[2] In March 2010, Phil's daughter Louise Mitchell (Brittany Papple) comes to stay with the Mitchell family. [13][14] Phil worries Ben is copying Stella, and punches him when he catches Ben about to burn Louise again. Ben contemplates ignoring him completely but relents. The scenes cost 1million to produce and were filmed in Surrey over four days, partly in a specially designed stunt tank. Phil's stepped up, Ben's backed down. Ben tries to reason with Phil, who wants to kill the father, but relents and agrees to help Phil. 2. [56] He stated that "they have common ground and Ben sees that. In October 2012, Ben's murder charge is dropped and Phil is told he will be tried for manslaughter, to which he will plead guilty. Last Appearance 8 September 2016 "[77] Following the news of Reid's departure, EastEnders fans started to launch a petition to save Ben Mitchell from the axe and "don't lose the best Ben" that EastEnders had. Abi does this publicly and then plans to get pregnant for real but Ben says they cannot have sex because he thinks he may have caught an STI from a stranger, so Abi resorts to having sex with Lee Carter (Danny-Boy Hatchard) to try to get pregnant. [38] Phil is charged with Stella's murder and when the Mitchell family discover Ben's involvement in his father's arrest, they disown him. Ben bristles again, who is this complete stranger to judge what type of bloke he is. Walford is not quite a war zone, well on a good day anyway, but Ben gets the sentiment at least. Work Search: When Lola and Jay set him up with Callum, they agree to help each other out - they'll be fake dates for each other, but how close is "fake" to a reality they both want? After the wedding, Shirley shoots Phil whilst struggling with Sharon. [3][4] Ben dislikes Phil's new girlfriend Stella Crawford (Sophie Thompson), who in turn feels that Ben is intruding on their relationship. 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. [89], Ben as played by Jones received generally negative reviews from critics. Im here to see a show, thats what people do in the West End. Fixing Callum with his best glare. However I wanted to offer a different perspective. Max Branning (Jake Wood) starts helping him with deals, only to trick Ben into signing over the garage to him as revenge for the death of his girlfriend Emma Summerhayes (Anna Acton), which Max has blamed Phil for, though Phil eventually gets the garage back. Sorry Callum replies, not seeming very sorry, and ploughs on Just you dont really look like the type you know? Ben returns to Walford, severely injured, and tells his family that he and Paul went clubbing in Soho and on leaving, four men confronted them and they ran, getting split up in the process and accidentally taking each other's jackets. Callum becomes violent and punches Ben when he continues to mock his sexuality. Callum leaves the army with nothing but an injury thats not as bad as he made out to the medics and a heart full of regret. However, a hungover Linda Carter (Kellie Bright), who on Christmas Eve had drunkenly fallen asleep in the back of the van Martin uses to kidnap Keanu, saves Keanu's life and helps Martin fake the recording of Keanu's "murder" later shown to Ben. Claudette visits Paul at work and tells him he is mistaken. [6] On their wedding day in July 2007, Ben admits that Stella has been abusing him; she commits suicide by jumping from a roof. "[66], It was reported in July 2011 that Ben would come out as a homosexual. He subsequently took boxing lessons, and TV Mag's Gemma Quade noted that Ben "refuse[d] to take the coward's way out" and flee the country with his father, but nonetheless was reduced to tears upon receiving a custodial sentence. Ben is heartbroken about Sharon not allowing Ben to go to the funeral. The character was played by actor Jonny Labey. He then gets a job at Dean Wicks's hair salon, Blades. Phil catches Ben and Paul half-naked together at the car lot, and angrily tells Ben to leave as he broke his trust, both in hiding his homosexuality and being loyal to Abi. Status [10] She steals Ben's diary and fakes an entry which suggests he is gay. or, Callum builds a new life for himself. "[56], The story progressed rapidly over a weeks worth of episodes. In September Ben (now played by Harry Reid) returns to Walford when he learns that Phil is having an affair with Shirley days before his wedding to Sharon Rickman (Letitia Dean). He remembers the nights out, telling that bloke in the Albert about how they got together, Bens hand stuck to his thigh at Rubys, the whole of New Years Eve spent dancing or kissing or both despite the crowds around them. Phil tricks Ben and does not get a gun, so Ben goes missing. . ", "Coronation Street outclasses EastEnders", "Eastenders manic marry-go-round exposes weak plotlines", "Mitchell sisters tipped for live ep errors", "Bookies taking bets on Peggy 'Enders exit", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ben_Mitchell_(EastEnders)&oldid=1142052586, Fictional characters with post-traumatic stress disorder, Fictional characters incorrectly presumed dead, Short description is different from Wikidata, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 28 February 2023, at 07:14. Ben later confessed to Johnny Carter that he and Paul were victims of homophobic name-calling and despite Paul insisting they ignore them, Ben confronted them and blamed himself for the attack. Occupation Grace Dent of The Guardian wrote several negative opinion pieces on the character, and contacted the BBC with a list of suggestions for humorous storylines in which he could be killed off. So why does it feel like a kick in the teeth? Falling for a man, a man who was meant to marry a woman. Mel makes a phone call to someone, telling them that Ben is all theirs. [52], Pascoe took a break from the series in May 2011, during which Kirkwood stated that viewers may have failed to connect with his portrayal of Ben, as it differed significantly from Jones'. Phil warns him against admitting to the attack,[17] but Ben confesses and moves in with Ian. Paul arrived in Walford in 2015 and immediately angered Ben, played by Harry Reid at the time, when he accidentally knocked over Lola Pearce. Car crash kills 2 Not a surprise that a Mitchell is involved, especially not Ben. Ben's family are alerted by the police that a dead young man whom they believe to be Ben has been found, having been involved in a fight, but upon inspection, the victim is revealed to be Paul. In April 2022, it was announced Ben is set to feature in a male rape storyline, in which he is raped by Lewis Butler (Aidan O'Callaghan). callum takes his first ski trip to the beautiful village of morzine, ben is the filthy local he meets on the plane. Nine year old Ben and five year old Sophie live at their brothers house with his wife, Jane, and children, Lucy, Peter and Bobby for a short while. Proper hero, medals and everything. Please review! Everyday is the same routine over and over, trapped in his own rubbish and head. Take Me Back To The Night We Met by niamhobrien2912. Callum is given a chance to change his and Ben's life he could save Paul and live a lie or keep going, Takes place after Ben has a breakdown after Simons release. 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?. However, Phil does not believe him and Stacey's cousin Kat Moon (Jessie Wallace) tells him that she attacked him to stop him killing Martin, thereby covering for Stacey. Paul Cokerwas the son of the late Laurie Coker and the grandson of Les and Pam Coker. Realising that Ben is a risk to the project being exposed, Luke ends their relationship. Four strange visitations change all that, and might change him, too. [26][27] Phil observes and misinterprets their altercation, believing Patrick is assaulting Ben. First broadcasted in 1985, EastEnders continues to be one of the UK's most watched programmes as well as the nation's favourite soap. While we've done our best to make the core functionality of this site accessible without javascript, it will work better with it enabled. Pam urges Les to end the affair or their marriage is over. Ben is the one on the left and callum is the one . [10], Unbeknown to Phil, Ben develops an interest in dancing. Worried she will discover the truth, Ben convinces Phil to break-up with Shirley and she is thrown out of their home, while Jay is so traumatised by Heather's murder that he moves out of the Mitchells'. Ben incriminates Keanu in the attack which leads to the latter's arrest. 3.7K 30 20. He turned that off sharpish. Ben sits alone in the arches, writing to Callum. Paul arrives in Walford after travelling in Turkey, and angers Ben Mitchell when he accidentally knocks over Lola Pearce and then flirts with Ben. Callum's flat was previously occupied by Ben's dead boyfriend Paul. [81] Clay explained that there is "a massive contrast" between Ben and Callum but noted they shared some similarities and connections. Ben signs the paperwork for The Arches when Phil decides to hand it over to him and Sharon is left stunned when he decides to give Jay the car lot land. Its not easy, kissing, when its so cold you cant feel your own lips, and the sudden snow-flurry makes it so Callum has to fight to keep Ben close enough, both hands gripping either side of his face. A collection of one shots about everyone's favourite couple, Ballum :), #8 Christmas Day at the Mitchell household. So why does it feel like a kick in the teeth? [15] Questioned as to why he hurt Louise, Ben claims that Jordan is bullying him. While we've done our best to make the core functionality of this site accessible without javascript, it will work better with it enabled. 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. Once a month, Ben gets away from Walford (and all of its drama) to head to the West End and see a show. Ronnie asks Ben and Jay to get rid of the gun. Please consider turning it on! Ben thinks it is a bit of a waste coming to McDonalds just for a drink and cant help but scoff, not too subtly obviously, considering the bloke who just ordered it turns around and glares at him. Producers lined up a new romance story between Ben and Callum "Halfway" Highway (Tony Clay), who is in a heterosexual relationship with Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty). She both adored and admired the way that one minute they were arguing and the next they were ripping each other's clothes off. Cause/Reason [47] Confirmation followed that Ben would be recast;[48] Joshua Pascoe assumed the part and expressed his enthusiasm to "[make] the role of Ben [his] own. Herbert Coker Father Paul and Ben ended up getting separated from each other and accidentally took each others jackets. He moved away from Walford to be away from his dad. Under the blanket of the stars, he feels protected. Ben gets drunk and goes into Paul's old bedroom where he confides in Callum about how Paul's murder affected him. When Paul was younger and he looked up to his grandfather Les Coker. After they are caught having sex in the car lot by Ben's father Phil Mitchell, Phil disappears and Ben blames his relationship with Paul so ends it. The first Keegan or hunter story on SMUT WARNNG Ben struggles with his feelings. Spanning for 35 years, EastEnders has gone on to portray its finest storylines over the years, with Ian Beale, Kathy Beale, Dot Cotton, Phil Mitchell and Sharon as the longest serving. They return to Walford after Louise calls to the police, but are then kidnapped by the attackers at the Mitchell home. Paul tries to speak to Ben on numerous occasions, but fails to win Ben's affections over. Episode Count Once the coins are handed over, she gives Callum another bright smile and this Callum takes his drink and heads to find a seat. Paul sees his grandfather Les Coker with Claudette Hubbard, the woman with whom Paul believes Les is having an affair. 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. Mim [56], Shortly after Ben's birth in 1996, he became the second character in EastEnders history to contract meningitisthe first being Vicki Fowler in 1989. Ben then agrees to a visit from Phil, and Phil plans to tell Ben that he is the father of Lola's daughter, Lexi Pearce,[40] though he decides not to. DCI Marsden does not believe him at first, but he is later arrested for murder. they have fourteen days to fall in love, but really, it only takes fourteen seconds. About Following an agreement with Les and Pam, who make plans to retire and leave Walford, Ben and Paul make arrangements to become the new managers of Coker and Sons. Louise worries that Ben may be about to get into trouble so asks help from Paul's grandfather, Les Coker (Roger Sloman), who tells Ben not to put his family through what he and Pam are going through, as Ben could be killed too. Duration On 14 May 2014, Digital Spy revealed Ben would be returning, with another recast later in the year. I fear the soap is leading to a storyline of this nature. [42] While Ben is partially deaf, Jones is a hearing actor. 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. But he highly doubts it, as Ben only sees Callum as his bestest friend and would not look at him twice. [22], Ben, (now played by Joshua Pascoe) is released, and arrives home to discover Jay Brown (Jamie Borthwick), the foster child of Phil's relative Billy (Perry Fenwick), has usurped his place in Phil's affections. Set in the night between the episodes from the 3rd and 4th of February. He just wants to go to bed, not think about this wretched holiday, and maybe allow himself to wallow in self pity a little while he's at it. They say karma is a bitch. +3 more. EastEnders Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. After witnessing Ian's grief following his daughter Lucy Beale's (Hetti Bywater) murder (see "Who Killed Lucy Beale? Paul later meets Ben and realises Ben is gay but is hiding his sexuality. Having previously appeared as a baby and a toddler, Ben returned to EastEnders in 2006 played by child actor Charlie Jones. Work Search: 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. Ben gleefully heads for a new life, unaware that Aidan's former wife Ciara (Denise McCormack) is watching him. Ben and Paul get together!Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/Soap_loverxxSubscribe to my YouTube channel here: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCMOWYY4Z. When Johnny later leaves the square, he tells Ben not to hide who he truly is. Ben and Paul -EE. After Ben talks to Halfway about the incident, Halfway then purchases a van from Ben as a gift to his girlfriend Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty), although he is later pulled over by the police, who inform him that the van is stolen. A little look back over Ben's relationships. Choose Not To Use Archive Warnings, No Archive Warnings Apply, Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings (22), Callum "Halfway" Highway/Ben Mitchell (35), Callum ''Halfway'' Highway/Chris Kennedy (8), Whitney Dean & Callum "Halfway" Highway (3), Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings, Callum "Halfway" Highway & Ben Mitchell & Lexi Pearce, Callum ''Halfway'' Highway/Chris Kennedy (past), it's a bit of an emotional journey for callum, it sounds like a lot but it's pretty soft, fear and anxiety and all those sorts of sad things, Ben Mitchell Loves Callum "Halfway" Highway, Callum ''Halfway'' Highway/Chris Kennedy (mentioned), pre proposal into post proposal following canon, Alternate Universe - Different First Meeting, Implied/Referenced Alcohol Abuse/Alcoholism, ballum is completely legal and of age though, Implied/Referenced Underage Relationship(s), Jay Brown & Callum "Halfway" Highway & Ben Mitchell & Lola Pearce, Callum "Halfway" Highway/Chris Kennedy (mentions), Callum "Halfway" Highway /Original Male Character, callum is in love with his best friend but ben is too blind to see it. Spanning for 35 years, EastEnders has gone on to portray its finest storylines over the years, with Ian Beale, Kathy Beale, Dot Cotton, Phil Mitchell and Sharon as the . If you log in you can store your preference and never be asked again. Ben sits alone in the arches, writing to Callum. Paul has been dead for almost six years. [56], The story provoked an instant positive reaction from media and viewer interest. Giving you a large when you only paid for a small, reckon you are in there mate. [81] He described the kiss as a "moment of ecstasy" and Callum felt "wonderful" with Ben. Paul learns that Les and Pam are being blackmailed over Les' cross-dressing. Callum talks to Ben about his relationship with Whitney, and Ben opens up to Callum about his relationship with Paul. The next day, Bens half-brother Ian got a call from the police saying someone, who they believed to be Ben, had been badly injured injured following an incident. 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