Danny Hatchard discusses his return to EastEnders

Actor Danny Hatchard has returned to the BBC soap opera EastEnders as Lee Carter after a six-year absence. Hatchard described the experience of returning to the set as “lifesaving,” noting that it reinforced his passion for acting and felt like “coming home.”

On-screen, the character of Lee Carter is involved in significant family drama. Following the revelation that his sister Nancy is acting as a surrogate for Lee and his partner Jess, the storyline involves Jess abruptly leaving the relationship. As Lee and his mother, Linda Carter, return to Walford, they are set to encounter Jess, who is expected to reveal information that will impact the Carter family.