And now fans are certain that Sam is set to return, as Sharon surprised Kat by getting in contact with Sam. Rather than being killed off on the soap, Sam emigrated to Portugal along with Grant Mitchell, played by Ross Kemp. (Image: Danniella Westbrook /Instagram)The star added: "@BBCEastEnders have not contacted me to say they are re-casting or if they have. Fans and celebrity pals rushed to support Danniella in the comments section, with Wayne Lineker writing: "Babe there’s only one Sam Mitchell! Someone else pointed out: "There’s only one person who can play Sam Mitchell and that’s the original Real McCoy @danniellawestbrook_73."

Source: The Star January 07, 2022 15:45 UTC