EastEnders fans, brace yourselves! A long-lost character is making a dramatic return to Albert Square after more than two decades. Vicki Fowler, last seen in 2004, is finally coming back—but this isn’t just a simple homecoming. Vicki’s return is set against a heartbreaking backdrop: she’s back for the funeral of her uncle, Martin Fowler, who tragically lost his life following the Queen Vic explosion.

However, Vicki isn’t returning alone. She arrives in Walford with her boyfriend, Ross, and their young son, Joel, shocking longtime residents, especially Sharon and Alfie. While Vicki was previously believed to be living in Australia, her sudden reappearance—with a new family in tow—raises plenty of questions. What has she been up to all these years? And what are her true intentions?

Ross, played by Alex Walkinshaw, is described as a hardworking, devoted family man who loves Vicki, but their relationship isn’t as perfect as it seems. Meanwhile, young Joel, portrayed by Max Murray, is set to become a key figure in upcoming storylines. The family’s arrival promises fresh tensions, conflicts, and surprises as they try to settle into life in Albert Square.

But Vicki’s return isn’t just about mourning her uncle. Rumors swirl that she has a hidden agenda—possibly revenge. As she represents her grieving mother, Michelle, old family feuds could be reignited, and the truth about why she left all those years ago may finally come to light. With secrets bubbling beneath the surface, Vicki’s reappearance is set to shake up Walford in ways no one expects. Will she and her new family find acceptance, or will their presence only fuel the fire of drama in the Square? One thing’s for sure—this is one EastEnders storyline fans won’t want to miss!