10 Huge EastEnders Spoilers: Next Week in Walford Revealed!

Get ready for an explosive week in Walford, as secrets unravel, shocking alliances form, and classic characters face their toughest challenges yet! Here’s a sneak peek at the biggest moments coming to Albert Square.

1. Nigel Injures Phil in Dementia Crisis

Phil Mitchell’s struggles as Nigel’s carer reach a dangerous peak. Concerned when he sees Nigel barefoot outside, Phil later finds him causing chaos in the kitchen. The situation escalates into a terrifying fight over a pan of boiling water, leaving Phil injured. Kat discovers Phil’s injury and urges him to confront Nigel’s dementia and admit he’s out of his depth. Despite Kat’s advice for extra support, Phil stubbornly refuses, setting the stage for further turmoil.

2. Elaine and George Clash: A Claim on The Vic?

Yolande secretly plans a surprise 85th birthday party for Patrick at The Vic. While Linda is swamped, Elaine overrides her and agrees to host. However, Elaine soon abandons Linda behind the bar again. George steps in to help, enraging Elaine when she sees them working together. It’s clear there’s no hope for a reunion between Elaine and George, and in a shocking twist, George warns Elaine that his solicitor believes he has a claim on The Vic!

3. Nicola’s Christmas Meltdown Destroys the Mitchells

Nicola and Teddy are worried about Barney after he fails a chemistry exam due to stress. To cheer him up, Nicola revives their quirky “half Christmas” tradition in June. But Harry, still furious with Nicola, intentionally invites Zach to the party. As Nicola decorates, Teddy delivers some harsh truths, leading Nicola to trash the living room just as Barney and Harry arrive home. Chaos ensues as Zach’s arrival sparks a major confrontation. Nicola kicks Zach out, humiliating Barney. Teddy follows the upset teen and in a heartfelt chat, promises to support Barney if he wants a relationship with his biological father. Later, Nicola tries to mend fences with Barney over a meal, but another run-in with Zach reignites the tension. The evening takes an unexpected turn when Nicola and George Knight bond over their relationship woes. Could this be the start of a scandalous new romance?

4. Denzel Shuts Out Joel, Joel Causes Trouble

Denzel agrees to babysit the younger kids during Patrick’s party, inviting Tommy over. Joel, hoping to get closer to Amy, tries to get an invite but Denzel makes it clear he’s not welcome. Amy later dismisses Joel’s flirting attempts. Later, Joel manages to sneak into Denzel’s gathering with alcohol. The two teens head to The Vic, where Elaine, carried away by the party spirit, gives them punch. Denzel and Joel secretly steal entire jugs of punch, only to be horrified when Raymond, Bert, and Ernie drink the alcohol. The next day, Linda is horrified, and worried mothers Denise and Cat discover Elaine served the underage teens alcohol. Will Elaine face serious consequences?

5. Jean Questions Cat’s Loyalty

Cat is hurt by Alfie’s silence while he’s away, but Jean remains unforgiving of Cat going into business with Kathy and Harvey. Relations worsen when Jean questions Cat’s increasing time with Phil. Cat insists she’s only worried about him as a friend. While Yolande organizes Patrick’s party, Jean distracts him and confides in him about her feud with Cat. Patrick encourages her to make amends, but will Jean take his advice?

6. Nigel Upsets Lexi, Phil Struggles

Nigel offers to help Lexi with her homework, but he struggles when they discuss the past. Phil arrives home to find Nigel has confused Lexi with his daughter, Clare. As Phil tries to calm the situation, Cat reiterates that he needs to accept help. Later, Denise reminds Phil to look after himself too. Will Phil finally listen to the pleas of his ex-partners?

7. Elaine Causes Underage Drinking Carnage

Elaine’s extravagant party for Patrick is a hit, much to the Truman Fox women’s chagrin. Meanwhile, Denzel hosts a movie night for the younger kids at home, but Joel sneaks in with alcohol. Later, at The Vic, Elaine, caught up in the festivities, serves Denzel and Joel punch. The teens secretly steal jugs of it, only to discover that Raymond, Bert, and Ernie have consumed the alcohol. The next day, Linda is horrified, and Denise and Cat discover Elaine’s recklessness, leading to questions about her accountability.

8. Vicki Gets Suspicious, Murder Cover-Up at Risk

Felix wants Bernie’s approval of his partner, Johnny, unaware that Johnny helped cover up Keanu’s murder. Denise is terrified that if Bernie doesn’t approve of Johnny, the shocking past might resurface. Elsewhere, Vicki uncovers strange invoices while checking the Panesar family’s business accounts. She raises her concerns with Bernie, but they’re quickly dismissed.

9. Teddy Compromises, Nicola Bonds with George

After her living room meltdown, Nicola welcomes guests to her “half Christmas” party. The event takes a dramatic turn when Zach arrives. Harry smugly watches as Nicola kicks Zach out, and Teddy rushes after an upset Barney. In a crucial conversation, Teddy tells Barney he won’t stand in his way if he wants to get to know his biological dad. Later, Nicola’s meal with Barney is interrupted by Zach, causing more drama. That evening, Nicola and George Knight bond over their relationship breakdowns. Is this the start of a controversial new romance in Walford?

10. Bernie Faces Questions as Vicki Digs Deeper

While Ravi shows off his new car to Priya, Vicki remains troubled by the strange invoices. She flags them with Bernie again, to no avail. Ross suggests she speak to Ravi instead. Ravi knows nothing about the invoices, and Vicki’s persistence makes him suspicious. As a result, Ravi and Suki confront Bernie about the strange invoices. Will they uncover the truth about her involvement?

Cat’s Chilling Discovery: Tommy’s Dangerous Friendship

Cat Moon makes a chilling discovery about her son, Tommy. He’s become dangerously entwined with newcomer Joel Marshall, who arrived from Australia with a dark secret: he’d upskirted a pupil and his family paid $50,000 for their silence. Joel has shown no signs of changing, recording himself with Avani Nandra, introducing Tommy to pornography, and showing him videos with derogatory views on women. Cat and Alfie uncovered sexually explicit videos on the family laptop, prompting Tommy to try and avoid Joel. He fakes illness to skip school, only for Joel to show up pretending to be a study partner. While Cat is at work, Joel resumes watching “dodgy videos,” insults his mother, and expresses feeling unwanted. During a tube ride, Joel commits another sex offense on a fellow passenger.

Tommy rushes home, unwilling to confide in Cat. Cat encourages him to open up, but a disparaging comment from Tommy about women sparks her suspicion. His silence when asked about Joel confirms her worst fears. Cat tries to reach Alfie, who is nowhere to be found. Tommy uses a tracker on Alfie’s phone, leading Cat to a flat. Unbeknownst to her, her estranged daughter, Zoe Slater, is inside.

Zoe Slater’s Shocking Return and Hasty Exit

Zoe Slater made a long-awaited return after two decades, only to make a hasty departure, claiming she’d done something so bad she had to disappear for good. She appeared to be in a bad place, staying with Stacy Slater and prompting Alfie Moon to get involved. Zoe urged Alfie to keep her presence a secret from Cat. When Cat showed up, Zoe was forced to hide and then made an escape, determined to avoid her estranged mother. Cat’s suspicions were raised, but Stacy and Alfie managed to cover their tracks. The big question is: what is so bad that Zoe has to flee once more? Is this truly her exit?

Good news for fans: Michelle Ryan’s exit is only temporary! Metro understands that Zoe will return to screens later this year in a more regular capacity. Zoe, one of EastEnders’ most iconic characters, was central to much of the drama between 2000 and 2005, known for storylines like covering up Den Watts’ murder, her affair with him, and her relationship with Dennis Rickman. She is most famously remembered for the iconic “You ain’t my mother!” to which Cat replied, “Yes I am!” Hopefully, we’ll see more legendary moments when Zoe returns and reunites with Cat.

Former EastEnders Star Announces Engagement!

Former EastEnders star Gurlaine Kaur Garcha, who played Ash Panesar from 2019-2023, has announced her engagement! Gurlaine updated her Instagram to reveal that her partner, Max, proposed. The picture shows Gurlaine sipping a drink in Ibiza, Spain, with her engagement ring shining. Many of her EastEnders co-stars, including Shiv Jalota (Vinnie) and Balvinder Sopal (Suki), congratulated her. Ash’s final scenes aired after she was offered a job in Canada, which she accepted despite Nish’s fury. Suki used reverse psychology to push Ash towards the decision, making Nish furious. Ash seemingly caught on to his controlling behavior and asked him to give Suki a project of her own.