Beloved characters Freddie Slater, portrayed by Bobby Brazier, and Big Mo Harris, played by Laila Morse, are making a highly-anticipated return to the iconic British soap opera, EastEnders, this week after some time away.

Freddie was last seen leaving Albert Square to spend quality time with his mother, Little Mo Slater, following a tumultuous stint involving an attack on stalker Theo Hawthorne. His departure allowed actor Bobby Brazier to pursue other ventures, including a stint on Strictly Come Dancing in 2023 and various other projects.

Meanwhile, Big Mo’s absence from Walford has been noticeable for much longer, dating back to Kat’s failed wedding to Phil Mitchell in 2022. The character, known as the grandmother of Kat, was introduced alongside the Slater family in 2000 and remained a regular fixture on the BBC soap opera until 2012, with occasional appearances thereafter.

In upcoming scenes on EastEnders, Alfie Moon, portrayed by Shane Richie, encounters intruders in his home, prompting a humorous misunderstanding before realizing it’s Freddie and Mo. Despite the cramped living arrangements at No. 31, the family is overjoyed to have them back in the fold.

However, Freddie’s return sparks speculation among residents about a potential reunion between Kat and Alfie. As Freddie navigates his new living situation and adjusts to being back in Walford, he finds himself entangled in relationship drama of his own, particularly regarding his feelings toward Bobby Beale and Anna Knight.

Photographs from the set hint at Freddie’s surprise upon witnessing Bobby and Anna sharing a kiss outside the Vic, suggesting that romantic complications may be on the horizon for the returning character.

Fans of EastEnders are eagerly anticipating the return of these beloved characters, and with their comeback, it seems the drama in Albert Square is set to escalate to new heights.