Lee Ryan has landed a short-term role on the BBC One soap as a new character called 'Woody' Woodward who'll cause lots of trouble when he turns up in Albert Square this spring.
"I am so excited to be part of the show," Lee beamed. "Woody is the best role I could have wished to play. He's a brilliant character, and it's clear he's been leading a full and colourful life.
"I can't wait for people to see what he's like for themselves. Everyone at EastEnders has been so welcoming. I know some of the cast already so I'm sure we're going to have a lot of fun."
So who exactly will Woody be causing trouble for when he arrives in Walford? You'll have to tune in to find out because EastEnders bosses are keeping that info a closely-guarded secret.
However, executive producer Sean O'Connor has teased: "I'm delighted to welcome Lee Ryan to Walford as 'Woody' Woodward. Woody is a man who has worked hard and played hard in bars, clubs and pubs around the world and has finally decided to stop wandering and put down some roots.
"He's going to ruffle some feathers and obviously break some hearts, so there's a great deal to look forward to as soon as he bursts onto the square. Lee is a perfect casting for Albert Square and we knew straight away we wanted him for the role."