Ross Kemp has opened up about his heartbreak over Barbara Windsor's Alzheimer's battle. Barbara, 82, was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease six years ago - with on screen son Ross telling that she "clearly has no idea who I am." Barbara played Peggy Mitchell on EastEnders for more than 20 years, with Ross playing the role of son Grant.
The two worked together closely, and now Ross has spoken up about his shock as she fails to recognise him. Documentary-maker Ross has filmed a two part series for ITV, Ross Kemp: Living With Dementia, which sees him try to get to grips with the disease that affects around 850,000 people in the UK.