Corrie star makes shock return as soap tackles relatable storyline

Strictly Come Dancing fans were left delighted during Saturday night's episode as a show legend made a shock return. Ed Balls burst back into the studio performing some of his iconic moves from his time on the programme back in 2016.The former Labour MP was on hand to help host Claudia Winkleman with the terms and conditions of the public vote.

Coronation Street star Ryan Connor actor Ryan Prescott has confirmed that Lucy Fallon will be returning as Bethany Platt, after the character left three years ago to take a magazine internship in London.The actor was joined by his co-star Lucy at the Inside Soap Awards on Monday 25 September where he revealed Lucy’s comeback and hinted that a new romance could be on the cards for his character soon. When asked about Bethany returning to the soap, Ryan told The Mirror: “I believe so yeah”. Discussing a reunion between Ryan and Bethany and a future romance, the soap star said: “Who knows, I like Lucy she's a fantastic actress.The love triangle has become a love square." He continued: “I'd love for Ryan to find his feet in a relationship somewhere, I don't know with who.

A GB News presenter has been suspended following a strongly-worded rant in defence of his co-host Dan Wootton after the broadcaster and Laurence Fox were suspended from the channel.

Coronation Street star Nicola Thorp has delighted fans on social media as she revealed that she and her partner Nikesh Patel are officially expecting their first child together.The 34 year old actress, who is best known to fans for playing Nicola Rubinstein in the ITV soap, announced the news on Instagram as she shared a number of photos that showcased her blossoming baby bump. In a joint post with Nikesh, Nicola could be seen wearing a figure hugging red dress that perfectly showcased her changing body, alongside the caption: “Some news.” In an accompanying screenshot of a text message, Nicola also cheekily poked fun at her fiancé as she made reference to her leaking breasts as she wrote: “Bab…my tits are leaking.

Coronation Street star Cait Fitton has shared a beaming behind-the-scenes snap with her co-star Ryan Prescott as fans share how they really feel about the new ITV soap storyline involving the pair.

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Coronation Street fans tuning into Tuesday night’s visit to the Cobbles, were treated to a very unexpected guest when Hollyoaks legend Nicole Barber Lane appeared at Kevin’s garage, Webster’s Autos, in the hope of finding a reliable mechanic to service her taxi firm’s fleet. Initially things appeared to be promising, but Cassie Plummer soon put her foot in it when she revealed that she was an ex-junkie and had learnt all of her vocational skills while serving time at her majesty's pleasure - something which didn't go down too well with owner Kevin who considered his new recruit to be a "liability" when it came to drumming up new clients.

While there have been many same-sex relationships in Coronation Street, none has resulted in a wedding – until now. In 2011, Sophie Webster (Brooke Vincent) made it down the aisle but left Sian Powers (Sacha Parkinson) in the church, and in 2019 poor Rana Nazir (Bhavna Limbachia) died on the day she was supposed to marry Kate Connor (Faye Brookes). Now, Billy Mayhew (Daniel Brocklebank) and Paul Foreman (Peter Ash) are about to tie the knot.

Sort Your Life Out star Dilly Carter has appeared back on Stacey Solomon’s BBC show after revealing she was diagnosed with cancer during the filming last year. Dilly took to social media to reveal her absence from last week’s episode, Thursday 14 September and revealed it was because she had received a devastating cancer diagnosis and was undergoing major surgery. Dilly shared with her followers back in April that she had been diagnosed with stage one cancer of the womb, but is now doing well following treatment.

My Mum Your Dad star Sharon Benson left the Loose Women panel squirming on Thursday morning after she admitted she didn't fancy co-star Elliot Davidson when she first met him on the show. Both Sharon and Elliot, who appear to be at the beginning of a blossoming relationship, appeared on the daytime show ahead of the semi-final of the hit ITV show on Thursday night. And 53 year old Sharon made the awkward admission that she didn't actually fancy Elliot when she first met him.

Doctors actress Wendi Peters has reportedly quit the BBC soap less than a year after she took the starring role.The 55 year old plays Nina Bulsara in the medical show after joining earlier this year, but she is said to have already filmed her final scenes. A Doctors fan account on Instagram called @doctorsbbc has said that she is departing from her role. Sharing a picture of the actress on the page, they wrote: "Wendi Peters is departing from her role as Nina Bulsara, having filmed her final scenes this week." Fans were quick to pick up on the news as they commented on their disappointment at her possible departure.

Former Britain's Got Talent drag star La Voix has made a tearful plea to her followers after her van, containing all of the equipment for her shows, got stolen.The 43 year old, who rose to fame when she appeared on BGT in 2014 as part of The London Big Gay Band, which made it to the semi final, posted a video to Instagram asking for help to find the van. Dressed in a red silk robe, adorned with her act initials, La Voix could be seen in full makeup with her red hair teased into glamorous curls as she talked to the camera, with tears swimming in her eyes.

Manchester United forward Rasmus Hojlund has provided a positive update on Mason Mount's fitness after he was spotted in training on Tuesday.

BBC News star Joanna Gosling has announced her next move after leaving the corporation at the start of the year.

When Haris Namani was booted from the Love Island villa during this year's winter series, it looked like his hopes of finding love were over. But now it's been revealed that the 21-year-old hasn't given up hope just yet, as he's signed the Albanian version of the hit dating show.The salesman, from Doncaster, who was originally linked to Olivia Hawkins during his time on the series, was removed during his time on the UK series however, after a video of him involved in a street brawl emerged on social media.

Coronation Street lads Colson Smith, Jack P Shepherd and Ben Price were spotted out and about in the Manchester sunshine while on a break from filming this week. Famed for playing police officer Craig Tinker, 23 year old Colson sported a mint green T-shirt and grey shorts; David Platt star Jack, 35, kicked back in a red and white Hawaiian-style shirt with rolled-up black jeans, and Nick Tilsley's Ben, 51, opted for an all-black wardrobe as temperatures soared across England. An unknown baseball-capped pal - possibly a Corrie crew member - joined them as the soap trio chilled out at a park table.

Coronation Street star Paddy Bever marked a soap milestone for his character this week. The actor is known for playing Max Turner in the ITV soap having taken over the role back in 2021.

Sean “Diddy” Combs is set to receive the Global Icon Award and make his live return at this year’s MTV Video Music Awards.The rapper will receive the prestigious prize at New Jersey’s famed Prudential Center for his “unparalleled career and continued influence that has achieved unrivaled global success in music and beyond” next Tuesday (September 12).He will also perform on the night live for the first time at the VMAs since 2005.In addition to receiving the Global Icon Award, Diddy is also nominated for four other awards this year two of which include Best Collaboration for his work on ‘Creepin’ (Remix) and ‘Gotta Move On’ featuring Bryson Tiller, Ashanti and Yung Miami as well as Best Rap and Best R&B.He made his debut at the event in 1997 performing ‘Mo Money Mo Problems’ live and he went on to host the VMAs in 2005.Last year, the Global Icon Award went to Red Hot Chili Peppers who dedicated their prize to late Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins.Meanwhile, Shakira will also be presented with the Video Vanguard Award at the VMAs, which was previously won in 2022 by Nicki Minaj, while other past winners include Madonna, Janet Jackson, LL Cool J, Jennifer Lopez and Missy Elliott.Taylor Swift, Doja Cat and SZA lead this year’s nominations with Swift getting eight nods, and the latter receiving six. Kim Petras, Miley Cyrus, Nicki Minaj, Olivia Rodrigo, and Sam Smith are all up for five each.

Coronation Street actress Charlotte Jordan has shown off her rarely-seen boyfriend in a behind the scenes snap. Charlotte, who plays Daisy Midgeley in the ITV soap, took to her Instagram story on Sunday, 3 September, to post the shot of her boyfriend Paul with her on-screen boyfriend Robert Mallard, who plays Daniel Osbourne.The trio were outside taking in the sunshine, and it appeared that Paul was looking over a script as Rob watched on. Alongside the image, the 28 year old wrote: "Real bae runs lines with fake bae." Paul isn't actually an actor, but in 2020, he made a quick cameo appearance on the cobbles.