EastEnders spoilers for next week: Zoe reveals an explosive truth during Vic showdown with Sharon

Sharon is floored by Zoe's explosive revelation
Laura Morgan

Sharon makes a dramatic return to Walford in EastEnders spoilers next week and comes face-to-face with her former foe Zoe Slater. There’s no love lost between Sharon and the woman who helped cover up her father’s murder. But as tempers flare, Zoe drops a shock bombshell that changes everything.

Sharon looks shocked as she finds Vicki clutching an ice bag over her bruised face
Sharon’s homecoming is full of shocks (Credit: BBC)

Sharon is home in EastEnders spoilers

Sharon hasn’t been seen since January, but next week she’s back on the Square. A lot has happened since she last left, including the return of Sharon’s old enemy Zoe.

Arriving home, Sharon is shocked to spot Zoe standing outside of Number 31. The ladies have a long and complicated history, which dates back over 20 years. Long-time viewers will recall Sharon and Zoe’s messy love triangle with Dennis, as well as Zoe’s involvement in the murder of Sharon’s dad Den.

Vicki and Zack are thrilled to have Sharon back, but her mind is fixed on Zoe. Later, she heads over to The Vic to confront Zoe, but to everyone’s surprise Sharon offers her an olive branch.

As Sharon and Zoe make peace, the Slaters remain in a state of shock over recent events. Zoe tries to defend herself to Kat, Alfie and Stacey, but the trio remain suspicious. They are sure Zoe is still hiding secrets about her past.

Zoe looks defensive as she sits in The Vic
Zoe is still harbouring secrets (Credit: BBC)

Vicki and Zoe clash again

Next day, Sharon has an awkward encounter with former husband Phil. So much has gone on between them and Sharon wants to move forward. She asks Phil if he’ll look after Albie that evening for her, which he accepts.

Vicki and Zoe fight in EastEnders
Vicki and Zoe have another public brawl (Credit: BBC)

Sharon’s attention then turns to the financial mess Vicki has got herself into. She tries to speak to her sister, but Vicki is feeling the strain of solo parenting Joel and doesn’t want another lecture. As Vicki storms off she runs into Zoe and another argument erupts. Zack and Anthony witness their spat and rush to break it, but Zack gets whacked in the process.

Zack ends up injured in EastEnders

Zack is caught in the crossfire (Credit: BBC)

Meanwhile, Sharon and Phil are back on good terms as they share a warm exchange. The good mood doesn’t last long, however, when she finds out about Vicki’s run-in in with Zoe.

Angry, Sharon goes to the pub and demands an apology, but is rocked to the core by Zoe’s response.

Sharon is in turmoil in EastEnders

Sharon is heartbroken by Zoe’s claims (Credit: BBC)

Sharon’s world is turned upside down in EastEnders spoilers

Reeling in horror from what Zoe has told her, Sharon refuses to believe it’s true. Tempers quickly flare before Kat orders Sharon to get out.

Later at the cafe, Ian finds Sharon in a total state and takes her back to his for a chat with Kathy. Ian works hard to convince Sharon that Zoe is lying, but is that just wishful thinking?

Kat demands the truth from Zoe
Kat demands the truth from Zoe (Credit: BBC)

Elsewhere at Number 31, Kat and Alfie grill Zoe about her claims. Will it turn out she’s telling the truth? And what does this mean for Zoe and Sharon going forward?

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