Nigel Bates returns to EastEnders

Nigel Bates makes Christmas return to EastEnders
Nigel Bates has returned to the BBC soap EastEnders for the first time in 26 years in a special Christmas Eve episode. The character, played by Paul Bradley, appeared at a community centre where Yolande Trueman,
EastEnders fans convinced Nigel Bates’ return means HUGE soap legend will make shock comeback after years of rumours
EASTENDERS fans are convinced Nigel Bates’ return means one huge soap legend will make a shock comeback after years of rumours. Paul Bradley, 69, has left BBC viewers stunned as he reprises his
EastEnders star reacts to surprise return after 26 years
Nigel Bates has made his way back to Walford after 26 years away, with the character making a shock appearance on the Christmas Eve episode.
Who is Nigel Bates in EastEnders and has actor Paul Bradley appeared in another soap?
Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley) has made an unannounced return to EastEnders after 26 years in tonight’s episode. The character appeared between 1992 and 1998, though hasn’t been seen since. It was first reported earlier this month that actor Paul Bradley would be reprising his role ahead of the 40th Anniversary celebrations next year.
EastEnders fans double take as legend returns after 26 years looking 'so different'
EastEnders icon Nigel Bates made his return to the soap after 26 years - but fans were left gobsmacked as they said they didn't even recognise him and had to rewind the TV
Lights, camera, action for choir in EastEnders
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Emmerdale wins battle of the Christmas Eve soaps ratings with Joe Tate’s comeback beating EastEnders’ Nigel Bates
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EastEnders introduces new Cindy Beale mystery in early iPlayer release
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Call The Midwife star Daniel Laurie's surprising life – real age and EastEnders icon dad
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EastEnders airs outcome of shocking Nish threat
EastEnders spoilers follow. EastEnders has aired a scary incident for Denise Fox following Nish Panesar's break from prison.
11 huge EastEnders spoilers for next week
Next week on EastEnders, Suki and Eve's wedding is under threat as evil Nish prepares to destroy the couple's happiness once and for all. Elsewhere, Stacey is threatened by Martin's growing attachment ...
EastEnders’ most shocking Christmas Day episodes from tragic deaths to iconic returns
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