Jonno’s Cruel Last Words

EastEnders delivered an emotional gut punch as Johnny Carter finally revealed the truth he’s been hiding since Jonno Highway’s death. A few weeks ago, viewers watched Jonno collapse in Johnny’s flat. As Callum rushed to get help, Jonno used his final breath not for reconciliation but to twist the knife—telling Johnny he was “ashamed” of his own son.

But instead of breaking Callum’s heart, Johnny chose to protect him. He told Callum that Jonno’s dying words were filled with love. Since then, Callum has been struggling to arrange the perfect funeral for a father no one else wants to honor, believing it was his last chance to do right by him.

Johnny’s Confession to Elaine

Tonight, the weight of the lie proved too heavy. At The Albert, Johnny broke down in front of his grandmother Elaine Peacock.

“It’s Callum,” he admitted. “He’s really struggling with the funeral. And it’s because I lied to him. I told him his dad said he loved him when he was dying. I just wanted to tell him something he wanted to hear.”

Elaine tried to reassure him, insisting his choice came from love. “That boy grew up with a brute of a father. You gave him a bit of light to make his past seem brighter. That is an act of love.”

Still, Johnny’s guilt leaves one burning question: should he confess to Callum before the truth destroys them both?

Ben and Stuart’s Return Looms

The storyline is set to collide with two long-anticipated returns. Ben Mitchell (Max Bowden) and Stuart Highway (Ricky Champ) will both return for Jonno’s funeral later this autumn.

Ben, last seen in early 2024 when he was arrested for international crimes, will be released on day release for the service. Stuart, who left in 2022 with Rainie Cross and their son Roland, will also come back for the emotional farewell.

With the funeral edging closer, secrets and lies are bound to explode, and Callum may finally learn what his father’s last words truly were.

A Shocking Cliffhanger Elsewhere in Walford

While Johnny wrestled with guilt, the soap delivered another surprise twist. In The Vic, Peter stunned Lauren with an impromptu wedding proposal—complete with a white dress and an entire wedding setup waiting in the pub.

As Lauren stood in shock, one question lingered: will she say yes? And with Max Branning confirmed to return this week, how will his arrival shake the already fragile Carter and Branning families?