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Alfie Moon is set to get worrying health news on EastEnders next week.

EastEnders is set to tackle a harrowing storyline involving sexual assault, with Yolande Trueman at the centre of the drama. The soap has teamed up with charities End Violence Against Women Coalition and Hourglass to depict Yolande (played by Angela Wynter) being attacked by Pastor Clayton (Howard Saddler), who she considered a trusted friend.The plot will explore the devastating effects of the assault on Yolande's life, including her marriage to Patrick Trueman (Rudolph Walker), reports the Daily Star.

EastEnders is set to tackle a heart-breaking storyline on the BBC soap as Denzel Danes becomes addicted to anabolic steroids.The character, played by Jaden Ladega, will develop a "new obsession" with the testosterone-producing drug in scenes airing in spring.The storyline will see Denzel struggle with his body image and as a result, become obsessed with exercise. As he is introduced to steroids, the Walford resident will become hooked and attempt to hide his misuse from those close to him.

EastEnders legend‌ Mo Harris, played by Laila Morse, 78, is making a return to the BBC soap this spring to reprise her iconic role. ‌Fans will know Mo well as she first landed on our screens in 2000 as the no-nonsense matriarch of the Slater family. Due to her infamous one liners and dodgy dealings, she quickly became a fan favourite and viewers can’t wait to have her back.

Laila Morse, who plays the character 'Big Mo' Harris in EastEnders, is set to return to the show. The 78-year-old actress has been a key part of the BBC One soap since 2000, playing the fiery head of the Slater family until she left Albert Square in 2021.

An EastEnders icon is reprising her role 31 years after her first appearance on the BBC soap. It’s been over four years since she last appeared on the show, but now Bianca Jackson will be making a comeback to our screens as actress Patsy Palmer returns to Walford for a short stint this spring.

EastEnders fans have threatened to boycott the BBC show as Max Bowden is being axed, following a showdown with bosses. Max has played the iconic role of Ben Mitchell for four years and The Sun previously revealed that EastEnders bosses have decided not to renew his contract when it expires in March this year.

Kellie Bright issued a shocked three-word response when she was told her EastEnders character would be the mysterious Christmas Day killer.The actress, who plays pub landlady Linda Carter, learned Linda was Keanu's killer back in September, after a secret meeting with EastEnders executive producer Chris Clenshaw. Kellie has told how she exclaimed: "Are you joking?" before adding: "Oh no. I don't mind being the murderer.

Last Christmas, dramatic scenes in EastEnders aired of Mick Carter mysteriously vanishing in the sea and fans have been debating his fate ever since.

EastEnders producer Chris Clenshaw has let slip a massive clue that Stacey Slater might be the Christmas killer because of her dress. On Sharon Watts and Keanu Taylor's wedding day this Christmas, one of the show's male characters will be dramatically killed off, in scenes teased in special flash-forward scenes earlier this year. Right now, there are seven men assumed to be potential victims, with their fates remaining tightly under wraps.

EastEnders' Christmas murder storyline has had fans gripped throughout most of 2023, with the soap first teasing the plot twist back in February in a shock flashforward episode. Fans have been eagerly searching for clues and hints ever since, with it having been confirmed that one Walford man will lose his life at Christmas in the iconic Queen Victoria pub.The storyline sees six of Albert Square's iconic matriarchs team up, but it's not yet been revealed what exactly draws them to one another.

Two legendary actors are set to join the cast of EastEnders over the festive period as George Knight is unexpectedly reunited with his adoptive parents, Gloria and Eddie Knight. Gloria will be played by Elizabeth Counsell, and Eddie will be portrayed by Christopher Fairbank.The duo head to Walford to try and rebuild their relationship with George, who they haven’t seen for over a decade, but it soon becomes clear they have a secret.

EastEnders is set to bring a fan-favourite character back to Albert Square after five years, as Johnny Carter will be returning home. The character has so far been played by two actors - Ted Reilly and Sam Strike - and will now be recast by a Grantchester favourite. Charlie Suff, who played Tommy Wilson on ITV's popular period drama, is gearing up to take a stab at the solicitor, who is Mick Carter (Danny Dyer) and Linda Carter's (Kellie Bright) son.

Dean Wicks isn't the only character to be making a dramatic return to Walford, with a Branning family reunion now on the cards for EastEnders. Lauren, played by Jacqueline Jossa, will soon be making her long-awaited return to Albert Square, and she won't be alone, with her cousin Penny also returning to the iconic square.

Jacqueline Jossa has told fans she's 'scared' as she offered a major update about how her life is set to change once more. It was revealed at the end of September that the actress will be returning to Walford as she reprises her former role as Lauren Branning.

EastEnders fans believe they've figured out another big return, just as rumours swirl about villain Dean Wicks making a comeback. Last week, reports suggested that actor Matt Di Angelo is returning to the BBC One soap after seven years, having last appeared in 2016 when his character was acquitted of attempting to assault Roxy Mitchell, played by Rita Simons.

Colin Salmon made his debut as George Knight on EastEnders earlier this year, with his wife being part of the reason to join the BBC soap.The actor, 61 who hails from London, arrived on Albert Square as the new Queen Vic owner in June this year, alongside his two daughters Gina (Francesca Henry) and Anna (Molly Rainford). Before EastEnders, he was best known for his roles in the James Bond franchise and Doctor Who. Off screen, the soap star is a doting father and husband to his wife, Fiona Hawthorne who is an artist and illustrator.The couple tied the knot in 1988 and share four children together, Sasha, Rudi, Eden and Ben.

EastEnders is to see the return of more beloved characters in the coming months following the successful comeback of Cindy Beale. The return of Cindy, played by Michelle Collins, left fans floored - while also sparking a social media frenzy and boosting ratings. Now, the BBC One soap’s executive producer, Chris Clenshaw, has confirmed that more popular characters are going to be making a comeback - with their identities set to be announced soon.

It’s been a rough few days for EastEnders' Ravi Gulati this week, after his teenage son Nugget discovered his secret past as a killer and ran away from home. But just when you thought things couldn’t get any worse for the Walford bad boy, it has now been revealed that he will suffer an extra dollop of drama in the coming months, as his ex-girlfriend Priya comes back into his life with a jaw-dropping bombshell.

EastEnders star Shane Richie has shared how he went for a prostate cancer check up just two days before learning that his character Alfie Moon was set to be diagnosed with the illness. Shane, 59, opened up on the strange coincidence when he appeared on The One Show on Wednesday to talk about finding out that Alfie had a tough time ahead with his health.

EastEnders is set to see the return of Patsy Kensit in October as she reprises the role of Emma Harding in the BBC soap.

EastEnders is set to shake things up once again next month, as the show's apparent penchant for nostalgic comebacks continues. The latest returning character is set to be Emma Harding, played by Patsy Kensit. Patsy, 55, made her exit from the show back in March 2023, during a fundraiser for her character’s daughter Lola, who had a terminal brain tumour.

Peter Beale has been played by a stream of stars over the years – seven to be exact. But never before has an actor reprised their role as the famous Walford resident – until now.Thomas Law, 30, is back in EastEnders picking up the character he left behind 13 years ago. After Thomas’ exit in 2010, Peter was played by Ben Hardy and Dayle Hudson.

EastEnders star Thomas Law is back on the popular BBC soap after 13 years away to reprise his role as Peter Beale. He opens up about his return to the show and reveals that his mum was the one who sparked the idea of him coming back to Walford. “My mum’s a chaperone here, and she introduced herself to Chris Clenshaw (executive producer) at one of the EastEnders parties,” says Thomas.

For 21 years, EastEnders icon Shane Richie has been delighting fans with his portrayal of mild mannered barman Alfie Moon, with legions of viewers always keen to follow the characters often lighthearted antics. Yet in the coming days, even kind hearted and optimistic Alfie will be hit by a gruelling bombshell, as BBC bosses have revealed the character will be undertaking a hard hitting and poignant prostate cancer storyline.

EastEnders' character Alfie Moon is set to be diagnosed with prostate cancer in upcoming scenes which are set to leave viewers in tears.

EastEnders has been working on a storyline that will see Shane Richie’s character Alfie Moon diagnosed with prostate cancer.The BBC said the storyline will “follow Alfie and those around him as he discovers and comes to terms with his diagnosis” and has been working with the support of Prostate Cancer UK and Macmillan Cancer Support to ensure it is an “authentic story”. Ahead of filming, Shane was introduced to one of Prostate Cancer UK’s supporters affected by the disease, which “gave him the opportunity to understand what it’s like to experience the disease first-hand”, the charity said.

EastEnders newcomers Molly Rainford and Francesca Henry have proved they are just as close off-screen as they are on after they were spotted shopping together in North London during a day off. Molly and Francesca came into the show last month as Anna and Gina Knight along with their dad George.They moved to Walford from Marbella to join George’s girlfriend and Linda Carter’s mum, Elaine Peacock, in running The Queen Vic.

EastEnders legendary baddie Graham Foster is on his way back to Walford, it has been confirmed. Alex McSweeney, 56, will be back in the role for a short stint on the square this month after 18 years away.

EastEnders icon Cindy Beale made her dramatic return to the show last week in shocking scenes after 25 years away. While she is not back on the square just yet, when she does arrive alongside Ian Beale, there is going to be fireworks.The writers at the soap have huge things planned for Cindy's return, including her reunion with Kathy Beale.

Christmas may be six months away, but in soap land, the festive season is never far away from people's thoughts. After an explosive first half of the year in Walford, it seems like Christmas is going to be no different for the EastEnders residents.

BBC soap, with fans constantly asking when he would be back and what his future storylines would be as they hoped he would reunite with at least one of his (many!) ex-wives. He made a surprise appearance for the funeral of Dot Cotton at the end of 2022, where he was seen mourning the late Walford legend out of the view of everyone else but the audience. He was seen on the phone to a mystery person, prompting rumours of a return.

EastEnders is set for a scheduled shake-up at the start of July as the show will move over to BBC Two as BBC One presents live coverage of Wimbledon. Wimbledon is set to kick off on Monday, July 3, with BBC One covering live matches throughout the day and into the evening.

Actress Michelle Collins has returned to EastEnders in the role of Cindy Beale, almost 25 years after she was said to have died in prison whilst giving birth.

EastEnders boss, Chris Clenshaw, has discussed the BBC One soap's explosive twist on Wednesday night, where Rose Knight was actually revealed to be Cindy Beale. Up until now, Cindy, who is also the ex-wife of long running character Ian Beale, had widely been believed to have died in childbirth while serving time in prison, but as it emerged on Wednesday, rumours of Cindy’s death had been greatly exaggerated.

Rose Knight’s identity was finally revealed in tonight’s episode of EastEnders - and she's really Cindy Beale. After months of speculation and fan theories, Cindy returns to EastEnders 25 years after she was killed off-screen. Viewers saw her failing to accept a call from George as he attempted to get in contact with missing wife ‘Rose’ confirming Cindy has been living under both names.