EastEnders spoiler as Billy 'reveals truth to Freddie about sex attacker dad'

EastEnders bosses shelved their plans for their controversial storyline that would have seen Dot Cotton's association with Walford come to an end. June Brown, who played Dot for more than 30 years, died at the age of 95 back in April.The actress played Dot from 1985 - the year the soap started - all the way to 2020, but now her on-screen granddaughter Dotty is the only person left from her family tree remaining on Albert Square.

EastEnders fans were left in tears on Thursday's episode as Strictly Come Dancing champion Rose Ayling-Ellis made her BBC One soap exit as Frankie Lewis. It was announced in August that Rose, 27, who won Strictly in 2021 with Giovanni Pernice, would be leaving Albert Square as Frankie after first joining in 2020. And Thursday saw Frankie's emotional exit as the character headed off to Scotland for a new job, leaving her on-screen family devastated.

Coleen Nolan shared her thoughts over her ex-husband Shane Richie's recent return to EastEnders as his iconic character Alfie Moon on Tuesday's Loose Women.The panellist, 57, was asked by her co-stars about Shane's, 58, who she divorced in 1999, explosive comeback to Albert Square. Alfie returned last week as Kat Slater, played by Jessie Wallace, and Phil Mitchell, played by Steve McFadden, prepared to tie the knot, declaring his love for his ex as he vowed to win her back.

EastEnders spoilers for next week see Freddie's (Bobby Brazier) good deed backfire on him. Freddie impresses Bobby (Clay Milner Russell) when he helps out in the chippy and is delighted to land a job. When he learns that Billy (Perry Fenwick) could be facing a long prison sentence, he becomes determined to help by paying for a better solicitor.

Former Eastenders star Adam Woodyatt has reportedly finalised his divorce from his wife of 22 years, Beverley Sharp. The 54 year old soap star announced his split from his wife Beverley, 57, in 2020, after the Walford regular decided to call time on their 22 year marriage. Yet ever since the split, the pair have been locked in intense negotiations as they hammered out the details of their divorce, something a source close to the couple has now revealed has finally been completed.

Good Morning Britain viewers woke up to a "ray of sunshine" this morning (September 16) when a familiar soap star stood in for the usual weather presenter, Laura Tobin. Des Coleman hosted today's weather forecast to the delight of viewers who took to Twitter to praise him as a presenter.The popular weatherman is of course familiar to viewers having had career as an actor, even landing a role in EastEnders playing Lenny Wallace from 1996 to 1999. After leaving Albert Square, Des went on to appear in Casualty, The Bill and even appeared in the West End before training with the Met Office and moving into weather presenting.

Channel 4 actor Harry Landis, who was best known for his hilarious role in Channel 4 sitcom Friday Night Dinner has passed away at the age of 90, his agent has confirmed.The star, who played Mr. Morris on the hit show, passed away on Monday, it has been announced by his agent at Sharry Clark Artists. "Sad news.

Emmerdale and EastEnders were cancelled on Thursday night following the sad news of Queen Elizabeth II's death aged 96. BBC One suspended its regular programming schedule earlier in the day and was replaced by breaking news updates.

EastEnders star Danny Dyer has opened up about his decision to leave the show after nine years. The 45 year old actor confessed that he decided to leave the show after his relationship with wife Joanne Mas began to spiral. He reveals that he went to EastEnders bosses and told them he was “going to die” if he didn't take time out.

Jeff Brazier has sweetly praised his son Bobby Brazier's EastEnders debut on Tuesday night. The 19-year-old, who is the son of the late Jade Goody, has joined the hit BBC One soap as the "chaotic" Freddie Slater and the latest episode saw his character ruffling some feathers amongst the Bridge Street market traders. And later in the episode, Freddie dropped the bombshell that his mother is Little Mo and even introduced himself as Billy Mitchell's son, leaving him speechless.Taking to Instagram, Jeff, 43, posted a sweet tribute to his son as he declared he was "so proud".

EastEnders viewers have sweetly said that Jade Goody would be "proud" of son Bobby Brazier's EastEnders debut on Tuesday night. The 19-year-old, whose father is Jeff Brazier, has joined the hit BBC One soap as the "chaotic" Freddie Slater and the latest episode saw his character ruffling some feathers amongst the Bridge Street market traders.

EastEnders viewers are in for another week of drama in Albert Square as Mick Carter (Danny Dyer) encourages his daughter Frankie (Rose Ayling-Ellis) to report her attack to the police and supports her as she gives her statement to Jack Branning (Scott Maslen). However, she’s upset when Jack warns her it will be difficult to get a conviction. Frankie is despondent after she and Lola Pearce (Danielle Harold) are hassled by some guys.

EastEnders fans have been left in shock after another resident bid farewell to Albert Square just a day after the BBC One soap said goodbye to Jada Lennox and her daughter Alyssa in a double exit. Despite initially fearing how her father, Harvey, would cope if she moved out of Walford in order to attend university, viewers saw Dana Monroe finally make the leap and embark on her next adventure. After her dad's relationship with ex partner Jean Slater came to an end, Dana had been left concerned about her father’s odd behaviour, only to discover that he had been planning a surprise party for her.

EastEnders fans were left devastated on Wednesday's episode as two characters left Albert Square after evil Janine Butcher set up Linda Carter to social services. Only recently, Janine blackmailed Jada Lennox as she demanded she plant empty bottles of alcohol and call social services, pretending that Linda was drinking again. However, Jada had a change of heart as she refused to go along with the scheme and even accused Janine of being "jealous" due to Linda's bond with her ex Mick Carter, who is dating Janine.

EastEnders looks set for explosive scenes as new spoiler photos show a dramatic showdown between Linda Carter and Janine Butcher after the latter set her up with social services. Only recently, Janine blackmailed Jada Lennox as she demanded she plant empty bottles of alcohol and call social services, pretending that Linda was drinking again.

Bobby Brazier is due to make his on-screen debut on EastEnders next week as character Freddie Slater.The soon to be soap-star, who is the son of TV presenter Jeff Brazier, 43, and the late Jade Goody, was left quivering in his boots after filming his intense first few scenes and was then comforted by his co-stars.The 19-year-old actor revealed an "emotional storyline" will take place on his arrival – as he stars as the now grown-up son of former character Little Mo Slater, returning to the show after an absence of 16 years. Bobby opened up on the filming of an emotional scene of the BBC soap, where he has to shout: "everyone stop lying to me" as his character is filled up with "grief and anger".

On EastEnders, viewers are taken back to 1979 to visit the Mitchell family and uncover a secret from their chequered past while Samantha Keeble - played by Alison Newman - continues to pile pressure on Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden). It will see the history of the iconic Mitchell family unearthed for the first time.

When your dad is a presenter and your mum became a household name following her stints on reality TV, there’s no surprise that Bobby Brazier was going to follow in their showbiz footsteps.The 19-year-old is walking onto one of the UK’s biggest soaps next week as EastEnders' latest heartthrob Freddie Slater, and we can hardly wait. Especially after OK! got an invite down to Albert Square to chat to Bobby about his new role – plus a sneaky tour around the set! Here, Bobby – the son of Jeff Brazier, 43, and Jade Goody, who passed away in 2009, tells us all about what trouble Freddie will be bringing to the Square when he joins the show to look for his dad. Hi, Bobby! What’s the reaction been to the announcement that you were joining EastEnders? There’s been a lot of love and support, I’ve been very lucky.

Bobby Brazier has praised his "welcoming" EastEnders family ahead of his debut on the hit BBC One soap in autumn. It was announced in July that the 19-year-old, who is the son of the late Jade Goody, will be joining Albert Square as the "chaotic" Freddie Slater. And now Bobby, whose father is Jeff Brazier, has praised the "welcoming" EastEnders cast and crew, especially Lacey Turner, who plays Stacey Slater.