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Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
All 25 soap spoilers for next week as Emmerdale confirms John police twist
The soaps serve up the big twists next week, as confirmed in our new spoilers, with questions asked, weddings called off and comebacks from the dead. Emmerdale's John Sugden is quizzed about Nate Robinson's murder as the walls close in while, over in Hollyoaks, Clare Devine's comeback gets everyone talking. EastEnders serves up the long-awaited wedding of Kat Slater and Alfie Moon but not everything goes to plan, with the bride-to-be calling off the big day. Will they make it down the aisle? Over in Coronation Street, Lou Michaelis finds herself in danger and Neighbours sees a horror situation unfold for Karl Kennedy amid a deadly storm. That's just for starters! For a first look at the week to come, allow us to take you through all the spoilers we could get our hands on. 1. Elaine is a scorned woman after learning that George helped Cindy with the bar reopening. To make matters worse, Junior drops the bombshell that his dad spent Christmas evening with his mum Sabrina. Believing he's cheating, Elaine meets up with old mate Drew Peacock and makes a huge decision. 2. Kat is convinced that Alfie has turned to adult entertainment after their love life dried up. They eventually realise that it was Tommy watching it, but the drama has cast a shadow over their wedding day. In the heat of the moment, Kat calls the event off. 3. Vicki is shocked to learn that Joel shamed Avani for sleeping with him. She tells Ross about her discovery, and they agree that he needs more positive role models in his life. When Tommy asks Joel for help with his wedding speech, they hope that things will start to look up. 4. Yolande is hurt when Patrick backs out of giving her a massage. She laters opens up to Denise and says she feels that things will never be the same again. After some words of wisdom, Patrick fights for their relationship. 5. John covers when he's questioned about the events of Nate's death, with Cain voicing his concerns that Tracy could be responsible. She's stunned when the police search Tug Ghyll and find Nate's phone in Frankie's playhouse. She points the finger at Cain, and then asks Vanessa to give her an alibi. Will Vanessa lie? 6. Bear speaks to Liam about his insomnia. When he returns, he gives Eve some sweets to keep quiet – but when he leaves, her attention turns to his pill box. When Mandy and Paddy wake from a nap, they're horrified to realise the youngster has got her hands on the drugs. 7. Vinny enlists Kammy's help for a plan to win Gabby back. They sneak into Home Farm to arrange a surprise, with Kammy grabbing Clemme's new phone in the process. Gabby is head over heels to see Vinny's romantic gesture at the scrapyard, while Kammy sets about flogging the device. 8. Jacob learns that Sarah is keeping a colossal secret from Charity – she hasn't told her about her cancer diagnosis, and is furious. Will she eventually open up? 9. It's Pollard's 80th birthday and Kerry pulls out all the stops to ensure it's memorable after his recent health setback. However, when he tells her he's planning on selling the barn, she's taken aback. 10. Kit asks Lou for a DNA test to prove he's Brody's dad. Will she agree? Later, he shops him for stealing from a van, and Brody is quick to report Kit for harassing him. Lisa dismisses the claims, but things quickly go awry when the teen is found unconscious on the ground, clutching a bottle of whiskey. 11. It's Craig's memorial and everyone is full of emotion. When Kit goes missing on the day of the service, Lisa has to step in and make a speech. Carla is concerned about her partner's health, and makes a plan to take her mind off things. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video 12. Lisa begins to sort some old files, with Betsy quickly taking interest. She tells her daughter that they concern her paternity and she can't see them until she's 18, but Betsy continues to snoop. She and Lauren then head to the prison to speak with killer Logan… 13. Millie turns up at No. 11 with an overnight bag and its clear her relationship with Danielle is on the rocks. Left alone with Todd, she drops a huge bombshell. Millie continues to drive a wedge when Theo moves out for the sake of his kids. Will Theo and Todd go the distance? 14. Leanne and Ronnie agree that they're better off as mates, but Toyah soon intervenes and says that she doesn't want to see her sister hurt again. Ronnie asserts that their relationship is platonic, but how will Leanne react? To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video 15. Maria and Lou are at loggerheads, and when the Platts celebrate the rebuilding of their house, another argument escalates during a housewarming barbecue. Maria is convinced that Lou is trying to take the salon takings from Shona's handbag, and when everyone rushes in from the garden, Lou is lifeless on the floor. 16. Sally is shocked to see Tim caring for Shanice and Joanie again, and as they bicker over the situation, the girls become frightened. The couple come to terms with the fact they need to fight for their happiness. 17. Grace is publicly arrested over her role in the exploitation operation and thus faces the wrath of angry villagers. As Nancy goes to strike the villain, Clare Devine emerges from the shadows – much to the horror of everyone! 18. Sienna is taken aback when Grace gives Tori back to her. Clare, meanwhile, is seething to be parted from the child and later accuses Sienna of abduction. 19. Lucas is due to be woken from his coma and Ste confides in Tony that he's worried about how he will be able to support his son given everything he's just been through with Rex. Dillon pays Lucas a visit but is interrupted by Ste, who kicks him out. 20.A letter left behind leads to further heartbreak as unanswered questions linger. 21. Jez swipes a hard drive, which is noticed by Liberty, who crashes his and John Paul's wedding cake tasting session to demand answers. 22. Terese refuses to stay at the penthouse with Chelsea being in the same building, and Paul only makes things worse by agreeing to invest in Chelsea's perfume business. After an ultimatum is dealt, Paul chooses Terese and has a full-circle moment when he moves back into Ramsay Street, following a tearful goodbye with Thomas. More Trending 23. Aaron's pleased to hear Rhett is single again, and even more so when he agrees to a date. However, a love triangle emerges when Colton applies for a job at Eirini Rising, and Aaron has two men fighting for his attention. 24. A storm approaches Erinsborough and the residents are on high alert. As the wild weather ramps up, Susan rushes off to check on the retirement complex, and Darcy is pleased to be alone with Karl. An argument breaks out, and Darcy injects his uncle with a substance that paralyses him. In a comatose state, it's confirmed that Karl has suffered a stroke and Remi believes its due to his opioid 'addiction'. 25. There's trouble for the Rodwells when Byron continues to challenge Sadie over Amanda's will, while Wendy tracks down Andrew's biological sister Gretchen for answers over his family. How will Andrew react? View More » EastEnders airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBC One. Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm on ITV. Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7:30pm on ITV. Hollyoaks streams Mondays to Wednesdays on Channel 4 streaming and airs on E4 at 7pm. Neighbours streams Monday to Thursday from 7am on Amazon Prime . MORE: Another huge Nate discovery is made in Emmerdale that turns everything on its head MORE: All Neighbours spoilers for next week as legend has suspected stroke amid storm MORE: All Coronation Street spoiler videos for next week as unexpected pregnancy is confirmed
Metro
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Emmerdale's Clemmie targeted by unexpected villager - and it's not Joe Tate
Emmerdale's Home Farm hasn't been the most comfortable place for young Clemmie Reed (Mabel Addison) recently – despite it being the most luxurious address in the village. Ever since she saw her mum Dawn Taylor (Olivia Bromley) kissing Joe Tate (Ned Porteous), and Joe threatened her to try and keep her silence, Clemmie has felt uncomfortable and unhappy in Joe's presence. After Billy Fletcher (Jay Kontzle) moved out of the house and the stable family that she'd grown to rely on fell apart, Clemmie was so unhappy that she even tried to run away to the Dingles' house, begging Sam (James Hooton) to let her stay. Instead, Sam brought Joe over and he managed to win Clemmie's trust to a certain extent by talking about his own feelings of being let out when he was a child. She agreed to return to Home Farm. There's still an uneasy atmosphere in the house, however, with tensions still high between Joe and Billy, and Dawn fighting her feelings for the kidney thief despite knowing the terrible things he's done. But when Clemmie's upset when her top-of-the-range new phone vanishes in an upcoming episode, the culprit isn't a resident of Home Farm at all. It's Kammy (Shebz Miah). We first met mechanic Kammy when he stole a quad bike from Butlers Farm, so we know he's got form in the thievery department. Recently he appeared to have settled down to working with Cain (Jeff Hordley) and we haven't heard much from him. When Vinny (Bradley Johnson) forgets the anniversary of his and Gabby Thomas' (Rosie Bentham) first kiss, he's on the naughty step as far as Gabby is concerned. In an attempt to win her round, Vinny enlists Kammy's help to set up a romantic evening for him and Gabby at the scrapyard. More Trending This is not as random, or unromantic, as it sounds because the scrapyard was the venue for that first kiss a year ago. Want to be the first to hear shocking EastEnders spoilers? Who's leaving Coronation Street? The latest gossip from Emmerdale? Join 10,000 soaps fans on Metro's WhatsApp Soaps community and get access to spoiler galleries, must-watch videos, and exclusive interviews. Simply click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! Don't forget to turn on notifications so you can see when we've just dropped the latest spoilers! But setting things up requires Vinny to send Kammy to Home Farm to pick up some essentials. Kammy is over-awed by the splendour of the swankiest address in the Dales, and when he spots Clemmie's brand new phone he can't resist, and grabs it. Later he calls a contact and organises selling the phone. Meanwhile there's mayhem at Home Farm when the phone is found to be missing. Joe Tate, always one to sense an opportunity, wastes no time in pointing the finger at Billy. View More » Will the real culprit be discovered, or is Billy in hot water yet again? MORE: Emmerdale's Ned Porteous confirms 'more to come' for dastardly villain Joe Tate MORE: Emmerdale's Belle joins forces with two unexpected villagers – and shocking scenes follow MORE: TV stars deliver iconic red carpet looks at the British Soap Awards 2025
The Sun
13-05-2025
- Health
- The Sun
‘I'm not who I was', says Chris Kamara as he opens up on brutal health battle, family heartbreak and his future on TV
MUCH-LOVED TV presenter Chris Kamara has become a familiar face on our screens for over 20 years - but his whole world was turned upside down after he received a life-changing diagnosis in 2022. Now the Sky Sports pundit, 67, has spoken in detail about being forced to take a step back from his broadcasting career two years ago after he was diagnosed with apraxia of speech (AOS). 13 13 Apraxia of speech is when a person struggles to speak due to a problem in areas of the brain associated with planned movement. The brain struggles to control the muscles that are used to form words. Stroke is a common cause, but it may also be caused by a head injury, brain tumours, dementia or progressive neurological disorders. It is not clear what the cause is of Chris' condition. In an exclusive interview with The Sun, Chris revealed that he travelled to Mexico for treatment in a bid to help reverse and slow down some of the symptoms associated with the condition, including issues with his balance and coordination, related to his battle with dyspraxia. Although it initially helped, the star admitted it became less effective after three rounds, resulting in him stopping all treatment abroad. Chris had been to the NeuroCytonix clinic in Monterrey. The treatment involved a machine that used radio frequency and magnetic fields to transmit into the body, similar to an MRI. The football pundit, also known as Kammy, has now admitted that his family want him to "stop chasing the old him" and to accept his diagnosis. Chris said: "In so many ways, the diagnosis has changed my life, I am no longer the person I used to be, so I would be lying if I said it hasn't changed me." The TV presenter, who has been on our screen for over two decades, also said he was fearful of losing his job when he was first diagnosed. Chris opened up about how he's coping with his condition - but said he wished he had sought medical attention sooner than he did after waiting for 18 months. Despite having to learn a whole new way of living, Chris does not want his diagnosis to define him or his career and believe he has many more years left on TV after being inundated with job offers. Chris told The Sun: "I had a great career, hopefully I can continue in some capacity now that my voice and speech has improved. In so many ways [it's changed my life] I am no longer the person I used to be, so I would be lying if I said it hasn't changed me. Chris Kamara comforted by Susanna Reid as he breaks down in tears on GMB as he discusses apraxia diagnosis "Of course the old me, as far as my sense of humour and how I converse with people, is still within me, it's just not so easy for me to convey it naturally any more." Chris, who made a surprise return to punditry on Boxing Day last year, said his retirement is not on the cards yet, despite his speech being "unreliable". TV CAREER FEARS The football analyst spent 24 years presenting Soccer Saturday alongside Jeff Stelling but stepped back in 2022 after his diagnosis. Chris said about the future of his TV career: "I am being offered opportunities all the time, so I can't rule it out. "Unfortunately, speech is what is needed for presenting, and mine has become unreliable as far as speed goes. "There has been massive improvements with the clarity of my speech and I no longer struggle to 'find' words, which was a big problem a couple of years ago. "My family constantly remind that I used to speak at '100 miles an hour' anyway, which is quite unusual, so I should relax into speaking more slowly, which I now do." He shared his excitement about his recent TV appearance, saying: "Returning to punditry on Boxing Day, working with Jeff Stelling again was so special, something I didn't envisage ever happening again. "Of course I missed working with him, and on football in particular, but much as I would love to resume or repeat it, I am realistic enough to know it is unlikely to happen again. "I am still very much in demand, which I find remarkable, and have lots of charity work to keep me occupied, so being scared of retiring is not an option for me – I'll keep going as long as I am needed. "It feels like I've had several careers, footballer, football management, TV - highlights are many and they will always stay with me." What is apraxia of speech? Apraxia of speech is a condition which makes talking difficult, with sufferers knowing what they'd like to say, but having trouble communicating their words. The NHS says that the condition can be extremely frustrating for people. They explained: "Frequently the person with apraxia will have difficulties with conversational speech. However they may be good at 'automatic' speech tasks such as counting, swearing, repeating rhymes, greetings and farewell. It's usually caused by damage to the left side of the brain, such as a stroke. The condition does not affect a person's understanding and the symptoms of the condition can vary occurring to the severity of the disorder. The main symptoms are: being able to say a word correctly one minute and then not the next difficulty at the beginning of words greater difficulty with longer words aware of mistakes but unable to correct them speaking slowly being better at 'automatic tasks' such as counting and singing. He admitted the last few years may have put a pause his TV career, but he has now called on his celebrity pals for a new project. Chris said: "Whatever I am involved in, I always give it 100 per cent, that is necessary when working alongside such pros as Jeff Stelling and the old Soccer Saturday gang, Ben Shephard and Rochelle, Steph McGovern – maybe a talk show involving all my old pals would work – are you listening Jonathan Ross?" HEALTH SETBACK 13 13 Despite remaining upbeat and positive, Chris is understandably aware that the condition has completely changed his life. Known for his humour, quick wit and comedy gold one-liners, Chris said it's not only his speech that's been affected. The star said his symptoms can present itself with other physical symptoms that can leave him unsteady on his feet. Opening up about his daily setbacks, Chris said: "Not working as much as I previously did, not being able to exercise as vigorously as I'd like, at the onset I feared working on TV due to not knowing how my voice and speech would be." The star admitted the most terrifying thing is "how quickly his health will deteriorate and the unknown." He told us: "Alongside apraxia, and also thyroid problems which have come to light, I am also battling with dyspraxia which affects my co-ordination and balance. "This can be quite scary, especially since some would say I used to be super fit. "The brain tells me that I am going to fall, and unfortunately I often do, but in certain situations I panic that this will happen when logically it won't but I don't have the confidence to ignore it - resulting in a few nervy minutes." Chris admitted he wished he had gone to his GP for help instead of waiting 18 months before seeking help. FAMILY SUPPORT 13 13 13 The former professional footballer initially didn't tell devoted wife Anne that he was suffering even when she noticed he was having problems with his speech. But he recalled the moment he was told about his diagnosis, as he heartbreakingly said: "I didn't want to be a burden to my family". "I was with my wife when I went to see the neurologist and received my diagnosis," he shared. "I was worried about how my speech and health would decline in the future. "I was devastated, not knowing what would be in store for the future. "It initially started with a slow decline in my strength and balance, with the speech suddenly stumbling and not flowing. "I already knew for too long that something 'not good' was happening with my body, so getting the results was at least an answer to what was going on. "Almost like I knew I wasn't going to be cured overnight. So my biggest concern was for my family. "I didn't want to be a burden to them. This stayed with me for a while and I was totally out of order in this respect. "My family just want to be there for me, as we have always been for one another, nothing has changed." TREATMENT ABROAD 13 Last year, Chris praised friend and GMB presenter Kate Garraway for urging him to seek "experimental therapy" in Mexico. Chris visited on three occasions in a bid to help him get back to his old self, but has now revealed that will be his final session. He said: "I researched treatment for myself in Mexico and have been there three times now but do not intend to continue. "The improvement first time was very noticeable, not quite as much for the second and third time, so I have come to accept that the person I currently am is me going forward. "I am currently on no medication, just gentle exercise and regular speech practice. "My family are happy with me and, judging from the inquires made, I am still in demand and can still put a smile on peoples faces." NO STOPPING CHRIS 13 Chris' work does not end with his TV appearances, he's increasingly become more hands on with his charity work and raising awareness. "I am involved with several charities – in Westminster this week, badgering the Health Care Minister, Stephen Kinnock, regarding funding for speech and language therapy," Chris said. "There are 1.8 million children in the UK suffering with speech defects and currently not enough funds or therapists to help these kids… not to mention the adults. "I have been involved with Marie Curie for many years and more than happy to raise awareness in this way – it was great fun to be out on the streets, with the generous people of Leeds dipping into their pockets to fill buckets for the Marie Curie Great Daffodil Appeal. "Such an amazing job the charity does to help with end of life care, I love it." Chris took to the streets of Leeds as Marie Curie's newest volunteer last month. He helped to kick off the end of life charity's Great Daffodil Appeal, as he raised money for the month-long fundraiser. He has been an ambassador for Marie Curie since 2010, passionately supporting the charity's mission after his mother Irene was cared for by the charity after being diagnosed with breast cancer. Although his diagnosis was something Chris had never envisaged, he is doing his best to remain on top of the situation. He said: "I have come to terms with my condition and feel I am on the mend or at least happy that I can cope with current health situation. "I was most concerned with my speech problems, but my family were more concerned with other symptoms which were bothering me, and still are to some extents. "This would be my balance and coordination – I just have to be careful not to attempt moving suddenly in quick or awkward movements which could result in me losing balance, from which I can no longer recover so easily. "Yes, it was a scary and emotional journey for me, and my family but we took all the advice offered and have all accepted this is the 'new me'. "I'm coping very well at the moment. Strength and balance can still cause problems but speech is much improved since two years ago. "My health has stabilised - or should I say I am no longer waiting for the time I can go back to doing things I used to do. "I have accepted that I will not be running a marathon any time soon and I can cope with that now. "I am in a better place mentally now than I have been since the condition was diagnosed. "I have learned to go with it and accept this new me." Chris wife Anne Kamara and sons Jack and Ben have stood by his side ever since learning of the news. The TV star said his family have urged him to "stop chasing the old me," and saying "they love me as I am". While his therapist shared an important piece of advice with him, which Chris is hoping he can share with others in his situation. He said: " My therapist Daniel McDermid said 'the day you tell everyone about your condition, is the day you will start to heal' - I should have done this much sooner." Chris insisted to other suffering with apraxia: " Talk to people, family friends and professionals... unlike me." NINJA WARRIOR AXE Chris was also keen to touch on ITV game show Ninja Warrior being axed in 2022. It launched on ITV in 2015 and Chris hosted alongside Rochelle Humes and Ben Shepherd until the final series in 2021. It was reported at the time that ITV had been forced to axe Ninja Warrior, as the reboot of Gladiators has smashed it in the ratings. But Chris has now revealed that the show's cancellation had nothing to do with ratings. He said: "I am gutted that there are no plans to resurrect Ninja Warrior – it would be so good to hook up with Ben Shephard and Rochelle Humes again, we had a special thing going on, loving every minute of putting the show together. "Contrary to reports, Ninja Warrior was axed due to high production costs. Such a shame for Ninja Warrior fans."
Daily Mirror
11-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Chris Kamara reveals heartfelt 'apology; to wife after dark period
For Mental Heath Awareness Week Chris Kamara reveals how overcoming his demons has helped him come to terms with his condition It's been three years since Chris Kamara was given a devastating diagnosis that convinced him he would never be allowed to report on live football again. For the much-loved Sky Sports pundit, whose very job requires speaking quickly and clearly, being told he had speech apraxia - a neurological disorder disrupting the transfer of thought from brain to speech, and making it difficult to talk - was his worst nightmare. Now, though, Kammy, as he is affectionately known, says therapy has helped him finally accept and learn to live with his condition without needing further treatment. The 67-year-old, who also returned to TV punditry on Boxing Day last year remembers how the condition crept up on him, triggering a bleak period when he began to think his family would be better off without him. 'I kept thinking, for over 18 months, that it would go away. I just kept thinking one day I'll wake up and I'll be back to the person I was,' says Kammy, 67.' But I have accepted the way I speak now. And that's because of the work on my mental health. 'My therapist told me that the day you accept your condition is the day you will start getting better, and that is what happened. I can be my own worst critic but my speech has improved and I'm fine with how I sound.' But he is full of regret that he did not let his family help him through this period. "They spotted the signs (that I was struggling). I should have talked to my wife Anne, for which I have apologised to her. I didn't tell my wife what was going on. "My family would have supported me rather than somebody I didn't know, Anne, and my sons would have helped me in the first place." The couple has been married for 43 years, and they are parents to Ben, 40, and Jack, 38, as well as grandparents of four - Solomon, seven, Connie, seven, Billie, five and three-year-old Morgan. He knows that confiding in a stranger can be preferable. He says: "I grew up at a time when you didn't talk about your feelings. I lived in a football world where any sort of weakness was frowned upon... men feel they have to be strong all the time. "But you need to talk about things going on inside your it off your chest, it's not like you (come out of a therapy session) feeling cured immediately. But there is a sense of relief - in just talking.' The sportsman says that when he first realised his speech difficulties, he thought he may be suffering from dementia or Alzheimer's. "It was a really tough period" he recalls. "I started feeling really low. I just did not want be a burden to my family but my illness came to fruition just before the Covid lockdown. I had these stupid thoughts.' But when lockdown hit, his son, who lives in Leeds, and his family moved into Kammy and his wife Anne's farm in Wakefield, West Yorkshire. "My other son lives next door, so we were all together. I spent a lot of time with my grandson down with the animals, looking at him enjoying himself in the mud and with the sheep. It made me appreciate what I have, " he reveals. The dark thoughts thankfully dispersed by the time he received his medical diagnosis but adds: "I was totally embarrassed by my apraxia. But once I got over it, which I have now, I realise your voice doesn't define who you are. I'm sorry to anyone who has a speech condition that I felt that way for so long.' For Mental Health Awareness Week, which starts today, Kammy has teamed up with alcohol education charity Drinkaware and Andy's Man Club suicide prevention charity to explore the impact between mid-life men's (aged 45-64) drinking and mental health. Although he has never felt tempted to use booze as an emotional crutch and escape from his struggles, working on the campaign has shown him the impact of drinking on mental health and the vicious cycle people can find themselves trapped in. " A few years ago I discovered I was drinking too much and when I did get my apraxia I did wonder whether my apraxia was brought on by alcohol abuse but it's a brain injury. 'Alcohol can feel like a way out, a coping mechanism. But men need to talk more about their feelings. I grew up as a dinosaur in my thinking - you pull yourself together and get on with it, but I was wrong. We all need support.' Born on Christmas Day 1957 in Middlesbrough to a Sierra Leonean father and English mother, Kammy joined the Navy in his teens at the insistence of his dad, who was a former naval mariner. His Royal Navy career led to him playing for the Navy's football team and that eventually led to a professional football career. He went on to play for teams including Leeds and Middlesbrough, but as one of the very few black players at the time, suffered relentless racist abuse. The vile slurs from the stands never overshadowed his love of the game - and in the mid nineties Kammy became Bradford City's first black manager after previously playing for the team. By 2000, he had given up his pitchside career to be a Sky Sports pundit and quickly became a viewers favourite as part of an entertaining double act with Soccor Saturday host Jeff Stelling. One of Kammy's many highlight s was his now legendary 2010 gaffe when while on the touchline for the Portsmouth v Blackburn game, he failed to spot Portsmouth player Anthony Vanden Borre's sending off. When Jeff asked Kammy who was given the red card, Kammy replied, "I don't know Jeff! Has there been? I must've missed that." , then stared down at the pitch, none the wiser. Jeff and the pundits back in the Sky studio were in hysterics as was the viewing public - and Kammy shot to fame. He says: 'I always think back to that day. I had done lots of TV before then, but that took me to a different sphere in terms of the shows that I was doing after I did that. 'I know most people would have tried to blag it but if I had pretended I knew about the red card - I might not have had the career I had! 'That one gaffe brought me notoriety across the world. I was reprimanded by the producer for that but the next day he called me and told me he had all these sports channels from China, America, all over the world, all wanting to speak to me about missing the red card! ' He has since gone on to co-host ITV game show Ninja Warrior as well as making appearances on multiple shows, and played himself on acclaimed Apple TV+ series, Ted Lasso. In 2023, the sportsman was awarded an MBE for services to football, charity and anti-racism. This year, the former Bradford player has been recruiting fans to perform as a choir as part of this year's UK City of Culture celebrations. The choir's progress is documented on BBC Sounds programme Bantam of the Opera. Working alongside opera singer Lesley Garret he says he is leaving the " Soprano bits to her. " - although he is no stranger to singing, having released two Christmas albums. "Singing helps with the fluency of getting the flow back in my voice, so it's beneficial as fun as enjoyable," he says. To help rekindle some of the fluency in his elocutio, on the recommendation of Good Morning Britain host Kate Garraway, Kammy embarked on revolutionary treatments in Mexico: "I went three times, and there has been an improvement every time, but my family doesn't want me to go again. Kammy is actually now more in demand on TV since his diagnosis, but he says it's not his apraxia that's holding him back: "Would you believe it, I'm getting offers all the time! 'I'd love to do I'm A Celeb, but I wouldn't be able to do the tasks. I also have dyspraxia, which affects physical coordination. I can walk but my balance is very difficult. If anything knocked me, I'd fall. I'd hate not being able to do the trials, so I would have to say no to that." He adds: "I have had an amazing career - it really has been unbelievable! "he chuckles. " But what I'm most grateful for is my family." Chris Kamara is supporting Drinkaware's ''Its okay to talk about drinking' campaign, along with Andy's Man Club . Find out more at or
The Sun
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Emmerdale teen drops huge baby bombshell
Henna Sharma, TV Reporter Published: Invalid Date, AN EMMERDALE teen is set to rock the village to its core by dropping a massive baby bombshell that leaves one local totally floored. The youngster reveals their surprise revelation - leaving viewers jaws on the floor. 4 4 Emmerdale's Sarah Sugden (Katie Hill) has been caught in a love triangle between Jacob Gallagher (Joe-Warren Plant) and Kammy (Shebz Miah). Torn between who to choose, Sarah realised she didn't want either of them, and just wanted to be a mum. Monday's episode of the ITV soap saw Sarah open up to Vanessa Woodfield (Michelle Hardwick) about her plans. A stunned Vanessa asked: "A baby? Where's all this come from?" Sarah replied: "When I was choosing between Jacob and Kammy. "I knew something was missing and then seeing Jacob yesterday it made me realise it wasn't anything to do with either of them. "I just want to be a mum." Sarah continued: "With IVF you don't even need anyone else involved, except a donor. "My chances of getting pregnant naturally are next to zero thanks to one thing and another. "So, I'm hoping it's an option because with my condition I don't have the luxury of time. Shock Emmerdale engagement stuns the village as couple take huge next step "So, if I want to be a mum I need to make it happen now. Sarah inability to have children stems from her health struggles, specifically her diagnosis with Fanconi anaemia and subsequent heart failure. The genetic disease, revealed in 2011, required a bone marrow transplant, and later she was diagnosed with throat cancer and heart failure. These health issues, particularly the heart transplant and the potential complications of her underlying condition, make it medically difficult for her to conceive. 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. She also grapples with the fear of not having as long a lifespan as others, which further complicates her desire for motherhood. Sarah begged Vanessa not to tell anyone about her plans to have a baby. How will the rest of the village feel about Sarah's decision? Emmerdale airs weekdays at 7:30pm on ITV1 or stream from 7am on ITVX. 4 4
