EastEnders celebrates 25 years of Slater family drama with top ten unforgettable Walford moments.

Few families have left a mark on EastEnders quite like the Slaters. Since their explosive arrival in 2000, the clan has been at the heart of Walford life, delivering some of the soap’s most memorable, emotional, and downright shocking storylines. As the Slaters celebrate 25 years on the Square, the BBC has revealed a list of their top ten most unforgettable moments—scenes that not only defined the family but also became iconic in British soap history.

From the famous reveal of Kat’s true relationship to Zoe, to Stacey’s emotional breakdowns, Mo’s outrageous schemes, and Jean’s heartfelt struggles, the Slaters have embodied everything fans love about Albert Square: passion, resilience, comedy, and tragedy in equal measure. Each generation of Slaters has brought fresh energy, whether it was Kat’s fiery entrances, Stacey’s award-winning storylines, or the more recent arrivals shaking up the next chapter of the family legacy.

The celebration of these moments is more than just nostalgia—it’s a reminder of how integral the Slaters are to EastEnders. Their story arcs have tackled important issues such as mental health, abuse, family loyalty, and survival, resonating with millions of viewers and sparking national conversations. As Walford looks to the future, the Slaters continue to prove that they are not just characters on a soap—they are icons of British television, standing as one of the strongest and most beloved families in soap opera history.