Source - The Sun
EASTENDERS star Aaron Sidwell is being written out of the show – as his character Steven Beale struggles with his sexuality.
Aaron, 19, will be at the centre of a huge story line as Steven cops off with both Stacey Slater AND gay newcomer Christian Clarke.
We’re not sure Dot Cotton would be too impressed.
Love interest ... Stacey
Steven — whose evil antics haven’t exactly made him a favourite with stepmum Jane — returned to Albert Square only last September. He will be seen leaving in May.
Last night an insider at the BBC soap said: “Aaron’s contract is not being renewed but he will leave with a bang. There is a big exit story.”
Kiss
And our source refused to deny that Steven may be KILLED OFF.
It soon became clear that Steven was not a happy camper after his comeback, as he stalked Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt) then took him hostage.
During a struggle he accidentally shot Ian’s wife Jane (Laurie Brett) in the stomach.
After being admitted to psychiatric hospital Steven then tried to kill himself.
But Stacey (Lacey Turner) talked him out of it. The pair have now become friends and we can reveal their relationship will take another turn when they kiss.
But Steven does not want to take things any further — then he battles his feelings for Jane’s gay brother Christian (John Partridge), who has already flirted with him.
Our source added: “It’s an extremely odd love triangle.”