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READ MORE: Amanda Holden confiscates racy tops from daughter, 16, so she can wear them insteadThis has got other viewers riled up though, with several already sick of the amount of pictures of spiders that are being shown. One disgusted viewer tweeted: "People posting pics of bl**** spiders," while another replied: "I can’t bear it.

Former EastEnders star Danniella Westbrook has been forced to visit hospital amid an unknown health scare following her recent reported split from her jailed fiancé. The actress, 48, who is best known for playing Sam Mitchell in the BBC soap, took to Instagram to share with her 102,000 followers that she was back in hospital. Danniella could be seen wearing a blue disposable face mask below her elaborate fluffy faux eyelashes.

Sid Owen is returning to Albert Square as EastEnders favourite Ricky Butcher after 10 years away from the soap.The actor, 50, said he is “delighted” to be reprising his role as Walford’s hapless mechanic after previously starring in the BBC series from 1988 until 2000, returning sporadically until 2012. Sid's character was involved in a number of high-profile storylines, perhaps most famously with his on-screen spouse Bianca Jackson played by Patsy Palmer.Their relationship was a hit with fans and their on-screen wedding drew an audience of more than 22 million.Talking about his return to the show, Sid said: “I’m delighted to back at EastEnders.

EastEnders star Aidan O'Callaghan has teased his character Lewis Butler's potential return to the BBC One soap in the future, pointing out that the door hasn't been "fully shut". Earlier this year, Ben Mitchell, played by Max Bowden, was sexually assaulted by Lewis in harrowing scenes. And during this week Ben's father Phil Mitchell and aunty Sam Mitchell got revenge on the rapist by holding him at gunpoint at an abandoned warehouse.

EastEnders spoiler photos show the emotional moment Ben Mitchell, played by Max Bowden, heads to the police station to report Lewis Butler (Aidan O'Callaghan). Ben was sexually assaulted by Lewis in harrowing scenes on the BBC One soap earlier this year and on Thursday's episode, Ben heads to the police station to report his rapist. However, he gets more than he bargains for when his estranged husband Callum Highway (Tony Clay) arrives to which he immediately questions why Ben is there.

Fans of primetime soap EastEnders will remember loveable mechanic Ricky Butcher.The character has been absent from Albert Square for quite some time but after ten long years, he’s making a dramatic comeback.The Sun reports that 50-year-old actor Sid Owen, who plays Ricky, will begin filming on set next month with Charlie Brooks, Ricky’s on-screen sister Janine. He’ll also reunite with Kim Medcalf, who plays Ricky’s ex-wife Sam Mitchell. A source revealed: “Bosses have an exciting storyline planned for his return, involving lots of key players.

Former Eastenders actress Danniella Westbrook has revealed that she is to go under the knife once again as NHS medics undertake around £500,000 worth of reconstructive surgery to help repair her face after years of drug use. The surgery will rebuild the star’s damaged cheekbones and reform her collapsed nose, after she very nearly suffered life threatening complications as a result of the damage caused by her previous substance abuse.The 48 year old star had previously ruled out having surgery as the private fees were too high, but following a health scare last Christmas which left her struggling to breathe and resulted in an intensive care stay, the NHS stepped in to schedule the procedure.

READ MORE: The first signs of breast cancer Sarah Harding spotted - and the symptoms you shouldn't ignore Danniella played Sam Mitchell in the BBC soap on and off between 1990 until 2016. She says that there has been a shift since then, BirminghamLive reports.

Scott Maslen looked worlds away from his Eastenders alter ego Jack Branning on Tuesday as he showed off his muscular physique while out for a stroll in London. The 51 year old star, who has appeared on the BBC soap since 2007, showed off his muscular arms as he enjoyed the sunshine in North London.

EastEnders' latest filming pictures, which were snapped from a warehouse location in East London, have teased Phil Mitchell's highly-anticipated return to the BBC soap after his stint in prison.The Albert Square hardman, who was locked up behind bars after police discovered he was involved in Vincent Hubbard's death, has apparently managed to secure an early release as he returns to Walford with one goal in mind. Upon learning the devastating truth that his son Ben Mitchell, played by Max Bowden, was raped by Lewis Butler (Aidan O'Callaghan), Phil (Steve McFadden) goes on the warpath in a bid to seek revenge.The filming images see actor Steve McFadden stalking the warehouse location with some serious scenes to get through, as he also has red bloody makeup dripping from the knuckles on his right hand.

EastEnders' Nancy Carter star Maddy Hill has announced that she has left the BBC One soap just one year after she reprised her role in Albert Square. During Thursday's episode, Nancy made a surprise departure from Walford after learning that her boyfriend Zack Hudson had cheated on her with Sam Mitchell. Prior to her exit, Zack proposed and Nancy considered forgiving him before a chat with her mother Linda Carter, where she spotted a bottle of vodka, made her realise that she can't trust anyone.

This week on EastEnders, Zack Hudson feels guilty after his night with Sam Mitchell. And, after the secret does come out, Shirley Carter punches him and Nancy Carter decides to end the relationship.Tina Carter is honoured at The Albert.

Sam Mitchell will get close to Zack Hudson in EastEnders on Thursday evening's episode of the BBC soap. EastEnders spoiler pictures for Thursday’s episode show the pair sharing a cosy drink, drowning their sorrows together after they both have a bad day. And as sparks begin to fly, how far will things go between the pair? This week’s episodes have already seen Sam cheesed off after being pushed out of managing the club, with Sharon snatching the reins from her.

recently been rushed to hospital with sepsis, which her representatives had said had been caught early.  They told The Sun: ‘Danniella suffered a sudden health shock. Thankfully the issue was caught early and dealt with by medical professionals.

BBC EastEnders star Danniella Westbrook has lay flowers for dead rapper Hypo. Danniella has shared how son Kai got him his first record deal. Kai, aged 25, is good pals with him.

eloped to the quaint border town in Dumfries and Galloway, to get hitched in speedy ceremonies and in hot pursuit from angry parents.  While teenage marriages are rare these days, thanks to its romantic reputation, Gretna Green has become a destination for couples of all ages. It is now known as the UK’s wedding capital with more than 3,000 couples marrying there every year.

Kim Medcalf made a welcome return to our TV screens in April, with the actress reprising the role of Sam Mitchell in EastEnders after 17 years.The 48 year old first starred on the soap as Sam back in 2001, when she took over from Danniella Westbrook, but she then left EastEnders in 2005. Earlier this year it was revealed that Sam was on her way back to Walford, with Kim taking over the role once again. It's safe to say Sam has made her presence known over recent weeks, and she's already started meddling in other Albert Square residents' business and dramas.

added to The Sun that the dog wasn’t ill, and had ‘fallen asleep, so he wasn’t in any pain’. The star, who played Sam Mitchell on EastEnders, had rescued Bruno when he was 12, sharing a photo on Instagram and writing: ‘My new baby … meet 12 year old Bruno his the latest [addition] to my family. ‘I rescued him from the amazing charity @bulldog_rescue_and_rehoming_uk his 12 years old and I adore him ❤️ [if] your thinking of getting a dog please rescue ❤️ [sic].

EastEnders has released new spoiler pictures teasing Sam Mitchell's, played by Kim Medcalf, explosive return to Albert Square. It was announced earlier this year that Kim would be reprising her role of Sam, which she played from 2002 until 2005.The role was previously played by Danniella Westbrook from 1990 to 2000 — the latter also briefly returned in 2009 and 2016.

Danniella Westbrook revealed on Monday that she nearly crashed her car after seeing what she thought appeared to be a “dead body” on the side of the road.The 48 year old sounded stunned at the apparent prank in a clip uploaded to Instagram Stories on Monday as she filmed what looked like a pillow dressed in a grey hoodie perched beside a fence outdoors. “Looks like someone’s sat there,” Danniella said in the short piece of footage, before quickly finding the funny side of the situation.

Danniella Westbrook has committed to a new surprising career change as a therapist and holistic healer after being ousted from Eastenders once again.The 48 year old revealed that she is training for the new position after the soap announced that Sam Mitchell would be brought back this year played by actress Kim Medcalf instead of Danniella — who first starred as the character. Kim took over the role in 2001 up until 2005 as Danniella dealt with issues in her personal life, before she returned to play Sam again in 2009 and 2016 for brief stints. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter .

EastEnders cast and crew have come out in their droves to share tributes to the late actress Anna Karen, who played the beloved Aunt Sal on the BBC soap.The On The Buses star sadly died Tuesday night, February 22, at the age of 85 in a devastating house fire. The news has sent shockwaves throughout her former colleagues. EastEnders was one of the first to pay tribute to the fan-favourite Walford staple, as a spokesperson for the soap shared everyone has been “deeply saddened” by the news of her death.

Danniella Westbrook said the next surgery she has will "take a toll on her." The 48 year old actress spoke to OK! while making a rare red carpet appearance at the SX Events launch and discussed her upcoming surgery. "I'm going through a lot operations at the moment.They're good but they're very hard," she shared. Continuing: "The first two of my operations haven't taken a toll on me but the next lot will do.

Danniella Westbrook has opened up on her recent snub from reprising the EastEnders character Sam Mitchell.The 48 year old, who recently said she was ready for her "transformation" with surgery, explained that she's glad the BBC soap is bringing the role back in an exclusive chat with OK! Online on the red carpet of the SX Events Launch Party on Thursday 17 February. Looking gorgeous in an all black ensemble, including a pair of leather trousers, black top and blazer, the blonde star told us: "I'm happy they're bringing the character back.

Danniella Westbrook was all smiles on a shopping trip following her threats to sue EastEnders.The actress cut a casual figure in a grey knit hoodie, black wide leg trousers and a black cap as she browsed the shops in Leeds on Wednesday 16 February. Danniella, 48, was also pictured carrying two brown shopping bags, proving that her spot of retail therapy was successful. Her shopping trip comes after the EastEnders veteran was snubbed from the show without her knowledge, sparking Danniella to hit out at the soap.

Danniella Westbrook has hit out at EastEnders once again after it was revealed she would not be reprising the role of her soap character Sam Mitchell. Actress Danniella, 48, made her soap debut in 1990 as Sam Mitchell and appeared on and off on the soap as the Mitchell sister until 2016. But, Kim appeared as Sam between 2002 and 2005, replacing Danniella temporarily.

When it was announced that Sam Mitchell was returning to EastEnders, the actress Daniella Westbrook who formerly played the role may have been expecting a phone call offering her the part. However, the role will once again be played by Kim Medcalf, 48, who took over from Daniella from 2002 until 2005. But following the reports, Danniella, 48, seems to be smarting about the decision.

Danniella Westbrook has assured EastEnders fans there will be as many bombshells in her next autobiography as there are on an average week in Albert Square. The actress tweeted a teaser of what fans can expect in her new book on Sunday 30 January, after threatening to take legal action against the BBC soap after she was snubbed for the revival role of Sam Mitchell. Actress Kim Medcalf, who played Sam from 2002 to 2005, has been chosen as the Sam that will return to Albert Square.