Coleen Nolan reacts to ex Shane Richie's EastEnders return as she has gripe over storyline

EastEnders legend Charlie Brooks is leaving her role as Janine Butcher.The 41-year-actress has played the role of the iconic soap villain on and off since 1999.She made an epic return as Janine but she'll be leaving Albert Square in the New Year.READ MORE: Sid Owen returns to EastEnders 10 years after Ricky exit as he reunites with Sam Mitchell Speaking exclusively to The Sun on Sunday, Charlie said: "I was only ever due back to EastEnders for a year, but when Chris Clenshaw presented me with his idea for the story, I couldn’t say no to staying a little longer. "I’ve had an amazing time, as I always do when I go back.""But as always with Janine, she probably should not outstay her welcome — for everyone’s sake." It comes just weeks after bosses confirmed Sid Owen is returning to Walford to play Janine's brother Ricky Butcher once again.On making his soap comeback, Sid Owen said that he was "delighted to be back at EastEnders".He said: "I can’t wait to see what Ricky Butcher has been up to these past few years and how he’s going to react to seeing some familiar faces including old flames.

Coleen Nolan took to social media this week, where she shared a very rare glimpse into her family life with her followers.The Loose Women star shared a sweet photo of her three children cuddled up together on a bench, seemingly in the star's garden.SEE: Coleen Nolan rocks rule-breaking white dress in seaside family wedding photoThe trio appeared deep in conversation, and Coleen captioned the image: "Oh to know what these three are talking about… Or maybe not [shrug emoji] x."One of her fans simply left a heart emoji in response, while another added a laughing emoji and wrote: "Yep I'd want to know lol."WATCH: Coleen Nolan gets candid about very relatable parenting struggle Coleen's son Jake Roche himself commented, teasing: "Why IS it called Loose Women?"MORE: Coleen Nolan reveals incredible details of 'liberating' solo tripREAD: Loose Women fans convinced of major fall out between Denise Welch and Coleen NolanThe star shares Shane Nolan, 33, and Jake, 30, with her first husband, Shane Richie and her youngest child, Ciara Fensome, 21, with her second ex-husband, Ray Fensome. Coleen shared a photo of her children on InstagramLast month, the star uploaded some sweet photos with her daughter and her sisters as they enjoyed another family occasion.The singer and presenter had an enviable time in Positano, Italy, as she proved when she posted some snaps from the luxury break to Instagram.The presenter and singer shared some sun-drenched photos with her followers, as she took in the sights with Ciara and her sisters Linda and Maureen.

Shane Richie’s ex-partner, Coleen Nolan, has been speaking about his return to EastEnders as Alfie Moon, calling the storyline ‘ridiculous’. Alfie made his way back to Walford last week on the day of Kat’s (Jessie Wallace) and Phil’s (Steve McFadden) wedding day. Alfie was determined to stop the wedding and make his former partner see that marrying Phil would be a huge mistake, but she didn’t exactly feel the same way.

Coleen Nolan is far from impressed with the storyline surrounding her ex-husband Shane Richie's return to BBC's EastEnders.

Coleen Nolan shared her thoughts over her ex-husband Shane Richie's recent return to EastEnders as his iconic character Alfie Moon on Tuesday's Loose Women.The panellist, 57, was asked by her co-stars about Shane's, 58, who she divorced in 1999, explosive comeback to Albert Square. Alfie returned last week as Kat Slater, played by Jessie Wallace, and Phil Mitchell, played by Steve McFadden, prepared to tie the knot, declaring his love for his ex as he vowed to win her back.

EastEnders fans were left emotional on tonight’s episode of the BBC soap as they prepare to welcome June Brown’s character Dot Cotton back onto screens.Dot’s granddaughter Dotty was seen looking for a new place to live after Kathy falsely accused her of making a mess in her house.She was seen asking Sonia Fowler if she could move in with her after she contemplates calling her grandma to ask about a house she owns.READ MORE: EastEnders Ian Beale legend Adam Woodyatt lands new job with mega salaryThat’s when fans began predicting show bosses will bring Dot back onto the show for her funeral after actress June Brown passed away in AprilOne fans said: “How's Dotty gonna ring Dot and when will the Square find out what's happened to her...”“Looks like dotty’s storyline is build up for dot’s passing,” added a second.A third penned: “I feel sorry for dotty.”EastEnders bosses have announced plans to pay tribute to the late June Brown in an upcoming storyline.Fans can expect "an emotional goodbye" to June's iconic soap character, when news reaches Albert Square that Dot Branning has sadly passed away.Dot has been living in Ireland since early 2020, but in scenes airing this winter, her funeral will take place in Walford as per her final wishes.Friends and family of Dot will gather to say their goodbyes at the service, which has been described as "the send-off she so very well deserves".In real life, June Brown passed away in April 2022 at the age of 95.

Loose Women star Coleen Nolan has told how her sister Bernie gave her just two weeks to cry after she died.The TV star's older sister passed away in 2013 at the age of 52 after battling breast cancer.And Coleen, 57, has now shared how her sibling told her she wanted her and their other sisters to "get up and go out" after a fortnight of grieving.READ MORE: Coleen Nolan's son sparks outrage with Queen comments saying he 'don't understand it'Coleen opened up as she and her fellow panellists on the ITV show discussed how to move on after a bereavement.She said: "When I lost my sister Bernie, I remember her saying to me before she died, she said it to all of us, she said, 'Listen, you can cry for two weeks'."And she went, 'And you'd better cry a lot because I was worth it'."And then she went, but after two weeks, get up and go out and you move on."Coleen and her sisters Bernie, Linda, Anne, Denise and Maureen originally found fame as part of the singing group The Nolans.Anne, 71, has also battled cancer.And Linda, 63, was diagnosed with secondary breast cancer in 2017 after first having the illness several years before that.Speaking on Good Morning Britain earlier this year, she said in some ways her cancer fight had given her a "new perspective" on life because she doesn't know how long she has left and wants to focus on making memories."It sounds silly, but in a way it's given me a little sense of freedom," she said.For more of the latest showbiz news from Daily Star, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters here."Now I go, 'I'm not going to do that because I want to do this.' Like, you've got to go to Ireland to do a TV show but I'm going to my niece's seventh birthday.

Loose Women's Coleen Nolan unveiled a new glamorous makeover on Tuesday's episode of the ITV show.The presenter, 57, who typically wears her hair loose, opted to wear her glossy black locks and fringe in a chic high ponytail for the latest instalment. Coleen finished her look with a smart black blazer, white V-neck top and a pair of silver sparkly hooped earrings.The presenter joined Charlene White, Dame Kelly Holmes and Katie Piper on the ITV show, where they discussed the Queen's funeral on Monday 19 September.

EastEnders spoilers for next week see Freddie's (Bobby Brazier) good deed backfire on him. Freddie impresses Bobby (Clay Milner Russell) when he helps out in the chippy and is delighted to land a job. When he learns that Billy (Perry Fenwick) could be facing a long prison sentence, he becomes determined to help by paying for a better solicitor.

King Charles III became annoyed over a leaking pen as he tried to sign some documents was a talking point on social media last week.The 73-year-old monarch said he "hated this b****y thing" after ink went "everywhere" during a signing on his trip with wife Camilla in Northern Ireland.The mishap happened just days after the Queen died aged 96 at Balmoral.While some criticised his behaviour, many more rushed to defend him as they noted the responsibility he had taken on so soon after his mother's death.Coleen Nolan has said that the moment may have made him look like a "spoiled child", but urged people to "give him a break" and consider his feelings.She told The Mirror: "Seeing the royals grieve for the Queen in public this week got me thinking about empathy.Dan Walker reacts to 'people playing press card' to see Queen's coffin"Grief can do strange things to people, which is why I think we need to give Charles a break over the pen fiasco."The Loose Women star noted that the "optics weren't great" after he appeared angry towards an aide, but believed the minor mishap could've "sent him over the edge".She went on to say: "He looked a little like a spoiled child who’s used to having everything done for him.

EASTENDERS fans fumed this week as Sharon Watts attempted to destroy Kat and Phil's wedding. The devious plan saw Letitia Dean's character attempt to win her ex, Phil Mitchell, back before his wedding to Kat. Kat was late to her wedding to the Walford hardman, as she was stranded on a boat with Alfie Moon.

EASTENDERS fans are convinced Alfie Moon will win ex Kat Slater back after they spotted a clue tonight. The schemer - who is played by actor Shane Richie in the BBC soap - made his shock comeback this week ahead of Kat’s wedding to Phil Mitchell. Viewers watched this week as Alfie managed to ruin Kat’s big day, leaving her furious.

EastEnders fans are convinced Alfie Moon is hiding a secret lover as he vows to win back ex Kat Slater.Alfie turned up on the soap this week just hours before Kat was set to wed Phil Mitchell, ultimately ruining their wedding and stirring up trouble between the pair.On tonight’s episode, as Alfie spent the day with Kat and their kids before vowing to hit the road, he returned and planted a surprise kiss on Kat, vowing to win her back before she ties the know with Phil.READ MORE:EastEnders Big Mo star's life - Famous brother, life saved by co-star and stripping offBut fans are convinced Alfie is hiding a big secret after a mysterious phone call led viewers to believe he has a secret lover.Alfie was seen informing a mystery person on the other end of the line of his decision to stay put in Walford.The unidentified caller relayed a message to him from this mystery woman, and he told the caller to tell this person that he ‘loves’ her.Fans immediately began theorizing about who the woman is, believing Alfie is likely up to his old tricks, or even hiding another child. “Oh Alfie, now is that another woman, or a little daughter I wonder?*! #Eastenders ” “Bloody hell Alfie’s got a secret love hasn’t he of course has! Stay clear Kat!!”Others believed he was still in a relationship with Hayler Slater, the mother of his daughter Cherry.“I bet you Alfie is still with Hayley,” predicted one viewer.

EASTENDERS fans have predicted a shock romance for Alfie Moon after Kat Slater rejected him. Alfie - played by Shane Richie - returned to Albert Square on the day of ex-wife Kat’s wedding to Phil after Bert and Ernie stole her phone and text him. Kat was less than happy to see her ex-husband, especially when her intentions became clear and he begged her to reconsider marrying Phil.

Queen's death "is all over TV".Shane made the comments as he questioned why EastEnders hasn't been airing amid the national outpouring of grief.Shane logged onto Twitter yesterday to share his views on the Queen's death as he started to get impatient for the return of his dad, Shane Richie, in his EastEnders role of Alfie Moon.In view of his 44,000 followers, he typed: "I did love the queen , what a woman."I just don’t understand following the coffin around with cameras everywhere and all over TV all day."Now I know I know some people will be well into it and that’s fine but can anyone tell me what time @bbceastenders is on tonight. #alfiesback"Outraged online users soon took to the tweet's replies to offer their counterarguments, with some accusing Shane of being disrespectful to the late Monarch.Bellachu1984 said: "Absolutely disrespectful after all the Queen did over the years for the country I’d rather watch her safe arrival on her final journeys rather than eastenders."Shane replied: "It’s not.

Coleen Nolan's son Shane Nolan has sparked outrage with his comments about BBC's coverage following the Queen's death. The 33-year-old said that he "doesn't understand" why there is rolling news coverage on Queen Elizabeth II's passing and why EastEnders hasn't been airing.

EASTENDERS fans are all saying the same thing about Sharon Watts' character following her attempts to win back Phil Mitchell failing. The fictional character, who is played by Letitia Dean, has been on the long-running BBC soap on and off since 1985.

Coleen Nolan and Shane Richie's son Shane Nolan has sparked outrage after saying he "doesn't understand" the rolling news coverage surrounding Queen Elizabeth II's death and has asked when EastEnders will be airing.The 33 year old took to Twitter to ask his followers when he would be able to watch the BBC One soap, which his dad has recently returned to as Alfie Moon. He wrote to his 44,000 followers: "I did love the queen, what a woman.

EASTENDERS fans are absolutely gobsmacked after barmaid Tracey made a shock confession about Phil Mitchell. The longterm extra - who is played by actress Jane Slaughter in the BBC soap - made a bombshell comment in tonight’s episode.