EastEnders boss Ben Wadey teases “unusual territory” with one upcoming storyline
EastEnders boss Ben Wadey teases upcoming “soap firsts” as the show ventures into unusual, groundbreaking territory.
Wadey took over from previous Executive Producer Chris Clenshaw earlier this year and has already produced some moments for the ages, including the returns of Michelle Ryan’s Zoe Slater and Jake Wood’s Max Branning.
At the NTAs, Ben Wadey told RadioTimes.com there’s plenty more drama and surprises ahead for EastEnders.
“We’ve got Zoe back in the show, and we’ve got Max, we’ve got so many amazing clans right now,” he said.
“We’re really trying to just put heartfelt stories and actually some slightly unusual territory for us – and some soap firsts – at the forefront of the show. So I think watch this space. We’ve got some really interesting stories.”
Steve McFadden praised Ben Wadey for championing young talent and giving overlooked actors big story opportunities.
Steve McFadden said Ben Wadey is giving both new and existing talent chances to shine in major stories.
As for any more returns? Wadey’s not giving anything away, telling us: “We’ve just brought back Zoe and Max. Let’s enjoy them for the time being. But never say never!”
EastEnders hit new heights with Phil Mitchell’s powerful mental health storyline, which Steve McFadden said was an honour.
“In all honesty, I just get the script and I just do the best I can with it, whatever story I get given,” he told RadioTimes.com.
“But this particular story obviously touches a lot of people. Those people that haven’t got a voice, those people that people don’t listen to, and to be given such an important storyline was an honour for me.
Steve McFadden said he was thrilled the storyline resonated deeply, touching audiences and making a powerful impact.