Stars who got their unlikely big breaks from Neighbours – from Gladiator actor to Strictly star

ACTRESS Sarah Ellen appears in full bloom on the beach. The Aussie, 24, found fame in Neighbours playing Madison Robinson — daughter of Kylie Minogue’s character Charlene.

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Neighbours is reportedly hoping to reunite Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan for the Australian soap's farewell scenes as it faces being axed in the UK. According to new reports, Jason, 53, is said to have told show bosses that he is flying to Melbourne in April and he could potentially shoot a "dramatic comeback" — but he wants to be joined by Kylie, 53. Jason played Scott Robinson on the soap from 1986–1989 while Kylie played his on-screen wife Charlene Robinson from 1986–1988.

Scott and Charlene - aka Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan - could be heading back to Ramsay Street.

Former Neighbours star Natalie Imbruglia has spoken of her devastation that the popular Aussie soap is being axed in the UK. Speaking on the Heart Breakfast show with JK and Kelly Brook, Natalie, 47, reflected on her time playing Beth Brennan in Ramsay Street, as she backed a fan petition to save the soap from being cancelled. Natalie, who portrayed Beth from 1992 to 1994, told the show’s hosts she was gutted about the news, saying: “Oh I think it's really sad!” The Aussie star, who was crowned the winner of The Masked Singer on Saturday 12 February after impressing the star detectives and fans, continued: “I think at this point we just thought it was gonna go on forever so, I, you know, people are petitioning.

Dancing On Ice and the gruelling Celebrity SAS. Speaking about the secret to retaining her youth, she told the publication: 'I think the best way to stay young is to push yourself out of your comfort zone.

Big Brother second series star Glyn Wise has revealed he avoided meeting Easy On Me singer Adele as she made a surprise appearace at London’s Heaven nightclub. After shooting to fame in Big Brother in 2006 at the age of 18, the Welshman won the heart of the nation coming second to that year’s winner Pete Bennett.The popular Channel 4 Big Brother contestant rocked up to the show in his teens famously wearing a life guard out.

NEIGHBOURS bosses are planning to reunite superstars Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan for the axed soap’s farewell. Jason, 53, who played Scott Robinson, told show execs that he is flying to Melbourne in April and could potentially film a dramatic comeback.

Big Brother favourite Glyn Wise has shared an insight into his wild night at G-A-Y with pole-dancing Adele.The 34-year-old, who blasted onto our screens in 2006 aged 18 wearing lifeguard shorts when he entered the Big Brother house, enjoyed a wild night out at Heaven nightclub in Charing Cross alongside superstar Adele.The Welshman admitted to the MailOnline that he mistook the Easy On Me singer, 33, for Kylie Minogue, 53.He said: “I had never seen Adele in the flesh before, but I mistook her for Kylie Minogue. This is nothing new as I once spent the whole day with Mutya from Sugababes thinking she was Tracy Beaker from kid's TV!”Recalling the moment the penny dropped that an A-lister was in the building, Glyn disclosed: “I had just been to athletics training.

Rita Ora has been left “devastated” after losing her dream TV role just days after announcing the news.The singer was set to appear in the new Disney+ Beauty and Beast prequel series but the entertainment giants have since shelved the project after reports of production issues and delays.The 31-year-old was set to rub shoulders with a host stars for the big-budget eight-part prequel to the 2017 remake, including returning star Luke Evans, who plays Gaston, and Frozen’s Josh Gad as his sidekick LeFou.A source told The Sun: “Rita was absolutely devastated when she was told Beauty And The Beast had been put on ice.“There have been issues with the script. No one has any idea how long it will take to get the series back on track.”A second production source added: “Disney are huge fans of Rita.

A NEIGHBOURS superfan has vowed to re-watch every single episode after it was axed by Channel 5. Ben Fenlon, 42, said he was devastated when TV bosses revealed it was for the chop after nearly four decades.

The Chase star Jenny Ryan duetted with a drag queen at a surprise performance. Last night the TV quizzer was partying with pals at popular bar Two Brewers in Clapham, south London.And she ended up getting on stage to entertain the crowd with an impromptu performance.Jenny sang Kylie Minogue hit Get Outta My Way as a duet with legendary drag queen Sandra - and then she did a solo performance of Gloria Gaynor classic I Will Survive.The performance was hit by a technical fault that caused the music to cut out, but she continued and sang the rest of the song a cappella.The appearance went down a storm with the crowd.One onlooker said: "A lot of people spotted Jenny was there and they were really excited because they love watching her on The Chase."They were even more thrilled when she got up on stage and sang for everyone."Sandra and Jenny are both gifted vocally, so their duet got a great reaction.

Russell Crowe has landed his second role in the Marvel universe!

Brent Lang Executive Editor of Film and MediaOscar winner Russell Crowe has entered the Spiderverse.The “Gladiator” star has joined the cast of “Kraven the Hunter” in an unspecified role. Aaron Taylor-Johnson is starring in the title role as one of Spider-Man’s most deadly antagonists.J.C. Chandor, who previously oversaw “All Is Lost” and “Triple Frontier,” is directing.

Oscar winner Russell Crowe (Gladiator, The Loudest Voice) will star alongside Aaron Taylor-Johnson in Sony Pictures’ Marvel film Kraven the Hunter, from director J.C. Chandor (A Most Violent Year, Margin Call), Deadline can confirm.

ANT and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway will officially return to ITV later this month - and it's coming a lot sooner than you think. Earlier this week, the Geordie duo were seen gearing up for another series of their hit show in a revealing trailer, promising fans the "happiest ninety minutes of the week".

Sheffield to star in the critically-acclaimed show The Play What I Wrote. The play, which sold out every show during its West End run, will be showing at the Lyceum Theatre from Monday, February 28 – Saturday, March 5. Famed for delighting critics and audiences alike, the show has a special twist: every performance features a mystery guest star.

BBC Breakfast star Sally Nugent squirmed as she watched the iconic wedding kiss between Charlene and Scott on Neighbours.The 50-year-old presenter was back on our screens on Tuesday morning alongside co-host Dan Walker.They welcomed Neighbours actress Julie Mullins, who famously played Julie Martin in the Australia soap, to discuss the news that the long-running show is set to be axed after 37 years on air.Before Dan and Sally introduced Judy to the show, a lengthy montage of iconic moments from Neighbours played including Charlene and Scott's wedding day.The couple, played by Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan, celebrated becoming man and wife by sharing a passionate smooch at the alter.As the nostalgic footage came to an end, host Dan remarked: "That's a proper TV kiss that isn't it."Sally added: "Is that a bit much for this time of day."Millins played Julie from 1992 until 1994 and her storylines included struggling to befriend her stepson, her crumbling marriage and the discovery that she is a product of rape. During the interview, the actress explained that she hoped that there would be a way for Neighbours to star on air.Distressed stars from the Channel 5 soap were pictured in tears after they emerged from crisis chats about the future of the popular Australian show.The meeting comes after it was reported that the long-running soap could be axed after almost 40 years.The cast, including April Rose Pengilly, Tim Kano, Jackie Woodburne, Jemma Donovan, Tim Kano, Freya Van Dyke, Matt Wilson, were spotted leaving Nunawading Studios in Melbourne.April, who plays Chloe Brennan, was red-faced as she put on sunglasses to hide her face.

Neighbours.... the Aussie soap is facing the axe after being dropped by Channel 5.It means the Australian company which makes it must try to find a new UK home or it could be curtains for the teatime favourite.Neighbours launched the careers of stars including Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan who played squeaky-clean and wholesome characters.But behind the scenes, some of its actors battled addiction, tragedy and lawsuits.

Neighbours real-life “neighbours” are thrilled the Aussie soap is being axed.Householders living on the street where the show is filmed have had enough after 37 years.They say their lives have been hell having to put with tourists turning up and looking for Kylie Minogue, Margot Robbie and Olympia Valance.The quiet cul-de-sac called Pin Oak Court, in Vermont South, Melbourne, has been doubling up for Ramsay Street.This is where the cast who include Stefan Dennis and Alan Fletcher film their outside scenes. The interiors are shot inside a TV studio.Over the years, the residents have had to endure disruption from die hard soap fans, passing tourist traffic and blocked roads.They also have to keep the cul-de-sac in pristine condition.Pin Oak Court resident and tennis coach Rob Lewis said: “There are perks that come with living on the Neighbours street, but there are many downsides.“It’s been a big deal and a detriment.

As the fate of much loved Aussie soap Neighbours lies in doubt after more than 30 years on UK telly, we wanted to pay a very Scottish tribute to the show.