EastEnders viewers heartbroken over Billy’s final message to Lola ahead of funeral

EastEnders actress Tanya Franks knew Barbara Windsor’s widower Scott Mitchell for years before they became a couple.

EastEnders star Danielle Harold has told how she now gets her headaches checked by medics after portraying character Lola Pearce’s devastating cancer battle. The 31 year old actress said the storyline made her aware that sharp pains in the head can be the first signs of a brain tumour - so now she is “very cautious” and gets checked over. Danielle’s character Lola died from cancer last month - prompting an outpouring of grief from devastated fans.The actress has received many plaudits for the way she played the role - and even won the coveted Best Soap Actor gong at the Television and Radio Industry Club awards this week.

After Thursday night’s episode of the BBC soap EastEnders, fans have been sent into a frenzy after Anna and Gina Knight found their mum’s old locket with a mystery date on it. George Knight, played by Colin Salmon, made his entrance in Albert Square last month alongside his two daughters Anna and Gina (played by Strictly's Molly Rainford and newcomer Francesca Henry). Since then, the drama in Albert Square hasn’t stopped and, in jaw-dropping scenes, Cindy Beale (Michelle Collins) returned from the dead after 25 years off screen, having been said to have died in child birth while in prison.

One of EastEnders' newest couples Whitney and Zack, have taken their relationship to the next level in recent episodes. Zack has left his home with his sister Sharon to move into number one with Whitney, Felix, Chelsea and Finlay. But as he settles in for his first night with his girlfriend, he's out to impress the housemates.

EastEnders star Danielle Harold has officially shared a final and emotional goodbye to the BBC One soap and her character Lola Pearce. The actress reduced viewers to tears earlier this month as she acted out her character's final moment as she died from cancer.

A gruff voice, Albert Square swag and a rep for being the hardest man in Walford seems to float Patsy Kensit's boat as she reflects on her time at EastEnders.The star admits that, like others on set, she found herself a bit giddy around Steve McFadden, who plays Phil Mitchell. “I swooned over him,” she tells us. Patsy has been a household name for so long that it’s hard to imagine her feeling starstruck.

One of the most loved partnerships in soap land has been EastEnders' Lola Pearce and her grandad Billy Mitchell in recent years. And ever since Lola – played by Danielle Harold – passed away at the end of May after a battle with a brain tumour, Billy has been struggling with the tragic loss. As the funeral edges ever closer this week, Billy's struggles are set to continue as he prepares to say goodbye to his beloved granddaughter.

EastEnders' Patsy Kensit is returning to Walford next week for Lola Pearce's funeral. Patsy, 55, plays Emma Harding, the mum of young Lola in the BBC soap. Lola died on May 31 after a short battle with an incurable brain tumour, but her mum wasn't there in her final moments.

massive layoffs at the network, TCM host Dave Karger and other colleagues spoke out for the first time to express heartache and frustration over the losses in leadership. “My goal (and I know the other hosts agree) is to try to be a stabilizing and familiar presence in the months ahead,” Karger tweeted Friday, noting the feeling of uncertainty following Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav‘s move to fire 25-year veteran Pola Changnon and others.Karger wrote that he is “beyond heartbroken.” “A note to our passionate TCM viewers: It’s been a tough week to say the least and I’m beyond heartbroken that we are losing so many brilliant colleagues who are also dear friends.

One day on since EastEnders fans were treated to an explosive blast from the past when Cindy Beale was revealed to be alive and kicking, 25 years after she had reportedly died in prison, soap fans were treated to a second dose of nostalgia on Thursday night, when Peter Beale and Lauren Branning also made an unexpected return to the Square. As regular viewers will know, Cindy was revealed to be the mysterious Rose Knight on Wednesday, after Phil Mitchell had enlisted the help of his brief to try and track down George Knight’s mystery wife.

This Morning viewers were left fuming about a 'rule' placed during one particular moment in the show as Holly Willoughby confirmed a 'break' for the popular segment. The presenter was back fronting the ITV daytime show on Thursday (June 22) alongside Dermot O'Leary.

EastEnders fans didn't know what to talk about first as they were left stunned by Cindy Beale's return. Michelle Collins has reprised the role of the iconic character, almost 25 years after Cindy was said to have died off-screen while in prison whilst giving birth.

EastEnders fans were treated to a blast from the past this week, when Walford favourite Cindy Beale made a miraculous return from the dead after being revealed to be George Knight’s elusive and mysterious ex-wife Rose Knight.The shocking details came to light on Wednesday’s edition of the soap, when Phil Mitchell informed George that he had done some sleuthing with a contact at the Spanish police and discovered no woman by the name of Rose Knight had ever existed. Clearly troubled by the news, George later dialled Rose’s number and attempted to make contact, however the phone simply rang.

After weeks of intense secrecy surrounding the identity of George Knight’s mysterious ex-wife Rose, the truth was finally revealed to EastEnders viewers on Wednesday evening when it emerged Rose Knight was actually Cindy Beale! Up until now, Cindy, who is also the ex-wife of long running character Ian Beale, had widely been believed to have died in childbirth while serving time in prison, but as it emerged on Wednesday, rumours of Cindy’s death had been greatly exaggerated! The truth first came to light after Linda Carter had grown suspicious about newcomer George Knight and asked Phil Mitchell and Callum Highway to look into the identity of both George and his “missing” wife Rose. Yet when police officer Callum checked the police database, he soon stumbled upon a large red flag, when it was revealed the file for Rose Knight was restricted.To make matters worse, Callum was later chastised by his superiors for looking into the situation, and was warned not to pursue the matter and to "forget he had ever heard" the name Rose Knight.

EastEnders ' Finlay Baker is set for a disturbing week as he believes someone has been trying to murder him, and is about to find out who his mystery enemy is. Market stall holder Finlay (Ashley Byam) has had a relatively quiet time in Walford so far, but trouble is not far around the corner for any of the cast and now it's his turn to face a stressful time.

As the identity of the mysterious Rose Knight creeps ever closer to being revealed, EastEnders fans have excitedly been sharing their theories about who it could possibly be. On Tuesday’s instalment of the popular BBC soap, Callum Highway was left more than a little rattled, after the police search he was conducting into the identity of the mystery woman hit more than a few roadblocks, with the file deemed classified and inaccessible on the police database.The search came after his father-in-law Phil Mitchell asked him to look into Rose and her estranged husband George, but while he could access George’s file without a problem, Rose’s was completely locked and his access was denied.

BBC Breakfast viewers were furious today after an interview about the missing submarine at the Titanic wreckage saw one man who made the same trip say "experts are making mistakes".

EastEnders fans have been left heartbroken for young Lexi as the square celebrated Father's Day. With Father's Day being just weeks after Lexi's mum Lola passed away, celebrating wasn't on the agenda for the little one in Monday's episode.The heartbroken little one is the daughter of Ben Mitchell, but she has his husband Callum Highway and Lola's husband Jay as dads too. Lexi recognised that with her handmade Father's Day card for Ben this year.

EastEnders fans are set for a week of shocks and surprises as the truth about the Knight family is exposed. In a jaw-dropping set of episodes, Wednesday and Thursday's shows will air simultaneously on BBC One and BBC iPlayer so that all viewers can discover the secrets the new characters have been hiding at the same time - suggesting that there are some massive spoilers on the horizon.

Love Island fans were glued to their screens after spotting Whitney and Medhi looking cosy after cuddling in bed together. In the unexpected turn of events, the couple - who have enjoyed dates together but haven't appeared particularly romantic - were seen arm in arm while laying in bed together. Viewers rushed to Twitter to share their thoughts.