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Scottish Sun
2 days ago
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EastEnders actress Alice Haig reveals exactly what the old Vicki Fowler star said to her after she took over her role
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EASTENDERS actress Alice Haig revealed exactly what her predecessor as Vicki Fowler said to her after taking on the role. Alice, 40, assumed the role of returning character Vicki earlier this year. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 Alice Haig began playing EastEnders' Vicki Fowler earlier this year Credit: BBC 4 The actress spoke to The Sun at this year's British Soap Awards Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 4 Previous Vicki actress Scarlett Alice Johnson reached out to Alice Credit: BBC She took over from previous star Scarlett Alice Johnson, who played the part over 20 years ago. Speaking to The Sun at the British Soap Awards, Alice confirmed her predecessor had reached out. She told us: "Scarlett sent me a beautiful email wishing me luck and being incredibly kind. "It was a lovely thing to get. She said it's great fun playing Vicki Fowler and I couldn't agree more." The Sun previously told how Scarlett turned down the chance to reprise her role as Vicki. Bosses of EastEnders had hoped to win Scarlett back after her portrayal of Vicki developed a cult following online - two decades after her last appearance. The actress originally took on the role in 2003 but left once again just a little over a year later and hasn't been seen since. A spokesperson for Scarlett told The Sun: 'Scarlett was approached, and was flattered to be asked to return, but the timing wasn't right for her to step back into the role. "She wishes Alice Haig and the show all the very best'. Meanwhile, Alice also told us at the Soap Awards: "In all honesty, I think in soap world we suspend our disbelief. We're changing actors. EastEnders' original Vicki Fowler actress Scarlett Alice Johnson TURNED DOWN epic soap comeback for 40th anniversary - as role is recast "Once you're bedded in for a bit, you are the character and you do what you do. "I think what I'm really interested in is trying to find flavours of Michelle - her mum. "As opposed to trying to copy Scarlett, who was fantastic and her own person. "It's much better to be who you are and to try and play it as truthfully as you can, for you." Soap characters who've been recast Soap operas are staple viewing for many people, but even some of the most famous characters have been played by different actors. Here are some examples from over the years. Coronation Street Tracy Barlow : Kate Ford took on the role of Corrie legend Tracy Barlow in 2002. Before Kate, three other actresses had played Tracy - most notably Dawn Acton from 1988 to 1999. : Kate Ford took on the role of Corrie legend Tracy Barlow in 2002. Before Kate, three other actresses had played Tracy - most notably Dawn Acton from 1988 to 1999. Nick Tilsley: Ben Price has been playing Gail's oldest child in 2009, but the former Footballers' Wives star is the third actor to take on the part. Ben Price has been playing Gail's oldest child in 2009, but the former Footballers' Wives star is the third actor to take on the part. Sarah Platt: Although Tina O'Brien debuted as Sarah Platt in 1999, she is the third actress who has played the iconic role of Sarah Platt. Although Tina O'Brien debuted as Sarah Platt in 1999, she is the third actress who has played the iconic role of Sarah Platt. David Platt: Completing the line-up of Gail's children, David was initially played by Thomas Ormson for a decade before Jack P. Shepherd took over. Completing the line-up of Gail's children, David was initially played by Thomas Ormson for a decade before Jack P. Shepherd took over. Daniel Osbourne: For almost a decade, the role of Ken Barlow's son Daniel has been portrayed by actor Rob Mallard. Before Rob joined, two other actors had previously played Daniel. For almost a decade, the role of Ken Barlow's son Daniel has been portrayed by actor Rob Mallard. Before Rob joined, two other actors had previously played Daniel. Bethany Platt: Fans know Lucy Fallon as Bethany nowadays but before her, three other actresses had stepped into the character's shoes. Fans know Lucy Fallon as Bethany nowadays but before her, three other actresses had stepped into the character's shoes. Kirk Sutherland: Before Andy Whyment took on the role of Kirk, he played by an uncredited actor in his very first appearance. Before Andy Whyment took on the role of Kirk, he played by an uncredited actor in his very first appearance. Todd Grimshaw: Gareth Pierce stepped into the role of Todd back in 2020, becoming the second performer to play this part. Gareth Pierce stepped into the role of Todd back in 2020, becoming the second performer to play this part. Summer Spellman: Harriet Bibby became the second actress to play Summer, taking over the role from Matilda Freeman in 2020. Harriet Bibby became the second actress to play Summer, taking over the role from Matilda Freeman in 2020. Ryan Connor: Ryan Prescott currently plays the long-running character, but Ben Thompson and Sol Heras had earlier portrayed the role. EastEnders Martin Fowler: Although Martin was the first baby born on-screen in EastEnders, he hasn't always been played by the same person. His current portrayer, James Bye, is the third actor to star as the character. Although Martin was the first baby born on-screen in EastEnders, he hasn't always been played by the same person. His current portrayer, James Bye, is the third actor to star as the character. Peter Beale: Seven actors have portrayed Ian Beale's elder son, with the current actor, Thomas Law, in his second stint as the character. Seven actors have portrayed Ian Beale's elder son, with the current actor, Thomas Law, in his second stint as the character. Ben Mitchell: Ben has been played by a total of six actors - with Max Bowden bowing out of the role in March 2024. Ben has been played by a total of six actors - with Max Bowden bowing out of the role in March 2024. Bobby Beale: Before Clay Milner Russell, Ian's younger son had been played by four other actors. Before Clay Milner Russell, Ian's younger son had been played by four other actors. Freddie Slater : Bobby's best mate, Freddie Slater, had been previously played by twins Alex and Tom Kilby before Bobby Brazier took over in 2022. : Bobby's best mate, Freddie Slater, had been previously played by twins Alex and Tom Kilby before Bobby Brazier took over in 2022. Chelsea Fox: Former Coronation Street actress Zaraah Abrahams took over the role of Chelsea in 2020. The character had been first played by Tiana Benjamin from 2006 to 2010. Former Coronation Street actress Zaraah Abrahams took over the role of Chelsea in 2020. The character had been first played by Tiana Benjamin from 2006 to 2010. Lauren Branning: Jacqueline Jossa took on the role of Lauren in 2010, succeeding Madeline Duggan who'd played her from 2006 to 2010. Jacqueline Jossa took on the role of Lauren in 2010, succeeding Madeline Duggan who'd played her from 2006 to 2010. Johnny Carter: Johnny has been played by three actors since debuting in 2013 - most recently, Charlie Suff has taken on the role. Acting appears to run in Alice's family, as the new star has a famous film star dad. Upon Vicki's return to Albert Square, she was joined by new partner Ross and his teenage son Joel. Viewers discovered she had broken up with long-term love Spencer Moon off-screen. EastEnders airs on BBC One and iPlayer.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
EastEnders actress Alice Haig reveals exactly what the old Vicki Fowler star said to her after she took over her role
EASTENDERS actress Alice Haig revealed exactly what her predecessor as Vicki Fowler said to her after taking on the role. Alice, 40, 4 Alice Haig began playing EastEnders' Vicki Fowler earlier this year Credit: BBC 4 The actress spoke to The Sun at this year's British Soap Awards Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 4 Previous Vicki actress Scarlett Alice Johnson reached out to Alice Credit: BBC She took over from previous star Scarlett Alice Johnson, who played the part over 20 years ago. Speaking to The Sun at the British Soap Awards, Alice confirmed her predecessor had reached out. She told us: "Scarlett sent me a beautiful email wishing me luck and being incredibly kind. "It was a lovely thing to get. She said it's great fun playing Vicki Fowler and I couldn't agree more." Read more on EastEnders The Sun previously told how Scarlett Bosses of EastEnders had hoped to win Scarlett back after her portrayal of Vicki developed a cult following online - two decades after her last appearance. The actress A spokesperson for Scarlett told The Sun: 'Scarlett was approached, and was flattered to be asked to return, but the timing wasn't right for her to step back into the role. Most read in Soaps "She wishes Alice Haig and the show all the very best'. Meanwhile, Alice also told us at the Soap Awards: "In all honesty, I think in soap world we suspend our disbelief. We're changing actors. EastEnders' original Vicki Fowler actress Scarlett Alice Johnson TURNED DOWN epic soap comeback for 40th anniversary - as role is recast "Once you're bedded in for a bit, you are the character and you do what you do. "I think what I'm really interested in is trying to find flavours of Michelle - her mum. "As opposed to trying to copy Scarlett, who was fantastic and her own person. "It's much better to be who you are and to try and play it as truthfully as you can, for you." Soap characters who've been recast Soap operas are staple viewing for many people, but even some of the most famous characters have been played by different actors. Here are some examples from over the years. Coronation Street Tracy Barlow : Kate Ford took on the role of Corrie legend Tracy Barlow in 2002. Before Kate, three other actresses had played Tracy - most notably Dawn Acton from 1988 to 1999. Nick Tilsley: Ben Price has been playing Gail's oldest child in 2009, but the former Footballers' Wives star is the third actor to take on the part. Sarah Platt: Although Tina O'Brien debuted as Sarah Platt in 1999, she is the third actress who has played the iconic role of Sarah Platt. David Platt: Completing the line-up of Gail's children, David was initially played by Thomas Ormson for a decade before Jack P. Shepherd took over. Daniel Osbourne: For almost a decade, the role of Ken Barlow's son Daniel has been portrayed by actor Rob Mallard. Before Rob joined, two other actors had previously played Daniel. Bethany Platt: Fans know Lucy Fallon as Bethany nowadays but before her, three other actresses had stepped into the character's shoes. Kirk Sutherland: Before Andy Whyment took on the role of Kirk, he played by an uncredited actor in his very first appearance. Todd Grimshaw: Gareth Pierce stepped into the role of Todd back in 2020, becoming the second performer to play this part. Summer Spellman: Harriet Bibby became the second actress to play Summer, taking over the role from Matilda Freeman in 2020. Ryan Connor: Ryan Prescott currently plays the long-running character, but Ben Thompson and Sol Heras had earlier portrayed the role. EastEnders Martin Fowler: Although Martin was the first baby born on-screen in EastEnders, he hasn't always been played by the same person. His current portrayer, James Bye, is the third actor to star as the character. Peter Beale: Seven actors have portrayed Ian Beale's elder son, with the current actor, Thomas Law, in his second stint as the character. Ben Mitchell: Ben has been played by a total of six actors - with Max Bowden bowing out of the role in March 2024. Bobby Beale: Before Clay Milner Russell, Ian's younger son had been played by four other actors. Freddie Slater : Bobby's best mate, Freddie Slater, had been previously played by twins Alex and Tom Kilby before Bobby Brazier took over in 2022. Chelsea Fox: Former Coronation Street actress Zaraah Abrahams took over the role of Chelsea in 2020. The character had been first played by Tiana Benjamin from 2006 to 2010. Lauren Branning: Jacqueline Jossa took on the role of Lauren in 2010, succeeding Madeline Duggan who'd played her from 2006 to 2010. Johnny Carter: Johnny has been played by three actors since debuting in 2013 - most recently, Charlie Suff has taken on the role. Acting appears to run in Alice's family, as the new star Upon Vicki's return to Albert Square, she was Viewers discovered she EastEnders airs on BBC One and iPlayer. 4 Vicki has a new partner, Ross Marshall Credit: BBC
The Irish Sun
03-06-2025
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- The Irish Sun
Coronation Street siblings look unrecognisable almost two decades on from ITV soap exit
CORONATION Street fans have been left stunned after spotting two former child stars looking totally unrecognisable. The twin sisters were last seen in 5 The Coronation Street siblings look unrecognisable 17 years after their debut Credit: Instagram 5 Bethany Platt first appeared on the cobbles back in 2000 Credit: Shutterstock Editorial Twin sisters, Emily and Amy Walton, shared the role of Bethany Platt for seven years from 2000 to 2007 on Coronation Street. The long-standing character first appeared on the cobbles back in 2000 and is the daughter of Sarah Platt ( They were involved in some major dramatic storylines from being kidnapped by her paternal grandmother Brenda Fearns ( However, Bethany left the cobbles in 2007 when Sarah decided to move to Italy . read more on corrie Since then, the twins have moved away from the acting and showbiz world. They competed in the British Trampoline finals in 2016, with Amy securing a place in Great Britain's team the European Championships the following year. Emily shared a snap with her sister on Instagram back in January - and the pair look worlds away from their Coronation Street days. They both beamed at the camera as they holidayed in Thailand. Most read in Soaps She captioned the snap: "The last of Thailand," alongside a yellow heart emoji. Meanwhile, when Bethany Platt returned in 2015, Inside Coronation Street star Lucy Fallon's £300 per night holiday at luxury getaway She has brought drama and awareness through major storylines, including being groomed by Nathan Curtis ( The 29-year-old returned to Corrie in December 2023 after having previously left in 2019 to go on maternity leave after welcoming her first child, Sonny, in early 2023. The actress then revealed she was leaving again shortly after she announced she was pregnant with her second child, who she gave birth to in January with partner Ryan Ledson. Despite exiting twice, the door has always being left open for her to return - but Lucy has now Soap characters who've been recast Soap operas are staple viewing for many people, but even some of the most famous characters have been played by different actors. Here are some examples from over the years. Coronation Street Tracy Barlow : Kate Ford took on the role of Corrie legend Tracy Barlow in 2002. Before Kate, three other actresses had played Tracy - most notably Dawn Acton from 1988 to 1999. Nick Tilsley: Ben Price has been playing Gail's oldest child in 2009, but the former Footballers' Wives star is the third actor to take on the part. Sarah Platt: Although Tina O'Brien debuted as Sarah Platt in 1999, she is the third actress who has played the iconic role of Sarah Platt. David Platt: Completing the line-up of Gail's children, David was initially played by Thomas Ormson for a decade before Jack P. Shepherd took over. Daniel Osbourne: For almost a decade, the role of Ken Barlow's son Daniel has been portrayed by actor Rob Mallard. Before Rob joined, two other actors had previously played Daniel. Bethany Platt: Fans know Lucy Fallon as Bethany nowadays but before her, three other actresses had stepped into the character's shoes. Kirk Sutherland: Before Andy Whyment took on the role of Kirk, he played by an uncredited actor in his very first appearance. Todd Grimshaw: Gareth Pierce stepped into the role of Todd back in 2020, becoming the second performer to play this part. Summer Spellman: Harriet Bibby became the second actress to play Summer, taking over the role from Matilda Freeman in 2020. Ryan Connor: Ryan Prescott currently plays the long-running character, but Ben Thompson and Sol Heras had earlier portrayed the role. EastEnders Martin Fowler: Although Martin was the first baby born on-screen in EastEnders, he hasn't always been played by the same person. His current portrayer, James Bye, is the third actor to star as the character. Peter Beale: Seven actors have portrayed Ian Beale's elder son, with the current actor, Thomas Law, in his second stint as the character. Ben Mitchell: Ben has been played by a total of six actors - with Max Bowden bowing out of the role in March 2024. Bobby Beale: Before Clay Milner Russell, Ian's younger son had been played by four other actors. Freddie Slater : Bobby's best mate, Freddie Slater, had been previously played by twins Alex and Tom Kilby before Bobby Brazier took over in 2022. Chelsea Fox: Former Coronation Street actress Zaraah Abrahams took over the role of Chelsea in 2020. The character had been first played by Tiana Benjamin from 2006 to 2010. Lauren Branning: Jacqueline Jossa took on the role of Lauren in 2010, succeeding Madeline Duggan who'd played her from 2006 to 2010. Johnny Carter: Johnny has been played by three actors since debuting in 2013 - most recently, Charlie Suff has taken on the role. The soap star has signed up to talent agent Off Limits, which help TV stars and influencer clients land brand deals, which goes against ITV's strict rules for their cast. While Coronation Street does allow product placement on the show, like with the Co-op and Costa Coffee, the cast is generally restricted from doing their own brand deals. This has caused some tension, with actors expressing frustration at being able to promote products on the show but not off-screen. The Sun have reached out to Lucy's rep for comment. A slew of mid-salary stars is furious that ITV bosses have agreed to the money-spinning deal to have the high street giants' shopfronts and products on-screen on the expanded new set. But at the same time, cast members are banned from taking ad work promoting products away from the soap that could massively boost their earnings. ITV rules state that the stars are only allowed to take part in other shows like I'm A Celebrity and Dancing on Ice and do personal appearances like shop openings. It comes after Jack P Shepherd is set to be But any plans to cash in by signing up to star in television adverts will be blocked by Coronation Street bosses. A TV insider said: "It used to be a lot more strict, but these days ITV soap stars are allowed certain partnerships that are permitted on social media. "The line is drawn at advertising more generally - and absolutely no TV adverts." 5 The twins played the character for seven years Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 5 Bu they are no longer in the TV world since their departure in 2007 Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 5 Has Lucy Fallon hinted she's left Coronation Street for good? Credit: Getty
Scottish Sun
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Celebs Go Dating exes' bitter feud reignited as TV hunk makes dig at former lover amid baby row
The couple welcomed their child after their whirlwind TV romance dads dig Celebs Go Dating exes' bitter feud reignited as TV hunk makes dig at former lover amid baby row Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) GARY Lucy has reignited his feud with his Celebs Go Dating ex Laura Anderson after warning that "dads matter". The former Footballers' Wives star made the apparent dig while sharing a throwback video of himself and his son Theodore, six. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Gary Lucy has shared a video featuring his son and warned that 'dads matter' Credit: INSTAGRAM 6 His comment is believed to be a dig at his ex-partner Laura Anderson Credit: instagram/@lauraanderson1x Gary had been filmed in a restaurant as he sat next to Theodore and they could be seen giggling about "spicy" food together. The actor then gently grabbed his son's cheeks and said: "Look at that face, that gorgeous face.." The video finished with Gary giving Theodore a kiss. Gary, 43, has since shared the footage on Instagram but he seems to have also made a swipe at Laura, 36, in the process. The exes share an 18-month-old daughter together called Bonnie yet she is rarely pictured with Gary. Laura has taken aim at Gary several times in the past over this but, reigniting the row himself, he cryptically captioned his video: "Good enough to eat … Gorgeous Boy #dadsmatter." Replying, one follower asked: "Thought you had a girl with Laura..?" Gary shares Theodore with his ex-wife Natasha. They are also parents to India, 18, Elvis, 12 and Sadie, seven. He met former Love Island star Laura on Celebs Go Dating and, after a whirlwind romance, announced they were expecting. However, they called time on their romance shortly after sharing the news of Laura's pregnancy, then reunited but then split up again. Laura Anderson admits 'my patience has gone' as she begs fans for help with daughter After Bonnie was born, Gary and Laura spent Christmas together and it was hoped they had reunited. Laura even insisted she and Gary were going to try and co-parent the best they could, despite her living in her native Scotland and Gary in the south of England. Speaking about Bonnie, she told Closer: "It's going to be a journey as she's only a baby and this is all new to me, but I try to include Gary as much as I can. "She has two parents and I want her to know that I always put her first." But things soon turned sour. The pair have since exchanged bitter words with each other in public over Gary's parenting of Bonnie. In June last year, Laura claimed that Gary had not seen his daughter for six months. She made the shock allegation as she hit back at a troll, who questioned if Bonnie ever saw her father. Celebs Go Dating 2025 cast S Club 7 singer Jon Lee The Chase quizzer Mark Labbett Too Hot To Handle hunk Louis Russell Love Island All Stars contestant, Olivia Hawkins Singer Kerry Katona Made in Chelsea heartthrob Sam Prince QUIT - Christine McGuinness LAST MINUTE ADDITION - Chris Hughes Laura told them: 'Do you mean has her daddy seen her….No he hasn't since 2nd January if you would like to direct those questions to him as I have no control over the actions of others x' A rep for Gary declined to comment at the time. Several weeks later, Gary was pictured cuddling his Bonnie in a sweet video. "The little things," he wrote on Instagram after enjoying a day at a play park with the tot. But the following month, Laura took aim at Gary again, telling a fan; "No matter what Gary has done and not done I will always respect him as Bonnie's father and I hope one day he is capable of being the rather she deserves." She added: "Until then I've got this." Laura has since found love with boyfriend Clark Robertson. 6 Laura and Gary had met on Celebs Go Dating and had a whirlwind romance Credit: INSTAGRAM/LAURA ANDERSON 6 Laura quickly fell pregnant with their daughter Bonnie Credit: instagram/@lauraanderson1x 6 The Scots-born Love Island star has accused Gary of 'not being the father Bonnie deserves' Credit: Instagram @
The Irish Sun
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Celebs Go Dating exes' bitter feud reignited as TV hunk makes dig at former lover amid baby row
GARY Lucy has reignited his feud with his Celebs Go Dating ex Laura Anderson after warning that "dads matter". The former Footballers' Wives star made the apparent dig while sharing a throwback video of himself and his son Theodore, six. Advertisement 6 Gary Lucy has shared a video featuring his son and warned that 'dads matter' Credit: INSTAGRAM 6 His comment is believed to be a dig at his ex-partner Laura Anderson Credit: instagram/@lauraanderson1x Gary had been filmed in a restaurant as he sat next to Theodore and they could be seen giggling about "spicy" food together. The actor then gently grabbed his son's cheeks and said: "Look at that face, that gorgeous face.." The video finished with Gary giving Theodore a kiss. Advertisement READ MORE ON LAURA ANDERSON The exes share an 18-month-old daughter together called Bonnie yet she is rarely pictured with Gary. Laura has taken aim at Gary several times in the past over this but, reigniting the row himself, he cryptically captioned his video: " Good enough to eat … Gorgeous Boy #dadsmatter." Replying, one follower asked: "Thought you had a girl with Laura..?" Gary shares Theodore with his ex-wife Natasha. They are also parents to India , 18, Elvis, 12 and Sadie, seven. Advertisement Most read in Reality Exclusive He met former Love Island star Laura on Celebs Go Dating and, after a whirlwind romance, announced they were expecting. However, they called time on their romance shortly after sharing the news of Laura's pregnancy, then reunited but then split up again. Laura Anderson admits 'my patience has gone' as she begs fans for help with daughter After Bonnie was born, Gary and Laura spent Christmas together and it was hoped they had reunited. Laura even insisted she and Gary were going to try and co-parent the best they could, despite her living in her native Scotland and Gary in the south of England. Advertisement Speaking about Bonnie, she told Closer: "It's going to be a journey as she's only a baby and this is all new to me, but I try to include Gary as much as I can. "She has two parents and I want her to know that I always put her first." But things soon turned sour. The pair have since exchanged bitter words with each other in public over Gary's parenting of Bonnie. Advertisement In June last year, She made the shock allegation as she hit back at a troll, who questioned if Bonnie ever saw her father. Celebs Go Dating 2025 cast S Club 7 singer Jon Lee The Chase quizzer Too Hot To Handle hunk Louis Russell Love Island All Stars contestant, Singer Kerry Katona Made in Chelsea heartthrob Sam Prince QUIT - LAST MINUTE ADDITION - A rep for Advertisement Several weeks later, "The little things," he wrote on Instagram after enjoying a day at a play park with the tot. But the following month, She added: "Until then I've got this." Advertisement Laura has since found love 6 Laura and Gary had met on Celebs Go Dating and had a whirlwind romance Credit: INSTAGRAM/LAURA ANDERSON 6 Laura quickly fell pregnant with their daughter Bonnie Credit: instagram/@lauraanderson1x 6 The Scots-born Love Island star has accused Gary of 'not being the father Bonnie deserves' Credit: Instagram @ Advertisement 6 Laura lives in Scotland with Bonnie Credit: Instagram/@lauraanderson1x
