Barbara Smith However, she hoped that prior to a wedding, Dana would have been explored more as a singular character. The comments below have not been moderated. [29] The scene of Bobby stopping Dana from leaving Walford was nominated for Feel Good Moment at the 2021 Inside Soap Awards. Portrayed by Research 1 April 2021 7 May 2021 27 May 2021 10 June 2021 22 June 2021 24 June 2021 - Part 1 24 June 2021 - Part 2 7 July 2021 9 July 2021 13 July Smith was also nominated in the newcomer categories at the 2021 I Talk Telly Awards and the Digital Spy Reader Awards for her portrayal of Dana. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Speaking to Inside Soap, Barbara explained that she 'played a girl named Ellie who sold Bex Fowler (Jasmine Armfield) some dodgy medication', which led to Bex's dramatic overdose storyline. Glasgow, Scotland (2022-) She detests his Islamophobic and racist comments and makes continuous efforts to change his mindset. [4] In August 2021, it was announced that Charlie Wernham had been cast as Dana's older brother, Aaron Monroe. [28] Knox added that Dana and Bobby's relationship "has kept fans gripped" and felt that it would continue to do so in forthcoming scenes. The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the British soap opera EastEnders in 2022, by order of first appearance. "Having said that, Dana doesnt really mind putting herself out there, she isnt reserved. Dana Monroe I will carry you with me everywhere I go., She added: Im so grateful to everyone at EastEnders who gave me this phenomenal opportunity (Ps I snuck in a classic large-collared Dana outfit at the end because Im gonna miss her and her giant collars so much)., Love Island bombshells shake things up - while the boys start grafting, Tommy Fury drops huge hint Molly Mae has given birth with Instagram caption, Im A Celebs Sue Cleaver looks thinner than ever and worlds away from Corrie, Dancing On Ice storm as Ekin Su's outfit sparks Ofcom complaints from angry fans, News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. He won the 10k on the Bonus King Bingo draw, CHICAGO LIAR! [3] Dana informs Aaron that she is contemplating converting to Islam and Susannah Alexander's Digital Spy wrote that his fury could leave Dana in danger. [3] Smith has expressed her wishes to see Dana's mother introduced, as she felt that it would explain a lot about Dana's personality. Bruno is a gang member with Roseanne Riley Roseanne helps Bruno make a video of Keegan baker and shakil Kazemi and photos to who arrives in Walford with two others, looking for Keegan Baker, who has taken a bicycle belonging to the gang. Since Bobby and his friends are Muslims and are pushing for the opening of a mosque in Walford, Dana supports their movement. Sharing a string of photos from her time in EastEnders, which began in April 2021, Barbara said she was 'grateful' for her experience on the BBC soap. Classification "When I first stepped onto the square I had to pinch myself. She opined that in real life, she is more selfish than Dana, but liked being able to play such a likeable character. The 24-year-old, who joined the BBC One soap last year, leads a very glamorous life and often treats her fans to an insight. [2] Smith noted her happiness at having been cast due to having been a long-term viewer of the soap; she described the moment she was told as "a moment [she will] remember for a long time". Cause/Reason Four years after joining as the delightfully sassy and ever-feisty Donna Yates, actress Lisa Hammond is set to leave EastEnders. Want more EastEnders news and gossip? Dana Monroe (also credited as Dana Adams) made her first appearance on 1 April 2021. EastEnders star Barbara Smith looks worlds away from her soap character Dana Monroe in snapshots from her impressive Instagram account. [13] The pair eventually reconcile and initially decide against telling Harvey about Bobby's past. Smith added that despite his experience, Boatman is "happy to run with [her] ideas" for scenes which she felt allowed them to build a good father-daughter relationship with him, both on-screen and off-screen. The actress best known as Dana Monroe on the hit BBC soap admitted feeling [7] However, as Suki Panesar (Balvinder Sopal) destroys his confidence prior to the date, the Metro's Stephen Patterson wrote that this could affect Dana's date. EastEnders Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. [27] Smith admitted that it made sense for her to be axed since Dana was of the age to leave her family home. 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After experiencing dizziness in the Caf, Mila and Kioni Marwa talk to her, and Kioni states that a girl at her school experienced the same symptoms as her, and that she was pregnant. [4], Smith had appeared in EastEnders prior to portraying Dana, when she played Ellie in 2019, a school student who gives Bex Fowler (Jasmine Armfield) drugs. The actress best known as Dana Monroe on the hit BBC soap admitted feeling "heartbroken" as she shared an emotional post on Instagram dedicated to her mum, Alice, following her death on Wednesday (November 9). Barbara Smith appeared as Dana Monroe in 84 episodes of EastEnders from 2021 to 2022. Harvey tries to dissuade Dana of her relationship with Bobby, but she remains adamant that she is happy with him. After this, Bobby is distressed as he has not told Dana he is a Muslim. [4] She said that Dana is the nicest character she has played throughout her career, adding that Walford needs more nice characters like her own. [23], Smith enjoyed the storyline as she felt is developed Dana as a character aside from being Bobby's love interest and appreciated being able to see more of her character. The actress, 25, is currently enjoying a sun-soaked break after [2], In June 2021, it was announced that Smith had been promoted to a regular cast member after her six-month testing period and that her father, Harvey Monroe (Ross Boatman), would be joining the series. "We lived in a small flat with only each other for company for the majority of my life. 84 Dana Monroe However, the role was filmed on-location, and Smith had therefore not been on the set of EastEnders until 2021. Barbara, 25, added a photo of her mum in her youth to the upload, captioning the image with tear-inducing words about their lives together as she confessed the "unimaginable" had happened. The actress previously enjoyed a very brief cameo in 2019 before joining full the soap full time. She was overjoyed to have been cast due to having been a fan of the soap since her youth. Smith said that she would love to see Dana in charge of people and executing her own visions, as well as working with people who have been radicalised and having "a bigger voice". However, despite not "having much sway", this does not stop Dana from trying to change things within the family. [10] Smith was excited for Boatman to play her father since she was a fan of his after seeing him on the BBC series Mum. Other images show her looking incredible in her bikini on exotic holidays or partying with pals on nights out. Dana Adams She is an actress, known for Naachle London (2012), Coronation Street (1960) and He also lies about owning half of the restaurant they are sitting in, Walford East, which is actually owned by his father Ian Beale. Dana also begins to think about going to university to study nursing. When I first stepped onto the square I had to pinch myself. Another character has said farewell to Walford after EastEnders aired Barbara Smith's exit scenes as Dana Monroe on Thursday, September 1. Published: 10:50 EST, 21 February 2022 | Updated: 13:33 EST, 21 February 2022. A former EastEnders actress has admitted racially aggravated harassment and common assault following an incident in Essex. Shop the best selection of deals on Fitness now. Prosecutors say remains of missing Massachusetts mother Ana Walshe were shredded and incinerated at a trash As Brian Walshe's grisly Google searches are revealed: How you can never REALLY delete your internet history Brian Walshe's Google search history in full - as he pleads not guilty to murdering his wife Ana. Actress | EastEnders. EastEnders star Barbara Smith has bid goodbye to her character Dana Monroe in an emotional Instagram post. Address She was credited on-screen as: Dana Adams from April 2021 to May This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Dana Monroe (initially credited as Dana Adams) is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by Barbara Smith. "I felt as if I was stepping into my TV when I first walked on to the set and it was one of those moments where I had to pinch myself," she told Inside Soap. Will it be @Barbarasmith0 @JamesFarrar or Ruhtxliaih Bllna from #EastEnders? [22] Bobby discovers of her potential pregnancy and proposes to her, to which she says no and confirms that she is not pregnant. I'm not going to spend my life with another man who thinks he can do the exact same thing. Patch|Mr Pickles|Posh and Becks|Pretty|Prince|Prince (2008)|Robbie and Georgie|Rolf|Roly|Rooney|Sammy|Starsky and Hutch|Sugar|Terrence|The Carter/Branning puppies|Tramp|Wellard|Wellard (II)|WillyWilly (II)|Ziggy |. After Danas Brother, Aaron, arrives, Bobby and Dana are constantly criticised by him, however, they brush it off and Dana briefly stays at 45 to get a break from him. Dana later apologised to bobby, and asks to begin their relationship again, however, Bobby refuses after saying she already turned her back on his faith, and leaves, leaving Dana crying in the kitchen. Michelle Fowler/Holloway (1985-1995) 18. In June 2022, Eve begins to develop feelings for Suki Panesar, however after kissing her she slaps Eve and tells her to leave Employment history Residence Crimes Assault GBH Quotes And I hope wherever you are, I get the privilege of seeing you again someday. "I think if she is rejected by him, it would be so awkward as shed have to see him back at work the next day.". After this, Dana tries her best to support Harvey but due to Neil manipulating him to give a phone to Aaron in prison, he loses his cool on her multiple times and shouts at her. The 24-year-old, who joined the BBC One soap last year, leads a very glamorous life and often treats her fans to an insight. While her character is usually covered up in demure outfits, Dana likes to experiment with her looks and often poses in minidresses. SHE plays the shy and understated Dana Monroe on EastEnders, but in real life actress Barbara Smith couldnt be more different. All characters are introduced by the show's senior executive producer, Kate Oates, and executive producer, Jon Sen, or his successor, Chris Clenshaw. Date of Birth "[4] Smith added that since Harvey is a strict father, he may forbid the relationship, but expressed her personal hopes that their relationship continued as she liked the pairing. EastEnders star Barbara Smith has admitted feeling 'heartbroken' in an emotional Instagram post dedicated to her mother who has passed away after returning home from a hospice, Share your email to get soaps interviews, spoilers from the Star. On her axing, a show producer explained: "Whenever a new boss comes in, there's always going to be big changes and it's no different with Chris. Smith's casting was announced on 28 March 2021, when it was confirmed that she would be guest starring as a love interest for established character Bobby Beale (Clay Milner Russell). 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