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Sharon Returns: EastEnders Fan Favorite's Comeback Confirmed
16 Mar
Summary
- Sharon Watts' return to EastEnders hinted at in recent dialogue.
- Actress Letitia Dean last appeared on screen in October 2025.
- Another character, Cora Cross, is also set to return after seven years.
Fans of EastEnders are buzzing with speculation about Sharon Watts' imminent return to the BBC One soap. A seemingly minor mention of her character in a recent conversation between Phil Mitchell and his nephew Mark Fowler Jr has been interpreted as confirmation of her comeback. Sharon, portrayed by Letitia Dean, has been absent from screens since October 16, 2025, having been in Florida.
This brief reference to Sharon's eventual return has ignited hope among viewers eagerly awaiting her reappearance. Social media platforms were flooded with fan reactions expressing excitement and anticipation. The mention of Sharon's return comes as another beloved character, Cora Cross, is also set to rejoin the EastEnders cast after a seven-year hiatus.
Cora Cross, played by Ann Mitchell, was last seen in November 2018. Her return will coincide with Mother's Day celebrations, where she will be reunited with her family. The episode featuring Cora's return is scheduled to air on March 16, 2026, and has already been made available on BBC iPlayer.
