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The Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Horrifying moment Emmerdale's April comes face to face with man who committed disgusting act on her while homeless
EMMERDALE's April Windsor has come face to face with a vile man she endured during her time living on the streets. The teen, who spent time pregnant and homeless, unwittingly ran into a man who she encountered during her time sleeping rough. 5 5 5 Fans of Emmerdale will recall how April disappeared at Christmas amid her secret pregnancy and family unrest. She lived on the streets before eventually finding a squat where she stayed and begged for cash on the streets as well as witnessing brutal murders and attacks. April suffered her own trauma when she miscarried whilst homeless before being raced to hospital suffering from complications. Now, in scenes broadcast during the latest Emmerdale episode, April is forced to relive her horror ordeal when she comes face-to-face with a man who suggested he could perform a disgusting act on her because she was homeless. In the episode, April began working alongside Belle and the Take A Vow business amid struggles with schooling. She was tasked with helping out with a local christening and filming the day's proceedings. But when the dad of the child set to be christened walked into The Woolpack, April was visibly taken aback. A flashback then saw April sleeping rough as two drunk guys approached her. One man could be heard asking: "Why are we so wasted?" The other man then stated that he was "bursting" in a reference to needing to use the toilet. Emmerdale newcomer Bradley Riches reveals soap bosses allowed him to re-write his scripts for new role as Lewis Barton His pal then shockingly encouraged him to "go on him" after mistaking April for a man. Hitting back, the vile man then said: "Him? You need your eyes testing, he is a little girl." Then then asked April if she wanted a drink before throwing their remaining beer at her as the man begin to tug at his belt and unzip his jeans. April then began to get up and attempt to flee the situation as the man in question continued to unbuckle his trousers with a plan to urinate on her. 5 5 The homeless teen managed to get away with the man shouting a shocking comment to her, having already referenced one vile act. As he tugged at his jeans once more, he remarked: "Fancy earning yourself a quick fiver, do you?" The scene then cut back to April as she looked on in fear inside the pub. But will April tell everyone about her encounter with the vile man? Or will it be another secret she is forced to live with from her time on the streets? Soap's most harrowing teen storylines We take a look at other harrowing teen soap storylines from soaps Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale and Hollyoaks. Belle Dingle's schizophrenia in Emmerdale - Belle's (Eden Taylor-Draper) traumatic journey in Emmerdale took a dark turn when, after accidentally killing her best friend Gemma at just 16, her mental health began to spiral. The storyline, which saw Belle struggling with her grief and guilt, showcased her battle with hearing Gemma's voice inside her head, leading to a dramatic decline in her well-being. Hannah Ashworth's anorexia in Hollyoaks - Viewers were horrified as they watched Hannah (Emma Rigby), a seemingly innocent teen, spiral into dangerous behavior, starving herself in an attempt to achieve what she thought was the ideal body. As Hannah's condition worsened, the storyline became more intense, culminating in her being hospitalised for two months as she fought for her life. Bethany Platt's grooming ordeal in Coronation Street - Vulnerable schoolgirl, played by Lucy Fallon, was at the centre of one of Corrie's darkest storylines to date when she fell under the spell of her older boyfriend and sexual predator. The controversial scenes saw Nathan groom and manipulate the 16-year-old before coercing her into sleeping with his friends, with one of them raping her. Whitney Dean's abuse from Tony in EastEnders - Since the age of 12, she had been in a twisted relationship with her stepmum Bianca's boyfriend, Tony King. The predator had groomed young Whit (Shona McGarty), making her believe she was in love and planning to run away with him. On her 16th birthday, the traumatised teen finally revealed the years of abuse to Bianca. Tony was swiftly sent to prison sentenced for 13 years.
Metro
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
'All over' for John as he's plunged into several wedding nightmares in Emmerdale
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video The wedding of Emmerdale sweethearts John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth) and Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) is almost upon us – and stressed-out John is plagued with pre-marital nightmares. And who can blame him for feeling nervous? Since arriving in the village, John's struggled to keep his secrets buried, between comatose ex Aidan Moore, and his accidentally murdering Nate Robinson (Jurell Carter). John's managed to keep the suspicions of Aaron and sister Victoria Sugden (Isabel Hodgins) at bay for the most part, although the interference of Mackenzie Boyd (Lawrence Robb) and people learning about Aidan have only added to the pressure. And now, with the lake where he disposed of Nate's body set to be dredged, John fears that the net might finally be closing in. With the wedding quickly approaching, John's anxieties begin ramping up, and he experiences a series of terrible nightmares, envisioning the many ways it might go terribly wrong. Can John keep his composure long enough to tie the knot? It's week of the wedding, and John is distracted by nightmares of being arrested for Nate's murder when he should be preparing to marry Aaron. Meanwhile, Moria Dingle (Natalie J Robb) watches anxiously as workers begin dredging the lake. And, when Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) reveals that the dredging has begun, a panicked John starts packing his bags, ready to flee. Aaron catches him as he's making his escape, but John makes out that it's just pre-wedding jitters – and, as soon as Aaron leaves, John finishes his packing and drives away. Later, hiding at the lake, John receives a loving text from his future the workers pack up their tools with the news that dredging has been cancelled, John breathes a sigh of relief. However, his plans to proceed with the wedding are thrown into chaos when Aidan's mother, Cathleen, arrives – bearing the news that her son hassuddenly arisen from his coma and is asking for John. As his wedding day grows nearer, sleeping John is tormented by fresh nightmares – Aidan, interrupting the wedding. Jolting awake, John is worried about Aidan's sudden return to consciousness. Reassuring Cathleen that he has time to visit, he heads off to the hospital – followed by Aaron, who is fearing the worst. The next day, John's nightmares continue, and this time John suffers visions of Aaron backing away at the altar, claiming that he doesn't trust John. Snapping back to reality, he watches Aaron storm away, convinced that John is still in love with Aidan. Meanwhile, back at the Woolpack, Belle Dingle (Eden Taylor-Draper), Chas Dingle (Lucy Pargeter) and Victoria awkwardly cover for the missing grooms. John finds Aaron, and attempts to explain himself. Aaron is unreadable in the face of John's excuses but, as they arrive at the venue, it seems as though the wedding is back on. With Mack a no-show, Aaron enlists father figure Paddy Kirk (Dominic Brunt) as his best man, getting the ceremony underway. Amid all the unfolding drama, star Oliver Farnworth has revealed what's going through John's head during this stressful time. 'There's so much jeopardy surrounding John the week of the wedding. Aidan's in his hospital bed. For all intents and purposes John thought he would be there for the rest of his life and he could go and visit him,' Oliver said of Aidan's sudden awakening. 'Now he's woken up and John's been confiding in him all the time. How much of it does he know and does he remember?' Oliver continued: 'We don't know what Aidan's going to reveal. Not necessarily the things John has imparted to him about recent events, but what's he going to reveal about events from quite a long time ago? So there's that jeopardy as well.' Meanwhile, his nerves and sense of guilt are also at an all-time high as a result of the slurry leak, which left his young nephew fighting for his life. 'It's all his own making as well, because he tries to stitch Mack up and it backfires and the water supply is poisoned and people end up in hospital,' Oliver said. This, in turn, leads to the lake needing to be drained, which will inevitably lead to the discovery of Nate's body – 'the worst thing that could happen when he's meant to be getting married!' It's no wonder he's experiencing sleepless nights, then… another risk, given his habit of sleep-talking. More Trending 'There's a lot of sleepless nights for him. The problem with that is he's having nightmares and talking in his sleep, so he becomes terrified of going to sleep because he doesn't want anything to come out while he's asleep. 'It's just a big web that he's pretty much created for himself and he's constantly putting out fires, very much in a state of flight during that week – but also excited about getting married.' View More » Will John's worst fears come to pass? If you've got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing us soaps@ – we'd love to hear from you. Join the community by leaving a comment below and stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage. MORE: Emmerdale confirms who sets in motion John's downfall – and it's the most unexpected of characters MORE: Both grooms missing in Emmerdale as John and Aaron's wedding takes dramatic twist MORE: Emmerdale legend falls victim to killer John in ITVX streaming release – and it's not Mack
The Irish Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Coronation Street and Emmerdale stars fear soaps ‘could be MERGED forever' to save cash amid ITV cuts
ITV staffers are still reeling from Tuesday's dramatic culling of Daytime, which left many big names fearing for their jobs. And according to insiders, 5 Soap stars are said to be bracing themselves for Corrie and Emmerdale to merge amid the ITV cuts Credit: ITV 5 It's been announced Lorraine will run from 9.30am-10am, on a seasonal basis for 30 weeks of the year Credit: Shutterstock 5 And Loose Women will be in the 12.30-1.30pm slot, again on a seasonal basis for 30 weeks of the year Credit: Shutterstock That's the big concern from cast and crew working on ITV juggernauts Coronation Street and Emmerdale, who are anticipating major changes in the coming months, most of which are filling them with dread. A TV insider told The Sun: 'After the Daytime announcement, the big feeling within the soap departments at ITV is the cost-cutting focus will shift to them. 'There's been some seismic changes already over the past year in regards to penny pinching and many believe that's just the start. 'Given the big audience figures and institutional history within ITV, soaps used to have an untouchable feel about them. More on Coronation Street 'But that's changed significantly and they now feel more vulnerable than ever.' Earlier this year, ITV announced from January 2026, Bosses attempted to spin the new streamlined output by branding the new soap schedule as ITV's new 'Power Hour', with Emmerdale airing at 8pm followed by Coronation Street at 8:30pm, Monday to Friday. However, the move is expected to cut up to 75 jobs, with many crewmembers already drafted into redundancy meetings. Most read in Soaps And with former Managing Director of Continuing Drama and Head of ITV in the North John Whiston retiring this month, Iain MacLeod - who has helmed both Emmerdale and Corrie before - has been promoted. The Executive Producer for Continuing Drama is now Creative Director and takes on all editorial responsibility for leading the creative teams who produce both Emmerdale and Coronation Street. Reporting directly to the managing director of ITV, Iain will be the last word on both shows, adding to a feeling that a merge, at least backstage, is coming. But another great concern is also looming surrounding ITV chiefs have gone on record to confirm the special episode, which will see the many of the characters from both soaps cross paths, as a 'one night only' experience. ITV Daytime Shake-Up: Major Changes to Lorraine and Loose Women Revealed However, insiders claim the move is not just a gimmick to publicise the new schedule, it's also a mini experiment to see if crew can work across both soaps in another cost-cutting exercise. The TV insider added: 'The crossover episode has provided much fanfare but there is a deeper reason behind it. 'Viewers may think it's just Ken Barlow turning up in the Woolpack or Mandy Dingle popping into Roy's Rolls, but behind the wacky plotlines is a genuine glimpse into the future of how crewmembers will be expected to work, being across both soaps. 'It's a galling prospect for many but could end up being a reality and there's a feeling significant savings could be made on production costs - even if the quality of the output will be seriously affected.' And another big worry coming from the talent-side is yet more episode cuts. The move to reduce episodes from six to five came as a shock to cast and there's an expectancy the only way is down from here. Another source said: 'Castmembers on both soaps are fuming and also concerned by the cuts. 'Their livelihoods are at stake and they feel it puts incredible pressure on the downsized teams to produce the same quality output with over 200 jobs cut. 'It feels like a kick in the teeth,' added the source. The Sun revealed earlier this year cost-cutting on Corrie even saw bosses cut back using multiple characters on each episode to keep appearance fees down. ITV's daytime TV schedule changes in full Good Morning Britain will be extended by 30 minutes to run from 6am to 9.30am daily. Lorraine will run from 9.30am-10am, on a seasonal basis for 30 weeks of the year. During the weeks Lorraine is not on air, Good Morning Britain will run from 6am to 10am. This Morning will remain in its 10am-12.30pm slot on weekdays throughout the year. Loose Women will be in the 12.30-1.30pm slot, again on a seasonal basis for 30 weeks of the year. The changes will take effect from January 2026. Historically, cast would get a standard fee for appearing in an episode - even if it was for just one scene - but that's now been scaled back. And the older stars, many of whom are on big contracts, have been overlooked in favour of using cheaper newcomers. ITV showed their ruthless streak this week but culling award-winning shows including Loose Women and Lorraine, Long-running panel show Loose Women will now only be shown in term time and Lorraine has been cut down from one hour episodes to 30-minutes - also airing 30 weeks of the year. The move comes despite Lorraine Kelly's show seeing a ratings spike and Loose Women winning awards. Bosses want both shows, as well as This Morning, to be directed and produced by one team sharing resources and operations. The culling of Daytime, and the feared butchering of Coronation Street and Emmerdale, will free up more cash for ITV to make blockbuster dramas, such as Mr Bates vs The Post Office, and improve coverage of big sporting tournaments including the World Cup, which they see as big revenue drivers. Just like soaps used to be… An ITV spokeswoman said: "These claims aren't true. ITV has been clear that the crossover episode is a one-off occasion to launch the new scheduling pattern for Coronation Street and Emmerdale in January 2026. "Both programmes will then continue to broadcast separate, individual episodes. "The crossover episode will be purely story driven and is a first for British Soap. "The idea certainly hasn't been conceived for financial reasons. In fact the spectacular combined launch episode will cost a great deal more than regular episodes. "We are proud to have the opportunity to be able to deliver this special moment for fans of both programmes." 5 Corrie legend Ken Barlow, played by Bill Roache Credit: ITV 5 Long-serving Emmerdale resident Mandy Dingle, played by Lisa Riley Credit: ITV
Daily Mirror
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Soap spoilers for next week: Emmerdale bombshells and Corrie hunk's secret past
More high-stakes drama is expected in soapland next week, from Emmerdale to Home and Away. From rivalries to secrets and bombshells, here's what you need to know. Nate Robinson's death remains an elephant in the room next week in Emmerdale as John Sugden secretly revels in the secrecy - but walls could start closing in on him when Moira Dingle (Natalie J Robb) makes a huge discovery. The paramedic played by Oliver Farnworth has been hiding in plain sight while Nate's family have tried to get in touch with the hunk - from his confused wife Tracy (Amy Walsh) to his shocked father Cain (Jeff Hordley). But will his secrets be uncovered? Over in Coronation Street, Kit Green (Jacob Roberts) is rattled when he bumps into a newcomer on the cobbles. And it becomes clear he's keeping plenty of secrets from his loved ones in Weatherfield. Meanwhile, Harvey and Jean's relationship in EastEnders is slowly heading towards the rocks as the Slaters still reel after Martin Fowler's death. But can the couple, respectively portrayed by Ross Boatman and Gillian Wright, overcome the rough patch? Elsewhere, small soaps will have their own share of twists and turns. Things are coming to a head in Hollyoaks while Darcy's true motives in Neighbours are slowly coming to light. Emmerdale John secretly enjoys the attention over his upcoming heroism award but he misses the event when he prioritises Aaron, who has a mental health crisis. Vic (Isabel Hodgins) and Tracy later hold a celebration in the Woolpack to make it up to him - but Mackenzie (Lawrence Robb) is annoyed to have missed out and he's jealous of John and Aaron's (Danny Miller) relationship. Later, stags gather for the stag do, excited for their paintballing plans. But Mack is left uneasy when he receives a chilling warning from John. Battle begins in the woods and Mack is determined to thwart John, no matter the cost. Could it backfire? Moira discovers a serious leak with the slurry tank and Mack gets the blame. However, everyone feels guilty when Cain reports the slurry has affected the village's main water supply and young Harry is rushed to hospital after having drunk some of the contaminated water. Moira is also thrown when she receives a letter addressed to 'The Family of Emma Barton ' and she wrestles with her conscience as she chooses whether or not to tell Ross. Later, Moira is haunted by memories of her past. Elsewhere, living arrangements are causing Liam (Jonny McPherson) unease when he catches Mandy (Lisa Riley) in an unguarded moment. Trouble then intervenes when Manpreet drops a bombshell on the village GP. Coronation Street At the wedding fayre, Leanne (Jane Danson) isn't happy about the position of the Speed Daal pitch, and Debbie (Sue Devaney) tries to ignore her. But she's left floundering when she loses her clipboard - and Leanne makes things worse with her comments. Debbie loses her temper, attempting to move the stand herself but she cuts her hand in the process. In the Bistro, Abi (Sally Carman) and Debbie order soft drinks with lunch but Debbie switches to a large vodka when Ronnie (Vinta Morgan) arrives. Drunken Debbie later staggers to the loos as she tells Abi she's had some bad news. Mick takes a swig of his tea and spits it out. Liam laughs - he's laced the drink with washing powder. Determined to make him pay, Mick locks Liam in the toolshed. But his actions have dire consequences with Gary (Mikey North) and Maria (Samia Longchambon). Elsewhere, Kit is taken aback when he sees Lou in the pub. Lou tells Tracy that she and Kit go way back. Later, when Bernie calls at Kit's flat, hoping he'll open up about his woes, flashbacks reveal Kit's chequered past - and the secrets that bind him to Mick and Lou. Lauren confesses to Bobby she had no choice but to use the money he gave her for a deposit on a flat. Bobby makes a huge decision. EastEnders Harvey prepares for the Slaters' camping trip but Jean refuses to go without Stacey. Harvey manages to convince Stacey to come - but his work is undone when Lily insists she doesn't want Stacey to tag along. Harvey tries to seek solace with Kathy (Gillian Taylforth) in the café but he receives the cold shoulder. Later, Jean takes him by surprise by popping the question. Vicki and Ross worry over Joel's recent behaviour and she tries to persuade Ross to talk with Ravi (Aaron Thiara) and Priya (Sophie Khan Levy). Instead, Ross seeks out Avani, unaware that Suki is watching from afar. Suki's suspicions grow when both Avani and Ross give different accounts of events, forcing Vicki to reveal Avani slept with Joel. Later on, a huge confrontation ensues at No.43 as Ravi sees red. Gina grows concerned for Harry and secretly shares her worries with Teddy and Nicola when they accost her in the Minute Mart. The couple head to the Arches to speak with Harry but he dismisses their worries before riling at Gina. Jay warns Gina about the blossoming friendship - but is he right to worry? Meanwhile, Linda (Kellie Bright) is confused when Phil (Steve McFadden) is reluctant to call Sharon and he reveals she's slept with Grant. Later, Linda tries to persuade Phil to give Sharon a chance. Hollyoaks Tony and Diane are trying to encourage Ro to open up but he lies that he's been attending a support group. When Diane decides to pay the group a visit, Ro is nowhere to be found. Meanwhile, the lad slips quietly into the flat above The Dog, contemplating suicide. Rex and Ste are anxious when Lucas plans to fly abroad with Dillon and Frankie. But when Frankie gets another chance with Ray, both she and Dillon are caught red-handed as Ray collapses. Elsewhere, Prince helps Freddie plan a surprise proposal for Mercedes. Neighbours Wendy is doubtful Andrew is being unfaithful but Nicolette continues to cast doubt and insists she could catch him with a fake profile. Later, Nicolette makes a huge discovery. Meanwhile, Darcy checks Amanda's shares and sees they've risen in price. He later searches Amanda's apartment for her shareholding documents. But he quickly becomes concerned his real intentions will be exposed. Meanwhile, Karl arranges to meet up with a former Erinsborough resident, determined to get to the truth. Elsewhere, Paul balances two women in his life before making a grand gesture. Home and Away Ziggy and Mackenzie are in mortal danger when they're forced to drive two escaped prisoners - leaving Dean and Levi in hot pursuit. Kirby and Bree treat Rose to lunch for her last day at work as the detective gears up for an emotional exit. Meanwhile, Cash encounters members of the gang the River Boys and he's determined to know more about the reports of street racing. Justin catches Marilyn on the phone pretending to be Roo - she's fishing for information on Eliza's past. But what will she find?
Metro
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Joe Tate's death 'confirmed' as Emmerdale star shares very worrying sign
The end could be nigh for Emmerdale's Joe Tate after star Ned Porteous shared new headshots online. Joe, as viewers know, has antagonised just about everyone in the eponymous village since his return at Christmas, getting under the skin of the village's finest. But it seems a comeuppance could be on the cards, with the stage set for a number of characters to get their revenge on the popular show schemer next week. With Billy Fletcher (Jay Kontzle) getting wind of Joe's affair with Dawn Taylor (Olivia Bromley) – after the businessman issues a dark threat to Clemmie – the PT sees red and contemplates taking action. He's not alone, with Charity Dingle (Emma Atkins) having her suspicions that Joe spiked Noah (Jack Downham) confirmed. The Woolpack landlady is left reeling but will this discovery prompt her to take matters into her own hands? A party subsequently gets underway at Home Farm in aid of Lydia's (Karen Blick) birthday but, with so much bad blood circulating regarding Joe and his actions, will one scorned resident seek revenge? The character's fate is up in the air and a worrying sign in the form of new headshots online could indicate the end for him. '@dancollinsphoto Thanks for the snaps,' wrote actor Ned Porteous, posting the new snaps on social media. 'I promise I'm happier with them than I look in the photos.' More Trending New headshots can be an indicator that an actor's time on a TV series or soap has come to an end, though it's important to note that this isn't always the case. 'Always makes me nervous when you see new snaps … usually means your leaving please no!!!,' wrote one concerned fan in the comments, while another added: 'oh no – new headshots etc means your leaving emmerdale'. Is Joe set to die in chilling scenes? View More » Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7:30pm or stream first on ITVX. If you've got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing us soaps@ – we'd love to hear from you. Join the community by leaving a comment below and stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage. MORE: Charity discovers triple death secret in Emmerdale that leaves her out for blood MORE: Emmerdale fans 'work out' who will become Home Farm's new owner MORE: Major Emmerdale character's death 'foreshadowed' with murder warning
