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 . He is a supporter of Premier League club Arsenal FC
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]
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]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022–present | EastEnders | Denzel Danes | Regular role | [7] [8] |
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]
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