Next week’s soap spoilers tease Billy Mayhew’s ‘return’ to Weatherfield, Joel Marshall’s court showdown with Vicki Fowler and mysterious drama for Paddy Dingle
Next week’s episodes of Emmerdale, Coronation Street and EastEnders are shaping up to be an emotional rollercoaster, according to the latest soap spoilers.
While full details won’t be released until midnight on Tuesday, viewers have been given an early glimpse of what’s to come. TV and soap magazines have teased dramatic storylines beginning Monday 26 January, pointing to major developments and tense, high-stakes moments. Meanwhile, the EastEnders website has shared some cryptic hints, with full spoiler details expected on Tuesday.
The Daily Star will have all the latest soap gossip when the full spoilers drop, but for now, here’s a preview of what lies ahead for your favourite characters. From the look of things, fans should brace themselves for an emotional goodbye and an unexpected return.
EastEnders
Kicking things off, preview spoilers for EastEnders confirm that Joel Marshall is set to return. After being arrested for assaulting Vicki Fowler, his shocking behaviour was exposed months ago, reports the Mirror.
Next week’s spoilers reveal that Vicki will come face to face with Joel in court as his trial begins. Ahead of the hearing, she opens up to Zack Hudson about her emotions following their recent kiss. As the week unfolds, tensions run high when Vicki confronts Joel in the courtroom and Avani Nandra-Hart takes the stand — but will Joel finally be held accountable for his actions?
Elsewhere in Walford, the Mitchell family search for answers, while murderous Jasmine plots her next move. George Knight is forced into a difficult conversation, and Max stuns those around him with a shocking confession.
Meanwhile, Elaine and Ian’s feud intensifies, prompting Ian to swear revenge. Bea goes in search of a new job, and the Minute Mart is targeted in a burglary.
Coronation Street
Over on Coronation Street, devastating scenes are on the way as residents prepare to say goodbye to Billy Mayhew, according to Inside Soap magazine. Unknown to those around him, Billy actually lost his life in the Corriedale crash, where he was left to die by Theo Silverton.
Elsewhere on the cobbles, Sam Blakeman becomes wary of a fellow pupil, while Jodie turns her attention to a newly single man. Abi Franklin also steps in with a warning drawn from her own painful past — but will anyone take her advice?
Emmerdale
Turning to Emmerdale, the spoilers remain deliberately mysterious. Paddy Dingle’s search for answers offers a flicker of hope, while Laurel Thomas believes she’s made a breakthrough with her son Arthur.
Elsewhere, one character struggles to come to terms with the consequences of their recent actions, and April Windsor develops an interest in one of her schoolmates. For the complete spoiler breakdown, be sure to check back with the Daily Star on Tuesday morning.
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