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Coronation Street fans floored over Bernie star's age as she celebrates major birthday
Coronation Street fans floored over Bernie star's age as she celebrates major birthday

Daily Mirror

time3 days ago

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  • Daily Mirror

Coronation Street fans floored over Bernie star's age as she celebrates major birthday

Coronation Street fans have been left in disbelief after discovering the real age of actress Jane Hazlegrove, who plays Bernie Winter on the ITV soap Coronation Street fans were gobsmacked to discover the real age of actress Jane Hazlegrove. ‌ Jane burst onto the scene in 2019 as Bernie Winter, the long-lost mother of Gemma (played by Dolly-Rose Campbell) and Paul (portrayed by Peter Ash), quickly becoming a hit with viewers. ‌ Bernie has been at the centre of some major plots, including the poignant storyline in 2023 where Paul was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND), leading to his tragic death in September 2024 with Bernie at his side. ‌ Additionally, Bernie's world was rocked when her long-lost son Kit Green (Jacob Roberts) made an unexpected appearance last year. Her romantic escapades have also been a hot topic, particularly her beloved relationship with Dev Alahan (Jimmi Harkishin). ‌ Before joining the cobbles, Jane graced our screens in Silent Witness, The Bill, Doctors, and notably as Kathleen 'Dixie' Dixon on BBC's Casualty from 2006 to 2016, reports Leicestershire Live. However, it's her recent birthday that has left fans astounded. Celebrating her 57th birthday on the 17th of July, a fan posted on a Corrie Facebook group: "Happy 57th birthday wishes to Jane have a fantastic day." ‌ The revelation sparked a flurry of compliments from fans, all agreeing that Jane looks absolutely fabulous for her age. Someone else exclaimed: "No way she doesn't look it ." A third surprised fan added: "I thought the same!" In agreement, another commented: "An amazing actress, she looks good for her age doesn't she?". ‌ When she's not gracing the soap world, Jane is blissfully in love with her devoted soap star wife Isobel Middleton. The couple exchanged vows in 2015 and have shared over 28 years together. Isobel, an accomplished actress herself, is no stranger to the small screen. She has portrayed three different characters on Emmerdale throughout the years. She appeared as Dr Lane in 2014, played a barrister during Simon McManus' trial in 2018, and in 2020, she took on the role of Jean Rawson. However, Emmerdale isn't the only soap opera where Isobel has made her mark. She featured as Sadie Banks in BBC's EastEnders back in 2002. Not just confined to television, Isobel also had a role in the 2009 blockbuster Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince.

Who was Ken Brown? Wealthy businessman shot at point blank range on his farm
Who was Ken Brown? Wealthy businessman shot at point blank range on his farm

The Irish Sun

time08-07-2025

  • The Irish Sun

Who was Ken Brown? Wealthy businessman shot at point blank range on his farm

KEN Brown was shot to death in Leicestershire during the summer of 1994. Here we take a look at what happened more than three decades ago in this shocking unsolved murder. 3 Ken Brown was shot at point-blank range on his farm on August 25, 1994 Credit: BBC 3 Despite numerous appeals and a cash reward being offered for information, the crime remains unsolved Credit: YouTube On the evening of August 25, 1994, Ken Brown, then aged 56, was tending to his chickens and geese at his £750,000 rural home located on the edge of Barrow-upon-Soar, Leicestershire. Despite having recently installed extra security measures due to concerns about safety, he was shot at point-blank range outside his isolated farmhouse. Ken was discovered dead in his chicken coop, the victim of a single, close-range gunshot wound. The murder took place at dusk, when he was carrying out his everyday evening routine. read more on true crime The isolated nature of the property and lack of witnesses coming forward made the investigation particularly challenging for police. Recluse Ken's neighbours reportedly said he lived reclusively. Some even believed he had been living in fear before his death, which may have been why he Because of his financial success — the victim co-owned a chain of pubs, restaurants and hotels — possible motives including robbery or a personal vendetta were considered by investigators. Most read in The Sun But there was no immediate proof of theft and the murder weapon was never recovered. The lack of forensic evidence and absence of a clear motive hindered police progress. In The Footsteps Of Killers probes Suzy Lamplugh's murder The case became one of Leicestershire's most notorious unsolved crimes, drawing significant media attention and public interest. Extensive investigation The police investigation was extensive; there were numerous appeals – including one on Crimewatch – and a cash reward was offered for information. In 2004, Det Ch Insp Jim Donaghy said he believed somebody in Barrow could hold clues to unravelling the case. He said: "People do talk, especially if they feel the attention is going off and the police are losing interest. "That will never happen in this case. We constantly review these sorts of inquiries, murders and homicides. 3 Prof David Wilson and Emilia Fox investigate the crime on In the Footsteps of Killers Credit: Channel 4 "So if anyone has any more information I would ask them to come forward, pass that to me and let us be the judge of that and assess." Anyone with information should contact Leicestershire Police or ring Crimestoppers. Despite these efforts, Ken's killers have never been found. In the Footsteps of Killers Series three, episode four of the Channel 4 true crime docuseries investigates the killing of Ken Brown. Presented by Silent Witness star Each episode sees the presenters travel to the scene of a cold case, re-examine evidence, interview witnesses and attempt to uncover new leads using the latest forensic science and criminological research. The episode of In the Footsteps of Killers examining the murder of Ken Brown airs on Channel 4 at 10 pm on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

Who was Ken Brown? Wealthy businessman shot at point blank range on his farm
Who was Ken Brown? Wealthy businessman shot at point blank range on his farm

Scottish Sun

time08-07-2025

  • Scottish Sun

Who was Ken Brown? Wealthy businessman shot at point blank range on his farm

Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) KEN Brown was shot to death in Leicestershire during the summer of 1994. Here we take a look at what happened more than three decades ago in this shocking unsolved murder. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Ken Brown was shot at point-blank range on his farm on August 25, 1994 Credit: BBC 3 Despite numerous appeals and a cash reward being offered for information, the crime remains unsolved Credit: YouTube On the evening of August 25, 1994, Ken Brown, then aged 56, was tending to his chickens and geese at his £750,000 rural home located on the edge of Barrow-upon-Soar, Leicestershire. Despite having recently installed extra security measures due to concerns about safety, he was shot at point-blank range outside his isolated farmhouse. Ken was discovered dead in his chicken coop, the victim of a single, close-range gunshot wound. The murder took place at dusk, when he was carrying out his everyday evening routine. The isolated nature of the property and lack of witnesses coming forward made the investigation particularly challenging for police. Recluse Ken's neighbours reportedly said he lived reclusively. Some even believed he had been living in fear before his death, which may have been why he beefed up his home security system. Because of his financial success — the victim co-owned a chain of pubs, restaurants and hotels — possible motives including robbery or a personal vendetta were considered by investigators. But there was no immediate proof of theft and the murder weapon was never recovered. The lack of forensic evidence and absence of a clear motive hindered police progress. In The Footsteps Of Killers probes Suzy Lamplugh's murder The case became one of Leicestershire's most notorious unsolved crimes, drawing significant media attention and public interest. Extensive investigation The police investigation was extensive; there were numerous appeals – including one on Crimewatch – and a cash reward was offered for information. In 2004, Det Ch Insp Jim Donaghy said he believed somebody in Barrow could hold clues to unravelling the case. He said: "People do talk, especially if they feel the attention is going off and the police are losing interest. "That will never happen in this case. We constantly review these sorts of inquiries, murders and homicides. 3 Prof David Wilson and Emilia Fox investigate the crime on In the Footsteps of Killers Credit: Channel 4 "So if anyone has any more information I would ask them to come forward, pass that to me and let us be the judge of that and assess." Anyone with information should contact Leicestershire Police or ring Crimestoppers. Despite these efforts, Ken's killers have never been found. In the Footsteps of Killers Series three, episode four of the Channel 4 true crime docuseries investigates the killing of Ken Brown. Presented by Silent Witness star Emilia Fox and Professor David Wilson, the programme investigates unsolved British murders, using a hybrid of documentary and drama techniques. Each episode sees the presenters travel to the scene of a cold case, re-examine evidence, interview witnesses and attempt to uncover new leads using the latest forensic science and criminological research. The episode of In the Footsteps of Killers examining the murder of Ken Brown airs on Channel 4 at 10 pm on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

TV tonight: hit show Couples Therapy just keeps getting better
TV tonight: hit show Couples Therapy just keeps getting better

The Guardian

time08-07-2025

  • Entertainment
  • The Guardian

TV tonight: hit show Couples Therapy just keeps getting better

11pm, BBC Two The vulnerability of the clients and the utmost professionalism of Dr Orna (compared to other 'experts' on reality shows) is what makes this therapy show such a hit. This week, though, it's Orna who lets her guard down when one couple quits: 'When patients just get up and leave, I do a lot of self-examination. Should/could I have? It's not easy.' This adds another fascinating new layer, but she's quickly back to helping the other couples get on track. Hollie Richardson 7pm, Channel 5 A second series starts with JLS star turned farmer JB Gill heading to Wales, where he meets a farmer using daffodils to make an unusual medicine. Meanwhile, up north in Barnsley, brothers Rob and Dave Nicholson pick sloes from their farm hedgerows to turn into chocolate. HR 8pm, Channel 5 It's the last visit to Reuben Owen's farm in the Dales for this second series and things get very busy as spring has arrived. That means it's lambing season! So while his partner, Jess, deals with a chaotic number of deliveries, Owen and the rest of the team have to handle a huge order of cropped stones, which need to be hand-finished. HR 10pm, Channel 4 The chicken coop of an isolated Leicestershire farmhouse seems an unlikely setting for murder, but it was here that wealthy businessman Ken Brown was shot dead, at point blank range, one August evening in 1994. Now, Silent Witness star Emilia Fox is following the clues, along with ex-detective Dr Graham Hill and criminologist David Wilson. Ellen E Jones 10pm, BBC Four It's been 30 years since the Bafta-winning documentary series about the breakup of Yugoslavia was released. Film-maker Norma Percy and producer Angus MacQueen tell the extraordinary story of how they made it, ahead of it airing again. HR 10.05pm, ITV2 Jordan Gray's supermarket sitcom with a gender-fluid twist continues. While manager Simon (Nick Frost) has encouraged Olivia (Gray) to be 'as loud and proud as you like', there's grim pushback as transphobic graffiti is discovered in the women's toilets. Tom is given the job of unmasking the culprit. Phil Harrison The Wicker Man (Robin Hardy, 1973), 11.50pm, BBC TwoDon't worry, this isn't the Nicolas Cage one with the bees. This is Robin Hardy's superlative 1973 original, in which Edward Woodward travels to a remote Scottish island full of pagans and slowly comes to learn he's in over his head. A masterpiece of folk horror, brimming with uncomfortable eeriness, The Wicker Man has left a long and impressive legacy. There is more than a fighting chance this was scheduled to capitalise on the popularity of 28 Years Later. If that's the case, it's a very smart move, because the fingerprints of this are all over that. Stuart Heritage

Emmerdale newcomer Jaye Griffiths reveals dangerous character Celia is set to wage war on fan favourite
Emmerdale newcomer Jaye Griffiths reveals dangerous character Celia is set to wage war on fan favourite

The Irish Sun

time30-06-2025

  • Entertainment
  • The Irish Sun

Emmerdale newcomer Jaye Griffiths reveals dangerous character Celia is set to wage war on fan favourite

EMMERDALE'S Kim Tate will need to watch her back, warns legendary TV actress Jaye Griffiths as she prepares to play the soap's new 'super bitch'. Jaye, 61, joins the hit ITV soap tonight as new farmer Celia and it's not long before she is squaring up to the Yorkshire village's female residents. Advertisement 2 Jaye Griffiths makes her Emmerdale debut today as the formidable farmer Celia Credit: ITV 2 The farmer will immediately clash with Moira Dingle - but Kim Tate should watch out too Credit: ITV First to face her scheming and manipulative behaviour is Moira Dingle. Celia turns up at her farmhouse asking to rent two fields. But despite being desperate for cash, Moira turns her down – much to the fury of Celia. But in an exclusive interview today, Jaye admits her character will also have a few run ins with Kim Tate, played by And when it comes to who is the biggest soap super bitch, Jaye reveals Celia will be an even icier character. Advertisement Read more on Emmerdale She told The Sun: 'It's Moira who feels Celia's wrath to start with but let's put it this way Kim and Celia will be having the odd chat! Kim will have a competitor. 'Here we have got two women who don't apologise for taking up space. Celia won't diminish herself to make people feel comfortable and she will never apologise for anything. She is simply out to get exactly she wants and everyone is going to have to watch out!' Explaining why her character will be so bitchy; Jaye added: 'Kim does have some humanity but Celia lacks it completely. Advertisement Most read in Soaps 'There are occasions when Kim recognises her behaviour is out of order whereas Celia never does that. She doesn't realise she is being mean, it's more a case of 'give me what I want'.' She predicts that if Kim and Celia do unite, then it will be a powerful duo. Emmerdale recreates scene from 27 years ago in Kim Tate Christmas bombshell 'It's going to be a strong combination with Kim and Celia,' hinted the actress. 'Most women my age would always stand aside – Celia won't be!' Advertisement Jaye has starred in a string of big BBC dramas, including Silent Witness, Doctors and Casualty, over the years. She also played DI Sally Johnson in The Bill. But it's her new Emmerdale role as the soap super bitch that really excites her. Readily admitting she is a huge fan of actress Claire King; she reveals the two actresses are both feeling excited that they will get to work together in the months to come. 'Claire has been on holiday,' she explained. 'So, we haven't quite started the filming. But we have been messaging each other and we are both looking forward to our scenes together. Advertisement Kim Tate's biggest Emmerdale storylines First appearing in 1989, Kim Tate (Claire King) is an iconic Emmerdale character. Here's a look at some of her biggest storylines over the years. MARRIAGE TO FRANK TATE Kim has been married three times in the soap, but They were an on-screen partnership for almost a decade - including divorcing and remarrying. However, Frank ultimately suffered a fatal heart attack, brought on by Kim's return to the village after being presumed dead. During the marriage, Kim had affairs with Neil Kincaid (Brian Deacon) and Dave Glover (Ian Kelsey). FAKING HER OWN DEATH Kim disappeared from the village in February 1997. A few days later, Frank identified a woman found dead at the wheel of her car as Kim. However, everyone was in for a shock after Kim While she'd fled to the Caribbean, Kim had paid a lookalike prostitute to drive her car around the village to fool people into thinking she was still there. It was, in fact, her body that Frank previously identified. JAMES' KIDNAPPING Kim's business partnership with Lord Alex Oakwell (Rupam Maxwell), resulted in the death of Linda Fowler (Tonicha Jeronimo), in a car crash. As an act of revenge, Linda's mother Jan (Roberta Kerr) kidnapped Kim's son James. DEPARTURE After a decade of causing chaos, Kim left Emmerdale in 1999 as she fled in a helicopter with her son James and £190,000 of Chris Tate's money. LATER MARRIAGES Upon Kim's return in 2018, she was first revealed to be married to Graham Foster (Andrew Scarborough). However, he was later killed off in a whodunnit storyline. She later pursued a relationship with her employee Will Taylor (Dean Andrews) 'I am a fan of Claire's in a mild geeky way and she has been extraordinarily kind. I am so looking forward to our adventures together. 'I'm loving it so far filming my scenes and everyone has been so welcoming on set. Celia is one of the best parts I have ever had because she is so manipulative!' Have YOU got a story or an amazing picture or video? Email and you could even get PAID But it won't just be Emmerdale's female residents who will have to watch out. Paddy Dingle will also get attacked by one of Celia's security dogs in the first few weeks, leaving him hospitalised. Advertisement 'She won't say sorry though,' warned Jaye. 'It's never her fault!' Emmerdale runs every weekday on ITV1 and STV1 at 7.30pm.

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