Overview
- McFadden secured the 2025 National Television Awards Serial Drama Performance prize through a public vote.
- He prevailed over Eden Taylor-Draper, Jack P Shepherd, Sue Devaney and EastEnders co-star Jacqueline Jossa.
- The actor became visibly emotional on stage, embraced presenter Jessie Wallace, received a standing ovation and thanked voters and colleagues.
- His performance drew heightened praise this year for long-running work on EastEnders, including arcs addressing mental health and caring for a friend with dementia.
- EastEnders also won Best Serial Drama on the night, with Rudolph Walker accepting the award for the cast.