EastEnders star Christopher Parker's astonishing career transformation 19 years after leaving the soap
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He first captured our hearts when he arrived in Albert Square over a decade ago. And now, Christopher Parker, 41, has traded acting for a successful career in law after leaving EastEnders 19 years ago. The retired English actor graduated from Birkbeck University in London with a law degree, and as of October 2022, he is reported to be a senior consultant at a London-based law firm.
![[Christopher played the role of Spencer Moon (pictured on the show) in the BBC soap for three years from 2002 to 2005]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/28/12/93538687-14231889-image-a-2_1735388599414.jpg)
Before this dramatic career shift, Christopher tried his hand at TV presenting. He was a contestant on The F Word, became a CBBC continuity presenter, and reported entertainment news on This Morning. The former actor, who played the role of Spencer Moon in the soap, also spent two years in the United States working for TMZ and co-hosting Dead Famous Live with Gail Porter in Los Angeles.
![[His character made his first appearance in Walford in 2002 alongside his older brother Alfie Moon (portrayed by Shane Richie)]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/28/12/93538701-14231889-image-a-3_1735388742035.jpg)
Christopher has been relatively low-key in recent years, but he's no stranger to reality TV and notably took part in the debut series of Strictly Come Dancing where he was a runner-up to Natasha Kaplinsky, 52. He first captured our hearts when he arrived in Albert Square over a decade ago. And now, Christopher Parker, 41, has traded acting for a successful career in law.
![[The on-screen brothers lived in The Queen Victoria with their dear Nana Moon (portrayed by Hilda Braid) and at just 19 years old, Chris quickly became a hit with fans]](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/12/28/12/93539193-14231889-image-a-4_1735388899725.jpg)
Christopher played the role of Spencer Moon (pictured on the show) in the BBC soap for three years from 2002 to 2005. Photos posted on his law firm's website and LinkedIn show that Christopher hasn't changed much over the years. In one snap, Chris could be seen wearing a smart blue shirt and still rocking his short spiky hair that made him a TV favourite.
