EastEnders news LIVE: Fans in tears as Lola comes clean after shock diagnosis; plus Corrie & Emmerdale spoilers
EASTENDERS fans were left in tears after Lola Pearce made the difficult decision to come clean about her shock diagnosis this week.
In last night's episode of the BBC soap, mainstay Lola (played by Danielle Harold) learnt that she has been diagnosed with Glioblastoma Multiforme, an aggressive form of brain cancer that may not be curable.
Despite doctors orders to stay in hospital until her operation, Lola decided to head home where she made the difficult decision to come clean to her family after another dizzy spell. She gathered Billy, Honey and Ben Mitchell to reveal the truth about her diagnosis.
Fans were left in tears with one saying: "This storyline that is doing with Lola is going to be so heartbreaking," while a second added: "Honestly never cried so much when watching something but this got me."
Danielle's on-screen alter ego is set to be killed off at the end of a gut-wrenching storyline.
Read our soap spoilers blog below for the latest storylines & gossip..
Hollyoaks: Fans react to newcomer Beau
In a clip shared of the new character, revealed to be Tony's estranged son, fans give mixed opinions.
One wrote on Twitter: "Another creepy family member come out of the wood work."
"I ship him and liberty," theorised another.
Summer Spellman’s life-changing choice about baby stuns Corrie fans
Summer Spellman left Corrie fans speechless as she made a life-changing choice about her pregnancy.
She recently found out that boyfriend Aaron impregnated her.
But she later told Billy and Paul that she intends to have an abortion.
One wrote: “Hope Summer isn’t being too hasty!”
Another added: “Summer is going to have an abortion. She’s made the right decision. She feels it’s too soon and she’s taking her diabetes into consideration. That couple were also way to pushy.”
Soap legends come together
EastEnders legends were reunited this week when several former stars of the soap held a get-together.
However, you’d have to have been a fan a decade or two ago to recognise some of these iconic characters.
The stars came out to support Lucy Speed – who played the long-suffering Natalie Evans, Barry’s wife, in EastEnders – as she directed a new play.
The former soap actress was in charge of How To Have a Baby and Not Lose Your S*** at the King’s Head Theatre in North London.
She was joined at the venue by actress Charlie Brooks, who took over the role of Janine Butcher in 1999.
Also there were Tariq Laroussi actor Nabil Elouahabi, who was in EastEnders from 2003 to 2005, and Paul Trueman star Gary Beadle – whose character dated both Janine and Natalie in his time on the show, from 2001 to 2004.
Hollyoaks: Tony's paternity shock
Beau has revealed that Tony is his dad.
He explained to Tony that 25 years ago he had a fling with a woman who became Beau's mother.
Will he take a paternity test to clear up any confusion?
EastEnders: Emotional scenes as Lola prepares for brain surgery
Lola Pearce is about to undergo surgery as she receives a terrifying brain tumour diagnosis.
After feeling dizzy and suffering seizures, Lola was rushed to hospital by Jay who is desperate for answers.
In emotional upcoming scenes, Lola prepares herself to undergo surgery, so doctors can find the best treatment for her.
Emmerdale: Amelia's baby to be named
The teen went into labour while the storm raged around the village, and she was stuck alone in a barn.
Luckily, she made it to the hospital in time and had a baby girl.
Amelia will reveal the name of the baby next week it is believed.
Lola’s shocking collapse in EastEnders
Lola is distracted by Lexi’s performance at the pageant in this week’s EastEnders, as Callum refuses to go following an awkward encounter with Ben Mitchell.
According to , Callum changes his mind, and Ben prepares to share some bad news with him at the event before Jay interrupts them due to a seizure Lola has in the bathroom.
Corrie spoilers: Stephen attempts to impersonate Leo
Jenny and Teddy are keen to find Leo in this week’s Coronation Street, much to Stephen’s horror.
According to , they arrange to meet up at the Bistro to discuss finding him.
Stephen takes a snap of them together in the cobbles and sends it to Teddy from Leo’s phone with a message: “don’t contact me again”.
But what will Stephen do when Teddy says he will travel to Canada to confront Leo?
Tributes flood in for former star Josephine Melville who died after theatre performance
Former EastEnders star Josephine Melville sadly passed away backstage following a theatre performance.
The actress is renowned for starring on the soap as Tessa Parker, the girlfriend of Kelvin Carpenter, in 1986.
She was performing in a play at Nottingham Playhouse.
Ex-Corrie star Denice Welch tweeted: “So so sad. A wonderful actress ❤️”.
Singer and songwriter Lorraine King wrote: “Terrible news to hear of the sudden death of Josephine Melville. Amazing energy for the East Beach festival and an inspiration for the creative arts here in Southend. Thoughts are with her family and friends.”
Will Corrie’s Evelyn return to the soap?
Evelyn Plummer hasn’t been seen on Coronation Street for more than a month.
However, Corrie actress Maureen Lipman has revealed when she will appear on the soap again.
“I’ve only just finished my one woman show”, she said.
“I don’t know when I’ll be back on screen, I’m just gradually easing back.”
Is Emmerdale’s Paige Sandhu returning as killer Meena Jutla?
Emmerdale viewers have speculated whether Paige Sandhu could return as brutal killer Meena Jutla for the soap’s 50th anniversary.
Unfortunately, Sandhu ended all speculation about her return whilst walking the red carpet of the Inside Soap Awards on October 17, 2022.
“I have been asked about it a lot and it’s so lovely! I’m surprised that people remember me, to be honest, because it’s been ages since I’ve been on”, the actress told Digital Spy.
“It means a lot to me that Meena impacted people so much.”
Loose Women’s Linda Robson ‘in talks’ to join EastEnders as Lola’s mum
Loose Women star Linda Robson has revealed she is in talks with EastEnders bosses to join the iconic soap as Lola Pearce’s mum.
Speaking at the Best Heroes Awards in the St Ermin’s Hotel, London Linda, 64, said: “I have actually been talking to EastEnders.
“They are looking for Lola’s mum. She’s not very well is she? I don’t watch the soaps so I don’t know, but I met her at the NTAs the other day, and she said she would love me to play her mum.”
Emmerdale stars Frazer Hines and Jean Rogers reunite after 30 years!
Emmerdale is celebrating its 50th anniversary, and legendary icons Frazer Hines and Jean Rogers have finally reunited.
They travelled up to Yorkshire to commemorate the show’s outstanding milestone.
Joining the soap when it was originally called Emmerdale Farm, Frazer and Jean both played Joe Sugden and Dolly Skillbeck respectively.
Emmerdale archivist Tom Parfitt meets Jean Rogers. Photo credit: Twitter. Emmerdale fans puzzled by Samson’s discovery in the woods
Samson Dingle has finally been found in the woods on Emmerdale, but fans are all asking the same question.
He was found by Lydia, Belle, and Nate finally found him, but viewers were left wondering if he was still alive after actor Sam Hall might have accidentally twitched.
Taking to Twitter, one fan wrote: “Omg, I wonder if Samson is dead? I don’t really want him to be, even tho I don’t like him!”
Another added: “Surely Samson isn’t dead, surely the Dingles won’t have lost Faith, Liv & Samson in one week?”
A third tweeted: “Is Samson dead or alive!?”
Summer Spellman’s life-changing choice about baby stuns Corrie fans
Summer Spellman left Corrie fans speechless as she made a life-changing choice about her pregnancy.
She recently found out that boyfriend Aaron impregnated her.
But she later told Billy and Paul that she intends to have an abortion.
One wrote: “Hope Summer isn’t being too hasty!”
Another added: “Summer is going to have an abortion. She’s made the right decision. She feels it’s too soon and she’s taking her diabetes into consideration. That couple were also way to pushy.”
Fans claim Samson’s phone ‘appears in wrong place’ on Emmerdale
Emmerdale fans noticed a humiliating error on Friday’s show.
Missing Samson Dingle’s smashed up phone was found in a field on Thursday’s episode.
But on Friday, fans noticed it was actually in a woodland area surrounded by trees.
One wrote: “Just watched yesterday back, Samson’s phone was in a field under a stick.. and now it’s in the woods.”
Another viewer added: “Amazing how Samson’s phone in # emmerdale miraculously moved from the middle of a field to the woods since last night’s episode.”
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Birds of a Feather actress ‘in talks’ over joining EastEnders
Linda Robson, Loose Women panelist, is reportedly having discussions with producers over joining the cast.
It is thought she could join the show as Lola Pearce’s mother.
This comes after it was revealed Lola’s fate takes a tragic twist after a brain tumour diagnosis.
The Sun at the Best Heroes Awards in the St Ermin’s Hotel, London Linda, 64, said: “I have actually been talking to EastEnders.
“They are looking for Lola’s mum. She’s not very well is she? I don’t watch the soaps so I don’t know, but I met her at the NTAs the other day, and she said she would love me to play her mum.”
Danniella Westbrook hints at huge soap return
The actress formerly appeared in EastEnders and then Hollyoaks in 2013.
Taking to Instagram, Danniella reminisced on her time as Trudy Ryan on Hollyoaks.
Her contract was diminished after she had breached her contract in 2015.
Danniella took to her Instagram Stories to share a throwback snap of her and ex co stars during her stint on Hollyoaks.
She wrote in the caption: “Throw back to my time in @hollyoaksofficial.”
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The no man's house
Home Farm, Wishing Well, Tenant House, Butlers Farm - house names in Emmerdale have become just as famous as their residents.
But fans may not know that one particular house has never been inhabited and has never been shown on screens.
Located at the entrance of the eponymous village, and right next to Mulberry Cottage, visitors of the set may find a home called Oakley which is "the only house in Emmerdale history that nobody has ever lived in."
Could a forgotten or scrapped storyline have led Oakley to be discarded altogether?
The answer is far more simple - Oakley is a small house dedicated to nothing but props.
However, everything is done to keep the illusion real in Emmerdale.
While some houses have the set inside of them (like Brook Cottage and The Grange, which only has two bedrooms), are and remain "completely empty."
This means that some scenes, particularly those in David's shop and in the Woolpack, need to be filmed in studios in Leeds, where the space allows cameras and soap stars to roam freely.
Soap legends come together
EastEnders legends were reunited this week when several former stars of the soap held a get-together.
However, you'd have to have been a fan a decade or two ago to recognise some of these iconic characters.
The stars came out to support Lucy Speed - who played the long-suffering Natalie Evans, Barry's wife, in EastEnders - as she directed a new play.
The former soap actress was in charge of How To Have a Baby and Not Lose Your S*** at the King's Head Theatre in North London.
She was joined at the venue by actress Charlie Brooks, who took over the role of Janine Butcher in 1999.
Also there were Tariq Laroussi actor Nabil Elouahabi, who was in EastEnders from 2003 to 2005, and Paul Trueman star Gary Beadle - whose character dated both Janine and Natalie in his time on the show, from 2001 to 2004.
Tina O’Brien parties with her on-screen mum
Tina O'Brien was the life and soul of the party as she enjoyed a wild night with her on-screen mum.
The actress, 39, who plays Sarah-Lou Platt in the ITV soap, wore a black top and denim mini-skirt as she headed for a lively night at the bingo.
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Summer’s bombshell pregnancy test discovered
Chesney finds a pregnancy test in a denim jacket, bought from the charity clothes swap, confusing the village.
Summer reveals to Paul that her denim jacket has gone missing, but realises her big news when he hears she had a pregnancy test hidden in her pocket.
Paul said: “I think I tracked down your denim jacket.”
Summer relieved, asked: “Ah, where is it?”
“Gemma bought it, I think,” Paul added: “More importantly, it’s what she found in the pocket.”
