Table of contents for 15 - 2016 in Inside Soap UK

“BELLE SEES THAT HER OWN AFFAIR MAKES HER NO DIFFERENT FROM JOANIE” Furious Joanie slaps Belle across the face at the factory this week – as she finds out that Belle stole her engagement ring! Relations between the pair hit an all-time low when Joanie fails to control her anger, and Zak witnesses the violent moment between his fiancée and his daughter. While Belle is clearly in the wrong, Joanie’s slap only serves to deepen the hatred Belle feels for her dad’s new love – especially as Joanie has just humiliated her in front of the entire workforce… “Belle despises Joanie!” says Eden Taylor-Draper, who plays Belle. “Joanie’s the worst woman in the world as far as Belle is concerned, which is fair enough. Belle gets up to some nasty…

“BILLY TRIES TO GET THROUGH TO SARAH, BUT I DONT THINK SHE CAN HEAR IT” There’s drama at little Harry Platt’s christening this week, as frazzled mum Sarah exits the church, leaving her baby behind! Weighed down by the terrible secret that Harry’s dad Callum was killed by Kylie, Sarah is in emotional turmoil as her baby’s big day arrives. Kylie can see that something is very wrong with Sarah when she starts telling Harry that this is the day they can finally say goodbye to the devil – but she could never have predicted Sarah’s actions when Harry starts crying in the middle of the service… “It’s all too much for Sarah,” sighs Tina O’Brien, who plays the troubled lass. “She’s had no sleep for 36 hours because of…

“IF MAS STOPPED DWELLING ON THE PAST, HE AND CARMEL MIGHT HAVE A SHOT” Masood receives some surprising news from ex-wife Zainab this week, leaving him feeling stuck in a rut. But his pal Tina has the perfect solution to his blues – the world of online dating! Noticing how dejected Mas seems, Tina convinces him that true love lies on the internet. And it seems Masood may be a hit with the ladies of the world wide web when he lines up a date that very same day. Sadly, his luck doesn’t hold – as his date departs before bothering to introduce herself to him. “How embarrassing for poor old Mas,” scoffs our Walford insider. “It’s been quite a while since he’s been part of the dating scene, and…

“TRACY SPOTS DAVID AND LEYLA AND ASSUMES IT’S A ROMANTIC SITUATION” David is beside himself this week, as he tries to come to terms with the cancer battle ahead. While he fears the worst, might an unexpected date with Tracy be what he needs to take his mind off his health troubles? “David is all over the place right now – and no wonder,” sighs our Emmerdale insider. “He only went along for tests in the first place to keep his dad Eric company – and now all of his worst nightmares are coming true. He knows he’s facing a fight, and just hopes that it’s one he can win.” David has only shared his testicular cancer prognosis with his father and his mate Leyla. So when Tracy walks into…

Things are looking up for Ste this week, as Leela lets him lend a hand with her new cleaning business – but events take an unhappy turn when Simone finds him entertaining his kids Lucas and Leah in her flat! Leela’s new business venture comes about after her hours at the fire station are cut and she chooses to help Cameron out on the Tug Boat. She soon tires of her boyfriend’s finicky management ways – so when Ste suggests she set up something of her own, she informs put-out Cameron that she’s going to start her own cleaning firm. Leela decides to let Ste be involved in her project, but her homeless half-brother clearly has ulterior motives – and makes the most of the gig Leela lands at the…

Cathy isn’t happy when her nephew Alex turns up to work hungover this week – and matters are made worse when she realises he’s got himself a spontaneous tattoo of John Lennon, too! Cathy has had concerns about Alex’s partying in the past, but the situation looked more promising after he accepted a job at the café in Roy’s absence. However, alarm bells start ringing when Alex flaunts his new ink, and Cathy begins to wonder what his mother will have to say about it. The answer, as it happens, is not a lot! It turns out Nessa has no idea what her son has been getting up to because she’s been too busy with her new boyfriend. Cathy is unsettled by this news – and it’s not long till…

Jailbird Paul is determined to prove that he isn’t responsible for the explosion that ripped through Lassiters – and this week begs Steph to help him find the real culprit! With all evidence pointing towards Paul, it’s no surprise that the police have banged him up for the crime. But how will Steph react when he asks her to put the motel up as bail so that he can be freed to track down the person who framed him? “Steph has a lot riding on her business deal with Paul, so it’s in her interest to get him out of jail,” says Stefan Dennis, who plays Paul. “But she’s cautious about using the collateral from the motel – it’s all she has, and she needs it to be a success.”…

“I FELT GUILTY ABOUT TELLING NITIN [MASOOD] I WAS GOING!” Tamwar never did fulfil his dream of going to university – but this week he graduates from Walford with first-class honours in infernos, family feuds and doomed marriages! However, the future looks bright for the kooky Masood fella as he prepares to travel the globe with his beloved girlfriend, Nancy. And as star Himesh Patel waves goodbye to EastEnders after eight years of playing Tamwar, he tells us that he fully supports Tam’s decision… “It’s the biggest step he’s taken since moving to Walford,” reckons the actor, who joins Inside Soap for one last chat as we reflect on his alter ego’s life growing up in Albert Square. “It’s going to take him out of his comfort zone, but at…

There’s a huge shock in store for Rita this week, when she’s asked to treat a pregnant teenager – whom she later finds out is the girlfriend of her ex-husband, Mark! Former EastEnders star Joel Beckett, aka Jake Moon, reprises his role as convicted paedophile Mark, so we caught up with him for the low-down on what it’s like to play such a controversial character… How did you feel when the call came in to play Mark again? I just thought, ‘Yeah, why not?’. It’s always nice to go back up to Cardiff, as everyone is so lovely there. I was interested to see what they were going to do with the character, and when I read the scripts, I just felt really sorry for poor Rita! Mark is quite…

I absolutely loved War And Peace – there were a lot of hot boys in it! I do think the actors were really good, though. I even recorded it, and that is unusual for me. I loved Shetland as well, and not just because it was set in Scotland! Also, I’ve just been watching Making A Murderer and Jessica Jones on Netflix. My kids and I love The Mindy Project . I know it’s not on at the moment, but all of those American comedies are our idea of fun. As well as Mindy, we love Brooklyn Nine-Nine and New Girl. Of course there’s my nice, stable diet of Judge Judy . It’s so crazy, but also very appealing. I always think,…

Both teamwork and precision are needed in this new series hosted by Kiss FM’s Rickie Haywood Williams and Melvin Odoom. Two teams will take on a variety of challenges where the goal is to score a very specific amount – and they only have a chance of winning if they’re bang on the money… “Essentially the show’s about the teams going head to head trying to win up to £40,000,” Melvin tells us. “But the stars of the show are our boxes – each box hides a number from one to nine, which is the target that they’ve got to hit. We really want the contestants to have as much fun as possible, and you don’t have to be an athlete or Einstein to get involved.” Rickie and Melvin also…

“STEVE ONLY HAS HIMSELF TO BLAME FOR THIS SORRY SITUATION” Lonely Michelle makes a huge mistake when she kisses ex Will this week – just as Steve arrives back on the Street to be with her. After Steve fails to return on the flight he’d planned to, upset Michelle heads over to Will’s place. Arriving at her smitten former flame’s door, Michelle is in a terrible state and believes her marriage is over. So when Will plants a passionate kiss on her lips, Michelle kisses him back! “Steve only has himself to blame for this situation,” tuts our Street insider. “Michelle was supportive during his depression battle, and she’s given him space to recover in Spain. But he’s left her to run his businesses and help look after Amy. She…

Belle being part of a steamy affair in the village shows that she has well and truly grown up. For Eden, the shift to big, adult storylines has been exciting, and she can certainly see her character following in the footsteps of relatives Charity and Chas. “Belle as a maneater? I can imagine it because she’s a Dingle!” grins Eden. “Given that I came into the show as a child, it would be weird to watch her progress into this crazy woman, but I’d be fine with that. Belle isn’t a nasty girl – but who knows what she might be like in the future!” As strange as it would be for Emmerdale viewers to see Belle change so drastically, it would be more difficult for Eden’s family to get…

None of the Platts are having a very good time this week, but at least Gail can still smile – even after everyone forgets her birthday! Poor Gail’s big day is lost in all the drama of the christening, and when her aghast family realise, they cobble together an impromptu celebration at the Bistro after the church service. However, the fact that his mum’s birthday passed him by prompts more worry from Nick – who again loses control and lashes out at Sarah. Sarah is too wrapped up in her own problems to notice, but David can see that Nick isn’t himself. So when Nick snaps over something minor at Gail’s bash, David jumps in and covers for him. Given the severity of Nick’s brain injuries, and the frequency of…

“YOU HAVE TO BE VERY BRAVE TO PUT ON LIZ’S CLOTHES - I TOTALLY LOST CONFIDENCE” Michelle Connor could be left to run the Rovers Return single-handedly, after the news that both Liz and her son Steve are due to vanish from behind the bar. Inside Soap recently reported that star Beverley Callard, who plays Liz, is currently on leave from the show because of her ongoing battle with depression. And now her co-star Simon Gregson – who has only just returned to the Street to play Steve following an extended break for personal reasons – has been signed off sick after breaking a bone in his shoulder! The actor tweeted an X-ray of his injury, having reportedly fallen off a toy scooter. “Remember when you used to get a…

“PHELAN HAS SEEN SOMETHING HE WANTS - AND HE WILL MAKE SURE HE GETS IT” When slimeball Phelan uses sneaky tactics to conjure up some more work for himself this week, little does he know someone close to home is on to him – as Todd realises the time has arrived to confront his mum’s new fella! The showdown comes when the corrupt builder pressures Todd’s gullible brother Jason into submitting a tender for the Freshco project – but when Phelan finds out councillor Sally intends to fight against the plans, the crook takes destructive action to delay her meeting at the community centre… “Once again, Phelan’s seen something he wants, and we already know that he will do anything to make sure he gets his way in the end…

Luke helps Bethany deal with her pesky bullies this week – when he turns up in a sports car, allowing her to make an impressive getaway! Things are going well for the newly engaged mechanic, and this week he’s delighted when Maria suggests that he move in with her. But while Luke can’t wait to break the news to his mates, things aren’t so bright for schoolgirl Bethany, whose treatment at the hands of nasty Lauren and co is making her life a misery. Bethany is no shrinking violet, so you’d think she’d acquit herself well in a slanging match. But she’s been the victim of the bullies for some time now – with even gobby Gemma realising the girls are giving Bethany grief when she had to send the…

The Vic is full of competitive spirit this week, as Sharon organises a team to compete in the darts league! As Sonia, Tracey, Kathy and co practise for the tournament, Buster has a bright idea and decides to give the women a run for their money by rounding up a men’s team to rival them. However, while Buster feels confident that his lads can pip the ladies to the post, he’s stunned when he realises sneaky Shirley has come equipped with a secret weapon! Which of the teams will reign victorious on the big night? Also this week… Denise has a surprise visitor, and Ben and Sharon talk frankly.…

Mo’s new role as a consultant gets off to a rocky start this week, after she clashes with her good friend Mr T. The pair – who have been dancing around their feelings for months – disagree over the correct method of treatment for a pregnant patient. But when Mr T refuses to back down, Mo is impressed by the assertive side she’s seeing, and begins to view her co-worker in an even more favourable light! Is romance finally on the horizon for the star-crossed colleagues? Also this week… Serena must decide between her future happiness and her responsibility to Jason, while Bernie confronts some secrets from her past.…

Kim prepares to leave Hollyoaks this week – but will she be going alone, or with someone else? As the week kicks off, Kim’s alarmed to see her killer sibling Lindsey lurking round the village in a blonde wig, and fears what she will do next. Wanting to get away, Kim tells Esther that she’s leaving Chester. But before Kim can go, Lindsey turns up again and begs her sister to find her some cash. She then stuns Kim by asking if she’ll run away with her! Will Kim agree, or will she shop Lindsey to the cops this time round? Also this week… Ellie and Freddie keep their relationship under wraps, and Cleo secretly meets up with Pete.…

“I’M GUTTED THAT PAULA LANE IS LEAVING – I’M LIKE ‘NOOOOO!’” Like all new mums, Sarah Platt has doubts, stresses and moments of complete panic. But there are not many new mums who have to face those everyday trials of life with the knowledge that their baby son’s daddy is now a rotting corpse buried right under their house! Frankly, it’s little wonder that Sarah is a woman on the edge at the moment. And as star Tina O’Brien, who plays her, tells us, her character’s nightmare is only just beginning… “I’m so excited about Sarah’s story, because it will really push me,” enthuses the actress, who joins Inside Soap for a good gossip about all things Corrie. “She has been through a nightmare six months with what happened to…

“I WATCHED THE CHARLENE AND SCOTT WEDDING A MILLION TIMES!” Landing a role as the daughter of Ramsay Street’s two most famous alumni is a pretty big deal – but for 18-year-old Sarah Ellen, who arrives on Ramsay Street this week as Scott and Charlene’s daughter Madison Robinson, it’s just the next step in her bid for world domination! The teenager already has an online following of over two million, and travels around the world vlogging about her love of fashion. And she’s also caught the attention of a certain Aussie superstar… “A few months ago I was at the ARIAs [the Australian equivalent of the BRIT Awards], and I arrived at the same time as Kylie,” explains Sarah. “I’d just been cast as Charlene’s daughter, but nobody else knew.…

MICHELLE HARDWICK VANESSA WOODFIELD It has been a while since vet Vanessa enjoyed a night out on the town, after giving birth to baby Johnny last year. But it’s a different story for actress Michelle, who recently celebrated her 40th birthday in style… So, we gather we’ll be seeing a lot more of you, Amy and Gemma together… Yes, we’re a good trio, I think. Tracy will be moving into Carly and Vanessa’s spare room at Tug Ghyll – which means there will be a lot more booze and a lot more fun round their house! Vanessa needs that after everything she’s been through. Plus, it means there will be an extra babysitter on hand. What would a night out on the tiles be like for Vanessa, Tracy and Carly?…

“Murray and Bex have lost each other – he’s out with his friends instead” BEN There’s something a bit unusual about this six-part romantic comedy: it begins with the central couple splitting up. After Murray develops an unfortunate habit of not turning up in time for important events, including his wife Bex’s 40th birthday, she decides enough is enough and walks out on him. Realising what he’s lost, horrified Murray sets out to make it up to her and convince her to come home… “Murray is a good person, and he’s trying to do the right thing,” sighs Ben Miller, who plays him. “But he and Bex have sort of lost each other. He’s the kind of guy who finds it very hard to say no, so he’s…

“DENISE HAS NO FAITH IN PHIL’S ABILITY TO BE A GOOD PARENT TO LOUISE” Bad girl Louise proves that she’s a true Mitchell this week, as she wreaks havoc in Walford. With dad Phil consumed by his own health battle, he tasks Jay with keeping Louise on the straight and narrow – something which proves to be no small challenge! That’s because Louise has mischief in mind, with no intention of knuckling down at school and staying out of trouble. But as she brings her troublemaking antics to the Square, there’s hell to pay… “Louise is a teenager with serious attitude and an appetite for danger – what could go wrong?” laughs our EastEnders source. “Jay must be crazy to volunteer to be the person to watch out for her.…

Martin is keen to get some more money coming in this week – but his plan backfires when he’s left with a load of dodgy gear on his market stall! Following a tumultuous family meal where Belinda dropped a major bombshell, Martin and Stacey realised they could be facing real financial trouble in the future. So with a new baby in the family, and now a wedding to plan as well, the couple need all the dosh they can get their hands on. Setting the ball rolling, Martin asked Ian whether he could start selling more varied items on the stall to increase profits. This week, he hits on a new plan – and reveals that he’s decided to start his own stall. But while Martin is convinced it’s a…

The Yabbie Creek police think they’ve finally cracked Charlotte King’s murder this week – after they charge her ex, Zac, with the crime! Zac’s loved ones are appalled when he’s thrown into the cells, after the cops find damning evidence that places him at the scene of the crime. He’ll need a miracle to clear his name – but luckily for him, legal eagle Morag Bellingham is on the case… “Zac made some stupid mistakes in the lead-up to the death of Charlotte,” shares Cornelia Frances, who reprises her role as fearsome lawyer Morag. “However, he says that he’s innocent, so Morag asks him to tell her exactly what happened.” If anyone can get Zac off the hook for murder, it’s Morag. And after she comes face to face with…

There are big decisions to make for Aaron in the aftermath of Gordon’s trial this week, as the Dales lad and his half-sister Liv continue to bond. When Liv’s mum Sandra arrives in the village to announce that they’ll be moving to Dublin permanently, Liv refuses to even consider the idea. Equally reluctant to let go of the sibling he’s only just rediscovered, Aaron suggests to Sandra that she consider an alternative arrangement for her daughter. But as Robert warns Aaron that troublesome Liv can’t necessarily be trusted, might he be biting off more than he can chew in his desperation to keep the teenager nearby? Also this week… Bernice attempts to persuade Lawrence to take off on a cruise holiday rather than making a return to work.…

FOR THOSE OF US old enough to remember Scott and Charlene being in Neighbours, the world of vlogging and internet stardom may seem an odd concept. So we asked Sarah to explain how it all came about – and it was down to a video she posted on YouTube showing off her amazing dancing eyebrows! “It started about four years ago,” she tells us. “A video of mine went viral and I got thousands of followers. I was only 14 and it was new to me – it was new to everyone. “I was a bit scared to post anything more because I didn’t know where to take it, but people seemed interested, even when I posted photos of my day-to-day life. Then I left school to study fashion business…

“NATHAN FEELS THAT HOLLY IS SOMEONE HE CAN TRUST” It’s not often that we meet a soap character who’s just a genuinely lovely person, with no skeletons in the closet and no dark secrets waiting to come back and haunt them. So when Nathan Nightingale rocked up in Hollyoaks last October, we thought we’d hit the jackpot – kind-hearted and good-looking all rolled into one package! But all that changed when his fiancée Rachel was killed in a tragic car accident recently, unleashing a side to Nathan that we’re not sure we like. And as the grief-stricken fella misses Rachel’s funeral, actor Jared Garfield – who plays Nathan – says that things are set to get worse for his alter ego in the coming weeks… “This story opens up so…

Flatmates Rhona (Zoe Boyle) and Leanne (Kerry Howard) are about to go their separate ways in this new five-part sitcom, as Rhona’s bought her own place and is planning to move on. But after a night out, the duo are accidental witnesses to a gangland shooting, and they’re swiftly put into a witness protection scheme miles from home. Leanne sees it as an adventure, but it’s Rhona’s worst nightmare… What’s the relationship between Rhona and Leanne like? Kerry At first you might think Rhona hates Leanne, but they’re more like sisters, really – they love but hate at the same time. Zoe Rhona gets very wound up by Leanne – especially in this context, as Leanne is unleashing her inner actress, and it’s a stressful situation! But as the show…

Eileen and her extended family are shattered by shocks, secrets and lies aplenty next week. As Jason receives some awful news, Phelan uses it as an opportunity to further his own ends. Meanwhile, Billy is hiding something from lover Sean – but what is it? HOLLYOAKS The REAL Lisa arrives! HOME AND AWAY Family reunion? NEIGHBOURS Wedding drama… EASTENDERS DENISE’S SURPRISE! Denise has had a hard time of late, and things aren’t about to get any better - as some shock news could lead her to do something she’ll regret for a long time… EMMERDALE BAD BARTON! Finn has always been the good boy of his family, but next week he manages to fall foul of the law - when he goes on an out-of-this-world adventure… PLUS! GET ON WITH…