The truth about Nancy and Lee’s baby bombshell as EastEnders spoilers confirm what happens next

Actual jaw on the actual floor (Picture: BBC / Metro) EastEnders is no stranger to a jaw-dropping cliffhanger or two but the latest was certainly one of the biggest to date as Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) was left reeling after the father of all bombshells. The former Queen Vic landlady was overjoyed to learn that daughter Nancy (Maddy Hill), last seen in 2022, was not only back in the Square but that she’s pregnant. Linda has longed for a grandchild and she wasted little time in quizzing Nancy – who famously told her mum years ago that she didn’t want kids – about who the dad is. But nothing could have prepared her for what happened next as Lee (Danny Hatchard), Nancy’s biological brother, walked through the door to confirm that he’s the baby’s father. Elsewhere, Nicola Mitchell (Laura Doddington) struggled to get used to having Ned Hawkins (Jamie Bamber) as her new business partner after her essentially blackmailed her into owning half the club. And Lily Slater (Lillia Turner) received some help from Harvey Monroe (Ross Boatman) as she attempted to work out what career path she wanted to take. If you’re eager to know what comes next then you’re in luck as we’ve got fresh spoilers for tomorrow’s episode so let’s get stuck in! What happens next in EastEnders? New spoilers for Tuesday, October 6 Tuesday’s episode will no doubt pick up from the previous as Linda attempts to process the shocking bombshell dropped by Lee and Nancy. How is Lee the father of Nancy’s baby? What does that mean? Surely there is more to it? What we can tell you is that Linda does learn what’s really going on and she is left in complete and utter shock. Ask Metro Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about – powered by Metro and trusted publications. Johnny (Charlie Suff), who has been helping Nancy, arrives soon after and, with help from Elaine Peacock (Harriet Thorpe), he attempts to smooth things over with Linda. Linda and Max tell Lee and Nancy about their relationship (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron) Linda, meanwhile, decides to be honest with her kids, telling them that she’s in a relationship with Max Branning (Jake Wood) in the hopes that they’ll be more truthful with her about their comeback. But will her plan work? Elsewhere, George Knight (Colin Salmon) attempts to calm things down with Nicola following her run-in with Gemma (Patricia Potter). After some time to think, Nicola apologises to her sister. Ned, meanwhile, gathers the clan together at Harry’s Barn and unveils their dad’s framed medal as a way to taunt Nicola. Nicola, however, doesn’t take the bait, much to his shock. Ned attempts to antagonise Nicola (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron) Over at the Vic, Alfie Moon (Shane Richie) attempts to get through to Kat (Jessie Wallace) – who is struggling in the wake of Zoe’s (Michelle Ryan) death – but she continues to push him away. Harvey, meanwhile, takes on too much as he tries to support Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) by cleaning the chippy ahead of the inspection. Deals of the Day Kurt Geiger's new Notting Hill collection is a love letter to London's chaotic weather I’ve found the Hoover gadget that could make cleaning your floors so much easier I tried L'Oréal Paris's new PDRN serum and my skin looked glossier after one use This new Cricut gadget turns your favourite photos into stickers in minutes From kitchen hatches to burgundy walls – the biggest home trends for 2027 EastEnders airs these scenes Tuesday October 6 at 7:30pm on BBC One or stream from 6am on BBC iPlayer. If you’ve got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing us soaps@metro.co.uk – we’d love to hear from you. Join the community by leaving a comment below and stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage. Arrow MORE: Who are Nancy and Lee Carter in EastEnders and how are they related? Arrow MORE: EastEnders star ‘gutted’ to be axed ahead of dramatic exit Arrow MORE: All EastEnders spoilers for next week as two major characters return The Soaps Newsletter – Daily All the latest soaps spoilers and gossip, in your inbox every morning.