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Current and former EastEnders characters have turned out in force for Dot Cotton's funeral, with iconic characters making their return to Albert Square for the emotional scenes.The mass return to Walford includes Jacqueline Jossa, who has returned to the role of Lauren Branning for the first time since her departure in 2018. Alongside Lauren, another five characters are returning to say their goodbyes to the much-loved Dot.

EastEnders has confirmed that six characters will be returning for Dot Cotton's emotional funeral after actress June Brown passed away aged 95 in April. Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa), George "Lofty" Holloway (Tom Watt), Colin Russell (Lord Michael Cashman CBE), Barry Clark (Gary Hailes), Mary "the punk" Smith (Linda Davidson) and Disa O’Brien (Jan Graveson) will join together to say goodbye to Dot. The returning cast are currently filming scenes for the emotional funeral, where they share their cherished memories of Dot, and will also bring viewers up to date with their lives.

EastEnders have revealed a tragic storyline is on the way for character Lola Pearce who is set to be diagnosed with a brain tumour.The BBC soap producers have said they are working alongside Brain Tumour Research and Macmillan Cancer Support on the storyline, which will begin this autumn. Viewers will see Lola and her loved ones deal with her diagnosis as the plot follows the experience of Lola and those around her as she deals with the reality of being a young person living with a brain tumour.

EastEnders has started filming a special funeral episode for Dot Cotton after actress June Brown passed away aged 95 in April. New filming pictures give viewers a first look at the emotional scenes, which are set to air in the upcoming weeks, and see a horse-drawn carriage with white flowers spelling out "Dot".

EastEnders legendary character Janine Butcher is set to say farewell to the Square later this year, just 18 months after actress Charlie Brooks returned to Walford. Charlie, 41, reprised her role as the soap's love to hate character in September last year after a seven year hiatus and has announced that her time as Janine has come to an end - for now! “I was only ever due back to EastEnders for a year, but when [exec producer] Chris Clenshaw presented me with his idea for the story, I couldn’t say no to staying a little longer," she told The Sun on Sunday.

Coleen Nolan has revealed that she's disappointed over ex-husband Shane Richie's EastEnders storyline as he returned to the BBC One soap. The Loose Women panellist spoke about her former husband's stint on the show during today's episode of the ITV show.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

Strictly Come Dancing winner Rose Ayling-Ellis is leaving EastEnders later this year, the BBC has announced.The actress, 27, won Strictly’s glitterball trophy last year alongside professional partner Giovanni Pernice, marking a historic win on the BBC One show as she became the first deaf contestant to take part. She joined EastEnders in 2020 playing Frankie Lewis.

EastEnders star Barbara Smith looked stylish as she took to the red carpet at a showbiz event in London.The 24 year old actress, who is best known for playing Dana Monroe in the BBC One soap, put on a chic display whilst posing for cameras at the bash. Pulling a serious expression in a snap, Barbara sported a black dress with a low-cut back and thin straps.The soap star completed the red carpet look with a pair of platform Converse shoes, as well as bronzed eyeshadow. Barbara looked completely different from her soap character as she made her way into the Sejuiced Brunch event at Kibele restaurant in Fitzrovia.

Jade Goody's son Bobby Brazier was spotted looking very cheery with his co-star Ellie Dadd on Tuesday 9 August. Bobby, 19, is the son of presenter Jeff Brazier and the late TV personality Jade Goody, who died in 2009 from cervical cancer. Heading to film their EastEnders scenes, Bobby and Ellie were all smiles as they looked back at the cameras with Bobby putting the thumbs up.

Jade Goody’s son Bobby Brazier has joined the cast of BBC Eastenders and has been spotted filming his debut scenes. Bobby, 19, is the eldest son of the late reality TV star Jade Goody and TV presenter Jeff Brazier. The dashing young model and actor was revealed to be heading for the Square this week, with his first appearance on the soap set to air this autumn as he joins the cast as Little Mo's son Freddie.

Bobby Brazier has reportedly split from his influencer girlfriend Liberty Love, 21, ahead of making his EastEnders debut.The 19-year-old is said to have parted ways after making their relationship public in May. It appears both the model and actor and his ex-girlfriend have now unfriended each other on Instagram as well as removed photographs of the pair together. Liberty, who is the daughter of director and DJ Don Letts, has also so far failed to publicly congratulate her ex on his new EastEnders role as Little Mo’s son "chaotic" Freddie Slater.

EastEnders in his acting debut. Dad Jeff gave his take on it. The 19-year-old lad will play Freddie Slater, son of Maureen "Little Mo" Slater.

READ MORE: Love Island's Iain Stirling 'confirms' final date and extended episode before ITV announcement “Stepping into the acting world has always been a vision of mine and doing that with EastEnders as a Slater is a blessing, I'm very grateful. Loving every minute of Freddie so far and can’t wait to see what’s in store for him in Walford.

Jeff Brazier has broken his silence as his son joins BBC EastEnders. Jeff and Jade Goody's son Bobby is joining EastEnders in his acting debut. The 19-year-old will play Freddie Slater, son of Maureen "Little Mo" Slater.

in Harlow, Essex, has been spotted filming scenes that are planned to air this summer. Freddie returns having abandoned the new life he left for 16 years ago, on a path for potential heartbreak as he steps back into Albert Square as an 18-year-old. Speaking on the role, Bobby beamed: “I’m really excited to be joining the cast of EastEnders – so far it’s been perfect.

Jade Goody’s son Bobby Brazier is joining EastEnders in his acting debut. The 19-year-old will play Freddie Slater, son of Maureen “Little Mo” Slater, and is currently filming scenes scheduled to air this summer. The character of Freddie was last seen in Walford in May 2006 when he and his mother left to start a new life.

cast of the BBC soap in the role of 18-year-old Freddie Slater, the son of Little Mo Slater. Bobby is currently filming scenes set to air this autumn. Before trying his hand out at acting, the son of Jade and Jeff Brazier focused on his modelling career.

Birmingham Live reports. Read more: Get the latest What's On stories from Derbyshire Live The character of Freddie was last seen in Walford in May 2006 when he and his mother left to start a new life. Now he is returning to Albert Square, aged 18, and finds himself on a path that could lead to heartbreak.

EastEnders has announced that Bobby Brazier is making his acting debut in the hit BBC One soap.The 19-year-old, who is the son of the late Jade Goody, will be making his arrival in autumn as the "chaotic" Freddie Slater. Bobby, who is currently filming scenes, said he is "very grateful" for the opportunity and that he's "loving every minute" so far.The model, whose father is Jeff Brazier, said: "I’m really excited to be joining the cast of EastEnders - so far it’s been perfect.

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.

Eastenders star Natalie Cassidy has said "‘it is what it is” as the soap has announced plans to axe four of its cast members. The 39 year old has played long-running character Sonia Fowler on the BBC One series since she was a child, having been written off and brought back on multiple times over the years, giving her reason to understand the dramatic move made by producers. Characters Stuart Highway (played by Ricky Champ), Peter Beale (Dayle Hudson), Jada Lennox (Kelsey Calladine-Smith) and Dana Monroe (Barbara Smith), will be exiting Albert Square in a plot line shake-up to the surprise fans.

It looks like EastEnders star Danielle Harold has been axed from the long-running soap after 11 years of playing Lola Pearce on and off. A source has told The Sun that the axing is part of a massive shake-up for the show, and 30 year old Danielle was said to be "teary" and "in pieces" after the shock firing, which she reportedly didn’t see coming. The source claimed that she had not expected to be given the chop as her character is popular with the show’s viewers.The insider also revealed that the show’s bosses are not planning for the character to return, which more than likely means that the character is set to be killed off.

Prince Charles and Camilla made their debut on hit BBC One soap EastEnders on Thursday 2 June. The Prince of Wales, 73, and Duchess of Cornwall, 74, starred as themselves and joined Albert Square's residents with a street party to celebrate the Queen 's Platinum Jubilee. To mark the special episode, the hit BBC One soap changed its iconic theme tune to celebrate Prince Charles and Camilla's debut, which was aired at the end of the episode.

EastEnders is set for exciting scenes as the hit BBC One soap will be changing its iconic theme tune to celebrate Prince Charles and Camilla's debut. The Prince of Wales, 73, and Duchess of Cornwall, 74, will star as themselves and join Albert Square's residents with a street party to celebrate the Queen 's Platinum Jubilee on Thursday 2 June.

The Prince of Wales and his wife the Duchess of Cornwall will join the cast of long-running TV soap EastEnders for a street party scene, to mark HM The Queen’s 70 years on the throne.