Outgoing EastEnders actress Tiana Benjamin has revealed that she would rather her character Chelsea Fox leave happy than die at the hands of her murderous screen father. Last month, the 25-year-old announced her decision to quit the BBC soap after four years in order to explore other opportunities. Despite knowing nothing of her exit plot, she told Digital Spy on the red carpet at this year's British Soap Awards: "I don't want her to die, I really don't. I just find (more)...
- 5/13/2010
- by By Kris Green
- Digital Spy
EastEnders actress Tiana Benjamin is to bow out of the BBC soap later this year, Digital Spy can confirm. The 25-year-old - who has played beautician Chelsea Fox since May 2006 - recently decided to leave her Albert Square counterpart behind and pursue other projects. Speaking of her decision, she said: "I have had an amazing time at EastEnders and this has been a very difficult decision for me to make but now seems like the right time to move on and leave Chelsea behind even through she's been such (more)...
- 4/1/2010
- by By Kris Green
- Digital Spy
Former EastEnders star Adam Croasdell has revealed that he loved being part of romantic storylines on the BBC soap. The actor's alter ego Dr Al Jenkins, who was seen on screen for the final time last night, enjoyed attention from Roxy Mitchell (Rita Simons), Tanya Branning (Jo Joyner) and Chelsea Fox (Tiana Benjamin) during his nine-month stint on the programme. Admitting that he was keen for his character to be successful with the ladies, Croasdell told Bang Showbiz: "Being referred to as a heartthrob is definitely strange. But I think the sort of bribe that I gave the writers on EastEnders - to set me up with all the girls in the show - was great. I'm definitely going to do (more)...
- 2/5/2010
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
BBC soap EastEnders has scored a hat-trick of prizes at the Birmingham Black International Film Festival's Music, Video and Screen Awards (MVSAs). The Walford serial was named 'Best UK Drama' with a black or ethnic cast at the ceremony, which is the festival's flagship event each year. Meanwhile, Tiana Benjamin won the 'Best UK Actress' award for her role as Chelsea Fox on the programme. She beat off competition from Rhea Bailey, who has had roles in Crossroads and Waterloo Road, as well as ex-Doctor Who star Freema Agyeman and Spooks: Code 9 cast member Lorraine Burroughs. Speaking about the accolade, Benjamin told the soap's official website: "I'm really grateful to get this recognition, and thank you to all those who have voted, it's much appreciated." Meanwhile, Rudolph Walker (Patrick (more)...
- 11/6/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Desmond's actor Robbie Gee is to make a guest appearance in EastEnders, Digital Spy can exclusively confirm. The 45-year-old - who played the part of Lee Graham on the Channel 4 sitcom - takes on the role of Dexter, the boyfriend of Denise Fox's (Diane Parish) sister Kim. Comedienne Tameka Empson, meanwhile, will portray Chelsea (Tiana Benjamin) and Libby's (Belinda Owusu) Auntie Kim, who has been referenced many times in scripts since Denise's arrival. The pair will turn up in Walford in time for Denise's wedding to her old flame Lucas Johnson (Don Gilet). A Walford source (more)...
- 9/16/2009
- by By Kris Green
- Digital Spy
Have you ever wondered what a naked Janine Butcher (Charlie Brooks) would look like covered in £2,000 worth of £10 and £20 notes? Well wonder no more... Next week, Chelsea (Tiana Benjamin) strikes it lucky when she wins £2,000 on a scratchcard using a spare tenner her dad Lucas (Don Gilet) lends her. Ryan (Neil McDermott) and Janine immediately spot an opportunity, so Janine sets to work trying to sell the young Fox a knock-off designer handbag. Ryan thwarts Janine's attempts and instead orchestrates a mugging. Janine returns home and finds Chelsea's stash of cash on her bed and when Ryan walks in, Janine's laid out in bed covered in notes. Ryan calmly tells her, "That's my money," prompting her to retort, "Well you'd better take it back then". With that, Ryan walks towards her with a grin on his face...
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- 9/5/2009
- by By Kris Green
- Digital Spy
With Lucas (Don Gilet) panicking that his wife Trina (Sharon Duncan-Brewster) may expose their illicit night of passion, he arranges to meet her at the tube station but is shocked to hear from Chelsea (Tiana Benjamin) that Trina's at the house. After a showdown with a crazed Trina, Lucas insists that he no longer feels anything for her but she promptly reminds him that he left her a voicemail that proves his guilt. Realising that he's (more)...
- 9/3/2009
- by By Kris Green
- Digital Spy
Director: Stephen W. Parsons. Review: Adam wing. Stephen W. Parsons might not be a name you’re familiar with but it’s fair to say that he’s been around a bit. Parsons writes, directs and scores his own movies these days, so he’s kind of like an early John Carpenter, he also appeared in 1985’s Howling II but it’s probably best if we don’t mention that for now. Wish Baby is Parsons first attempt at directing and his debut effort hit the headlines recently when he banned young children from seeing it. Officials at the BBFC had originally given the film a 15 rating but the nature of the movie, not to mention some of its more disturbing content, led the director to urge censors to raise their game. So that’s what they did, which is why Wish Baby now comes complete with an 18 certificate on its R2 debut.
- 7/24/2009
- 24framespersecond.net
EastEnders star Tiana Benjamin has claimed that male viewers confuse her with her soap character. The 24-year-old actress, who plays maneater Chelsea Fox on the BBC One show, admitted that her alter-ego's on screen antics have made her a firm favourite with the opposite sex. Speaking to the Sunday Mirror, she explained: "I think men think I am her when I go out. They do try their luck. I'm not single - my boyfriend's not in the industry - so I don't need to worry, but it makes me laugh. "I bet it'd be different if Chelsea was a librarian in a polo neck. The funniest (more)...
- 6/14/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
EastEnders star Tiana Benjamin has insisted that she doesn't object to her character's many kissing scenes. The actress revealed that she tries to enjoy romantic moments as much as possible to keep her performances as Chelsea Fox believable for viewers. "I haven't got a problem with it at all," Benjamin told The Sun. "I can't really afford to have a problem with it as I know Chelsea would think nothing of going over to a guy and snogging their face (more)...
- 4/18/2009
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Several Harry Potter related stars have been nominated (http://www.guardian.co.uk/media/2009/mar/24/bafta-tv-awards-nominations) for the BAFTA television awards 2009 (http://www.bafta.org/awards/television/). Individually, both Jason Isaacs (Lucius) and Stephen Fry (British audio narrator) have received nods. Jason is nominated in the Best Actor category for his role in The Curse of Steptoe. Stephen is nominated for Best Entertainment Performance for hosting Qi. Qi is also in the running for Best Entertainment Programme. He is also up for Best Specialist Factual for his part in Stephen Fry & the Gutenberg Press: The Machine That Made Us. Other Potter-related potential honourees include Einstein and Eddington (which starred David Tennant aka Barty Jr) for Best Single Drama. Doctor Who, which Tennant also features in, with the lead role, is up for Best Drama Series along with Wallander, which starred Kenneth Branagh (Lockhart). EastEnders, a soap which currently features Tiana Benjamin...
- 3/26/2009
- by EmmaRiddle
- Snitchseeker.com
EastEnders bosses this afternoon defended claims that they deliberately avoided promoting tonight's episode, which features an all-black cast for the first time in the show's history. This evening's instalment of the Walford-based drama revolves around the Trueman and Fox families and the secret that mysterious newcomer Theo Kelly (Rolan Bell) is keeping from Patrick (Rudolph Walker). During the episode, Theo meets with Chelsea (Tiana Benjamin) in the hope of learning more about Patrick. As they talk in the cafe, Theo's mobile phone rings and when he heads outside, Chelsea discovers a newspaper cutting with the headline 'Negro charged with assault', relating to Patrick's arrest on assault charges during the Notting Hill riots. The script contains references to the 1958 riots as well as iconic American civil rights leader Martin (more)...
- 2/24/2009
- by By Kris Green
- Digital Spy
EastEnders' Chelsea Fox will finally have a smile on her face in February when a tall, dark and handsome stranger appears in Walford. Theo Kelly - played by 25-year-old Rolan Bell - arrives in Albert Square at the end of the month in search of Patrick Trueman (Rudolph Walker). However, his combination of good looks and impeccable manners immediately grabs the attention of Chelsea (Tiana Benjamin). Looks can be deceiving, however, as there's more to Theo than meets the eye. A Walford source told Digital Spy: "The first person he asks after is Patrick and he's soon on his mobile confirming the shopkeeper's identity. (more)...
- 1/12/2009
- by By Kris Green
- Digital Spy
Tiana Benjamin has insisted that she doesn't regret choosing EastEnders over her role in the Harry Potter movies.
The actress was snapped up to play Chelsea Fox on the BBC One soap in 2006 after she appeared as Angelina Johnson in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Though she had initially hoped to juggle both roles, scheduling difficulties made it impossible and she was eventually forced to pull out of Order of the Phoenix, the fifth film in the Potter series.
"The dates kept changing," Tiana told the Sunday Mirror. . . .
The actress was snapped up to play Chelsea Fox on the BBC One soap in 2006 after she appeared as Angelina Johnson in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. Though she had initially hoped to juggle both roles, scheduling difficulties made it impossible and she was eventually forced to pull out of Order of the Phoenix, the fifth film in the Potter series.
"The dates kept changing," Tiana told the Sunday Mirror. . . .
- 4/27/2008
- by Daniel_Kilkelly_imdb_@digitalspy.co.uk (Daniel Kilkelly)
- Digital Spy
Tiana Benjamin has revealed that she is too busy filming EastEnders to find a man.
The 23-year-old, who has played Chelsea Fox on the BBC soap for two years, said romance has come second to her career.
She said: "At the moment there isn't a man in my life. I'm young, free and single - but I'm a bit of a workaholic, too, so it's . . .
The 23-year-old, who has played Chelsea Fox on the BBC soap for two years, said romance has come second to her career.
She said: "At the moment there isn't a man in my life. I'm young, free and single - but I'm a bit of a workaholic, too, so it's . . .
- 4/11/2008
- by Beth_Hilton_imdb_@digitalspy.co.uk (Beth Hilton)
- Digital Spy
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