Vicki Fowler is set to head back to Walford following the death of her uncle Martin Fowler in upcoming scenes on EastEnders. 

Sharon Watts’ sister Vicki was last seen in Albert Square in 2004, before moving to Australia with partner and former character Spencer Moon, the brother of Alfie Moon. But Vicki isn’t alone with her arrival in Walford. 

Vicki will return to the soap after more than 20 years to attend the funeral of her uncle, who was killed off during the live episode. 

Martin died after being crushed by a metal beam, following The Queen Vic collapsing during an explosion. His ex and soulmate Stacey Slater was by his side in heartbreaking scenes. 

In upcoming emotional scenes, Walford will bid farewell to Martin at his funeral with his niece Vicki in attendance.

Vicki Fowler is set to head back to Walford following the death of her uncle Martin Fowler in upcoming scenes on EastEnders

Sharon Watts’ sister Vicki was last seen in Albert Square in 2004, before moving to Australia with partner and former character Spencer Moon, the brother of Alfie Moon. But Vicki isn’t alone with her arrival in Walford

Vicki will return with her new flame Ross and his son Jowl shocking her sister Sharon as she reveals they plan to stay full time. 

She will be played by actress Alice Haig replacing former soap star Scarlett Alice Johnson.

Of her soap debut, Alice said: ‘I am so excited. I have always watched the show, and I was born in February 1985, so I’m the same age as EastEnders! 

‘It’s so cool to be playing a character like Vicki – we think we know her, but a lot has changed. I can’t wait for all the Albert Square drama ahead.’

Meanwhile Ross will be portrayed by Holby City and Waterloo Road star Alex Walkinshaw while actor Max Murray will play Joel. 

Alex said: ‘I am really excited as I’ve had so many friends on EastEnders throughout the years, and I always hear lovely things about it.

‘The show is top draw drama and I can’t wait to get stuck in. Ross is a decent, hardworking family man, he always puts family first, and he is very in love with Vicki, but it’s not always plain sailing.’

Soap boss Chris Clenshaw teased the trio would ‘make waves’ on the Square from the moment they arrive, as he hinted that Michelle will not be back for her brother Martin’s funeral. 

Vicki will return to the soap after more than 20 years to attend the funeral of her uncle, who was killed off during the live episode

Martin died after being crushed by a metal beam, following The Queen Vic collapsing during an explosion. His ex and soulmate Stacey Slater was by his side in heartbreaking scenes

Vicki will return with her new flame Ross and his son Jowl. She will be played by actress Alice Haig replacing former soap star Scarlett Alice Johnson

He suggested Vicki would be ‘representing’ Michelle at the funeral, so it might mean a return is off the cards.

Chris spilled: ‘We’re delighted to have the very talented Alice, Alex and Max with us. Vicki is back under the most tragic of circumstances, representing her distraught mum Michelle, and she’s changed a lot since we last saw her.

‘We’re excited to let viewers get reacquainted with Vicki and to introduce Ross and Joel to the Square. It won’t be long before Vicki and this new branch of the Fowler family are making waves in Walford.’

Newcomer Max also teased: ‘It’s an absolute privilege and honour to be joining such a wonderful production full of a lovely cast and crew. I’m really looking forward to introducing Joel to EastEnders viewers and telling his story.’