‘EastEnders’ icon Patsy Palmer returning for brief stint

‘EastEnders’ favourite Bianca Jackson, played by Patsy Palmer, is returning to Albert Square for a brief stint it has been confirmed.

Last seen on screen in 2019, Bianca will reappear this Spring for a short return to the soap. Palmer reprises her role as Whitney (Shona McGarty) and Zack (James Farrar) visit Bianca in Milton Keynes following her off-screen break-up with Terry (Terry Alderton), but it’s not long before chaos ensues.

Bianca first landed on our screens in 1993 as the fiery, sharp-tongued daughter of Carol Jackson (Lindsey Coulson) and remains heavily connected to Walford through the Branning family and two of the show’s much-loved characters, step-daughter Whitney Dean and sister Sonia Fowler (Natalie Cassidy). Over her 13 collective years in Albert Square, Bianca was never far away from drama having been involved in some of the show’s most iconic storylines including the discovery that David Wicks (Michael French) was her dad, her tumultuous relationship with Ricky Butcher (Sid Owen) and Whitney’s abuse within the family storyline which aired in 2008.

Bianca’s return will premiere in a special episode focusing on Whitney and the drama she faces in Milton Keynes…

On returning to EastEnders, Palmer said: “I’m so excited to be reprising the role of Bianca. ‘EastEnders’ holds such a special place in my heart so it’s always a pleasure to be back.”

Chris Clenshaw, Executive Producer added: “I’m thrilled to welcome the fabulous Patsy back to the iconic role of Bianca Jackson. Although the character was last seen on-screen in 2019, Bianca still remains a fan favourite. We know our audiences will be thrilled at her return as she is thrust into the heart of the drama alongside step-daughter Whitney.”

Fans can tune in to BBC One and iPlayer this Spring to see Bianca return to Walford.