Joanna Bending Appears on EastEnders

Beth Cordingly, known for her role as Ruby in Emmerdale, has returned to social media after a brief hiatus, delighting fans who expressed concern during her absence. She confirmed her return with a birthday greeting video while traveling by train. Meanwhile, on rival soap operas, Gareth Thomas, who plays Todd on Coronation Street, shared a friendly reunion with Matt Di Angelo from EastEnders, surprising fans with their camaraderie despite being on opposing shows. Additionally, Joanna Bending, who stars in the soon-to-end Doctors, made a cameo in EastEnders as social worker Jackie Fairhurst, addressing a serious storyline involving Kat Slater's son. The final episode of Doctors is set to air in December 2024 due to budget constraints, leaving fans nostalgic. Bending expressed her excitement on Instagram about her appearance on EastEnders, garnering enthusiastic reactions from her followers.