Kylie: 'EastEnders has been like a dream' (VIDEO)

Kylie: 'EastEnders has been like a dream' (VIDEO) (Image credit: PA WIRE)

EastEnders actress Kylie Babbington talks to whatsontv.co.uk about what it was like joining the soap and what's in store for her and bad boy Darren. Speaking at this year's National Television Awards, Kylie said: "It's been a bit of a dream come true walking into EastEnders. "I've really enjoyed developing Jodie as a character - it's been an amazing year." Speaking about her upcoming engagement to Darren Miller (Charlie G Hawkins), Kylie said: "I love working with Charlie we always have a laugh, it's been great to see our relationship develop on screen. But when asked whether their relationship is going to be smooth sailing, Kylie said: "It's EastEnders! It's never going to be smooth sailing, but you'll have to stay tuned and see what happens". Watch Kylie talking at the National Television Awards:

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