Albert Square may soon see another shockwave rippling through its cobblestone streets as EastEnders legend Michelle Collins (Cindy Beale) has publicly called for the long-absent Cindy Jr. to return after a 10-year hiatus. While Cindy Beale has dominated recent storylines with her explosive return, fans are now buzzing with speculation that her daughter—Cindy Williams Jr.—may not be far behind.

The last time viewers saw Cindy Jr., she had fled Walford alongside Liam Butcher in the aftermath of Lucy Beale’s tragic death, one of the most shocking storylines in EastEnders history. Since then, her presence has only lingered through occasional name drops, whispers, and family references. But according to Collins in a new interview with The Mirror, she’s more than ready to bring the younger Cindy back into the fold—and she’s even suggested that original actress Mimi Keene could step back into the role.

“I have never met Cindy Jun, so it would be quite nice if she came back,” Collins shared. “She’s probably too busy, but maybe she can fit us in for a week.”

And there it is—a casual plea laced with promise. Mimi Keene, now a major star thanks to her breakout role in Sex Education, has become a fan-favorite in her own right. Her return to EastEnders, even briefly, would mark a seismic moment in the Beale storyline, which remains one of the show’s most emotionally charged legacies.

In-universe, Cindy Jr.’s journey has been mostly off-screen. After splitting from Liam, she was last said to be traveling on her own—a lone figure whose story remains largely untold. A reappearance could not only rekindle the pain surrounding Lucy Beale’s murder but might also reawaken unresolved tensions between Cindy Sr., Ian, and the rest of the Beale family.

But it’s not just drama on screen for Michelle Collins. The actress will soon take a brief hiatus from EastEnders to perform at the renowned Edinburgh Fringe Festival in her upcoming one-woman show, Motor Home Marilyn. The dark comedy, inspired by a real-life encounter, sees Collins play Denise, a struggling actress obsessed with Marilyn Monroe. Described as a story about “failure, lost dreams, and feeling like life has passed you by,” Collins’ passion project is already generating excitement in the theatre world.

“EastEnders have let me have a month off, so I’m very excited,” she confirmed.

While Collins prepares to take the stage, fans are left eagerly wondering—will Cindy Jr. finally return to Walford? Will her reappearance be the spark that reopens old wounds, or could she represent a path toward healing for a fractured family?

One thing is certain—whenever a Beale resurfaces, EastEnders doesn’t just get dramatic. It becomes unforgettable.