EastEnders: Vicki Fowler Leaves Man for Dead After Explosive Pub Clash and Shocking Kiss With Zack Hudson
EastEnders is set for an explosive week as Vicki Fowler (Alice Haig) spirals out of control following a harrowing few months — culminating in a violent accident that leaves one local fighting for his life and a forbidden kiss that could destroy her family ties.
Vicki’s Trauma Deepens After Joel’s Court Bombshell
Still reeling from her brutal attack at the hands of her stepson Joel Marshall (Max Murray), Vicki’s world is rocked again when she learns that Joel plans to plead not guilty to the assault.
The decision means she’ll have to face him in court, reigniting her trauma and triggering a downward spiral of anxiety and anger.
The pressure proves too much. Seeking comfort at The Vic’s quiz night, Vicki starts drinking heavily, unaware that the evening will soon descend into chaos.
Confrontation at The Vic Turns Deadly
During the event, Vicki becomes uneasy when she spots Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams) on a date with a man named Damon. Something about him doesn’t sit right, and when Vicki overhears a suspicious phone call, she jumps to the conclusion that he’s bad news.
“Vicki has had quite a bit to drink,” Alice Haig told the BBC. “She lets him know exactly what she thinks in front of everyone — and ends up humiliating herself and others in the process.”
Later, unable to let it go, Vicki follows Damon into the laundrette to confront him. The row quickly escalates, with Damon growing aggressive and Vicki panicking. In the heat of the moment, she pushes him away — sending him crashing to the floor, where he hits his head hard.
The silence that follows is chilling. Damon lies motionless, and Vicki’s face says it all: she’s gone too far.
Zack Rushes to the Rescue
Just as panic sets in, Zack Hudson (James Farrar) arrives at the scene and immediately steps in to help. His quick actions prevent further disaster — but for Vicki, the damage is done.
“This is massive for her,” Alice Haig explained. “After months of not being protected from Joel by her ex, Alex, having someone care for her and stand up for her is huge. It’s emotional, it’s confusing — and it leads to something unexpected.”
That “something” turns out to be passion.
A Forbidden Kiss and Family Fallout
Later that night, Vicki and Zack share an emotional heart-to-heart. The vulnerability between them turns into a moment of connection — and then a kiss.
But as they pull apart, they’re horrified to see Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) standing in the doorway, having witnessed everything.
Vicki and Zack’s bond is complicated by their shared connection to Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean) — their half-sister — making the kiss not just scandalous, but potentially explosive for the family.
“They don’t expect to end up kissing,” Alice teased. “And they certainly don’t expect Kathy to walk in and catch them. They try to brush it off as a moment of madness, but the spark between them is real.”
What Happens Next
With Damon’s fate hanging in the balance and Kathy now holding a dangerous secret, next week’s EastEnders promises fallout on all sides. Will Vicki face police questioning over the accident? And will her guilt push her even further away from the people trying to save her?
Whatever happens, it’s clear that Vicki’s pain, trauma, and impulsive decisions are about to tear through Walford — leaving a trail of heartbreak behind.