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What happened to Jean Slater?

By Ava Bailey |

What happened to Jean Slater?

Eastenders: Jean gets confronted by the police
Despite failing to help Stacey at all, more recently, Ruby confessed to Jean that Stacey hadn't done anything wrong and she never pushed her down the stairs. Jean is yet to tell anyone what she knows, but in upcoming scenes, she ends up collapsing.

Subsequently, one may also ask, why is Jean Slater leaving Eastenders?

EASTENDERS' Jean Slater is set to leave Walford next week to visit her son Sean after Stacey's bombshell. Jean - who is played by Gillian Wright - decides to take a break from the pressures of Albert Square with the £2,000 that Ruby Allen gave to her.

Subsequently, question is, what happened Ruby Eastenders? EastEnders has aired shock exit scenes for Ruby Allen. Louisa Lytton's character was seen being led away from the Square in handcuffs in Friday night's (September 17) episode as the Slater family got their revenge for her many lies. Ruby refused because of her pregnancy.

Additionally, is Jean on Eastenders dying?

Despite her overwhelming news, Jean was quickly brought back down to earth when she had to return to the police station shortly afterwards. With the drugs charge still posing a worrying threat, the police officer informed Jean that she might not be dying, but she's still going to prison – and for a very long time.

What did Ruby do to Jean?

However, Jean was arrested after Ruby shopped her to the police in a bid to stop Jean from exposing her secret to Ruby's husband Martin - that Ruby framed Stacey for attacking her and wrongfully sent her to prison.

Is Jean leaving EastEnders 2020?

EastEnders' Jean 'to tragically die as she confirms she only has months to live' Jean Slater tragically confirmed that her cancer had returned - and that she only has months left to live on EastEnders. "The cancer's back," Jean said. "I know.

How old is Jean in EastEnders in real life?

But the face behind the character, Gillian Wright, 61, has also faced her own battles in her lifetime. Here's a look at her world off-screen.

Who is in EastEnders now?

Current characters
CharacterActorDuration
Lexi PearceIsabella Brown2012-2015, 2019-
Linda CarterKellie Bright2013-
Mick CarterDanny Dyer2013-
Nancy CarterMaddy Hill2014-2016, 2021-

Who is leaving EastEnders 2020?

More info: In September 2020, EastEnders chiefs announced that Davood Ghadami would be leaving his role as Kush Kazemi after six years in the BBC soap. Announcing Kush's exit, an EastEnders spokesperson told Digital Spy: "We can confirm Davood will be leaving EastEnders when his contract comes to an end.

How old is Shirley Carter in EastEnders?

Linda Henry was born on 1 January 1963 in Peckham, South London, making her 57 years old.

What illness does Jean have in EastEnders?

In 2019, EastEnders character Jean Slater was diagnosed with ovarian cancer and went through treatment before being given the all-clear.

Is Ruby pregnant in real life?

Her character Ruby remains at the forefront of EastEnders storylines, having been struggling with endometriosis and her own inability to get pregnant. The star has said that she asked bosses for Ruby's endometriosis and fertility troubles storyline to "continue to play out" in spite of her own pregnancy in real life.

Are Ruby and Martin together?

Martin Fowler and Ruby Allen have tied the knot in a surprising turn of events on EastEnders. The last few months have seen the two grow increasingly close, even as Martin's (James Bye) ex-wife Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner) made her return to the Square for revenge against Ruby (Louisa Lytton).

Who told Martin about Ruby?

By the end of the week, Jean makes it clear that she's telling Martin about Ruby's sick betrayal today, which forces Ruby to make a decision.

Does Martin Find out about Ruby lying?

Louisa Lytton will be taking a break from filming to go on maternity leave, ahead of the birth of her first child. Coming up, Lily reveals to Martin (James Bye) she got her weed from Jean's (Gillian Wright) and Ruby knew all about it. Back at home, Martin confronts a shocked Ruby about her lies.

Does Ruby get found out on EastEnders?

EastEnders confirms Ruby Allen's exit story as she makes huge confession. Martin finally learns the truth.