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Emmerdale star to leave soap after Dr Todd and Charity’s shocking storyline

Emmerdale star to leave soap after Dr Todd and Charity’s shocking storyline

Published by Sam Flores

Emmerdale spoilers follow. This article includes discussion of sexual assault, which some readers may find upsetting. Emmerdale’s latest villain, Dr Caitlin Todd, is expected to leave the village as her storyline with Charity Dingle comes to a harrowing twist, with star Caroline Harker reportedly set to exit the soap after these scenes air. Dr Todd has been the soap’s main antagonist for medical student Jacob Sugden, who’s been on the receiving end of nasty workplace harassment and bullying at the hands of his boss. Meanwhile, Todd has also been blackmailing Charity after she discovered that the baby the Woolpack boss carried for Sarah and Jacob was, in fact, the result of an affair with Ross Burton. ITV Related: 8 huge Emmerdale spoilers for next week (8 to 12 June) After Todd demanded £100,000 to keep quiet about baby Leyla’s paternity, it has been revealed that the villain will sexually assault Charity in a new issue-based storyline which starts airing this Sunday (7 June). As the new story unfolds, it appears that Dr Todd’s villainous arc …

Sydney Sweeney shares three-word message to critics after controversial Euphoria storyline

Sydney Sweeney shares three-word message to critics after controversial Euphoria storyline

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Sydney Sweeney marked the end of Euphoria’s third and final season Sunday with a carousel of behind-the-scenes images and a pointed, three-word caption Sweeney has played Cassie Jacobs (née Howard) in Sam Levinson’s star-making HBO drama since 2019. The third season saw her character marry her best friend’s abusive ex-boyfriend, Nate Jacobs (Jacob Elordi), while on the quest to become viral as an adult content creator on OnlyFans. Her latest character arc has drawn criticism from viewers and OnlyFans creators alike for its depiction of sex work and what fans have described as “humiliation” storylines. In her Instagram post shared Sunday, Sweeney, 28, shared photos of her in some of Cassie’s various, racy costumes from this season. Sydney Sweeney’s turn as an OnlyFans creator in ‘Euphoria’ has drawn criticism from real sex workers (HBO) In her caption, she wrote simply: “It’s …

Marshals reveals new storyline in season 1 finale following death

Marshals reveals new storyline in season 1 finale following death

Published by Daniella Wilson

The first season of Yellowstone spin-off Marshals has now come to an end, with the finale setting up a potential new love story for season 2. This comes after the first episode of the season revealed a shock death, with the wife of Luke Grimes’s Kayce Dutton, Kelsey Asbille’s Monica, having been killed off screen after the end of Yellowstone season 5. While a number of potential romances have been teased in the first season of Marshals, including one with Deputy US Marshal Andrea Cruz, the finale saw developments between Kayce and Ellyn Jameson’s Dolly Weaver. Kayce was seen riding off into the sun with Dolly near the end of the season finale, setting up a potential Romeo and Juliet style storyline, given Dolly’s family. Dolly is the daughter of Chris Mulkey’s Tom Weaver who has been trying to buy Kayce’s East Camp. However, he doesn’t know that Tom is actually ruthless, and is just after his land. He is also behind the multiple assassination attempts on Gil Birmingham’s Thomas Rainwater. Luke Grimes stars in …

EastEnders confirms major blood cancer storyline for Denise Fox

EastEnders confirms major blood cancer storyline for Denise Fox

Published by Daniella Wilson

EastEnders has confirmed a heartbreaking story for Denise Fox, which will see her diagnosed with a form of blood cancer. The character, portrayed by Diane Parish for the last two decades, has been experiencing unexplained tiredness in recent episodes, and has been prompted by Sam Mitchell (Kim Medcalf) seek medical attention. Later this month, viewers will see Denise diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia. The storyline is set to play out throughout the remainder of the year and into 2027, exploring the impact the illness will have on not only her, but those around her. The soap has been working with Blood Cancer UK to ensure the plot is delivered accurately and sensitively. EastEnders‘ executive producer, Ben Wadey, said: “It was vital to us that Denise’s storyline is portrayed with sensitivity and care, and we’re grateful to Blood Cancer UK for their advice in helping us tell this story accurately. Denise Fox, played by Diane Parish, will be diagnosed with blood cancer. BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron “As viewers follow Denise, we hope to shine a light on the …

EastEnders icon Denise Fox to receive devastating blood cancer diagnosis in upcoming storyline

EastEnders icon Denise Fox to receive devastating blood cancer diagnosis in upcoming storyline

Published by Daniella Wilson

Get the latest entertainment news, reviews and star-studded interviews with our Independent Culture email Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter Get the latest entertainment news with our free Culture newsletter EastEnders is set to explore a significant health storyline as character Denise Fox will be diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia. Diane Parish, who portrays the salon manager, will see her character embark on a challenging journey after experiencing unexplained tiredness, which leads to a series of tests and the eventual diagnosis. The BBC soap opera will delve into the profound impact of the blood cancer on Denise and her loved ones, with the storyline unfolding across the remainder of the year. To ensure accuracy and sensitivity, the show has collaborated closely with the national charity, Blood Cancer UK. Ben Wadey, executive producer at EastEnders said: “It was vital to us that Denise’s storyline is portrayed with sensitivity and care, and we’re grateful to Blood Cancer UK for their advice in helping us tell this story accurately. “As viewers follow Denise, we …

Olivia Rodrigo's Favourite Sex And The City Storyline Inspired Songs On Her New Album

Olivia Rodrigo's Favourite Sex And The City Storyline Inspired Songs On Her New Album

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Olivia Rodrigo It’s well-documented that the relationship between Gen Z and Sex And The City is a complicated one, but if anyone can serve as an ambassador between the two, it’s Olivia Rodrigo. The three-time Grammy winner is currently gearing up for the release of her third album You Seem Pretty Sad For A Girl So In Love. On Thursday night, she made an appearance on The Tonight Show, where she revealed to host Jimmy Fallon that she found inspiration in unusual places on her next release. She explained that her new material is more “about romantic love in more of a positive sense” after the “heartbroken and angsty” double whammy of Sour and Guts, teasing “love songs” mixed with “melancholy” and “injected with a little bit of sadness and longing”. In particular, Olivia admitted that “multiple songs” on You Seem Pretty Sad For A Girl So In Love were inspired by the complicated relationship between Cynthia Nixon’s Miranda and David Eigenberg’s Steve on the original run of Sex And The City. Cynthia Nixon and …

EastEnders confirms important new storyline for Will and Janet Mitchell as part of special week on BBC

EastEnders confirms important new storyline for Will and Janet Mitchell as part of special week on BBC

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An EastEnders storyline will shine a light on caring by focusing on Will and Janet Mitchell next month as part of a week-long spotlight on the subject across the BBC. Titled Caring Matters, the special week – which will run from Saturday 23 May until Saturday 30 May – will bring together programming to reflect the experiences of unpaid carers and the role they play in families and communities across the country. As EastEnders fans will know, Will (Freddie Phillips) has been a supportive brother to Janet (Grace), who has Down’s syndrome, in recent years, defending her from bullies in 2021, and criticising their grandad Stevie’s (Alan Ford) attitude towards her when he first arrived in 2024, amongst other storylines. But next month on the BBC show, viewers will see the 18-year-old attempt to step up even more and juggle caring for Janet while supporting his family at home after Honey Mitchell (Emma Barton) suffers an injury. Grace as Janet Mitchell in EastEnders. BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron Caring Matters will kick off with a special episode of …

Casualty confirms return date for “lethal” new 12-part storyline

Casualty confirms return date for “lethal” new 12-part storyline

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Casualty has confirmed the return date for its new 12-part storyline which will see an unexplained virus rip through the ED. Season 41 of the medical drama – which is titled Lethal Legacy – will premiere on Saturday 25 April at 8:45pm on BBC One. Episodes will also be available at 6am on BBC iPlayer on the day of transmission. When a surge in patients with an unexplained virus causes the ED to buckle under the strain in the new season, the army is deployed to keep the peace and Flynn (Olly Rix) is forced to face a long-buried secret. Meanwhile, Stevie (Elinor Lawless) and Matty (Aron Julius) – still reeling from their loss – turn to an unexpected source of comfort, a decision that pushes Dylan (William Beck) away from his son. Elsewhere, Jodie (Anna Chell) goes to great lengths to explore a disturbing truth buried deep within a local estate. Olly Rix as Flynn Byron in Casualty. BBC Studios “With old wounds reopening and trust wearing thin, the team must pull together or watch …

Emmerdale confirms a darker future for Dr Todd’s storyline

Emmerdale confirms a darker future for Dr Todd’s storyline

Published by Sam Flores

Emmerdale spoilers follow. Emmerdale is set to continue its dark storyline involving Dr Todd, with things getting worse for Jacob Sudgen. The workplace bullying plot has seen Todd target Jacob, making him question his abilities as a doctor. But in recent episodes, viewers have seen Dr Todd move to the village and last week, she told Manpreet Sharma and Vanessa Woodfield that her student has an inappropriate crush on her. ITV Related: Best streaming services UK 2026 – including Disney+, Netflix, iPlayer and Apple TV Speaking about Dr Todd, actor Caroline Harker revealed that she didn’t know the direction her character would take when she first joined the soap for a guest role. “I slightly sensed that – I mean, there was nothing, on paper, I didn’t know, but I slightly sensed that because they reacted to the character so well over in the hospital,” Harker said. “But I honestly thought that she would be more of a maternal figure to Jacob. I had no idea that this was in the air.” Harker added that …

Coronation Street star Sue Devaney addresses Debbie’s exit amid her huge storyline

Coronation Street star Sue Devaney addresses Debbie’s exit amid her huge storyline

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Coronation Street legend Sue Devaney has opened up on her forthcoming exit from the soap, as her character Debbie Webster struggles with early-onset vascular dementia. Debbie was diagnosed in April 2025, and the storyline will ultimately lead to Devaney’s departure. In a new interview, the former Dinnerladies favourite opened up about leaving the show, vowing to “make the most” of the time she has left on the job. “I think when an actor gets to a certain age they think, ‘This is quite nice. I can go home every night, I can have my tea, I’m not living out of a suitcase.’ And it’s nice to have a regular wage, because as an actor you never know what’s next,” she told BANG Showbiz (via Female First). ITV Related: Best streaming services UK 2026 “So as you get older you think, ‘This is quite nice.’ But if it’s not to be, it’s not to be. “It’s only in soap where you think, ‘I’ve got a job for a while.’ But we never know when it’s going …