EastEnders bid an emotional farewell to Bobby Beale (portrayed by Clay Milner-Russell) on Thursday (September 19) evening, yet viewers believe he'll return after noticing a compelling hint. Earlier this week, the pie and mash shop employee was left devastated when he caught his girlfriend Anna Knight (Molly Rainford) in a passionate embrace with his best mate Freddie Slater (Bobby Brazier). Adding insult to injury, Bobby discovered that Anna had ended her pregnancy without his knowledge.
Despite Anna's attempts to reconcile, Cindy Beale (Michelle Collins) deceived Bobby, claiming she had confessed her feelings for Freddie. Struggling with the situation, Bobby contemplated moving to the Cotswolds to live with his mother Jane Beale (Laurie Brett). However, during the latest visit to Walford, Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt) made desperate attempts to persuade Bobby to remain in the Square, deeply upset by his son's intentions.
Anna's deceit also infuriated Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth), who reminded Cindy of a similar predicament she put Ian through three decades ago. A heartbroken Anna sought to mend things with Bobby, but Cindy lied again, stating he didn't wish to see her and advised Anna to give him a week's space. At The Vic, Ian lashed out at Freddie before confronting Anna about her lies, desperate to prevent Bobby from leaving as he couldn't bear to lose another child like Steven and Lucy, reports the Daily Star .
In the wake of his exit, alongside Jane who reappeared for th.