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Scottish Sun
an hour ago
- Scottish Sun
Two Doors Down stars spotted filming Christmas special
The cast and crew were on set on Avonbrae Crescent in Hamilton BACK ON THE CRESCENT Two Doors Down stars spotted filming Christmas special Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) STARS of the hit BBC comedy Two Doors Down have been spotted on set. Elaine C. Smith, Doon Mackichan, Alex Norton, Arabella Weir and Joy McAvoy, and Grado took part in filming for a Christmas special earlier today. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Filming for this year's Two Doors Down Christmas special is underway Credit: Steve Welsh 6 Actor Graeme 'Grado' Stevely (Alan Edgar) on set with Joy McAvoy, his on-screen sister Michelle Young Credit: Steve Welsh 6 Alex Norton (Eric Baird), Arabella Weir (Beith Baird) and Joy McAvoy on set Credit: Steve Welsh 6 Elaine C. Smith has returned as screen favourite Christine O'Neal Credit: Steve Welsh 6 Doon MacKichan (middle) on set as Cathy Whyte Credit: Steve Welsh 6 Joy and Grado took time out from filming to pose for photos with fans Credit: Steve Welsh The cast and crew were on set on Avonbrae Crescent in Hamilton. Smith arrived for recording in sandals, black trousers, white jumper and dark shades. After a change of clothes and makeup, she looked like a completely different woman with greyer locks as she reprised her beloved character, Christine O'Neal. Grado was seen beaming as he greeted locals and posed for photos with some fans of the award-winning series. Last month, it emerged that the cast would get back together for a Christmas special episode. The announcement came after the show was shelved after the last series following the tragic death of co-creator Simon Carlyle. The residents of Latimer Crescent will congregate at Beth (Arabella Weir) and Eric's (Alex Norton) house to celebrate the big day. And all the neighbours are also back, including Christine (Elaine C Smith), Cathy (Doon Mackichan) and Colin (Jonathan Watson), Alan (Graeme Stevely) and Michelle (Joy McAvoy), plus Beth and Eric's son Ian (Jamie Quinn) and his fiancé Gordon (Kieran Hodgson). Gregor Sharp, who has written the new Christmas special, said: 'It's really exciting to be revisiting Latimer Crescent with all the regular cast for this new episode. "Christmas is a time for getting together with friends and family and then becoming low-level irritated by them, so it feels like they're the perfect group to celebrate the season with.' BBC director of comedy, Jon Petrie, added: 'There's something comforting about having the neighbours round for Christmas, even if they bring minor chaos. Towie's Dani Imbert speaks for first time about snogging two Love Island boys in one night - after BOTH lads are dumped for cheating "Gregor and the gang bring the warm laughs, sly digs and brilliantly petty moments that make Two Doors Down such a cracking comedy. Expect it to sparkle on BBC iPlayer and BBC One faster than Cathy can pop a prosecco.' Josh Cole, head of comedy at BBC Studios Productions and Steven Canny, executive producer, said: 'We're so pleased to be returning to Latimer Crescent and can't wait for the audience to be back in Beth and Eric's for another tortuous Christmas. "Gregor and Simon created a brilliantly funny show that has an outstanding cast of memorable and loveable characters and we're hugely looking forward to seeing them torment each other again.' Louise Thornton, BBC Scotland's head of commissioning, said: 'I'm delighted to be working with our network comedy colleagues to bring Two Doors Down back to our screens for a festive special. "It holds a very special place in the heart of our audiences and we're looking forward to seeing what Christmas treats will be unwrapped with our friends at Latimer Crescent.' Two Doors Down, created by the late Simon Carlyle and Gregor Sharp, started as a one-off special in 2013. Since then, there have been seven series and three previous Christmas specials. The sitcom has seen a steady growth in audiences from 1.3million in 2016 to 2.8m for the last series. Two Doors Down has also scooped several awards, including an RTS Scotland Award for best comedy in 2024 and 2017 and BAFTA Scotland best actress awards for Doon Mackichan in 2024 and for Elaine C. Smith in 2018.
Scottish Sun
2 hours ago
- Scottish Sun
Helen Flanagan wows in golden thong bodysuit as she celebrates 35th birthday after landing lucrative new job
Helen's followers soon shared their admiration for her hel of a look Helen Flanagan wows in golden thong bodysuit as she celebrates 35th birthday after landing lucrative new job Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HELEN Flanagan wowed in a golden thong bodysuit as she marked her birthday. Coronation Street and I'm A Celebrity star Helen celebrated turning 35. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Helen Flanagan wowed as she marked her 35th birthday Credit: Instagram / hjgflanagan 4 Helen shared the snaps on her Instagram page Credit: Instagram / hjgflanagan 4 Helen is best known for Coronation Street and I'm A Celeb Credit: Getty Taking to Instagram, the actress shared stunning snaps of her wearing a golden thong bodysuit. She captioned: "My 35th bday dress @joshbirchjonesofficial 🩷✨ Queen Leo energy. "Loved my 30s so far so much feel very blessed. "I got my beautiful dream boy Charlie. I got to watch Matilda grow into the most amazing little girl and my amazing precious darling Delilah x. "Did lots of things in my career that I wanted to do, achieved things that I wanted to do and a hell of a lot of growing. "There's been a fair share of heartache but I wouldn't change anything, I think it's best to feel and love with your whole heart less what's the point? "I get to write the last half of my thirties and I'm excited for this age." Helen's former on-screen sister Brooke Vincent - aka Sophie Webster - commented: "My princess always." Another follower added: "You look stunning ! Happy birthday." A third shared: "Happy birthday beautiful!!!" Helen Flanagan looks stunning as she poses in plunging corset top While a fourth remarked: "Belated happy birthday Helen." The Sun previously revealed Helen had landed an exciting, lucrative new gig. She will be lighting up the stage in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs from December 12 to 28. Helen will be playing the evil stepmother at Liverpool's M&S Bank Arena this festive season. A source said: "Helen is the excited for panto season and can't wait to get into character, she's a brilliant actress and knows how to put on a show. "She'll also be pocketing a pretty penny, celebrities and soap stars make good money doing panto and always look forward to it as some extra income." Before the announcement, Helen told The Sun that she was preparing to spend Christmas without her kids and admitted it would be "difficult". The mum-of-three, who shares Matilda, nine, Delilah, six, and son Charlie, four, with ex Scott Sinclair, opened up about co-parenting. She told The Sun in a recent interview: "It's really difficult. I won't have the kids for Christmas this year because it's such hard work because me and Scott, he's from Bath and I live in North Manchester, so we co-parent five hours away. Really hard work. "And we've done this since Charlie's been born because he was played for Bristol. "But we're very fair, and I try to be fair with Scott, and he tries to be fair with me. So this Christmas, I won't have the kids."
Metro
4 hours ago
- Metro
Emmerdale's Paula Lane announces pregnancy with third child and fun due date
Emmerdale's Paula Lane has announced that she is expecting her third child with a sweet announcement on social media. 'Some special news to share from us @sirtomshaw,' began Paula in a social media post who is best known for playing Ella Forster in the ITV soap. 'Christmas just got a bit more magical. Our baby boy due December 2025 💙🌈,' she said. The image showed an image of a sonogram, and there were two cards in pink and blue that read 'Best Big Sister' and 'Best Big Brother' respectively. The soap actress has two children already named Arthur and Penny, who she shares with her husband Tom. The announcement comes just as the star leaves Emmerdale, as her year on the soap playing a killer came to an end. Paula is also known for her role as Kylie Platt in Coronation Street and received a lot of love from her coworkers from both soaps. Co-star Danny Miller who plays Aaron Dingle in Emmerdale, commented: 'Congratulations guys ❤️❤️❤️' Lisa Riley who plays Mandy Dingle, said: CONGRATULATIONS 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼HOORAY!!! Now I can tell everyone🥰🥰so much love to you Tom and the children 💛💛💛 can't wait for Christmas cuddles xxxx Michelle Hardwick who plays Vanessa Woodfield commented: 'Best news! Massive congratulations to you all! So exciting ♥️♥️♥️' Hollyoaks star Sophie Austin commented: 'Can I shout about this now and I promise I won't keep crying ❤️❤️❤️❤️' After their on-screen characters' friendship was a major storyline in the soap, Paula and Lisa Riley reunited last month, just months after Paula left the show. More Trending Sharing a selfie on social media, Lisa penned: 'Finished work at @emmerdale then straight to @leedschalounge to meet up with this beautiful lady for brunch. @paula_laney We have had the most gorgeous afternoon catching up, nattering forever, laughing, like we had never been apart. Love you to absolute pieces babes-thanks for the best brunch-see you very soon for more of that please 💛💛💛. Ella's exit in April saw her leave the Dales in the back of a police car. It was a heartbreaking end to her short time in the village, with many fans arguing that the character deserved better. With Ella and Mandy's friendship fractured, the same cannot be said for Paula and Lisa, who remain the best of mates away from the soap. 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. View More » MORE: Coronation Street and Mrs Brown's Boys star Frank Grimes dies aged 78 MORE: Hollyoaks icon returns to screens in new show 17 years after village exit MORE: Emmerdale fans divided over unexpected and shock kiss: 'What an ending'
