EastEnders' viewers in awe of Sharon Watts as she looks '20 years old'

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 predicting Linda’ Carters daughter Nancy will uncover the truth about Janine Butcher’s sick plan after the pair shared a weird encounter at the Queen Vic.As Nancy turned up at Mick Carter's to see why he hadn’t opened up the pub, a gloating Janine, who had spent a sexy night with Mick, walked out into the hallway and pretended to bump into Nancy Carter, making sure she was seen.As Nancy explained that she hadn’t slept following concerns about her mum, Janine bragged, saying that Mick was “dead to world” after the wild night the two shared. She also made a comment about being part of the family and appeared to show no concern for Linda.Fans saw Nancy pause after Janine ushered off, pulling a confused and suspicious look.Viewers immediately began theorizing online about her reaction, guessing that Janine’s gloating and lack of empathy might cause Nancy to suspect her of wrongdoing.“Is Nancy working it out?” said one viewer.“Nancy’s gonna kill Janine when she finds out the truth and she’s onto her #eastenders,’ said another.A third added: “Janine rubbing it in Nancy's eternal moody face she looks suspicious of her! Nancy pls abeg - she will figure it out and draggggg her down those stairs,” added a third.Fans recently saw Janine smash Linda’s car into a tree and move her lifeless body into the driver’s seat.She then doused her body in booze, before wiping off her fingerprints and fleeing the scene.

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 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 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.

Tipping Point fans are known for not suffering fools gladly and taking to Twitter seconds after any gaffs to mock the contestants. And today’s episode was no exception as viewers flocked to social media after a contestant failed to correctly answer a question.Around halfway through the hit ITV quiz show, which has an army of loyal online fans, one of the questions was: “The line of latitude known as the 38th parallel loosely serves to divide which Asian peninsula into two countries?”Quite a hard one, to be fair - but Tipping Point viewers are generally clever clogs.

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.

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.