Ross Kemp ‘confirms’ Grant Mitchell return for EastEnders 40th anniversary as he’s spotted leaving soap set
The actor previously revealed he has a new project up his sleeve that involves the soap
ROSS Kemp appears to have all but confirmed his much-anticipated return to EastEnders for the soap’s 40th anniversary.
The 60-year-old actor, who is known for playing the iconic Grant Mitchell, was recently seen leaving the Walford set in a car with dark tinted windows.
This fuelled speculation about his upcoming involvement in the show.
Ross became a fan favourite while playing tough guy Grant from 1990 to 1999.
Although he left the show to pursue other ventures, he has made a number of memorable comebacks over the years.
His latest appearance was in 2016 for the emotional funeral of his on-screen mother, Peggy Mitchell, played by the late Barbara Windsor.
This September the Sun reported that Ross would be participating in the anniversary festivities by hosting a one-off documentary about the soap.
A source revealed: “He will interview stars past and present about why it is so good and how important it is.
“EastEnders will always have a special place in his heart and he’s really excited.”
While Ross has been tight-lipped about any potential on-screen return, his recent sighting near the EastEnders production set has left fans abuzz.
During a recent This Morning interview, Alison Hammond pressed the actor about the rumors, asking: “What is going on, are you going back for the 40th anniversary? Tell us what’s going on.”
Ross responded cryptically, saying: “I can tell you nothing.
“I am very proud of the show celebrating 40 years and I wouldn’t have had a career, good or bad, without it. I absolutely love it and I still support it.”
The BBC has been keeping details of the anniversary week under wraps but has teased that it will feature an unprecedented live episode with an interactive element.
Fans will be given the chance to vote on the outcome of a pivotal love story, with the cast and crew adapting live to the audience’s choice.
The live broadcast is set for February 2025 and promises to be a historic moment for the show.
Executive Producer Chris Clenshaw said: “The 40th anniversary is a milestone event for EastEnders, and we have been planning this week for a long time to ensure that it’s a week full of drama and surprises.”
