She's been keeping her illness from her loved ones.
But EastEnders' Jean Slater will face her fears in aid of raising awareness of ovarian cancer in the coming weeks, as spoiler snaps show her climbing the roof of the O2 Arena.
The much-loved character - who was diagnosed last week - will soon come clean about her illness to her family in emotional scenes, but then goes missing as she becomes overwhelmed by their involvement.
Big venture: EastEnders' Jean Slater will face her fears in aid of raising awareness of ovarian cancer in the coming weeks, as spoiler snaps show her climbing the roof of the O2 Arena
As she appeared on-set actress Gillian Wright was clad in a harness for the dramatic walk across the roof, joined by members of the crew to film the scenes.
Jean seemed nothing short of terrified as she tentatively looked down below, but seemed to go through with the challenge to a triumphant finish.
Sporting a large jumpsuit over her clothes, Jean seemed to be struggling against the winds at such a high altitude, but still made her way down the walkway to complete the task.
Facing her fears: Actress Gillian Wright was filming the scenes atop the famous arena in East London, as her character Jean is set to battle cancer in a heart-wrenching storyline
Far away: Jean took on the epic challenge of climbing the famous arena, which can be seen for miles around
Daring: The character is set for a tough few months, after being diagnosed with ovarian cancer last week
Determined: Clad in a harness, Gillian was joined by plenty of members of the crew, to make sure the shoot ran safely and smoothly
Solo: Sadly it does not seem like Jean will be joined by the rest of the Slater clan, as she is set to do a runner from Albert Square next week after her diagnosis is revealed
Sadly it doesn't seem like Jean will be joined by any other members of the Slater clan for her challenge, as she is set to go missing in scenes airing next week.
While it is unclear whether she will be reunited with her family before these scenes were aired, fans will be hoping that they are brought back together as Jean faces the biggest battle of her life.
Jean was diagnosed with ovarian cancer last week, but has been keeping the news a secret from her family.
YES! Despite her fear Jean seems to complete the task, throwing her arms up with delight as she reaches the top
