Corrie's Leanne Battersby star Jane Danson's life off screen from partner to tragic loss

A major conference is being held today to debate the political future of the North of England under the Government’s levelling up plans.

Luisa Bradshaw-White has turned her back on acting in order to pursue a career as a dance teacher and a DJ. The EastEnders star, 47, portrayed Tina Carter in the hit BBC One soap for seven years, having made her first appearance on the show back in 2013.

After rising to fame with his iconic drag person Lily Savage, Paul O’Grady has become a national treasure thanks to his numerous radio shows, TV programmes and incredible presenting abilities. Known for his quick wit and charming personality, the beloved presenter quickly won over the hearts of the nation with his emotional series For The Love of Dogs as he told the stories of abandoned pets at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home. But despite amassing a legion of fans, Paul lives a considerably private life away from the cameras.

Cherylee Houston is currently lighting up screens on Coronation Street where she plays Izzy Armstrong.The 46-year-old joined the soap back in 2010 fast becoming involved in some of the soap's most dramatic storylines. Cherylee was the first disabled actress to be cast in the show, forever landing her a place in soap history. Following a break from the show due to the pandemic, the TV star is back on screens with viewers curious to find out more about her life away from the Cobbles.

Former Coronation Street star Bruce Jones has spoken about the moment he discovered a body believed to be that of a Yorkshire Ripper victim.

Coronation Street star Kimberly Hart-Simpson has recently revealed she is returning to the soap.

The new - and additional - Michelin stars were announced last week, with the north receiving particular attention from the hallowed food guide this year.

Coronation Street icon Eileen Derbyshire landed her role as Emily Bishop on the cobbles in 1961 before she left in 2016. The legendary actress, 90, who spent 55 years in Weatherfield as Emily Bishop which made her the longest-serving female cast member in a British soap, devastated fans where she departed to travel to Peru for charity work and reunite with her nephew Spider. At the time, Kym Marsh, who plays Michelle Connor, revealed that Eileen hadn't left the show for good but had taken a sabbatical.

Jack Smethurst, best known for starring in sitcom Love Thy Neighbour, has died aged 89. The actor was surrounded by his family when he died peacefully, according to the Daily Star. Jack played the bigoted Eddie Booth in the controversial 1970s comedy, alongside EastEnders star Rudolph Walker.

Love Island’s Lillie Haynes has told fans on social media that she’s had a nose job, saying “everything went well”.The 23 year old shot to fame on the ITV2 show last year after kissing Liam Reardon in Casa Amor and then later breaking the news to a shocked Millie Court. Explaining that her nose had always been her “biggest insecurity”, she shared the news with fans on Instagram that she was heading to Manchester to get a rhinoplasty.

Alex Telles brought up a major career milestone with Manchester United against Brighton on Tuesday night.

Netflix Wednesday. The hip-hop star breaks down his mental-health struggles since the 2007 death of his beloved mother Donda West in “Act III: Awakening” — the third episode of the three-part documentary, which will begin streaming on March 2.

Kanye West has regularly connected his personal life to his music and other work throughout his career. While he’s performed tons of songs that reference friendships, his kids, and past romantic partners, one person who’s been a constant from day one is his mom Donda West. He’s been referencing his mama from his first album, well into his most recent record Donda in 2021. With the expected release of Donda 2, it’s clear Ye will keep paying tribute to his mom, who died in 2007 for years to come. Find out everything you need to know about Donda here.