Inhoudsopgave van 32 - 2022 - Inside Soap UK

I’m thrilled by the news of a special episode of EastEnders exploring the tempestuous middle ages of the great Peggy Mitchell (see p12 for details). Some commentators have already alleged that this concept is something of a steal from Emmerdale; who, a few years ago, memorably took us back to the 80s childhoods of Cain and Chas, and the struggles of their mum Faith. “EastEnders has a rich history of time travel” However, those of us with longer memories will recall that EastEnders has a rich history of time-travel specials. 1988’s Civvy Street showed us a young Lou Beale and Ethel Skinner drawing on their nylons in a bomb-ravaged Walford of World War II. Then Pat And Mo (2004) showed us Walford icons ‘Fat’ Pat and ‘Big’ Mo back in…

EMMERDALE Amelia’s baby bombshell wasn’t the only shock in Emmerdale – as Charity revealed she was also expecting! At first Charity was set to have a termination, but after a heart-to-heart with Mack, she decided to keep the baby. However, Charity isn’t ready for everyone to know – so imagine her horror when she finds out Mack has told Moira… “Charity knows that she’s not the greatest mum in the village, so I don’t think she can really handle the idea of letting everyone know that she’s pregnant,” explains actress Emma Atkins, who plays her. “There’d be a lot of scepticism and judgement.” This is just the beginning of a huge journey for Charity and Mack as they cope with twists and turns. For Emma, the chance to play another…

INSIDE Gossip EXTRA! Cindy & Grace Having these two move in together was a no-brainer – and Zara will end up in that mix as well. They’ll support each other in a way that only they can, over too many bottles of Pinot Grigio! But actually, they will find an unlikely friendship that moves them forward. The McQueens When it comes to Silas, a few people have said, “Why now?” But we felt as if the story was perfectly set up with Bobby – it was just too delicious not to do. The McQueens will also be big for us over Christmas. And there has to be a McQueen wedding at some point… The Chen-Williams We’re very excited about this group as a family, and as individuals. Lizzie is an…

BBC1 WEDNESDAY An innocent caravan holiday turns into a full-scale Slater drama this week, as Stacey learns that Jean has been lying to her… The situation unfolds when Stacey heads off for a summer break with her kids, boyfriend Kheerat and ex-husband Martin in tow. Tensions are already running high when Kheerat offers to take Stacey for dinner at a local restaurant – but Stacey is blindsided to see that their waitress is none other than her mum! “It’s a massive shock as Stacey thought Jean was staying with her best mates, the two Wendys!” reveals our Walford insider. “Instead, she’s waiting tables at a restaurant and fending for herself. Given how unwell and vulnerable Jean has been, Stacey is worried sick about her. She’s also quite hurt and angry…

ITV WEDNESDAY Ryan appears in court this week, accused of the robbery at the Bistro – but will he plead guilty and accept his punishment? As he’s formally charged at the police station, Ryan is alarmed to hear from Craig that the CCTV footage is rock-solid evidence that he did it. However, rather than accept that he’s been caught bang to rights, Ryan tries to worm his way out of it… “He tells Debbie they should fake some CCTV footage of an armed robber forcing him to swipe the cash!” gasps our cobbles insider. “The way Ryan sees it, he’s only in this mess because Debbie wanted him to help her claim on the insurance. Now he’s taking the rap for the crime, while Debbie’s getting off scot-free!” Ryan’s furious…

BBC1 TUESDAY This is your first look at the new faces set to shake up Walford in the coming months, as teens Denzel and Nugget make themselves at home! Howie’s teenage son Denzel has recently come to stay with his dad and Kim while his mum is away, while Ravi’s boy Davinder – Nugget, to his friends – rocks up on the Square this week. Denzel quickly catches the eye of schoolgirl Amy, who’s eager to impress him. But is he interested in her, too? “Let’s just say that both Denzel and Nugget are typical teenage boys, and their main aim in life is to cause trouble!” teases our Walford insider. “Amy is an impressionable young girl with her first proper crush, and she’s desperate for Denzel to reciprocate. But…

Newcomer Glenda plays matchmaker for Sean this week – when she tracks down the guy he was flirting with at a recent wake! It soon becomes clear that Sean is pining for handsome dentist Laurence following their meeting, so Glenda offers to contact him on her pal’s behalf. But is Sean ready to move on after his nasty ex, Frank, turned out to be such a let-down? “When it comes to love, Sean is the eternal optimist!” points out our Street spy. “No matter how many times he gets his heart broken, he believes that Mr Right is just around the corner. However, now he has Dylan to worry about, and he’s determined to put his son’s needs first.” George is amused to later find Laurence skulking around outside the…

The tension between Rose and Cash continues to simmer this week – and he’s furious when she asks to be rostered on different shifts to him! Frustrated at the ongoing bad feeling between his sister and her colleague, Xander organises a meal, hoping to bring the two together. But when Rose turns up with new man Tex in tow – to prove she has no feelings for Cash – the dinner descends into chaos! Can Rose and Cash get past this for the sake of their working relationship?…

I absolutely love Eve and Suki as a pairing. The chemistry between them is unreal. Suki is such a sharp character and Eve always uses humour as a shield – but when they’re together, they bring out a gentler side in each other. Tess, St Leonards I am thoroughly enjoying the love rivalry between, Eve, Suki and Ash. Eve has the hots for Suki, but doesn’t feel the same for Ash. It’s clear that Suki has taken an interest in Eve, yet she can’t admit her feelings. This was the same outcome when both Ash and Suki had an interest in Peter. It’s already turning into the love triangle of the year – and I’m loving it! Louise When Suki pinned Eve up against her oven, it’s a wonder a…

One of the highlights of Bill’s time on Corrie so far has been Stu’s friendship with Street veteran Ken. And he tells us that getting the chance to work with soap legend William Roache was a big deal for him… “I love Bill Roache, and to work with him was an iconic moment for me,” grins Bill. “Halfway through filming he said to me, ‘Bill, I like what you are doing. I like this character because he’s right for Coronation Street’. He really cares about the show and is invested in them getting the right people and characters in. We had some nice, friendly comic stuff, and I am going to say to the producers, ‘Please give me more scenes with Bill Roache!’”…

Early Years Sharon Watts is the daughter of Den and Angie Watts, who adopted her at the age of three. She wouldn’t meet her biological parents until she was an adult. She was brought up in the Vic, and was often caught in the crossfire between warring Den and Angie. The drama begins! One of EastEnders’ original characters, Sharon caused a stir in early episodes when she wanted to go on the pill. Sharon was a typical teen, and that included following the latest trends. “I think I burnt that pink fluffy jumper!” says Letitia of Sharon’s best-known fashion faux pas. Meet the parents Sharon finally met her birth mother, Carol, in 1990, but the pair failed to bond. Worse was when her dad was revealed to be Kathy’s psychotic…

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This new documentary sees Rev Richard Coles – whose husband David died in 2019 – try a few unconventional activities to help him deal with his grief. We spoke to Richard to find out why… “You would think as a vicar I would know plenty about bereavement,” he begins. “Indeed I do, but as an observer. When it actually happened to me, I found that I wasn’t very well equipped for dealing with it.” From laughter yoga and playing with alpacas to surfing, skydiving and even a ‘grief cruise’, Richard tried out the gamut of therapies designed to help the bereaved. And he admits to a shock favourite… VICARS AREN’T ALLOWED TO BE ANGRY – BUT, OF COURSE, I WAS…” “The one I liked most of all, funnily enough, was…

ACROSS 4 Group of students taught by Corrie’s Daniel Osbourne (5)9 Elle __, actress who plays Amy Barlow in Corrie (8)10 & 21D He left Chester for Canada after his father Luke’s sudden death (6,6)11 & 8D Former Walford resident who shopped his attacker – and uncle – Ben Mitchell to the cops (5,5) 12 & 44A Former addict who attended the funeral of her pal Jade in Emmerdale (4,8)14 __ O’Brien, star behind Corrie’s Sarah Barlow (4)15 __ buns, sticky treats sold at Roy’s Rolls in Corrie (4)16, 37A & 34D Alcoholic teacher in Hollyoaks (4,4,7)17 She was the estranged Mrs Paul Robinson in Neighbours! (6)18 Jac __, died in the final episode of Holby City (6) 19 __ Branning, Walford icon who moved to Ireland (3) 22 First…

Paramount+ SECRET HEADQUARTERS While hanging out after school, Charlie and his friends discover the headquarters of the world’s most powerful superhero hidden beneath his home. When villains attack, they must team up to defend the headquarters and save the world! Starring Owen Wilson and Jesse Williams. DIGITAL GOOD GRIEF – SERIES 2 In this hilarious second series, Ellie embraces her inner ‘girl boss’ at the funeral home, while sister Gwen’s been away in Bali. On her return, Gwen discovers she’s been kicked out of home! Ellie must decide whether to intervene, or let Gwen handle it… Available on Sundance Now via Amazon Prime. BOOK THE RAGGED HEIRESS by Dilly Court Lucetta Froy wakes up in a hospital bed, remembering nothing. She’s taken home by two men claiming to be her…

Do... Strike while the iron’s hot! Like Suki, terrified Little Mo reached for the nearest object when evil husband Trevor attacked. The weapon just happened to be Pauline’s iron, but it just wasn’t enough to smooth out Trevor, who miraculously survived! Don't... Forget to check for a pulse! When evil Gavin attempted to blackmail Claudette, our Miss Scarlett went full Cluedo on him with the candlestick in the drawing room. She dragged his body to the cellar, but the old snake slithered off into the night! Do... Find a willing scapegoat! Poor Matthew was in the wrong place at the wrong time when his boss Steve clobbered unhinged ex, Saskia, to death with an ashtray. After convincing Matt to help him bury the body, Steve framed the DJ for a…

Kat and Phil’s wedding day looks set to end in chaos – as Alfie Moon returns to wreak havoc! As predicted by Inside Soap, Kat’s ex will crash the ceremony in a big way, judging by the look of horror on the bride’s face! And, given that her gorgeous frock ends up covered in mud, it doesn’t seem as though she and Phil will get their happy-ever-after… “Poor Kat looks as if she’s been dragged through a hedge backwards – just what every bride wants on their wedding day!” despairs our Walford insider. “She appears gobsmacked to see Alfie, whose track record speaks for itself. Will he ruin her big day?” Our sneak pictures of the EastEnders cast filming on location in north London show that Phil will spare no…

Had his Phill! Corrie has confirmed that Jamie Kenna has left the role of Fiz’s jilted husband Phill. “I couldn’t keep Fiz and Tyrone apart any longer – the modern-day Jack and Vera are reunited,” he grins. Dial B for Bree! Home and Away is to welcome new medic Bree, played by Juliet Godwin, who loves surfing when she’s not treating patients. And from what we hear, there is more to Bree than meets the eye… Pages for the ages! Emmerdale is set to release a brand-new book in September to mark the soap’s 50th anniversary. Treats inside include family trees, a special map, plus bespoke artwork for locations in the village.…

ITV WEDNESDAY There’s a new love rat on the loose in Emmerdale this week – as Kit sleeps with both Laurel and Gabby! The handsome physio has put the sparkle back into singleton Laurel’s life over the past few weeks, yet it turns out he is still very busy on the dating apps, where he catches Gabby’s eye. With no thought for Laurel, Kit – going by the name Chris – sweeps Gabby off her feet. However, just as he wakes up in Gabby’s bed the following morning, Laurel drops round to see her stepdaughter… “Can you even imagine finding out you and your step-mum are bedding the same bloke?” gasps our Dales insider. “It’s not easy to score high in the Emmerdale love-rat race, though Kit’s efforts are podium-worthy.…

COME BACK, ZOE! Kat’s eldest fled Walford after Dirty Den’s murder to start a new life in Ibiza, and we’ve not seen her since. It’s high time Zoe visited to mend fences with her mum. It’d be interesting to see her catch up with accomplice Sam after that Valentine’s night killing… COME BACK, SEAN! Every time Sean pops in for a scene or two, it reminds us why he’s one of our favourite EastEnders characters. Throwing Sean into the Slater house would be fascinating. We’d also like to see his dynamic with Eve, given the tension of their first meeting! COME BACK, LITTLE MO! With news that son Freddie is heading home, it has to be time for Little Mo to make her comeback. Not only would she have her…

Channel 5 THURSDAY There’s a musical interlude in Home and Away this week, when Tane and Felicity find a band performing an impromptu gig on their front lawn! Tane is annoyed at the noisy interruption, so imagine his shock when his girlfriend starts embracing the band, informing him that they’re her old friends from the city. And things only get worse once she invites them to stay the night. Jacqui Purvis, who plays Flick, tells us the band are here to spice things up… Hi, Jacqui! Tell us about these band members who rock up… They’re from Felicity’s past, and she’s been friends with them for a while. One of them, Eden, is Flick’s best mate, so they’re really close. The band is fun – they’re here to bring a…

Grieving Grace swears to make DeMarcus pay for killing Saul – and this week, she even goes as far as to buy a gun! While viewers know that the teenager wasn’t the one who stabbed PC Saul, all the evidence points towards him, so he’s gone on the run. Zoe begs Felix to turn his son over to the police before Grace tracks him down, terrified of what she might do when she finally catches up with him. So will Felix persuade DeMarcus to hand himself in? Or will armed Grace get to him first?…

FAIR CITY The focus is very much on Anto’s addiction this week, as his urge to gamble sees him become more manipulative and destructive. He dodges his meetings, cons Jon into placing a bet for him, and tries to involve Tommy in online gambling. Hayley’s attempts at tough love lead to Anto bitterly lashing out – and the scales fall from Sharon’s eyes as she takes decisive action! THE ARCHERS We find Tracy and Chelsea both struggling and lashing out this week. Chelsea’s recent actions seem set to bite her, while her mum makes the mistake of offloading her stress on the poor cricket team. Meanwhile, Justin frets about his beloved Ruby, and concerned Pat needs a word with Peggy… See TV listings for times & channel details. River City…

NEWS JUST IN I’ve been watching an Aussie show called The Newsreader on BBC2, and I’m sure I recgonise the guy who plays Rob. What else has he been in? Marlene The actor in question is Steve Peacocke, and you may remember him from playing Daryl ‘Brax’ Braxton – the original River Boy – in Home and Away from 2011 to 2016. He was older brother to Heath, Kyle and Casey. WHERE ARE OUR SOAPS? Now that Neighbours has gone (sob!) it’s made me wonder when my other fave shows – Doctors, Casualty and River City – are coming back? Jennifer Casualty has been off for a few weeks thanks to various sporting events, but it will be back on our screens on 13 August – more about that next…

Marlon & Tricia 2003 Tricia wed Marlon in a romantic Valentine’s Day ceremony. However, when Tricia was offered the chance to become a Bollywood star, and temporarily left the village, Marlon cheated on her with Charity! Marlon & Donna 2006 Marlon married Donna in a joint ceremony with Viv and Bob. They were happy, until she cheated with colleague Ross Kirk. Years later, Donna returned with daughter April – dropping the bombshell that Marlon was a dad! Rhona & Paddy 2012 Rhona already had one failed marriage behind her when she and Paddy tied the knot in 2012. They were together until 2016 – then Rhona discovered her hubby had been having an affair with son Leo’s teacher, Tess! Marlon & Laurel 2014 Marlon’s third wedding…

"To be honest, one of the main reasons I went to the audition for Eric was because of this storyline,” explains Hollyoaks star Angus Castle-Doughty, as we sit down with him on the soap’s set in Liverpool to discuss his character’s involvement in radical misogyny. “I’d seen the casting directors the summer before, but that original character was a rugged, gym-going misogynist, and I guess they didn’t think that was me! But then a different incarnation of the character came up, so I had another meeting – and three days later, I was cast.” When we first found out that Eric was Tony’s half-brother, we were excited to meet him and find out more. But over the course of the past few weeks and months, it’s become clear that Eric…

Star Ellie has been playing Corrie’s Faye for 12 years – and she’s only just turned 21! With many cobbles dramas under her belt already, answering our reader questions is a breeze… “Are your family big fans of Corrie? And what do they make of Faye?” My grandma, grandad and my nana watch Corrie all the time. They used to say, “She’s horrible, that Faye, she’s not a nice kid!” But they’re realising she’s just had a really hard time and they feel a bit sorry for her. My parents find it hard to watch every episode, they don’t get home from work until late, and we don’t make a big deal about watching my big scenes. I’ve been there nearly 12 years, so it’s just normal life. “What did…

TOWER POWER Filming is under way on a second series of ITV drama The Tower. The news was flagged via Instagram by Emmett J Scanlan, who stars as cop DI Kieran Shaw alongside Gemma Whelan (DS Sarah Collins), Jimmy Akingbola (DC Steve Bradshaw) and Tahirah Sharif (PC Lizzie Adama) for the new four-part run. COSTUME DRAMA There’ll be another national chorus of the now infamous chant ‘TAKE IT OFF!’ this autumn, as The Masked Dancer returns. Footballer Peter Crouch joins judges Davina McCall, Oti Mabuse and Jonathan Ross while former cohort Mo Gilligan’s on tour – all set to be baffled by the hot-steppers beneath costumes including Odd Socks, Prawn Cocktail and Cactus… TAPE TWO Three years after its debut, BBC surveillance thriller The Capture returns with a new run…

EASTENDERS Mitchells united! CAN PHIL AND SAM PUT THEIR TROUBLES ASIDE TO TEAM UP? YOUR NEXT ISSUE ON SALE TUESDAY 9 AUGUST Ever since she was a little kid, all Sam Mitchell has wanted is for her big brothers Phil and Grant to respect her, and treat her like an equal as opposed to their baby sister. All of her attempts to meet them on an even footing have so far failed – however, could that all be about to change next week? Sam has some information that she knows will be very valuable to Phil, and she offers to help him with his mission. Will Phil agree to let her in? EMMERDALE Charles in trouble! There’s a medical emergency for Charles next week, leaving his loved ones terribly…

Viewers may recall that Priya and Marlon made a touching pact recently – that if he took his first steps on his wedding day, she would don a backless dress and take centre stage on the dance floor. It’s a massive deal for Priya, who hasn’t uncovered the scars on her back since she was injured in the fire started by serial killer Meena. But she sticks to her agreement with Marlon, and throws caution to the wind… “I thought those were lovely scenes, Marlon and Priya are each other’s prop to lean on,” says Mark. “He’s really determined to push her to keep the pact. He knows he’s going to try to do it, but Priya’s a bit more iffy about it. “Marlon really admires Priya because of what…

EASTENDERS As Phil prepares to make Kat ‘Mrs Mitchell’, the clan’s original first lady – mum Peggy – is going to be at the heart of EastEnders again for a flashback episode set in the 70s. Square chiefs have signed up actress Jaime Winstone for the role of Peggy – previously played by the late Dame Barbara Windsor – to transport us back to an era where Phil and Grant were just whippersnappers… “Our audience will embark on a roller coaster journey to the East End of London in 1979, where they’ll delve into the family’s past,” explains Walford boss Chris Clenshaw. “There are twists, turns and secrets revealed. Trouble is never too far away where The Mitchells are concerned!” The episode will feature characters from EastEnders history who have…

Michael, Charity & Debbie Emmerdale When she found out her new bloke Michael had a fiancée, Debbie decided to turn up to his big day. He’d promised to end things, but felt unable to because his fiancée was pregnant. The bride was none other than Debbie’s mum, Charity, who admitted she wasn’t actually preggers. Grant, Tiffany & Louise EastEnders The toxic marriage between Grant and Tiffany hit a new low when he bedded her mum, Louise. Guilt saw Louise end it, but she found it hard to keep resisting her son-in-law. Tiff overheard a row that revealed everything via a baby monitor, and disowned her mum, leaving Grant for good. Jordan, Peri & Leela Hollyoaks Inviting a drug dealer to move in was never going to end…

Channel 5 THURSDAY “What do you think I’ve got exactly? A bar named after my mum who preferred my brothers. A string of exes like Interpol’s Most Wanted. And I’ve got the World’s Worst Mum Trophy sat on my mantlepiece. You try growing up the runt of the litter.” We’re reaching for our tiny violin. “You’re a very handsome man, Zack. If you had a brain, you’d be dangerous.” Who needs brains when you have cheekbones? “You said you wanted your stuff.” “You didn’t have to deliver them – and you really didn’t have to wash and dry them.” “Well, I tumble-dried your jumper to teach you a lesson. It’s probably out of shape, which is only what you deserve. And then I felt bad, so I ironed all the…

Shona and Sarah become suspicious of Stephen this week, after they overhear him losing his rag during a phone call to the bank! It’s after his credit card is declined that Stephen ends up embroiled in an argument with the financial institution in Italy, while Sarah and Shona eavesdrop at the café. But the plot thickens once Stephen is alone – and he uses a card in the name of Mrs Gabrielle Reid to pay his outstanding bill… “It’s clear that Stephen has huge cashflow issues that he’s not yet shared with his family!” reveals our cobbles insider. “We know that Gabrielle was his wife, whom he married in 1999 – though by the way he’s been flirting with Elaine and Yasmeen, we assume the two of them are no…

There’s a storm brewing at the Rovers this week, when Daisy sets her sights on being the pub’s new landlady! Jenny was left in shock after she recently found out that her boyfriend Leo has been offered an exciting new job in Canada. He’s keen to take the position, and would love Jenny to join him over there… But the Rovers landlady is upset that he didn’t discuss the move to Canada with her earlier, and she’s torn about what to do. Daisy urges her to go for it – but Jenny is put out when she overhears Daisy telling Daniel her plans to run the Rovers once Jenny’s gone! Furious Jenny lets rip at Daisy, accusing her stepdaughter of wanting to get rid of her! So will Jenny decide…

ROBINSONS RULE! I recall as a young girl asking the hairdresser to cut my hair like Daphne! Pausing videos to get the right image… But my favourite character is Paul. He always seems to have his family’s best interests at heart, even though the way he goes about things is exceptionally shady. Susan, Edinburgh To mark the end of Neighbours, we asked readers to share their favourite characters, stories and moments with us – and we were inundated with your memories… KARL’N’SUZE 4EVA Alan Fletcher [Karl] came to perform in Birmingham on St Patrick’s Day while I was at university. My housemates and I, excited to have a Neighbours icon in front of us, had a few drinks and announced it was my birthday, after which Alan called me on…

It’s fair to say Eric hasn’t made a good impression on the residents of Hollyoaks! In fact, the only person who’s really in his corner is his sister, Verity. Angus tells us that he and co-star Eva O’Hara have a close friendship in real life, too. However, he’s being careful to make sure that his life isn’t too similar to Eric’s… “Eva and I do have quite a brother-sister relationship,” grins Angus. “I moved up to Liverpool for the show, and I live on my own. There’s been a lot of ways in which life imitates art – so I have to take a step back from it all!”…

CORRIE ’S MARIA Soak up the sun, like Samia, in a pair of airy linen shorts……

While Jimmy’s journey will take him away from Shetland, the plan is for the series to continue with a new lead, in 2023 – as BBC Drama’s executive producer, Gaynor Holmes, has announced. “It’s been a privilege to watch Shetland go from strength to strength – in no small part thanks to Douglas’ memorable portrayal of DI Perez,” she notes. “We’ll miss him enormously, but we’re excited about the plans we have to bring more of this much-loved drama to audiences far and wide…”…

SATURDAY 6 August LES DAWSON: 30 FUNNIEST MOMENTS Channel 5 8PM Another of C5’s two-hour telly celebrations of some of Britain’s most beloved comics brings us the best of Les Dawson tonight. As well as his unique piano skills and legendary facial expressions, the show brings us Les’ earliest surviving TV appearance on 1968’s The Cilla Black Show, his final outing on a 1993 episode of Surprise Surprise, and even giving ABBA a few ideas* by appearing posthumously as a hologram in Les Dawson: An Audience With That Never Was (*not actually true). There’s also home movie footage, classic archive material, and contributions from Les’ family and friends – including wife Tracy and daughter Charlotte, plus Brian Conley, Syd Little, Gloria Hunniford, Anita Harris and Jon Culshaw. LOST TREASURES…

TUESDAY 9 August TOM DALEY: ILLEGAL TO BE ME BBC1 9PM As thousands of athletes prepare for this year’s Commonwealth Games, Tom Daley uses this film to shine a light on how some competitors live in fear of brutality in the very countries they represent. In more than half of the Commonwealth’s 56 member states, it is illegal to be gay, and punishments can include whipping, life imprisonment and death. We follow the champion diver on his journey to countries such as Pakistan – where homosexuality carries a maximum penalty of death by stoning – and Jamaica, talking to top sportspeople who are facing persecution: many speaking anonymously. And drawing on his own experiences, Tom asks what the Commonwealth Games Federation can do to help persecuted athletes feel safe.…

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BULLSEYE! For all the fanfare for the big name returns – the Hollywood blessings of Guy Pearce and Margot Robbie, or the strangely silent Kylie – the true star of the Neighbours finale was Jackie Woodburne. Susan’s final speech about friendship and love, and especially remembering “those who’d gone too soon” packed a real punch. Sleep well, Neighbours. You were just too good for this world. Sandra stalking Rishi was like watching an apex predator at work. Put it on the Discovery Channel. Prediction: Dan will end up as more than just Harriet’s lodger. And if he, er, slides into her room, it’ll free up a nursery for Amelia’s baby! She’s smiling now, but wait till Walford’s Dr Nina is obliged to take a gander at Big Mo’s Farmer Giles.…