A MITCHELL family favourite is set to return to EastEnders this week, the BBC has revealed.
Sam Mitchell will make a surprise return to the square, with Kim Medcalf starring as Grant and Phil's sister.
It was confirmed earlier this year that Kim was re-joining the show as the character, who has also been played by Danniella Westbrook.
BBC Head of Continuing Drama Kate Oates reacted to the Sam Mitchell news: ‘I have long wanted to bring Sam back into the family fold. Her return is guaranteed to be explosive.’
Kim herself stated: ‘When the BBC approached me last year to reprise the role of Sam I was thrilled,’ said the star when news of her return broke.
‘She’s a brilliant character and I can’t wait to get back in the Square and work with the amazing cast."
Read our soaps spoilers blog for the latest news and gossip…
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
SPOILERS – The end of the week looks like it’ll be just as exciting on EastEnders next week
Tune into EastEnders next week to keep up to speed with what’s going on!
Bernie leads a protest and Vinny fails to get it to end.
Elsewhere, Dotty attempts to sack Bernie to no avail and Jean insists she’s fine as she attends a hospital appointment.
Meanwhile Kathy’s handbag theft results in a potential date on the cards.
And Sharon betrays Kat by visiting Phil.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
SPOILERS – Let’s look ahead to Emmerdale next week!
The locals are on edge as Meena’s trial starts on Monday.
Despite the discomfort for all involved and watching Emmerdale next week, Meena takes in the attention with all eyes on her as she enters the courtroom.
Liam decides he will testify, but the defence are aggressive with their questioning and he struggles to keep his cool.
Meanwhile Marlon feels a wave of guilt over April missing him and pushing to see him again.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
What to look out for?
It’s Thursday so the week is winding down, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still enjoy your favourite shows!
Tonight
Neighbours – Channel 5 – 6pm
Hollyoaks – Channel 4 – 6:30pm
Emmerdale – ITV – 7:30pm
Coronation Street – ITV – 8pmSaturday 9 April
EastEnders – BBC Three – 7pm
EastEnders – BBC Three – 7:30pmSunday 10 April
EastEnders – BBC Three – 7:05pm
EastEnders – BBC Three – 7:30pm
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
EastEnders alum cast in Hollyoaks Mallorca episodes
Matt Lapinskas has moved from one British TV staple to another as he’s set to grace our screens in Hollyoaks.
The Hollyoaks cast and crew have been tight-lipped about what we should expect in Mallorca so we’re none-the-wiser about who Lapinskas is set to play.
The only thing we know at this point is that the actor is likely to cause trouble during the stag and he dos.
Previously playing Anthony Moon in EastEnders from 2011 to 2012, Lapinskas competed on Dancing on Ice coming runner-up to Beth Tweddle.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
SPOILERS – Well, it’s all kicking off on Hollyoaks!
The Village has a number of intense storylines on the go at the moment – can you keep up?
Ste breaks into Sienna‘s flat on a mission for Ethan, but it might backfire – perhaps he finds what he’s looking for, but at what risk? Perhaps he gets caught!
Meanwhile the Tony and Diane struggle to keep their smiles as they open old wounds to fill Eric in.
And as Eric gets comfortable with the locals, he begins to cause unease for some, finding a pregnancy test that the owner would rather have kept secret.
Tune in tonight to watch this and so much more tonight at 6:30pm on Channel 4. Or stay one episode ahead and watch on E4.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
It may be the end of Ramsey Street but not without a bang
The Kennedys are part of the very fabric of Neighbours, but there’s only so much a person can take.
Despite Susan’s objections, Karl’s been feeling the pressure to prove he can provide for his wife.
His jealousy over Clive Gibbons’ wealth and want to prove himself lead Karl to make a reckless decision.
His investment in Montana Marcel may leave the couple worse for wear with no way back. Is this a level of deceit too high for Susan to forgive?
Tune in and fine out on Channel 5.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
To many she might mean trouble, but what’s Janine Butcher really like?
Janine Butcher has been wreaking havoc on Albert Square on and off for decades, but the actress portraying her couldn’t be more different.
Charlie Brooks might play one of the most well-known characters on British television.
Often being ‘the one we love to hate’, Brooks seems more different to Janine than you might think.
A family person who supports fellow creatives looking to get into acting with her platform, I Am Pro, Brooks is a mother, daughter, sister, friend and actress far different to the character she plays on screen!
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- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
SPOILERS – There’s a lot going on next week on the Cobbles next week
In the wake of Laura’s death, Gary and Maria struggle with Kelly and so much more in Corrie next week.
Kelly’s grief drives her to a terrible place and though interrupted by Abi, will she try again?
Meanwhile Gary’s picking fights all over – first with Maria as he questions her priorities and then at the funeral.
Elsewhere, Daniel’s love-life is gets further tangled as Mrs Cranshaw turns up at his flat suggesting he calls her Orla and seemingly making a pass at him.
And Craig’s cowardice proves too much when Beth has to tell Faye he thinks it’s too soon for them to start a family despite her determination to get pregnant.
Tune in for this and so much more next week on ITV.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
SPOILERS – next week starts off with a bang on Albert Square
Desperate to find out what else is coming up next week on EastEnders? Look no further!
Martin’s concern when Jean tumbles out of a limo leads him to seek Sharon’s help.
Meanwhile, Harvey’s upset after splitting with Jean and after attending a wedding, she decided to take matters into her own hands and proposes to him.
Later, after shunning Linda completely, Nancy feels guilty and attempts to make amends with her mother.
And the police force want Callum to be the new face of their LGBTQ+ campaign.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
SPOILERS – find out what’s coming up on Emmerdale tomorrow
The end of the week looks set to provide us with more juicy developments to our favourite storylines.
Meena is excited to soon see her sister in court ahead of next week’s episodes.
Meanwhile, Gabby and Dawn make a shock discovery.
- Louis Allwood
EastEnders icon June Brown’s fans bid to erect statue of telly legend
FANS of late EastEnders star June Brown say bosses should honour her with a statue.
She played chain-smoking Dot Cotton for 35 years.
Following June’s death aged 95 on Sunday, devotees believe she should be immortalised at Elstree Studios, Herts.
One tweeted: “June deserves a statue. She lived through millions of cigs and Christmas deaths. What a hero.”
Another added: “What a great idea. Let’s do this, BBC.”
And on a show forum a fan wrote: “June brought so much joy to so many. It would be nice if they erected a statue of her.”
- Louis Allwood
First picture of EastEnders character Sam Mitchell as she returns to Walford
EASTENDERS has confirmed when Sam Mitchell will return to Walford — and it’s sooner than you think.
The notorious only daughter of Peggy Mitchell will again be played by actress Kim Medcalf in the BBC soap.
And she will make her comeback on April 19.
The BBC have revealed a first look at her return showing Sam stood in the Square with her bags having arrived from the airport.
But fans are convinced they have spotted a clue about her return already.
Could a surprise return bring better days for the Mitchells?
- Louis Allwood
EastEnders fans want legend to make permanent return
EASTENDERS fans want Sean Slater to make a permanent comeback after he made a surprise return tonight.
The bad boy – who is played by actor Rob Kazinsky in the BBC soap – appeared via video call to check on his mum Jean after she spiralled out of control.
Stacey called him for backup – but Sean wasn’t much help, only video calling Jean to catch up on her life.
With the video chat whetting their appetites, fans want Sean back on the soap permanently.
One wrote: "Please Sean come back, your mum needs you!"
A second said: "Petition for Sean Slater to come back for good."
Another chimed in: "Sean needs to come home to save Jean. So good to hear the sound of his voice!"
- Louis Allwood
EastEnders legend Martine McCutcheon looks slimmer than ever in bikini on holiday
EastEnders legend Martine McCutcheon has posed with her rarely-seen son Raffery.
The Tiffany Mitchell actress, 45, is with her family on a sunshine break to the Middle East, where she was seen looking slimmer than ever in a bikini.
She shared a picture where they had they had their arms around one another writing: "I got you Babe. ? #alwaysandforever."
Raffery is Love Actually actress Martine's only child with singer and occasional Celebrity Gogglebox co-star Jack McManus.
Martine later shared a picture posting with the youngster on a sun lounger while she clutched a huge drink served in a pineapple.
She wrote: "Do you like Pina Coladas?! Getting caught in the rain? – Anyone else play that song whilst in holiday mode?
"An oldie but a goodie! ??? Rafferty loves the pool. We are going to be all shrivelled at this rate! ?."
- Milica Cosic
How can I watch General Hospital?
On April 1, 1963, General Hospital debuted its first cycle on television.
Decades later and 59 seasons in the books, the program is still going strong.
The daytime soap can be watched on weekdays at 2pm EST on ABC.
For those without cable or those who miss the live airing of the show, it is also available to stream online.
Hulu streams General Hospital on its platform – however, it only streams the latest episodes and seasons.
- Milica Cosic
General Hospital spoilers: Nikolas and Sonny receive unexpected visits
DAYTIME soap opera, General Hospital, keeps fans tuned in by revealing shocking storylines.
Chock full of twists and turns, more of the show's plot information was revealed and viewers are curious to know what will happen next in the soap series.
Here's what will happen on tonight and tomorrow's instalment of the show:
Thursday, April 7:
Harmony saunters over to Carly's office to discuss a certain topic.
Laura ponders on her conversation with Victor, while Victor hopes his attempt at manipulation did the trick.
On her way to relay some news to Sonny, Nina gets more than what she asked for.
Friday, April 8:
While going undercover, Anna and Felicia sleuth over a new lead.
Scott's contempt for Sonny is put on the backburner as a specific situation could possibly see the two unlikely rivals team-up.
Against her better judgment, Harmony heads over to another unlikely location.
- Milica Cosic
Emmerdale Spoilers: Major character back from the DEAD?
EMMERDALE'S Gabby Thomas is set to get a huge shock over ‘dead’ Jamie in tonight’s episode.
Viewers have seen Gabby (Rosie Bentham) and Kim Tate (Claire King) clash throughout the week over the arrangements of baby Thomas’ christening as well as the anniversary of Ashley’s (John Middleton) death.
However, after Kim's other granddaughter Millie falls too sick to attend, Andrea’s mother Hazel (Kate Anthony) demanded to postpone the christening – much to Gabby’s frustration.
Despite this, Kim and Gabby finally agreed to go ahead with the plans and as Gabby arrives at Hazel's house, she notices something odd about her behaviour.
Hazel is then seen on the phone to Jamie Tate (Alexander Lincoln), who fans will remember faked his own death last year.
Hazel informed him that Millie would have to be at her brother’s christening, but that she would make sure his secret wouldn’t get out.
So, will Gabby receive a shock in tonight’s Emmerdale? And, does this have anything to do with Jamie?
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
Is it yet normal to see Brian Conley on EastEnders?
A British comedic staple, it was a surprise for many when it was announced Brian Conley would be joining Albert Square.
The 60-year-old actor, comedian and singer joined the soap last year as Tom 'Rocky' Cotton.
Star of stage and screen, Conley took over from Michael Ball in Hairspray at the Shaftsbury Theatre, he played Fagin in Oliver!, appeared in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang as Caracatus Potts, not to mention his constant onscreen presence throughout the 90's and early 00s.
Tune in on BBC One to see Brian on Albert Square as an EastEnder.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
SPOILERS – The end of the week looks like it'll be just as exciting on EastEnders next week
Tune into EastEnders next week to keep up to speed with what's going on!
Bernie leads a protest and Vinny fails to get it to end.
Elsewhere, Dotty attempts to sack Bernie to no avail and Jean insists she's fine as she attends a hospital appointment.
Meanwhile Kathy's handbag theft results in a potential date on the cards.
And Sharon betrays Kat by visiting Phil.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
SPOILERS – next week starts off with a bang on Albert Square
Desperate to find out what else is coming up next week on EastEnders? Look no further!
Martin's concern when Jean tumbles out of a limo leads him to seek Sharon's help.
Meanwhile, Harvey's upset after splitting with Jean and after attending a wedding, she decided to take matters into her own hands and proposes to him.
Later, after shunning Linda completely, Nancy feels guilty and attempts to make amends with her mother.
And the police force want Callum to be the new face of their LGBTQ+ campaign.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
SPOILERS – find out what's coming up on Emmerdale tomorrow
The end of the week looks set to provide us with more juicy developments to our favourite storylines.
Meena is excited to soon see her sister in court ahead of next week's episodes.
Meanwhile, Gabby and Dawn make a shock discovery.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
EastEnders alum cast in Hollyoaks Mallorca episodes
Matt Lapinskas has moved from one British TV staple to another as he's set to grace our screens in Hollyoaks.
The Hollyoaks cast and crew have been tight-lipped about what we should expect in Mallorca so we're none-the-wiser about who Lapinskas is set to play.
The only thing we know at this point is that the actor is likely to cause trouble during the stag and he dos.
Previously playing Anthony Moon in EastEnders from 2011 to 2012, Lapinskas competed on Dancing on Ice coming runner-up to Beth Tweddle.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
SPOILERS – There's a lot going on next week on the Cobbles next week
In the wake of Laura's death, Gary and Maria struggle with Kelly and so much more in Corrie next week.
Kelly's grief drives her to a terrible place and though interrupted by Abi, will she try again?
Meanwhile Gary's picking fights all over – first with Maria as he questions her priorities and then at the funeral.
Elsewhere, Daniel's love-life is gets further tangled as Mrs Cranshaw turns up at his flat suggesting he calls her Orla and seemingly making a pass at him.
And Craig's cowardice proves too much when Beth has to tell Faye he thinks it's too soon for them to start a family despite her determination to get pregnant.
Tune in for this and so much more next week on ITV.
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
To many she might mean trouble, but what's Janine Butcher really like?
Janine Butcher has been wreaking havoc on Albert Square on and off for decades, but the actress portraying her couldn't be more different.
Charlie Brooks might play one of the most well-known characters on British television.
Often being 'the one we love to hate', Brooks seems more different to Janine than you might think.
A family person who supports fellow creatives looking to get into acting with her platform, I Am Pro, Brooks is a mother, daughter, sister, friend and actress far different to the character she plays on screen!
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Charlie Brooks (@charlie_brooks_xx)
- Ije Teunissen-Oligboh
We've known Alexandra Mardell is leaving Corrie, but it doesn't make it any less sad
Emma Brooker, played by Alexandra Mardell, is leaving the Cobbles this week.
In a post on Instagram, the soap's official page let's us know what's coming and though it'll be sad to no longer have Emma on our screens, we can breathe a sigh of relief knowing she hasn't been killed off!
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