Lauren gets massive funeral shock in Albert Square!
As Steven in laid to rest in EastEnders, Lauren learns his brain tumour was a lie…
As Steven in laid to rest in EastEnders, Lauren learns his brain tumour was a lie…
Ian Beale almost collapses as his stepson Steven's body is released for burial. Kathy returns to learn the terrible news, but promises to help Ian in his time of need.
Meanwhile, a guilt-ridden Lauren hits the bottle, rows with sister Abi, and ends up inviting Josh to the funeral.
But on the day the mourning families gather to see Steven laid to rest – Lauren learns that Steven falsified his brain tumour…
Kathy returns home…
…and is distraught when she learns the news of Steven's death.
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Ian breaks down when he learns his stepson's body has been released. But Kathy promises to support him and and Ben.
Sharon Ian Beale
Lauren struggles sorting out the funeral arrangements with Billy, and ends up rowing with Abi.
When Josh arrives, Abi shows him in disapprovingly…
When dad Max blanks her texts, Lauren decides to invite Josh to the funeral.
On the day of Steven's funeral, Lauren learns the shocking truth that his brain tumour was a lie… Watch EastEnders from Monday 18 September