EastEnders’ highly anticipated live episode left fans stunned,
not only due to the intense drama but also because of an unexpected and rather eyebrow-raising moment involving Lauren Branning.
Viewers were left gasping as they noticed what appeared to be an awkward
and questionable action from Lauren in the background while Sonia Fowler was giving birth amid the chaos of the Queen Vic wreckage.
The dramatic live episode, which aired as part of the BBC soap’s 40th-anniversary celebrations,
saw Sonia, played by Natalie Cassidy, going into labor inside the Queen Vic. Trapped alongside her were Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer)
and Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa), who were forced to assist her in delivering the baby. However, as the high-stakes scene played out, eagle-eyed fans couldn’t help but notice Lauren’s unusual reaction to a particular moment.
During the chaotic delivery, Bianca, in the heat of the moment, threw Sonia’s underwear behind her. To viewers’ shock, Lauren caught the garment and appeared to lift it towards her face. This unexpected action led to a flood of reactions from fans who took to social media to express their disbelief and amusement at what they had just witnessed.
Viewers React to Lauren’s ‘Rude’ Moment
Social media platforms were soon buzzing with reactions from amused and confused fans. Many took to X (formerly Twitter) to question whether they had truly seen what they thought they had.
One user wrote, “Still not over Lauren sniffing Sonia’s knickers tbh.” Another commented, “Did Lauren actually sniff Sonia’s knickers when Bianca passed them to her?”
Others found the moment so unexpected that they couldn’t help but laugh. “Why did Lauren sniff Sonia’s knickers?! What a scene!” a fan tweeted, while another posted, “Lauren nooo! Why did you sniff Sonia’s knickers??!!”
Jacqueline Jossa Addresses the Viral Moment
With speculation running wild, actress Jacqueline Jossa, who plays Lauren, quickly took to social media to set the record straight. Addressing the viral moment on TikTok, she clarified that she had not actually smelled Sonia’s underwear.
“Just to clarify, I didn’t sniff them!” she explained. “I was just checking what they were and lifting them into the shot, no sniffing! They usually hit me in the face, so I think I just lifted them up to make sure it was in the shot. This is amazing!”
Despite her explanation, fans continued to joke about the scene, with some saying that the bizarre moment added to the fun and unpredictability of a live episode.
Another Shocking Blunder During the Live Episode
The live episode was already packed with drama, but viewers also noticed another inconsistency. After Sonia successfully gave birth, fans were quick to point out that her newborn baby seemed to grow in size dramatically within a matter of minutes.
One fan tweeted, “Sonia’s baby has tripled in size within 5 mins… #EastEnders.” Another joked, “That baby grew faster than any character’s age gap in soap history!”
A Touching Tribute to EastEnders History
As Sonia cradled her baby, she revealed that she had named her Julia. This led to speculation among fans that the name was a tribute to Julia Smith, one of the original creators and producers of EastEnders. Adding to the emotional weight of the moment, the episode concluded with a special version of the iconic “Julia’s Theme” playing in the background.
A Farewell for Sonia?
The emotional highs and lows of the live episode coincided with the news that actress Natalie Cassidy, who has played Sonia for over a decade, is set to leave EastEnders.
In a heartfelt statement, she expressed her gratitude for her time on the show. “After another 11 solid years back on The Square, I have decided it’s time to move on to pastures new. EastEnders is in my bones, so I will never forget where I started my career, and I will continue to love the show.”
A Night to Remember
With an intense mix of high drama, unexpected viral moments, and emotional goodbyes, EastEnders’ 40th-anniversary live episode certainly gave fans plenty to talk about. Whether intentional or not, Lauren Branning’s infamous “knicker moment” will surely go down in soap history as one of the most bizarre and hilarious background blunders ever caught on live television.
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