EastEnders fans fume over ‘missing character' as they say ‘we don't see everything'
Square snub EastEnders fans fume over 'missing character' as they say 'we don't see everything'
EASTENDERS fans have been left frustrated after noticing a major character has mysteriously vanished.
Many viewers of the BBC soap are taking to social media to vent, claiming 'we don't see everything' that goes on in Albert Square.
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EastEnders fans are all asking the same question after Christian Clarke mysteriously disappeared
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Christian was Roxy's ride-or-die for years and even planned to raise little Amy as his own
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Christian Clarke (John Partridge) was Roxy Mitchell's (Rita Simons) ride-or-die for years, but he has no contact with her daughter Amy Mitchell (Ellie Dadd).
Christian was nowhere to be seen at Roxy's funeral after she tragically died and hasn't been mentioned or popped back to Walford since.
Fans reckon it's a major plot hole that just doesn't add up.
Taking to a Reddit forum, one viewer wrote: "It seems really strange that Christian was such good friends with Roxy for years and never turned up to her funeral or came to visit Amy later in life, he was literally gonna raise her as his own at one point.
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Another added: "I've always wondered this too. I get the actor may not want to return or not have been asked to but they could at least have mentioned him when she died.
"Maybe shown flowers he sent with his name on the card or something like they've done with other characters funerals.
"Maybe mention Amy has gone to stay with him for a weekend or that they talk or something. There's no one better to talk about her mum to than him.
"Also find it weird that it's never acknowledged that she's part of the Mitchell family. You don't see her communicate with them or them with her."
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A third penned: "For things like this I think we just have to accept that we don't see everything.
"She might have a phone call with Christian every now and then or meet up in central for lunch to chat about her mum, but it's not that relevant to the show."
Top 10 most shocking Eastenders moments
Amy Mitchell's had a rough ride this year so far, after getting caught up in the terrifying club crush that left her seriously injured and in a wheelchair.
Before that, the teen was at the heart of a heartbreaking self-harm storyline, following a messy split from Denzel Danes (Jaden Ladega) and cruel bullying whispers at school.
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Her struggles with mental health saw her start therapy, as the show tackled the sensitive issue head-on in powerful scenes that struck a chord with viewers.
Christian is best remembered for his explosive romance with Syed Masood (Marc Elliot) - a secret love affair that rocked EastEnders to its core.
Forgotten soap storylines
The nation's soaps have had many gripping storylines play out over the years. However, some plots proved to be far less memorable. Here are some forgotten stories from Weatherfield, Walford and more...
Coronation Street Ken and Audrey's romance (2015): After the death of wife Deirdre (Anne Kirkbride), Coronation Street original Ken Barlow (William Roache) started to move on in his life. He started to develop a spark with old friend Audrey (Sue Nicholls), with then-Corrie boss saying it would be like "Ross and Rachel". In the end, nothing ever came of it and the two remained platonic pals.
After the death of wife Deirdre (Anne Kirkbride), Coronation Street original Ken Barlow (William Roache) started to move on in his life. He started to develop a spark with old friend Audrey (Sue Nicholls), with then-Corrie boss saying it would be like "Ross and Rachel". In the end, nothing ever came of it and the two remained platonic pals. Beth's bigamy (2016): Despite being happily married to Kirk (Andrew Whyment), a troubling secret came to light about Beth Tinker (Lisa George). It transpired that she had never divorced from her first husband, Darryl (Paul Loughran), father of her son Craig (Colson Smith). Although Craig and Kirk were shocked - and Beth was arrested - the storyline didn't didn't go much further.
EastEnders Kat Slater's secret son (2017): Capitalising on the popularity of Kat (Jessie Wallace) and Alfie (Shane Richie), the two received a spin-off back in 2017. Titled 'Redwater', it saw the two travel to Ireland where they met long-lost son Luke, now called Dermott Dolan, played by Oisín Stack. Despite the high-tension events during Redwater, Kat seems to have put the experience behind her as Dermott's not been mentioned since.
Capitalising on the popularity of Kat (Jessie Wallace) and Alfie (Shane Richie), the two received a spin-off back in 2017. Titled 'Redwater', it saw the two travel to Ireland where they met long-lost son Luke, now called Dermott Dolan, played by Oisín Stack. Despite the high-tension events during Redwater, Kat seems to have put the experience behind her as Dermott's not been mentioned since. Alfie's brain tumour (2015): Having learned in 2015 that he had a brain tumour, Alfie kept the news from Kat until their trip to Ireland. At the time, actor Shane Ritchie revealed fans would see a change in Alfie as he battled the illness. It would appear that at some point after leaving the Square, was told the tumour was non-malignant. By the time Alfie returned in 2022, fans were left confused over what had happened to the storyline.
Having learned in 2015 that he had a brain tumour, Alfie kept the news from Kat until their trip to Ireland. At the time, actor Shane Ritchie revealed fans would see a change in Alfie as he battled the illness. It would appear that at some point after leaving the Square, was told the tumour was non-malignant. By the time Alfie returned in 2022, fans were left confused over what had happened to the storyline. Kathy and Buster's affair (2016): In 2016, Walford legend Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) fell into the arms of convict Buster Briggs, played by Karl Howman. Buster was the long-time lover of Shirley Carter (Linda Henry) and fathered both her sons - Mick (Danny Dyer) and Dean (Matt Di Angelo). When Buster left, he begged Kathy to join him, but she refused for the sake of her family. Meanwhile Buster didn't even stop to say goodbye to Shirley before exiting with a broken heart. Fans expected a showdown between the two women, but this never came to pass.
Emmerdale Jacob's OCD (2016): After his dad, David (Matthew Wolfenden), was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2016, Jacob (Joe-Warren Plant) developed Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). This manifested in the form of cleaning. Jacob's OCD made a brief return one year on, after David had another scare after finding a lump. Jacob frantically searched the bins for a 'lucky coin' that had accidentally been thrown away. Despite stressful situations - such as being groomed by his teacher Maya, losing his fiancee Leanna to a serial killer, dealing with mum Leyla's drug addiction, and surviving a stabbing - the condition doesn't appear to have returned.
After his dad, David (Matthew Wolfenden), was diagnosed with testicular cancer in 2016, Jacob (Joe-Warren Plant) developed Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). This manifested in the form of cleaning. Jacob's OCD made a brief return one year on, after David had another scare after finding a lump. Jacob frantically searched the bins for a 'lucky coin' that had accidentally been thrown away. Despite stressful situations - such as being groomed by his teacher Maya, losing his fiancee Leanna to a serial killer, dealing with mum Leyla's drug addiction, and surviving a stabbing - the condition doesn't appear to have returned. Marlon and Charity's fling (2003): Few fans would likely remember few will remember the one-night stand between Charity (Emma Atkins) and Marlon (Mark Charnock) in 2003. The pair slept together when Charity was staying with Marlon while still under suspicion for husband Chris's supposed "murder".
Hollyoaks Alex Browning's revenge plot (2014): Fans expected a confrontation when Dr Browning's son Alex (Ojan Genc) mer stepmum Mercedes McQueen (Jennifer Metcalfe). After all, Mercedes, with Cindy Cunningham (Stephanie Waring) and Lindsey Butterfield (Sophie Austin) had murdered Alex's dad, double-murderer Dr Paul Browning, after he kidnapped and attacked his new wife. In fact, the soap teased Alex would seek revenge for his father's death upon arriving. However, he instead gave Cindy's son Hilton (his half-brother) a life-saving transplant, became his godfather, and leaving the village soon after.
Syed, engaged to Amira (Preeya Kalidas) at the time, came out on New Year's Day 2009 in one of the soap's most groundbreaking moments, sending shockwaves through his strict Muslim family.
Things turned violent when Christian was beaten up by Amira's relatives in retaliation.
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And as the drama continued, trust between the couple started to crack - with Christian even ordering a DNA test via scheming Yusef, casting doubt on the paternity of Amira's baby, Yasmin.
Still, the pair managed to patch things up, moving in together and exploring adoption and surrogacy.
But the return of Amira with Yasmin stirred up more trouble, while Christian also faced false abuse claims from Ben Mitchell and a brutal bust-up with Phil.
In the end, it all became too much. With trust in tatters, Christian left the Square - but not before Zainab and Lucy locked the couple in a room, forcing one final heart-to-heart.
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Ultimately, Christian and Syed left Walford together in 2012 - a bittersweet goodbye to one of the show's most unforgettable love stories.
Could they ever return to EastEnders?
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Christian didn't go to Roxy's funeral - leaving fans shocked
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Christian and Syed left Walford together in 2012
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