EastEnders' Oscar Branning returning to soap and will bring the 'drama' after 8 years away

EastEnders is known for bringing back characters to Albert Square. And this time is no different as Oscar Branning is set to make a return to Walford after eight years away.

Oscar is the son of Tanya and Max Branning but the mum of three fled Walford to get away from her toxic husband, with her young son in tow.

Oscar has not been seen on screen since 2017 when he made a brief appearance on the BBC soap to celebrate Father's Day with his elated dad, in full view of other residents at the Queen Victoria pub.

And while Oscar, who is now 17, has always been a little on the quieter side leaving the family drama in the hands of his parents and elder sisters, Lauren and Abi, it seems sparks are set to fly this time round.

Speaking about Oscar's upcoming appearance played by Pierre Moullier, Executive Producer Ben Wadey said: "I’m very excited to bring Oscar Branning back to Walford and introduce viewers to him now that he’s all grown up."

He added: "Oscar is very much a Branning which means there’s going to be plenty of drama in store this summer. We’re delighted to welcome Pierre as he takes on the role and can’t wait for viewers to see him bring Oscar to life."

And when asked how he felt to be joining an iconic soap, actor Pierre explained: "It’s pretty surreal to join EastEnders - it keeps hitting me that I’m actually on Albert Square!"

He went on to explain: "When I found out I was joining the Brannings, it was so exciting as they are such an iconic family, and I love that there are so many skeletons in the closet."

He added: "Oscar is so much fun to play, and the audience should be prepared for the unexpected as he’s a complex guy!"

But Oscar's character is not the only one to have made a comeback, so too has Zoe Slater played by Michelle Ryan.

Twenty years has passed since Michelle was last seen in Walford. And her most memorable scene was in 2001 when she screamed at Kat Slater in the middle of the square "you ain't my muvva." To which Kat emotionally responded: "Yes I am."

But according to the BBC website, Michelle claimed that returning to the show was "like coming home."

Ben Wadey said that before taking on the role of Executive Producer, Michelle's character Zoe was on his wish-list.

He admitted to the website: "I was absolutely delighted when Michelle agreed to return, and I'm thrilled to welcome her back to Walford."

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