December 9th 2024.
Nigel's long-awaited homecoming is finally happening in Walford next year, as actor Paul Bradley gears up to reprise his role as the beloved 90s character on EastEnders. Nigel, who last graced our screens in 1998, will be back in Albert Square to stir up some old memories and reunite with familiar faces.
Back in the day, Nigel quickly became friends with the notorious Mitchell brothers, Phil and Grant, when he arrived in Walford. He even ended up living with Dot Cotton, forming an unlikely bond with the straight-laced resident. Things took a romantic turn for Nigel when he met Debbie Tyler, and he eventually became a father figure to her daughter Clare. After leaving EastEnders, both Paul Bradley and Gemma Bissix, who played Clare, went on to star in other popular soap operas.
However, it seems like Nigel never really left Walford, as he kept in touch with Dot from his new home in Scotland. When he suffered a heart attack, Dot paid him a visit off-screen in 2009. But now, it's been reported that Nigel will make a grand return to the show, just in time for its 40th Anniversary celebrations. And what better way to mark the milestone than with a live episode, where viewers will have a say in the outcome of a major romance storyline.
Nigel was a fan-favorite during his time on the show, and it will be exciting to see how his character has evolved over the years. Paul Bradley has also had a successful career since leaving EastEnders, with long-running roles in Holby City and Casualty. As for his return to the soap, the details are being kept under wraps, but it's possible that it may coincide with the rumored comeback of his best friend, Grant.
Speaking of returns, it's been a big topic of discussion whether Ross Kemp will reprise his role as Grant Mitchell on EastEnders. New pictures of Ross at the soap's production base have sparked speculation, and departing executive producer Chris Clenshaw has expressed his desire to bring back Grant. It's also been reported that Ross will present a documentary series on the show's 40-year history. As the residents of Walford gear up for the festive season, Phil will face some dark thoughts, and it's been hinted that his brothers may come to his rescue. Could this mean that both Grant and Nigel will return to Walford to support their troubled friend? Only time will tell.
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