cindy beale (also williams) is played by michelle collins from 1988 to 1990 and again from 1992 to 1998. cindy has an eye for the lotharios of walford and despite trying to settle down repeatedly with the more reliable ian beale (adam woodyatt), she is unable to remain faithful to him. she has a selfish streak, and is often more concerned about her own needs than her family's. she often lies and schemes, particularly where men are concerned.