A popular EastEnders star could return to the BBC soap after leaving in late 2023.
Max Bowden, who played long-time favourite Ben Mitchell, looks set to reprise his role under new EastEnders boss Ben Wadey.
The Sun reports that Wadey “had a list of characters he wanted to bring back”.
“It’s taken a little while to sort out but Max will be back filming on Albert Square later this year,” a source told The Sun.
It is reported that Bowden’s stint would be a short one with the possibility of him staying longer if it goes to plan.
“Max agreed to return for a short stint after Ben pitched his comeback storyline,’ the source continued.
“But who knows what will happen? It really does depend on Max.”
Bowden’s final scenes were aired in March 2024, shortly after his character Ben was arrested for committing fraud during a trip to the US.
He was introduced as the new Ben Mitchell in 2019.
Since the character’s return was revealed, EastEnders fans were quick to take to social media to share their thoughts.
One person said: “The hearing loss storyline was brilliant…and Max is the best Ben.”
Another added: “You know what, my world is healing, Ben Mitchell will be back on screens soon.”
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While another made reference to an Emmerdale character who is also likely to return later this year.
“You’re telling me both a Robert Sugden return and a Ben Mitchell return have been or will have been filmed in the year 2025?! What a great year indeed,” they said.
The news of Max Bowden’s return to EastEnders comes just days after it was claimed that Max Branning star Jake Wood would also be reprising his iconic role after four years.
EastEnders declined to comment.
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