EastEnders new Vicki Fowler actress Alice Haig's life as past BBC role revealed

In the wake of EastEnders' 40th anniversary week, it has been revealed that a beloved character is set to make a return to Albert Square.

Vicki Fowler, played by Alice Haig, will be making her way back to Walford following the tragic death of her uncle, Martin (James Bye), who lost his life in the Queen Vic explosion.

Joining Vicki on her return will be her boyfriend Ross (Alex Walkinshaw) and his son Joel (Max Murray). Vicki, the daughter of Michelle Fowler and Den Watts, was last seen in Walford in 2004 before she relocated to Australia with her partner Spencer Moon to manage a bar.

The role of Vicki was previously portrayed by Scarlett Alice Johnson, but will now be taken over by actress Alice Haig. Here's everything you need to know about the new face on the soap.

What other shows has Alice Haig appeared in?

Alice, a native of south east London, boasts an impressive list of acting credits. She began her career at Shakespeare's Globe and has since performed in Jonathan Kent's Fairy Queen at BAM New York,reports OK!.

She has collaborated with notable figures such as Sara Pascoe and has been involved in projects with Paines Plough, Theatre 503 and National Theatre Studio. Alice starred in the solo drama How to Disappear Completely and played Miss Verity in the arena tour of Grandpa's Great Escape.

TV enthusiasts may recognise Alice from her role as journalist Sophie in BBC's Rain Dogs. The actress has also featured in the Disney+ series Andor and BBC's This Is Going To Hurt.

Alice Haig's personal life

Alice, who is set to join the cast of EastEnders, tends to keep her private life under wraps. With a blank slate on Instagram and infrequent updates on her other social profiles, the actress maintains a low-key presence off-screen.

Delighted about her upcoming part in the soap, Alice expressed her enthusiasm: "I am so excited. I have always watched the show, and I was born in February 1985, so I'm the same age as EastEnders! It's so cool to be playing a character like Vicki - we think we know her, but a lot has changed. I can't wait for all the Albert Square drama ahead."

While viewers are kept in suspense over the exact date of Vicki's entrance to Walford, the storyline hints that following Martin's demise, showcased in Thursday's (20 February) instalment, her arrival could be anticipated within weeks.

EastEnders airs Monday - Thursday on BBC One at 7.30pm. Episodes are also released on iPlayer at 6am