Soap stars often form strong bonds while filming long-running shows, and it's no surprise that they frequently liken each other to family.
Devoted viewers who have followed the actors for years may be unaware that several stars have real-life family ties away from our television screens.
Popular soaps such as Emmerdale, Coronation Street, and EastEnders are home to many family members who work together or appear on rival shows but continue to support each other.
Just in time for the festive season - a typically dramatic time on telly - let's take a look at the real-life soap stars who are siblings, starting with the Swash's and the Thomas brothers.
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