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'EXCRUTIATING'

Page 3 legend Linda Lusardi says coronavirus pain left her wanting to die

THE veteran model, 61, is now recovering at home after spending ten days in hospital. Linda who caught the killer virus along with hubby Sam Kane said: 'It got to the stage where both of us were praying we wouldn’t wake up because it was so bad.'
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sad news

Ant Middleton's mum dies of cancer aged 62 only a few weeks after being diagnosed

Judge's grief

Judge Rinder pays tribute to his grandfather after he dies from coronavirus

Grounded

Top Gun sequel delayed until December due to coronavirus as Tom Cruise says sorry

final hurrah

Ant and Dec will present Saturday Night Takeaway finale from home again

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hair raising

Olly Murs shocks fans as he throws girlfriend Amelia into a swimming pool by her hair
00:50

Emotional performance

Holly Willoughby breaks down in tears as she watches video of family singing in isolation
00:55

COVIDIOT

Piers Morgan rips into ‘selfish’ footballer Jack Grealish after ‘lockdown party’
01:34

Differing opinions

Piers and Susanna in furious row over social distancing as she calls into GMB from home amid…
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ROLLING WITH IT

NHS worker and Saturday Night Takeaway contestant wins LOO ROLL – and is delighted
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'Here we go'

Charlotte Crosby and ex boyfriend Stephen Bear on boozy night out in Essex
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Sexy night

Sam Faiers strips off to sexy lingerie before jumping into bed with Paul on the Mummy Diaries
02:35

'We all have our secrets'

No Time To Die – Full trailer for Daniel Craig’s last outing as 007 James Bond
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LOVE DOCTOR

Inside Love Island’s Alex George’s newly renovated flat with spiral staircase and…
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Singing her heart out

Love Island winner Paige Turley sings club classics on a boozy night out in Glasgow

SUPPORTIVE STARS

Love Island's Paige and Finn join Beckhams in clapping NHS workers

Our favourite celebrities stepped outside their front door last night to show their support to all the hard-working NHS workers who are currently working on the frontline during the coronavirus pandemic.

big loss

James Martin, 47, says missing out on marriage and kids is 'biggest low of career'

good grief

Holly Willoughby in hysterics at Keith Lemon's 'penis shirt'

SECRET STRUGGLE

Jodie Comer says being ‘sexy or attractive’ makes her feel ‘self-conscious’

SOAP ANNOYING

EastEnders, Emmerdale and Hollyoaks cancelled as coronavirus stops filming

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bit of luc-as

New Bake Off host Matt Lucas tells how he fixed 8yr feud with David Walliams

THE pair, who found fame with their show Little Britain, became estranged in 2011 when their relationship broke down and they stopped talking. The new Bake Off host cleared up rumours about the pair's return to Little Britain for excited fans and has now revealed how the two got their friendship back on track.

Sandra's tears

Gogglebox's Sandra Martin sobs as 5 people close to her die from coronavirus

'VERY SAD'

EastEnders' Shona reveals anxiety battle in frightening coronavirus lockdown

LOCKDOWN LOWS

Kate Ferdinand reveals she's had 'bad days' after felt 'uneasy' in isolation

WOMAN LIKE ME

Perrie Edwards is 'perfect wifey' as she cooks and cleans for Alex every day

LARGER THAN LIFE

How Eddie Large went from heckling Syd in a pub to performing for millions

EDDIE, who has died from coronavirus aged 78, was one of the UK’s top entertainers, hosting a TV show with his comedy partner Syd Little. And making fun of Syd was the basis of the duo’s act from the very first moment they unexpectedly found themselves on stage together.

shut down

Ant McPartlin closing £20m TV biz as he settles divorce from ex Lisa Armstrong

'loved every second'

Corrie's Alan Halsall pays tribute to Tisha Merry on first anniversary

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ZERO TO HERO

EastEnders' Milly Zero reveals 'big twists' as Dotty exposes killer Ian Beale

BIG BIRD

Emmerdale's Isabel Hodgins' hair drama after she was left looking like 'Big Bird'

LOCKED IN AND LOADED

Inside celebs' homes as they show off their posh pads during lockdown

AS stars isolate in their lavish homes and fight the lockdown boredom, we've gained a glimpse into how the other half live.

LOCKED IN AND LOADED

Inside celebs' homes as they show off their posh pads during lockdown

AS stars isolate in their lavish homes and fight the lockdown boredom, we've gained a glimpse into how the other half live.

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TIFF TIFF HOORAY

EastEnders' Maisie Smith shares snaps as she celebrates 12 years on soap

home sweet home

Inside Olly Murs' Essex mansion with outdoor pool where he's on lockdown

'EXCRUTIATING'

Page 3 legend Linda Lusardi says coronavirus pain left her wanting to die

BIG BIRD

Emmerdale's Isabel Hodgins' hair drama after she was left looking like 'Big Bird'

WOMAN LIKE ME

Perrie Edwards is 'perfect wifey' as she cooks and cleans for Alex every day

SOAP ANNOYING

EastEnders, Emmerdale and Hollyoaks cancelled as coronavirus stops filming

LOCKED IN AND LOADED

Inside celebs' homes as they show off their posh pads during lockdown

'HELLO, LEGS OPEN!'

Michelle Keegan almost flashes fans in Instagram chat with Olly Murs

SAM DESIGNS

Inside Sam Faiers' new £2.25m Surrey home with 5 bedrooms and massive kitchen

shut down

Ant McPartlin closing £20m TV biz as he settles divorce from ex Lisa Armstrong

NATURAL HAIR

Gordon Ramsey mocked for '10 year old boy hair' as American Road Trip returns

IN the premiere episode for the latest season, Gordon hits the road with Gino D'Acampo and Fred Sirieix to explore the best food in Mexico and the US. Gordon comes back from giving spearfishing a shot but the sea air had done a number on his signature hair style.

'THINKING OF YA'

Emotional Olly Murs remembers Caroline Flack as he watches old videos

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SOAP COMEBACK

Hollyoaks Jorgie Porter teases killer Theresa McQueen's return to the village

strip down

Love Island stars strip off to cure boredom while stuck inside during lockdown

VILLA favourites including Maura Higgins, Olivia Attwood and Megan Barton-Hanson have all been posing for snaps in their sexiest lingerie to cure their boredom during isolation while giving fans something to smile about.

strip down

Love Island stars strip off to cure boredom while stuck inside during lockdown

VILLA favourites including Maura Higgins, Olivia Attwood and Megan Barton-Hanson have all been posing for snaps in their sexiest lingerie to cure their boredom during isolation while giving fans something to smile about.

MEOW!

Pussycat Dolls' Ashley Roberts tells critics of their sexy shows to 'f**k off'

While most people are appreciative of their sexy comeback, some people have not been impressed with their antics on the live show and some even compared it to porn.

struck down

Dynamo reveals he has coronavirus amid Crohn's & arthritis battles

NOT LOVIN' IT

Gemma Collins forced to apologise after sharing post McDonald's is reopening

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Virus chaos

BBC1’s The Apprentice postpones next series due to spread of coronavirus

DEL OF A LIFE

Only Fools and Horses' Sir David Jason, 80, to release third autobiography

Showbiz Exclusives

SOAP COMEBACK

Hollyoaks Jorgie Porter teases killer Theresa McQueen's return to the village

COR-OH-NO

Ste's Hollyoaks return delayed over coronavirus shutdown reveals actor Kieron

NEEDS A FAIER BIT OF WORK

Inside Billie Faiers and Greg Shepherd’s rundown £1.4m mansion

SAVVY STACE

Stacey Solomon trademarks catchphrases to launch kids clothes and cleaning line

FOXY BRIDE

Sam Fox engaged to girlfriend Linda - four years after partner died of cancer

VILLA CALLING

Hollyoaks actor Callum Kerr was headhunted by Love Island before landing role

myles apart

Kady McDermott and Myles Barnett are ‘on a break’ despite transforming bungalow

SOLOM-ILLIONAIRE

How Loose Women's Stacey Solomon will bank a million this year

EVERY WICK-LE HELPS

Body Coach Joe Wicks offered £3.3m to create healthy Tesco meals range

BARRY'S BACK

EastEnders' Barry takes a pill & snorts tiny version of himself in music video

YAZ GIVES BACK

Towie's Yazmin is broadcasting a mental health session with top doctor

sheer generosity

Ed Sheeran to pay full wages of workers in his restaurant amid coronavirus

PERRI CUTE!

Ashley Banjo melts hearts with sweet video of Perri Kiely's rise to fame

Dancing On Ice judge Ashley said a fan had made the video and he couldn't resist posting it, as he teased the dance troupe's upcoming tour.

morgan moans

Piers' most complained about GMB moments - from penguin rant to Carol quip

MATCHING MANSIONS

Liam and Chris Hemsworth build estates just miles from each other

SAM DESIGNS

Inside Sam Faiers' new £2.25m Surrey home with 5 bedrooms and massive kitchen

THE 29-year-old reality star and her boyfriend Paul Knightley, 31, are reportedly renting the plush pad for £7,000 per month.

SAM DESIGNS

Inside Sam Faiers' new £2.25m Surrey home with 5 bedrooms and massive kitchen

THE 29-year-old reality star and her boyfriend Paul Knightley, 31, are reportedly renting the plush pad for £7,000 per month.

Platt's entertainment!

Jack P Shepherd celebrates Corrie anniversary with adorable pictures

CORONATION Street star Jack P Shepherd has played David Platt on the ITV soap since 2000 and has been involved in some iconic storylines.

SLEAZY, TIGER

How Tiger King's enemy who he tried to murder 'killed ex & fed him to tigers'

show & towel

Kelly Brook's boyfriend accidentally crashes her radio show in just a towel

NOT SOLO BAD

Dec raked in £14k a day for his solo TV work while best pal Ant was in rehab

extra talent

Britain's Got Talent launches new online only show presented by Ant and Dec

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'SADLY MISSED'

Dog the Bounty Hunter posts video kissing late wife Beth

ALL ABOUT THAT LACE

Nicole Scherzinger & Ashley Roberts stun in raunchy photo shoot

JAMIE EAST AT HOME

The Shield is up there with The Sopranos & has one of TV's best finales

JAMIE EAST AT HOME

Four Kids And It is a must for children & will give you peace & quiet

JAMIE EAST AT HOME

Kooky & full of twists, everyone is talking about new doc The Tiger King

JAMIE EAST AT HOME

Filmed entirely in sunlight Midsommar is a horrible, brutal, sad horror

MEOW!

Pussycat Dolls' Ashley Roberts tells critics of their sexy shows to 'f**k off'

MATCHING MANSIONS

Liam and Chris Hemsworth build estates just miles from each other

'SO IRRESPONSIBLE'

Joy-Anna Duggar's fans outraged for not self-isolating during beach trip

VIRTUAL VOWS

Jonathan Van Ness officiates couple's wedding via FaceTime while quarantined

TANKS A LOT!

Olly Murs apologises for dropping girlfriend Amelia Tank face-first in pool

THE singer defended his actions and insisted his partner wanted to do the TikTok viral challenge above his swimming pool.

KEEP DANCING

AJ Pritchard says he'll 'miss' Strictly but family say he 'had' to leave

RECIPE FOR DISASTER

James Martin snubbed a return to host This Morning after clueless stint

WATER THEY DONE?

Little Women fans spot HUGE blunder with water bottle and flash in shot

THE SHOW MUST GO ON

Britain's Got Talent tells fans to 'keep smiling' in first-look teaser

WILL POWER

Holly Willoughby drives home after missing Easter holidays to host This Morning

HOLLY and Phillip Schofield are holding the fort but the pair usually take their families away at this time of year for their Easter breaks.

FIT ME BABY

Britney Spears flaunts her toned figure in short shorts for new workout video

THE 38-year-old has been sharing a plethora of coronavirus-related posts on social media to lift spirits in the wake of the global pandemic.

FIT ME BABY

Britney Spears flaunts her toned figure in short shorts for new workout video

THE 38-year-old has been sharing a plethora of coronavirus-related posts on social media to lift spirits in the wake of the global pandemic.

MAMA JOSSA

Jacqueline Jossa hints at third baby as she teases maternity clothing range

The actress, 27, requested her 2.6million followers ask her questions since she's bored in isolation. The mum-of-two - who shares daughters Ella, five, and Mia, one, with husband Dan - dropped a big hint she wants another baby.

HAIR TO STAY

Corrie's Tisha shaves boyfriend Alan's hair as they isolate at his £750k home

RADIOACTIVE PLATT

Corrie fans stunned as David 'turns into Spider-Man' and escapes gang

chris crossed

Quiz writer says Chris Tarrant still gets emotional over cheat scandal

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GEORDIE CHAOS

Geordie Shore's new series in chaos as filming for final scenes is postponed

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TIFF TIFF HOORAY

EastEnders' Maisie Smith shares snaps as she celebrates 12 years on soap

home sweet home

Inside Olly Murs' Essex mansion with outdoor pool where he's on lockdown

BIG BIRD

Emmerdale's Isabel Hodgins' hair drama after she was left looking like 'Big Bird'

WOMAN LIKE ME

Perrie Edwards is 'perfect wifey' as she cooks and cleans for Alex every day

'HELLO, LEGS OPEN!'

Michelle Keegan almost flashes fans in Instagram chat with Olly Murs

SAM DESIGNS

Inside Sam Faiers' new £2.25m Surrey home with 5 bedrooms and massive kitchen

shut down

Ant McPartlin closing £20m TV biz as he settles divorce from ex Lisa Armstrong

Sandra's tears

Gogglebox's Sandra Martin sobs as 5 people close to her die from coronavirus

PROUD MAMA

EastEnders' Luisa Bradshaw-White shares rare photo of daughters

HOL-ED UP

Inside Holly Willoughby's £3m five bedroom family house where star is in lockdown

mini Wicks

Joe Wicks' adorable daughter Indie crashes his workout as she runs on camera

JOE Wicks was joined by adorable toddler Indie as she ran on camera during his live workout. The Body Coach, 33, is currently holding 30-minute PE lessons every Monday to Friday amidst the coronavirus outbreak. He was surprised by the 20-month-old during today's session.

IT'S A KNOCKOUT

Izabel Goulart swaps swimwear for gym wear to keep in shape in quarantine

THE former Victoria's Secret model, 35, treated fans to a look into her fitness regime. Izabel, who is engaged to German goalkeeper Kevin Trapp, 29, says there's no excuse not to stay in shape during quarantine.

IT'S A KNOCKOUT

Izabel Goulart swaps swimwear for gym wear to keep in shape in quarantine

THE former Victoria's Secret model, 35, treated fans to a look into her fitness regime. Izabel, who is engaged to German goalkeeper Kevin Trapp, 29, says there's no excuse not to stay in shape during quarantine.

BIG BUCK HOUSE

Inside Kaley Cuoco’s $3.9m mansion with spiked chandeliers & outside kitchen

The actress originally bought the 7,977 square foot property for $5.499million through a trust in 2014. It was originally on the market for $6.9million in 2019, but the 34-year-old was forced to lower the price on the Mulholland estate in Tarzana.

BIG BUCK HOUSE

Inside Kaley Cuoco’s $3.9m mansion with spiked chandeliers & outside kitchen

The actress originally bought the 7,977 square foot property for $5.499million through a trust in 2014. It was originally on the market for $6.9million in 2019, but the 34-year-old was forced to lower the price on the Mulholland estate in Tarzana.

LITTLE VIC OF HELP

Vicky Pattison boxes up 600 care parcels for elderly amid coronavirus

THE telly star has left isolation to lend a hand with her local Age UK and has been packaging up care parcels for those who need it most in her local area.
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BOTTLED IT

Holby City's Max turns to booze to cope with Louis rejection after reunion

catching a breather

Joe Wicks braves the cold in shorts on break from lockdown

YOU AIN'T MY MUVVA

The biggest ever ‘duff duff’ moments on EastEnders

MAKE A CHANGE

Michael Jackson’s son Prince wears mask as he hands out food to the homeless

Latest in EastEnders

'VERY SAD'

EastEnders' Shona reveals anxiety battle in frightening coronavirus lockdown

SOAP STALWARTS

Who are the longest serving members of the EastEnders cast?

ZERO TO HERO

EastEnders' Milly Zero reveals 'big twists' as Dotty exposes killer Ian Beale

BIG BIRD

Emmerdale's Isabel Hodgins' hair drama after she was left looking like 'Big Bird'

SOAP ANNOYING

EastEnders, Emmerdale and Hollyoaks cancelled as coronavirus stops filming

NEW ERA

Is Danny Dyer leaving EastEnders? Latest fan theories on the pub's new landlords

TIFF TIFF HOORAY

EastEnders' Maisie Smith shares snaps as she celebrates 12 years on soap

YOU AIN'T MY MUVVA

The biggest ever ‘duff duff’ moments on EastEnders

ENDER THE ROAD

EastEnders cast: Who is joining and leaving the soap?

SHARON'S HEARTBREAK

Is Phil Mitchell leaving EastEnders? He could be jailed

praise for maise

EastEnders' Maisie Smith shows off toned figure as she does home workout

FINALLY

EastEnders fans go wild as Ben says 'I love you' to Callum in emotional scenes

'made my day'

Stacey Solomon is shocked as Michelle Obama shares tribute on Instagram

THE 30-year-old said she couldn't stop laughing at being mentioned by the former First Lady of the United States on Instagram. The child of an exhausted NHS worker wrote a letter to her mum to lift her spirits and mentioned Stacey - it was then shared by Michelle.
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COR-OH-NO

Ste's Hollyoaks return delayed over coronavirus shutdown reveals actor Kieron

BRAD BOY?

Emmerdale's Vinny Dingle could have fling with Kim Tate, says Bradley Johnson

HOL-ED UP

Inside Holly Willoughby's £3m five bedroom family house where star is in lockdown

ON THE CASE

Netflix’s Money Heist viewers spot big oversight with Raquel Murillo’s husband

stars in the making

McFly's Tom Fletcher creates a rock band with his sons during lockdown

MCFLY star Tom Fletcher has been keeping busy during lockdown with his three sons by producing their own song. The dad-of-three took to Instagram to show off the adorable video with six-year-old Buzz, four-year-old Buddy and baby Max.

'GET HER OFF THE SHOW!'

KUWTK fans SLAM Kourtney's 'entitled attitude' during 'meltdown'

'HUMILIATED'

Sandra Bullock's ex Jesse James 'cheated' on wife Alexis 'with 20 girls'

ROBBIE'S BACK

Robbie Williams reveals there will be another Take That reunion in five years

THREE TIMES A CHARM

Towie’s Billi Mucklow and Andy Carroll are expecting their third child

Latest in Coronation Street

'loved every second'

Corrie's Alan Halsall pays tribute to Tisha Merry on first anniversary

GREEK GATECRASH

Coronation Street's Samia Longchambon shares epic photo of Alan Halsall

CHEEKY!

Corrie's Daniel Brocklebank hides bulge with huge emoji in underwear snap

SOAP ANNOYING

EastEnders, Emmerdale and Hollyoaks cancelled as coronavirus stops filming

'he should get it!'

Corrie fans beg soap to give Geoff coronavirus after Yasmeen abuse

RADIOACTIVE PLATT

Corrie fans stunned as David 'turns into Spider-Man' and escapes gang

'GROUNDHOG DAY'

Mark Wright admits he's 'dreaming' of going to the pub with the boys

TEMPER FEAR

Corrie fans convinced Geoff abused Tim's mum after he attacks Alya

SUPERMARDELL

Corrie's Alexandra Mardell debuts new hair style during break from filming

CORRIED AWAY

Corrie's Yasmeen is 'hiding a secret past' as Geoff is exposed by Alya TONIGHT

SOAP SHAKE-UP

Coronation Street cast 2020: Who’s new in Weatherfield and who’s leaving?

CORRIED AWAY

Corrie's April Fools backfires as fans beg for animated series after eps cut

Flippin' heck!

Wayne Bridge wears wife Frankie's clothes & wig in Flip The Switch challenge

THE former footballer looks unrecognisable as he dons his pop star wife's dress, red lippy and long dark wig for Flip The Switch challenge on TikTok.

BRAZILIAN BEAUTY

Alessandra Ambrosio shows off bikinis she designed in beaded curtain shoot

FORMER Victoria's Secret Angel Alessandra Ambrosio flaunts her figure whilst modeling bikinis she designed for her company, Gal Floripa. She started the swimwear company with her sister, Aline, and best friend, Gisele.

BRAZILIAN BEAUTY

Alessandra Ambrosio shows off bikinis she designed in beaded curtain shoot

FORMER Victoria's Secret Angel Alessandra Ambrosio flaunts her figure whilst modeling bikinis she designed for her company, Gal Floripa. She started the swimwear company with her sister, Aline, and best friend, Gisele.

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JAMIE EAST AT HOME

Filmed entirely in sunlight Midsommar is a horrible, brutal, sad horror

JAMIE EAST AT HOME

Four Kids And It is a must for children & will give you peace & quiet

DVD REVIEWS

This week's top DVDs from a Charlie's Angels remake to whodunnit Knives Out

JAMIE EAST AT HOME

Kooky & full of twists, everyone is talking about new doc The Tiger King

MOVIE MARATHON

Stuck inside? These are the 25 best films to watch on Netflix right now

Grounded

Top Gun sequel delayed until December due to coronavirus as Tom Cruise says sorry

DEPP’S RANT

Johnny Depp warned ex Amber Heard is 'begging for global humiliation'

REAL LIFE DISNEY PRINCESS

Elephant on Disney+ - how is Meghan Markle involved?

CARRY ON ... AGAIN

Saucy Brit Carry On flicks to return to the big screen for the first time in almost 25 years

BOND TO BE

Here's which handsome actors are tipped to be the next James Bond

TIFF TIFF HOORAY

EastEnders' Maisie Smith shares snaps as she celebrates 12 years on soap

EASTENDERS star Maisie Smith has treated fans to a series of behind-the-scenes snaps as she celebrates 12 years on the show. The actress first joined the soap as Tiffany Butcher when she was just seven years old. After leaving with her on-screen family in 2014, Maisie returned in 2018.

'TEACHER, FATHER, ICON’

Jazz ‘legend’ Ellis Marsalis Jr, 85, dies from coronavirus

poisonous pals

Kaley Cuoco’s Harley Quinn confirmed for lesbian romance with Poison Ivy

ELITE FORCES

Katie Price and Joey Essex to star on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins

KILLING WRINKLES

Killing Eve’s Jodie Comer takes her best shot at modelling for skincare

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BIG BIRD

Emmerdale's Isabel Hodgins' hair drama after she was left looking like 'Big Bird'

BRAD BOY?

Emmerdale's Vinny Dingle could have fling with Kim Tate, says Bradley Johnson

IN THE MONEY

Emmerdale fans in shock as Rhona inherits MILLIONS from Graham Foster

SHAKE-UP

Emmerdale cast 2020: Who is new in the Dales and who's leaving?

RESTING AWARDS

The British Soap Awards 2020 cancelled over coronavirus pandemic

DODGY COPPER

Emmerdale's DI Malone blackmails Billy after framing him for a violent assault

BYE BELLE

Emmerdale's Belle furious as Jamie has her fired from the vets and ends things

POTENTIAL ROMANCE

Emmerdale's Wendy shocked as Bob Hope confesses to his feelings for her

PARENTING BLUNDER

Emmerdale's Paddy struggles to cope with his guilt of leaving Eva alone

GIVE ME MOIR

Emmerdale fans convinced Rhona and Moira will have a fling after flirty 'date'

WOOLPACK CLOSED

What time is Emmerdale on tonight? New coronavirus TV schedule explained

GOING NUTS

Emmerdale fans demand Brenda Walker goes to prison for poisoning Dan

ETERNAL BEAUTY

Louise Redknapp flashes her abs as she dances in crop top during lockdown

The singer, 45, is one of the many stars taking to Tik Tok to keep themselves entertained while practising social distancing. She giggled, body popped and twerked as she performed the viral routine to song Savage.

TV LOCKDOWN

Piers Morgan sets up lockdown camera in case he has to present GMB at home

still together

Dan Osborne denies split from Jac Jossa as fan spots he's taken off ring

DEAD END

The Walking Dead boss reveals real life tragedy that inspired Ezekiel’s cancer

'GROUNDHOG DAY'

Mark Wright admits he's 'dreaming' of going to the pub with the boys