EASTENDERS actress Ruhtxjiaïh Bèllènéa is leaving the soap after just one year of playing Mila.
The star’s exit in the coming weeks comes shortly after her onscreen girlfriend Iqra, played by Priya Davdra, bid farewell to the square – leaving other cast members concerned for their future.
A source said: “Ruhtxjiaïh was brought into the soap last year to be part of a very important FGM storyline.
“Her character’s time has run its course so it’s time for her to move on.
“There has been a lot of change on the soap recently and other stars are getting concerned they could be part of the next shake-up.”
A rep for EastEnders said: “To suggest cast are in fear is speculative nonsense.”
Read our Soaps live blog below for the latest news and gossip…
- Joseph Gamp
EastEnders star Danny Dyer offered own family reality show
EASTENDERS' Danny Dyer and his family have been offered £1million by Channel 4 to star in their own reality TV show.
The actor is leaving the BBC soap later this year after playing pub landlord Mick Carter for nine years.
The Keeping up With The Kardashians-style show would focus on the home life of Danny, wife Jo Mas and their children, Love Island winner Dani, 25, daughter Sunnie, 14, and son Arty, eight.
A TV source said: "Once Danny is a free agent later this year, the sky's the limit.
"TV production companies are falling over themselves to film him and his family. Channel 4 Soap Mick made him a lucrative offer that he's been tempted by and he knows his family would make really lively, fun TV."
Jo, 45, has previously said they had considered taking part in a family show.
She said: "We've been offered a reality show, but Danny is contracted at the BBC.
"We have always joked about it. People do say we need a show in our house because there's always a drama."
Dani added: "It could possibly happen next year."
- Joseph Gamp
How did Sally Dynevor do in Dancing on Ice last night?
Coronation Street actress Sally Dynevor scored 23 with professional Matt Evers, who has been on the show since its launch in 2006.
The 58-year-old, who plays Sally Metcalfe in the long-running ITV soap, had a small wobble while skating to She's Always A Woman by Billy Joel.
She said: "I have been in fight or flight mode for the last two days, I feel like I am in Australia."
Head judge Christopher Dean explained he had his finger over the 6 button before her stumble, scoring her a 5.5.
He said: "It was a lovely performances, some beautiful lines."
Jayne Torvill added: "Your technique is really, really good, exactly on point."
- Joseph Gamp
More about Kelvin Fletcher's new TV show
Kelvin won the 2019 series of Strictly alongside professional partner Oti Mabuse after being a last-minute replacement for an injured Jamie Laing.
He rose to fame playing Andy Sugden on ITV soap Emmerdale between 1996 and 2016.
Kelvin and his family will be seen on screens on Monday in the new BBC programme Kelvin's Big Farming Adventure.
The six-part series, filmed last summer, will see the family "decamp to the countryside" as they build a new life on their farm in the Peak District.
It will air on BBC One at 8.30pm.
- Joseph Gamp
Emmerdale's Kelvin Fletcher announces 'curveball' baby news
Former Strictly Come Dancing champion Kelvin Fletcher and his wife have revealed they are expecting twins.
The ex-Emmerdale star, 38, and actress Liz Marsland, who married in November 2015, already share daughter Marnie and son Milo.
The pair, who moved to a farm last year, announced the news during an appearance on BBC Breakfast, with Fletcher describing the twins as a "curveball".
With the couple live in the studio, presenter Sally Nugent said: "You were already quite busy, weren't you – before you took on a farm – with two young children? And you have news to share with us this morning."
Liz said: "We're having two more children."
Kelvin added: "We just recently found out – to add another curveball, if you like.
"We don't really do things by halves and then we found out we're having not just one baby but two, so we are having twins. It was an absolute eye-opener.
- Joseph Gamp
Martin Kemp remembers German sauna blunder in 1980
SPANDAU Ballet bass player Martin Kemp says he mistakenly ended up naked and standing in a pot plant at a sauna.
The ex-EastEnders star, 60, was in his late teens when he made the spa visit blunder on tour in Germany in 1980.
He said he and saxophonist Steve Norman decided to pamper their feet by walking in a trough of pumice stones.
Martin said: "According to Steve it was great for getting the dead skin off your feet. He said I should get in.
"So there we are, both completely naked, walking up and down.
"All of a sudden this German woman bursts out and shouts, 'What are you doing? You are in my plant pot!'.
"We weren't even in the sauna any more we were in the reception."
- Joseph Gamp
Adam Woodyatt says I'm A Celeb helped him 'escape reality'
ADAM Woodyatt has revealed that I'm a Celeb gave him an "escape from reality" after the collapse of his marriage to Beverly Sharp.
The star, who has played Ian Beale on EastEnders since 1985, married Beverly in 1998 and they have two grown-up kids together.
But the couple decided to part ways back in summer 2019.
Appearing on Good Morning Britain, Adam said his stint on I'm a Celeb was good for him.
He said: "It was just an escape from reality. You left the world behind. It was peace and quiet. There wasn't anything they threw at me that I couldn't do. I loved it."
When host Richard Madeley asked if he would ever think about returning to Gwrych Castle in Wales, Adam said: "I'd be back in there next week if I could."
- Joseph Gamp
Rose Ayling-Ellis says official status for British Sign Language would be 'so emotional'
DEAF Strictly champ Rose Ayling-Ellis says getting official status for British Sign Language would be "so emotional".
The EastEnders actress, 27, has been campaigning for the change as BSL has no legal protection.
She has told of children being forced to translate for their deaf parents at GP appointments because a BSL translator has not been provided.
Rose said: "I want to use my platform to reflect that attention on to the deaf community."
Labour MP Rosie Cooper has proposed a Bill which would make BSL an official language.
- Joseph Gamp
EastEnders’ Mila actress Ruhtxjiaïh Bèllènéa leaving soap after just one year
EASTENDERS actress Ruhtxjiaïh Bèllènéa is leaving the soap after just one year of playing Mila.
The star’s exit in the coming weeks comes shortly after her onscreen girlfriend Iqra, played by Priya Davdra, bid farewell to the square – leaving other cast members concerned for their future.
A source said: “Ruhtxjiaïh was brought into the soap last year to be part of a very important FGM storyline.
“Her character’s time has run its course so it’s time for her to move on.
“There has been a lot of change on the soap recently and other stars are getting concerned they could be part of the next shake-up.”
- Joseph Gamp
Coronation Street’s Adam Rickitt looks very different 25 years after Nick Tilsley
ACTOR Adam Rickitt played Nick Tilsley on Coronation Street on-and-off between 1997 and 2004 before Ben Price later took over the role.
But now the soap star, who also appeared in Hollyoaks, looks a world away from the guy who stole Leanne Battersby’s heart back in the day.
During his time on the cobbles, the 43-year-old became something of a heartthrob, known for his blonde curtains, gorgeous smile, and abs you could easily grate cheese on.
Today, although still handsome, he looks nothing like that hunk viewers of a certain age will remember, sporting stubble and darker hair with a short back and sides.
Before returning for a couple of stints, Adam originally left Corrie in 1999 for a career in music, signing a six-album deal with Polydor – although he ultimately only released one, called Good Times.
The singer’s first single, Breathe Again, shot to number five, but the album made it no further than number 41 in the charts and the record company subsequently dropped him.
- Joseph Gamp
Corrie spoilers: Leo asks Jenny to take relationship to next level
Sally Ann Matthews‘ Jenny will be faced with a difficult choice in an upcoming Coronation Street episode due to air on January 21, 2022.
Leo will try to take his relationship to the next level by suggesting Jenny meets his parents, she will be taken aback, promising that she will at least consider it.
But what will Jenny choose?
Recent months have been particularly difficult for the landlady after she has been left grieving for the loss of her ex-husband Johnny (Richard Hawley).
- Louis Allwood
Corrie star confirms comeback
WHILE accused of Seb Franklin's murder, Kelly Neelan went through a tough time in Coronation Street.
Thankfully for her, her mum Laura Neelan will be making her way back to the cobbles after actress Kel Allen made the announcement on Instagram.
The widow of cold-blooded loan shark Rick Neelan has not been seen in Weatherfield since July, 2020.
But in a post shared with her Instagram followers, Kel revealed a snap of herself alongside on-screen daughter Millie Gibson.
Both women can be seen wearing padded ITV Studios jackets on the cobbled set of Coronation Street.
- Louis Allwood
Kelvin Fletcher expecting twins
The former Emmerdale actor, 38, shared the news on BBC Breakfast today – revealing they would soon be a family of six, with Kelvin joking: "We don't do things by halves."
Kelvin has known Liz since he was nine years old, and they tied the knot in November of 2015.
Together they share a daughter, Marnie and son, Milo.
They appeared on the show today to talk about Kelvin Fletcher's Big Farm Adventure and presenter Sally Nugent started the interview saying: "You were already quite busy, weren’t you, before you took on a farm, with two young children. And you have news to share with us this morning, which is…"
Liz replied: "We’re having another two more children!"
She joked that Kelvin still looked shocked by the news.
- Louis Allwood
Inside Ricky Champ’s romantic spa weekend
Ricky Champ treated his wife Sammy to a romantic spa weekend after revealing she's pregnant.
The couple, who already share four-year-old Beatrix, revealed their exciting news earlier this month.
The actor, 41, who is best known for playing Stuart Highway in the BBC soap, drove Sammy to a stunning destination for a well-needed weekend away.
Sammy shared a selection of snaps on her Instagram.
- Louis Allwood
EastEnders looking to find new characters
SOAP boss Chris Clenshaw plans to bring in new characters and old fan favourites to boost EastEnders ratings.
Dramatic storylines such as the downfall of killer Gray Atkins are also planned.
One insider said: “There are big changes happening. Chris is clear on his vision and he’s determined to put his stamp on the show.
“Linda Carter, is on her way back — and with Janine trying to get her claws into Mick — two of Walford’s finest go head to head.”
- Louis Allwood
The time is now
Maximum Motors owner Jay (portrayed by Jamie Borthwick) has been waiting for the right moment to get his revenge on Janine.
And it appears that the odds will be in his favour in a new instalment of the BBC One soap due on the air on January 20, 2022.
When his partner Honey is embarrassed to see him completing his community payback, Janine takes pleasure in seeing him struggle.
Jay doesn’t have to wait long before his chance for payback comes along in the form of social worker Claire.
Read more about the spoiler here.
- Louis Allwood
Manpreet Sharma gets horrifying shock as she wakes up in hospital
Rebecca Sarker's character has gone through hell in the past few weeks.
After being taken hostage by her serial killer sister Meena (Paige Sandhu), the GP managed to free herself from her captivity… only to be run over by her former fiancé, Charles Anderson (Kevin Mathurin).
Manpreet has since been unconscious and is set to remain under close observation in hospital during this week's Emmerdale episodes.
However, a police officer is stationed outside of her room as the authorities are confident Meena could return with vengeance on her mind.
Believing he won't be missed, the officer leaves his spot for a moment during which a bewildered Manpreet wakes up.
Traumatised by her experience as Meena's hostage, she lets out a scream when she recognises the nurse as her murderous and unhinged sister.
Is Meena back to finish what she started?
Fans of the long-running drama will have to wait before finding out.
- Louis Allwood
Maisie Smith grows close to pro dancer Nikita Kuzmin
The former EastEnders actress and the professional dancer took to Instagram to reveal they had been hanging out between rehearsals for the Strictly tour.
Maisie, 20, looked to be joined by Nikita, 24, and some of their co-stars from the BBC One dancing competition for dinner on Sunday night.
The group took to Gordon Ramsay's Street Kitchen, where Maisie jokingly thanked the chef's daughter Tilly, 19, for "providing the goods".
Following the meal, the soap star could be seen laughing with Nikita as the pair hit the gym together for a late-night workout to finish the day.
Maisie giggled towards the camera as they filmed the short clip from their time in the gym – which was posted to the dancer's Instagram story.
- Louis Allwood
Liv Flaherty set to MARRY Vinny Dingle on EastEnders
EMMERDALE fans could be in for a celebration after Liv Flaherty was spotted in a wedding dress alongside boyfriend Vinny Ashdale.
Actors Isobel Steele and Bradley Johnson have been pictured working on location in Manchester where it's thought their on-screen characters will be tying the knot.
The photo obtained by Metro has raised hopes that Liv – who is currently in prison – will be exonerated after the truth about serial killer Meena Jutla (Paige Sandhu) was revealed.
The troubled youngster had a drunken row with Ben in the hours before his death and was blamed for Meena's crime.
While viewers know it was really serial killer Meena who murdered Ben – having battered him with a canoe paddle – Emmerdale residents have no idea.
- Milica Cosic
Emmerdale Spoiler: Cain gets disowned
Mackenzie and Cain’s ploy to get payback on Al doesn’t come without repercussions.
After betraying his family to gain the upper hand in the feud, Cain is disowned and ostracised by an infuriated Chas.
The hot-tempered Dingle has been feuding with Al for several weeks.
Both of their sons, Kyle and Ellis, even became collateral damage in the conflict.
- Milica Cosic
EastEnders boss to 'bring in old fan favourites'
SOAP boss Chris Clenshaw plans to bring in new characters and old fan favourites to boost EastEnders ratings.
Dramatic storylines such as the downfall of killer Gray Atkins are also planned.
One insider said: “There are big changes happening. Chris is clear on his vision and he’s determined to put his stamp on the show.
“Linda Carter, is on her way back — and with Janine trying to get her claws into Mick — two of Walford’s finest go head to head.”
- Milica Cosic
Emmerdale spoiler: Sam finds evidence of Meena’s murders
Emmerdale fans know that Meena went on murder spree the past few months.
The nurse portrayed by Paige Sandhu killed her former best friend Nadine Butler prior to her arrival in the Dales and, as characters were slowly closing in on her, went on to take the lives of three other people.
These include Leanna Cavanagh, Andrea Tate and Ben Tucker.
Throughout her rampage, Meena kept small items to remember her victims by as “trophies”, which she then stored in a box.
In an attempt to cover up for her crimes, she buried the secret box in an allotment.
However, nothing stays buried to long in Emmerdale and Sam Dingle will inadvertently shovel dirt across the box while working in the allotment.
Will Sam uncover the evidence needed against Meena?
- Milica Cosic
Corrie star looks unrecognisable dressed as a Teletubbie
ONE soap star recently shared a childhood throwback photo posing the house down in a Teletubbies costume – but who was it?
The star in question was none other than Coronation Street’s Lucy Fallon, who played Bethany Platt on the beloved ITV soap between 2015 and 2020.
The 26-year-old swung by Instagram this morning with a real treat for her 520,000 loyal followers: an adorable snap of her as a toddler dressed up like Po from hit BBC kids show the Teletubbies.
In the hilarious post, the actress could be seen decked out in red and silver, holding her hands together and looking fiercely unimpressed.
Captioning a second shot, zoomed in for a close-up of her unsmiling face, a baffled Lucy asked: “Who did this to me?”
- Milica Cosic
Corrie spoilers: Leo asks Jenny to take relationship to next level
Sally Ann Matthews‘ Jenny will be faced with a difficult choice in an upcoming Coronation Street episode due to air on January 21, 2022.
Leo will try to take his relationship to the next level by suggesting Jenny meets his parents, she will be taken aback, promising that she will at least consider it.
But what will Jenny choose?
Recent months have been particularly difficult for the landlady after she has been left grieving for the loss of her ex-husband Johnny (Richard Hawley).
- Milica Cosic
Danny Dyer & family 'previously considered a KUWTK' type show
Joanne Mas, Danny Dyer's wife said they previously had considered taking part in a family show.
She said: “We’ve been offered a reality show, but Danny is contracted at the BBC.
“We have always joked about it. People do say we need a show in our house because there’s always a drama. One day we might do it.”
Dani added: “There have been talks about it. It could possibly happen next year.”
Speaking for the first time about his departure from the soap on his Sorted With The Dyers podcast, Danny said: “I’ve decided to go off and try some other stuff.
“I’m 44 now and I’ve had nine years of playing Mick. I think he needs to be rested.”
- Milica Cosic
Corrie fans gobsmacked at the value of Fiz & Tyrone’s house
Viewers learned how much No.9 was worth after came Tyrone (Alan Halsall) agreed to sell the property as Fiz (Jennie McAlpine) passed down to him from Jack and Vera Duckworth.
Fiz got a valuation from a real estate agent, having told Tyrone she needed the money that she had put into the house over the years back to contribute to the renovations of her new home with Phil.
The estate agent delighted Fiz when he told her it would be priced from £150,000 – £175,000.
However, people at home said he’d gone way over the top.
One person tweeted: “I’m no estate agent but that place is not worth £150,000 it’s stuck in the 80s.”
Another viewer scoffed: “£150,000 I don’t think so,” while a third person remarked: “£175 as opposed to £175k.”
Someone else tweeted: “£175,000 for Fizz’s house? I knew that Co-Op and Costa coffee were signs Weatherfield was being gentrified!”
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