BBC/Composite: EastEnders Insider Share By Joel Harley Oct 8 2025 By Joel Harley Oct 8 2025 Louise Mitchell's whereabouts explained as Phil leaves Walford to visit his daughter What happened to Louise? Phil Mitchell Share By Joel Harley Oct 8 2025 By Joel Harley Oct 8 2025 Phil Mitchell is leaving Walford this week, as the EastEnders icon takes a much-needed break to visit prodigal daughter Louise. It’s been a week of family reunions for Phil, who reunited with son Ben during his surprise return yesterday (Tuesday, October 7). It wasn’t exactly a happy reunion for father and son though, as events were soon derailed by news of Callum and Johnny’s affair. As Ben learned what his cheating husband had been up to, a heated confrontation took place. And, as Ben decided to let Callum go, he announced plans for their divorce. Not much room left for bonding time between Phil and Ben, then. Phil’s off to see Louise in tonight’s episode – after a quick trip to the prison, where Kathy and Julie hope he’ll get through to Ben before he goes. But where is Louise, anyway? Article continues below Read all the latest spoilers Louise is the daughter of Phil Mitchell and Lisa Fowler (Credit: BBC) Who was Louise Mitchell in EastEnders? Louise Mitchell was the daughter of Phil Mitchell and Lisa Fowler. When Louise was born in 2001, Lisa didn’t want Phil to know, and initially passed her off as partner (and future husband) Mark’s child. When Lisa did finally admit the truth to Phil, he expected how you’d imagine – by demanding custody. A brutal tug-of-war ensued, at the end of which Lisa fled to Portugal with their daughter. This wouldn’t dissuade Phil though, and he followed her there, and eventually returned to Walford with Louise. Still, she left again soon after that, once Phil was arrested for the latest of his crimes, giving Lisa the opportunity to steal the child back. This back-and-forth continued for several years, with Louise returning for short stints in 2008, 2010 and 2016. In 2016, actress Tilly Keeper took over the role (making her the fourth Louise Mitchell) which she would play until her exit in 2020. Louise left Walford in 2020 (Credit: BBC) Where is Louise Mitchell? Louise’s final exit came as the culmination of a dramatic few years for Louise, during which she became involved with local lad Keanu Taylor – with whom she had daughter Peggy. Louise and Keanu’s relationship soured when she learned of his affair with Sharon Watts. Showing that the apple didn’t fall far from the tree, she staged Keanu’s kidnapping (with the help of Martin Fowler and brother Ben) and subsequent murder… no, the other one. Thinking Keanu dead, Louise became racked with guilt. After many a sleepless night she snapped, and attempted to smother baby Peggy to death. Thankfully, mum Lisa caught her before she could go through with it, and the pair decided to leave the Square together for a new life in Portugal. 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 Oct 8 2025 By Joel Harley Oct 8 2025