EastEnders actress Louisa Lytton set to return for soap's 40th anniversary

EastEnders is set to welcome back another notorious resident before its 40th anniversary as Louisa Lytton reprises the role of Ruby Allen for a prolonged stint later this year.

Viewers last saw Ruby Allen when she left Walford in November 2021, shortly after she claimed to be pregnant with Martin Fowler’s (James Bye) child, but Martin refused to believe her having discovered that Ruby had spouted a series of lies which led to Stacey’s (Lacey Turner) false imprisonment.

Whilst it is uncertain whether Ruby was in fact telling the truth about her pregnancy, her return is sure to cause chaos for Martin and Stacey who both thought they had seen the back of her for good…

Speaking on her return, Louisa Lytton said: “I am thrilled to have been asked back to the Square to revisit Ruby once more, and to shed some light on what the past three years have been like for her during her time away from Walford. I’ve always loved playing Ruby as there is never a dull moment and I cannot wait for everyone to see what Ruby has in store.”

 Chris Clenshaw, Executive Producer added: “I’m delighted to welcome Louisa Lytton back to the role of Ruby Allen. Ruby’s departure from Walford left many unanswered questions for Martin and Stacey, and her return is sure to unearth a whole heap of drama for her character and all those involved."

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