Iconic EastEnders star set to make a surprise return to Albert Square three years after leaving the BBC soap

An EastEnders legend is soon set to make a huge return three years after quitting the soap. 

Louisa Lytton, 35, who is best known for playing Ruby Allen in Albert Square, is preparing to make a surprise return to the BBC One soap.

The actress first appeared on screens as troubled runaway Ruby Allen in EastEnders back in 2005, hanging around Albert Square with the likes of Stacey Slater.

She then appeared on the small screen in The Bill, Casualty and Murdoch Mysteries, as well as theatre productions such as Grease. 

In 2018 she returned to her EastEnders role, almost 12 years after she departed the BBC One Soap. 

Louisa, 35, who is best known for playing Ruby Allen in Albert Square, is preparing to make a surprise return to the BBC One soap

Viewers last saw Ruby Allen when she left Walford in November 2021, shortly after she claimed to be pregnant with Martin Fowler’s (James Bye) child.

However, Martin refused to believe her having discovered that Ruby had spouted a series of lies which led to Stacey’s (Lacey Turner) false imprisonment.

Whilst it is uncertain whether Ruby was in fact telling the truth about her pregnancy, her return is sure to cause chaos for Martin and Stacey who both thought they had seen the back of her for good…

Speaking on her return, Louisa Lytton said: ‘I am thrilled to have been asked back to the Square to revisit Ruby once more, and to shed some light on what the past three years have been like for her during her time away from Walford. 

‘I’ve always loved playing Ruby as there is never a dull moment and I cannot wait for everyone to see what Ruby has in store.’

Chris Clenshaw, Executive Producer added: ‘I’m delighted to welcome Louisa Lytton back to the role of Ruby Allen. 

‘Ruby’s departure from Walford left many unanswered questions for Martin and Stacey, and her return is sure to unearth a whole heap of drama for her character and all those involved.’

The actress first appeared on screens as troubled runaway Ruby Allen in EastEnders back in 2005, hanging around Albert Square with the likes of Stacey Slater

Bosses have announced comebacks for Patsy Palmer as Bianca Jackson, Michael French as her dad David Wicks, as well as iconic villain Chrissie Watts (pictured)

This return is the latest in a long line of major comebacks for the show ahead of its big 40th anniversary next February.

Bosses have announced comebacks for Patsy Palmer as Bianca Jackson, Michael French as her dad David Wicks, as well as iconic villain Chrissie Watts.

It comes after it was revealed Laila Rouass is joining the cast of EastEnders.

The actress, 53, who is of Indian and Moroccan descent, will head to Albert Square as guest character Ayesha in August.

Ayesha arrives in Walford following an invitation from established character Nish Panesar, and it’s quickly apparent she has history with him, his ex-wife Suki Panesar, and the rest of the family.

It will transpire that Ayesha knew Suki and Nish a long time ago, but they haven’t been in touch for many years.

Laila is best known for her roles in since-cancelled soaps Holby City, Primeval, and Footballer’s Wives.