EastEnders' Gemma Bissix's life now as she looks unrecognisable 30 years after soap debut

Gemma Oaten was reunited with a hero from her childhood after a surprise encounter on holiday.The former Emmerdale star, 39, took to Instagram to share the touching encounter with fans, as she described how she was reunited with Joyce, who cared for her when she was struggling with anorexia as an eleven year old. Gemma - who played Rachel Breckle in Emmerdale and Isla Haywood in Coronation Street - began her story by explaining how she was on holiday in Majorca when she heard someone say her name. “I turn around & approach the lady who softly spoke my name.

Rose Ayling-Ellis has said she is 'honoured and moved' as she shared some exciting special news with her fans. The former EastEnders actress revealed that she has been given her own portrait in The National Portrait Gallery.

Fans caught a glimpse of Carrie Fisher‘s last-ever onscreen appearance in the new “Wonderwell” trailer which dropped on Friday. It features Fisher’s final filmed project, which wrapped only six weeks before the late actress’ death in 2016.

Carrie Fisher's last-ever onscreen appearance in the new  trailer which dropped on Friday. It features Fisher's final filmed project, which wrapped only six weeks before the late actress' death in 2016. Following several delays due to Fisher's death, COVID lockdowns and budget constraints for visual effects, the film is now set to be released on June 23.

Emmerdale actor Luke Tittensor rose to fame when he was just a teenager after playing the role of Daz Eden.The baby-faced star became a favourite with fans before he was booted off in 2009 but now looks totally different. Luke, 33 made his first appearance on Emmerdale back in 2003 when he was just 13 years old - 20 years ago! After starring in the Yorkshire soap for six years his contract was terminated due to a criminal charge. The soap star was charged with grievous bodily harm against an unnamed 16-year-old in Rochdale on 15 February 2008 which left the victim with a fractured jaw.

Rammstein frontman Till Lindemann is being investigated by prosecutors in Berlin, following multiple allegations of sexual assault.According to Agence France-Presse (via Barron’s), the investigation follows several women coming forward, claiming that they were drugged and prepositioned for non-consensual sex acts at various Rammstein shows.“Preliminary proceedings have been initiated against Till Lindemann on allegations relating to sexual offences and the distribution of narcotics,” said a spokeswoman. She also claimed that the inquest was started at their own will, and that no further comments would be issued so as not to hinder the investigation.In a statement to Agence France-Presse, the frontman denied all claims, and labelled the accusations as being “without exception untrue”.The allegations against Lindemann first arose last month, when a 24-year-old named Shelby Lynn claimed that a supposed “casting director” invited her to sit in a “row zero” section at the band’s show in Vilnius, Lithuania.Documented on social media, she claimed that someone led her beneath the stage and the singer later made an advance towards her.

Prior to her death in December 2016, Carrie Fisher filmed a role in the film “Wonderwell”, and fans will finally get to see it later this month.

before she died on Dec. 27, 2016, after suffering a heart attack.

EastEnders' Suki Panesar is set to have her huge secret affair come to light in upcoming episodes, as the drama is set to hit the Panesar family once again.The affair is rumbled by Suki's son Vinny just days after he found his mum unconscious at the bottom of the staircase. Vinny is to find out next week that Suki has been having an affair with fellow Walford resident Eve Unwin over a number of months. After Vinny makes the discovery he is set to do all he can to annihilate Eve completely away from his family.The Panesar family are set to celebrate Fathers Day at the Queen Vic, as Suki throws herself into being the perfect wife and mother.

Former EastEnders star Nick Berry looked unrecognisable from his soap days after stepping back from acting to become a stay-at-home dad two decades ago.The former actor, now 60, was snapped as he headed out to his local bakery to pick up some sweet treats. Looking worlds away from his EastEnders role of heartthrob Simon Wicks and Heartbeat's Nick Rowan, he sported a blue T-shirt and jeans. He had also grown out his beard and his brunette locks had turned a silvery grey.

EastEnders fans are convinced that Nish Panesar has sealed his own fate, as the dodgy businessman attacked his wife Suki on Wednesday’s episode.The show opened with Nish heading off to an important business meeting as his wife obediently wished him good luck and waved him off. But moments later, Suki could be seen stepping into a pay phone to call the police as she reported her husband to the cops for his less than legal business dealings.

Gemma Atkinson declared 'I can't' as she teased a backstage exchange with her former Emmerdale lover at the British Soap Awards 2023. The actress, who previously starred as Carly Hope in the ITV soap, dazzled on stage at The Lowry in Salford as she presented an award.

Love Island got off to a rather awkward start on Monday as singleton Ella Thomas revealed that she had already met Tyrique Hyde, with whom she had been coupled up with by the public - something he had no recollection of. As the scenes aired on TV, viewers took to social media to share their thoughts on the rather awkward moment, with one writing: "Hmm so Tyrique didn’t remember Ella because she looks nicer now?! He’s got an interesting way with words [crying emoji] #loveisland." While a second added: "ELLA AND TYRIQUE HAVE MET BEFORE AND HE DOESN’T REMEMBER?! #LoveIsland" while a third tweeted: "ELLA AND TYRIQUE ??? WHATS THE HISTORY LETS GOOO #LoveIsland." However, fans looking at Ella's photos on Instagram, have shared that they have begun to understand why Tyrique didn't recognise her, as they pointed out that she looks almost unrecognisable with blonde hair.

During his performance at BBC’s Radio 1 Big Weekend Festival, Lewis Capaldi led the crowd in a chant of "F**k you, Ed!" aimed at fellow singer, Ed Sheeran. The video of the moment, filmed in Dundee, Scotland at the end of May, quickly spread online, surprising some fans who were unaware of the playful feud between the two stars that has been ongoing for at least a year. With a grin on his face, Ed playfully responded on Instagram: "I thought we were friends, Lewis.

The best and brightest stars of the UK’s favourite soaps were out in force on Saturday evening as the British Soap Awards once again got underway for the 24th year. From Emmerdale to Coronation Street, EastEnders to Hollyoaks, there was no shortage of talent in this year’s nail biting string of nominations.

X Factor sensation Mary Byrne is worlds away from the performer we knew up on stage 13 years ago. Dubbed 'Tesco Mary' by fans of the ITV show, which has been off air since 2018, her social media accounts boast a complete and utter transformation from the star, who's managed to shed six stone in weight. Gone is the high ponytail and dark brown fringe too, with the 63 year old now wearing a swept-to-the-side blonde look.The Irish singer, who went on to play Mediterranean cruise ships alongside Sir Cliff Richard, originally wowed the likes of Simon Cowell, Cheryl, Louis Walsh and Katy Perry with her version of Tom Jones tune 'I Who Have Nothing' in 2010.

Vinny comes to a harrowing conclusion about Suki’s accident in EastEnders and becomes convinced she was trying to take her own life. At the hospital, Eve and Suki worry whether Ravi realises she plans to leave Nish. Eve is convinced Suki isn't safe if sent home, but the doctors discharge her.

EastEnders star James Alexandrou became a well-known face of the BBC soap after making his debut as Martin Fowler when he was just a child. James, 38, took over the role of Martin Fowler from actor Joe Peyton Price back in 1996, when he was around 11 years old and quickly made his mark on the show. During his stint on EastEnders, he had his fair share of on-screen drama from an underage pregnancy storyline to time in prison - it wasn't always easy for the character, especially with feisty Pauline Fowler as his mum (played by Wendy Richard).

Pregnant Gemma Atkinson surprised her fans who thought she'd given birth to her second child, when she made a glamorous appearance at the British Soap Awards - clearly very much still pregnant. The 38 year old former Hollyoaks star is expecting a baby boy with Strictly Come Dancing pro fiancé, Gorka Marquez - who recently sent fans into overdrive with an Instagram post that set tongues wagging.

It didn't take long for EastEnders super sleuth fans to predict a major plotline twist is beckoning after the arrival of George Knight on Thursday evening. After many hints were dropped by the character about his mystery wife and the mother of his two daughters, eagle-eyed fans think they know who she is.