5 EastEnders spoilers for next week: Libby Fox returns as Denise finally reveals her illness to her family
Radio Times reported that newcomer Sheila arrives, Ian worries for his future and Vinny makes a bold move.
Radio Times reported that one of the biggest mysteries to emerge from January’s flash-forward episode was the surprise return of Libby Fox (Belinda Owusu) after 9 years away.
Radio Times reported that eastEnders is finally beginning to solve some of those puzzles, and we now know the circumstances surrounding her comeback – mum Denise (Diane Parish) has an aggressive form of leukaemia.
Radio Times reported that libby heads back to Albert Square next week to reunite with sister Chelsea (Zaraah Abrahams), and to convince Denise to undergo treatment.
Radio Times reported that she also dives into a new story involving Gray Atkins's (Toby Alexander-Smith) grandmother Sheila (Sheila Ruskin).
Radio Times reported that elsewhere, there's drama for Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt) when he drops his legal representation, Bea Pollard (Ronni Ancona) is up to mischief again and Vinny Panesar (Shiv Jalota) tries to cement his future with Penny Branning (Kitty Castledine).
Radio Times reported that here's everything happening in EastEnders between Monday, 15 and Thursday, 18 June.
Radio Times reported that 5 EastEnders spoilers for next week
Radio Times reported that 1. Libby Fox returns as mum Denise discloses her blood cancer diagnosis
Radio Times reported that denise continues to dodge calls from Walford General, insisting she’ll deal with her diagnosis in her own time. Concerned for her wellbeing, Jack Branning (Scott Maslen) opens up to Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden), and the pair begin discussing how they can attempt a breakthrough.
Radio Times reported that as the Fox-Truemans pull together to support Chelsea and Jordan Fox (Jahsaiah Williams), Denise is momentarily distracted by sister Kim Fox's (Tameka Empson) engagement ring. The revelation of Kim and Howie Danes's (Delroy Atkinson) happy news gives the family a reason to celebrate, with plans made for a gathering at The Vic.
Radio Times reported that but while everyone else is in good spirits, Chelsea can’t help noticing that Denise has zoned out.
Radio Times reported that she's later blindsided when Phil arrives and makes it clear that he knows about her leukaemia diagnosis. Furious that the secret has spread, she orders him out despite his attempts to help.
Radio Times reported that that evening’s celebrations take an emotional turn when Jack and Phil arrive at The Vic. Terrified they might expose the truth, Denise struggles to keep her composure.
Radio Times reported that kim’s heartfelt speech proves too much, and she flees to the toilets with Chelsea following close behind. Though she initially refuses to confide in her daughter, Denise eventually returns to the pub and finally shares her devastating news to everyone.
Radio Times reported that having finally spoken out, Denise heads home and attempts to steady herself before making the call she has been avoiding from the hospital. As the shockwaves spread through the family, Kim is stunned to discover that Yolande Trueman (Angela Wynter) already knew what was going on, while Chelsea reaches out to Libby.
Radio Times reported that with Denise facing spending the next month on a hospital ward, the family vow to keep things together while she focuses on getting better. Meanwhile, Jack seeks support from brother Max Branning (Jake Wood).
Radio Times reported that the next day, after nine years away, Libby returns to Walford to stand by her mum’s side. While old tensions resurface with Chelsea, the sisters ultimately share a touching moment of unity.
Radio Times reported that at the hospital, Denise begins treatment with one goal in mind – securing her future with her family.
Radio Times reported that before things get underway, Denise asks both Libby and Chelsea to promise they’ll look after one another. The sisters agree, and also decide to be tested as potential bone marrow donors.
Radio Times reported that 2. Chelsea Fox meets up with Gray Atkins's grandmother Sheila
Radio Times reported that chelsea reveals that Gray’s grandmother, Sheila, has been sending cheques to help out with Jordan's care, though she has never cashed them.
Radio Times reported that determined to find another way forward, Libby secretly attempts to contact Sheila herself.
Radio Times reported that later, at The Vic, Libby receives a text from Sheila and tries to keep it under wraps, though discovers what’s going on and tensions quickly flare.
Radio Times reported that chelsea later confides in Eve about her worries for Jordan’s future following his spinal surgery. After some soul-searching, she and Libby manage to put their differences aside, and Chelsea finally agrees to contact Sheila directly.
Radio Times reported that the sisters nervously arrange to meet her at Knight Fusion, and keen to understand exactly where she stands, Chelsea questions her about Gray. She's relieved to learn that Sheila no longer has any relationship with him.
Radio Times reported that wanting to help her great-grandson, Sheila offers her financial support again. Chelsea initially accepts the gesture, but guilt soon takes hold and she ultimately decides to return the money.
Radio Times reported that 3. Ian Beale drops Johnny Carter's legal representation
Radio Times reported that kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) does her best to support Ian as pressure continues to mount following Jordan's accident.
Radio Times reported that convinced that his future could hinge on every legal decision, Ian loses patience with Johnny Carter (Charlie Suff) and dismisses him over what he sees as a lack of commitment to the case. Determined not to leave anything to chance, he then begins searching for new representation.
Radio Times reported that with the stakes higher than ever, Ian turns to Kathy and asks for financial help so he can secure the services of a leading solicitor.
Radio Times reported that 4. Bea Pollard begins to meddle again
Radio Times reported that honey Mitchell (Emma Barton) finally feels well enough to enjoy some quality time with husband Billy (Perry Fenwick) and takes comfort from the fact that Bea has moved in with Mo Harris (Laila Morse).
Radio Times reported that although things appear calmer on the surface, underlying tensions remain. Honey and Billy enjoy a date together, and afterwards, Bea overhears him discussing it with Alfie Moon (Shane Richie).
Radio Times reported that spotting an opportunity, she wastes little time in stepping in and later invites Honey out for a drink.
Radio Times reported that 5. Vinny Panesar moves in with Penny Branning
Radio Times reported that vinny and Penny attend a birth-plan appointment, but rather than bringing them closer together, it leaves him feeling increasingly pushed to the sidelines. She's still hiding the fact that Harry Mitchell (Elijah Holloway) is likely to be the father.
Radio Times reported that determined to be heard, Vinny opens up about his fears and reassures Penny that he’s fully committed to both her and their future together. In a bold move, he asks her to move in with him.
Radio Times reported that thrilled by the prospect, he begins looking ahead to their new chapter. Penny, however, has another concern – breaking the news to Gina Knight (Francesca Henry).
Radio Times reported that as the situation becomes more awkward, the women both avoid discussing the looming move, leaving the issue hanging in the air.
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