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Irish Daily Mirror
3 hours ago
- Irish Daily Mirror
EastEnders star 'suspended' as he apologises for using 'unacceptable' slur
EastEnders star Jamie Borthwick has issued an apology for using an offensive term that mocks disabled people, which has reportedly lead to his suspension from the iconic soap. The 30-year-old actor, who is known for his role as Jay Brown on the long-running programme, has been suspended by the BBC after allegedly using inappropriate language in a video believed to have been distributed among friends. Reports suggest that during his time competing on the BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, Jamie used a slur against people with disabilities when referring to Blackpool residents. The incident is said to have occurred while Strictly stars had travelled to the town to film a special episode from the Blackpool Tower Ballroom. The offensive remark is recognised as a derogatory and unacceptable slur targeted at disabled people. Both the disability charity Scope and a Blackpool local official have voiced disapproval following the incident. There is allegedly video evidence capturing Jamie using the slur, which was then sent to one of his friends, reports the Mirror. The actor made a heartfelt apology, published by The Sun on Sunday, saying: "I want to apologise sincerely and wholeheartedly for the words I used in the video showing my reaction to making it through Blackpool week on Strictly. "I am deeply sorry for any offence and upset my words and actions have caused. It is no excuse, but I did not fully understand the derogatory term I used and its meaning. That is on me completely." "Now I am aware, I am deeply embarrassed to have used the term and directed it in the way I did. It was wrong." Jamie also apologised to the Blackpool community and expressed remorse for his remarks. The Mirror has reached out to the star's rep for a statement. Reports from The Sun suggest Jamie's been suspended from EastEnders in the wake of the incident. In a statement to the Mirror, a BBC spokesperson said: "This language is entirely unacceptable and in no way reflects the values or standards we hold and expect at the BBC. We have robust processes in place for this." Last year saw Jamie compete on Strictly, teaming up with pro dancer Michelle Tsiakkas. He shared the spotlight with Go Compare's opera sensation Wynne Evans, 53, who caused a stir by running his hands over dance partner Katya Jones. Despite Wynne and Katya writing it off as banter, the opera singer courted more controversy with offhand remarks made backstage during the BBC series and the live tour that followed. Jamie's association with Wynne dragged him into the controversy, with suggestions that a risqué pet name he had for Wynne caused confusion backstages at Strictly Live. Wynne has found himself mixed up in the latest drama too; he's said to have blurted out an astonished "Oh my god" as he witnessed Jamie using offensive language towards someone with a disability while on set at the Beeb. The incident reportedly took place last November during the BBC show's recording at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom. Strictly has faced a turbulent few years, dealing with one crisis after another. The 2023 season was overshadowed by drama as actress Amanda Abbington and Giovanni Pernice withdrew from the competition amidst whispers of a backstage row. The subsequent year, their dispute dominated the headlines for months, with the Sherlock star accusing the dancer of abusive behaviour. Following an investigation by the BBC, Giovanni decided to leave the show. The 2025 season is expected to kick off in just two months' time.
The Irish Sun
4 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
EastEnders star Shane Richie reveals cancer storyline has saved lives
SHANE Richie has revealed that EastEnders has saved lives following his powerful prostate cancer storyline. The actor, 61, loveable Alfie Moon in the BBC One soap, embarked on the hard-hitting storyline nearly two years ago, to raise vital awareness and encourage more men to get checked out. 2 Shane Richie has revealed his prostate cancer storyline has saved lives Credit: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron 2 Kat and Alfie are set to marry for a third time this week Credit: BBC One in eight men will get prostate cancer in their lifetime, according to Prostate UK, who along with Macmillan Cancer Support, worked with Shane and the EastEnders writing team on the storyline. And now, the popular actor and entertainer, reveals the huge impact Alfie's cancer story has had. He said: 'I was going to events, men my age were coming up to me, but mostly women, wives saying 'thank you so much for covering that storyline, because my husband, my brother... they don't want to go to the doctors.' 'One guy in particular, and I don't personally take credit for saving his life, but that storyline did. Read more on EastEnders 'He got checked. His daughter was a big EastEnders fan, and just quite casually said, come on, we love Alfie, you should go and get checked and he did just to appease his daughter. 'He found out he had prostate cancer but it was at the early stages, had it left in any longer it could have been fatal. So if we just save one life, that's the power of soaps.' This week viewers will see Alfie once again struggle with intimacy, a common side effect of his cancer treatment, as he prepares to marry Kat, actress Shane filmed the emotional scenes before going off on an extended break where he spent a month touring with best mates, Bradley Walsh, Most read in Soaps Dubbed The Prat Pack! the quartet performed all over the country, and provided Shane with a welcomed respite from Alfie's cancer story. Shane said: 'It was one of the most brilliant experiences I've had in a long time. Watch the moment EastEnders' Shane Richie takes cheeky swipe at ex-wife Coleen Nolan as he appears on This Morning 'EastEnders are brilliant at letting me go off. I did a lot of stuff before I became Alfie so they're very accommodating, hopefully again next year I'll do the same thing, another tour.' Shane also revealed how they turned down a big money deal from streaming giant Netflix to film the tour. He said: 'We got approached by Netflix to go behind the scenes, and we were like, not a hope in hell!.' What are the symptoms of prostate cancer? Symptoms of prostate cancer can include: needing to pee more frequently, often during the night needing to rush to the toilet difficulty in starting to pee (hesitancy) straining or taking a long time while peeing weak flow feeling that your bladder has not emptied fully blood in urine or blood in semen Source: Explaining how they weren't tempted by the offer he said: 'No, because once we do it the gags are gone. Maybe in five years time if we're all still alive we may do it.' Shane was speaking on the red carpet at the British Soap Awards where EastEnders scooped eight gongs. Fans can watch the ceremony on ITVX.
The Irish Sun
5 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
Huge EastEnders star to QUIT soap after four years ‘to look for other opportunities'
BOBBY Brazier is leaving EastEnders after four years. Advertisement 4 Bobby Brazier is leaving EastEnders after four years Credit: BBC 4 The young star will exit Albert Square later this year Credit: BBC Bobby, An EastEnders spokeswoman said: 'We can confirm that Bobby Brazier will be leaving EastEnders, and we wish him all the best for the future.' A telly insider revealed: 'Bosses had a meeting with Bobby only recently as they had a plan in mind for a storyline, and it just so happened that Bobby was also thinking that now was the right time to look for other opportunities outside the show. 'The timing of the decision worked for both, but his final scenes are not for a while yet. Advertisement read more on bobby brazier 'The character has had a great run, but the time is now right for Bobby to look for other opportunities, and for EastEnders to wave goodbye to Freddie Slater.' News of his departure comes as new boss And Lacey Turner is taking a break as Stacey Slater. Bobby scooped a National Television Award last year for rising star in the role. Advertisement Most read in News TV And he appeared in the Paramount+ drama Curfew alongside filming for the soap. Inside Freddy and Bobby Brazier's 'hard' relationship with mum Jade Goody's widow Jack Tweed 4 Bobby joined the cast of Eastenders in 2022 Credit: BBC 4 Bobby scooped a National Television Award last year for rising star Credit: Getty Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme - Sun Club. Advertisement
