EastEnders viewers are convinced they have worked out the identity

of Teddy Mitchell’s ex-wife on the BBC soap as the mystery

surrounding the newcomer’s love-life deepens.

EastEnders fans are buzzing with theories about the mysterious past of newcomer Teddy Mitchell, particularly regarding his ex-partner’s identity, as he settles into Walford life.

Billy Mitchell’s estranged half-brother has made quite the entrance, arriving with his sons Harry and Barney in tow. Teddy has been quick to rekindle ties with the Mitchells and has not shied away from charming Sharon Watts.

In a recent scene at The Queen Vic, over a casual drink with Sharon, Teddy opened up about his tumultuous past relationship. He confessed: “No, honestly, me and my ex, we can’t even be in the same room together, let alone run a business”, prompting Sharon to ask: “Treated you that bad, did she?”

Without missing a beat, Teddy responded: “No the opposite, I loved her to death, but she was toxic for me. I’m telling you, we would just row, proper rows that would go on for hours.”

He continued with a hint of mischief: “But what can I say? I do like a woman with a bit of fire in her belly. Guilty as charged”, while miming being handcuffed, reports the Daily Star.

Teddy tells Sharon about his ex-partner in EastEnders

Despite the intrigue, Teddy remainsed tight-lipped about the details of his former spouse and the mother of his children.

Yet, some eagle-eyed viewers are piecing together clues and suspect that Chrissie Watts might be the mystery ex-wife, especially with the confirmation of her return to the BBC One drama.

Chrissie Watts, known for her formidable presence, graced Albert Square from 2004 to 2005 and left an indelible mark on Sharon’s life.

As the notorious wife of Dirty Den, Chrissie won over viewers and featured in 218 episodes. During her dramatic tenure on Albert Square, she not only ran the Queen Vic but was also central to a host of storylines, most famously for murdering her husband Den.

EastEnders’ Chrissie and Sharon Watts pictures in 2005

Fans think Chrissie could be Teddy Mitchell’s wife (Image: BBC)
Together with Sam Mitchell and Zoe Slater, Chrissie took down the villainous Den, resulting in his grisly demise.

Chrissie’s time on the Square came to an end in 2005 when she was jailed for Den’s murder. Fast forward 19 years, and the iconic character is set to make a sensational return to Walford later this year for a brief appearance, sparking speculation among fans that Teddy could be the catalyst for her comeback.

On X (previously known as Twitter), one enthusiast speculated: “Theory: suppose Chrissie IS connected to Teddy is like an ex girlfriend/wife as she did have own life before she met Dirty Den in Spain or she’s the mother of one of his sons probably Barney?”

Tracy-Ann Oberman

Chrissie Watts is returning to Walford (Image: BBC)
Another fan suggested: “What if Teddys wife is Chrissie Watts’s and she turns up at his engagement with Sharon #EASTENDERS”. A third excitedly posted: “Teddy’s ex wife is gonna be Chrissie isn’t it #EastEnders.”

“Could it be that Teddy’s former flame is someone we’ve already seen? Maybe Chrissie Watts? #EastEnders #ChrissieWatts”, another fan pondered.

One more added to the frenzy: “I’m literally shook. Maybe she’s married to Teddy? and her and Sharon are gonna go to war again Is she the mum of the kids. #EastEnders.”

Echoing the sentiment, a fan declared: “What if teddys wife is Chrissie Watts’s and she turns up at his engagement with Sharon #EASTENDERS.”