Bex Fowler is returning to EastEnders for a short time following the death of her father, Martin Fowler. Actress Jasmine Armfield reprises the role she left in 2020.
Here’s the Lowdown: Bex will come back to Albert Square after years of traveling to support her mother, Sonia, and the rest of the family after Martin’s death. The return will be tough for Bex, as she has to deal with not only her father’s death, but also Sonia’s imprisonment for murder and the birth of a new baby sister.
What This Means Now: Viewers can anticipate an emotional storyline as Bex grapples with the family tragedy and the significant changes that have occurred while she was away. The show’s producers state that this return will show a more mature Bex, changed by her travels.
The Bigger Picture: This brief return is specifically tied to Martin Fowler’s exit storyline. It provides an opportunity for closure and allows the show to address how his death impacts his close family, particularly his daughter, Bex, and his former partner, Sonia. The return of a familiar face is a common, and generally successful, way for soap operas to boost interest and provide emotional beats. EastEnders airs on BBC One and iPlayer.
