EastEnders spoilers: Nigel dies, Grant Mitchell’s sad return and Ravi’s diagnosis
EastEnders spoilers have confirmed that Grant Mitchell makes his sad return to the BBC soap next week, as his pal and Walford icon Nigel Bates sadly passes away
EastEnders spoilers have confirmed that Grant Mitchell makes his sad return to the BBC soap(Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)
It’s a big week on EastEnders next week, as the time comes to say goodbye to Nigel Bates, and Grant Mitchell returns.
Ross Kemp reprises his role as Grant is reunited with his siblings Sam and Phil Mitchell, and his estranged son Mark Fowler Jr. It comes as sad news hits the loved ones of Nigel.
With his health deteriorating and him not having long left to live, a decision is made and Walford residents must say goodbye. Elsewhere, one character is given a diagnosis after their recent struggles with their mental health.
Cindy Beale is torn over whether she wants to make a go of things with Max Branning, but a moment with Linda Carter could help her to decide. It’s safe to say it’s a big week in Walford, with some exciting scenes ahead but also some sad moments on the way that will change Walford forever.
It’s a big week on EastEnders next week, as the time comes to say goodbye to Nigel Bates(Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)
The spoilers reveal that Grant speeds back into Walford after a year away, where he’s reunited with a shocked Mark and Sam. Soon, he’s told his brother Phil is struggling with Nigel deteriorating, with fears for Phil’s wellbeing.
Grant is angry that no one told him how unwell Nigel is though, while Phil is convinced his loved ones don’t need him as he isolates himself further. As Nigel gets worse and doctors warn there’s unlikely to be any improvement with his health, his wife Julie decides it’s time to make him comfortable, and to stop Nigel’s treatment.
Ross Kemp reprises his role as Grant is reunited with his siblings Sam and Phil Mitchell(Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)
Grant sits by Nigel’s bedside, where Nigel unexpectedly awakens and requests something from his past. Grant realises he needs to find Phil so they can both say goodbye to their friend.
As Grant heads off to locate Phil, the brothers have a heart-to-heart. As Julie warns Grant that Nigel hasn’t got long left, Grant is torn between seeing Nigel for the last time and helping Phil.
The spoilers reveal that Grant speeds back into Walford (Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)
Grant manages to get Phil to agree to visit Nigel, and soon after Nigel sadly passes away. Phil struggles with his grief, as Walford comes together to remember Nigel after learning of his death.
Elsewhere, Ravi remains in the mental health unit, where he is diagnosed with complex PTSD and begins therapy. Cindy finally agrees to a date with Max but has no intention of turning up, until a moment with Linda makes her jealous.
