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EastEnders Actress Natalie Cassidy has responded to the announcement of a major new story for one of the series’ most popular characters.
After months of scenes showing Phil becoming increasingly lonely, EastEnders And he confirmed He will try to take his place His life as his mental health deteriorated further.
On her Instagram Stories, actress Sonia Fowler told Natalie: “I can’t put into words how smart Steve is. This will be an amazing story to watch.”
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Natalie and Phil actor Steve McFadden are good friends in real life She delighted fans a few years ago by sharing a post of them hanging out on his boat (funny, Shortly after the boat crash anniversary episodes aired).
Speaking about the suicide story, which the series has collaborated with CALM, Samaritans, Mind and Rethink Mental Illness, executive producer Chris Clinshaw said: “The story of Phil’s depression will focus on the decline of his mental health and subsequent psychotic symptoms, and the story that Phil suffers from.” The reactions of those around him, and we hope to show how mental health can affect anyone at any time.
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“Steve [McFadden]”Her’s performance is nothing short of exceptional and he thoughtfully portrayed the complex realities of depression, and the experience of psychotic symptoms, with compassion and understanding.”
Phil’s story will coincide with 40th anniversary of the soapWhich will also see a comeback Ross Kemp as Grant Mitchell, Phil’s brother.
EastEnders It is broadcast Monday to Thursday at 7.30pm on BBC One. The show is also broadcast on BBC iPlayer, with most episodes airing early at 6am before their television broadcast.
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We encourage anyone who recognizes the topics discussed in this article to contact us. Information on how to reach support is available via NHSOrganizations that can provide assistance include: Samaritans On 116123 or mind On 03001233393.
Readers in the United States are encouraged to visit mental health.gov or American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.
EastEnders He worked closely with Mind and Samaritans on Elephant’s Story, as well as Elephant’s Story Campaign Against Living Misery (CALM) and Rethinking mental illness.
