EastEnders fans are buzzing with Christmas predictions, and the Square is already drowning in theories. Some believe tragedy will strike Nigel; others think the Brannings and Slaters will face chaos like never before. With whispers about Zoe’s son, Cindy’s fate, and even Max uncovering secrets, the festive season could be unforgettable. Keep scrolling to know more.
Nigel’s Fate And Cindy’s Uncertainty In EastEnders
The biggest prediction circling the fandom is about Nigel. Many fans believe that Phil may take a huge step in the upcoming episodes. Fans believe that Phil will help Nigel end his life in the BBC soap. Nigel has been struggling with his dementia illness, and he wants to take this step before the disease takes him naturally. Many are comparing it to the emotional Dot and Ethel storyline. It was a Christmas moment, and it still lingers with the viewers.
One fan said, “Phil helps Nigel with assisted suicide and gets sent down for murder.” Others even believe that it would be Julie sending Phil behind bars. They feel a huge courtroom battle could be seen in the New Year. Some users say that Nigel could suffer a heart attack. They recalled his past medical history. And that brought Dot to his side. They assume that whatever happens, it will end in heartbreak.

Cindy, on the other hand, sits at the centre of another storm in her life. Fans wonder if she will be attacked or forced to leave Walford. According to some theories, her past may drag her into more chaos. We recently saw how the newcomer Jasmine Fisher was inquiring about Cindy’s past. One fan wrote,” Cindy might take a beating from Jasmine’s family.” Many think that it would be unfair to give Cindy two massive Christmas storylines in a row. However, others argue that the BBC soap has done it with the Carters’ family before.
Brannings, Slaters And The Next Generation
The Brannings and Slaters could also become a target in the upcoming Christmas storyline. The biggest bombshell would be Max discovering that Annie is his daughter. If such a revelation is made, it would destroy the Beales and Brannings. Ian, Kathy, Cindy, Peter, Lauren, Oscar and Max, everybody will be put at the centre if it happens. A fan pictured Oscar and Ian with a Christmas cracker, a truly Walford moment.

Meanwhile, fans wonder if Zoe’s daughter is still alive. They also want to know about her son. Fans believe that they will soon get to see him or maybe learn his name. One thing is clear, this Christmas could be more interesting and full of shocks than one could ever think about. For more EastEnders spoilers and updates, keep following Soap Opera Daily.