When EastEnders returned from its three month, Covid-imposed break, the storyline about Ben Mitchell's hearing loss was abruptly brought to an end. He simply switched on a cochlear implant.

What's the black thing on Ben Mitchell's head?

EastEnders fans think they have spotted Ben Mitchell's new cochlear implant in the new set pictures. The gangster was left with almost total hearing loss after suffering a head trauma in the boat disaster back in February.

Is Max Bowden really deaf?

Ben Mitchell's character in EastEnders, played by Max Bowden, had been partially deaf in one ear since childhood, but a dramatic boat crash led to further hearing loss. ... Throughout the episode, hearing viewers experienced limited audio levels, on-screen subtitles and fractured sentences.

Is Ben Mitchell permanently deaf?

Is Ben permanently deaf? Eastenders bosses have now confirmed that Ben - who previously used a hearing aid - has now permanently lost his hearing. The sound will be distorted in his scenes so as to depict his struggle to hear those around him.

How did Ben Mitchell lose his hearing?

Ben experienced additional hearing loss after hitting his head against the boat amid the crash in February. He's struggled to come to terms with said hearing loss, and eagerly awaited the operation to have a cochlear implant fitted.

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What is Ben Mitchell's real name?

Max Bowden (born 31 December 1994) is an English actor. He is known for his roles as Justin Fitzgerald in the BBC One school-based drama series Waterloo Road, and as Ben Mitchell in the BBC soap opera EastEnders.

Is Max Bowden in a relationship?

Is Max Bowden in a relationship? Max Bowden is in a happy relationship with Danielle Lauren McCarney.

Who killed Paul in EastEnders?

Paul considers escaping, but realises his family would be in danger if he does - so he says a tearful goodbye to Patrick and the family. A taxi then arrives for Paul, whose driver is actually a hitman sent by Andy to kill Paul for his betrayal.

How old is Ben Mitchell?

Max was born on December 31, 1994, making him 24 years of age. This also means Max is a year older than EastEnders' Ben, who was born on screen in March 1996 and recently turned 23.

Is Charlie Jones deaf?

While Ben is partially deaf, Jones is a hearing actor.

Is Frankie in EastEnders really deaf?

Rose Lucinda Ayling-Ellis (born 17 November 1994) is a British actress. She is known for portraying the role of Frankie Lewis on the BBC soap opera EastEnders. She is deaf and a British Sign Language user.

Who is Danielle McCarney?

Danielle McCarney-Redford - Co-Head of Department - Covid Floor Supervisor - Netflix | LinkedIn.

How long have cochlear implants been available?

The first single channel cochlear implant was introduced in 1972. Over 1000 people were implanted from 1972 to the mid 1980s including several hundred children.

Who did Whitney run over?

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Whitney Dean's hit-and-run victim has been revealed to be Kat Slater in EastEnders.

Is Ben Mitchell married?

EASTENDERS fans are in tears after Ben Mitchell and Callum Highway finally got married. The mechanic and policeman - who are played by actors Max Bowden and Tony Clay in the BBC soap - married in emotional scenes after Ben decided to turn up after his daughter Lexi revealed she didn't believe in love.

When was Ben Mitchell born?

Ben was born to Kathy and Phil Mitchell in March 1996.

What happens to Justin in Waterloo Road?

Justin is eventually released where he makes his way back to the school. In the corridor he bumps into Tiffany who had returned having discovered what had happened to Allie, through Floyd who coldly dumps him. Her partings words are that she, 'doesn't love him anymore.

Is Isaac Patrick's son in EastEnders?

Isaac Baptiste in EastEnders is the son of Sheree and Patrick Trueman, though he grew up believing his dad was Sheree's first husband, Eamonn. Actor Stevie Basaula has played Isaac since his first appearance in January 2020.

Who killed Patricks son?

A month later, when Patrick wants to find Paul after he fails to get in contact with him, he discovers Paul has been killed and identifies his corpse. He swears revenge on Andy and eventually gets his wish when Andy is killed in February 2005 by Johnny Allen.

Who is Ben from EastEnders dating in real life?

EastEnders Ben Hardy and Jessica Plummer reportedly dating IN REAL LIFE. EastEnders stars Ben Hardy and Jessica Plummer are reportedly dating in real life.

What is Lola to Billy in EastEnders?

Lola Pearce is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by Danielle Harold. She is introduced as the granddaughter of Billy Mitchell (Perry Fenwick) and Julie Perkins (Cathy Murphy), and an extension to the already established Mitchell family.

How are Jay and Ben Mitchell related?

Jay's storylines since joining the programme have included being part of a gang, coping with the death of his father Jase Dyer (Stephen Lord), being orphaned by age 14 which results in his going into foster care and then being taken care of by the Mitchell family, as well as maturing from a wayward teen, becoming a ...