EastEnders fans are in shock after one of the show's most iconic characters died in tonight's live episode. Martin Fowler - who was the first baby to be born in the show - died after proposing to Stacey Slater. Viewers watched in horror while paramedics fought to save Martin who had been crushed by a metal beam.

Martin Fowler was dramatically killed off during EastEnders' live episode to mark its 40th anniversary as actor James Bye has revealed why his beloved character had to die

Martin Fowler, played by James Bye, was killed off in the live episode of EastEnders after spending 40 years on the BBC soap and the actor has explained the reason behind the brutal exit.

EASTENDERS fans are still reeling after one shock exit, but it looks like another one could be on the cards soon. BBC soap EastEnders saw the Queen Vic go up in flames and one beloved character

BBC's EastEnders left fans devastated as Walford's market trader Martin Fowler died in the 40th anniversary episode, as spoilers reveal what's to come next on the Square

Vicki Fowler is set to make her return to EastEnders after 20 years away from Walford and she'll be bringing two new family members with her to EastEnders' Albert Square

Following the death of Martin Folwer in EastEnders 40th anniversary live show on Thursday (February 20), many fans of the BBC soap are questioning how he overcame a similar incident. Martin, played by James Bye for the past 11 years,

Vicki Fowler to return to EastEnders for her uncle Martin’s funeral - It comes after Martin Fowler died of a cardiac arrest in Thursday’s live episode of the BBC soap.