Festive lights, dark shadows, and a chilling accusation—Zoe Slater’s nightmare deepens this December

Holiday Horror: Zoe’s Fear Takes Over

Christmas is anything but merry in EastEnders this year as Zoe Slater’s stalker torment spirals into full-blown paranoia and heartbreak. After months of ominous messages, disturbing whispers, and terrifying pranks, Zoe reaches her breaking point—and the consequences could fracture her family forever.

Her long-awaited return to the Square earlier this year has been clouded by escalating fear. And with December’s frost settling in, so too does a new wave of dread.

The stalker isn’t done. Not by a long shot.

The Queen Vic Sends a Message

As Walford prepares for the annual Christmas lights switch-on, tensions simmer behind the scenes. While Elaine Knight gives a heartfelt farewell speech for Freddie and Anna, Zoe’s attention is drawn elsewhere.

When the button is pressed and lights dazzle the crowd, a sinister message appears in the Queen Vic window—a warning meant for her eyes alone.

Zoe panics. And this time, she believes she knows exactly who’s behind the torment.

A Shocking Accusation—And Family Fallout

Convinced she’s uncovered the truth, Zoe rifles through Tommy Moon’s schoolbag and finds something that leads her to believe her younger brother is the stalker.

Her rage erupts. She confronts Kat and Alfie, accusing Tommy of orchestrating months of psychological torture.

But Tommy swears he’s innocent.

The scene is gut-wrenching. Kat is heartbroken. Alfie is stunned. And Zoe—lost in fear and pain—lashes out at them all. What if she’s wrong? And if so… then who really is behind this twisted campaign?

Banished from Home

After an explosive row that includes a clash with Vicki Fowler, Kat reaches her limit. With the house divided and emotions running high, she asks Zoe to leave.

Shocked and alone, Zoe has nowhere to turn—until Anthony Trueman steps in. He offers her a place to stay. But Anthony has secrets of his own, and the weight of his recent tension with Howie Dane begins to complicate things.

Zoe has escaped her family… but not her stalker.

A Shadow in the Night

Zoe finds unlikely support in her growing friendship with Lauren Branning. The two women bond over Zoe’s search for her long-lost son. For a brief moment, Zoe allows herself to feel understood—maybe even safe.

But the safety doesn’t last.

As they leave Lauren’s place, a dark figure watches from the shadows. Silent. Patient. Close.

Zoe doesn’t see them—but the viewers do.

Who’s Really Behind the Torment?

Speculation is mounting fast. Jean Slater? Sam Mitchell? Tommy? Or someone new, lurking in the background with a vendetta no one saw coming?

Zoe is isolated, emotionally raw, and more vulnerable than ever. And as Christmas approaches, it’s clear this stalker has no intention of stopping. In fact—they may be just getting started.