In this week’s EastEnders Whitney and Zack have been struggling with the loss of their baby, Peach.
But as Whitney was bombarded with sympathy cards, flowers and support, only Sharon seems to be bothered about Zack.
Now, EastEnders fan have been left heartbroken as a grieving Zack is seemingly forgotten about.
Whitney read her sympathy cards
On Tuesday night (March 7), Whitney received a box of sympathy cards.
Sonia had been inspired by Vi to get Whitney’s loved ones to write her a thoughtful message in a card.
She then collected all of the cards and handed them over to Whitney in a box.
Chelsea and Sonia supported Whitney as they had a meal and poured a few drinks with her.
As Whitney read through the cards, she noticed something upsetting.
Only one card, from Sharon, had mentioned Zack.
Whitney explained that the one person she wanted to speak to was Zack as he knew more about what she was going through than anyone else.
Zack, however, was unaware that Whitney wanted to speak to him.
Zack is forgotten again
Last night (Wednesday March 8) Zack was trying all he could to help Whitney.
When she discovered she wasn’t entitled to extra leave due to the gestational age of Peach, Whit was distraught she was going to have to go back to work.
Wanting to ease her worries, Zack offered her money. But she wasn’t interested and lashed out at him.
As she told him she didn’t want his money, all she wanted was her baby, it was clear he was also distraught.
He even pointed out to Linda that he was grieving too.
But it seems everyone has forgotten that.
EastEnders fans heartbroken as Zack is forgotten
EastEnders fans have been left heartbroken after seeing that Zack was forgotten about.
He’s grieving just as much as Whitney.
One fan wrote: “Sharon being the only person to mention Zack really proves that the fathers are forgotten about, yes, Whitney is in more pain physically but Zack also lost his daughter.”
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How has only one person mentioned Zack.. ouch. Also, he shouldn’t be running away. They need each other. #EastEnders
— Tina (@ElloTeenah) March 7, 2023
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Another viewer tweeted: “How has only one person mentioned Zack … ouch. Also, he shouldn’t be running away. They need each other.”
A third EastEnders fan commented: “Catch up earlier and the Whitney/Zack storyline really does make your heart break. But what upset me too is the fact not many even checked in on Zack. Whitney’s body is going through hell of course but he’s suffering too. Dads suffer through it too.”
“The baby storyline with Whitney and Zack is sad. What annoys me about the storyline is how people aren’t asking Zack how he’s doing, as he’s also grieving. I hope this makes people consider mens feelings over circumstances like this,” shared one more.
Another agreed: “I’ve still been catching up with EastEnders – I’ve just watched tonight’s episode and I thought it was strange how Sonia wanted everyone to give Whitney a card and the flowers, but they all seemed to ignore Zack. He’s lost the baby too and it’s so obvious that he loved her.”
“Poor Zack. The guy gets second hand condolences from everyone,” said one more.
Can Zack and Whitney support each other?
Next week, Whitney returns back to work and tries to keep busy.
However, she’s devastated when she’s told that Peach’s ashes are ready to collect.
Zack and Whitney eventually decide to collect Peach’s ashes together.
However, Whitney soon gets distracted by helping Lily with a health scare.
Focusing on the health of Lily’s baby, Whitney fails to accompany Zack.
Instead, Zack’s left to collect Peach’s ashes alone.
Confronting Whitney, the pair start rowing.
But, can they both support each other through this difficult time?
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EastEnders usually airs Monday to Thursday at 7.30pm on BBC One.
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