Loose Women welcomes new panel member – and it's a huge EastEnders star

Loose Women's Kaye Adams made a cheeky confession on the latest episode of the ITV show, revealing she started reading spicy novels from the tender age of 10. Kaye was joined by fellow panellists Kelly Holmes, Gloria Hunniford and Jane Moore on Friday 28 June, discussing the hottest topics in news and entertainment. However, it was Kaye's revelation about her early introduction to adult fiction that stole the show.

Kaye Adams had to quickly step in with a warning for Loose Women fans when Nigel Farage, the British politician and jungle campmate from I'm A Celeb, was running late for his segment on the show.The ITV hit show's audience and those tuning in at home were left hanging when Kaye announced that Nigel was not "in the building" at the time he was supposed to be on air. Despite the hiccup, the panel, which included Kaye alongside Gloria Hunniford and Jane Moore, smoothly transitioned to discussing Dame Kelly Holmes' coming out story and the significance of Pride month. Viewers at home, who were keen to see the Reform UK leader, took to Twitter to express their impatience, with one tweeting: "Bring Nigel on ffs." Another posted: "The leader of @reformparty_uk is due on @loosewomenthis afternoon.

Whilst on air with Loose Women, Ruby Wax managed to land herself in a bit of hot water when something she said caused Kaye Adams to quickly apologise to the viewing public. The seasoned panelists for the day, including Kaye, Frankie Bridge, Brenda Edwards and Kelle Bryan, were back in the steering seat for another entertaining episode on Thursday (June 27).

ITV's Loose Women saw things turn rather icy when Christine Lampard coaxed Kelle Bryan into revealing her embarrassing story. The much-loved quartet Christine, Kelle, Judi Love and Coleen Nolan occupied the hot seats on Wednesday's episode of the beloved daytime programme, engaging with current issues and the latest news headlines.

EastEnders icon Natalie Cassidy appeared totally stunned when Loose Women host Charlene White revealed details of their "private" behind-the-scenes chat on live TV. Natalie joined the ITV daytime favourite as a guest panelist and dished some exclusive behind-the-scenes secrets about the acting guidance she received from Walford heavyweights like the legendary Dame Barbara Windsor and June Brown.

Loose Women's head honcho Charlene White sparked concern among viewers about her future on the popular chat show after receiving a live on-air warning for tardiness. The panel, featuring Brenda Edwards, Coleen Nolan, and EastEnders icon Natalie Cassidy, were in the midst of a lively debate about punctuality when Natalie admitted to being an early riser.

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.

Loose Women's Andrea McLean broke down in tears when she announced her departure from the show back in December 2020. Andrea, 54, who was a host on Loose Women for 13 years and spent 23 years on ITV daytime, explained that she wanted to help more women and would be taking a risk by pursuing a new career path. Ever since, she has been focusing on on her mindset app, This Girl Is On Fire, and her Mastering Midlife podcast which she hosts alongside her husband, Nick Feeney.

Loose Women star Brenda Edwards has candidly declared she's too busy for love right now. The 55 year old television personality, known for her role on the daytime show has opened up about her personal life, stating in an interview with Woman's Own: "No, I'm single and loving it. I don't need a man, or a woman.

As Loose Women favourite Nadia Sawalha approaches her 60th birthday this year, she’s not taking any moments for granted.The telly favourite has spent years fighting for her friend Hannah Gardner, who has secondary incurable breast cancer, facing off against MPs in Westminster and spending hours by her side while she gets treatment in hospital. As she exclusively tells OK!, it’s given her a whole new perspective on life.

Loose Women viewers were shocked by the panel's discussion on body hair during the live ITV show.The presenters' chat turned to women growing excess hair in later life on Friday's show, 21 June, with hosts Kaye Adams, 61, Judi Love, 44, Linda Robson, 66, and Dame Kelly Holmes, 54, all weighing in with their views. "Have you noticed increased body hair as you've got older?" asked Kaye at the start of the segment, explaining that 75% of women do so, for various reasons including the menopause, hormonal changes and certain medication.

Nadia Sawalha was visibly moved on Loose Women as she opened up about her ADHD diagnosis.The 59 year old presenter took part in a heartfelt segment dedicated to ADHD back in November 2022, where she spoke with fellow individuals living with the condition, including her spouse Mark Adderley. In an emotional pre-recorded video, Nadia shared that after completing a questionnaire, she consulted with a specialist named Rebecca for a full assessment.The assessment involved a deep dive into Nadia's life, from her childhood experiences to her adult coping mechanisms and feelings.

Loose Women star Kaye Adams had her fellow panellists laughing when she pointed out an unusual detail in the family photo shared by Prince William and Kate Middleton to mark Father's Day on Sunday, 16 June.The new snap, which was posted by Kensington Palace across social media platforms, captured a sweet moment between Prince William and his little ones, George, Charlotte, and Louis, as they all huddled together and gazed out to sea, with their backs to the camera. Snapped by none other than Princess Kate herself, the heartwarming Father's Day image was unveiled just hours after the Princess Of Wales made her first public appearance since December, following preventative cancer treatment.

A teary Denise Welch shared some touching memories about her late father, Vin, during a recent episode of Loose Women and revealed he had made a brief appearance alongside her in Coronation Street in the nineties. After some chit-chat about recent happenings - such as England winning their first victory at the Euros 2024 against Serbia and Kate Middleton dazzling the nation with her presence at Trooping the Colour - conversation shifted to Father's Day on Loose Women.This lead to Denise then opening up about her own experiences with her dad, Vin, who sadly passed away in late September, 2021.

Loose Women is being taken off air to make way for days of live sport, with the ITV stars warning viewers not to expect them back on screens tomorrow.The show is going to be absent on Wednesday and Thursday when Euro 2024 football will be shown in its place - and slashed on Friday with a half-hour show airing because of coverage of the racing at Royal Ascot.Tomorrow, Loose Women will make way for Croatia v Albania and on Thursday it is getting bumped by live coverage of Serbia v Slovenia, both of whom are England's rivals in the tournament's Group C.

Loose Women star Olivia Attwood stunned fans as she returned to the ITV show. Olivia, 31, had been away from the show as she was filming a new TV project in Greece, but made a return to the panel on Thursday 14 June.

Loose Women star Coleen Nolan has shown off the lavish lifestyle of her cats as she revealed she built them a custom-made patio when she moved house. Speaking to host Charlene White, who quizzed her on the 'lovely' lifestyle her beloved pets have been living, Coleen was keen to explain why she had the luxury outdoor space built for her kitties. Viewers were shown inside the incredible enclosed outdoor space, complete with scratch posts, plants, and even their own sun lounger.The space also included the cats' only indoor area for chillier days, which Coleen gushed was their very own bedroom.

Robbie Williams caused quite the stir on Wednesday's Loose Women with his striking new look that had viewers doing a double-take.The singer, who is known for his ever-changing style, rocked up in a tie-dyed green shirt, a navy baseball cap, and signature black thick-frame glasses. Fans were quick to point out that Robbie, who was joined by wife Ayda, had an unusually deep tan, which he confessed was the result of a fresh spray tan he hadn't had the chance to wash off yet.

Loose Women's Denise Welch has confirmed her son Matty Healy is engaged to model Gabbriette Bechtel.The 1975 frontman, 35, sparked speculation he is engaged as he reposted a photo on Instagram that showed his girlfriend, 26, wearing a large black diamond on her ring finger. Gabbriette, who is also a singer and fronts Nasty Cherry, first shared the photo on her own Instagram story and wrote: “Marrying The 1975 is very brat" and tagged Matty.The pair have been dating for nine months, following his highly-publicised fling with Taylor Swift.

Former Coronation Street star Denise Welch has shared an emotional Instagram post after she visited the hospital where her son Louis was treated as a baby, and reconnected with the nurse who cared for him more than 20 years ago. Denise, who is best known for her feisty appearances on daytime chat show Loose Women, showed her softer side as she and Louis visited Alder Hey Children’s Hospital in Liverpool.