The Latest Breaking News from Kieron McCarron

Ash Panesar to return to EastEnders

She will be played by actress Sakira Vel, having last appeared in the soap three years ago.

Evening Standard · Sep 6

EastEnders viewers in tears as Phil Mitchell says goodbye to best friend in emotional death scene

Fans praised actors Steve McFadden, Karen Henthorn and Paul Bradley for their parts in the ‘heartbreaking’ scene

The Independent UK · Apr 29

Confrontation at Queen Vic pub turns deadly in EastEnders Christmas special

The cause of the apparent death remains unclear.

Evening Standard · Dec 25, 2025

James Bye lands huge new role just days after EastEnders exit — and it might surprise you

James Bye's next role is worlds away from EastEnders' Martin Fowler

WhatToWatch · Feb 24, 2025

EastEnders tonight reveals aftermath of Martin's tragic death — but there's a twist!

EastEnders sees Martin's friends and family struggling after last week's tragedy, while another family falls apart.

WhatToWatch · Feb 24, 2025

Jaime Winstone: Reprising Peggy Mitchell role in EastEnders was ‘overwhelming’

The actress is returning to the role as part of a mental health storyline on the BBC soap.

Evening Standard · Feb 9, 2025

Ross Kemp to return to EastEnders as Grant Mitchell for soap’s 40th anniversary

Kemp last appeared in the show in 2016 as part of Dame Barbara Windsor’s exit storyline as Peggy Mitchell.

Evening Standard · Jan 1, 2025

Cindy Beale is ‘a woman on the edge’ in EastEnders special – Michelle Collins

Collins, who plays the chaotic character, said the festive episode looked like ‘a proper movie’.

Evening Standard · Dec 25, 2024

Nigel Bates returns to EastEnders for first time in 26 years

The BBC said the character will be reunited with childhood best friend Phil Mitchell on Christmas Day.

Evening Standard · Dec 24, 2024

Strictly’s inaugural icons week to honour Taylor Swift and Beyonce

During the results show, the professional dancers will perform a Beyonce medley.

Evening Standard · Nov 2, 2024