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Walford is preparing for a turbulent Christmas. Phil Mitchell faces challenges with his new responsibility for Nigel Bates, who has dementia, while his son Ben’s return and husband Callum’s affair add to his stress. Meanwhile, Zoe Slater has delivered an explosive revelation to Sharon Watts—her late husband Dennis Rickman is the father of Zoe’s twins. A new character named Jasmine has also arrived, creating immediate friction with Elaine Knight and attracting the attention of Oscar Branning, while her mysterious past fuels speculation among viewers.
Phil Mitchell’s Ongoing Struggle
EastEnders veteran Phil Mitchell, played by Steve McFadden, is facing yet another tumultuous holiday season. After a difficult Christmas in 2024, his responsibilities have grown with his care for Nigel Bates, who is battling dementia. Despite recent rumors of his departure, McFadden confirmed he’s “not going anywhere just yet,” stating his NTA acceptance speech was simply “raw emotion.”
Adding to Phil’s stress is his son Ben’s brief return and the potential for Phil to discover that Ben’s husband, Callum Highway, is having a secret affair with Johnny Carter. Phil also recently had a strained exchange with Sharon Watts, who still carries guilt over her past betrayal with his brother Grant.
Zoe Slater’s Earth-Shattering Revelation
The biggest bombshell comes from Zoe Slater. After calling a truce with Sharon, a confrontation escalated into a physical clash between Zoe and Vicki Fowler. Seeking comfort from her ex, Anthony Truman, Zoe confided in him about giving up a son at birth and her desire to find him.
Later, in a heated confrontation with Sharon, Zoe dropped an “earth-shattering” revelation to get money for her search: Sharon’s late husband, Dennis Rickman, is the father of her twins. This revelation, which is plausible given the timeline of Dennis’s death and Zoe’s birth in 2006, serves as a major betrayal and a weaponization of Sharon’s late husband’s memory against her.
Jasmine: A Mysterious Newcomer
Walford has a new face in town—Jasmine, played by actress Indiana Donaldson Wholess. Her arrival has already stirred up trouble. She quickly secured a job at The Albert, impressing co-manager Cindy Beale, but immediately clashed with bar manager Elaine Knight, who “didn’t trust the newcomer.”
On the romantic front, Oscar Branning has set his sights on Jasmine despite warnings from Cindy. He has already attempted to impress her by swiping clothes from the market. Viewers are already convinced there is more to Jasmine, speculating about a “secret past” or a connection to one of the square’s established families.