In recent episodes of EastEnders, Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley) has returned to Walford and is residing with his old friend, Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden). Nigel has been exhibiting signs of memory loss, including confusion and forgetfulness, such as mistakenly calling Phil by his brother Grant’s name. This has led to concerns about his health, and he has confided in Yolande Trueman (Angela Wynter) about his diagnosis of early-onset dementia. citeturn0search10

Seeking additional support, Nigel reached out to another legendary character from Walford’s past—Grant Mitchell (Ross Kemp). Despite initial reluctance, Grant returned to Walford and, alongside Nigel, discovered Phil in a critical state, contemplating suicide. This intervention led to Phil admitting himself to a mental health facility. citeturn0search9

These developments highlight Nigel’s efforts to reconnect with old friends as he navigates his health challenges, emphasizing the importance of support networks within the community.

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