There is pictures of Janine filming scenes with David outside a train station so she must get off and is released and goes to France to be with Diane and Scarlett
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There is pictures of Janine filming scenes with David outside a train station so she must get off and is released and goes to France to be with Diane and Scarlett
EastEnders brings Janine Butcher's storyline to a dramatic conclusion this fortnight as she stands trial for Michael Moon's murder.
Janine is hopeful that she will walk free from court after her recent deal with Kat Moon, but with twists and turns ahead in the courtroom, the verdict could go either way.
Here, Charlie Brooks - who plays Janine - reveals her thoughts on the gripping final chapter of her character's story.
What is Janine's state of mind as she stands trial for murder?
"I think Janine's emotions are all over the place, but her main focus is getting out and seeing Scarlett again. Janine is tough, but she knows it will be hard having to watch people give evidence against her, especially her stepbrother David.
"Janine is also intrigued about what Kat will do. She is probably also trying to work out how she can manipulate things, she is Janine after all! So she's going through a lot!"
Alice doesn't feature on screen in these episodes. What is the storyline reason for her not being there?
"The judge informs everyone at the start of the trial that Alice won't be present and is represented by her barrister."
Does Alice's absence make things easier for Janine?
"Yes I think so, because it makes it easier for Janine to go along with her lie. She can pretend it's real and not have Alice's presence reminding her of the truth."
After striking her deal with Kat, is Janine quietly confident that she'll get off?
"I don't think Janine trusts Kat, so she isn't relying on her completely, but she does recognise how much Kat loves Stacey so she is quietly confident that she will go ahead with the false statement. I think Janine would fight tooth and nail to stay out of prison and won't even be able to consider the fact that she might be found guilty. She's used to getting away with things."
Is Janine willing to keep to her word and retract her statement about Stacey?
"You never know with Janine! We know from her past behaviour that she's not to be trusted, but maybe prison has changed her. You'll have to wait and see."
Does it frustrate Janine that she may have to help Stacey, given their history?
"As helping Stacey is just a means to helping herself, I don't think it's giving her too much bother. She's still looking out for number one."
How does Janine feel when David takes the stand to give evidence?
"It's tough because Janine did allow herself to grow close to him at Christmas and she let him take advantage of her, and that's how everything unravelled. He's her family. He betrayed her and now she's going to have to sit and watch him betray her all over again."
Do we see Janine's testimony?
"Yes you will see Janine's testimony but you'll have to wait and see how she plays it. I will say that you can't make assumptions about how Janine will act - she's unpredictable to say the least!"
How do you think Janine will cope if she is found guilty?
"Janine has always found a way of coping through the various situations she has found herself in over the years, but I think if she is found guilty it will really knock her for six. She hasn't even allowed herself to comprehend that she could be found guilty."
What's the first thing you would expect Janine to do if she gets off?
"She would go and try to rebuild the life she had built for her and Scarlett and then most likely cause some new mischief."
What outcome would you like for her?
"I would like her to get away with it because I think deep down she is a good person and she did only kill Michael as self-defence after all."
Was it nice being back to wrap up the story?
"Definitely. It's good to bring the storyline to a conclusion and I think the viewers will enjoy the ending. It's definitely dramatic!"
How was it working with Lacey Turner again and closing that chapter in Stacey and Janine's story?
"Lacey's a fantastic actress so it's a real treat to get to work with her again. I don't know if Stacey and Janine's chapter will ever be closed as there is so much history between them, but yes it's an interesting turn of events in their story."
Is there a chance we'll ever see Janine again one day?
"Never say never. I've loved my time on the show and loved playing Janine so I'd hate to think that I might never get to play her again but it's time for a new challenge in my life."
Are you watching EastEnders at home?
"I've been travelling recently but have caught it when I can. I think Lindsey Coulson is an incredible actress so her cancer storyline has been gripping."
Who is your favourite character out of the new arrivals?
"I obviously haven't really had the chance to work with any of them but as a viewer I would have to say Mick Carter, as he has some similarities to Frank."
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soc is trying to lure her back
Online chatter that she is returning ........
Online chatter that Alfie Moon is returning with her .....
Online speculation she might be coming back for Christmas...
she is selling the house stacey inQuote:
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Does that mean Alfie needs to get his cash out, that he hid and Kat found?Quote:
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phil got most of that backQuote:
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:o:Quote:
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she is returning
Not confirmed yet but probably will happen ... another reason for me to not watch EastEnders, never liked the characterQuote:
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I love Janine.. from the bratty little kid to the classic "If only he'd worn slip-on shoes!"Quote:
Originally Posted by Perdita
Charlie Brooks spotted leaving set of EastEnders as Janine Butcher returns to soap
Charlie Brooks has been sighted on the set of EastEnders, confirming Janine Butcher?s comeback.
The 40-year-old actress is expected to return to the BBC One serial drama in her iconic role as Janine later this year. Now she has been spotted arriving at the soap?s Elstree studios.
Charlie was seen returning to her car and driving home after a few hours of filming in London, where her car was hidden.
She was photographed with her wavy blonde hair out, wearing sunglasses and a black short-sleeved top.
The Sun first reported news of Charlie?s EastEnders comeback in April.
?Bosses have a huge story planned for Charlie?s return,? a source told the paper.
?They are keeping tight-lipped about whether Janine will come back as a reformed character after all the chaos she has caused in the past.
?But she certainly has a lot of history in Albert Square so whether she will be welcomed back with open arms or not remains to be seen.?
When she previously spoke to Metro.co.uk she spoke about the rumours of her return to the soap.
?There are [rumours] and I couldn?t possibly say anything about that! All I can say is I always wonder what she?s been up to and I?m in a really lucky position where one day that might be able to be explored. I was blessed with Janine,? she said.
?There?s never a dull moment ? she?s fun, dark, misunderstood and layered, which is always very interesting. Who knows??
Charlie quit the role in 2004 after Janine murdered her husband Barry Evans. Her character was wrongfully arrested for the murder of nemesis Laura Beale.
She returned to the soap in 2008 before leaving the programme once again in 2014 after being declared not guilty of Michael?s murder.
Janine was last seen heading to Paris to be reunited with daughter Scarlett.
The BBC declined to comment when approached by Metro.co.uk.
will her swindling the deposit off nancy and zack come out, nancy isn't around for payback
pregnant, real or fake?
Everything about her is fakeQuote:
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Speaking to The Sun at last night?s National Television Awards, a writer for the soap said: ?This year for Christmas is mad, it focuses around Janine?.
?It?s massive. This Christmas is huge.?
I will not be watching it but when I read the spoilers saying it will be mad, massive, huge .. prepare for disappointmentQuote:
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It would be good for the character to be killed offQuote:
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another husband, hello mrs janice carter
https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/eas...gnancy-update/
EastEnders has aired another update on Janine Butcher following her exit.
The iconic villain made her latest departure from the Square earlier this year following Mick Carter's disappearance when she was arrested for her numerous crimes.
Since that time, Linda received the good news that she wouldn't have to face Janine in court because her nemesis had taken a plea deal ? though Linda was ultimately upset to learn Janine would only get five years behind bars.
In Thursday's (June 8) episode, Linda was in trouble of her own after being caught by soon-to-be stepfather George Knight trying to get into his safe to prove he was scamming her mum Elaine Peacock.
However, George turned into an unlikely support system when Ricky Butcher called the pub and revealed to Elaine that Janine had given birth to Mick's baby son in prison.
"I hate that Mick's son [was born] in prison. What kind of start is that in life?" she confided to her mum.
Elaine didn't exactly make Linda feel better before predicting that Janine would have some new scheme in the works to get herself out of custody much quicker than five years.
"We're here now, and no-one gets passed George," Elaine promised.
The Knights tried to bring Linda into their family tradition by cooking a pancake meal for her ? a tradition whenever they got "bad news", according to Anna.
Linda finally started to bond with George as they spoke about both missing their former spouses, though it turns out Linda was right to be suspicious about him.
In a cliffhanger, George was shown taking off his wedding ring and saying aloud: "I'm so sorry."
While Linda may have a bigger problem with George on her hands, Janine could eventually be back in Albert Square as Charlie Brooks has refused to rule out returning to EastEnders.
The actress is quite busy at the moment though, as she will be starring in a West End production of Neil Gaiman's acclaimed play The Ocean at the End of the Lane.