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EASTENDERS: THE PAUSE
WRITTEN BY LYNNE DALLOW
19 October 2026
To mark World Menopause Day, EastEnders has produced two stand alone short films, THE PAUSE, featuring Yolande & Chelsea and Linda & Honey. Team writer, Lynne Dallow scripted the films which are available to watch on all EastEnders social media channels from 18th October. A moment to pause. A conversation worth having. Brain fog, hot flushes and drawers full of handheld fans… sometimes it helps to compare notes with a friend. In ‘The Pause: Linda & Honey’, Linda opens up about menopause, and Honey shares her own experiences. Their honest conversation makes space for the things that too often go unspoken or get brushed aside. ‘The Pause: Chelsea & Yolande” sees Chelsea open up about the beginning of her perimenopause journey, while Yolande reflects on her own experiences. Two women at different stages of life, finding common ground, reassurance and humour in an honest chat.