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Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Welcome!The soaps are regularly praised for their powerful, issue-based storylines – and rightly so, as they can start important conversations. But what I really love is when the writers come up with some daft, far-fetched plot for no other reason than to make us viewers smile.“I love it when writers come up with daft plots”That’s why I can’t wait to see the mischief Corrie’s Bernie gets up to this week, when she meets her doppelgänger! In fact, the story was pitched by actress Jane Hazlegrove after she was constantly being mistaken for fellow soapie Gabrielle Glaister, and thought it would make a hilarious plot for Bernie.Similarly, when we caught up the Dales’ Dominic Brunt for our exclusive Awards shoot, he told us how much he’s adored the silly scenes between…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022WATCH OUT, MICK!BARRYFor the sin of being completely unbearable, poor Barry was shoved off a cliff to his death on their honeymoon. To be fair, he’d been devoted to Janine – but she wanted his cash and just couldn’t stand to look at him a moment longer.RYANJanine was heartbroken to find out that Ryan was the father of Stacey’s baby, so she took little Lily on a road trip with her daddy. She stopped the car on a level crossing to demand answers – and nearly had them all killed as a train hurtled towards them.MICHAELJanine met her match in Michael, who cooked up a plan to drug her to death to get rid of her. But Janine cottoned on and conspired with nanny Alice to frame Michael for attempted murder! It…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022ALBERT SQUARE FOR SALE!Iconic Walford locations including the Queen Vic could soon have new owners, as all of Albert Square is being sold off! But this isn’t a shock new storyline – it’s a real-life cost-cutting exercise by the BBC to secure the future of EastEnders.The channel reportedly plans to sell its Elstree Centre, the Hertfordshire studios where the soap is filmed, and lease it back from a new owner. This gives the broadcaster a much-needed method of saving cash as they stand to receive less income from the licence fee over the next few years, with audiences increasingly turning to streaming services for their telly fix.However, there is no suggestion the studios will close, and the Beeb reassures fans it will be business as usual for EastEnders.A commercial property company has been…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Amelia’s baby secret is out!Shock waves reverberate around Emmerdale this week, after Amelia’s pregnancy is revealed to her horrified father, Dan!Worse still, Dan discovers she is romantically involved with former convict Noah, infamous for stalking Chloe and harassing Gabby. Then, Amelia’s world comes crashing down when violence kicks off in the village as her dad lashes out at Noah – and the ugly scene leaves her feeling more alone than ever…“Amelia is mortified because it’s not just Dan there, but everyone else!” grimaces Daisy Campbell, who plays the teen mum-to-be. “She’s in shock because this moment is so personal, and I feel as if you can only really tell your family and close friends. The fact it’s now spread all over the village doesn’t help Amelia.”The terrified youngster is only just coming to terms…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022TEEN TERROR!Amy’s horrifying collapse serves as a wake-up call for all the parents on the Square – and soon, accusations are flying about where she got the drugs!It’s actually Lily who steals the pills, after Denise confiscates them from Jada. Denise quickly realises they’ve gone – along with the group of teens – but by the time she and Jack have tracked down the wayward youngsters, Amy has already collapsed.As Jack and Denise wait desperately for news on Amy’s condition, Martin wants answers, and pushes his daughter to tell him where Amy got the drugs. However, when Lily refuses to say, Martin points the finger of blame at Denzel!Martin is furious as he confronts Howie about his son’s behaviour, and later warns Lily to stay away from both Denzel and Nugget.…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Sandra plots to wreck Liv’s marriage!Scheming Sandra steps up her attempts to isolate Liv this week, by trying to destroy her marriage to Vinny!For Sandra, Vinny is in the way of her plot to exploit Liv and take all her money, so she wants him out of the picture. Preying on Liv’s insecurities over her asexuality, she concocts a rumour that Vinny is looking for what he’s missing elsewhere…“It’s a horrendous thing for anybody to do, but this is Liv’s mother!” rages our village insider. “Sandra just doesn’t care what she has to do to get that money, even if it completely destroys Liv’s whole world. So she starts dripping poison in Liv’s ear about Vinny’s friendship with Gabby! Usually, Liv would laugh that off – however, thanks to Sandra’s manipulations, she starts to worry.”Sandra…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Summer in denial!Summer attempts to get her diabetes under control this week – but before long, she’s lying to her loved ones again…Following her recent collapse, Summer attends an appointment at the hospital with the diabetic nurse, who suggests a flash monitor may be helpful. Yet later, Summer fibs to Billy that she doesn’t qualify for one! What is she playing at?“The flash monitor would regularly check Summer’s blood glucose level, without her having to prick her finger,” explains our cobbles spy. “Aaron thinks it’s a great idea, as it would help Summer to keep an eye on her condition more easily. But Summer panics – she’s still in the grips of an eating disorder, and she fears what affect this may end up having on her body.”Aaron’s concerned for his girlfriend’s…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Bernie meets her lookalike!Bernie is stunned to come face to face with a woman who looks just like her this week – and a mix-up between the pair leads to Bernie being branded a thief!The confusion begins after Bernie heads into town to buy Joseph’s new school uniform with the money his granny Linda sent – but eyebrows are raised when she returns with a posh jacket for herself! Then a well-dressed woman called Fern knocks at the door and demands her clothing back…“Bernie might have tried to style it out if she wasn’t wearing the jacket when she opens the door!” laughs our Weatherfield insider. “As it is, Bernie has no choice but to hand it over. She’s told Gemma that she was given the fancy clothing in error, and didn’t want…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022James makes a big mistake!James continues with his quest to double-cross Norma this week – but will he get away with it?After James receives a handsome payout from Norma for his latest job, he resolves to rinse the gangster for as much cash as possible before he reveals his hand!But James knows that he needs to get his job back with Verity first, which is proving to be somewhat difficult…Later, he meets Norma at the Loft, but inadvertently reveals that his briefcase is bugged! Has James just signed his own death warrant?…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Farewell Dylan?It’s Dylan’s final night in Weatherfield this week – but he confesses to dad Sean that he doesn’t really want to leave!With Dylan due to return to his mum Violet’s in London, Sean organises a farewell meal for him and his mates in the Bistro.And Glenda ensures that it’s certainly a night to remember after she arranges for Weatherfield County player James Bailey to put in an appearance!Dylan is delighted when James suggests a kickabout, and admits to his dad that he doesn’t want to go home! Will Sean agree he can stay?…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Keeping it Beale!L aura has the dubious honour of becoming Mrs Beale the third this week, and the journey to the altar is a little bumpy.To say that Laura’s uppity parents Norman and Edina are unimpressed at the idea of this weaselly, recently bankrupt businessman as a son-in-law is an understatement. In fact, Norman demands that the wedding should be called off entirely. And he almost gets his wish after Mel drops a bombshell on Laura the night before the wedding: Ian knows that Laura has recently received a hefty inheritance, which might explain his sudden desire to punt her up the aisle.But after some heartfelt words from Ian (even if he doesn’t mean them) Laura takes the leap. God help her.…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022The BIG DEBATE!SUKI’S HOUSE OF HORRORS!Poor Suki found herself attacked by old family friend Ranveer in EastEnders – and was then led to believe by Ravi that she’d killed him! Our readers had a lot to say about the shocking turn of events…Just as I was warming to Ravi, he lets Suki take the fall for Ranveer’s murder when he was the culprit all along! I just hope that we have another Christmas shocker when the truth is revealed.Cindy, LeedsRavi is one manipulative man! Part of me believes he was just waiting for someone else to bump off his awful dad. And now that Kheerat’s picked up the murder weapon, who else thinks he’s set to be put in the frame for Ranveer’s death?PaulaAs much as I’ve hated seeing Suki crumble after…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Street SCAMMERS!LET’S TORCH VALANDRO’S!Leanne might clutch her pearls at an inside job now, but in 2008 she and head chef Paul Clayton staged an insurance scam. Leanne convinced Paul to torch the place so they could make a claim – and said she’d date him! When she didn’t, he confessed and went on the run.LET’S DEFRAUD THE UNDERWORLD SYNDICATE!Leanne was at it again when she and stepmum Janice discovered the Underworld syndicate had won the lottery. They hid the £25,000 in a bogus account – but after Lee went missing, her family thought she’d absconded, and Janice had to come clean. She never shopped Leanne, though.LET’S FLEECE THE BOOKIES!Scheming Lewis defrauded Barlow’s Bookies by flirting with Deirdre and stamping fraudulent betting slips behind her back. He made £4,000 before Peter checked…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022“I really hope my sister wins this award!”BEST YOUNG PERFORMER AMELIA FLANAGAN April Windsor, EmmerdaleRising Dales star Amelia Flanagan and her real-life family have taken soapland by storm. Her siblings Isabella and William play Hope Stape and Joseph Brown in Coronation Street – and while Amelia has won the Inside Soap Award for Best Young Performer three times in the past, the twist this year is that she’s up against her sister…Hi Amelia! What is it like growing up on a soap?People say that it must be really weird, but I’ve been in Emmerdale since I was five and now I’m 14 – so I’ve done it for most of my life, and I don’t know any different. I think it helps that my brother and sister are in Corrie. We can relate to each other.Did they…3 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Shiny happy people!I t’s great to be back in Birmingham!” beams All That Glitters host Katherine Ryan, welcoming a new batch of talented jewellery designers to the creative contest’s Jewellery Quarter HQ for a second series. “It’s incredible to see how much the first series resonated and inspired, and showing the beautiful work and talent of this season’s jewellers is going to be a thrill.”Keen to discover what shiny treats are in store, Inside TV joined Katherine, returning judge Shaun Leane and his new judging compatriot, fellow jewellery luminary Dinny Hall, to find out more…Welcome, Dinny! What’s it been like to join the show?Dinny It was incredibly exciting to be asked. What’s come with nearly 40 years of designing, making, retailing and online selling of jewellery is a desire to mentor others,…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022WALK OF LIFEA pproaching three score years and 10, I have much to reflect on – so I’m challenging myself to an ambitious mountain adventure,” declares the already well-travelled former cabinet minister Michael Portillo, as he sets out to mark his milestone birthday in memorable style. “I’m going on a journey of self-discovery; walking stretches between the summits of the Spanish and French Pyrenees. I’ll test myself physically and have time to contemplate the past – open to whatever this quest may teach me.”While seasoned sightseer Michael usually lets the train take the strain, he’ll embark on his latest fascinating tour by foot. The four-part series sees him begin his expedition in the Spanish Basque region of the Pyrenees, a particularly poignant start since it’s the area from which his father, Luca,…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022The dark nightINVESTIGATING DIANA: DEATH IN PARIS Channel 4 9PMIn just a few days it will be a quarter of a century since the devastating news that Princess Diana had died in a car crash in Paris left the world in mourning. For the first time, the story of the police investigations into her death on the night of August 31, 1997, is told in this unsettling four-part documentary. As the film begins tonight (with a second episode tomorrow) we follow the investigation of France’s elite Brigade Criminelle, led by its female chief Martine Monteil, in the immediate aftermath of the crash – in which Diana’s partner Dodi Al-Fayed and their driver, Henri Paul, also lost their lives.VAN DER VALKITV 8PMOur favourite Dutch detective Piet Van Der Valk (Marc Warren) wraps up…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Unimaginable truthMURDERING MUM: THE KILLING OF EVE HOWELLS Channel 5 9PMOn 31st August 1995, history teacher Evelyn Howells was found dead as a result of a brutal attack in her Huddersfield home.The police surmised that Evelyn must have lost her life as the result of a botched burglary, and while suspects were arrested for the appalling crime, her husband David, and her teenage sons Glenn and John were comforted by officers. After detectives’ original assumptions were thrown into doubt by further forensic evidence, however, it transpired that Evelyn was not alarmed by the ‘intruder’ who attacked her – a disturbing development that suggested it’s possible she was killed by a member of her own family…HEATHROW: BRITAIN’S BUSIEST AIRPORT ITV 9PMAs airports struggle to deal with the chaos of this summer’s getaways,…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022WHO’S WHO?CASUALTYPaige Allcott ...... Shalisha James-DavisSah Brockner ................ Arin SmethurstFaith Cadogan .................Kirsty MitchellIain Dean .................Michael StevensonCharlie Fairhead ........ Derek ThompsonTeddy Gowan ...................... Milo ClarkeEthan Hardy ............... George RainsfordDavid Hide ........................... Jason DurrJan Jenning ..........................Di BotcherDylan Keogh......................William BeckMarty Kirkby ........... Shaheen JafargholiRash Masum ...................... Neet MohanJacob Masters ..................Charles VennRobyn Miller .......... Amanda HendersonStevie Nash .................... Elinor LawlessCORONATION STREETAadi Alahan ....................Adam HussainAsha Alahan ................... Tanisha GoreyDev Alahan ................. Jimmi HarkishinAggie Bailey .................... Lorna LaidlawEd Bailey .......... Trevor Michael GeorgesJames Bailey ................Nathan GrahamMichael Bailey .................. Ryan RussellRonnie Bailey ................... Vinta MorganAdam Barlow ............ Samuel RobertsonAmy Barlow ..................... Elle MulvaneyCarla Barlow ........................ Alison KingKen Barlow ................... William RoachePeter Barlow ................. Chris GascoyneSarah Barlow ..................... Tina O’BrienSimon Barlow .........................Alex BainLeanne Battersby .............. Jane DansonToyah Battersby .............. Georgia TaylorSam Blakeman .................Jude RiordanChesney Brown .................... Sam AstonStu Carpenter.......................Bill…5 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Belle RUMBLES Chas and Al!The jig is up for cheating villagers Chas and Al this week, when Belle catches the naughty pair in the act!The youngster is stunned to see her cousin in a steamy embrace with the sleazy businessman, especially as they’ve always claimed to hate each other! Belle can’t comprehend why Chas would betray Paddy in such a devastating way – so now that she knows, what will Belle do with the shocking information?“Belle just can’t believe her eyes when she sees Chas and Al kissing!” gasps our Dales spy. “Al almost ruined Chas’ life when he forced her into selling the Woolpack, not to mention he’s still embroiled in an ongoing feud with Cain. Belle knows that this affair could blow the Dingles apart – but now that she’s holding this…4 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022lnsideSoap SAYS… True love conquers all!Many people will say that Kelly and Aadi are far too young to think about getting married – but we say let them make their own mistakes!Maybe we’re just hopeless romantics, but after all they’ve been through, don’t they both deserve a bit of happiness? Kelly’s endured more trauma than most grown-ups will ever experience, while Aadi has a sensible head on his shoulders. He also stands to inherit his dad Dev’s business empire at some stage, so he and Kelly couldn’t ask for a better start to married life.And if the couple need some inspiration, they should look no further than fellow Street residents Nick and Leanne. The pair tied the knot when they were barely out of school, and more than 20 years later, they’re still going strong.…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022TOYAH ON TRIAL!Laura-Jayne snoops behind the big soap headlines…Here is your first look at Toyah about to stand trial for Imran’s murder in Corrie!Actress Georgia Taylor, who plays the accused, has been spotted filming scenes on location at the courthouse – with Toyah cutting a lonely figure as she hides from the scrutiny behind sunglasses.…“The moments leading up to Imran’s death continue to be shrouded in mystery – did Toyah purposefully set out to kill him in their car crash when she hit the accelerator?” ponders our Corrie spy. “That is what the prosecution will be hoping to prove, while Toyah herself is a little hazy on the details. If put on the stand, she could be her own worst enemy!”Also present for the drama in court is Imran’s former colleague, Adam.…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Will Nadira marry Shaq?The day of Shaq and Nadira’s wedding dawns this week – but both the bride and groom are having second thoughts about going through with it!With Nadira secretly in love with Juliet, but too scared to admit the truth about her sexuality, and Shaq still pining for ex-girlfriend Verity, it seems this union is doomed. But as Hollyoaks star Ashling O’Shea – who plays Nadira – reveals, her character is determined to make this marriage work…Hi, Ashling! How is bride Nadira feeling as the week of her wedding arrives?She’s feeling pretty nervous! She’s been dealing with a lot in the lead-up to this wedding, and her head’s just all over the place. It’s getting more and more real as time goes on, which is a bit scary for her.Why is…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022“I’ve always wanted this story for Amelia!”Hi, Daisy! Amelia is having a baby – how did you feel when they told you this story was happening?I was absolutely shocked, but over the moon! It’s something that I’ve always wanted to do, and I always wanted this story for Amelia. I am so happy about it.What’s it like wearing the prosthetic baby bump?When I first put it on, I had the small one, and it felt really weird. I now have on the medium bump, and it feels really good – quite comfy, actually!Are you nervous about doing the birth scenes?A little bit, but I’ve done my prep. I’ve watched a lot of underage pregnancy birth videos and One Born Every Minute. Mostly the teen episodes, because that’s what my story is centred on.Are you looking forward…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Yasmeen stands by Stu!There’s finally hope for Stu this week, when Yasmeen makes a surprise visit to the prison – and agrees to help fight to clear his name!Alya and Zeedan are combing through the original police files, hoping to unearth evidence that proves Stu was coerced into a confession by a corrupt detective. Their unwavering faith in Stu’s innocence prompts Yasmeen to reconsider her decision to cut Stu out of her life. Though nothing can prepare the broken man for the sight of his beloved waiting for him as he finally walks out of the prison gates…“Stu’s shocked – he was not expecting to see Yasmeen, and didn’t think she’d believe him at all!” admits Bill Fellows, who plays him. “He leaves prison feeling desolate and full of self-pity. Stu feels as…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022You can say that again!“I pride myself on being professional to the fingertips. Apart from that incident with a smorgasbord waitress.”Well, you are expected to help yourself.“Prison is a tough place – if you can’t hack it, you ain’t going to last long, are you?”Says the man who just sold his soul to get out.“Ray’s not the only one with a grudge against this place. What about the lowlife non-entity? Oh… thingummybob-what’s-he-called… Harvey!”Poor Will Mellor. But hey, that’s showbiz.“For a very long time I was convinced I was going to end up with Limahl from Kajagoogoo – and you’re way cuter than him.”Limahl’s story was never-ending, which is more than we can say for Leo’s.“You’ve always got to finish off a piña colada with a slurp and a burp.”We do hear that’s how the…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Can Billy win Honey’s heart?Billy confides in new pal Finlay this week that he’s still in love with Honey – but does he stand any hope of winning her back?Since her recent split with Jay, Honey has found herself in demand, with both Mr Lister and Finlay asking her out on dates! However, it’s clear she’s not interested in either of them. So might she still be harbouring some feelings for Billy, too?“There’s a lot of history between the former spouses, and they’ll always be connected through their children, Janet and William,” our Square spy reminds us. “In truth, Billy has never really stopped loving Honey. But has too much water passed under the bridge for them to be able to make it work?”Though Honey recently made a bet with Kim to say yes…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Time to mourn?It’s another tough week for Charity and Mack, as they try to come to terms with losing their unborn baby.While Charity has tried to bury her feelings and soldier on, Mack is floored by the devastation he feels. Although they were both surprised by the pregnancy, the happy couple were excited about having a baby together, and now their hopes have been crushed.So, as they take some time to reflect on the tragic experience, both Mack and Charity find it hard to cope with their feelings…“For Mack, this is the closest he’s come to being a father, and he keeps remembering how he felt when hearing the baby’s heartbeat,” shares our Dales insider. “That rush of love was overwhelming, and a feeling unlike anything he’s had before. Charity has had…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Charlie saves the day? HE GOES THE EXTRA MILE FOR HIS PATIENTS…Everyone’s favourite nurse, Charlie, returns from his holiday in Greece this week. And it’s clear the break has done him good – as he appears to be suitably refreshed, and raring to go!But while Charlie is hoping his zen attitude will rub off on his stressed colleagues, he’s soon thrown in at the deep end himself when a young patient dies of a drug overdose. Charlie is determined to help her father get some answers about what happened, though Dylan advises him to just move on to the next patient.Going above and beyond as normal, Charlie soon clocks that there’s a link between his patient and two brothers who’ve been brought in following an accident at their club night.However, Charlie later realises that he’s neglected another patient, a former neighbour…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Caught in the web!Emmerdale is ahead of its time this week as Betty becomes a huge internet sensation after the webcam feed of her cleaning goes viral.Yes, she’s what we’d now call an ‘influencer’. And when she follows that up with a public vote to see if she and Seth should reunite after a big fall-out, she’s basically a Love Islander in Scholl sandals.The split comes with Betty furious that Seth has secretly been keeping ‘Betty Cam’ running. But when she realises just how many fans she has, Betty’s head is rather turned by fame. She’s not forgiving Seth, though. She even lines up a fake liaison with Len in front of the cam in revenge, much to Seth’s viewing horror!Betty then chucks him out and opens her reunion vote. Betty’s sure the…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Request SPOTFUN IN THE SUN!Please help – I loved what Verity and Cindy were wearing during the Hollyoaks car wash. Can you let me know where they’re both from?Leah, Sunderland Verity’s playsuit is the ‘Khaki Utility Pocket Linen Look Playsuit’ from selectfashion.co.uk. And Cindy’s outfit is the ‘White Zip Up Front Playsuit’ from justgal.co.uk!SPLITSVILLEIn EastEnders, when Stacey was reminding Martin about the family caravan holiday, she said they booked it just before Covid. But didn’t they split up way before that?Glynnie Stacey and Martin split so many times, it’s hard to keep up! Their final break-up was November 2019, while Stacey was away from the Square. A man named Jerome (Hollyoaks star Chris Charles, aka Saul) turned up on Martin’s doorstep, telling him that he was Stacey’s new boyfriend – and…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022“Home and Away is my family!”"W hen it hits 40 degrees here, we all go under the sun umbrellas!” laughs Home and Away star Ray Meagher, aka Alf, as we catch up with him during the mini-heatwave here in the UK. “We work in the heat all the time, but it’s different being on the coast; we often get the sea breeze. Plus, I suppose we’re used to having hot weather, and you’re generally used to cold weather – and rain!”However, Ray might not be enjoying the sunshine of his character’s hometown for much longer, as Alf contemplates leaving this week! With Martha moving to Merimbula for good, her husband has a lot to consider. After 35 years, could Alf really leave Summer Bay?So why is Alf considering moving away, Ray?Well, Martha’s back in Merimbula…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022“Playing Mary has given me a new lease of life!”BEST NEWCOMER LOUISE JAMESON Mary Goskirk, EmmerdaleMary Goskirk has been a breath of fresh air – she’s made us laugh with her outrageously outspoken attitude, and touched our hearts when she bravely came out as gay after decades of denial. TV legend Louise Jameson is quite rightly nominated for Best Newcomer for bringing the charismatic character to life – although it’s not her first time in the Dales, as she reminds us…Hi, Louise! Is it true that you’ve been in Emmerdale before?One of my first acting jobs was in Emmerdale Farm, as it was then, playing Sharon Crossthwaite. She was the postmistress’ daughter who went missing and was later found dead, she was the first person to be murdered in the soap! Half-a-century later I’m back, and nominated as Best…3 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022“Vicars don’t get an easy ride in this village!”BEST ACTOR KEVIN MATHURIN Charles Anderson,EmmerdaleWe’ve long suspected that kindly Charles is too nice for Emmerdale – yet star Kevin is hopeful that the village vicar will never be tempted to ditch the dog collar when his faith is put to the test. Although, that’s not to say that there aren’t even more skeletons poised to come tumbling out of Charles’ closet…Hi, Kevin! It’s been far from quiet since Charles arrived…I feel like that as well, what have I walked into? It’s been such a roller coaster for Charles – and I think the secret that surprised me the most was when Charles ex-wife, Esme, came looking for Ethan last year. First to explain that Charles had an affair, then to reveal he had a daughter!Yes! So who do you…3 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Love and lossAs this second run of the drama based on Jane Austen’s final and unfinished novel draws to a close this week, lessons in love are set to be learned. While a wary Charlotte Heywood considers her future as a governess for Mr Colbourne at Heyrick Park, her sister Alison prepares to leave Sanditon – seemingly with all romantic hopes dashed. But for their close friend, the imminent heiress Georgiana Lambe, there’s a major shock in store, courtesy of her artist beau, Charles Lockhart…“Now Georgiana is on the verge of inheriting that money, she’s taken her rebellious stage to the next level,” admits Crystal Clarke, who plays her. “She’s had her eye out for anything and anybody who seems different, where she can get a taste of what freedom is going…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022My Telly HEAVEN! ...with Richard BlackwoodAs Richard Blackwood takes on presenter Kirsty Gallacher, actors Clarke Peters and Lesley Joseph, and former footy pro Jimmy Bullard in the Celebrity MasterChef kitchen this week, the Hollyoaks star dishes up his fave TV shows…Hello, Richard! How have you enjoyed being on MasterChef?I’ve always watched it with a bit of fear – but I don’t really back down from challenges! It’s probably the first show that I was quite scared doing, though it’s also one of the best shows I’ve done. It was tough, but it’s opened up my skills, and I’m really grateful.What have you enjoyed watching most recently?Stranger Things. Horror is my favourite genre. I always used to watch things like The Vampire Diaries and Supernatural. This latest Stranger Things series delved more into the horror side…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Pot a lot!JAMIE’S ONE-PAN WONDERS Channel 4 8.30pmPut your Marigolds away tonight, because Jamie Oliver’s back with a washing up-saving new series, introducing a raft of recipes for whipping up with just one pan, pot or dish. This boldly involves showing off ‘never-before-seen’ techniques for the saving of time and patience (and Fairy Liquid, probs) as Jamie reveals how to create simple and delicious meals for all the family, with zero stress. For this evening’s opener, there’ll be a frying-pan pasta, fish pie with a twist and a roast lamb feast – so pop the plates to soak after, and you’ll have your feet up in time for Corrie…RED ROSEBBC3 10PMAs this Bolton-based horror series starring Poldark’s Amelia Clarkson – an unsettling tale of teenagers stalked on their smartphones by the menacing…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Ocean braveSAVING LIVES AT SEA BBC2 8PMAs a new series following inspirational RNLI crews on their dramatic rescue missions begins, it’s flabbergasting that this highly skilled and vital emergency service is still funded by charity – and staffed by a dedicated band of specialist volunteers, dealing with life-or-death situations daily. Tonight, it’s Christmas Eve in Newhaven, East Sussex, where two paragliders have landed on an isolated stretch of beach – and with the tide already rising rapidly, the team races against time to bring the pair to safety. On the Isle of Man, meanwhile, there’s another daring dash to reach a stranded yacht at risk of breaking up on the rocks, with three crew still aboard.HOTEL CUSTODY ITV 9PMFilmed inside Grimsby’s Birchin Way Custody Facility, this new documentary exploring the innovative…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022SOAP SEARCHDanny DyerDavid NeilsonGeorgia TaylorGillian WrightGregory FinneganHarvey Virdi James SuttonJames SuttonJaz DeolJeff HordleyJennifer MetcalfeKevin MathurinLacey TurnerMark CharnockMax BowdenMichael Le VellMikey NorthMillie Gibson Paige SandhuRichard BlackwoodSally CarmanSally DexterStephanie Waring Zaraah AbrahamsZoe HenryJust scan the QR code or visit insidesoap.co.uk/awardsVOTING CLOSES ON FRIDAY 9 SEPTEMBERWe will use the information you supply to process your votes only. For our privacy policy, please visit www.hearst.co.uk/privacy-policyCompetition rules of entry: 1. Competitions are open to all residents of Great Britain and Ireland. Employees of Hearst UK or their families are not eligible to enter. 2. The competitions in this issue open on 16 August 2022 and close on 29 August 2022. 3. The winners will be drawn the day after the closing date. Winners will be chosen at random. A list of winners’ names is available on…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022The HOT listStreamingBRITBOXAugust sees the continuation of BritBox’s ‘Summer Of Film’, featuring titles including Seeking A Friend For The End Of The World (starring Keira Knightley) and Girl With A Pearl Earring (Scarlett Johansson) – as well as series The Day Of The Triffids, The Escape Artist and Made In Chelsea.Available to stream now on BritBox.NOWSING 2Can-do koala Buster Moon and his all-star cast of animal performers prepare to launch a dazzling stage extravaganza in the glittering entertainment capital of the world. There’s just one hitch – he has to find and persuade the world’s most reclusive rock star to join them.BOOKONE NIGHT WITH THE DUKEby Jodi Ellen MalpasIt’s 1814 and Eliza Melroseis is about to be launched into high society – yet the last thing she wants is a husband. But…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Next issue...EASTENDERSJean comes home!BUT WILL SHE SETTLE BACK IN TO LIFE IN WALFORD?YOUR NEXT ISSUE ON SALE TUESDAY 23 AUGThere’s finally some joy on the horizon for Stacey next week, as she prepares to welcome home her beloved mum Jean. It’s been a tough few months for both mother and daughter, as Jean’s battled her way back to health following her bipolar episode – and they both know that it won’t be an easy transition while Jean tries to settle back into life on the Square. However, will the locals welcome Jean back with open arms?EMMERDALENate’s new love!There’s a new romantic interest on the horizon for Nate next week, as a local starts flirting with him! We know Tracy is due home soon – but will Nate have already moved on?HOLLYOAKS…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Faith loses her sight!Terminally-ill Faith may be nearing the end, but she’s determined to go out in style – so this week, she throws a big shindig to celebrate her life!Gathering her nearest and dearest, Faith insists everyone should eat, drink and be merry as she belts out some karaoke tunes. But when she collapses and is rushed to hospital, her kids Chas and Cain are faced with awful news…“Faith comes round in hospital, and claims that she can’t see anything,” reveals our Emmerdale insider. “She’s in a real state, and appears to be confused – it’s really distressing for Chas and Cain to see their mum like this. They’re worried sick about her, and fear what this means for her future.”Both Chas and Cain have struggled to get their head around their…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Janine’s lies exposed!There’s a nightmare unfolding for Janine this week, when Mick and Linda find evidence that could expose her treacherous cover-up!Worse still, Mick and Linda come close to sharing a kiss after they both witness little Annie taking her first steps! So as a vital piece of information is unearthed, and Janine fears the terrible truth about Linda’s car crash will come spilling out, is she dangerously close to losing Mick for good?“It all hangs on the fateful phone call Linda made to the Vic the day of the accident,” explains our EastEnders insider. “Janine picked it up and never told anybody that Linda called – she just rushed off to find her and plot her destruction. However, when Linda goes back through her call log on the day of the…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022HELLO… GOODBYE!It’s official! Danny Miller has returned to the Emmerdale set to shoot his first scenes for Aaron’s big comeback.The fan favourite posted a video on social media of him taking a seat at the Woolpack bar and sipping on a bottle of Ephraim Monk’s finest. Surveying his old stomping ground, the actor declared: “Good to be back…!”Elsewhere in Emmerdale cast news, there could be another mystery exit on the horizon. Producer Jane Hudson teased that the soap’s upcoming 50th anniversary is the beginning of another huge plot that may mean the permanent departure of another much-loved villager…“At the end of October we kick off a storyline which potentially sees one of our characters spending the rest of their life in jail!” she says. “I’m not going to tell you anything…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022WEDDING FEVER!We’re yet to find out whether this wedding will have a happy ending. But at least the cast had great fun behind-the-scenes of the big day…“It was amazing, and just really special to be celebrating Indian and Muslim culture,” grins Ashling. “The dress and the jewellery were beautiful. And learning the dance was fun, though I messed up a lot! We did the routine so many times – but in the end everyone pulled together, and we had a really good laugh.”…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Has Stuart killed Amy?Stuart turns to drugs to deal with his mental anguish this week – but when his pills fall into the wrong hands, the ramifications could prove to be fatal…It’s after he has second thoughts about taking the drugs that Stuart hands them over to Jada for safekeeping. But when she then accidentally drops them while at Denise’s birthday party, the pills are discovered by Lily – resulting in Amy taking one!“Amy is still desperate to impress newcomer Denzel, and she thinks that taking drugs is the way to do that!” reveals our Walford insider. “She has no idea that what she’s doing is so dangerous – but her actions are about to have terrifying consequences when she collapses.”Stuart is in a world of pain right now, and has no clue…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022“Stu’s a grandad – and now he has to clear his name!”Hi, Bill! Stu ends up going to see Bridget again and gets a surprise…Yes, there’s a beautiful moment when he finds out he’s a grandad! He didn’t even know he had a granddaughter, but now he does, he doesn’t want her growing up to think he’s some kind of monster. He wants his daughter and granddaughter to look at him as a decent man.Can you understand why some of his Weatherfield neighbours are against Stu at this point?You have to remember that Stu was in prison for the murder of a young girl who was only 20 years old. I think a lot of the neighbours are upset because they have daughters around that age. Dev is especially confrontational!Could this cause big problems for him and Yasmeen in the community?Speed…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Stephen cons his own niece?Sneaky Stephen worms his way into Underworld this week – when Carla and Sarah agree to hire him as a business consultant!But not content with getting his feet under the table in the factory office, Stephen then suggests to his niece Sarah that perhaps she ought to borrow some money in order to expand the business! Does he really have her best interests at heart, however?“Stephen’s recent behaviour has been shady, to say the least,” points out our cobbles insider. “First his credit card was rejected, then he used a card that’s in his ex-wife’s name – and let’s not forget how desperate he is to get his hands on ailing Audrey’s life savings. Now he’s trying to persuade Sarah to take out a loan! It’s clear that he has…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Just good friends?Dan finally plucks up the courage to ask Harriet out for a drink this week – yet she’s still oblivious to his true feelings for her!The pair have been spending more time together since kindly Harriet allowed Dan and Amelia to move in with her, and it’s clear that Dan is growing very fond of the copper. But when he asks her out for drinks, hoping to make it a date, Harriet just assumes it’s as housemates and nothing more.Will Dan be brave, and admit to Harriet that he’d like to take things further?…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Tane kidnapped!Tane agrees to meet with the biker gang who’ve been stalking him this week – but he’s shocked when he’s ambushed, and thrown into a car with a bag pulled over his head!Tane is taken aback as he arrives at the gang’s HQ and realises that Tex isn’t the friendly gym-enthusiast he was making out to be – he’s one of the guys threatening him…The group’s ringleader, Marty, grills Tane about his stolen money, and Tane denies all knowledge. However, Marty makes it clear that Tane needs to pay back the $150,000 with interest – or they’ll be kidnapping Chloe next time!Tane returns to the Bay on edge, and is immediately confronted by Felicity and Mac, who want to know where he disappeared to. Will Tane come clean to them…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022For bet-er or for worse!The BIG stories from a week of timeless drama…It’s funny the things we do at work to alleviate the boredom of our daily toils. An office Grand National sweepstake can bring a bit of a thrill, or someone doing a cake round on their birthday is always a nice treat.But for Karen this week, a bit of banter over the sewing machines and a £10 bet end up in a legally binding wedding ceremony for her and Steve. Not that either party are unkeen. In fact, it’s clear they’re mad for each other, but each think the other is only doing it for the sake of the bet.Even as the stakes raise from a proposal in the Rovers to a full-on wedding, they fail to declare their feelings. On the…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022SOAPBOXWin! £10THE VILLAGE WOMANISER!What a shame that Kit is now going after Gabby in Emmerdale – while dating her stepmother too! I thought Kit was going to be Laurel’s knight in shining armour, but he’s even worse than Jai. How will Laurel and Gabby be able to look each other in the eye after this?Hannah, BorehamwoodFAMILY MATTERSI absolutely love Corrie’s newest casting, Jodie Prenger as Glenda Shuttleworth. She’s a breath of fresh air on the cobbles, and is already shaping up to be one of my favourite characters. I really hope Glenda and Sean share lots of scenes behind the Rovers bar – they’ll make a fantastic double act!Luke, County Durham We’ve waited a long time for George’s family to join him on the cobbles…WELCOME TO THE FUN HOUSEI think…3 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022“I wasn’t surprised that Debbie turned criminal!”Is it wrong that, ever since Debbie was forced into scamming and scheming to keep her business empire afloat, we’ve been rooting for her to succeed? We love having our bold print-loving hospitality guru winning at life, and hoped she’d find a way out of her massive money troubles.It hasn’t quite worked out like that, though Debbie’s not ruined yet – and that means there’s still a chance for her. But as we catch up with Sue Devaney, who plays Debbie, she tells us that it will be a hard road back to the top…“Well, it’s all come crashing down around Debbie, and she’s mortified and embarrassed,” admits the actress. “She’s built this empire and, as a successful businesswoman, she’s always been able to help her family. But Covid has…3 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022A LIFE OF CRIME!Ethan’s left in charge of Sienna’s twins this week, as she goes after Warren once again. But while Sienna and Warren are at each other’s throats, disaster strikes at home!Hollyoaks star Matthew James-Bailey, who plays Ethan, tells us his character will do whatever it takes to impress his dream woman…“Ethan will do absolutely anything for Sienna,” he reveals. “He’s always going to say yes to her – no matter what she asks! Sienna needs someone to come on board and help her, so Ethan ends up in the middle of her and Warren.”Ethan has been keeping his distance from Sienna after being told to stay away by gangster Norma. But Matthew hopes Ethan and Sienna will be spending more time together in the coming weeks.“There’s a natural chemistry between them,”…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022“Al will fight for Chas!”BEST VILLAIN MICHAEL WILDMAN Al Chapman, EmmerdaleThere’s a storm on its way to Emmerdale – and we don’t just mean the weather! Chas and Al’s affair is rumbled by Belle this week (see p4), but that’s surely just the start of even bigger drama to come – as star Michael Wildman tells us why he loves playing a baddie…Hi, Michael! How does it feel to be one of soap’s top villains?Haha, I don’t know if Al’s that bad, but I’ll take it! They are all villains in that village, absolute gangsters! People are burying people in their back gardens and walking around with cups of coffee in their hands. Al’s a baby in comparison!What’s the worst thing he’s done?I think blowing up the Woolpack – because unfortunately his affairs are…3 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Coast to coastBRITAIN BY BEACH Channel 4 8PMFor those who’ve not yet managed to escape for a seaside sojourn this summer, Anita Rani comes to the rescue as she returns with this scenic series, journeying across Britain’s most stunning beaches. Tonight’s opener finds her in Cornwall – where there’s 420 miles of breathtaking coastline to explore.Beneath Porthcurno Beach, a fascinating tale of clever Victorian engineering is buried (along with an abandoned flip-flop or two, we imagine), while in Perranporth, Anita enjoys a belly boarding sesh.She’s also going to be giving lobster fishing a whirl in Padstow, and discovering how Polperro cove ended up as the go-to destination for the region’s smugglers…THE LAST MOVIE STARS Sky Documentaries 9PMDirected by actor Ethan Hawke, this stunning six-part series takes us on a trip back through…1 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Highland lifeROSIE JONES’ TRIP HAZARD Channel 4 10PMHello Rosie, what’s in store for series two?It’s bigger and better! Basically, I’m using Channel 4’s money to do everything I’ve ever wanted to do. A lot of jumping, falling out of planes, tumbling off cliffs, climbing down buildings and me basically having a bloody good time…How did you decide where to go this time?We really wanted to explore all parts of the UK and go to places that people probably haven’t seen on a travel show before. Places like Bradford, Northampton, Blackpool – we want to show what amazing things you could do there.You start in Scotland with AJ Odudu, and a lot of whisky is drunk – do you have a taste for it now?Er, no! It’s not my drink. I wanted…2 min
Inside Soap UK|34 - 2022Hidden historyDIGGING FOR TREASURE Channel 5 9PMDan Walker, Michaela Strachan and Raksha Dave search for the history buried deep beneath the ground and under water in this new four-part series. With the expert help of metal detectorists, mudlarkers (though they sound like a breed of bird, they’re actually peeps who search for ancient objects along riverbanks) and marine archaeologists, the trio hunt for precious artefacts at a different location every week. Tonight, they’re in Northallerton in Yorkshire, digging beneath a ruined castle in an area of Roman and Viking settlements – with all artefacts unearthed analysed by the British Museum’s Portable Antiquities Scheme, to work out what they are, and how old they might be…TRICK PONY CLUB – OUR LIVES BBC1 7.30PMMeet Scotland’s incredible stunt horse team, a troupe of riders…2 min
