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EastEnders Star Max Bowden Caught on Camera Expressing Excitement as He Films Final Scenes
EastEnders actor Max Bowden was recently caught on camera expressing his excitement as he filmed some of his final scenes for the long-running BBC soap. The 29-year-old, who played the character of Ben Mitchell, was spotted by a fan as he left the set at Elstree Studios in Borehamwood. The footage, obtained by the Sun, shows Max exclaiming he was ‘so f***ing excited’ to be moving on to new projects and what’s to come in his career.
Max’s contract with EastEnders was not renewed after reportedly receiving warnings from bosses about his behavior. Sources claim that the decision was made following disciplinary actions against the actor. Despite this, Max has expressed his pride in his time on the show and is eager to focus on new projects.
Max’s personal life has also been in the spotlight, particularly when his relationship with co-star Shona McGarty came to light. They began dating in June 2021, but eventually decided to part ways. Max also became a father for the first time in September 2022, welcoming a son with his ex-girlfriend Roisin Buckle. Their relationship had its ups and downs, but they have remained committed to co-parenting their child, named Reginald.
In his final scenes, which will air in the spring, Max’s character Ben Mitchell will not be killed off. However, this marks the end of Max’s four-year tenure as Ben in EastEnders. Over the years, he has been involved in several major storylines, including his struggle to cope with the death of Lola Pearce-Brown, who was the mother of his daughter Lexi. He also faced the challenge of battling an eating disorder, bulimia, as he tried to navigate his grief.
Max’s fans have shown immense support for him after news of his departure from EastEnders broke. Last month, on his birthday, Max thanked his followers for their messages and expressed his gratitude for being ‘surrounded by love.’ As he looks forward to new opportunities, Max will surely leave his mark on the entertainment industry.
