EastEnders SPOILER: Cast spotted filming funeral scenes as shock death rocks Albert Square… but who is set to lose their life?
EastEnders have began filming funeral scenes as another death hits Albert Square.
Fans of the BBC soap will already know that someone will lose their life next week as Hunter Owen goes on a rampage with murderous intent in the aftermath of Whitney Dean and Callum Highway’s wedding.
However, filming pictures show that yet another character will meet their maker later in the year, with the funeral scenes set to be aired in early November.
Who dies? EastEnders have began filming funeral scenes as another death hits Albert Square (pictured L-R Jamie Borthwick (Jay Brown), Danielle Harold (Lola Pierce), Perry Fenwick (Billy Mitchell) and Max Bowden (Ben Mitchell))
The identity of the unfortunate victim has been been kept a closely guarded secret by soap bosses, with viewers set to make the discovery in the autumn.
However, it’s been teased that the death will be a shock for fans.
A source revealed to the Daily Star on Sunday: ‘There’s going to be tragedy in Walford. Execs had a number of meetings about the storylines they wanted to do this autumn and it was decided it was the right thing to kill someone off.
‘They think it will be a good way to keep viewers hooked. And it will keep things fresh.’
Shock death: Fans of the BBC soap will already know that someone will lose their life next week as Hunter Owen goes on a rampage with murderous intent in the aftermath of Whitney Dean and Callum Highway’s wedding
Laid to rest: However, filming pictures show that yet another character will meet their maker later in the year, with the funeral scenes set to be aired in early November
The insider added: ‘It’s not one of the central characters. But, as with any death on EastEnders, it will be a big moment for fans.’
It is said that the death will happen off-screen, but the funeral will be aired.
Filming images showed actors characters Perry Fenwick (Billy Mitchell), Jamie Borthwick (Jay Brown), Danielle Harold (Lola Pierce) and Max Bowden (Ben Mitchell) filming on location last week.
Though the exact details of the storyline have yet to be revealed, images show Lola comforting on/off flame Jay as he appeared upset by the day’s events.
Unknown: The identity of the unfortunate victim has been been kept a closely guarded secret by soap bosses, with viewers set to make the discovery in the autumn.
Comfort: Though the exact details of the storyline have yet to be revealed, images show Lola comforting on/off flame Jay as he appeared upset by the day’s events
Support: Lola puts a comforting arm on Jay’s back
Chat: Jay and Lola play an integral part of the funeral scenes
Who could it be? BBC bosses have stayed tight-lipped on the identity of the deceased person
While another image shows Ben and Billy looking sombre and reflective and they shared serious chat.
As ever with EastEnders, drama was never far away as Lola and Jay were also seen at loggerheads as they appeared to have a disagreement over something.
However, there were a few light-hearted moments as the soap stars were pictured having a giggle as they took a break in between scenes.
Melancholy: Another image shows Ben and Billy looking sombre and reflective and they shared serious chat
In character: Jamie Borthwick and Max Bowden were on hand to film scenes as Jay and Ben
On location: Lola is seen looking distressed as Ben has a serious chat with his relative Billy
Row: As ever with EastEnders, drama was never far away as Lola and Jay were also seen at loggerheads as they appeared to have a disagreement over something
Tense: The on/off couple were involved in a tense altercation
Feud: Jay and Lola squared up to each other in fiery scenes
The funeral scenes come following the death of another character, set to happen next week.
After his escape from prison, a bitter Hunter swear revenge on Jack Branning, who shopped him to the police in the first place.
Following his discovery that the ex-copper is in the Queen Vic, Hunter heads over with his mum Mel Owen’s gun in his hand and murder on his mind.
Jolly: However, there were a few light-hearted moments as the soap stars were pictured having a giggle as they took a break in between scenes
Faaamily: Soap veteran Perry filmed scenes with on-screen granddaughter Danielle
Chit chat: Max has embraced the role of bad boy Ben Mitchell since taking over the role earlier this year
Gleeful: Max and Danielle appeared in a joyful mood, despite filming funeral scenes
Uh oh! Mechanic turned funeral director Jay is forced to fix a faulty tire
Get to work: Jay put his mechanic skills to use as he changed a tire as the journey to the cemetery spelled disaster
Death on the Square: Insiders have teased that the death will be a shock for fans
In the aftermath of the wedding, it’s known that Whitney, Ben and Callum are in the pub, as well as other guests.
But viewers will have to wait and see which character’s time in Walford comes to a brutal end.
EastEnders continues Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays on BBC One.
Heartbreak: A source revealed to the Daily Star Sunday: ‘There’s going to be tragedy in Walford
Plans: ‘Execs had a number of meetings about the storylines they wanted to do this autumn and it was decided it was the right thing to kill someone off’
Dramatic: ”They think it will be a good way to keep viewers hooked. And it will keep things fresh’
Gripping: The insider added: ‘It’s not one of the central characters. But, as with any death on EastEnders, it will be a big moment for fans’
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