December 18th 2024.
Earlier this month, we were pleasantly surprised by the unexpected return of former EastEnders star Joe Swash. The 42-year-old actor and TV personality delighted fans as he reprised his role as Mickey Miller, a character he originally played on the BBC soap between 2003 and 2008. Although he made a brief comeback in 2011, this time it was different - he returned for two episodes as part of the lead-up to the show's 40th Anniversary in February.
Reuniting with some of our beloved Walford favorites, Joe's comeback was a heartwarming moment for both him and the viewers. He joined in on a saucy charity calendar shoot to raise awareness of the Bridge Street market's closure, stepping in as a photographer when Mo Harris was left without one. And that's not all, he even stripped down to his birthday suit and posed as Mr. December, using a present to cover his modesty. It was a hilarious and memorable scene.
Not only did we get to catch up with Mickey, but we also got an update on the rest of the Miller clan. We learned that they now run a chain of eco-friendly B&Bs in the Cotswolds, which was quite a surprise. But this return left us wanting more - fans were desperate for Joe to make a permanent comeback. And he hasn't ruled it out.
In an interview with The Mirror, Joe expressed his love for EastEnders and the amazing memories he has from his time on the show. He was honored to be asked back and it felt like home to him. When asked about a potential full-time return, he said it would have to suit his family as well. With a big family, he needs to consider them before making any commitments. But he definitely hasn't ruled it out.
Joe is married to presenter and singer Stacey Soloman, known for her appearance on The X Factor in 2009 and now a Loose Women panellist. Together, they have three children, and Joe also has three children from previous relationships. With a young family, soaps can be quite full on, but Joe would be open to returning if the timing was right.
The actor also shared how much he enjoyed his time on EastEnders and how amazing the people he worked with were. He has a lot of love and respect for the directors, writers, and bosses. And he's excited to celebrate the show's 40th Anniversary with everyone else.
Speaking of the 40th Anniversary, we know that it will be marked by a live episode, just like previous milestones. And it looks like it's going to be a memorable one, with The Queen Vic being blown up in dramatic scenes. New pictures acquired by Metro show a car driven into the burnt out façade of the iconic pub. It's definitely going to be one to remember!
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