Linda Carter’s world could be about to collapse as someone close to her threatens to reveal the truth about Keanu Taylor’s death. The Queen Vic landlady, played by Kellie Bright, recently admitted responsibility for Keanu’s demise, a revelation that may have serious consequences.
Matt Di Angelo’s departure from the BBC One soap has already seen his character, Dean Wicks, sentenced to nine years in prison. Dean had confessed to raping Linda, yet he was initially framed for Keanu’s murder by a desperate group of six individuals trying to keep their secret hidden.
On Monday, September 9, 2024, Linda learned of Dean’s sentencing. While this news was a relief for her mother, Elaine Peacock (played by Harriet Thorpe), Linda chose this moment to confess her own guilt, finally admitting that she was the one responsible for Keanu’s death.
Her son Johnny (Charlie Suff), a solicitor, tried to intervene, hoping to prevent Linda from dragging Elaine into the dark secret that is already known by five other women in Albert Square, as well as Jack Branning. However, Linda pressed on, leaving Elaine stunned by the revelation.
Elaine was visibly shaken by the confession. She reminded Linda that going to prison would mean leaving her two young children, Annie and Ollie, in her care. However, she was quick to express concerns over Ollie’s autism, questioning whether she could provide the level of care he requires while also managing The Vic.
The situation has caused a stir online, with many criticising Elaine for appearing to be more focused on her partner, George Knight, than on her daughter and grandchildren. Social media users have not held back, with one branding Elaine a “terrible mother,” while another called for social services to intervene. Others accused Elaine of taking over Linda’s home and treating her unfairly despite moving in with an entirely new family.
But the biggest threat to Linda may now come from within her own home. Elaine’s shock at Linda’s confession has led to speculation that she might buckle under pressure and expose her daughter’s crime. With the weight of this revelation bearing down on her, Elaine could ultimately be the one to bring Linda to justice, leading to her arrest and a lengthy prison sentence.
Elaine has already faced criticism for ignoring Linda’s ongoing battle with alcohol. If she does decide to come clean, it could be a turning point that not only sends Linda to jail but also shatters their already strained relationship forever.
