AN ACTOR has revealed how he was sexually assaulted “hundreds of times” by a showbiz paedophile who performed with Dame Shirley Bassey.
EastEnders star Stuart Antony, 34, has told how he “suffered in silence” during the abuse which went on for years.
Billy Nutt, who was once a backing singer for Shirley Bassey, was jailed for 18 years for the sick abuse against three children.
Stuart, who played a friend of Alfie Moon’s in the BBC soap, was abused by Nutt when he was just ten years old.
Speaking to GB News, he described how he met Nutt as a youngster.
He said: “So my mum worked in a pub when she was 17/18. He was in a band.
“He lived in the area where I grew up. I remember saying to my mum: ‘He’s a nice man. Who’s that, mum?
“She said: ‘Oh that’s my friend.’”
He continued: “At first it was that grooming process. It was very hard.
“You know, I thought he really liked me and was a friend. Clearly not.”
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Fans demand character return as Marlon struggles in hospital
EMMERDALE fans have demanded a character NEEDS to make return to our screens as Marlon Dingle continues to struggle in hospital.
Back in March the chef suffered a stroke just minutes after getting engaged to Rhona Goskirk.
While Marlon was looking for the ring to give his new fiancee, he suddenly started feeling very strange.
He was left shocked when he realised that one side of his face had frozen, and then collapsed to the floor.
Marlon was rushed to hospital after his daughter April Windsor found him, and doctors told Rhona that he had suffered from a serious stroke.
But after Wednesday night’s instalment of the ITV soap, many were left scratching their heads over where she was.
Eagle-eyed fans took to Twitter to share their confusion.
One fan questioned: “Where’s nurse Gail?#Emmerdale.”
Anther pointed out: “A new nurse for Marlon. #Emmerdale.”
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Inside Coronation Street star Elle Mulvaney’s Cornish holiday home
Corrie’s Elle Mulvaney has shown off her family’s stunning holiday cottage in Cornwall – and it’s available for you to rent.
The actress, who plays wild teen Amy Barlow, shared a sunny snap of the home on Instagram and urged her fans to take a look.
The charming property in coastal Stonehaven is full of character with a large rustic kitchen and a cosy lounge with a big fireplace.
Tastefully decorated throughout, the main bedroom has a crushed velvet bed and chandelier, while the bathroom and twin bedroom both have a nautical feel.
The four bed property is just a minute’s walk from the sea and there’s a large terrace to enjoy the summer sunshine.
And it can be rented for as little as £12-per-person per night.
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Emmerdale’s Charley Webb sparks pregnancy rumours
EMMERDALE’S Charley Webb sparked pregnancy rumours with a video that her fans mistook for a gender reveal party.
The actress marked her husband Matthew Wolfenden’s 42nd birthday by popping a confetti cannon in their garden with their kids.
Immediately fans and friends thought it signified baby number four was imminent and flooded her with messages.
However, Charley quickly moved to set the record straight.
She wrote: “2 things.
“1 – That is not a gender reveal, I’ve had 58,013 messages. Sorry about that.
“2 – When does the heatwave start?”
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Corrie teases new romance for one lucky resident
Corrie has teased a new romance for one lucky resident after introducing a newcomer to Weatherfield.
56-year-old actor Simon O’Brien – who is best known for starring in Brookside – has taken on the role of Frank Bardsley.
The ITV soap’s official Instagram announced the exciting news earlier today.
Alongside a picture of Simon as newbie Frank, they said: “Welcome, the newest member of the team, Frank Bardsley, played by Simon O’Brien! 👏
“Could love be in the air for a lucky someone on The Street? 👀 🥰
“#Corrie #Frank @Simonobtv @itv @WeAreSTV1.”
Many fans rushed to the comments section to share their excitement.
One wrote: “Oh brilliant ❤️.”
A second said: “Oh good he will be funny xxxx.”
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Coronation Street cast heartbroken after sudden death of boss
Heartbroken soaps stars have been left shocked by the sudden death of a boss who kicked off all of their careers on Coronation Street and Emmerdale.
Actors have been paying tribute to “star-maker” David Johnson who was the director of Oldham Theatre Workshop.
Announcing his friend’s passing, Antony Cotton tweeted: “Just heard the saddest news.
“David Johnson who was the director of the phenomena that was Oldham Theatre Workshop, has died.
“He put so many of us on the map, and kick started so many careers, both on stage and off.
“So many of us owe him so much. I’m absolutely gutted. This is David Johnson. He formed my childhood so profoundly, and in turn – my adult life too.
“Those years were the best years of my life. Rest in Power David. You were the best x.”
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Former Emmerdale star announces breast cancer diagnosis
Malandra Burrows played Kathy Glover on the loved TV show.
From 1985 to 2001, we knew Burrows as Kathy Glover.
Burrows announced she discovered a lump in her left breast in January which she has since had removed.
The doctors told her it was a stage three tumour. She is now undergoing chemotherapy in a bid to get rid of the cancer.
Many have taken to social media to share their well wishes.
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EastEnders: Janine is being pushed away by Mick
Janine (Charlie Brooks) has been left feeling down in the dumps because any time she tries to get close to Mick, he pushes her away.
Last night they made an effort to spend some time together, and the barmaid decided to confront him about why doesn’t want to sleep with her.
Mick tried his best to reassure her that he does want her.
Janine told Mick: “If we cant be honest with each other why are we even trying? Why wont you sleep with me?”
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EastEnders fans all say the same thing after heartbreaking Mick scene
EastEnders fans all said the same thing after a heartbreaking scene between Mick Carter and Janine Butcher last night.
Over the past few weeks things have been strained between the pair because the Queen Vic owner (Danny Dyer) has been keeping a secret on the BBC show.
Janine (Charlie Brooks) has been left feeling down in the dumps because any time she tries to get close to Mick, he pushes her away.
Last night they made an effort to spend some time together, and the barmaid decided to confront him about why doesn’t want to sleep with her.
Mick tried his best to reassure her that he does want her.
Janine told Mick: “If we cant be honest with each other why are we even trying? Why wont you sleep with me?”
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Who is EastEnders star Tameka Empson?
Tameka has played Kim on the show since her first appearance in 2009.
Speaking about the new opportunity, Tameka said: “I’m a lucky girl to not only love my job, but I also love playing Kim.
“Kim is a funny, loving, strong, sensitive, independent ‘Mother Of Two’ who is always trying to be the best she can be and to be a great ‘Influencer’ not only to her family and friends – but the world!
“I am grateful to EastEnders for giving me this
opportunity.“I think there is a bit of Kim in all of us – so embrace your Kim Fox and watch, like and subscribe to The Kimfluencer on YouTube! Hope you enjoy.”
The Kimfluencer will drop tomorrow on EastEnders’ official YouTube and Facebook pages
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EastEnders announces surprise digital spin-off series
EASTENDERS fans have all said the same thing after the BBC soap announced a surprise spin-off series last night.
Actress Tameka Empson, 45, will star as her alter-ego Kim Fox in the new digital spin off series The Kimfluencer.
The show, which is nine episodes long, will follow the businesswoman try to become a successful social media influencer.
Kim will take on a number of influencer trends and challenges, which will be filmed by her sidekick Howie Dane (Delroy Atkinson).
A number of other fan favourites will also make an appearance, including Sonia Fowler (Natalie Cassidy), Denise Fox (Diane Parish) and Ben Mitchell (Max Bowden).
After announcing the news on Instagram, many fans flocked to the comments section on the post to share their opinion – and they certainly aren’t disappointed.
Read more here.
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New theory
A NEW theory states Corrie’s Carla Connor will be killed as Peter Barlow seeks revenge on a doctor for rushing his surgery to win a bet.
Peter Barlow – played by Chris Gascoyne – will be shocked to find out the surgeon placed a sickening bet on his life this week on Coronation Street.
As viewers may remember, the Street Cars driver went through a life-changing liver transplant in 2021, when his health was rapidly deteriorating due to his reliance on alcohol.
This week, however, Peter is catapulted back into the spotlight as he attends his consultation with new head doctor Dr Henry Thorne (Killing Eve actor Dominic Mafham).
But he later finds out Dr Thorne was gloating to a colleague about how he rushed Peter’s operation in order to win a bet.
The shocking discovery will set off a series of harsh consequences – but nurse Aggie Bailey (portrayed by Lorna Laidlaw) will also be impacted.
And a new theory from Express.co.uk claims Carla Connor‘s life could be on the line as he vows to take revenge on the doctor.
The newspaper believes Mr Thorne will decide to make Peter pay by killing his one true love.
Carla could try and convince Mr Thorne over dinner she will get Peter to stop with his campaign and to withdraw his complaint.
But Mr Thorne will be wary of any promises Carla makes and, wanting to ensure both Peter and Aggie know what he’s capable of, Mr Thorne could poison Carla and leave her for dead.
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Emmerdale’s Laura Norton reveals all on ‘bizarre’ romance with former co-star
Many actors often find love while on set as was the case with Emmerdale star Laura Norton.
The Kerry Wyatt actress recently opened up about her “bizarre” relationship with her former co-star on the soap Mark Jordon.
Many residents lead a chequered love life in the eponymous village.
However, this hasn’t stopped actress Laura Norton from finding the love of her life in the form of actor Mark Jordon who played Daz Spencer in 2014 and again between 2017 and 2019.
The pair met on the set of the long-running ITV soap and got engaged in 2018.
In January, 2021, the couple even welcomed a baby son named Jesse and Laura has since shared loved-up snaps of her off-screen life on her Instagram account.
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Corrie fans predict who Abi Webster’s mysterious donor is amid custody battle
ABI Webster has struggled to pay her solicitor amid her tense custody battle with Imran Habeeb.
However, the Coronation Street mechanic got a shock when a mysterious donor paid everything off for her.
Tonight’s trip to Weatherfield was emotional for Abi as she remembers the tragic death of her son Seb.
One year on, the character portrayed by actress Sally Carman is fighting for another child, following the surprise birth of baby Alfie.
But while she’s desperately trying to prove she’s a fit mother, in spite of her past with drugs, her legal fees have been too hard to handle.
This had led her to loose her solicitor Elliot Newell (played by Toby Gaffney), leaving her grasping at straws for Alfie.
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EastEnders continues to tackle homophobia this week
Ben struggles to keep his anger in check this week.
After a series of attacks, Ben’s frustration continues to be on the rise.
Despite Callum’s suggestion to spend time together for their anniversary, Ben continues to avoid him.
With them drawing further apart, Callum seeks solace by confiding in Mick.
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Jean Slater begs daughter Stacey to save her from hospital
JEAN Slater remains in hospital after her manic episode led to her almost drowning in Southend.
And when her daughter Stacey pays her a visit next week in EastEnders, she begs to be brought back home.
In upcoming scenes of the programme, due to air on our screens next week, Stacey visits Jean but is taken aback when Jean begs her to get her out of the hospital.
While Stacey knows this isn’t the best option for Jean, she’s conflicted when she sees another patient named Ruth winding Jean up.
The owner of Stacey’s Baps stands her ground and refuses to take Jean home.
She tells her the hospital is the best place for her as she leaves Jean devastated.
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EastEnders spoilers: Sam Mitchell takes drastic action to buy Ruby’s
SAM Mitchell has been ruffling everyone’s feathers in the Square since her thunderous return.
Coming up in EastEnders, she girds herself to snatch Ruby Allen’s club away from her, aiming for a new target, Denise Fox.
Six years after leaving Walford – and her son – behind, Sam (portrayed by Kim Medcalf) is ready to set up shop in Albert Square by becoming the new owner of local nightclub Ruby’s.
In scenes due to air on our screens next week, Kat Slater (Jessie Wallace) is annoyed when the black sheep of the Mitchell family joins her to visit Phil (Steve McFadden) in prison.
The owner of Kat’s Cabs is unaware that Sam has an ulterior motive for the visit but the latter soon reveals that Jonah is planning to buy Ruby’s, a club belonging to imprisoned Ruby Allen.
Sam goes a step further by suggesting they should invest in the club before their rival gets his hands on it.
Kat has had enough and snaps when she learns Sam has intentionally arranged a meeting with Ruby’s lawyers at a time she can’t commit to, leaving Sam to manage the meeting alone.
But nothing goes according to plan for Sam as she’s distracted by her ex dumping all of her belongings in Albert Square, making her miss what could have been a promising meeting.
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Hollyoaks and Coronation Street actor Miles Higson unrecognisable
HOLLYOAKS actor Miles Higson looks unrecognisable after switching acting for a sales management career.
Fans know the Channel 4 star, 29, for portraying Seth Costello from 2010 to 2011, and again from 2020 to 2021.
In the dramatic Hollyoaks scenes, he was revealed as the secret boyfriend of Theresa McQueen – as well as the mysterious helper to Silas in blackmailing the soap family.
He was the grandson of psychopathic serial killer who was terrorising the McQueen family with his blackmail doll.
Described as a cocky and self-assured schoolboy when he first appeared on the soap, Seth was involved some major plot lines during his first stint on the Channel 4 serial drama.
He struggled with his body image and turned to steroids, was left broken after discovering his father’s affair with his brother’s fiancé, and was emotionally blackmailed by Warren Fox.
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Coronation Street: Martin Hancock to return as Spider
Originally introduced as the nephew to Emily Bishop, the environmentalist left the show in 2003.
Announced this week, the famed actor is over the moon to return to the soap.
Speaking to the Daily Mail he said: “Having the opportunity to walk back onto the cobbles is fabulous, I’m so excited to be seeing a lot of old friends and picking up what Spider has been up to”.
He went on to say: “I’ve always wanted to come back at some point and it just felt like this is the right time. I’m eternally grateful to Iain [executive producer Iain McLeod] for the opportunity.”
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EastEnders is tackling homophobia this week
Ben struggles to keep his anger in check this week.
After a series of attacks, Ben’s frustration continues to be on the rise.
Despite Callum’s suggestion to spend time together for their anniversary, Ben continues to avoid him.
With them drawing further apart, Callum seeks solace by confiding in Mick.
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New Corrie theory
A NEW theory states Corrie’s Carla Connor will be killed as Peter Barlow seeks revenge on a doctor for rushing his surgery to win a bet.
Peter Barlow – played by Chris Gascoyne – will be shocked to find out the surgeon placed a sickening bet on his life this week on Coronation Street.
As viewers may remember, the Street Cars driver went through a life-changing liver transplant in 2021, when his health was rapidly deteriorating due to his reliance on alcohol.
This week, however, Peter is catapulted back into the spotlight as he attends his consultation with new head doctor Dr Henry Thorne (Killing Eve actor Dominic Mafham).
But he later finds out Dr Thorne was gloating to a colleague about how he rushed Peter’s operation in order to win a bet.
The shocking discovery will set off a series of harsh consequences – but nurse Aggie Bailey (portrayed by Lorna Laidlaw) will also be impacted.
And a new theory from Express.co.uk claims Carla Connor‘s life could be on the line as he vows to take revenge on the doctor.
The newspaper believes Mr Thorne will decide to make Peter pay by killing his one true love.
Carla could try and convince Mr Thorne over dinner she will get Peter to stop with his campaign and to withdraw his complaint.
But Mr Thorne will be wary of any promises Carla makes and, wanting to ensure both Peter and Aggie know what he’s capable of, Mr Thorne could poison Carla and leave her for dead.
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Inside Coronation Street’s Bill Roache’s 90th birthday
Corrie’s Bill Roache celebrated his 90th birthday on set with an amazing cake.
The actor has played Ken Barlow on the ITV soap since 1960.
Bill turned 90 on 25 April, butit was his first day back at work this week.
Coronation Street’s official Instagram shared a video of Bill seeing his surprise for the first time.
They treated him to a Coronation Street themed cake for everyone to enjoy and he was totally shocked to see it when he walked in the staff room.
As he cut into the three-tier cake, his co-stars Helen Worth, Elle Mulvaney and Tanisha Gorey cheered him on in the background.
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Rosie Bentham reveals Gabby is ‘terrified’ as she teases Jamie Tate return
Emmerdale residents are still convinced Jamie Tate lost his life in a tragic car accident.
But Emmerdale resident Gabby Thomas knows the truth and is reportedly “terrified” of his return according to Rosie Bentham.
Could Jamie Tate return to the village?
The possibility is off the table for the character’s mother Kim, who believes he died after driving his car into a lake.
Meanwhile, the thought of Jamie’s potential return weighs heavily on young Gabby Thomas, who gave birth to their son in October, 2021.
In recent episodes, Gabby has been on edge as she seemingly received confirmation Jamie – played by Alexander Lincoln – has actually staged his death.
Coming up, this will lead to a lot of turmoil as actress Rosie Bentham confirmed to Daily Star.
To make matters worse, she’ll even receive a gift which is likely to make her blood run cold next week.
“It is very obvious it is from Jamie and that means that Jamie has been in her safe space which is Home Farm”, Rosie said.
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demand show bosses bring back controversial storyline
Whitney Dean is playing on Janine Butcher’s insecurities as the latter focuses on her relationship with Mick Carter.
EastEnders fans are asking soap bosses to push the Vic landlord to rekindle his affair with Whitney.
For months, Janine Butcher – portrayed by Charlie Brooks – has had her sights on Mick Carter (Danny Dyer) and has finally managed to form a romantic bond with him.
However, many Walford residents and soap fans are seemingly against the pair being together.
Fans are still convinced Whitney could be the perfect partner for Mick and have shared their opinions on Twitter during last night’s instalment of the BBC One show.
“Mick & Whitney flirting love it!!!!”, one viewer commented.