: Several characters left or were written out, including Ronnie Mitchell (Samantha Womack) and Roxy Mitchell (Rita Simons), whose deaths in the season premiere marked a dark start to 2017.
: Introduction of the Taylor family, led by matriarch Karen Taylor (Lorraine Stanley), adding a new dynamic to Albert Square. Season Statistics Premiere Date January 1, 2017 Finale Date December 29, 2017 Total Episodes Lead Producer EastEnders - Season 33
: Michelle Fowler (Jenna Russell) and Steven Beale (Aaron Sidwell). : Several characters left or were written out,