Sid Owen's family life as Ricky Butcher star returns to EastEnders

THIS AUTUMN EastEnders fans are in for a right treat with drama filled storylines, and shock character returns as new boss gives major shake up. EastEnders' new boss, Chris Clenshaw, has promised to make some huge changes to the show. Proposed changes include a huge culling of characters, and the reintroduction of some fan favourites.

EASTENDERS fans rejoiced last night when the Carters' family dog Lady Di returned to the square. Mick Carter (Danny Dyer) was seen with the beloved pooch during Thursday’s episode of the BBC One soap.

KATIE PRICE fears for children Jett and Bunny who she shares with ex Kieran Hayler because due to “recent events”, she now has “limited access” to them. Something Hayler denies strenuously. In a recent report from the Office for National Statistics, half of children live across more than one household, so this situation is something many of us have to deal with.

Eastenders comeback star Shane Richie has hinted at a possible new love interest for his character Alfie Moon following his upcoming return to the Square.The 58 year old is set to arrive back on the BBC soap on 12 September as old flame Kat Slater (played by Jessie Wallace) marries Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden). Alfie attempts to win Kat back on the day of her wedding, however unexpectedly finds a connection between himself and Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) in a surprising turn.

EASTENDERS' boss teased "climactic " storyline for Sid Owen's return as Ricky Butcher - hinting a reunion for Mick and Linda Carter. It’s been over a decade since he last stepped foot in Albert Square, but Ricky is on his way back as Sid is set to reprise his iconic role for a stint later this year. Executive producer, Chris Clenshaw, told the press: "Ricky is home and Janine is here in a relationship with Mick.

EastEnders actor Shane Richie has revealed the iconic Kat and Alfie romance almost never happened.The soap star, 58, has played cheeky chap Alfie Moon on and off since 2002 and it was confirmed last month that he would be returning to the beloved role.The last time viewers saw Alfie, he had been revealed as the father of Kat's cousin Hayley Slater's baby after they had a brief affair.READ MORE: EastEnders' Jake Wood shares advice he's given co-star James Bye ahead of Strictly debutDespite Alfie trying his best to win Kat back, she couldn't move on and he eventually ended up on the bad side of Phil Mitchell after stealing money from him, forcing a speedy exit from Albert Square.Alfie's return coincides with Kat's upcoming nuptials to Phil, leaving fans to wonder whether there is any hope for a reunion between the iconic duo.Kat and Alfie's tumultuous relationship has spanned nearly two decades and they cemented themselves as one of the most iconic pairings a long time ago.But in an exclusive chat with Daily Star and other publications, Shane revealed that producers had a different vision for how Alife's love life would pan out.He said: "When I turned up 20 years ago, they were going to recreate 'The Graduate' story with Alfie and Peggy."The former I'm A Celebrity star added: "And then off-camera, me and Jessie [Wallace] were having a right laugh and the writers saw this chemistry, and so that relationship purely happened by accident."And now 20 years later after all the things that have happened between Kat and Alfie, there's still a spark there."Speaking about his return as the iconic character, Shane admitted that he was on tour when he got the call from EastEnders' executive producer Chris Clenshaw who explained he

EastEnders has confirmed a date for when Shane Ritchie will return to the BBC soap as character Alfie Moon It has been four years since the TV favourite was last on Albert Square and this time, he is set to crash his ex-wife Kat Slater's (Jessie Wallace) marriage to Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden). Fans last saw Alfie fleeing Walford back in January 2019, making an enemy of Phil in the process. But on Monday, 12 September, Shane will be back and reportedly will do anything necessary to win the love of his life back.The couple’s fiery relationship was at the centre of many major storylines during Shane’s tenure on the show, but their union came to a sudden end in 2018 when it emerged that Alfie had secretly fathered a son with her cousin Hayley.

EastEnders have confirmed exactly when Shane Ritchie is set to return to the epic soap to reprise his role as Alfie Moon after four years away from the show.Alfie is set to return to Albert Square to crash ex-wife Kat's wedding to gangster Phil Mitchell. His first appearance will be on Monday 12th September, when he'll show up at Kat's door.Kat will show up to answer in her wedding dress, shocked at who is set to be standing in front of her hours before she weds Phil.READ MORE: EastEnders Gillian Taylforth life - rival soap role, co-star romance and MILF confessionAlfie will reportedly go to extreme lengths to stop Kat from marrying Phil, in a bid to win her back, but will Kat be willing to hear him out?On the other side of the square, Zack convinces Sharon to go for what she wants, which is Phil.

EASTENDERS has confirmed when Alfie Moon will return to Albert Square to crash his ex-wife Kat Slater's wedding to Phil Mitchell. After four years away from the BBC soap, Shane Richie will reprise his role as the cheeky Alfie this September. He will be first seen on our screens on Monday 12th September turning up to Kat's door - who is in her wedding dress - much to her surprise.

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“They’re just a really lovely institution, family vibes. I really liked it. “There was nothing seedy or gross about it, it was kind of really playful.” 

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EastEnders' executive producer has revealed he approached Bobby Brazier for the role of Freddie Slater because he came across his Instagram. Bobby, 18, will make his first appearance as Freddie in scenes set to air next week, marking the character's first return since 2006.Freddie is the son of Maureen "Little Mo" Slater (Kacey Ainsworth) and left Walford with his mum to start a new life. READ MORE: EastEnders viewers baffled as they spot major flaw in Janine’s latest blackmail scam But now, the teenager is back and is keen to reunite with the man he thinks is his father, Billy Mitchell.Unbeknownst to Freddie however, he was conceived when his mother was raped by Graham Foster who was later sentenced to four years in prison for the crime.Speaking exclusively to Daily Star and other publications, the EastEnders executive producer, Chris Clenshaw revealed that Freddie is going to get a nasty surprise shortly after he returns.He said: "Freddie comes back because he thinks Billy Mitchell is his dad.

Bobby Brazier has praised his "welcoming" EastEnders family ahead of his debut on the hit BBC One soap in autumn. It was announced in July that the 19-year-old, who is the son of the late Jade Goody, will be joining Albert Square as the "chaotic" Freddie Slater. And now Bobby, whose father is Jeff Brazier, has praised the "welcoming" EastEnders cast and crew, especially Lacey Turner, who plays Stacey Slater.

EASTENDERS boss has revealed hopes for another flashback episode with a different resident on Albert Square in the future - but which one is it? The BBC soap will soon have a flashback episode starring the Michell family. Phil Mitchell will be plunged into his memories to find out core truths about himself and his family that will hopefully help in his fight against the evil DCI Keeble.

AFTER ten years away from the square, Sid Owen reprises his role as the iconic Ricky Butcher in the BBC soap, along with a new villain. Ricky will be reunited with his troublesome sister Janine (Charlie Brooks) and ex-wife Sam Mitchell (Kim Medcalf) later this year.

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.

The residents of Albert Square will say their final farewells to Dot Cotton in a special episode honouring the death of EastEnders stalwart June Brown, the BBC have said. Brown became a cultural fixture for her long-running turn as the inimitable Dot Branning – best known as Dot Cotton, the character’s previous married name – providing Walford with one of its best-loved and most memorable figures.The actress, who played the chain-smoking hypochondriac Dot for more than 30 years, died at her home on April 3 aged 95.