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EastEnders Cast: Who is Joining, Leaving and Returning to the Soap?
As 2025 unfolds, EastEnders continues to captivate audiences, especially as the iconic soap celebrates its 40th anniversary. This year promises to shake up the cast with a host of departures, returns, and exciting new entries that could reshape the Walford landscape.
Departures in 2025
- Felix Baker (Matthew Morrison)
The character Felix Baker, known for his impactful portrayal of a drag queen, will be leaving EastEnders mid-2025. Despite being introduced in 2022, Felix hasn’t been part of any significant storyline recently, making his exit a natural development in the narrative. - Bernadette Taylor (Clair Norris)
Clair Norris announces her departure later this year. Her character’s plot has been focused on her gaining legal control over the inheritance left by the late Nish Panesar, giving her an engaging storyline leading to her exit. - Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner)
Lacey Turner, who has brought Stacey Slater to life since 2004, is taking a break from the show. Viewers can anticipate an intriguing storyline surrounding her departure, ensuring her exit is dramatic and memorable. - Freddie Slater (Bobby Brazier)
Bobby Brazier will also bid farewell to EastEnders in 2025 after three impactful years filled with family drama and significant storylines centered on his character’s evolution.
Returning Characters
- Max Branning (Jake Wood)
After much speculation, it appears that Jake Wood is set to reprise his role as Max Branning. His anticipated return has fans buzzing, hinting at new plot twists and developments that could breathe fresh life into the show. - Ben Mitchell (Max Bowden)
Max Bowden is rumored to make a brief return to Walford as Ben Mitchell. His character has been absent since early 2024, and his reappearance is expected to bring emotional family dynamics back to the forefront of the show.
Future Cast Movements
In addition to confirmed departures and returns, there are whispers of other familiar faces making their way back to EastEnders. Shirley Carter, for instance, could be returning after a surprise exit in 2022, although the timeline for her comeback remains unclear.
As these characters exit or make their much-anticipated returns, the current regular cast continues to play a crucial role in maintaining the show’s dynamic. Notable regulars include Gillian Taylforth as Kathy Cotton, Letitia Dean as Sharon Watts, and Steve McFadden as Phil Mitchell, among many others. This evolving ensemble of characters is integral to EastEnders’ ongoing success.
With these cast changes on the horizon, EastEnders is poised to deliver the thrilling drama, intrigue, and emotionally charged storylines that fans have come to expect over the years. The show airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30 pm on BBC One and is available for streaming on BBC iPlayer. For the latest updates and news, make sure to stay tuned to official announcements and sources.
