'EastEnders' Spoiler: Phil Mitchell’s Ex Lorna Cartwright 'Returning'

Rachel McGrath

'EastEnders’ viewers are set to get a blast from the past as Phil Mitchell’s former flame Lorna Cartwright is returning to Walford, according to reports.

Lorna, played by Janet Dibley, was last seen in Albert Square back in 1998, and according to The Sun, she’ll make a surprise reappearance when Phil bumps into her at an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting.

<strong>Janet starred as Lorna almost 20 years ago </strong> (Photo: BBC Pictures)
Janet starred as Lorna almost 20 years ago  (Photo: BBC Pictures)

A source tells the paper: “Lorna was a great character and viewers loved her, especially her chemistry with Phil.

“No one wanted Janet to leave in 1998 and now the chance to get her back full-time will not be missed.”

A number of Phil’s former lovers have returned in recent years, and last week’s live week left viewers stunned when Kathy Beale stepped out of a black cab.

<strong>Janet at the 2013 British Soap Awards</strong> (Photo: Karwai Tang via Getty Images)
Janet at the 2013 British Soap Awards (Photo: Karwai Tang via Getty Images)

Since being back in the Square, Gillian Taylforth has been involved in a number of huge storylines, splitting her time between Phil and his family, and her son Ian, who hasn’t exactly had an easy twelve months.

‘EastEnders’ is also set to welcome new cast member Ted Reilly, who has the task of making Johnny Carter his own, after being cast in the role that was previously held by Sam Strike.

Sadly, over the weekend it was announced that two fan favourites will be leaving - but is a reunion on the cards before they depart?

Pat Evans (Pam St. Clement, 1986-2012)

Not a day goes by where we don't miss Pat and her wonderful, wonderful earrings.
Not a day goes by where we don't miss Pat and her wonderful, wonderful earrings.

Bianca Butcher (Patsy Palmer, 1993-99, 2002, 2008-14)

"RICCCCCCKKKKKKAAAAAAAAAY!"
"RICCCCCCKKKKKKAAAAAAAAAY!"

Peggy Mitchell (Barbara Windsor, 1994-2015)

Living legend Barbara Windsor has made numerous visits to Albert Square since officially leaving. She'll be back for live week, and fingers crossed there'll be a chance for the Queen Vic's most memorable landlady to yell that line again: "Get outta ma pub!"
Living legend Barbara Windsor has made numerous visits to Albert Square since officially leaving. She'll be back for live week, and fingers crossed there'll be a chance for the Queen Vic's most memorable landlady to yell that line again: "Get outta ma pub!"

Chrissie Watts (Tracey Ann Oberman, 2004-05)

After years of bullying Angie, Den Watts finally met his match in Chrissie, who gave as good as she got. Until murdering him, obviously. Sadly, she coudn't plan a good enough getaway, and was stopped by police as she prepared to board a flight.
After years of bullying Angie, Den Watts finally met his match in Chrissie, who gave as good as she got. Until murdering him, obviously. Sadly, she coudn't plan a good enough getaway, and was stopped by police as she prepared to board a flight.

Janine Butcher (Charlie Brooks, 1999-2014)

Janine terrorised everyone from Billy Mitchell and Ian Beale, to Alice Branning, during her time in Walford. After inheriting millions, Janine became even more infuriatingly smug, but karma hit back and when she finally fell for Michael Moon, things didn't end well.
Janine terrorised everyone from Billy Mitchell and Ian Beale, to Alice Branning, during her time in Walford. After inheriting millions, Janine became even more infuriatingly smug, but karma hit back and when she finally fell for Michael Moon, things didn't end well.

Linda Carter (Kellie Bright, 2014-Present)

She may be the newest of the bunch, but Kellie's character hasn't had it easy since moving into The Vic. While Linda has done her best to hold together the Carters, she's had a rough time, suffering a horrific assault at the hands of her brother-in-law, and acting as peacekeeper during the family's many feuds. Can she hold things together?
She may be the newest of the bunch, but Kellie's character hasn't had it easy since moving into The Vic. While Linda has done her best to hold together the Carters, she's had a rough time, suffering a horrific assault at the hands of her brother-in-law, and acting as peacekeeper during the family's many feuds. Can she hold things together?

Pauline Fowler (Wendy Richard, 1985-2006)

Pauline was the original 'EastEnders' matriach, and there wasn't a problem she couldn't fix. Sadly, actress Wendy died in 2009, following a battle with breast cancer.
Pauline was the original 'EastEnders' matriach, and there wasn't a problem she couldn't fix. Sadly, actress Wendy died in 2009, following a battle with breast cancer.

Cora Cross (Ann Mitchell, 2011-Present)

Cora's dry sense of humour and witty putdowns manage to inspire giggles during even the most torturous scenes. As mother to Tanya and Rainie, she certainly has more than her fair shares of problems.
Cora's dry sense of humour and witty putdowns manage to inspire giggles during even the most torturous scenes. As mother to Tanya and Rainie, she certainly has more than her fair shares of problems.

Dot Cotton (June Brown, 1985-93, 1997-Present)

Where would we be without Dot's wise words? The laundrette worker has been on hand to offer advice to anyone who needs it, since the show first aired in 1985.
Where would we be without Dot's wise words? The laundrette worker has been on hand to offer advice to anyone who needs it, since the show first aired in 1985.

Shirley Carter (Linda Henry, 2006-Present)

If she's good enough for ummm, Phil Mitchell, then she's good enough for us.
If she's good enough for ummm, Phil Mitchell, then she's good enough for us.

Kat Moon (Jessie Wallace, 2000-04, 2005, 2010-Present)

Kat's the only Slater sister who's stuck around following the family's 2000 arrival.
Kat's the only Slater sister who's stuck around following the family's 2000 arrival.

Tracey (Jane Slaughter, 1985-Present)

Jane is the longest-serving member of the cast, y'know. Bravo to Tracey for managing not to chip in during all those rows...
Jane is the longest-serving member of the cast, y'know. Bravo to Tracey for managing not to chip in during all those rows...

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