Former Martin Fowler actor James Alexandrou has broken his silence after the iconic EastEnders character was killed off on the BBC One soap during the 40th anniversary live death

EASTENDERS fans have been left “calling Ofcom” after Martin Fowler’s tragic death shocked the nation. BBC viewers took to social media in their droves to grieve long-term

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

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.

James Bye reveals why he decided to leave ‘EastEnders’ after 10 years, marking an emotional exit for Martin Fowler.

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.

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,

The live episode of EastEnders ended in tragedy as Martin Fowler ( James Bye) took his final breath, leaving a nation of fans in mourning. As the first baby born on the show way back in 1985, he is a huge part of EastEnders history, and fans are completely devastated by the loss.

James Bye has been a familiar face on our screens for years, starring in EastEnders as Martin Fowler, but away from the BBC soap, he leads a very different life with his wife and four children