BBC/Composite: EastEnders Insider Share By Joel Harley Jul 16 2025 By Joel Harley Jul 16 2025 4 fan theories for future Oscar romances following bisexual reveal 'No-one's safe,' joked Uncle Jack Features Oscar Branning Share By Joel Harley Jul 16 2025 By Joel Harley Jul 16 2025 The arrival of Oscar Branning in EastEnders has fans begging to know more about ‘mini bisexual Max Branning’ – and whether he’ll follow in his father’s footsteps as a massive lothario. Oscar opened up to uncle Jack in last night’s episode (Tuesday, July 16), speaking of how he was attracted to both men and women (“both ways, innit”) and his relationship to his dad. Jack didn’t exactly seem surprised to hear that his nephew is bisexual, joking that no one in Walford was ‘safe.’ All of which begs the question, who will Oscar likely hit it off with once he’s settled on Albert Square? Fans have been sharing their theories on social media, and four likely candidates have emerged… What will Lily make of Oscar? (Credit: BBC) 1. EastEnders fans predict history to repeat with Oscar and Lily Slater romance Given the Brannings’ history with the Slaters, it’s likely that Oscar will follow in both his father and his uncle’s footsteps and embark on some kind of relationships with a Slater girl. As the closest to him in age, 15-year-old Lily will likely fit the bill when she returns to the soap later this year. “I think they may continue the Branning/Slater cycle and have Oscar become interested in Lily which would [expletive] Stacey off and give her some conflict with Max,” suggested one fan on X. Article continues below Read all the latest spoilers “Oscar and Lily sitting in a tree with Max and Stacey in another tree , kissing , kissing,” joked another. “Maybe Lily will come back and her and Oscar will get together?” a third said, over on Reddit. With Lily being the daughter of Stacey and Oscar being Max’s son, there would be a certain poetry to a Lily and Oscar relationship. Let the fireworks ensue. Some have wondered whether Tommy is struggling with his sexuality (Credit: BBC) 2. Oscar to date Tommy Moon following bisexual reveal? There’s been some speculation in recent months that young Tommy Moon may be set to come out as LGBTQ+. If so, then a future coming out storyline may see Tommy and Oscar embark upon a romantic relationship. “Oscar and Tommy gonna be a couple then,” predicted one fan. “When I look into my non-existent crystal ball, I see a future storyline in the making with bi/pan Oscar in a will they or won’t they arc and eventual hook up with Tommy,” said another. “I had that exact same thought, too. Tommy being a cousin of Stacey’s would make that too funny,” a third wrote. Anything to get Tommy away from vile Joel’s influence… Avani was amused by Oscar’s carrying on (Credit: BBC) 3. Oscar flirted with Avani Nandra-Hart last night In last night’s scenes, Oscar made eyes at Avani from across the cafe. Menacing dad Ravi soon intercepted to send the newcomer packing (although he didn’t dangle this one over a bridge or lock him in a freezer), but it was clear Avani wasn’t exactly disinterested. “Are they trying to set up a Avani and Oscar romance next?” asked one fan. “Yeah, Avani likes a guy who’s a little bit rough round the edges – Oscar provides that,” said another. “I wonder there be romance between him and Avani?” a third asked. Look out Barney… you’ve got competition. Stacey came face-to-face with the offspring of Max Branning (Credit: BBC) 4. Not Stacey Slater… surely? “Dad, brother, uncle… wanna make it four in a row?” Oscar joked, after meeting Stacey in the chip shop last night. Without shaming anyone, Stacey has shown a certain proclivity for Branning men… and vice versa. Might history repeat itself between Oscar and Stacey? “I really hope the show isn’t hinting at an Oscar/Stacey affair. Don’t do it, show,” begged one fan on X. “Oscar and stacey on my screen together. Their affair looms,” said another. Given that Stacey is 36 years old and Oscar only 17, this seems like an unlikely prospect… but let us not forget that she was only 18 or so when she first slept with Max. Would EastEnders really go there? Read more: Who’s leaving, joining and returning to EastEnders? Complete list of cast exits, arrivals and returns. Share Good to Know Share By Joel Harley Jul 16 2025 By Joel Harley Jul 16 2025
