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18th July 2014
08:11am BST

It came to light earlier this year that Ben had been released from prison.
Speaking about the part, which has been played by four other actors, Reid said: “I’m very excited to be joining EastEnders – not only because it’s a great show but also to be playing Ben, a character that is so renowned and from such an iconic family”.
He added: “I’m looking forward to getting started and working closely with the legendary Steve McFadden. I can’t wait to become a fully-fledged Mitchell”.
Ben (Harry Reid) and estranged father Phil (Steve McFadden).
The soap’s Executive Producer, Dominic Treadwell-Collins, said that Ben’s comeback will affect quite a few people: “Ben’s return to the Square is going to have big repercussions for his family, his friends – and his enemies. Plus a few residents he hasn’t even met yet...”
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