WATCH: Olympic Torch Live Segment On EASTENDERS

The Olympics torch was carried through the streets of Walford in a live EASTENDERS broadcast on Monday night.

The eight-minute segment, featuring Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick) running with the flame live through the crowds in Albert Square was inserted into the regular taped episode of the soap.

Watch the entire live segment below:

EASTENDERS Goes Live For 8 Minutes On Monday As 'Billy Mitchell' Carries Olympic Torch

The cast and crew of EASTENDERS are preparing for Monday night's Olympic Torch episode.

An eight-minute live insert will focus on Billy Mitchell, played by Perry Fenwick, as he carries the Olympic torch live through Walford, E20.

After weeks of planning, EASTENDERS will welcome the torch at its home in Elstree, Hertfordshire, where it will then be passed to Billy Mitchell who will continue its journey past some of the most famous landmarks, including The Queen Vic.