Overview

• EastEnders secured its 10th BAFTA for Best Soap, its first win in the category since 2019, beating Casualty and Coronation Street.
• The soap’s new executive producer, Ben Wadey, aims to explore 'uncharted territory' with ambitious storylines following Chris Clenshaw’s departure.
• BBC Head of Continuing Drama Kate Oates teased the potential return of a familiar character, sparking fan speculation.
• The milestone 40th anniversary earlier this year marked a turning point for the show, celebrated with high-profile stories and accolades.
• Oates credited Clenshaw for breaking fresh ground in the genre and expressed excitement for the next chapter under Wadey’s leadership.