EastEnders boss reveals more details on Nigel’s dementia storyline
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Tonight’s episode of EastEnders saw Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley) confirm to friend Yolande Trueman (Angela Wynter) that he has dementia. Nigel returned to Albert Square over Christmas, much to Phil’s (Steve McFadden) surprise. At first, Nigel claimed he was living in hostels after his life fell apart, but it was then suggested he wasn’t being entirely honest as partner Julie kept trying to get in contact with him.
![[Nigel Bates looks worried in EastEnders]](https://metro.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/501219-f1c1.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=646)
Focus for the majority of tonight’s instalment was on Phil. Yesterday, he sparked concern when he suddenly decided to sell his shares in the Boxing Den to Nigel. Nigel tried to tell his mate that he doesn’t really have a lot of success when it comes to running businesses, and isn’t the best man to accept his offer. Later, he found Sharon (Letitia Dean) and updated her.
![[Yolande talks to Nigel in EastEnders]](https://metro.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/501205-6149.jpg?quality=90&strip=all&w=646)
In the pub, a puzzled Sharon tried to get some answers out of Phil, but he simply stood up and said he was tired, increasing her worry. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video.
Up Next. Following a meeting with Jay (Jamie Borthwick), Nigel, Billy (Perry Fenwick) and Teddy (Roland Manookian), Sharon decided to try and get Phil to open up again. At his house, Phil was taken aback when the group arrived. Sharon started to wonder if Phil had something wrong with his mental health, and attempted to tell him they’d be there to support him if so.
