Table of contents for 10 - 2020 in Inside Soap UK

“Ben’s story isn’t only about deafness…” We all know the soaps are cracking entertainment, and we might not take them too seriously. But there is another side to them worth highlighting – how they explore certain issues in a way that isn’t just black and white, or a big dump of info. Take this week, as we see EastEnders’ Ben adjust to his hearing-loss. This is not only about deafness, it’s a story of how a person – and importantly those around him – deals with such a huge life change. Similarly in Corrie, Gem and Ches discovered little Aled’s hearing-loss (in that weird soapie way where the same topic turns up in two places – who knew we’d be learning so much about cochelar implants?). This story is equally…

Hi, Amy! This is a tough time for Tracy – what’s it been like for you to play? It’s very easy for me to play the truth of this, because Michelle Hardwick [Vanessa] is so good and we have such a great relationship off screen. My tears are real as I can’t bear to see her cry! Hopefully, the story will show how important family is in this kind of health battle, but also the symptoms to look out for. I do feel proud every day that hearing what alerted Vanessa to her cancer could save someone’s life. Tracy also went through a cancer battle with David – will that help her now? I do feel that it will give her strength in the long run, but it feels like…

Here is your first look at the luxury retirement complex Stillwaters, which Ken and Claudia will soon be able to call home in Coronation Street! Stars William Roache and Rula Lenska, who play the pair, have been spotted filming in the grounds of the plush-looking estate with co-star Malcolm Hebden, whose alter ego Norris is already living there. However, after Ken and Claudia go to visit Stillwaters this week, it appears that he is having second thoughts about leaving the cobbles… “As his daughter Tracy plans a dramatic makeover for No 1, Ken actually pops in on her and Steve with the intention of delaying the sale,” whispers our Coronation Street insider. “He soon realises just how excited the pair of them are about making the house their own, though,…

There’s a PR nightmare for James this week, when the press finds out that he’s gay – and he’s forced to lie to both them and his football club. The story breaks as James’ ex-fling Danny inadvertently outs him on social media and rumours spread. What’s sad is that the developing crisis happens while Aggie is taking the spotlight following her Weatherfield Golden Hearts Awards win. But soon the Bailey clan is supporting James, who is desperate to kill the story. “James is so scared that he can’t tell the truth…” “James has worked hard to keep his sexuality private, and he’s devastated that he’s been exposed by Danny,” explains our Corrie spy. “Coming out publicly should have been his choice, and he feels betrayed and blindsided. The press is…

Parenting four babies continues to take its toll on Gemma this week, as she and the quads head to Speed Daal for a storytime session – and the exhausted young mum nods off in the middle of it. Being out and about with her kids and getting to know other local mums is a positive thing for Gemma to be doing, as she gives motherhood her best shot. But after her son Aled was diagnosed as profoundly deaf, Gemma has beeen piling more and more pressure on herself to keep her little ones happy and healthy – sacrificing her wellbeing in the process. She’s been left shattered, so it’s no surprise when the worn-out woman falls asleep right in the middle of a kids’ group. Fortunately, her fellow mums are…

Finn’s dark side resurfaces again this week, as he launches a vicious attack on his dad, Trent! Finn has been experiencing flashbacks of his old life, and has vowed to get to the bottom of the recollections. After orchestrating a visit to his old mentor, Harry Sinclair, sneaky Finn covertly seeks out details of a storage facility, which may hold the key to unlocking his past… After accessing the unit, he sifts through clues that point to the sinister man he used to be, leaving Finn feeling disturbed. Later, he finally agrees to meet up with Trent again, having discovered the truth concerning his dad’s actions in Colombia. It’s a tense moment for Finn as he faces the father who left him in the hands of South American terrorists. Then,…

Liberty continues to fall even deeper in love with her ex-boyfriend Brody this week, but will he realise what’s going on? The twosome have been thrown together in the wake of Sienna’s departure, and when Brody asks Lib to teach him how to dance this week, it’s clear that she’s head over heels for him. But with Liberty carrying Brody’s baby – which they intend to bring up without Sienna – for how long can the pair deny the obvious spark between them?…

VANESSA’S NEW HORROR! After Rhona’s final showdown with Pierce in Emmerdale, we were then reminded of Vanessa’s heartbreaking cancer diagnosis! What did our viewers make of these dramatic episodes? Wow! What an episode that was – I’m so glad Rhona stood up against Pierce, but then what a kick in the teeth for us to find out about Vanessa. Then again, I don’t think there’s an actress better than Michelle Hardwick to take on this upcoming story. Ollie, Dundee I loved the fallout and the justice Rhona served to Pierce. It was important to see it from Rhona’s perspective and to get that story right. With a mix of Kim and Vanessa thrown in, and how the village found out made it all the more compelling. Chris, Co. Cork But…

As Mark tells us how much he’s enjoying his scenes alongside Dean Andrews (aka Will) and Jeff Hordley (who plays Cain), he reveals that this isn’t the first time he has crossed paths with Dean… “In 2003, Dean and I did a Channel 4 series called Buried, which was set in a prison and about life inside,” says the actor. “I’m a big fan of Dean’s work, and he and Jeff are both terrific actors. My first day was pretty terrifying, seeing all these familiar faces. But everyone’s been great, and Dean and Jeff have both been looking after me. I’m lucky to have fallen into a storyline that involves their characters.”…

Juliet heads down a risky path this week, as she starts dealing drugs! So we nabbed actress Niamh Blackshaw, who plays her, for the lowdown on her alter ego’s dodgy new job… Hi, Niamh! So how on earth does Juliet end up a dealer? Jordan wants Juliet to go to other schools with a batch of drugs to sell to the school children. But Juliet feels sick about it. There’s a lot of pressure on her to protect her family – and Juliet doesn’t want to see anyone getting hurt. Is Jordan threatening her? He is, but Juliet doesn’t know that it’s him. She thinks that Jordan’s on her side, and she trusts him as Jordan always seems to be trying to do what’s best for her. But it will…

He’s tackling a legendary play next, but there was a time when Tristan had his shot at a legendary part – James Bond. He was one of the actors considered for the role of 007 after Pierce Brosnan retired as Bond and Daniel Craig was yet to be cast. So now Daniel Craig is hanging up his tuxedo, will Tristan be throwing his hat in the ring again? “The problem is that I was a bit too young to play James Bond then, and I’m a bit too old now,” he chuckles. “I’ve been scuppered by Daniel Craig! “This was before I even did Casualty – I’d only been in a couple of things, including London’s Burning,” adds Tristan. “I think I was one of 500 people they saw for…

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WE WERE SO DISMAYED WHEN writers and stars Charlie and Daisy May Cooper announced that the third of their rural comedy series would be the last, but the more of it we see, the more convinced we are that they’re absolutely right to go out on a high. This final run has been full of comic moments that have left us gasping for breath – we’re still recovering from Kurtan describing the channel Dave as “made by knuckle-draggers for knuckle-draggers” – and that sensation continues this week, as Kerry becomes an unlikely member of the vicar’s local book club……

TAKING FLIGHT After a Xmas pilot (pardon the pun), Holly Willoughby and Bradley Walsh will be back on BBC1 with a series of Take Off With Bradley And Holly, offering chances for an unforgettable trip… BOMB DIGGY Line Of Duty’s Vicky McClure has signed up to star in new ITV thriller Trigger Point. The series will focus on a bomb disposal squad, led by Lana Washington – who quickly becomes convinced a bomber is specifically targeting her team. THERE FOR YOU It’s official – the cast of Friends will reunite for a one-off unscripted special (we think that means a chat show?) later this year. It will air on HBO Max in the US in May – we’ll let you know once a UK broadcaster snaps it up……

CASUALTY Connie Beauchamp.......... Amanda Mealing Rosa Cadenas......................... Jacey Sallés Faith Cadogan...................... Kirsty Mitchell Charlie Fairhead.............. Derek Thompson Noel Garcia.......................... Tony Marshall Ethan Hardy.................... George Rainsford David Hide................................ Jason Durr Archie Hudson..................... Genesis Lynea Jan Jenning............................... Di Botcher Dylan Keogh.......................... William Beck Marty Kirkby................ Shaheen Jafargholi Jade Lovall.......................... Gabriella Leon Lev Malinowski.......................... Uriel Emil Rash Masum........................... Neet Mohan Jacob Masters....................... Charles Venn Robyn Miller................ Amanda Henderson Will Noble................................. Jack Nolan Lavendar Spark...................... Sian Webber Ruby Spark................................ Maddy Hill CORONATION STREET Dev Alahan........................ Jimmi Harkishin Adam Barlow...................... Sam Robertson Aggie Bailey......................... Lorna Laidlaw Eddison Bailey....... Trevor Michael Georges James Bailey..................... Nathan Graham Michael Bailey....................... Ryan Russell Amy Barlow.......................... Elle Mulvaney Ken Barlow......................... William Roache Peter Barlow....................... Chris Gascoyne Leanne Battersby................... Jane Danson Toyah Battersby.................... Georgia Taylor Emma Brooker............... Alexandra Mardell Chesney Brown..........................…

THE TOOTH HURTS! Ex-EastEnders star Sid Owen (Ricky Butcher) underwent emergency facial surgery recently, after he was hit by a golf ball while on holiday in Thailand! “One minute I’m playing a round, and the next I’m in total agony and on my way to hospital,” revealed Sid. “If it had hit me two inches higher, I’d probably be dead…” PROUD DAD MOMENT Neighbours icon Jason Donovan (who played Scott Robinson) has revealed that he had a rather emotional reaction when he found out that his daughter Jemma had won the role of Harlow in the soap.“I remember getting the phone call from my agent saying, ‘I’ve got some news,’ and I cried,” he admits. “It made me so happy.” Aw – so sweet, Jase! AARON’S KNIFE HORROR Former EastEnder…

NEIGHBOURS Island of doom! NEIGHBOURS RAMPS UP THE DRAMA AS IT CELEBRATES 35 YEARS… Get ready for some massive drama from Down Under, as Neighbours turns 35 next week! As well as the usual daytime episodes – which will see five of our favourite couples tie the knot – we’ll also be treated to five extra action-packed late-night instalments! But as Elly’s pals head to a private island to celebrate her birthday, who’ll fall foul of Finn’s wicked revenge plan? EMMERDALE Paddy’s blunder Paddy’s attempts to cheer up his best pal Marlon result in disaster next week, when someone finds themselves in hospital! And Paddy will make a mistake he could live to regret… CORRIE Will Gemma accept help? HOLLYOAKS Darren’s secret struggle CASUALTY A new paramedic arrives……

Doctor Ali bids farewell to Weatherfield with a heavy heart this week, after his battle with Gary over Maria spirals wildly out of control! Having learned from Adam that exes Maria and Ali recently slept together, furious Gary plots a sickening revenge that involves arranging his love rival’s drink to be spiked with diazepam – the same drug that addicted Ali has spent months trying to kick. To Gary’s horror, though, his plan to turn Maria against her ex-boyfriend goes too far when Ali collapses and is rushed to hospital! However, that’s just the start of the drama, as desperate Ali later kidnaps Maria in a twisted attempt to make her see Gary for the villain he truly is… “Ali knows Gary is a wrong’un, but he needs Maria to…

On the few occasions that Chantelle and Kheerat have had a chance to chat and not be interrupted by Gray, it would seem that Kheerat has taken a shine to his neighbour. This week, he goes so far as to offer her a job working with him – however, Chantelle declines on the basis that she’ll soon return to work at the salon with Denise. But after Gray discourages the idea of Chantelle returning to work – and Denise admits that she no longer needs her on a full-time basis – Chantelle ends up accepting Kheerat’s offer. Is it possible that the Panesar businessman might become Chantelle’s knight in shining armour?…

EastEnders bosses are to introduce a new character, Frankie, as part of the on-going plot exploring the additional hearing loss that Ben suffered during the River Thames boat disaster. Actress Rose Ayling-Ellis – who is deaf in real life – has been cast in the role, with Frankie set to appear on screen in the coming weeks. “I am so excited to be joining the cast of EastEnders, and I am equally proud to be one of the first deaf actresses to be part of this iconic soap,” beams the star, who has appeared in Casualty and the TV mini-series Summer Of Rockets. “I can’t wait for everyone to meet Frankie!” Viewers have already begun to see the effects of Ben’s hearing difficulties on screen, with sound techniques being used…

While Whitney suffers one of the darkest periods of her life – banged up for stabbing stalker Leo King to death – EastEnders star Shona McGarty is having a whale of a time playing her alter ego’s gritty story. “It’s the most dramatic thing that Whit’s ever been through – but as Shona, I loved filming it,” enthuses the star, who will mark 12 years in Walford this year. “I loved killing him [Leo] and I loved working with Tom [Wells, who played him]. “I said to Tom, ‘Just go for it, throw me around’. We spent a lot of time going through our lines as we had a lot of physical stuff, so I wanted him to feel comfortable with being quite rough.” With Whitney’s hopes of being found…

There’s going to be a big change for Aggie Bailey this spring, as she returns to work as a nurse. The kindly matriarch had stepped back from the job after a patient died in her care and shook her faith in her ability – however, she’s going to brave a comeback. For Corrie’s Lorna Laidlaw, it will be an interesting new direction for her character. “I’ve been filming scenes in my lovely nurse’s uniform,” she explains. “For me, it was important for Aggie to go back to nursing. I really wanted somebody in the family to have noticeably been university-educated. I wanted Aggie to come from that background. Nursing is also a vocation, and we know there’s a great story for why she left.” Sadly for Lorna, the new nursing…

“ Ian had a fancy for Sharon recently, and it would be great for two of EastEnders’ original characters to get together… but it should be Sharon and Kathy! What better than a big Walford wedding for the show’s 40th anniversary?” …reckons reader Mila from Holland “Now all that Pierce nonsense is over, can we have Emmerdale’s Kim and Rhona as mates again? They were much more interesting that way than when they were sniping at each other. Plus, Kim needs a mate to remind people she’s not a monster!” …suggests reader Delia from Chiswick “While he’s convinced Maria that he’s the good guy, maybe it’ll take the woman who really knows Corrie’s Gary, his mum Anna, to see his true colours and expose him – as much as it’ll…

How do you feel about Robbo being killed off, Jake? I think it’s what the character deserves. All Robbo wants to do is protect those he loves – Jasmine, Tori and Grace – so it’s quite fitting that after the journey we’ve been on with him, he pays the ultimate sacrifice to keep them alive. What made you decide to leave Home and Away? It’s good to go out while people still enjoy the character, and while I’m still enjoying playing him. Also, there’s not a whole heap more they can do with Robbo. If we pushed it out for a bit longer, people would get bored of the character. How do you feel about leaving the show? I’m sad to leave it behind. We film for 10 hours a…

There’s further hurt for Linda this week, when she finds Mick searching for hidden alcohol. Despite Linda continuing to do her best to combat her demons, the trust between the couple has been broken, and Mick can’t help but worry. It’s Stuart who offers Linda support when he spots her at an AA meeting, and realises she’s finding it tough to stay sober. They have a troubled past, but Stuart understands what Linda is going through. Can he help her to stay clean?…

PRETTY & PINK I absolutely loved the dress that Bethany wore for Sarah’s hen party in Coronation Street. Can you tell me where I can get one? Ruby This pink puff-sleeved velour dress is from H&M, and is on sale for £24. It comes in black too – but be quick, because they’re both selling out fast! LOOKS FAMILIAR In a recent episode of EastEnders, I recognised the police officer interrogating Whitney called DCI Morgan. Do you know what other shows this actress has appeared in? Cleo DCI Morgan is played by Hannah Daniel, and she  was also on the show in  August last year when she investigated Phil’s attack. More recently, Hannah was in the television show Keeping Faith. In 2018, Hannah also starred in Holby City as Leah…

“Lucy Robinson just keeps coming back bigger, better and stronger, every time!” asserts Neighbours star Melissa Bell, who first played her role as the iconic character almost 30 years ago. “I love Lucy – I started playing her when I was very young, so every time I get asked to return and reprise her, it’s such a privilege. I’m so proud to be a part of Neighbours history!” As global head honcho of Lassiters – and Paul Robinson’s little sister – Lucy will always have strong links to Erinsborough. But while it was business that brought her back this time around, Lucy has found herself embroiled in a rather unexpected love affair, after reconciling with her former flame, Mark Gottlieb. And Melissa tells us that she’s a huge fan of…

WIT AND WISDOM “No one cheats a Dingle and gets away with it!” Mandy “I’ve got a bit of a cash flow problem. As in there is none.” Mandy “You’re a deluded ex who missed the bus years ago!” Chas “Stick your chin on the end of this [WHACK!].” Mandy THE KEY RELATIONSHIPS PADDY KIRK A county-sized crush on Dave Glover aside, Paddy was the true first love of Mandy’s life. His considered approach to life was the natural antidote to Mandy’s ‘punch now, worry later’ policy. The pair insist it’s all over these days, but retain a fondness... THE DINGLES First arriving for cousin Tina’s wedding, Mandy’s all about family. Uncle Zak fast became her surrogate dad, and she selflessly (for once) spearheaded Marlon’s release campaign while filling in…

Married at last! EMMERDALE STAR LIAM FOX WEDS… Anyone who’s ever planned a wedding knows that it can take some time to get all the preparations in place – but spare a thought for Emmerdale’s Liam Fox (Dan), whose journey to the altar was longer than most! He wed fiancée Joanna Hudson last month, after the pair first met 27 years ago! “It did feel like a long time coming,” Liam admitted after the ceremony. “We got engaged last April and now we’re married, which might seem a bit rushed to some people, but it just felt like it was meant to be. We could have had 15 kids by now if we’d got together then!” There’s still time, Liam… Out of the Bleu! THE FORMER…

Make sure you stretch properly for your Friday night in front of the TV this week, because it’s Sport Relief again! From 7pm on BBC1, the presenting team of Alex Scott, Rylan Clark-Neal, Oti Mabuse, Emma Willis, Tom Allen, Maya Jama, Paddy McGuinness and Gary Lineker will guide us through an evening of fund-raising fun – including the return of Battle Of The Channels, where teams of celebs representing the BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Sky will take part in a boat race on the waters of Salford Quays. When we heard that one of the contenders on Team ITV was Isabel Hodgins – aka Emmerdale’s Victoria – we booked in some time to chat with her during training to find out how it was all going… “Today was the…

The first series of Race Across The World saw teams attempt to make it from London to Singapore by land and sea with only the cash equivalent of a one-way airfare. The show returns this week to race again, this time from Mexico City to Ushuaia in Argentina – with a new batch of duos ready to rough it on the way. Inside TV chatted to brother-and-sister team Dom and Lizzie to find out more… “I think everyone struggled,” reveals Lizzie. “We bickered constantly – he’s my brother, so you kind of do, but I think it must be harder when you’re not blood-related!” Lizzie was a huge fan of the first series, and recruited her brother when she decided to apply for the show in a bid to recapture…

JODI ANASTA (Elly Conway, Neighbours ) OUT Jodi has already confirmed that she’ll be bowing out of Neighbours later this year, to spend more time with her daughter, Aleeia. But now she’s revealed some juicy details about Elly’s exit – and warned viewers that it will be “brutal”. “I don’t have any say in the way I exit the show, but I’m very, very happy with my exit,” she teased. “It will be next-level brutal. I can’t believe I get to do this on television.” Summer STEVE HALLIWELL (Zak Dingle, Emmerdale ) IN There’s good news for the Dingle clan, as Zak is on his way back home! Actor Steve Halliwell took a six-month break from Emmerdale following a heart operation, but…

BULLSEYE! Farewell, Charlotte the Chicken, sacrificed by the Corrie Story Gods, then cheerfully throttled by jealous Geoff and served up, suitably seasoned, to Yasmeen. (We’re sure it’s little comfort that you were, by all accounts, delicious and tender.) But if you now have a wishbone to spare, can we request that someone soon does to Geoff as Geoff did to you – and shove half-a-pound of Paxo where the sun don’t shine? We know that Stacey’s staying away from the Square because of Martin, because of Ben, because of Phil, etc etc etc… But that’s so 2019 – and her mother’s just had the all-clear from cancer. Someone ought to tell Ray what happened to the last bloke who kicked off his Corrie reign of terror with an indecent proposal…

Prior to the boat accident, Ben was already partially deaf in one ear after contracting meningitis as a baby. The stress of coping with his son’s illness is in fact what drove Phil to start drinking – triggering the breakdown of his marriage to Kathy, and years of unrest between father and son. Meanwhile, Ben plunging into the Thames, and the head injury he suffered, is what has caused him to lose his hearing completely in the other ear, hence why he is experiencing additional difficulties.…

Calling the shots! Hollywood heavyweight – and Hugh Jackman’s wife – Deborra-Lee Furness, is set to make a return to Neighbours as a director – 35 years after playing Linda Fielding back in the soap’s early days! Staff wanted! The Woolpack is looking for new tenants! Well, not quite… The real-life Woolie in Esholt, West Yorkshire – where Emmerdale was filmed between 1976 and 1997 – is waving goodbye to its current landlords. Fancy running a pub? Hobble-oaks! Aedan Duckworth has revealed that Ollie has been on crutches in Hollyoaks recently due to a real-life injury from playing football. “I wish I had a cooler story – like I’d done it fighting a grizzly bear!” he laughs.…

“Tell me, Peter, what are you going to do when me and Steve move in here? Go to live at Roy’s with Carla – two nutters and an alky under one roof ? Are you sure you can handle the stress of trying to buy a property? I don’t want you taking to the bottle again, or Carla cracking up taking to the streets in her bare feet.” Oh Tracy love, don’t ever change! “Look at all them front doors, all them families getting on with their lives. And they are just today’s families – there’s more families before them, and more families before them. All gone now. More dead people than alive people.” To be honest, Daniel’s tribute to 35 years of EastEnders needed a bit of cheering up.…

There’s another furious showdown in store for Alya and Geoff this week, as she works out that he’s behind the damning online reviews for Speed Daal. But yet again it’s Yasmeen who suffers, as her abusive husband claims that Alya is troublemaking, forcing Yasmeen – still unable to believe that Geoff is capable of such a thing – to stand against her granddaughter. So when Geoff proceeds to suggest to Yasmeen that they ought to make a fresh start abroad, has Geoff finally succeeded in alienating his poor wife from all those who truly care about her? “Geoff’s vindictiveness is totally out of control!” “Geoff’s vindictiveness is totally out of control!” spits our Corrie spy. “Alya’s well aware that something’s not right with his and Yasmeen’s marriage, and Geoff knows…

FAIR CITY Orla and Wayne clash over Junior returning to school this week – and later, Orla decides to go back to work. But will Wayne do the same? Elsewhere, Anto begs Hayley to shut down the money-lending business, and Melanie tries to stop her habit of sleepwalking… RIVER CITY Lenny and Alex try to run dangerous Rory out of town this week – but just as they thought they’d got rid of him, the situation suddenly turns into a life-or-death matter. Meanwhile, poor Bob struggles to cope with his recent ordeal. Plus, Stevie makes a gesture to Poppy… THE ARCHERS It’s Natasha and Tom’s wedding anniversary this week, but that soon becomes insignificant when something unexpected rocks the village. Meanwhile, Freddie continues to ignore Lynda’s repeated attempts to apologise.…

We’ve only just met the mysterious DI Malone, but already it’s clear that he’s not a man to be messed with! His ominous appearance in Emmerdale village has left convicted gangster Will visibly shaken – and as it transpires that the two men share a shady past, we can’t help but fear what menacing Malone might have in store for the former hard man and his co-conspirator, Cain. “You wouldn’t want to lock horns with Malone – he’s dastardly!” Meanwhile, the actor behind the crooked cop is already a familiar face, with Mark Womack having popped up on our television screens many times over the years, in series including Liverpool 1 and Merseybeat. He also happens to be married to former EastEnders star Sam Womack – best known and much-loved…

Melissa joined Neighbours as a teenager in 1991, and was the third actress to play Lucy. She was at the heart of the Robinson clan throughout many huge stories, and has great memories of being on the show at that time… “I really loved working with Anne Haddy, who played my screen gran, Helen Daniels,” she tells us. “She was a beautiful person, and I learnt so much from her. As I was quite young when I started, Anne took me under her wing and we formed a connection. “Plus, I always love working with Stefan [Dennis, who plays her screen sibling Paul],” adds Melissa. “What I love is that I can walk back in and pick up where we left off. That’s true friendship, isn’t it?”…

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I’ve been watching Deadwater Fell on Channel 4 – that’s really gripping. I love the anachronistic timeline with the flashbacks, it’s really compelling. It reminds me a bit of Broadchurch, but maybe that’s because it stars David Tennant! It’s also like a dark version of Maggie Cole, being about village life and everyone living in each other’s pockets. I can relate to that. Schitt’s Creek on Netflix is so good – I’m obsessed with Catherine O’Hara, I think she’s a genius. I love the way she talks in that clipped accent! I can’t wait for the final series to come out in the UK – I think it’s on Netflix US at the moment, and it’s killing me because I can see it on Instagram and I’m like, “I want…