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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
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EastEnders' Natalie Cassidy claims huge pop star used to BULLY her at school and reveals awkward confrontation
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Former EastEnders star NATALIE CASSIDY has claimed that Paloma Faith used to BULLY her at school. Actress Natalie, 42, who played Sonia Fowler on the BBC1 soap, made the shock confession about popstar Paloma, 43, who grew up in the same area of East London as Natalie, on her podcast Life With Nat. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Natalie claimed a huge pop star used to bully her at school Credit: Shutterstock 3 She told how Paloma has since apologised for her actions Credit: Getty 3 Natalie quit as EastEnders' Sonia Fowler earlier this year Credit: BBC She revealed: 'Paloma Faith, she bullied me at school. She went to Islington Green and was in the year above me. We've spoken about it and she has said sorry about that. Gutted.' Indeed, the pair both used to attend the same secondary school, now called the City of London Academy Islington. However, the Make Your Own Kind of Music hitmaker had a VERY different experience to Natalie at school, describing it as 'one of the best periods of my life'. She said: 'I had a really amazing experience. People were always criticising it but the teachers were just so brilliant. "It was really creative, with really great art, music and dance departments. I really enjoyed it.' We have reached out to Paloma Faith's representative for a comment. Natalie - who quit as EastEnders' Sonia Fowler in January more than three decades after her first appearance - recently suffered a huge blow. It was confirmed earlier this month that the BBC wouldn't be re-commissioning her podcast with Joanna Page. A spokesperson told The Sun: "What started as a six month project turned into more than a year of joyous TV chatter, and over 80 heart-warming episodes. "Thank you to Nat and Jo for their warm recommendations and insider analysis, and to the whole team for keeping listeners in the loop with what to watch. EastEnders' Natalie Cassidy drops biggest hint yet about when Sonia Fowler will return after shock exit from soap "We look forward to working with Nat and Jo again soon!" But it's not all bad news as Natalie has landed her own show with the broadcaster, titled Learning To Care. It will follow the actress as she fulfils her longtime ambition of wanting to train as carer.
Scottish Sun
01-05-2025
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- Scottish Sun
EastEnders Natalie Cassidy rushes to nephew's aid in hospital after he dramatically collapsed and ‘woke up in body bag'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) EASTENDERS favourite Natalie Cassidy was on hand to rush to her nephew's aid after he collapsed following the London Marathon - and ended up in a "body bag." The BBC One show star - who recently quit the long-running soap - was putting her spare time to good use as she proved Dom Cassidy's biggest cheerleader. 6 EastEnders star Natalie Cassidy told how she rushed to her nephew's aid in hospital after he dramatically collapsed Credit: Instagram/@natcass1 6 Dom Cassidy said half a mile from the finish his eyes 'rolled into the back of my head' Credit: Instagram/@natcass1 6 Natalie recently quit her role as EastEnders' Sonia Fowler Credit: BBC Natalie's relative completed his epic feat in the UK heat in less than four hours. Yet things quickly turned and, at mile 23, he told how he started to "feel my eyes go a little bit" before his knee went at mile 24. He told the Sonia Fowler actress's podcast, Life With Nat, of his ordeal. He said: "I don't know how far out maybe around half a mile I remember my eyes rolled back to my head and I pretty much collapsed on someone next to me. "The last thing I can remember I just said I need to finish this race. "Then I woke up in a body bag full of ice in the emergency tents at the marathon. "That's it, the doctor was there." Dom then told how he was unable to remember his name or date of birth in in the emergency tent. He was then in a "delirious" state after being whisked to Harlow Hospital. On her Instagram page, Natalie, 41, told how she was on hand to deliver nine chicken nuggets and a Big Mac. Sonia Fowler's EastEnders exit revealed as dad Terry Cant makes shock arrival She uploaded a snap showing them in the medical ward, with drips attached to Dom's arm. In her caption, she wrote: "Meet my nephew Dom. He ran the marathon for the first time last Sunday. "He did it in 3 hours and 56 minutes and he loved every bit of it. Well almost. He ended up in hospital. This was us Sunday night about half 10 after I'd delivered him a Big Mac and Coke." She added: "His gorgeous wife Annalisa and two beautiful children are shining with pride. His sisters @natsnieces are so so proud and his mum @linnycass called you her hero. EastEnders stars who QUIT MICHELLE Collins has seen her second EastEnders stint boost her bank balance. Yet what stars have quit this year? The Sun exclusively reported how Michelle, 62, was down to £20,000 in her company accounts when she agreed to a shock back-from-the-dead return to Albert Square last year. Her character, Cindy Beale, was presumed dead off-camera in 1998. Yet what about the 2024 exits? Earlier this summer, loyal soap fans appeared to note how Stevie Mitchell had "quit" the long-running series. It came after Alan Ford enjoyed just six-months on-screen. Bobby Beale actor Clay Milner Russell also left this year after five years in Walford. Fans also feared Martin Fowler actor James Bye would "quit out of boredom" over recent storylines. Additionally, a host of stars have quit the BBC soap for Hollywood fame. One of the most successful stars to come from the BBC One soap is Rob Kazinsky. He played Stacey Slater's brother Sean Slater from 2006 to 2009, he has starred in Hollywood blockbusters Pacific Rim and Captain Marvel. Ben Hardy, who quit EastEnders as Bobby Beale almost a decade ago, went on to break Hollywood the following year, when he starred as Archangel in X-Men: Apocalypse. Since then, he has played Roger Taylor in Queen biopic Bohemian Rhapsody, and he starred in Michael Bay's Netflix movie 6 Underground. Michelle Ryan played Zoe Slater until 2005. She starred as the lead in short-lived American series Bionic Woman from 2007 to 2008. "Smashed it. But take it easy next time geez. Come and do it next year at my pace." Natalie has completed two marathons, back in 2019 and 2023. For her first feat, she tackled the gruelling course in when raising money in late soap co-star Barbara Windsor's name. Their Barbara's Revolutionaries team raised more than £100,000 for Alzheimer's charities at the time, after the Peggy Mitchell legend was diagnosed with the disease. Meanwhile, Natalie told EastEnders bosses of her decision to leave the hit BBC One soap last summer. She recently told how a huge scene was cut from her exit. 6 Dom was unable to remember his name after passing out Credit: Instagram/@natcass1 6 Natalie was on hand to provide him with a McDonalds feast Credit: Supplied
The Irish Sun
01-05-2025
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- The Irish Sun
EastEnders Natalie Cassidy rushes to nephew's aid in hospital after he dramatically collapsed and ‘woke up in body bag'
EASTENDERS favourite Natalie Cassidy was on hand to rush to her nephew's aid after he collapsed following the London Marathon - and ended up in a "body bag." The BBC One show star - who recently 6 EastEnders star Natalie Cassidy told how she rushed to her nephew's aid in hospital after he dramatically collapsed Credit: Instagram/@natcass1 6 Dom Cassidy said half a mile from the finish his eyes 'rolled into the back of my head' Credit: Instagram/@natcass1 6 Natalie recently quit her role as EastEnders' Sonia Fowler Credit: BBC Natalie's relative completed his epic feat in the UK heat in less than four hours. Yet things quickly turned and, at mile 23, he told how he started to "feel my eyes go a little bit" before his knee went at mile 24. He told the Sonia Fowler actress's podcast, Life With Nat, of his ordeal. He said: "I don't know how far out maybe around half a mile I remember my eyes rolled back to my head and I pretty much collapsed on someone next to me. raed more natalie cassidy "The last thing I can remember I just said I need to finish this race. "Then I woke up in a body bag full of ice in the emergency tents at the marathon. "That's it, the doctor was there." Dom then told how he was unable to remember his name or date of birth in in the emergency tent. Most read in Celebrity He was then in a "delirious" state after being whisked to Harlow Hospital. On her Instagram page, Natalie, 41, told how she was on hand to deliver nine chicken nuggets and a Big Mac. Sonia Fowler's EastEnders exit revealed as dad Terry Cant makes shock arrival She uploaded a snap showing them in the medical ward, with drips attached to Dom's arm. In her caption, she wrote: "Meet my nephew Dom. He ran the marathon for the first time last Sunday. "He did it in 3 hours and 56 minutes and he loved every bit of it. Well almost. He ended up in hospital. This was us Sunday night about half 10 after I'd delivered him a Big Mac and Coke." She added: "His gorgeous wife Annalisa and two beautiful children are shining with pride. His sisters @natsnieces are so so proud and his mum @linnycass called you her hero. EastEnders stars who QUIT MICHELLE Collins has seen her second EastEnders stint boost her bank balance. Yet what stars have quit this year? The Sun exclusively reported how Michelle, 62, was down to £20,000 in her company accounts when she agreed to a Her character, Cindy Beale, was presumed dead off-camera in 1998. Yet what about the 2024 exits? Earlier this summer, loyal soap fans appeared to note how It came after Alan Ford enjoyed just six-months on-screen. Fans also Additionally, a host of stars have One of the most successful stars to come from the BBC One soap is Rob Kazinsky. He played Stacey Slater's brother Sean Slater from 2006 to 2009, he has starred in Hollywood blockbusters Pacific Rim and Ben Hardy, who quit EastEnders as Bobby Beale almost a decade ago, went on to break Hollywood the following year, when he starred as Archangel in X-Men: Apocalypse. Since then, he has played Roger Taylor in Queen biopic Michelle Ryan played Zoe Slater until 2005. She starred as the lead in short-lived American series Bionic Woman from 2007 to 2008. "Smashed it. But take it easy next time geez. Come and do it next year at my pace." Natalie has For her first feat, she tackled the gruelling course in when raising money in late soap co-star Their team raised more than £100,000 for Alzheimer's charities at the time, after the Peggy Mitchell legend was diagnosed with the disease. Meanwhile, Natalie told EastEnders bosses of her decision to leave the hit BBC One soap last summer . She recently told how 6 Dom was unable to remember his name after passing out Credit: Instagram/@natcass1 6 Natalie was on hand to provide him with a McDonalds feast Credit: Supplied 6 She told soap bosses of her decision to quit last year Credit: BBC
Scottish Sun
30-04-2025
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- Scottish Sun
EastEnders' Natalie Cassidy lands brand new show with BBC after quitting soap – and it's worlds away from Walford
Keep scrolling to find out more about Natalie's latest project new journey EastEnders' Natalie Cassidy lands brand new show with BBC after quitting soap – and it's worlds away from Walford EASTENDERS legend Natalie Cassidy has landed a brand new BBC show following her soap exit - and it's worlds away from Walford. Natalie, 41, bowed out as Sonia Fowler in poignant scenes aired earlier this month. Advertisement 4 Natalie Cassidy has landed a brand new show with the BBC Credit: PA 4 She bowed out as EastEnders' Sonia Fowler earlier this month Credit: BBC 4 It marks Natalie's latest project away from Albert Square Credit: Getty BBC Daytime have commissioned a new series - under the working title Natalie Cassidy Learning to Care - for BBC One and iPlayer. The actress will fulfil her longtime ambition of wanting to train as carer. This means enrolling at one of the UK's top Health & Social Care colleges - alongside the next generation of carers. In recent years, Natalie has cared for family members and volunteered in local groups. Advertisement The show follows her journey across classroom to community care services - as she's there for life's toughest moments. While to fully make things official, the actress will have to pass her final exam. Natalie said: 'I'm thrilled to be embarking on a new adventure with BBC Daytime. "In a series exploring social care, I will be going back to college and learning for the first time since leaving school at 16. Advertisement "Caring has always been a huge part of my life, from watching my mum care for my nan, to being a mother to caring for my dad, this series is close to my heart and I can't wait for you to see it.' Muslim Alim, Commissioning Editor for BBC Daytime commented: "We are thrilled to be working with Natalie Cassidy on this exciting new series. EastEnders' Natalie Cassidy drops biggest hint yet about when Sonia Fowler will return after shock exit from soap "Audiences know and love Natalie for her humour, honesty and heart — and now they'll see her in a whole new light as she throws herself into the world of care, not as a celebrity, but as a student carer learning from the ground up. "Natalie's personal experiences have given her a deep, authentic connection to care, and through her journey, we hope to celebrate the unsung individuals who dedicate their lives to helping others." Advertisement It is the star's latest project away from playing Sonia Fowler in EastEnders. Sonia Fowler's biggest EastEnders storylines Sonia Fowler has featured in EastEnders since 1993, and after starring in thousands of episodes, has been featured in storylines ranging from teenage pregnancy to a cancer scare. Here are some of her biggest. Teen Pregnancy and Birth of Chloe Jackson (1999-2000) Sonia discovered she was pregnant at the age of 15. Viewers were shocked by the sudden birth, as the teen went into labour without even realising she was pregnant. Martin Fowler turned out to be Chloe's father. Sonia initially decided to give the girl up for adoption. Sonia discovered she was pregnant at the age of 15. Viewers were shocked by the sudden birth, as the teen went into labour without even realising she was pregnant. Martin Fowler turned out to be Chloe's father. Sonia initially decided to give the girl up for adoption. Death of her boyfriend (2002) Sonia's boyfriend, Jamie Mitchell, was hit by a car driven by her baby's father. Jamie had just bought an engagement ring for his girlfriend before being struck down by the thoughtless Martin, who was texting while driving. Although the Jamie was rushed to hospital, docs said his liver was irreparably damaged, and he ended up dying with Sonia by his side. Sonia's boyfriend, Jamie Mitchell, was hit by a car driven by her baby's father. Jamie had just bought an engagement ring for his girlfriend before being struck down by the thoughtless Martin, who was texting while driving. Although the Jamie was rushed to hospital, docs said his liver was irreparably damaged, and he ended up dying with Sonia by his side. Marriage to Martin Fowler and Family Tensions (2004-2007) In a shock twist Sonia went on to marry the man responsible for her previous boyfriend's death. Their relationship was marred by conflicts and infidelity, and they went on to split up after just three years. At one point in their marriage Sonia was taken hostage by Sarah Cairns, who became obsessed with Martin after he flirted with her during a drunken night out. The couple went through struggles again when the adoptive parents of their daughter were killed in a car crash, leaving them responsible for Rebecca. Because of the tension in their relationship Sonia ended up cheating on her husband with one of her co-workers, nurse Naomi Julien. In a shock twist Sonia went on to marry the man responsible for her previous boyfriend's death. Their relationship was marred by conflicts and infidelity, and they went on to split up after just three years. At one point in their marriage Sonia was taken hostage by Sarah Cairns, who became obsessed with Martin after he flirted with her during a drunken night out. The couple went through struggles again when the adoptive parents of their daughter were killed in a car crash, leaving them responsible for Rebecca. Because of the tension in their relationship Sonia ended up cheating on her husband with one of her co-workers, nurse Naomi Julien. Custody Battle for Rebecca (2005-2007) Baby Chloe, who was renamed Rebecca, was kidnapped by her mum early in life before being returned to her adoptive parents. After Neil and Sue Miller died they awarded Martin full custody of the child because of Sonia's extra-marital affair. The mum was left distraught to be cut out of her daughter's life. Baby Chloe, who was renamed Rebecca, was kidnapped by her mum early in life before being returned to her adoptive parents. After Neil and Sue Miller died they awarded Martin full custody of the child because of Sonia's extra-marital affair. The mum was left distraught to be cut out of her daughter's life. Gastric Band Surgery and Weight Struggles (2014-2015) Sonia became insecure about her weight and arranged to have a secret gastric band surgery in Bulgaria. She later collapsed at an exercise class after suffering complications from the operation. Sonia became insecure about her weight and arranged to have a secret gastric band surgery in Bulgaria. She later collapsed at an exercise class after suffering complications from the operation. Discovery of Bex's Suicide Attempt (2019) Sonia's daughter Rebecca tried to take her own life in a heartbreaking storyline which left viewers in tears. She found Bex unconscious after taking an overdose, and was devastated. Sonia blamed herself for pushing her daughter to breaking point, as she had tried to force her into going to Oxford despite Bex saying she didn't feel ready for university. She also fronts the Channel 4 consumer affairs show What's the Big Deal? Meanwhile, fans can hear Natalie on two podcasts - Off the Telly (alongside Joanna Page) as well as Life with Nat. She also took part in The Masked Singer earlier this year, in disguise as Bush. Advertisement Natalie placed fourth overall, being eliminated alongside singer Example as Bear.
The Sun
30-04-2025
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- The Sun
EastEnders' Natalie Cassidy lands brand new show with BBC after quitting soap – and it's worlds away from Walford
EASTENDERS legend Natalie Cassidy has landed a brand new BBC show following her soap exit - and it's worlds away from Walford. Natalie, 41, bowed out as Sonia Fowler in poignant scenes aired earlier this month. 4 4 BBC Daytime have commissioned a new series - under the working title Natalie Cassidy Learning to Care - for BBC One and iPlayer. The actress will fulfil her longtime ambition of wanting to train as carer. This means enrolling at one of the UK's top Health & Social Care colleges - alongside the next generation of carers. In recent years, Natalie has cared for family members and volunteered in local groups. The show follows her journey across classroom to community care services - as she's there for life's toughest moments. While to fully make things official, the actress will have to pass her final exam. Natalie said: 'I'm thrilled to be embarking on a new adventure with BBC Daytime. "In a series exploring social care, I will be going back to college and learning for the first time since leaving school at 16. "Caring has always been a huge part of my life, from watching my mum care for my nan, to being a mother to caring for my dad, this series is close to my heart and I can't wait for you to see it.' Muslim Alim, Commissioning Editor for BBC Daytime commented: "We are thrilled to be working with Natalie Cassidy on this exciting new series. EastEnders' Natalie Cassidy drops biggest hint yet about when Sonia Fowler will return after shock exit from soap "Audiences know and love Natalie for her humour, honesty and heart — and now they'll see her in a whole new light as she throws herself into the world of care, not as a celebrity, but as a student carer learning from the ground up. "Natalie's personal experiences have given her a deep, authentic connection to care, and through her journey, we hope to celebrate the unsung individuals who dedicate their lives to helping others." It is the star's latest project away from playing Sonia Fowler in EastEnders. Sonia Fowler's biggest EastEnders storylines Sonia Fowler has featured in EastEnders since 1993, and after starring in thousands of episodes, has been featured in storylines ranging from teenage pregnancy to a cancer scare. Here are some of her biggest. Teen Pregnancy and Birth of Chloe Jackson (1999-2000) Sonia discovered she was pregnant at the age of 15. Viewers were shocked by the sudden birth, as the teen went into labour without even realising she was pregnant. Martin Fowler turned out to be Chloe's father. Sonia initially decided to give the girl up for adoption. Death of her boyfriend (2002) Sonia's boyfriend, Jamie Mitchell, was hit by a car driven by her baby's father. Jamie had just bought an engagement ring for his girlfriend before being struck down by the thoughtless Martin, who was texting while driving. Although the Jamie was rushed to hospital, docs said his liver was irreparably damaged, and he ended up dying with Sonia by his side. Marriage to Martin Fowler and Family Tensions (2004-2007) In a shock twist Sonia went on to marry the man responsible for her previous boyfriend's death. Their relationship was marred by conflicts and infidelity, and they went on to split up after just three years. At one point in their marriage Sonia was taken hostage by Sarah Cairns, who became obsessed with Martin after he flirted with her during a drunken night out. The couple went through struggles again when the adoptive parents of their daughter were killed in a car crash, leaving them responsible for Rebecca. Because of the tension in their relationship Sonia ended up cheating on her husband with one of her co-workers, nurse Naomi Julien. Custody Battle for Rebecca (2005-2007) Baby Chloe, who was renamed Rebecca, was kidnapped by her mum early in life before being returned to her adoptive parents. After Neil and Sue Miller died they awarded Martin full custody of the child because of Sonia's extra-marital affair. The mum was left distraught to be cut out of her daughter's life. Gastric Band Surgery and Weight Struggles (2014-2015) Sonia became insecure about her weight and arranged to have a secret gastric band surgery in Bulgaria. She later collapsed at an exercise class after suffering complications from the operation. Discovery of Bex's Suicide Attempt (2019) Sonia's daughter Rebecca tried to take her own life in a heartbreaking storyline which left viewers in tears. She found Bex unconscious after taking an overdose, and was devastated. Sonia blamed herself for pushing her daughter to breaking point, as she had tried to force her into going to Oxford despite Bex saying she didn't feel ready for university. She also fronts the Channel 4 consumer affairs show What's the Big Deal? Meanwhile, fans can hear Natalie on two podcasts - Off the Telly (alongside Joanna Page) as well as Life with Nat. She also took part in The Masked Singer earlier this year, in disguise as Bush. Natalie placed fourth overall, being eliminated alongside singer Example as Bear. 4
