have confirmed the full line-up of former stars returning to Walford for Dot Cotton's funeral.
The soap unveiled that six actors will be reprising their roles for the special tribute episode which sees Albert Square residents say a final goodbye to the beloved launderette worker.  
Among those returning is , who played Dot's grand-daughter Lauren Branning and said it was a 'no-brainer' to return, and Tom Watt, who portrayed George 'Lofty' Holloway.
Sorely missed: EastEnders have confirmed the full line-up of former stars returning to Walford for Dot Cotton's funeral
While completing the line-up of returning actors are Colin Russell (Lord Michael Cashman CBE), Barry Clark (Gary Hailes) , Mary 'the punk' Smith (Linda Davidson) and Disa O'Brien (Jan Graveson).
, who died in April of this year at the age of 95.
RELATED ARTICLES Share this article Share 160 shares And now, further details of the funeral scenes have been revealed, with each of the returning characters sharing their memories of Dot throughout the years. 
While viewers will get a chance to discover what the characters have been up to since they last stepped foot in Walford. 
Back again: Among those returning is Jacqueline Jossa, who played Dot's grand-daughter Lauren Branning and said it was a 'no-brainer' to return
Return: Lofty, who last returned in 2019 for Dr Legg's funeral, will be back once more for a sad occasion 
Fan favourites: The BBC soap unveiled that six actors will be reprising their roles for the special tribute episode which sees Albert Square residents say a final goodbye to Dot (Pictured Linda Davidson and Tom Watt)
The beloved character of Dot left the show in January 2020 to go to Ireland with her grandson Charlie.
She portrayed the role of Dot for 35 years, and was part of the Branning clan after marrying character Jim Branning in 2002. 
Speaking on why it was important to have significant people from Dot's past return, show, Executive Producer Chris Clenshaw said in a statement: 'It's an honour to invite so many of Walford's beloved characters back to pay tribute to Dot. 
'Over the years, Dot profoundly impacted the lives of many young people struggling with life's biggest challenges.

Her warmth, heart and compassion changed lives - so we wanted to reunite some of the people she helped the most. 
RIP: It was previously revealed that soap bosses were working on a tribute for web page EastEnders legend June Brown, (pictured in 2002) who died in April of this year at the age of 95
Much loved: now, further details of the funeral scenes have been revealed, with each of the returning characters sharing their memories of Dot throughout the years
Tribute: Both Lofty actor Tom Watt (R) and Mary 'the punk' Smith star Linda Davidson will reprise their roles 
'I'm thrilled these talented and generous actors wanted to share this special experience with us so we can give Dot a fitting send-off.