Stacey Slater ( Lacey Turner) finally confessed the truth about Martin Fowler ’s ( James Bye) death in recent EastEnders scenes, unaware that someone was listening in. Martin’s death has had a huge impact on the local community, with Stacey struggling more than most.

EastEnders viewers have been left heartbroken after Martin Fowler died in the 40th anniversary live episode - and fans are convinced they know who Stacey's next love interest will be.

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Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner) told a whopping great lie in recent EastEnders scenes, but her motivations came from a good place. Poor Stacey was left completely devastated last week when she watched Martin Fowler (James Bye) die after being crushed by a beam during the Queen Vic explosion.