EastEnders reveals Zoe Slater’s new bombshell in 48 spoiler pictures

Next week on EastEnders, Kat Slater urges her daughter Zoe to finally be totally honest with her – and is shocked by what she shares in response.

Meanwhile, Nigel Bates crashes his car when he shouldn’t be driving, and Johnny Carter’s attempts to win over Lexi Mitchell aren’t popular with everyone…

Our 48-picture preview offers a sneak peek at what’s in store.

Monday 20 October: Nigel and Julie are in good spirits

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They’re planning a trip to India together.

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Monday 20 October: But the pressure is on for Nigel…

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He needs to find a way to fund the trip.

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Monday 20 October: Nigel pays a visit to the car lot

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His beloved vehicle is put up for sale.

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Monday 20 October: Lauren oversees the sale

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She’s forced to drop the price after Nigel damages the car.

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Monday 20 October: Nigel finds the car keys, which had gone missing

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Following an argument with Julie, he decides it’s a good idea to take one last drive, but it ends in disaster when he crashes!

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Monday 20 October: George is worried again

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He doesn’t know where Kojo is.

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Monday 20 October: George asks difficult questions

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Okie is put under pressure.

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Monday 20 October: George continues to seek answers from Okie

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But Okie hates having so much scrutiny on what’s happening behind closed doors

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Monday 20 October: Okie takes action

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He puts pressure on Harry to sort the situation out quickly.

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Monday 20 October: Gina pays a visit to The Albert

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She’s in a thoughtful mood after recent events.

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Monday 20 October: Gina is in need of a distraction

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But what’s wrong?

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Monday 20 October: Gina gets talking to Jasmine

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Jasmine takes the opportunity to seek gossip on Cindy. They later decide to go for a drink elsewhere.

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Monday 20 October: Anthony witnesses some of the drama unfold

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What will he make of it all?

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Tuesday 21 October: Okie orders Harry to get Kojo back under control

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When Harry refuses to make the call as instructed, he faces a chilling threat…

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Tuesday 21 October: Kat faces another setback

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She discovers that Zoe has stolen money from the till.

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Tuesday 21 October: Alfie is frustrated

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It seems to be one step forward, two steps back where Zoe is concerned.

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Tuesday 21 October: Tim Walton arrives at the Queen Vic

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Tim is an ex-client of Johnny’s.

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Tuesday 21 October: Tim settles in for an important meeting

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Johnny wants to discuss business.

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Tuesday 21 October: Elaine is won over

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Tim makes a positive first impression. Will he become Johnny’s new business partner?

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Tuesday 21 October: Callum turns up and seems uncomfortable

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He’s startled, as Tim certainly isn’t what he’d expected…

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Wednesday 22 October: Julie’s left horrified

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She reads a note…

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Wednesday 22 October: Julie worries

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Nigel has taken matters into his own hands, determined to make things right following the crash

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Wednesday 22 October: Nigel makes his way through the market

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He crosses paths with Billy.

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Wednesday 22 October: Julie has told Nigel that she’s the one who was driving

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But Nigel isn’t convinced…

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Wednesday 22 October: Nigel hands himself in to Jack

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How will Jack deal with the delicate situation?

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Wednesday 22 October: Kat vents to Alfie

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The situation with Zoe is still tricky – and Kat is starting to question her daughter’s return to the family fold.

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Wednesday 22 October: Alfie provides a listening ear

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Kat says that Zoe will have to leave if she doesn’t start setting a good example. Sadly, Zoe overhears…

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Wednesday 22 October: Teddy is still worried

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He’s struggling to find out what’s really going on with Harry, who hasn’t been seen for days.

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Wednesday 22 October: Teddy vows to take a trip

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He’s off to Cardiff to find Harry.

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Wednesday 22 October: Teddy hopes for a positive outcome

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He’s unaware that Harry is much closer to home…

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Wednesday 22 October: Billy watches on and seems doubtful about the mission

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Will Teddy find out the truth about Harry?

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Thursday 23 October: The atmosphere at The Vic remains tense

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Zoe and Kat are still at odds.

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Thursday 23 October: Kat and Zoe bond after helping a cat that was trapped in The Vic

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The situation brings them closer together.

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Thursday 23 October: Kat urges Zoe to finally be honest with her about everything

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Once and for all…

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Thursday 23 October: Zoe drops another bombshell on Kat

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How much will she reveal?

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Thursday 23 October: Nigel arrives at the police station

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Jack has taken him there to ‘fess up.

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Thursday 23 October: Nigel is keen to share what he knows

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He’s adamant that he was the one driving.

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Thursday 23 October: It’s a tough case for the police to handle

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With no easy resolution for anyone…

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Thursday 23 October: Johnny and Callum play happy families with Lexi

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Johnny is trying to get into Lexi’s good books.

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Thursday 23 October: Johnny is taking the easy road

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He’s showering Lexi with gifts as a quick fix, rather than putting in the work.

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Thursday 23 October: Later, Billy disapproves as Johnny’s antics continue

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He’s annoyed over Johnny’s tactics.

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Thursday 23 October: Billy watches on with suspicion

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An awkward atmosphere unfolds.

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Thursday 23 October: Johnny doesn’t stop there

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He offers to take Lexi to a concert.

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Thursday 23 October: Callum feels awkward

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He’s torn between Lexi’s happiness and the wider family’s wishes

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Thursday 23 October: Callum doesn’t know what to do

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Lexi is clearly delighted with the gift, so can Callum really step in and scrap the idea?

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Thursday 23 October: Callum tries to smooth the waters

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Will he be successful?