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Scottish Sun
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Coronation Street and Emmerdale humiliated at British Soap Awards as rival soap wins EIGHT gongs
The return of an iconic character ensured the win for this year's Best Soap gong washed up Coronation Street and Emmerdale humiliated at British Soap Awards as rival soap wins EIGHT gongs CORONATION Street were brutally snubbed at the 2025 British Soap Awards as they failed to pick up any of the previously announced awards at this year's ceremony. The annual soap event made a return this year after ITV mysteriously axed the contest in 2024 as Jane McDonald returned for her second year as host of the event. Advertisement 5 Coronation Street lost out at the Soap Awards but star Tina O'Brien still dazzled Credit: WireImage 5 Despite Emmerdale's loss, Mandy Dingle actress Lisa Riley was beaming Credit: PA Wire 5 EastEnders picked up Best Soap thanks to Anita Dobson's return as Angie Credit: Shutterstock But it was bad news for Coronation Street as the programme suffered a devastating loss after managing to bag just the specially curated Outstanding Achievement Award which went to Roy Cropper star David Neilson. The show failed to secure wins in any of the main panel or viewer-voted categories amid ITV's ongoing cash crisis and the mass cast exodus at the soap over the past six months. Its ITV counterpart Emmerdale also faced a crushing blow ahead of the impending ITV schedule changes which will see 30 minutes worth of each programme cut a week from January 2026. BBC rival EastEnders swept the board after collecting a total of eight gongs in its 40th anniversary year - more than double its nearest rival, Channel 4's Hollyoaks who got three awards. Advertisement EastEnders was awarded Best Soap after its huge live episode and anniversary week which saw Anita Dobson return as Angie Watts and Martin Fowler killed off in the arms of his love, Stacey. It was certainly not the only award that they picked up with actress Lacey Turner receiving the trophy for Best Leading Performer ahead of her impending exit from the show. The 40th anniversary also managed to clutch the Scene of the Year thanks to Angie's shock return. Steve McFadden a won a trophy for Best Dramatic Performance as Phil Mitchell but did not attend the ceremony with Angela Wynter and Rudolph Walker also receiving prizes as Patrick and Yolande - beating Corrie fan favourites Lisa Swain and Carla Connor, affectionately known as Swarla, to the Best On-Screen Partnership award. Advertisement The Walford based soap also collected the Comedy Performance gongs and Villain of the Year. In a major blow to Coronation Street, only David Neilson picked up the Outstanding Achievement Award as Roy Cropper which was presented to him by by his on-screen wife Julie Hesmondhalgh. Emmerdale shock return as Aaron's wedding to serial killer is gatecrashed by ex Hollyoaks managed to win three awards with Isabelle Smith winning as Best Newcomer with The Osbourne family taking home Best Family and the sibling sexual abuse storyline being named Best Storyline. Emmerdale managed just two awards with Amelia Flanagan beating her Corrie star brother Will to the Best Young Performer prize. Advertisement Mike Plant, one of the show's camera operators, picked up the prestigious off-screen Tony Warren Award accolade for his contributions to the soap behind the scenes. British Soap Awards 2025: Winners List Here's who took home trophys at the 2025 British Soap Awards Best Single Episode - Eastenders: Phil's Psychosis: The Mitchells In 1985 Best Young Performer - Emmerdale Scene Of The Year - Eastenders: Angie Watts' Shock Return Best Newcomer - Hollyoaks: Isabelle Smith as Frankie Osborne Villain Of The Year - Eastenders: Navin Chowdhry as Nish Panesar Best Family - Hollyoaks: The Osbornes Best Dramatic Performance - Eastenders: Steve McFadden as Phil Mitchell Best On-Screen Partnership - Eastenders: Rudolph Walker & Angela Wynter as Patrick & Yolande Trueman Outstanding Achievement Award - Coronation Street: David Neilson Best Comedy Performance - Eastenders: Patsy Palmer as Bianca Jackson The Tony Warren Award - Emmerdale: Mike Plant Best Storyline - Hollyoaks: Sibling Sexual Abuse Best Leading Performer - Eastenders: Lacey Turner as Stacey Slater Best British Soap - Eastenders ITV's crushing defeats come amid a period of unrest backstage at the shows. Both Corrie and Emmerdale have lost a number of stars over the past 12 months amid cuts at the channel. In particular, Coronation Street has faced increasing criticism of its far-fetched storylines and dwindling viewer interest in many of its plots. Advertisement Fans will be able to see all the reaction from the ceremony held at the Hackney Empire during the broadcast of the ceremony this Thursday evening on ITV. 5 Roy Cropper star David Neilson picked up the Outstanding Achievement Award Credit: Getty
The Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Sydney Sweeney turning her bathwater into SOAP after fans demanded she sell it
ACTRESS Sydney Sweeney's cleaning up by turning her used bathwater into limited edition bars of soap. Sydney, 27, created her Bathwater Bliss with Dr. Squatch, who made 5,000 bars that come with a certificate saying they come from the water she bathed in. 6 6 She said: "When fans start asking for your bathwater, either ignore it or turn it into a soap. "It's weird in the best way." The stunning Anyone But You star became an ambassador for the brand in October last year, leaving fans hot under the collar by selling body wash while sitting in a bubble bath. In the innuendo-filled ad, Sydney swooned to the camera: "'Hello you dirty little boys, are you interested in my body... wash?" "Well you can't have it, because this isn't for boys. It's for men. This is Dr. Squatch Natural Body Wash with long lasting, natural aromas like wood barrel bourbon, pine tar, coconut castaway, and fresh falls." She's then seen smelling the body wash and gasping in delight – with fans of both her and the soap brand branding the ad "genius". The new Bathwater Bliss soap bar is described as "the ultimate blend of outdoor serenity with refreshing notes of pine, douglas fir, earthy moss, and a touch of Sydney's Bathwater Bliss". The new ad comes as Sydney films the third - and potentially last – series of Euphoria. The explicit teen drama, which follows recovering drug addict Rue (Zendaya) as she navigates school life and relationships while narrating the lives of her school mates, has become known for its dark storytelling. Sydney shot to fame in the series as Cassie, a popular girl with painfully low self-esteem who starts an abusive relationship with her best friend's ex, the violent and uncaring Nate (played by Jacob Elordi). Sydney Sweeney stuns as she strips down to bikini for sizzling underwater snaps after cancelling wedding Despite the success of the series, by the time season three is released there will have been a four-year wait for new episodes, thanks to the massive success of its cast in other projects, the death of star Angus Cloud, and the 2023 writers and actors' strikes. As a result, writer Sam Levinson has placed a time jump, launching the troubled teenage group into adulthood. Sydney has since sparked rumours that, despite their physically and mentally abusive relationship, her character Cassie is set to marry Nate, with the actress being spotted in a wedding gown on set. 6 6 6
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
'Cheers' co-stars pay tribute to George Wendt following his death at 76
George Wendt 's "Cheers" co-stars and Hollywood celebrities are sharing heartfelt tributes following his death at age 76. Wendt's family confirmed the news Tuesday morning, announcing that the actor died peacefully in his sleep at home, according to a statement shared by his representative with ABC News. "George was a doting family man, a well-loved friend and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him," the statement read. "He will be missed forever." Wendt was best known for his iconic role as Norm Peterson on the classic sitcom "Cheers," appearing in all 275 episodes from the show's premiere in 1982 to its finale in 1993. His beloved performance earned him six Emmy nominations and solidified his place in television history. Before his breakout role on "Cheers," Wendt also appeared in several notable TV shows, including "M*A*S*H," "Taxi" and "Soap." Calling Wendt "my friend," "Cheers" co-star John Ratzenberger shared a statement with ABC News expressing his heartbreak over the loss. "For eleven years on 'Cheers,' we shared a stage, a lot of laughs, and a front-row seat to one of television's most beloved friendships," the statement read. "George brought Norm to life with a subtle brilliance — the kind that made it look easy. That was his gift." Ratzenberger described Wendt as "a true craftsman — humble, hilarious, and full of heart," adding: "What you saw on screen was exactly who he was off screen with impeccable comedic timing and a deep loyalty to those he loved." "I'll miss our conversations and the quiet moments of friendship that meant the most," the statement added. "My thoughts are with his wife Bernadette, their children, and everyone who loved him.' Ted Danson, who played Sam Malone on "Cheers," also shared a moving tribute in his statement to ABC News. "I am devastated to hear that Georgie is no longer with us," the statement read. "I am sending all my love to Bernadette and the children. It is going to take me a long time to get used to this. I love you, Georgie." Another "Cheers" co-star, Rhea Perlman, told ABC News in a statement that Wendt "was the sweetest, kindest man I ever met." "It was impossible not to like him," she continued. "As Carla, I was often standing next to him, as Norm always took the same seat at the end of the bar, which made it easy to grab him and beat the crap out of him at least once a week. I loved doing it and he loved pretending it didn't hurt. What a guy! I'll miss him more than words can say." More tributes from Hollywood stars Comedian and actor Jeff Ross posted a group selfie with Wendt on Instagram. "I was lucky enough to spend some quality time talking with George Wendt a year ago at @bigslickkc annual event benefiting Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City," Ross wrote in the caption. "He wasn't feeling his best, but he still rose to the occasion and made thousands of people laugh a lot for a great cause. He performed a hilarious 'Da Bears' sketch with @jasonsudeikis @killatrav @patrickmahomes written by the wonderful @robertsmigiel 🍺Cheers George — and wherever you are I know everybody knows your name." Melissa Joan Hart also paid tribute on Instagram, sharing a throwback photo of her and Wendt from their time on "Sabrina the Teenage Witch." "Heaven just got a little funnier with #GeorgeWendt," she wrote in the caption. "It was a thrill to work beside him on #SabrinatheTeenageWitch for a handful of episodes. I was a big #Cheers fan and knew I was among one of the best when he was on set." She continued, "He was warm, professional and kind and our cast and crew were gifted with his presence every time. Rest in peace! #GodBlesstheFunnyPeople." Actor Eric Allan Kramer reflected on meeting Wendt while filming "Cheers." "One of the warmest, funniest guys I've ever come across," he wrote in his Instagram caption. "Welcoming as the star he was, incredibly giving as an actor in rehearsal (and when the cameras were rolling)… Also the first one to make sure I had a beer in my hand at the end of the night." "We shared a history of work with the Calgary Stampeders and exchanged many stories over the week.. 'Cheers,' indeed," he added. "Many thanks for the laughs and the education… RIP."
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Comic actor George Wendt, 'Cheers' barfly named Norm, dead at 76
By Steve Gorman (Reuters) - Comic actor George Wendt, best known for his Emmy-nominated supporting role as the beer-bellied barfly Norm on the long-running hit NBC television sitcom "Cheers," died on Tuesday in Los Angeles. He was 76. The passing of the Chicago-born performer was announced in a statement from his publicist, Melissa Nathan, who said his family confirmed that he died peacefully in his sleep in the early morning at home. No other details about the circumstances or cause of his death were given. "George was a doting family man, a well-loved friend and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him," the statement said. "He will be missed forever." Wendt got his showbiz start in the Second City improvisational comedy troupe of his native Chicago in the 1970s and went on to appear in small roles in various prime-time TV series during the 1980s, including "M*A*S*H," "Taxi," and "Soap." He landed his first gig as a TV series regular in 1982 on the short-lived CBS comedy "Making the Grade," which lasted just six episodes before it was canceled. But he was most famous for his signature role as the beer-quaffing accountant Norm Peterson - as amiable as he was portly - during the entire run of "Cheers," which aired in U.S. prime time from 1982 to 1993. Set in a fictional Boston neighborhood bar "where everybody knows your name," the series launched the careers of such stars as Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson, and spun off another long-running NBC sitcom, "Frasier," starring Kelsey Grammer. Norm was often the good-natured comic foil of his bar-stool companion and drinking buddy, the know-it-all mailman Cliff, played by John Ratzenberger. The Norm character earned Wendt six consecutive Emmy Award nominations. Just months before the show ended its run, Wendt and Ratzenberger sued the show's producer, Paramount Pictures, challenging a licensing deal that sought to market their likenesses as a pair of chatty life-size robots in a chain of "Cheers"-like airport bars. The case, pitting intellectual property rights claimed by the studio against the actors' rights to exclusive control over use of their own likenesses for profit, bounced through the federal court system for years before being denied a hearing by the U.S. Supreme Court in 2000. The case ultimately was settled for undisclosed terms. The popularity of the Norm character helped fuel Wendt's career for decades to come, as he appeared in dozens of supporting roles or guest spots in film and TV shows, mostly comedies, sometimes as himself or reprising his Norm character. Among the most memorable of his off-"Cheers" body of work were eight appearances as a Chicago sports superfan in a recurring sketch on "Saturday Night Live," employing a spot-on South Side accent to humorous effect.
Hindustan Times
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Comic actor George Wendt, 'Cheers' barfly named Norm, dead at 76
* Career began with Second City comedy troupe * Legal battle over likeness rights settled in 2000 * Wendt's 'SNL' role showcased his comedic versatility May 20 - Comic actor George Wendt, best known for his Emmy-nominated supporting role as the beer-bellied barfly Norm on the long-running hit NBC television sitcom "Cheers," died on Tuesday in Los Angeles. He was 76. The passing of the Chicago-born performer was announced in a statement from his publicist, Melissa Nathan, who said his family confirmed that he died peacefully in his sleep in the early morning at home. No other details about the circumstances or cause of his death were given. "George was a doting family man, a well-loved friend and confidant to all of those lucky enough to have known him," the statement said. "He will be missed forever." Wendt got his showbiz start in the Second City improvisational comedy troupe of his native Chicago in the 1970s and went on to appear in small roles in various prime-time TV series during the 1980s, including "M*A*S*H," "Taxi," and "Soap." He landed his first gig as a TV series regular in 1982 on the short-lived CBS comedy "Making the Grade," which lasted just six episodes before it was canceled. But he was most famous for his signature role as the beer-quaffing accountant Norm Peterson - as amiable as he was portly - during the entire run of "Cheers," which aired in U.S. prime time from 1982 to 1993. Set in a fictional Boston neighborhood bar "where everybody knows your name," the series launched the careers of such stars as Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson, and spun off another long-running NBC sitcom, "Frasier," starring Kelsey Grammer. Norm was often the good-natured comic foil of his bar-stool companion and drinking buddy, the know-it-all mailman Cliff, played by John Ratzenberger. The Norm character earned Wendt six consecutive Emmy Award nominations. Just months before the show ended its run, Wendt and Ratzenberger sued the show's producer, Paramount Pictures, challenging a licensing deal that sought to market their likenesses as a pair of chatty life-size robots in a chain of "Cheers"-like airport bars. The case, pitting intellectual property rights claimed by the studio against the actors' rights to exclusive control over use of their own likenesses for profit, bounced through the federal court system for years before being denied a hearing by the U.S. Supreme Court in 2000. The case ultimately was settled for undisclosed terms. The popularity of the Norm character helped fuel Wendt's career for decades to come, as he appeared in dozens of supporting roles or guest spots in film and TV shows, mostly comedies, sometimes as himself or reprising his Norm character. Among the most memorable of his off-"Cheers" body of work were eight appearances as a Chicago sports superfan in a recurring sketch on "Saturday Night Live," employing a spot-on South Side accent to humorous effect.
