Hold onto your seats, EastEnders fans, because the latest mystery surrounding baby Ethan has everyone buzzing—and it’s not what you think! Forget Jack Branning being the dad—viewers are convinced the truth is far more shocking. During a jaw-dropping 2027 flashforward episode, baby Ethan made his debut, but the real question is: whose child is he? While Jack is caring for the baby, fans are skeptical that he’s the father. Instead, they’re pointing fingers at other Walford residents, and the theories are wild.
Here’s where it gets juicy: Could Ethan be the child of Jack’s own daughter, Penny Branning, and her potential love interest, Vinny Panesar? Or maybe Amy is the mom, with Denzel as the dad? And this is the part most people miss—what if Ricky, Jack’s son, is involved, despite already having a child of his own? Fans are divided, with many taking to social media to share their guesses. One fan boldly declared, ‘That better not be Amy’s baby!’ while another asked, ‘Is baby Ethan Amy & Denzel’s?!???’
But here’s where it gets controversial: Is Jack’s heavy drinking and troubled state a red herring, or does it hint at a deeper connection to Ethan? Lauren’s concern for Jack and her mention of Ethan suggest there’s more to this story than meets the eye. Meanwhile, fans are also speculating about the pregnant woman in Max’s bed—could it be Chelsea Fox, who recently hinted at her attraction to him? With so many unanswered questions, one thing’s for sure: EastEnders is keeping us on the edge of our seats.
What do you think? Is Ethan really Jack’s child, or are fans onto something bigger? Share your theories in the comments—let’s debate this! EastEnders airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer. Follow Mirror Celebs and TV on TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Threads for more updates!
