She criticised Jones' casting, and opined, "The use of able-bodied actors to play disabled characters is endemic. It's Christmas Eve, and Ben has had it up to here with the festivities. Eastenders marks its 35th anniversary with a bang, as the BBC soap was first commissioned in 1985. It is put into the charity shop and later is discovered by Shirley, who realises it is the murder weapon. "[43] Scott Matthewman of The Stage sympathised with Atkinson's complaint, but defended Jones' casting: "it's hard enough to find good child actors who can cope with a soap opera environment at age 10, let alone ones that fit a character's physical requirement set out the best part of a decade earlier. Ben and Callum [56], The story provoked an instant positive reaction from media and viewer interest. Bowden began filming with the show in January 2019. This is what would happen if Ben Mitchell and callum highway had instagram accounts (OC x??) Every day he spends with Callum, every moment they have together, he realises theres a way of making this more permanent. Deceased Ben walked Callum home and it was a comfortable silence and they were both thinking about what had happened to them and where they had come. Realising that Ben is a risk to the project being exposed, Luke ends their relationship. Lisa O'Connell, also writing for The Guardian, was complimentary of Ben's later, protracted coming out storyline, which she called "a perfect foundation for years of dramatic conflict". After witnessing Ian's grief following his daughter Lucy Beale's (Hetti Bywater) murder (see "Who Killed Lucy Beale? "[49] Pascoe first appeared on 13 December 2010. Ben has the urge to reach out and brush the hair off his forehead, see if there is an attractive bloke under all that but time is not on his side. Ian lies to the police and protects Ben. When Pam and Les discover Paul and Ben have reunited, Pam upsets Paul by refusing to give them time alone, and she tells Les that Ben does not deserve a second chance with Paul. Not a surprise that a Mitchell is involved, especially not Ben. Duration Their relationships are built on new foundations. Ben then resumes his relationship with Paul with the support of most of his friends and family. And obviously we knew that we were both just telling a story and it was far from real. tip: "sherlock (tv)" m/m NOT "sherlock holmes/john watson", 1. [57] This launched a storyline which highlighted "the depth of ignorance surrounding HIV and Aids in Walford", when Ben's parents blamed HIV-positive resident Mark Fowler (Todd Carty) for causing his illness. Herbert Coker Ben tells her that Phil forced Stella to jump off a building on threat of being pushed. He accompanies her on two return visits in 1999 before returning with her to South Africa in early 2000. A collection of one shots about everyone's favourite couple, Ballum :), #8 Christmas Day at the Mitchell household. Paul was murdered in July 2016, aged just 20, after falling victim to a homophobic attack carried out by Simon Atmore and his friends while Paul is on a night out with his boyfriend, Ben Mitchell. Ben sits alone in the arches, writing to Callum. On the day before Halfway and Whitney's wedding, Halfway confesses to Whitney that he kissed Ben, leading her to call off their wedding. He doesnt even fancy him, he has the most tragic haircut known to man, pretty much a bowl cut with that damn beanie plonked on top. Ben Mitchell is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, who has been played by six different actors since his on-screen birth on 21 March 1996. While Phil and Sharon are on holiday, Ben and Jay move to their own house (18 Albert Square). Phil told Ben that Paul had died and he was heartbroken. And it doesnt scare him anymore, the prospect of getting married. Ben and Paul -EE. She loved ev Not wanting Phil to die, Ben decides to donate part of his liver to him, but a doctor tells them it will still take time. Not Pauls bedroom. When Paul was younger and he looked up to his grandfather Les Coker. Whats your name?. After being rejected, Ben claims Christian touched him inappropriately as revenge. Once the coins are handed over, she gives Callum another bright smile and this Callum takes his drink and heads to find a seat. The next day, they both worry that the other wants a relationship but are relieved to realise they just see each other as friends. They make it work, though, Callum wouldnt give up these lips for the world. He doesnt plan on doing anything at first, he just needs some time to recover and process everything thats happenedboth in the army and in his headbut things just sort of fall into place. Ben smiles to himself before schooling his features and turning around My name is Ben, just Ben. She stated that his numerous pitfalls were becoming "a touch daft" and likened Ben to the often-killed South Park character Kenny McCormick. In 2021, Simon was released from Prison after serving five years inside for Paul's murder. However I wanted to offer a different perspective. List of appearances Bowden told Kilkelly that the "most interesting thing" is exploring their family backgrounds with similar upbringings. In 2006, the residents hear that Kathy and Gavin have been killed in a car accident, so Ben (now played by Charlie Jones) returns to England to live with his half-brother, Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt). And yeah, maybe commitment hasnt ever been his style, but Callums changed him for the better, and he knows that. Ben is born to Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) and his then wife Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) in March 1996. Ben looks surprised Oh yeah? Ben almost attacks Willmott-Brown but Luke stops him. However I wanted to offer a different perspective. Callum Highway Week - Day 1 - "I still think about him.". Mim [89], Ben as played by Jones received generally negative reviews from critics. [] It's really exciting to be part of a storyline in EastEnders that grips people. 11 pages February 16, 2020 Lucy burton. Join our fan panel: https://tinyurl.com/YouTube-EE-PanelIf you or someone you know has been affected by any of the storylines on the show please visit this link for more information: https://bbc.in/2J6FisWThis is a commercial channel from BBC Studios. When Johnny later leaves the square, he tells Ben not to hide who he truly is. Feeling responsible for his son's behaviour, Phil covers up Ben's involvement with Jay's help, who was present when Heather was killed. 22nd February 1996 To protect Halfway from the Mitchells, Ben breaks up with Halfway, claiming that he does not love him. DO NOT STEAL A one shot chapter covering a small basis of Callum with PTSD. Later, when Paul sees Jenny with Pam at home, he accuses her of being the blackmailer and angrily sends her away. Ben and Callum first kiss by ur mum. My grandad was in the war you know? Considering the character's potential, Kirkwood envisioned Ben and Jay Mitchell (Jamie Borthwick) becoming the new generation of Mitchell brothers, following on from Phil and Grant.[53]. Ben is shot in the siege, but is revived by Sonia Jackson (Natalie Cassidy). Following Luke's death and Willmott-Brown's eventual downfall, Phil joins Aidan in a planned heist and they use The Arches to steal the money. In 2010, William Hill named him the 11/4 favourite to be found responsible for the whodunnit murder of Archie Mitchell. Other known relatives It was confirmed that the truth would come out about Heather Trott's (Cheryl Fergison) murder which would ultimately lead to Ben's departure, but how the truth would be revealed was being closely kept under wraps by EastEnders bosses although they did say it will be the outcome everyone is hoping for. Sorry Callum replies, not seeming very sorry, and ploughs on Just you dont really look like the type you know? Im here to see a show, thats what people do in the West End. Fixing Callum with his best glare. Everything is going so well for them. Ben Mitchell forgot how to look after himself and struggled with his own problems in a cycle he could never stop. When they break away, ragged breathing and eyes wide, Callum keeps, Ben's mouth parted with his thumb as they stare at each other. Paul Coker [68][97] The Guardian's Lisa O'Connell welcomed the eventual decision to have Ben come out, and called the plot "a perfect foundation for years of dramatic conflict", which would "no doubt test the filial relationship to the limits. Ben was teasing but Callums reaction was not quite as expected. Fanfiction Realistic Short Stories. After finding Les's tie at Claudette's house and being given conflicting explanations from her and Les, Pam leaves to stay with her sister. tip: austen words:10000-50000 sort:title, Trigger .warning- Suicidal thoughts / attempt/rape. [3][4] Ben dislikes Phil's new girlfriend Stella Crawford (Sophie Thompson), who in turn feels that Ben is intruding on their relationship. Hurt and confused, Ben asks Abi's sister Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa), who works for Luke's firm, Weyland & Co, about the project but she does not know about it. Service information and feedback: https://www.bbcstudios.com/contact/contact-us/ Im sure there are plenty of McDonalds nearer to home?, Yeah, but I like the West End, all these people dressed up for a night out, its a nice atmosphere, I like being around people after being out there you know?. Not that its any of your business, my little girl is collecting the toys, got it for her didnt I?, Callum looks around in confusion as if he was expecting a little girl to pop up from nowhere, Ben shakes his head and continues Shes not here obviously, will take it back for her after the show, You a bouncer or something? Callum frowns and corrects himself sorry, Doorman or whatever they are called at the theatre?, You look like a bouncer, sorry doorman or something. "[56] Bowden also believed that Callum never really found "common ground" with another character until he met Ben. [56] Ben has "a lot of bravado and a lot to be said about who he portrays himself on the outer, but there's so much history and so much darkness." Head to ourFacebook page @EntertainmentDailyFixand tell us if youll be tuning in. Paul shares a drink with Ben at The Queen Victoria pub but when Abi arrives, angry that Ben has made plans without her, Ben leaves Paul on his own. When the boat goes down, Ben hits his head and damages his hearing aid. He confronts Heather in fear and desperation, and hits her over the head with a metal picture frame, killing her. Ben and Paul flirt and arrange to go to the cinema but when Abi finds them and leaves in anger feeling Ben is not taking their plans seriously, Ben follows her, leaving Paul alone. One-year later, in January 2019, it was announced that Ben would be returning to the show with the role recast again to Max Bowden who began filming that same month. Realistic Short Stories. Hes laying on his back in bed in his and Callums bedroom. 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