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The Irish Sun
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
EastEnders' Charlie Brooks reveals she can fit into dress from 22 years ago after weight loss
FORMER EastEnders star Charlie Brooks has shared the news of how she can fit into dress from 22 years ago. The 44-year-old actress, best known for playing Janine Butcher in EastEnders , has opened up about being able to fit into a stunning minidress despite it being more than two-decades old. Advertisement 5 Charlie Brooks looks almost unrecognisable in a tiny minidress Credit: instagram 5 She has seemingly lost weight and gushed how she can fit into a dress she had bought 22 years ago Credit: Getty 5 She is known for playing Janine Butcher in the hit soap opera EastEnders Credit: BBC Posing up a storm in Instagram in the ultra short garment, Charlie looked sensational as she showed off her pins in the multicoloured frock. The dress was black but had an illustration in the bottom corner of a lady's face. In the caption of the stunning snap, Charlie penned: "Bought this dress over 22 years ago, before my kid was born, and I STILL love it. "It actually makes me feel very happy. Advertisement Read More about EastEnders "Funny how a piece of clothing can do that. "My face doesn't look happy. But I am actually very happy." Fans were quick to gush over the snap, with many keen to comment on her "very slim" appearance. "U look very slim," said one. Advertisement Most read in Soaps "Love it! Bonus it still fits & you look amazing!! Xx," penned a second. "It's lovely and how much weight have you lost wow," swooned a third. EastEnders legend quits Walford in emotional scenes - leaving close friend devastated "Definitely a keeper…. That's such a statement," added a fourth. A fifth person then said: "Love the dress and you look amazing." Advertisement While a sixth added: "You look gorgeous! I love that dress!" This comes shortly after Charlie opened up about being unemployed. EastEnders facts and figures THE beloved British soap has been captivating audiences for decades. EastEnders follows the lives of the residents of Here's the latest on: EastEnders spoilers Where is Inside EastEnders The history of The biggest ever Shocking Albert Square The soap's Taking to social media, she wrote: "Life is good. "As someone who is generally validated by work…Turns out being at home, chilling with my dog, taking long walks, reforming, reading… Advertisement "...and actually getting to hang out with my friends doing everything and nothing makes me really f***ing happy." Charlie left the soap in December 2022 and since then, she has been seen attending gigs and spending time with her family. The beloved actress portrayed the role of Janine Butcher on and off from 1999 until 2022. Charlie is mum to Advertisement She and Tony split just two years after Kiki was born but they are on very good terms. Kiki is following in her mother's footsteps in the hopes of becoming an actress. Reports say that Kiki resides in New York and studies at NYU Tisch School of the Arts. 5 The beloved actress portrayed the role of Janine Butcher on and off from 1999 until 2022 Credit: BBC Advertisement 5 Her daughter is said to be following in her mum's footsteps Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
Scottish Sun
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
EastEnders' Charlie Brooks reveals she can fit into dress from 22 years ago after weight loss
She posed up a storm and showed off her endless pins in the short minidress SO SLIM! EastEnders' Charlie Brooks reveals she can fit into dress from 22 years ago after weight loss Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) FORMER EastEnders star Charlie Brooks has shared the news of how she can fit into dress from 22 years ago. The 44-year-old actress, best known for playing Janine Butcher in EastEnders, has opened up about being able to fit into a stunning minidress despite it being more than two-decades old. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 Charlie Brooks looks almost unrecognisable in a tiny minidress Credit: instagram 5 She has seemingly lost weight and gushed how she can fit into a dress she had bought 22 years ago Credit: Getty 5 She is known for playing Janine Butcher in the hit soap opera EastEnders Credit: BBC Posing up a storm in Instagram in the ultra short garment, Charlie looked sensational as she showed off her pins in the multicoloured frock. The dress was black but had an illustration in the bottom corner of a lady's face. In the caption of the stunning snap, Charlie penned: "Bought this dress over 22 years ago, before my kid was born, and I STILL love it. "It actually makes me feel very happy. "Funny how a piece of clothing can do that. "My face doesn't look happy. But I am actually very happy." Fans were quick to gush over the snap, with many keen to comment on her "very slim" appearance. "U look very slim," said one. "Love it! Bonus it still fits & you look amazing!! Xx," penned a second. "It's lovely and how much weight have you lost wow," swooned a third. EastEnders legend quits Walford in emotional scenes - leaving close friend devastated "Definitely a keeper…. That's such a statement," added a fourth. A fifth person then said: "Love the dress and you look amazing." While a sixth added: "You look gorgeous! I love that dress!" This comes shortly after Charlie opened up about being unemployed. Taking to social media, she wrote: "Life is good. "As someone who is generally validated by work…Turns out being at home, chilling with my dog, taking long walks, reforming, reading… "...and actually getting to hang out with my friends doing everything and nothing makes me really f***ing happy." Charlie left the soap in December 2022 and since then, she has been seen attending gigs and spending time with her family. The beloved actress portrayed the role of Janine Butcher on and off from 1999 until 2022. Charlie is mum to 20-year-old daughter Kiki who she shares with Ibiza nightclub owner Tony Truman. She and Tony split just two years after Kiki was born but they are on very good terms. Kiki is following in her mother's footsteps in the hopes of becoming an actress. Reports say that Kiki resides in New York and studies at NYU Tisch School of the Arts. 5 The beloved actress portrayed the role of Janine Butcher on and off from 1999 until 2022 Credit: BBC
The Sun
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
EastEnders' Charlie Brooks reveals she can fit into dress from 22 years ago after weight loss
SO SLIM! She posed up a storm and showed off her endless pins in the short minidress FORMER EastEnders star Charlie Brooks has shared the news of how she can fit into dress from 22 years ago. The 44-year-old actress, best known for playing Janine Butcher in EastEnders, has opened up about being able to fit into a stunning minidress despite it being more than two-decades old. 5 5 Posing up a storm in Instagram in the ultra short garment, Charlie looked sensational as she showed off her pins in the multicoloured frock. The dress was black but had an illustration in the bottom corner of a lady's face. In the caption of the stunning snap, Charlie penned: "Bought this dress over 22 years ago, before my kid was born, and I STILL love it. "It actually makes me feel very happy. "Funny how a piece of clothing can do that. "My face doesn't look happy. But I am actually very happy." Fans were quick to gush over the snap, with many keen to comment on her "very slim" appearance. "U look very slim," said one. "Love it! Bonus it still fits & you look amazing!! Xx," penned a second. "It's lovely and how much weight have you lost wow," swooned a third. EastEnders legend quits Walford in emotional scenes - leaving close friend devastated "Definitely a keeper…. That's such a statement," added a fourth. A fifth person then said: "Love the dress and you look amazing." While a sixth added: "You look gorgeous! I love that dress!" This comes shortly after Charlie opened up about being unemployed. Taking to social media, she wrote: "Life is good. "As someone who is generally validated by work…Turns out being at home, chilling with my dog, taking long walks, reforming, reading… "...and actually getting to hang out with my friends doing everything and nothing makes me really f***ing happy." Charlie left the soap in December 2022 and since then, she has been seen attending gigs and spending time with her family. The beloved actress portrayed the role of Janine Butcher on and off from 1999 until 2022. Charlie is mum to 20-year-old daughter Kiki who she shares with Ibiza nightclub owner Tony Truman. She and Tony split just two years after Kiki was born but they are on very good terms. Kiki is following in her mother's footsteps in the hopes of becoming an actress. Reports say that Kiki resides in New York and studies at NYU Tisch School of the Arts. 5 5
Daily Mail
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EastEnders star Charlie Brooks, 44, looks almost unrecognisable as she shows off incredible weight-loss while slipping back into skimpy mini dress she bought over two decades ago
EastEnders star Charlie Brooks looked almost unrecognisable as she showed off her incredible weight-loss on Instagram on Tuesday. The actress, 44, who is best known for playing Janine Butcher before her exit in 2022, showcased her slimmed-down figure as she slipped back into a mini dress she bought over two decades ago. Taking to her Instagram Charlie put on a very leggy display as she posed for the mirrored selfie in the skimpy look which boasted a large graphic design. She completed the eye-catching ensemble with gold jewellery and chunky boots as fans rushed to the comments to share their compliments. Charlie captioned the post: 'Bought this dress over 22 years ago, before my kid was born, and I STILL love it. It actually makes me feel very happy. Funny how a piece of clothing can do that. My face doesn't look happy. But I am actually very happy'. While her followers gushed: 'Love it! Bonus it still fits & you look amazing!! Xx': 'You look gorgeous! I love that dress!': 'Ooooh love it': 'This is stunning!!'. The actress, best known for playing Janine Butcher, showcased her slimmed-down figure as she slipped into a mini dress she bought over two decades ago The soap star, who shares daughter Kiki, 20 with ex-fiancé Tony Truman, previously revealed how she became 'obsessed' with losing weight after shedding a whopping 2st in just two months. Charlie filmed her fitness DVD, Charlie Brooks' Before & After Workout, in 2005 and has now revealed how the process effected her confidence. Speaking with The Sun's Fabulous Magazine in 2021, Charlie explained that she's always had a 'complicated relationship' with her body and the DVD made that 'extreme'. Charlie said: 'I don't regret it, because it gave me an awareness of my body, but on the other hand, I crossed over into that kind of slightly obsessive weight loss thing. 'You know, always wanting to get back to "that". 'I've definitely had quite a complicated relationship with my body, never feeling pretty enough or healthy enough, and with the DVD it was extreme. I went all in.' Charlie added that she still struggles at times with accepting her figure and can feel 'disgusting', but is now about '70 per cent' of the way to body acceptance. In February it was revealed that Charlie had parted ways with her current boyfriend on rather more amicable terms, albeit just two months after confirming their romance. The Dancing On Ice star was understood to be single after ending a short-lived relationship with producer James Fuller. But he confirmed they are no longer an item while congratulating Charlie and her ice skating skills in a social media post. Commenting on her latest performance with professional skate partner Eric Radford, he wrote: 'Damn you guys are elegant, graceful and gorgeous! It's a 10 for me! Can't wait to see you skate again this Sunday! 'You are easily the coolest, most thoughtful, wonderful, amicable ex girlfriend and current best friend that a boy could wish for. 'So glad to be on this journey with you. You got this girl! So, so proud of you that words do no justice.' Referring to her appearance on stage in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, he added: 'Looking forward to a game of Rummikub with you after you have won this show and before you start Chitty!' The former couple only announced their romantic involvement in December, when Charlie went Instagram official with James on New Year's Eve. It was her first public romance following her split from her boyfriend of six years, Ben Hollington, in 2018. Charlie shares daughter Kiki, 20, with ex Ibiza club owner and still close friend Tony Truman, who she split from in 2007. The actress was introduced to her ex-partner when she was just 21 by former co-star Dean Gaffney. She ended her relationship with Tony in 2006, but the couple continued living under the same roof for more than six months after their separation. Speaking of the decision to continue living together in 2007, she told Sunday magazine: 'We knew our friendship would continue because that's how our relationship started. 'People ask if it's weird still living together, but we're just getting on with it for Kiki's sake.' In 2021 Charlie revealed that despite no longer being together, she and Tony remain close with him living in the flat above theirs in London. Speaking to the Mail Online at the time, she explained: 'He is absolutely my family and nothing will ever change that, no matter how much we fall out, which we have done, big time.
Daily Mirror
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
EastEnders icon is unemployed two years after soap exit
Best-known for playing Janine Butcher on the long-running hit UK television show, Charlie Brooks recently took to Instagram to talk about life since leaving the BBC series Former EastEnders star, Charlie Brooks, has revealed she's currently not working two and a half years after her epic soap exit. Best-known for playing Janine Butcher on the long-running hit UK television show, Charlie recently took to Instagram to talk about life since leaving the BBC series. Sharing a picture in which the actress can be seen grinning from ear-to-ear while donning a black ensemble with sunglasses to match, Charlie captioned her post: 'Life is good. As someone who is generally validated by work…Turns out being at home, chilling with my dog, taking long walks, reforming, reading and actually getting to hang out with my friends doing everything and nothing makes me really f**king happy.' In a separate post just two weeks ago, Charlie spoke about the 'joys of unemployment' as she listed out all the things that are making her time off from work a blast, namely: 'Three whole uninterrupted days with her [best friend], Rummikub, Fire, Ice bath, Massage.' Since leaving EastEnders almost three years ago in December 2022, Charlie has been seen enjoying family time and attending gigs, and shared an insights into her post Walford life on her social media. With her latest post, Charlie has confirmed she's still on a break and taking it easy. Charlie's character Janine Butcher first set foot in Walford in 1999, staying until 2004, when her villainous character made her first departure from the show. She then ventured into other roles including Robin Hood and playing a murderous nurse in Beverley Allitt: Angel of Death. Charlie made a comeback to EastEnders in 2008 before departing once again in 2012. Her latest return to the smash hit soap was in 2021, followed by her subsequent exit in the latter half of 2022, where she was embroiled in the tragic loss of beloved landlord Mick Carter, who is still lost at sea. Janine is currently serving a five year prison sentence after she was arrested for perverting the course of justice, specifically for framing Linda Carter for drink-driving. She gave birth to her son, named after his dad Mick Carter, in prison. In January this year, the actress opened up about the possibility of returning to Walford. She revealed: 'I'm going straight back into Chitty Chitty Bang Bang for a while, and then I probably need a little bit of time off," adding, "And then we're in talks about another theatre project at the moment, so I don't know yet." She teased further: "I'm biding my time. So who knows." Earlier this year, the 44-year-old appeared on the 17th season of Dancing on Ice, partnering with Olympic professional skater Eric Radford. Unfortunately, Charlie was eliminated from the competition in the fifth week. She also reprised her role as The Childcatcher in the new production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang in March this year, as part of the show's UK tour. Charlie is a proud parent to her 20-year-old daughter, Kiki Truman Brooks, whom she shares with former flame Tony Truman, an Ibiza club impresario. The couple parted ways in 2006, just two years after Kiki's birth, yet they've remained amicable, evidenced by Tony residing just above Charlie's Surrey abode. The Lie With Me actress' love life recently made headlines as Charlie and her producer boyfriend James Fuller parted ways in February, mere weeks after confirming their relationship publicly. Charlie also participated in and won the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special in 2011 and also took home the I'm A Celebrity title in 2012.
