A fan of EastEnders has come up with a creative idea for how a beloved character could make a comeback from the grave.

Is it possible for Pat to make a return? Recently, EastEnders has been bringing back many beloved characters, and with even more to come, it's becoming difficult to keep track of all the comings and goings! The news of David Wicks and Chrissie Watts' return has caused quite a stir among fans, who are eagerly anticipating more familiar faces to grace our screens.

As the show approaches its 40th anniversary, fans have been buzzing with speculation about potential returns. One creative viewer has even come up with their own theory on how a beloved character could come back from the dead. Pat Butcher, who was killed off in 2012, made a surprising appearance as a ghost during Peggy Mitchell's final episodes in 2015.

But now, a Reddit user has come up with a storyline that could lead to Pat's return as an hallucination for her son, David Wicks. "Since David is coming back, maybe he has developed psychosis or schizophrenia," the fan wrote. "Joe Wicks suffered a traumatic experience that triggered schizophrenia, Bianca Jackson has been diagnosed with depression, and maybe David has also suffered from depression that could have triggered psychosis or schizophrenia. Cindy came back from the dead, so maybe David could have episodes where he hallucinates Pat, believing that she has returned."

And speaking of David's return, it is set to happen later this year, although his storyline is being kept under wraps. As we look back on the iconic character, producer Chris Clenshaw has said, "David Wicks is undoubtedly one of EastEnders' most beloved rogues, and we are thrilled to welcome the talented Michael French back to the legendary role as we lead up to the show's 40th anniversary. David's character was never short of drama during his previous stints, and I can assure you that this return will be no different."

Could David's return also mean a comeback for Pat? Only time will tell. But in the meantime, join 10,000 other soap fans on Metro's WhatsApp Soaps community to get the latest gossip, spoilers, and exclusive interviews. Simply click on the link and select "Join Chat" to join the conversation. Don't forget to turn on notifications so you never miss out on the latest updates!

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