EastEnders actors discover they're related in real life as family connection is unveiled

Freelance Whales, has died at the age of 36.His brother, Glee actor Darren Criss, yesterday (March 2) shared news of his passing, revealing that Chuck had taken his own life after years of “severe depression”.“I loved my brother so much. And I know he loved me.

House-proud Brits spend the equivalent of 10 whole days a year - or 237 hours - cleaning their homes.Inspired by the rise in popularity of cleaning influencers, a study of 2,000 adults found those who clean spend just over four hours a week vacuuming, polishing, and wiping down surfaces around the house.A further hour and 42 minutes a month is taken up with changing bed sheets, cleaning the carpets, and scouring the oven.Almost a third enjoy cleaning because it makes them feel less stressed, and 41% say it helps them take their mind off other things.More than half even admitted to cleaning things which don’t need sprucing up, just to alleviate stress or anxiety.Vacuuming emerged as the most relaxing cleaning task, followed by wiping down kitchen surfaces, and doing the laundry.A spokesman for floorcare experts Vax, which commissioned the survey, said: “It may seem like it’s only a few minutes here and there, but we really do spend a large amount of time cleaning.“That’s why we spend hours testing our products and continuously developing them, so when the time comes for you to turn to vacuuming or cleaning your carpets, we’ve got you covered.“The findings from our survey highlight just how many adults enjoy cleaning, seeing it as a great way to relax and destress.“We’re firm believers in a cleaner home contributing to a clearer mind, and are working with experts to demonstrate the benefits a cleaning routine and tidy home have on your mental health.”Those polled were found to be so house proud they’ve gone to “significant” lengths to hide imperfections in their homes, with a third admitting to covering carpet stains with furniture.But 90% clean spillages and unsightly marks as soon as they happen.More than half of adults

ITV's No Return has gathered a lot of attention after the four-part series aired - but many fans have been left torn.The storyline focuses on a family who have spent time together at an all-inclusive holiday in Turkey, but Kathy (Sheridan Smith) and Martin (Michael Jibson) see their son Noah (Louis George Serkis) taken away in handcuffs.The teen was accused of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old boy and, by the end of the series, the judge stated that Noah had "taken his desires too far" but the exchange was "almost certainly consensual". Noah was ultimately hit with a three-year suspended sentence due to the boy's age and he was allowed to fly home - but fans were unimpressed. Although Noah being able to return home should have been a happy experience, fans were left fuming and spotted multiple issues.

BBC Breakfast host Naga Munchetty has infuriated fans after asking "stupid" questions to Sergiy Stakhovsky, a man who decided to go back to Kyiv to fight. Sergiy, who lives in Hungary with his family, made the decision to go back to Ukraine to fight after Russia invaded the country.

Russian and Belarusian athletes have been banned from the Winter Paralympics in Beijing in a stunning u-turn taken 24 hours after they were given the greenlight to compete, as the invasion of Ukraine enters its second week.

Ukraine to support her mother and grandmother in the fight against invading Russian forces. Sabina Jenkins has fashioned out her "granny's basement" into "a shelter" and is now making petrol bombs with her mother Oksana and her grandmother Larysa.Jenkins has said she is terrified they will be next but insists she is not leaving her homeland. Sabina lives with her husband Michael Jenkins in Llanelli and the two had received an offer to live in the US, so the Ukrainian national returned to her homeland just as Russia decided to invade.

Britney Spears took a savage swipe at her parents by sharing a haunting note taken from her childhood school book.The pop sensation, 40, discovered her old school textbook on Wednesday (March 3) afternoon where she found a questionnaire she had completed as a youngster.In the family section of the quiz, one question asked: “Who is your hero?” which Britney answered in response: “Dad.”The second question enquired: “Why do you consider this person to be you’re her?” which she answered: “He is brave.”But it was the final question that left her loyal legion of fans heartbroken, as the quiz asked: “Is there anything your hero is frightened of?” which the songstress simply wrote: “Mom.”The blonde bombshell captioned the emotional post with a lengthy post which as she gave her 39.6million followers an insight into her life growing up online.She wrote: “This is the day I realised my mom should have scared [screaming emoji] my dad in life!“Or possibly just attempted to care !!! Ps I’ve learned to be like her … I DON’T KNOW [shrugging emojis] that way YOUR SWEET … DADDY’S NEVER SCARED, RIGHT MA ????“Pss when moms play their daughter lol [rose emoji] … Geez my whole life … if you look up you can see a CHILD WROTE THIS … ONLY THE CHILD KNOWS !!!! Psss and what the child said is the way it should be!!”It comes after Britney’s conservatorship – which appointed her father to control all her finances and career – officially ended last year.For almost 14 years, the starlet had the rights to make basic decisions about her life and her health stripped from her and placed into Jamie’s hands.Now, the Baby One More Time singer is preparing to reveal some of her family’s darkest secrets in a $15million (£11.2m) tell-all book deal, according to

Prince George will one day sit on the throne as King of England — but for now he's busy with some far grubbier part-time jobs.The youngster has been put to work "moving feed" on the Queen's Sandringham estate during his half-term break from school, alongside his younger siblings Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. Mum Kate Middleton revealed George's foray into farm work while visiting a goat farm with Prince William in Llanvetherine, near Abergavenny in Wales to mark St David's Day.During a day spent in the Welsh valleys, the couple tried making traditional Welsh cakes at a community centre but the future king told the young people watching: “Do not judge my cooking…”As they toured Pant Farm, where Gary and Jess Yeomans, both 50, produce goats’ milk that has supplied a local cheesemaker for the past two decades, William spotted a robot silage sweeper in one of the barns.Gary explained it could also be used to move feed, and Kate replied: “That was George’s job at half term – moving feed.”William told his hosts the children had been getting involved on the farm at Sandringham, where his own dad Charles has been working to turn the estate into a fully organic operation, and added: “We are trying some Agroforestry as well.”The method involves planting crops in between rows of trees to provide healthier soil, higher yields and vital homes for wildlife.The duke studied agricultural management at Cambridge University in 2014, but it seems the duchess also has farming running in her veins.Kate, who wore a red scarf, daffodil and gold hoop earrings by Welsh brand Spells of Love, told her hosts: “I was looking into my ancestry and there was someone who was a rare breed goat farmer.

body modification obsessive - spending £34,000 on her many tattoos, jet-black eye ink and fangs.And although she has been trolled and branded a 'demon' and 'evil', she's getting the last laugh by raking in the cash from her look. The 22-year-old, from Houston, Texas, says she's making $10-15,000 (£7,500-£11,000) per month on OnlyFans.

EASTENDERS star Maisie Smith has been seen in an adorable throwback snap posing with Stacey Solomon. Maisie's mum Julie posted the sweet photo on Instagram after digging through the family albums – leaving her followers amazed.

Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash recently moved into a new mansion and they are eager to put their own stamp on the pad.

Stacey Solomon recently got the keys to her gorgeous new home, alongside her fiancé Joe Swash, their son Rex, and her two boys Zachary and Leighton. And the Loose Women star, 31, has given her 4.2million Instagram fans a tour of her traditional family bathroom as she begins the renovations on the £1.2million property.

Stacey Solomon at the moment!Not only has the Loose Women panellist just moved to a fabulous country mansion with her sons and fiancé, Joe Swash, but the star has also released a new book, Tap to Tidy, and adopted adorable dachshund pup Peanut.MORE: Stacey Solomon dazzles in stunning rainbow dress of dreamsNow it looks like the mum-of-three has welcomed another cute new family member, as she's started feeding the cat that her house's former owner used to provide food for – and her new feline friend has just joined her in the kitchen!WATCH: Stacey Solomon and son Rex share delight over new catIn a new video posted to her Instagram Stories on Sunday, the sweet black cat could be seen enjoying a bowl of food as the presenter's youngest son

Stacey Solomon has revealed she's taken in a 'wild' cat at her new house, after admitting the family had to say goodbye to their old cat when they moved.

Stacey Solomon and fiancee Joe Swash have confirmed that their brood has expanded.

Stacey Solomon has recently moved into her gorgeous new home, alongside her fiance Joe Swash, their son Rex, and her two boys Zachary and Leighton.The Loose Women star has named the stunning property 'Pickle Cottage' and previously explained that she chose the property because it's “a hidden treasure closer to [their] family". She wrote to her 4.2 million Instagram followers: "Soooooo….

Presenter Joe Swash, 39, started out his career as an actor, starring in his first role at the age of seven in an Andrex commercial. Four years later he cemented his child star credentials as he was cast in the film The Adventures of Pinocchio.

EastEnders star Jamie Borthwick made a surprise discovery when Charlie Winter joined him in Walford in 2018.

Loose Women star Stacey Solomon is moving house.The 31 year old announced the move this week, sharing a glimpse of the new property to Instagram. Stacey, who recently bravely opened up on her battle with imposter syndrome, filmed inside the stunning garden, which included a big willow tree.

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Stacey Solomon's candour and honesty is just one of the many reasons her followers love her. And this week she chose once again to confide in her fans as she addressed her decision to take a break from social media.Mum-of-three Stacey took to her Instagram Stories with the sweetest clip showing her middle son Leighton lovingly cuddling his younger brother, Rex.MORE: Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash specify wedding date – but there are hurdlesShe wrote: "Morning.