SAD NEWS: EastEnders icon announces he is ‘stepping away from the square’ in blow to fans
EastEnders fans are convinced that Phil Mitchell will be killed off at Christmas and they have spotted a major clue that backs up their theory
Calls are mounting from EastEnders fans for the Mitchell clan to come back to Walford, as Phil increasingly turns into a loner.
In dramatic scenes last week, Phil Mitchell (portrayed by Steve McFadden) handed over Peggy’s nightclub to Walford newbie Nicola Mitchell (played by Laura Doddington) – the alienated spouse of his cousin Teddy Mitchell (Roland Manookian).
Teddy was visibly riled by the news of the transaction when he encountered Phil in Monday’s episode of the iconic BBC soap, promptly confronting him about his clandestine deal.
“Happy, selling Peggy’s behind my back?” Teddy asked Phil, who retorted with a curt: “My business, I do what I want.”
Teddy pressed on, questioning: “What happened to family loyalty?” to which Phil afforded him a cold, silent stare, reports the Daily Star.
EastEnders’ Phil Mitchell appears to be isolating himself from his family (Image: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)
This charged exchange followed Phil’s earlier exchange with Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean), allowing her a romantic outing with Teddy, while his other former partner Kat Slater (Jessie Wallace) finds comfort with her old spark Alfie Moon (Shane Richie).
With Phil seemingly morose and detached from his loved ones, whispers among the show’s followers suggest that they dread the prospect of the legendary tough guy meeting his demise this Christmas.
A worried viewer took to social media stating: “KILL PHIL OFF EASTENDERS YOU WILL BE DONE #EastEnders.”
He appears to be struggling in silence (Image: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)
Another commented: “Phil Mitchell sad and suicidal at Christmas…”, while another made their feelings clear, writing: #Eastenders I will be leathered by the time your Xmas day episode starts, and if I bare witness to Phil Mitchell committing suicide so help me God [sic].”
One fan observed: “I have noticed in this week that’s just gone Phil hasn’t been his usual self. #EastEnders”, while another pleaded for a comeback: “I need these 4 to come back and save Phil #EastEnders”, sharing a photo of Louise, Sam, Grant, and Ben Mitchell.
