The EastEnders star, 36, who joined the cast as Sonia Fowler aged just nine, was bullied about her weight and was even called a 'beached whale' before reaching her teens.

The actor, best known for his role as Steven Beale on the BBC soap, was left stunned after the youth brandished a bread-knife as he made his way home from a local fitness studio.

In this week's Coronation Street, Bethany is accused of planning to run off to London with Daniel and Bertie. Meanwhile, in EastEnders, prison-based Whitney claims she acted in self-defence.

EastEnders stars Maisie Smith and Danny Dyer cut casual figures as they returned to filming following the BBC soap's explosive 35th anniversary boat crash scenes.

The Tiffany Butcher star, 18, and Keegan Baker actor, 21, seemed to share a taxi home after the raucous celebrations as they were spotted getting into a parked vehicle together.

Insiders say Maisie, 18, and Zack, 21, went public with their blossoming romance at the soap's 35th anniversary wrap party in east London on Saturday.

In this week's EastEnders, Tiffany's wedding ring is stolen. In Coronation Street Sarah and Adam look set to tie the knot, despite Sarah's fury her daughter is moving to London with Daniel.

EastEnders SPOILER: Whitney Dean screams out and is covered in blood as she languishes in prison amid Leo King's murder as the BBC soap drops an explosive new trailer.

The former EastEnders actress, 27, showcased her impressive singing skills as she belted out Demi Lovato's This Is Me in an Instagram clip on Monday evening.

In this week's Coronation Street Ali is loaded into an ambulance after Gary partnered with Sharon to get revenge. Meanwhile in EastEnders, Jay practises proposing to Lola.

In this week's Coronation Street, Evelyn reconnects with her old flame, bearded Arthur. Meanwhile, in Eastenders, Ben is visited by Danny, who has a proposition for him.

The former EastEnders' actress took to Instagram on Tuesday to film herself walking past her local and admitted she found it 'distressing' to see so many people there.

The Ex- EastEnders actress, 27, shared a sweet picture with her baby boy resting on her chest during the night alongside the caption: 'Shout out to the 3am crew!'

The actress', 48, character Kat Slater made a swift exit on the episode after she abruptly left the Queen Vic pub following a cryptic phone call.

In this week's Emmerdale Rhona is upset when Kim insists she won't get Graham's money. Meanwhile in Eastenders love and lust are in the air, with Ben admitting he loves Callum.

The Barry Evans star, 54, performs in the new track called Braindead (Heroin Kills) by Italian DJ Piero Pirupa, which laments and shows the downfall of drug use.

The soap star, 18, shared the funny snaps on Instagram from her early days as Tiffany as she and co-star Shona McGarty messed around with props backstage.

Maisie Smith has opened up about her battle with body dysmorphia in an emotional self-penned song which she shared on her Instagram account.

It was EastEnders actress Maisie Smith's turn to show off her moves on the video sharing platform on Wednesday, posting a fun dancing clip with her lookalike mum Julie.

The soap star is far from the tough guy he portrays on screen, and has revealed his heart warming passion for caring for chickens rescued from battery farms

EastEnders star Jessie Wallace slipped into a lace-trimmed black mini to pick up some shopping after being 'suspended' from the show.

Yet the EastEnders star, 43, was making the most of the glorious weather as she took to Instagram to share a series of snaps from a sunbathing session.

She's known for being an incredible actress. Yet Jacqueline Jossa revealed she has a hidden second skill as she showcased her vocal abilities on Monday.

A source has claimed that many stars have been keen to join the dancing show after their projects were delayed or cancelled by the nationwide lockdown.

The EastEnders star, 47, took to Instagram on Tuesday to share a shirtless snap of himself posing in his home as he flexed his muscles.

EastEnders star Louisa Lytton showed off her edgy side by posing in front of graffiti in a crop top and high-waited tracksuit bottoms in a picture uploaded to Instagram on Thursday.

The former EastEnders star, 48, was crowned the winner of the 2018 series of the show and revealed getting into the kitchen helped him to change his habit.

The iconic pub had previously been shrouded in plastic sheeting and scaffolding as work on the building was underway, but the brand new pale brick exterior of the Queen Vic is now visible.

Jessie Wallace was taking extra safety precautions as she popped out for some essential shopping near her home on Thursday.

The trailer for Sky comedy Brassic has been released, showing Michelle Keegan portray a feisty mother alongside Dominic West ahead of its launch next month.

Michelle Keegan put in an appearance at the preview of the new original series on Tuesday night, rocking a smart casual look for the low-key occasion.

The Our Girl actress, 32, kept her cool while strolling through blustery winds as she left BBC Broadcasting House in London on Wednesday afternoon

The actresses' fans could scarcely tell the relatives apart, as Michelle posed for the sweet snap with Lauren Bell and Katie Hough.

Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright have given fans a glimpse into their scenic Ibiza holiday with a series of envy-inducing social media snaps.

The Irish actor, 35, shared that on the first day of filming the Sky One six-part comedy series, he and the Our Girl actress, 32, had to shoot steamy scenes.

She recently returned from a sizzling break in Ibiza with husband Mark Wright. Yet Michelle Keegan already seemed to be pining for a return as she shared a stunning bikini snap from her getaway.

Michelle Keegan looked every inch the star as she attended the Manchester screening of her new drama, Brassic on Tuesday.

During an interview on Heart Breakfast , the actress, 32, poked fun at the other half as she branded his domestic habits 'lazy' and admitted he often leaves his dirty pants on the floor.

Michelle Keegan set pulses racing as she stripped off for an extremely raunchy sex scene in new Sky drama, Brassic.

The actress, 32, flashed a wide smile as she arrived at Global radio studios in London for an appearance on Capital breakfast show, on Thursday, to promote her new drama Brassic

The former Coronation Street actress, 32, who plays Erin in the Sky drama revealed she had just met her Brassic co-star before they filmed raunchy portaloo sex scenes.

The actress' character Erin and her boyfriend Dylan decide to get jiggy when they spot a portaloo at a party, sparking a very awkward scenario as a group of fellow party-goers are left outside.

Michelle Keegan 's romp in the cubicle left fans flustered on Thursday night's episode of Brassic, but viewers still enjoyed the series so much they begged for the second season to be released.

The star has defended his and wife Michelle Keegan's love for staying in shape after trolls left nasty comments about them 'needing to eat' under images of their toned bodies.

Michelle Keegan was reunited with co-star Damien Molony as the on-screen couple filmed the second series of Brassic in Manchester on Tuesday.

The Our Girl star, 32, who stars as Erin, and the Being Human actor, 35, who plays Dylan, were reunited with their fellow castmates on set.

Michelle Keegan set pulses racing as she stripped off for an extremely raunchy sex scene in new Sky drama, Brassic.

The former Corrie star, 32, who married her husband Mark Wright, also 32, hit the set alongside her co-stars, including the show's writer Joe Gilgun

The former Corrie star, 32, who married her husband Mark Wright, also 32, in 2015, hit the set alongside her co-stars while donning a tracksuit top

Michelle Keegan battled the elements as she filmed scenes for Brassic series two in chilly Lancashire on Friday.