Nigel Bates returns to EastEnders

Nigel Bates returns to EastEnders for Christmas after 26-year hiatus
Nigel Bates returns to EastEnders for Christmas after 26-year hiatus - Nigel’s back, and producers have revealed he’s got a long-term storyline
EastEnders fans convinced they know ‘real reason’ for Nigel Bates’ shock return
EASTENDERS fans are speculating about the unexpected return of Nigel Bates, believing there may be a deeper reason tied to upcoming storylines. The classic character – who is played by actor
Nigel Bates EastEnders return reason 'revealed' as huge secret teased
EastEnders aired a blast from the past on Christmas Eve, as Nigel Bates, played by actor Paul Bradley, returned to the BBC soap for the first time in almost 30 years
Nigel Bates makes Christmas return to EastEnders
Nigel Bates has returned to the BBC soap EastEnders for the first time in 26 years in a special Christmas Eve episode. The character, played by Paul Bradley, appeared at a community centre where Yolande Trueman,
EastEnders’ Nigel Bates lying as big return takes a dark twist on Christmas Day
NIGEL Bates is hiding a big secret and lying to pal Phil Mitchell in tonight’s EastEnders. The classic character – who is played by actor Paul Bradley in the BBC soap – reunited with
EastEnders confirms return for Nigel Bates as he reunites with Phil Mitchell after decades
He is fondly remembered for his romance with Debbie Tyler (Nicola Duffett).
EastEnders boss confirms long stint for Nigel Bates in Phil storyline after mysterious Christmas return
The character was last seen on Albert Square in 1998 departing for a new life in Scotland with his girlfriend Julie Haye (Karen Henthorn), her son Josh Saunders (Jon Lee), and Nigel's beloved step-daughter Clare Bates (Gemma Bissix).
Nigel Bates returns to EastEnders for first time in 26 years
Nigel Bates has returned to EastEnders for the first time in 26 years in the soap’s Christmas Eve episode. The character, played by Paul Bradley, was seen at the community centre where Yolande Trueman, played by Angela Wynter, was volunteering during ...
Nigel Bates makes shock return to EastEnders
Nigel Bates is back in Walford for the first time in 26 years as EastEnders viewers got a festive surprise when Phil's friend returned to Walford on Christmas Eve. Viewers saw Nigel in tonight's Christmas Eve episode when he turned up at the community centre where Yolande Trueman was volunteering.
EastEnders spoilers for next week: Kathy Cotton questioned about Cindy attack and Nigel Bates opens up to Phil Mitchell
Also, on this day, returnee Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley) pushes struggling old friend Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) to take ...
EastEnders favourite to get fake alibi in Cindy storyline
EastEnders favourite Kathy Beale will receive a fake alibi in the ongoing Cindy Beale storyline. Cindy was attacked by an ...