Max Bowden's time on EastEnders comes to an end
Max Bowden, who has played the character of Ben Mitchell on the BBC One soap for the past four years, has been told that his contract will not be renewed when it ends in March. The decision was made after a meeting with producers, who felt that the actor's party lifestyle and personal life had overshadowed his time on the show. Although his character will be leaving Walford in the spring, it is unlikely that he will be killed off.
A whirlwind romance and real-life drama
Max Bowden's time on EastEnders has not been without its fair share of drama off-screen as well. He had a whirlwind romance with co-star Shona McGarty, who plays Whitney Dean on the show. However, the relationship ended after six months, and Shona later announced that she would be leaving EastEnders after 15 years. Despite the split, Max and Shona have remained good friends. Max has also been linked to Love Island star Olivia Hawkins.
Max Bowden's impact on the show
During his time on EastEnders, Max Bowden's character, Ben Mitchell, has been involved in some of the show's biggest storylines. He tackled serious issues such as bulimia and the death of his daughter's mother. The actor's performance in these storylines has been praised, and his departure from the show opens up various possibilities for how his character will exit Walford.
What's next for Max Bowden?
After his departure from EastEnders, Max Bowden's future plans are yet to be revealed. However, if the show decides to bring back the character of Ben Mitchell in the future, it is always possible that he could be recast for a seventh time.
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