Reiss Colwell's Money Woes Put Comatose Wife in Danger on EastEnders

Financial Stress and Deception

Reiss Colwell, portrayed by Jonny Freeman, finds himself in a tough spot as his comatose wife Debbie's care fees pile up while he struggles to make ends meet. With the added pressure of funding IVF treatments with his partner Sonia, Reiss resorts to desperate measures to keep his head above water.

A Desperate Decision

As the burden of an £18,000 bill for Debbie's care fees looms over him, Reiss makes a risky choice to rent out a spare room behind Sonia's back. However, his attempt to generate cash leads to tensions in their relationship as his financial troubles escalate.

A Lifeline and Deception

Just when things seem dire, Sharon steps in to offer Reiss a chance to earn some extra money by chasing outstanding invoices. Despite resorting to creative accounting to make ends meet, Reiss finds himself lying to Sonia about his financial situation, raising the stakes of his deception.

What's Next for Reiss?

As Reiss grapples with the consequences of his actions, the question remains: will Sonia discover the truth about his latest deceit? With the pressure mounting and secrets unraveling, Reiss faces a precarious situation that could have far-reaching consequences for him and his loved ones.

Don't miss the drama unfold on EastEnders, airing on BBC One and available on BBC iPlayer.