Cast Confirms Positive Turn for the Show

EastEnders actors have shared their excitement about major storylines coming up, telling The Mirror that the BBC soap is in a “good place” following recent ups and downs.

Scott Maslen (Jack Branning) and Delroy Atkinson (Howie Danes) spoke exclusively about the show’s current trajectory during the National Television Awards, hinting at epic scenes ahead.

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Scott and Delroy on the Show’s Upswing

Scott acknowledged the challenges the cast and crew have faced but emphasized the collaborative energy driving the soap forward.

“Listen, with EastEnders, we’re in a good place and it’s taken a while to get here,” he said. “We’ve had ups and downs, but we’ve got a fantastic group of people working together. Not just the actors—it’s everybody. We’ve found a little alchemy and are just reaping the rewards.”

Delroy added, “The trajectory is upwards. There are good times ahead,” while Scott agreed, calling it a “really positive time for every family in the show.” When asked if anything could happen, Delroy replied, “Well, absolutely!”

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Michelle Ryan Returns With Promises of Twists

Zoe Slater actress Michelle Ryan, returning after 20 years, also teased major developments. She called her comeback “a great time” and hinted at shocking storylines following the Max twist.

“It feels like the right time to be back. Timing is everything in life,” she said. “There’s more to come. The scripts are thrilling, and that’s what keeps everyone interested. Fans are in for a lot of excitement.”

Michelle also shut down rumours about the father of Zoe’s twins, teasing that viewers have yet to uncover the truth. “They’re all wrong. Sorry, I’m just going to quickly say, if you’re putting bets on it, I’m letting you know!”

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What Fans Can Expect

With returning characters, shocking twists, and intense storylines on the horizon, EastEnders is set for a season full of drama. Viewers will need to tune in to Albert Square to see how these upcoming plotlines unfold.