EastEnders’ Letitia Dean fights back tears as she reveals close family member’s death at British Soap Awards

Love Island 's Andrew Le Page has tearfully admitted that he was 'falling' for Tasha Ghouri and ruled out a future with his new partner Coco Lodge. It's been a tumultuous week for Andrew, 27, who was loved-up with Tasha, 23, from Day One in the villa, until Tasha and the girls went to Casa Amor and the guys met six new girls in the main villa.The new girls were quick to tell Andrew that Tasha was taking him for a fool, which prompted him to "think about myself for once" and crack on with newcomer Coco, 28. In last night's tense recoupling episode, Andrew chose to couple up with Coco, but was left absolutely fuming when Tasha walked in with Billy Brown, 23.

With the sun shining and the temperatures rising, it’s safe to say that summer is well and truly here. But as things hotten up, many people up and down the country may be planning on jetting off to enjoy a much needed break overseas. And while going on holiday may be a chance to experience some new sights and scenes, it can also cause some people to miss their home comforts - whether that’s their bed, shower or favourite TV show.

EXCLUSIVE: The BBC has greenlit a landmark documentary film and 10-part podcast on Shamima Begum – the teenager who travelled to Syria to join ISIS before trying to return and having her citizenship revoked – from the team behind the multi award-winning I’m Not A Monster.

Stranger Things’ creators the Duffer bothers are making a new live action adaptation of Death Note for Netflix.Netflix previously released a live-action Death Note movie in 2017, directed by Adam Wingard and starring Nat Wolff.Now, Netflix have announced that the Duffer brothers will make a new live adaptation of the Manga story.While details of the project are sparse as yet, it will be a live-action television adaptation of the manga and anime classic.An all-new live-action television adaptation of the renowned Japanese manga and anime series Death Note.— Netflix (@netflix) July 6, 2022The brothers recently announced a new production company called Upside Down Pictures, which will create more film and television projects for Netflix.Some of those unveiled include a new original series from the creators of Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance and an adaptation of Stephen King and Peter Straub’s The Talisman in partnership with Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Entertainment and Paramount TV.There are also plans for a new stage adaptation set in the Stranger Things universe and a live-action Stranger Things spin-off based on an original idea by the brothers.An original series from creators Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews (Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance).— Netflix (@netflix) July 6, 2022A series adaptation of Stephen King and Peter Straub‘s The Talisman to be created by Curtis Gwinn.— Netflix (@netflix) July 6, 2022A new stage play set within the world and mythology of Stranger Things, produced by prolific and multi award-winning producers Sonia Friedman, Stephen Daldry (The Crown, Billy Elliot, The Reader), and Netflix.

HELEN Skelton has been dubbed as "thick" by Summer on the Farm viewers after asking a "truly stupid" question on the show. On Thursday evening, the popular show returned on Channel 5 and with it came Helen back in front of the camera - but her line of questioning soon stole the show.

Natasha Lyonne looked totally smitten as she stepped out in New York City with a mystery man on Thursday night.The pair strolled arm-in-arm while making their way to Broadway's American Buffalo on foot.The 43-year-old Russian Doll star was first spotted with the bearded hunk last year following her split from longtime boyfriend Fred Armisen. Smitten:Natasha Lyonne looked totally smitten as she stepped out in New York City with a mystery man on Thursday nightNatasha looked ultra stylish for their date night in a black mini dress with a white Peter Pan collar and matching cuffs.She styled the quirky dress with some black patent leather Gucci loafers and a bright orange Gucci crossbody bag.

Kylie Jenner pushed back against a man who said he's an Instacart worker claiming he heard 'a baby scream' while he was delivering food to her Los Angeles area mansion.'Lying for attention rubs me the wrong way sorry,' the Keeping Up with the Kardashians beauty, 24, said on TikTok in response to the story circulated by a 20-year-old TikTok user named Pablo Tamayo, E! News reported. (She later deleted the message.)Tamayo, who has more than 400,000 TikTok followers under the handle @thisisntpablo, posted a clip Tuesday in which he claimed that he picked up $12 worth of pepperoni from the West Hollywood grocery store Erewhon for the Instacart order.

After two back-to-back seasons of The Bachelorette in 2021, the hit ABC series returns next week, this time with dual Bachelorettes, Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia.ABC announced in March that Windey, 31, and Recchia, 26, who were both runners-up in Season 26 of The Bachelor, would serve as the franchise's first dual Bachelorettes in the same season.The leading ladies were promoting the new season, debuting Monday, July 11 at 8 PM on ABC, on Good Morning America, where they explained how this season will work. Dual:After two back-to-back seasons of The Bachelorette in 2021, the hit ABC series returns next week, this time with dual Bachelorettes, Gabby Windey and Rachel Recchia Explain:The leading ladies were promoting the new season, debuting Monday, July 11 at 8 PM on ABC, on Good Morning America, where they explained how this season will workBoth The Bachelor and The Bachelorette franchises both operate under the same format - one contestant, many suitors, who are eliminated over the course of the season leaving the contestant with just one, who they may or may not pop the question to.When asked how this season would work with two separate Bachelorettes, Gabby said, 'We are each on our own journeys.

Just a day after 17-year-old Stranger Things star Noah Schnapp shared private DMs between him and Doja Cat, the singer fired back.Schnapp posted a video on TikTok that showcased private DMs between him and the 26-year-old singer (real nameAmala Ratna Zandile Dlamini), where she expressed a romantic interest in his Stranger Things co-star Joseph Quinn, 29.Doja Cat took to Instagram Live on Thursday, calling out the actor for his duplicitous act, though she didn't want her fans to overreact, since Schnapp is 'just a kid.' Response:Just a day after 17-year-old Stranger Things star Noah Schnapp shared private DMs between him and Doja Cat, the singer fired back Noah:Schnapp posted a video on TikTok that showcased private DMs between him and the 26-year-old singer (real name Amala Ratna Zandile Dlamini), where she expressed a romantic interest in his Stranger Things co-star Joseph Quinn, 29She began by saying she tried to make a, 'three-minute TikTok but it didn't work,' so she opted for an Instagram Live video, adding she hoped someone was recording the video.'I'm just gonna say something right now, about the whole f***ing Noah Schnapp thing,' she began. 'I think that...

Katharine McPhee shared several images and videos that had been taken during her Italian getaway to her Instagram account on Wednesday and Thursday.The 38-year-old American Idol runner-up initially showed off her eye-catching form and displayed her impressive jewelry collection for her fans with a sizzling snap.The performer later shared a picture that featured her baby son Rennie, aged one, whom she shares with her husband of several years, David Foster. Vacation: Katharine McPhee shared several images and videos that had been taken during her Italian getaway to her Instagram account on Wednesday and ThursdayMcPhee initially wore a revealing white bikini top underneath a white button-up shirt during her boating trip.The Over It singer added a bit of color to her outfit with a multicolored skirt that showed off her toned legs.

Lyndsy Fonseca and husband Noah Bean are now the proud parents of two girls.TheDesperate Housewives alum took to her Instagram page on Thursday, July 7, to announce she had given birth to their daughter Evelyn, but it didn't all go down as planned.'We are complete,' Fonseca gratefully declared alongside a photo of their first daughterGreta holding her new sister in her arms.The actress went on to reveal her baby girl's full name 'Evelyn Estella Bean', before sharing that she 'arrived a month early, on June 20th.' Baby girl arrives early: Lyndsy Fonseca announced she and husband Noah Bean welcomed their second daughter, Evelyn Estella Bean, to the world a month early, with a picture of her older sister Greta holding her in her armsIn the photo it appears four-year-old Greta is puckering up to give her baby sister a kiss on the forehead.Cradling little Evelyn in her arms, Greta already looked like the protective big sister, while going shirtless during this memorable moment between siblings. At just 18 days old, Evelyn looked warm and comfortable wrapped up in a soft white blanket, as Greta gave her plenty of love and affection.

Nick Jonas offered a brief update on his daughter Malti, who spent her first 100 days in the NICU.Jonas, 29, and wife Priyanka Chopra, 39, welcomed Malti via surrogate in January, though Chopra opened up about Malti's struggles on Mother's Day.Jonas was at theACC Golf Championship in Nevada when ET's Kevin Frazier caught up with the singer and actor, who revealed his daughter is doing much better. Update:Nick Jonas offered a brief update on his daughter Malti, who spent her first 100 days in the NICU'All is good,' Jonas said regarding his daughter, during his appearance at the golf tournament.He was also asked about his life as a father, which Jonas said, 'is certainly life changing.' Jonas added that Malti, 'is amazing,' while adding that being her father, 'brings me a lot of joy.' All is good:'All is good,' Jonas said regarding his daughter, during his appearance at the golf tournament While Priyanka and Malti were not at the tournament, Jonas added that his wife is starting to warm up to the sport of golf, in a way.'She's picking the game up.

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.

EASTENDERS fans are horrified after Mick Carter finally slept with Janine Butcher - after discovering wife Linda drunk drove. The Queen Vic landlord - who is played by actor Danny Dyer in the BBC soap - hasn’t been able to be intimate with new love Janine in the months since they got together.

EastEnders actress Letitia Dean has wowed fans after dropping an incredible four dress sizes in just four months. The soap star, who is well-known for playing Sharon Watts in the long-running BBC soap, has been following a new diet to help lose the weight.Letitia, 54, returned to EastEnders earlier this year and was branded a "skinny Queen" by fans.In just four months, Letitia went from 10st 4lbs to 8st 3lbs by switching up her diet and lifestyle.Alongside a new workout regime, the actress reduced her calorie intake to just 1,300 in order to shed the pounds quickly.She has revealed that she consumed "healthy food" such as pitta bread and skinless chicken and made sure to eat "lots of greens".Letitia told the Express: "It was incredible.

DANNY DYER will leave EastEnders in an explosive Christmas storyline – that will put an end to Mick Carter for good. Talking exclusively to The Sun, Danny has revealed there will be no way back for Queen Vic landlord Mick.

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 Letitia Dean, who has been playing iconic character Sharon Watts for nearly four decades on the BBC soap, scooped up the coveted Outstanding Achievement award. As she took to the stage to huge applause at London's Hackney Empire, she was greeted by her former on-screen mum Anita Dobson.Accepting her award, Letitia thanked the cast and crew of the BBC soap before sharing a sad family loss at the end of her acceptance speech.She also said that it was "overwhelming" to win and that she was "so touched" by the love from everyone at home and in the room.She said: "I lost my daddy a week ago, so this is for my daddy, I hope he's proud," as the audience cheered her.Letitia added: "And for my darling mummy and I hope you enjoy your fish and chips," before ending: "But seriously, thank you guys,"I'm not very good at this public speaking, but I do love you all and thank you so much for the way you love me."A montage of Letitia's best bits played out, with Anita telling the crowd how supportive Letitia had been to her on her first day before her co-stars Kellie Bright, Gillian Taylforth and Steve McFadden paid tribute to her.Anita told the crowd: "The recipient of this award, I have known for a very long time."I first met her when she was 16 years old! She’s been in over 2000 episodes, she’s had 237 duff duffs, she’s also been landlady of the Queen Vic – 6 times!"Amazing storylines, and the revelation of her affair with Phil Mitchell – which brought in 23.5 million viewers!"Not bad hey? She’s quirky, funny, talented, glorious, glamourous, an icon." EastEnders and Emmerdale scooped the most awards during the 2022 ceremony, which has been the first one since 2019.

EASTENDER Shona McGarty last night gave a cheeky nod to her growing closeness to co-star Max Bowden, smiling: “Who doesn’t love a kebab?” Shona, 30, and Max, 27, were recently snapped holding hands outside a doner and shish takeaway van and are spending lots of time together, say pals. Beaming Shona, who plays Whitney Dean against Max’s Ben Mitchell, told us: “He’s an incredible actor, such a great actor.

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.