Lauren Lyle looks a million miles away from her Outlander character Marsali MacKimmie Fraser as she films for a different project.
08.06.2024 - 07:41 / ok.co.uk
EastEnders actor Shona McGarty is grasping life outside Albert Square with both hands, as she amazes fans with her gospel singing via Instagram. The 32-year-old emotionally made her exit from the BBC soap recently, after playing Whitney, Dean, the adoptive daughter of Patsy Palmer’s Bianca Jackson, since 2008. Shona’s angelic voice is no secret to fans, as she’s previously posted her ‘second’ career as a soprano in a gospel choir called UpMass.
As well as this, the former EastEnders star posts an array of videos on TikTok and Instagram, showing off her amazing vocal skills. In her latest video, the actress stunned audiences and fans as she put on a show stopping performance in a white jumpsuit. “Gospel.
The Anointing.
With my @upmass07 family,” she captioned the video. Impressed fans rushed to the comments to compliment the star on her stunning vocals. “What a magnificent voice,” gushed one.
Another penned: “What. A. Voice.” “Goosebumps,” commented a third.
A fourth wrote: “That’s a powerful song Shona, the anointing makes the difference in my life. Well done.” Shona’s final episode aired on May 23, as she emotionally left Walford via bus. However, at the time, the star emotionally revealed that she wouldn’t be watching her final scenes when they aired.
The star is currently busy rehearsing for her role in 2:22 A Ghost Story this summer, and told her Instagram followers she was going to wait until the weekend, so she could watch the final scenes with her partner David and the rest of her family.
“It’s going to be really emotional, and I just want to say thank you for everything,” she said, holding back the tears. “Sorry about that. Got a bit emotional, which is only natural.
Lauren Lyle looks a million miles away from her Outlander character Marsali MacKimmie Fraser as she films for a different project.
Loose Women star Denise Welch caught up with fellow ex-soap star Patsy Palmer for a sun-soaked beach day in California.The 66-year-old former Coronation Street actress met up with EastEnders' Patsy, 52, during her getaway to LA. In a video shared on Instagram, TV personality Denise can be seen sunbathing, socialising, and taking pictures with the flame-haired star. Patsy moved to Malibu 10 years ago with her husband Richard Merkell and their children Fenton, 24, Emilia, 22, and Bertie, 13, after leaving behind her role as Bianca in Albert Square.
Naman Ramachandran Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” made a huge debut in the U.K. and Ireland with £11.3 million ($14.3 million), according to numbers from Comscore. In doing so, the anticipated sequel captured 71% of the box office and delivered the biggest box office opening since “Barbie.” In its second weekend, Sony’s “Bad Boys: Ride Or Die” dropped down to second place with £1.8 million and now has a running total of £7.1 million.
Imax and Wanda Film, China‘s largest exhibitor, have announced a big expansion of their longtime strategic partnership there spanning technology and content.
EastEnders actress Jacqueline Jossa got fans talking earlier this year, when she posted a series of sweet family photos over Easter weekend – minus her husband Dan Osborne, 32. And the TV star was also pictured without her wedding ring.
EastEnders star Jacqueline Jossa has sparked a debate about the current education system, suggesting it might be 'slightly outdated'. The 31 year old actress shared her thoughts on Instagram Stories, posting a snippet from the Mel Robbins podcast that highlighted the health risks of sitting for prolonged periods of time.The podcast, which featured Harvard Stress Doctor Dr Aditi Nerukar explaining the negative impacts of sitting still, stated: "The science shows that sitting... it's not just that exercise is good for you and moving is good for you and your stress, anxiety, and burnout.
EastEnders' Bianca Jackson, played by Patsy Palmer, has left fans speculating about her fate after she was seen driving away in a drunken state.The soap legend made a triumphant return to the BBC One soap this year, having first joined the cast back in 1993 and quickly becoming one of the show's most iconic characters. Recently, Bianca found herself tangled up in drama with Whitney Dean, who decided to leave Walford after discovering that her boyfriend Zack had cheated on her with Lauren Branning. Whitney was even more devastated when she learned that Bianca knew about the affair but chose not to tell her.
EastEnders actress Jacqueline Jossa has admitted that she has been considering taking her children out of school because she feels it is "very similar to prison".The mum of two, who is now back in her BBC soap role as Lauren Branning, told her Instagram followers that homeschooling was "an argument I have in my own head all the time" because she felt that the school system was "dated". Jacqueline, 31, has two daughters with husband Dan Osborne - Ella, nine, and five-year-old Mia - but despite her busy schedule now that she is back on Albert Square, she said she is still wondering whether homeschooling would be the best option for them.
EastEnders' James Farrar, who plays Zack Hudson, has been living it up in Ibiza but left his fans shaken up witrh a 'death-defying' new Insta post.The actor, who is also a certified personal trainer and runs a wellness brand with his journalist wife Ali, reached one of the most Instagrammable spots on the island during his hike. In a video, he's seen perched on a rock formation overlooking the sea, apparently teetering over the edge of a cliff face.
The heart-break is non-stop over on BBC One's EastEnders, with yet another Walford couple calling time on their relationship. Junior Knight (Micah Balfour) found himself suddenly single in Thursday night's episode of EastEnders after his wife Monique (Busayo Ige) announced her plans to divorce him after discovering his infidelity. Junior - who moved his family to Walford to get to know his estranged father George - hasn't been a faithful husband, with the boxer sleeping with both Bianca Jackson and Cindy Beale so far on the Square.
Naman Ramachandran Nicola Coughlan, Nonso Anozie and Jessica Gunning have joined the cast of the upcoming adaptation of Enid Blyton‘s “The Magic Faraway Tree.” Coughlan (“Bridgerton”) will portray the woodland fairy Silky, joined by Anozie (“Ted Lasso”) as Moonface. Gunning (“Baby Reindeer”) takes on the role of Dame Washalot, with Dustin Demri-Burns (“Slow Horses”) as Saucepan Man. Mark Heap (“Friday Night Dinner”) will play Mr.
Lost alumna Evangeline Lilly has said she is ready to leave acting — for now. In an Instagram post, Lilly wrote in part, “Stepping away from what seems like the obvious choice (wealth and fame) can feel scary at times, but stepping into your dharma replaces the fear with fulfillment. I might return to Hollywood one day, but, for now, this is where I belong. A new season has arrived, and I AM READY…and I AM HAPPY.”
Lily Collins was one of the famous faces to attend Dior's latest fashion collection launch yesterday evening at one of Scotland's swankiest castles in Scotland.
Outlander may be coming to an end in due course, but we don't think it'll be the last we see of our favourite stars.
Jake Wood shared an insight into family life this week as he shared a picture with his son Buster, 16, to Instagram, gushing that he was a 'proud dad' as the teen played in a charity football match for Sellebrity Soccer. As the actor, 51, who is known for playing Max Branning in EastEnders, shared the post with his 177K followers and wrote "PROUD DAD ALERT", many couldn't believe how alike the father-son duo are. While one jested: "Your son is taller than you now".
Jacqueline Jossa sent pulses racing online when she uploaded a series of sizzling swimsuit snaps from her range with In The Style. As the 31 year old flashed her toned figure and beamed for the selfie, Jac's self-esteem appeared at an all-time high. But this wasn't always the case for the EastEnders actress as, just two years ago, ahead of a photoshoot with the same clothing brand, the 31 year old said she was "terrified" to get behind the camera.These days, however, her confidence seems to have done a complete U-turn and, according to a source, the actress is enjoying sharing the journey with her fans, as she learns to truly love her body.
The latest EastEnders episode delivered a swoon-worthy moment for Peter Beale (Thomas Law) played by and Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa) shippers as the ex-lovers locked lips in a steamy scene. After days of rekindling their connection, Peter and Lauren finally gave into their feelings with a kiss in Thursday's instalment. Whitney Dean's dramatic exit from Albert Square has inadvertently played Cupid for Peter and Lauren, drawing them back together.
Taylor Swift performing in the city next month.As per BBC News, Shelter Scotland have reported that several homeless people it has been supporting have been sent by taxi to Aberdeen and Glasgow because of a shortage of accommodation in the city due to the upcoming concerts.The housing charity told the BBC it was “a blatant injustice” for homeless people to be “in direct competition” with tourists visiting the city.They added that people being declared homeless in Edinburgh who would usually be offered temporary accommodation via hotels were instead being sent away from the city due to what the BBC say is “a severe shortage in accommodation caused by the concert.”Swift will be playing three nights at Edinburgh’s Murrayfield stadium from June 7-9. Thousands of fans will be in attendance in the city and as a result, accommodation in Edinburgh will be scarce in that period.Homeless families and tourists being forced to compete for the same accommodation is further evidence of @Edinburgh_CC and indeed most of Scotland's #HousingEmergency.Business as usual from @ScotGov won't cut it.
Jacqueline Jossa's fans have branded her 'incredible' as she posed in a series of swimsuits, whilst showing off her recent weight loss.The 31 year old former EastEnders star was modelling her latest collection for online retailer, In The Style, as she rocked a black bikini, as well as a colourful swimsuit, a red one, and another two-piece that she paired with denim shorts and a white shirt. Jacqueline, who is married to former TOWIE star Dan Osborne, also rocked a number of dresses that would be perfect for holidays or summer weather. Her fans rushed to the comments section of the Instagram post to lavish praise on Jacqueline, as one wrote: "You look incredible!! I need!! Xx," whilst another simply said: "Beautiful".
James Blunt has blamed the pressure of the Star Wars workload for Carrie Fisher’s drugs relapse.The Princess Leia actor died in 2016 after suffering a cardiac arrest on board a flight from London to Los Angeles. She was 60 years old.The coroner’s report later confirmed that cocaine plus “traces” of heroin and MDMA (also known as ecstasy) had been found in her system.