Jaden Ladega
Jaden Ladega | |
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 Ladega in 2023 | |
| Born | Jaden Luke Ladega 28 October 2005 Sutton, Greater London, England |
| Education | Richard Challoner School |
| Alma mater | North East Surrey College of Technology |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2022–present |
| Television | EastEnders |
Jaden Luke Ladega (born 28 October 2005) is an English actor. He is best known for his role of Denzel Danes in the BBC soap opera EastEnders.
Early life
[edit]Jaden Luke Ladega was born in Sutton, Greater London, England on 28 October 2005.[1]
Ladega attended Richard Challoner School in New Malden, regularly starring in school productions. In June 2022, he received a special recognition award for his contributions to the drama department.[2] He attended North East Surrey College of Technology (NESCOT).[3][4]
Career
[edit]Ladega made his debut as an actor with the role of Denzel Danes in the BBC One soap opera, EastEnders, first appearing on 2 August 2022.[5][6]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–present | EastEnders | Denzel Danes | Regular role | [7][8] |
Awards and nominations
[edit]Ladega was longlisted for "Best Young Performer" at the 2024 RadioTimes.com Soap Awards, however, he lost to Charlie Wrenshall (Liam Connor, Coronation Street).[9] He was longlisted for "Serial Drama Performance" at the 2024 National Television Awards,[10] however, he lost to Peter Ash (Paul Foreman, Coronation Street).[11] He was longlisted for "Best Young Performer" at the 2024 Inside Soap Awards,[12][13] however, he lost to Charlie Wrenshall (Liam Connor, Coronation Street).[14]
References
[edit]- ^ Tulloch, Sarah (6 March 2024). "BBC EastEnders' Denzel star Jaden Ladega's life off screen including co-star pal". OK!. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- ^ Tulloch, Sarah; Hart, Peter (8 July 2024). "EastEnders fans gobsmacked as they realise they've been holidaying with Denzel star Jaden Lageda". OK! Magazine. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- ^ "Meet our Nescot Students". Nescot. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- ^ "Nescot alumni". Nescot. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- ^ Dainty, Sophie (1 August 2022). "EastEnders reveals Howie Danes secret in new episodes". Digital Spy. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- ^ Patterson, Stephen (2 August 2022). "EastEnders spoilers: Kim Fox stunned as Howie Danes' secret son Denzel arrives – and moves in!". Metro. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- ^ "Jaden Ladega - BBC Programme Index". BBC. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- ^ "Jaden Ladega". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- ^ Cremona, Patrick (13 July 2024). "RadioTimes.com Soap Awards winners: Full list revealed". Radio Times. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- ^ Hibbs, James (21 May 2024). "NTAs 2024 longlist revealed – Mr Bates, Death in Paradise and more". Radio Times. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- ^ Craig, David (11 September 2024). "National Television Awards 2024 winners revealed – full list". Radio Times. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- ^ Harp, Justin (15 July 2024). "Emmerdale's Tom and Belle story and EastEnders' Six drama among Inside Soap Award nominees". Digital Spy. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
- ^ Timms, Chloe (20–26 July 2024). "Cast your vote now! Inside Soap Awards 2024". Inside Soap. No. 29. pp. 49–52.
- ^ Sarrubba, Stefania (30 September 2024). "Coronation Street wins big at the Inside Soap Awards 2024". Digital Spy. Retrieved 23 December 2024.
External links
[edit]- Jaden Ladega at IMDb