EastEnders dead character's return 'exposed' as star drops hint - and it's not Mick Carter

EastEnders' brand new £87million set has been hit by a rather unexpected drama a rat invasion.The BBC had to dial up pest control pronto when the pesky rodents were seen scurrying around the soap's prop store, nibbling on props and setting up camp in Albert Square. The Sun got the scoop with a report claiming: "Attended site for call-out due to reported rat activity in the EastEnders prop store mezzanine floor." It went on to detail: "A thorough visual inspection was carried out showing chewed products/ nesting material." An insider spilled the beans to the tabloid, saying: "'EastEnders' has always tried to represent London and that's become a little too true with an outbreak of rats." They dished out more dirt: "No one wants to see rodents at work and they have been causing a headache by chewing props and leaving droppings everywhere." But fear not, fans of Walford's favourite pub the Queen Vic remains untouched by the rodent ruckus.The source quipped: "Thankfully none have made it into the Queen Vic - yet." Despite the furry fiasco, the BBC soap has downplayed the situation, denying any major "infestation" but confirming that "specialists" have occasionally been summoned to tackle these uninvited guests.

EastEnders fans are convinced Linda Carter is going is going up end up with newcomer Teddy Mitchell. Her beloved husband Mick Carter disappeared at sea and was last seen on back in 2022 and she's been struggling to cope since killing Keanu Taylor last Christmas. Romance for the mum-of-five has been off the cards since losing her soul mate Mick, but is her luck about to change? Teddy Mitchell made his Walford debut this week with his two sons Harry and Barney as they went in search of Stevie Mitchell.Ted soon confirmed he is Stevie secret son as they explore who else their related to in the Square.

EastEnders fans reckon they've figured out Stevie Mitchell's secret - and it doesn't bode well for his son Billy. Alan Ford, who plays the character, arrived in Walford earlier this year. As Billy's (Perry Fenwick) long-lost father, Stevie first graced our screens in January at Aunt Sal's (Anna Karen) funeral.

Teddy Mitchell's arrival in EastEnders on Wednesday's episode (June 26) had fans doing a double-take, with many quick to draw parallels between him and the iconic Grant Mitchell.The drama in Walford escalated as Stevie Mitchell was left languishing in hospital after his grandson Will knocked him down during a heated squabble about Lola's pilfered charity funds. Phil Mitchell found himself in the thick of it when Will confessed to pushing Stevie. Will also revealed he was being blackmailed by a schoolmate named Kyle.

Kellie Bright gave a simple three-word response after being quizzed on Danny Dyer's plans to EastEnders The Linda Carter actress attended The TRIC Awards on Tuesday (June 26) and her on-screen husband Mick Carter was the topic of conversation. As fans will know, Mick disappeared on Christmas Day 2022 after he jumped into the sea to save Linda and pregnant Janine Butcher (Charlie Brooks).The pub landlord never re-surfaced from the water and although his body was never found the pub landlord was presumed dead by police.

EastEnders viewers were left stunned after recognising the actor playing new character Teddy Mitchell. Roland Manookian, who portrays Teddy, made his debut on the soap this week.Teddy arrived in Walford with his sons Harry (Elijah Holloway) and Barney (Lewis Bridgeman), searching for his father Stevie (Alan Ford). As fans will remember, Stevie is Billy Mitchell's (Perry Fenwick) estranged dad who showed up in the square earlier this year hoping to reconcile.The elderly man ended up in hospital recently after being hit by his grandson Will (Freddie Phillips).

EastEnders' icon Danny Dyer has assured fans that he's on board for a return to the BBC soap as Mick Carter - albeit with a unique twist - despite the character being declared dead. The ill-fated landlord of The Queen Vic vanished amidst spectacle and drama on Christmas Day 2022, after plunging into the ocean in a bid to rescue 'drowning' Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) and an expectant Janine Butcher (Charlie Brooks).

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EastEnders' very own Lacey Turner, famed for her role as Stacey Slater, isn't the only star in her family to grace the BBC One soap. Rocketing to fame in 2004 as the feisty Stacey Slater, Lacey quickly became a fan favourite with her captivating performances and gripping storylines. Lacey's portrayal of Stacey has seen her character tackle some intense plots, from grappling with bipolar disorder to being embroiled in murder - it's been a rollercoaster ride in Albert Square for her.

EastEnders' Freddie Slater, played by Bobby Brazier, might be heading for a "throuple'" situation on the popular BBC One soap. Freddie, who first graced our screens in 2022 as the son of soap legend Little Mo (Kacey Ainsworth), has quickly become a fan favourite.

Selome Hailu The “Prison Break” brothers are getting back together. Dominic Purcell and Wentworth Miller are set as the stars of “Snatchback,” a series in development at Universal Television.

Once an actor has played the same character for a while, it can be tricky to view them in any other way. And some may feel like this about Kellie Bright, who plays Linda Carter in EastEnders. She's appeared in the soap more than 1,200 times between 2013 and 2014.

EastEnders' Sharon Watts has a new love interest - and it's another Mitchell brother. The iconic character has had numerous romances since her first appearance on the BBC One soap in 1985. Recently, she was left heartbroken after the death of her fiance Keanu Taylor, who was killed by Linda Carter after he tried to strangle Sharon upon discovering that her son, Albie, wasn't his.

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Lacey Turner's sister has spilled the beans on how the EastEnders icon felt when she bagged a role in a competing soap. The talented Lacey became a household name as Stacey Slater in BBC's EastEnders, first gracing our screens back in 2004. She quickly became one of Albert Square's most cherished characters.Throughout her time on the show, Lacey's character Stacey has been at the centre of some explosive plots, tackling everything from her struggles with bipolar disorder to getting embroiled in murder mysteries.

EastEnders fans have been left questioning the soap after character Karen Taylor made yet another return to the square, after "leaving for good". At the end of 2023, Karen left the BBC soap with partner Mitch Baker and their family. However, daughter Bernie opted to stay behind.

Karen Taylor shockingly returned to Walford last week, but to her fans' dismay, she very quickly left EastEnders after meeting her son’s supposed ‘murderer’. And fans aren’t happy that Karen, played by Lorraine Stanley, has left Walford again. Karen first left Albert Square after ripping off the Mitchells.

EastEnders fans have been left devastated after the show said a final farewell to character Keanu Taylor after he was killed off. Fans took to social media to brand the move a 'mistake' as they expressed their sadness at seeing Danny Walters' role on the show come to an end.Thursday’s episode of the BBC soap on June 13 showed the funeral of Keanu, who was murdered last Christmas.The official EastEnders account posted one last farewell to the star, stating: "Tonight we said a final farewell to Keanu Taylor. He’ll be hugely missed but not forgotten.Take a look back at some of his most memorable moments on The Square." Viewers were quick to show their disappointment and sadness over the decision in the comments section, with one person writing: “A terrible mistake to get rid of him.” "So sad, cried through the epi.