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His grandmother was a Neighbours battleaxe who viewers loved to hate – the formidable Mrs Mangel. His dad, hapless but likeable Joe, forced to look after his son after he was sent away to live in Erinsborough. So most viewers who watched the popular Aussie soap back in the 1990s will remember little Toby Mangel, also known for being cousin to Plain Jane Superbrain and a huge friend to Bouncer, the dog.

EastEnders star Michelle Gayle barely seems to have aged a day, despite appearing in the popular BBC One soap an incredible three decades ago. London-born actress Michelle famously portrayed Hattie Tavernier from 1990 to 1993 and is now 53 years old.The Taverniers were a landmark family in EastEnders as they were the first collective black family to join the soap at the same time.

Former Britain's Got Talent child stars Bars and Melody have grown up and look unrecognisable in their recent snaps. The duo, who won hearts with their anti-bullying rap on the ITV talent show back in 2014, are still going strong as a rap and R&B act, ten years later.They've been sharing their journey together on Instagram, showing off their mature looks. Charlie Lenehan (Melody) is now covered in tattoos while Leondre Devries (Bars) has shot up in height.

In the glitzy world of Hollywood, fame and fortune often go hand in hand. But for some major stars, the allure of the spotlight eventually fades, leading them to trade celebrity status for more traditional careers. From Disney darlings to A-list icons, these Hollywood stars have waved goodbye to fame in pursuit of new passions and paths.

Tori Spelling recently sent waves of nostalgia crashing over fans when she took to Instagram to share a snapshot of herself sandwiched between her Beverly Hills, 90210 co-stars Brian Austin Green and Jason Priestley. Captioning the photo of the trio, she quipped: "It's a Donna sandwich.

Former Midsomer Murders star, John Nettles, has surfaced in nostalgic TV pics, leaving fans stunned by his transformation over the years. John, renowned for his portrayal of DCI Tom Barnaby in the beloved murder mystery, bid farewell to the show in 2011 after gracing screens since its original pilot in 1996. Following his departure, Neil Dudgeon has since taken over as the new lead on the much-loved ITV drama.

Hollywood actor John Goodman looked unrecognisable after shedding an incredible 200lbs in weight as he was spotted in New York with a dramatically different physique on Wednesday.The Flintstones star, 71, was snapped looking svelte as he showcased his newly slimmed-down figure in a green hoodie, jeans and slip-on shoes. John and his wife Anna Beth Goodman, 55, were spotted after they flew into John F Kennedy International Airport, with the A-lister briefly stopping to sign some autographs for fans.The star's public appearance after he continues to share rare insights into his 17-year weight-loss journey; in 2007 he vowed to transform his life and went on to shed an astonishing 14 stone.

Bratavio were the boy band duo who first shot to fame on The X Factor back in 2016. Bradley Hunt infamously competed alongside his friend Ottavio Columbro and became part of Louis Walsh's groups during the show's 13th season.They admitted during their first audition that they'd fallen out over some uncooked chicken, with Ottavio auditioning on his own before being reconciled with Bradley and later being forced to change their group name.They went on to make it through bootcamp and then the nail-biting Judges Houses stage, before Louis, now 71, took them through to the live shows.The duo went on to sing Boom, Boom, Boom, Boom by the Vegaboys and Barbie Girl by Aqua. Now Bradley has revealed an amazing body transformation after clearly putting in some work at the gym – he sports rippling muscles and an impressive six-pack in topless shots.

The iconic 90s sitcom Sister Sister has marked its 30th anniversary, with the stars reflecting fondly back on their time on the show. Fans will remember the US series, which launched in 1994, starring identical twin sisters Tia Landry and Tamera Campbell who were separated at birth, only to be reunited as teenagers. The sisters are twins in real life with the surname, Mowry but Tamera has since married and now goes by the surname of Mowry-Housley.

Wonder Woman icon Lynda Carter doesn't seem to have aged a day.The 1970s star looked decades younger than her 72 years as she stepped out in Washington DC. Lynda donned a bright blue pantsuit for the 2024 Gershwin Prize dinner held at the Library of Congress last week. Fans remember her best for starring in the hit 1970s superhero series, wowing in loose silk trousers with a black stripe down one side.

For long-time fans, the cast of Dallas holds a special place in TV history.The iconic nighttime soap, which aired on CBS from 1978 to 1991, not only won four Emmys but also revolutionised television storytelling with its legendary cliffhangers. One of the most iconic moments in television history occurred on March 21, 1980, when the character JR Ewing, portrayed by the late Larry Hagman, was shot twice by an unseen assailant.The mystery of "Who shot JR?" captivated millions of viewers, and when the answer was finally revealed on November 21 of the same year, it became one of the most-watched television episodes of all time.

Nick Tilsley and Leanne Battersby's third-time-lucky wedding looks just as doomed as the Coronation Street stars' other trips up the aisle, with doubts creeping in for Nick and Leanne's head about to be turned.The groom-to-be is feeling unsure about marrying Leanne again after discovering she helped son Simon to cover up his drunk-driving crash where Nick's own son Sam was also in the car. But things are about to get even more rocky when Leanne drags a reluctant Nick along to a wedding fayre, which also happens to be at the same venue as a cult meeting that she is hoping will set Simon back on the straight and narrow.

Peter Cunnah, who was part of the dance group D:Ream, is now barely recognisable 30 years after their number one hit song. The band, which also included Al Mackenzie, had several top 40 hits including U R the Best Thing and Shoot Me with Your Love. However, it was their 1994 track Things Can Only Get Better that reached number one.

Nineties star Stacey Dash seems to have discovered the fountain of youth, dazzling fans with her age-defying looks that rival her Clueless days. The timeless beauty, now 57, shot to fame alongside Hollywood newcomers in the cult classic 1995 film, Clueless, where she portrayed the fashionable and quick-witted Dionne Davenport. Somewhat based on Jane Austen’s 1815 novel Emma, Clueless was released in 1995, and it was written and directed by Amy Heckerling.

Stephen Merchant, known for his comedic brilliance and towering height, has become a household name both on and off screen. With a reported net worth of £26.6 million, he's cemented his status as the UK's richest comedian, surpassing industry heavyweights like Peter Kay and Ricky Gervais.

Fans of the 90s boyband Five might struggle to recognise one of its members, who's now sporting a completely different look, 26 years after his music industry debut. Ritchie Neville, now 44, was known for his light brown hair styled into curtains, as well as his cheeky charm during his time in the band. But Ritchie has now swapped his old style for a darker hair colour and edgy tattoos on his arms.

Eighties pop legend Carol Decker looked unrecognisable in a recent Instagram snap, after revealing that she underwent surgery for colon cancer last year. The 66 year old songstress posted a glam snap to Instagram around Christmas time, as she showed off her trademark red hair and gazed into the camera, whilst smiling a half-smile. She wore dark grey eyeshadow and a slick of pink gloss on her lips.

Former Emmerdale star Kelli Hollis has given fans a peek into her new life after leaving the soap. Kelli, 47, who played Ali Spencer on the hit ITV soap from 2011 to 2015 has revealed she now runs a 'weed bar' in Thailand, having left the UK for a more relaxed lifestyle.

Gladiators star Hunter looks completely unrecoginsable – 21 years since he was last on TV. The show has recently had a reboot on BBC One, with hosts Bradley Walsh and his son Bradley presiding over the arena. Viewers have been 'emotional' as they 'relive their youth'.

Sally Lindsay has carved a prominent place in the British entertainment scene, charming audiences across the years. Beyond her on-screen success in popular shows like Coronation Street, Loose Women, and Still Open All Hours, Sally's life off-screen is a fascinating journey. While best known for her acting prowess, Sally also had a brief foray into the music scene with her school choir's Christmas number one hit.

A 90s heartthrob, who starred in the hugely popular teen drama Dawson's Creek, is miles away from his bad boy role of Drue Valentine with a completely new career. Mark Matkevich, 45, played the role of Drue in 17 episodes of Dawson's Creek which ran from 1998 to 2003.The series followed a group of best friends who were students at Capeside High School. Some of Drue's storylines saw him kiss Joey during the fourth season, but the relationship never progressed.