EastEnders Fans Decide Denise Fox's Romantic Future in Historic 40th Anniversary Vote
EastEnders fans were given the power to decide Denise Fox’s romantic future during the soap’s 40th anniversary celebrations. In a historic interactive twist, viewers were asked to vote on whether Denise (played by Diane Parish) should reunite with her estranged husband Jack Branning (Scott Maslen) or pursue a relationship with her secret lover Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara). The vote, which required a BBC account, opened at 8.30pm on Wednesday, February 19, and closed at 7.10pm on Thursday, February 20, ahead of the live anniversary episode.
The storyline follows Denise’s complicated love life, which saw her marriage to Jack collapse after his affair with Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner). Matters were further complicated when Denise rekindled her romance with Ravi, who had previously been in a relationship with her daughter Chelsea (Zaraah Abrahams). Fans ultimately chose Jack as Denise’s partner, sparking mixed reactions on social media. Some viewers expressed disappointment, with one stating, “I still can’t believe boring Jack won,” while others celebrated the decision, with one fan declaring, “Well I’m happy Denise and Jack are together again.”
The live episode, which aired at 7.30pm on Thursday, incorporated the results of the vote, with the cast and crew quickly adapting to reflect the viewers’ choice. In addition to Denise’s love life, fans were also given the opportunity to vote on the name of Sonia Fowler’s baby, choosing between Julia and Toni in honour of EastEnders’ creators Julia Smith and Tony Holland. The winning name was revealed during the live broadcast.
This interactive element marked a first for the long-running soap, which first aired on 19 February 1985. The anniversary week also featured dramatic storylines, including a deadly explosion at The Vic, leaving several characters in peril. The live episode showcased the show’s ability to adapt to real-time decisions, further cementing its place as a cornerstone of British television.
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