Emmerdale star pays sweet tribute to fiance on his birthday

Emmerdale star Roxy Shahidi has revealed she previously refused to film scenes in her underwear for the ITV soap. The actress, 40, who portrays Leyla Cavanagh in Emmerdale, recalled the moment on Steph's Packed Lunch on Thursday, sharing how she was reluctant to take part in the scene, where she was due to be wearing just her bra and pants.

Emmerdale star Roxy Shahidi has revealed how she once refused show bosses' filming requests as her character's fate on the soap was confirmed. The actress has been back in the thick of the action in the ITV soap after Leyla Cavanagh was kidnapped by her former drug dealer Callum after she tried to cross him.

Emmerdale, Alex (Liam Boyle), isn’t as bad as everyone thinks he is. She’s perfectly ready to ignore all the warnings from Dawn (Olivia Bromley) and others about his drug dealing, blackmailing past, having fallen for his apparent charms. Karene Peter explained the attraction.

Eric Clapton has announced a pair of Jeff Beck tribute concerts at the Royal Albert Hall – find all the details below.The special shows are due to take place at the historic London venue on May 22 and 23, and will “honour the memory and artistry” of Beck, who died suddenly on January 10 aged 78.Clapton is set to be joined at the gigs by a host of “colleagues and friends”, including Johnny Depp, Rod Stewart, Imelda May, Gary Clark Jr and Joss Stone. Also scheduled to appear are Rhonda Smith, Anika Nilles and Robert Stevenson from Jeff Beck’s live band.Per a press release, surplus income from the two concerts will be donated to Folly Wildlife Rescue in Tunbridge Wells, Kent.The final list of artists will be finalised.

Emmerdale star Harvey Rogerson's mum has shared a sweet update about his life after he won a school award. The actor, 11, who plays Leo Goskirk in the popular soap, recently went on his first ever school residential trip away. Last month, his parents revealed on Twitter that Harvey was marking a huge 'first' as he went on a school trip for three nights.

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Coronation Street fans were left fearing for Paul Foreman after he was knocked down by Carla Connor in the Underworld van after she was secretly drugged with LSD by serial killer Stephen Reid. Paul was knocked unconscious and taken to the hospital but was soon back home with his arm in a sling.

JoAnna Garcia Swisher was inundated with support from her fans on Wednesday when she paid tribute to her mom, two years after her tragic death. The Sweet Magnolias star took to Instagram with a photo alongside her late parents, Jay and Loraine, and added a heartfelt message which brought some of her social media followers to tears. "Two years ago today, I held my mother’s hand as she took her last breath," the mom-of-two wrote. "It was after 18 excruciating hours of watching her body adjust to the transition her brain, her head, and her heart had already made. WATCH: Celebrity deaths 2022 - the stars we lost "I have struggled so deeply with the loss of my mother because my brother and I had watched her mind slip away for so long.

Emmerdale’s Amy Walsh has paid tribute to fiancee and EastEnders actor Toby-Alexander Smith on the day of his birthday, revealing that she feels ‘unbelievably lucky’ to spend her life with him. The actress, who plays Tracy Metcalfe in the ITV soap, took to social media on the day of Toby’s birthday to share a special message. ‘Happy birthday beautiful man! Inside and out’, she wrote on Instagram.

Emmerdale's Dominic Brunt has said he feels "privileged and honoured" to portray Paddy Kirk's heartbreaking suicide storyline. In upcoming episodes, the village vet considers taking his own life in a heartbreaking turn with the ITV soap working closely with the Samaritans and Andy’s Man Club since August to ensure the scenes accurately "shine a light on male mental health", producer Laura Shaw said. Speaking about collaborating with the charities and doing his own research into the subject, Dominic, 52, said: "Not only has it been inspirational, but it’s been pitch black dark and it’s made me appreciate what I have.

Amy Nuttall has been left devastated following the split from her husband Andrew Buchan after 11 years together.

Emmerdale actress Amy Walsh paid tribute to her EastEnders actor fiancee Toby-Alexander Smith to celebrate his birthday. Amy, who earlier opened up on their wedding plans, has played Tracey Metcalfe since 2014 alongside Emmerdale regulars such as Danny Miller, Matthew Wolfenden, and Charley Webb.

No retailer will take on Bolton’s M&S site after it closes in April, the borough’s council leader has claimed. The town centre was dealt a body blow in January when the high street giant announced the closure of the 100,000 square foot store on Deansgate.

Courteney Cox delighted all Friends fans on Monday night as she reunited with Jennifer Aniston and Lisa Kudrow to receive her star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.And Jennifer in particular couldn't have been prouder of her friend, sharing an emotional tribute to the mother-of-one on Instagram after the event.The Morning Show star shared several pictures of the trio at the iconic LA landmark, as well as a picture of them hugging each other in Friends decades beforehand.VIDEO: Jennifer Aniston and Lisa Kudrow praise Courteney Cox at the Hollywood Walk of Fame"Very proud of our girl @courteneycoxofficial today. I love these women with literally every ounce of my heart and soul @lisakudrow and I were on a cloud being able to celebrate her and her incredible achievements," she wrote in the caption.Fans were quick to comment on the post, with one writing: "Crying!" while another wrote: "Best friend goals." A third added: "I have so many happy tears!"MORE: Jennifer Aniston fights the heat in beachside swimsuit selfieREAD: Why Jennifer Aniston faced a heartbreaking time over the holidaysAlso in attendance at the ceremony were Courteney's good friend, Laura Dern, who gave a speech, as well as the star's long-term partner Johnny McDaid, and her daughter Coco Arquette, 18.A post shared by Jennifer Aniston (@jenniferaniston)Jennifer Aniston paid tribute to Courteney Cox following her Hollywood Walk of Fame starET Online revealed what Jennifer said during the ceremony to her friend.

Olivia Newton-John's memorial took place on Sunday, February 26, 2023, following the star's death from cancer in August 2022. The state memorial in honor of Olivia was held in Melbourne and members of her family, and stars that worked with her during her life made tributes to the late actress and singer. One particularly emotional speech was given by Olivia Newton-John's only child, her daughter, Chloe Lattanzi, from her first marriage to Matt Lattanzi.

Manchester boxer Tommy Fury wore his heart on his robe as he faced the biggest night of his career tonight. As Tommy carried out his ring walk ahead of his fight with American YouTuber Jake Paul in Saudi Arabia, viewers clocked his super-sweet tribute to newborn daughter Bambi.

EastEnders star Danielle Harold has shared a sweet tribute to her on-screen daughter, Isabella Brown, on Wednesday amid their emotional storyline on the BBC One soap. Only recently, Danielle's character Lola Pearce was diagnosed with a glioblastoma multiforme after suffering with a seizure and has recently started undergoing radiotherapy appointments.

West End star Bradley Jaden is trying his hand at soap acting on EastEnders.The star has joined the cast of the long-running series as Jed, a young man who comes to Albert Square to lodge with Sonia Fowler. Bradley made his debut on the soap, which recently teased a shocking Christmas Day twist to come, on 31 January 2023 and his character has already made a great impression on the locals.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media Reporter Laurie Metcalf and Tatiana Maslany will share the stage in the upcoming Broadway play “Grey House.” Joe Mantello, the Tony-winning director of “Wicked,” “Take Me Out” and “Assassins,” is directing the show, described as the “first-of-its-kind Broadway experience.” It’s one of the few thrillers on the Great White Way. Levi Holloway wrote “Grey House,” which takes place after a couple crashes their car in the mountains and seek shelter in an isolated cabin. The somewhat unusual inhabitants are eager to make their guests feel right at home. But as the blizzard outside rages on and one night turns into several, the couple becomes less and less sure of what’s true—about their hosts, themselves, and why that sound in the walls keeps getting louder. 

Ginger Zee's TV personality husband, Ben Aaron, took to Instagram with an emotional message this week after his friend, Kyle Jacobs, died by apparent suicide. Kyle - who was married to American Idol alum, Kellie Pickler - formed a friendship with the late songwriter when he worked with Kellie. Ben's lengthy tribute to Kyle left his social media followers stunned. Alongside a photo of himself with Ginger, Kellie and Kyle, he wrote: "I never had a lot of guy friends because I was never a typical guy. It was always difficult for me to meet a pal.