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Metro
an hour ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Emmerdale's Cain plans another funeral after Nate's
Since Nate Robinson's (Jurell Carter) death, Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordely) has been spiralling in Emmerdale. It's no thanks to John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth), who all but handed him the scotch to enable him to drink himself into a stupor, which resulted in Cain faceplanting the floor and John making himself the hero by saving him from the alcohol poisoning he gave him. But with or without John's interference, Cain has been struggling with his guilt over Nate's death and his turn to booze was a sign he is not coping with his loss. He admitted to John that he was struggling with the fact he didn't tell Nate what he meant to him before he died – or any of the other loved ones he's lost – and the fact that Nate died thinking Cain had disowned him is eating him up inside. Meanwhile, he's still somewhat convinced that Tracy might have had something to do with it, and vice versa, with their game of tit for tat not helping Cain's mood one bit. Tracy (Amy Walsh) truly put the boot in by making her checkmate move and banning Cain from the funeral, which later became a ban for the entire Dingle family. More Trending This was a painful blow to Cain, as he saw it as a lost chance to say a proper apologetic goodbye to his son. Want to be the first to hear shocking EastEnders spoilers? Who's leaving Coronation Street? The latest gossip from Emmerdale? Join 10,000 soaps fans on Metro's WhatsApp Soaps community and get access to spoiler galleries, must-watch videos, and exclusive interviews. Simply click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! Don't forget to turn on notifications so you can see when we've just dropped the latest spoilers! But there's a reprieve for the mechanic. Granddaughter Sarah (Katie Hill) tries to help him see that the ban is an opportunity instead – if Tracy is taking over the main funeral anyway, Cain can have his own send off for his son and be in complete control. That means a right royal Dingle knees up is on the cards complete with chaos and all the high spirits their unconventional Dingle funerals can muster. View More » Sarah is pleased to see Cain getting on board with the idea. Will this be enough to bring him round? MORE: Emmerdale star to stage unexpected return after 5 years – for tragic reason MORE: Heartbreaking Sarah update in Emmerdale ITVX release as complications arise in surgery MORE: All Emmerdale spoilers for next week as two new faces stir up trouble
Daily Mirror
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
EastEnders legend looks unrecognisable after making dramatic TV return
Early fans of BBC soap EastEnders may not have recognised an actor who returned decades later to star in a BBC2 series, with his social media also showing him in a different light EastEnders star Clair Norris has been told her contract will not be renewed, prompting the exit of her character Bernie Taylor after eight years. While viewers will say goodbye to Bernie, Oscar Branning is returning to Albert Square after an eight year absence, with actor Pierre Moullier taking over the role. Viewers who watched the soap from the start will remember a character brought to the fledgling soap by writers Tony Holland and Julia Smith to represent London's growing Turkish Cypriot community. Mehmet Osman was played by Haluk Bilginer, who spent three unforgettable years in Albert Square. Mehmet once duetted with his brother Ali Osman, played by Nejdet Salih, at The Queen Vic pub, where they performed the lively Turkish song Oy Oy Emine. In another scene at the Vic, he was struck by Mary the Punk after he attempted to kiss her. Sadly, both stars were abruptly written out of the goings-on in Albert Square when the writers exited the show. While Nejdet's acting career seemed to plateau after leaving EastEnders, Haluk's didn't. He continued acting and looked completely unrecognisable from his Walford days when he returned to TV in the starring role of The Turkish Detective. Stepping into the shoes of Detective Cetin Ikmen in the BBC2 series last July, he sported a bushy, grey beard and starred alongside Yasemin Allen, who played Cetin's female counterpart, Detective Ayse Farsakoglu. Haluk's Instagram account also shows him in a completely different light to the young Mehmet from EastEnders. In one image, taken back in 2021, he has long, wild hair and the same grey beard, with a photo that he captioned: "IS BALLET A SPORT???" Another picture, taken just before Christmas last year, reveals him to be in New York, as he smilingly poses for a selfie on the streets with a group of people on the street. The Turkish Detective was created for TV by American film company Miramax, and inspired by English author Barbara Nadel's The Cetin Ikmen Crime Novels. While Nadel's version stretches across 24 novels, the tale was condensed into eight episodes for viewers. Ethan Kai, recognised for his portrayal of Kasim in Emmerdale from 2016 to 2017 and his stint in BBC's spy thriller Killing Eve, also joined the cast. Haluk's acting credentials after EastEnders are impressive. In 1992, he and his then-wife Zuhal Olcay secured roles in the Young Indiana Jones Chronicles. After moving back to his native Turkey and starring in a host of films there, they even set up their own theatre. Despite taking a break from English-language films for some time, Haluk made a comeback in 2009 with the American thriller The International, where he took on the role of high-tech missile guidance system dealer, Ahmet Sunay. He also featured as Dr Ranbir Sartain, the new psychiatrist of Michael Myers, in the 2018 horror sequel Halloween. In 2014, he clinched the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival for his role in Winter Sleep, and in 2018, he bagged an Emmy for Best Performance by an Actor for his portrayal of Agah Beyoglu in the Turkish crime drama Sahsiyet (Persona).
Daily Mail
2 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EastEnders star shares heartbreak over the tragic death of beloved brother in emotional post
Former EastEnders star Sean Maguire has shared his heartbreak over the loss of his brother Darren in an emotional new post on Instagram. The LA-based actor, 49, who starred in the BBC soap as Aidan Brosnan in 1993 before going on to launch a pop career, opened up on his agony on a recent post by Scottish singer Lewis Capaldi. Taking to the comments on Lewis' post about his comeback single Survive, Sean admitted that he'd been going through a 'tough time' and had broken down in tears after listening to one of Lewis' songs. He penned: 'Lewis been a fan for a while. Don't like talking about this s****. But having a tough time just now. Lost my brother six months ago. Holding it together. 'But dropped my kids off this morning and played 'someone you loved' and hit differently. Then burst into tears.' He concluded: 'I didn't know I needed it. Maybe I did. Had to pull the car over and keep singing and crying. Thank you for the therapy. Really thank you. You helped me get back up. X.' Taking to the comments on Lewis' post about his comeback single Survive , Sean admitted that he'd been going through a 'tough time' and had broken down in tears after listening to one of Lewis' songs Sean's comment was met with several supportive messages from other Instagram users, many of whom shared their own stories of grief and heartbreak. Sean, who first found fame as Grange Hill's Tegs Ratcliffe in 1988, previously shared the news of his brother's death on January 15, four days after his passing. Taking to Instagram alongside a video of images of his sibling over the years, Sean shared: 'I've struggled to find the words or even choose the pictures for this. Because it means that it's real but for those who don't already know our beloved brother Darren Maguire passed away on Saturday, 11th January. 'He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He was a truly remarkable man, friend, son, brother, and father. 'He was so loved by everyone that knew him. I'm still in so much shock. 'I can barely form a sentence, but I know the world has lost one of its most beloved people and I have lost my best friend. We love you Darren and we'll never stop loving you. Now go make them laugh and dance heaven.' During Sean's almost year-long stint on EastEnders, he portrayed the role of troubled drug addict teen Aidan. Sean left the soap in 1993 after a turbulent 11-months on the Square, during which his character suffered homelessness and depression before returning to Ireland in an attempt to reconnect with his parents. Sean's comment was met with several supportive messages from other Instagram users, many of whom shared their own stories of grief and heartbreak After leaving Albert Square, he embarked on a pop career, bagging eight top 30 hits including Good Day, which peaked at an impressive number 12 in the UK singles chart. He has since enjoyed a successful career in the United States, with a steady stream of minor roles leading to recurring part in fantasy drama Once Upon A Time. Last year, he appeared in popular show Death in Paradise as it marked its 100th episode - 13 years after he appeared in the first ever episode. Sean moved to California in 2000, becoming a US citizen in time to vote in the presidential election. The TV star is a proud father to three children, who he shares with wife Tanya Flynn.
Daily Mirror
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
EastEnders' Mary the Punk star unrecognisable 37 years since quitting soap
Mary 'the Punk' Smith was a big part of the original EastEnders line-up when it first aired in 1985, with viewers fondly remembering the character who left just three years later EastEnders legend Mary 'the Punk' was part of the original cast of 23 who first arrived on our TV screens back in 1985. Other now-familiar faces first setting foot in Albert Square back then included Pauline Fowler (Wendy Richard), Ali Osman (Nejdet Adamson/Salih) and Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean). Mary was a young, single mother who ended up in all manner of scrapes, largely due to her irresponsible nature and lack of willingness to heed good advice. She was unable to read or write and hid herself under punk make-up – a northern girl all alone in a southern city. For Canadian-British actress Linda Davidson, a role in the brand-new BBC One soap was the big acting break she needed, having just finished learning her craft at the prestigious Italia Conti Academy in London. During her time on the soap she became romantically involved with co-star Nejdet Salih, who played Ali Osman and ran the café and his own taxi firm. Meanwhile, Mary's three years in Albert Square, saw herself in a number of difficult situations, with storylines focusing on unemployment and drugs, as well as one where she dabbled with prostitution – that drew controversy for linking it with single mums. However, Linda quit the soap for pastures new in 1988 when she was offered a part in a play. She went on to appear in TV shows including First of the Summer Wine, Casualty, The House of Eliott and The Bill, and also starred in a revival of The Rocky Horror Show in London's West End. After that, she secured a role looking after the BBC's drama websites and became editor of E4 interactive in the 2000s. Viewers assumed they'd seen the last of Mary in EastEnders, never to return. But Linda has reprised the role twice since 1988, firstly in 2019 for the funeral of the soap's beloved character, Dr Harold Legg, alongside actor Tom Watt who played Lofty Holloway, leaving fans 'in awe'. Reflecting on her EastEnders homecoming at the time, Linda said: "EastEnders was my first proper family. It gave me stability and a fantastic foundation from which to build an incredible life. "The people of EastEnders have been a consistent thread throughout the intervening years. I am so thrilled, and very proud to be returning to that family 35 years later. It's going to be a blast!" She returned again in 2022 for the funeral of Dot Branning after the actress who played her, June Brown, sadly died aged 95.
South Wales Argus
4 hours ago
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- South Wales Argus
BBC EastEnders star confirmed to be leaving the soap
Molly Rainford, known for playing Queen Vic barmaid Anna Knight on the BBC soap, will be leaving. She joined the show two years ago but will leave for new career options, according to reports. The BBC has confirmed the star's exit and wished her well for the future. EastEnders star Molly Rainford set to leave BBC soap A BBC spokesman told Newsquest: "We can confirm that Molly Rainford will be leaving EastEnders later this year, and we wish her all the best for the future.' On the exit, an insider told The Sun: "Molly came into the show two years ago, and in that time has been trusted with some great storylines. 'It's just so happened that when Molly was considering other options in her career, a meeting was held to discuss the future of the character, and both parties were in mutual agreement that it was the right time for Anna Knight to wave goodbye to Walford.' Molly's character Anna is the daughter of George Knight and Cindy Beale. She made her first appearance in June 2023. EastEnders' Top 5 Villains The now 24-year-old from London rose to fame on Britain's Got Talent. In 2012, at the age of 11, she made it to the final of the ITV competition, finishing sixth after a rendition of Beyoncé's version of "Ave Maria" in the final. In March 2023, it was announced that she had been cast in EastEnders. Since joining the soap, she has also appeared on Strictly Come Dancing, where she finished as the runner-up alongside professional partner Carlos Gu. Other EastEnders exits confirmed in 2025 Molly is not the only star to leave the show this year. Bobby Brazier is leaving popular BBC soap EastEnders after four years. Clair Norris, who plays Bernie Taylor, has also left the show after eight years. Team #EastEnders has won Soap of the Year at the 2025 @TRICawards . A huge thank you to everyone who voted for us, we appreciate each and every one of you! 🥳 🏆 — BBC EastEnders (@bbceastenders) June 24, 2025 In March, it was revealed that Matthew James Morrison's time as Felix Baker was coming to an end. One of the biggest departures of the year was Natalie Cassidy, who played Sonia Fowler in EastEnders, and left the show after 32 years. Recommended reading: Speaking about her exit, she said: 'It felt very final but also very good. It's a nice place to leave Sonia after so much has happened to her. 'Sonia feels like she's never going to live down what happened with Reiss, so the only thing to do is leave the Square. 'I'm never going to say goodbye to her because, after 32 years, Sonia is ingrained in me. So, while I'm saying goodbye on screen, for now, Sonia is always there, knocking about!'
