EastEnders reveals newcomer Felix Baker’s drag queen persona Tara Misu
As part of the brand new clan around Mitch (Roger Griffiths), Felix will arrive with brother Finlay (Ashley Byam) and dad Avery (Omar Lye-Fook, MBE).
And before long, we will meet his glam persona Tara Misu. Actor Matthew enthused: ‘I am blessed to have the opportunity to step into the heels of the fierce Tara Misu as part of my role on EastEnders. ‘It’s a privilege to represent the LGBTQIA+ community and to showcase the creative art of drag to both viewers at home and the residents of Walford.’The announcement comes at the end of Pride Month.
A new video on the soap’s social media channel shows Matthew meeting RuPaul Drag Race UK’s Vinegar Strokes as they discuss what will make Tara Misu shine as a drag queen.
She gives all of her best tips including how to build confidence, how to master her walk and why leaving the house without a nail is a no go!Matthew also chats with Natalie Cassidy, best know as Sonia Fowler, about joining EastEnders.
