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INTERVIEW RITA SIMONS AND GEMMA BISSIX AS THEY BOTH LEAVE THE HOLLYOAKS VILLAGE

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During tonight's visit to Hollyoaks (Wednesday 29th October), viewers saw Rita Simons last scenes air on E4 as Marie moves to Brookside Close following the tease in last Wednesday's anniversary episode (22nd October). During Hollyoaks 30th birthday episodes in the midst of destruction, Tony Hutchinson discovered that Marie had been faking her pregnancy, and this week she was forced to come clean to her friend, Diane Hutchinson. In tonight's episode, Marie came clean to son Arlo about faking her pregnancy, but in distressing turn of events lies to her son that Cleo McQueen agreed to give them her newborn baby. Outside of the hospital, believing it's all above board, Arlo tells Diane that they're here to pick up Cleo's baby. Meanwhile, sneaking in under the fake name of Sienna Blake, Marie finds herself in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. On-the-run, Clare Devine catches Marie holding the newborn and advises her to take what is hers and don't look back. Photo...

NEXT WEEK ON EMMERDALE: VOW RENEWAL FOR KEV AND ROBERT?

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During last week's visit to Emmerdale, viewers to the Yorkshire based soap saw Robert Sugden choose his husband, Kev after he suffered a heart attack.  As a Robron fan, this was a disappointing moving leading to me thinking that there is more too it that we as viewers are yet to discover. With Kev determined to end his feud with Aaron, Robert becomes concerned about what this could entail. Aaron is angry about Kev threatening him and warns Robert to handle it or he will sort Kev himself. Later, Kev proposes a vow renewal service to Robert leaving Aaron disgusted when he finds out Robert accepted.  Who can blame Aaron for being annoyed, we all know how much he loves Robert and I can't see that changing anytime soon. Photo Credit: ITV/ Emmerdale However, an enthusiastic Kev writes his vows, Victoria senses that her brother's feelings aren't as strong. Victoria urges Aaron who is conflicted to tell Robert how he feels, but will Aaron listen to Victoria? Aaron is distraught...

FIRST LOOK AT CORRIEDALE AS TWO CHARACTERS ARE CONFIRMED

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As viewers of Coronation Street and Emmerdale get ready to experience one of the most anticipated moments in soap history, ITV have released two images of filming on soap crossover episode, Corriedale. In these exclusive photos, fans will see DS Lisa Swain and Aaron Dingle revealed as the first two iconic characters to be confirmed as starring in the drama-filled hour long special. With the photos taken on the first of a series of night shoots, the photos show Vicky Myers and Danny Miller together in a rare behind the scenes moment before action was called.  Photo Credit: Mark Bruce As we approach this milestone episode, commissioned to launch ITV's new Soaps power hour schedule, viewers will be more convinced than ever that there's a more sinister side to Becky lurking beneath. On the Cobbles of Coronation Street, Lisa Swain's life on the cobbles has been thrown into chaos over the last few weeks after the return from the dead of her police wife ex, Becky. Over in the Dale...

*REVIEW* HOLLYOAKS 30TH ANNIVERSARY WEEK

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Over the past two weeks,  Hollyoaks have absolutely smashed the 30th celebrations within their episodes with the return of old faces in the form of Carol Groves played by Natalie Casey, Rory 'Finn' Finnigan played by James Redmond bringing the nostalgia was brilliant, Zoe Carpenter played by Zoe Lister, but the return of Dom Pickard played by Nick Pickard aka Tony Hutchinson's real-life brother for Tony and Diane's wedding being kept a secret was great. It was brilliant to see how the show's current storylines interlinked with the anniversary making it a true celebration for the show's 30 years! Also, it was good to see Tom Cunningham and Jack Osborne involved with the original characters. Last Wednesday's episode (15th October) saw returns of Warren Fox and James Nightingale alongside some classic Hollyoaks scheming and a sweet Leela Lomax and Ste Hay supporting Peri Lomax scene. Photo Credit: Lime Pictures/  Hollyoaks The set up for this week's episode...

TAKING A LOOK BACK AT MY FAVOURITE HOLLYOAKS STORYLINES AS THE SOAP TURNS 30

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This Thursday, Hollyoaks will celebrate 30 years having first aired on 23rd October, 1995 on Channel 4 after being created by Phil Redmond. Throughout the shows 30 years the soap has aired some fantastic storylines that have raised awareness something that I think soaps do brilliantly delivering those hard-hitting storylines that many viewers wouldn't know about hence why I think the soaps are brilliant to have on our screens for raising awareness. As a viewer who grew up with The Barnes and The Hunter Family as well as many of the classic characters from Tony Hutchinson, Max and OB, and Steph Cunningham. However, as time has gone on Hollyoaks have given us actors that have gone on to great things including Natalie Casey, Emmett J. Scanlan, Roxanne McKee, Nathalie Emmanuel, Gemma Atkinson, Zoe Lister, Emma Rigby to name a few. Back in 2002, Hollyoaks aired a storyline with Lisa Hunter regarding her Self-Harm in one of the shows most harrowing storyline that moved me and when I re-...

NEXT WEEK ON EMMERDALE: ROBERT FINDS HIMSELF IN A BIT OF TROUBLE

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Since the moment Robert Sugden returned to our screens back in May, he has find himself in many tricky situations, but one thing is clear is how much he still loves Aaron Dingle with the pair known to loyal Emmerdale fans as Robron who recently agreed to give their relationship another go but keep things on the quiet. Few weeks back, Emmerdale viewers learnt that Robert Sugden is married to Kev, who he met in prison and someone that he is keeping a secret from Aaron Dingle, however next week as Robert arrives at Keeper's Cottage to see Kev talking with his sister, Victoria Sugden - with her pressuring her brother for an explanation about Kev urging him to tell Aaron the truth.  Why can't Robert just tell Aaron the truth, but would it be their relationship without some drama. Robert is shaken when Kev encounters Aaron in the cafe, prompting Robert to question his ability to maintain separate lives especially about his past with Kev to Aaron. Photo Credit: ITV/ Emmerdale With Rob...

HOLLYOAKS CASTING NEWS AS NEW HUTCHINSON FAMILY ARE ANNOUNCED

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Liverpool-based soap,  Hollyoaks  last week announced that Leo Cole will be taking on the role of Ro Hutchinson, however, Hollyoaks can now confirm that Brook Debio and Chloe Atkinson will also be joining the Hollyoaks cast taking over the roles of Ant and Dee Dee Hutchinson. Chloe, Leo and Brook will make their Hollyoaks debut on Monday 20th October during Hollyoaks 30th anniversary week as their characters attend the wedding of their parents, Tony and Diane. Aubrey Burgess continues her role as Tony and Diane's youngest daughter, Eva Hutchinson. Photo Credit: Lime Pictures/  Hollyoaks Talking about her new role in Hollyoaks, Chloe Atkinson said   “I am so excited and grateful to be joining the cast of Hollyoaks as Dee Dee Hutchinson. My time here so far has been truly amazing, and I cannot wait to continue the journey. The rest of the cast has welcomed me with open arms. I couldn't finish this message without mentioning Lacey Findlow and how lucky I feel to show yo...

SINGLE REVIEW - GABBY BARRETT - AIN'T SUPPOSED TO BE

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Last Friday (3rd October), US singer-songwriter,  Gabby Barrett  released her brand-new single, Ain't Supposed To Be which was written by Gabby alongside Jon Nite, Ross Copperman, and Chase McGill. Photo Credit: Robby Klein Ain't Supposed To Be  is a song of fondness and the lyrics have that flashback feel as she sings about her time on American Idol and meeting her now husband on the show. The honesty within the lyrics is beautiful and the journey that both Gabby and Cade's love story took them on. The chorus is stunning and one that displays the many vocal tones of Gabby which makes it even more special, and you can hear how much she connects to the lyrics and it's story-telling. The bridge is so poignant due to Gabby's soft vocal making it my standout moment for the song overall. The title 'Ain't Supposed To Be' is part for me that I couldn't help by get a little emotional over as love happens when you least expect it and Gabby's was during he...

NEXT WEEK ON EMMERDALE: VICTORIA IS FRUSTRATED WITH ROBERT

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During last week's visits to Emmerdale, viewers saw Robert Sugden's husband revealed as he and Aaron decided to give things another go, however their relationship was never going to be plain sailing and nor would we want it to be!  Let's be honest, it's not a Robron relationship without some drama. Next week's visit to the Yorkshire Dales based soap, Aaron Dingle informs Robert Sugden that he is moving back into the flat today and asks Robert to stay with him for his first night to which Robert agrees. However, Victoria Sugden is quick to remind her brother that he still needs to tell Aaron about his husband, Kev  - something I still didn't see coming, please tell me I am not alone in saying I was shocked by this twist? Photo Credit: ITV/ Emmerdale With Aaron anxious ahead of the move, Robert is guilty when Aaron expresses hope for a fresh start, while Robert cancels a call from Kev. With things moving on between Robert and Aaron, he's aware he needs to be h...

*REVIEW* MAX BRANNING RETURNED TO EASTENDERS AS LAUREN AND PETER GOT MARRIED

Earlier this week in Tuesday 30th September's episode of the Walford based soap saw Lauren Branning and Peter Beale marry which I have to admit the drama it bought was brilliant! For the loyal EastEnders fans, if you rewind to 4th December, 2014 where Peter proposed to Lauren and 3rd February, 2015 where Lauren asked Peter to marry her after Ian Beale asked Peter to be his best man. Then casting our minds back to 3rd April, 2025 where Lauren proposed to Peter after initially turning him down. It's no secret that Lauren and Peter have been through an emotional rollercoaster during their relationship, however over the past months, Peter has made Lauren feel like the worst person, but despite this Lauren stood by Peter despite him having struggled to support her when she was worried about their son, Jimmy which in July saw the pair reunite once again following Louie running off with Jimmy's diagnosis finally opening their eyes on their relationship. During Monday's episode...