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Callum Faces Heartbreak Over Ben's Divorce Papers
18 Feb
Summary
- Callum received divorce papers from Ben, fearing he may lose Lexi.
- Johnny confronted Callum about past rule-breaking for Ben.
- Callum and Johnny argue, and a friend of Ben's makes a request.
In recent events on EastEnders, Callum Highway has been served divorce papers by his estranged husband, Ben Mitchell. This development has left Callum heartbroken and anxious about his future relationship with Lexi, Ben's daughter.
Callum's personal turmoil is compounded by ongoing tension with his partner, Johnny Carter. Johnny confronts Callum, referencing instances where Callum previously broke rules for Ben, and expresses feelings of jealousy and being a lower priority. This leads to a heated argument, resulting in Callum asking Johnny to leave.
Adding to their difficulties, a friend of Ben's arrives with a deeply concerning request for Callum and Johnny. The exact nature of this request remains unclear, but it suggests further complications and potential trouble for the couple.
Ben Mitchell was previously arrested and extradited to the United States in 2024 for credit card fraud. He was later transferred to a facility in Manchester. The episode available on BBC iPlayer on February 18, 2026, depicts these events, with further developments expected in the February 19, 2026 episode.
