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“The Prince is an old soap star himself” Have you ever met a member of the royal family? Prince Charles once visited my school, and we were told that under no circumstances were we to greet him as “Your Majesty”; and that the correct form of deference is a nod of the head and “Your Royal Highness”. Unfortunately, I found myself in such a panic I did a sort of clumsy cursty and blurted: “Thank you for coming, Your Royal Highnesty.” My only hope is that it happens a lot. So, I have nothing but admiration for the cast of EastEnders who had to chat with Charles while staying in character. The Prince is a soap star already; having played himself in Corrie back in 2000. I hope he’s aiming…

Hi, Georgia! First up, the question on everyone’s lips: does Toyah really love Imran? Or does she just love the idea of this ready-made family? I think it’s both. Charlie and I had a lot of meetings with Iain [MacLeod], our producer, where we worked out exactly how we were going to pitch this, and what our characters’ motivations were. There is love between Toyah and Imran, and I don’t think you can switch that off. But is Toyah just steamrolling ahead to try to get to the endgame? Absolutely. I don’t think they would have had a shotgun wedding if Alfie wasn’t in the picture. What would be Toyah’s ideal outcome to this? For Toyah, some sort of shared custody would be the perfect outcome. She would still be…

It’s been confirmed that EastEnders favourite Danny Dyer, who plays Mick, is swapping the Square to host a new quiz show on Netflix. The star will co-host Cheat with comedian Ellie Taylor – where contestants can swindle their way to a fortune! “Expect enormous wins, slippery people – and loads of banter,” says Danny, who has also hosted The Wall on BBC One. He leaves Walford at the end of 2022.…

Pollard unearths a shocking secret about David this week – but his son begs him not to tell Victoria. It transpires that David has serious money struggles and is worried about how to keep his business afloat. He tells Pollard that the devastating impact of the pandemic has left the shop foundering, and he’s not sure how to keep it going. Worse still, David hasn’t confided any of this in his partner Victoria, despite their strong relationship… “Things are really bad – but Vic has no idea!” reveals our Dales spy. “David is too proud to be truthful with her, and he’s desperate to fix it without her ever finding out. He’s making a big mistake because it’ll be a hundred times worse if Vic finds out David lied to…

FAIR CITY Carol informs Ray he’s being set up to take the blame for Nora’s accident this week, while Pete warns Doug to hold his nerve! Elsewhere, Anto resorts to theft to solve his cash flow worries. And DI McCabe arrests Zak for the possession of stolen goods… RIVER CITY Alex misses Karen’s pregnancy scan this week, after Mulvaney falls ill in the street and Alex rushes to his aid. Meanwhile, Angus challenges anxious Bob to a boxing match… Plus, Nicole makes an attempt to reach out to Bernie! THE ARCHERS Brian and Jennifer look to mark 46 years of marriage this week – but with divorce on his mind, Brian considers how he can protect his assets… Elsewhere, an honest admission could come back to bite Roy! Finally, Chelsea…

STYLE ICON Harlow in Neighbours has recently been wearing a lovely cardigan – could you give me some UK alternatives? | Imogen I certainly can! Check out the ‘Super Soft Crop Cardigan in Light Blue’ from Hollister. Or the ‘Graphic Pattern Button Up Cardigan’ from Shein. There’s also the ‘Argyle Knitted Sweater Vintage Preppy Cardigan’ in Apricot from Amazon. DINGLE HISTORY In Emmerdale, Charity said she only found out she was pregnant with Noah when she was up on a charge for murder. Whose murder was it? | Linda, Reading Charity was charged with the murder of Chris Tate (Noah’s dad)! She didn’t kill him, though – vengeful Chris knew he had an inoperable brain tumour so framed Charity for murder, before committing suicide. Charity found out she was…

“The idea of Faith dying is terrible – I keep trying to invent new stories whereby she has an evil twin sister who lives in Australia, who comes back to haunt everyone in the village!” laughs Sally Dexter, aka Faith, as we chat with her about her character’s devastating cancer diagnosis. “I was as much in shock as Faith was when I first found out this was what her story would be…” It’s only been a few weeks since Faith was told that her cancer has returned, and this time, it’s incurable. As fate would have it, she had Moira by her side while the awful news was delivered – yet Faith has remained steadfast in her desire that nobody else should find out she’s dying. “Faith wants to have…

“Scott Maslen [Jack] is the funniest on set. His character is serious, but when they shout ‘cut’, Scott morphs into something else, he’s like the Joker! He has so much energy and doesn’t stop, even first thing in the morning. Scott is like a shot of caffeine, he warms you up for the day!” “Natalie Cassidy [Sonia] is extremely astute and one of the most sensible people. She doesn’t miss a thing about details and continuity in a scene, she is a stellar actor. She and I both went to the same theatre school when we were kids, Anna Scher. Nat grew up in the business and learnt from legends like Wendy Richard [Pauline], and now she’s a legend herself. A young legend!” “Diane Parish [Denise] is the best person…

Before tuning in for this brand-new episode, there’s a chance to head back in time through Midsomer’s murderous history, as a special documentary celebrates a quarter-century of the much-loved rural crime drama. Residents of the fictional picturesque English county have been popping their clogs in crazy fashion since 1997, in episodes that have featured an array of famous faces over 23 series. Not least, the actors starring as the detectives tasked with unveiling the killers – the first and most infamous being DCI Tom Barnaby (cousin of current crime-fighting incumbent John), played by John Nettles from the drama’s debut episode until 2011. John and other stars of the show, including Annette Badland (Pathologist Fleur Perkins), Jane Wymark (Joyce Barnaby) and one-time guest star Tamzin Outhwaite play homage to Midsomer as…

EMMERDALE WILL KIM DISCOVER WHAT HE’S BEEN HIDING? The wrong side of Kim Tate is not a place anyone wants to be. Yet her fiancé Will has been playing a dangerous game ever since he discovered that her son Jamie might still be alive. Rather than telling Kim what he knows straight away – like any sensible soul would do – silly Will has opted to keep the truth to himself while he investigates further. But next week, the situation takes a turn, forcing desperate Will to cover his tracks… EASTENDERS Mother’s intuition Kathy reaches the end of her tether with son Ben next week, as he continues to hide his ordeal from everyone. Will she realise that something is seriously wrong? HOLLYOAKS Adventures in Mallorca… NEIGHBOURS Mackenzie’s big…

Chas becomes convinced that Moira is having an affair this week – and accuses her of betraying Cain with his son Nate again! It’s after Chas walks in on half-naked Nate, casually chatting with Moira, that she jumps to the worst possible conclusion. Later in the week, Chas believes she’s uncovered more proof of their fling – yet what she doesn’t realise is that the secret Moira’s hiding is something much more heartbreaking… “Faith’s actually at Moira’s recovering from her chemo session, and Chas somehow gets completely the wrong idea,” reveals actress Sally Dexter, who plays Faith. “She misunderstands, and reckons that something is going on between Moira and Nate. So Faith has to think very quickly on her feet to throw her off the scent. And she does!” While…

Corrie couple Cathy and Brian will go their separate ways following the news that Melanie Hill – who plays Cathy – is bowing out of  the soap. So, will the pair part on good terms? Or is heartbreak on the horizon? “Corrie has written some really nice stuff for Peter [Gunn, who plays Brian] and I,” shares Melanie, who has played Cathy for seven years. “It’s pretty emotional. The story shows two middle-aged people who really do care about each other, but it’s not quite working out. I think it’s really realistic. “I won’t say where Cathy goes, but she’s only going to be a stone’s throw away from Weatherfield,” adds the actress. “Her nephew Alex and of course Brian will still be on the cobbles, so the door is…

Here’s your first look at the new troublemaker on the block in Hollyoaks! Star Olly Rhodes is joining as hot-headed Joseph – the estranged boyfriend of Scott’s foster daughter, Vicky. “Joseph initially tracks down Vicky in the hope of cementing their reunion,” explains our Chester spy. “He’s set to cause chaos in an upcoming and harrowing issue storyline – but first, Joseph’s explosive nature is introduced to viewers, after unfounded jealousy starts him off on the wrong foot with one of the village’s beloved teens…”…

Suki receives an intriguing letter this week – but hides it the minute Vinny and Dotty walk in. It’s pretty obvious that the contents of the letter have rattled Suki, and she quickly changes the subject to talk about her daughter Ash’s upcoming 30th birthday. Later on, however, she seeks out Eve for some legal advice. Whatever’s on Suki’s mind quickly disappears, though, once Ash makes a sudden return. As mum and daughter reunite, will Suki reveal what exactly she’s hiding?…

Tom and Shaq are persuaded to get involved in James’ high-stakes investment scheme this week – but will their big gamble pay off? Shaq’s desperate to get some extra cash together to give Nadira the wedding of her dreams, so when James breaks the news that the money has been lost, the groom-to-be is heartbroken. But not as much as Tom, who reveals that he invested far more than he could actually afford! Is James’ gambling addiction set to cost his neighbours?…

It’s been one heck of a year for Kevin Webster, even by his dramatic standards! Marriage to human whirlwind Abi has thrown his entire world into chaos, and this week he gives her his full support as she tries to flee the country with Alfie. With Corrie star Michael Le Vell approaching his 40th year on the show, we catch him in a reflective mood as he lifts the lid about what’s going on – and tells us how much he still enjoys life at the heart of the action… Hi Michael! It’s been a big year for Kev, and it looks as though it’ll only get more dramatic. Does he regret getting involved with Abi? You know what? Not at all! I think she’s brought out a different dimension…

While we’re terribly sad to know that we might not have much more time left with Faith, we’re hoping that she’ll make the most of her final months by getting up to all kinds of hijinks! And when we ask Sally what she thinks might be on Faith’s ‘bucketlist’, she’s quick to come up with a fitting idea for her character… “I think she would like to pose for some kind of Gok Wan-style, ‘You look fabulous naked’ sort of picture!” she laughs. “She wants to live her life for as long as she can, as vibrantly as she can. That’s why she doesn’t want people to know what she’s going through, or to change how people are towards her.”…

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BULLSEYE! To think, Janine was once the teen maneater who stole the virginity of Sonia’s true love, Jamie Mitchell. Yet here they are, two decades on, swapping catty remarks with a side order of wisdom like the Pat and Pauline of 2022. It’s a vital friendship that EastEnders should nurture if Janine is to enjoy longevity as Walford’s best bad girl; while bringing out Sonia’s sassier self! Let’s get this straight: Will wants to pay a private detective to track down Jamie, who faked his own death, just so he can tell him never to show his face in Emmerdale again. Okay then! Meanwhile, if there really is a mysterious figure haunting the woods, forget Jamie Tate – we want Joe. EastEnders should bring back Dotty’s chaotic mum, Sandy. There’s…

CAIN! There was a time when Cain was the other man, not the dutiful husband. Moira was wed to childhood sweetheart John when she first fell into bed with the Dingle, leading to a spark that would burn bright for many years. JAMES! Emmerdale viewers were shocked to learn that Moira had a fling with James Barton back in the day – and that he was the biological dad of Adam, not her husband John as she’d led everyone to believe! PETE! Not content with bedding James, Moira also shared a moment of passion with his son, Pete! It turned out they’d shared more than just a kiss – and at one point, Moira even thought Pete might be the father of her youngest son, Isaac. NATE! Cain was devastated…

There is little we don’t know about Amy’s reformed drug dealer boyfriend Jacob in Corrie – yet cobbles star Jack James Ryan has an extraordinary story to tell. The 26-year-old actor has spoken out about a shocking testicular cancer diagnosis at the relatively tender age of 19, and explains that he was really lucky to catch the illness in its early stages after finding a lump… “My sister [Rebecca Ryan, who recently played bunny boiler Lydia in Corrie] had a friend round, and I screamed, ‘Rebecca! Rebecca!’” explains Jack. “She came running up the stairs, and I told her that her friend had to go. Then Rebecca came back with my mum, and I told them what I’d found. “I was really lucky,” adds Jack. “The doctors said that I’d…

WHITNEY They made a good team when helping to bring down gruesome Gray, though is bonding over a mutual hatred of a serial killer really a solid basis for romance? LINDA Kheerat’s short-lived fling with Sharon showed that he has a type: quivery-lipped landladies who possess truckloads of emotional baggage and amazing hair. Could he help her move on from Mick? SAM Well-dressed, ruthless when they need to be, comes from a formidable family, over-bearing mother… These two obviously have heaps in common. SONIA She’s a dedicated nurse and one of the few morally sound people in Walford. But whoever Kheerat brings home for tea, mum Suki won’t approve – nobody will ever be good enough for her boy!…

THE VILLAGE STALKER Twisted Noah was finally caught out in Emmerdale for his terrifying behaviour towards Chloe. Our readers had a lot to say about the situation, with everyone condemning the youngster… Thank god Noah’s been outed for his horrifying behaviour. He has to be stopped and taught a lesson. Plus, we need to talk about Chloe – what a terrifying ordeal she’s been through. Chloe’s going to struggle to trust anyone after realising she’s been spied on this whole time. | Allie I would say I’m surprised by Noah’s actions because he was such a sweet kid! But just look at who his role models are. There’s Charity and Cain – not to mention his father is Chris Tate! It wasn’t going to be long before Noah started going…

No long-time Corrie fan can think of Kevin Webster without picturing his moustache. For much of the 80s, Kev’s facial hair was his trademark, and it was popular with both the ladies and gentlemen… “When I had it, I went to every gay club from Land’s End to John O’Groats,” laughs Michael. “But after I shaved it off, the bookings stopped!!” Lest we forget, Kevin was considered quite the dish as he strode around the cobbles in his manly overalls and resplendent ’tache. And Michael admits that he’s been lobbying for his lip-warmer to make its own comeback. “I asked our executive producer Ian MacLeod if we could bring [Kevin’s ’tache] back for Movember a couple of years ago, but apparently we can’t,” he laments.…

She has the skills, the style, and zero shame – and now Walford’s very own influencer, Kim Fox, is spreading her message across the internet in a digital spin-off that will change your life. Well, according to her, anyway! The Kimfluencer is EastEnders’ new online series that gives the one and only Ms Fox a platform to interact with her followers – sorry, Cubbies – as she tries to become the next social media sensation, expanding the snatches we’ve seen of her attempted livestreams to entire instalments ready to be enjoyed. Prepare for the full digital diva to be unleashed onto your devices! “Art is imitating life, and life is imitating art!” chuckles EastEnders favourite Tameka Empson, as she joins us for a chinwag about her character’s latest venture. “The…

Nadira puts the brakes on her wedding planning this week – though will she finally come clean to Shaq about her feelings for Juliet? Despite the fact that Nadira is engaged to Shaq, her growing connection with Juliet has left her plagued with guilt. Yet while Nadira is having doubts about her nuptials, Ashling O’Shea – who plays her – tells us she’d love to be a Hollyoaks bride… “Oh, my God, who wouldn’t want a soap wedding?” exclaims the star. “I would love that, and I’d be so intrigued by the drama. I don’t think there’s any soap actor who wouldn’t want to play that out.” To make matters worse for Nadira, her dad arrives in the village this week and learns about her engagement to Shaq. “Nadira doesn’t…

“IT’S NICE TO PLAY SOMEONE WHO ISN’T WISHY-WASHY” JESSICA The murderers of Midsomer county strike again in grisly fashion this week, as DCI John Barnaby (Neil Dudgeon) and his loyal sidekick DS Jamie Winter (Nick Hendrix) are called upon to investigate after bodies begin appearing on poles in the midst of Little Upton’s annual Midsomer Scarecrow Festival. This brand-new mystery, which guest-stars the likes of Jacqueline Boatswain and Simon Shepherd, also features Jessica Ellerby as journalist Caitlin Dawson – an old flame of DS Winter. And Jessica happens to be married to Nick Hendrix, who plays Winter, in real life… Hello, Jessica! Please tell us about Caitlin… She’s a journalist, and very straightforward and no-nonsense. She doesn’t suffer fools. It’s fair to say she goes above and beyond for her…

John Wyndham’s chilling 1957 sci-fi novel gets a modern-day reimagining in this new series, starring Keeley Hawes as family psychotherapist Dr Susannah Zellaby, and Max Beesley as police officer DCI Paul Haynes. After the fictional English commuter town of Midwich is hit by a mysterious blackout, every woman of child-bearing age within the affected zone finds themselves inexplicably pregnant. As news of this strange occurrence spreads, it’s up to Susannah to support those affected – one of whom is her own daughter, Cassie… “When we first meet them, Cassie has been struggling with mental health issues and has moved back home,” explains Keeley. “Susannah has a troubled relationship with her daughter, and feels shame about a past incident. She carries a lot of baggage.” Meanwhile, Paul is tasked with keeping…

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