Bobby Brazier says his late mum Jade Goody would be “so proud” of his success
Bobby Brazier says late mum Jade Goody would be proud of his NTA win
The ‘EastEnders’ actor was over the moon when he picked up his Rising Star award at the National Television Award ceremony on Tuesday (05.09.23), and while he was excited to be joined by his dad Jeff Brazier, 44, to commemorate the special occasion, the 20-year-old star couldn’t help but think of his late mum – who died of cervical cancer in 2009 aged 27.
Speaking to Metro.co.uk on the red carpet before the ceremony, Bobby said his mum would be “so proud” of him.
He added: ‘And not necessarily for Strictly, I think for everything. My life is a much bigger picture than this and everyone that knows and loves me is proud of me, and I think she’d be the same."
Whilst on the podium accepting his award, Bobby delivered a heartfelt speech paying tribute to his dad.
He said: “It has little to do with me and everything to do with my dad.
“For over the course of the last 20 years, I’ve consistently heard him say, “Because I can” and him just saying that…because I can.”
The soap star picked up the gong for his role in primetime drama ‘EastEnders’. Bobby joined Albert Square as Freddie Slater less than a year ago and already became a favourite.
Friends and fans inundated him on Twitter with messages support and to congratulate him on his win.
One fan wrote: “A lovely acceptance speech from Bobby Brazier. No doubt his mum would be very proud #NTAs.”
Another added: “I have to say I happy clapped when #bobbybrazier won the award!! He’s got a natural talent for acting and is a great addition to @bbceastenders.”
A third chimed in: “#BobbyBrazier What a great guy he is, so likeable, humble and talented, he’s been a revelation in @bbceastenders #EastEnders as Freddie Slater, he’s come in learning his Acting craft on the job and has improved so much. The GBP will LOVE him on @bbcstrictly #Strictly.”
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