The BBC soap EastEnders has been entertaining audiences for 40 years, and its recent anniversary celebrations have been nothing short of dramatic. The show kicked off its 40th anniversary week with a bang, as Cindy Beale, played by Michelle Collins, accidentally saved Phil Mitchell's life. The episode, which aired on Monday, February 17, saw Cindy trying to expose her attacker from Christmas Day, and in the process, she stumbled upon a shocking discovery that would change the course of events.

Cindy's plan to catch her attacker involved getting her new friend Priya Nandra-Hart to break into Ian Beale's house to find the missing locket that her attacker had stolen. However, Ian caught wind of the plan and foiled it, leading to a confrontation between Cindy and Ian at The Vic. The situation escalated, and Cindy ended up accusing Ian of attacking her, but the onlookers were not convinced. Ian, tired of Cindy's games, threw her out of the house, and she ended up going to Phil Mitchell to ask for his gun, believing that Ian was out to kill her.

Phil, however, refused to give Cindy his gun, and she ended up stealing it from him. She then broke into Ian's house, where she found someone holding her missing locket. The situation took a dramatic turn as Cindy pointed the gun at the person, exclaiming "You!" Meanwhile, Phil was struggling with his own demons and had planned a tragic suicide, but Cindy's actions inadvertently saved his life. The episode ended with a cliffhanger, leaving viewers wondering who was holding the locket and what would happen next.

The dramatic twist has left EastEnders fans stunned, with many taking to social media to praise Cindy for her actions. The show's 40th anniversary celebrations will continue throughout the week, with special episodes and spin-offs that will take viewers behind the scenes of the soap. The anniversary week will also feature a live episode, where the characters will face a tragic disaster that will put their lives in peril. With the show's iconic characters and storylines, the 40th anniversary celebrations are sure to be an unforgettable experience for fans.

The EastEnders 40th anniversary schedule is packed with exciting episodes and specials, including a trip down memory lane with classic episodes and a celebratory special looking back on past storylines. The show will also feature interviews with former cast members and a special documentary celebrating the show's 40 years on air. With its rich history and dedicated fan base, EastEnders is sure to continue entertaining audiences for many years to come. The show airs on Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30 pm on BBC One and is also available to stream on BBC iPlayer.