EastEnders fans are convinced that classic character Nigel Bates, who returned to the soap over Christmas, is suffering from ...

EastEnders fans have been left fearing for Nigel Bates as they are convinced that he's been hiding a heartbreaking health ...

EastEnders fans have been left fearing for Nigel Bates (played by Paul Bradley) as he appeared forgetful during Tuesday's ...

EASTENDERS fans are convinced Nigel Bates’ return means one huge soap legend will make a shock comeback after years of ...

Nigel Bates is back in Walford for the first time in 26 years as EastEnders viewers got a festive surprise when Phil's friend ...

EastEnders aired a blast from the past on Christmas Eve, as Nigel Bates, played by actor Paul Bradley, returned to the BBC ...

AN EASTENDERS legend has made a shock return to Albert Square – and he’s homeless. The BBC soap’s Christmas Eve episode – ...

He is fondly remembered for his romance with Debbie Tyler (Nicola Duffett).

The character was last seen on Albert Square in 1998 departing for a new life in Scotland with his girlfriend Julie Haye ...

Also, on this day, returnee Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley) pushes struggling old friend Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) to take ...

During tonight's Christmas Eve episode (December 24) of EastEnders, Nigel Bates played by Paul Bradley returned to the BBC soap after 26 years.

Nigel Bates has returned to EastEnders for the first time in 26 years in the soap’s Christmas Eve episode. The character, ...