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Ross Kemp to return to Eastenders as Grant Mitchell makes ‘dramatic return’

Ross Kemp to return to Eastenders as Grant Mitchell makes ‘dramatic return’

Sun, 15 Feb, 2026

The 61-year-old previously reprised the role for the show’s 40th anniversary celebrations last year.

Family of EastEnders actor Derek Martin share tribute after his death aged 92

Family of EastEnders actor Derek Martin share tribute after his death aged 92

Sun, 11 Jan, 2026

He played Charlie Slater from 2000-2011, with guest appearances until the character’s final appearance in 2016.

EastEnders actor Tony Caunter dies aged 88, family announces

EastEnders actor Tony Caunter dies aged 88, family announces

Tue, 14 Oct, 2025

He starred in the popular BBC One soap for nine years.

‘I’m so excited to be back’: Michelle Ryan to return to EastEnders as Zoe Slater

‘I’m so excited to be back’: Michelle Ryan to return to EastEnders as Zoe Slater

Tue, 17 Jun, 2025

The 41-year-old will return to the role for the first time in 20 years.

EastEnders’ Patsy Palmer proud of ‘most fantastic’ soap sister Natalie Cassidy

EastEnders’ Patsy Palmer proud of ‘most fantastic’ soap sister Natalie Cassidy

Sat, 01 Feb, 2025

Cassidy, who plays Sonia Fowler, announced she will be leaving the BBC soap after more than 30 years.

Nigel Bates returns to EastEnders for first time in 26 years

Nigel Bates returns to EastEnders for first time in 26 years

Wed, 25 Dec, 2024

The BBC said the character will be reunited with childhood best friend Phil Mitchell on Christmas Day.

Max Bowden to leave role as Ben Mitchell in EastEnders next year

Max Bowden to leave role as Ben Mitchell in EastEnders next year

Sun, 31 Dec, 2023

It is unclear whether his character will be killed off or depart Albert Square for a time.