One of the most talked-about plots of 2025 will be revisited this new year, as Joel Marshall stands trial for his brutal attack on stepmum Vicki.
Joel is currently being held in a detention centre awaiting trial for assault, after Ross uncovered video footage of his son’s crime, and Vicki is still haunted by her horrific ordeal. Soon, she will be forced to relive that awful incident when Joel takes the stand, but will justice finally be served?
“We will see Joel again as we have the trial coming up,” reveals EastEnders’ executive producer, Ben Wadey, as he leads us through 2026’s hottest plots. “As we know he’s decided to plead not guilty, and the community is struggling with why he would want to put everyone through a trial.
“Vicki…
