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Coronation Street star thanks fans for concern after undergoing major operation
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Up Next Previous Page Next Page A former Coronation Street star has received plenty of love and support from fans after undergoing an operation on her eye. Tracie Bennett, who played Sharon Gaskell in the ITV soap, took to social media to share a video after an operation at Moorfields Eye Hospital. 'Thanks for being lovely everyone and for your concern. I'll be Reet! Bless ya…really kind of you,' she wrote in the caption of her Twitter/X post. 'I just want to say thank you for all your good wishes. It's really kind of you and I didn't mean to cause a 'thing', but I'm okay,' she told her followers in the video itself. 'Moorfields was just spectacular, the best eye hospital in the world.' She went on to joke about the size of her bandage, and how she would have preferred something a bit more showbiz, before thanking fans once again and promising she would be well enough for her next venture. Tracie Bennett has had surgery on her eye (Picture: Ian West/PA Wire) Tracie is set to take on the role of Tallulah Bankhead in The Code at the Southwark Playhouse Elephant this September. She is joined by former EastEnders star John Partridge, who played Christian Clarke in the BBC soap. He takes on the role of Billy Haines in the play, which runs until mid October. Following her message on social media, fans continued to flood Tracie with suppport. Tracie played Sharon Gaskell on Coronation Street (Picture: ITV) 'Hope you make a speedy recovery. Let them AV IT!' One fan wrote, referencing one of Sharon Gaskell's most iconic scenes, which saw her attack Jenny Connor (Sally Ann Matthews) with a taser. 'Tracie, feel better! So very sorry… you've got this, champion,' another fan said, while a third added: 'Get well soon!' Tracie's Corrie character Sharon was the aunt of sinister gang leader Harvey Gaskell, and her most recent stint on the cobbles saw her doing his dirty work. Eventually, she was reported to the police by Rita Tanner, and had to give evidence against Harvey in court. Arrow MORE: Coronation Street legend confirms return with tongue in cheek swipe at the show Arrow MORE: Reunion hopes grow in Emmerdale as Robert and Aaron share warm scene Arrow MORE: Grinning Coronation Street newlyweds Jack P Shepherd and Hanni Treweek emerge after wedding party
Metro
18-05-2025
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Who came last in Eurovision 2025 as Austria secures victory for third time
The final leaderboard for the Eurovision Song Contest 2025 Grand Final has been confirmed following the Grand Final on Saturday night – including last place. This year's competition took place in Basel, Switzerland after Nemo's win with The Code in 2024. The likes of Denmark, Finland, Greece, Israel, Lithuania, Albania, Iceland, Portugal and Ukraine all booked their places in the Grand Final despite fierce competition. And we already know that the Big 5 have a pass to the final, as they contribute the most financially to the EBU. These countries are France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom. But ultimately, it was Austria with their act, JJ, who claimed victory after a tense showdown. As for which country came in last place, the full leaderboard paints an enlightening picture. Despite our track record, the UK managed to avoid a losing placement. Instead, in last place was San Marino who was represented by Gabry Ponte who performed Tutta L'Italia. Gabry ended the night on a disappointed 27 points. Coming in penultimate place was Iceland – who were represented by Væb – an electronic music duo made up of brothers Hálfdán Helgi Matthíasson and Matthías Davíð Matthíasson – with their song Rao at a measly 33 points. Finally, in third-to-last place was Spain with contestant Melody singing Esa Diva and landing 37. As for the UK, Remember Monday came in 19th place (just one below Olly Alexander's 18th place in 2024) and, much like last year, received zero points from the public vote. The girl group performed their song What the Hell Just Happened with many fans commiserating their poor luck. Reflecting on the UK's depressing track record (with the exception of Sam Ryder who came second in 2022), Charlotte from the group told Metro before the final: 'I want us to be proud. Obviously we'd love some good numbers to come up but that's not something we can control. We just want to be proud of what we do on stage.' Meanwhile, Israel's Yuval Raphael came second despite widespread protests from those campaigning against the war in Palestine throughout the week. The final Eurovision leaderboard is decided by a combined score based onthe public and jury vote and countries cannot vote for their own entries. On Thursday night, we also got our first look at the production for the UK entrant with Remember Monday singing their tune, What The Hell Just Happened? The ultra-theatrical performance involved a collapsed chandelier, some killer harmonies, and outfits that served serious Powerpuff Girl energy, earning the trio – comprising Lauren Byrne, Holly-Anne Hull, and Charlotte Steele – applause and cheers. Remember Monday ended by hugging and framed inside a heart-shaped prop, although recreating their perfect performance didn't help in the final. At one point during the tense week of competition, Brugger said this is 'the biggest welcome home party that Eurovision has ever seen,' as the contest comes back to Switzerland, where it started more than six decades ago. And although this year's favourites were Sweden's act Kaj, who sailed through with ease thanks to their coordinated dance to their song Bara Bada Bastu (Just Sauna), they ended up in fourth place with 321 points. Their performance saw dancers acting as lumberjacks in a fake sauna wearing towels, while the Swedish-speaking singers, from Finland, were dressed in dark green suits. Close to them in the bookmakers' leaderboard were Austria and France, and although JJ eventually proved the bookies right, France's Louane came in seventh place with 230 points. Although some believed they had stiff competition from Eurovision underdog, Malta's entry, Miriana Conte, with her tune Serving, she actually ended up in 17th place. Originally titled Kant but renamed for obvious reasons, the tune warranted sultry choreography and, apparently, a giant pair of lips on stage, out of which Miriana, 24, arrived while two spread legs were displayed on the screen behind her. It's safe to say this week has had it all, from those shocking, raunchy numbers to protests against divisive entry Israel's rehearsals. There was also an emotional segment, as Eurovision viewers were given a sweet blast from the past when Canadian singer Celine Dion delivered a pre-recorded video message, having won the contest for Switzerland in 1988. More Trending The My Heart Will Go On hitmaker spoke in both French and English as she told viewers that the country 'has always held a special place in [her] heart'. Unfortunately despite high hopes that the powerhouse vocalist would appear on Saturday night – with organisers teasing they has been in contact with her team to arrange something special – she was a no show on the night. The original article was published on May 16 . View More » The Grand Final of Eurovision 2025 is available to stream on BBC iPlayer. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Remember Monday break silence on crushing Eurovision snub with emotional statement MORE: Eurovision viewers gutted as Celine Dion is no-show after days of teasing MORE: Graham Norton leaves Eurovision final viewers in stitches with 'brutal' Margaret Thatcher jibe
Daily Mirror
17-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
Eurovision 2025 winner confirmed after tense Israel battle
Eurovision fans have been cheering and celebrating as the Eurovision entrants performed pop-opera, rock songs and tear-jerking ballads. But now, after hours of performances, the winner has been announced as Austria's JJ. It was a intense night as fans waited to see who won as Israel and Austria were at the top two. Viewers took to social media to comment, as one said on X: "Thank f**k for that !! Well done Austria." Earlier in the night, UK's entrant, Remember Monday, performed What The Hell Just Happened? The BBC Eurovision team of Graham, Rylan and Scott Mills had been hyping the trio up for weeks but what do the general public think of Britain's 2025 offering? 'We couldn't have asked for more,' Graham said. Donning vibrant Bridgerton-esque attire, the trio delivered a choreographed spectacle, maintaining impeccable harmonies throughout. Over on Twitter, viewers were picking up on the West End vibes the girls gave off. 'Say all you want about this song being just a random West End number, you cannot deny that Remember Monday's chemistry together on stage is immaculate,' one wrote. 'They really look like they're having the time of their lives on the #eurovision stage!' Before Remember Monday took to the stage, Norway's Kyle Alessandro, this year's youngest Eurovision act at 19, performed his fiery number, Lighter. Laura Thorn from Luxembourg entertained with her quirky song La Poupee Monte Le Son, while Estonia's Tommy Cash amused with his spaghetti-dancing filled Espresso Macchiato, a parody on Italian stereotypes. Two favourites, Dutch singer Claude Kiambe and Finland's Erika Vikman, delivered contrasting performances back to back. Congolese-born Kiambe, 21, moved the audience with his heartfelt song C'est La Vie, inspired by his mother's wisdom about life's ups and downs, ending his performance in tears. In stark contrast, Vikman, clad in black leather, performed the risque Ich Komme – a German-Finnish entry that concluded with her soaring off on a giant microphone amidst sparks. Other notable performances included Maltese singer Miriana Conte with Serving, which was renamed from Kant due to its resemblance to a swearword, and Switzerland's Zoe Me with the powerful Voyage. Earlier, 2024 Swiss winner Nemo returned to the Eurovision stage to perform The Code in a full-length white dress, following an opening sketch featuring a Mission Impossible-style quest to find the trophy, before it was handed over to the hosts.
