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,
Nigel Bates EastEnders return reason 'revealed' as huge secret teased
EastEnders aired a blast from the past on Christmas Eve, as Nigel Bates, played by actor Paul Bradley, returned to the BBC soap for the first time in almost 30 years
Paul Bradley reveals why he returned to EastEnders as Nigel Bates after 26 years away from soap
PAUL Bradley has revealed exactly why he agreed to return to EastEnders – after 26 years away from Nigel Bates. The actor has left fans of the BBC One soap stunned as he reprises his
EastEnders boss confirms long stint for Nigel Bates in Phil storyline after mysterious Christmas return
The character was last seen on Albert Square in 1998 departing for a new life in Scotland with his girlfriend Julie Haye (Karen Henthorn), her son Josh Saunders (Jon Lee), and Nigel's beloved step-daughter Clare Bates (Gemma Bissix).
Nigel Bates makes shock return to EastEnders
Nigel Bates is back in Walford for the first time in 26 years as EastEnders viewers got a festive surprise when Phil's friend returned to Walford on Christmas Eve. Viewers saw Nigel in tonight's Christmas Eve episode when he turned up at the community centre where Yolande Trueman was volunteering.
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
Members of an amateur choir had a starring role in the BBC's EastEnders Christmas Eve special. When viewers tuned in to watch ...
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 ...
EastEnders fans shocked as they work out Junior Knight’s real age and actor’s role on rival soap
EASTENDERS fans are shocked after discovering Junior Knight’s real age and actor’s previous role on a rival soap. Walford ...
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 ...
EastEnders return three decades in the making as 90s legend reunites with Phil
He is fondly remembered for his romance with Debbie Tyler (Nicola Duffett).
Face from the past makes EastEnders return
Nigel Bates has returned to EastEnders for the first time in 26 years in the soap's Christmas Eve episode. The character, ...
EastEnders introduces new Cindy Beale mystery in early iPlayer release
EastEnders has introduced a new mystery as Cindy Beale’s secrets are set to be revealed, in the show’s latest episode. Elaine ...
EastEnders cast enjoy wild Christmas bash with Bianca Jackson star Patsy Palmer as DJ
The cast of EastEnders let their hair down in style ahead of the soap's two festive specials on Christmas Day, which look set ...