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EastEnders' Julie Bates returns after 27 years as Nigel story takes heartbreaking turn
By Kiesha Dosanjh
Karen Henthorn returns to EastEnders after 27-year absence
EastEnders legend returning to role after 27 years and teases 'awful surprises'
By Andrew Smart
EastEnders confirms long-awaited return for 'missing' character after 27 years
By Calli Kitson
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EastEnders dementia storyline takes a twist as TV legend makes epic return after 27 years
By Kiesha Dosanjh and Michael D. Carroll
EastEnders confirms return of legendary character after 27 years – with "awful surprises" in store
By Lidia Molina Whyte
EastEnders 'confirms' return for legendary character amid heartbreaking Nigel storyline
By Kiesha Dosanjh
EastEnders legend returns to soap after 27 years off screens for 'awful surprise' - as star admits 'it's scary how fast the time has gone'
By Lucy Murgatroyd
Dementia in EastEnders spotlight: Iconic character returns after 27 years in tragic story
By Kiesha Dosanjh and Michael D. Carroll
EastEnders Julie Bates' return confirmed as Karen Henthorn reprises role after 27 years
By Dan Laurie