EastEnders spoiler sees Phil Mitchell return from prison as he seeks revenge for Ben's rape

A former EastEnders star has reportedly been arrested on suspicion of an alleged "large-scale" fraud. The actress, who cannot be identified for legal reasons, is said to be the subject of an investigation by the police's specialist anti-organised crime department.The Sun has reported that the suspect in question was held during the early hours of Friday morning after a raid in East London.

Excitement has been building amongst EastEnders fans for Kat Slater and Phil Mitchell’s wedding, and next week will see the hardman give his fiancé a special engagement ring. Kat (Jessie Wallace) couldn't be more delighted that Phil (Steve McFadden) is showing he’s serious about getting married and that they’ve set a date for the wedding in September, but with Kat’s former husband Alfie Moon (Shane Richie) set to head back to Walford, will their happiness last? Kat and Phil have been rebuilding their turbulent relationship following Phil’s release from prison after he was accused of conspiracy to murder.

Scott Maslen looked worlds away from his Eastenders alter ego Jack Branning on Tuesday as he showed off his muscular physique while out for a stroll in London. The 51 year old star, who has appeared on the BBC soap since 2007, showed off his muscular arms as he enjoyed the sunshine in North London.

This week on EastEnders, Kat (Jessie Wallace) and Sharon (Letitia Dean) are at loggerheads over recent events at the club. Soon, they end up in a huge argument. Meanwhile, Sam (Kim Medcalf) is worried that her scheming to bring down the Mitchell empire will be exposed.

EastEnders ’ newest addition Aaron Thiara is set to shake things up in Albert Square over the summer. Aaron's character Ravi Gulati is set to be released from prison on the BBC One soap in the coming months, after making his debut on the show on Monday night. Ravi will meet fellow inmate Phil Mitchell – played by Steve McFadden – as Phil turned to him for help after making an enemy in jail.

Move over Sharon and Linda – there is a new queen on the Square. EatEnders has announced the arrival of the show's first resident drag queen – Tara Misu.

EastEnders’ Mo Harris is set to return to Albert Square after leaving the show in 2021 and actress Laila Morse has promised plenty of "mischief".The character first appeared in the BBC One soap more than two decades ago and became one of Walford’s most recognisable faces. She left Walford in June last year for a life of fun on a cruise ship with her beloved Fat Elvis, but will now return to the Square for a short stint later this summer. A renowned schemer, "Big Mo" is always up to something, so the question of what brings her back is sure to be on everyone’s lips.

EastEnders has just dropped a major hint that Phil Mitchell might be killed off on the BBC One soap. The long-running character is suggested to meet a nasty end in previews for upcoming episodes which follow him in prison. Phil is currently serving time behind bars after police discovered he was involved in Vincent Hubbard's death.

It's a week of shocks and secrets in EastEnders after Phil Mitchell's (Steve McFadden) prison feud turns deadly. Phil has made a serious enemy on the inside and he fears for his life as inmate Craig turns up the pressure and a fight breaks out. Later, DI Keeble (Alison Newman) visits to tell Phil he won’t be alive much longer unless he takes her deal to turn informant.

EastEnders' Nancy Carter star Maddy Hill has announced that she has left the BBC One soap just one year after she reprised her role in Albert Square. During Thursday's episode, Nancy made a surprise departure from Walford after learning that her boyfriend Zack Hudson had cheated on her with Sam Mitchell. Prior to her exit, Zack proposed and Nancy considered forgiving him before a chat with her mother Linda Carter, where she spotted a bottle of vodka, made her realise that she can't trust anyone.

This week on EastEnders, Zack Hudson feels guilty after his night with Sam Mitchell. And, after the secret does come out, Shirley Carter punches him and Nancy Carter decides to end the relationship.Tina Carter is honoured at The Albert.

Sam Mitchell will get close to Zack Hudson in EastEnders on Thursday evening's episode of the BBC soap. EastEnders spoiler pictures for Thursday’s episode show the pair sharing a cosy drink, drowning their sorrows together after they both have a bad day. And as sparks begin to fly, how far will things go between the pair? This week’s episodes have already seen Sam cheesed off after being pushed out of managing the club, with Sharon snatching the reins from her.