Ardent EastEnders viewers will remember that Lola expressed some last wishes in her recorded message at Christmas, 2024. One of those messages included persuading Honey and Jay to run the London marathon. The latest spoilers reveal that the time has come for the duo to live up to the request.
In the upcoming EastEnders episodes, Honey and Jay participate in the grand event to do a fundraiser for a cause close to Lola’s heart. The yet to be aired scenes will focus on the duo’s journey through the training process. They will also have to deal with the mixed emotions that surface with the reminder of Lola’s passing.
But that is not all, apart from the EastEnders storyline, the soap stars – Emma Barton and Jamie Borthwick will be competing in the London Marathon in real life. The actor intend to raise funds for Children in Need and Prostate Cancer UK. In an interesting style of filming, the actors will run part of the marathon in character. So as to get scenes for the BBC One soap. While, the remainder of the marathon will be for their own real-life fundraising.
EastEnders Stars Express Their Delight
The London Marathon will take place on Sunday, April 21, 2024. So the EastEnders storyline for the same can be expected to roll-out some time after the real-life event. Speaking to the media, Emma stated that “It’s an absolute privilege to be taking part in this storyline and to be running the London Marathon. Interestingly, it is the second time the soap star is running the marathon.
Furthermore, she added that she is thrilled to be running the marathon for BBC Children in Need. She also added that EastEnders is so synonymous to London, and she just can’t wait to be running in the event alongside co-star Jamie. Speaking of him, he too expressed his excitement for participating in the event. “EastEnders is a London show, and as far as I’m aware, we’ve never shown it before on screen so I’m really excited to be a part of it, he asserted.
Well, going be how excited both are beloved stars our, this storyline is going to be one to watch out for. Are you as excited as us? Tell us in the comments. Meanwhile, stay tuned to TV Season & Spoilers for more EastEnders spoilers and updates.