EASTENDERS shared a sneak peek at a major character’s shock return after 10 years away from Walford.
at the end of Thursday’s episode and now we’ve been treated to more images of what’s in store for him.
Mark Fowler Jr (Stephen Aaron-Sipple) is back on Albert Square after 10 years away from EastEndersCredit: BBC
New photos show him being cared for by his sister Vicki and aunt Sam MitchellCredit: BBC
New scenes will show him being quizzed by his family as to where he’s been all these yearsCredit: BBC
The was unveiled when Mark showed up at his uncle Phil Mitchell’s house.
Four new images from episodes airing this week show his concerned family gathered around the injured Mark.
The first photo showed an injured and possibly unconscious Mark lying on the sofa as his sister Vicki and aunt Sam Mitchell tend to him.
The next image shows Mark standing up with Vicki who has her arm around him and Phil standing in the doorway behind them watching on.
Next, Vicki and Mark are seen discussing something serious at the cafe with the final picture showing him on his own staring off into the distance and looking concerned.
Mark is the son of Grant Mitchell and Michelle Fowler, and this week’s episodes will show the two families getting reacquainted with their long-lost family member.
Actor Stephen Aaron-Sipple has taken on the role of Mark from star Ned Porteous who last appeared in 2016.
He joined the cast in October but was kept a secret by bosses.
He has already made his debut when he appeared in the recent New Year’s Day flashforward episode, placing him at the centre of the Branning’s unfolding drama – however it wasn’t confirmed who he was playing.
A by revealing the character’s name was Mark.
It is not yet known why Mark has returned to Walford and what he has been up to in the time he has been away.
But with him turning up on Phil’s doorstep in clear trouble, it’s set to be dramatic.
Actor Stephen said: “Having grown up in East London, has been in my life since childhood and I’m excited to be joining not one, but two iconic Albert Square families!
“I’m looking forward to viewers seeing why Mark is back, and what Walford has in store for him.”
Executive Producer Ben Wadey added: “We are thrilled to welcome Stephen Aaron-Sipple to EastEnders and bring Mark back to Albert Square.
“Viewers had a glimpse of Mark in the New Year’s Day flashforward episode, with the circumstances around his upcoming involvement with the Brannings set to unfold throughout the year.”
Mark absence from Walford has raised a lot of questionsCredit: BBC
EastEnders returns to the BBC this weekCredit: Not known clear with picture desk
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