Anton Du Beke's life off screen from real name and age to Strictly 'feud'

We know her best for playing the flirtatious seductress Charity Dingle in Emmerdale, but the actress that plays her, Emma Atkins couldn’t be further from her alter-ego in real life. The character, who is famous for her raunchy ways and dodgy business dealings is a far cry from Emma’s quieter and far less eventful life off screen, with all of the drama we love to see unfold, safely kept to the confines of the set! The 48 year old star first arrived on the show in 2000, and the Woolpack owner continues to be at the centre of the action even two decades down the line.

James Hooton is one of the most recognisable faces on the Emmerdale cobbles. He's been starring in the show since 1995 as Sam Dingle. His life on the soap hasn't been short of drama, from shootings and kidnappings and cow stampedes- it's always been eventful.

Louise Jameson shot to fame when she was cast as the companion to the fourth Doctor in Doctor Who back in 1977. Louise stunned as the leather-clad Leela in the role, and her newfound fame would go on to help her secure roles in crime series Bergerac, soap Eastenders and classic hospital drama Holby City. In 2022, the 72 year old veteran star joined the cast of Emmerdale.

Emily Symons found her breakout role in the character of hairdresser Marilyn Chambers on Home and Away, taking up the role in 1989.The star, now 54, took up the role for ten years before departing for a series of other roles, including a stint on Emmerdale, although she later returned to her Home and Away role in 2010.The star also had a stint on Dancing On Ice in 2007, but was voted out in the semi-final following a skate-off against Blue's Duncan James. After years living in the UK and seven years playing Louise Appleton on Emmerdale, Emily returned to her native Australia to reprise her Home and Away role and has resided there ever since. Off screen, Emily’s romantic history includes two marriages - her first to drummer Nick Lipscombe, who she met in London in the early 90s.

After being at the helm of Channel 4 property show Location, Location, Location alongside co-host and good friend Kirstie Allsopp forever 20 years, it’s hard to imagine Phil Spencer’s life away from helping couples to find their dream home on screen. Well known for his charismatic personality and keen eye for detail, there was even some clear onscreen chemistry between the close work pals, that caused fans to speculate about a potential romance between the on-screen duo, but Phil soon laughed off the claims as he assured fans they held a “natural, platonic relationship”.

Swapping the wards of Holby City for a new role in Hollyoaks, actor David Ames delighted fans this week when a first look episode, saw the star make his debut in the Channel 4 soap as new headteacher Carter Shepherd. The exciting episode first got underway when Goldie McQueen (Chelsee Healey) poignantly admitted to (Ross Adams)that she had been struggling recently. Later, Goldie continued to lament about her situation at Bronzer’s memorial bench, while asking for a sign to help her through the particularly rough patch.

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Liam Fox first appeared on our screens as Dan Spencer in Emmerdale back in 2011 and he's remained on the soap ever since.The actor, 53, was initially contracted for just eight episodes, but he was soon offered a spot as a soap regular with Dan becoming a prominent character in the fictitious village. However, Liam's time on the ITV soap is soon set to come to an end after 12 years, with Dan facing a lengthy prison sentence after he was charged with manslaughter following the death of daughter Amelia's stalker Lloyd Sawyer.

The much-loved Emmerdale character Bob Hope has been a resident of the Dales for over 20 years and in that time has been a part of the biggest storylines to hit the show. Even in the last week, Bob has been central to a storyline involving his discovery of Wendy and Liam's secretive affair and after a tense confrontation he is now fighting for his life in hospital. But off screen, the actor Tony Audenshaw, who plays Bob, has been through ups and downs of his own in both his professional and personal life.

Leanne Battersby may be having a quiet time on the cobbles of late, but she has faced her fair share of drama over the years. The character arrived to the cobbles in 1997 when it was announced the 'family from hell' was to be introduced to the ITV soap to draw up some trouble on the famous street.

Perrie Edwards has shocked fans after sharing her son's full name, revealing that it's not just simply Axel, and there's a secret meaning to the name when paired with the tot's middle name. The former Little Mix star, 30, welcomed her son with fiancé Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain back in 2021, and announced the new arrival on Instagram, writing: "Welcome to the world baby 21/08/21" followed by a heart emoji.Two weeks after welcoming her son she announced his name, writing: "2 weeks of loving you.

Confirmed as the eighth contestant taking part in 2023's Strictly Come Dancing series, Adam Thomas is set to be a massive hit. Likely to be this year's hunk of the show, we predict great things for him even though he hilariously admits he "can't dance to save himself!" The Thomas brother is ready to hit the dancefloor with a bang, but just who is Adam Thomas behind-the-scenes? OK! takes a deep dive into the cheeky Manc to find out a little more about the star who will be foxtrotting into our livingrooms every weekend.The former Emmerdale star has already been on our telly for years, even winning a Best Soap Newcomer at the TV Choice awards for his explosive storylines in the soap.

It may be hard to believe but soon Helen Worth will be celebrating 50 years on the cobbles. The actress joined Coronation Street in 1974 as Gail Platt, 14 years after the ITV soap first hit screens.

With Strictly Come Dancing’s 21st series just weeks away from hitting our screens, the long-running dance show is set to welcome its oldest ever contest, Angela Rippon. The 78 year old broadcaster was just one of three stars announced to be taking part in the show, when The One Show revealed that Angela would be joining Sherlock star Amanda Abbington and Bad Education actor and singer Layton Williams.

With just weeks left to go until the return of Strictly Come Dancing for its 21st season, the first celebrity revealed to be competing in the 2023 series was announced on Friday as Amanda Abbington. Announcing the news on BBC’s The One Show, a delighted Alex Jones revealed that Amanda would be taking part in the show, as she said: “I’m really excited and incredibly nervous!” Amanda is well known for her role as John Watson’s wife in the BBC series Sherlock, with the popular star having been keen to participate in the show for a number of years before finally getting the chance to compete in hopes of securing the coveted glitter ball trophy.

There was another dramatic night afoot in the dales on Thursday, when Emmerdale’s Lloyd Sawyer passed away after weeks of fighting for his life in hospital following a brutal altercation with Dan Spencer. As regular viewers will know, Lloyd first appeared on our screens earlier this summer, when he became unhealthily obsessed with Dan’s daughter Amelia, after discovering her account on social media.

As the Harry Potter films once again return to our screens this week, countless fans have been hit with a wave of nostalgia over the magical film series which dominated the lives of many 90’s and 00’s kids growing up. But one star of the franchise who continues to surprise fans at home with their real age, is Moaning Myrtle star Shirley Henderson, who despite playing a ghostly teen on screen, was actually in her mid-thirties while filming! Well known for her petite stature and youthful face, Shirley easily looks decades younger than her true age, 57 - and has had no shortage of varied roles over the years thanks to her versatility and finesse on screen.

Emmerdale fans are in for a treat next week, when one familiar face returns to the dales as a brand new villain, over twenty years since last appearing in the soap. Actor Robert Beck will no doubt be a blast from the past for many viewers, after originally starring in the show for 78 episodes, when he played Bernice Blackstock’s love interest Gavin Ferris - who famously was caught kissing Jason Kirk amid his engagement to the B&B owner! It has since been revealed however, that Robert will once again be returning to the ITV soap, but this time in a far grittier role as new villain Harry, who will debut on the show next week as part of a new storyline involving Nate Robinson, Caleb Miligan and newcomer Corey.

Married At First Sight cast were a drama-free, friendly anomaly compared to other seasons? We hate to break it to you, but despite the pretty calm first few months post-show, it appears your usual MAFS feuds are well and truly kicking off. Watch Below: Married At First Sight 2023 couples on their way to first dinner partyIn case you missed it, a select few Married At First Sight contestants appeared together at the TV WEEK Logies, alongside John Aiken and Alessandra Rampolla.Janelle Han, Rupert Bugden, Tahnee Cook, Ollie Skelton, Melinda Willis, Layton Mills, Sandy Jawanda, Claire Nomarhas, Evelyn Ellis, and Duncan James all put their best foot forward on the Red Carpet however it was quickly apparent that the group weren't exactly the best of friends.

Kate Garraway says Anton Du Beke is “incredibly brave” after speaking out for the first time about a childhood incident, in which he was stabbed by his father.The former Strictly Come Dancing judge made the revelation during a new series of Life Stories, now hosted by Kate. He spent three days in hospital after he was stabbed in the stomach and the leg on Boxing Day while he was living at the family home in Kent.