EastEnders fans ‘obsessed’ over new romance they ‘never saw coming’
EastEnders viewers were ecstatic as Walford market stall trader Shrimpy seemed to confirm a new love story on the BBC soap with a familar face
EastEnders aired a major plot twist for Shrimpy (Ben Champniss) on Thursday evening (June 5) and viewers are obsessed by the development.
During the latest trip to Walford, Kat Slater (Jessie Wallace) and Alfie Moon (Shane Richie) headed out on their joint hen and stag do following a abrupt proposal.
Cindy Beale (Michelle Collins) desperately tried to attract punters into The Prince Albert for the launch of her new bar, while love rival Elaine Peacock (Harriet Peacock) hosted a karaoke night in the pub.
As the atmosphere in the near-empty pub fell flat, it was a half drunk Shrimpy who took on Van Morrison hit Have I Told You Lately. During his questionable performance on the karaoke, the market stall holder serenaded café worker Marie Evans (Liz Sweet).
As Marie appeared smitten as she enjoyed the sweet moment, Johnny Carter (Charlie Suff) looked on with an uncomfortable expression.
Meanwhile, Elaine was less than impressed, and told Linda: “This is our karaoke night, we should be heaving!”.
But Linda responded by pointing out the chemistry between Shrimpy and Marie.
Elaine replied: “What Marie does in her own time is her business”, as Linda had to encourage Shrimpy to stop singing.
Meanwhile, EastEnders fans rushed to social media to share their excitement as Shrimpy and Marie appeared to confirm their relationship.
Taking to X, one person wrote: “Didn’t have Shrimpy and Marie love developing on my 2025 bingo card #EastEnders.”
A second stated: “Shrimpy and Marie? That’s a love story that should be on screen more!! Sod the rest! #EastEnders.”
A third chimed in: “Shrimpy and Marie lol #Eastenders”, while another added: “I’m obsessed with Marie from the caff and Shrimpy from the markets new relationship #eastenders.”
“SHRIMPY GOT A GIRLFRIEND AND HER NAME IS MARIE @benchampniss #EastEnders”, stated another.