Eastenders
Bianca Jackson was last seen in Walford back in 2014.
Showrunner Kate Oates is committed to making Albert Square more diverse.
She said she was "truly overwhelmed by the generosity of the British public".
"I’m going to die of something fairly soon so why not enjoy myself?"
"It scarred the kids for life."
She starred in the BBC soap between 1985 and 1989.
The actress underwent pioneering eye surgery two years ago, but her vision has deteriorated again.
The star also revealed why she won't be doing Strictly – despite persuasion from pal Shirley Ballas.
It's costing licence fee payers £27 million more than expected.
About Eastenders
Having launched in 1985, 'EastEnders' remains one of the most popular soaps on TV, alongside rivals 'Coronation Street', 'Emmerdale' and 'Hollyoaks'. Over the years, the show has introduced us to characters such as Dot Branning, Phil and Grant Mitchell, Mick Carter, Ian Beale, Sharon Watts, Stacey Slater, Kat and Alfie Moon, Pat Butcher and, of course, Peggy Mitchell, who was killed off in an emotional suicide storyline in 2016. It focuses on the lives, loves and loses of the residents of Albert Square in the fictional London district of Walford, which is also home to the iconic Queen Victoria pub. Among the present cast are Danny Dyer, Shane Richie, Jessie Wallace, Kellie Bright, Jake Wood, Jacqueline Jossa, June Brown, Lacey Turner and Richard Blackwood. On this page you will find all the latest 'EastEnders' news, spoilers, storyline details, casting announcements and pictures from your favourite soap.