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Metro
a day ago
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- Metro
EastEnders star Ricky Champ's wife rushed to hospital after complications
EastEnders star Ricky Champ's wife has been hospitalised after suffering complications to a pre-existing health issue. The actor, 45, who played Stuart Highway in the BBC soap between 2018 and 2022, has been married to influencer Sammy Gilbert for nine years. Together they share two children – a daughter named Beatrix and a son named River. Taking to Instagram this weekend, Sammy told her followers that she was unable to see out of her eyes as a result of them being swollen. 'What is the absolute one thing you don't need to happen the day before you fly to Disney when you need to go shopping/pack/clean/do washing,' she questioned. 'Oh that's right, wake up with your lips so swollen you can't speak and eyes swollen shut so you're in A&E at 7am.' 'One of the side effects of my gallstones and liver is severe hives all over my body every single morning that go away by bedtime then I wake up and it starts all over again. 'Something due to the toxins etc (still not considered urgent though, still been told need to wait a year + for an op).' Sammy then shared a number of pictures of her eyes and mouth, which were clearly swollen. Ricky left the show alongside on-screen wife Tanya Franks, who played Rainie Cross, who staged a comeback for his final scenes. 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! Towards the end of his time in the Square, Stuart struggled with postnatal depression following the birth of his son Roland, all the while battling breast cancer. More Trending Stuart and Rainie reunited after a tough period in their marriage, and resolved to start afresh outside of Walford. The duo stole a hearse from Jay and rode out of Walford in a way that only Rainie and Stuart could have, saying goodbye to their loved ones in emotional scenes. View More » He's since appeared in controversial ITV sitcom Piglets, and became one of many former soap stars to appear in 2:22 A Ghost Story. MORE: EastEnders legend Sam Womack lands major new role worlds away from Ronnie Mitchell MORE: EastEnders legends reunite for night out ahead of major character's return after 20 years MORE: Emmerdale celebrates the Lionesses' Euros victory with last minute special scene
Daily Record
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
EastEnders star's wife rushed to hospital after she's left 'unable to speak'
Sammy could not see out of her swollen eyes. EastEnders star Ricky Champ has revealed that his wife was rushed to A&E after she was left unable to speak. Ricky's wife Sammy suffered complications related to an ongoing health issue and could not see out of her swollen eyes. The mum-of-two said that she had to get medical help as the family were about to head off on a dream trip to Disney, writes The Mirror. She said: 'What is the absolute one thing you don't need to happen the day before vou fly to Disney when you need to go shopping/ pack/clean/do washing. Oh that's right, wake up with your lips so swollen you can't speak and eyes swollen shut so vou're in A&E at 7am. 'One of the side effects of my gallstones and liver is severe hives all over my body every single morning that go away by bedtime then I wake up and it starts all over again. 'Something due to the toxins etc (still not considered urgent though, still been told need to wait a year + for an op).' Sammy, who is an influencer, then shared a series of pictures of her very swollen face before she returned to her normal self. Since marrying Sammy in August 2016, actor Ricky, who portrayed Stuart Highway in the soap. has built a life with their two children, daughter Beatrix and son River, while also carving out a varied career beyond EastEnders. Champ left behind his role as fan fave Stuart in the long-running BBC soap in 2022 after what he called a transformative experience. 'In EastEnders I went from villain to hero to dad,' he told Digital Spy at the time. 'It was amazing, doing that for five years with a character's arc. It felt weird leaving him,' he admitted. Though he's moved on from the soap, Champ isn't writing off a potential comeback. 'He didn't die. He rode off into the sunset. I think he's somewhere in the North Circular living with Rainie,' he said of his on-screen alter ego. Since his departure, Champ has kept busy. A year later, he joined the West End cast of 2:22 A Ghost Story at the Apollo Theatre. He's also made his way into streaming, landing a role in the Netflix period drama The Decameron, acting alongside Derry Girls star Saoirse-Monica Jackson. The show is about the plague which spreads through Italy, and a group of nobles and servants retreat to a villa, where their lavish getaway quickly spirals into chaos. In addition, Champ plays Sergeant Daz Black in ITV's police training comedy Piglets, showing his versatility in both drama and comedy roles.
The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
EastEnders star rushes wife to A&E as she's left unable to speak and with swollen eyes
EASTENDERS star Ricky Champ's wife was rushed to hospital over the weekend after being left unable to speak. Mum-of-two Sammy suffered complications to an ongoing health issue and found herself struggling to see out of her swollen eyes. 5 Ricky Champ's wife Sammy was rushed to hospital 5 Sammy's lips were very swollen Credit: Instagram 5 The influencer shared snaps of her appearance and revealed her struggle Credit: Instagram The influencer revealed she was forced to get medical help as the family prepared to travel to Disney for a holiday. She explained: 'What is the absolute one thing you don't need to happen the day before vou fly to Disney when you need to go shopping/ pack/clean/do that's right, wake up with your lips so swollen you can't speak and eyes swollen shut so vou're in A&E at 7am. 'One of the side effects of my gallstones and liver is severe hives all over my body every single morning that go away by bedtime then I wake up and it starts all over again. 'Something due to the toxins etc (still not considered urgent though, still been told need to wait a year + for an op).' Read More on EastEnders Sammy then shared a series of pictures of her very swollen face before she returned to her normal self. Sammy and Ricky, who tied the knot in August 2016, have a daughter named Beatrix and a son, River. Ricky, who is best known for playing Stuart Highway in EastEnders , has landed a number of impressive gigs since leaving the soap. Ricky left EastEnders in 2022 after a 'crazy' journey. Most read in Soaps 'In EastEnders I went from villain to hero to dad,' he told Digital Spy at the time of his exit. 'It was amazing, doing that for five years with a character's arc. It felt weird leaving him,' he admitted. EastEnders' Ricky Champ drops sneak peek at new Netflix role - his first TV gig since being axed by soap two years ago Happily, for fans, Ricky hasn't ruled out a return to the soap someday, noting that anything is possible. 'He didn't die. He rode off into the sunset. I think he's somewhere in the North Circular living with Rainie,' he said of his character. A year after leaving the soap, actor Ricky joined the play 2:22 A Ghost Story at the Apollo Theatre. He has also bagged a guest role in the Netflix series The Decameron alongside Ricky also plays Sergeant Daz Black in ITV police training comedy Piglets. 5 The couple married in 2016 and now share two children Credit: Instagram 5 Ricky is well loved for his role as Stuart Highway in EastEnders
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
EastEnders star rushes wife to A&E after she's left 'unable to speak'
Soap favourite Ricky Champ has revealed that his wife was rushed to hospital after she was left unable to speak. Mum-of-two Sammy suffered complications to an ongoing health issue and was also left unable to see out of her swollen eyes. The influencer revealed she was forced to get medical help as the family were about to head off on a dream trip to Disney She explained: 'What is the absolute one thing you don't need to happen the day before vou fly to Disney when you need to go shopping/ pack/clean/do that's right, wake up with your lips so swollen you can't speak and eyes swollen shut so vou're in A&E at 7am. 'One of the side effects of my gallstones and liver is severe hives all over my body every single morning that go away by bedtime then I wake up and it starts all over again. 'Something due to the toxins etc (still not considered urgent though, still been told need to wait a year + for an op).' Mum-of-two Sammy then shared a series of pictures of her very swollen face before she returned to her normal self. Since marrying Sammy in August 2016, actor Ricky Champ has built a life with their two children, daughter Beatrix and son River, while also carving out a varied career beyond EastEnders. Best known for his role as Stuart Highway, Champ exited the long-running BBC soap in 2022 after what he called a transformative experience. 'In EastEnders I went from villain to hero to dad,' he told Digital Spy at the time. 'It was amazing, doing that for five years with a character's arc. It felt weird leaving him,' he admitted. Though he's moved on professionally, Champ hasn't closed the door on a potential comeback. 'He didn't die. He rode off into the sunset. I think he's somewhere in the North Circular living with Rainie,' he said of his on-screen alter ego. Since his departure, Champ has kept busy. A year later, he joined the West End cast of 2:22 A Ghost Story at the Apollo Theatre. He's also made his way into streaming, landing a role in the Netflix period drama The Decameron, acting alongside Derry Girls star Saoirse-Monica Jackson. In addition, Champ plays Sergeant Daz Black in ITV 's police training comedy Piglets, showing his versatility in both drama and comedy roles.
Metro
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
‘Highly offensive' ITV show set for second series despite police backlash
A 'highly offensive' ITV comedy show is set to return for a second series despite receiving backlash from the police. Piglets, which follows a group of new police recruits as they train, will officially be returning to our screens. Starring Superintendents Bob Weekes (Mark Heap) and Julie Spry (Sarah Parish), the show originally caused huge controversy. The Police Federation of England and Wales described the show's title – which is based on the slang term 'pig' for police – as being 'highly offensive'. It also received a number of Ofcom complaints from viewers when it aired. Now, however, after pulling in 5.6million views for its six episodes, the show is heading for a second outing. Both Mark and Sarah will reprise their roles as Bob and Julie, as Colin McFarlane, Rebecca Humphries, Ricky Champ, Halema Hussain, Abdul Sessay and Jamie Bisping will also all feature. Joining the cast will also be Madelyn Smedlyn, who featured in series 2 of The Traitors on BBC. In a statement, Nana Hughes, ITV's Head of Comedy, said: 'We are absolutely thrilled to bring back the attention-grabbing Piglets for a second series on ITV.' This comes after it was revealed that a 'ridiculous' TV show that never aired in the UK due to the October 7 attack will finally be released two years on. In September 2023, the Australian series C*A*U*G*H*T was released. The six-part series followed four Australian soldiers trapped after a secret mission to the war-torn Behati-Prinsloo, where they are mistaken for American spies and have no way home after their government abandons them. In a press release, the broadcaster shared the show's synopsis, adding that it 'unapologetically pokes fun at modern celebrity culture, social media and 24-hour news while exploring the often outrageous price of fame'. After watching the show, many fans weighed in. More Trending 'Acting and scripting is perfect for a slapstick comedy such as this,' Rohan posted on IMDB. 'If you are easily offended or shocked this is probably not for you. On one level it is silly crude slapstick, but there are lots of little clever jokes hidden away,' rijobe shared. 'Don't be a snob and go into this thinking it is full of great performances and amazing storylines. That is not what it is trying to be. It's a crazy Aussie fever dream and is not trying to be anything else,' Suzie wrote. View More » Piglets will be available to watch on ITV. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Lorraine viewers annoyed by 'more irritating than normal' interview MORE: ITV confirms 2025's Britain's Got Talent live final will be longer than most movies MORE: I'm addicted to David Tennant's 'impossible' game show – despite its critics
