Bex Fowler returning to EastEnders to mourn death of her father Martin - Martin Fowler died during Thursday’s 40th anniversary live episode of the BBC One soap.

EastEnders star James Bye has spoken out about the demise of Martin Fowler in tonight's live episode, with him having shared a parting message in an emotional statement

Martin Fowler, played by James Bye, was killed off in the live episode of EastEnders after spending 40 years on the BBC soap and the actor has explained the reason behind the brutal exit.

James Bye has been a familiar face on our screens for years, starring in EastEnders as Martin Fowler, but away from the BBC soap, he leads a very different life with his wife and four children

James Bye took over the role of Martin Fowler when the character returned to Walford after a seven-year absence in 2014. The character was the first baby to be born on the show to parents Pauline and Arthur Fowler (Wendy Richard and Bill Treacher).

The funeral of Martin Fowler on EastEnders is guaranteed to be an emotional watch for viewers who saw the market stall holder killed during the Queen Vic explosion

EastEnders star James Bye and his wife Victoria finally got their happy ending in 2023, following what the Martin Fowler star called "a traumatic" time for the pair

James Bye is best known for playing Martin Fowler on EastEnders but the character has been killed off after suffering from Crush syndrome in the Queen Vic explosion

EASTENDERS has confirmed a key member of the Fowler family IS returning – following Martin’s tragic death. The character – played by James Bye – passed away in tragic