Overview
- The BBC confirmed Stephen Aaron-Sipple as Mark Fowler Jr, with a full return to Walford scheduled for later in 2026.
- He appeared briefly in the New Year’s Day flashforward set in 2027, credited as “Man,” interacting with members of the Beale and Branning families.
- Show bosses are keeping his motives under wraps and indicate the reasons for his return will be revealed over the year.
- Mark is the son of Michelle Fowler and Grant Mitchell and will reunite with his half-sister Vicki Fowler and reconnect with the Mitchells.
- Ned Porteous first played the role in 2016 and now stars in Emmerdale, with some media speculating the recast suggests he will remain on the ITV soap.