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Metro
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Bobby Brazier says Freddy needs to 'grow up' amid family feud
EastEnders star Bobby Brazier has weighed in on the legal dispute surrounding his younger brother Freddy, saying he needs to 'grow up' a bit. Last month, the 2023 Strictly Come Dancing finalist addressed rumours of a rift with his dad, Jeff Brazier, as he posted a heartfelt message on Instagram. Speculation that he had 'turned his back' on the 46-year-old actor came after Freddy publicly admitted that he 'doesn't want to see' his dad. Jeff has launched a lawsuit hoping to block the youngest son of Jade Goody from seeing his maternal grandmother, Jackiey Budden. Freddy, 20, was reportedly spotted 'smoking a joint' with his nan — the star was due to enter rehab, having been addicted to smoking since the age of 12. Wake up to find news on your TV shows in your inbox every morning with Metro's TV Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your show in the link we'll send you so we can get TV news tailored to you. Addressing his brother's behaviour for the first time, Bobby told The Sun: 'Freddy's very sensitive and wants to please. And when he grows up a little bit that will serve him well.' 'There are things I don't like about him and there are things about me he doesn't like. Freddy will be OK, I don't know if he looks up to me, but I look up to him in many ways, but he's a good boy.' Meanwhile, in his own interview with the Daily Mail, Freddy claimed that he and Bobby 'don't speak much either'. 'I sent him a message to wish him a happy birthday, but that's it,' he admitted. 'I used to be the middleman between my dad and everyone. But now I can't be bothered. I don't care what happens.' The outlet reported that Freddy has been living with Jackiey in her home in Bermondsey after 'storming out' of Jeff's home in an argument. An insider said: 'Jeff was never going to keep Freddy away from his Nanny for very long – they've always had a strong bond. 'Jeff may hate her for all sorts of reasons going back many years, but Freddy loves her very much. They had a great time together, playing with her dog and catching up at her flat – where he has often stayed over the years. Whatever Jeff hoped to achieve with his legal efforts, it hasn't worked.' Freddy, whose mum died when he was only four years old, is said to be heading to Marbella for rehab as he couldn't take getting clean 'seriously' while in the UK. Bobby is reportedly staying out of the feud as much as possible and has set his sights on Hollywood after announcing he is leaving EastEnders. More Trending 'It's mixed feelings,' he told The Sun. 'It's been a wonderful three years and I've learned so much, so it feels like home. It's like a family there.' After a stint on Paramount TV series Curfew, Bobby is setting his sights on Hollywood and shared how Joaquin Phoenix is a particular hero of his. 'I think he's incredible,' he shared of the Joker star. 'Even to watch him on set would be amazing.' Metro has reached out to Freddy and Jeff Brazier for comment. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: EastEnders star breaks silence on exit after 3 years as he addresses future MORE: Strictly stars support Dianne Buswell following death of her beloved 'pop' aged 99 MORE: Strictly star left 'scared and helpless' after London mugging
Scottish Sun
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Brother Freddy needs to grow up… there are things I don't like about him, says Bobby Brazier as he discusses family feud
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EASTENDERS star Bobby Brazier has admitted his younger brother Freddy needs to grow up — but says he's a 'good boy.' The actor, 22, who is leaving the soap, spoke publicly for the first time about the 20-year-old — who is at the centre of an impending family legal fight over his welfare. 3 Brothers Bobby and Freddy with their dad Jeff Brazier Credit: Instagram/katebrazierpr 3 EastEnders star Bobby is set to leave the soap Credit: BBC He said: 'Freddy's very sensitive and wants to please. And when he grows up a little bit that will serve him well. 'There are things I don't like about him and there are things about me he doesn't like. Freddy will be OK, I don't know if he looks up to me, but I look up to him in many ways, but he's a good boy.' It comes after the Sun on Sunday revealed the brothers' TV host dad Jeff, 46, has a court date in his bid to stop Freddy seeing maternal gran Jackiey Budden, 68 — mother of late Big Brother star Jade Goody — amid concerns over his well-being. Freddy teamed up with his dad last month to present This Morning's competition segment from Malta. The pair previously competed in BBC One's Celebrity Race Across the World last year Meanwhile, Bobby is to leave EastEnders in September. He said: 'It's mixed feelings, it's been a wonderful three years and I've learned so much, so it feels like home. It's like a family there.' Last month, we revealed he had received a wave of work offers after being a runner-up on Strictly Come Dancing in 2023. It led to him winning Best Supporting Actor in a TV Series for his role in Paramount+ drama Curfew, at the National Film Awards in West London on July 3. Speaking to The Sun on Sunday, Bobby said he now has his sights on Hollywood. He said: 'I'd like be around people who've mastered what they do and absorb as much of that as I can. I'd love to work with Joaquin Phoenix, I think he's incredible. Even to watch him on set would be amazing.' Freddy Brazier meets up with Love Island star for goes to Jurassic World event opening 3 Bobby Brazier has admitted his younger brother Freddy needs to grow up Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Brother Freddy needs to grow up… there are things I don't like about him, says Bobby Brazier as he discusses family feud
EASTENDERS star Bobby Brazier has admitted his younger brother Freddy needs to grow up — but says he's a 'good boy.' The actor, 22, who is 3 Brothers Bobby and Freddy with their dad Jeff Brazier Credit: Instagram/katebrazierpr 3 EastEnders star Bobby is set to leave the soap Credit: BBC He said: ' 'There are things I don't like about him and there are things about me he doesn't like. Freddy will be OK, I don't know if he looks up to me, but I look up to him in many ways, but he's a good boy.' It comes after the Sun on Sunday revealed the brothers' TV host dad Jeff, 46, has a court date in his Freddy teamed up with his dad last month to present This Morning's competition segment from Malta. The pair previously competed in BBC One's Celebrity Race Across the World last year Meanwhile, Bobby is to He said: 'It's mixed feelings, it's been a wonderful three years and I've learned so much, so it feels like home. It's like a family there.' Last month, we revealed he had received a wave of work offers after being a runner-up on Strictly Come Dancing in 2023. It led to him winning Best Supporting Actor in a TV Series for his role in Paramount+ drama Curfew, at the National Film Awards in West London on July 3. Speaking to The Sun on Sunday, Bobby said he now has his sights on Hollywood. He said: 'I'd like be around people who've mastered what they do and absorb as much of that as I can. I'd love to work with Joaquin Phoenix, I think he's incredible. Even to watch him on set would be amazing.' Freddy Brazier meets up with Love Island star for goes to Jurassic World event opening 3 Bobby Brazier has admitted his younger brother Freddy needs to grow up Credit: Getty Inside Bobby Brazier's burgeoning TV career Bobby Brazier has risen through the ranks to become a well known face on British TV. As the son of The star made his catwalk debut in 2020 at Milan Fashion Week, but it wasn't long before he had his eyes on a TV career. He shot to prominence in 2022 when he was cast as Freddie Slater in EastEnders. The incredibly acting skills displayed on screen earned him the National Television Award in the 'Rising Star' category. His famous dad was in tears as Bobby accepted the award on stage in front of the likes of Holly Willoughby and It wasn't long before BBC bosses wanted him to take part in the 21st series of Strictly Come Dancing. He clearly impressed the viewers with his dancing skills as he made the grand final and was a runner-up. Since then, viewers were delighted when he returned to his role in the long-running BBC One soap.
Metro
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
EastEnders star breaks silence on exit after 3 years as he addresses future
Bobby Brazier has spoken about life beyond Walford (Picture: Ash Knotek/REX/Shutterstock for NTA) EastEnders' Bobby Brazier has revealed grand ambitions for the future ahead of his exit after 3 years. The actor and Strictly Come Dancing 2023 runner-up, 22, will depart his Freddie Slater role later in the year. An EastEnders spokesperson confirmed to Metro: 'We can confirm that Bobby Brazier will be leaving EastEnders, and we wish him all the best for the future.' Some of his biggest storylines have included beating Theo Hawthorne (William Ellis) unconscious with an iron and punching him multiple times, being diagnosed with ADHD diagnosis, and more recently an affair. His head was turned by Anna Knight (Molly Rainford) – despite the fact she was in a relationship with his best mate Bobby Beale (Clay Milner Russell). Speaking of his forthcoming departure, Bobby said that it could be an uncertain time ahead. 'I don't know, I guess that's how it really goes and how it works in this industry,' he explained. 'You never really know what's next until you go for it.' He will depart later in the year (Picture: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron) 'I'd like to play a variety of different roles' (Picture: BBC) He continued to OK! Magazine: 'But yeah, I'd like to play a variety of different roles so I can work out what I like, what I'm good at and what I need to work on.' Last year he starred in Curfew, a drama set in a society where men are restricted by a curfew to protect women's safety. Bobby starred alongside Alexandra Burke, who found fame on The X Factor and is now a musical theatre actress. 'I found Alexandra Burke really inspiring,' he continued to the publication. 'We did a lot of scenes together as she played our teacher. 'I would love to do what she has done and go into the West End. I would love to be talented enough to get up on stage and sing and dance every night. The star said he was inspired by Alexandra Burke's musical theatre career (Picture: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron) Follow Metro Soaps on WhatsApp and get all the latest spoilers first! Want to be the first to hear shocking EastEnders spoilers? Who's leaving Coronation Street? The latest gossip from Emmerdale? Join 10,000 soaps fans on Metro's WhatsApp Soaps community and get access to spoiler galleries, must-watch videos, and exclusive interviews. Simply click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! Don't forget to turn on notifications so you can see when we've just dropped the latest spoilers! 'But I know how much hard work goes into that.' Just how he exits remains to be seen, but there are multiple high dramas ahead for the Slater clan. A troubled Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan) is set to make a grand return to Albert Square later in the summer – having fled to Barcelona after her brief comeback last month. Then there's reports that Kat Moon (Jessie Wallace) will find herself behind the bar of The Queen Vic for a third time. If you've got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing us soaps@ – we'd love to hear from you. Join the community by leaving a comment below and stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage. Arrow MORE: Hopes dashed as EastEnders legend 'on break' has 'no plans to return' Arrow MORE: EastEnders star Max Murray has very different side-hustle – and it's worlds away from Joel Arrow MORE: Coronation Street actor 'splits from TV star boyfriend'
Daily Mirror
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Bobby Brazier speaks out after EastEnders exit and teases future acting plans
Last month the news came out that Bobby Brazier will be leaving EastEnders and the young actor has now spoken about his next steps in the TV industry Bobby Brazier has finally opened up about his future after deciding to leave EastEnders, where he has spent the past three years playing Freddie Slater. The 22-year-old, who joined the BBC soap in 2022, became a fan favourite thanks to Freddie's dramatic storylines, including the teen discovering unsettling truths about his biological father and navigating a potential romance with Anna Knight. Last month it was revealed Bobby would be departing from the show later this year, and now the actor has spoken publicly about what lies ahead of him once he waves goodbye to Albert Square. At the National Film Awards, where he won a prize for his work on the new Paramount+ series Curfew, Bobby admitted that his next steps are uncertain. He told OK! Magazine: "I don't know, I guess that's how it really goes and how it works in this industry. You never really know what's next until you go for it. "But yeah, I'd like to play a variety of different roles so I can work out what I like, what I'm good at and what I need to work on." While EastEnders has confirmed Bobby's upcoming exit, soap bosses had been keen to continue working with the actor. A spokesperson for the soap previously said: "We can confirm that Bobby Brazier will be leaving EastEnders, and we wish him all the best for the future." However an insider shared more insight into how the decision played out, revealing: "Bosses had a meeting with Bobby only recently as they had a plan in mind for a storyline, and it just so happened that Bobby was also thinking that now was the right time to look for other opportunities outside the show. The timing of the decision worked for both, but his final scenes are not for a while yet." Beyond the world of EastEnders, Bobby has been busy expanding his acting career. After his success as runner-up on Strictly Come Dancing in 2023, he took on a new role in the series Curfew, where he plays a rebellious schoolboy called James. This project gave him the chance to work alongside performers his own age. He expressed his excitement about that new development in an interview that took place ahead of the show's premiere, sharing: "I hadn't really had the chance to work with actors my age very much either, so that was very cool. We've stayed in touch – there's a group chat going on." Bobby appears opposite X Factor winner Alexandra Burke in Curfew, and he has spoken highly of his co-star, saying: "I found Alexandra Burke really inspiring. We did a lot of scenes together as she played our teacher. "I would love to do what she has done and go into the West End. I would love to be talented enough to get up on stage and sing and dance every night. But I know how much hard work goes into that."
