February 14th 2025.
It's an exciting time for all EastEnders fans as the iconic show celebrates its 40th anniversary. And while actress Lacey Turner, known for her role as Stacey Slater, has just welcomed her third child, she's not going to let that keep her from participating in the highly-anticipated live episode next week.
Lacey, who announced the birth of her baby on Instagram last month, will be reuniting with her co-stars to mark this special milestone. Despite being on maternity leave, she's determined to join in on the fun and showcase her love for the show.
"I'm really excited! I've been a huge EastEnders fan since I was a kid," Lacey shared. "To see it reach 40 years is absolutely epic. I was part of the 25th anniversary, but I may have missed a few in between. So, I'm thrilled to not miss this one."
When asked if she's nervous about the live episode, Lacey confidently stated that she's not. She even mentioned that she enjoys the adrenaline rush that comes with performing live, despite it being something that would normally scare her.
For Lacey, playing Stacey for 20 years doesn't feel like a long time. She admits that it's amazing to have the same job for two decades and not get tired of it. Her character has been a part of several major storylines, including the 25th anniversary live episode in 2010 when Stacey was revealed as Archie Mitchell's killer.
This time around, the live episode is set to be just as dramatic, if not more, with an explosion at the Queen Vic and a shocking storyline where viewers get to choose the outcome. Denise Fox will have to decide between her love interests Jack Branning and Ravi Gulati, while other characters like Cindy Beale, Sonia Fowler, and Bianca Jackson make a comeback.
As for Stacey, she'll be struggling with her feelings for Martin Fowler, but with a little push from her mother Jean, she may finally be able to express them. And while the lead-up to the live episode may be overwhelming for her, it'll be a big week for everyone involved.
Actress Michelle Collins, known for her role as Cindy Beale, revealed that she won't be a part of the live episode, but she's been impressed with how well it's been executed. She also expressed her relief at not having to perform live on TV, as it's very different from live theatre.
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