EastEnders reveals iconic character's exit with emotional trailer | Soaps

Will Whitney get her happy ending? (Photo: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)

EastEnders has already released an emotional trailer The dramatic departure of Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty). of the BBC soap opera, leaving fans asking a big question: Will she finally get her happy ending?

Whitney has had a tough time during her time on Albert Square, and after numerous failed relationships, she believes she has finally found the one in fiancé Zack Hudson (James Farar).

But little does she know, Zack recently cheated on her with best friend Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa).

In the new trailer, key moments from Whitney's previous storylines play out on screen, including her first arrival in Walford, the abuse she suffered at the hands of pedophile Tony King, her ill-fated marriage to Callum Highway (Tony Clay), and her ordeal with serial killer Gray Atkins.

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As her past is revisited, Whitney reflects on everything she has experienced.

Finally, viewers are reminded of Whitney and Zack's relationship, as past Whitney points out that a family is all she's ever wanted – which only makes Zack's betrayal even more painful.

At the moment, Zack and Lauren's one night stand is being kept top secret only Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer) has discovered the truth.

Whitney has been through a lot over the years (Picture: BBC)

Despite promising Zack that she would keep the knowledge under her hat in the coming scenes Bianca gives Lauren an ultimatumin which she promises that if Lauren doesn't tell Whitney the truth, she will.

Will Whitney get her heart broken, or will she finally get her happy ending?

If anyone deserves a happy ending, it's Whitney.


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Over the years she has experienced more trauma than the average EastEnders character – and that's saying something.

Since her arrival in 2008, Whitney has dealt with homelessness, sexual abuse, a miscarriage, a stalker, time in prison and being cheated on more than once.

With actress Shona McGarty has left the role after 16 yearsWill Zack's betrayal ultimately drive her out of Walford?

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