{"id":21487,"date":"2022-09-06T09:00:42","date_gmt":"2022-09-06T07:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.radiotimes.com\/?p=1701914"},"modified":"2022-09-06T09:25:15","modified_gmt":"2022-09-06T07:25:15","slug":"who-is-eastenders-freddie-slater-bobby-braziers-character-explained","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/radiotimes\/rss_feed\/who-is-eastenders-freddie-slater-bobby-braziers-character-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"Who is EastEnders\u2019 Freddie Slater? Bobby Brazier\u2019s character explained"},"content":{"rendered":"

All you need to know on the teen as he arrives in Walford. <\/p>

By Laura Denby\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Tuesday, 06 September 2022 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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Freddie Slater is back in Albert Square for the first time since 2006, as Bobby Brazier<\/a> takes on the role of the 18-year-old teen in upcoming EastEnders<\/a> scenes.<\/p>\n

The Slaters have been a firm fixture in the BBC soap for more than 20 years, so Freddie originates from characters with a rich history within the show. But as we are re-introduced to Freddie as a young adult, you may be wondering why he\u2019s back, where he came from and any other significant details about the character.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s why RadioTimes.com<\/a> has compiled this handy guide, so you can catch up on all you need to know before Freddie makes his mark. So read on to learn more, or to refresh your memory on his backstory.<\/p>\n

Who is Freddie Slater as he returns to EastEnders?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Bobby Brazier as Freddie Slater in EastEnders (BBC)<\/span><\/figcaption> BBC<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Freddie is the son of one of EastEnders\u2019 most memorable characters \u2013 Little Mo, as played by powerhouse performer Kacey Ainsworth<\/a> between 2000 and 2006. Before Freddie\u2019s arrival, though, the nation took Little Mo to their hearts. It was revealed that the gentle soul was being abused by husband Trevor Morgan (Alex Ferns). Her ordeal continued for years, until Mo fought back during another brutal attack. She struck Trevor with an iron, and was subsequently jailed for attempted murder. He did a deal with the Slaters for Little Mo\u2019s release; but he later set the house on fire in revenge.<\/p>\n

Trevor\u2019s scheme led to his own demise, leaving Mo finally able to move on as she married Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick). But just a year into their marriage, things took another harrowing turn when she was raped by Graham Foster (Alex McSweeney) as she worked in The Queen Vic. This ultimately led to Mo\u2019s pregnancy \u2013 and Billy was unable to accept her decision to keep the baby when she pointed out that the child could not be blamed for their father\u2019s vile actions.<\/p>\n

Little Mo took a break away from Walford, and returned for Graham\u2019s trial at which he was found guilty. In her absence, she had given birth to Freddie, and she and Billy attempted a reconciliation. But again, Billy struggled as he simply couldn\u2019t bond with the baby as his own. Little Mo found love again with Oliver Cousins\u00a0(Tom Ellis), but their happiness couldn\u2019t last.<\/p>\n

Freddie was at the centre of a tough storyline when he was hospitalised with worrying injuries. Little Mo found herself accused by those around her, but it was actually Ben Mitchell (then played by Charlie Jones) who had hurt Freddie. Still, Little Mo decided to move to Barnstaple, knowing she would always be suspected anyway. Oliver chased after Mo and Freddie, pleading with her to move away with him instead \u2013 but Little Mo was determined to make it on her own after so long in the shadows. She took her son and made a new life for herself, and we haven\u2019t seen her or Freddie since. Now, as the young man surprises his relatives, what\u2019s in store and what is the catalyst for his return?<\/p>\n

What can we expect from Freddie, and why is he back?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Freddie introduces himself to Billy. (BBC)<\/span><\/figcaption> BBC<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

When EastEnders first teased Freddie\u2019s arrival<\/a>, their cryptic clue was that he would be on a \u201cmission that could end in heartbreak\u201d. Now we know that Freddie will clash with his mum\u2019s ex-husband Billy shortly after his arrival, before realising his identity and introducing himself as Billy\u2019s son<\/a>. But with Billy, and everyone else in the know, aware of the turbulent history, could that heartbreak involve Freddie learning the truth about how he came to be?<\/p>\n

Well, later we\u2019ll see Billy\u2019s estranged wife Honey (Emma Barton) storming out on him, as she insists that he must contact Little Mo over telling Freddie the truth. Whether Billy has told Freddie everything, or simply revealed that he isn\u2019t his dad, is something we\u2019ll have to tune in to find out. As Freddie\u2019s family try to reassure him, he\u2019ll go missing.<\/p>

If he has come back to find his father, the poor soul is set for an upsetting start to life in Walford. But there\u2019s potential for happier times, as early descriptions of Freddie reveal. A typical Slater with a heart of gold, Freddie has inherited his mother\u2019s kindness. However, he is also said to have an edge that leads him to stir the pot \u2013 sounds like a Slater, alright!<\/p>\n

EastEnders\u2019 Executive Producer Chris Clenshaw has said: \u201cFreddie Slater is a chaotic 18-year-old with a sensitive soul. A modern-day lad who\u2019s in touch with his spiritual side. He\u2019s philosophical, accepting, but full of mischief and makes mistakes.\u201d<\/p>\n

Clenshaw also recently revealed<\/a>: \u201cHe\u2019s a bit of a cheeky charmer but he\u2019s definitely a bit of a lad.<\/p>\n

\u201cI call him a modern day lad. But he\u2019s also got this spiritual side. He kind of lives in the moment a little bit, he doesn\u2019t see too far down the road. Therefore, he doesn\u2019t see the consequences of his actions so he gets himself into a lot of trouble quite often!\u201d<\/p>\n

Actor Brazier also commented: \u201cHe\u2019s not trying to prove himself as a bad boy, he\u2019s got a lot more depth to him.\u201d<\/p>\n

We\u2019re looking forward to seeing how Freddie fares among the locals!<\/p>\n

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