Overview
- Lacey Turner, who has portrayed Stacey Slater since 2004, will leave EastEnders later in 2025 to take a break and explore life beyond the soap.
- The BBC has assured fans that significant drama is planned for Stacey's character before Turner’s temporary departure.
- Producers have stated that plans for Stacey’s return will be made when Turner decides the timing is right.
- Fans are speculating on potential cast changes and storyline shifts during Stacey’s absence, with rumors of a possible cast shake-up.
- Bookmakers are offering odds on Turner’s next career steps, including joining ITV’s Loose Women or appearing on reality TV shows like I'm a Celebrity.