EastEnders fans dub soap 'Sci-Fi' amid explosive flashbacks and flashforwards

Jacqueline Jossa has shared a picture with her former co-star Natalie Cassidy after the pair bumped into each other during a night out. Taking to her Instagram, the EastEnders actress, 30, shared a sweet snap with Natalie, 40, as they both grinned for the camera. Referencing Natalie’s character, Sonia Fowler, on the BBC soap, Jacqueline penned: “Bumped into cousin Sonia @natcass1 Adore you!” and added a white heart emoji.

EastEnders fans have demanded that the iconic character of Thomas "Rocky" Cotton should be recast rather than killed off after actor Brian Conley quits the soap. Brian, 62 who arrived in Walford over two years ago confirmed he would be leaving the hit BBC soap earlier this week and is said to have quit after he was unable to appear in various pantomime roles next year.

EastEnders fans are hoping Kat Slater and Alfie Moon are set to rekindle their romance, after they shared a number of sweet moments in Monday evening's episode, 11 September. Kat (Jessie Wallace) was left shocked and upset after it was revealed Alfie (Shane Richie) had been undergoing tests to determine if he has prostate cancer, with her fiancé Phil Mitchell (Phil McFadden) having accompanied him to the hospital in recent episodes but not telling Kat. After finding out, Kat and Phil both went with Alfie as he picked up his results and he was left emotional as he seemed to get the all clear.

EastEnders fans think they have worked out Theo Hawthorne’s real identity and true motives after Stacey Slater found out he was her stalker earlier this week.Theo quickly became obsessed with Stacey after she started working on Secret Cam, and he took on a fake identity to chat with her. School teacher Theo managed to wiggle his way into the family after he gave free lessons to Lily Slater during her pregnancy. After discovering the truth on Monday night’s episode, Stacey demanded Theo get away from her and her family just as daughter Lily gave birth.

After a dramatic week in Walford, our final visit to EastEnders brought with it an extra helping of terror, as stalker Theo Hawthorne visited Stacey Slater’s young daughter Lily in hospital just days after the teen mum had given birth. As viewers will know, earlier this week Stacey discovered that pal Theo was actually her stalker and had become dangerously obsessed with her after striking up a connection over her cam work.

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Just one week after returning to Albert Square, Walford legend Ian Beale was already stirring up trouble as he tried to protect his son Bobby from falling in love with the wrong girl. As regular fans will know, Bobby has been smitten with Anna Knight in recent weeks, but unfortunately for him, she had slept with his best friend Freddie Slater after discovering they had chemistry together.

Former EastEnders actress Cheryl Fergison has been showered in heaps of praise from her online followers after sharing a glowing photo of herself on Instagram.The ex-soap star, 58 - who previously played fan-favourite Heather Trott on the the much-loved London soap - took to social media on Tuesday to show off the results of her dramatic weight loss. Sharing a snap of herself during a scenic hike through the countryside, Cheryl looked undeniably radiant, showing off her brand new physique in a simple grey t-shirt and rolled up denim jeans.

EastEnders fans found the latest episode of the soap 'hilarious' as Sonia and Reiss headed to their first fertility treatment together. In scenes which aired on Wednesday evening, 6 September, Sonia and Reiss were sat across the table from the fertility doctor, where there seemed to be some communication issues as Reiss misinterpreted something the doctor said. Discussing the next steps in their fertility journey, the doctor told Sonia: "Everything looks nice and healthy.

EastEnders fans were left completely taken-aback by the name Lily Slater chose for her baby daughter, as it was inspired by a modern pop star. The BBC soap finally aired the scenes where Lily gave birth during tonight's instalment, and the emotional episode prompted many to praise bosses for their amazing handling of the storyline. However when Lily (Lillia Turner) announced what she had decided to call her adorable baby daughter, it prompted a great deal of confusion from fans.

EastEnders viewers were left praising the BBC soap as scenes unfolded showing Lily, 12, giving birth to her first baby in the latest episode. The storyline finally came to a head as Stacey Slater supported her daughter through labour with her own mum Jean Slater to assist. As stalker Theo also arrived in the house, Eve chucked him out in dramatic scenes, saving the day so Stacey could focus solely on her teenage daughter.

The new season of the West Lothian History and Amenity Society begins this month with a talk about someone you’ve probably never heard of - Francis Metcalfe, soldier, adventurer - and conman.

EastEnders fans were left on the edge of their seats after Monday's episode of the hit BBC One soap, as Stacey Slater finally found out the identity of her mystery stalker. The mum-of-three, portrayed by Lacey Turner, has been being stalked by her online client over recent weeks and while viewers are aware it is local teacher Theo Hawthorne (William Ellis), Stacey has been none the wiser. However, Theo finally came clean in Monday's episode, admitting to Stacey he is her mysterious online client, who has been giving her money over recent months and breaking into her home.

Priscilla Presley was all shook up at the Venice Film Festival premiere of “Priscilla.” The subject of Sofia Coppola’s drama wiped away tears from her face on Monday night in Italy as the audience on the Lido exploded in a 7-minute standing ovation for the A24 indie film. Coppola and Presley attended the premiere alongside Cailee Spaeny and Jacob Elordi, who star as Priscilla and Elvis. The actors were granted a SAG-AFTRA waiver to promote the film amid the strike.

Susanna Reid's age has come into question as she sent fans wild with her 'new term' look as she returns to Good Morning Britain. It's been several weeks since viewers saw the presenter at the helm on the ITV news programme as she headed off on her annual summer break.

Cindy Beale may only have just returned to EastEnders, but fans are convinced they may have already rumbled a possible revenge plot against Bobby Beale, who famously killed her daughter Lucy Beale almost 10 years ago. Fans at home were convinced Cindy was “playing the long game” during Thursday’s (31 August) visit to Walford, when her mannerisms and attitude towards Bobby Beale left viewers convinced there was a twist on the way.

As EastEnders newcomer Anna Knight prepares to face the fallout of her estranged mother Cindy Beale’s return, it’s safe to say that there’s plenty of drama about to unfold in the coming days. From suddenly discovering she has a whole second family through to realising her mum had been living under a false identity for all of her life, tensions and emotions are bound to be running high among the Knight family.

EastEnders fans are heartbroken for Bobby Beale after Anna Knight and Freddie Slater shared a passionate moment in Wednesday, 30 August's, episode. Since the Knights arrived in Walford, young Bobby has been smitten with Anna, and just last week, he told her how he felt, and the couple shared a sweet kiss. However, during tonight's episode, Bobby suffered a blow as he discovered that Cindy Beale was back in town and she would know that he killed her daughter Lucy.

Cindy Beale has returned to EastEnders with a bang, as she clashed with Kathy Beale almost instantly in explosive scenes that aired on Monday night.The Walford residents assumed that Cindy died during childbirth, but she has actually been in witness protection now that has ended, she has made her way back to the Square for the first time in 25 years. After her son Peter made his way to Walford, Cindy decided to go after him, and the first place she visited was her daughter Lucy Beale's grave.

EastEnders fans think they have worked out why Cindy Beale abandoned the Knight family after they spotted a clue in the "timeline". Cindy is returning to the Square this week for the first time in 25 years, and the locals think that she is dead. However, she didn't die, something happened while she was in prison, and she was put into witness protection for her safety.