EastEnders fans 'praying' Ricky Butcher returns after Janine phone call

EastEnder star Max Bowden's pregnant ex-girlfriend is said to be 'heartbroken' over his alleged romance with co-star Shona McGarty. Max and Shona, who play Ben Mitchell and Whitney Dean in the hit BBC soap, are said to have been growing close off-screen in recent weeks, reportedly "spending as much time together as they can" during these early days of their relationship. Max's ex Roisin Buckle, 36, is expecting a baby boy her 27 year old ex and has reportedly been left 'devastated and humiliated' by his romance with Shona, 30.

EastEnders actor Adam Woodyatt spoke out about how he reacted to his son Sam telling him he wanted to be an actor too.The soap star told Kate Thornton about his honesty toward Sam during a conversation on her podcast White Wine Question Time.Expressing his relief that his son turned out to be good at acting, Adam admitted that he would tell him the truth if he believed otherwise to avoid “a lifetime of hurt and rejection”.Adam began: “Sam’s going to end up following in my footsteps and end up acting, I think.“He’s actually quite good. It wasn’t a case of me looking at him going, ‘Oh, yeah, go into acting’, and thinking, ‘You’re never going to succeed’.“It was actually, ‘You’ve got a chance, you can manage it.’“If I didn’t think he was good enough I probably would have told him because otherwise he’d just be destined for a lifetime of hurt and rejection.”Speaking about Sam's acting education, Adam added: “He’s picking up little bits of work here and there.“He needs to go get some training, which he is currently applying for.“But he’s been picking up bits of work without the training, so… a bit like I did, I never had any training.”Adam had been portraying Ian Beale from 1985, before quitting the show in 2021.Ian was last seen in Walford in January 2021 after discovering Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean) had been plotting to kill him.Speaking about his exit from EastEnders, Adam said: “It will have been a year since I was last in EastEnders by the time I go in.“I’ve enjoyed my time so much.

LINDA Carter's feud with Janine Butcher has come to a head following a horrific car crash. But with Danny Dyer's exit looming on the horizon, an EastEnders fan has worked out how it could all pan out for everyone involved.

EastEnders actress Danielle Harold has opened up for the first time since rumours surfaced that she would be axed from the BBC soap.The soap star, who is best known for playing Lola Pearce, has been a pivotal member of the show's cast for around 11 years. However, it appears her time on Albert Square could come to an end according to reports, which have suggested she is part of a big shake up which could see several beloved characters meet their end. One insider told The Sun that her character would be written out of the soap "with no option to return" – which suggests Lola may be killed off.

Sam Mitchell will get close to Zack Hudson in EastEnders on Thursday evening's episode of the BBC soap. EastEnders spoiler pictures for Thursday’s episode show the pair sharing a cosy drink, drowning their sorrows together after they both have a bad day. And as sparks begin to fly, how far will things go between the pair? This week’s episodes have already seen Sam cheesed off after being pushed out of managing the club, with Sharon snatching the reins from her.

EastEnders fans are convinced they've worked out the explosive exit storyline for Mick Carter, claiming the pub landlord will depart the show on Christmas dayViewers of the BBC One soap have seen evil Janine Butcher frame Linda Carter for a horrific car accident which saw her induced into a coma.Linda now faces brain damage and could lose custody of her children given that police believe she was drinking while driving.As Linda gets set to wake up from her coma, fans predict she will fake amnesia in a bid to torment Janine and plot the ultimate revenge on herFans believe Linda will “get her own back on Janine in the end” and the truth will be exposed on Christmas Day and rip the Carter family apart, leading to Mick Carter’s departure.One viewer wrote: “I can see all of this blowing up on Xmas day. Linda feigning amnesia - come Xmas day the whole secret blows up rips the Carter's apart and then that's how Mick might choose to leave the Square in the end.”Another wrote: “The clock is ticking for Janine now.

An EastEnders fan believes they have worked out this year’s Christmas storyline and how Danny Dyer may exit the BBC One soap.Taking to Twitter, soap fan Ryan predicted that Linda Carter (played by Kellie Bright) will fake having amnesia when she wakes up from her coma and will pretend that she doesn’t remember Janine Butcher’s (played by Charlie Brooks) involvement in the car crash that led to her being in hospital. But he thinks Linda will “get her own back on Janine in the end” and everything will be exposed on Christmas Day and rip the Carter family apart, leading to Mick Carter’s (played by Danny Dyer) departure.

Eastenders star Natalie Cassidy has said "‘it is what it is” as the soap has announced plans to axe four of its cast members. The 39 year old has played long-running character Sonia Fowler on the BBC One series since she was a child, having been written off and brought back on multiple times over the years, giving her reason to understand the dramatic move made by producers. Characters Stuart Highway (played by Ricky Champ), Peter Beale (Dayle Hudson), Jada Lennox (Kelsey Calladine-Smith) and Dana Monroe (Barbara Smith), will be exiting Albert Square in a plot line shake-up to the surprise fans.

EastEnders - but will she go through with it?After the devastating car crash that left Linda Carter fighting for her life in hospital, Janine is wracked with guilt - and panics after she enters Linda's room to find that she is awake.Will Linda reveal that Janine was behind the crash? Or will Janine leave the square for good before the truth comes to light?Since joining EastEnders, Janine Butcher has been at the centre of some of the soap's biggest storylines - from marriage to murder, to her surprise return to Walford, which delighted fans of the programme.Actress Charlie Brooks has also become a soap fan favourite, and here, Daily Star takes a look at some of Charlie's hottest snaps ever.Charlie Brooks looked worlds away from her Albert Square counterpart, as she donned a sexy Santa outfit for the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special in 2011.The star took to the dance floor in a retro inspired red and white a-line gown, complete with sweetheart neckline that was cinched at the waist.Finished with white feathers for an extra dash of glamour, the flirty and festive gown was a hit on the dancefloor and also with viewers.The EastEnders star turned up the heat in a stunning orange gown at the National Television Awards 2003.The busty number again featured a sweetheart neckline, and turned up the heat with a racy thigh high split at the side - showing off the actress' toned legs.Finished with Charlie's long blonde locks flowing past her shoulders, she looked radiant as she posed for photographs on the red carpet.Charlie Brooks is no stranger to turning heads on the red carpet, especially with her sultry pink number at the British Soap Awards 2004.The floor length gown featured a racy plunging neckline that showed off the

Nicola Duffett found fame in 1992 when she had a supporting role in the Oscar-winning film Howards End before going on to be cast as Debbie Bates in EastEnders between 1993 and 1995. But after after a promising start to her acting career she was left depending on benefits before securing a role in soap rival, Coronation Street in 2015. The 59 year old's soap career first began in 1993 but was cut short in 1995 when her EastEnders character was killed off in a tragic car collision.

EastEnders star Danielle Harold topped up her tan as she enjoyed a holiday following last week’s British Soap Awards.The 30 year old, who’s best known for playing Lola Pearce in the BBC soap, has been updating fans on her time in the sun following the news that her character is to be axed from the show after 11 years. Danielle was reportedly left "in pieces" over the shock axe, but has put on a brave face as she pouted at the camera in a black bikini as she took a selfie in front of a picturesque pool. In another, the star could be seen dangling her legs into the water as she enjoyed a frothy drink with a slice of lime on top.

In EastEnders this week, Ben Mitchell changes his mind about going to the police over Lewis Butler, messaging him and asking to meet. Later, Ben lies in wait for Lewis with a crowbar, ready to attack him, but is frustrated when he doesn’t show. Ben demands Kathy give him Lewis’s home address and becomes furious when she won’t, accusing her of protecting him.

Lacey Turner found fame thanks to her role as Stacey Slater in BBC One soap EastEnders, with the actress first appearing on our screens back in 2004. The 34 year old has found herself at the centre of several dramatic storylines over the years and has won over 30 awards for her portrayal of Stacey, having recently picked up another at the 2022 British Soap Awards. Lacey attended the annual bash alongside her younger sister Lily, 20, who is also an actress and has even previously starred in EastEnders.

EastEnders' Lacey Turner looked absolutely beautiful in a recent photo with her younger sister Lily. Not the only star in her family, Lacy's sister has also appeared on Albert Square. Back in 2011, Lily, 22, played the role of Shenice Quinn, who was Kat Slater's friend's daughter.

Soap stars partied late into the night on Saturday 11 June following the 2022 British Soap Awards. Many of the awards show attendees carried on the event at the awards after-party at Hackney Town Hall, with many of the nation’s favourite soap stars snapped either celebrating their wins or commiserating their losses following the ceremony.

EastEnders actress Letitia Dean revealed her father had recently passed away as she received the Outstanding Contribution award at this year’s British Soap Awards. The actress, 54, who has played Sharon Watts in EastEnders since 1985, dedicated the award to her father in an emotional speech. As she made her way onto the stage, she exclaimed “Hello mum!” before embracing on-screen mum, Anita Dobson, who presented her with the award.

EastEnders star Natalie Cassidy has opened up on meeting Prince Charles and Camilla on the set of the soap.The Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall’s unprecedented appearance on the long-running soap saw the worlds of TV and royalty collide, airing on Thursday 2 June in honour of the Queen’s Jubilee. The scene saw Prince Charles and Camilla celebrating the Platinum Jubilee by raising Champagne in a toast to the Queen during a street party outside The Queen Vic pub on Albert Square.The episode was actually filmed back in March when Prince Charles and Camilla visited the set of Eastenders, and mingled happily with plenty of the show’s famous faces. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

EastEnders star Clair Norris joined her soap colleagues as she took to the British Soap Awards on Saturday.The actress, 24, who plays Bernadette Taylor in Albert Square, looked world’s away from her on screen character as she stepped out for the do. Clair looked stunning in a white dress that flowed to her calves and came in an elegant floral print.

“I just thought it’s probably the best way of doing it: I’ve got all my stuff with me, I can cycle from wherever I park in the motorhome to the theatre...

EastEnders fans couldn’t help but comment on popular character Sharon Watts' youthful look with some claiming the actress, Letitia Dean, looks “20 years old”. Letitia, 54, joined the cast of the hit BBC soap when it started in 1985 and after her latest return to the Square following her character’s holiday to Australia, fans can’t get over her youthful look. Sharon returned to Albert Square with a bronzed tan, long blonde hair and flawless make up causing fans to gush over her incredible look.

Since her big TV break, Emma has gone on to appear in Spooks and a series of on stage plays, including Grease.She also competed in the seventeenth series of Strictly Come Dancing back in 2019.The soap star was paired with professional dancer Anton du Beke.Following her time on the hit BBC show, Emma admitted she felt "like the nana" due to the age gap between her and her Strictly live tour partner Graziano Di Prima, after competing with Anton Du Beke, who is 11 years her senior.Speaking of the differences she noticed between dancing with Anton, 53, and Graziano, 25, Emma told Express.co.uk at the time: “I’m a lot older than Graz so I feel like the nana, but I’m just very fortunate.“Not many of the girls here have got to dance with two brilliant dancers,” Emma added.Opening up about working with Graziano, Emma continued: “It’s wonderful, I just feel like a very lucky lady. I’ve had the King of Ballroom and now I’ve got this talented Italian and I’m learning so much from him. “We’ve got a little bit of Latin going on in one of the group numbers and this one [pointing to Graziano] is so brilliant at it, so I’m still learning which is great.”