EastEnders fans were left in tears tonight as Lola Pearce returned to Albert Square for the final time. Lola, who was diagnosed with a brain tumour, has been told by doctors that there is nothing more they can do and all treatment has been suspended. She has decided to spend her remaining time at home with her family, with husband Jay supporting her decision.
As Lola arrived home in an ambulance, Billy and Honey stood outside the house waiting. Sonia and Kathy offered their well wishes, with Kathy promising a free takeaway from Beale's Plaice to help them settle in. Lola was wheeled out on a stretcher, taking a look around the Square, before Jay carried her across the threshold into their home.
Fans rushed to social media to comment on the heartbreaking scenes. One viewer wrote: "Lola’s scenes are breaking my heart. I’m not ready for Lola to go #EastEnders." Another added: "The fact Lola is now home to pass away just breaks my heart, so so sad #eastenders."
Last week, Lola and Jay made one final trip to the seaside after she was found confused outside the gym. Doctors confirmed her palliative chemotherapy is not working, and the family is determined to make every moment count. Lola's death will see her bravely continue to fight as her family struggles to cope and support her daughter Lexi.
