We cannot contain our excitement as EastEnders has announced a live episode to celebrate its 40th anniversary. Viewers know it was recently revealed that the BBC soap will go live for its milestone next year, but a brand-new twist will see viewers decide the outcome of one storyline. And now, soap star Jacqueline Jossa, who plays Lauren Branning, has revealed some details about the special episode. Read on to know more!
Long-time viewers know that Jacqueline joined EastEnders when she was 17, but later, she left the show. She made a comeback last year. During an interview with OK! Magazine, the soap icon opened up on live episode plans. Although the details are being kept tightly under wraps, an interactive element will allow fans to play cupid in a love story.
The actress who plays the role of Lauren Branning also spoke about how she was excited about seeing the old faces returning to Walford, including Tracy Ann-Oberman and Louisa Lytton. “Yes, some old faces are back in Albert Square. Some absolute legends in the game, so that’s really cool. I love it,” she said. Jossa also mentioned that the live episode was revealed to them just hours before everyone else.
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With the BBC show approaching its 40th anniversary, Lauren actress mentioned how this milestone has to be different. She told the outlet, “It was kind of in the air and everyone was guessing whether we would, whether we’d do anything different to mark it.
But it’s our 40th – we’ve got to go big or go home!” We are so excited to see what the live episode brings and how we will get to be a part of it. So, don’t forget to tune in to Soap Opera Daily for more Eastenders updates! Do you like Jacqueline’s character on the show? Tell us in the comments below!
