Inside Soap Team

Walford newly-wed Janine Malloy sees red this week, when she finally learns that husband Ryan is the father of Stacey Branning’s baby daughter, Lily.

As the women lock horns in two violent showdowns, actress Charlie Brooks (Janine) tell us why her alter ego wastes no time in unleashing her fury…

Hollyoaks bad boy Brendan Brady gets an unexpected visitor this week, when his estranged wife, Eileen, turns up in the village. Will the newcomer shed some light on her husband’s shady past?

Actor Emmett J Scanlan tells us why his alter ego, Brendan, is fearful of what she may be able to reveal about his past…

Faye Lamb is determined to save son Ryan from his prison hell this week – and delivers a shock ultimatum to her former love rival, Natasha Wylde.

Actress Kim Thomson, who plays resolute mother Faye, tells us why her character is able to stay so focused…

Troubled Aaron Livesy makes a dangerous new enemy this week – leading to the horrifying demise of his beloved pet pooch, Clyde.

Actor Danny Miller (Aaron) tells us his alter ego has clearly bitten off more than he can chew…

Natasha Blakeman’s baby lies are revealed this week, causing the distraught hairdresser to try to take her own life.

Actress Rachel Leskovac (Natasha) tells us why her character resorts to such drastic measures…

The moment EastEnders fans have been waiting for finally arrives this week, as Kat and Alfie Moon make their dramatic return to Albert Square. But there’s a surprise in store when Kat reveals she’s pregnant – and Alfie’s not the father!

We catch up with stars Shane Richie (Alfie) and Jessie Wallace (Kat) for all the news on the popular pair’s comeback…

Coronation Street and EastEnders have been hit by a baby boom recently, with a number of key characters set to hear the pitter-patter of tiny feet.

While Corrie’s Fiz Stape is surprising husband John with her pregnancy news, Natasha Blakeman is hiding the fact that she’s just terminated her pregnancy from boyfriend Nick Tilsley. Meanwhile, over in Albert Square, Sam Mitchell is set to return with a baby bombshell of her own – and Bianca Butcher’s real-life alter ego, Patsy Palmer, has just revealed she’s expecting her fourth child. What will it mean for her future in EastEnders?

Hollyoaks’ Heidi Costello is left red-faced at a charity fashion show this week, when Ann ‘Mitzeee’ Minniver publicly reveals her affair with Heidi’s husband, Carl.

Kim Tiddy, who plays humiliated Heidi, talks us through the dramatic revelation…

Walford bosses will be ringing some big changes over the coming months, as the soap gets a new pub, a new series of spin-off show E20 – and an exciting new arrival!

Whispers suggest that old favourites Kat and Alfie Moon are set to take over the Queen Vic as Peggy Mitchell departs, and it looks as if they’ll have some help in the form of Alfie’s sexy younger cousin, Michael! Watch out, ladies – this one could be trouble…

Emmerdale’s despicable Nathan Wylde sinks to an all-time low this week, when he frames his half-brother, Ryan Lamb, for their father Mark’s murder!

Coronation Street’s Fiz Stape becomes convinced that her husband, John, is having a fling with pal Charlotte Hoyle this week.

As the redhead confronts her would-be love rival, actress Jennie McAlpine (Fiz) tells us she could be about to uncover her fella’s killer secret…

Hollyoaks’ Costello clan welcomes another addition to the village this week, as their teenage daughter, Jasmine, returns home from summer camp in America.

However, actress Victoria Atkin (Jasmine) explains that the teen isn’t as fashion-conscious as her model mum, Heidi…

Coronation Street's John Stape is desperate to protect his double life this week, but his hasty actions lead to the demise of Colin Fishwick – the man he’s pretending to be!

Actor Graeme Hawley (John) talks us through the terrible events…

After two decades as Albert Square’s first family, could 2010 be the year that the Mitchells finally lose their throne?

Kat and Alfie Moon seem set to buy the Queen Vic on their return, Phil’s on a drug-fuelled journey to self-destruction – and with Peggy due to leave Walford, big changes are imminent…

EastEnders’ Phil Mitchell is absolutely crushed this week, when his teenage son, Ben, is sentenced to a young offenders institution for assaulting Jordan Johnson.

Actor Steve McFadden (Phil) describes how the Mitchell clan is left feeling after the stunning news…

Emmerdale’s Natasha Wylde is a woman on the edge this week, as she prepares to spill the beans about murdering husband Mark. Can her son, Nathan, stop her in time?

Actress Amanda Donohoe (Natasha) gives us an insight into what her alter ego is thinking…

Weatherfield’s Sian Powers is rushed to hospital this week, after she doubles over in pain on her way to the school prom with former flame Ryan Connor.

Sacha Parkinson, who plays Sian, talks us through her character’s trauma…

A baby bombshell is set to rock EastEnders in the coming weeks, as jailbird Sam Mitchell returns to Albert Square with news that she’s expecting!

EastEnders’ Denise Johnson falls foul of her murderous husband Lucas this week, as the potty preacher brutally attacks her after deciding she knows too much about his crimes!

Actress Diane Parish (Denise) tells us why her alter ego is still willing to stand by her man, despite his shocking confession…

Emmerdale's Holly Barton has to be rescued by pal Aaron Livesy this week, after taking a cocktail of drugs at a nightclub.

Actress Sophie Powles (Holly) explains why her alter ego goes off the rails again…

Coronation Street’s Lloyd Mullaney leaps into action this week, as he finds himself burning rubber in a desperate effort to save love interest Cheryl Gray from her abusive husband, Chris.

Star Craig Charles (Lloyd) talks us through the dramatic scenes…

EastEnders' legendary Queen Vic pub will be engulfed in flames this autumn – and some Walford favourites may lose their lives in the blaze!

The shock scenes are expected to coincide with the much-anticipated departure of Albert Square icon Peggy Mitchell. Is the beloved blonde set to meet her maker?

Coronation Street's David Platt reverts to his wicked ways this week, as he plots to ruin his ex-girlfriend Tina McIntyre's new romance with Graeme Proctor.

Actor Craig Gazey (Graeme) tells us why the couple's course to true love might not run so smooth…

Denise Johnson's left traumatised this week, when the body of her first husband, Owen Turner – who was brutally murdered by her now-hubby Lucas – is unearthed in gruesome fashion.

Actor Don Gilet (Lucas) tells us how his killer alter ego deals with the revelations…

Emmerdale's Nathan Wylde is left shaken this week, after a violent showdown with mum Natasha's new boyfriend, Declan Macey.

Actor Lyndon Ogbourne (Nathan) tells us that the businessman explodes after receiving a dry-cleaned suit belonging to Nathan's late father, Mark…

EastEnders' Ronnie Mitchell will have her most painful confrontation yet this summer, as she and sister Roxy brutally clash over her allegation that wicked dad Archie raped her.

And with Roxy refusing point-blank to believe that her beloved father was a monster, Ronnie could face the prospect of leaving her relationship with her sister in tatters…

Coronation Street's Graeme Proctor gets the girl of his dreams this week, when he and Tina McIntyre officially become a couple.

Actress Michelle Keegan (Tina) tells us why her alter ego knows Graeme's the man for her…

Neighbours' Declan Napier gets a makeover this week, when handsome newcomer Erin Mullally takes over the role from James Sorensen.

As part of his preparation, the actor took a crash course on Declan's history, watching dozens of episodes of the show…

Phil Mitchell's life will be turned upside down in EastEnders in the coming months, as his ex-lover, Lisa Fowler, returns and steals away their daughter, Louise!

Our pictures show Lisa at a house where it looks like she's keeping her little girl. Heading up the campaign to snatch Louise back is her grandmother, Peggy, who enlists the help of close pal Pat Evans. Will a shock showdown between the three women end in violence?

EastEnders' Stacey Branning finally welcomes her baby girl into the world this week – with the tot's unsuspecting father, Ryan Malloy, right by her side!

Actress Lacey Turner talks us through her character's dramatic labour scenes…

Coronation Street's Gail McIntyre learns her fate this week, as a jury decides whether she's guilty of murdering her late husband, Joe.

Actress Helen Worth (Gail) tells us that her alter ego's fearing the worst…

Emmerdale's David Metcalfe is horrified this week, when he's blackmailed with footage of him in a compromising position with Tania Page!

Actor Matthew Wolfenden (David) reveals why the politician's been severely stitched up…

EastEnders’ Lucas Johnson looks set to kill again this week, when he confronts a prostitute on a stretch of deserted wasteland with his weapon of choice – a tie.

As the potty preacher struggles to control his homicidal rage, actor Don Gilet reckons his character's closer to the edge than ever…

Don't miss this week's fantastic edition of Inside Soap, as we lift the lid on all the juicy plots guaranteed to set our screens alight in the coming months.

There's drama ahead for EastEnders' Stacey Branning, and just what wicked plan has Coronation Street's David Platt cooked up this time? Get your copy of Inside Soap while it's hot!

Our brand-new interview series – in which we meet up with some of your favourite soap stars from yesteryear – sees us in conversation with the man behind Emmerdale's Chris Tate, Peter Amory. Here, the actor muses on why his screen clan turned out to be so dysfunctional…

Following a turbulent year for teen soap Hollyoaks – including falling ratings and big changes at the top – Inside Soap speaks with the show's new head honcho, Paul Marquess, to find out what he has in store for the beautiful boys and girls of Chester…

Troubled Kevin Webster urges his pregnant ex-mistress, Molly Dobbs, to have a termination this week. But as actor Michael Le Vell (Kevin) tells us, her refusal to meet his demands leaves him reeling as her husband, Tyrone, asks him to be the child's godfather…

Emmerdale hunk James Thornton (John) shows us around the set of the Yorkshire soap in part two of our exclusive behind-the-scenes tour. Here, Inside Soap gets a sneak peek inside the Dales' famous watering hole, the Woolpack, and leaves no stone unturned as we uncover the show's backstage secrets…

Emmerdale's Charlotte Bellamy (Laurel Thomas) shows us around the set of the Yorkshire soap in part one of our exclusive behind-the- scenes tour. Here, we get a sneak peek at Laurel's wardrobe – and leave no stone unturned as we attempt to uncover the show's backstage secrets…

Cain Dingle springs an almighty surprise on Charity this week, when he organises their nuptials – but fails to tell the bride-to-be anything about it! Actress Emma Atkins (Charity) tells us why her alter ego is absolutely furious…

Terrified George Wilson is at his wits’ end this week, when his little grandson, Simon, vanishes during a trip to Blackpool. Actor Anthony Valentine (George) talks us through his character's anguish as he faces a race against time to find the boy before it's too late…

Neighbours hunk Scott Major (Lucas) is in the hot seat this week to answer your questions. In a revealing interview, the star talks about working in the UK, his unusual nickname – and getting his kit off for the cameras… Swoon!

Becky and Steve McDonald are left devastated this week, after the barmaid miscarries her unborn child. Actress Katherine Kelly (Becky) tells us how her character deals with the tragic news…

Corrie’s Gail and Tina McIntyre are horrified when they have to identify Joe's body this week, following his tragic drowning while attempting to fake his own death. Actress Michelle Keegan (Tina) talks us through his distraught daughter's heartbreak…

Hollyoaks’ Cindy Hutchinson is at her wits’ end this week, when her little girl, Holly, disappears without a word. Actress Stephanie Waring (Cindy) talks us through her character's nightmare as she publicly appeals for her daughter's safe return…

It's that time of year again when you can snap up your very own Inside Soap Yearbook. In this collector's edition, we take a look back at all your favourite soap moments from the past year – and reveal all the plots and shocks that will be setting our screens alight in 2009! Available from all good newsagents NOW!

There's a shock new love twist in Chester this week, as old flames Mandy Richardson and Tony Hutchinson end up in bed together! While Mandy gets steamy with her ex, actress Sarah Jayne Dunn (Mandy) gives us the low down on her character's complicated love life…

Nicola West suffers a terrifying ordeal this week, when she's stabbed with a syringe. As the Erinsborough nurse agonises over the state of her health, actress Imogen Bailey (Nicola) gives us the gory details…

Walford detectives have got their work cut out this week, as they attempt to track down Max Branning's would-be killer. But should they be looking closer to home as two members of the hit-and-run victim's family harbour a dark secret? What does Max's eldest daughter Lauren know – and why is Tanya so keen to silence her?

Will Tony kill again? Who's at the centre of Weatherfield's hot new love triangle? Corrie boss, Kim Crowther, has the answers as we grill her in the latest feature from our exclusive interview series – Inside Soap meets the producers. Turn to p.40 as Kim tells us what it's like to be at the helm of a national treasure – and gives us some sneaky hints on what's in store for your favourite characters…

This week, Tanya Branning comes under suspicion for the hit-and-run attack that put her estranged hubby, Max, in a coma. But which square resident really knows what happened to the doomed insurance salesman? Actress Jo Joyner (Tanya) is in the hot seat!

Hollyoaks' McQueen clan bid a tearful farewell to their beloved Tina this week. But as the family gather for her funeral, there's one noticeable absentee in Jacqui. Actress Claire Cooper, who plays her, tells us why her alter ego opts out of the sombre event…

There's doom and gloom in the Dales this week, when troubled Lily Butterfield discovers she has a potentially lethal brain condition. Actress Anne Charleston (Lily) talks us through the seamstress' shocking diagnosis…

It was a real treat to be invited to South Africa to cover the filming of the Coronation Street DVD special, Out Of Africa (available from 10 November in a shop near you, Street fans!). Normally on Inside Soap, we get no further than Leeds on a rainy Tuesday (not that there’s anything wrong with Leeds, of course. Or rainy Tuesdays, come to that).

Albert Square's most-hated man Max Branning is left fighting for his life this week after being dramatically mowed down by a speeding car! But with no shortage of suspects in the frame for carrying out the murderous attack, this is guaranteed to be a 'whodunit' with plenty of twists and turns. Actor Jake Wood (Max) certainly agrees…
"There have been some great EastEnders whodunits over the years, but I'm really excited about this one. I can promise there's plenty of twists in this tale…"

Emotions are running high this week, as the Connor clan gather to bid a poignant farewell to murdered Liam. Utterly consumed by grief, Liam's secret lover Carla struggles to contain her despair. Will she crack and reveal all about their ill-fated romance?

Oz showbiz agent Jonty arrives in the Dales this week to make Louise Appleton's dreams of stardom come true! Will Louise accept the showbiz offer of a lifetime or is the smooth agent all he appears to be…? Former Neighbours star Mark Little (Jonty) gives us the inside scoop….

Hannah Ashworth shares a passionate kiss with unlikely Romeo Elliot Bevan this week. Touched by his kindness at helping her organise the SU Halloween Ball, the blonde beauty starts to see her geeky pal in a whole new light. Actress Emma Rigby (Hannah) lets us into her alter ego's change of heart…

The heat is on this week as tempers flare across the Square! Max explodes with rage when he discovers Tanya's plans to leave the country, Jay's hatred for Dawn reaches murderous new heights and there are shockwaves as newcomer Danielle is revealed to be Ronnie's long lost daughter! Plus we bring you some exclusive news surrounding the return of super bitch Janine Evans!

The mystery of Rosie Webster's whereabouts is finally solved this week, as we learn she has been taken prisoner by vengeful old flame John Stape and is being hidden away in his deceased grandmother's loft! Actor Graeme Hawley reveals the reasons behind his character's desperate actions…

The burning attraction between Anna De Souza and Matthew King reaches boiling point this week, as the pair end up in bed together! But will the temptress follow father Donald's wishes to destroy the King empire or give in to her feelings for the man she is out to ruin? Actress Emma Davies (Anna) gives us the inside scoop…

In our exclusive new series, we will be grilling the big wigs in charge of all your favourite soaps. In this our first instalment we meet Brian Kirkwood, producer of hot teen soap Hollyoaks who lets us in on all the comings and goings of Chester's most beautiful, as well as giving us some sneaky hints about what to expect in the future…

When I learn that I'll be joining the Inside Soap gang on our EastEnders awards shoot today, I can hardly contain my excitement. After all, stepping on to Albert Square has been a dream of mine almost as long as Pat Evans having a passion for earrings!

There should be a law against our alarm clocks ringing at 5am on a Monday morning – but this wasn’t just any Monday morning.