EastEnders is gearing up for a dramatic week that promises to feel like “classic Walford.” Lacey Turner has confirmed her character, Stacey Slater, will be bowing out in a set of episodes packed with fiery Slater drama, shock returns, and family confrontations.

Stacey Slater’s Big Move

After a turbulent year, Stacey prepares to leave Walford for a fresh start in Brazil. Invited by her brother Sean, the move feels like the escape she desperately needs. “She’s been through so much and losing Martin has been so hard for her,” Turner explained. “Walking past his stall every day is too much. Brazil seems far, but I guess that’s what she needs.”

But in true EastEnders fashion, Stacey’s exit won’t come without major complications.

Max Branning’s Return

During her farewell drinks at the Vic, Stacey gets the shock of her life when Max Branning unexpectedly returns. His reappearance shakes her resolve, leaving her questioning her decision.

“Max has always had this hold over Stacey that she has no control over,” Turner teased. “I don’t know what it is about those two, but they’re always drawn together.”

Though tempted, Stacey ultimately decides to go through with her move. Before boarding her flight, she makes it clear to Max—she wants nothing to do with him.

Zoe Slater Sparks More Drama

Just as Stacey prepares to leave, she discovers a betrayal that could reignite old Slater rivalries. Max is caught kissing her cousin Zoe, who secretly hooked up with him earlier in the year.

The explosive revelation sets the stage for yet another Slater showdown. “I love Zoe and Stacey together,” Turner shared. “When they were younger, all they did was argue and wind each other up, and that hasn’t changed! The week is typical old-school EastEnders, full of Slater drama.”

A Classic EastEnders Farewell

From Stacey’s heartbreak to Max’s chaos and the Slaters’ inevitable clashes, the week ahead is set to bring back the raw, emotional energy that longtime fans love. Turner’s exit promises not just a goodbye, but a reminder of why the Slaters remain one of the most explosive families in soap history.