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Daily Mail
02-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Lorraine Stanley reveals wedding plans to her fiance Mark Perez and which EastEnders co-stars are on the guest list as the big day approaches
Lorraine Stanley has shared exciting details about her upcoming wedding to her fiancé Mark Perez - including which EastEnders crew will be joining them for the big day. The beloved soap star, 49, proposed to her long-term partner in 2023 after over a decade together. The couple, who have been together for 12 years, share a nine-year-old daughter, Nancy. In a new interview, Lorraine revealed that her wedding day is just around the corner, with the couple set to tie the knot later this month. Opening up about the upcoming nuptials, she told The Mirror: 'I'm getting married to my partner in a ceremony local to where we live in Hertfordshire. It's going to be low-key.' When it comes to the guest list, Lorraine shared that only one EastEnders castmate will be attending - Danny Walters, who played her on-screen son, Keanu Taylor. She explained: 'I wanted them all to come, but we're just having a small, intimate wedding at a church, then a pub with a tepee and barbecue.' Lorraine also shared a few charming details about the day itself, including her choice of attire. She described her wedding dress as 'modest', adding that Nancy, will be making a special entrance as the flower girl - dressed in a big white gown of her own. Reflecting on why she and Mark decided to finally tie the knot after 12 years together, Lorraine said: 'You know, every couple goes through their ups and downs, but it feels right - we're happy.' It comes a month after Lorraine shared an Instagram photo as she proudly showed off her slimmer frame. The star has undergone a dramatic transformation over the past two years, shedding an impressive 6.5 stone. Posting a snap from an event, Lorraine looked gorgeous in a green and pink print co-ord. Taking to her Instagram story, she also revealed a new milestone in her lifestyle overhaul. She told fans: 'I'm five months sober and still had a good night dancing! #Sobriety.' Lorraine's former co-stars rushed to the comments to praise the actress, with Diane Parish, who plays Denise in EastEnders, writing: 'You look incredible!' Martin Fowler actor James Bye agreed, gushing in the comments: 'Look at you skinny minny xx miss you mate xx' Lorraine has shared pictures with her social media followers along the way - and revealed she now feels better than ever. On Instagram at the time, she said: 'What a difference a year makes. 'Five stone down, feeling good, clean living, healthy choices, new me, healthy mummy.' The actress - who lost 12lbs in her first six weeks on the new diet - frequently praised her pal and fitness guru Louise. She also praises her nutritionist friend who 'clued her up when it came to what she was eating day-to-day'. Her gruelling daily workouts and a well-balanced food regime had a positive impact in Lorraine's life, who said of her journey: 'I'm enjoying it and I feel better for it.' Spilling her diet hacks while chatting to Woman's Own magazine, Lorraine said: 'My mate Louise is my fitness guru. I've got her to thank for it.' The actress recalled: 'I've eaten a lot of boiled eggs, fish, chicken, no carbs, no crisps and no chocolate.'
Daily Mail
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EastEnders star Lorraine Stanley displays five-stone weight loss in a glamorous sequin tulle gown at the Paul Strank Summer Party
Lorraine Stanley displayed her five-stone weight loss in a glamorous sequin tulle gown as she attended the Paul Strank Summer Party. The soap star, 45, who played Karen Taylor in EastEnders from 2017 to 2024, attended the bash with her husband Mark Perez. Lorraine has undergone a body transformation in the last year, shedding five stone in just 12 months. And she showed off her trim figure at the party held at the Royal Garden Hotel in London on Saturday. Lorraine looked stunning in her gown, which featured a sequin bodice and a full tulle skirt. She paired the dress with chunky gold platform heels and a gold metallic clutch bag, as well as diamond drop earrings. Her husband Mark meanwhile looked dapper in a blue marl tailored suit, with a white shirt and light pink satin tie. The annual event raises money for under privileged children and was sponsored by the Theo Paphitis Retail Group. She recently shared new photos of her incredible five stone weight loss as she speaks out on her recent health kick. In the months since she has embarked on a lifestyle change, and this week shared a new Instagram photo as she proudly showed off her slimmer frame. Sharing a snap from a recent event, Lorraine looked gorgeous in a green and pink print co-ord. Taking to her Instagram story, she also revealed a new milestone in her lifestyle overhaul. She told fans: 'I'm five months sober and still had a good night dancing! #Sobriety.' Lorraine's former co-stars rushed to the comments to praise the actress, with Diane Parish, who plays Denise in EastEnders, writing: 'You look incredible!' Martin Fowler actor James Bye agreed, gushing in the comments: 'Look at you skinny minny xx miss you mate xx' Lorraine has shared pictures with her social media followers along the way - and revealed she now feels better than ever. On Instagram at the time, she said: 'What a difference a year makes. 'Five stone down, feeling good, clean living, healthy choices, new me, healthy mummy.' The actress - who lost 12lbs in her first six weeks on the new diet - frequently praised her pal and fitness guru Louise. She also praises her nutritionist friend who 'clued her up when it came to what she was eating day-to-day'. Her gruelling daily workouts and a well-balanced food regime had a positive impact in Lorraine's life, who said of her journey: 'I'm enjoying it and I feel better for it.' Spilling her diet hacks while chatting to Woman's Own magazine, Lorraine said: 'My mate Louise is my fitness guru. I've got her to thank for it.' The actress recalled: 'I've eaten a lot of boiled eggs, fish, chicken, no carbs, no crisps and no chocolate.'
The Irish Sun
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
EastEnders legend's ‘real age' as she celebrates birthday after being axed from soap
THE real age of an EastEnders legend has been revealed as she celebrated her birthday after being axed from soap. The actress first made her debut on the BBC One serial drama in 2017 to much acclaim from viewers. 6 Lorraine Stanley celebrated her 49th birthday with her partner Credit: Instagram/lorraine_stanley_ 6 She celebrated the huge milestone as she posed with Mark Perez Credit: Instagram/lorraine_stanley_ 6 The actress was best-known for her role as Karen Taylor on EastEnders Credit: BBC Her character initially fled to Spain before returning for a number of short stints in 2024 after the death of her on-screen son Keanu ( A year after her last appearance on EastEnders, the star looks happier than ever as she celebrated her 49th birthday with her family. She took to Instagram with a number of snaps as she posed with her partner, Mark Perez, and her daughter Nancy, 10, on the doorstep of her home. READ MORE ON LORRAINE STANLEY The former actress flaunted her She put on a leggy display in the thigh-length summer ensemble which was emblazoned with floral detail as she wore chic white platform sandals. Lorraine captioned the post: " Well hello 49!!! So many exciting things happening this year!! " I feel so lucky. Thank you for all the love." Most read in Soaps In an apparent dig to her days on the soap, she wrote: "I'm the happiest I've been in years!!! " However, her former co-stars and her fans flooded the comments section with well wishes. EastEnders' Lorraine Stanley looks slimmer than ever after dramatic five stone weight loss Kellie Bright - who still stars as Linda Carter on the soap - wrote: "Happy Birthday gorgeous woman." Former I'm A Celebrity campmate While a fan gushed: "Happy birthday princess." As someone else asked: "What's your secret???? You look INCREDIBLE! Happy birthday gorgeous woman xxx" While a fifth person gushed: "Happy Birthday to one of the best." 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 6 She beamed from ear to ear as she posed with her daughter Nancy Credit: Instagram/lorraine_stanley_ 6 Karen Taylor was axed by BBC soap bosses in 2014 Credit: BBC 6 The star looks slimmer than ever after her exit from the serial drama Credit: Instagram
The Sun
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
EastEnders legend's ‘real age' as she celebrates birthday after being axed from soap
THE real age of an EastEnders legend has been revealed as she celebrated her birthday after being axed from soap. The actress first made her debut on the BBC One serial drama in 2017 to much acclaim from viewers. 6 6 Lorraine Stanley played the role of Karen Taylor until last year when bosses decided to axe her character in 2023. Her character initially fled to Spain before returning for a number of short stints in 2024 after the death of her on-screen son Keanu (Danny Walters). A year after her last appearance on EastEnders, the star looks happier than ever as she celebrated her 49th birthday with her family. She took to Instagram with a number of snaps as she posed with her partner, Mark Perez, and her daughter Nancy, 10, on the doorstep of her home. The former actress flaunted her five-stone weight loss as she donned a sleeveless pastel blue dress with flared arm panels. She put on a leggy display in the thigh-length summer ensemble which was emblazoned with floral detail as she wore chic white platform sandals. Lorraine captioned the post: "Well hello 49!!! So many exciting things happening this year!! "I feel so lucky. Thank you for all the love." In an apparent dig to her days on the soap, she wrote: "I'm the happiest I've been in years!!!" However, her former co-stars and her fans flooded the comments section with well wishes. Kellie Bright - who still stars as Linda Carter on the soap - wrote: "Happy Birthday gorgeous woman." Former I'm A Celebrity campmate Danielle Harold simply left a love heart face emoji. While a fan gushed: "Happy birthday princess." While a fifth person gushed: "Happy Birthday to one of the best." 6 6 6
The Sun
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
EastEnders' Lorraine Stanley looks slimmer than ever after dramatic five stone weight loss
EASTENDERS' Lorraine Stanley looks slimmer than ever after undergoing a dramatic five stone weight loss. Lorraine, 48, who recently hit out at fab jab claims, put on a jaw-dropping display in a tie-dye grey dress with her 10-year-old daughter, Nancy. 4 The mother-daughter-duo busted some moves to a song set to slow motion in their kitchen in an Instagram Story. Lorraine, who shares Nancy with her partner Mark Perez, flashed a beaming smile while dancing away with the sprog. The soap star has been putting her new physique on full display in recent times. Just last month, she sported a slimming flower print crop top and trousers combo as she partied the night away at a special bingo event. Underneath the tied top, she donned a skin-tight white vest which only emphasised her tiny waist. For shoes, Lorraine opted for complimentary open-toe leather platform strapped heels for the occasion. Alongside flaunting her physique, the star also opened up on a huge new milestone in her life. She captioned the snap: "5 months sober & still had a good night dancing! #Sobriety." The TV star also told how her changing figure was not down to popular weight loss jabs like Ozempic or Mounjaro. Instead, Lorraine opted for a gastric sleeve operation. EastEnders star Lorraine Stanley stars in very racy new film featuring full-frontal nudity One inquisitive fan on TikTok asked for Lorraine's secret, to which she simply answered back in the comments: "Gastric sleeve." A gastric sleeve is a weight loss procedure that removes a significant portion of the stomach, creating a smaller, sleeve-shaped pouch. The actress was written out of Eastenders in 2023 after seven years on the show in a huge shock to fans. Her character's axing was as part of a shock cast shake-up and her final scenes were aired in December of that year. She went onto reprise her fan-favourite role a number of times in 2024 before her last episode hit BBC screens in June. 4 4 4
