• 2027: The Questions

    New Year’s Day gave us a flashforward episode so packed with chaos, clues and cryptic stares that even Sharon Watts would’ve needed a stiff drink to process it. Before we catch up to that fateful night in 2027, there are some very big questions Walford needs to answer — and…

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  • Gloria Knight

    Gloria Knight brought with her a whirlwind of secrets and a touch of old-world charm when she arrived in early 2024. As the adoptive mother of George Knight and the wife of Eddie Knight, Gloria’s arrival in Walford was anything but quiet. Her past, filled with heartache and resilience had…

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  • Habiba Ahmed

    Habiba Ahmed brought with her a mix of charm, mischief, and a knack for stirring the pot. As the vivacious sister of Iqra Ahmed, Habiba was marked by their determination to take over their uncle Masood’s restaurant, Walford East. Little did they know, Masood had plans to jet off to…

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  • Iqra Ahmed

    As the elder sister of Habiba Ahmed, Iqra quickly established herself as a no-nonsense, bold, and intelligent individual, clearly the one in charge. She began by taking over the local restaurant with Habiba and exposing the deceitful Adam Bateman, who was cheating on Honey with her sister. Iqra believed in…

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  • Hayley Slater

    As a member of the infamous Slater clan, Hayley was never going to have a quiet life in Walford. From the moment she arrived, she made it clear that she was not one to be trifled with, whether it was by stirring up trouble or by her no-nonsense attitude. Her…

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  • Dotty Cotton

    Dotty Cotton, or Kirsty Dorothy Cotton to use her full name, is like a dark cloud suddenly appearing during a sunny spell. As the daughter of the infamous Nick Cotton and granddaughter of the beloved Dot Branning, Dotty’s life was destined to be anything but ordinary. Indeed, even at a…

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  • Barry Clark

    Barry Clark’s family were known to be thugs and bullies, so it wouldn’t surprise anyone to learn that Barry left home young and moved to Walford simply so he could be apologetically himself. Out and proud, Barry didn’t really care who knew – it was his life. Colin was a…

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  • Dot Branning

    Dot Branning, is a name synonymous with the heart and soul of Albert Square. Known for her devout Christian faith, Dot’s life has been a tapestry of trials and tribulations, often punctuated by her sharp wit and unwavering moral compass. Her journey through the streets of Walford is a testament…

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  • Disa O’Brien

    A tough, streetwise teenager from Wearside, Disa saved Diane Butcher’s life. While living rough on the streets, Diane was unprepared for life alone. Disa, having run away from home herself, was also living on the streets, where she resorted to begging and selling her body to survive.

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  • Dennis Rickman Jr.

    Dennis was a miracle. After years of thinking she couldn’t have children, Sharon was surprised to discover that her and husband Dennis Rickman were expecting Christmas Day 2005.

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  • Daniel Cook

    As first impressions go, Daniel Cook made a bad one. He was a cancer patient (so you could understand why he was grumpy as heck) and he didn’t care who heard him complain. He was offensive and abrasive, but had a ‘seize the moment’ attitude to life, even when dying.…

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