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The EastEnders legend has landed her next soap role. Best known for her iconic role as Laura Beale in EastEnders, actress Hannah Waterman is set to make her return to the world of soaps – but Down Under. Having moved to Australia 10 years ago and appeared in a number of dramas there, Waterman is now reportedly set to make an appearance in hit series Home and Away. According to The Sun, Waterman is set to play a magistrate in scenes set to air in the UK this December. Waterman first made her EastEnders debut as Laura – the wife of Ian (played by Adam Woodyatt) – back in 2000 and starred in the soap for four years until her character was killed off in 2004. In her dramatic…

Julie and Phil butt heads again, Nicola shows her vulnerable side and Jack is suspicious. BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron Ravi Gulati (Aaron Thiara) and Priya Nandra-Hart (Sophie Khan Levy) enjoy a passionate reunion next week, but Ravi's criminal activities look set to derail their future. Speaking of which, poor Kojo Asare (Dayo Koleosho) ends up in trouble as a result of those working for Ravi - and George Knight (Colin Salmon) is furious. Julie Bates (Karen Henthorn) is back, spelling more conflict for Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) as they clash over caring for Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley). Also, George is on hand to be there for a vulnerable Nicola Mitchell (Laura Do…

7 Coronation Street spoilers next week: Tracy catches out cheating Abi and Carl and Debbie collapses Kit causes trouble, Dee-Dee finds romance, Brody is up to no good and an exit is sealed. ITV Kit Green (Jacob Roberts) finds himself in hot water next week after interfering in girlfriend Sarah Platt's (Tina O'Brien) business deal - but more intriguing is what he finds out about the mysterious Becky Swain. Abi Webster's (Sally Carman-Duttine) affair is rumbled by Tracy Barlow (Kate Ford), while Debbie Webster (Sue Devaney) has a medical emergency. Also, there's romance for Dee-Dee Bailey (Channique Sterling-Brown), but is the conflict of interest too great? Brody Michaeli…

Emmerdale actor Isabel Hodgins has spoken about her upcoming break from the ITV soap. The Victoria Sugden actor announced this week that she and husband Adam Whitehead are expecting their first child together, and that the little one is expected to arrive early next year. Having first joined Emmerdale in 2006, Hodgins' maternity leave marks a rare break for her. "I will miss it," she told The Mirror. "I love the people there, but I've worked there for 19 years, so I feel like I've done what I've wanted to do and been selfish with my career. "Now, it's time to devote my life to being a mum, that feels right to me. But there's still FaceTime, so they won't forget me! The …

Neighbours fans can expect big trouble for Andrew Rodwell and Holly Hoyland next week, as Rhett Norman rumbles their secret romantic connection. The two characters take one step closer to an affair in this week's episodes, as they share a forbidden kiss close to the Lassiters drinks van. It's a risky move to give into temptation in such a public setting – especially with Rhett driving his car nearby… Prime Video / FremantleMedia Australia Prime Video / FremantleMedia Australia In follow-on scenes next week, Rhett and his boyfriend Aaron Brennan arrange a playdate for their respective daughters to get to know each other better. They plan to let the girls know that they'…

Home and Away's biggest exit plot in years will see Irene Roberts face an angry backlash from her friends. Viewers will know that the soap is gearing up to say goodbye to Irene, who recently disclosed her Alzheimer's diagnosis with the residents of Summer Bay. In upcoming scenes, Irene will announce her departure from the fictional coastal town after 33 years, leaving some members of the community feeling annoyed at her choice. "She wants to use her situation, the money she has and the time she has left, to live the rest of her life the best she can," actor Lynne McGranger told TV Week. After signing her shares of the Diner over to Leah Patterson-Baker, Irene prepares to…

Rex Gallagher boldly returns to the village in Hollyoaks next week – and faces a furious backlash for his role in the exploitation scheme. In a surprise turn of events, Rex is granted his freedom after recently changing his police statement to implicate the true masterminds. Viewers have just seen Rex give evidence confirming that his sisters Grace Black and Clare Devine were both heavily involved in what happened to Dillon Ray, Frankie Osborne and other young people in the local area. This led to Grace and Clare finally being arrested for their crimes, as police detectives Donny Clark and Dodger Savage closed in. In new scenes next week, Tom Cunningham gives Rex his l…

Bradley Johnson has spoken about his Emmerdale character Vinny Dingle's sexuality story for the first time, revealing how things take a terrifying turn next week. In June, much to his own shock and ours, Vinny tried to kiss new friend Kammy Hadiq (Shebz Miah), despite being engaged to marry Gabby Thomas (Rosie Bentham). While Vinny tried to bury his worries, brushing off questions from Kammy, he soon seeks answers online about his new feelings. But when Vinny meets a man called Mike, who is seemingly supportive as Vinny tries to figure out his sexuality, all is not as it seems, and Mike blackmails Vinny. Chatting to RadioTimes.com and other press, Johnson told us how it a…

Michelle Ryan has shared who she would most like to reunite with in EastEnders, ahead of her permanent return as Zoe Slater after 20 years away. In an exclusive chat and photoshoot with Radio Times magazine, Ryan was joined by co-star Jessie Wallace, who plays Zoe's estranged mum Kat Moon. Asked what her next dream return would be for the soap, the actress replied: "I would like Kim [Medcalf] to come back, who played Sam." Wallace added: "Oh yeah, she came back. Yeah, she's brilliant." "Yeah," Ryan agreed, standing by her answer: "So, Kim." Kim Medcalf as Sam Mitchell. BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron In recent years, Medcalf made two memorable comebacks as Sam, but was l…

A familiar face brings two newcomers along for the ride. Coronation Street has announced the return of a familiar face as the new landlady for the Rovers Return - alongside two brand new castings. Catherine Tyldesley is back filming as her bubbly alter ego Eva Price for the first time since 2018, but Eva won't be alone. Aaron McCusker and Pauline McLynn, acclaimed actors who starred in Shameless as Jamie McGuire and Libby Croker respectively, are joining the ITV soap as Eva's new partner and his interfering mother! McCusker will play Ben Driscoll, and McLynn will star as Maggie, with Eva and Ben set to be unveiled as the next owners of the Rovers this October. Viewers w…

Home and Away's biggest exit plot in years will see Irene Roberts face an angry backlash from her friends. Viewers will know that the soap is gearing up to say goodbye to Irene, who recently disclosed her Alzheimer's diagnosis with the residents of Summer Bay. In upcoming scenes, Irene will announce her departure from the fictional coastal town after 33 years, leaving some members of the community feeling annoyed at her choice. "She wants to use her situation, the money she has and the time she has left, to live the rest of her life the best she can," actor Lynne McGranger told TV Week. After signing her shares of the Diner over to Leah Patterson-Baker, Irene prepares to …

Hollyoaks is set to air devastating scenes for Mercedes next week, in the aftermath of her son Bobby Costello's death. Last month Bobby was tragically killed by Jez Blake after the teenager found out Jez's dark secret ahead of his wedding to John Paul. Serial killer Jez then tried to threaten Bobby into helping plant evidence that would frame Dilly for his recent murders. But Jez's erratic behaviour became too much for John Paul, who called off his wedding to Jez at the altar. Mercedes then berated Jez in front of the wedding guest, with the killer vowing to get his revenge on her. READ MORE

Neighbours is recasting a classic character in time for the grand finale. The Australian soap is expected to bow out with a new final episode airing later this year and has just announced an exciting return. Taking to Instagram, Neighbours has shared that Paul Robinson's daughter Elle is returning to Ramsay Street – 16 years after she first left Erinsborough. Previously played by Pippa Black, who cameoed in 2019 and 2022, the character will now be portrayed by Elise Jansen. "Elle Robinson returns!" Neighbours' Instagram post shared earlier today. "Now played by Elise Jansen, Paul's daughter will soon be arriving on Ramsay Street, but what's brought her back after all this…

Emmerdale’s Ray (Joe Absolom) is setting his sights on April Windsor (Amelia Flanagan) as the gangster continues to prey on the village's youngsters. Viewers know that Dylan Penders was stabbed in the leg with a pitchfork by Kyle, after he broke into Butler’s Farm to look for more drugs on Ray’s orders. Dylan refused to go to the hospital for the injury but on Monday’s episode he was found collapsed by April who brought him to the veterinary surgery. Paddy eventually agreed to treat Dylan and also allowed him to stay at his house to save the teen from sleeping rough again. READ MORE

Lorraine Stanley has ruled out a return to Albert Square. Speaking with the Mirror, the actor, who portrayed fiery matriarch Karen Taylor from 2017 to 2024, explained that for now, she's focusing on her family life. Asked if she would reprise her iconic role, Stanley mused: "Maybe – they didn't kill me off. But right now, I wouldn't. I'm enjoying [spending time with my daughter] Nancy. On EastEnders, I missed a lot of milestones. Now I'm like her personal taxi driver for skateboarding, piano lessons – and I love it. "I've gone for a few auditions. I haven't got anything yet, but I will," the TV star continued. "And if I don't, I don't mind that either. I'm so happy being …

Coronation Street has cast former EastEnders star Pauline McLynn in a new role, as Catherine Tyldesley's return as Eva Price is officially confirmed. It was reported in February that Tyldesley would reprise her role after a seven-year absence from the ITV soap, with more recent updates hinting that the famous character could arrive in Weatherfield with a new partner. In an official update from ITV, it has been confirmed that Eva will be joined by partner Ben Driscoll and "interfering" mother-in-law Maggie, who will be portrayed by Aaron McCusker and McLynn respectively. The trio will arrive on the cobbled streets in October, with Eva and Ben promptly heading behind the b…

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