Índex per 20 - 2016 a Inside Soap UK

Oh, I do love a big, epic soap week where you know every episode is going to bring you several thrills and at least a couple of spills. So I’m very excited about Corrie this week. Not only is Carla Connor – the best cobbles character of the last two decades – making her explosive exit, but that body that’s been festering under Gail’s annexe is set to fester no more! Show bosses have kept a lot of the twists and turns of the week under wraps, so even we here at Inside Soap don’t know what’s going to happen. I’ll be glued to the sofa every night this week as the big drama unfolds! And Corrie isn’t the only show delivering the goods. EastEnders’ biggest secret may be about…

“ THE PRESSURE IS GETTING TO DAVID-HECOULD GO TO PRISON FOR MURDER ” The dreaded moment Kylie, David and Sarah hoped they’d never see arrives this week – as Callum Logan’s rotting corpse is found under the floor of Gail’s granny flat! The street is swarming with police after their awful secret is unearthed in dramatic fashion, leaving the Platts with a lot of explaining to do. Are their sins about to catch up with them? “Put it this way – it’s going to be one hell of a summer!” grins actor Jack P Shepherd, who plays dastardly David. “The body could have stayed hidden for years, but the big drama happens once it’s been dug up. The story becomes all about who’s going to get the blame, and who’s…

SNEAK PREVIEW! Brace yourselves for devastating scenes in Home and Away , as Maddy Osborne has to have her arm amputated! She’ll sustain horrendous injuries during the upcoming explosion at the caravan park, leaving doctors with no choice but to perform life-saving surgery… “It’s a necessary procedure that is going to have some heartbreaking ramifications for Maddy,” whispers our Summer Bay source. “She’s set to feel increasingly insecure, and will even question whether boyfriend Matt wants to be with her.” Maddy’s struggle will result in her fleeing the Bay – however, disaster strikes when she ends up contracting a very serious infection. Will anyone come to her rescue before it’s too late? Actress Kassandra Clementi, who plays Maddy, was recently spotted filming scenes where she’s sporting a…

The one person who we haven’t managed to spot among Peggy’s funeral congregation is her other son Grant. This could be the result of actor Ross Kemp’s filming schedule for his Extreme World series, which sees the star jetting off all over the globe. However, Inside Soap can confirm that this definitely isn’t the last we’ve seen of Grant in Walford. He’ll be back for another explosive storyline later this year… “Word on the street is that Grant’s secret son is also going to turn up in Albert Square,” whispers our spy. “EastEnders bosses are keeping this plot under lock and key, so it’s bound to be massive.” The child in question is of course Mark Junior, who was the result of Grant’s infamous one-night stand…

FAIR CITY Oisin intensifies his campaign against Jane this week – and she’s terrified when she finds him in her apartment! Oisin plays it cool in the Garda station, but Deegan wonders whether he could be linked to Katy’s disappearance. Elsewhere, Kerri-Ann realises Decco is going to ask her to marry him, and Sash is impressed when Laura stands up to Dan… RIVER CITY Eileen turns to Kelly-Marie to help her take revenge on Lenny this week, and Kelly-Marie opens up about Lenny’s part in Billy’s death. However, Eileen doesn’t realise Lenny has kidnapped Brian! Meanwhile, Angel sets Angus up on a blind date with Cassie – but how will he respond to her surprising offer? Also, Alasdair comes clean about his living arrangements… THE ARCHERS Jolene is keen to…

MICHAEL STARKE Michael won a legion of fans as loveable Thomas ‘Sinbad’ Sweeney – especially when he fell for battered wife Mandy Jordache. He played a good guy again as single dad Jerry Morton in Corrie, but the Morton clan were axed after just a year. ALEX FLETCHER For 13 years, Alex played down-to-earth Jacqui Dixon, who ended up marrying her rich neighbour Max. In 2010, she arrived in Hollyoaks as Diane O’Connor – who ended up marrying her rich neighbour Tony Hutchinson! GABRIELLE GLAISTER Career woman Patricia Farnham endured years of heartbreak courtesy of cheating hubby Max, and eventually left Brookside to start a new life in France. Gabrielle later turned up on the Street to play flighty Debs Brownlow, the naughty sister of Rovers landlady Natalie Barnes. NICOLA…

EastEnders saw off competition from Corrie, Emmerdale and Holby City to win the Soap And Continuing Drama gong at the Baftas - and stars Adam Woodyatt (Ian) and Laurie Brett (Jane) couldn’t have been more chuffed! They were joined by Dominic Treadwell-Collins, who’s just bowed out of the show as executive producer and was thrilled with the prestigious leaving gift. Also present were Emmerdale’s Danny Miller (Aaron) and Elizabeth Estensen (Diane), along with Corrie’s Samia Ghadie (Maria), Jennie McAlpine (Fiz) and Kate Ford (Tracy) - who all looked effortlessly glam. Bravo, ladies! ALL SMILES! It was a very busy week for Emmerdale’s Danny Miller (Aaron) – not only did he attend the Baftas, he also pulled out all the stops to arrange the glitzy annual Once Upon A Smile Grand…

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If Bobby is exposed as Lucy’s murderer, what does the future hold for the people involved in the killer cover-up? Ian and Jane are in it up to their necks as far as perverting the course of justice goes, plus Kathy, Phil and Sharon all know the truth as well. And the murder became an international conspiracy when Peter Beale and his girlfriend Lauren took the secret with them to New Zealand! Speaking of Lauren, she’s due back in Walford soon. Her dad Max is currrently in jail for Lucy’s murder – but could this week’s dramatic events lead to his release?…

KYLIE She has blood on her hands and guilt written all over her face. It’s no secret that Callum’s killer is leaving the cobbles, so will Kylie face justice for her crime? DAVID He’s involved in this conspiracy up to his neck, and has been clear in his hatred for Callum. But does David still have a few tricks left up his sleeve? SARAH Traumatised Sarah is a loose cannon, and has come close to confessing the truth on a few occasions. If she should accidentally incriminate herself, will she be too frail to mount a decent defence? TONY Jason’s late father vandalised and torched Callum’s car on the night he died, and it was Tony’s wrench that Kylie used to strike the fatal blow. Could the police decide a…

“ THIS IS A WAY FOR LIV TO PURGE EVERYTHING THAT GORDON LEFT BEHIND ” Lonely Liv is really struggling to make friends this week – and tries to attract the attention of her classmates by stealing booze and throwing a party at her dad Gordon’s old house! What will Aaron have to say about her antics? The troubled teen’s life has been turned upside down since she learned of the sexual abuse her father inflicted on Aaron. Reconnecting with her older half-brother marked the beginning of a fresh start for Liv – but while she’s delighted to be living with Aaron in the village, she’s finding it very difficult to fit in… “It’s never easy being the new girl at school, but imagine having all eyes on you when…

The character of Dermot has raised an important question, with speculation mounting over his true identity. Tall, dark and handsome, the strapping fella looks to be the right age for the son Kat is trying to locate… “There is every chance Dermot could be Zoe Slater’s lost twin brother,” reckons our mole. “And his reunion with Kat could hardly be more dramatic than if he is the one who drags her from the water and saves her life!” However, nothing is certain – and for all we know, the character plays another part in the mystery set to unfold in the village of Redwater. He may even be the reason Kat ends up in the water to begin with! We’ll bring you more on this story as it unfolds.…

Grieving Terese finally has something to smile about this week, as romance blossoms between her and handsome new arrival Walter! It’s been a terrible few weeks for Terese, following the tragic demise of her son Josh and the arrest of her former love interest Paul for causing his death. Her new friend Walter is a welcome distraction from her worries – but can he be trusted? “Walter is attractive and funny, and a nice diversion from all the stuff Terese has had to go through,” explains Rebekah Elmaloglou, who plays her. “They’re both battling the booze, so they meet at an AA meeting and there’s an instant connection. However, by this stage Sonya has found out more about Walter, and she’s concerned that his intentions may not be entirely honourable…”…

Dylan’s feud with Brian is reignited this week, after his dysfunctional dad screws up yet again and heads to the ED for treatment. However, Brian is not alone when he arrives at the hospital – he has his baby daughter Rihanna with him! It’s Dylan’s first meeting with his half-sister, but the moment is overshadowed when their father suddenly collapses – and Dylan tells him that he has chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Meanwhile, Brian is keen for his son to be Rihanna’s godfather… but when Dylan catches his father smoking despite his diagnosis, will he wash his hands of his family for good? Also this week… Connie is green with envy as old friends Jacob and Elle reconnect, and Big Mac struggles with his addiction.…

HERONE TRUE love In 2008, Carla and brother-in-law Liam finally gave in to their passion, just as she was preparing to marry Tony… “Carla had been with Liam’s brother Paul her whole life, so it was a big crossover for her to realise she loved Liam,” admits Alison. “When they at last got together, it was such an explosive moment – everyone had been waiting for it!” THE terror OF TONY! Carla’s ex Tony Gordon took her and Hayley Cropper hostage in 2010. But the pair fought for their lives, and Tony went up in flames! “It was the first time Julie Hesmondhalgh [Hayley] and I had worked together for weeks on end, which was great,” says Alison. “It was so challenging to film, but looking back you appreciate how…

It’s not often we get to see the Aussie stars dressed up to the nines, but when the TV Week Logie Awards come round, there’s no stopping them! Turning heads as she made her way down the red carpet at Melbourne’s Palladium at Crown was Neighbours beauty Olympia Valance (Paige) in a figure-hugging, deep-plunging lace gown - and giving Olympia a run for her money in the style stakes was co- Bonner (Steph), whose svelte cutout dress was a sensation on her first red carpet appearance in six years. Joining them were stars of their Aussie stablemate Home and Away-Georgie Parker (Roo), Lynne McGranger (Irene) and Emily Symons (Marilyn). How amazing does Emily look? She gave birth to her first child just nine months ago!…

It’s been six years since The Bill was axed, but the long-running police drama is actually in higher demand than ever before. Devoted fans of the series are currently flocking to the streaming service UKTV Play to get their Sun Hill fix, with the show regularly topping the site’s ‘most-watched’ list. So it begs the question: Isn’t it about time that TV bosses revived The Bill for another shift on the beat? “The fact that UKTV Play are choosing to rerun it says a lot,” argues actor Eric Richard, who played Sun Hill stalwart Sgt Bob Cryer. “If someone thinks, ‘Well hang on, another channel is making money out of this, why don’t we just start making The Bill again?’ then it could fly. No one…

“It’s always a little tough to wash this guy right out of your hair” It’s been nearly four years since we last checked in with Detective Kurt Wallander, but he’s back on our screens this week with the first of three new films. It’s both good and bad news for Wallander fans, though, as this will be the final series – and star Kenneth Branagh says that, after playing the character since 2008, it hasn’t been easy to let him go. “It’s always a little tough to wash this guy right out of your hair,” admits Kenneth. “Something about going to Ystad [where Wallander is filmed] always felt like a big journey and I made good friends there, so there was something unusual about leaving. When…

COP COMMENDATION Police corruption drama Line Of Duty is set for the big time after its successful third series. The fourth run of the show will see it move to BBC1, and series five has already been commissioned. OVEN WAR Another 20 stars will be cooking for judges John and Gregg in the Celebrity MasterChef kitchen this summer. They include singers Jimmy Osmond and Sinitta, plus EastEnders stars Laila Morse (Mo) and Sid Owen (Ricky). FINDING FAMILY If you’re looking to be reunited with an estranged family member, or trying to trace one that you’ve never even met, the makers of a new TV show would love to hear your story. Contact Boundless.Development@boundlessproductions.tv for info.…

SIGNALLING SUPPORT It was brilliant to see both Coronation Street and Emmerdale support Deaf Awareness Week, with characters signing in the Rovers and Bob’s café. Sign language is such a good tool to learn, and makes a big difference to those who use it. I hope it encourages more people to learn the language. Marc, Dundee DRESS TO DISTRESS Instead of torturing themselves about who could be the person blackmailing Les, why don’t Les and Pam simply go to the police? In this hi-tech day and age, it shouldn’t take them too long to trace the culprit. Lesley, Walsall The problem is that Pam is too ashamed of Les’ cross-dressing. If she just got over herself, they would be fine! THE BIG FIBBER Emma Barton will cry wolf one too…

VIOLET REACTION Are you watching In The Club? How do I recognise the actress who plays the mum of one of the kids that Jill Halfpenny’s character is currently looking after? Myra, Glasgow Lucy is played by Jenny Platt, who used to be Rovers barmaid Violet Wilson. Violet had a son with Sean, before running away to London with Jamie Baldwin. KING SIGHS I enjoyed (if that’s the word) Edna’s funeral in Emmerdale. It was a great tribute to the character. But why was Jimmy so upset about her death? Michaela, via email Edna was office manager at King & Sons, back when Jimmy’s dad and brothers were still alive. They became unlikely friends – and for Jimmy, Edna was always a reminder of his lost family. PROUD PEACOCKS In…

As well as the perfect nuptials, Grace wants the perfect hen do – but Esther nearly ruins it when she plans a tea party rather than a night on the town! Luckily, Trevor is on hand to save the day, and brings in famed strippers the Dreamboys to help Grace celebrate her last night of freedom. As you might imagine, Tamara didn’t object to having the lads on set… “I’m not going to lie, it was nice,” giggles the star. “For a second, I forgot that it wasn’t my real hen night. The guys were lovely and easy on the eye, so the only bad thing was Grace’s outfit – it’s revolting! I couldn’t believe some people thought it was her wedding dress. She’s not that bad!”…

Concerned Sharon does all she can to help Phil cope without his beloved mum this week, recruiting Shirley to help her pack away Peggy’s belongings. Being the wife of Phil Mitchell has not been easy going for Sharon, with the couple having had a tempestuous relationship from the get-go. But although there was a time where it looked as if the end of their marriage might spell the end of Sharon’s dealings with the clan, she refuses to turn her back on those she calls her family, in spite of everything. Every one of the Mitchells is inconsolable following Peggy’s death, and Sharon immediately steps up to support them as they deal with their grief. But although she’s keen to lend a hand in any way she can, devastated Phil…

Cathy leaves Roy stunned when she asks him to marry her this week! But is he ready to make her the new Mrs Cropper – or is it still too soon after losing his beloved Hayley? Roy was utterly heartbroken after Hayley passed away in 2014, but the grief-stricken widower eventually found the strength to move on and find new love with Cathy. However, his late wife is rarely far from his thoughts – and Roy recently became so upset on Hayley’s birthday that it looked as if it might mean the end for his relationship with Cathy! But after his close friend Carla encouraged him to try making amends with his doting partner, Roy went on to embrace his new family, and has even gone as far as learning…

Jimmi is given cause for concern about Mrs Tembe this week, after he visits her at home for dinner. She’s supportive when he opens up about Howard’s death – and Jimmi returns the kindness by suggesting Mrs Tembe should beware of taking on too much in her role as The Mill’s new boss. He’s further worried to realise how much of a nightmare her noisy neighbours are – though Mrs Tembe insists she can take challenges at work and home in her stride. Can she manage to keep her emotions in check much longer? Also this week… Heston joins Ruhma in celebrating Ramadan.…

It looks as if Scott’s relationship could be on the rocks this week, as cunning-but-charming James gets his claws into John Paul! Scott has fallen head over heels for John Paul, and even popped the question recently. But although it’s still early days for the couple, Scott is already keeping a massive secret from his boyfriend – he knows that Sally is JP’s biological father. Hiding his guilt, Scott organises a fairy-light surprise for his man at The Folly – but John Paul later bumps into lawyer James, who turns on the charm and convinces the teacher to spend the day with him. Scheming James proved a threat to Ste and Harry’s relationship when he lured Harry into his bed, and certainly doesn’t give up when he sees something he…

“I CAN’T WAIT TO SPEND MORE TIME WITH MY DAUGHTER” For almost a decade, Carla Connor has been Coronation Street. There have been other big stories, but no character has so consistently been at the heart of the action. Carla is the modern Elsie Tanner, a soul consumed by passionate, tempestuous love affairs; a 21st-century Bet Lynch, a self-made woman who’s running her business in a man’s world; and our answer to Ena Sharples, armed with a tongue so ferocious only fools cross her. But the gift of such a character comes at a cost for the actor walking in their shoes. Which is why Street star Alison King has decided it’s time to slip off Carla’s heels and give herself a well-deserved rest… “I’m a broken woman today!” laughs…

1 “Anna Passey [Sienna] is fantastic, and she’s renowned for being a constant professional. It makes the job easier when you’re working with someone so committed to what we’re doing. And she’s very sweet, as well!” 2 “Seph [Persephone Swales-Dawson, aka Nico] is like my surrogate daughter. She’s a joy to work with and I go into dad mode every time I’m with her. We’ve had good times hanging out, so it was emotional saying goodbye.” 3 “Ben and Trevor may be enemies on screen – but in reality, Greg [Wood] and I get on like a house on fire! We’re always cracking jokes and doing impressions – it’s great fun. He’s a top bloke and I’m looking forward to catching up with him over a beer!” 4 “I’ve built…

What’s your favourite thing about being in Emmerdale ? …asks Cara, via email For me, it’s waking up in the morning feeling like I can’t wait to go to work. Or the fact that on Sunday night, while some might be dreading the Monday morning blues or whatever, I honestly don’t get that with my job. I don’t think you can beat it. I feel very lucky! What’s the funniest thing that’s happened while acting with animals in the vets’? …asks Ruth from Purley It was late last year, and I was doing a scene with Zoe Henry [Rhona] where I had to put a French bulldog on the table. She was beautiful, and while she hadn’t long had puppies, she seemed absolutely fine about being there.…

ERIC IS STILL IN TOUCH WITH HIS FORMER CO-STARS… The Sun Hill sleuths always stuck together through good times and bad – and real friendships were born… “Coincidentally, I recently spent an afternoon with Trudie Goodwin, who played Sgt June Ackland,” Eric tells us. “I also still speak to Mark Wingett [DS Jim Carver], Andy Paul [PC Dave Quinnan] and Chris Ellison [DCI Frank Burnside], whom I consider really good friends. It’s the result of us all working on a wonderful show together.”…

ONE OF THE THINGS WE’RE ENJOYING most about the second series of In The Club is its honesty. We can appreciate the real-world experience behind these characters as they deal with the fearsome responsibility of having children, whether they’re worrying about not being good enough parents, or starting to feel like they can’t even remember the people they were before they had kids to worry about. Creator Kay Mellor has always had a knack for writing characters who feel lived-in, and she’s backed up here by a strong cast who make the women at the core of the tale engaging and sympathetic, even at the very worst of times.…

“WE HAD A FABULOUS COOK WHO MADE ALL OUR GAME PIES - WHICH WE REALISED MID-RUN WERE EDIBLE!” Liza Tarbuck found the prop food on Upstart Crow was good enough to eat “I’VE DONE MORE DRAMA THAN I HAVE COMEDY. MAYBE OTHER PEOPLE HAVE FOUND MY WORK LAUGHABLE.” Sue Johnston, star of Sky1’s Rovers, isn’t sure why she’s known as a comedy queen “I THINK ALL THE GOOD TASTE IN THEIR HOUSE IS GRACE’S, AND ALL THE SHINY, HORRIBLE STUFF IS TOMMY’S.” Cillian Murphy doesn’t think much of his Peaky Blinders’ character’s taste in interior design “WE SAID NO TO VERY LITTLE - I THINK MAYBE WE SHOULD START SAYING NO TO STUFF!” No task was too embarrassing for Melvin Odoom when filming challenges for Bang On The Money…

Peggy’s return episode was so weird! Hardly anyone spoke. There was just lots of long silences. Did the script writer only get paid half? It was very sad, though, especially when Peggy received her latest diagnosis, and you saw the tears form in her eyes. Lucy, via email I think it’s a terrible choice by the BBC to kill off Peggy Mitchell. Especially this year of all years, when we have lost so many famous faces to cancer. Victoria Wood, David Bowie, Alan Rickman – the list goes on and on. And yes I know that Peggy is a fictional character, but she’s still been a familiar face on our screens for many years. Why can’t she have a happy exit? Why do we have to be reminded again of…

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BULLSEYE! Top marks to new Dales diva Belle, who totally owns anyone who dares to cross her. In a week of great put-downs, her crowning glory was when Cain accused her secret boyfriend of being a “dirty old man chasing a teenager” – only for Belle to remind Cain of that time he knocked up 16-year-old Amy Wyatt. Touché! Aw! Amy’s new pet bunny Hercules is such a cutie! A tenner says he ends up stewing at gas mark four as part of Ronnie’s stalker plot. We’re thoroughly enjoying Corrie’s shameless efforts to make the most of soon-to-depart Jason while they can. It must be in Aaron’s contract that he cry in every episode. It doesn’t matter how happy he is, at some point he’s going to bawl. We insist……