For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Barbara Smith looked amazing in her bikini, The actress is enjoying some time in the sun, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). After this, Bobby is distressed as he has not told Dana he is a Muslim. [4] She expressed her enjoyment at working with Boatman, as she felt that she was learning from his acting experience. Keep it short, Keep it sweet or Ill have to press delete!, To Mila and Kioni Marwa about Peter Beale: Egotistical Moron!, Last line to Harvey Monroe: "From the station, and when i get there, and when I'm in the halls, and-", Albert|Albert (II)|Baby|Bella|Betty| My heart is broken, and will remain broken until the end of time. Fern Monroe Smith was initially unsure if viewers would like her, but critics have said that it has been refreshing to have a character with good intentions on EastEnders. EastEnders Dana Monroe for shock affair and fans are going to hate it reveals actress Barbara Smith Laura Carreno-Muller Published: 11:14, 8 Jun 2022 Updated: 11:14, 8 Jun He continues to lie to her pretending that Peter Beale is Kathy Beale's carer. [20] EastEnders announced that Aaron's storyline would explore issues of racism and religious hatred and that Dana could be affected by a bombing he is involved in. We're done. 2021-2022: Arrival and Relationship with Bobby, 2022: Aarons arrest and Breaking up with Bobby, 2022 Harveys Engagement, Beale Brother love triangle and leaving Walford for Scotland. 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. [8] After continuing to lie about his identity, Bobby eventually becomes worried about their relationship when Dana announces that she wants to get more serious within their relationship. EastEnders star Barbara Smith has bid goodbye to her character Dana Monroe in an emotional Instagram post. Mother 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. [2] She explained that their youth and lack of experience in serious relationships had contributed to them having trouble navigating their relationship. Bobby freezes on the spot and watches on until Harvey shows up and saves her. [21] After Aaron is arrested for trying to bomb the Albert and Bobby dumps Dana, Dana and Harvey plan to leave Walford, despite Dana believing that she could be pregnant. Smith said that the rejection is a shock for Dana and that it would lead to awkwardness between the pair, specifically because Dana has no friends so she has to see him everyday afterwards. The actress who is a huge fan of the soap - previously enjoyed a very brief cameo on EastEnders in 2019 before joining full time. [15] A helpless Bobby watches on and is later "consumed with his own guilt" for not being able to prevent the attack. Dana will ignore every red flag in sight and embark on a potential connection with Bobby's own brother Peter Beale (played by Dayle Hudson). The actress who is a huge fan of the soap - previously enjoyed a very brief cameo on EastEnders in 2019 before joining full time in 2021. 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Smith auditioned for the role over Zoom due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on television and was cast as Dana, a love interest for established character Bobby Beale (Clay Milner Russell), making her first appearance on 1 April 2021. The news was relayed earlier in June, 2022, as her character has taken a backseat from all the drama following her boyfriend Isaac Baptiste's own exit. [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. America wants Did the Hunter investigation turn Biden's lawyers into a 'cleaning crew?' [10] Metro's Duncan Lindsay said that it is not common a soap character is genuinely nice and has no ulterior motives so Dana is a "breath of fresh air" for EastEnders. However, she hoped that prior to a wedding, Dana would have been explored more as a singular character. Address "The reveal of Max and Stacey's affair, followed by Bradley [Branning] later falling from the roof of the Queen Vic was my favourite storyline ever. Susan Tully was born on October 20, 1967 in Highgate, London, England, UK. Gehane Strehler is known for Veils (2007), EastEnders (1985) and Letters (2014). Doof Doof Count 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 |. Actress | EastEnders. Actress | Naachle London Balvinder Sopal was born on December 4, 1978 in Chatham, Kent, England, UK. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. MONTHS after their breakup, some fans may be desperate to see Dana 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Barbara bowed out of her role as Bobby Beale's ex-girlfriend Dana earlier this year when the character headed off to university after a turbulent gap year following her brother Aaron Monroe's terrorism conviction where she fell out of love with Bobby and began sleeping with his brother Peter Beale. 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. It was announced on 10 June 2022 that Smith had been axed by new executive producer Chris Clenshaw, with Dana set to exit the show later in the year. 3. Dana Monroe (also credited as Dana Adams) made her first appearance on 1 April 2021. While no there was no prior confirmation on if she would continue their relationship, the Radio Times predicted that the pair would reconcile. Omar Malik or @rhiannonclem from #Hollyoaks? Donna Yates arrives on 14 April 2014 and immediately rubs the Bridge Street traders up the wrong way and declares war on her stall rival Kat. On 20 July 2018, Donna left Albert Square . Donna Yates is a brash woman Queen of Spring Lane market. Shes worked hard all her life and never taken a hand-out from anyone. "I was obsessed withEastEndersas a kid, and it's especially surreal if I ever see Lacey Turner, who plays Stacey. 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". A former EastEnders actress has admitted racially aggravated harassment and common assault following an incident in Essex. Will it be @Barbarasmith0 @JamesFarrar or Ruhtxliaih Bllna from #EastEnders? 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. 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. Bobby introduces himself as 'Rob' on the date and tells Dana that he is the owner of Walford East, his family's restaurant, as well as owning his own house. About Betty (II)|Blue|Boots|Bronson|Chips|Chops|Corky|Craig|Crush|Crystal|Dalgliesh|Dave|Eric| 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. Smith found the experience unbelievable and surreal, accrediting her excitement to it being near the Beale family's house, which she felt is an iconic part of the EastEnders set. She is portrayed by Barbara Smith. Shop the best selection of deals on Fitness now. EastEnders viewers 'work out' who DCI Keeble really is in wild Phil Mitchell theory, BBC EastEnders: Everything you need to know about Frankie Lewis's photo, BBC EastEnders: Actor who played Dot Branning's grandson Ashley Cotton looks completely different 20 years after leaving soap, Victoria Station passenger says he was 'taken for a mug' by a homeless person after buying a burrito. After the episode ended, actress Barbara took to Instagram to pay a sweet tribute to her character Dana. [11] After Dana and Bobby have sex, he reveals to Dana that years ago, he murdered his older sister Lucy Beale (Hetti Bywater) and the truth about his prison life. [6] She had worked as a waitress in real life prior to portraying Dana and said that the restaurant scenes reminded her of her times as a waitress. EastEnders star addresses possible return. Jada Lennox starKelsey Calladine-Smith also left, but made a brief return this year. Actress | EastEnders. EastEnders star Barbara Smith has hinted at more trouble for young couple Dana and Bobby. [2] Smith auditioned for the role of Dana over Zoom with executive producer Jon Sen and other members of the production team. Since then, and notably after a pregnancy scare, things have remained awkward between both characters, just as fans are hopeful to see them mend their relationship. She explained: "Bobby really wants to get back with Dana, quite badly, and I dont think hes going to drop that anytime soon. When she arrived on set, Smith felt as though she was stepping into her television and said it was a moment where she had to pinch herself. 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. ", Barbara's former co-stars rushed to share their condolences with her in the comments section with Bernie Taylor actress Clair Norris offering: "Sending you so much love!". View our online Press Pack. [1] However, Bobby's "lies threaten to catch up with him" when Dana unexpectedly arrives at Walford East. Harvey Monroe The actress starred in 84 episodes of EastEnders from when she joined the cast in 2019 up until her September 2022 departure. 8 Photos Barbara Smith was born on 22 July 1997 in Wandsworth, London, England, UK. She is the ex-girlfriend of Bobby Beale and also the daughter of Harvey Monroe and Mrs Monroe aswell as the sister of Aaron Monroe, aswell as the niece of Fern 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. It's nothing personal to any of the cast going, it's simply a creative decision for big storylines to happen you have to say goodbye to people, that's the nature of soap. But Barbara is confident that Dana would bounce back quickly if she was rejected. [1] Smith said that she was attracted to playing Dana since she is a smiley and bubbly character, describing her as the "innocent wholesome version of the girl next door". "When I first stepped onto the square I had to pinch myself. Cause/Reason [2] In February 2022, Inside Soap's Kate White wrote that Dana and Bobby are an "adorable duo" and hoped that their families would allow them to stay together. Following a number of unexpected cast exits including Introduced by "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.". Note: (d) denotes a duff duff. Other images show her looking incredible in her bikini on exotic holidays or partying with pals on nights out. Harvey Eventually comes round to Bobby and Dana being together, and in September Bobby makes a promise to Harvey to reassure him he will protect her, unfortunately later that day, Dana is attacked by a gang after her, Bobby, Kioni and Iqra are victims of racist comments, Iqra and Kioni had already walked away before Dana tripped, leaving her and Bobby with the gang. [2] She was also keen to be involved in a romantic storyline since she had not previously been part of one. Kathy sees the proposal and exposes the Monroes in front of a crowd for having a terrorist in their family. Harvey tries to dissuade Dana of her relationship with Bobby, but she remains adamant that she is happy with him. Dana was last seen heading off to university in Scotland after splitting from Bobby Beale. After this, she decides to Defer from going to university in Glasgow, and harvey is unable to get through to her so asks Bobby to talk to her. EastEnders star Barbara Smith looks worlds away from her soap character Dana Monroe in snapshots from her impressive Instagram account. The star is currently enjoying a sun-soaked break after exiting Read more on thesun.co.uk EastEnders Soap Operas (UK) Television (UK) [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. Dana is angry about him going to Harvey rather than her personally, and in "heartbreaking" scenes, Dana dumps Bobby. [24] Since she feels she has "less to lose", she longs for an exciting fling. [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". Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. 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. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. Sharing to her 10,600 followers Barbara invites fans to see her off-duty side, making a peace sign while posing in a cream tracksuit. 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. The couple are currently broken up after Bobby discovered Danas brother Aaron had attempted a far right terrorist attack on the mosque. [17] Dana tells Bobby: "I've spent my life having him make my decisions for me. Tom Cotton, Kathy and Bobby later help Dana and Harvey move in to 5D Albert Square later that month, Where Rocky accidentally reveals to Harvey that Bobby is a Muslim and killed Lucy, after which he storms into the Beales house and takes Dana home, however the two continue their relasonship despite Harveys anger. Or @VintaMorgan from #Corrie? [6] Dana gets a job as a waitress, which Smith liked since she felt it made Dana more "rooted in reality" due to many 19-year-olds having waitressing jobs. She noted her "obsession" with the soap as a child and particularly noted her adoration for cast member Lacey Turner. "[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. The screen star oozes confidence throughout her grid showing off her trim physique. [19] Wernham hinted that when his "controversial" character finds out that Dana is dating a Muslim, he would "have an opinion on whether he's good enough for her". After saying goodbye to ex-boyfriend Bobby Beale, Dana then had an emotional moment with Harvey at Walford East Tube station as she left Albert Square to start a new life at uni. From our love of cinema and music to our passionate political views, you couldnt find a closer mother and daughter. Page Links: Whilst handing out flyers for the mosque, Dana notices a group of men saying racial slurs heading for them; they are all cornered and attacked by the group, with Dana getting "brutally" physically assaulted. Kim Fox (Tameka Empson) makes it her mission to find love for Bobby and introduces him to Dana, setting the pair up on a date that aired on 1 April 2021. Grandmothers But will Peter really be receptive to Dana's advances? [2] Viewers have given the pairing the portmanteau 'Bana'. 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. "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. [33] OK! [29] The scene of Bobby stopping Dana from leaving Walford was nominated for Feel Good Moment at the 2021 Inside Soap Awards. 4. "Having said that, Dana doesnt really mind putting herself out there, she isnt reserved. 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Later, After leaving work and telling Bobby the oven is off for cleaning, she realises how harsh her actions were after she notices bobbys OCD is back as he is turning the oven on and off again.