EastEnders is on the verge of a major turning point as George Knight (Colin Salmon) makes a surprising announcement, leaving Nicola Mitchell (Laura Doddington) completely shocked. After a tumultuous year, will 2026 bring a fresh start for George or just another series of tragedies?

A Dark Past and a Troubled Relationship

The year 2025 begins bleakly for George Knight. After discovering his ex-wife Cindy Beale (Michelle Collins) is having an affair with Junior Knight (Micah Balfour) and a near-fatal attack on her, George’s life takes a turn for the worse as he faces the breakdown of his marriage to Elaine Peacock (Harriet Thorpe).

However, when he begins a relationship with Nicola Mitchell, life seems to improve. But things take a turn for the worse once again when Kojo Asare (Dayo Koleosho), George’s brother, is manipulated by Tobias ‘Okie’ Okyere (Aayan Ibikunle Shoderu) in a drug trafficking scheme orchestrated by Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara).

George and Nicola: Another Chance at Love

Although their relationship faced difficulties after Nicola discovered she was pregnant and George couldn’t believe it, he eventually came to terms with the truth and decided to start over with Nicola. Together, they weathered the shock of Harry Mitchell’s (Elijah Holloway) poisoning, decided to keep the baby, and the family seemed poised for a new chapter.

Nicola and the Revenge: The Plan to Boycott Ravi

But Nicola continues her fight against Ravi – the man who caused her family so much pain. This week, Nicola’s revenge plan succeeds when she gives Ravi a poisoned drink, forcing him to experience what Harry suffered when Okie deceived and abandoned him.

George Makes New Statement: Walford East Will Be Under British Ownership

While everything around George’s family is still in turmoil, George Knight delivers a surprising piece of news: he will be buying Walford East. With a child on the way, 2026 could be the perfect opportunity for George to start anew with a new business venture. Will he be able to weather life’s storms and have a hopeful 2026?

A New Year: Will George’s Life Really Get Better?

Although George has reason to hope for a brighter new year with a baby and a new business opportunity, his relationship with Nicola will still be deeply affected by his revenge war with Ravi. Will 2026 be a memorable new year, or will George continue to wallow in the regrets of the past?