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Well, the campaigning for your votes in the 2018 Inside Soap Awards starts with a vengence this week, as Corrie brings out its big guns to persuade you to give them your vote. We had a great day catching up with the Street favourites, and they had plenty of goss to share while they popped on their gladrags and struck a pose for the Inside Soap photographer. We’ll be catching up with all the soaps in the coming weeks, so don’t miss the next few issues, where we have some treats in store. “We had a great day with the Street favourites…” Elsewhere this issue, a car crash brings deadly danger for Megan and Frank in Emmerdale. And over in Corrie the drama continues as Sally finds herself arrested. And…

Debbie is devastated this week, as Sarah says she doesn’t want to continue with medical treatment – but Faith cooks up a wild plan to change her mind! Having undergone heart-transplant surgery to increase her chances of living longer, Sarah – who suffers with life-threatening condition Fanconi anaemia – leaves her nearest and dearest stunned by the admission. But as it transpires that Sarah has overheard Faith writing off her recent surgery as a waste of time, Debbie is livid with her outspoken gran – who decides to take drastic action to undo the damage… “Faith feels massively responsible – she’s really put her foot in it this time,” sighs Sally Dexter, who plays her. “Sarah hears Faith talking to Diane and Joe about her medical situation, and not being…

Here’s a sneak peek of Jim’s return to Corrie – and it seems he’s lining up an emotional time for his ex-wife Liz. Our snappers caught Beverley Callard and returnee Charles Lawson flming touching scenes where they visit the grave of their daughter Katie – who died shortly after birth back in 1992. But of course, news reached us recently that Jim’s return will see him revealing to Liz that Katie survived, and is alive and well. So what’s he up to? “This story just gets more and more intriguing, whispers our cobbles insider. “Why is Jim taking Liz to their daughter’s grave if he knows full well that she’s alive? Will the visit be what finally makes him crack and reveal the big secret?” According…

While Mercedes clashes with her mother over Russ, Nana McQueen is determined to make the most of her Magaluf holiday, especially as she has a brand-new dating app to test! The first chance she gets, she arranges a night out with the exotic-sounding Ronaldio – and Nana reasons he must be a cross between Enrique Iglesias and Ricky Martin! Unfortunately, her hopes of being on a promise look set to be crushed. As excited Nana gets ready to meet her potential hot lover, it turns out that Ronaldio isn’t quite what she expected… So will Nana keep an open mind and see where this love leads? Or will she be sticking to home-grown men from here on out? Sadly, it looks as if it’s going to take a bit more…

The imminent comeback of Nick Tilsley is bound to cause Carla problems, and will put a severe dent in Peter’s plans. What will happen to their dynamic once he returns? “I hope it has an impact – Nick was the love of Carla’s life, the grown-up, calm one,” says Alison. “Nick would have been good for her, while Peter couldn’t be more different. I think there is a lot to be explored!” So, is Alison against a Carla and Peter reunion? “I think they’re better apart, but I like working with Chris Gascoyne [aka Peter] so much, so I don’t want that to be the case,” she shares. “Would I like Carla to be happy in love? Yes! It would be far easier to play as I’ve had a lot…

It’s a sad day for the Savages this week, as they say goodbye to their beloved Dirk – but there’s a surprise guest at his funeral… Liberty is devastated over her dad’s death, yet she’s given a much-needed boost when her cousin Dennis arrives back in the village to say a final farewell to his uncle. While the family members gather to pay their respects, though, will there be any last shocks in store for Dirk’s grieving relatives as they celebrate his life?…

SEAN BEATEN AND BEREFT Usually the life and soul of the party, Corrie’s Sean has hit rock bottom and ended up homeless. And you have been deeply saddened by the dangers he’s faced while living on the streets… Seeing Sean so desperate and depressed is almost like watching a different character – it’s clearly robbed him of all his self-esteem. I really hope someone realises his situation and gives him a helping hand. Shirley Sean’s homelessness storyline certainly rings true – I’ve been through the situation myself. It can be hard to admit that things are bad and swallow your pride to ask for help, but I pray Sean doesn’t have to suffer much longer. Phil, Brighton However, some of you have been distracted by other parts of this storyline……

Losing a child is something no parent ever wants to face. But what do you do if your job is to spend months working on a storyline that asks you to confront your deepest fears? For Emmerdale’s Lucy Pargeter and Dominic Brunt – both parents in real life – the answer is that you prepare for one of the toughest professional journeys of your career. We catch up with them to learn what it’s been like to lead this emotional story, and to find out if their Dales alter egos, Chas and Paddy, can emerge stronger from this nightmare… Hi, guys. You’ve had viewers in tears for weeks – how are you both coping with such a tough storyline? Lucy It’s harrowing! In some cases when…

We can’t bring our chat with Michael to a close without a mention of his gorgeous dog, who makes regular appearances on his Instagram – and is a joy to behold! “She’s called Jessie!” grins Michael. “I’ve taken her to the hairdressers this morning, actually. She’s fussy, so I stay and give her a cuddle while she’s getting washed. I take her into work sometimes, and I’ve tried to get her a Casualty storyline – the ambulance station could do with a dog around!”…

After his health took a turn for the worse, Russ underwent an operation to remove a cancerous testicle – and had it replaced with a prosthetic. “A friend of mine had the disease, so it was especially poignant for me,” shares Stuart. Russ dated Sophie Burton, despite her having been raped by his brother Sam – who ended up killing five people including himself, Sophie and her sister Mel.“I’d love for them all to return too – but they all died in the Dog fire!” wails Stuart. Mercedes convinced Russ to marry her after he learned of her fling with Warren Fox – but the couple separated not long after their honeymoon. “That was an interesting wedding,” grins Stuart, “but I won’t be wearing pink for my real one!” In…

It’s lovely to see Best Actress nominee Georgia Taylor with a big smile on her face after playing 12 angst-filled months in the life of Toyah Battersby. Having failed to tell fiancé Peter about the death of their unborn child, Toyah’s spent most of the year trying to hide Eva’s pregnancy and pass baby Susie off as her own. It all went horribly wrong, but that’s given us so much meaty drama to enjoy – and Toyah has managed to keep us on her side, no matter how crazy her actions are. Here, Georgia tells us why she’s still Team Toyah, too… Hi, Georgia – congratulations on your Best Actress nomination! Thank you! It’s a nice little pat on the back when you’ve been working really hard, but I don’t…

“If Shona’s son Clayton were to be released from prison, it would mean a lot of heartache for David and Shona,” shares Jack. “That could split them – but there’s a lot that might keep them together, too, so they might still get married!” “I’d like to see David and Shona stay together for a long time,” adds Julia. “With soaps we don’t often see relationships stand the test of time, so I want to find out where they could go. But there’s not as much drama in the happy times…”…

“There are always going to be challenges ahead, but Emma, bless her, will take it in her stride,” shares Alexandra. “She’d like to imagine she could run the salon one day, but realistically it’s just not going to happen. I’m hoping she might find herself a romance, though. After her disastrous fling with David, she needs someone to be her partner in crime. She’s very easily heartbroken, so fingers crossed someone is about to come and sweep her off her feet… That would be really lovely!”…

Great British Menu judge Andi Oliver is the first to admit that taking over from Prue Leith last year was daunting. But as she joins Inside TV on the phone to discuss returning for this year’s series, it’s very clear that she had a fantastic time on the show – and she’s thrilled to be back… Is your job as much fun as it looks? Oh it is, it is. I’m eternally grateful to Matthew [Fort] and to Oliver [Peyton] for making me feel so welcome, because Great British Menu is a whole universe that’s been going so long. It holds an iconic status in the hearts of the audience, so to walk into it and follow in the footsteps of somebody like Prue Leith – not not…

HARRY’S KNEE POPS! Ben Mitchell actor Harry Reid had to take a night off from his play Witness For The Prosecution on Tuesday 31 July, after he popped his knee out of place! The former EastEnder is starring in the hit West End production as Leonard Vole, and Harry apologised to attendees via his Twitter account, after an old injury resurfaced. It sounds very painful, so we’re glad to hear Harry was back on stage soon afterwards! RICHARD HILLMAN’S VISIT TO DEN Former Corrie bad boy Brian Capron (Richard Hillman from 2001 to 2003) has revealed he visited EastEnders legend Leslie Grantham (Dirty Den) shortly before he passed away in June. “I visited Leslie because we’d worked together,” explained Brian. “We were the same age, and it me appreciate my…

Have you enjoyed working closely with Katie Hill, the actress who plays Sarah? It’s a joy! The relationship Faith and Sarah have has transmogrified between myself and Katie. She’s a fabulous actress. Just like Faith and Sarah are on a level, so Katie and I are too. Have you given Katie any acting advice? I don’t need to give Katie any acting advice at all! In fact, I’d be happy to take some from her… How well does Faith rule the roost among the Dingle family, do you reckon? With Lisa away, I think Faith could hold the family together – not by discipline, but by having a damn-good party now and again! There is another side to her, though, and I wouldn’t be surprised if we saw a more…

The legendary Maureen Lipman CBE is returning to the Street after 16 years away – and Tyrone had better brace himself! Renowned actress Maureen last crossed the cobbles in 2002, as Rovers relief manager Lillian Spencer. This time, though, she’ll star as Tyrone’s formidable grandmother, Evelyn Plummer – but it’s not just Tyrone who should watch out… “Evelyn is eye-wateringly withering,” reveals Corrie producer Iain MacLeod. “She’ll add a fresh dollop of northern humour to the show as she turns Tyrone and Fiz’s lives upside down. I am beyond thrilled that we’re introducing such a great new character, played by someone of Maureen’s pedigree.” Tyrone and Evelyn will cross paths after he decides to investigate his family history following the recent death of his mum Jackie. Soon enough, the outspoken…

“I desperately wish to see photographs of Sue Tully as Michelle Fowler reappear around Ian’s home again in EastEnders . Then we’ll know for sure that fake Michelle can’t hurt us any more.” …prays reader Tom from Bristol “ Romeo needs a love interest in Hollyoaks – because there’s no way I’m having him split up Prince and Lily! Get him and Peri together so he’ll leave Lily alone and give Peri a reason to turn that frown upside down.” …decides reader Tiff “Who was Emmerdale’s Graham talking to on the phone in his flashbacks? It has to be his mistress – I say cast Samantha Bond as his former bit on the side and make it a…

Frank’s near-death experience comes at a time when he is going through a real crisis of confidence – and returning to his criminal ways. Now he has a loving family around him, the reformed lag has got a lot to lose. Does Michael want more bad Frank? “I’d like that enormously!” he grins. “Remember, he’s attempting to cover up being a little bit naughty with running these jewellery scams. Frank thinks that ending his wicked ways for Megan has completely emasculated him, and he blames her for his lack of self-worth. That’s why Frank has used this in order to justify to himself dipping his toe back into a bit of skullduggery! That doesn’t speak terribly well of his ego!”…

Chloe’s Huntington’s diagnosis causes her to go off the rails this week – and steal the Ramsay Street sign! Unable to fully process her condition, Chloe decides to bury her head in the sand and have some mindless fun with Amy and her old pal Danielle. Amy bails when things get too rowdy, leaving Chloe and Danielle to half-inch the famous sign from the end of the street! But how will Chloe react when police officer Mishti catches her in the act?…

LACEY STACEY I have a wedding to go to and I still have no outfit. Sarah, please save me and find out where Stacey got her dress from for Hope’s christening in EastEnders! Kate, Dublin I’m here to help! Stace’s lemon sorbet ‘Leah Lace Dress’ is from Monsoon – and it’s now reduced online to £59. IT’S ALL RELATIVE! That actress who plays the reporter in Corrie looks the spitting image of Tina McIntyre. She must be Michelle Keegan’s sister or something – surely? Rory ‘That actress’ is Saira Choudhry, who has popped up as Weatherfield Gazette journalist Naila Badal a few times since 2013 – and she’s not related to Michelle Keegan at all! You will probably most recognise Saira as Hollyoaks’…

They almost tied the knot a few weeks back, but Chas called it off at the last minute. However, Dom is keeping his fingers crossed for a joyful wedding in the future. “I want to be a Dingle,” he enthuses. “I want to be called Paddy Dingle, and I want to sail off into the sunset with Chas! But then come back again…” Paddy has previously married a Dingle, of course – we all recall Mandy – however, is Lucy in favour of taking a trip down the aisle? “It would be nice, but the journey to a wedding is more interesting,” she muses. “I’d like to keep it in the distance, but get there in the end!”…

We were delighted when Ned Willis arrived back on Ramsay Street recently – mainly because we knew trouble wouldn’t be far behind! And while we sit down for a chat with Ben Hall, who reprises the role after a year’s break, he says his comeback was as much a shock to him as it was to us… Did you always know you were going to come back to Neighbours ? No, I had no idea! When I finished up last time I thought that was me done. But I really enjoy working here, and I’ve made some great friends. Can you tell us about Ned’s bond with Bea? It starts coincidentally, Bea thinks she may have seen Finn, so Ned offers to walk her home. Their friendship…

1 Natalie Ann Cassidy was born in Islington, London on 13 May 1983 – the second child to father Charles and mother Evelyn, who already had a son, David. From an early age, Natalie loved to perform, and so her parents sent her to the local drama club, Anna Scher. “It was a working-class drama club which I went to after school, and it cost £2.50,” remembers Natalie. “There needs to be more of that – places where for a few quid you can have an hour of fun, which might just lead to something. Kathy Burke, Linda Robson, Pauline Quirke, Perry Fenwick, Patsy Palmer, Sid Owen, me… We all came from there.” 2 Natalie was just 10 years old when, in 1993, she landed the role of EastEnders’ Sonia…

“It’s important that Toyah and Leanne regroup and get the Battersby sisters back as a unit,” says Georgia. “Leanne and little Oliver will become Toyah’s world, and the viewers are going to love it if the Battersby sisters become a little bit naughty again. They are never going to be the Battersbys of old, because we’re women in our late thirties now – but there should still be that spark there. Also, it’ll be interesting to see what Toyah does career-wise, as she is a trained counsellor, so I would like to see her working with new characters and changing job. That will bring out something different in Toyah!”…

Shayne’s arrival at our photo shoot – sporting a brand-new beard and a full head of hair – is the first time many of his co-nominees have seen him since he left his role as Coronation Street’s Aidan Connor, so there’s plenty of catching up to be done! We feel a bit mean dragging him away for our pictures, but with an impressive three nominations in this year’s Inside Soap Awards – Best Actor, Best Exit and Best Show-stopper – he has no problem with filling us in on just how chuffed he is… It’s lovely to have you back for the day, Shayne! It feels like only five minutes ago that we were chatting about your Best Newcomer nomination in 2016…

It’s no easy task joining a show as huge as Coronation Street , knowing that your new character will very soon be hated by the show’s loyal viewers. Josh’s brutal attack on David, and the heartbreaking consequences which followed, have been hard to watch at times – but Ryan’s nomination for Best Bad Boy reveals the level of respect his gritty portrayal of the ruthless mechanic has earned as a result… Well done on your nomination, Ryan – you’re getting a nod for being good at being bad… Exactly! It’s brilliant to have been nominated among so many talented actors – a genuine honour. I’ve always wanted to be up for a best soap villain award, so it’s really nice to be recognised in this way. Did…

I’ve really loved Versailles . It’s so beautiful and it unfolds quite slowly. The two brothers, Louis and Philippe, they’re like oil paintings – it’s like living art! The Good Place on Netflix is really good – and it’s got Jameela Jamil in it! I thought, ‘Yeah, good for you!’ – she’s a British star and she’s gone to America and made it massive. I did philosophy at university, and I love how The Good Place brings philosophy into comedy, with the afterlife, and what is a good place and a bad place. Ted Danson is brilliant in it! My favourite childhood film is Mary Poppins , that makes my heart sing. I’m trying to get my son to watch it, but he’s…

In 1998, Robert Rinder – best known as TV’s Judge Rinder – was taken to Poland by his grandfather Morris, who wanted to share his experience of surviving the Holocaust. In this week’s episode of Who Do You Think You Are? , Robert returns to explore the story – and finds it very complicated. “I was worried that I’d be going on a journey where I’d been so aware of the detail – and I was completely and utterly proven wrong,” he tells Inside TV. “It’s all absolutely genuine – they don’t tell you where you’re going to or anything, they unravel the details in front of you at the same time as the viewer.” Even in the situations where Robert was already aware of the story,…

CASUALTY Connie Beauchamp.......... Amanda Mealing Gemma Dean...................... Rebecca Ryan Iain Dean..................... Michael Stevenson Lisa ‘Duffy’ Duffin................ Cathy Shipton Charlie Fairhead.............. Derek Thompson Noel Garcia.......................... Tony Marshall Elle Gardner.......................... Jaye Griffiths Ethan Hardy.................... George Rainsford David Hide................................ Jason Durr Jan Jennings............................. Di Botcher Dylan Keogh........................... William Beck Bea Kinsella............................ Michelle Fox Jacob Masters....................... Charles Venn Rash Masum........................... Neet Mohan Eddie McAllister.................... Joe Gaminara Robyn Miller................ Amanda Henderson Alicia Munroe............... Chelsea Halfpenny Sam Nicholls......................... Charlotte Salt Ruby Sparks.............................. Maddy Hill Louise Tyler........................... Azuka Oforka CORONATION STREET Dev Alahan........................ Jimmi Harkishin Angie Appleton................ Victoria Ekanoye Adam Barlow...................... Sam Robertson Amy Barlow.......................... Elle Mulvaney Ken Barlow......................... William Roache Peter Barlow....................... Chris Gascoyne Simon Barlow.............................. Alex Bain Tracy Barlow................................ Kate Ford Leanne Battersby................... Jane Danson Toyah Battersby.................... Georgia Taylor Emma Brooker............... Alexandra Mardell Chesney Brown..........................…

THEATRE LONDON’S FREE OPEN-AIR THEATRE London’s best free open-air theatre company returns to The Scoop amphitheatre by London Bridge for its 15th year this summer – featuring adaptations of The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz and King Arthur. Playing until 2 September, on a first come, first served basis – to find out more information, visit www.freeopenairtheatre.org DVD A WRINKLE IN TIME Actresses Oprah Winfrey, Mindy Kaling and Reese Witherspoon are Mrs Who, Mrs Whatsit and Mrs Which – who come to Earth to share their wisdom and love with struggling teen Meg Murry (Storm Reid). Also stars Chris Pine. Win!  For the chance to win a copy, tell us which show Chris Gascoyne stars in: A) Corrie or B) Holby City. Text ISPRIZE1, a space, then A or B and…

BULLSEYE! We’ll piggin’ miss Eva Price! Star Cath Tyldesley brought sass and sparkle to the Street, but it’s for the beautifully moving performances she gave during Aidan’s exit story we’ll remember her most. Don’t be a stranger, love! Meanwhile, on a completely selfish note, who else breathed the biggest sigh of relief when sex god Adam Barlow decided to stay put in Weatherfield? Every cloud, eh? Yes, Hunter is a little sod. But maybe Mel could give the poor kid a wee bit of a break every now and then. Her constant bleating is wearing out our telly speakers. Sheesh! We’re not sure where this Stuart plot is going, or what it’s for exactly, but new Walford star Ricky Champ is unsettlingly brilliant in it. A top-class soap-nutter performance. Sometimes…

Corrie has a history of sending innocent characters to jail for crimes they didn’t commit, and sparking nationwide campaigns to free them. Like Deirdre Rachid and Gail McIntyre before her, it sounds as though Sal could be heading the same way. “It will be a huge story moving into the autumn – so you might want to get your ‘Free Sally’ T-shirts ready!” teases star Sally. “For Sal, the shame of being sent to jail would be horrible because everyone would know that she’s gone to prison. She wouldn’t be able to walk down the Street with her head held high again, there’s no doubt about that!”…

Keanu is helping Sharon to fix her plumbing, you say? Well, that’s certainly one way to phrase it! The latest news from Walford to be splashed across the tabloids is that the Square siren will cheat on husband Phil with his young apprentice – giving EastEnders fans a very sizzling end to the summer indeed… “Over the next few weeks viewers will begin to see the pair with their eyes on each other,” whispers our source. “By the end of the next couple of months, they won’t be able to keep their hands off each other! Keanu must be a brave man, as Phil isn’t someone you want to mess with…” We thought we detected a cheeky spark between Sharon and Keanu when they teamed up to steal a car…

Carry on nurse! Ex-EastEnder Shaheen Jafargholi (Shakil Kazemi) is swapping Walford for hospital wards, as he arrives in Casualty this autumn to play cheeky nurse Marty. Hair-raising She’s under arrest for killing daughter Nico, but Sienna will soon be back in Hollyoaks village – with a new look! Actress Anna Passey recently revealed her character’s transformation – but has Sienna changed her sinister ways to match? Rough justice Emmerdale’s Charity is set to face her abuser DI Bails in court this autumn, actress Emma Atkins has confirmed. “Charity just wonders how on earth a jury would ever believe her over Bails…” she shared.…

“The next few months are going to fly by, and it’s much better to sort things now than with heartburn, trapped wind and cankles.” Yep, go on Jean – sell this whole pregnancy thing to Hayley, the most-reluctant mum-to-be on the planet. “This morning, my biggest problem was a missing cow. And now, thanks to you, I’m police bait!” Poor simple Pete – he really doesn’t recognise a storyline upgrade when he receives one. “You had no right to rescue me. I wanted to burn, and you stole that from me, you soulless husk of a man, who goes through life desperately trying to feel something because you know deep down that you’re completely unworthy, and unloveable.” Well, that’s Joe told. When the normally quiet-but-deadly Graham lets rip, he bloomin’…

Rana claims that she’s split with Kate and that she’s ashamed of being gay this week – in a desperate bid to see her dying dad. Banned from his bedside by her furious mother Saira, Rana believes that renouncing her sexuality is the only way to see Hassan before he passes away. With Kate’s blessing, she tells her mum that their romance is over and she’s sorry she let them down, prompting Saira to allow her to visit her father. But as mother and daughter arrive at his deathbed, there’s only time for Hassan to be told that Rana has seen the error of her ways and for him to squeeze his daughter’s hand before he slips away. Devastated at losing her dad, Rana is distraught that she said goodbye…

FAIR CITY Kerri-Ann’s misery knows no bounds this week, as Decco finds her in an almost catatonic state. Can he get through to her? Elsewhere, Juliet is hell-bent on keeping her secret crush under wraps, before Alex gives her an ultimatum. Also, Carol and Nora are at loggerheads… RIVER CITY Amber is running out of options this week, as Charlotte’s condition deteriorates. But what extreme lengths will she resort to? Meanwhile, Jules insists that Danny come clean to Pete and Caitlin about his meddling. Plus, it’s election day for Suzie and AJ – who will win? THE ARCHERS It’s Harrison and Fallon’s big day this week – but with recent events still weighing heavily on people’s minds, will they make it down the aisle? Across the village, distracted Elizabeth makes…

“I’ve never seen a set so big – it was like walking into a movie!” “There’ll be a few tears…” admits Michael Stevenson, as he hints at the major consequences of Casualty’s dramatic series opener this week – with his paramedic alter ego, Iain, at the heart of the action. “Without a shadow of a doubt, this will change Iain’s life forever. Everything that happens in the episode adds another level of guilt and jeopardy to all the characters it affects. And the viewers will definitely be shocked!” With the promise of such epic drama, it comes as no surprise to learn that Casualty pulled out all the stops in creating such a heart-stopping episode – and Michael was wowed by the scale of it. “I’ve never seen a set so…

“When I arrived back at the studios for my first day of filming, the welcome I received was absolutely epic,” grins actor Stuart Manning, as he joins Inside Soap for his first chat since reprising the role of Hollyoaks’ Russ Owen. “The same crew is still here, as well as some of the old cast such as Nick Pickard [who plays Tony], Ashley Taylor Dawson [aka Darren] and Jen Metcalfe [Mercedes] – all people that I’d worked with for six years previously – so it’s been lovely. I don’t think any actor heads to their first day on a show and doesn’t feel nerves, but for me there were none. It was weird!” Russ was at the heart of some huge stories from 2004 to 2009 (see sidebar, right), during…

The Corrie gang is in high spirits today, as they arrive for their photo shoot to promote the Street at the Inside Soap Awards 2018. Going by audience feedback, the stars know the soap has had a cracking year – and as they fill us in on all the gossip, we can assure you there’s more to come! “Everyone on the show feels as if they’re at the top of their game at the moment,” beams Julia Goulding, who plays Shona. “Here’s hoping we’re on a winning streak!” With storylines over the past 12 months including David’s rape, little Jack’s sepsis and Aidan’s suicide, Corrie has been big on drama. But true to form, there have been lots of laughs, too –…

Shona and David may be nominated for our Best Partnership Award, but Julia Goulding and Jack P Shepherd deserve a nod for Best Workmates – judging by the hilarious banter between the pair at our shoot! It’s clear the co-stars have been having a ball working so closely together – and both Jack and Julia are delighted that viewers have been loving David and Shona’s antics just as much as they have… Congrats on your Best Partnership nomination! Do you think that Shona deserves an award of her own for putting up with David? Jack Probably! I have absolutely no idea why she stays with him… Julia I’d have dumped David a long time ago, the way he’s been with her. Jack Her son did kill his wife, though. Julia…

She might be in the running for our Best Newcomer Award – for her role as rookie salon assistant Emma – but Alexandra Mardell has settled into her Corrie alter ego’s shoes so comfortably, it feels as if she’s been on the cobbles forever! It’s impossible not to have fallen in love with ditsy Emma, with her infallible optimism and quirky turns of phrase. And while Alexandra keeps a much more level head than her kooky character, when the warm and friendly star prepares to step in front of the Inside Soap camera, she’s just as joyous to be around… Well done on your nomination for Best Newcomer, Alexandra! Did you expect Emma to be such a hit with viewers? You never…

When Best Young Actor nominee Kyran arrived at our studio with his proud mum and big sister in tow, he confessed he was feeling a bit nervous about his very first photo shoot. So who better to offer a few words of wisdom than seasoned pro Shayne Ward? From the moment he stepped in front of the camera, however, 11-year-old Kyran was a natural – doing just as fantastic a job with his poses as he has with his portrayal of cobbles youngster Jack… Congrats, Kyran! How did you find out you’d been nominated? My mum ran into my room at 6am to tell me! I was so excited and couldn’t believe it. It’s my first time being nominated – so while I’d love to win, I’m just happy to…

WE WATCH A LOT OF CRIME dramas, so we like to think we can tell the good from the bad – and Unforgotten is one of the best currently being made. Nicola Walker and Sanjeev Bhaskar play off each other beautifully as Cassie and Sunny, and we love the way the show deliberately nipped any of the ‘will-they-won’t-they?’ tension between the pair in the bud – a bold move in the world of procedural telly that thrives on that sort of thing. It’s also rare to see a crime show spend as much time with the victim’s loved ones, really exploring the long-term effects of a murder on the people left behind.…

SOLDIERING ON Gold has ordered a new four-part retrospective series called Saluting Dad’s Army. Hosted by Alexander Armstrong, the show will explore the inspiration behind the comedy series. SKETCHED IN ITV2 has commissioned a new series combining sketches and stand-up comedy called, er, The Stand Up Sketch Show. The series, expected to air early next year, stars established talent including Joel Dommett, London Hughes and Russell Kane. RAINEY DAYS Jessica Raine is the latest star to be confirmed for the cast of The Missing spin-off Baptiste. Details on her character are being kept closely guarded at the moment – so far we know that she’s called Genevieve, but will she be working with Baptiste or against him?…

JUDE MONK McGOWAN (Liam Donovan, Hollyoaks) IN It’s not just Russ who returns while the gang’s in Magaluf – Iona’s father Liam also makes a comeback! Liam is now played by Jude Monk McGowan, taking over from Maxim Baldry. “Glenn gave Liam an opportunity to grieve over the death of Eva, by allowing him to work in Spain and help with some shady deals,” reveals Jude. “I had to be half-naked for my first day, so it was straight in at the deep end!” This week STIRLING GALLACHER (Paula Martin, Corrie ) IN  Ex-Doctors star Stirling turns up on the cobbles as Sally’s old school friend Paula, who is drafted in as a solicitor to help her old pal in her hour of need. Sally is taken…

EASTENDERS Pain & suffering! THINGS ARE LOOKING FAR FROM KUSHTY… His youngest brother has been gone for three months, yet Kush’s grief is still as raw as the day Shakil died – and next week, the sorrow gets too much. But while Kush falls into old habits of drinking heavily and pushing people away, which of his loved ones will be left the most hurt by his actions? And can they do anything to bring him back from the brink of despair? EMMERDALE Move on, move in! Everything’s a-changing for Belle next week, as she gets her A-level results – and decides to move in with Lachlan! But while one may bring joy, the other will surely end in tragedy… HOLLYOAKS Imran strikes again? NEIGHBOURS Mishti’s marriage mare! HOME AND…