Grant Mitchell’s bombshell return confirmed as Ross Kemp reprises role for EastEnders 40th anniversary

SOAP legend Ross Kemp is returning to EastEnders as Grant Mitchell for EastEnders’ 40th anniversary.

The actor will make a bombshell comeback to the Square in the new year, nine years after his last appearance.

BBCRoss Kemp is officially returning as Grant Mitchell in the new year[/caption] BBCRoss last returned to the soap for Grant’s mum Peggy’s funeral in 2016[/caption]

Confirming his return, Ross Kemp said: “I’m delighted to be returning to EastEnders as the show heads towards its 40th anniversary.