BBC Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google By Joel Harley 11 Dec 2025, 13:12 By Joel Harley 11 Dec 2025, 13:12 EastEnders fans disgusted by Sam's actions as she fleeces vulnerable Nigel: 'Too sick to bear' How could she?! Nigel Bates Sam Mitchell Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google By Joel Harley 11 Dec 2025, 13:12 By Joel Harley 11 Dec 2025, 13:12 EastEnders fans have registered their disgust at Sam Mitchell’s behaviour since returning to the soap this week – specifically, deciding to scam Nigel Bates. Sam made her surprise return to Walford last Friday, emerging from the shadows where she’d been lurking, watching Zoe Slater. Sam’s comeback, as it happened, had nothing to do with Zoe. No, she’s scared that she’s dying, and is out to secure a future for her son, Ricky Jr. In doing so, she broke into brother Phil’s safe and stole a wedge of his cash. Alas, it wasn’t long before Phil figured out what had happened, and took the money back. Once again penniless, Sam spotted another opportunity when Denise offered to give her the money if only she’d see a doctor about her cancer fears. Sam’s no fool though, and soon realised that she was being played. Enter generous, vulnerable Nigel… Sam was more than happy to take Nigel up on his offer (Credit: BBC) Sam decided to scam Nigel in EastEnders last night Returning to her brother’s home after dinner with Jack and Denise, Sam settled on her next plan – getting the money from Nigel, who had mistaken her for estranged stepdaughter Clare. Article continues below Read all the latest spoilers After taking Nigel for a coffee date, Sam snuck him off to the bank, where he was to transfer her the money. She almost had second thoughts for a while there, but Nigel, determined to help ‘Clare,’ was insistent. And, as Phil, Julie and Ricky Jr. caught up with them both, they were horrified to realise what Sam had done. A step too far, even for Sam?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. Confused Nigel happily stumped up the cash for Sam (Credit: BBC) Fans disgusted by Sam’s ‘vile’ Nigel scam As last night’s scenes aired, fans took to social media to share their revulsion at Sam’s latest actions. And to many, Sam had sunk to an all-new low. “I know Sam Mitchell is chaos but please have her leave Nigel alone. That’s just too sick to bear,” wrote one fan on X. “Sam should be imprisoned for defrauding a vulnerable man. Despicable,” said another. A third agreed: “Sam is horrid.” “Sam is vile!! How could she do that to Nige,” said a fourth. Is there any way back for Sam after this? Read more: Who’s leaving, joining and returning to 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 Joel Harley 11 Dec 2025, 13:12 By Joel Harley 11 Dec 2025, 13:12 Previous Story Next Story
