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The Irish Sun
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
EastEnders' legend Natalie Cassidy looks unrecognisable after very glam glow up
EASTENDERS legend Natalie Cassidy looks worlds away from Sonia Jackson days after stunning makeover. Soap favourite Natalie Cassidy has left fans doing a double take after showing off a seriously glam new look. 4 Natalie ditched her usual casual style for a glam new appearance Credit: Instagram/@natcass1 4 She also switched up her signature brunette locks for a fresh blonde style Credit: Instagram/@natcass1 The actress, 42, ditched her usual casual style for a sleek new appearance, complete with flawless makeup, glossy hair and a chic outfit, while promoting her new book Happy Days with publisher Harper Collins. Known for playing trumpet-blowing nurse Sonia on the BBC soap since she was a teen, Natalie turned heads with her polished transformation. Taking to her Instagram stories, Natalie wowed in a black polka dot dress with a mesh hem, showing off her fun and feminine side. She's also switched up her signature brunette locks for a fresh blonde style, complete with voluminous, bouncy waves. read more on eastenders Finishing off the look with bronzed cheeks, fluttery lashes and a nude lip, the soap star looked every inch the glam queen. This comes after the popular soap star took to her Instagram Stories for a She screen-grabbed the article image and concerning headline, which read: "Natalie Cassidy Breaks Down as She Reveals Breast Cancer Diagnosis." It then allegedly featured a quote from the TV star which read: "I Didn't Want Anyone to Know..." Most read in Soaps She furiously wrote in her caption: "THIS IS DISGUSTING AND DISGRACEFUL. "So many people are going through this and I have had messages asking if I'm ok. EastEnders' Natalie Cassidy claims huge pop star used to BULLY her at school and reveals awkward confrontation "It is completely made up and a terrible story. "Take this down whoever you are." Meanwhile, Natalie and her co-host The pair had teamed up for the audio show discussing all things on and off the box. Sonia Fowler's biggest EastEnders storylines Sonia Fowler has featured in EastEnders since 1993, and after starring in thousands of episodes, has been featured in storylines ranging from teenage pregnancy to a cancer scare. Here are some of her biggest. Teen Pregnancy and Birth of Chloe Jackson (1999-2000) Sonia discovered she was pregnant at the age of 15. Viewers were shocked by the sudden birth, as the teen went into labour without even realising she was pregnant. Martin Fowler turned out to be Chloe's father. Sonia initially decided to give the girl up for adoption. Death of her boyfriend (2002) Sonia's boyfriend, Jamie Mitchell, was hit by a car driven by her baby's father. Jamie had just bought an engagement ring for his girlfriend before being struck down by the thoughtless Martin, who was texting while driving. Although the Jamie was rushed to hospital, docs said his liver was irreparably damaged, and he ended up dying with Sonia by his side. Marriage to Martin Fowler and Family Tensions (2004-2007) In a shock twist Sonia went on to marry the man responsible for her previous boyfriend's death. Their relationship was marred by conflicts and infidelity, and they went on to split up after just three years. At one point in their marriage Sonia was taken hostage by Sarah Cairns, who became obsessed with Martin after he flirted with her during a drunken night out. The couple went through struggles again when the adoptive parents of their daughter were killed in a car crash, leaving them responsible for Rebecca. Because of the tension in their relationship Sonia ended up cheating on her husband with one of her co-workers, nurse Naomi Julien. Custody Battle for Rebecca (2005-2007) Baby Chloe, who was renamed Rebecca, was kidnapped by her mum early in life before being returned to her adoptive parents. After Neil and Sue Miller died they awarded Martin full custody of the child because of Sonia's extra-marital affair. The mum was left distraught to be cut out of her daughter's life. Gastric Band Surgery and Weight Struggles (2014-2015) Sonia became insecure about her weight and arranged to have a secret gastric band surgery in Bulgaria. She later collapsed at an exercise class after suffering complications from the operation. Discovery of Bex's Suicide Attempt (2019) Sonia's daughter Rebecca tried to take her own life in a heartbreaking storyline which left viewers in tears. She found Bex unconscious after taking an overdose, and was devastated. Sonia blamed herself for pushing her daughter to breaking point, as she had tried to force her into going to Oxford despite Bex saying she didn't feel ready for university. Natalie had Yet the episodes, which generally clock in at under an hour long, will now come to an end. Welsh screen star Joanna took to her Instagram Stories to post an image of the pair promoting their show and the words: "Our lovely pod is ending and we want to hear from you about your favourite Off The Telly moments. "Send us a voicenote," before stating the contact number. The Sun has reached out to the BBC for comment and a spokesperson told us: 'What started as a six month project turned into more than a year of joyous TV chatter, and over 80 heart-warming episodes. "Though they both loved making the series, Natalie Cassidy and Joanna Page have very busy schedules and on the 21st May, the final episode of Off the Telly will be released on BBC Sounds. "Thank you to Nat and Jo for their warm recommendations and insider analysis, and to the whole team for keeping listeners in the loop with what to watch. "We look forward to working with Nat and Jo again soon!" Natalie, who earlier this year, still has her own podcast, Life With Nat. 4 The mum of two took to her Instagram Stories to rage about a 'disgraceful' story suggesting she has breast cancer Credit: Instagram 4 Natalie and Joanna Page's Off The Telly podcast is coming to an end Credit: Off the telly
Scottish Sun
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
EastEnders cancelled tonight – and won't be a new episode for almost a week
The BBC soap has fallen victim to sports scheduling chaos across TV OFF AIR EastEnders cancelled tonight – and won't be a new episode for almost a week Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EASTENDERS has been cancelled tonight again as the soap struggles in the schedules against sport. The BBC soap has been shifted away from its usual primetime BBC One slot of 7.30pm to iPlayer and BBC Two screenings for the duration of Wimbledon. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 2 EastEnders is off air for eight days during the chaos Credit: BBC 2 Emmerdale and Corrie are also affected by the changes Credit: ITV But that means that all of this week's episodes have already aired - with no new editions until next week. Today also marks the last in the week for ITV soaps Emmerdale and Coronation Street. From Thursday the 3rd of July, fans will be left with no soap content for days with ITV and BBC pulling all their coverage across Thursday and Friday. Emmerdale and Coronation Street will both be bumped from air as a result of the UEFA Women's Euro matches. But its fans of EastEnders that will suffer the most. Following the double-bill on Tuesday 1st July, they will have to go a whole eight days before getting their next fix of Albert Square action. The soap won't air again until the 9th July. And because of the UEFA women's matches, Corrie fans won't see their next episode until Thursday July 10 at 9pm. However ITV recently announced that the two soaps would be following in Hollyoaks' footsteps - by going on YouTube. EastEnders favourite fired after making shock discovery about Bernie Taylor Both Coronation Street and Emmerdale will now be available to watch on the streaming giant at the same time as on ITVX - 7am each morning. The big move comes ahead of ITV launching its soap power hour from January with reductions in episodes for both soaps to just five per week.
The Irish Sun
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
EastEnders cancelled tonight – and won't be a new episode for almost a week
EASTENDERS has been cancelled tonight again as the soap struggles in the schedules against sport. The BBC soap has been shifted away from its usual primetime BBC One slot of 7.30pm to iPlayer and BBC Two screenings for the duration of Wimbledon. 2 EastEnders is off air for eight days during the chaos Credit: BBC 2 Emmerdale and Corrie are also affected by the changes Credit: ITV But that means that all of this week's episodes have already aired - with no new editions until next week. Today also marks the last in the week for ITV soaps Emmerdale and Coronation Street. From Thursday the 3rd of July, fans will be left with no soap content for days with ITV and BBC pulling all their coverage across Thursday and Friday. Emmerdale and Coronation Street will both be bumped from air as a result of the UEFA Women's Euro matches. Read more on EastEnders But its fans of EastEnders that will suffer the most. Following the double-bill on Tuesday 1st July, they will have to go a whole eight days before getting their next fix of Albert Square action. The soap won't air again until the 9th July. And because of the UEFA women's matches, Corrie fans won't see their next episode until Thursday July 10 at 9pm. Most read in Soaps However ITV recently announced that the two soaps would be following in Hollyoaks' footsteps - by going on YouTube. EastEnders favourite fired after making shock discovery about Bernie Taylor Both Coronation Street and Emmerdale will now be available to watch on the streaming giant at the same time as on ITVX - 7am each morning. The big move comes ahead of ITV launching its soap power hour from January with reductions in episodes for both soaps to just five per week.
The Irish Sun
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
EastEnders fans stunned after spotting huge show star in another popular drama
EASTENDERS fans have been left stunned after spotting a huge show star in another popular drama. ITV viewers couldn't believe their eyes after noticing that 3 EastEnders fans have been left stunned after spotting Harriet Thorpe in another popular drama Credit: BBC The unexpected cameo from a 2021 repeat didn't go unnoticed. On Reddit, one user wrote: "Ar [sic] Elaine in Midsomer Murders," sharing a photo of the star wearing a floral kaftan and colourful necklace. Another quipped: "It seems she has a consistent costume department." Harriet is well-known to EastEnders viewers as Elaine Peacock - Queen Victoria's feisty landlady. read more on EASTENDERS She took on the role in 2023 , but her credits stretch much further back, including appearances in Wicked, Absolutely Fabulous, The Brittas Empire, and of course, Midsomer Murders. In fact, Thorpe appeared in the hit series twice - once in 2006's Dance with the Dead and later in 2021's The Stitcher Society - well before she arrived at the Queen Vic. Last year, The Sun revealed some exclusive photos of Elaine marrying her on-screen husband, George Knight, played by Colin Salmon. Soap bosses filmed the Most read in Soaps A huge swathe of the BBC soap's cast turned out to a church in Bushey near the studios to film the big soap wedding of the year. Elaine actress Harriet Thorpe looked stunning in the landlady's shimmering gold wedding gown. EastEnders star looks unrecognisable in classic comedy Absolutely Fabulous Elaine's intended, George Knight actor Colin Salmon wore a sand coloured suit matching with his best man Johnny Carter. Anna and Gina Knight stars Francesca Henry and While their on-screen mum, Cindy Beale star Michelle Collins also attended in full funeral black alongside Ian Beale actor Adam Woodyatt. A source said at the time: 'The BBC have clearly pushed the boat out for the wedding. 'These days its unheard of for even the big soap weddings to have large amounts of the cast filming on location but bosses have made it work.' 3 She popped up in none other than Midsomer Murders Credit: Reddit 3 Harriet is well-known to EastEnders viewers as Elaine Peacock Credit: BBC
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
EastEnders exit as TWO stars axed after eight years and leave in a blaze of glory in final scenes
The family first arrived in Walford eight years ago - but now they're all gone THE ENDER EastEnders exit as TWO stars axed after eight years and leave in a blaze of glory in final scenes EASTENDERS has aired two major exits after bosses decided to axe the remaining Taylor family. The BBC soap said farewell to Bernie Taylor and her cousin Felix Baker, eight years after the controversial family made their debut. Advertisement 3 EastEnders has aired two shock exits after the actors were axed from the soap Credit: BBC 3 Suki eventually relented and let Bernie and Felix go Credit: BBC 3 Bernie and Felix fled Walford for a new life in Spain Credit: BBC The Sun exclusively revealed how actors Clair Norris and Matthew James Morrison were being axed from the show earlier this year as new boss Ben Wadey makes huge changes. And in today's double-bill, their final storylines played out. Viewers discovered last week how Bernie had been stealing from the Panesars after being left over-all control of the business empire by Nish after his death at Christmas. Realising what was going on, Ravi and Vinny set a trap for Bernie to expose her as the thief - giving her another chance to steal from them. Advertisement But they had no idea Bernie wasn't planning to stick around to face the consequences. She packed her bags and convinced Felix to come with her Having fallen for Ravi and Vinny's trap and taken another £25,000 from the Panesar businesses, Bernie and Felix were set to leave. But as they headed to the cab, Suki got in the way and stopped them with other members of The Six watching. Advertisement 'She stole from me,' said Suki. 'No, you did,' hit back Bernie. 'You all did. You stole from me and my family. Something that I can never get back. EastEnders favourite fired after making shock discovery about Bernie Taylor 'You've all just moved on. You can walk away from the Vic now that it's up for sale and start again, you've got Harvey, Jack, all your kids…' Turning back to Suki she told her: 'And you have got it all. Advertisement 'Everything that you ever wanted. You can be who you are with the woman that you love. 'This money is a drop in the ocean to get away with what you did, to move on, to finally let me, my mum, my family, to be finally be free of this.' EastEnders stars who QUIT MICHELLE Collins has seen her second EastEnders stint boost her bank balance. Yet what stars have quit this year? The Sun exclusively reported how Michelle, 62, was down to £20,000 in her company accounts when she agreed to a shock back-from-the-dead return to Albert Square last year. Her character, Cindy Beale, was presumed dead off-camera in 1998. Yet what about the 2024 exits? Earlier this summer, loyal soap fans appeared to note how Stevie Mitchell had "quit" the long-running series. It came after Alan Ford enjoyed just six-months on-screen. Bobby Beale actor Clay Milner Russell also left this year after five years in Walford. Fans also feared Martin Fowler actor James Bye would "quit out of boredom" over recent storylines. Additionally, a host of stars have quit the BBC soap for Hollywood fame. One of the most successful stars to come from the BBC One soap is Rob Kazinsky. He played Stacey Slater's brother Sean Slater from 2006 to 2009, he has starred in Hollywood blockbusters Pacific Rim and Captain Marvel. Ben Hardy, who quit EastEnders as Bobby Beale almost a decade ago, went on to break Hollywood the following year, when he starred as Archangel in X-Men: Apocalypse. Since then, he has played Roger Taylor in Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody, and he starred in Michael Bay's Netflix movie 6 Underground. Michelle Ryan played Zoe Slater until 2005. She starred as the lead in short-lived American series Bionic Woman from 2007 to 2008. Kathy and Linda begged Suki to let Bernie go with the cash, and she stepped aside. Bernie and Felix climbed into the cab and drove off - just as Ravi emerged to watch the shocking development.
