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The Irish Sun
9 hours ago
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- The Irish Sun
EastEnders fans ‘work out' top secret Christmas plots with tragic death, second shock exit and surprise romance
EASTENDERS fans have 'worked out' top secret Christmas plots with a tragic death, second shock exit and surprise romance. The long-running BBC soap keeps viewers on their toes with twists and turns. Advertisement 4 Fans reckon the Slaters will play a central role at Christmas Credit: BBC 4 Nigel Bates returned to the show last year Credit: BBC 4 Viewers predict drama ahead for Linda Carter and daughter Annie Credit: BBC In particular, Christmas Writing on Reddit, fans reckon the Slater family will be a central focus. Namely, the fallout from Zoe's (Michelle Ryan) Alfie (Shane Richie) and Stacey (Lacey Slater) are currently aware of this - but Kat is in the dark. Advertisement Read more on EastEnders Viewers also predicted a heartbreaking death for soap legend Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley). The much-loved character However, Nigel A fan commented: "I'm imagining another Dot/Ethel scenario between him and Phil. Advertisement Most read in Soaps "I really wish Nigel could stick around though. He's been great to have back." Another added: "I think Nigel will sadly pass away, why my heart will break for Phil." EastEnders legend makes a shock return just days after quitting Walford Some think there'll be a fierce custody battle between Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) and her ex Max Branning (Jake Wood). Notorious womaniser Max Advertisement It follows son Oscar Max is currently unaware that his brief romance with Linda One fan predicted: "Max will battle Linda for Annie." Kat Moon's EastEnders Timeline Kat Slater burst onto the Square in 2000 as feisty Kat Slater, played by Jessie Wallace. She is the eldest sister of the Slater family. She soon makes a big name for herself. She is a loud and brash character who is renowned for her leopard print skimpy outfits and loads of red lipstick. She has played the 'tart with a heart' character but has also had an epic love story with Alfie. Here is a rundown of her greatest soap storylines. Kat arrives in Walford as part of the Slater clan, She soon begins a fling with Steve Owen (Martin Kemp) behind the back of his girlfriend Mel Healey. Kat's sister Zoe (played by Michelle Ryan) was revealed to be her sister after shocked viewers learned she was raped by her uncle Harry Slater as a child and Kat being only 13, was known as her sister. Kat and Zoe's relationship was turbulent. They both vied for the attentions of Anthony Trueman. Kat and Anthony were together but broke up and Zoe then seduced him. Kat later learns she was pregnant but then has to have an abortion. She is comforted by her boss Alfie Moon but then he realises he is in love with her. Kat, becomes briefly engaged to Andy Hunter a local crime boss (Michael Briggs) but she jilts him on her wedding day for the true love her life Alfie. Kat sparks a romance with Alfie Moon and it is the love story of the square. She finally marries Alfie Moon on Christmas day in the Vic. Alfie takes a loan from Andy which he is unable to repay and then threatens to kill him unless Kat sleeps with him. Their relationship becomes cold and distant. One of Kat's biggest storylines was helping her daughter cover up the murder of Dirty Den Watts. She left the soap in 2005 sailing into the sunset with Alfie for a new life in America. Kat returned to the soap in 2010 on the run from a man who she and Alfie conned for money. While Alfie was serving time, she had an affair with Michael Moon who happened to be Alfies cousin and she is now pregnant with his child. Another Kat storyline focused on the breakdown of her and Alfie's marriage and her separation from Tommy and their twin sons Bert and Ernie. Kat's union with Phil Mitchell began after months of feuding. She then sleeps with him marries him beginning a war with his ex Sharon Mitchell over the Mitchell empire. The latest storyline has focused on her son Tommy who idolised Phil and is trying to get back at Kat for breaking up the marriage. Kat meanwhile is back with the love of her life Alfie who is suffering from cancer. While another argued: "I can't see any court giving Max custody over Linda, now that she's recovered. Advertisement "He's had 4 kids and managed to mess it up every time, he's been with countless women so can't provide Annie with stability, family wise. "I can't see Jack supporting him in it, even if he did I'm pretty sure Denise would shut that down." Just how exactly Max's return will rock Albert Square remains to be seen. 4 Max and Linda's brief romance resulted in Annie's birth Credit: BBC/Jack Barnes Advertisement
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
EastEnders cancelled TONIGHT as sports schedule chaos hits the soaps again
EASTENDERS is cancelled tonight due to a schedule shake-up with sports fixtures. Fans of the BBC soap usually tune in to watch at 7.30pm on Monday through Thursday. Advertisement 4 EastEnders will be off viewers' screens for tonight Credit: BBC 4 The BBC soap's schedule has been disrupted by sports fixtures Credit: BBC 4 Recent episodes have seen Karen Henthorn return as Julie Bates Credit: BBC However, tonight viewers will not able to check in on the residents of Albert Square. BBC One is showing coverage of the Germany vs Spain Women's UEFA Euro semi-final. Match of the Day begins at 7.30pm and will be airing until 10.10pm tonight. It will be followed by the BBC News at 10 bulletin. Advertisement Read more on EastEnders Four episodes a week of the long-running soap opera are shown on terrestrial TV. However, extended sports coverage has meant that bosses were forced to make sweeping changes to the schedule. Previously, On Monday, dedicated fans instead received a double bill of EastEnders. Advertisement Most read in Soaps Spoiler These instalments saw much-loved Nigel Bates return to Walford - after he previously left in emotional scenes. Played by Paul Bradley, the 90s favourite EastEnders legend makes a shock return just days after quitting Walford It was soon revealed Nigel is next few months. A concerned Jay Brown contacted Nigel's wife, Julie (Karen Henthorn) - who'd had no idea where he was. Advertisement Karen reprised her role following more than two decades away - and a brief voice cameo earlier this year. After an emotional farewell, Julie took Nigel from Walford, intending to return to their home in Scotland . Darkest soap storylines Over the years the likes of EastEnders, Emmerdale and Coronation Street have all tried to try outdo each other with their outlandish plots in a bid to keep us tuning in each week. But here are some of the darkest that had fans in shock... EastEnders: Tony grooming Whitney (2008-2009) - Tony King first appeared in Albert Square in 2008 as the boyfriend of Bianca, played by Emmerdale: Holly's drug addiction and shock death (2010-2016) - In 2010, Hollyoaks: Luke's rape (2000) - Actor Coronation Street: Evil Richard Hillman (2001-2003) - Just a mere mention of 'Richard Hillman' is enough to send a shiver down the spines of soap fans. He is often ranked one of the However, things took a frightening turn when he ran off during the journey. With the couple back in Albert Square, Phil proposed that all three live together - to help Nigel. Advertisement But will they all be able to co-exist under one roof? EastEnders airs on BBC One and iPlayer. 4 Oscar Branning also recently returned to Albert Square Credit: BBC
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
EastEnders cancelled TONIGHT as sports schedule chaos hits the soaps again
Scroll down to find out how the schedule has changed schedule shake-up EastEnders cancelled TONIGHT as sports schedule chaos hits the soaps again Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EASTENDERS is cancelled tonight due to a schedule shake-up with sports fixtures. Fans of the BBC soap usually tune in to watch at 7.30pm on Monday through Thursday. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 EastEnders will be off viewers' screens for tonight Credit: BBC 4 The BBC soap's schedule has been disrupted by sports fixtures Credit: BBC 4 Recent episodes have seen Karen Henthorn return as Julie Bates Credit: BBC However, tonight viewers will not able to check in on the residents of Albert Square. BBC One is showing coverage of the Germany vs Spain Women's UEFA Euro semi-final. Match of the Day begins at 7.30pm and will be airing until 10.10pm tonight. It will be followed by the BBC News at 10 bulletin. Four episodes a week of the long-running soap opera are shown on terrestrial TV. However, extended sports coverage has meant that bosses were forced to make sweeping changes to the schedule. Previously, EastEnders episodes were shown to viewers early on iPlayer due to coverage of the 2025 Wimbledon tennis tournament. On Monday, dedicated fans instead received a double bill of EastEnders. These instalments saw much-loved Nigel Bates return to Walford - after he previously left in emotional scenes. Played by Paul Bradley, the 90s favourite returned to the square last year after a 26-year absence. EastEnders legend makes a shock return just days after quitting Walford It was soon revealed Nigel is battling early onset dementia - with childhood friend Phil Mitchell taking care of him over the next few months. A concerned Jay Brown contacted Nigel's wife, Julie (Karen Henthorn) - who'd had no idea where he was. Karen reprised her role following more than two decades away - and a brief voice cameo earlier this year. After an emotional farewell, Julie took Nigel from Walford, intending to return to their home in Scotland. Darkest soap storylines Over the years the likes of EastEnders, Emmerdale and Coronation Street have all tried to try outdo each other with their outlandish plots in a bid to keep us tuning in each week. But here are some of the darkest that had fans in shock... EastEnders: Tony grooming Whitney (2008-2009) - Tony King first appeared in Albert Square in 2008 as the boyfriend of Bianca, played by Patsy Palmer. But it was quickly revealed he was a paedophile who had been grooming vulnerable Whitney, Bianca's adopted stepdaughter from a previous relationship, since she was 12. The shocking storyline attracted more than 200 complaints within a week of it beginning. Whitney waited until her 16th birthday to reveal the truth to a horrified Bianca, who called the police. Emmerdale: Holly's drug addiction and shock death (2010-2016) - In 2010, Holly Barton (played by Sophie Powles) became Emmerdale's first teenage drug addict. The shocking storyline saw her taking cocaine on a night out before developing a deadly heroin habit. Parents John and Moira desperately tried to help get their daughter clean but when Holly returned in 2016, following a four-year absence, she quickly relapsed. Fans were left stunned and heartbroken when distraught Moira found Holly dead in her bed from a heroin overdose. Hollyoaks: Luke's rape (2000) - Actor Gary Lucy was just 17 when he took on this groundbreaking storyline, which saw his character Luke Morgan become soap's first male rape victim. Luke had endured a long-running bullying campaign by football rival Mark Gibbs - who raped him after Luke stood up to him. Luke was left suicidal following the brutal attack, before opening up to his brother Adam. Gibbs was sentenced to eight years in prison. Gary won the Best Actor gong at the British Soap Awards in 2000 for his performance. Coronation Street: Evil Richard Hillman (2001-2003) - Just a mere mention of 'Richard Hillman' is enough to send a shiver down the spines of soap fans. He is often ranked one of the most evil soap villains and it's not hard to see why. The smooth-talking financial adviser bashed his ex-wife Patricia over the head with a shovel. In a bid to keep his mother-in-law Audrey quiet, he set fire to her house. And when Maxine caught him trying to murder Emily Bishop, he took a crowbar to her head. He made his exit from the cobbles in 2003 when he drove Gail Platt, played by Helen Worth, and her family into the canal. They survived, but he didn't. However, things took a frightening turn when he ran off during the journey. With the couple back in Albert Square, Phil proposed that all three live together - to help Nigel. But will they all be able to co-exist under one roof? EastEnders airs on BBC One and iPlayer.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
BBC line up fan-favourite TV show for 32nd series after years and years on air
A BELOVED BBC show is coming back for another outing - after several years on air. Antiques Road Trip first 4 Antiques Road Trip is coming back for a 32nd series Credit: BBC 4 The show has become a firm favourite since debuting in 2010 Credit: BBC 4 The fate of fellow Beeb show The Travelling Auctioneers has also been revealed Credit: BBC BBC Daytime have renewed the programme for an incredible 32nd series. This will see 20 brand new episodes - with antiques experts going head-to-head each week in search of profit-making collectibles. In addition, a fifth series of fellow Beeb show The Travelling Auctioneers has also been confirmed. Having debuted in 2022 Read more on BBC Auctioneers Izzie Balmer, JB Broad and Bee Harford will be back for series five. Also coming back are restorers Izzie will also be featured in the new series of Antiques Road Trip , competing against Mark Hill across a week of episodes. Discussing her return to both shows, she said: 'The Antiques Road Trip and Travelling Auctioneers teams have become like family to me. Most read in News TV "In fact, I sometimes see them more than my actual family… 'I wouldn't have it any other way though, because these shows are great fun, full of heart, and have just the right amount of jeopardy to keep you on the edge of your seat… without spilling your cuppa! Brookside legend Dean Sullivan makes final TV appearance on Antiques Road Trip- "I know how much they mean to our viewers and I'm thrilled to be back filming on them both.' Muslim Alim, Commissioning Editor for BBC Daytime and Early Peak, said: "These shows are TV gold packed with great stories, brilliant finds and led by experts in their field. " Antiques Road Trip and The Travelling Auctioneers have become firm favourites with our audiences and it's easy to see why: they're warm, feel-good and endlessly entertaining. "I'm absolutely thrilled we're bringing them back and hugely grateful to the top-tier talent at STV Studios who make them so special." Antiques Road Trip experts The BBC One series features a team of experts ready to give their opinions on hidden treasures. Mark Hill - Mark is a popular antiques expert, TV presenter, author and publisher. He is known for both Antiques Road Trip and BBC's Antiques Roadshow. Away from his TV career and he previously worked at Sotheby's in London as a Specialist in their Collectors Department. Izzie Balmer - As well to her TV work, Steven Moore - Steven is known for being an antiques dealer, auctioneer and museum curator. He has also used his expertise in the past to write for a variety of magazines. Steven joined the Antiques Road Trip in 2020 and has also been an expert on BBC's Antiques Roadshow. Natasha Raskin Sharp - Natasha is an Antiques Road Trip expert with a passion for antiques and art. She was born in Glasgow in 1986 into a family of art collectors with her dad Philip Raskin being a successful artist. Irita Marriott - Irita is an antiques expert and dealer as well as being the founder of Irita Marriott Antiques. She is one of the latest BBC antiques expert on Antiques Road Trip and full time antiques dealer based in the UK. Charles Hanson - Charles chose a career in antiques because he has a love for history and enjoys the drama of an auction. He joined Raj Bisram - Raj is a British antiques expert and auctioneer. He co-founded Bentley's Fine Art and Antiques Auction House in Cranbrook, Kent in 1995. Philip Serrell - Philip says that he thinks antiques found him 'rather than the other way round'. He was approached by the Bargain Hunt series producer of the day and recorded the first Bargain Hunt filmed at Malvern in 1999. The dealer, who is David Harper - David is an antiques expert, artist, speaker and writer. He has gone on to make multiple TV appearances, with his first television role in 2005 as presenter of Channel 4's Natural Born Dealers. James Braxton - Ever since he was young, He founded the Fine Art Auction Group where he currently serves as director, responsible for running five auction rooms in the South of England. James has appeared in other hit TV shows including Bargain Hunt and Flog it! Roo Irvine - Roo, whose full name Arusha Irvine, is an antiques dealer and television presenter from Scotland. As well as Antiques Road Trip, she has also appeared on shows such as Bargain Hunt, Flipping Profit and the celebrity version of Antiques Road Trip. Tim Wonnacott - Timothy is an English chartered auctioneer, chartered surveyor, antiques expert, narrator, and a television presenter. He used to be a director of Sotheby's; one of the world's oldest auction houses. He has been the narrator of Antiques Road Trip since it began in 2010. Craig Hunter, Creative Director of STV Studios Factual, said: "We're thrilled by the BBC's continued commitment to supporting these shows, which represents a strong vote of confidence in the Scottish production sector. " Antiques Road Trip and The Travelling Auctioneers provide year-round employment for the freelance community, offering a great opportunity for new starts to the industry and career development across the board. "We continue to refine both brands to produce more jeopardy, more expertise and even more entertainment for the daytime audience." Antiques Road Trip and The Travelling Auctioneers air on BBC One and iPlayer. 4 The Travelling Auctioneers launched back in 2022 Credit: BBC
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
BBC line up fan-favourite TV show for 32nd series after years and years on air
Scroll down to find out the fate of another much-loved BBC show back on the box BBC line up fan-favourite TV show for 32nd series after years and years on air Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A BELOVED BBC show is coming back for another outing - after several years on air. Antiques Road Trip first launched on our screens in 2010 and has become a fan favourite since. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Antiques Road Trip is coming back for a 32nd series Credit: BBC 4 The show has become a firm favourite since debuting in 2010 Credit: BBC 4 The fate of fellow Beeb show The Travelling Auctioneers has also been revealed Credit: BBC BBC Daytime have renewed the programme for an incredible 32nd series. This will see 20 brand new episodes - with antiques experts going head-to-head each week in search of profit-making collectibles. In addition, a fifth series of fellow Beeb show The Travelling Auctioneers has also been confirmed. Having debuted in 2022, the premise pairs expert auctioneers with skilled restorers, with its hosts hitting the road in search of hidden treasures. Read more on BBC Pemberley Pals Legendary TV stars unrecognisable as they reunite 30 years after BBC hit Auctioneers Izzie Balmer, JB Broad and Bee Harford will be back for series five. Also coming back are restorers JJ Chalmers, Robin Johnson, Lauren Wood and Saf Fakir. Izzie will also be featured in the new series of Antiques Road Trip, competing against Mark Hill across a week of episodes. Discussing her return to both shows, she said: 'The Antiques Road Trip and Travelling Auctioneers teams have become like family to me. "In fact, I sometimes see them more than my actual family… 'I wouldn't have it any other way though, because these shows are great fun, full of heart, and have just the right amount of jeopardy to keep you on the edge of your seat… without spilling your cuppa! Brookside legend Dean Sullivan makes final TV appearance on Antiques Road Trip- "I know how much they mean to our viewers and I'm thrilled to be back filming on them both.' Muslim Alim, Commissioning Editor for BBC Daytime and Early Peak, said: "These shows are TV gold packed with great stories, brilliant finds and led by experts in their field. "Antiques Road Trip and The Travelling Auctioneers have become firm favourites with our audiences and it's easy to see why: they're warm, feel-good and endlessly entertaining. "I'm absolutely thrilled we're bringing them back and hugely grateful to the top-tier talent at STV Studios who make them so special." Antiques Road Trip experts The BBC One series features a team of experts ready to give their opinions on hidden treasures. Mark Hill - Mark is a popular antiques expert, TV presenter, author and publisher. He is known for both Antiques Road Trip and BBC's Antiques Roadshow. Away from his TV career and he previously worked at Sotheby's in London as a Specialist in their Collectors Department. Izzie Balmer - Izzie was previously a part of BBC Street Auction's celebrity edition before becoming a member of Antiques Road Trip. She is a popular antiques valuer and auctioneer from Derbyshire who is now a recognizable face. As well to her TV work, Izzie predominantly works as a head valuer at the Wessex Auction rooms in Wiltshire. Steven Moore - Steven is known for being an antiques dealer, auctioneer and museum curator. He has also used his expertise in the past to write for a variety of magazines. Steven joined the Antiques Road Trip in 2020 and has also been an expert on BBC's Antiques Roadshow. Natasha Raskin Sharp - Natasha is an Antiques Road Trip expert with a passion for antiques and art. She was born in Glasgow in 1986 into a family of art collectors with her dad Philip Raskin being a successful artist. Irita Marriott - Irita is an antiques expert and dealer as well as being the founder of Irita Marriott Antiques. She is one of the latest BBC antiques expert on Antiques Road Trip and full time antiques dealer based in the UK. Charles Hanson - Charles chose a career in antiques because he has a love for history and enjoys the drama of an auction. He joined Bargain Hunt back in 2002 and works as an auctioneer. Raj Bisram - Raj is a British antiques expert and auctioneer. He co-founded Bentley's Fine Art and Antiques Auction House in Cranbrook, Kent in 1995. Philip Serrell - Philip says that he thinks antiques found him 'rather than the other way round'. He was approached by the Bargain Hunt series producer of the day and recorded the first Bargain Hunt filmed at Malvern in 1999. The dealer, who is known for his scarves, was then asked to feature as an expert. David Harper - David is an antiques expert, artist, speaker and writer. He has gone on to make multiple TV appearances, with his first television role in 2005 as presenter of Channel 4's Natural Born Dealers. James Braxton - Ever since he was young, James was always interested in the world of antiques and began pursuing a career in the industry after purchasing an auctioning company in 1991. He founded the Fine Art Auction Group where he currently serves as director, responsible for running five auction rooms in the South of England. James has appeared in other hit TV shows including Bargain Hunt and Flog it! Roo Irvine - Roo, whose full name Arusha Irvine, is an antiques dealer and television presenter from Scotland. As well as Antiques Road Trip, she has also appeared on shows such as Bargain Hunt, Flipping Profit and the celebrity version of Antiques Road Trip. Tim Wonnacott - Timothy is an English chartered auctioneer, chartered surveyor, antiques expert, narrator, and a television presenter. He used to be a director of Sotheby's; one of the world's oldest auction houses. He has been the narrator of Antiques Road Trip since it began in 2010. Craig Hunter, Creative Director of STV Studios Factual, said: "We're thrilled by the BBC's continued commitment to supporting these shows, which represents a strong vote of confidence in the Scottish production sector. "Antiques Road Trip and The Travelling Auctioneers provide year-round employment for the freelance community, offering a great opportunity for new starts to the industry and career development across the board. "We continue to refine both brands to produce more jeopardy, more expertise and even more entertainment for the daytime audience." Antiques Road Trip and The Travelling Auctioneers air on BBC One and iPlayer.
