EastEnders fans all saying the same thing as Janine Butcher makes shock discovery

ACTRESS Charlie Brooks is leaving EastEnders again — following fellow big name Danny Dyer out of Albert Square. She has decided to go at the end of her contract — 18 months after her dramatic return as Janine Butcher.

EastEnders legend Charlie Brooks is leaving her role as Janine Butcher.The 41-year-actress has played the role of the iconic soap villain on and off since 1999.She made an epic return as Janine but she'll be leaving Albert Square in the New Year.READ MORE: Sid Owen returns to EastEnders 10 years after Ricky exit as he reunites with Sam Mitchell Speaking exclusively to The Sun on Sunday, Charlie said: "I was only ever due back to EastEnders for a year, but when Chris Clenshaw presented me with his idea for the story, I couldn’t say no to staying a little longer. "I’ve had an amazing time, as I always do when I go back.""But as always with Janine, she probably should not outstay her welcome — for everyone’s sake." It comes just weeks after bosses confirmed Sid Owen is returning to Walford to play Janine's brother Ricky Butcher once again.On making his soap comeback, Sid Owen said that he was "delighted to be back at EastEnders".He said: "I can’t wait to see what Ricky Butcher has been up to these past few years and how he’s going to react to seeing some familiar faces including old flames.

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.

EASTENDERS fans in tears as fan favourite character leaves Albert Square. Frankie Lewis (played by Rose Ayling-Ellis) said goodbye to the Walford residents in tonight's episode as she leaves to move to Scotland. The teaching assistant took on a new job with deaf student Esme requiring her to move up North.

EastEnders fans are blasting the soap’s highly anticipated exit of Frankie Lewis after her storyline was overshadowed by Janine’s pregnancy news.Frankie’s exit has been rumoured for months, with millions of fans across the nation saying goodbye to the fan favourite as she accepts a new job in Scotland.But viewers were left “furious” as the emotional scenes unfolded when Frankie’s exit appeared to be a secondary storyline in the episode.READ NEXT: Maisie Smith shows off rippling abs in tiny crop top amid Celebrity SAS stintAs Mick arranged a Scottish-themed party at the Old Vic, Mick was seen giving a heartfelt speech and using sign language to say I love you to his daughter.But he soon learned of Janine’s pregnancy and her plan to have an abortion and fled to party, before the storyline appeared to fizzle away from Frankie.Other scenes also focused the father-daughter drama between Dotty and Rocky.Fans took to social media to react: “All I’m gonna say, Frankie deserved the episode be all about her,” said one fan.“I’m sorry but Frankie deserved to be the centre of attention in this episode; I don’t give a toss about Rocky/Dotty,” blasted a second.While a third penned: “furious! Janine’s pregnancy is getting too much screen time. Shouldn’t this be about Frankie?!”Other fans also blasted show bosses for not giving Frankie a “duff duff” or a Julia’s theme ending.Julia's Theme ends an episode with a slow build-up played on piano, usually after the departure of a long serving character or a particularly emotional event.

IT’S the most wonderful time of the year and the set of EastEnders has already got into the Christmas spirit early. In new exclusive images, the newly-revamped set of Albert Square can be seen adorned by Xmas lights and decorations.

EastEnders star Maisie Smith has teased her return to the popular BBC One soap after quitting her part as Tiffany Butcher late last year. The Strictly Come Dancing winner left the show in emotional scenes in December 2021, briefly reprising the role for one episode in March 2022 as part of co-star Keegan Baker's exit storyline.

EastEnders character Janine Butcher's love life.Her twisted character's romantic ups and downs have often gripped those tuning in to see what's going on in the BBC soap - and with murders, twisted plots and lies, it's no wonder Charlie's romantic life is far from that of Janine Butcher's. Charlie has been in the public eye for several years, but a lot less is known about her romantic life when she's off screen.READ MORE: EastEnders Jessie Wallace's love life - co-star's godson, policeman and fling with fanAs Janine finds out she's pregnant on the BBC One soap, Daily Star has looked into Charlie Brooks' romance away from Albert Square.

EASTENDERS star Cheryl Fergison shared a snap of her rarely-seen toyboy husband and son on social media. The soap star, 57, took to Instagram to post some sweet snaps of her loved ones.

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.

READ MORE: Sharon Osbourne meets queue of people waiting to see Queen's coffin at Westminster She visited the sets of EastEnders, Coronation Street and Emmerdale at various points of her career.

THE Wanted star Max George has revealed his true feelings about Maisie Smith. The All Time Low popstar, 34, and ex EastEnders actress, 21, went public with their romance last month. Since then, their relationship has gone from strength to strength with the pair looking loved up even when doing the weekly shop.

The Masked Dancer fans believe they have worked out the hidden celebrity behind Odd Socks after they dropped a huge clue during their stellar performance.The ITV dancing competition returned to our screens last night with five new famous faces taking to the stage the dazzle the star-studded judging panel with their impressive dance moves.Ahead of their spell-binding performance, Odd Socks teased viewers with another cheeky clue hinting at their real identity under the mask.READ MORE: Masked Dancer Joel Dommett makes tight trouser confession after crotch sparks frenzyWhile the teased viewers at their possible identity, the over-the-top character was seen sitting in a garden surrounded by soap and washing lines,They told viewers: “I like to mix things up, I don’t have a set uniform in my line of work.“While I didn’t have proper training until later in life, I'm not the new kid on the block.”After shaking their socks to This Is How We Do It by Montell Jordan, the judges took a wild guess at whole was behind the mask.The loveable character then dropped another major clue before they strolled off stage, adding: “I was extremely lucky to land a meaty role.” Former Big Brother presenter Davina McCall was convinced that the washing line linked the celebrity to a major TV soap as she suggested it was former EastEnders and Coronation Street star Jill Halfpenny. Whereas Jonathan Ross suspected Odd Socks’ “meaty role” reference hinted at ex-EastEnders star Maisie Smith – who played the role of Tiffany Butcher on the show.

EastEnders fans are convinced Alfie Moon is hiding a secret lover as he vows to win back ex Kat Slater.Alfie turned up on the soap this week just hours before Kat was set to wed Phil Mitchell, ultimately ruining their wedding and stirring up trouble between the pair.On tonight’s episode, as Alfie spent the day with Kat and their kids before vowing to hit the road, he returned and planted a surprise kiss on Kat, vowing to win her back before she ties the know with Phil.READ MORE:EastEnders Big Mo star's life - Famous brother, life saved by co-star and stripping offBut fans are convinced Alfie is hiding a big secret after a mysterious phone call led viewers to believe he has a secret lover.Alfie was seen informing a mystery person on the other end of the line of his decision to stay put in Walford.The unidentified caller relayed a message to him from this mystery woman, and he told the caller to tell this person that he ‘loves’ her.Fans immediately began theorizing about who the woman is, believing Alfie is likely up to his old tricks, or even hiding another child. “Oh Alfie, now is that another woman, or a little daughter I wonder?*! #Eastenders ” “Bloody hell Alfie’s got a secret love hasn’t he of course has! Stay clear Kat!!”Others believed he was still in a relationship with Hayler Slater, the mother of his daughter Cherry.“I bet you Alfie is still with Hayley,” predicted one viewer.

EastEnders.The stunning brunette who was just a child when she appeared on the beloved soap was born in 2001, meaning she's now 21.Her career was kickstarted after she signed up at the Sylvia Young agency in 2008 and soon after landed a role in the soap.READ NEXT: Strictly's Rose Ayling-Ellis slips into tiny black bikini on beach after 'split'Seven years old at the time, Molly said: "I'm really excited about it because I have always wanted to be in EastEnders."Molly originally wanted the role of Tiffany Dean, but Maisie Smith ended up with the role as she looked younger.The Dotty Cotton actress first appeared in EastEnders in December 2008 but left in February 2010.

EASTENDERS have begun filming the final scenes of Danny Dyer's exit from the soap. As soaps film months in advance, they are currently reaching the end of 2022, which means dramatic Christmas storylines. Back in May, following news of his exit, Danny hinted that his final scenes as Mick Carter could air this Christmas.

EASTENDERS fans were left moved after a special pre-episode scene paid tribute to Queen Elizabeth featuring Albert Square favourites. The Queen's death was announced on 8 September at 6:30pm leading to a change in programming, including one of EastEnders' episodes. Ahead of the first show to air after the Queen's death, a pre-scene showed a number of characters paying tribute to the 96-year-old in the Queen Vic pub.

Gemma Owen has stunned her fans after sharing a glamorous look she wore for her debut red carpet appearance. The Love Island star, who came runner-up in the 2022 series with Luca Bish, attended the Mirror People's Pet Awards 2022 in what was her first run on a red carpet.

EASTENDERS fans are all saying the same thing after Alfie Moon returned to Walford. The former Queen Vic landlord - who is played by actor Shane Richie in the BBC soap - arrived back in Albert Square after being contacted by his younger children.