Blearly-eyed EastEnders and Corrie stars scoff burgers and puff on cigarettes as they leave boozy British Soap Awards
THE British Soap Awards turned into a wild night as bleary-eyed EastEnders and Corrie favourites were snapped scoffing burgers, puffing on cigarettes, and knocking back drinks in the street.
Jaime Winstone, Patsy Palmer and Tina O'Brien were among those snapped heading home in the early hours.
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The glamorous soap stars swapped champagne for street food.
Corrie's Mollie Gallagher seen chomping on a greasy burger.
Some weren't ready to call it a night, as they continued al fresco on the pavement laughing and chatting amid the chaos.
Corrie's Julie Hesmondhalgh clutched a pint of Guinness as they left the Hackney Empire bash.
A-listers in glittering gowns and sharp suits were also spotted puffing away on cigarettes, with some looking a bit worse for wear as they chatted with pals outside.
Jaime was seen in a powder-blue mini-dress lighting up, while others nursed bottles of beer or sipped cocktails.
Elsewhere, dapper Scott Malsen, in orange trousers and a grey blazer smoked and drank outside, not worrying about a post-party hangover.
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What do you think airlines could do to improve their economy offering?
