Emmerdale's Rishi star Bhasker Patel's life off screen including stunning daughters

Swapping the wards of Holby City for a new role in Hollyoaks, actor David Ames delighted fans this week when a first look episode, saw the star make his debut in the Channel 4 soap as new headteacher Carter Shepherd. The exciting episode first got underway when Goldie McQueen (Chelsee Healey) poignantly admitted to (Ross Adams)that she had been struggling recently. Later, Goldie continued to lament about her situation at Bronzer’s memorial bench, while asking for a sign to help her through the particularly rough patch.

Liam Fox first appeared on our screens as Dan Spencer in Emmerdale back in 2011 and he's remained on the soap ever since.The actor, 53, was initially contracted for just eight episodes, but he was soon offered a spot as a soap regular with Dan becoming a prominent character in the fictitious village. However, Liam's time on the ITV soap is soon set to come to an end after 12 years, with Dan facing a lengthy prison sentence after he was charged with manslaughter following the death of daughter Amelia's stalker Lloyd Sawyer.

The much-loved Emmerdale character Bob Hope has been a resident of the Dales for over 20 years and in that time has been a part of the biggest storylines to hit the show. Even in the last week, Bob has been central to a storyline involving his discovery of Wendy and Liam's secretive affair and after a tense confrontation he is now fighting for his life in hospital. But off screen, the actor Tony Audenshaw, who plays Bob, has been through ups and downs of his own in both his professional and personal life.

Jonny McPherson first appeared on Emmerdale as Dr Liam Cavanagh back in 2014, and the actor has gone to become a permanent fixture on the ITV soap. Jonny, 41, became a regular on Emmerdale in 2018 and took on the role of the soap's resident medic, with Dr Liam going on to find himself involved in all kinds of hard-hitting storylines. Most recently, Dr Liam began a passionate affair with Wendy Posner (Susan Cookson), unbeknown to her partner Bob Hope.

Love Island legend Molly-Mae Hague has shown off her jaw-dropping office in her stunning house that she shares with her fiancee Tommy Fury. Molly often shares an insight into her home with her huge following on social media. On Tuesday, Molly, 24, took to her Instagram story to show off what she describes as "mamas room." The stunning room is full of white decor with a slight hint of marble.The main focus of the room is the stunning white desk, which has an Apple computer and a photo frame on the top.

Confirmed as the eighth contestant taking part in 2023's Strictly Come Dancing series, Adam Thomas is set to be a massive hit. Likely to be this year's hunk of the show, we predict great things for him even though he hilariously admits he "can't dance to save himself!" The Thomas brother is ready to hit the dancefloor with a bang, but just who is Adam Thomas behind-the-scenes? OK! takes a deep dive into the cheeky Manc to find out a little more about the star who will be foxtrotting into our livingrooms every weekend.The former Emmerdale star has already been on our telly for years, even winning a Best Soap Newcomer at the TV Choice awards for his explosive storylines in the soap.

Lioness coach Sarina Wiegman is hoping to lead the team to victory this summer and will no doubt be supported by her husband Marten Glotzbach and her two children along the way.The 53 year old has already made history after England's triumphant defeat against Germany during the Euro final last year and is now leading the way for the Lionesses in the Women's World Cup. Off the pitch, she spends time with her two daughters and famous husband, Marten who she's also worked alongside in the footballing world. Let's take a closer look at Sarina's life off the pitch...

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Wales rugby player Leigh Halfpenny will reach a milestone in his sporting career, but off the pitch spends time with his stunning fiancée and their two young children.The 34 year old full-back player is competing against England in a World Cup warm-up match today (Saturday, 5 August) alongside the likes of teammates Corey Domachowski and Keiron Assiratti who are making their debuts.The match is sure to be a significant and symbolic moment for Leigh who will be awarded his 100th cap - meanings he's played for his national team, Wales, against another national team an impressive 100 times. By his side celebrating the milestone achievement in his rugby career will no doubt be his stunning fiancée and their two young children.

England will kick off their summer double-header today when they face Wales at Principality Stadium in Cardiff. One player in particular who has been turning heads on the pitch is Harlequins fly-half Marcus Smith.

With Strictly Come Dancing’s 21st series just weeks away from hitting our screens, the long-running dance show is set to welcome its oldest ever contest, Angela Rippon. The 78 year old broadcaster was just one of three stars announced to be taking part in the show, when The One Show revealed that Angela would be joining Sherlock star Amanda Abbington and Bad Education actor and singer Layton Williams.

With just weeks left to go until the return of Strictly Come Dancing for its 21st season, the first celebrity revealed to be competing in the 2023 series was announced on Friday as Amanda Abbington. Announcing the news on BBC’s The One Show, a delighted Alex Jones revealed that Amanda would be taking part in the show, as she said: “I’m really excited and incredibly nervous!” Amanda is well known for her role as John Watson’s wife in the BBC series Sherlock, with the popular star having been keen to participate in the show for a number of years before finally getting the chance to compete in hopes of securing the coveted glitter ball trophy.

Leslie David Baker, part of the ensemble that kept people laughing on the long-running comedy hit “The Office,” is giving up plans to launch a spin-off series featuring his character, Stanley Howard.

There was another dramatic night afoot in the dales on Thursday, when Emmerdale’s Lloyd Sawyer passed away after weeks of fighting for his life in hospital following a brutal altercation with Dan Spencer. As regular viewers will know, Lloyd first appeared on our screens earlier this summer, when he became unhealthily obsessed with Dan’s daughter Amelia, after discovering her account on social media.

Emmerdale fans are in for a treat next week, when one familiar face returns to the dales as a brand new villain, over twenty years since last appearing in the soap. Actor Robert Beck will no doubt be a blast from the past for many viewers, after originally starring in the show for 78 episodes, when he played Bernice Blackstock’s love interest Gavin Ferris - who famously was caught kissing Jason Kirk amid his engagement to the B&B owner! It has since been revealed however, that Robert will once again be returning to the ITV soap, but this time in a far grittier role as new villain Harry, who will debut on the show next week as part of a new storyline involving Nate Robinson, Caleb Miligan and newcomer Corey.

Anton Du Beke is one of the more mysterious Strictly Come Dancing stars - and even kept his exact age under wraps for years. Anton, 57, was part of the show’s original line up and spent a decade and a half starring as one of the show’s dancers, before moving over to the judging panel in 2020.The pro was originally supposed to be a temporary replacement for Motsi Mabuse, who was isolating with the coronavirus at the time, but proved to be such a hit that he became a permanent addition to the panel in 2021. It hasn’t always been smooth sailing for Anton on the show, though, as he’s been plagued by rumours of a feud with Bruno Tonioli, who he replaced on the judging panel.

EastEnders fans will know Clay Milner Russell for his role as the fifth incarnation of Bobby Beale, replacing Eliot Carrington. Bobby is the son of Ian and Laura Beale, the adoptive son of Jane Beale, brother of Peter and Lucy, the adoptive brother of Steven and foster brother of Cindy.The character has been part of some of the show's biggest storylines. In February 2015, it was revealed as part of the 30th anniversary celebrations that Bobby is his older sister Lucy's killer.

Coronation Street star Alan Halsall has shown how his daughter has been sweetly supporting him after he was hit by an injury. The actor didn't divulge what he has done but it is clear his little girl, Sienna, has been worried about her dad and was keen to wish him well again.

Ashley Peacock was once a staple of Coronation Street, as the character was a regular on the cobbles for some 15 years between 1995 and 2010. Ashley, who was played by Corrie legend Steven Arnold, was one of the victims of the tragic 8 December 2010 tram crash. He was killed off as a part of a series of episodes to celebrate the show’s 50th anniversary and included a special live episode on 9 December, which Steven appeared in as an off-screen voice actor.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Lauren James is currently playing for England as part of the Lionesses at the Women’s World Cup in the two hosting countries, New Zealand and Australia, after playing for England teams around the country since 2017. In Tuesday's game against China, she scored two incredible goals, making the score 4-1 to the Lionesses. Despite the excitement of this being her first World Cup, she has also had quite an exciting time off of the pitch too.

Emmerdale star Bhasker Patel appeared to be trying to hold back tears as he spoke out about his exit for the first time. Fans of the ITV soap were left gutted as it was confirmed the actor had left the role of Rishi Sharma after 12 years in tragic scenes.