BBC Share By Joel Harley Dec 5 2025 By Joel Harley Dec 5 2025 EastEnders fans U-turn on 'hated' Anthony as he exposes Howie Fans are here for Anthony's heel turn Anthony Trueman Howie Danes Share By Joel Harley Dec 5 2025 By Joel Harley Dec 5 2025 Anthony Trueman exposed Howie Danes as a liar and a thief in EastEnders this week, giving his rival both barrels at an emotionally charged engagement party. After learning that Howie had told Kim about his restraining order, Anthony was out for revenge. And, as the family gathered for Howie and Kim’s engagement party, the Doctor found the perfect mic-drop moment. His hackles rising as Patrick described Howie as being ‘like a son,’ Anthony fired off a shocking outburst which left the Fox/Trueman clan stunned. Anthony’s rant had the desired effect – Kim ended things with Howie, leaving him an outcast from the family. Patrick wasn’t exactly thrilled to learn about the restraining order, but Anthony managed to pass it off as ‘lies’ from his ex-wife, easily enough. Dramatic scenes! And, to many, Anthony’s best since returning to the soap. Anthony didn’t hold back (Credit: BBC) EastEnders fans U-turn on ‘dark’ Anthony following Howie confrontation Taking to social media as this week’s showdown aired, viewers shared their thoughts on Anthony’s outburst. To some, this was a turning point for Anthony, after weeks of fans blasting his ‘creepy,’ and ‘out of character’ behaviour. Article continues below Read all the latest spoilers “Ok I don’t rlly like Anthony but he did eat that speech,” wrote one fan on Instagram. “ANTHONY in da house!!!!” praised another. A third echoed: “I like this Anthony he’s not boring anymore.” “This dark Anthony is so camp, it’s hilarious. He’s unhinged and I can’t wait to see what else he’s going to get up to,” a fourth said. What does Anthony have planned next? And what’s the truth behind Sophie’s restraining order? Kat warns Anthony away from Zoe (Credit: BBC) Anthony turns on Patrick in next week’s spoilers As the soap continues next week, Kim mourns the collapse of her relationship. Meanwhile, Anthony is furious when he learns that Patrick has spoken to his ex-wife, and turns on his dad. After learning about how things ended with his marriage, Kat warns Anthony to stay away from Zoe. Later, she also tells Zoe to keep her distance from Anthony. Will either Zoe or Anthony listen to reason? 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 Dec 5 2025 By Joel Harley Dec 5 2025 Previous Story Next Story
