In a stunning twist that is set to leave EastEnders fans reeling, the soap is gearing up to drop one of its most shocking bombshells of the year — Anthony’s long-hidden secret is finally exposed, and the revelation will change the lives of everyone involved. After weeks of cryptic hints, strange phone calls, and Anthony’s increasingly erratic behavior, it’s finally revealed that he is not the biological father of Zoe’s child, despite having fought so hard to claim her as his own. But the truth is far darker than anyone could have imagined — Anthony has been hiding a sinister scheme to protect himself from a devastating secret that could destroy his reputation, his relationship with Zoe, and his standing in Albert Square forever. The drama begins quietly, almost innocently, as Zoe starts to notice subtle changes in Anthony’s demeanor. Once affectionate and protective, he’s now withdrawn, distracted, and prone to late-night disappearances that he brushes off with vague excuses about “work emergencies.” Zoe, already exhausted from juggling new motherhood, becomes increasingly suspicious. When she stumbles upon a hidden envelope in Anthony’s desk drawer, marked with a DNA test logo, her world begins to crumble. The envelope contains the results of a paternity test — one that proves beyond doubt that Anthony is not the biological father of her daughter. Shocked and trembling, Zoe confronts him in a tense, emotionally charged scene that will no doubt go down as one of the year’s most unforgettable EastEnders moments. Anthony tries to deny it at first, his voice breaking, but the weight of his guilt becomes too much to bear. He finally admits that he knew the truth for months — that the test had been done secretly after a doctor raised questions during a hospital visit — but chose to hide it from her. His justification, however, only deepens the betrayal. “I couldn’t lose you,” he tells Zoe, his voice low and shaking. “If you knew the truth, you’d take her away, and I couldn’t let that happen.” But the truth runs even deeper than Zoe or the viewers expect. In a dramatic flashback sequence, it’s revealed that Anthony didn’t just hide the test results — he orchestrated them. Desperate to maintain the illusion of fatherhood and terrified of losing control, he used his connections to falsify an earlier DNA test that initially confirmed him as the father, only for the real results — obtained by a suspicious family friend — to expose his deception. His lies, however, weren’t driven purely by obsession or love; they were part of a darker plan to manipulate Zoe’s family’s finances. By claiming paternity, Anthony gained access to a trust fund set aside for Zoe’s child — a fund that he’s been quietly siphoning money from to cover debts connected to a failed business venture. The web of deceit, once pulled apart, reveals Anthony as a man cornered by desperation and guilt. The fallout is immediate and explosive. Zoe, devastated and furious, throws him out of the flat in a tearful breakdown that will leave viewers clutching their hearts. “You let me believe in a family that never existed,” she screams, her voice raw with emotion. “You let me build my whole world around a lie.” The camera lingers on Anthony’s face, broken and hollow, as he realizes the depth of his destruction — not just of Zoe’s trust, but of the life he pretended to build. The revelation sends shockwaves through Albert Square. Denise, ever the voice of reason, warns Zoe to stay strong and not let Anthony manipulate her again. Meanwhile, Phil and Sharon get wind of the scheme and begin to suspect that Anthony’s shady financial dealings may connect to a wider circle of corruption — potentially involving other business owners in Walford. What started as a domestic betrayal quickly morphs into a full-blown crime storyline, as Anthony’s debts and secret alliances come to light. Insiders have hinted that his “dark scheme” is only the tip of the iceberg — and that the real father of Zoe’s child may be someone viewers least expect. “This storyline is about to redefine what we thought we knew about these characters,” one EastEnders producer teased. “Anthony’s lies have been building for months, and now the entire web is unraveling. But the biggest shock is still to come — because the truth about the baby’s father will blow everything wide open.” Rumors are already swirling among fans that the true father might be someone close to Zoe — possibly a family friend or even a former flame who’s been quietly lurking on the periphery of recent episodes. The emotional impact of this reveal is said to be enormous, forcing Zoe to confront not only Anthony’s betrayal but her own past choices. “Zoe’s about to have her strongest story yet,” said an insider. “She’s heartbroken, yes, but she’s also furious. We’ll see her transformation from victim to fighter — someone who won’t be manipulated anymore.” Meanwhile, Anthony’s descent continues. After being exposed, he begins to spiral, drinking heavily and isolating himself. In one haunting scene, he’s seen standing outside Zoe’s window, watching her cradle the baby he once called his own, tears streaming down his face. It’s a devastating moment of realization — that all his lies, manipulations, and schemes have left him with nothing. The episode ends on a cliffhanger as police arrive at his flat with a warrant related to financial fraud. As they pound on the door, Anthony stares at himself in the mirror, whispering, “It wasn’t supposed to end like this.” The lights fade to black. Fans have taken to social media in droves, calling the storyline one of EastEnders’ most gripping in years. “This is pure vintage EastEnders — betrayal, heartbreak, and secrets coming out at the worst possible moment,” one fan posted. Another wrote, “Anthony had that haunted look for weeks — I knew something huge was coming.” As the fallout continues to ripple through Walford, viewers can expect emotional showdowns, unexpected alliances, and long-buried truths resurfacing in the episodes ahead. The revelation of Anthony’s deception not only tears apart his relationship with Zoe but also sets the stage for a larger reckoning across Albert Square. “It’s not just about one man’s lie,” the producer added. “It’s about how far people will go to protect the lives they’ve built — and how, in the end, the truth always catches up.” For EastEnders fans, the message is clear: secrets never stay buried for long, and when they finally explode, no one walks away unscathed.