The latest episode of EastEnders brings an emotional and unexpected return as Bex Fowler arrives back in Walford just in time for a heartbreaking farewell. Martin Fowler’s passing has left the Square shaken, and his loved ones struggle to come to terms with the loss. As the funeral approaches, old wounds resurface, and tensions run high among those he left behind.
Sonia and Stacey are at the heart of the grief, both reflecting on their shared history with Martin. Sonia, still deeply affected by their past, opens up about her struggles. She was there before Stacey, before Ruby—Martin was her love, her partner, and she fought hard against Pauline to be with him. Now, as she watches everyone mourn, she questions where Stacey is in all of this. Stacey, who Martin once called the love of his life, seems distant, lost in her own grief.
Meanwhile, Stacey tries to stay strong, suppressing her pain for the sake of her family. She insists she’s not grieving in the way others expect—she’s simply surviving, trying to keep moving forward despite the weight of it all. But deep down, the loss is breaking her apart, and the upcoming funeral only makes things more difficult.
As emotions boil over, the tension is briefly interrupted by a surprising visitor—Bex Fowler. Just as Sonia is struggling to hold it all together, Bex steps through the door. The moment is filled with raw emotion as Sonia embraces her daughter, overcome with relief and love. It’s been a long time since they were together, and despite the circumstances, Sonia is grateful to have her back.
Bex acknowledges the strangeness of returning home under such tragic circumstances. She’s still processing everything—Martin’s death, the funeral arrangements, and the overwhelming emotions of seeing her family again. Ruby has taken charge of organizing the service, ensuring it will be a beautiful tribute to Martin, but that doesn’t make it any easier to face.
As they sit together, reflecting on the upcoming service, Bex hesitantly confesses that she wants to say a proper goodbye to her father. The idea is daunting, but she knows she needs closure. Sonia offers to accompany her to the undertaker’s, but uncertainty lingers. It’s a moment filled with hesitation, grief, and an unspoken understanding that no matter how painful it is, they need to face it together.
With Martin’s funeral just around the corner, Walford is bracing for an emotional farewell. But with so many unresolved emotions and tensions running high, the day may bring more than just a goodbye—it could reopen old wounds and force some difficult truths to the surface. As Bex reintegrates into life on the Square, one thing is certain—this return will change everything.
Stay tuned for more twists and emotional revelations in EastEnders!
