Latest news with #JorgiePorter
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Beloved Channel 4 soap spin-off returns after 12 years after it first hit our screens
A popular Channel 4 soap spin-off is set to return to our screens just 17 years after it premiered on E4. Hollyoaks Later, a spin-off of Hollyoaks, first appeared on the channel back in 2008 and went on to air 31 episodes across six successful series. Fans were over the moon when they were treated to a special episode in 2020. The show, which usually aired after 9am on E4, explored themes and storylines that the 6:30pm episode would not have in it, including more sex and swearing. And now viewers will be happy to know that they will be able to get their next Hollyoaks Later fix later this year. In October, in aid of Hollyoaks' 30th birthday week, there will be another instalment of the post-watershed spin-off. The likes of Warren Fox star Jamie Lomas and Jorgie Porter, who plays Theresa McQueen, will be starring in the episode. Jamie first appeared on Hollyoaks as Warren in 2006. He played the baddie until 2011 and then rejoined the cast in 2016 until alter-ego appeared in Hollyoaks Later in 2011. Meanwhile Jorgie has played Theresa since 2008 and her first stint was until rejoined the show in 2020 and has been a regular ever since. Theresa was in Hollyoaks Later between 2009 and 2013 and Tisha Merry has also joined the show as a cast regular. The actress is best known for playing Steph Britton in Corrie between 2013 and 2017. Speaking about the upcoming venture, Jorgie said: 'It's really exciting to be a part of Laters, I've been in so many over the years and they're always my favourite - hopefully I get a swear word this time. 'Theresa is scheming with an unlikely business partner and its fun to see her living life on the edge again. 'It's incredible to time my return with the Hollyoaks 30th birthday week too, I couldn't miss it.' While Jamie added: 'It's great to be back for Hollyoaks 30th celebrations and what better way to return than a Laters. 'Warren has been busy since you last saw him, wanting to rebuild his empire and start afresh after the heartbreak with Mercedes. 'We'll be filming a lot on location and they're pulling out all the stops so I'm looking forward to it.' The official press release states: 'Hollyoaks Later has a history of airing some of soap's most spine-chilling twists over its 17-year tenure, and viewers can expect the same level of high-stakes drama for this Autumn special…' Hollyoaks Later series one was produced by Lucy Allan. The second series, as well as the 2020 episode was produced by Bryan Kirkwood. Paul Marquess produced series three, followed by Claire Fryer for season four. And Jane Steventon produced series five to six.
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Hollyoaks spin-off to make shock return this October – and it's going to be darker, sexier and more violent
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) HOLLYOAKS Later is to make a shock return for the soap's 30th anniversary. The series last aired in 2020 and is a post-watershed version of the Channel 4 soap. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Jamie Lomas will be making a comeback for Hollyoaks Later Credit: Lime Pictures 3 Jorgie Porter will also return for the explosive Later episode Credit: PA 3 Tisha Merry has also joined the soap for the upcoming episode - and beyond Credit: Getty It is set to be darker, sexier and more violent for the new episode that will air in the autumn as part of the month long celebrations And The Sun can exclusively reveal there's going to be a host of familiar faces returning for the episode - as well as some new. The episode will see the return of Warren Fox and Theresa McQueen to the show as actors Jamie Lomas and Jorgie Porter reprise their roles. And Coronation Street star Tisha Merry is joining Hollyoaks as series regular with her character Gemma debuting in the late night episode. Jamie Lomas said: 'It's great to be back for Hollyoaks 30th celebrations and what better way to return than a Laters. 'Warren has been busy since you last saw him, wanting to rebuild his empire and start afresh after the heartbreak with Mercedes. 'We'll be filming a lot on location and they're pulling out all the stops so I'm looking forward to it.' Jorgie Porter added: 'It's really exciting to be a part of Laters, I've been in so many over the years and they're always my favourite - hopefully I get a swear word this time. 'Theresa is scheming with an unlikely business partner and it's fun to see her living life on the edge again. I'm A Celeb's Alan Halsall's co-star ex Tisha Merry reveals stunning new house after 'impossible year' and split 'It's incredible to time my return with the Hollyoaks 30th birthday week too, I couldn't miss it.' The last outing for the series aired in 2020 and saw the grisly end of serial killer Breda McQueen as her own son Sylver stabbed her with a knitting needle as she tried to burn Tony Hutchinson alive.
Daily Mirror
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Tina O'Brien and Jorgie Porter's awkward blunder at top awards in same dress
Coronation Street's Tina O'Brien and Hollyoaks actress Jorgie Porter suffered an awkward blunder at the British Soap Awards. The actresses joined their co-stars on the red carpet for the annual event, which is taking place tonight. Famous faces from across the soap world have come together to honour actors and actresses who've found themselves at the centre of some of the biggest storylines of the past year. This year, categories include Best on-screen Partnership, Best Newcomer, Best Storyline. Best Young Performer. Scene of the Year, Outstanding Achievement Award and the Tony Warren Award. However, Jorgie and Tina suffered a very awkward blunder as they rocked up on the red carpet, wearing the exact same dress. This is a breaking showbiz news story. Join The Mirror's WhatsApp Community or follow us on Google News, Flipboard, Apple News, TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Threads - or visit The Mirror homepage.
