Stalker's secret accomplice
Stacey Slater (played by Lacey Turner) has been under intense pressure due to the actions of Theo Hawthorne, who has developed an unhealthy obsession with her. As Stacey tries to get a Stalking Protection Order against Theo, she discovers that he has been playing mind games by pretending to be her on social media. Suspicion arises that someone close to Stacey, possibly her love rival Ruby Allen, is working with Theo and feeding him information about her past. Viewers are left wondering if Stacey's explosive temper will get the best of her.
Insurance scam in the works
Kathy Cotton finds herself in a financial predicament after paying off her husband Rocky's ex-wife. Desperate for a fresh start, Kathy agrees to sell off the chippy, but her son Ian intervenes. Distracted by her money woes, Kathy and Rocky's relationship suffers. In an attempt to woo Kathy, Rocky sets up a romantic picnic but they end up arguing over money. Viewers speculate if Rocky's upcoming exit from the show will involve him resorting to his old con man ways, potentially carrying out a shocking insurance scam by setting fire to Kathy's café.
Gina's secret boyfriend revealed
Gina Knight mentions having a boyfriend in Marbella, which raises questions among fans due to a continuity error. Some viewers theorize that her secret boyfriend could be Dean Wicks, the villain who raped Linda Carter in 2014. Dean left the Square in 2016, but was mentioned earlier this year as spending time with his mother Shirley Carter. With Linda Henry reprising her role as Shirley, speculation arises that Dean might make a return to Walford to win back Gina. Dean is also listed as a potential victim in the upcoming murder mystery storyline, adding to the excitement for fans.
EastEnders airs from Monday to Thursday at 7.30pm on BBC One.