BBC/Composite: EastEnders Insider Share By Joel Harley Jul 20 2025 By Joel Harley Jul 20 2025 Anthony Trueman returning to EastEnders after 11 years He's back for his dad's wedding Anthony Trueman Nicholas Bailey Share By Joel Harley Jul 20 2025 By Joel Harley Jul 20 2025 The BBC have revealed that Anthony Trueman is returning to EastEnders after 11 years away from the soap. Played by Nicholas Bailey, Anthony is the son of Patrick Trueman, and will return to Walford for his dad’s wedding to Yolande later this year. Anthony was last seen in Walford in 2014, returning home after Patrick suffered a stroke. Prior to that, his original stint lasted from 2000 – 2005, setting the cat among the pigeons by having an affair with teenage local Zoe Slater – shortly after dating her mother, Kat. He’s back in Walford for his father’s upcoming wedding, but what he finds gives Anthony cause for concern, and he ends up sticking around longer than intended… Anthony’s back! (Credit: BBC) EastEnders confirms Anthony Trueman return Speaking of Anthony Trueman’s return, Executive Producer Ben Wadey said: “It’s great to welcome Nicholas back to the EastEnders family to reunite Patrick with his son. “But Anthony’s plan for a brief return to surprise his father ends up with him staying longer than he expected when he uncovers what has been going on in the Trueman household.” Article continues below Read all the latest spoilers According to a press release from the BBC, actor Nicholas Bailey has already begun filming, and his scenes will air later this summer. But what shocking development does Anthony uncover? And will it convince him to make a more permanent return to Albert Square? Anthony reunites with dad Patrick (Credit: BBC) Actor Nicholas Bailey teases soap comeback Announcing his return to the role, actor Nicholas Bailey said: “It is an unexpected treat to return to EastEnders and I’m full of gratitude to get the opportunity to revisit the character of Anthony.” He continued: “It’s wonderful to work with Rudolph Walker again – he’s such a big part of my journey as an actor and I loved filming my first scenes with him after so long. I’m excited to see what the passage of time has done to Anthony and explore his relationship with Patrick at this stage in their lives.” But what can viewers expect from Anthony’s return to Walford after all this time? And with old flame Zoe also set to make her comeback this year, what fireworks will go off between him, Zoe and Kat? 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 20 2025 By Joel Harley Jul 20 2025
