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Emmerdale has been a staple on our screens since 1972 and throughout its 50-year history, the soap has introduced us to several iconic characters12:27, 07 Apr 2025ITV Emmerdale’s highest paid cast member ‘uncovered’ but it’s who you’d expectThe ITV soap, a mainstay on our screens since its 1972 premiere, has kept viewers captivated with its gripping narratives and unexpected plot twists.Emmerdale has given us numerous memorable characters over the years, from stalwarts like Kim Tate (Claire King) and Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley), to newer faces such as Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller).Article continues belowInterestingly, one cast member is said to be earning a pretty penny for their time on the show – and the identity of the highest earner might just surprise you.According to The Mirror, the pay structure across Emmerdale, Coronation Street, and EastEnders is uniform, with actors receiving a per-episode fee ranging from £400 to £2,000. This comes with a guaranteed number of episodes per year and a repeat fee, reports Leicestershire Live.Actors receive a per-episode fee ranging from £400 to £2,000(Image: More

The producers behind Netflix’s hit four-parter Adolescence have just announced their next project12:09, 07 Apr 2025The 1984 film is set for a modern reimagining(Image: More

Gavin and Stacey star James Corden recently made a racy joke about actress Judi Dench while presenting at a star studded awards show, and the quip did not go down well11:37, 07 Apr 2025James Corden’s raunchy joke about Judi Dench did not go down well.While talking to the audience at the 2025 Breakthrough Prize ceremony, the 46-year-old joked that Dench once had a “one-night stand” with Dr Anthony Fauci, former chief medical advisor.Article continues belowThe comedian made a comment about the 90-year-old actress and told the crowd: “Tonight is the one night that Hollywood and science come together. Other than, of course, that one magical evening where Dr [Anthony] Fauci had a one-night stand with Dame Judi Dench.”The Daily Mail reported that Corden was faced with a very awkward response as the room fell silent. Cameras also panned over to actress Olivia Wilde who reportedly looked lost for words.James cracked the joke but Judi wasn’t in attendance(Image: More

Olivia Attwood has addressed her ex-boyfriend Chris Hughes’ stint on Celebrity Big Brother for the first time after he was confirmed as one of the star-studded line-up11:27, 07 Apr 2025Olivia Attwood shares hair ‘secrets’Olivia Attwood has broken her silence about her former beau Chris Hughes joining the Celebrity Big Brother 2025 lineup.The pair’s whirlwind romance kicked off in 2017 when they met on Love Island, but their love story came to an end after a seven-month stint.Article continues belowChris, now 32, is ready to dive back into the reality TV scene, joining the likes of Nickelodeon sensation JoJo Siwa, ex-EastEnder Patsy Palmer, and Coronation Street heartthrob Jack P Shepherd in the Celebrity Big Brother house. Reports suggest he’ll be raking in a modest £45,000 for his time as a celeb housemate, a sum on the lower end of the pay scale given his relatively faded Love Island fame.During a chat on her KISS radio show, co-host Pete Wicks talked about Chris’s upcoming appearance, teasing Olivia with: “Your ex is on it!” Olivia’s response was laced with awkwardness, admitting: “It will be weird to see someone I’ve dated in that environment.”Olivia broke her silence on his new TV stint(Image: More

Babygirl actor Harris Dickinson, who is set to play John Lennon in a series of biopics about the Beatles, has confessed that he used to “love” working as a bin man in London09:31, 07 Apr 2025John Lennon actor Harris Dickinson says he preferred collecting rubbish.Before he hit the big time Harris, who is set to play the Imagine singer in Sir Sam Mendes’s forthcoming quartet of Beatles biopics, said he used to pick up rubbish and he loved the job.Article continues belowDickinson, who rose to fame after starring alongside Nicole Kidman in Babygirl, said it gave him a sense of ‘satisfaction,’ made him ‘feel good’ and carried less pressure than being a movie star.The 28-year-old said being a binman was one of a number of jobs he took to earn cash while trying to find acting roles, including working in a bar and as a shop assistant for an iconic high street clothing brand.Harris will be playing John Lennon in the upcoming Beatles biopics(Image: More

Manuel Masalva, who played Ramon Arellano Felix in Netflix series Narcos: Mexico, has been placed in a medically induced coma after being struck down by a severe bacterial infection09:14, 07 Apr 2025Updated 09:34, 07 Apr 2025Manuel Masalva, famed for his stint in Netflix’s hit series Narcos: Mexico, is currently in a medically induced coma after contracting a severe bacterial infection.The 43-year-old thespian was struck down while on holiday and had to be whisked off to hospital, where he’s now battling for his life in a critical state. This follows another tragedy for the hit Netflix show.Article continues belowDocs have him on a hefty dose of antibiotics as he receives round-the-clock care. His mate and fellow actor Mario Morán has opened up about Manuel’s health scare in a TikTok video posted on April 2.The clip (@mariomoran_), which has racked up a whopping 1.5 million views, saw Mario confirm just how serious things are. “My brother is fighting for his life away from home,” he said.The star is in a coma”I want to ask for your support in this difficult moment. He was the victim of a very aggressive bacterium while he was on vacation, and this led him to be in an induced coma.”A GoFundMe page has been set up to help with the sky-high medical bills. Mario shared the fundraiser, which has already smashed its $50,000 target, clocking in at $50,415, reports the Mirror.While the exact nature of Manuel’s illness is still under wraps, his last check-in was in the Philippines, as per his Instagram post to his 160,000 followers a fortnight ago.On April 2, an update on the GoFundMe page showed a heartfelt thank you to all the donors and provided the latest news on Manuel’s fight.”Thank you very much to all those who have donated so far; your generosity and support are fundamental in these difficult times for Manuel and his loved ones,” the statement read.His friend shared the news online(Image: More

Danielle McCormack now performs in a “cinematic goth” band called The Gospel, but in the early 2000s she was a very well known face on a children’s ITV programme08:37, 07 Apr 2025Updated 08:38, 07 Apr 2025My Parents Are Aliens first aired in 1999 on ITV(Image: More

An iconic child star who played Dennis the Menace has passed away age 73. Jay North, the actor who played the lead role Dennis the Menace in the classic sitcom from 1959 to 1963 died at his home in Florida on Sunday (April 6). This also follows the sad news of another actor’s death. His […] More