Chris meets Nate Kinski and they arrange to go a picnic for their first date. He said "The whole moral of the story is that one little mistake can have really dire consequences. "Then I came back to Brisbane, back to labouring work for three months, and then I came back on the show. [2] Bower has said that she expects this storyline to come under fire, saying "I do believe homophobia is still alive and well, and I have no doubt that we will get complaints about it". She first appeared in 2008 and featured in a total of 327 episodes, before choosing to leave the show behind in 2011. [18] Aidan provides a source of kindness and support for Chris. And because the guy wasn't pointing his remarks directly at Chris, Lucas didn't understand why Chris was so offended. The character that Bob is playing is older and further down the track with his relationship testing, so it will be a relationship story rather than a gay male romance. To keep George happy, Chris begins attending TAFE. "[29] During a charity camp-out, which has been organised by Georgia, Scotty visits Chris' tent during the night and says something that makes Chris believe he is making a romantic advance towards him. [27] It soon becomes clear someone is spying on Chris, but whether it is Warren or someone else is not clear. Warren witnesses them playing pool and warns Chris to stay away from Blake. He's on the basketball team, he's had a girlfriend for a time, and I think the show does a good job of portraying the way his character is discovering who he really is". [25], Chris and Aidan get back together, but after a few weeks, Chris breaks up with Aidan for good. #Neighbours #ChrisMilligan #ZimaAndersonSUBSCRIBE for more exclusive Neig. In recent years, the Canning family have been hit with a huge amount of heartbreak as Gary Canning (Damien Richardson) was murdered by villain Finn Kelly (Rob Mills). Chris and Hudson later get back together. Is Chris Milligan leaving Neighbours? [3] Mason told Matt Akersten of SameSame that he was okay with knowing Chris would be gay. Neighbours star Chris Milligan has confirmed plans to move back to Los Angeles after previously living in the US city. Milligan chose to leave Neighbours in 2015 and Kyle departed on 8 April 2016 with Georgia. Hudson tells Chris that he cut off contact as he needed time to prepare himself for prison. Chris Milligan, who has played Kyle Canning on the soap since 2011, started dating Jenna Rosenow when she joined Neighbours in 2013. [13], Previous same-sex storylines in the show had led to criticism from conservative groups. Claire is Assistant Managing Editor at What To Watch and has been a journalist for over 15 years, writing about everything from soaps and TV to beauty, entertainment, and even the Royal Family. Lucy returns and Chris rejects her offer of being father to her child when Nate confesses he does not want children; however, Chris changes his mind when Nate supports him. Kyle and Georgia find him and he is rushed to hospital, and placed in an induced coma. The couple's split was reportedly amicable, and they continued to keep in contact. Chris Milligan's Tweets. Queen Charlotte review: A Bridgerton triumph, Michelle Yeoh stars in trailer for new Poirot film, EastEnders announces eating disorder story for Ben, I'm a Celebrity airs trial twist for new campers. She had already reached stage four by the time she found out she had it and in heartbreaking scenes, she passed away in her husband's arms. [44] Alan McKee, a university film and television professor, said that usually subscription television channels take risks in portraying storylines like Chris's. [32], In September 2014, Chris was the focus of a coward punch storyline. "[14] Mason added the storyline was about showing understanding for where a person is coming from and being willing to change your ideas. When Andrew realises Chris has feelings for him and is annoyed. Who Is Chris Milligan? As well as all things soap-related, Claire also loves running, spa breaks, days out with her kids, and getting lost in a good book. Enjoy. [20] Chris is initially anxious and on edge, until he realises Aidan is having fun and he relaxes. Chris comes clean to Lucas, who calls the police. After he is discharged from hospital, Nate becomes Chris's carer. She said: Hes very good Hes my best friend. Years, definitely. [34] Mason added that Chris would have difficulties accepting that someone like Josh attacked him. 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I have heard rumours that 5 actors have already quit Neighbours on here in some topics, is this true? Its all really good.". [4] He began filming his first scenes in October 2009, before making his on-screen debut in February 2010. [28] Lucas finds Chris on the ground, and at the hospital, he is treated for cuts, bruises, painful ribs and trauma from being kicked around. [14], Chris meets Aidan when he is brought into the hospital following a "vicious beating". [6] Summer initially takes the news well and plays it down, but when fellow student Natasha Williams (Valentina Novakovic) discovers that one of her classmates is gay, she goes out of her way to find out who it is and expose them. Then I came back to Brisbane, back to labouring work for three months, and then I came back on the show.". When they learn that they are both carriers of spinal muscular atrophy, Chris tells Lucy that she should find another donor. Soap fans were left devastated recently when it was announced that Neighbours could be axed after 40 years. [26] Mason stated, "Chris is a pretty happy-go-lucky guy, so I don't think he'll be wallowing in self-pity for long. 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Shooting Star posted: "So good to see Hendrix and Kyle bond so quickly. The pair portrayed on-screen lovers Scott Robinson and Charlene Mitchell, and their fictional wedding was the most-watched episode of Neighbours ever, with nearly 20 million people tuning in to see them exchange vows. Neighbours villain to return full-time to kill Paul Robinson? Kylie went on to enjoy a string of high-profile romances over the years, but has since settled down with GQ boss Paul Solomons. Jenna, who plays Amber Turner on the Aussie series, and Chris started their. Since then, she's gone on to achieve huge Hollywood success, having appeared in the likes ofBirds of Prey, I, Tonya,The Suicide SquadandOnce Upon a Time in Hollywoodand she's due to appear inAmsterdamand in Greta Gerwig'sBarbiein 2023. [6], Mason has said he was nervous about filming Chris's coming out. Mason originally read for the role of Andrew Robinson, before he was called back to audition for Chris three days later. [27] Warren threatens to kill Chris unless he stops spending time with Blake. [36][37] Chris's exit storyline saw him decide to be a full-time father to his child with Lucy Robinson (Melissa Bell), and move to New York. [4] Holy Soap said Chris's most memorable moment was "Announcing to his entire class that he was gay. Roxy dating Nicolette? [20] However, Natasha then calls Chris to help with a problem and he has to leave Aidan, who assumes Chris has set the whole thing up to get out of the date. Chris's knee is badly injured when Danni's ex-boyfriend Stephen Montague (Damian Hill) attacks him. Neighbours heartache as Clive Gibbons makes exit from show? They began dating while filming the show in 2013, and continued to keep fans updated with their romance on social media. Chris tells his parents about his relationship and they assure him that they would have accepted it. Mason thought it was a shame that Chris and Blake could not continue their friendship because of Warren and his views. He's not your typical gay stereotype that some TV shows like to play up. Toadfish Rebecchi (Ryan Moloney) agrees to help lift the ban, but Nate misses a meeting and Chris accuses him of not taking it seriously. Chris tells Hudson about Will and how lonely he is. [2] The character is Mason's first major television role. [25] Mason said that Chris is fine with his friends knowing about his relationship, but it is different story when it comes to his parents. [42] David Knox of Citysearch Melbourne said that the inclusion of Chris in the show is "a positive step with its juvenile audience". In January 2021 the couple confirmed their engagement, after romantic Chris popped the question on a beach in Malibu, California. Chris breaks up with Hudson when he learns that he is taking performance-enhancing drugs. Chris and Aidan begin dating. 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. Future Publishing Limited Quay House, The Ambury, And it may not be a full-on relationship. Neighbours' Candice Leask confirms Wendy return, Neighbours star teases "fantastic" revival series, Neighbours releases picture of Lloyd Will's return, Neighbours confirms returnee in official picture, Neighbours legend discusses future as Harold, Neighbours star's tribute as former co-star dies, Neighbours casts The OC star Mischa Barton, Neighbours star promises jaw-dropping storylines, Neighbours shares first pictures as filming begins, Neighbours star Chris Milligan reveals plans to go back to LA, DIGITAL SPY, PART OF THE HEARST UK ENTERTAINMENT NETWORK. 1 talking about this. It's a game, and you've just got to play it and bide your time. Many of the stars of Neighbours have fallen in love while filming the hit Australian soap, Get daily celeb exclusives and behind the scenes house tours direct to your inbox. But attitudes have changed and commercial networks like to reflect that". [47] In July 2011, Langford revealed that he had seen some comments from people thinking that Lucas and Chris should be paired up. Jenna left the soap in 2016, while Chris briefly exited before returning in 2019. Chris becomes frustrated with Aidan when he does not confide in him about his feelings or accept help from him. [31] Hii commented, "Chris is trying to keep his cards close to his chest, but by the same token, Hudson is also a new guy to this neighbourhood and isn't quite sure who he can be open to and show his true colours to. When Michael's daughter, Natasha, spreads a rumour that a Year 11 student is gay, several people believe it is Summer. Many shows tend to make gay teens near saints. Tuesday, 2nd May 2023See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. Warren's son, Blake, befriends Chris and apologises for his father. I don't think I was ready for what would've happened if I did get a job. [35] Chris was also worried that he had developed epilepsy like Andrew did, but doctors informed him that the seizure was a temporary symptom of his brain injury. Chris is later attacked while working and Lucas takes him to the hospital, but Chris leaves before getting his x-rays. An argument between Andrew and Natasha breaks out and when Andrew bumps Chris' arm, he loses control of the car and crashes. [36] When Nate told Chris that he did not want to move to New York, they decided to end their relationship. "[5], In October 2010, the ATV News Network reported that the Neighbours writers and producers were unsure how to keep Chris connected to Ramsay Street. [11] However, script producer, Emma Steele defended the storyline and said that it is not a "ploy to grab ratings". I think it's interesting to see how [his sexuality] affected his friends and his relationships with them too". So he kicks Scotty out of the house, but even then Scotty doesn't realise what the kiss means. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Stefan, 63, has starred in Neighbours since it first aired in 1985, yet his wife didn't join until 2016. What would make the storyline even more devastating is if the character were to die, with his loved ones only finding out the truth once he had gone. Heres how it works. You know what I mean? [2] Mason added that he would like to see Chris happy in the future and hopes the viewers will warm to him. The police fine Chris and he loses his license for six months. Stars both announce baby news at Met Gala. Toadie is likely to be a huge source of support for his friend but Roxy begins to become worried not enough people know. Chris became the first prominent, regular male homosexual character in the show's twenty-five-year history. [4], The ATV News Network said the Chris's coming out should be praised for the way it has been handled. [9][16] Aidan and Chris formed the serial's first gay couple. DON'T MISSKay Burley 'showing BBC how to conduct interviews' after grilling[COMMENT]Poland could unravel EU's legal authority - what it means for Brexit[ANALYSIS]Queen 'unimpressed' by taste of life on retirement[INSIGHT]. [35] Chris was kept in hospital overnight, which meant his romantic plans with his partner Nate Kinski (Meyne Wyatt) were put on hold. We earn a commission for products purchased through some links in this article. I think I'm going to have that attitude when I go back, especially now because of this pandemic. During Chris's next visit to Hudson, he appears distracted and when Hudson asks him if he is seeing someone else, Chris hesitates and Hudson breaks up with him. He told Herald Sun in 2015: "I told Gail that I was attracted to her, but nothing could happen because I was still in a relationship, so we became the best of friends instead. [47] Langford added "I do like that Chris isn't a perfect kid. Summer becomes annoyed when Chris forgives Andrew so easily and then allows himself to be influenced by him into skipping school. So could a death be on the horizon for the beloved character? "[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. It wasn't just Chris's story. He thinks, 'How did it come to this?'. Really hope not #Neighbours.". Assistant Managing Editor at What To Watch. Chris ignores his advice and starts sleepwalking. How will he and Roxy (Zima Anderson) cope? [7] However, in January 2011, a Network Ten spokesperson told SX News that Mason's role would be expanded from April and he and Chris will get more screen time. [26] Mason said Chris still loved Aidan, so it was tough on them both. Both have since found love again, with Ariel now dating Dean Cooper and Harley having been in a relationship with Natalia Roser since 2017. Ian Smith better known to soap fans as the legendary Harold Bishop has also been confirmed to be making a comeback, but now more names have been added to the list of Neighbours alumni set to return to Ramsay Street and it is better than we could have hoped! "I mean me and [girlfriend] Jenna [Rosenow] moved to LA, we were in LA for two years. Ralphie threatens Chris, but Mason Turner (Taylor Glockner) intervenes and gets rid of Ralphie. I have the feeling that a lot of Chris's dad's issues stem from the fact that his son is gay and I hope the show will delve into those unresoved issues. He also begins dating Summer, which makes Harry jealous. Met Gala 2023: What happens inside the event and where do the funds go? [28], Shortly after Georgia Brooks's (Saskia Hampele) boyfriend Scotty Boland (Rhys Uhlich) was introduced, Chris is shocked to realise that Scotty "may have a romantic interest in him. From the noughties, we will see a comeback from Natalie Bassingthwaighte as Izzy Hoyland, Pippa Black as Elle Robinson, Morgan Baker as Callum Rebecchi, Jordan Patrick Smith as Andrew Robinson and James Mason as Chris Pappas. Chris will be seen taking on "issues that every gay teenager does. Kate Ramsay (Ashleigh Brewer) drives Chris to the prison, so he can see Hudson and sort things out. Chris spends some time with Will and they begin dating, but the relationship ends when Will's dog, Napoleon, bites Kyle's dog Bossy, and Will refuses to accept responsibility or apologise. When he returns, however, it is clear he hasn't told them the whole truth about why he needed to leave Erinsborough. Neighbours' executive producer Susan Bower said the creation of the character and his storyline was a result of requests from young viewers in the Neighbours website forums. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK! The rumours start to affect Chris and he comes out to his class. Chris befriends Lucy Robinson (Melissa Bell) and she asks him to father her child, to which Chris replies that he needs time to decide. 1. Aidan encourages Chris to tell his parents about them, but Chris admits that he is struggling to and worries how his father will react. The real-life Ramsay Street romance between Neighbours stars Chris Milligan and Jenna Rosenow has taken an exciting new step with the couple announcing . Chris collapses due to complications from his surgery and is readmitted to hospital. Neighbours bosses have revealed which familiar faces from the soap's past will be returning to Ramsay Street alongside Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan. [4] The actor felt that the storyline had been handled in a realistic manner and said that it shows that coming out is a difficult thing to do. Pensioner has Holly and Phil roaring over key to happy relationship, Vine caller rants at Benefit Britain 'Time to get off backside!'. Im into my third year with Neighbours now. [22] Chris and Aidan's kiss marked the serial's first male gay kiss in its twenty-seven-year history. When he has trouble sleeping, Chris gets a prescription for sleeping pills. [51] Of the Chris and Scotty storyline, Melinda Houston from The Sun-Herald wrote "Good on Neighbours for not just having an ongoing gay character but using him to explore some interesting issues. Only, his is a lot more real in Neighbours. Lisa Loring, the original Wednesday Addams, dies aged 64, Pamela Anderson felt 'violated' by sex tape TV series, X Factor contestant Katie Waissel plans to sue Simon Cowell, Twitter post fuels debate over what 45-year-olds looked like in the '90s, Alan Carr set to replace David Walliams on Britain's Got Talent, Coronation Street and Love Actually actor Wyllie Longmore has died after cancer battle. 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. But on television that's usually the case". And I was one of those people to do that. Chris Milligan has played Kyle Canning on Neighbours since 2011, and in 2013 Jenna Rosenow joined the cast of the hit soap as Amber Turner. Chris is allowed leave from the hospital to attend Georgia and Kyle's wedding. While Terese and Kyle are. Visit our corporate site (opens in new tab). I think Ben Hall may leave this year too but it looks like Chris Milligan is sticking around but as poor as Richie Morris is I cant see him leaving this year. (Picture: Fremantle) After having supported Hendrix through his cancer scare, Kyle (Chris Milligan) is now facing his own. Its all really good. [19] Natasha urges Chris to "face his fears" and she decides to play matchmaker at a barbecue they are all attending. "The whole LA thing, going over there and doing that, I feel like I'm going to be better once I go back," Chris continued. I was looking at LA the wrong way. Andrew pressures Chris into allowing Sophie to sit on Summer's lap. Josh's mother, Terese (Rebekah Elmaloglou), offers Chris a job as a trainee manager at Lassiter's Hotel, which Nate persuades him to accept. Jennahas played Amber Turnerfor the last twoyears. [38], On 7 May 2022, Dan Seddon of Digital Spy reported that Mason was reprising his role for the show's final episodes to be broadcast later in the year.[39]. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. [29] Not long after the camp-out incident, Scotty lets his attraction to Chris get the better of him and he tries to kiss Chris. And from the most recent Neighbours era we will see Olympia Valance return as Paige Smith, Jodi Gordon is back Elly Conway, Zoe Cramond as Amy Williams, Kate Kendall as Lauren Turner and Olivia Junkeer as Yashvi Rebecchi. Digital Spy now has a newsletter sign up to get it sent straight to your inbox. In a heartbreaking confession, Kyle tells Toadie he wants to keep the diagnosis from his family until he knows more about the diagnosis. 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. Ive got roughly six months left and I think Ill move on, she explained.