Actor John Partridge is set to reprise his role as Christian Clarke for the soap's 30th anniversary next month.
It has been confirmed that Christian will return to the Square in February to attend the wedding of his sister Jane (Laurie Brett) to Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt).
A spokesperson for the show said: "We can confirm that John Partridge is returning as Christian for a week of special episodes to mark our 30th anniversary."
Partridge originally starred in EastEnders from 2008 to 2012, and has returned for cameos since his on-screen departure.
Partridge is not the only high-profile star returning to the show, Barbara Windsor will return as Peggy Mitchell as will Jo Joyner as Tanya Branning.
