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Daily Mirror
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Michelle Collins pockets six-figure payday as EastEnders return boosts earnings
Actress Michelle Collins has seen a major financial boost following her EastEnders return, with her company It Worx Limited jumping majorly financially Michelle Collins has revealed that her dramatic comeback as the iconic Cindy Beale in EastEnders has paid off not just creatively, but financially, with her personal company, It Worx Limited, seeing a major surge in earnings following her return to Albert Square. The actress, 63, who founded the company in 1996 to manage income from her television work, saw its cash reserves jump from just £20,000 to nearly £200,000 in the year ending March 2024. According to newly published Companies House records as seen by The Sun, she now faces a Corporation Tax bill of £69,694, suggesting her earnings from the period were roughly five times that amount. Despite the financial success, Collins admitted she initially felt uncertain about reprising her role as Cindy after 25 years off-screen. Speaking at the TRIC Awards at Grosvenor House in London, she said: 'I didn't know if people would be happy that she was back. I really didn't know, you have to take that risk! But I think she's gone down quite well.' Since her shock return, following a twist that revealed Cindy had faked her death and lived under the alias Rose Sawyer in witness protection, Collins has thrown herself back into the soap's most outrageous storylines. Now entangled in messy relationships and dramatic feuds, Cindy's latest arc includes an affair with her ex-husband George Knight's son, Junior. Collins says audiences have embraced the character's villainous streak. 'I think people are liking her,' she said. 'People don't want to see nice Cindy. She was nice for a while, and they don't want to see nice Cindy - I promise you, they don't. "Sometimes I'll pick up the scripts and I'll go, 'Oh no, you can't. Really? Having an affair with his son? No, it'll be fine, people love her.'' Michelle originally joined the cast in 1988, before returning in 1992 for a longer stint. Her 2023 return marked a major moment in soap history, with the twist that she had never actually died in prison as previously believed. Outside of EastEnders, the 63-year-old is preparing to debut a one-woman show titled Motorhome Marilyn at the Edinburgh Festival this summer. The play follows a Marilyn Monroe impersonator on the road, and Collins has been granted a month-long break from filming to take part. While she's remained quiet about how Cindy will temporarily leave the Square, she hinted that details of her character's exit will be revealed soon.
Scottish Sun
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
EastEnders star Michelle Collins raked in staggering SIX figure sum for soap return as her salary is revealed
The star is set to take on a 'strange' new role over the summer un-beale-ievable EastEnders star Michelle Collins raked in staggering SIX figure sum for soap return as her salary is revealed SOAP legend Michelle Collins has spoken about her return to EastEnders as the infamously evil Cindy Beale - and the 'risk' has paid off handsomely. As well as playing the Walford villain, actress Michelle also runs a firm called It Worx Limited - which she started in 1996. 4 TV star Michelle has rolled in the cash after reprising her role as Ian Beale's ex Credit: BBC 4 The soap star's business is booming again since she returned to the TV role Credit: Getty It takes in cash from her telly work and its bottom line has been swelled by money from her lucrative EastEnders contract. The business was down to £20,000 just before she inked her new deal. But figures sent to Companies House and published this week for the 12 months to March this year show cash reserves of almost £200,000. And she has a Corporation Tax bill of £69,694 – meaning her earnings were around five times that sum. Even though Michelle was thrilled when the show's former executive producer Chris Clenshaw asked her to come back to Albert Square, the star wasn't sure how Cindy would be received by viewers. Speaking at the TRIC Awards at Grosvenor House in London, Michelle said: "I didn't know if people would be happy that she was back. I really didn't know, you have to take that risk! "But, I think she's gone down quite well." Cindy - who is the former wife of Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt) and the ex-wife of George Knight (Colin Salmon) - has caused a lot of drama since her return, such as having an affair with George's son Junior (Micah Balfour). But Michelle thinks Cindy's bad behaviour has gone down well with EastEnders' viewers. She said: "I think people are liking her. Cindy Beale leaves Walford in shock EastEnders moment - but she vows revenge "People don't want to see nice Cindy. She was nice for a while, and they don't want to see nice Cindy - I promise you, they don't! "Sometimes I'll pick up the scripts, and I'll go, 'Oh no, you can't. Really? Having an affair with his son? No, it'll be fine, people love her.'" The actress first joined EastEnders as scheming Cindy in 1988 for a two-year stint. She returned in 1992 for six years before taking a longer break. The 63-year-old thrilled fans with a shock comeback to the BBC soap after a 25-year hiatus in 2023. It was revealed that Ian Beale's ex did not actually die during childbirth in prison and was instead put into witness protection under a new identity - Rose Sawyer - for decades. The star is set to take to the stage this summer in a one woman show at the Edinburgh festival, called Motorhome Marilyn - a play about a Marilyn Monroe impersonator. EastEnders bosses have let her have a month off, but Michelle has kept tight-lipped about how writers will create Cindy's exit storyline. 4 Michelle as super-villain Cindy Beale on EastEnders Credit: BBC 4 Actress Michelle made a welcome return to Walford in 2023 Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
EastEnders star Michelle Collins raked in staggering SIX figure sum for soap return as her salary is revealed
SOAP legend Michelle Collins has spoken about her return to EastEnders as the infamously evil Cindy Beale - and the 'risk' has paid off handsomely. As well as playing the Walford villain, Advertisement 4 TV star Michelle has rolled in the cash after reprising her role as Ian Beale's ex Credit: BBC 4 The soap star's business is booming again since she returned to the TV role Credit: Getty It takes in cash from her telly work and its bottom line has been swelled by money from her lucrative EastEnders contract. The business was down to £20,000 just before she inked her new deal. But figures sent to Companies House and published this week for the 12 months to March this year show cash reserves of almost £200,000. And she has a Corporation Tax bill of £69,694 – meaning her earnings were around five times that sum. Advertisement Read more Even though Michelle was thrilled when the show's former executive producer Chris Clenshaw asked her to come back to Albert Square, the star wasn't sure how Cindy would be received by viewers. Speaking at the TRIC Awards at Grosvenor House in London, Michelle said: "I didn't know if people would be happy that she was back. I really didn't know, you have to take that risk! "But, I think she's gone down quite well." Cindy - who is the former wife of Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt) and the ex-wife of George Knight (Colin Salmon) - has caused a lot of drama since her return, such as having an affair with George's son Junior (Micah Balfour). Advertisement Most read in Soaps Exclusive But Michelle thinks Cindy's bad behaviour has gone down well with EastEnders' viewers. She said: "I think people are liking her. Cindy Beale leaves Walford in shock EastEnders moment - but she vows revenge "People don't want to see nice Cindy. She was nice for a while, and they don't want to see nice Cindy - I promise you, they don't! "Sometimes I'll pick up the scripts, and I'll go, 'Oh no, you can't. Really? Having an affair with his son? No, it'll be fine, people love her.'" Advertisement The actress first joined She returned in 1992 for six years before taking a longer break. The 63-year-old thrilled fans with a shock comeback to the BBC soap after a 25-year hiatus in 2023. It was revealed that Ian Beale's ex did not actually die during childbirth in prison and was instead put into witness protection under a new identity - Rose Sawyer - for decades. Advertisement The a one woman show at the Edinburgh festival, called Motorhome Marilyn - a play about a Marilyn Monroe impersonator . EastEnders bosses have let her have a month off, but Michelle has kept tight-lipped about how writers will create Cindy's exit storyline. 4 Michelle as super-villain Cindy Beale on EastEnders Credit: BBC 4 Actress Michelle made a welcome return to Walford in 2023 Credit: Getty Advertisement EastEnders exits 2025 These much-loved (and hated) faces have left Walford this year so far... Nish Panesar - Navin Chowdhry Reiss Colwell - Jonny Freeman Martin Fowler - James Bye Ruby Allen - Louisa Lytton Bianca Jackson - Patsy Palmer Sonia Fowler - Natalie Cassidy Stacey Slater - Lacey Turner Bernie Taylor - Clair Norris Felix Baker - Matthew James Morrison
Daily Mirror
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Eamonn Holmes smiles through the pain as he arrives at party struggling to walk
Eamonn Holmes was joined by new partner Katie Alexander as they attended the engagement party of his co-star Nana Akua and her fiance Stephen Gillen Eamonn Holmes was seen struggling to walk as he attended a lavish party with his girlfriend. The GB News presenter, 63, and partner Katie Alexander, 43, were hand in hand as they arrived an an engagement party for his co-presenter Nana Akua. Dressed in his traditional navy two-piece suit and crisp white shirt, Eamonn beamed as Katie linked arms. The presenter was requiring a stroller to hold on to as he pushed on with his walking aid. Katie, meanwhile, opted for a fitted chocolate brown bodycon dress. She paired it with matching open-toe heels, a chunky gold necklace and gold-trimmed sunglasses. They were seen attending the glamorous engagement alongside celebrity pals and her family and friends. The event, held at Shoreditch's Blue Marlin Clubn saw the group celebrate the occasion with Nana and her fiance Stephen Gillen. Katie was thought to have stayed by Eamonn's side throughout the night in what is one of their first public outings together. Despite Eamonn needing the assistance, he looked to be in good spirits. The former This Morning host has long battled health issues after dislodging discs in his back. He previously said this impinged on his sciatic nerve and caused mobility of his right leg to be affected. He has continued to update followers about his condition, including going through spinal surgery. The presenter has also had a double hip replacement as he continues to struggle walking, often using a mobility year, Holmes and his wife Ruth Langsford announced their split, after tying the knot in 2010. He previously said his health issues had caused problems with his marriage. In 2022 he said: "Even my own family are bored of my moaning,' he said. 'It has caused some strain and Ruth is fed up of hearing about it and of me saying I can't walk the dog or tidy up, but I can't help it. It's agony.' After he and Ruth split Eamonn moved on to start dating marriage counsellor Katie. She previously opened up on why she didn't attend this year's TRIC Awards were her man last month. On Instagram, she shared a snap of herself in a wooden cabin. She sat barefoot inside the spot and used stickers that read "be mindful" and "peace and quiet" alongside the image. Captioning the upload, she wrote: "Was going to The Tric Awards, but I'd rather protect my Mental Health and Inner Peace than be subjected to more online hate from people who don't know me." At the event in London, Eamonn and fellow GB News Breakfast Show stars took to the stage after bagging the Best News Programme gong.
Scottish Sun
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Eamonn Holmes, 63, struggles to walk as he arrives at party with girlfriend Katie Alexander, 43
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EAMONN Holmes was seen struggling to walk as he arrived at glitzy bash with his new girlfriend Katie Alexander. The TV presenter looked frail but determined as he arrived at a star-studded party hand-in-hand with new flame - bravely pushing through his ongoing health battles. 5 Eammon Holmes and Katie Alexander marked one of their first public outings together as they attended his colleague's engagement party Credit: w8media 5 Katie was turning heads as she arrived in glamourous style - while supporting him into the venue Credit: w8media GB News star Nana Akua celebrated her upcoming wedding in style as she threw a glam engagement party with fiancé Stephen at Shoreditch's swanky Blue Marlin Club. The loved-up pair were joined by a string of celeb pals, family and friends for the star-studded do - with Eamonn, 63, making a surprise appearance alongside new girlfriend Katie, 43, who stayed close by his side throughout the night. Eamonn, who has been battling ongoing mobility issues, was seen leaning on a walking aid as Katie supported him into the venue - the pair marking one of their first public outings together. After suffering from chronic back issues following spinal surgery and a fall, Eamonn appeared in good spirits despite his visible discomfort, managing a smile for waiting photographers. The pair, who recently went public with their relationship, looked loved up as they stepped out for the glitzy evening do. Katie turned heads in a figure-hugging chocolate brown bodycon dress, oozing glamour as she arrived on Eamonn's arm. She completed the look with matching sunglasses, a gold chain and a waist-cinching belt that showed off her hourglass figure - stealing the spotlight as the pair made their entrance. Meanwhile, a frail but dapper Eamonn cut a smart figure in a navy two-piece suit, crisp white shirt, and matching shoes - proving he hasn't lost his sharp sense of style. This comes after Katie opened up on the reason she swerved her red carpet debut with him at this year's TRIC Awards two weeks ago. Taking to Instagram, Katie shared a photograph of herself sat barefoot inside a wooden cabin. Eamonn Holmes hits out at 'horrible' celebrities on TV and admits 'there are so many false' stars She used stickers saying "be mindful" and "peace and quiet" to illustrate the snap. Writing alongside it, Katie admitted that she deliberately avoided the high profile event in London because of hurtful trolls. She said: "Was going to The Tric Awards, but I'd rather protect my Mental Health and Inner Peace than be subjected to more online hate from people who don't know me." This year's TRIC Awards was held at Grosvenor House in London. Ruth and Eamonn's relationship timeline Before the shock split announcement, Ruth and Eamonn seemed like one of the strongest couples on UK TV – even with their signature bickering style. Here's how their romance played out... 1997 - The couple first meet after being introduced by mutual friends, two years after Eamonn splits from his first wife, Gabrielle, with whom he has three children. 1997-2002 - To be respectful to Gabrielle, the couple kept their relationship out of the limelight. Ruth told Daily Mail: "I thought it spoke volumes about the sort of man he was, the sort of father he was and the integrity he had. It made me love him more, not less." 2002 - Ruth and Eamonn welcome their son, Jack, to the family. 2005 - Eamonn finalises his divorce with Gabrielle. 2006 - The pair begin to host Friday episodes of This Morning together. 2010 - Eamonn proposes to Ruth while at the Cheltenham Races, after asking Ruth's mother for her hand. June 2010 - Eamonn and Ruth marry at Elvetham Hall, Hampshire. 2016 - Eamonn undergoes a double hip replacement in the first of many health battles. June 2019 - On This Morning, Ruth and Eamonn say the secret to their happy marriage. Eamonn credits "compromise, consideration and lots of conjugal," while Ruth said it was "laughter and an equal marriage". November 2020 - Ruth and Eamonn are replaced on their regular Friday slot by Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary in a 'show shake-up'. December 2021 - After a year of being moved to the bank holiday presenting slot, both Eamonn and Ruth left This Morning. January 2022 - Eamonn debuted on GB News, while Ruth stayed with ITV in her long-standing role on Loose Women. September 2022 - Eamonn undergoes spinal surgery after years of back issues including a trapped sciatic nerve. November 2022 - Eamonn falls down the stairs of his Surrey home with Ruth and breaks his shoulder, requiring a new operation. September 2023 - Eamonn has a spine and neck stretching procedure as part of his year-long recovery. May 2024 - Ruth and Eamonn announce they have split after 14 years of marriage and a 27-year relationship. September 2024 - Eamonn was spotted on a luxury holiday in Barcelona with his new girlfriend Katie Alexander. Ruth calls in a 'fierce' divorce lawyer. It would have been Eamonn and Katie's first red carpet event together. Eamonn joined his GB News Breakfast Show co-stars on stage in his wheelchair as they collected the award for Best News Programme. Katie has since shared a photo of the team to congratulate them, writing: "Winner winner chicken dinner!" Katie is a relationship counsellor and family support worker from Yorkshire. The pair reportedly grew close earlier this year, with sources saying she has been a 'pillar of strength' during Eamonn's ongoing health battles and split from wife Ruth Langsford. Eamonn and Ruth called it quits after 14 years of marriage. The former couple, who share son Jack, are now in the midst of divorce and a battle over their £3.6million home. Following his split, Eamonn and Katie began dating in mid-2024. 5 Katie Alexander has revealed why she missed the TRIC Awards Credit: instagram/ @katster32 5 Katie congratulated Eamonn and the team after they won Best News Programme Credit: instagram/ @katster32
