EastEnders star Micah Balfour has been at the centre of the action in Walford as Junior Knight and is likely to take centre stage in the soap’s upcoming Christmas special
EastEnders’ Micah Balfour, known for his role as Junior Knight, has been at the centre of some big storylines in Albert Square since joining the BBC soap in May 2024.
Junior, the alienated son of George Knight, arrived in Walford carrying a grudge and a bag full of secrets. His strained relationship with his father has been a breeding ground for drama, with startling revelations about their shared past shaking the Knight family.
As Christmas approaches, Junior may steal the spotlight in the highly anticipated EastEnders Christmas special. Teasers hint at a heated confrontation during the Knight family’s holiday meal that could drastically change the family dynamics, potentially leaving Cindy (Michelle Collins) out in the cold.
With tensions reaching boiling point and unresolved issues brewing, we’ve taken a closer look at actor Micah and his life away from the cameras.
What else has Micah Balfour been in?
Micah, originally from Peckham, first gained recognition for his portrayal of PC Benjamin Gayle in ITV’s police drama The Bill, a character he embodied until the series concluded in 2010.
Eagle-eyed viewers might recognise Micah from his time on The Bill (
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After The Bill, Micah appeared in the 2010 Christmas special of Doctor Who, playing the co-pilot. He starred alongside Matt Smith, who was the Time Lord at the time.
The soap actor also had a run as Dr Jermaine Bailey in Emmerdale from 2015 to 2016, where he played the village doctor who found himself in hot water.
In a dramatic storyline that captivated fans, his soap alter ego found himself in hot water for initiating a forbidden romance with teenager Belle Dingle, which led to the loss of his job and the collapse of his marriage.
Following his departure from Emmerdale, an emotional Micah took to social media to share a touching farewell. Posting on the site X, formerly known as Twitter, he warmly thanked his fans, saying: “I know Jermaine wasn’t everybody’s cup of tea but I had a great time on #emmerdale! They made a fan out of me!”
Micah’s life off-screen
Outside of his TV commitments, Micah has been celebrating impressive personal milestones. This August, he joyfully announced that he and his partner, Nat, are expecting their first child in February 2025.
After five years of romance, the couple went online to share their wonderful news, leading to an outpouring of celebratory messages. Sharing the exciting update on Instagram, a thrilled Micah wrote: “So we have some exciting news.”
They made their announcement with a charming photo of a chalkboard surrounded by flowers and a cuddly toy, alongside an image of the baby’s ultrasound scan.
When not gracing our screens or stirring up drama in soapland, Micah enjoys engaging with his followers on social media. His profile @micahb4 is filled with intimate snapshots and videos that offer an insider’s view of his life and express his heartfelt thanks for the ongoing support.
How old is Micah Balfour?
EastEnders fans were left gobsmacked earlier this year upon learning the actual age of actor Micah. The star marked his 46th birthday on July 18, leaving fans in disbelief.
A fan page extended birthday wishes to him on X, revealing his age and triggering a flurry of comments. One fan exclaimed: “Blimey he looks at least 10 years younger than that! ” while another chimed in: “46? ? He doesn’t seem to have aged since playing Ben in The Bill 15 years ago.”
Another fan added: “The fact he can easily pass for a 33-year-old is amazing. I hope Micah has a good day.”
In the soap, Micah’s character is roughly 38 years old, which further astounded fans given the actor’s youthful looks.
EastEnders is on BBC One Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30pm.
