Ross Kemp will reprise his iconic role as Grant Mitchell on EastEnders to mark the soap's 40th anniversary next month, it has been confirmed.
The milestone birthday is being marked with a huge week of episodes that will include a huge explosion, live elements and a soap-first interactive story element.
Many former characters have been returning to Walford in recent months building up to the occasion and now Grant - brother of Phil (Steve McFadden) and old friend of fellow returnee Nigel (Paul Bradley) - is the latest to come back to E20.
"I'm delighted to be returning to EastEnders as the show heads towards its 40th anniversary," said Kemp, who last appeared on the show in 2016.
"EastEnders has always meant so much to me, so to return as the show is about to celebrate such a special anniversary, is an absolute honour.
"Grant has never been far from the action and let's just say, this time is no different as he certainly comes back with a bang."
Outgoing executive producer Chris Clenshaw added: "We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Ross Kemp back to EastEnders as he reprises the legendary role of Grant Mitchell.
"Whilst I'm not currently revealing exactly what brings Grant back to Walford, I can say that his return will play a significant part in the show's 40th anniversary, and will make up many moments of truly unmissable TV."
Kemp will first be seen back on screens in the coming weeks. body check tags ::
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