Emmerdale's original Gabby Thomas star now as she's unrecognisable years after soap exit

Emmerdale viewers were left puzzled by a Coronation Street newcomer on Tuesday night's episode, which saw Ella Forster's growing friendship with Mandy Dingle continue. Ella is portrayed by Paula Lane, who soap fans will remember as Kylie Platt from Coronation Street. Paula was a major player on the Cobbles from 2010 to 2016 until her character was tragically killed off in the street by Clayton Gibbs - Shona Ramsey's son.

Maisie Smith has opened up about a potential return to EastEnders, three years after her character Tiffany Butcher was last seen in Walford. Speaking to OK!, at the National Lottery's Big Night of Musicals, Maisie revealed that while she has no immediate plans to return to Albert Square, it's always a possibility that she could make her way back at some point. Asked if there are any plans for her return to the popular BBC soap, she said: "Not at the minute, no, but it's one of those places, you just never know.

Coronation Street star Sean Wilson chose a very different career path after turning his back on acting and exiting the ITV soap in 2005. Sean, 58, played Martin Platt in the soap from 1985 until 2005, and was involved in some big storylines including his marriage to Gail Platt (Helen Worth) and becoming dad to David Platt (Jack P. Shepherd).

Hollyoaks star Amy Maghera has announced the wonderful news that she is expecting her second child. The actress, whose character Neeta Kaur was killed off from the Cheshire-based soap on-screen seven years ago, shared the special announcement on her Instagram page. What's more, she revealed the news only 18 months after welcoming her first baby daughter, Aurora Safari Taub, whom she shares with her husband Ethan Taub.

BBC soap star James Alexandrou was back on the set of EastEnders 17 years after his exit as he took on a behind-the-scenes role. The 38 year old, who is best known for playing Martin Fowler on the soap, first appeared on Albert Square in 1996. Fans of the show will remember Martin as the bad boy son of Arthur and Pauline Fowler.

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Channel 5's star of Bargain Loving Brits in the Sun, Graham Boland, has sadly passed away, his family confirmed on Thursday, 18 January. He was a fan favourite of the reality show about Brits living in Benidorm taking advantage of the warmer weather and cheaper living costs. After moving his life to the holiday resort - which is also the location of the popular TV show of the same name starring Sherrie Hewson - he opened a popular bar called Happy Days.

Emmy Awards on Monday night. The cast appeared in a replica hospital room at the awards ceremony, where they presented Paul Walter Hauser with a trophy for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie, for “Black Bird.” “When the first episode of ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ aired in March of 2005, I’m not sure Shonda Rhimes knew that she had created a show that would have a lasting imprint on television and create lifelong friendships,” Pompeo, 54, began about the show’s creator.“Over 400 episodes and counting — a tribute to everyone who has been a part of our family,” Chambers, 53, added.

Emmerdale star Roxy Shahidi has hinted at her exit from the long-running soap after posting a video about "missing this place" ahead of her Dancing on Ice debut this weekend.

Emmerdale fans have been left shouting at their TV screens after Tracy Robinson and Caleb Milligan resumed their affair - before ending it once again. Tracy has been unable to stay away from her new husband's uncle ever since their first brush of passion back in October.

Coronation Street star Isabella Flanagan has shared her love for her co-star as he sent her a message on her special day. The actress, known for playing Hope Stape in the ITV soap, is celebrating her birthday on Friday (January 12) alongside her co-star twin brother.

Emmerdale's Emma Atkins has shared her worries about her character's future on the soap. The 48 year old actress, who plays Charity Dingle and has been part of the Emmerdale family since 2000, was shocked when she found out that Charity would become a killer.

Ryan Thomas was quick to spot a major This Morning blunder after appearing on the show. The actor was on the ITV daytime programme on Tuesday (January 9) to chat about his upcoming Dancing on Ice debut.

Emmerdale star Sebastian Dowling has been flooded with support as he broke his silence on his soap exit. The actor made a permanent exit from the ITV soap in scenes aired earlier this week as Heath Hope following a car crash.

Emmerdale's Sebastian Dowling, who played Heath Hope, has received an outpouring of support after speaking up about his departure from the popular ITV soap. The young actor made a dramatic exit from the show earlier this week when his character tragically died in a car crash.The shocking scenes aired over New Year showed Heath, his twin sister Cathy and their friend Angelica King stealing Wendy Posner's car to go to a party in Hotten.

Emmerdale viewers are convinced they'd rumbled another exit from the hugely-popular ITV soap following the horrific car crash that killed teenager Heath Hope (played by Sebastian Dowling) on New Year's Day. While Cathy Hope (Gabrielle Dowling) is currently the police's top suspect who was illegally driving Wendy's car, following the latest twists in tonight's episode, 3 January, it seems likely that Angelica King (Rebecca Bakes) could have taken the wheel. April Windsor (Amelia Flanagan) told the police that she'd seen Cathy getting in the vehicle and driving off on New Year's Eve night, as the teens were desperate to attend a party in nearby town of Hotten.

Sebastian Dowling's Emmerdale journey came to a dramatic end after his character Heath Hope died following the injuries he sustained from a car crash.

Emmerdale viewers were left heartbroken as teenager Heath Hope tragically died in a car crash.The ITV soap aired some truly distressing scenes when Heath, played by Sebastian Dowling, lost his life after a car accident on the way to a party in Hotten. Despite being told not to go to the party, Cathy Hope decided to take Wendy's car and head off to the New Year's Eve bash with her twin brother Heath and their friend Angelica. But things took a tragic turn when the car veered off the road in a shocking collision, leaving Cathy and Angelica with nasty injuries.

EastEnders star Max Bowden has spoken out after news of his emotional exit from the BBC soap following four years playing fan favourite Ben Mitchell.

Stacey Dooley has hailed 2023 as the "best year" after welcoming her "showstopper" daughter Minnie. Ahead of welcoming in the New Year, the TV presenter and journalist, 36, took to Instagram to share a snap of an envelope which read "Minnie's Mum and Dad". It was placed on the floor with a brown parcel that had pink rope tied around it in a sweet bow.