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EastEnders stars axed from BBC show after 8 years amid massive overhaul

Two EastEnders stars have been axed from the BBC show after eight years amid a massive overhaul. Bernie Taylor and her cousin Felix Baker will be...

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Iconic EastEnders star lands new role 18 years after leaving the BBC soap

An EastEnders icon has landed a new role 18 after leaving the popular BBC soap opera. Shaun Williamson, who played the role of Barry Evans, will...

18.06.2025 10

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Alison Hammond issues stern response after son auditions for Love Island

This Morning's Alison Hammond has issued a stern response after his son's audition for Love Island. The 50-year-old presenter who made a name for...

17.06.2025 10

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Child star from Outnumbered 'secretly' marries long-term girlfriend

A child star from the hit BBC comedy series Outnumbered has "secretly" married his long-term girlfriend at a down-low ceremony. Tyger Drew Honey,...

17.06.2025 10

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Popular comedian 'signs up' for GBBO after 'quitting comedy' and divorce

Popular comedian 'signs up' for GBBO after 'quitting comedy' and divorce

Popular comedian Jon Richardson has reportedly "signed up" for the Great British Bake Off after "quitting comedy" and divorcing. He announced that...

16.06.2025 6

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Corrie star opens up about emergency A&E visit for 'dangerous' condition

Corrie star opens up about emergency A&E visit for 'dangerous' condition

A Coronation Street star has opened up about the time she was rushed to hospital for an urgent blood transfusion after struggling to breathe. ...

13.06.2025 9

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Coronation Street's Sue Cleaver lands new job just days after exiting the soap

Beloved Coronation Street star Sue Cleaver has landed a new job just days after exiting the ITV soap opera. The actress, who played the role...

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Where is EastEnders filmed and are you able to visit the BBC show's set?

EastEnders is well known for its iconic setting in the fictional London borough of Walford, which includes many familiar locations like Albert...

11.06.2025 5

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Coronation Street bosses urged to 'wake up' as show 'worst' it has been in years

Coronation Street bosses have been urged to "wake up" by fans, with many claiming the show is the "worst" it has been in years. The programme has...

10.06.2025 9

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Downton Abbey fans 'work out' finale's plot after spotting clue in first trailer

Fans of the beloved television and film franchise Downton Abbey have apparently worked out the plot for the finale after spotting a major clue in...

05.06.2025 8

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Brookside legend joins popular BBC drama and has already started filming

A Brookside legend has joined the ranks of a popular BBC drama and has already filmed his first scenes. Michael Starke, who played the role of...

05.06.2025 10

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EastEnders star confirms exit from BBC show to take on 'strange' new role

A beloved EastEnders star has confirmed her temporary exit from the BBC show for a "strange" new role. Michelle Collins, who plays Cindy...

04.06.2025 20

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Tracy Beaker star Dani Harmer reveals she nearly landed this iconic Emmerdale role

Tracy Beaker legend Dani Harmer has revealed she nearly landed an iconic role on the popular ITV soap opera Emmerdale. The role of Debbie Dingle was...

27.05.2025 7

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Emmerdale star quits show and their final scenes will be shown tonight

An Emmerdale star who first made their debut six years ago has quit the show, with their final scenes being aired tonight. Rachael Gill-Davis, who...

09.05.2025 7

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EastEnders fans blast bosses for 'running out of ideas' amid villain's return

EastEnders fans have blasted BBC bosses for having "run out of ideas" amid the return of a villain to the show. In shocking scenes last...

07.05.2025 7

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Martin Clunes announces death of Doc Martin co-star years after ITV show's end

Martin Clunes has announced the sad passing of a former Doc Martin co-star, only a couple of years after the beloved ITV show came to an end. The...

04.05.2025 9

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Gogglebox star opens up about horrifying health diagnosis without any cure

A Gogglebox star has opened up about a horrifying and frightening diagnosis she received from doctors after losing her vision while driving. Elaine...

03.05.2025 10

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EastEnders star becomes father and shares baby's adorable name

An EastEnders star has become a father for a second time and revealed the baby's adorable name with friends and fans. Amar Adatia, best known for...

30.04.2025 5

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Corrie child star speaks out after long absence from the popular ITV soap

A child star from Coronation Street has broken his silence after a long absence from the popular ITV soap. 13-year-old Jude Riordan, who plays the...

25.04.2025 4

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New Coronation Street star breaks silence after backlash to 'affair'

A Coronation Street star has broken their silence after fan backlash to an "affair" on the popular ITV soap opera. Jonathan Howard, who plays Carl...

23.04.2025 20

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EastEnders killer to make shock return and wreak havoc in Walford next week

A murderer who has terrorised Walford is to make a shock return to the BBC soap opera next week. New spoilers released by show bosses have hinted...

09.04.2025 9

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Beloved BBC presenter has hit travel show renewed for third series

Beloved BBC presenter Clive Myrie has had his hit travel show renewed for a third series. The BBC News At Ten and Mastermind host, who previously...

08.04.2025 10

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Call the Midwife legend surprises fans after landing new role on EastEnders

A popular Call the Midwife star has landed a new role on EastEnders, leaving fans of both shows stunned. Leonie Elliott, who starred as Nurse...

02.04.2025 7

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Hit Netflix show Adolescence to be available in all UK secondary schools

The hit Netflix show Adolesence is to be made available in all UK secondary schools through Film . The harrowing programme follows the story of a...

01.04.2025 20

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Dancing on Ice judge breaks silence on show's future amid 'lowest ratings ever'

Dancing on Ice judge Christopher Dean has broken his silence on the future of the ITV show amid reports of "low ratings". The star shared that he...

26.03.2025 8

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Celebrity Big Brother winner shares backstage 'feud' with Louis Walsh

Celebrity Big Brother winner David Potts has shared a backstage "feud" with former X Factor judge Louis Walsh. The English TV personality claimed...

25.03.2025 3

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Coronation Street star had 'secret' romance with co-star before splitting up

Coronation Street fans have been left shocked after discovering that a soap legend had a "secret" behind-the-scenes relationship with a co-star before...

25.03.2025 3

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Dancing on Ice judge breaks silence on show's future amid 'lowest ratings ever'

Dancing on Ice judge Christopher Dean has broken his silence on the future of the ITV show amid reports of "low ratings". The star shared that he...

25.03.2025 20

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Britain's Got Talent viewers slam ITV show for 'absolutely terrible' acts

ITV viewers have slammed the most recent episode of Britain's Got Talent for having some "absolutely terrible" acts. Saturday's (March 22) episode...

24.03.2025 8

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Everything you need to know about the Big Night of Musicals — how to watch

Theatre lovers across the country are in luck tonight as the BBC hosts the hotly anticipated Big Night of Musicals. The event, which is made...

23.03.2025 7

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Coronation Street fans left outraged as fan-favourite axed after 11 years

Coronation Street fans have been left outraged following the axing of a fan-favourite star from the ITV show after 11 years. Yasmeen Nazir, played...

13.03.2025 5

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How to watch the Dancing on Ice grand finale this weekend — when and where

The winner of Dancing on Ice 2025 will be announced this week with only hours to go before the finale. This year's series started in January and has...

09.03.2025 4

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Everything you need to know about A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story

A new series detailing the real-life story of Ruth Ellis, the last woman to be hanged in the UK, is coming to ITV this week. The four-part...

06.03.2025 7

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EastEnders fans beg for 'brilliant' character to make return 27 years after exit

EastEnders fans have called on a "brilliant" character to make a return to Albert Square 27 years after her last appearance. Viewers were eager for...

05.03.2025 6

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Why was Meghan Markle's new Netflix series delayed? All to know

With only hours to go before Meghan Markle's hotly anticipated Netflix series, many will be wondering why its release date was delayed. Originally,...

05.03.2025 3

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EastEnders icon reveals telltale signs that a character will be axed

An EastEnders icon has revealed the telltale signs that their character will be axed from the popular BBC soap opera. Cheryl Fergison, who...

25.02.2025 3

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Here is why Deal or No Deal is not on tonight — All you need to know

Viewers will be left confused tonight by the absence of the hugely popular ITV gameshow Deal or No Deal. The programme, which is fronted by Stephen...

20.02.2025 6

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Coronation Street legend to make comeback to ITV show for Sue Cleaver's exit

A Coronation Street legend will be making a return to the popular ITV soap opera to play a huge part in Sue Cleaver's exit. Katy Cavanagh (who...

18.02.2025 30

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Why this beloved Coronation Street star has quit the ITV show after 10 years

A beloved Coronation Street star has quit the ITV show 10 years after her first appearance. In last night's episode, Bethany Platt (played by Lucy...

12.02.2025 5

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Iconic X Factor contestant takes lead role in brand new BBC crime drama

An iconic boyband singer who made a name for himself on the X Factor is starring in a brand new BBC crime drama called Virdee. Staz Nair was part...

11.02.2025 4

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What is Celebrity Bear Hunt star Holly Willoughby's net worth? All to know

Popular Dancing On Ice presenter and former This Morning host Holly Willougby is set to star in a new Netflix programme called Celebrity Bear Hunt. ...

06.02.2025 10

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Families wanted for new series of Stacey Solomon's Sort Your Life on BBC

Producers are on the lookout for families eager to take part in the new series of Stacey Solomon's Sort Your Life Out. The programme sees cleaning...

06.02.2025 6

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Fan-favourite Coronation Street star to make return to beloved ITV soap opera

A fan-favourite Coronation Street star is to make a return to the beloved ITV soap opera. Matt Milburn, who is reprising the role of Tommy...

05.02.2025 4

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Dancing On Ice star quits ITV programme just hours before tonight's show

A Dancing On Ice star has announced they are quitting the ITV series just hours before tonight's show. Pro skater and former champion Vanessa Bauer...

03.02.2025 2

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Coronation Street icon diagnosed with cancer after discovering a lump

An iconic character on the hugely popular ITV soap opera Coronation Street has been told he has cancer. Kevin Webster (played by Michael Le Vell)...

28.01.2025 4

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Alan Carr reveals he's losing his sight and needs terrifying procedure

Beloved comedian Alan Carr has revealed he's losing his sight and needs a terrifying procedure. The presenter, who is also the star of Amanda &...

28.01.2025 10

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Brits threaten to boycott Netflix if this massive change is brought to the UK

British Netflix users have threatened to cancel their subscriptions if a massive change, which has already been implemented in the United States and...

28.01.2025 7

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Dragons' Den star tragically found dead as son leads tributes to 'kindest' man

Tributes have poured in after a Dragons' Den star was tragically found dead in a woodland area. Graeme Turner, who appeared on the show in 2010,...

26.01.2025 5

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Coronation Street boss quits show after 10 years amid cast 'exodus'

A Coronation Street boss has quit the soap opera and is heading for a rival programme amid a so-called "exodus" of cast members. Lee Rayner, who...

18.01.2025 4

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'Ridiculous': EastEnders fans slam 'lazy' and 'terrible' writing on the show

EastEnders fans have slammed the creators of the popular BBC soap opera for some of the "laziest" writing seen in recent years. Viewers took to an...

17.01.2025 6

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