Natalie Cassidy, a legend from Wallaford, discusses her first Christmas away from the soap, and whether or not she’d be interested in making another appearance in Albert Square.
Former EastEnders star Natalie Cassidy, who left Albert Square after a whopping 32 years as Sonia Fowler, says she is enjoying being ‘open’ to new opportunities and possibilities, after leaving the soap which she practically grew up on.
The mum of two of quit her iconic role with her emotional final scenes airing in April 2025 during the show’s 40th anniversary, after a major storyline that saw her leave Albert Square with her sister Bianca.
In an exclusive catch-up with the Mirror, she reveals her true thoughts about a potential return to the BBC soap, what she misses about it – and shares one big dream post-EastEnders that might just surprise a lot of her telly fans…
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How does it feel to have your first Christmas at EastEnders?
I’m really looking forward to watching Christmas Day as a viewer – and not knowing what’s going on. That’s actually really nice. It’s also really lovely having more time to prepare for Christmas and to be around for the children. I do miss those cold October nights on Albert Square, filming Christmas early, though – that feeling is very special.
Can you see Corrie and Emmerdale working on a cross-over episode with EastEnders and another soap soon?
I’m really interested to see how the crossover works. Someone suggested EastEnders and Casualty, which I think is a brilliant idea. I’d definitely watch that.
What do you hope to accomplish in 2026, and are there any goals you have?
You know, I don’t believe in resolutions because they put too much pressure on people. I’m not giving up! For health reasons, I do want to work out a little more, and I’d like to go see more live performances. I have a lot of hope for comedy, so I’d like to see a comedy come along.
Do you anticipate ever seeing yourself playing EastEnders again?
Not soon, no. It’s still very early, and I only left in February. I find it enjoyable to be diverse and open. You never know, because it’s my second home and very close to my heart.
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Source: Mirror
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