EastEnders Spoilers: Lexi ‘DISTRAUGHT’ as Ben locks himself away after wounds torn open – plus Emmerdale and Corrie news
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BEN MITCHELL faces more trauma in upcoming episodes as his wounds are reopened after discovering an item of clothing from the night he was raped.
Weeks have gone by but Ben Mitchell is still dealing with the trauma Lewis Butler left him with.
Next week in EastEnders, his nephew Peter Beale will be getting his own revenge with one cruel gesture.
Ben Mitchell (portrayed by Max Bowden) has tried his best to get on with his life despite the pain he was left with after Lewis Butler (Aidan O'Callaghan) raped him.
Coming up, Ben and Jay return home but Kathy, the first resident to find out her son was raped, quickly realises that Ben is still struggling.
He reluctantly agrees to take his daughter Lexi to a Pride fair in the Square, perhaps in the hopes his spirits can be lifted.
But when the pair get ready, Peter decides to drop off a box of lost property and Lexi pulls out the shirt Lewis was wearing when he attacked Ben.
Overwhelmed with panic, Ben locks himself in the bathroom, leaving nine-year-old Lexi utterly distraught.
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Emmerdale legend Isabel Hodgins’ glamourous life outside the soap
Isabel Hodgins is an Emmerdale legend who has played Victoria Sugden on the ITV show since 2006.
She was just 12-years-old when she arrived on the Yorkshire Dales and has been a key part of the show ever since.
But according to Liverpool Echo, she once nearly gave up her acting dream before landing her massive break in Emmerdale.
She also dated co-star Michael Parr, who played Ross Barton in the ITV show, before they went their separate ways.
Isabel regularly shares Instagram posts of her glamorous lifestyle, and you can view them here:
Coronation Street: Councillor Maria targeted by trolls as she feels paranoid
After cruel videos and trolling circulates online, Maria Connor decides to turn to the police.
She then starts to receive threats, and is left feeling scared.
Maria may have to pull out of local council after feeling like her family could be at risk.
EastEnders: Rainie to make an extremely difficult decision
After her husband Stuart Highway struggled to to bond with their baby Ronald, Rainie has been issued an ultimatum.
Bernie has told her that she can keep Ronald, but only if she leaves Stuart.
Stuart instead decides he should be the one to go.
In the end Rainie makes the decision it is best if she leaves Albert Square altogether, but can heartbroken Stuart convince her to stay?
EastEnders spoilers: Suki Panesar opens up about her abusive husband
In upcoming scenes for the iconic soap, fans will see Suki tell of her abusive husband to Eve, with shocking results.
In a series of meetings between the pair, Suki opens up to Eve about her ex-husband being released from prison.
She explains the ways in which he emotionally abused her and their children.
Eve fully supports Suki, and the pair soon start to feel a spark between them.
Martine McCutcheon looks slimmer than ever as she shows off huge garden
Martine McCutcheon has been spotted looking slimmer than ever as she posed in the HUGE garden behind her new home.
The former EastEnders actress took to her Instagram to show off the results of her recent weight loss in a new snap.
Martine, 46, who rose to fame as Tiffany Mitchell in the much-love BBC One soap, showed off her garden after moving home.
She could be seen posing alongside a basket of flowers as she revealed the outside space – complete with trees and shrubs.
Showcasing her trim figure, Martine opted for a pair of tight-fitting blue jeans and a black blouse – slightly showing her stomach.
She smiled wide for the camera as she placed the flower basket on her hip, completing her look with a pair of nude sliders.
Corrie: Carla gives Peter a serious warning
Peter has discovered there isn’t enough evidence to take his surgeon Mr Thorne to court, after he rushed Peter’s liver transplant.
Carla encourages her husband to leave things alone, but he won’t give up.
Peter tries to record Mr Thorne admitting his malpractice but this doesn’t work.
Mr Thorne offers Peter a huge sum of money, to keep him quiet
Fans hail new ‘evil’ duo in EastEnders
Fans are overjoyed to see Shirley back at centre stage in the iconic soap, and this time, she has joined forces with Dotty to get revenge.
Shirley has been looking to get her own back on Sam Mitchell ever since they slept with her granddaughters boyfriend.
And with Sam’s club already under attack from a rival gang, Shirley took the opportunity and teamed up with Dotty for revenge.
fans absolutely loved this.
One fan said: “Shirley and Dotty working together (clapping emoji)”
Another added: “Shirley vs the Mitchell is happening hell yess!! Team Shirley Carter all the damn way.”
Maddy Hill to quit EastEnders in SHOCK announcement
EASTENDERS fans are in shock at Nancy Carter leaving the Square after actress Maddy Hill quit the soap.
The personal trainer decided to escape Walford for a new life in Manchester after boyfriend Zack Hudson cheated on her.
One viewer tweeted: “Well that was a surprise didn’t think Nancy was actually leaving again. #EastEnders.”
A second added: “Is this the last we seen of nancy!! #EastEnders.”
While a third commented: “#EastEnders So… Nancy was only back for a year and two months? Well that was a pointless return wasn’t it? 🙄🙄.”
The Sun can officially confirm that this is indeed Hill’s last appearance on the iconic soap.
Maddy told The Sun: “It’s been great revisiting Nancy and the Square over the past year but it felt like the right time to move on for now.
“I already miss everyone and feel so grateful to work with people I have so much love for.”
Corrie Spoilers: Todd Grimshaw hatches plan to expose Sean Tully’s bully boyfriend Frank
In an upcoming episode of Coronation Street, fans will watch as Todd sets about his secret plan to expose Frank.
Todd hatches a plan to rattle Frank… and sloshes a drink down his shirt.
How will the new character react? What do you think?
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Coronation Street: Councillor Maria targeted by trolls as she feels paranoid
After cruel videos and trolling circulates online, Maria Connor decides to turn to the police.
She then starts to receive threats, and is left feeling scared.
Maria may have to pull out of local council after feeling like her family could be at risk.
EastEnders: Rainie to make an extremely difficult decision
After her husband Stuart Highway struggled to to bond with their baby Ronald, Rainie has been issued an ultimatum.
Bernie has told her that she can keep Ronald, but only if she leaves Stuart.
Stuart instead decides he should be the one to go.
In the end Rainie makes the decision it is best if she leaves Albert Square altogether, but can heartbroken Stuart convince her to stay?
What next for Corrie actor Charlie De Melo?
Former Coronation Street star Charlie De Melo has swapped the cobbles for treading the boards.
The actor, 32, has landed a role in a new theatre production just weeks after bowing out of the ITV soap.
Charlie shared his exciting news with his fans today – revealing it was something his mum really wanted him to do.
He explained: “When I first announced to my (utterly bewildered) parents, about 1000 years ago, that I wanted to make a try at being an Actor, my Mum (presumably after the shock and disappointment had worn off) gave me three provisos, if this was the path I wished for myself.
“Three things she wanted for my life and career.
“Very pleased to say that, as of today, I’ve ticked the second off that list.
“This theatre, with this material, with this combination of people involved. I can’t wait to get started. ❤”
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Gary Windass takes violent revenge
MARIA Connor becomes the target of a vile hate campaign as she takes on local politics.
Hellbent on protecting her from any harm, her husband Gary Windass resorts to violence next week in Coronation Street.
Unbeknownst to many in Weatherfield, Gary Windass (portrayed by Mikey North) is one of Corrie's most notable serial killers after making two victims in the cobbles.
In upcoming episodes of the long-running ITV soap, his violent streak makes a quick return as he tries to protect his wife Maria Connor (Samia Longchambon).
The hairstylist turned eco-warrior has thrown herself into a political career but her ambitions make her the target of online hate.
She reckons the police need informing about the threats she's been receiving as a result and despite Gary's misgivings, decides to host a press conference.
But Gary lets his temper get the best of him when Jimmy, the refuse team leader, heckles Maria.
Seeing red, Gary is convinced Jimmy is responsible for the hate Maria has received online and aggressively pins him against the wall.
Maria and Gary are set for some more stressful times, although they perhaps believed they could be catching a break after Rick Neelan's body was discovered.
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EastEnders spoilers: Ben suffers tragic setback
Ben Mitchell is still dealing with the trauma Lewis Butler left him with.
In upcoming EastEnders scenes, his nephew Peter Beale will be getting his own revenge with one cruel gesture.
Ben and Jay return home but Kathy, the first resident to find out her son was raped, quickly realises that Ben is still struggling.
While at home Ben sees the shirt his rapist wore and instantly begins to panic.
Ben locks himself in the bathroom, leaving nine-year-old Lexi utterly distraught.
Can Ben overcome his grief?
Corrie fans scratching their heads at Stephen’s accent as he makes stunning return after 15 years
As revealed last week, Audrey Robert’s son Stephen Reid is back on the soap for the first time since 2007.
However, it wasn’t this dramatic scene that got viewers talking about Stephen’s return – but instead it was his accent, with some likening him to an “80s action film star”.
One viewer tweeted: “WTF is that accent #Corrie.”
While this one said said: “Stephen thinks he’s in an 80s action film #Corrie.”
Another chimed in: “Ok his voice is going to irritate the [angry face emoji] out of me, please don’t give him many lines lol.”
This fan commented: “Stephen not wasting any time in showing off his vocal range.”
Brian Packham's Miley Cyrus link
Prior to his role in Coronation Street, Peter Gunn had appeared in various other TV shows and films.
However, younger fans may just recognise the actor for another role. which he played in 2009.
Appearing in the award-winning film Hannah Montana: The Movie, Peter worked alongside popstar and actress Miley Cyrus.
He played British journalist Oswald Granger in the film and spent three months filming in America.
It turned out that one of his mates, also from his hometown, Peter Chelsom was directing the film and thought the soap star would be perfect to play the part.
Speaking to the he said: “I spent one month filming in Tennessee and two months in LA filming the Hannah Montana movie and it was incredible."
Corrie fans left amused
Corrie fans were left amused on Friday night when a familiar face returned to the soap after 15 years away.
Audrey Robert's son Stephen Reid is back on the show for the first time since 2007.
But his accent left fans amused.
One viewer tweeted: "WTF is that accent #Corrie."
While this one said: "Stephen thinks he's in an 80s action film #Corrie."
Another chimed in: "Ok his voice is going to irritate the [angry face emoji] out of me, please don't give him many lines lol."
This fan commented: "Stephen not wasting any time in showing off his vocal range."
However, the reason behind his accent is that Audrey gave him up for adoption in Canada years ago.
The most recent episode of the famous soap saw actor Todd Boyce reprise his role in hasty fashion as he found Audrey unconscious in the salon.
His mum had collapsed the previous evening and had been laying trapped underneath a motorbike all night, as her family discussed how to beat her drinking issue.
Stephen found his mother after arriving at the salon to see Elaine Jones (Paula Wilcox) trying to enter it.
He broke down the door in and was shocked to find his mother collapsed on the floor.
EastEnders star set for SHOCK exit
EASTENDERS fans are in shock at Nancy Carter leaving the Square after actress Maddy Hill quit the soap.
The personal trainer decided to escape Walford for a new life in Manchester after boyfriend Zack Hudson cheated on her.
One viewer tweeted: “Well that was a surprise didn’t think Nancy was actually leaving again. #EastEnders.”
A second added: “Is this the last we seen of nancy!! #EastEnders.”
While a third commented: “#EastEnders So… Nancy was only back for a year and two months? Well that was a pointless return wasn’t it? 🙄🙄.”
The Sun can officially confirm that this is indeed Hill’s last appearance on the iconic soap.
Maddy told The Sun: “It’s been great revisiting Nancy and the Square over the past year but it felt like the right time to move on for now.
“I already miss everyone and feel so grateful to work with people I have so much love for.”
Fans left overjoyed
Fans are overjoyed to see Shirley back at centre stage in the iconic soap, and this time, she has joined forces with Dotty to get revenge.
Shirley has been looking to get her own back on Sam Mitchell ever since they slept with her granddaughters boyfriend.
And with Sam’s club already under attack from a rival gang, Shirley took the opportunity and teamed up with Dotty for revenge.
fans absolutely loved this.
One fan said: “Shirley and Dotty working together (clapping emoji)”
Another added: “Shirley vs the Mitchell is happening hell yess!! Team Shirley Carter all the damn way.”
Coronation Street spoilers: Gail and Audrey FORCED into a decision by Stephen
Corrie’s Audrey Roberts’ son, Stephen, forces Gail and his mum into a decision in upcoming episodes.
Metro.co.uk reports that after attacking his family last week for failing to notice Audrey was missing, Stephen apologises to Gail over blaming her for Audrey’s accident.
At Audrey’s bedside, with Gail by his side, Stephen assertively warns her that if they don’t make up, he’ll take the first plane home.
What will happen next? Find out on ITV next week.
Whoopi Goldberg is a HUGE EastEnders fan
Hard to believe, but celeb Whoopi Goldberg is a massive EastEnders fan.
My London reports that The Sister Act actress was gutted when BBC America pulled the plug on the soap back in 2003.
The actress, 66, stated that she is extremely "sad" that it is no longer on air.
"I love EastEnders. BBC America started out showing that here in the States and I got very very involved in it and then it was gone."
She added: "Where’s Peggy?! Where’s that woman with the cigarette?! I was sad that they stopped showing it here."
Celeb Whoopi Goldberg is a massive EastEnders fan, and The Sister Act actress was gutted when BBC America pulled the plug on the soap back in 2003.Credit: ABC Corrie star Brian Packham actor Peter Gunn and Miley Cyrus are linked – how?
Believe it or not, Coronation Street actor Brian Packham and pop sensation Miley Cyrus are linked.
Manchester Evening News reports that back in 2009, Peter played British journalist Oswald Granger in the award-winning film, Hannah Montana: The Movie, working alongside Ms Cyrus.
He spent three months filming in America.
"It was amazing and to get the job I needed to submit a showreel or something similar. I didn’t have one at the time so my mum Barbara came to the rescue. She has got a cuttings book called Peter’s Progress. There’s everything in there from my first theatre performance to the movies I have done. So yes, that’s how I landed my Disney film role," he said.
Emmerdale spoilers: Struggling Nicola CRASHES into Matthew's van
Emmerdale’s Nicola King becomes somewhat anxious next week when she learns that she has to pick the kids up from school.
Metro.co.uk reports thatBernice Blackstock visits Nicola’s home, having organised a get-together for the two.
Nicola, however, receives a text message from Jimmy King, who tells her he won’t be able to pick up the kids due to being stuck in traffic.
Nicola proposes that Bernice collect the children, but Bernice soon reminds her that she’s “sozzled”.
Nicola insists she cannot step outside the house, but Bernice fails to identify her sister’s anxieties, and she leaves.
Nicola, meanwhile, glares at the front door, and then at her keys, scared to step outside.
Later scenes will see her overwhelmed with thoughts of her attack whilst she goes to pick up the kids, and she slams on the accelerator, crashing into David Metcalfe’s van!
