[52][53] Thomas Coombes was cast as Neil, the leader of the far-right group, who encourages Aaron's involvement in a terrorist attack. EastEnders actress Barbara Smith, who joined the BBC One soap as teenager Dana Monroe last year, looked stunning as she posed for photographers at a showbiz bash By Rebecca Calderwood Showbiz. Thanks to this and the incredible treatment advances, vertical HIV transmission rarely happens in the UK now. Harvey Monroe [14] Sen added that the siblings are the opposite to each other in terms of personality. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Related articles America's Got Talent viewers rocked by 10-year-old's metal . Kate Oates, the show's senior executive producer, explained that Jean thinks Eve will create trouble for Stacey. Harvey says they cant wait, but he is upset by it too. Harveys mood quickly changes and he says hes not going and Dana says that he was excited for the party. She plays the role of Dana Monroe but has not long ago revealed that this was not her first role on the show. [2] She was also keen to be involved in a romantic storyline since she had not previously been part of one. [30] Smith was also nominated in the newcomer categories at the 2021 I Talk Telly Awards[31] and Digital Spy Reader Awards for her portrayal of Dana. Aunts Dana does not initially know of his criminal nature and just thinks he is "arrogant and says ignorant things". READ MORE: EastEnders viewers 'work out' who DCI Keeble really is in wild Phil Mitchell theory. Research Zack begrudgingly gets himself checked, and is mortified to discover that he is HIV positive. Barbara currently portrays mainstay Dana Monroe (Picture: BBC) Barbara Smith has been captivating audiences for several months as the mysterious Dana Monroe in EastEnders, but it turns out. Jada agrees to return for Christmas Day with Alyssa and confesses to Sharon that Janine blackmailed her. [36] Dyer was contracted for a cameo appearance in one episode. After Sonia tells Rocky that her mother, Carol Jackson (Lindsey Coulson) told her that he had walked out on them, Rocky tells Sonia that he loved Carol and says they would have remained together, if it had not been for Carol's next partner Alan Jackson (Howard Antony). [4], After the introduction of Boatman's character, their characters were allotted a home set on the set of EastEnders. Or @VintaMorgan from #Corrie? EastEnders (1985) and Letters (2014). [41] During the moving process, Harvey learns that Bobby killed his sister as a child. Dana suggests going to see Jean, and he says he doesnt want to. Zack and Nancy decide to open a restaurant together, and they meet with Melissa (Hannah Bennett-Fox), who they believe is an investor. Dana Monroe Rocky tries to build bridges but Sonia is unwilling to. Smith was unsure about her performance and felt that she could have changed things about her audition, so went for a walk with her mother afterwards to ease her thoughts. She said that despite being young and unready to get married, Dana is "so wrapped up in her love for Bobby that she doesn't always think logically". Dana later asks Harvey if hes been to a proper carnival such as Notting Hill, and the two then see Jean. [15] A helpless Bobby watches on and is later "consumed with his own guilt" for not being able to prevent the attack. She panics as her partner is away, but Mick takes charge of the situation and drives her to the hospital. [39] He is billed as "traditional and a real family man". [65], On 10 June 2022, the character's departure was announced, having been written out alongside three other characters by new executive producer Chris Clenshaw. Omar Malik or @rhiannonclem from #Hollyoaks? Gender The couple are currently broken up after Bobby discovered Danas brother Aaron had attempted a far right terrorist attack on the mosque. Boatman told Alice Penwill of Inside Soap that Harvey sees Rocky as a "really nice guy, almost a kindred spirit on the Square", but warned that his character perhaps should not trust Rocky. [23], Smith enjoyed the storyline as she felt is developed Dana as a character aside from being Bobby's love interest and appreciated being able to see more of her character. [42] Sen called Aaron the "opposite" of Dana and teased that their differences would test Aaron and Dana's respective relationships with Harvey. Additionally, multiple other characters appear throughout the year. [3] She was initially contracted for six months. After this, Bobby sees Aaron and Neil talking after Neil calls him a race traitor. However, the role was filmed on-location, and Smith had therefore not been on the set of EastEnders until 2021. [54] Aaron's final scenes feature in episode 6475, originally broadcast on 26 April 2022. [64] The character's arrival reveals the truth: established character Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean), Zack's half-sister, is the grandmother of Alyssa, via her dead son Dennis Rickman (Bleu Landau). First look as Freddie Slater returns to Albert Square and instantly causes trouble. [32] Whilst the concept of Terry Cant had been referenced since Sonia's introduction, it received more focus in June 2020 when Sonia decides to search for him. Smith said that the rejection is a shock for Dana and that it would lead to awkwardness between the pair, specifically because Dana has no friends so she has to see him everyday afterwards. [6] Zack is introduced to the soap at Gavin's funeral, where he makes a "scathing toast" and is chased out by Gavin's cousins. The day after, Dana speaks to Lola Pearce and she tells Dana that the only reason Harvey can barely look at her is because he cant accept his daughter is having sex. Updated 09:35, 16 Sep 2021 | | Bookmark A memorial event for Dame Barbara Windsor is being planned for next year, her widower Scott Mitchell confirms. Smith's casting was announced on 28 March 2021, when it was confirmed that she would be guest starring as a love interest for established character Bobby Beale (Clay Milner Russell). [42], The character arrives to visit his family in their new home and quickly decides to stay in Walford. [32] The character is billed as the "ultimate people pleaser" and a charmer. [2] The character and Freeman's casting details were announced on 12 January 2021. Lily Slater (Lilia Turner) steals them and gives them to Amy Mitchell (Ellie Dadd), who collapses after taking them. [32] Viewers were horrified by Dana's attack from the Islamophobic gang, with many Tweeting that the attack was too violent and hoping that Dana would be okay. List of EastEnders characters introduced in 2021, impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on television, 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference, "EastEnders boss reveals FIRST LOOK at this year's explosive Christmas drama", "EastEnders casts former Emmerdale star Ben Freeman for Chelsea Fox storyline", "EastEnders casts former Hollyoaks actor James Farrar as newcomer Zack", "EastEnders newcomer James Farrah promises big trouble as Sharon's brother arrives in Walford", "Silent Witness and Call The Midwife star James Farrar joins the cast of EastEnders", "EastEnders newcomer Zack Hudson faces danger at Gavin Sullivan's funeral", "EastEnders spoilers: Zack discovers he is HIV positive but what happens next? Dana says she should ask him, and Jean says Harvey doesnt think she should be out. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. [4] She expressed her enjoyment at working with Boatman, as she felt that she was learning from his acting experience. Fern Monroe [62] The character and Calladine-Smith's casting was first publicised in advanced spoilers released on 2 November 2021. He gives Frankie driving lessons and in one of the lessons, he stops off at the Queen Vic to have a drink and continues. She was overjoyed to have been cast due to having been a fan of the soap since her youth. Dana Adams She is an actress, known for EastEnders (1985), Call the Midwife (2012) and Casualty (1986). [39] Harvey is initially delighted with Dana's new relationship, but does not realise that Dana is not telling the truth about Bobby. After this, she decides to defer from going to university in Glasgow, and Harvey is unable to get through to her so asks Bobby to talk to her. However, Smith appreciated that the couple were normal and that teenagers could relate to their relationship since under all of the hardships, "they're two teenagers very much in love". Jean days she thought Dana was already in Scotland, with Dana saying shes getting the sleeper train. By Alison Slade published 10 June 2021 EastEnders have cast the actor to play Dana's dad, Harvey. [28][29], Discussing future storylines for her character, Taylor told Hughes that Vi has a secret, which would explain how her life has panned out. Portrayed by [41] Boatman was excited about the developments and commented, "it feels solid. 2021-2022 Aaron Monroe, played by Charlie Wernham, first appears in episode 6363, originally broadcast on 21 October 2021. People living with HIV do give birth to HIV negative children. [29] Taylor first auditioned for EastEnders in 1984 for one of the show's original characters, but was rejected due to not being from the area. Dana Monroe (initially credited as Dana Adams) is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by Barbara Smith.Smith auditioned for the role over Zoom due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on television and was cast as Dana, a love interest for established character Bobby Beale (Clay Milner Russell), making her first appearance on 1 April 2021. I snuck in a classic large-collared Dana outfit at the end because Im gonna miss her and her giant collars so much)". Jada starts working for Denise Fox (Diane Parish) at her salon, Fox & Hair. "[26] Days after news broke about her axing, Smith promised that her character would be given a fitting ending. [28] Knox added that Dana and Bobby's relationship "has kept fans gripped" and felt that it would continue to do so in forthcoming scenes. Only 30 close friends were able to attend the. Dana Monroe (initially credited as Dana Adams), played by Barbara Smith, first appear in episode 6247, originally broadcast on 1 April 2021. She's never had a boyfriend before, it's all very new to her so she's worried about Harvey finding out. They then agree to share whatever is in the box. 2002 One day when Bobby and Dana are at 45 Albert Square alone, Bobby and Dana have sex, both losing their virginity to each other. Jada is guilt-ridden and confesses the truth to Sharon before fleeing Walford with Alyssa. Want more EastEnders news and gossip? Zack finds himself on the wrong side of Martin Fowler (James Bye), who punches him when he believes that he has been sleeping with his wife Ruby Allen (Louisa Lytton). Harvey then storms out. Father Harvey Monroe (Ross Boatman) is shown to be a strict father to Dana and attempts to control her, while brother Aaron Monroe (Charlie Wernham) disgusts Dana with his racist and Islamophobic attitudes. Zack later arrives in Walford after receiving a call from Sharon's friend, Jean Slater (Gillian Wright). Will it be @Barbarasmith0 @JamesFarrar or Ruhtxliaih Bllna from #EastEnders? Aliases Caleb comments to Chelsea that her clothes appear expensive so she clearly knows how to spend the money she took from him. She lies to Sharon that Zack tried to kiss her, and Sharon threatens to throw Zack out in order for Jada to admit the truth. [23] The character and Holderness' casting details were announced on 26 March 2021. Smith auditioned for the role over Zoom due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on television and was cast as Dana, a love interest for established character Bobby Beale (Clay Milner Russell), making her first appearance on 1 April 2021. BBC "The reveal of Max and Stacey's affair, followed by Bradley [Branning] later falling from the roof of the Queen Vic was my favourite storyline ever. [3] Caleb is introduced as part of a story with Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams) and her father, Lucas Johnson (Don Gilet), although details regarding the story were embargoed. There are so many myths and disinformation surrounding HIV, so working closely with Terrence Higgins Trust has enabled us to really understand what it is like for those that are diagnosed with HIV and we hope that this storyline will bring more awareness of HIV and what it is like to live with the virus in 2023". [40] He used his experience as a father to develop his character and thought it was realistic for Harvey to be "interfering". Father Harvey recalls Danas christening as one of the best days of his life. [59] On Peace's casting as Eve, Sen commented, "Heather brings the perfect amount of boldness and wit to the role". [7], In January 2023, it was announced that Zack would be at the centre of an issue-led storyline when he discovered that he was HIV-positive. 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