EastEnders has confirmed that Belinda Owusu is returning to Walford as Libby Fox — and her comeback will be part of a major storyline for her mum Denise.

The actress is heading back to the BBC soap for a short stint later this year, around 20 years after Libby first arrived in Walford. (Female First)

Libby’s return will tie into Denise Fox’s ongoing battle with blood cancer, giving the character another reason to be close to her family during an incredibly difficult time.

Belinda first joined EastEnders as Libby in 2006 as part of the Fox family. She later left Walford to study at Oxford University, with further returns before Libby’s departure in 2017. (The Sun)

However, fans have already seen Libby this year, with the character returning in July as Denise’s storyline developed. She also appeared in the New Year’s Day flash-forward, which gave viewers a glimpse of what’s to come in 2027. (Female First)

Libby is back — but what happens next?

With Denise continuing to face her health battle, Libby’s return could bring some emotional scenes for the Fox family.

And with the soap’s dramatic New Year storyline approaching, fans will no doubt be wondering exactly how important Libby will be to what’s coming next.

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