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Sid Owen is returning to Albert Square as EastEnders favourite Ricky Butcher after 10 years away from the soap.The actor, 50, said he is “delighted” to be reprising his role as Walford’s hapless mechanic after previously starring in the BBC series from 1988 until 2000, returning sporadically until 2012. Sid's character was involved in a number of high-profile storylines, perhaps most famously with his on-screen spouse Bianca Jackson played by Patsy Palmer.Their relationship was a hit with fans and their on-screen wedding drew an audience of more than 22 million.Talking about his return to the show, Sid said: “I’m delighted to back at EastEnders.

Sid Owen is to make an epic return to EastEnders as the beloved star will reprise his iconic role of Ricky Butcher.And while Sid returns to Albert Square, newcomer Navin Chowdhry is set to join the cast as well.Fans will no doubt be over the moon to hear about the return of Ricky Butcher later this year, and after more than 10 years since his last appearance - it's really no wonder. READ NEXT: I'm A Celeb's Adam Woodyatt fights back tears as he opens up on 'new start' after splitWhen he arrives back on Albert Square, Ricky will come face-to-face with his ex-wife Sam Mitchell, as well as being reunited with his sister Janine.The siblings are said to "quickly get up to no good" - but what could this possibly entail?On returning to the soap, Sid Owen said that he was "delighted to be back at EastEnders," adding: "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 beauty Danniella Westbrook has made a quick hospital dash amid a health scare and her recent split from her jailed fiancé. Returning to hospital on Saturday night (August 27) after a "health shock" earlier this summer, the former Sam Mitchell actress updated her fans with a worrying selfie on her Instagram page.Snapping a quick photo for her Instagram stories, Danniella could be seen donning a blue disposable face mask and elaborate fluffy faux eyelashes.

EastEnders fans flocked to social media recently, after BBC bosses announced that Sid Owen would return to the soap as Ricky Butcher.Ricky was last seen on Albert Square more than a decade ago - but what is the reason behind his sudden return?Viewers have taken to social media and fan forums to speculate about Ricky's return and what this could mean for other characters, including his sister Janine and ex-wife Sam Mitchell.READ NEXT: EastEnders Janine downfall 'sealed' - Haunted by Barry's ghost to Mick murder plotAs fans wonder what the reason is behind Ricky's return, Daily Star takes a look at some theories behind his upcoming storyline.Fans 'worked out' that Ricky might be returning to the square earlier this year, after his sister Janine Butcher called him to borrow money.She could be seen picking up a phone in the Queen Vic Pub, saying: "Ricky, it's your favourite sister! Can you call me back? I need to borrow some money..."Following the phone call between the Butcher siblings, viewers flocked to Twitter to predict Ricky's return with one person saying: "OMG Praying for a Ricky return!". A second fan added: "Janine calling Ricky please let him come back #EastEnders."Since Ricky's return has been confirmed, fans have speculated that his sudden arrival on the square has something to do with Janine and her welfare - especially following her cover-up of the near-fatal car crash involving Linda Carter.One said: "Janine needs to be kept on a straight and narrow path.

Danniella Westbrook has been left "devastated" after parting ways from her jailed fiancée David.Although now heartbroken, the EastEnders actress, 48, is hoping to focus on herself and her career once again.While the pair had been romantically linked for six years, David, 29, never appeared in any of Danniella's pictures without being obscured from view.READ MORE: Danniella Westbrook wows in plunging skintight silver dress for sizzling snapHe has since been holed-up behind bars for counterfeit goods and getting into a "fight with someone", claimed the soap star.A representative for Danniella confirmed their relationship breakdown to The Mirror.They said: "We can confirm that Danniella has indeed split up with her partner."The decision hasn't come lightly and it is a decision that she feels is best for her and her career at this moment in time."Meanwhile a source provided further information on the situation when speaking to The Sun.The insider explained: "Danniella is devastated as she's really close with David’s family and they have been in an on and off relationship since meeting in Marbella in 2016."She feels as though she has done the right for both of them although she is heartbroken."Danniella is going to take time to focus on herself, her surgery and her career."Daily Star has contacted Danniella's spokesperson for further comment.Back in May, the star, who is better known for her role as Sam Mitchell on Albert Square, seemed smitten with her younger beau, telling Daily Star that David, who is 19 years her junior, "kept her young".The former BBC One star compared herself to her former on-screen mum Peggy Mitchell – the late Barbara Windsor – who also had a significantly younger husband in real life.She told us:

Danniella Westbrook has impressed fans with her recent Instagram snap as she wore a plunging silver dress. The former EastEnders actress, 48, gave fans an eyeful as she shared a snap wearing the lavish glittery number while posing beside her hair stylist.

DANNIELLA Westbrook dazzled as she showed off a glam new look for her latest TV gig. The former EastEnders actress, 48, beamed as she revealed her sexy hair transformation to full effect, with her blonde locks styled into a voluminous bob.

EastEnders tonight (August 18).Ben recently opened up to father Phil Mitchell about being raped by Lewis - with Phil's sister Sam later kidnapping Lewis in scenes that aired earlier this week.Phil and Sam take him to a warehouse in tonight's episode, but when Lewis pulls a gun out on the siblings, things taken an even more sinister turn.READ NEXT: EastEnders fans all say same thing about kidnap scenes as Lewis death teasedWith Ben's arrival, could Ben take the gun and turn it on Lewis? Or will Phil be stitched up for Lewis' potential murder?Here, Daily Star takes a closer look at the fan theories about Ben Mitchell.EastEnders viewers recently saw Sam Mitchell return to Albert Square, with the secret intention of bringing down the Mitchell family.After Sam kidnapped Lewis following Ben's heart to heart with Phil, some fans took to social media as they shared their concerns for Phil.Some think that Sam might stitch Phil up if Lewis is murdered, with one saying: "I'm surprised that Phil didn't suspect Sam of her plans or her other motives.""Is Sam trying to stitch Phil with Lewis?," asked another, while a third added: "Phil isn't convinced by Sam's plan"Although Phil might not be convinced by Sam's plan, when the situation turns deadly between the characters in the warehouse, could Phil snap and kill Lewis - leading Phil to go back to prison?A fourth fan said: "Phil, you roaring like a lion to take revenge on Lewis."However, other viewers think that Phil will not attack Lewis and will instead let him go so that he faces justice at the hands of the law, with one saying: "He'll let Lewis go because he admitted to what he did to Ben that night."Although Ben pulls the gun on Lewis, fans are hoping that he does not kill Lewis -

EastEnders star Aidan O'Callaghan has teased his character Lewis Butler's potential return to the BBC One soap in the future, pointing out that the door hasn't been "fully shut". Earlier this year, Ben Mitchell, played by Max Bowden, was sexually assaulted by Lewis in harrowing scenes. And during this week Ben's father Phil Mitchell and aunty Sam Mitchell got revenge on the rapist by holding him at gunpoint at an abandoned warehouse.

EastEnders spoiler photos show the emotional moment Ben Mitchell, played by Max Bowden, heads to the police station to report Lewis Butler (Aidan O'Callaghan). Ben was sexually assaulted by Lewis in harrowing scenes on the BBC One soap earlier this year and on Thursday's episode, Ben heads to the police station to report his rapist. However, he gets more than he bargains for when his estranged husband Callum Highway (Tony Clay) arrives to which he immediately questions why Ben is there.

COMEUPPANCE may be near for Lewis Butler, months after he raped Ben Mitchell. But EastEnders baddie Phil Mitchell will be surprisingly reluctant to get revenge. Get the lowdown on this week's Walford drama.

AN EastEnders fan favourite is set to make a dramatic return to Albert Square after ten years, bosses have confirmed. The BBC has confirmed Sid Owen will return as his long-suffering character Ricky Butcher after viewers last saw him leaving Walford for Germany in 2012. Sources told the Sun how Sid will begin filming next month with Charlie Brooks, who plays on-screen sister Janine, and ex wife Sam Mitchell, played by Kim Medcalf.

Fans of primetime soap EastEnders will remember loveable mechanic Ricky Butcher.The character has been absent from Albert Square for quite some time but after ten long years, he’s making a dramatic comeback.The Sun reports that 50-year-old actor Sid Owen, who plays Ricky, will begin filming on set next month with Charlie Brooks, Ricky’s on-screen sister Janine. He’ll also reunite with Kim Medcalf, who plays Ricky’s ex-wife Sam Mitchell. A source revealed: “Bosses have an exciting storyline planned for his return, involving lots of key players.

EX-EASTENDERS star Danniella Westbrook kicked back in the sun in a bikini today. The former Sam Mitchell actress shared a series of pictures of her laying down in her garden.

EASTENDERS actor, James Farrar, opened up about some devastating news he received recently. The actor, who plays Zack Hudson in EastEnders, revealed that he sadly lost his pet cat Duchess over the weekend. He said Duchess died after being hit by a car, and he was "heart broken" over the news.

EastEnders viewers can expect a thrilling week in the Square next week, as Sam and Phil decide to take revenge on Ben’s rapist, Lewis. Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) meets with Keeble to see if she can do anything about Lewis. However, it’s Sam Mitchell (Kim Medcalf) who takes action when she takes the gun from the club safe and heads off with Zack Hudson (James Farrar) to find Lewis Butler (Aidan O’Callaghan) herself.

Former Eastenders actress Danniella Westbrook has revealed that she is to go under the knife once again as NHS medics undertake around £500,000 worth of reconstructive surgery to help repair her face after years of drug use. The surgery will rebuild the star’s damaged cheekbones and reform her collapsed nose, after she very nearly suffered life threatening complications as a result of the damage caused by her previous substance abuse.The 48 year old star had previously ruled out having surgery as the private fees were too high, but following a health scare last Christmas which left her struggling to breathe and resulted in an intensive care stay, the NHS stepped in to schedule the procedure.

Danniella Westbrook has opened up about her health battle with septicaemia, explaining that she hadn't taken advice given to her by doctors.Back in May, the former EastEnders actress was raced to hospital after she'd suffered from frightful blood poisoning which left her in a critical condition.According to the soap star, it isn't the first time she'd contacted the bloodstream infection and confessed that she was knowingly vulnerable to it.READ MORE: Danniella Westbrook wows fans with glamorous display at red carpet bashUnderstanding that she bares a higher risk than most - due to the number of times of going under-the-knife - Daniella was advised to take precautions but confirmed she'd failed to.Medics warned the actress who was best known for her role as Sam Mitchell on Albert Square's famed programme that she needed to wear a mask to keep herself safe.Speaking with The Sun at the Whsky Label launch party on Thursday, August 5, Danniella revealed she'd let herself down when it came to following instructions from experts.Danniella told the publication: "Because of my operations I'm quite open to it."I don't always wear a mask and I should, so they're always telling me off!"The TV star went on to add that she may have overdone it with her fitness regime too, confessing that she'd hit the gym far too early after her last operation.She said: "I also went back to the gym too fast."Sweating and doing classes and stuff I shouldn't be doing...

EastEnders actress Danniella Westbrook has stunned in a recent selfie.The former soap star, 48, took to Instagram to reveal the glam look as she informed her followers that she's "on the way back" and will "always shine".Taken during her recent red carpet outing, Danniella thanked her hair and makeup team as she pouted in the stunning snap.READ MORE: Danniella Westbrook shares a glam selfie as she teases 'big plans'She showcased her new hair and opted for a rich palette of makeup, including thick eyeliner and a pair of fluttering lashes.In view of her 102K followers, the mum-of-two captioned the snap: "Red carpets… it's all part of my life [red heart emoji] I'm on the way back… Love me or hate me I will always shine."Fans of the blonde bombshell were quick to compliment the star on her beauty, with one commenting: "Beautiful soul inside and out.""You look amazing," gushed another as a third added: "Looking great Queen."A fourth said: "Absolutely stunning," while someone else called Danniella "sexy and gorgeous".The behind-the-scenes snap comes shortly after the star, who played Sam Mitchell on and off from 1990 until 2016, put on a sizzling display as she took to the red carpet.Attending The Landmark London for the Lifestyle Awards earlier this month, Danniella oozed glamour as she slipped into a stunning floor-length gown.

READ MORE: The first signs of breast cancer Sarah Harding spotted - and the symptoms you shouldn't ignore Danniella played Sam Mitchell in the BBC soap on and off between 1990 until 2016. She says that there has been a shift since then, BirminghamLive reports.

FORMER Eastenders star Danniella Westbrook said she’s so fed up with the BBC she hasn’t bothered renewing her TV licence. The actress - who played Sam Mitchell on Albert Square - said the current standard of programming puts her off tuning in.