HOTTES NEWS TODAY!!! EastEnders airs another four exits amid wedding outcome in early iPlayer release

EastEnders has aired exits for four characters, as chaos erupts at Vicki Fowler and Ross Marshall’s wedding. This week, the community gathered to watch Vicki and Ross tie the knot, but at the altar Ross put the pieces together and asked Vicki if Zack Hudson is the man she previously slept with.

Vicki confirmed this bombshell, and in today’s episode, a furious Ross walked out of the marquee, with Sharon left reeling about Vicki and Zack’s secret liaison.

A confrontation unfolded outside, as Ross raged at the betrayal and punched Zack – who admitted that while he loves Vicki, she has continually made it clear that her heart was with Ross.

Vicki rejected Zack for good and headed to the allotments, where she found Ross gathering his thoughts. As Vicki tried to apologise for her actions, a row broke out, with Ross comparing Vicki to her dad and Vicki remarking that Ross sounded like his son Joel.

While Vicki pledged her love and commitment to Ross before returning to the altar, Ross was left with a lot of thinking to do. He was given some wise words from Patrick, who was leaving the Square for a while to visit his grandchildren in Scotland.

Ross then sat down with Sharon, who urged him not to overthink the drama with Zack and reminded him that Vicki loves him with all her heart.

Heartbroken Vicki was left with no choice but to stop the celebrations in the marquee, but Ross returned at the last minute, and the pair reunited to the soundtrack of their favourite song.

Vicki and Ross finally got married in front of the community, in joyous scenes. Shortly after, Sharon left with Albie ahead of an early flight back to Florida – but she told Phil that she would be back in Walford properly in a month or so once she has tied up some loose ends.

These weren’t the only exits in today’s episode, as elsewhere Priya found Ravi packing a bag shortly after they slept together. He explained that he was leaving Walford, and that he had written this in a letter that Priya never opened.

Ravi told Priya that he needed to set her free so he can continue healing alone after his time in the mental health unit, and said he thought she knew his return was just to say goodbye.

Despite Priya begging him to stay and declaring that their relationship would be over for good, Ravi walked out with his bags and left Priya sobbing.

Ahead of a special week of episodes, how will these dramatic events set up the night that changes everything?

The fallout from Vicki Fowler and Ross Marshall’s chaotic wedding is only just beginning, and Walford is heading into one of its most explosive weeks in recent memory. While the couple managed to say “I do” in front of their stunned friends and family, the emotional damage caused by Vicki’s secret affair with Zack Hudson has left cracks that may never fully heal.

Although Ross ultimately chose to forgive Vicki at the altar, viewers could see the pain written all over his face during the reception. Even as the guests danced and celebrated, Ross appeared distant and distracted, raising immediate suspicions among those closest to him. Sharon Watts, who had desperately tried to keep the peace during the wedding disaster, became increasingly worried that Ross was making a decision he might later regret.

Back at No. 43, tensions between Sharon and Zack reached breaking point. Sharon was furious that Zack’s actions had once again dragged her family into public humiliation. Zack attempted to defend himself, insisting that he genuinely fell in love with Vicki and never intended to destroy her relationship. However, Sharon refused to hear it, accusing him of selfishly chasing his feelings without considering the devastating consequences for everyone involved.

Meanwhile, Vicki tried desperately to settle into married life, but the atmosphere between her and Ross remained painfully awkward. During what should have been a romantic first evening as husband and wife, Ross quietly questioned whether Vicki truly chose him out of love or simply because Zack failed to give her the future she wanted. The accusation cut deep, and Vicki broke down in tears as she begged Ross not to doubt her commitment.

However, things took another shocking turn when Joel overheard a heated argument between the newlyweds. Already struggling with his own complicated relationship with his father, Joel became increasingly resentful toward Vicki and blamed her for destroying the stability Ross had worked so hard to rebuild. In emotional scenes, Joel lashed out and warned Vicki that she would eventually hurt Ross again.

Elsewhere in Walford, Priya was left devastated following Ravi’s sudden departure. After finally reconnecting and spending the night together, Priya believed they were finally getting another chance at happiness. Instead, Ravi’s heartbreaking goodbye shattered her hopes completely.

Unable to process the rejection, Priya spiraled emotionally over the following days. She ignored calls from friends and isolated herself from her family, leaving Nugget deeply concerned about her wellbeing. At the café, Priya admitted to Chelsea that she felt foolish for believing Ravi had truly changed his mind about leaving Walford.

What Priya doesn’t yet realise is that Ravi’s exit may not be permanent.

Before leaving the Square, Ravi secretly visited the hospital to speak with a mental health specialist connected to his recent treatment. In cryptic scenes, Ravi admitted that he feared becoming dangerous to the people he loves if he stayed in Walford while still struggling emotionally. The specialist encouraged Ravi not to disappear entirely and reminded him that healing doesn’t mean shutting everyone out forever.

Fans are already speculating that Ravi could make a dramatic return sooner than expected — especially after Priya discovered a second unopened letter hidden among Ravi’s belongings. Though she initially refused to read it, upcoming episodes suggest the contents could completely change her understanding of why Ravi really left.

Meanwhile, Sharon’s exit from Walford may also be more temporary than it first appeared.

Although Sharon boarded her flight to Florida with Albie, she made it very clear to Phil Mitchell that she intends to return within weeks. However, Phil was left uneasy by Sharon’s mysterious comments about “unfinished business” back in America. Some viewers are already convinced Sharon may become entangled in another dangerous situation abroad before she can make it home safely.

Phil himself faces mounting pressure as family tensions continue to escalate. Already exhausted from dealing with the wedding chaos, Phil soon finds himself caught between supporting Sharon, protecting Zack, and keeping the Mitchell family from imploding entirely.

At the same time, Linda Carter becomes increasingly suspicious that something else happened during the wedding reception that nobody is talking about. After overhearing fragments of conversations between several guests, Linda begins piecing together clues that suggest another secret may be hiding beneath the surface of Vicki and Ross’s big day.

Her suspicions intensify after she notices Zack behaving strangely around one particular resident. Though details remain tightly under wraps, teasers hint that Zack may be hiding another explosive truth that could send shockwaves through Walford all over again.

As if that wasn’t enough drama, Patrick Trueman’s emotional departure leaves Yolande struggling more than expected. While Patrick reassured everyone that he would only be away temporarily visiting family in Scotland, Yolande quietly admitted to Denise that she fears Patrick’s health may be worse than he’s letting on.

The emotional goodbye scenes deeply affected longtime viewers, especially as Patrick shared heartfelt final moments with several members of the Square before departing. His advice to Ross about forgiveness and family may ultimately become one of the defining emotional moments of the entire wedding storyline.

Over at The Vic, George Knight attempts to keep business running smoothly despite the constant chaos surrounding the community. But upcoming episodes suggest George’s own family problems are about to explode once again. After recent tensions with Junior and Elaine, George finds himself pushed to breaking point as secrets from the past continue resurfacing.

BBC teasers have already hinted that the upcoming special episodes will feature a “night that changes everything,” and fans are convinced the fallout from the wedding is only the beginning. With fractured relationships, emotional exits, hidden secrets, and several residents on the verge of collapse, Walford appears headed toward another unforgettable disaster.

For Vicki and Ross, the question now is whether love alone is enough to survive the damage already done. While they managed to overcome the humiliation of the wedding scandal in the short term, trust remains a huge issue between them. Ross may have chosen forgiveness, but deep down, the betrayal continues haunting him.

And with Zack still living in Walford, it may only be a matter of time before old feelings resurface and reopen wounds that never fully healed.

As the Square braces for another dramatic week, one thing is certain — the consequences of this wedding day are far from over, and several lives may be changed forever before the dust finally settles.