EastEnders icon June Brown 'did pelvic floors' in BBC canteen, reveals co-star

RICHARD Madeley is finally set to return to Good Morning Britain after taking a week away from filming. ITV has confirmed that the regular host will be making a come-back on Monday morning's show after sitting back from presenting.

Homes Under The Hammer star Martin Roberts has said he is 'scared and emotionally battered' after revealing a heart condition left him just hours from death.

Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway became overwhelmed with emotion as she met a nurse who cared for author Michael Rosen during his Covid battle - and then learned that she had also cared for her husband Derek, whose battle with the disease is still ongoing. As the realisation hit home, Kate, 54, who married Derek in 2005, felt urged to share a hug with Beth Dixon, and leapt up to do so after being reassured it was fine to by co-host Richard Bacon. Knowing that Derek had been on the same ward as the acclaimed children’s writer, known for books like We’re Going On A Bear Hunt, Kate said: “I have to ask you on a personal note, because you cared for Michael, and Derek, we’ve now found out, was two beds away.

EastEnders star Clair Norris broke down in tears in a new documentary this week as she remembered being bullied for her weight when she was younger.The actress, known for playing Bernadette Taylor in the BBC soap, lead her first Panorama special on Wednesday as she discussed the UK’s obesity issue. As the conversation turned to bullying, Clair recalled the “name-calling” she faced during her childhood when she returned to her primary school in Thamesmead, though she didn’t remember the specific moments she was teased for weight. “This is probably where the name-calling would have happened, I don’t say it’s bullying that’s my own personal thing,” the 24 year old said.

EastEnders co-star June Brown, who died earlier this month at the age of 95. Annette spoke about how “strong” and “genuine” the Dot Cotton actress was in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk. On April 4 it was announced that June, who had played the iconic soap character Dot Cotton for many years, had died. June had appeared in 2,884 episodes of the BBC’s hit show EastEnders and fans were left heartbroken by the news. Annette, who appeared on the show between 2013 and 2017, shared an insight into June’s character.When asked if she knew the actress well, she described meeting her for the first time during a filming project in Switzerland years before they both appeared on the soap together. “We had more time off together then really,” she reflected.

EastEnders star Max Bowden is reportedly set to become a first-time dad as his ex-girlfriend Roisin Buckle has revealed she is pregnant.The 27 year old soap star who plays Ben Mitchell in the soap, split from the insurance executive, 36, earlier this year after a short romance that first saw them go Instagram official in October. And now it has been claimed that Roisin is expecting her first child with Max - and despite the pair having gone their separate ways, they will reportedly raise the youngster together. "Max and Roisin are delighted they're expecting a baby – even if they are no longer together," a source revealed.

EastEnders star Natalie Cassidy looked a far cry from her iconic character Sonia Fowler during a night out with her friends and work pals recently.The 38 year old actress, who recently shared a rare insight into her life with fiance Marc Humphreys and children on a holiday, opted to dress up in full glam as she hit the town for drinks and dancing with a group of other women. Posting a series of snaps on her social media, the star beamed as she posed in the bar and sipped wine. In one full-length image, the star grinned as she showed off her svelte figure in a pair of light blue denim jeans, a black fitted top and lacy bra.

EastEnders actress Katie Jarvis, who played Hayley Slater on the BBC One soap, has avoided a prison sentence and been handed a community order following a drunken brawl in which she repeatedly cried out "black lives don't matter".The former soap star admitted racially aggravated harassment and common assault at Basildon Crown Court yesterday. Jarvis had previously pleaded not guilty to the charges, but changed her plea to a guilty one on the day of the trial.The incidents occurred in July 2020 when the 30 year old actress, who was drunk at the time, had spewed racist abuse in front of children while walking along a seafront in Southend-on-Sea.

Hundreds of fans have lined the streets to mark their respects for The Wanted star Tom Parker, who passed away aged 33 on March 30 .

EastEnders star Cheryl Fergison, 56, married Yassine el Jamouni, 35, back in 2011 and since then the actress has been heavily criticised over their age gap, with some even claiming he is after her money. In a recent interview Cheryl has compared her relationship to Mick Jagger and his younger bride, while insisting her husband is not a "gold digger".Cheryl's shop assistant husband Yassine is rarely seen in public but has attended events with her at the start of their relationship.Speaking in a new interview, Cheryl hit out at criticism claiming those who disagree with her relationship are sexist.This is due to an age gap being seen as "quite cool" for Mick Jagger, 78, who is married to Melanie Hamrick, 35.She said: "The world has become so cynical.

Katie Jarvis has plead guilty to racially aggravated harassment after an altercation with a woman in Southend-on-Sea in July 2020.The former EastEnders actress, 30, plead guilty at Basildon Crown Court after she was heard shouting "black lives don't matter" during the street row in July. Jarvis, who played Hayley Slater on the soap, was arrested and charged with racially aggravated harassment, common assault and two counts of assault by beating. She originally denied the charges.

Kate Garraway has been left gobsmacked over how "amazing" Debbie Harry looks at the age of 76.The 54 year old, who was recently left "sad" as she closed her husband Derek Draper's firm with £200,000 debt, was on Good Morning Britain with Richard Arnold, 52, and Adil Ray, 47, when they began discussing her upcoming role in a new film. Blondie star Debbie is set to star alongside Great British Bake Off's Prue Leith in a science fiction movie titled Kepler 62f.

Lacey Turner gave fans a rare glimpse of her two young children as she shared cute photos of the little ones over Easter.The 34 year old posted a snap of daughter Dusty, two, and one year old son Trilby, whom she shares with husband Matt Kay, on Instagram. She captioned the post: “My world”, adding a white love heart emoji. In the photo, the two children are seen with their backs to the camera, huddled over a sofa side-by-side while watching the TV.

Cheryl Fergison has spoken out against those who have doubts about her marriage to toyboy husband Yassine el Jamouni.The 56 year old, who was recently seen busking a decade after her exit from popular BBC soap opera EastEnders, explained that when her son Alex, 22, asks Alexa a fact about his mum, it immediately responds with: "Cheryl Fergison is married to a goatherd from Morocco". Expressing her annoyance at this, Cheryl said: "Why's that the first fact that comes up? And it's wrong! "We don't have any goats. We've never had any goats near us! But that's the first thing people say.

Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway has blasted her co-host, Adil Ray, saying he has a "nasty streak".The two hosts presented the ITV show on Tuesday (April 19) and welcomed showbiz reporter Richard Arnold onto the show to talk about the day's hot takes.However, as they introduced Richard's segment, Adil called Richard a "grandad".This was when Kate jumped in to Richard's defence and said that Adil had a "nasty streak" in him that morning.Unfazed by Adil's comments, Richard laughed it off and continued to present his showbiz section which included a potential Girls Aloud reunion and Liam Payne discussing his bizarre accent.As Richard was first shown on the programme, Adil said: "Alright Grandad?" Kate then said: "He's got a nasty streak in him this morning, I tell you, Adil. Calling you grandad..." Richard then quipped: "I can snatch a compliment every time he unlocks his jaw don't worry, that little twinkle of his." This comes a day after Kate and Adil were forced to apologise for a guest's language live on-air.Ukrainian businessman Andrey Stavnitser starred on the show to talk about bombing his own house after learning Russians had taken it over.Talking about his decision, after being branded a hero by the Ukrainian people, he said: "If you would ask me two months ago what feeling I would have if hostile military people in my house, I would say fury and anger.

fans may notice a familiar face if they watch a Tom Hardy film over the long weekend.Actress Lorraine Stanley - aka Walford's Karen Taylor - had a small role as a barmaid in the crime thriller Legend back in 2015.Lorraine, who has been on EastEnders since 2017, appeared in the biographical crime thriller which saw Tom play a dual role as notorious identical twins Ronnie and Reggie Kray, two of East London's most dreaded gangsters.Lorraine is almost unrecognisable as she had a blonde bob in the film.As well as parts in numerous TV shows, Lorraine also had small roles in other films including Made In Dagenham and Suffragette. These days, Lorraine has long hair, which she wears up in a bun as Karen.

Danny Dyer has reportedly signed up to an online drama school to teach acting lessons after his departure from EastEnders. The actor, 44, revealed in January that he would be departing the popular BBC One soap after nine years of playing Mick Carter and his "explosive" exit is set to air later this year. And now, according to new reports, Danny has signed up to London company I Am Pro, which is co-founded by co-star Charlie Brooks and costs £30 a month for budding actors.

EastEnders star Tamzin Outhwaite has taken on a new challenge this year, as viewers will watch her compete in new BBC show Freeze The Fear.

 The musician appeared on Channel 4’s Celebrity Gogglebox with his son and Capital FM DJ Roman, where the duo were beloved by viewers due to their banter and funny dynamic.However, Roman previously revealed his father had to be talked into taking part in the show.The presenter divulged: "I've always loved it but I had to convince my dad to do it. “They approached us and I was like 'oh my God let's absolutely do it'."And he said, 'No, I don't think so. I don't want want people in the house.

GOOD Morning Britain hosts were left stunned by EastEnders' Michelle Collins' revelation about the late June Brown being "obsessed with fitness." Michelle - who played Cindy Beale in the BBC soap - revealed secrets about her co-star June Brown who passed away last week at the age of 95. Michelle appeared on Good Morning Britain on Friday and discussed what June was like behind the scenes.

Love Island star. She told them she was the happiest she has been in "such a long time" during a question and answer session with her fans on Instagram. Dani, the daughter of EastEnders star Danny Dyer, received the following message: "No Q.