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South Wales Argus
3 days ago
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- South Wales Argus
EastEnders star confirms exit from BBC show for new role
Michelle Collins, who plays Cindy Beale, will leave the show for a month after playing a prominent part in the programme's 40th anniversary earlier this year. She revealed the news at the British Soap Awards, an event that was dominated by the London-based show. Michelle Collins confirms exit from EastEnders for 'strange' new role Speaking with The Mirror , the EastEnders actress said: "Well, I'm going off in the summer. "I'm doing my one-woman show at the Edinburgh festival, called Motorhome Marilyn. "I don't think she's anything like Cindy. It's a play about a woman impersonator lookalike who lives in a trailer and dresses as Marilyn Monroe. But she's 60, it's kind of strange. "It's about failure, lost dreams, and feeling like life has passed you by. She's an interesting character. I'm really excited to play it. EastEnders have let me have a month off, so I'm very excited." However, the Cindy Beale star remained silent about how she would be written out of the show by BBC bosses. She told fans that her character would be focusing on her business and would not be getting involved in love interests for the time being. Despite this, the star added that there would be "fun stuff" coming up with Elaine and Cindy with George. The actress first took on the role of Cindy Beale all the way back in 1988 for a two-year stint. She then returned to the show in 1992 for six years before taking a longer break. After being on rival soap Coronation Street, she made yet another return to the soap opera. Fans slam EastEnders showrunners for handling of Cindy Beale character This comes after fans of the show slammed show bosses for the way they handled her return to the soap. One fan took to the EastEnders subreddit to say that there has been "no progression" to her character in the years she has been absent from Albert Square. They went on to dub her "a lying manipulative cheat who only cares about herself." Recommended Reading: Another penned: "I hated them bringing her back because of exactly this, she's exactly the same character no change. It's exhausting every time she's on screen." While many fans agreed with this, one user said: "Unpopular opinion: I am loving Cindy being back." They added: "As she is constantly bringing the drama and now she is involving half the Square in her family shenanigans like Jean & Harvey."
The Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
EastEnders star confirms exit from soap as she takes on ‘strange' new role
EASTENDERS actor Michelle Collins has confirmed she's leaving the BBC soap later this year. However, fans will be pleased to know the 63-year-old will only be gone for a month as she takes on a "strange" new role. 2 Her character Cindy Beale - who took on a prominent role in the show's 40th anniversary episodes - will exit Walford in the coming weeks. Michelle told the Mirror at the British Soap Awards 2025: "Well I'm going off in the summer. "I'm doing my one woman show at the Edinburgh festival, called Motorhome Marilyn. "I don't think she's anything like Cindy. It's a play about a woman impersonator lookalike who lives in a trailer and dresses as Marilyn Monroe. But she's 60, it's kind of strange. "It's about failure, lost dreams, and feeling like life has passed you by. She's an interesting character. I'm really excited to play it. EastEnders have let me have a month off so I'm very excited." Michelle has kept tight-lipped about how EastEnders writers will tell Cindy's exit storyline. Instead, she insisted Cindy is focusing on her business and won't be getting involved in a new love interest anytime soon. However, Michelle told fans there's "fun stuff" coming up with Elaine and Cindy with George. The actress looked incredible at the soap awards this week, which she attended with co-star Adam Woodyatt. Michelle put on a classy display in a classic black gown and teamed it up with a leather handbag. EastEnders' Michelle Collins admits she was in the dark about Angie Watts' shock return & confirms why Cindy ISN'T in live episode The soap star joined EastEnders as Cindy Beale in 1988 for a two-year stint. She returned in 1992 for six years before taking a longer break. Michelle then made an expected return in 2023 after being on Coronation Street.
The Sun
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
People are only just realising EastEnders star Molly Rainford is a nepo baby – would you have guessed her famous dad?
EASTENDERS star Molly Rainford is a familiar face on telly after landing a role as Queen Vic's pretty barmaid. The star has won a legion of fans playing Anna, the daughter of Cindy Beale. 5 5 But talented Molly has been working in showbiz for over a decade, and first shot to fame as a finalist on the sixth series of Britain's Got Talent in 2012. Molly became BGT's youngest-ever finalist at the time, at age 11 performing Ave Maria in the final and finishing sixth. Following the show, she won a scholarship at the Sylvia Young Theatre School in London, gifted by Simon Cowell and Sony Music. After finishing school, Molly went on to star in the lead role in CBBC series Nova Jones and released two EPs, including her single Commitment. It set her on the path to stardom and she continued to win big opportunties. Talented singer Molly played the lead in Nova Jones, in the CBBC comedy about the life and adventures of a galactic pop star. She later joined Strictly Come Dancing in 2022 and came runner up with dance partner Carlos Gu. And talent runs in Molly's family. She grew up in Essex living with her dad Dave Rainford and mum Sarah. David is a former Chelmsford City FC midfielder and was an assistant football manager. He started at Colchester United and returned to the team during his senior career in 1997. He also played for Slough Town, Heybridge Swifts, Bishop's Stortford and AFC Hornchurch. From 2012 to 2013, Dave was assistant manager for Chelmsford City after joining the team in 2008, and he now works for the Premier League in a top job. Some EastEnders fans have just figured out who her famous dad is, and took to Reddit to discuss it. 'That's a lot of nepotism,' one said. Another rushed to defend Molly, writing: 'None of it is nepotism - it isn't family connections that have helped her out she was just lucky enough to have been given a massive opportunity at a young age.' One more said: 'You keep believing that, you're telling me she got into eastenders for her acting talent?! Everyone knows it's her dad that helped.' 5 5
The Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
EastEnders actor Adam Woodyatt looks loved up with mystery woman after divorcing wife of 22 years
EASTENDERS actor Adam Woodyatt has been pictured looking loved up with a mystery woman. The 56-year-old - who divorced his wife of 22 years in 2022 - was spotted leaving Pure Gym in London this afternoon. They shared a kiss after a sweaty workout before driving off together. Adam split from his ex Beverley Sharp in 2022 and since then hasn't been publicly linked to anyone else romantically. On Friday Adam looked happy as he cosied up to the red-haired woman while wearing an all-black gym outfit. Meanwhile his close friend wore a khaki jacket over a grey top and floral leggings. Adam's character Ian Beale debuted in 1985 during the show's first-ever episode. He played a major role in the BBC soap's 40th anniversary episodes when his wife Cindy's Christmas Day attacker was revealed. They couple were reunited after Adam's hiatus from the soap in 2021. When he returned to Albert Square last year, Ian was reunited with his presumed dead wife Cindy (Michelle Collins), who was revealed to have been in witness protection. Throughout his long tenure in Walford, Ian has been married six times to five women and had two failed engagements. He has also fathered three children and acted as a father figure to much younger half-brother, Ben Mitchell. 3
The Sun
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
EastEnders' Lauren Branning and Peter Beale left in shock as baby Jimmy's devastating health condition is confirmed
EASTENDERS' Lauren Branning and Peter Beale are rocked next week as they receive heart-breaking news about baby Jimmy's health. The young parents are left reeling when doctors deliver a crushing diagnosis following a hospital visit, throwing their world into chaos. 6 6 Next week on EastEnders, Lauren (Jacqueline Jossa) is cracking under the pressure of new mum life - and fears she's failing baby Jimmy. The struggling mum is clearly overwhelmed as she tries to adjust, with Peter (Thomas Law) doing his best to keep things afloat behind the scenes. But while he's lending a helping hand, he's secretly fretting over Lauren's past battle with addiction and whether history might repeat itself. Things get worse after an awkward run-in with Cindy Beale (Michelle Collins), who begs Lauren to convince Peter to let her back into their lives. The stress leaves Lauren in tears, convinced she's not cut out for motherhood. Luckily, Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) arrives with a thoughtful gift - and a bit of tough love. Spotting the signs, she sends Peter out and opens up about her own demons in a heart-to-heart that gives Lauren a much-needed confidence boost. Linda urges her to trust her gut - especially when it comes to worrying signs about baby Jimmy. Tensions rise as Lauren and Peter prepare for their health visitor appointment, with the couple at odds over their baby's health. Lauren is growing frustrated after Belinda, the health visitor, dismisses her worries about Jimmy. EastEnders legend set for heartbreak as she makes shock decision amid secret affair But Peter becomes more concerned when Belinda privately hints that Lauren may be suffering from post-natal depression. Meanwhile, Cindy has her own agenda, urging Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt) to join her in supporting Peter through this tough time - though he's not exactly on board. Later, Lauren grows increasingly worried when she notices something troubling about Jimmy's eyes. Fearing the worst, she rushes to the hospital for an emergency appointment, convinced that Jimmy may be losing his sight. Soap's most harrowing teen storylines We take a look at other harrowing teen soap storylines from soaps Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale and Hollyoaks. Belle Dingle's schizophrenia in Emmerdale - Belle's (Eden Taylor-Draper) traumatic journey in Emmerdale took a dark turn when, after accidentally killing her best friend Gemma at just 16, her mental health began to spiral. The storyline, which saw Belle struggling with her grief and guilt, showcased her battle with hearing Gemma's voice inside her head, leading to a dramatic decline in her well-being. Hannah Ashworth's anorexia in Hollyoaks - Viewers were horrified as they watched Hannah (Emma Rigby), a seemingly innocent teen, spiral into dangerous behavior, starving herself in an attempt to achieve what she thought was the ideal body. As Hannah's condition worsened, the storyline became more intense, culminating in her being hospitalised for two months as she fought for her life. Bethany Platt's grooming ordeal in Coronation Street - Vulnerable schoolgirl, played by Lucy Fallon, was at the centre of one of Corrie's darkest storylines to date when she fell under the spell of her older boyfriend and sexual predator. The controversial scenes saw Nathan groom and manipulate the 16-year-old before coercing her into sleeping with his friends, with one of them raping her. Whitney Dean's abuse from Tony in EastEnders - Since the age of 12, she had been in a twisted relationship with her stepmum Bianca's boyfriend, Tony King. The predator had groomed young Whit (Shona McGarty), making her believe she was in love and planning to run away with him. On her 16th birthday, the traumatised teen finally revealed the years of abuse to Bianca. Tony was swiftly sent to prison sentenced for 13 years. At the hospital, Lauren is frantic, demanding that someone examine baby Jimmy after growing increasingly concerned about his health. Back at home, Peter panics when he returns with Louie to find Lauren missing, and his worry intensifies when Louie innocently mentions seeing Lauren take pills. Meanwhile, at the hospital, Lauren's anxiety catches the attention of her midwife, Hannan, who steps in and contacts Peter. He arrives at the hospital with Ian and Linda, but is shocked when Lauren defends herself, adamant that she hasn't relapsed. Hannan, however, takes Lauren's concerns seriously and arranges for a consultant to examine Jimmy. When Consultant Miss Ayub examines the baby's eyes, the devastating news comes: Jimmy is severely sight-impaired. Lauren and Peter are left utterly stunned, struggling to comprehend the diagnosis and what this means for their son's future. After receiving the heart-wrenching news about Jimmy, Lauren returns home to the Square with her son, still grappling with the weight of the diagnosis. She confides in Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner), sharing her fears and doubts, seeking comfort in the close bond they've always shared. Later, she opens up to Lily Slater (Lillia Turner), who offers her support in a tender moment of understanding. Despite the overwhelming circumstances, Lauren tries to reassure Peter, urging him to believe that everything will be okay. As the couple shares a deeply emotional moment, they both struggle to come to terms with their new reality, but Lauren is determined to stay strong for their family. Could this be just the beginning of a much bigger battle? EastEnders airs Monday to Thursday at 7:30pm on BBC One or stream from 6am on BBC iPlayer. 6 6 6 6
