US EditionEastEnders' Michelle Ryan Says 'It Feels Like Home' as Fans Praise 'Surreal' Return
- Michelle Ryan returned to EastEnders as Zoe Slater on June 16, 2025, almost 20 years after she left the show in 2005.
- Ryan decided to return after reconnecting with former castmates and learning the new executive producer, Ben Wadey, was a fan of Zoe and the Slaters.
- Zoe's character, known for iconic storylines including a 2001 revelation that Kat Slater is her mother, has been portrayed as struggling and defensive in her comeback.
- The June 16 episode featuring Zoe's return drew 2.2 million viewers and sparked strong fan reactions describing the moment as "surreal" and "like coming home."
- Ben Wadey confirmed Zoe's return is part of many planned storylines, suggesting drama ahead and a challenging path for Zoe in Walford's ongoing narrative.
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BBC EastEnders fans gobsmacked as iconic star makes return after two decades away from soap
EastEnders fans were left astonished this week as iconic character Zoe Slater made a shock return to the BBC One soap after more than 20 years away.In Monday’s episode, viewers were stunned to see Michelle Ryan reprise her role as Zoe in a surprise reveal in the episode's closing moments. The fan-favourite character, last seen on the show in 2005, was shown in a fraught state and secretly in contact with her cousin Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner), …
EastEnders' Michelle Ryan reveals secret cast reunion before Zoe Slater's return
EASTENDERS actress Michelle Ryan has revealed the sweet gesture from her co-stars ahead of her epic soap return. Her character Zoe Slater stepped back into Walford in explosive scenes last night – with BBC bosses confirming she’ll be back for good after 20 years off-screen. ITVEastEnders’ Michelle Ryan has revealed the emotional secret reunion with the soap cast before Zoe Slater’s bombshell return[/caption] BBCHer character returned to Walford …
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