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The Irish Sun
7 days ago
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First look at Hollyoaks' Bobby Costello's funeral as McQueens and Tony Hutchinson break down in tears after his murder
THE first look at Bobby Costello's funeral is here with the McQueens and Tony Hutchinson looking devastated after his murder. The teenager - who is played by actor Zachary Sutcliffe in the Channel 4 soap - will be 6 Zachary Sutcliffe played Bobby Costello in Hollyoaks Credit: Lime Pictures 6 The McQueens assemble to say goodbye to troubled Bobby Credit: Aaron Parfitt / Stephen Farrell 6 The killer was murdered by serial killer Jez Blake Credit: Aaron Parfitt / Stephen Farrell 6 Mercedes is supported by mum Myra for the tough day Credit: Aaron Parfitt / Stephen Farrell The teen escaped from prison and narrowly avoided being sold into Clare Devine's child sex exploitation ring before becoming Jez's latest victim. And his family will be plunged into mourning by the shocking event. Mercedes , dressed all in black, leads the family as they pay their respects to her son at the local church. Meanwhile, Tony Hutchinson also looks utterly bereft as he watches on from the sidelines. Read more on Hollyoaks Fans will watch the shocking scenes on Wednesday on E4 with the episode also streaming on Channel 4. A source said: 'Bobby's return was only going to be for limited stint but his death will have explosive consequences. 'With Jez claiming more and more victims, their loved ones will be left behind determined to get justice. 'This twist is going to set Jez against his own sister-in-law Mercedes McQueen and once she discovers the truth - hell hath no fury.' Most read in Soaps The He said: 'Channel4's much loved soap, Hollyoaks, is having quite a year. 'While most soaps are in decline, its viewership for the year to date is up 11% thanks to the brilliant creative leadership Lime's Hannah Cheers and our own Louise Donald.' Later this year the Channel 4 soap will celebrate its 30th anniversary with a month-long celebration including a major stunt and a battle between two of the show's biggest villains - Jez Blake and Clare Devine. 6 Will Mercedes find out the truth of what happened to her son? Credit: Aaron Parfitt / Stephen Farrell 6 Tony Hutchinson looks emotional as he watches the funeral from the sidelines Credit: Aaron Parfitt / Stephen Farrell
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
First look at Hollyoaks' Bobby Costello's funeral as McQueens and Tony Hutchinson break down in tears after his murder
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THE first look at Bobby Costello's funeral is here with the McQueens and Tony Hutchinson looking devastated after his murder. The teenager - who is played by actor Zachary Sutcliffe in the Channel 4 soap - will be sensationally murdered by serial killer Jez Blake later this week. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Zachary Sutcliffe played Bobby Costello in Hollyoaks Credit: Lime Pictures 6 The McQueens assemble to say goodbye to troubled Bobby Credit: Aaron Parfitt / Stephen Farrell 6 The killer was murdered by serial killer Jez Blake Credit: Aaron Parfitt / Stephen Farrell 6 Mercedes is supported by mum Myra for the tough day Credit: Aaron Parfitt / Stephen Farrell The teen escaped from prison and narrowly avoided being sold into Clare Devine's child sex exploitation ring before becoming Jez's latest victim. And his family will be plunged into mourning by the shocking event. Mercedes, dressed all in black, leads the family as they pay their respects to her son at the local church. Meanwhile, Tony Hutchinson also looks utterly bereft as he watches on from the sidelines. Fans will watch the shocking scenes on Wednesday on E4 with the episode also streaming on Channel 4. A source said: 'Bobby's return was only going to be for limited stint but his death will have explosive consequences. 'With Jez claiming more and more victims, their loved ones will be left behind determined to get justice. 'This twist is going to set Jez against his own sister-in-law Mercedes McQueen and once she discovers the truth - hell hath no fury.' The soap has a lot to celebrate with Channel 4 boss Ian Katz has revealed the ratings have surged 11 per cent since the show went down to three episodes a week. He said: 'Channel4's much loved soap, Hollyoaks, is having quite a year. 'While most soaps are in decline, its viewership for the year to date is up 11% thanks to the brilliant creative leadership Lime's Hannah Cheers and our own Louise Donald.' Later this year the Channel 4 soap will celebrate its 30th anniversary with a month-long celebration including a major stunt and a battle between two of the show's biggest villains - Jez Blake and Clare Devine. 6 Will Mercedes find out the truth of what happened to her son? Credit: Aaron Parfitt / Stephen Farrell
The Irish Sun
17-07-2025
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- The Irish Sun
Christine McGuinness looks stunning in tight crop top as she heads to the shops after fling with soap star is revealed
CHRISTINE McGuinness oozed glam in a tight-fit green top as she ran errands in Cheshire. The Real Housewives of Cheshire alum opted for the figure-hugging vest which flashed her curves and clung to her toned stomach paired with linen trousers. 6 Christine McGuinness put on a glam display in a figure hugging top as she ran errands in Cheshire Credit: mancpicss66 / Stephen Farrell 6 The mum of three flung a red bag over her shoulder and donned linen trousers for her day in the sunshine Credit: mancpicss66 / Stephen Farrell 6 She flashed a cheeky smile after her fling with a top female soap star came to light Credit: mancpicss66 / Stephen Farrell The mum of three pulled on a pair of sunglasses and padded around in a pair of trainers after parking up her car. The ITVBe star looked happy and carefree after The Sun revealed SOAP STAR FLING We exclusively reported how Christine and the actress exchanged messages in the days after but their brief romance quickly fizzled out. READ MORE CHRISTINE MCGUINNESS Their encounter came in 2023, the year after mum-of-three Christine split from her ex-Top Gear host husband, Paddy McGuinness, 51. A source said: 'Christine was single at the time and they really enjoyed the evening of the awards bash. There was a strong chemistry between them and they shared some messages but it never went any further after that.' The well-known actress, whom we are not naming, has previously been in relationships with men. Christine spoke out about her sexuality for the first time last month, revealing she has dated both sexes since she was a teen. Most read in Celebrity Speaking on the How To Fail podcast, she said: 'I'm at the point where I think I've got a nice balance of going, 'Yeah I date women and so what? What's the big deal?' 'But also knowing I don't have to go into big, massive detail about it either. Christine McGuinness dazzles in bright blue bikini as she shrugs off quitting Celebs Go Dating after just a week 'A lot of people ask me, 'Are you a lesbian? Are you bisexual? Is this a phase?'. 'I've always been quite a free spirit. I think that's the only word I would put on it. 'When I was a teenager, I'd dated boys and girls. I never felt it was anything different or a big deal.' MARRIAGE BREAKDOWN Paddy McGuinness' TV Timeline 2000-2001 - Phoenix Nights 2004 - Max & Paddy's Road To Nowhere 2005 - Max & Paddy's The Power of Two 2008-2010 - Rory and Paddy's Great British Adventure 2010-2019 - Take Me Out 2011 - 71 Degrees North 2013 - Your Face Sounds Familiar 2015 - Benchmark 2017-2018 - The Keith & Paddy Picture Show 2019 - Celebrity Juice 2019-2022 - Top Gear 2019-2022 - Catchpoint 2021-2022 - I Can See Your Voice 2021-2023 - A Question of Sport 2024 - Paddy and Chris: Road Tripping 2024-2025 - Inside The Factory 2023-2025 - Tempting Fortune They announced their split in July 2022, days after Christine revealed in an interview with The Sun on Sunday's Fabulous magazine that they were going through a 'very, very difficult time'. Months after their marriage ended, Christine was It has been revealed how Yet the songwriter's with close pal revealed. Chelcee and close pal Christine Previously, Chelcee was spotted liking a damning social media comment about Christine. It read "Christine is fake as they come, Chelcee deserved so much better. "Christine can keep trying to get attention and fake a new romance." The former pals met while taking part in ITV's The Games in 2022. 6 Christine split with ex Paddy McGuinness in 2022 Credit: Getty 6 Her fallout with close pal Chelcee Grimes has now come to light Credit: Instagram/@mrscmcguinness 6 She shares three kids with Paddy Credit: Instagram
Scottish Sun
17-07-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Christine McGuinness looks stunning in tight crop top as she heads to the shops after fling with soap star is revealed
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CHRISTINE McGuinness oozed glam in a tight-fit green top as she ran errands in Cheshire. The Real Housewives of Cheshire alum opted for the figure-hugging vest which flashed her curves and clung to her toned stomach paired with linen trousers. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Christine McGuinness put on a glam display in a figure hugging top as she ran errands in Cheshire Credit: mancpicss66 / Stephen Farrell 6 The mum of three flung a red bag over her shoulder and donned linen trousers for her day in the sunshine Credit: mancpicss66 / Stephen Farrell 6 She flashed a cheeky smile after her fling with a top female soap star came to light Credit: mancpicss66 / Stephen Farrell Christine, 37, threw a red holdall over her shoulder and carried a dark jacket in her hand as she took a stroll in the sunshine. The mum of three pulled on a pair of sunglasses and padded around in a pair of trainers after parking up her car. The ITVBe star looked happy and carefree after The Sun revealed her fling with a leading soap actress this month. SOAP STAR FLING We exclusively reported how Christine and the actress exchanged messages in the days after but their brief romance quickly fizzled out. Their encounter came in 2023, the year after mum-of-three Christine split from her ex-Top Gear host husband, Paddy McGuinness, 51. A source said: 'Christine was single at the time and they really enjoyed the evening of the awards bash. There was a strong chemistry between them and they shared some messages but it never went any further after that.' The well-known actress, whom we are not naming, has previously been in relationships with men. Christine spoke out about her sexuality for the first time last month, revealing she has dated both sexes since she was a teen. Speaking on the How To Fail podcast, she said: 'I'm at the point where I think I've got a nice balance of going, 'Yeah I date women and so what? What's the big deal?' 'But also knowing I don't have to go into big, massive detail about it either. Christine McGuinness dazzles in bright blue bikini as she shrugs off quitting Celebs Go Dating after just a week 'A lot of people ask me, 'Are you a lesbian? Are you bisexual? Is this a phase?'. 'I've always been quite a free spirit. I think that's the only word I would put on it. 'When I was a teenager, I'd dated boys and girls. I never felt it was anything different or a big deal.' MARRIAGE BREAKDOWN Christine split from Paddy after 11 years of marriage. Paddy McGuinness' TV Timeline 2000-2001 - Phoenix Nights 2004 - Max & Paddy's Road To Nowhere 2005 - Max & Paddy's The Power of Two 2008-2010 - Rory and Paddy's Great British Adventure 2010-2019 - Take Me Out 2011 - 71 Degrees North 2013 - Your Face Sounds Familiar 2015 - Benchmark 2017-2018 - The Keith & Paddy Picture Show 2019 - Celebrity Juice 2019-2022 - Top Gear 2019-2022 - Catchpoint 2021-2022 - I Can See Your Voice 2021-2023 - A Question of Sport 2024 - Paddy and Chris: Road Tripping 2024-2025 - Inside The Factory 2023-2025 - Tempting Fortune They announced their split in July 2022, days after Christine revealed in an interview with The Sun on Sunday's Fabulous magazine that they were going through a 'very, very difficult time'. The pair still live together in their £6.5million Cheshire mansion for the sake of their children, despite the divorce. Months after their marriage ended, Christine was pictured kissing singer Chelcee Grimes, 33. It has been revealed how Christine got "incredible close" to footballer Chelcee before splitting from husband Paddy, 51, in 2022. Yet the songwriter's recent fallout with close pal Christine recently came to light, with the real reason for the pair's toxic spat revealed. Chelcee and close pal Christine also then disconnected on social media. Previously, Chelcee was spotted liking a damning social media comment about Christine. It read "Christine is fake as they come, Chelcee deserved so much better. "Christine can keep trying to get attention and fake a new romance." The former pals met while taking part in ITV's The Games in 2022. 6 Christine split with ex Paddy McGuinness in 2022 Credit: Getty 6 Her fallout with close pal Chelcee Grimes has now come to light Credit: Instagram/@mrscmcguinness
