Table of contents for 16-2025 in Inside Soap UK

This issue we bring you an exclusive chat with Jack P Shepherd, as he looks back on 25 years of playing David Platt in Corrie. Can you believe he’s been on the cobbles for a quarter of a century? He barely seems old enough! But I guess when you start out as a child actor, it’s easy to notch up a decade here and there without even realising. “Would David cope in the Big Brother house?” Jack’s long been an Inside Soap favourite, so we were thrilled that he managed to squeeze in our chat before he entered the Celebrity Big Brother house. You can read what Jack had to say for himself over on p42, and find out if he can picture David sticking around for another 25 years…

Glamorous Daisy and bookish Daniel were total opposites, but their initial frostiness turned to flirting and she dumped boyfriend Ryan to be with Ken’s cultured son. The couple got engaged after Daisy had the all-clear from a cancer scare, triggering painful memories for Daniel of his late wife Sinead’s battle with the disease. Daisy’s wedding day was wrecked when her obsessed stalker Justin took revenge for her rejecting him. Ryan became the accidental victim of his acid attack. Bonded by trauma, Daisy and Ryan had an affair, putting the kibosh on her and Daniel – for a while… On the verge of reconciling with Daisy, Daniel’s head was turned by the return of old flame Bethany, and they rekindled their romance. Daniel believed Daisy was pregnant with his baby, and…

Begin the lesson Comedian Jon Richardson has joined the cast of Waterloo Road ahead of the show’s next term to play a new member of the staff room – with bosses promising laughter, tears and mayhem! Eileen’s thriving The son of former Corrie star Eileen Derbyshire, who played Emily Bishop for over 50 years, has let fans know his mum is “well looked after and happy”. Journalist Oliver Holt said Eileen, now 93, moved into a care home for retired performers. Amanda arrives A character returns to Neighbours this week after a whopping 38 years. Jane’s mum Amanda Harris will surprise her daughter by moving into Eirini Rising, with actress reprising the role she first played in 1987.…

Hi Natalie! Welcome back to soap. What do you make of Danielle? She’s a very interesting character, and you never know what you’re going to get. Danielle is aware that all isn’t well with her marriage, but I don’t think she’s thinking it’s anything more than the strains of a long-term relationship. How does she react when she finds out Todd is gay? She’s shocked because Danielle and Theo were brought up in the church, so for her this is something she’s opposed to. At the same time, she thinks if Todd’s gay then somebody has been covering up for someone – and jumps to the conclusion that Sarah could be the problem. She’s quick to warn Sarah off Theo, isn’t she? Family is everything to Danielle, and also the…

Debbie panics about the health of baby Laila this week, after she runs a temperature while in Debbie’s care! While babysitting Laila, distressed Debbie notices she feels hot and decides to take her to the doctor with Laila’s birth mum Dee-Dee. After tests at Weatherfield General, the doctors there manage to bring Laila’s temperature down, but not before Debbie notices that the formula milk that she gave to the newborn is intended for older babies. Could Debbie be to blame for Laila becoming unwell?…

The mark of a true friend! Vanessa has been an absolute nightmare in Emmerdale lately, but I laughed so much at her and Rhona in the Woolie loos, going from rowing, to chucking up and making up! Their friendship feels so genuine and it’s always endured, no matter what. Hope it stays like that! Jools, Chester WE NEED A HERO! I’m so happy to see Dodger back in Hollyoaks village where he belongs! Loved seeing him meeting his new bonkers Blake family members. Imagine seeing the twin of your dead father out of the blue! But the real highlight was seeing him reunited with Sienna. Their relationship has always been messed up, but I hope he’ll be the one to realise she’s being secretly drugged. Gemma, Enfield We’re counting on…

"I'll wipe surfaces down, but I ain’t putting my chef’s hat on!” warned Corrie star Jack P Shepherd, ahead of entering the Celebrity Big Brother house last week. At the time of speaking to him, we’d only heard rumours that he was taking part in the latest series of the ITV reality show – and while he couldn’t confirm or deny the rumours, Jack did hint at what kind of housemate he was likely to make! While Jack was hoping to win over his fellow celeb contestants and, indeed, the public, we already know what a hit he is on Corrie. The 37-year-old star – who has been playing David Platt since he was 12 – sat down with us to chat all things Weatherfield as he marks an incredible…

Inside Soap has never been more thrilled to receive a casting announcement than when we heard that telly fave Alex Walkinshaw was joining EastEnders. We’ve spoken with Alex a lot over the years, chatting to him about his roles as Smithy in The Bill, Jez on Waterloo Road and, of course, Fletch in Holby City (see over the page for a recap!). Alex has dressed up as Superman for one of many photo shoots, danced the night away at the Inside Soap Awards, and is an all-round gent. So, when we were able to grab him for a chat during a break in filming for EastEnders, we immediately jumped at the chance… Welcome back to the pages of Inside Soap! Is there a part of you that thought you might…

SIENNA “She was her best friend, and sometimes her worst enemy! Despite the endless falling out, they cared about each other. And it’s better to be friends with Sienna than rivals!” DAMON “He’s a close second to Dodger as the love of her life, but Maxine messed it up! She lied about dying, but had Munchausen’s so was genuinely unwell – just not with what she said she had…” MERCEDES “They had a few catfights over the years! Maxine and Mercedes teamed up at the end, which Jen [Metcalfe] and I thought was funny because they hated each other in the past!” SCOTT “Maxine admired him more than anyone. He went through a lot and faced it with strength and resilience. They were like brother and sister, and both came out…

Chess Masters: The Endgame BBC2, 8pm With David Howell, Sue Perkins and Anthony Mathurin. 999: The Critical List Channel 4, 9pm Operating theatre coordinator Niki is juggling the busiest month in five years for A&E. The Feud 5, 9pm After anonymous threats, Emma installs a CCTV camera. Rupert Penry-Jones and Jill Halfpenny star. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 1.20-1.30pm BBC Newsline/ Weather 10.35 Kinahan: The True Story Of Ireland’s Mafia 11.35 Have I Got A Bit More News For You 12.20am Just Act Normal 12.55 Just Act Normal 1.40-6.00 BBC News BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 1.20-1.30pm Reporting Scotland/ Weather 6.25-6.50 Scotland’s Home Of The Year 11.20 Sportscene: SWPL Highlights 11.50 Just Act Normal 12.25am Just Act Normal 1.10 Weather For The Week Ahead 1.15-6.00…

Jeopardy! ITV, 3pm Stephen Fry welcomes two new contestants as they take part in the legendary quiz show. Bad Dog Academy Channel 4, 8pm Nick Grimshaw hosts as owners of a cockapoo guilty of incessant barking get some help. The Yorkshire Vet 5, 8pm Huddersfield vet Martin Paterson heads into Ukraine in an ambulance loaded with supplies. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 10.40pm Stephen Rea: The Fire In Me Now 11.45 How Safe Are Our Nurseries? 12.15-1.15am Who Do You Think You Are? BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 11.15pm Bargain Hunt 12.00-1.00pm First Minister’s Questions 7.00-7.30 River City 10.40 How To Win The Champions League 11.25 Scotcast 11.55 Who Do You Think You Are? 12.55am Our Changing Planet: Restoring Our Rivers 1.55 Weather For The…

Casualty Rida Amaan ........................................... Sarah SeggariFlynn Byron................................................................ Olly RixFaith Cadogan .....................................Kirsty MitchellIain Dean ..................................... Michael StevensonTeddy Gowan .................................................Milo ClarkeIndie Jankowski ...........................Naomi WakszlakJan Jenning ..................................................... Di BotcherDylan Keogh .............................................. William BeckRash Masum............................................... Neet MohanJacob Masters ........................................ Charles VennSiobhan McKenzie .................................Melanie HillCam Mickelthwaite ...........................Barney WalshStevie Nash .............................................Elinor LawlessNgozi Okoye.............................................. Adesuwa OniNicole Piper ...................................Sammy T DobsonSean Redmond.......................................Seth SomersJodie Whyte ......................................................Anna Chell Coronation Street Aadi Alahan.............................................. Adam HussainAsha Alahan............................................. Tanisha GoreyDev Alahan...........................................Jimmi HarkishinIzzy Armstrong ......................... ..Cherylee HoustonDee-Dee Bailey ...Channique Sterling-Brown Ed Bailey ..........................Trevor Michael GeorgesJames Bailey......................................Jason CallenderMichael Bailey ............................................Ryan RussellRonnie Bailey ...........................................Vinta MorganAdam Barlow ............................. Samuel RobertsonAmy Barlow ............................................... Elle MulvaneyKen Barlow ............................................William RoacheLeanne Battersby ...................................Jane DansonSam Blakeman........................................ Jude RiordanLauren Bolton................................................... Cait FittonJoseph Brown ...............................William FlanaganJulie Carp .................................Katy Cavanagh-JupeCarla Connor ....................................................Alison KingJenny Connor .........................Sally Ann MatthewsLiam Connor ..................................Charlie WrenshallMaria Connor ..................... Samia LongchambonRyan Connor…

BULLSEYE! The outpouring of love for Debbie and, indeed, actress Sue Devaney, has been quite staggering – but not a surprise. We love the comedy she brings to the Street, but the fact of the matter is that Debbie’s heartbreaking diagnosis can touch anyone at any time. The scenes of her finding out, intercut with classic Corrie, were executed brilliantly. Do milkman really offer drunk folk a lift home at daybreak? What if they sick up all over the fresh dairy? Blerk! Boozing through grief was a sadly a theme in the soaps this week. www.drinkaware.co.uk Gabby: I won’t have my son around guns. See Also. Martin Fowler’s funeral one minute, the Celebrity Big Brother house the next. What a life! And you gave him a job at your GP surgery…

First with the week’s HOTTEST headlines Nigel reveals an enormous secret to shocked Phil this week – he intends to end his own life before his dementia symptoms get worse. As devastated Phil tries to convince his friend to change his mind, Nigel then goes missing, leaving his loved ones fearing the worst… “When Nigel was initially diagnosed, he was pragmatic about it,” says Paul Bradley, who plays Nigel. “It’s come as quite a surprise how quickly his symptoms are worsening. Nigel wants to be in control, so he made a plan that he’d bring into play when things got much worse and he starts to lose parts of himself.” All is revealed Before the bombshell, Walford is getting into the Easter spirit with an egg hunt for the little…

Laura-Jayne snoops behind the soap headlines… John’s true colours were finally revealed last week – as he was exposed as Nate’s killer! Flashbacks showed John encountering Nate just as he was about to exit the village following a violent run-in with Cain. John administered some pain relief, but the injection ended up killing Nate! John’s also been setting up situations to allow him to save the day and be declared a hero. So is John a coldblooded killer? A misguided hero? An adulation-seeking narcissist? As star Oliver Farnworth explains, all will soon be revealed… Hi Oliver! Are you pleased the viewers finally know the truth about John? Yes! For me, the exciting thing is that the viewers find out before anyone else in the village. So it’s letting them into…

ELLA BACK FOR REVENGE The last we saw of Ella she was behind bars, but she might be back as a free woman. We know now she was framed by John, but could she be back for revenge on Liam – who she blames for ruining her chance at a new life? BRAIN TRAUMA In just a few months poor Liam has suffered a bleed on the brain following the limo crash, and was knocked unconscious by Ella’s fury. Although Mack sees Liam’s injuries and thinks he’s been attacked, could the damaged doc have collapsed from a brain injury? JOE NEEEDS ANOTHER ORGAN Mr Kidney-Snatcher himself is back in town circling Dawn, but who’s to say whether Joe’s transplant was a success – perhaps he’s back for another organ? Now…

Frankie and Dillon reconnect with their loved ones this week, as they try to escape Rex and Grace’s clutches. Trapped in the sinister exploitation ring, the teens have turned to drugs to block out the awful things they’re being forced to do. Feeling guilty, Rex encourages Frankie to make amends with her dad. But as she and Darren manage to have a breakthrough, Dillon is drawn back to his ex-lover Lucas. How far will Grace go to stop the pair breaking free from her grasp?…

Martin Fowler laid to rest! It was time for the funeral the Square was dreading as we said a final goodbye to Martin. There wasn’t a dry eye in the house, but just like Stacey, some of you are still finding it hard to say farewell… Martin’s burial must be up there as one of the saddest soap funerals of all time! It had the perfect mix of humour and grief, much like a real funeral. That final moment in the rain where Stacey spoke broke my heart. I was sobbing at the end! Sophie, Blackpool As sad as Martin’s funeral was, I think losing an ordinary bloke like him was a big mistake. You need normal characters, not just the psychos! Seeing all those Fowler gravestones lined up broke…

Looking at Emmerdale’s Sarah Sugden these days is a lot like going back in time and seeing her mum, Debbie. She has the garage overalls, the rebellious streak, the scowl – and now two blokes fighting over her! But Sarah has no clue just how far Jacob and Kammy will go to win her affections. This week the two young men agree to a dirt bike race, much to Sarah’s disgust. As she debates whether her life is worth wasting on either of them, we catch up with actress Katie Hill – who tells us about the consequences of the big race and who might be the champion of Sarah’s heart… Hi Katie! How are things between Sarah and Kammy? They’ve been in a good place. Sarah knows she doesn’t…

Sgt Dale ‘Smithy’ Smith The Bill “My best memories of The Bill are of the briefing room scenes where we were all together, and no one had anything to do apart from the person standing up doing all the hard work, giving the briefing. Honestly, the laughs we used to have, the jokes that used to get told, the stories. The acting got in the way of having a good time because it was just magnificent.” Jeremy ‘Jez’ Diamond Waterloo Road “He was enthusiastic, spontaneous – but as a husband, Jez was a wet blanket [laughs]! Do you know what I mean? He was fun, but he had nothing to back it up. It was the first time I’d ever been a parent on telly, and he had a couple…

Ruby Ashbourne Serkis – daughter of Lord of the Rings star Andy Serkis and Sherwood star Lorraine Ashbourne – plays Jack’s granddaughter Emily. “In the past with her grandad, there was this massive betrayal,” Ruby teases. “It’s something that made her not ever want to be associated with him again, and it’s something that she felt she needed him to pay for. “Let’s just say that Emily is an easy one for the police to pin it on, once they get a bit of a foot in the door. But it’s never that simple in this show…” And Ruby admits she was as glued to the drama as she hopes viewers will be. “I couldn’t put the scripts down, but was only sent them in bitty chunks so I kept…

Prue Leith’s Cotswold Kitchen ITV1, 11.45am The cookery writer is joined by renowned garden designer Mark Lane. Our Dream Farm With Matt Baker Channel 4, 6.05pm Matt helps the National Trust with the search for a new tenant. Sally Lindsay’s Big Quiz Of The 70s 5, 9pm Shaparak Khorsandi and John Thomson join Sally for nostalgic fun and games. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 12.00pm Sportscene: Scottish Cup Semi-Final 3.00-4.30 Snooker: The World Championship BBC1 WALES as Main BBC1 except: 1.15pm A To Z Of TV Gardening 1.30 Attenborough And The Giant Sea Monster 2.30 Scrum VS Live 5.00-5.20 Weatherman Walking: Caldey Island BBC2 N IRELAND as Main BBC2 except: 3.30pm The Chronicles Of Armagh 3.45 The Championship 6.00 Anna Haugh’s Big Irish Food Tour 6.30 Anna…

Stacey & Joe BBC1, 8pm Joe returns to Walford to reprise his role as Mickey Miller for the first time in nearly 20 years. For The Love Of Dogs With Alison Hammond ITV1, 8.30pm More stories from Battersea Dogs and Cats Home. Inside Longleat 5, 8pm A look at how the world’s first safari park outside of Africa was created by the 6th Marquess of Bath. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 10.40pm The Crime I Can’t Forget 11.40 Kinahan: The True Story Of Ireland’s Mafia 12.40am The Repair Shop 1.40-6.00 BBC News BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 1.35-1.45pm Reporting Scotland/Weather 7.00-7.30 River City 11.40 Scotcast 12.10am The Repair Shop 1.10 Weather For The Week Ahead 1.15-6.00 BBC News BBC1 WALES as Main BBC1 except: 1.35-1.45pm…

Beyond Paradise BBC1, 8pm Anne takes a bold step to embrace life fully, and persuades Humphrey to join her for the ride. What’s The Big Deal: Britain’s Best Buys? Channel 4, 8pm Natalie Cassidy puts three robot vacuums to the test. Michael Portillo’s Travel Diaries 5, 9pm Michael Portillo concludes his trip to Milan, exploring the Italian love affair with the car. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 7.30-8.00pm Anna Haugh’s Big Irish Food Tour 12.30am Our Changing Planet: Restoring Our Rivers 1.30-6.00 BBC News BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 7.30-8.00pm Landward 12.30am A View From The Terrace 1.30 Weather For The Week Ahead 1.35-6.00 BBC News BBC1 WALES as Main BBC1 except: 7.30-8.00pm The Dinohunters 10.40 Rewind: 60 Years Of Welsh Pop 11.10 FILM: The…

Daniel’s left with a huge decision to make this week, after Daisy floats the idea of the pair of them making a fresh start together away from Weatherfield! “Daisy and Christina can’t believe how gullible Jenny is” With her windfall from Jenny pending thanks to her catfishing scam, Daisy lies to Daniel that her aunt has gifted her enough money to start a new life elsewhere. But as she begs him to move away with her, will Daniel throw caution to the wind? “The way Daisy sees it, the only things keeping her in Weatherfield right now are Daniel and Bertie,” explains our Corrie spy. “She’s well and truly done with Jenny, and she has no interest in buying back into the Rovers. Daisy thinks if she can persuade Daniel…

Sue Cleaver has filmed her final scenes as Corrie’s Eileen after 25 years. Viewers will see Eileen depart the cobbles this summer, and while her friends and family on the Street will be sad to see her go, off screen, Sue’s pals on the show made sure that she went out in style. “Antony Cotton arranged a lovely dinner out,” she explains. “There were 12 of us and we had a lovely time.” However, the 61-year-old star does admit that the nerves have kicked in as she faces her new life after Corrie. “My final day on the cobbles was so emotional,” she told the panel. “I was feeling very, very wobbly and strange about it. But I literally woke up the next morning, and thought, ‘Yeah, it’s time. That’s…

FAIR CITY • After charming JJ finds a discounted new oven for Vinos, Pete’s wary of being indebted to him – and it’s not long before JJ asks a favour! When Pete botches the car sale that JJ requested, he decides to pay him off, hoping that’ll be the end of their dodgy dealings – but is it? RIVER CITY • Lenny’s scheming family hope to push him to a public outburst as a ploy to get him detained, without realising he’s overheard the plan on CCTV! When furious Lenny’s delusions convince him that Alex won’t stop until he’s dead, will the plan have tragic consequences? THE ARCHERS • There’s excitement at a Bridge Farm event, but Pat is surprised by Helen’s attitude to it. With Lily cricket obsessed, Freddie…

It’s not every day you get two handsome men competing to win you over! And while Sarah might be torn over where her heart lies, Katie seems to have already made her choice… “It’s such a tricky decision!” the actress laughs, before hinting at who she’d like Sarah to be with. “I think she and Jacob do still have feelings for each other. They just haven’t communicated it or found their way to admit it! “I think it would be nice to see them explore their relationship and get back to each other.”…

After almost 13 years of high drama and unforgettable moments, Maxine Minniver was never going to leave Hollyoaks village quietly! As fans reel from her explosive on-screen exit, we couldn’t let this moment pass without a final catch-up with Inside Soap favourite Nikki Sanderson. Pass the tissues, it’s time to bid a fond farewell to her alter ego, much-loved Maxine… Hi, Nikki! You’ll be missed in Hollyoaks, why have you decided to leave? It was such a difficult decision because I love the show, the people, and everything about it. But it gets to a point where you feel a character has done their time, and it’s been fulfilling for me being there for nearly 13 years. I went into acting to play lots of different roles, I feel like…

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Expedition With Steve Backshall BBC2, 8.15pm Steve and the team explore caves in the heart of Borneo. Celebrity Catchphrase ITV1, 7pm Stephen Mulhern hosts the game show, with Ben Bailey Smith, Claire Richards and Lisa Riley. The Piano Channel 4, 9pm Claudia Winkleman, Mika and Jon Batiste bring the search to Brighton Station. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 8.00-9.00pm Forever Home BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 11.40am Sportscene: Scottish Cup Semi-Final Highlights 12.25am The Women’s Football Show 1.00 Doctor Who: Unleashed 1.30 Weather For The Week Ahead 1.35-6.00 BBC News BBC1 WALES as Main BBC1 except: 2.25pm Nigel Slater’s Dish Of The Day 2.45 Live Women’s Six Nations 5.00-5.15 Planet Earth: A Tale Of Three Bears BBC2 WALES as Main BBC2 except: 4.50pm BBC News…

Pointless BBC1, 5.15pm Mel Giedroyc and Alexander Armstrong host as quizzers try to score the lowest points possible. Building Monaco’s Superhomes Channel 4, 10pm Guy Phoenix renovates an apartment in Monaco. Vanessa 5, 12.30pm Discussions on relationships, parenting, gossip, fashion and more, with Vanessa Feltz. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 1.35-1.45pm BBC Newsline/ Weather BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 1.35-1.45pm Reporting Scotland/Weather 2.30 Politics Scotland 3.15-3.45 Expert Witness 10.30 Reporting Scotland/Weather 10.40 Debate Night 11.40 Scotcast 12.10am Pointless Celebrities 12.55 Blankety Blank 1.30 Weather For The Week Ahead 1.35-6.00 BBC News BBC1 WALES as Main BBC1 except: 1.35-1.45pm BBC Wales Today/ Weather BBC2 N IRELAND as Main BBC2 except: 10.00-10.30pm Hardy Bucks 11.00 Kinahan: The True Story Of Ireland’s Mafia 12.00-1.05am Make Me Perfect: Manufacturing…

ACROSS 4 Isabelle ___, portrays Frankie Osborne in Hollyoaks (5)9 See 21D 10 Educational establishment such as John Paul McQueen’s place of work in Chester (6)11 & 34D Erinsborough lady who has gone public about her romance with Max Ramsay (5,7)12 ___ Mitchell, Walford man who recently discharged himself from a mental health unit (4)14 ___ Charleston, is guest-starring in Neighbours as 38D (4)15 ___ Knight, squeezing into No.25 Albert Square with the rest of her family (4)16 Michael Le ___, has portrayed 35D’s brother Kevin since 1983 in Corrie (4)17 Sophia ___, psychiatric liaison nurse and former colleague of 13D in Casualty (6)18 ___ Breckle, son of Dales businessman Jai Sharma (6)19 Rest in peace, like Bex Fowler’s deceased dad in EastEnders (1,1,1)22 See 38D 24 See 35D 26…