Mel Confronts Sharon About Her Unborn Baby! - EastEnders First Look

We've been promised that EastEnders will remain on fire now into the New Year, and the writers are not slowing down when it comes to Sharon and Keanu's secret love child.

Over the past week, Mel Owen has been noticing all the small things that point to a past between Sharon and Keanu, and when she popped in to see Ben after he was released from hospital, she witnessed Keanu overreacting when Lola accidentally bumped into Sharon.

Next week, Mel is cut off from the E20 bank account when Phil finds out she has been using the business' money to pay for Hunter's funeral, but when Sharon tries to calm the situation down, she's shocked when Mel reveals that she knows the truth about her unborn baby.

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It's currently unknown how Mel gets hold of the evidence, but it looks like she gets her hands on the paternity results, proving Phil is not the father.

Mel initially decides against telling Louise the truth about her step-mothers affair with Keanu, instead she starts blackmailing Sharon to get what she wants.

Will Sharon agree to Mel's demands to keep her secret safe? Or will she take matters into her own hands to keep the news from being exposed?

EastEnders air these scenes on Monday 23rd September - Want more EastEnders news and gossip? Click here to see the latest headlines.

Whitney Drops Massive Bombshell on Callum

After her wedding to Callum failed in spectacular EastEnders fashion, Whitney Dean went on her honeymoon alone, using the time to gather her thoughts.

When heartbroken Whitney returns to the square, it doesn't take long before she comes face to face with her ex, and as the pair talk, Whitney drops an almighty bombshell.

EastEnders are keeping quiet about the secret Whitney is harbouring upon her return, but with it being soapland, could Whitney be on the road to having the one thing that she's always wanted? A baby?

EastEnders air these scenes in the coming weeks on BBC One.

EastEnders 16th - 20th September

It's a sad week for Mel as she buries her son, comes up against the Mitchell's and has an almighty row with Sharon. Linda Carters new storyline kicks off as she struggles to make friends at the school gate.

Callum agrees to go on a date with Ben Mitchell, and Stuart is furious when he finds out Rainie is still taking painkillers, plush much more.

Here's your weekly look ahead at what's coming up on EastEnders from Monday 16th September.

The Carters prepare for Ollie's first day of school

It's a proud moment for Mick and Linda

Ollie is introduced to his new teacher

The other mums make not effort in welcoming Linda

Linda notices hostility towards her from the mums

Chantelle explains the cliquey nature of the other women

But Linda doesn't understand 

Louise becomes concerned for Bex after noticing how upset she seems

Callum receives a text from Ben asking him out for a drink

Callum turns to Jay for some advice about Ben

Mel arrives at the funeral home with some clothes for Hunter

Mel reveals that she needs to scale back the funeral

After a warning from Phil, Jay tells Mel that he can no longer be involved in Hunter's funeral

Jay informs Mel that she has to find another undertaker

Mel realises she's quickly running out of people to rely on

Kathy and Ian argue about Bobby's recent behaviour

Linda is determined to make friends at the school gate

But she soon realises it's going to be harder than she thought

Stuart is furious when he finds out Rainie is still taking painkillers

Bex is shocked that Louise has thrown her a surprise party in the Vic

But being the centre of attention is the last thing she wants

Louise prepares for Hunter's funeral

Phil is not happy that his daughter is attending the funeral of the boy who shot his son

Phil puts his foot down and tells the couple they are banned from going

Mel arrives at the Vic after the funeral

Lisa stands by her friend as the Mitchell's make their feelings clear

Tensions start to rise between them

Phil is fuming when he finds out Jay went behind his back and helped arrange the funeral

Tiffany tells Keegan that they need to talk about their relationship

After some advice from Jack, the pair agree to take things slowly

Patrick and Sheree become concerned for Ted

When Ted reveals he's lonely, Sheree decides to set him up on a date

EastEnders air these scenes from Monday 16th September on BBC One.

Look Who's Returning to Walford!

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As Linda Carter struggles with alcohol addiction, and Mick continues to battle with his mental health, Lee Carter will make a surprise return to Walford to support his parents.

Lee left Walford over two years ago after battling with his own mental health, promising to return once he was in a better frame of mind.

Speaking to the Metro about returning to the soap, Danny said: ‘The way things are going with the Carters at the minute, it makes total sense that Lee would return, even for a short stint. I will always be loyal to the Carter Clan and the show, and am very excited to be back on set with some immensely talented people whom I love dearly.’

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Executive producer Jon Sen also told the newspaper: ‘We are thrilled that Danny-Boy is returning to Walford to reprise the role of Lee Carter. Lee obviously left the Square under a cloud but now he returns to vanquish demons and help Mick and Linda as they struggle through their latest crisis.’

Danny will start filming in the next few weeks, with his scenes airing later this year. We just need Johnny and Nancy to return and we'll have the Carter family back together again!

EastEnders airs weeknights on BBC One.

Top EastEnders Spoilers for Next Week

EastEnders seems to be on fire at the moment as their storylines are playing out thick and fast, and there's no let-up next week as the drama continues.

Here is a look at the top storylines airing next week.

Bobby continues to be haunted by visions of Lucy

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Since returning to Walford, Bobby has found it increasingly difficult to move on from his past, and recently viewers have been experiencing what Bobby is seeing and hearing, as visions of Lucy continue to haunt him.

With Bobby's mental health continuing to decline, the teenager was seen pouring petrol over his house, desperate to make the voices stop. But Max Branning will come to the teens rescue when he offers him somewhere to stay.

Bobby agrees to move in with Max, but when their conversation is overheard by Jack, he puts his foot down, revealing that he doesn't want a killer living under the same roof as his daughter.

Phil cuts off Mel

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When Phil and Sharon notice that cash is going missing from the E20 accounts, it doesn't take them long to figure out that Mel is helping herself to the funds, in order to help with funeral costs.

When Mel discovers that the Mitchell's have cut her off, she heads off to find Sharon and an almighty argument ensues.

3. Phil interferes in Hunter's funeral

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After making plans with Mel to bury her son, Jay is torn when he's told by Phil that he's to have nothing to do with Hunter's funeral.

After Mel runs out of cash, she asks Jay if he can scale back the ceremony, but she's in for a shock when he reveals that he can no longer arrange the funeral.

Iqra and Keegan's business deal

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Keegan puts his business brain on next week as he continues in his quest to become a success, and after helping out at Walford East, Iqra gives young man the encouragement he needs and the pair strike up a mutually beneficial deal.

Callum and Ben's first date

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After Callum's disaster of a wedding and then the shootings, Ben decides not to waste any time in asking Callum out on a date.

Although it's only a drink, Callum starts to worry if he's moving on too soon. Can the pair put the past behind them and make it work?

Phil and Jay fall out over Hunter's funeral

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Mel Owen is overcome with grief as the day of Hunter's funeral arrives, but luckily she has best-friend Lisa by her side.

When they arrive at the Vic for a drink after the ceremony, Mel is confronted by the Mitchell family who make their feelings clear about her son.

During the altercation, Phil finds out that Jay went behind his back and helped Mel with the funeral despite his warning.

Will Phil disown Jay once again?

Not enough spoilers for you? Click here to see the latest news - EastEnders air these scenes from Monday 16th September on BBC One.

Linda Carter Shocked by School Gate Mums

Linda Carter proudly takes her son Ollie to his first day of school next week, but she's left devastated by the reception she receives by other mums at the gate.

In the run up to his first day, Chantelle takes a moment to warn Linda that the other mums are a very cliquey bunch who aren't very welcoming.

When she arrives at the school, Linda puts Chantelle's advice to one side and tries to befriend them, but she soon realises Chantelle was right.

EastEnders recently revealed that Linda will battle with alcoholism in an upcoming storyline, when she uses drink to cope with rising pressures in her life.

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Executive producer Jon Sen revealed: "This autumn, the Carters will face one of their biggest crises to date when Linda turns to alcohol to escape the increasing pressures of her family life."

"Linda's descent into alcoholism will be instantly recognisable to many – a journey that begins with a single drink to cope with the everyday ups and downs but quickly escalates to a point which wreaks devastation on their life and the lives of those around them.

"In telling Linda's story we hope that anyone in Linda's situation or those around them notice the signs of alcoholism and seek the help needed."

EastEnders airs weeknights on BBC One.

EastEnders tease the arrival of the Panesar brothers

It's always exciting when a new family moves to Albert Square, and this autumn sees the Panesar brothers arrive in Walford, and the trio will make quite the impression!

Jags, Vinny and their older, successful brother Kheerat have a clear bond with each other, and they won't have much time to settle in before they get under the skin of one particular family on the square.

Executive producer Jon Sen told Digital Spy: "They turn up on the square with a mission that will become apparent.

"EastEnders is a show that prides itself on diversity, representing modern London and modern Britain. We were really keen at finding a way of telling stories from the Sikh community."

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"They arrive, these three siblings who are very different in and of themselves. One of them has a past fascination with one of our characters on the Square already. They arrive with a little bit of a bang.

"Looking at that camaraderie they are loveable rogues and entrepreneurs. We're keen that they're not part of the criminal element that sometimes comes to EastEnders because that's the territory of the Mitchells. But if they can make a pound, they will."

"They are wheeler dealers in a classic Punjabi style. They're great, they bring a completely different tone and flavour to the show."

EastEnders will air the arrival of the Panesar brothers in the coming weeks.