EastEnders viewers fight back tears as Peggy Mitchell ‘returns’ to BBC soap

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EASTENDERS’ Sam Mitchell is returning to Albert Square — with Kim Medcalf again taking on the role rather than Danniella Westbrook. Sam — daughter of Queen Vic boss Peggy Mitchell — made her Walford debut in 1990, played by a 17-year-old Danniella. But as the actress fought drug addiction she was replaced by Kim in 2002.

DANNIELLA Westbrook has threatened to sue the BBC after her EastEnders character Sam Mitchell is recast. The 48-year-old played the daughter of Queen Vic landlady Peggy Mitchell in 1990 when she was just 17.

EastEnders, when they discover that Dana is pregnant.Dana had previously rushed off to be sick, and after calling in ill to work, Peter Beale overheard her telling Mila and Kioni that she was expecting.How will Peter and Bobby Beale react? Viewers will have to wait and see.EastEnders has been known for a dramatic storyline or two throughout the years, but the soap is also known for its shocking pregnancy plot twists too.Daily Star takes a look at some of EastEnder's most shocking pregnancy storylines - from Sonia Fowler's unexpected labour to Cindy Beale's affair.Sonia Fowler's teenage pregnancy storyline is one of EastEnders most memorable moments.After having a one night stand with Martin, the couple agreed not to talk about it, but nine months later, Sonia went into labour on Dot Cotton's sofa - unaware that she had been pregnant in the first place.With the help of Big Mo, Sonia gave birth to baby Chloe, who was briefly adopted and renamed Bex, before they were reunited with each other.In recent years, Bex has been played by actress Jasmine Armfield in the soap, with Bex becoming the centre of a huge storylines, including a drug addiction and a bullying storyline.The character last appeared in the soap in 2020 after she decided to go travelling, with Sonia telling the family that she wouldn't be home for Christmas due to staying with her new boyfriend.Cindy Beale arrived on Albert Square in 1988 and after starting a romance with Queen Vic barman Simon Wicks, she ended their relationship. Despite Simon wanting her back, she was fed up with his womanising ways and instead, went on to marry businessman Ian Beale.

EASTENDERS fans are terrified for Chelsea Fox after she enjoyed a spa day while her son Jordan battled for his life in hospital. The new mum - who is played by actress Zaraah Abrahams in the BBC soap - has been suffering from depression over controlling killer husband Gray Atkins. He has manipulated her into not taking anti-depressants - playing on her vulnerability as a new mum.

EastEnders fans have rejoiced after Phil Mitchell and Sharon both mentioned Peggy Mitchell, played by the late and legendary Barbara Windsor, in tonight's episode (January 27).The pair were exchanging words over Phil's reluctance to tell Kat (Jessie Wallace) about his probable long prison term when the namecheck happened. A reluctant Phil (Steve McFadden) has been unwilling to tell Kat about the possible reality which could see him spend the rest of his life behind bars if the police decide to try him for various criminal activities of which he's been accused.At the beginning of the episode, Sharon (Letitia Dean) approached Phil and begged him to reconsider his decision to not let Kat know, which is when Peggy was mentioned.Sharon told Phil: "I'm not going to stand back and watch you go down for life.

EMMERDALE writers have confirmed Meena WILL return to the soap - and a new discovery may finally EXPOSE her as the billage serial killer. Viewers saw Meena headed for Scotland after her crimes were exposed, with her getting a lift with a random lorry driver named Tommy. But the police have been searching the country for Meena since, believing she wouldn't have made it out due to the huge search for her earlier this month.

EastEnders, when he decides to break up with Kat Slater.Although Kat has told him that her feelings will not change if Phil is sent to prison, Phil is scared to tell her the truth about his sentence, and calls off their relationship.Since arriving on Albert Square in 1990, Phil Mitchell has had multiple relationships with residents including Sharon Watts and Lisa Fowler.Actor Steve McFadden has also had a wild love life off-screen too, including becoming a father with his childhood sweetheart, multiple relationships, and dating one of his EastEnders' co-stars.Long before dating one of his co-stars, Steve was in a relationship with his childhood sweetheart Sue Marshall.Together the couple had one child called Matt, but sadly their teenage romance did not last and they parted ways.After dating Sue Marshall, the actor began a relationship with Angela Bostock, who he had met at a party in Salisbury in 1995.During this time however, the couple split when Steve McFadden began a relationship with EastEnder's co-star Lucy Benjamin in 1999.However, Steve and Angela got back together after Steve's relationship with Lucy came to an end, and the couple later welcomed two daughters called Teona and Mollie Jane.Steve and Angela parted ways in 2005, with the actor going on to date Dr Rachel Sidwell.It is reported that their romance blossomed after they bumped into one another on a school run in 2008, with the couple dating for over a year.They also had a daughter called Amelie Tinkerbell in September 2009, with the actor telling Ok! Magazine following her birth: "I'm happier now than I've ever been.

Kate Garraway's first guests will include Welsh singer Charlotte Church and Liverpool FC legend John Barnes. READ MORE: Fans support Katie Price as she announces huge career move The move comes after the 54-year-old was made an MBE in the New Year Honours for her services to broadcasting, journalism and charity.

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EASTENDERS viewers are set to see Phil Mitchell finally tell Kat Slater the truth about his forthcoming prison sentence. Hardman Phil is facing the rest of his life behind bars and has found it hard to tell Kat that he's going inside for longer than she expects. Phil finally admits that he’s actually looking at life in prison leaving Kat floored - but she vows to stand by him.

EASTENDERS viewers are set to see Phil Mitchell finally tell Kat Slater the truth about his forthcoming prison sentence. Hardman Phil is facing the rest of his life behind bars and has found it hard to tell Kat that he's going inside for longer than she expects. Phil finally admits that he’s actually looking at life in prison leaving Kat floored - but she vows to stand by him.

EASTENDERS fans are convinced Grant Mitchell is making a comeback after making a shock cameo in last night's episode. The hardman - who is played by actor Ross Kemp in the BBC soap - was heard by his brother Phil who is facing life in prison unless he agrees to become a police informant.  In last night’s episode Phil opened up about the informant deal to ex Sharon after she realised something was wrong.

EastEnders fans were left feeling emotional last night after a late star made a 'return'.

YOU could almost hear the duff-duffs in Albert Square yesterday when ITV bosses announced they are moving Coronation Street and Emmerdale to the same time slot as EastEnders. The scheduling clash has created a cliffhanger with the future of the BBC1 soap left hanging in the balance. But it lost the plot long ago, with millions of viewers switching off and big-name stars including Danny Dyer leaving.

EASTENDERS' Callum Highway is ARRESTED for holding a street party - just as Walford experiences a terrifying explosion. A panicked Callum breaks down for his lost brother at Walford East but Ben hesitates to comfort him as the pair are in public. Callum snaps at him offended, and later on tells him he is organising a party outside The Prince Albert.

EastEnders relationship is set to come to an end this week, as Albert Square residents Kat Slater and Phil Mitchell call it quits.Both Kat and Phil have been through ups and downs in their relationships throughout the years, including affairs, births and now, Phil's impending prison sentence.Since arriving on the square in 2000, Kat has also had relationships with a number of residents, including her memorable coupling with Shane Richie's lovable Alfie Moon.Actress Jessie Wallace's life has been just as wild off-set as it has on screen too, including multiple relationships, a suspension from the soap and wowing fans with a childhood throwback snap.Born in Enfield, London on September 25, 1971, Jessie Wallace landed her first TV role as PC Lace in popular ITV series The Bill.From there, she won her best known role as the outspoken Kat Slater in EastEnders in 2000, famous for storylines including her on-off relationship with Alfie Moon and the "you ain't my mother" scene, where she revealed she was actually her so-called sister's mother.Aside from playing Kat Slater, Jessie Wallace has also appeared in various TV programmes throughout her career including Wild At Heart as Amy Kriel, A Class Apart as Candy Jerome and The Dinner Party as Jackie.She even had a rival soap role in ITV soap Coronation Street, playing Pat Phoenix in the TV film The Road to Coronation Street.In 2020, Jessie Wallace was suspended from EastEnders for two months after an incident on set, where it was reported that the star had been drunk while filming.A source told Daily Star on Sunday: "Scriptwriters are currently coming up with a storyline to explain Kat’s temporary exit from Walford."They added: "Bosses were left with no choice but to discipline

EASTENDERS fans in the US have been left hanging after the BBC pulled 13 years’ worth of episodes. Albert Square lovers in the States are watching shows from 2009 — a time lag built up because they are screened only once a week rather than four times a week in the UK.

Danniella Westbrook has shared some snapshots from her EastEnders past after she was snubbed to reprise her role as Sam Mitchell.  Taking to Instagram, a nostalgic Daniella shared two pictures from 1992 which saw her appear on television magazines.  The 48-year-old soap star rose to fame in the BBC soap and became known for portraying the role of Sam across 36 years until 2016. In one image on the TV Times, Danniella’s character can be seen cuddling up to her on-screen husband Ricky Butcher, played by Sid Owen.