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Call The Midwife star Renee Bailey is currently playing midwife Joyce Highland in series 12 but fans of the BBC period drama are only just discovering the actress’ saucy past20:29, 24 Feb 2025Joyce Highland, a character in Call the Midwife, was the focus of Sunday’s episode, but viewers are just discovering Renee Bailey’s rather risqué TV history.The midwife found herself in hot water, on the show that supposedly has a haunt set, after a patient lodged an official complaint, leading to a disciplinary hearing alongside Sister Julienne, portrayed by Jenny Agutter.This follows Joyce’s attempt to assist a racist expectant mother who blamed her for developing thrombosis. However, it’s Renee’s vastly different role three years ago that has left fans stunned.Renee featured in the BBC Three series Mood, playing a sex worker and aspiring rapper, as the series ramps up the raciness. In one episode, she and her friend Sasha appear in a music video dressed in bondage-style outfits performing a track called Charge It.(Image: More

The Chase presenter Bradley Walsh is set to embark on a journey to Egypt in a new ITV show, as betting odds suggest he could be set to leave the popular quiz series18:47, 24 Feb 2025Bradley Walsh, the host of The Chase, is setting off on an extraordinary trip to Egypt, fuelled by a desire to learn how the Pyramids were constructed over 4,500 years ago.Despite the 64-year-old ITV presenter having no plans to leave the long-running ITV quiz show, recent betting odds from betideas.com have ignited rumours about his possible exit and potential successor.The odds indicate that Bradley could depart at any moment, with a 4/6 chance, fuelling speculation about his future. If Bradley does step down, his son Barney Walsh is a strong contender to take over, with odds of 5/1, just behind Stephen Mulhern at 2/1.Other top candidates include Roman Kemp, also at 5/1, and Alexander Armstrong at 8/1. Lee Mack (9/1), Ben Shephard (10/1), and Clara Amfo (10/1) are also in contention.Lee Astley from betideas.com remarked: “Bradley Walsh’s 16-year stint on The Chase could be coming to an end soon, with the presenter odds-on at 4/6 to leave the show anytime in 2025, and viewers seemingly fed up with his recent hosting duties.”, as reported by the Express. He further stated, “Should Walsh depart the programme, the most eye-catching name in the betting to replace him is his son Barney, who is 5/1 to step into his father’s shoes in the ITV series.”Bradley is one of the UK’s top presenters(Image: More

Martin Fowler star James Bye has joined the cast of a brand new production, taking on the iconic role of Mr Darcy in the new play Death Comes To Pemberley17:56, 24 Feb 2025Updated 17:59, 24 Feb 2025EastEnders: Joe Swash makes his return as Mickey MillerEastEnders actor James Bye has officially left the soap as his character Martin Fowler was killed off during the 40th anniversary special.However, James has opened up about his fresh gig post-Walford life as he swaps the drama of Albert Square for the regal elegance of a Jane Austen hero. Fans were left reeling when Martin, played by 40-year-old James since 2014, was killed in a live special episode last week.The beloved character met a grim fate, squashed under a heavy metal beam following a catastrophic blast at the Queen Vic – all because Reiss Colwell rammed his car into the boozer. He had to dodge Ian Beale, who was chucked on the road by his missus Cindy Beale.Despite Martin’s heroic attempts to save others, he ended up trapped with Stacey helplessly watching on. But James isn’t fetching for job ads; he’s bagged himself the role of the swoon-worthy Mr Darcy and is heading to the stage in Death Comes To Pemberley, helmed by director Joe Harmston and featuring Endeavour actor Sean Rigby as Colonel Fitzwilliam.Chatting about his move, James shared: “I am leaving EastEnders on an absolute high after the explosive live 40th anniversary episode. After a decade of gritty storylines it’s going to be quite a switch to put on period clothes as one of literature’s romantic leading men, but I can’t wait for this new chapter to begin.”Martin was killed off for the 40th anniversary(Image: More

Kim Kardashian has paid tribute to the Kardashian-Jenner ‘glam family’ member Jesus Guerrero, who has tragically passed away at the age of 34, leaving the beauty community in mourning17:36, 24 Feb 2025Kim Kardashian has shared a heartfelt homage for the Kardashian-Jenner hairstylist who suddenly passed away.The Los Angeles stylist Jesus Guerrero, at the young age of 34, had worked with megastars like Katy Perry, Kim herself, Jennifer Lopez, and Kylie Jenner. He had a particularly tight-knit rapport with Kylie, dubbing her his “main girly” just a month ago.On Saturday, Jesus’ devastated sister, Gris, broke the news of his death and subsequently established a GoFundMe page as a tribute to him.Jesus began his stint with the youngest of the Kardashian-Jenner crew back in 2019 and quickly became a staple in Kylie’s entourage. Just last month, he was there with the beauty mogul at Paris Fashion Week, accompanying her as she walked for Jean Paul Gaultier as well as attending the Chanel show with Kylie, reports the Mirror.Jesus called Kylie Jenner his ‘main girly’ just last month(Image: More

Izzi Warner, known for appearing on Gogglebox with her sister Ellie, has revealed her new man after months of speculation from curious fans after bombshell split statement16:33, 24 Feb 2025Gogglebox star Izzi Warner has recently hard launched her new man.The Channel 4 star, known for starring on the beloved reality show alongside her sister Ellie, is in a new relationship. Back in October 2024, Izzi revealed that she had split from her former partner of ten years.Izzi and Grant share their children Bobby, 10, and Bessie Rose, four. In a bombshell statement, the Gogglebox star revealed she’d kept their split a secret for 18 months before explaining what happened while filming for the show.In the episode, Izzi revealed what she looks for in a partner: “Hardworking, kind, loyal and emotionally intelligent.”Izzi recently share snaps with her new partner Toby(Image: More

Natalie Ann Jamieson, who plays Amy Barton on ITV’s Emmerdale, said she ‘was doing the worst dead acting ever’ while filming her character’s tragic demiseShowbizRamla Jeylani and Parul Sharma16:30, 24 Feb 2025Emmerdale’s Natalie Ann Jamieson has opened up about the challenges of filming her character’s death scenes, admitting she was an “emotional wreck.”The Yorkshire-set ITV soap saw a dramatic turn when Natalie’s character, Amy Barton, met her tragic end on Thursday after a limo plunged into a frozen lake. Despite briefly regaining consciousness and managing to id farewell to her son Kyle (Huey Quinn) and attempting to explain to her husband Matty Barton (Ash Palmisciano) about seeing a body in the water, Amy ultimately died in hospital.Describing the experience, Natalie told PA news agency: “Then once she has died, she’s got scenes with Matty and (mother) Kerry (Wyatt, played by Laura Norton), and they’re like, lying with them on the bed, like chatting away to her.”Emmerdale’s Natalie Ann Jamieson reveals she had to film her character’s death scenes multiple times due to crying(Image: More

Apple TV fans have “rumbled” the identity of The Board after two series of mysterious conversations and awkward grunts issued through Lumon spokesperson Natalie16:11, 24 Feb 2025Severance fans have “rumbled” The Board’s identity.One of the biggest questions of the entire series – of which there are many – is the identity of The Board. The mysterious Natalie has been seen throughout the series acting as a middle man between the The Board and the Innies.Fans of the Apple TV series have gathered online to theorise who is behind the blue intercom. A common thought shared by the fanbase is that Jame Eagan himself is the moaning, groaning, eerie voice listening in on the Severed Floor.The Board’s “voice” and his voice, heard in the final episode of season one, sound very much alike. But check this – Helena’s father may not be the only person communicating through Jame’s voice.The Board has appeared throughout both series so far(Image: More

Meghan’s brand ‘As Ever’ has found itself barred from selling clothes under the name – authorities have called the brand ‘virtually identical in appearance’ to a Chinese competitor15:56, 24 Feb 2025Meghan’s brand ‘As Ever’ finds itself in hot water(Image: More