EastEnders Fan Theory: Has Anthony Already Found Zoe’s Missing Son?
EastEnders fans are convinced a major twist is on the horizon — and it could change Zoe Slater’s storyline forever. A bold new fan theory suggests that Anthony Trueman has already found Zoe’s missing son… and may even be hiding him.
The Search That’s Tearing Zoe Apart
Since her dramatic return to Walford, Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan) has been consumed by one goal — finding her long-lost son. The mystery has sparked endless questions. Who is the father of her twins? Is her daughter truly dead? And why does Anthony keep turning up at all the wrong moments?
This week, fans were left suspicious after Anthony was caught lurking in The Queen Vic after closing time. Combined with his evasive behavior and cryptic comments, viewers believe the smooth-talking doctor is hiding far more than he admits.
“Anthony Already Has the Kid” – The Fan Theory Taking Over
On Reddit and X (formerly Twitter), viewers have been piecing together clues, leading to one explosive theory: Anthony has already located Zoe’s son — and could even be raising him.
One fan wrote, “What if Anthony is the dad, but he already has the kid and is making Zoe seem crazy to stop her searching?” Another added, “It would make perfect sense if Anthony took over care of the child from birth and is now gaslighting Zoe to protect his secret.”
A third speculated, “Could Anthony and his wife have adopted Zoe’s son? It’s a stretch, but EastEnders loves an interwoven plot twist.”
The theory hinges on the idea that Zoe might be lying when she told Anthony he wasn’t the father — and given her recent erratic behaviour, that’s not such a far-fetched idea.
Lies, Secrets, and Shattered Photos
Upcoming spoilers suggest that both Zoe and Anthony have more secrets to keep. In the aftermath of Zoe’s supposed barrel store attack, the Slaters are horrified when more family photos are found smashed and defaced.
Desperate to help, Kat (Jessie Wallace) tries to sell her share of the limo business to pitch in financially, while Alfie (Shane Richie) begins to suspect Zoe isn’t being honest. When pressed, Zoe finally admits that she destroyed the photos herself — a shocking confession that casts even more doubt on her version of events.
Meanwhile, Anthony raises eyebrows when Kim (Tameka Empson) and Patrick (Rudolph Walker) catch him making a string of secret phone calls. He brushes off their questions, claiming he’s accepted a new job at the local surgery. But soon after, he makes another furtive call — and the audience learns he’s hiding something far more serious.
What Is Anthony’s Endgame?
If fan theories are right, Anthony’s calm exterior could soon crack. Has he really been protecting Zoe’s son all along? Or is he manipulating her for his own reasons?
Whatever the truth, one thing’s certain — EastEnders is gearing up for another explosive reveal, and it may just shatter the fragile peace in the Slater family for good.