EASTENDERS fans were left absolutely gobsmacked as they spotted the sister of a very famous star appearing as an extra.

On the BBC One soap, Harry (Elijah Holloway) was trying to teach Kojo (Dayo Koleosho) the art of the chat-up.

Stacey Slater, an EastEnders actor, on a phone call.

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Lacey Turner has starred in EastEnders since 2004Credit: BBC

Woman in black strapless dress.

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Her sister Lily Ruby is an aspiring actressCredit: Instagram

Screenshot of two women talking in a dimly lit bar.

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Lily (left) recently appeared on her sister’s soap as an extra in Harry’s Bar
The pair were getting ready to celebrate Nicola’s (Laura Doddington) birthday when they spotted a group of ladies by the bar.

Later on, Harry approached one of them, only to be confronted by a previous one night stand whom he ghosted.

Although he failed massively, fans of EastEnders couldn’t help but notice something else entirely amongst the group.

One of the ladies was the sister of Lacey Turner, 37, who has starred in the show as Stacey Slater since 2004.

Lacey confirmed she had given birth to her third child with partner Matt Kay in January of this year.

Her sister Lily Ruby Turner is a 22-year-old actress who also dabbles in singing, according to her YouTube profile.

She boasts over 17,000 followers on her TikTok account, where she regularly uploads videos which showcase her talent.

Fans could not help but notice her prominent positioning as they claimed that this was not her first time on the soap.

She previously played a young Shenice Quinn, daughter of Martina Quinn (Tamara Wall) who was looked after by Kat (Jessie Wallace) and Alfie (Shane Richie).

One fan gushed: “She was in it years ago as a little girl kat and Alfie cared for.”

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A second stated: “I KNEW SHE LOOKED FAMILIAR.”

While a third enquired: “She played Sheniece didn’t she?”

Other enthusiastic viewers could also not get over the striking resemblance between her and her super famous sister.

Someone else exclaimed: “She looks like 2010 stacey omg

And a fifth added: “Omg she’s Lacey reincarnated.”

 

Stacey Slater’s biggest EastEnders storylines

 

Stacey Slater, played by Lacey Turner, is one of the most iconic characters on EastEnders. Since her introduction in 2004, Stacey has been at the center of some of the soap’s most memorable and gripping storylines. Here’s a rundown of a few.

    Mental Health Struggles and Bipolar Diagnosis (2009)
    Stacey’s battle with bipolar disorder was one of the soap’s groundbreaking storylines. Her erratic behavior, mood swings, and hallucinations led to her eventual diagnosis, highlighting the challenges of living with mental illness.
    Stacey and Max Branning’s Affair (2007)
    One of the most explosive storylines in the soap’s history involved Stacey’s affair with her father-in-law, Max Branning. Stacey was married to Max’s son Bradley at the time, and their affair was exposed in dramatic fashion on Christmas Day when a recording of their tryst was played to the entire family.
    The Murder of Archie Mitchell (2009)
    After a widespread hunt for Archie’s killer EastEnders fans eventually discovered Stacey was responsible for his death. She murdered him on Christmas day after he raped her. When she confessed her crime to Max Branning, the couple got closer.
    Postpartum Psychosis (2016)
    After the birth of her son Arthur, Stacey suffered from postpartum psychosis. She struggled with delusions and became paranoid, believing that the devil was trying to harm her child. Her breakdown was a pivotal moment that brought her close to her family and helped educate the public about this serious mental health condition.
    Stacey’s Imprisonment (2021)
    Stacey faced imprisonment after being falsely accused of attacking her one time best friend, Ruby Allen. This plotline saw Stacey having to leave her family behind while she served time.
    Lily’s Pregnancy and Becoming a Grandmother (2023)
    A recent major storyline saw Stacey grappling with the shock of her 12-year-old daughter Lily becoming pregnant. This brought new challenges and responsibilities for Stacey as she tried to face becoming a grandmother while still dealing with her own struggles.

Screenshot of a woman with a surprised expression in a bar, with other people blurred in the background.

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Fans of the show were distracted by her prominent position in front of the cameraCredit: BBC

Two men talking in a dimly lit bar.

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Harry was ultimately unsuccessful in his missionCredit: BBC

Screenshot of a group of young adults at a bar.

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He was confronted by one of the ladies whom he ghosted as Lily (far right) was left in the backgroundCredit: BBC

Screenshot of people in a bar.

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Viewers couldn’t help but notice her striking resemblance to her sister LaceyCredit: BBC
EastEnders continues on BBC One and is available to stream on iPlayer.