Ross Kemp is set to reprise his iconic role in EastEnders for its 40th anniversary, promising an explosive storyline that fans won’t want to miss
London: So, guess what? Ross Kemp is coming back to EastEnders! He’ll be reprising his role as Grant Mitchell for the show’s big 40th anniversary next year. It’s been a while since we last saw him, back in 2016, but he’s returning in 2025 with a storyline that’s bound to be a real showstopper.
Grant’s coming back just as his brother Phil is feeling a bit lonely. And get this—his childhood best mate, Nigel Bates, is also back in Albert Square after nearly 30 years! Ross is super excited about his return, saying it’s an honor to be part of such a special milestone for the show.
He mentioned that Grant has always been a key player in the drama, and this time will be no different. It sounds like he’s going to make quite the entrance! Plus, there’s some juicy drama with Grant’s ex-wife Sharon, who’s now dating his cousin Teddy. Talk about complicated!
Grant’s had his fair share of wild storylines over the years, including his rocky marriage to Tiffany. Remember that heartbreaking reunion in 2016 when he came back to say goodbye to his mum, Peggy? That was a tearjerker!
Ross first joined EastEnders in 1990 and was a staple until 1999, with a couple of returns in the 2000s. He left after some serious family drama, but thankfully, he didn’t meet a tragic end. Instead, he took off to Brazil with his daughter.
The show’s executive producer, Chris Clenshaw, is thrilled about Ross’s return. He’s keeping the details under wraps for now, but he promises it’ll be a significant part of the anniversary celebrations. Sounds like we’re in for some must-see TV!
While he was away from the soap, Ross has been busy with his documentary series, exploring everything from gangs to pirates. But now, it’s all about EastEnders, and fans can’t wait to see what’s next for Grant Mitchell!
