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Daily Mail
2 days ago
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- Daily Mail
Hollyoaks actress Stephanie Waring discusses being stuck in an 'endless loop' with bulimia during decades-long battle
Hollyoaks star Stephanie Waring discussed being stuck in an 'endless loop' with bulimia during her decades-long battle. The actress, 47, who played Cindy Cunningham on the soap, has struggled with the eating disorder since she was a teenager. She opens up about her experience in her new memoir Breaking the Script and further explained bulimia during an appearance on Girls Next Door Podcast. Speaking to hosts Wallis Day and Francesca Allen, Stephanie said: 'With bulimia your body is fighting for something and a lot of the time that's food so if your restricting something you end up binging out 'You could be having the best day ever then you might find yourself home alone and you might grab something to eat and if it's out of your window or your plan or something it's like a trigger almost. 'Your body is craving so much food but then you have to get rid of it all because there is this guilt.' Stephanie continued: 'I feel like it's the control aspect but your body is trying to survive all the time and when you don't give it balance it's trying to reach for the nearest thing and more often tan not it's sugar, it's glucose. 'All the sweet things come into play and that's how you lose yourself that's how you get trapped in this cycle loop and it's really hard to get out of.' It comes as Stephanie recalled 'hysterically crying, shaking and begging' when she was sacked from Hollyoaks. The actress starred in the Cheshire soap on Channel 4 for 28 years from 1996 to 2024. Hollyoaks was hit by stringent budget cuts last year and cut down from five to three instalments a week, letting go of staff too. Stephanie's character, Cindy Cunningham, was axed by bosses and she has delved into how she reacted in her book, Breaking The Script. She recalled how she had a meeting with two producers who broke the news to her by reading a written statement. The actress described how she struggled to process what was being said to her and as it sank in, she felt emotional at the departure of her beloved character. She said: 'That's how you lose yourself that's how you get trapped in this cycle loop and it's really hard to get out of' She wrote, 'But as the statement neared its close, before the final words were even spoken, I felt a tear roll down my cheek. I was shaking as I looked at the two of them.' 'Then it happened. 'And with that said, we will be losing Cindy from the show. I'm so sorry, Steph.' The world stopped for a second as I replayed those words in my head. Then… I lost my s***.' She was particularly heartbroken that her staple character would not be featuring in the big anniversary special. Stephanie went on to write, 'What? No! You mean you're not taking me to the 30th?' I blurted out, referencing the upcoming anniversary of the show – a milestone that meant so much to the long-standing cast. 'I don't understand. No, I don't understand. I don't understand!' I was frantic. 'But I've been so loyal. Please, no. This is my life. I love my job – please, no!' She described how she was 'hysterically crying' and added: 'I repeated myself, hoping one of them would see my distress and take it all back. Had they made a mistake? My world felt like it was imploding.' She described how she struggled to process what was being said to her and as it sank in, she felt emotional at the departure of her beloved character She signed her new contract which started from April 27 and her character departed in July. However, the short notice made her feel like she 'had swallowed a grenade' and she admitted to 'a few expletives rolling off my tongue like bullets'. Afterwards, she ran out of the room and found comfort from Kirsty Leigh Porter and Jennifer Metcalfe, who starred as Leela Dexter and Mercedes McQueen in the show. Since leaving the soap, Stephanie has gone on to become a 'certified mind-body coach', according to her social media. Her new book, Breaking The Script, was released in June.
Daily Mail
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Steph Waring admits 'I lost my s**t' as she recounts 'hysterically crying, shaking and begging' as she got sacked from Hollyoaks after 28 years in 'frantic' meeting
Stephanie Waring has recalled 'hysterically crying, shaking and begging' when she was sacked from Hollyoaks. The actress, 47, starred in the Cheshire soap on Channel 4 for 28 years from 1996 to 2024. Hollyoaks was hit by stringent budget cuts last year and cut down from five to three instalments a week, letting go of staff too. Stephanie's character, Cindy Cunningham, was axed by bosses and the star has delved into how she reacted in her book, Breaking The Script. She recalled how she had a meeting with two producers who broke the news to her by reading a written statement. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The star described how she struggled to process what was being said to her and as it sank in, she felt emotional at the departure of her beloved character. She wrote, 'But as the statement neared its close, before the final words were even spoken, I felt a tear roll down my cheek. I was shaking as I looked at the two of them.' 'Then it happened. 'And with that said, we will be losing Cindy from the show. I'm so sorry, Steph.' The world stopped for a second as I replayed those words in my head. Then… I lost my s***.' She was particularly heartbroken that her staple character would not be featuring in the big anniversary special. Stephanie went on to write, 'What? No! You mean you're not taking me to the 30th?' I blurted out, referencing the upcoming anniversary of the show – a milestone that meant so much to the long-standing cast. 'I don't understand. No, I don't understand. I don't understand!' I was frantic. 'But I've been so loyal. Please, no. This is my life. I love my job – please, no!' She described how she was 'hysterically crying' and added: 'I repeated myself, hoping one of them would see my distress and take it all back. Had they made a mistake? My world felt like it was imploding.' She signed her new contract which started from April 27 and her character departed in July. However, the short notice made her feel like she 'had swallowed a grenade' and she admitted to 'a few expletives rolling off my tongue like bullets'. Afterwards, she ran out of the room and found comfort from Kirsty Leigh Porter and Jennifer Metcalfe, who starred as Leela Dexter and Mercedes McQueen in the show. Since leaving the soap, Stephanie has gone on to become a 'certified mind-body coach', according to her social media. Her new book, Breaking The Script, was released earlier this week.
Scottish Sun
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
The anti-ageing overnight cream that Hollyoaks star swears by for red carpet events & says it's the secret to her ‘glow'
The legendary actress said 'it's like giving your skin a drink of water' YOU GLOW GIRL The anti-ageing overnight cream that Hollyoaks star swears by for red carpet events & says it's the secret to her 'glow' Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) INVESTING in the right skincare can make all the difference - and Hollyoaks star Stephanie Waring is living proof of it. The mum-of-two looks better than ever at 47 - and it's all thanks to a special overnight mask that works like magic. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 The Hollyoaks legend looks better than ever - and it's all thanks to a product that's now on sale Credit: Getty 3 Steph took to TikTok where she showed off her radiant skin with no make-up Credit: Getty 3 The skincare must-have has been slashed from £32 to just £27.90 Credit: TikTok / @stephwaring The actress, who recently bravely opened up about a health battle, is raving over Pillow Glow Sleeping Mask which thrifty beauty buffs can now snap up on sale. Originally retailing for £32, the glowy skin secret has been slashed to just £27.90 and is ideal if you have a date, a wedding - or a red carpet event - to attend the next day. While the price tag is on the more expensive side, it's certainly worth your money for two key reasons. Not only will it leave you with a subtle glow and a radiant, youthful skin - but the 75ml tub is said to last up to four months, the product description claimed. Featuring resilience-boosting bioadaptive botanicals, this gel-cream face mask supports your skin's natural moisture barrier - so your skin is not just protected from the environmental irritants, it also bounces back renewed. If the harsh winter has left your face looking dull and lacklustre, this sleeping mask is certainly worth ordering online, as it claims to boost moisture and hydration by a whopping 150% in just eight hours during your sleep. Some of the ingredients your skin is sure to love include Rhodiola Rosea, Maral Root, Chaga Mushroom, Resurrection Plant and Siberian Ginseng. Meanwhile, Roundhead Bush Clover extract helps protect the skin from the oxidative stress caused by blue light exposure encountered throughout the day. The beauty bag must-have also works wonders if you struggle with larger pores, as the Deep Sea water - another ingredient in the list - helps minimise the appearance of them. Raving about the sleeping mask, Stephanie took to TikTok to show off the incredible results - which speak for themselves. I'm 50 next year & don't have a single wrinkle thanks to a product from Boots or TikTok shop - I've never had Botox ''I wanted to show you something. So, before I went to bed last night, I put this on my face. ''It's called Pillow Glow Mask and it's like giving your skin a drink of water while you sleep. ''If you're going out the next day, put it on the night before. ''It really does give you a nice glow,'' she told her followers in the video. How is celery juice an anti-ageing potion? Celery juice is packed with antioxidants like vitamin C and flavonoids, which combat free radicals that cause cellular damage and aging. Its high water content keeps your skin hydrated and plump, reducing the appearance of wrinkles. The anti-inflammatory compounds in celery, such as apigenin and luteolin, help reduce chronic inflammation linked to ageing. Rich in essential nutrients like vitamin K and potassium, celery juice supports overall skin health and body functions. Drinking celery juice regularly can complement a balanced diet and skincare routine, promoting a youthful glow from within. AXED FROM HOLLYOAKS Steph joined Hollyoaks as Cindy Cunningham in 1996. The actress was on the show for 28 years and was on the very first series of the soap as an original character. She was part of a mass cast cull last year, which left her devastated. Steph revealed she broke down and begged bosses to change their minds when she received the news. Speaking exclusively to The Sun at the time, she said: "I was very distraught, I didn't take it well - I was probably the most dramatic person they told. 'I just kept telling them 'I'm an original character'. "I was clutching at anything - telling them 'but I was the first person to give birth on the show!' "I could see the distress I was causing them because they were upset that I was so upset." GETTING BACK TO WORK Back in April, Steph revealed she has wasted no time in getting back to work and has re-trained as a life coach. But at the same time she confessed her new work will never "come close to her passion of being an actor". Speaking on social media, she said: "Someone asked me a question yesterday and it was 'what work do you do?' And I thought, good point. "What work do I do? And the first thing that came to my head was I'm an actor. That's all I've known for the last 30 years. "It's really hard out there, it's not easy "And that's one of the reasons why I stayed in Hollyoaks for so long, because it was security and I was doing what I loved every single day. And I didn't even question it." Addressing her new choice of career, Steph continued: "I do have days where I'm sad and I miss it and I've realised that is what I do... "I am 100% focused on [it], I'm passionate about [it], but it won't ever come close to my passion of being an actor."
The Sun
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
The anti-ageing overnight cream that Hollyoaks star swears by for red carpet events & says it's the secret to her ‘glow'
INVESTING in the right skincare can make all the difference - and Hollyoaks star Stephanie Waring is living proof of it. The mum-of-two looks better than ever at 47 - and it's all thanks to a special overnight mask that works like magic. 3 3 The actress, who recently bravely opened up about a health battle, is raving over Pillow Glow Sleeping Mask which thrifty beauty buffs can now snap up on sale. Originally retailing for £32, the glowy skin secret has been slashed to just £27.90 and is ideal if you have a date, a wedding - or a red carpet event - to attend the next day. While the price tag is on the more expensive side, it's certainly worth your money for two key reasons. Not only will it leave you with a subtle glow and a radiant, youthful skin - but the 75ml tub is said to last up to four months, the product description claimed. Featuring resilience-boosting bioadaptive botanicals, this gel-cream face mask supports your skin's natural moisture barrier - so your skin is not just protected from the environmental irritants, it also bounces back renewed. If the harsh winter has left your face looking dull and lacklustre, this sleeping mask is certainly worth ordering online, as it claims to boost moisture and hydration by a whopping 150% in just eight hours during your sleep. Some of the ingredients your skin is sure to love include Rhodiola Rosea, Maral Root, Chaga Mushroom, Resurrection Plant and Siberian Ginseng. Meanwhile, Roundhead Bush Clover extract helps protect the skin from the oxidative stress caused by blue light exposure encountered throughout the day. The beauty bag must-have also works wonders if you struggle with larger pores, as the Deep Sea water - another ingredient in the list - helps minimise the appearance of them. Raving about the sleeping mask, Stephanie took to TikTok to show off the incredible results - which speak for themselves. I'm 50 next year & don't have a single wrinkle thanks to a product from Boots or TikTok shop - I've never had Botox ''I wanted to show you something. So, before I went to bed last night, I put this on my face. ''It's called Pillow Glow Mask and it's like giving your skin a drink of water while you sleep. ''If you're going out the next day, put it on the night before. ''It really does give you a nice glow,'' she told her followers in the video. How is celery juice an anti-ageing potion? Celery juice is packed with antioxidants like vitamin C and flavonoids, which combat free radicals that cause cellular damage and aging. Its high water content keeps your skin hydrated and plump, reducing the appearance of wrinkles. The anti-inflammatory compounds in celery, such as apigenin and luteolin, help reduce chronic inflammation linked to ageing. Rich in essential nutrients like vitamin K and potassium, celery juice supports overall skin health and body functions. Drinking celery juice regularly can complement a balanced diet and skincare routine, promoting a youthful glow from within. AXED FROM HOLLYOAKS Steph joined Hollyoaks as Cindy Cunningham in 1996. The actress was on the show for 28 years and was on the very first series of the soap as an original character. She was part of a mass cast cull last year, which left her devastated. Steph revealed she broke down and begged bosses to change their minds when she received the news. Speaking exclusively to The Sun at the time, she said: "I was very distraught, I didn't take it well - I was probably the most dramatic person they told. 'I just kept telling them 'I'm an original character'. "I was clutching at anything - telling them 'but I was the first person to give birth on the show!' "I could see the distress I was causing them because they were upset that I was so upset." GETTING BACK TO WORK Back in April, Steph revealed she has wasted no time in getting back to work and has re-trained as a life coach. But at the same time she confessed her new work will never "come close to her passion of being an actor". Speaking on social media, she said: "Someone asked me a question yesterday and it was 'what work do you do?' And I thought, good point. "What work do I do? And the first thing that came to my head was I'm an actor. That's all I've known for the last 30 years. "It's really hard out there, it's not easy "And that's one of the reasons why I stayed in Hollyoaks for so long, because it was security and I was doing what I loved every single day. And I didn't even question it." Addressing her new choice of career, Steph continued: "I do have days where I'm sad and I miss it and I've realised that is what I do... "I am 100% focused on [it], I'm passionate about [it], but it won't ever come close to my passion of being an actor."
The Irish Sun
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
The anti-ageing overnight cream that Hollyoaks star swears by for red carpet events & says it's the secret to her ‘glow'
INVESTING in the right skincare can make all the difference - and Hollyoaks star Stephanie Waring is living proof of it. The mum-of-two looks better than ever at 47 - and it's all thanks to a special overnight mask that works like magic. 3 The Hollyoaks legend looks better than ever - and it's all thanks to a product that's now on sale Credit: Getty 3 Steph took to TikTok where she showed off her radiant skin with no make-up Credit: Getty 3 The skincare must-have has been slashed from £32 to just £27.90 Credit: TikTok / @stephwaring The actress, who recently bravely Originally retailing for £32, the While the price tag is on the more expensive side, it's certainly worth your money for two key reasons. Not only will it leave you with a subtle glow and a radiant, read more on beauty Featuring resilience-boosting bioadaptive botanicals, this gel-cream face mask supports your skin's natural moisture barrier - so your skin is not just protected from the environmental irritants, it also bounces back renewed. If the harsh winter has left your face looking dull and lacklustre, this sleeping mask is certainly worth ordering online, as it claims to boost moisture and hydration by a whopping 150% in just eight hours during your Some of the ingredients your skin is sure to love include Rhodiola Rosea, Maral Root, Chaga Mushroom, Resurrection Plant and Siberian Ginseng. Meanwhile, Roundhead Bush Clover extract helps protect the skin from the oxidative stress caused by blue light exposure encountered throughout the day. Most read in Fabulous The Raving about the sleeping mask, Stephanie took to TikTok to show off the incredible results - which speak for themselves. I'm 50 next year & don't have a single wrinkle thanks to a product from Boots or TikTok shop - I've never had Botox ''I wanted to show you something. So, before I went to bed last night, I put this on my face. ''It's called Pillow Glow Mask and it's like giving your skin a drink of water while you sleep. ''If you're going out the next day, put it on the night before. ''It really does give you a nice glow,'' she told her followers in How is celery juice an anti-ageing potion? Celery juice is packed with antioxidants like vitamin C and flavonoids, which combat free radicals that cause cellular damage and aging. Its high water content keeps your skin hydrated and plump, reducing the appearance of wrinkles. The anti-inflammatory compounds in celery, such as apigenin and luteolin, help reduce chronic inflammation linked to ageing. Rich in essential nutrients like vitamin K and potassium, celery juice supports overall skin health and body functions. Drinking celery juice regularly can complement a balanced diet and skincare routine, promoting a youthful glow from within. AXED FROM HOLLYOAKS Steph joined The actress was on the show for 28 years and was on the very first series of the soap as an original character. She was part of Speaking exclusively to The Sun at the time, she said: "I was very distraught, I didn't take it well - I was probably the most dramatic person they told. 'I just kept telling them 'I'm an original character'. "I was clutching at anything - telling them 'but I was the first person to give birth on the show!' "I could see the distress I was causing them because they were upset that I was so upset." GETTING BACK TO WORK Back in April, But at the same time she confessed her new work will never "come close to her passion of being an actor". Speaking on social media, she said: "Someone asked me a question yesterday and it was 'what work do you do?' And I thought, good point. "What work do I do? And the first thing that came to my head was I'm an actor. That's all I've known for the last 30 years. "It's really hard out there, it's not easy "And that's one of the reasons why I stayed in Hollyoaks for so long, because it was security and I was doing what I loved every single day. And I didn't even question it." Addressing her new choice of career, Steph continued: "I do have days where I'm sad and I miss it and I've realised that is what I do... "I am 100% focused on [it], I'm passionate about [it], but it won't ever come close to my passion of being an actor."
