EastEnders’ actress Heather Peace has revealed a secret battle with breast cancer.The 49-year-old, best known for her role as Eve Sopal-Unwin in the BBC soap, told Instagram followers she has completed chemotherapy and feels “very lucky” following months of treatment.Sharing the clip alongside a lengthy caption on Sunday, she wrote: ‘This video is an important part of my recent journey, which I wanted to share with you.’I’ve been on quite a road for many months now. I was diagnosed with breast cancer at the beginning of October.

‘Since then I’ve undergone surgery and recovery over the Christmas period and today my chemotherapy journey ended. To conclude – I’ve just picked up my medal.’

Heather was diagnosed with breast cancer in October 2023, and has continued working on EastEnders throughout parts of her treatment.

EastEnders star Heather Peace has revealed she’s been secretly battling breast cancer

The 49-year-old actress is best known for her role as Eve Sopal-Unwin in the BBC soap

In her video, which featured the actress being fitted with a wig, she thanked the production team and highlighted the support of those around her, while revealing she has needed a wig fitted during her health fight.

‘There have been so many positives,’ she said. ‘Thank you to the whole EE team for going above and beyond. Particularly our amazing makeup team.

‘And to Alex Rouss for the original wig and (stylist) Linda for the spot on cut. I’ve felt totally supported by you all.’

Heather also expressed gratitude for her family, praising her wife Ellie and their three daughters – Annie, Jessie and Lola – for their love and encouragement.

She said: ‘There have been so many positives… Just trying to appreciate every moment of them.’

Heather went on to extend heartfelt thanks to medical staff who cared for her.

‘Thank you to the NHS. You are wonderful, skilled people. You treated me efficiently. You gave me dignity and showed me kindness. It’s so appreciated,’ she said.

Heather concluded her post by reflecting on how her health fight had changed her, adding: ‘Life feels very different now, but it’s wonderful.

In her video, which featured the actress being fitted with a wig, she thanked the production team and highlighted the support of those around her