Nancy Carter is RETURNING to EastEnders

It's been five years since she was last in Walford

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by Eden-Olivia Lord |
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EastEnders fans rejoice because Mick and Linda Carter's daughter Nancy is returning to Walford.

The last time viewers saw her in Albert Square was back in 2016 when she left alongside her husband Tamwar Masood for a new life in New Zealand.

Now Maddy Hill, who plays the character, has confirmed she back on the BBC show.

"I’m so excited to be coming back and reconnecting with all the hilarious, warm, talented cast and crew and meeting some lovely new faces.

"I absolutely loved playing Nancy and have often wondered what she’s up to, so feel very grateful to be able to rediscover her five years on," she's said.

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Nancy is returning to Walford ©BBC

EastEnders' Executive Producer Jon Sen has also said, "We’re delighted to have Maddy back and I can’t wait for audiences to see what’s in store for Nancy.

"There’s a lot of mystery surrounding her return and she’s coming back to a family that have been through a very difficult year – things are definitely not as Nancy left them."

He added, "Maddy is a fantastic actor and we feel very lucky to have her back in Walford."

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Mick feels uncomfortable when he spots Linda and Max chatting. Jack, who has also seen the exchange, tells his brother to keep Mick's abuse a secret.

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After finding a USB stick at Jack's house, Max storms over to Phil's and makes it clear that he has evidence on him that could land him in prison for a long time.

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While Jean tells Sharon to give Phil another chance, Kat Moon tries to tell her friend that she could do better.

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Linda is left seething when she discovers that Max and Jack know about Mick's abuse. It's not long until Mick discovers the truth and punches Max.

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He also threatens Max to keep away from Linda. Mick then tells his wife that he can't move on if Max is around.

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Linda tells Max that she doesn't love him and wants him to leave Walford and when Jack reiterates what Linda has said, Max makes a decision.

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He heads to the train station with baby Abi and makes a big decision…

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Iqra refuses Ash's apology but when Peter Beale spots his friend, he encourages her to go out with him.

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Iqra tells Martin Fowler the truth – it was Ruby's fault he got attacked and it leaves Martin shocked.

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Peter flirts with Ash but she politely declines. Later after a freak accident he ends up in hospital and opens up about his feelings for her.

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When Kush tells Stacey that Ruby masterminded his escape plan with Arthur, she's furious and assumes Ruby isn't even pregnant. She then plots to expose Ruby's pregnancy.

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At the club a few city boys admire Tiffany Baker from afar but she shrugs it off and shows them her wedding ring. However it gives Dotty Cotton an idea…

It's not yet known what Nancy will get up to but she's had huge storylines in the past.

During the two years Nancy was in the Square we saw her plan to marry Wayne Ladlow in a tracksuit, suffer from seizures and find love with Tamwar.

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While Nancy has been in New Zealand her parents have almost split twice.

Late last year Linda Carter's drinking problem spiralled out of control and she almost drowned at the Thames Boat party. After giving up booze and moving out of The Vic it appeared that things were back on track... Until Mick's secret daughter arrived in the Square.

Mick was unaware that his abuser Katy Lewis fell pregnant with his daughter Frankie Lewis. While Mick struggled with his mental health, Linda grew closer to Max Branning and she almost left Walford with him.

However after Mick opened up about his battles they managed to make things work and are back on track.

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