BBC Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google By Laura Morgan 31 Mar 2026, 20:03 By Laura Morgan 31 Mar 2026, 20:03 Nicola's sinister threat against Penny results in her own baby tragedy tomorrow Nicola has gone nuclear over Penny’s baby lie in EastEnders by issuing her a shock ultimatum. Either Penny does a DNA test to prove the... Harry Mitchell Nicola Mitchell Penny Branning Vinny Panesar Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google By Laura Morgan 31 Mar 2026, 20:03 By Laura Morgan 31 Mar 2026, 20:03 Nicola has gone nuclear over Penny’s baby lie in EastEnders by issuing her a shock ultimatum. Either Penny does a DNA test to prove the paternity of her child, or Nicola will tell Vinny and Harry everything. Tensions continue to mount tomorrow as Nicola tells Penny she’s got until the end of the day. But their battle takes a heartbreaking turn when Nicola ends up going into premature labour. Penny gives Oscar and Lauren the juicy details (Credit: BBC) Penny comes clean to Oscar and Lauren So far Penny’s only let two people into her secret – Oscar and Lauren. Today’s EastEnders began with the pair paying a visit to Penny to get more details. Penny revealed she and Harry had hooked-up the day he went into rehab. In her own words: “We talked for ages, one thing led to another but we used protection, then a few weeks later me and Vinny got together, it was New Year’s, we didn’t use anything.” Oscar was amused by his cousin’s misfortune and didn’t see why Vinny really had to find out. But Lauren felt there was only one course of action – that Penny take a paternity test. Penny’s guilt started to overwhelm her as she lashed out at Suki. Nicola intervened and took Penny back to Harry’s Barn for a mocktail and chat. Penny revealed not everything was as she expected with the scan, setting the cogs whirring in Nicola’s mind. Article continues below Read all the latest spoilers Nicola threatens to out Penny (Credit: BBC) EastEnders: Nicola rumbles Penny’s baby lie Meanwhile, oblivious Vinny was busy making plans for his and Penny’s future. Wanting to make the dream of Penny’s Place a reality, Vinny surprised his girlfriend with a lease for a premises for her shop, complete with deposit and six months’ paid rent. But danger was looming. Nicola had found out from Harry about his one-off with Penny and decided he must be the dad. Going on the attack, Nicola confronted Penny about her theory and demanded she did a DNA test or else she’ll expose her secret. Nicola goes into early labour (Credit: BBC) There’s heartbreak ahead for Nicola Tomorrow’s EastEnders brings more baby drama, but this time it’s not Penny’s.Don't miss a single story! Add us as a Preferred Source in Google for all your EastEnders newsIt's important to us that you never miss our articles when searching for stories! We have all the latest TV news & schedules to share with our community of loyal readers. Click here and tick TVGuide.co.uk to ensure you see stories from us first in Google Search. As George prepares for the grand opening of Knight Fusion, Nicola piles the pressure on Penny to do the DNA test. In turmoil, Penny seeks advice from Oscar and Lauren before returning to confront Nicola at the club. After a tense showdown, Penny is going to leave when Nicola is suddenly overcome with pain. Fearing for the baby’s health, Harry urges his mum to go to hospital. Nicola refuses to listen and carries on. But her blackmail threat against Penny is put on hold when Nicola suddenly starts experiencing contractions. Realising she’s in premature labour, Nicola is terrified. Is tragedy about to strike? Read more: Who’s leaving EastEnders? Complete list of cast exits, arrivals and returns Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google Good to Know Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google By Laura Morgan 31 Mar 2026, 20:03 By Laura Morgan 31 Mar 2026, 20:03 Previous Story Next Story
