Next week on EastEnders, Denise Fox's cancer treatment is not working, and her condition worsens, leading to a medically induced coma. Meanwhile, Kat Slater hides her emotions, but her husband Alfie Moon grows concerned after seeing footage from their sons' school project.
Kat's Hidden Emotions
Alfie becomes worried when he sees footage from Bert and Ernie's school project, which shows Kat upset. She has not told anyone what is troubling her. Alfie decides to lift her spirits with a secret plan, confiding in some family members about his concern. They wonder why he hasn't addressed the footage with Kat, but Alfie pushes forward with his plan, which moves Kat. It remains unclear what Kat is hiding, amid rumours that her daughter Zoe Slater will be killed off.
Denise's Health Worsens
Denise's family continue their search for a stem cell donor. A missed lead from an ancestry website offers hope when Kim learns Denise has a half-brother, Darnell. Darnell agrees to meet Kim but makes a hasty exit upon learning of Denise's illness. As Denise's condition improves, she is brought out of her coma, but her treatment isn't working. Jack is determined to find Darnell.
Other Walford Drama
Penny accepts support as she and Vinny prepare for the baby's arrival, but feels guilty when Harry gets involved. Priya and Jean attempt to obtain DNA samples from Ravi and Max for a paternity test. Amy is devastated when Denzel rejects her, and she bumps into Craig, agreeing to meet. Eve and Suki are devastated to learn that Ria's mother could seek custody. When Ria is injured at Alfie's party, Suki fears it will impact the custody case and threatens legal action against Kat.
