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They never keep them single for very long on the soaps, there always seems to be a new man waiting just around the corner. I'd like to see Amy have some girl friends she can hang out with, Steph would be fun and they're both single mums.Quote:
Originally Posted by LauBuch
Can see why she would be though, she thought Georgia was out of the picture and was afraid to lose him.Quote:
Originally Posted by Ruffed_lemur
Lauren was pregnant not long before Brad married Beth and she got pregnant so I think there's only meant to be a few months diference between Ned and Paige or something like that.Quote:
Originally Posted by CuriousCase
I'm liking Steph and Brennan at the moment. Maybe Ned but I think Amy doesn't deserve another bad boy. Not really sure he can be trusted right now, but I think he might reconcile with his dad and family and all will be well after a while.
ned could be for aaron or nate
Do you suggest that he is gay?Quote:
Originally Posted by lizann
In soaps everything can be possible. If so, I would see him more with Nate than Aaron.
I'm hoping Aaron and Nate are still together.Quote:
Originally Posted by lizann
Is Ned gay? Didn't think he was.
Yeah, we haven't seen much of his character yet to determine his sexual orientation? Just wonder where the gang thing will go... Violent background? Hope it doesn't bring too much darkness to neighbours. I love that neighbours is so much more light hearted and happier of all the soaps shown in the uk!!Quote:
Originally Posted by Ruffed_lemur
Yeah, we haven't seen much of his character yet to determine his sexual orientation? Just wonder where the gang thing will go... Violent background? Hope it doesn't bring too much darkness to neighbours. I love that neighbours is so much more light hearted and happier of all the soaps shown in the uk!!Quote:
Originally Posted by Ruffed_lemur
don't know if ned is gay just guessing
Fair enough, you might be right! Maybe even John Doe!
Yeah I know... But Ben Hall looks much older... He's supposed to be 21-22.Quote:
Originally Posted by LollyCarpenter
Yeah I know... But Ben Hall looks much older... He's supposed to be 21-22.Quote:
Originally Posted by LollyCarpenter
Ned and Paige and Brad all look around the same age :p
Meet Brad Willis’ long lost son Ned - played by Ben Hall.
How are you feeling arriving on Ramsay St as Ned Willis?
Absolutely dreading it! No, just kidding of course not! I’m very excited, the first week here was really enjoyable working with Scott Major and Kip Gamblin. Visiting Ramsay St was uncanny, it’s the same as when I watched the show 10 years ago! It was an amazing and nostalgic experience working there for the first time. I was a bit nervous, it’s a massive moment when Ned comes back and I want it to live up to the fans' expectations of who he is. I really wanted to make an entrance as a fully developed, interesting character.
Who is your favourite Neighbours character, past or present? Doesn’t have to be a Willis!
Kip would want me to say Brad! I’ve watched him many times over the years and I do love his work. But to be honest, my favourite character would have to be Steph (Carla Bonner), I love her work. She nails it and just knows how this genre works. She always makes her scenes interesting and her expressiveness is great!
Where has Ned been all this time?
Ned left with his mother Beth almost 20 years ago after her and Brad split up. They took off to Sydney and then Ned was later sent to Darwin to live with his Nan and Pop. Doug and Ned have a bit of a history, there’s some stuff that’s gone on. When Brad and Ned get back together there’s a bit of tension and a few things left for them to sort out.
Will Ned and Brad be able to get along?
That is a good question and I’m pretty sure Ned doesn’t know whether they’ll get along but he’s definitely going to try. He comes back with the right intentions but whether he will succeed is another thing entirely. It’s a lot of pain to get over, it’s a lot of hurt to be left by your father. To suddenly try and reconcile after twenty years is not going to be easy!
How will Ned react when he meets the rest of the Willis clan?
It’s a big family, imagine if you hadn’t seen the majority of your immediate family for 20 years - you’re going to feel out of the loop. Ned’s going to love getting to know his sisters and hopefully getting ‘back in’ with the family. Having missed out on a childhood with his immediate family he will now have a different learning experience. Learning how to be a brother and a son, all those things. He gets it right sometimes and he gets it wrong sometimes too.
What are your three favourite things about Ned as a character?
My favourite thing about Ned is that he prefers actions over words. As in, if Ned believes in something he goes out and does something about it rather than just saying he’s going to do it. He shows his feelings through actions rather than just saying meaningless words. Another thing I like about Ned is, though he’s quite conflicted internally about things, he’s always trying to better himself and trying to work things out. Third, he’s a tattoo artist and that’s kind of cool. I don’t think there have been many other tattoo artists in Erinsborough. There’s quite a bit of mischief involved with that so it’s going to be quite fun.
How have you found working with Kip Gamblin and Terence Donovan as your on screen father and grand father?
Those two guys are two of the funniest people I’ve ever met on set - they are ridiculously funny! I didn’t realise that Terence is 80, if I can remember lines and give a performance like he does at that age I will be chuffed! I was blown away when he told me his age because he just has so much energy and he makes me laugh. Kip’s similar, it’s so good that Terence plays his father as you can see that the humour runs in the Willis family. They’re both very fun to work with which makes for a very relaxed working environment.
Can you give us any hints at what’s in store for Ned?
Ned actually has some feelings for someone on Ramsay St but I don’t think anyone will suspect who it is. It’s very risqué! Ned also doesn’t let things lie and he will get his own back on some people...
Neighbours newcomer Ben Hall has disappointed his fans by admitting that his role as Ned Willis won't be permanent.
News that the 23-year-old actor had been cast in the role of Ned originally broke in March, with his first scenes airing earlier this month.
Troubled Ned is the child that Brad fathered with his ex-wife Beth Brennan after they left Ramsay Street in the '90s, and his arrival has been highly-anticipated ever since the Willis family arrived in 2014.
However, Hall disappointed his Twitter followers last night by confirming that Ned won't be sticking around in Erinsborough for too long, explaining that he was only ever brought in as a guest character.
Replying to a follower who was wondering if Ned would feature in the updated version of the opening credits, Hall said: "I'm afraid Ned won't be in the opening titles."
Hall later explained to his understandably confused followers: "Hey guys can't say much but Ned is a guest role, thats why he's not in the titles."
Ned will feature heavily on screen over the next few weeks, with Hall previously hinting that he will have a risqué crush on another character.
Digital Spy
That's disappointing to hear, I think a lot of people were expecting Ned to become a regular. He seems to be very popular already from what I've seen of Neighbours fans comments, so I hope TPTB write Ned's exit maybe leaving the door open for his return at some point.
He might turn out to be a villain, possibly even responsible for the explosion, since he's a short term character.
After yesterday's episode, it looked to me like his risqué crush will be on Lauren. That might also be why he leaves.
Yeah I think thats why he will leave tooQuote:
Originally Posted by Dazzle
ah bats not lauren why not tereseQuote:
Originally Posted by Dazzle
ah bats not lauren why not tereseQuote:
Originally Posted by Dazzle
Is Ned guilty of causing the explosion?
https://m.facebook.com/NeighboursOnE...d=190062823350
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Who does think that Ned caused/is involved/is responible for the explosion?
If you think Ned is fully/partially responsible for the explosion please use the 'thanks' option to give your vote!
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I hope Ned isn't involved in any wayQuote:
Originally Posted by eni294
I see Beth is being blamed now for Brad being a bad dad :angry:
Neighbours newcomer Ned will give his father Brad some rather upsetting home truths in today's episode (May 11).
The latest preview clip shows the estranged pair having a heated showdown, as Ned challenges Brad over his shortcomings as a father.
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Ned's ongoing feud with Brad will ultimately result in him deciding to leave Erinsborough, despite desperate pleas from both his sister Piper and Lauren.
With Ned and Brad set to be torn apart forever, Lauren will make a last ditch attempt to reunite them as she reveals that it was Beth who kept them apart when he was younger. Will this be enough to make Ned stay?
Either way, a permanent Brad and Ned reconciliation isn't looking all that likely seeing as Ben Hall recently confirmed that Ned will only be in the show temporarily.
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That could mean TPTB may bring Ned at some time to continue this storyline??Quote:
Originally Posted by Perdita
He's popular with fans so I imagine they will (unless he blew up Lassiters of course).Quote:
Originally Posted by LollyCarpenter
Kiss of death
How will Brad cope when he learns his son fancies his girlfriend?
Discovery Ned planted a smooch on Lauren floors poor Brad.
The truth comes out when Piper (Mavournee Hazel) overhears Ned (Ben Hall) and Lauren (Kate Kendall) arguing about the imtimate moment.
“Lauren feels uncomfortable about not coming clean to Brad,” Kate, 42, says.
When Piper confronts them about the kiss, she insists Brad (Kip Gamblin) be told what happened.
Unable to keep it a secret any longer, Ned and Lauren confess about the lip-lock.
Brad is stunned - especially that Lauren kept quiet about it. Will this end their romance?
Can Brad and Ned mend their fractured relationship?
Credit: TV Week 6th June 2016
Am I the only one that things Lauren and Ned have a strangely nice chemistry? I know it's all super weird and I'm not saying they should get together because even for a soap that'd be a little weird! But I think they have more chemistry than Brad and Lauren haha
I'm with you on that one - one of my favourite storylines on Neighbours at the moment. I'd actually like Ned and Lauren to get together and get Brad back with Terese.Quote:
Originally Posted by LauBuch
I'm with you on that one - one of my favourite storylines on Neighbours at the moment. I'd actually like Ned and Lauren to get together and get Brad back with Terese.Quote:
Originally Posted by LauBuch
Terese is better off without Brad and so is Lauren, no chemistry between any of them especially Lauren and BradQuote:
Originally Posted by CuriousCase
I thought there was tons of chemistry between Brad and Therese, prior to the affair. There's never been a chemistry between Brad + Lauren for me.Quote:
Originally Posted by tammyy2j
But the chemistry between Ned + Lauren is through the roof from my POV! haha But it would be a bit weird if they got together...
I think Ned's been really creepy towards Lauren and I'd hate to see them together after that. He needs to go away and learn some respect and how to keep his distance from women who aren't interested (which Lauren made very clear).
Otherwise I could see him turn into a stalker who threatens and bullies women who have the audacity to turn him down (and a flasher too after that eyeful he "accidentally" gave her!).
I couldn`t agree more Tammy. I thought it was just me who couldn`t see any chemistry between any of them. I thought it was because Terese seemed to be a bit of a cold fish who always wanted her own way. But now I can see that the chemistry was never there to begin with.Quote:
Originally Posted by tammyy2j
Its not the actors fault. Either you have chemistry or you don`t. it can`t be forced. Terese and Paul seemed to have more chemistry that Terese and Brad. With both Terese and Paul together in the opening credits, I hope their relationship can be salvaged one day.
It says something about Lauren why she doesn`t have any of her kids living with her apart from Paige. Brad is a terrible Father too.
Just my opinion.
:)
He never came across as creepy to me personally, but it would be super weird if they got together. I hope he comes back, I quite like his character!Quote:
Originally Posted by Dazzle
I expected Ned being Beth's son to be angry and bitter at both Lauren and TereseQuote:
Originally Posted by Dazzle
I wish he was brought in sooner to see how he would mix with his siblings like Josh and Imogen
Neighbours star Ben Hall has revealed that his character Ned Willis will be making his way back to Ramsay Street later this year, after posting some pictures from the soap set.
Ned Willis left Ramsay Street in shame earlier this month after making a move on his dad's girlfriend Lauren Turner, but he looks set to make a comeback in the near future.
News of Ned's departure shocked fans, who had assumed that Hall had joined the soap on a permanent basis, but it now appears that the story isn't over for Brad's son.
Posting a picture of himself and co-star Matt Wilson - who plays Aaron Brennan - in matching outfits, Hall said: "Maybe Ned's taking fashion advice from Aaron? Not gonna lie - he probably needs it."
Another snap shows him posing alongside Scott McGregor (Mark Brennan), Olympia Valance (Paige) and Jodi Anasta - who has been cast in the role as returning Elly Conway.
Digital Spy
Great news! :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Perdita
Just when you thought the Willis clan were facing enough awkward family drama, along comes Ned for another juicy guest stint.
Having kissed his father Brad's partner Lauren the last time he was on Ramsay Street, it's clear that Ned has a lot of making up to do when he returns. But could a brand new relationship convince everyone that he really has moved on?
Digital Spy recently caught up with Ben Hall, who plays Ned, to hear all the gossip on his character's comeback.
What can we expect from Ned's return?
"As always, Ned brings a bit of strife with him. He's been off doing what I was doing - basically clearing his head, trying to find work and catching up with old friends.
"But like any young guy, Ned has also tried to get Lauren out of his head. When he gets back to the Street, he's running away from another problem because he's slept with someone and found out that she's married. He's a bit edgy about that!"
What kind of a response does Ned get when he's back on the Street?
"There's a bit of a mishap with his dad at first, because Brad thinks that Ned is still into Lauren. Brad is trying to work out if that's true or not. I think Ned has actually managed to get over Lauren, but they still have a very strong bond.
"It doesn't take long for Ned to get around, though! Further down the track, he has a bit of a thing with Elly. It's a very passionate, fiery, 'up and down' sort of relationship. So there's a bit of drama there as well."
Is it love or lust?
"I think it definitely starts as lust, but it has the potential to be love and that's what plays out over the next few months. It's a very unstable relationship, but it definitely has the potential to be love and quite long-lasting."
Is Ned genuinely sorry for what happened with Lauren?
"I think he genuinely is. Ned mistook Lauren's kindness for something else, so that was why he was pursuing her. He hadn't had that affection for a long time.
"It's so awkward for him coming back, but I think Ned genuinely is sorry. He now wants to prove that he's moved on and initially Elly's character may just be that opportunity for him. He's proving that he's over Lauren by going with someone else. But that develops into something more."
Brad and Lauren get engaged next week. How does Ned feel about that?
"It's definitely a shock. Ned is surprised, because of how fragile their relationship was when he left. I don't know if he thinks it's a particularly wise move to be getting engaged, as he thought that Lauren did have a bit of feeling there for him last time. He's never been 100% sure on what Brad's thinking either.
"But Ned wants to be happy for them and he wants them to be happy too. Ned is not malicious, so once he understands it, he's okay with it and wants it to work."
When you filmed your first Neighbours stint, did you always know you were coming back for more?
"It wasn't decided at that point, actually. It just came up and when I found out the opportunity was there to come back, I took it gladly. It's been a really fun period of shooting now that I know the ropes a little bit more."
Ned's arrival had a really great response from the fans, so is that part of the reason Neighbours brought him back?
"I hope so! I don't watch the ratings or anything like that, but I know that fans on social media really seemed to like Ned. They especially seemed to like the stuff with Brad - having someone there to finally lay into him for all the bad stuff that he's done!"
Is there any chance this could become a permanent role rather than just guest stints?
"I don't really know. Again the ball's in their court, but I would definitely be happy to consider staying longer-term on the show. I really enjoy working with FremantleMedia and the cast. Olympia [Valance, who plays Paige], Scotty [McGregor, who plays Mark] and all the other guys are really great fun to work with on set.
"It's funny, because the more that I'm there, the more I want to stay. At first I wasn't sure, because I had a few other job offers. But the more I'm there, the more I enjoy it. I would definitely consider longer but I don't know at the moment."
Who from the cast would you like to work with more?
"I'd love to work more with Alan Fletcher, who plays Karl. There's a couple of scenes coming up when Ned returns, because obviously Elly is related to the Kennedys and so he's around at their house a little bit. I'd love the chance to do some great, goofy character stuff with him.
"I'd also love to work more with Ryan Moloney, who plays Toadie. It'd be great to do more with all of the classic characters that I haven't had a chance to work with yet."
What's your acting background?
"I went to the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts for three years, which is quite well known for its Music Theatre course. So I studied Music Theatre there and after that my first stage show was Les Mes. I'd done a bit of TV stuff before that. I did a musical and a couple of other things - and now Neighbours.
"Before all of that, I was actually at an all-boys Catholic school. It was a sporting school, so it wasn't exactly that conducive to the arts, but we had an incredibly good drama teacher. She instilled me with the skills and inspired me to take it further."
Does Neighbours feel like the big break?
"Yeah, definitely. It's such a nice thing to have on the resume, but also to know that you've been part of a show which has such a history. It opens doors in the UK and it opens doors all over the place, which is really nice.
"It's great to know that it's not just the Australian audience who see your work. We'll see what happens. I've got a British passport so maybe I'll be able to come over there!"
We hear your dad is from Coventry – how many times have you been over to the UK?
"I've actually only been over twice. I came over with my dad when I was 10 to see my grandparents and family over there. I came over again two years ago and I travelled around. But I am actually planning another trip to come back next year to see family and see more of Europe, so hopefully I'll have to time to get into London and around the UK."
There's lots of other drama going on for the Willis family at the moment. Will Ned get involved in Piper, Paige and Tyler's love triangle?
"Oh, Ned knows not to get involved where his sisters are concerned! Those two would tear him apart!"
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Ned with Elly? Well, at least Ned's unattached!
I think they could work. It will be good to see Ned not sniffing around Lauren anymore.