EastEnders fans are convinced that they have worked out why Cindy Beale's fake name in the witness protection was Rose - and it's all links back to a scene with Ian in the 90s Get daily celeb exclusives and behind the scenes house tours direct to your inbox We have more newsletters Get daily celeb exclusives and behind the scenes house tours direct to your inbox We have more newsletters EastEnders fans reckon they've cracked why Cindy Beale's alias in witness protection was Rose. The character, portrayed by Michelle Collins , made a dramatic comeback to the BBC One soap last year after a 25-year absence. Viewers will remember that Cindy was allegedly killed off-screen in 1998.
However, the beloved character didn't actually die during childbirth as viewers were led to believe, but instead was placed into witness protection and given a new identity, Rose Sawyer. In 2023, it was unveiled that Cindy was alive and well, living in France with her husband Ian Beale ( Adam Woodyatt ). In another shocking twist, it was revealed that Cindy was the mother of Gina and Anna and former partner to George Knight (Colin Salmon) who had recently moved to Walford.
Cindy and Ian eventually returned to Albert Square and have since settled in - initially to the surprise of the other residents. Since her return, Cindy has stirred up plenty of drama - including sharing a kiss with George. However, soap fans have recently stumbled upon an old episode - and it might have hinted at why Cindy was named .
