“Is This the End for Linda Carter?”: EastEnders Star Fuels Character Exit Speculation
EastEnders fans are reeling after recent photos suggest a beloved character may soon be leaving the BBC One soap. New images obtained by The Sun show the soap filming a dramatic Christmas funeral scene, complete with a white coffin being carried into a church surrounded by mourners. The presence of several Carter family members, including Johnny, Elaine, and returning characters Lee and Nancy, has further intensified the speculation. However, one key character, Linda Carter, played by Kellie Bright, is noticeably absent, sparking rumors that she could be the one in the coffin.
Kellie Bright herself seems to have added to the mystery with a cryptic post on her social media. She shared a photo of herself at a pottery studio holding a bowl inscribed with the words “The End.” This post has sent fans into a frenzy, many believing it is a hint about Linda’s fate on the show. One concerned fan took to X (formerly Twitter), saying, “Kellie posting this photo today with ‘The End’ in her pottery piece, along with the funeral pics, is worrying me,” as reported by the Manchester Evening News.
Another fan expressed their distress, writing, “I will have a breakdown and hold the BBC personally responsible if that’s Linda’s funeral.” A third chimed in with their disbelief, stating, “I can’t. I physically can’t… Surely they wouldn’t kill her off… I will be absolutely heartbroken if it’s ‘true’.”
Despite the somber mood surrounding the potential loss of Linda, not all the filming on the EastEnders set has been gloomy. There was a touch of glamour as the soap shot scenes for the wedding of Elaine Peacock and George Knight. Fans caught a glimpse of Harriet Thorpe, who plays Elaine, looking radiant in a shimmering golden gown. Meanwhile, Colin Salmon, who portrays George, was seen looking dapper in a stylish sandy-colored suit for the occasion. The celebrations also saw the arrival of Jamie Borthwick, known for his role as Jay Brown on Albert Square, adding a festive flair to the set.
As fans continue to speculate about Linda’s fate, the intrigue grows with every clue. Whether the cryptic pottery post truly signals the end for Linda Carter remains to be seen, but the upcoming episodes are sure to have viewers on the edge of their seats.