Iconic EastEnders character teases their return from beyond the grave

It's an absolute yes from us

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by Eden-Olivia Lord |
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Over the years we've seen plenty of soap stars return to EastEnders after 'dying'; from Dirty Den making a comeback after he was shot and fell into a canal to Kathy Beale being dead for nine years but then returning to the Square - thanks to Phil Mitchell.

However one character who has been dead for a good few years but is often spoken about is the loveable Heather Trott.

She was brutally murdered by Ben Mitchell after he hit her over the head with a picture frame but now Cheryl Fergison - who played the character - has teased she could return to the show from the grave.

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Heather was brutally murdered by Ben in 2012 ©BBC

Sharing a photo of herself on Instagram she explained, "Ok so I’ve had lots of people asking if I could go back to @bbceastenders as Hevs long lost twin... so writers there’s a challenge and actually there is a storyline that could defo make that possible...

"Remember Hev’s mum (she was a wicked one) and aunt babes terrible past story of selling babies!! If you would like to see this epic come back let @bbceastenders know ... 👍".

It's safe to say that her followers were onboard and rushed to supports her 'return' with some even pitching storyline ideas.

"I'd bring her back as a ghosts then twist it that she is really is Heather's twin," wrote one viewer.

Another said, "100% bring Hev back, mess with Ben's head a little hahah this is a most definite make happen @bbceastenders".

Check out: EastEnders spoilers - Gray Atkins' violent streak returns

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The week begins with Gray and Chantelle returning from their honeymoon. Gray suggests she take another pregnancy test but when she points out it's too early he leads her upstairs and says they should try for another baby…

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Later Kat Moon almost drops herself in it when she tells Gray about the New Year's party but manages to quickly cover.Over at the salon everyone is ecstatic when Chantelle returns. She later bumps into Jags who reveals he's moved to the Square with his family.

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While Chantelle helps Jags with his shopping, an unimpressed Gray watches on. He later questions his wife about her relationship with Jags.

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After taking a pregnancy test and discovering that it's negative, Gray is agitated by Chantelle's attitude. He grabs her wrist and pulls her closer… it's clear Chantelle is in pain.

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The next day Gray begins quizzing Chantelle about Jags again which prompts her to keep her distance from the Panesar family.

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After Karen Taylor tells the rest of her family about Chantelle's accident, Keegan and Bailey Baker rush over to see their sister.

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Chantelle is on edge – following Gray's attitude – and things get even more tense when Jags arrives with his older brother and tries to flirt with her.

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Kheerat arrives and it's the final straw for Chantelle – she abruptly asks everyone to leave. Later keen to keep Gray happy, Chantelle is purposely rude to Kheerat.

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There's tension between Karen and Billy when she tests him. When Jay Brown overhears he reminds billy of his loyalty… Karen is then left devastated by Billy's actions.

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Karen slams Honey when she discovers Janet Mitchell isn't taking part in the pageant. She later has a change of heart and Billy is shocked when Lola Pearce reveals Karen was behind it all.

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Billy pays Karen a visit and thanks her. On the day of the beauty pageant he asks Karen to go with him.Janet wows the judges with her performance but Billy struggles to hide his frustration with Honey.

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Karen and Bailey tease Mitch about his life love and it prompts him to ask Honey out on a date. During their date, Mitch asks Honey why she's just eating a salad.

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Honey is left devastated when she overhears Mitch bad mouthing her to Bernadette Taylor and Bailey… Later, Honey tries to keep up appearances and makes food for herself in front of Billy and the kids.

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When Billy tries to reason with her, Honey shuts down his questions. When Lola spots Billy researching eating disorders, he is forced to tell her about Honey.Billy then blames himself for not realising how Honey has been suffering – he decides he's going to help her.

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Over to the Mitchell household and Louise is tired of constantly arguing with Ben and decides to take Denny Rickman to the café when her brother begins to vent about Sharon.Louise starts to feel uncomfortable when Karen approaches to see baby Peggy and then Sharon arrives.

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Louise opens up to Lisa about looking after Peggy. She then turns on Ben when he shares some harsh words and begins to talk about Sharon again.Later on Ben reassures Louise and takes her and Peggy to the pageant where they are joined by the Taylors, Billy, Lola and Honey.

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Ben is left elated when Lexi Mitchell performs a dance especially for him. Phil later discovers Ben has split from Callum Highway when his son says he's going out on a date.Lola is left buzzing when Denise Fox asks her to manage the salon.

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Whitney is shocked when she discovers there's a new stallholder joining the market – Leo King. On Leo's first day, Martin Fowler and Kush Kazemi warn him to stay out of everyone's way.

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Leo later tries to talk to Whitney in the café but she storms off. She's then startled when he arrives at her house and asks for a change to explain everything.

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Vinny Panesar gets involved in Keegan's business but is stunned when he discovers Iqra Ahmed is his business partner.

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Vinny helps Keegan get his moped and the pair head off, but they don't get very far because they're quickly stopped in their tracks.

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They rush to Gray's office to deliver the sandwiches but are unimpressed when Gray reveals their lateness has cost them.

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Vinny tries to explain the situation but Keegan stops him – adamant that Gray can't find out… A deflated Keegan and Vinny return home and they're quick to tell Tiffany Baker what happened.

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Jean is left unenthused when Mo suggests a séance to speak to Daniel…

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Cheryl with Linda Henry (aka Shirley Carter) and Bobby Davro (aka Vinnie Monks) ©Getty Images

Someone else argued, "I would defo love for Heather to come back to Eastenders. Ben and Phil are getting away with far too much about time they got a taste of their own medicine".

One more added, "This could also leave open doors for heathers son George to also return to EastEnders (:".

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In more EastEnders news, this week Gray and Chantelle Atkins return from their honeymoon and he's eager for his wife to take a pregnancy test.

Despite just coming back from their holiday Gray's mood sours when he spots his wife helping Jags Panesar with his shopping bags. As tension builds between the pair he turns violent towards her - will Chantelle seek help?

Elsewhere Billy Mitchell discovers Honey has an eating disorder, Ben and Louise Mitchell are at odds and Whitney Dean is left shocked by Leo King.

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