Table of contents for 34-2025 in Inside Soap UK

This week we’re bringing you another fabulous bumper issue, filled with exclusive photos and gossip-packed chats from our favourite Corrie stars – aren’t we good to you? And let me tell you, hanging out with the cast at our Inside Soap Awards photo shoot last week was such hard work… soap’s tallest man, Jacob Roberts (aka Kit)? Who wants to look at him all day?! Red-hot cobbles couple Abi and Carl, played by the ever-gorgeous Sally Carman and Jonathan Howard? Watching them smouldering in front of our camera was a real chore, as you can imagine… And let’s not even mention the absolute Weatherfield legend that is Sue Devaney, aka glamorous hotelier Debbie Webster. She insisted on a soundtrack of Steps to accompany her stint posing for photos, and before…

Asha experiences a panic attack this week, after she’s the victim of a vile racist onslaught at work. As she prepares to say goodbye to her twin brother Aadi, Asha rushes out of his leaving party and experiences a frightening panic attack in the Rovers beer garden. Flashback scenes in this special episode reveal the events of her day, including a death on the ward and a horrific racist assault. Later, Asha is urged to report her experience to the police by Lisa – but will she listen? Coronation Street star Tanisha Gorey talks us through the terrible events leading up to Asha’s panic attack… Hi, Tanisha! What pushes Asha to breaking point? Asha is really trying her best, especially with her job, but this week it feels like everything…

The battle of the ballroom will see EastEnders and Neighbours go head-to-head this year! Walford’s Balvinder Sopal (Suki) and Ramsay Street’s Stefan Dennis (Paul Robinson) have both been confirmed as contestants for Strictly Come Dancing. “Working on EastEnders and being part of Strictly is the stuff that dreams are made of,” grins Albert Square favourite Balvinder. Stefan adds: “I’m looking forward to the sparkle and reaching for the sky!” The celeb line-up was still being announced when Inside Soap was going to press, so maybe Balvinder and Stefan won’t be the only soapies on the dance floor this year!…

Abi is clearly head over heels for Carl, but fans aren’t convinced the feeling is mutual. Corrie star Jonathan Howard, who plays roving-eyed Carl, isn’t sure his character is cut out for commitment, either. “In those moments Carl is with Abi, he’s like, ‘I am really into this person’, so I do think his feelings are genuine,” he shares. “But then, in another moment, Carl might see someone else who he decides, ‘Oh, I quite fancy a bit of you as well’. I don’t think he has the same sort of loyalty his brother has.”…

Mercedes turns on Ste this week, after publicly shaming Tony for his actions! Bursting into The Hutch, grieving mum Mercedes exposes Tony’s behaviour to customers including Nancy and little Morgan, before rounding on middleman Ste. Railing at Ste for killing Ella in a drunk-driving accident, Mercedes ignores his pleas to calm down and leaves the chef visibly shaken. Already struggling due to his abuse at Lucas’ hands, will the memory of the manslaughter he committed send Ste over the edge?…

FAIR CITY • When Hayley crashes Milo’s party, the Raffertys are stunned to see her back in Carrigstown. Emma and Holly try to speak to her, but she rejects them, resulting in a mediation between the families. As shock revelations come to light, what chaos will Hayley’s return bring? RIVER CITY • In the dramatic finale, dangerous Jonathon attempts to kill Gillian and Roisin, leading to horrific consequences for all involved. As evidence is disposed of, a guilty trio band together and there’s no going back – but who won’t be returning to Shieldinch? THE ARCHERS • An unexpected source offers Kenton and Jolene a lifeline, but will it put an end to their nightmare? George invents a controversial plan and persuades Brad to do his dirty work. And at…

You might remember that Nicole faced a tough time when she worked with surgeon Russell in the last boxset, Internal Affairs. When she stood up to his inappropriate behaviour, Russell humiliated Nicole in front of her colleagues – and she played a crucial role in bringing him down. But off-screen it was a very different story, with Sammy telling us that she adored working with TV legend Robert Bathurst… “I can’t tell you how lovely he was,” she gushes. “Just such a sweetheart. It was amazing how different he was to that character, so it was a lot of fun filming with him.”…

DEBBIE WEBSTER BEST ACTRESS BEST PARTNERSHIP BEST STORYLINE What a memorable year it’s been in Weatherfield – although not always for the right reasons for the folk who live there! The cobbles have played host to heartache and violence over the past 12 months, not to mention some very naughty and passionate affairs! We’ve gathered some of the top Corrie nominees in this year’s Inside Soap Awards to celebrate their spectacular success, and tell us why they deserve your all-important votes. And kicking off proceedings is Weatherfield’s number one hotelier herself, Debbie Webster – aka Best Actress nominee Sue Devaney… You’re up for Best Actress, Sue – are you pleased the dementia story is having such a big impact? The story’s only just started; there’s a big journey for…

CARL WEBSTER BEST NEWCOMER Truth be told, Carl Webster is the type of fella that has trouble written all over him. But that’s exactly why we’ve loved having him on our screens! Star Jonathan Howard has brought cheek, charm and all-out carnage to the cobbles over the last six months, earning him a nomination for Best Newcomer… Hi, Jonathan! How do you think Carl really feels towards Abi? He’d describe her as kind, loving and exciting. He also fancies the pants off her and leads with lust! But I don’t think Carl knows how to love, and that’s probably the key. He’s never really been loved by his mum. He’s had a brother that’s left him to it his whole life and a sister that has come and gone, so…

KIT GREEN BEST ACTOR Over the past year, DC Kit Green has been at the heart of Coronation Street’s most explosive dramas – both on duty and behind closed doors. From framing evil Nathan Curtis to bonding with his secret son, Kit’s ever-evolving character continues to captivate us every week. It’s one of the many reasons that the lovely Jacob Roberts has won a nod for Best Actor; but will it be him bringing home the grand prize? Over to Jacob… How much do you think Kit has changed over the last year? His core character is still there, but you’ve got to adapt. Kit’s living on the Street, making friends, getting closer to his family, so he’s got to soften. But there’s still that edge that he could…

For a drama-fuelled 15 years, Zara Carmichael ruled over The Mill Health Centre with a no-nonsense attitude, killer heels and an endless line of sarcastic quips sharper than her manicured nails! Sadly, we bid farewell to Zara and her colleagues last November, when daytime soap Doctors conducted its last appointment. The much-loved drama, set in the fictional Midlands town of Letherbridge, had been running for almost 25 years. Its army of loyal fans, including Inside Soap, miss their daily fix of medical and emotional dilemmas – and according to Elisabeth Dermot Walsh, who played Zara, so does the cast! “It was a very special place to work,” reveals the star, joining us for an exclusive chat about an exciting new acting project. “We were a team and had the most…

PICK OF THE DAY Live Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 BBC1, 2.15pm Scotland v Wales: Gabby Logan presents all the action. Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald ITV1, 5pm Eddie Redmayne stars. Claridge’s: A Legacy Of Luxury 5, 8.10pm The history of one of the world’s most famous hotels. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 11.40am Sportscene: Premiership Highlights 12.40am The Football Interview 12.55 Bring Me The Horizon @ Reading Festival 2025 1.55 Weather For The Week Ahead 2.00-6.00 BBC News BBC1 WALES as Main BBC1 except: 1.35-2.15pm Scrum Queens: The Women Who Saved The World Cup 5.15-5.45 Back In The Day BBC2 N IRELAND as Main BBC2 except: 5.15-5.45pm True North: Pets Saving Lives BBC2 WALES as Main BBC2 except: 12.25pm The Great British Sewing Bee 1.25 FILM:…

PICK OF THE DAY The Repair Shop BBC1, 8pm The team restore a piece of plaster holding a loved one’s message, and a puppet. The Great British Sewing Bee BBC1, 9pm The sewers tackle three art-inspired challenges. The Big Pound Shop Swap Channel 4, 8pm A Northern Ireland family swaps supermarket favourites for bargain alternatives. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 10.40pm The Crime I Can’t Forget 11.40 Billion Dollar Playground 12.30am Billion Dollar Playground 1.15-6.00 BBC News BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 1.35-1.45pm Reporting Scotland/Weather 7.00-7.30 River City 12.10am Scotcast 12.40 The Hit List 1.25 Weather For The Week Ahead 1.30-6.00 BBC News BBC1 WALES as Main BBC1 except: 1.35-1.45pm BBC Wales Today/ Weather 10.40 Rookie Cops 11.10 Billion Dollar Playground 11.55 Billion Dollar Playground…

PICK OF THE DAY Mrs Brown’s Boys BBC1, 9.30pm Agnes gatecrashes Cathy’s book club and shares her growing love of saucy stories. Miriam Margolyes Discovers New Zealand BBC2, 9pm Miriam attends a unique community gym in Auckland. Absolutely Fabulous: The Movie BBC1, 12.30am Joanna Lumley and Jennifer Saunders star. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 7.30pm Paula McIntyre’s Hamely Kitchen USA 8.00-8.30 Our Lives: The Film I’ll Never See 10.40 Paddy & Nigel’s Tourist Trap 11.10 Mix Tape 12.10-12.30am Mix Tape 1.05 The Hit List 1.50-6.00 BBC News BBC1 WALES as Main BBC1 except: 7.30pm Back In The Day 8.00-8.30 Wales’ Home Of The Year 10.40 Rewind: 60 Years Of Welsh Pop – Gwynedd 11.10 Mix Tape 12.05am Mix Tape 1.00 The Hit List 1.45-6.00 BBC News…

Laura-Jayne snoops behind the soap headlines… It seems the writing is on the wall for Dales killer John, with actor Oliver Farnworth tipped to be making an explosive exit once his character’s dastardly deeds are exposed. However, there’s plenty of drama to come before the inevitable happens, with twists in the offing for Victoria and Mack! With actress Isabel Hodgins having announced her real-life pregnancy (congratulations!), it’s highly likely that Vic will disappear from our screens for a time. Will the roller coaster of John’s story propel his sister out of the village? “Emmerdale is set to be unmissable as we hurtle towards the autumn, with John at the heart of the action,” hints our Dales spy. “Victoria has stood by John – but sooner or later she is going…

Village serial killer Jez continues to hold all the cards this week, as his new nemesis Sienna is hunted down by the police! As Jez targets his own daughter in a desperate bid to stay out of trouble, they go head-to-head in a dangerous game of cat and mouse. Could Sienna be hauled away in handcuffs, while Jez gets off scot-free? Or might the villain even strike again to make sure that Sienna never exposes his sinister secrets? “Sienna has never been so truly terrified of anybody!” gasps star Anna Passey, who plays the village favourite. “She used to be really scared of Patrick, who she thought was her dad, but she never had to fear that he might murder her! With Jez, though, she just doesn’t know…” An explosive…

BARMAID AT THE WOOLPACK Before she became a full-time farmer, Moira actually worked behind the Woolpack bar. She knows how to pull a pint and could deal with rowdy punters, no problem. But being surrounded by on-off nemesis Charity all day maybe isn’t the wisest choice for hot-tempered Moira! PUB CHEF The Woolpack kitchen seems to be the place every local goes when they need a job. So why not Moira? Just as long as she swaps the Glasgow kisses for a chef’s kiss… CAFÉ BARISTA Moira has two options here – either The Hide or Café Main Street. But given Kim’s association with the former, we think the latter is more likely. We’d love to see Moira bantering with Lewis and Nicola. Could they be the dream trio we…

Oscar confesses to attacking Patrick this week – and lands himself in the police station for the trouble! After becoming close to Patrick in the weeks since his violent attack, Oscar’s guilt gets the better of him when Patrick’s son Anthony arrives and is devastated to discover what happened to his dad… “Oscar may be trouble, but he’s not violent by nature – and he feels terrible about what he did to Patrick!” shares our EastEnders insider. “But instead of bringing Patrick closure as Oscar hoped, his confession sends Patrick into a spiral. He suffers a panic attack, and when the Fox-Truemans rush to his side, they’re furious with Oscar…” The confession also causes trouble for the Brannings, as Peter is quick to realise that Lauren knew about her brother’s…

Irene closes up the Diner for the final time this week, after deciding to sell her share to Leah! Having been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, Irene’s determined to make some big decisions about her future while she still can… “These scenes are so touching for long-time Home and Away fans,” says our Bay insider. “As she closes up, emotional Irene recalls some of her best memories from the last 30 years, before leaving the Diner in Leah’s capable hands and returning the next morning for the first time as a paying customer. It’s tough for Irene, but she knows she’s doing the right thing!” As John tries to encourage Irene to slow down her decision to sell up, she shockingly reveals that she’s decided to gift her share to Leah.…

Believe in Eve! After watching Suki’s manipulation of Avani in EastEnders, it was so refreshing to see Eve step up and be a wonderful parent. Finally someone was listening to Avani and treating her with respect! I’m glad we’re getting to see some different sides to brilliant Eve at last. Dominque, Hackney IT WON’T LAST! Maria getting her shelves put up instead of a night of passion on her wedding anniversary with Gary probably makes them the most realistic couple on the Street! It’s always seemed like their relationship has been doomed and if Gary’s going down a dark route again, I don’t know if Maria could cope! She’s far too strait-laced for all that. Maybe he’d have been better with Lou! Natalie, Dartford Poor Maria thought she’d really got…

Shady Ray Walters has been quietly eyeing up Emmerdale for weeks as a potentially lucrative new location to do business, but it’s only now we’re starting to see how sinister this newcomer really is. The charismatic drug dealer already has young Dylan on his payroll, and has also dragged in April to deliver dodgy packages in exchange for big wads of cash – and the promise of more. Ray’s reign of terror is only just beginning, so it’s time to quiz ex-EastEnders and Doc Martin star Joe Absolom about his evil alter ego… Hi, Joe! Are you enjoying playing a baddie? Yes, it’s much more fun to be an evil character, and actually easier. I think I’m intrinsically miserable as a person, that’s my standard setting! It’s easier to be…

Anthony’s romance with Kat caused a stir back in the day, but not half as much as his scandalous relationship with her daughter, Zoe! After Kat’s dalliance with the dishy doctor ended, Anthony’s ex wasn’t best pleased when he began dating Zoe. The smitten pair got engaged, only for Zoe to call it off when her fiancé admitted he still held a torch for her mum. While Anthony’s reunion with Kat this week is cordial, would sparks fly if he and Zoe saw each other again? There is a strong chance that could happen, as Zoe is due back in Walford soon – but will her old flame still be around?…

“H earing why fans love Neighbours brightens my day, grins Erinsborough icon Alan Fletcher, aka Karl Kennedy, as he speaks to us in the middle of his UK album tour. “Everyone has their own reasons; for some it’s very personal. People have been through hard times and Neighbours can be a solace.” Touring his latest album has been bittersweet for the actor and musician, as fans flock to ask him about the cancellation of the beloved show. However, Alan beams with pride over the Amazon incarnation of Neighbours and gives us a hint about what’s to come for Karl, including how he might react to Holly’s shock affair… Hi Alan! How is the tour going to promote your new music? I’m having a wonderful time getting around the UK, seeing…

Since Debbie returned to Weatherfield, we’ve never seen where she lives – but that’s all about to change now she and Ronnie have moved into Carla’s flat! “Debbie’s thinking, ‘This is probably the last place I’m going to live,’” explains Sue. “And Ronnie’s gone, ‘Do what you like – within reason!’ Debbie wants gold and teal, peacock feathers, an Egyptian cat right by the sofa… “It will be nice to see that domestic setting with her and Ronnie,” she adds. “She’ll be in her Juicy Couture and her fluffy slippers!”…

THE WEBSTERS BEST FAMILY Family is all about loyalty – though someone might want to tell that to the Webster clan, who’ve spent more time at each other’s throats than in loving harmony recently! With Kev lying about his cancer treatment, Abi having it off with her brother-in-law and Carl doing all sorts of dodgy dealings, this lot have more secrets than MI5! Their shady shenanigans have earned them a nomination for Best Family – and stars Sue, Sally and Johnny are thrilled to be flying the flag for Team Webster… How would you sum up the past 12 months for the Webster family? Sue It’s been amazing. I was really lucky because, when I started, I got on really well with Sal – and I’ve known Mike Le…

BRODY MICHAELIS "BEST NEWCOMER BEST YOUNG PERFORMER It’s only been six months since bad boy Brody’s cobbles debut – and what an impact he’s made! Actor Ryan Mulvey was already a familiar face to soap fans having played Hollyoaks’ JJ Osborne, and he’s made the switch from Chester to Weatherfield look seamless. His hard-hitting performance as troubled teen Brody has earnt Ryan two nominations – for Best Newcomer and Young Performer. We caught up to find out what’s next for his character, and if romance is on the horizon… Hi Ryan! Were you still working at Hollyoaks when you got the call for Corrie? I found out I’d got the audition for Coronation Street the night before I filmed my last courtroom scenes for Hollyoaks. Izzy [Smith, aka Frankie Osborne]…

Even though it’s almost 18 months since Doctors shot its final scenes, the cast and crew are still in touch, and Elisabeth reveals she was part of a recent get-together to support another Mill survivor in their new job. “Yesterday I went to see Dex Lee [who played Bear Sylvester] in a musical!” she shares. “He’s playing Toulouse-Lautrec in Moulin Rouge! at the Piccadilly Theatre in the West End. I went with Dido Miles [Emma Reid], Sarah Moyle [Valerie Pitman] and Ross McLaren [Luca McIntyre], along with one of our costume supervisors and a production secretary. It was a real reunion!”…

Having filmed the first series of SAS: Rogue Heroes in Morocco, Alfie Allen knows exactly what it takes to pull off thrilling stunts in the North African desert. But that doesn’t mean that his first stunt as Max was any less impressive – particularly as it took place on his very first day on the job! “The first stunt in the series is a massive car crash,” he reveals. “Which was actually the first day of shooting for me! The car flips over, and that’s where I meet the man that I call JJ, as he won’t tell me his name. One of JJ’s guys shoots out the tires of Max’s car, causing it flip. Initially, Max thinks he’s being seized, but then we start one hell of a ride…

Thousands of miles from Yorkshire, vet Rohin is joined by his dad, Harmesh, and senior colleague, Peter, on a trip to his family farm in northern India. And while there’s plenty of fun to be had – including a cricket game and a tuk-tuk ride – there’s also work on the cards, as the two animal experts set up a pop-up clinic in rural Punjab. During the special episode, Rohin and Peter meet a group of stray dogs that have been injured on the city streets, before helping to perform vital procedures on them. It’s not only canine friends that the vets come into contact with though, as Peter even ends up examining a buffalo for the first time in his 40-year long career. And aside from their heartwarming encounters…

PICK OF THE DAY Antiques Roadshow BBC1, 8.10pm Fiona Bruce presents from Shuttleworth House in Bedfordshire. Cooking With The Stars ITV1, 7pm Natalie Cassidy, Jack Osbourne and Kelly Hoppen compete in a cooking battle. Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins Channel 4, 9pm The trainers send the recruits for laps round the quarry. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 6.00-6.05pm BBC Newsline/Weather BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 3.05pm FILM: Ghostbusters II 4.45-5.45 World Pipe Band Championships 6.00-6.05 Reporting Scotland/Weather 11.30 Sportscene: Premiership Highlights 12.15am Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury 12.45 Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury 1.15 Weather For The Week Ahead 1.20-6.00 BBC News BBC1 WALES as Main BBC1 except: 3.05pm FILM: Ghostbusters II 4.45 Wales On The One Show 5.15-5.45 SOS: Extreme…

PICK OF THE DAY MasterChef BBC1, 8pm The fourth week of heats begins with the Basic to Brilliant challenge. Sign Zone: Celebrity Antiques Road Trip BBC2, 8am Christine McGuinness and Colson Smith tour Cheshire. The Great Art Fraud BBC2, 9pm How Inigo Philbrick created an $86million fraud and became a global fugitive. 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 10.30-10.40 Reporting Scotland/Weather 11.30 Scotcast 12.00am FILM: Just Mercy 2.10 Weather For The Week Ahead 2.15-6.00 BBC News BBC1 WALES as Main BBC1 except: 1.35-1.45pm BBC Wales Today/ Weather 7.00-7.30 SOS: Extreme Rescues BBC2 N IRELAND as Main BBC2 except: 10.00-10.30pm True North: The Omagh Hum 11.00-12.00 Murder Case: The Vanishing Cyclist BBC2 WALES as Main…

ACROSS 4 See 29A9 Picture clue: __ Sugden, Dales chef who refused to be surrogate for her niece Sarah (8)10 ___ Tanaka, accused Holly Hoyland of stealing her jewellery in Neighbours (6)11 & 19A Tyrone’s son who went missing recently in Corrie (5,3)12 & 33A Actor playing Vinny Panesar in EastEnders (4,6)14 What Neighbours’ Lucinda Robinson is known as (4)15 & 3D Corrie bloke who was discovered by Gary Windass after he’d smashed up the builders’ yard (4,9)16 ___ Dobbs, naughty Weatherfield teenager (4)17 A leak of this pollutant into Brook Farm ruined the cafe in The Archers (6)18 Town that Emmerdale residents travel to by bus (6)19 See 11A22 & 8D Sadie’s ex, who sought closure with her before leaving Erinsborough (5,5)24 Relations that Oscar and the late Bradley are…

BULLSEYE! Emmerdale village is such a succinct place that you can leave your ex’s house, bump into another ex, fall pregnant (well, we suspect that’s what’s happened) and wind up back on your sofa before your husband even realises you’re gone! We joke, but what a brilliant twist for Charity and Ross. If the baby she’s carrying doesn’t turn out to be his (see p4), we quit this job. For those wondering what Glenda’s former life dressed as Super Mario in a Village People Tribute Act looked like… You’re most welcome. Did Jenny put 50p in the till for that Sherbert Dab? Or is her big exit plot rinsing Rita blind, one sweet at a time? Seeing Patrick like this was proof that you don’t need endless twists, just characters…

Were you shocked by the earth-shattering Ross twist? It’s a jaw-dropping development for the viewers because it ups the stakes. Sarah is desperate to be a mum, Charity feels her vocation is being the vessel to carry the child. To find this out is a gift of a soap moment! What’s been the hardest part? Because we film out of order it’s been like a jigsaw puzzle trying to keep on top of the chronology of Charity’s lies! But I love it. How is Charity dealing with the impact? Charity is such a mess now, which is absolutely brilliant to play. It’s created a huge amount of conflict, as an actor you can’t hope for a better storyline. She is in the midst of a huge moral dilemma. I think…

Walford favourites Ben and Callum will share a loving kiss when they are reunited later this year, judging by further pics of EastEnders filming their long-awaited reunion. As Callum’s secret fling Johnny watches on, can he hide his agony? “The moment that Ben and Callum are reunited is set to be excruciating,” reckons our Square insider. “Callum will be full of guilt as Johnny nurses the pain of seeing him reunited with his husband – while poor Ben is set to be silently made a fool of. There are no winners in this situation!” Will a kiss with Ben force Callum to figure out he’s made a mistake with Johnny? Or help him to realise that his heart is no longer with his husband?…

If you thought Jez’s high-stakes battle with Sienna was big, just you wait until the autumn when he goes head-to-head with the queen of mean herself, Clare Devine! Hollyoaks bosses have teased a major showdown for the villains as part of the show’s 30th anniversary episodes in October – and the cast are just as excited about it as us fans are… “I’ve only just heard about the Jez vs Clare story!” laughs Jeremy Sheffield, who plays Jez. “Gemma Bissix [aka Clare] and I recently had a moment going: ‘We’re going to have so much fun with this!’” Gemma adds: “After everything he’s done, Jez is going to become a bit vulnerable himself. I think he should be very, very scared of Clare Devine!”…

There’s an awkward reunion for Annalise this week, when her old flame Sam Kratz returns to Erinsborough! But will true love prevail? Annalise is deeply confused when she thinks she sees her ex-husband in town, unaware Sam’s returned to Australia for good. But when problems arise with her Lassiters event, Annalise is quick to accuse Sam of sabotage! Sam tries to plead his innocence; he desperately wants to reunite and start a new life with her. What will Annalise say?…

The sins of Max Branning come back to haunt him this week, as his scheming to stop estranged wife Tanya moving abroad sees him become public enemy no.1. So much so that when Max is deliberately mown down in a hit and run, half of Walford is a suspect! After discovering Tanya’s plan for a new life in France with Jack and the kids, Max tries to set up his brother for his attempted murder. However, when the plan fails, Max has nothing to lose, and soon he’s threatening Tanya, manipulating Lauren and Abi, and basically making an enemy on every corner – particularly the one where a car comes speeding round to take him out! Things are a bit more fun for Jane when she takes up stand-up comedy,…

Sienna confronts killer Jez! Hollyoaks’ most bonkers family faced a huge rift as Sienna discovered her serial-killing dad’s allotment of trophies! She faked memory loss, but you lot debate if she can keep outsmarting Jez... You have to hand it to Hollyoaks, you can never guess what’s coming next! I was sure Sienna would push Jez over the railings, but of course he lives to kill again. Sienna’s pretend memory loss was a good idea, but how long can she fake it? Mia, Newcastle Sienna is the only person on Jez’s level, so for the first time it’s a real game of cat and mouse – and I have no clue where the Blakes go from here! Killers like Jez are usually brought down with their Achilles’ Heel, so I…

Joe got his big break as troubled teen Matthew Rose in EastEnders back in 1997, who was forced into helping gangster Steve Owen – played by Martin Kemp – cover up a grisly murder. The characters tried to destroy each other on-screen, but when Joe and Martin met up again earlier this year it was a much friendlier affair! “I saw Martin at the British Soap Awards, we hadn’t caught up in the 25 years since I left EastEnders,” reveals Joe. “Ray is manipulating a vulnerable kid like Steve did to Matthew – Martin said he’d been watching my stuff and reckons I’ve been stealing his moves!”…

With filming wrapped again on another closing chapter of Neighbours, Alan made sure he had a few mementos from set to take home. And by the sounds of the props he took with him, the Kennedy family will always be in his heart. “I’m very chuffed because I’ve been gifted Karl Kennedy’s guitar!” reveals the star. “I did also pinch some tiny things like menus from the pub because I like to give it to some of my fans as memorabilia. “Of course I took all the pictures from the Kennedy set, too. There was a special rock on set painted with ‘Karl and Susan forever’ which I also took!”…

LAUREN BOLTON BEST ACTRESS Lauren Bolton is one of Coronation Street’s true survivors. In the past year alone, she’s stood trial for murder, feared losing her baby son Frankie when he fell ill, and endured terrifying hallucinations of evil abuser Joel after having her drink spiked! Cait Fitton’s gritty performances in the role are always rooted in truth, earning her a spot on our list of Best Actress nominees… How much do you think Lauren has changed in 12 months? Lauren went through a really hard time last year, but recently we’ve seen that she’s got a really quirky, funny side to her personality, which we haven’t really explored before. She’s settling down, she’s developing friendships and she now has a stable job at the Rovers. How was it…

When did you find out you’d be playing father and son? Jacob I found out when they were casting for the role of Brody. I didn’t know about the Mick and Lou situation at that point, I just knew they were bringing Kit’s son in. Funnily enough, both me and Ryan had previously done Hollyoaks, but I left just before he started. It’s funny how things work out! Ryan I didn’t have a clue that Brody was Kit’s son! I found out when I was getting my costume fitted and the lovely woman who was doing it said, “I can’t believe you’re playing Kit’s son!” I tried to play along to extract as much information as I could… Was it nice to both have that Hollyoaks connection in common? Jacob…

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PICK OF THE DAY The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo: 75th Anniversary BBC1, 8pm Highlights of the 75th anniversary event held on the esplanade of Edinburgh Castle. Ridley ITV1, 9pm A woman vanishes from the village of Colden Vale, but a chilling discovery alters the investigation. Romancing The Stone Channel 4, 12.05pm Comedy adventure starring Michael Douglas and Kathleen Turner. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 1.20-1.30pm BBC Newsline/ Weather 10.45 True North: The Omagh Hum 11.15-11.45 Have I Got News For You 12.15am This Country 12.50 Destination X 1.50-6.00 BBC News BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 1.20-1.30pm Reporting Scotland/Weather 6.50 Attenborough And The Empire Of The Ants 7.00-8.00 Fake Or Fortune: What Happened Next? 10.45 EastEnders 11.15 Have I Got News For You 11.45 Sportscene: SWPL…

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Casualty Rida Amaan........................................... Sarah SeggariFlynn Byron................................................................ Olly RixSunny Callahan.......................Jamie Marie LearyFaith Dean................................................Kirsty MitchellIain Dean..................................... Michael StevensonTeddy Gowan .................................................Milo ClarkeIndie Jankowski ...........................Naomi WakszlakJan Jenning ..................................................... Di BotcherDylan Keogh ..............................................William BeckJacob Masters ........................................ Charles VennRash Masum...............................................Neet MohanSiobhan McKenzie .................................Melanie HillCam Mickelthwaite ...........................Barney WalshStevie Nash.............................................Elinor LawlessNgozi Okoye..............................................Adesuwa OniNicole Piper...................................Sammy T DobsonJodie 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 FlanaganCarla Connor....................................................Alison KingJenny Connor .........................Sally Ann MatthewsLiam Connor ..................................Charlie WrenshallMaria Connor.....................Samia LongchambonRyan Connor............................................Ryan PrescottRoy Cropper..............................................David NeilsonFiz Dobbs..............................................Jennie McAlpineHope Dobbs ..................................Isabella FlanaganRuby Dobbs ...................................................Billie NaylorTyrone Dobbs.................................................Alan HalsallKit Green.................................................... Jacob RobertsTodd Grimshaw..................................... Gareth PierceToyah Habeeb......................................Georgia TaylorNoah Hedley........................................Richard WinsorNina…