EastEnders' 40th Anniversary: Martin's Heroic Death

EastEnders concluded its dramatic 40th anniversary week with a live episode that left fans heartbroken as Martin Fowler, played by James Bye, died after saving Stacey Slater from an explosion at the Queen Vic. The live performance included intense scenes where Martin and Stacey confessed their love and planned a future together, only for it to be tragically cut short. As Walford prepares for Martin's funeral, with Vicki Fowler returning after 20 years, Stacey struggles to break the news to their children, receiving support from friends. Concurrently, tension brews as Phil Mitchell, who survived a suicide attempt during the same chaotic events, finds himself estranged from his brother Grant. Meanwhile, Ian Beale warns Cindy against reporting Kathy for a previous attack, using the recent explosion as leverage to keep her silent. The anniversary week has been described as both emotional and gripping, delivering powerful storylines that resonated deeply with the audience.