EastEnders star Lacey Turner shares her theory for Christmas murder victim

Brian Conley's EastEnders character Ricky Cotton will feature in a storyline that could be the beginning of the end of his time in Albert Square – after the actor confirmed he was leaving the show. Rocky, who is married to Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) on the show, is set to start making money in questionable ways again in next week's episodes.The couple recently married and are facing financial troubles after paying off Rocky's ex-wife Jo, who claimed Rocky had committed bigamy and blackmailed them. Things are likely to keep getting worse when it comes to his money issues as it looks like Brian's character develops a gambling addiction.

EastEnders legend Steve McFadden, who plays Phil Mitchell on the BBC One soap, is barely recognisable with hair.The now-64 year old star's bald shaven head has become almost synonymous with the character of Phil himself, as the resident hard man on Albert Square. Over the course of the entire time Phil was in Walford, from Steve's first episode in 1990, the character didn't have a full head of hair. When he first arrived, as one half of the dynamic Mitchell brothers, Phil rocked a head of dark brown stubble, closely shaved.

EastEnders star Lacey Turner has shared a look inside her dressing room on the soap set at BBC's Elstree Centre in Borehamwood.Taking to Instagram, the 35 year old actress, who plays Stacey Slater on the long-running show, could be seen on EastEnders' TikTok account, for their 'EastEnders Behind the Square' feature. Lacey, who is mum to daughter Dusty, five, and son Trilby, two, took EastEnders fans through her morning routine as she gets into character before filming.

Jay Brown’s (Jamie Borthwick) drug problem worsens in EastEnders scenes set to air in October and Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean) is offered the opportunity of a lifetime. Jay wakes up at Nadine’s (Jazzy Phoenix) and finds a bag of drugs on her bedside table. At first Jay is horrified, but when Nadine tells him it will help him cope with the loss of Lola.

EastEnders actress Vicki Michelle has teased a number of Christmas death clues that are "red herrings." Vicki has played Jo Cotton on and off throughout this year, and she has hinted the show bosses may be throwing viewers on the wrong track with some of the recent clues ahead of a huge festive season on the Square. Fans have been picking up on a whole host of clues recently, from champagne bottles to outfits and everything in between. As a result, they are convinced they know the identity of the man who meets his end on Christmas day, while most of the cast remain in the dark.

EastEnders fans think they have spotted the Christmas "murder weapon" after the Beale and Knight families went to war on Thursday night. While the weapon in question certainly won't be the one that is used during the festive episode, it is almost identical to the one that can be seen in the flash forward episode, which aired back in February.The item that eagle-eyed viewers spotted is a champagne bottle, which George Knight handed over to Ian and Cindy Beale on Thursday, 28 September.

EastEnders fans will remember the face of bad boy Dean Wicks, played by Matt Di Angelo, who was caught up in some brutal storylines during his time on the BBC soap. Matt, 36 has secured a string of TV roles over the years including regular roles in Hustle and Ordinary Lies, but his time as Dean on EastEnders is by far his most memorable. He first arrived on Albert Square in 2006 before he had a shock exit two years later, but in 2014 made a triumphant return.

EastEnders' Christmas storyline has had everyone talking for months now, after a special flashforward scene aired earlier this year giving fans a sneak peek of what's set to unfold during the festive season. A classic 'whodunnit?' storyline will take centre stage in Walford this year, with a special focus on 'The Six' - Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner), Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal), Linda Carter (Kellie Bright), Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean), Denise Fox (Diane Parish) and Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth).The six women are all involved in the mystery murder storyline, which will see one male Albert Square resident lose his life in the Queen Vic pub. In the flashforward clip, the man's body was wearing a suit with a pair of cufflinks on show - but that was all we saw.

EastEnders actor William Ellis, who plays stalker Theo Hawthorne on the soap, has been subject to name calling in public, as his character continues to torment Stacey Slater.Theo has been stalking Stacey for months after he found her on an adult subscription website.The truth came out, meaning Stacey cut all contact with him, but he has since moved next door to her.Things are set to step up this week, as Theo continues to make Stacey's life a misery. It appears that Theo has been angering the viewers at home, as when William is out and about, he is facing abuse, with one group of lads branding him a "nonce." In an interview with The Sun, the 43 year old recalled the "sometimes quite harsh" reaction that he gets when he is in public.The actor told them: "I was on a flight to Ibiza six weeks ago when the storyline kicked in as Theo might be grooming Lillia (actress Lillia Turner, aka Lily Slater,) and I was flying on my own." Before adding: "In very good humour, I was called a 'nonce' by various stag parties and hen parties behind me." Despite their opinions, William took the exchange as a "real bonus" he said.

EastEnders star Sharon Watts Letitia Dean has spoken out on life since she embarked on a healthier lifestyle, which saw her go from 10st 4lbs to 8st 3lbs. The 55 year old actress has been eating much healthier foods and exercising, replacing junk food with better options such as "gilled skinless chicken" and "lots of greens".The star revealed she has "so much more energy" since removing the "faddy diets" from her life, and has been oozing a newfound confidence in herself ever since, particularly at this year's NTAs.The star looked stunning in a white jumpsuit as she sashayed down the red carpet with her soapstar pals, her signature long blonde locks in a stylish updo.

Trouble brews in Albert Square for one family in EastEnders as spoilers reveal Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner) goes head-to-head with her stalker and Freddie Slater (Bobby Brazier) faces his father. Stacey is nervous ahead of the hearing to grant her Stalking Protection Order against Theo Hawthorne (William Ellis) and is put more on edge after Martin Fowler (James Bye) shows her the posters that Theo has been plastering all over the Square. Deciding to attend the hearing, Stacey loses her cool when Theo’s solicitor tears apart her reputation.

Joe Swash is reportedly returning for a one-off EastEnders special 15 years after his character Mickey Miller left the BBC One soap. Joe, 41, is best known now for being married to TV favourite Stacey Solomon's husband, and most recently starred on I'm A Celebrity...

EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick proudly introduced his baby niece to his fans on Wednesday, sending his co-stars wild for the adorable post.The 28-year-old star, who plays grieving Jay Brown in the BBC soap, posted a gorgeous black-and-white photo to his socials, promising the newest member of the family lots of "laughs". "She don’t know how lucky she is I’m her uncle!," he joked.

In our second visit to EastEnders this week, there was no shortage of drama afoot as Suki Panesar upped the stakes to try and bring down Ravi Gulati. The nail biting drama on Tuesday, 19 September, first kicked off with Suki meeting with Ravi in The Albert, where she intended to record his confession about killing Ranveer Gulati, his adoptive father.

EastEnders fans have noticed a hidden Christmas murder clue during the gripping episode on Monday, 18 September. Just last week, Denise Fox became intrigued when she spotted Ravi Gulati getting stressed over an old laptop that was being used for music at a party. She decided to take the laptop home and asked her stepson Ricky Mitchell to help her recover lost files on it.

The Beales hopes to get into business with the Panesars in latest EastEnders spoilers, could this be a recipe for disaster? Cindy Beale (Michelle Collins) is determined to impress the Panesars with her pie and mash shop pitch. But worried about getting into business with Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal), Peter Beale (Thomas Law), reveals the Panesar family history - but Cindy only uses it as leverage. Later, Cindy is delighted when Nish Panesar (Navin Chowdhry) agrees to a deal, but just as he’s about to sign on the dotted line, Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara) bursts in, revealing that Nugget Gulati (Juhaim Rasul Choudhury) is missing.

EastEnders fans were on the edge of their seats when Denise Fox and Suki Panesar plotted against Ravi Gulati in a major cliffhanger on Monday's episode.

Towie star Amy Childs and EastEnders actress Lacey Turner enjoyed a mums-and-daughters day out with their little ones on Sunday, 17 September. Reality TV legend Amy, 33, became a mum of four earlier this summer when she gave birth to twins Billy River and Amelia Mae, joining Polly and big brother Ritchie, from her previous relationships. Doting mum Lacey, 35, who plays Albert Square's Stacey Slater, was joined by her four-year-old daughter Dusty at the launch of Aquabeads at Covent Garden Town House Salon in London.The happy mums were treated to a manicure and polish, with the little ones getting in on the action too.

If you're a long-running EastEnders fan you'll remember the friendly face of cab driver Charlie Slater who arrived in Walford with his four daughters and mother-in-law Mo Harris back in 2000.The doting father of four to Lynne, Kat, Little Mo, and Zoe Slater was played by Derek Martin who became an iconic and well-loved character on the BBC soap for an impressive 15 years. During his time on EastEnders, he was found in the midst of some vast storylines often relating to his daughters, including Kat's heartbreaking abuse from his brother Harry to being charged with GBH after defending Little Mo.

Steve McFadden has been in EastEnders as Phil Mitchell for more than three decades since he joined the popular soap in 1990. Phil is known for being the son of Peggy Mitchell (Barbara Windsor), and the brother of Grant Mitchell (Ross Kemp) and Sam Mitchell (Danniella Westbrook).The hardman character is also famous for having a string of romances with various residents of Walford's Albert Square over the years including Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean), Lisa Fowler (Lucy Benjamin) and Kat Slater (Jessie Wallace).Throughout his time on the square, Steve’s character Phil has been caught up in some pretty dramatic storylines, one of which saw him sent to prison for being involved in Vincent Hubbard's death. But away from the cameras, Steve has also led a colourful love life too, including becoming a father with his childhood sweetheart, multiple relationships and dating one of his EastEnders' co-stars.