Walford is no stranger to scandal, but EastEnders may be brewing one of its most jaw-dropping twists yet—one that threatens to unravel not only a relationship, but the fragile peace within the Mitchell family. Viewers are abuzz with speculation that Sharon Watts could soon find herself pregnant… but not by the man everyone expects.

In a bold and emotionally charged move, EastEnders brought back the iconic Grant Mitchell (Ross Kemp) for a surprise visit—and with him came a storm Sharon (Letitia Dean) clearly wasn’t prepared for. Just hours after being released from hospital following the devastating Queen Vic explosion, Sharon sought comfort where she knew it would feel safe, familiar… and dangerously passionate.

Mourning the loss of Martin Fowler, Sharon was emotionally vulnerable when Grant stopped by her home. What started as shared laughter and reminiscing quickly turned intimate as the chemistry between these two longtime lovers reignited like a match to gasoline. One kiss became two. Then a third. And soon, Grant was removing his jacket while the camera panned away—implying much more than a mere embrace had occurred.

Unbeknownst to Sharon, her current boyfriend Teddy Mitchell (Roland Manookian)—who also happens to be Grant’s cousin—was patiently waiting for her at Martin’s vigil drinks, clearly unaware of the betrayal unfolding behind closed doors. And now, fans are convinced the fallout is going to be far more dramatic than a simple broken heart.

Social media erupted during and after the broadcast. “Sharon is going to get pregnant off Grant, isn’t she?” one user tweeted. Another joked, “I swear if Sharon gets pregnant at like 56 via Grant I actually won’t be able to cope. That ship has SAILED!” But while some may laugh, longtime EastEnders watchers know better: Clenshaw, the current showrunner, has a knack for pulling off shocking callbacks and emotionally-charged full-circle moments.

Let’s not forget the 2019–2020 drama when Sharon was pregnant with Keanu’s child while still involved with Phil Mitchell. That scandal sent shockwaves through the Square and fractured families. Could we be looking at history repeating itself—this time with Teddy playing the role of the unsuspecting partner and Grant returning for the long haul?

One particularly juicy viewer theory suggests this is exactly the kind of twist that could tether Grant back to Walford permanently. “Clenshaw loves nostalgia,” they wrote. “And this could be what pulls Grant back to Walford for good.”

It’s a theory that makes sense. Sharon and Grant’s connection is the stuff of soap legend, tangled with decades of betrayal, passion, and power. Their history is deeply rooted in EastEnders lore—and a surprise pregnancy would not only reignite that fire but also force a reckoning within the already complicated Mitchell family.

But the potential twist doesn’t stop there. One fan noted ominously: “Teddy is going to go ballistic when he finds out—especially when he discovers Barney is Zack’s son too.” Indeed, Sharon’s past is full of hidden paternity truths and painful betrayals. Could this be another chapter in her ongoing saga of complicated motherhood?

More importantly, what will Sharon do if she discovers she’s pregnant again? Will she come clean to Teddy—or will she attempt to pass the baby off as his, only to be tripped up by a future DNA test? The soap has never shied away from such high-stakes drama before.

The psychological stakes are equally as compelling. Sharon is grieving, raw, and confused. Her impulsive night with Grant wasn’t just about lust—it was about seeking safety in familiarity. But what if the consequences of that moment change everything? And is Grant even ready for fatherhood again, especially under such chaotic circumstances?

Meanwhile, Teddy’s growing attachment to Sharon will make any revelation devastating. He’s already taken steps to be there for her during her recovery from the explosion. Discovering that not only has she cheated—but that she may be carrying his cousin’s child—could drive him to desperate measures.

As the Mitchells begin to circle each other with suspicion and resentment, the Queen Vic may become the setting for yet another explosive showdown. DNA secrets, emotional fallout, and the possibility of a new Mitchell heir are all ingredients for the kind of long-burn storyline EastEnders does best.

With the return of Grant, the show is clearly not afraid to lean into its legacy—while crafting compelling new chaos. Fans are watching every scene, every glance, every cryptic comment for signs that Sharon might be hiding more than grief behind her carefully composed exterior.

So—is Sharon pregnant? Will Teddy discover the truth? And if a child is indeed on the way, which Mitchell man will claim the title of father?

One thing’s for sure: the Mitchell family tree is about to get a whole lot messier.