MORE heartbreaking events are in store for Ben Mitchell as he will be involved in a male rape storyline. However, EastEnders viewers are fuming as they believe soap bosses have turned to Weatherfield for inspiration.
Soap bosses have confirmed the long-running BBC One show will be tackling male rape with Max Bowden's Ben Mitchell. The character is set to suffer from a vile attack from bartender Lewis Butler, whom he has befriended in recent weeks.
EastEnders is working with charities including Survivors UK, Survivors Manchester and the Male Survivors Partnership. The harrowing storyline was confirmed by the broadcaster's head of continuing drama Kate Oates and is meant to raise awareness around male rape.
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