Bowden, who starred as Phil Mitchell’s son, left the show the following year when his character was jailed for credit card fraud in America, where he had been researching treatment options for Lola’s cancer.
The former co-stars, who played Lola Pearce and Ben Mitchell, reportedly dated for several years while working together but kept their relationship under wraps.
Actors who played Lola Pearce and Ben Mitchell reportedly dated while working together on the show.
EastEnders actors Danielle Harold and Max Bowden had a “secret offscreen romance” during their time on the BBC soap, according to reports.
Bowden added: “We did some really dark and beautiful storylines together so we've spent a lot of time in each other's pockets, which is why we're so comfortable with each other.”.
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