EastEnders devotees are in for a shock as a soapland legend returns, but far from Albert Square. The familiar face is back in the limelight, but not as fans might have anticipated. Twenty years since she made her dramatic departure, the old Walford favourite has boarded a fresh new role abroad. Scroll down to learn more!

EastEnders Actress Hannah Waterman Starts A New Chapter In Australia

Home and Away marks Hannah Waterman’s soap opera comeback. She was most famous as Laura Beale from 2000 until 2004. Viewers will never forget Laura’s dramatic exit; Janine Butcher fell, and Laura tripped down the stairs and died.

Waterman continued to appear on television after leaving Walford, appearing on Holby City, The Bill, Doctors, and New Tricks. She relocated to Australia over ten years ago, began a new life, and appeared in local soaps such as Bali 2002.

She is back doing what she loves. Home and Away is set in a beach town and still plays on Channel 5 in the UK.

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According to a source, Hannah enjoyed stepping back into the spotlight. A source shared that she still has a strong love for acting and hinted this may not be the last time she appears on screen.

“She loved dipping her toes back into the world of soap briefly, and who knows? It could mean she finds her way back more permanently,” they said. For more EastEnders spoilers and news, check out Soap Opera Daily.