EastEnders: Keanu Taylor mystery deepens as behind-the-scenes photo shared

We're all very confused about this

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by Eden-Olivia Lord |
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The drama surrounding Keanu Taylor's sudden exit on EastEnders continues after Lorraine Stanley - who plays Karen Taylor - shared a behind-the-scenes photo of a scene that hasn't aired on TV.

We were pretty confused after the Christmas Day episode because even though Martin Fowler 'killed' Keanu we remember seeing photos of Keanu and Karen at the airportjust weeks before the festive episode...

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Keanu has faked his own death ©BBC

It all became clear during the a flashback episode when it showed Martin and Linda Carter faking Keanu's death, before he left the country without Phil, Ben and Louise Mitchell knowing.

However Lorraine has now left fans confused after sharing a photo of herself and her onscreen son Keanu at the hospital, even though viewers haven't seen him receive any medical attention.

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Keanu and Karen said their final farewells at the airport ©BBC

On Instagram she wrote, "I love you 'son' @danny_walters no acting required in those eps!! I’ve loved and learnt so much from working with you, thank you for inspiring me to be a better actor, now go smash it up!! ✌🏼❤️X

"@bbceastenders what a laugh we’ve had 🤣🤣🤣 'I want that one' #LittleBritain".

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Bex Fowler continues to grow concerned for Louise as she struggles to cope with baby Peggy. Meanwhile when Dotty Cotton joins Bex at the market it quickly becomes clear that the mischievous teenager likes Leo King.

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Bex bumps into Lisa Fowler and after the pair open up about Louise, it makes Lisa even more determined to help her daughter. Martin warns Ben to keep Louise under control and when he tracks down his sister he issues her a severe warning.

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Everything becomes too much for Louise and she ends up unloading her burden – Keanu is dead and she's responsible.

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Lisa is convinced her daughter is unwell and while she's out with baby Peggy, she calls a doctor. When Ian Beale and Sharon discover what Louise said, Shaz is certain it's not true.

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Desperate to help her daughter, Lisa tells Phil and Ben everything she knows. However while alone, Phil is left confused that Martin was the man Ben trusted to kill Keanu.

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Lisa tries to encourage Louise to get help but when Phil arrives he admits that Louise isn't lying about Keanu. Lisa is furious at her ex-husband and explodes at him, but he quickly reassures her that Louise will be okay.

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Ben is stunned when Callum arrives at the car lot… Meanwhile Stuart is thrilled to have Callum back and Rainie Branning makes it her mission to get him dating again; she even makes sure Ben overhears her plan.

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Later on when Ben spots Callum with a man he jumps to conclusions and assumes he's on a date and sets out to sabotage them.Callum is quick to confront his ex and issues him some home truths before admitting he can handle Ben's 'work'. However Callum is stunned by Ben's response…

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Phil is pleased when Dennis Rickman Jnr continues to ignore his mum Sharon but when he spots the police outside the Taylors he begins to worry…

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As the police question Karen about her son Keanu, she's quick to play things down. It's not long before the police arrive at Phil's…Rainie takes Callum's love life into her own hands and manages to set up a date for him. However is Callum ready to move on from Ben?

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Mick Carter lies to Shirley Carter about the hotel booking from New Year – he's unaware that she already knows. Shirley urges Mick to confront Linda.

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Linda arrives home and is shocked at Mick's accusation. She is later horrified when she discovers that she was at the hotel with a man. The next day Linda hides her hangover form Mick and feels a lot of pressure at work as Shirley keeps a close eye on her.

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Struggling with the stress, Linda sneaks out to drink but when Tina Carter arrives with a letter the Carters are elated at the news.

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Linda pops open the champagne to celebrate but when Shirley spots a worried Mick, she's quick to warn her daughter-in-law that she'll be watching her every move.

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Mick apologises to his wife for telling Shirley and Tina about the hotel booking. While working, Linda struggles when Daniel offers her a drink… Linda later plans to go out but Mick's suspicions begin to annoy her.

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Elsewhere Billy Mitchell is at a loss on how to help Honey and shares his worries with Lola Pearce. Honey is left distraught when she discovers it's been 6 weeks since Adam Bateman left the Square – she rushes to get a pregnancy test.

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When Ash Panesar catches up with her, Honey is forced to cover. Later Billy finds evidence that Honey is not eating and desperate to help – he does to extreme lengths.Honey makes a drastic decision and after being cornered by Ash, she's encouraged to take a pregnancy test.

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Honey refuses to listen to those around her but when he actions begin to impact Janet Mitchell, she finally confesses to Billy that she needs help.Honey forces herself to eat in front of Janet and Will Mitchell. While Billy is left delighted it dawns on Honey just how unwell she is.

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Kat Moon's birthday is fast approaching and Jean is determined to celebrate it and asks Habiba Ahmed to help out.

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Howver when Habiba thinks Jean is talking about Mo Slater, she's left puzzled… Despite the confusion, Kat's party ends up being a success.

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Dotty helps Leo King on his stall but when Kat learns her sabotaged her plan, she's furious.When Daniel arrives at the Slater's ahead of Jean Slater's chemotherapy appointment, Kat insists she take them.

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Meanwhile, Whitney Dean and Kat arrive to swap jobs to avoid Leo and when Whit throws herself into work – Leo is not impressed.

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Dotty continues to try and charm Leo but he shows his true colours when she mentions his dad tony… Later on, Dotty apologises and suggests they have a drink.

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Martin Fowlers is over the moon when he discovers the hit and run victim George is awake. Sonia promises to suss him out but she's left shaken following a conversation.

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Sonia lies to Martin about George and following another visit he has a demand of his own – Sonia is unaware that he's done his own investigating.

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Martin and Sonia enjoy keeping their relationship a secret but Sonia's mood takes a turn for the worse when George piles the pressure on her… A desperate Sonia does the unthinkable.

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Sonia encourages Dot to visit Charlie. She then arranges a drink with Martin. Kush Kazemi is thrilled to learn the pair have reunited but Martin is stunned when he returns home and finds a letter.

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Mitch Baker is relieved when the police leave Karen Taylor's as he's illegally been brewing gin. When his operation is jeopardised, Bailey Baker unknowingly inspires him. Despite Mitch's gin being a hit, he's forced to cancel his idea after a revelation from Karen.

Even though her photo could be from a deleted scene it has sparked speculation surrounding Keanu's exit and whether he's set to make a comeback very soon.

One of her followers questioned, "What's this a scene from anyone? Xxx".

Another commented, "I don't get it, what episode is this from?"

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Has Lorraine accidentally let slip an upcoming storyline? ©BBC

Someone else wrote, "I wonder, is there an extra sneaky story coming out as you are both in the hospital?"

A fourth asked, "Why is he in a wheelchair?"

One more added, "Just given away that Keanu will get hospitalised".

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Hopefully we'll find out soon what the photo is from very soon - maybe next month when EastEnders celebrate their 35th anniversary.

Keanu did tell Karen that the Mitchells will "get what's coming to them" and Sharon Mitchell - who has been shunned by her family - is still pregnant on the Square.

Will she and Keanu partner up and attempt to get revenge on them?

In EastEnders next week, Sharon and Ian Beale overhear Louise tell her mum Lisa Fowler that Keanu is dead.

Sharon is certain it's not true but will she start to believe a devastated Louise?

Meanwhile Linda is stunned when she hears about her drunken behaviour, Honey Michell has a pregnancy scare and Martin's hit and run victim wakes up in hospital.

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