Following over two decades out of Walford, Vicki Fowler has returned unexpectedly to Albert Square in EastEnders. She made her return at Martin Fowler‘s funeral, where she arrived to stand in for her mourning mum, Michelle. Although a great deal has altered in the Square since she last left, it wasn’t long before old favorites such as Sharon Watts caught up with Vicki.
Sharon’s questioning of Spencer resulted in Vicki’s admission: she asserted to have cut it out with him over his cheating and subsequently moved on to a new love interest, Ross Marshall. However, there was more to come.
Alfie Moon, Spencer’s big brother, was the first to scoff at the thought that Spencer would cheat. With a phone call to his brother, Alfie was told the truth—Vicki had cheated, and with none other than Spencer’s best friend, Ross. So just who is Spencer Moon—and what is the true tale of his many years with Vicki?
EastEnders: Spencer and Vicki- From Teenage Sweethearts to Bitterness and Betrayal
Spencer Moon, Alfie’s younger brother, first appeared in EastEnders 2002. After the tragic deaths of both parents, his grandmother, Nana Moon, raised him. They moved to Walford when Alfie inherited The Queen Vic. From the start, Spencer is depicted as well-intentioned but frequently gets into trouble.
He briefly dates Kelly Taylor, but their relationship ends because of a misunderstanding over Alfie’s paying her for a date. When he gets involved in shady business, such as selling stolen items for Mickey Miller, he frequently gets his older brother in trouble.
Spencer‘s life on the Square reached its dramatic conclusion in 2004. Back then, he was caught attempting to retrieve drugs dumped by his cousin, Danny Moon, at Pauline Fowler‘s home. Vicki and Spencer first became a pair in 2003 when she came over from Florida.
The two were close fast enough, but Pauline frowned upon their relationship to the extent of kicking Spencer out after a harmless coffee date. Their relationship took a serious turn after a one-night stand resulted in Vicki becoming pregnant. She decided not to keep the baby, despite Sharon offering her £10,000 to raise the child as her own. Spencer, who felt ready for fatherhood, was crushed by Vicki’s decision to have an abortion.
In spite of this tragic episode, the two reconciled later when their car broke down on the Scottish moors. Although their romance never regained its former glory, it was discovered years later that they had re-met in Australia. Now, with Vicki home in Walford—and Ross-Vicki’s relationship revealed to be a betrayal—the wounds between her and Spencer are perhaps not quite healed after all.
Where is Christopher Parker—Spencer Moon alias—Now?
Christopher Parker, who portrayed Spencer, debuted on TV in an uncredited appearance on London’s Burning. He was also a stunt double in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets in 2002. His popularity went through the roof when he made it to the final of the first series of Strictly Come Dancing. He then became a regular presence on CBBC with Fearne Cotton and presented shows such as CD: UK, MTV News, and Radio Disney. He also served as an entertainment correspondent for This Morning.
His acting credits include a brief appearance on Hotel Babylon and presenting the game show Soap Star Bingo on Gala Bingo TV in 2009. He made his final TV appearance in 2010 during the celebrity version of Total Wipeout, which was produced in Argentina. Since leaving showbiz, Parker has had a complete career change. He studied law and is now a senior consultant for the London-based company Ignition Law.
His professional biography says he specializes in negotiating TV presenter and broadcaster contracts. He also acts for personalities across different areas of the media sector. While Spencer Moon might not be seen in the Square, the actor who portrayed him has certainly written a new chapter. We will keep you posted on what happens next in EastEnders. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily!
