Emmerdale confirms April’s fate, Coronation Street’s new cast and EastEnders’ shocking exit
Soap spoilers follow.
In this week’s biggest soaps news, Emmerdale gave us a first look at an upcoming special episode which will finally reveal April Windsor’s fate.
Elsewhere, EastEnders made two major announcements as the 40th anniversary celebrations get closer, and Coronation Street unveiled two new characters who’ll be causing chaos on the cobbles.
Did you miss any gossip this week? Don’t worry, as we’re on hand with our regular Sunday round-up of the biggest headlines from the past seven days.
Emmerdale’s special April episode confirmed
Emmerdale has confirmed plans for a special flashback episode focusing on April Windsor’s storyline.
The emotional edition – scheduled for Tuesday, February 4 – will reveal what happened to April after she decided to run away from home at Christmas.
Show producer Laura Shaw commented: “April’s flashback episode is a heartbreaking depiction of life on the street as a teenage girl. Continuing to take guidance from the fabulous team at Missing People, it was incredibly important that we didn’t shy away from the agonising journey that April would go through and their help was invaluable in making sure the episode has the authenticity required.
“Amelia Flanagan’s outstanding performance makes this arguably one of Emmerdale‘s stand out episodes of this year and promises to start a new journey for the character of April, forever changed by her time living on the city streets.”
Read the full story: Emmerdale to air special April Windsor episode as the truth is revealed
Two new characters for Coronation Street
Coronation Street has confirmed the casting details for new characters Mick and Lou Michaelis, who’ll be moving into Mawdsley Street within the next few weeks.
The couple will be living at the back of Chesney and Gemma’s house – just across the ginnel – and have been tipped as “nightmare neighbours” who’ll cause chaos in the community.
Joe Layton has signed up for the role of Mick – the mysterious van man who’s been tormenting Chesney since late last year.
Farrel Hegarty has landed the role of Lou.
Read the full story: Coronation Street casts “nightmare neighbours” Mick and Lou
Coronation Street return for Tommy Orpington
Coronation Street star Matt Milburn returned to filming at the soap last month.
Matt will be reprising his role as Tracy McDonald’s partner Tommy Orpington for one episode in March.
With Tracy and Tommy moving back to the UK after their time away in Spain, what does the future hold for their relationship?
Read the full story: Coronation Street lines up returning character for Tracy McDonald story
EastEnders exit for Sonia Fowler
EastEnders star Natalie Cassidy has announced that she’ll be leaving the soap after playing Sonia Fowler on and off since 1993.
In a statement, Natalie explained: “After another 11 solid years back on the Square, I have decided it’s time to move on to pastures new. EastEnders is in my bones so I will never forget where I started my career and I will continue to love the show.
“Thank you to [executive producer] Chris Clenshaw for the opportunity to be such a big part of the 40th anniversary – it’s an honour. See ya, Sonia, going but never forgotten.”
Read the full story: EastEnders‘ Natalie Cassidy quits soap in shock statement
EastEnders live episode details revealed
EastEnders has officially confirmed the scheduling details for its 40th anniversary celebrations later this month.
A special hour-long episode will air on Wednesday, February 19, followed by the much-anticipated live episode on Thursday, February 20.
BBC bosses made the announcement while confirming details of how the show’s public vote will work.
Viewers will soon have the power to decide whether Denise Fox chooses to be with Jack Branning or Ravi Gulati.
Read the full story: BBC confirms EastEnders live anniversary episode airdate
Neighbours’ next villain revealed?
Neighbours‘ newcomer Max Ramsay opened up about his dramatic past this week – confirming that he could be a marked man after drugging the son of a dangerous gangster.
Show bosses released new pictures this week, confirming the casting of Linc Hasler as newcomer Carter.
Carter will feature in some tense scenes with Max – is his past back to haunt him already?
Read the full story: Neighbours confirms new character for Max story in 25 spoiler pictures
Home and Away’s newest villain plots revenge
Home and Away‘s new guest villain Nerida Mullins is out for payback in next week’s Australian episodes after being caught out for attacking Cash Newman and Tim Russell.
Show bosses have revealed six characters who are potentially in danger as Nerida remains at large.
Fans in the UK will see these scenes on Channel 5 in March.
