Denzel Danes | |||||||||
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EastEnders character | |||||||||
Portrayed by | Jaden Ladega | ||||||||
Duration | 2022–present | ||||||||
First appearance | Episode 6531 2 August 2022 | ||||||||
Classification | Present; regular | ||||||||
Introduced by | Chris Clenshaw | ||||||||
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Denzel Danes is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by Jaden Ladega.
Storylines
editDevelopment
editCasting
editSteroids storyline
editOn 4 March 2024, EastEnders announced their plans to pursue a new storyline surrounding Denzel forming an unhealthy habit of consuming Anabolic steroids after contracting muscle dysmorphia.[1][2]
Reception
editFor Ladega's portrayal of Denzel, he was nominated for "Best Young Performer" in 2024 at the Radio Times soap awards.[3]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ Sarkisian, Jacob (4 March 2024). "EastEnders confirms Denzel Danes steroids storyline". Digital Spy. Hearst Communications. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ Denby, Laura (4 March 2024). "EastEnders confirms steroid story for struggling teen Denzel Danes". Radio Times. Immediate Media Company. Retrieved 22 June 2024.
- ^ Daly, Helen (13 May 2024). "RadioTimes.com Soap Awards 2024 nominations revealed". Radio Times. Immediate Media Company. Retrieved 24 June 2024.