Many shows tend to make gay teens near saints. The promotion of Milligan to a regular cast member was announced in January 2011. Chris is arrested when he punches Josh Willis, who spoke to a journalist about Chris and Hudson's relationship. Neighbours' real life couples including brutal dumping and soap sibling Jason previously revealed that the split had left him devastated, telling the Mirror in 2016: "It was an extremely painful parting of the ways and, without a doubt, I took a long time to recover from it. ", "It was bad enough that she'd run off with anybody but she happened to run into the arms of the greatest rock god of the period, the very guy who I secretly wanted to be. He was told during the audition that the character would be gay. "So are they giving Kyle the C storyline instead of Hendrix? [16] Bower told Daniel Kilkelly of Digital Spy that Chris's romance will be handled in a sensitive way and will be treated within the character. What to Watch is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. In 2016 Ariel and Harley decided to call it quits, after enjoying a three-year long romance. [11] However, script producer, Emma Steele defended the storyline and said that it is not a "ploy to grab ratings". It has also been announced that Hollywood actress Margot Robbie will be returning to the finale as Donna Freedman. When he returns, however, it is clear he hasn't told them the whole truth about why he needed to leave Erinsborough. [19] The appearance of Chris' father, George (Lliam Amor), makes the situation worse and when Aidan asks Chris out for a drink, he turns him down. Kyle (played by Chris Milligan) has been at the centre of some huge storylines during his time on Neighbours and for once, in recent episodes, he has simply been a pillar of support to those whose lives are dramatic as ever. [19] Mason revealed that this leads to some new tension between the characters. [22] The couple, who had not shown any sign of physical affection until that point, shared "a rather passionate embrace" during a house party. I think it's interesting to see how [his sexuality] affected his friends and his relationships with them too". Kyle and his grandmother, Sheila (Colette Mann), later find Chris collapsed in the garden and Karl tells Chris to stop taking the sleeping pills. During Kyle and Georgia's joint bucks and hen night, Chris was forced to eject a drunk Josh Willis (Harley Bonner) from The Waterhole when he caused a scene. [4] He added "Commercial TV is not about risk taking, it is about entertainment for the broadest possible audience. Kylie and Jason are returning as Scott and Charlene. After receiving lower grades than expected, Chris reconsiders attending university. Chris becomes frustrated with Aidan when he does not confide in him about his feelings or accept help from him. Why Are Men so Obsessed With Boobs? "[9] Cameron Adams of the Herald Sun branded Chris Erinsborough's token gay. [19] Natasha urges Chris to "face his fears" and she decides to play matchmaker at a barbecue they are all attending. At first, he didn't have an appreciation of how deep those comments hurt Chris. Neighbours star Chris Milligan has confirmed plans to move back to Los Angeles after previously living in the US city. During a podcast appearance, the actor recalled their first meeting, saying: "My best mate Jordan Smith who used to work on the show, he played Andrew Robinson, he walked into the green room one day and said 'The new girl is here, you're in trouble. [32] When Chris comes home to find Hudson in his house, he thinks Hudson broke in and they argue, until Kyle tells him he let Hudson in. His father has not always made things easy for him in the past, so he does not give him and his mother a chance to get to know Aidan. He gets a job at Fitzgerald Motors, upsetting his father, George, who wants him to go to university. I don't think I was ready for what would've happened if I did get a job. [30] Uhlich explained that "There's no mistaking this as Scotty hitting on Chris. "So a lot of people can come out of that place and be like, 'Oh, you know, it's so tough', and whatever else. He made a brief return from 15 to 20 September 2016, and returned to the cast full-time on 2 April 2019. This led Sheila to struggle with her grief as she tried to adjust to life without her son but losing her grandson could hit her twice as hard. Digital Spy participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. It's just keeping an open mind, and if it's something you really want to do, you'll do anything to do it.". [26] Chris ends the relationship over Aidan's dishonesty. The real-life Ramsay Street romance between Neighbours stars Chris Milligan and Jenna Rosenow has taken an exciting new step with the couple announcing . [20] Chris is initially anxious and on edge, until he realises Aidan is having fun and he relaxes. [43] Of Chris, SX News said "One could simply dismiss the gay character as simply just another plot line, but there's no denying its significance, especially with a show as enduring and mainstream as Neighbours. You can also stream on My5. Neighbours stars and real-life couple Chris Milligan and Jenna Rosenow have announced their engagement. [4] He added "I know it's quite a sensitive topic, but I think the difference between his and the last encounters they've had is that we're looking more in-depth into more than just a "gay kiss". All rights reserved. Langford revealed that he liked Chris and Lucas's mentor and mentee relationship as it is. Writers explored the issue of homophobia when Chris is confronted by a homophobic customer while working at the local garage. Mason was pleased that the audience was discussing the storyline and he admitted to appreciating both sides of the conversation. Harold (played by Ian Smith) will be reuniting with his old Ramsay Street friends. [48] The writer also commented on the introduction of Chris's father and said that he was "delighted" that Chris was finally getting his own drama, that was "pretty realistic. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. While Terese and Kyle are. He has been in a few perilous situations over the years but he has never come close to death, rather being an injured party in dramatic storylines. Chris Milligan (@_chris_milligan) / Twitter "[14], In October 2010, Mason stated that a romantic interest for Chris could be introduced in the future. But on television that's usually the case". Neighbours spoilers - Zima Anderson explains Roxy Willis exit Zima has been playing Roxy since 2019, while Ben landed the role of Ned in 2016. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Whether you are an avid Neighbours fan or you haven't tuned in for a few years, soap bosses have promised an ending that will have something for everyone, spanning all generations of viewers from the opening scene in 1985 to the final episode next week. And because the guy wasn't pointing his remarks directly at Chris, Lucas didn't understand why Chris was so offended. "[30] A shocked Chris then confides in his housemate Kyle Canning (Chris Milligan) about the kiss and they decide that they need to tell Georgia. The Australian actors played Kyle Canning and Amber Turner in the Australian show, but love soon blossomed in real life. After starting her career at a soap magazine, she ended up staying for 13 years, and over that time shes pulled pints in the Rovers Return, sung karaoke in the Emmerdale village hall, taken a stroll around Albert Square, and visited Summer Bay Surf Club in sunny Australia. If anyone knows how important it is to seek help about a cancer diagnosis it's Toadie as his wife, Sonya Rebecchi (Eve Morey) discovered she had ovarian cancer when it was too late. [27] Chris soon meets and befriends Warren's son, Blake Burrell (Oliver Edwin). Chris is shocked when Nate attacks a drunk guy for harassing Paige Smith (Olympia Valance), but Susan Kennedy (Jackie Woodburne) convinces him to give Nate a second chance. He has been enjoying his relationship with Roxy Willis (Zima Anderson) and has become somewhat of a big brother figure to Hendrix Greyson (Benny Turland), especially when the youngster thought he had cancer. Chris begins dating competitive swimmer Hudson Walsh (Remy Hii). Neighbours stars and real-life couple Chris Milligan and Jenna Rosenow are engaged. Aidan makes a "desperate suggestion" that they move in together, but Chris realises that it would be a bad idea. Then we moved to Canada for six months. If anything, it's a small reflection of the changing attitudes in society". Mason added something big would happen, which might not end well for Chris. 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[1] Australian LGBT website SameSame said the story had attracted attention from some media commentators, who called it "an obvious ratings grab and an attempt to out-gay rival soap, Home and Away". 6 Neighbours spoilers: Horror fire, a truce, and Terese turns to drink [30], In mid-2013, a new love interest for Chris was introduced in the form of competitive swimmer Hudson Walsh (Remy Hii). Tuesday's episode on Channel 5 (April 12) sees Roxy bow out from Ramsay Street after three years, heading off for. [36] When Nate told Chris that he did not want to move to New York, they decided to end their relationship. [4], Mason said he hoped that his storyline would "draw in viewers in a responsible way" and the feedback would stay positive.