September 12th 2024.
Can you believe it? After 18 long years, a familiar face made a surprise return on EastEnders. It just goes to show, never underestimate the show's ability to shock its viewers. Actor Joel Beckett, who played Jake Moon, revealed that he was just as surprised by his comeback as the audience was.
For those who don't remember, Jake had attempted to flee the country with Chrissie Watts after her husband Den was murdered. Sadly, their plans were thwarted at the airport and Chrissie was thrown in jail. But what about Jake? That was a mystery until now. Some fans even thought he had met his demise off-screen.
In a recent episode, Chrissie came face to face with her old enemy Sharon Watts in prison. In a shocking revelation, she confessed that she had been pregnant with Jake's child, but tragically lost it. Fueled by revenge, Chrissie tried to hurt Sharon, but in the end, the two women found common ground in their shared experiences.
And let's talk about Jake's return. Have you seen his car? It's clear he's been doing well for himself. But enough about the car, let's get to the real question: will we be seeing more of Jake in the future? Joel hinted that he's open to the idea, saying "never say never" to a full-time return. Fans, it's your time to make your voices heard!
So how did this unexpected cameo come about? Well, it turns out that Joel's agent received a call asking if he would be interested in coming back for just one day. Naturally, Joel's mind was racing, wondering what they could possibly film in a day. He assumed it would have something to do with Chrissie, but he never expected to actually be back on the Square.
Despite the 18-year hiatus, Joel felt right at home on set. Even though there were some changes, like the Square being "sharper" and the sun setting in a different spot, everything still felt familiar. And let's not forget about the surprise factor - fans had no idea that Jake was making a comeback, and Joel loved being a part of the mystery.
Speaking of surprises, wouldn't it have been great if Jake and Alfie had reunited? Unfortunately, that didn't happen this time around. But Joel did get to catch up with his old friend Shane Richie, who plays Alfie. They shared a big hug on set, and even though they didn't have any scenes together, it was still a special moment for Joel.
Now, let's talk about the secrecy surrounding Joel's return. He was sworn to secrecy and wasn't even allowed to see any of his former co-stars, except for Tracy-Ann Oberman and Shane. He was driven around the studio in a blacked-out car for fittings and filming, and even got to drive a fancy sports car around the set - a surefire way to get everyone's attention.
But despite all the secrecy, Joel was blown away by the response from fans. He's been receiving messages from people who had no idea he was back, and it's clear that his return has been a hit. Who knows, maybe we'll see more of Jake in the future. After all, anything is possible in the world of EastEnders.
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