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Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Coronation Street star signs new contract – in bid to star in Emmerdale crossover episode in 2026
NEW DEAL Coronation Street star signs new contract – in bid to star in Emmerdale crossover episode in 2026 CORONATION Street star Claire Sweeney has signed a new contract to take her into next year. The actress - who plays scheming Cassie Plummer in the ITV soap - put pen to paper recently to confirm her future on the cobbles. Advertisement 2 Claire Sweeney is sticking around as Cassie Plummer Credit: ITV 2 There's going to be a big ITV soaps crossover next year Credit: ITV A source said: 'Claire loves being on Corrie - it's a dream job, so she was delighted to sign a new deal. 'With the big Emmerdale crossover coming in 2026, there's also a hope that she'll be in that too. 'It's a great opportunity to be part of soap history so who wouldn't want to be involved?' Claire arrived on the cobbles in 2023 as the long-lost and thought dead daughter of Evelyn Plummer - and the birth mother of Tyrone Dobbs. Advertisement In her two years Cassie has battled drug addiction, tried to destroy Kevin and Abi Webster, bedded Steve McDonald and poisoned and robbed Ken Barlow. Claire addressed her Corrie future while speaking to The Sun Online and other members of the press at the TV Choice Awards earlier this year. She said: "I'm doing good and I'm happy and I'm working. "I'm in Coronation Street for this year and I'm very happy." Advertisement Before stepping onto the Cobbles, she played Lindsey Corkhill on Channel 4 soap Brookside for 12 years. The Liverpool-set soap opera launched in 1982 and concluded in 2003. Coronation Street's Ken Barlow in serious danger as Cassie Plummer's sick scheme takes a dark twist Asked if she would be up for rejoining Brookside should it return, Claire revealed her loyalty lies with Coronation Street. The actress reiterated: "I'm in Corrie and I'm very happy at Corrie."
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Coronation Street star signs new contract – in bid to star in Emmerdale crossover episode in 2026
CORONATION Street star Claire Sweeney has signed a new contract to take her into next year. The actress - who plays scheming Cassie Plummer in the ITV soap - put pen to paper recently to confirm her future on the cobbles. Advertisement 2 Claire Sweeney is sticking around as Cassie Plummer Credit: ITV 2 There's going to be a big ITV soaps crossover next year Credit: ITV A source said: 'Claire loves being on Corrie - it's a dream job, so she was delighted to sign a new deal. 'With the big Emmerdale crossover coming in 2026, there's also a hope that she'll be in that too. 'It's a great opportunity to be part of soap history so who wouldn't want to be involved?' Claire arrived on the cobbles in 2023 as the long-lost and thought dead daughter of Evelyn Plummer - and the birth mother of Tyrone Dobbs. Advertisement Read more on Coronation Street In her two years Cassie has battled drug addiction, tried to destroy Kevin and Abi Webster, bedded Steve McDonald and poisoned and robbed Ken Barlow. Claire addressed her Corrie future while speaking to The Sun Online and other members of the press at the TV Choice Awards earlier this year. She said: "I'm doing good and I'm happy and I'm working. "I'm in Coronation Street for this year and I'm very happy." Advertisement Most read in Soaps Exclusive Exclusive Before stepping onto the Cobbles, she played Lindsey Corkhill on Channel 4 soap Brookside for 12 years. The Liverpool-set soap opera launched in 1982 and concluded in 2003. Coronation Street's Ken Barlow in serious danger as Cassie Plummer's sick scheme takes a dark twist Asked if she would be up for rejoining Brookside should it return, Claire revealed her loyalty lies with Coronation Street. The actress reiterated: "I'm in Corrie and I'm very happy at Corrie." Advertisement
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Benidorm props sell for over £700 as creator flogs old costumes online – including Kenneth's worn hotpants
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) PROPS from the smash hit comedy Benidorm are selling for over £700 - including Kenneth Du Beke's worn hotpants The much-loved show - which hilariously followed a group of Brits abroad - came to an end in 2018, but now you can own a piece of the ITV show's history. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Benidorm fans are being given the chance to own some of the show's props - but they come at a price Credit: ITV 6 Benidorm writer Derren Litten is flogging the props on eBay Credit: Instagram/@derrenlitten 6 Fans can own the shorts that Kenneth is wearing in this picture Credit: ITV 6 There are plenty of pricey props and costumes for fans to buy Credit: EBay Benidorm's creator Derren Litten revealed he is flogging memorabilia from the show on eBay. Sharing the news on X/Twitter, he said: "My Benidorm costume auction has started! "Want to own a prop or costume from ITV's comedy BENIDORM? Check this out! Items being added daily." On the eBay page, aptly named SolanaHotel after the famous hotel in the series, fans can pick up a range of items from the show - which includes a number of the character Kenneth's costumes. The flamboyant hairdresser - played by Tony Maudsley - was known for his outrageous t-shirts, and now fans can own one. They are pricey though, and range from £67 to £400. Not only that, Kenneth's famous silver hotpants are also for sale at the price of £107. THE RETURN OF BENIDORM? Meanwhile, last month creator Derren dropped a big clue that he's already working on the rebooted series. It came after The Sun previously revealed that bosses are in secret talks over a comeback for the award-winning series. Further fuelling the fire, Derren shared a photo of himself sitting by a poolside surrounded by palm trees. Benidorm child stars unrecognisable as they appear on ITV after it's revealed sitcom is in talks to return He posed with a thumbs up and teased fans about his location but kept tight-lipped about where he was. Darren wrote: "No idea where I am but it's all good. Might stay here for a bit." A source said: 'Benidorm was adored by millions when it was suddenly cancelled. Fans will be thrilled to hear ITV wants to bring it back. 'An 11th series hasn't been commissioned yet, but there's major excitement building as early talks begin. 6 Kenneth's hotpants can be bought for £107 Credit: EBay 6 This t-shirt is also up for sale Credit: ITV 'Producers have started to reach out to the show's stars and are hopeful a decision can be made later this year.' Benidorm, which was first aired in 2007, was scrapped in 2018 — two months before winning Best Comedy at the TV Choice Awards. Creator Derren slammed ITV's axe, telling the crowd as he picked up the gong: 'This is a bit awkward, the show's just been cancelled.' He added sarcastically: 'I've huge respect for ITV — a show that's getting five and a half million viewers and still picking up awards, but they've cancelled it. That takes balls.'
Daily Mail
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Legendary Emmerdale star returns to soap six years on from explosive exit with unfinished business - and their first scenes have already been filmed
Emmerdale is set for a dramatic twist as a major character is set to make a surprise comeback - and their first scenes have already been filmed. In a move that's sure to thrill soap fans, Robert Sugden is reportedly returning to the village in a storyline packed with emotional tension and family drama. Six years have passed since Ryan Hawley bowed out of the ITV soap, leaving viewers heartbroken when his character was written out in 2019. Now, according to The Sun, the actor has stepped back into Robert's shoes for a short stint, with his return set to air next month. He is believed to be returning for ex-husband Aaron Dingle's wedding to his killer brother John Sugden. An insider told the publication: 'Ryan has a lot of respect for the show and its fans and he really wanted to give them a treat so he agreed to come back for a brief stint. 'It's going to be a huge surprise for fans especially the Robron fans who have missed Robert desperately since Ryan quit. 'Nothing was seen as being too extreme to keep the secret with fake names on scripts, smuggling him in and out of the studios and keeping everything very tight.' MailOnline has contacted ITV for comment. Ryan is the fourth actor to have played Robert, taking up the role in 2014 and following in the footsteps of Richard Smith, Christopher Smith and Karl Davies. In one of his most explosive storylines, he accidentally killed sister-in-law Katie after she took a photo of him and Aaron kissing whilst he was engaged to Chrissie White. During his time in the role, Ryan has won various awards, including a Tric Award for Soap Actor last year and the gong for Best Soap Actor at the TV Choice Awards the year before. He also bagged Best Partnership with Danny Miller at the Inside Soap Awards back in 2016 and Best Newcomer at the same awards ceremony in 2015. In June 2019, Ryan quit his role on the soap after five years of playing the much-loved character. The actor reportedly decided to leave the long-running soap to pursue 'other projects'. An insider told The Sun in 2019: 'Emmerdale fans have loved every minute of RobRon's story, and what Ryan has brought to playing Robert. 'But he has decided to take a break from the show for the foreseeable future and try other projects. Since his departure from the Dales, Ryan has been gracing other television shows with his presence. He made an appearance on Casualty last year as Jamie Cleveland, and stunned fans with a dramatic new look featuring a long hairstyle and beard in Silent Witness. The actor has also been part of Channel 5's revival of All Creatures Great & Small as Sid Crabtree.
Scottish Sun
24-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Benidorm writer hints he's already working on reboot with poolside post as soap star begs to join show
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BENIDORM writer Derren Litten has dropped a big clue that he's already working on the rebooted series. The Sun revealed last month that bosses are in secret talks over a comeback for the award-winning series about Brits abroad, with hopes of reuniting the all-star cast. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 3 Benidorm writer Derren Litten hinted he's already started work on the reboot Credit: Instagram/@derrenlitten 3 The Sun revealed the ITV show is set to return after eight years Credit: ITV Comedy writer and director Derren shared a photo of him sitting by a poolside surrounded by palm trees. He posed with a thumbs up and teased fans about his location but kept tight-lipped about where he was. Darren wrote: "No idea where I am but it's all good. Might stay here for a bit." It caught the attention of EastEnders actress Cheryl Fergison, who played Heather Trott on the BBC soap before her character was killed off in 2012. Cheryl, 59, commented: "Can I join ya Mr," with a heart smiley emoji. Fans were keen for soap legend Cheryl to land a spot on the rebooted version, with one writing: "You'd be fab in Benidorm!" Favourites included Tim Healy's cross-dressing bartender Les, and loud-mouth matriarch Madge Harvey, played by Sheila Reid — who chain-smoked while driving around the resort on her mobility scooter. Sherrie Hewson, who played hotel manager Joyce Temple-Savage, has been approached — letting slip in a podcast: 'Benidorm is coming back.' A source said: 'Benidorm was adored by millions when it was suddenly cancelled. Fans will be thrilled to hear ITV wants to bring it back. 'An 11th series hasn't been commissioned yet, but there's major excitement building as early talks begin. 'Producers have started to reach out to the show's stars and are hopeful a decision can be made later this year.' Benidorm, which was first aired in 2007, was scrapped in 2018 — two months before winning Best Comedy at the TV Choice Awards. Creator Derren slammed ITV's axe, telling the crowd as he picked up the gong: 'This is a bit awkward, the show's just been cancelled.' He added sarcastically: 'I've huge respect for ITV — a show that's getting five and a half million viewers and still picking up awards, but they've cancelled it. That takes balls.' Six months ago, Derren — who has been working as a DJ in Spain in recent years — launched a Facebook group promising superfans 'exclusive Benidorm pictures, videos, gossip and exclusive content not shown anywhere else'. He fuelled speculation of a Benidorm spin-off when he said he was returning to writing for TV and theatre.
