As we all know, secrets in Soapland don't have a habit of staying hidden for long. Whether the cat is out of the bag in a matter of weeks or the secret is left simmering along for months (or sometimes even years in soaps!) they always get the dramatic revelation they deserve.
Here are 14 brilliant timebombs just waiting to explode…
14. Graham and Megan's one-night stand (Emmerdale)
When Graham and Megan's business meeting turned flirty, fans rejoiced. Everyone loved seeing this softer, and dare we say it, sexier, side to the mysterious Mr Foster. But after their fling happened on the very same day that Megan's man Frank was planning to get down on one knee and propose, she couldn't have felt more awful.
While Megan might be currently planning her nuptials to Frank, Graham is still lurking in the background, lusting after the woman he can't have. But with the wedding coming up later this year, could Graham be the one to ruin the big day for the pair? Maybe that's the moment the truth about their afternoon of passion comes flooding out? We hope so!
13. Phil knows what's happened to Vincent (EastEnders)
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While we might know a little more about Vincent's disappearance from Walford than his wife Kim does, we definitely don't know as much as Mr Mitchell. After ordering shifty DCI Alsworth to scare Vincent, it's since become apparent that he might have gone a step further than just putting the frighteners on him.
With Phil handing Kim wads of cash and being uncharacteristically nice to her, it's clear Phil has got a guilty conscience. Will Kim start to work out that Phil knows more about Vincent's vanishing act than he's letting on?
12. The truth about Amelia's disappearance (Emmerdale)
Ever since Amelia Spencer mysteriously went missing from her bedroom after discovering her uncle Daz is actually her biological dad, viewers have been fearing the worst. As time goes on and the schoolgirl still isn't found, things aren't looking hopeful for her safe return. But where is she?
Next week sees Kerry and Dan make a televised appeal for her safe return, but then there's a surprising turn of events when Daz is taken in for questioning by the police. So does Daz know more about his daughter mysteriously vanishing than he's letting on? Could he have kidnapped her? Surely this is a secret that won't stay hidden for long.
11. Max and Rainie's fake marriage (EastEnders)
Ever since they arrived back on the Square as fresh-faced newlyweds, very few people have thought to question the fact that Max Branning has married his ex-wife's sister. Viewers have known from very early on that Mr and Mrs Branning's marriage is one of convenience, all part of Max's plan to get custody of his granddaughter Abi.
The only person who has addressed the fact that Rainie and Max are a bit of an odd mix, considering the fact they've always hated each other, is Phil Mitchell. But how long can the 'couple' keep up their pretence of being happily married? Will it be for long enough to bring baby Abi home?
10. Liz and Johnny's affair (Coronation Street)
Grieving dad Johnny has been struggling ever since discovering his son Aidan had taken his own life. But while partner Jenny is trying her best to be there for him, it seems she can't do right for doing wrong in his eyes.
Instead of leaning on his family in his time of need, Johnny has turned to Liz McDonald. But it's more than a shoulder to cry on that Johnny gets after Aidan's funeral when the pair end up spending the night together. How long will it take for Jenny to work out the truth?
9. James could be a dad (Hollyoaks)
After a shocking teenage liaison with a prostitute thanks to his homophobic dad trying to "turn him straight", it was revealed last month that James Nightingale could be a father. And he has no idea!
James's mum Marnie, who apparently knew that her then-husband Mac had made their son have sex with a stranger, supposedly tracked down the woman in question, only to discover she was in the family way after her time with James.
But it has been hinted that Marnie didn't want James to ever discover the truth and paid the prostitute to keep quiet before sending her on her way. With James none the wiser that he could have a son or daughter out there, how long will it be before his child mysteriously arrives in Hollyoaks?
8. Chas's baby heartache (Emmerdale)
Ever since she discovered at a routine scan that her unborn child has bilateral renal agenesis, a rare condition where the kidneys don't fully develop in a foetus, Chas has been keeping the heartbreaking news from Paddy.
But as she struggles with the realisation that her baby won't survive outside of the womb, Chas has been painting on a smile and even lets Paddy and Marlon throw her a baby shower. But it won't be long before this devastating secret is revealed, turning Paddy's life upside down once again.
7. Ollie is being groomed by Buster (Hollyoaks)
Ever since Buster arrived in Hollyoaks, viewers have known he's been hiding a grim past. First he groomed and abused Brody, but now he has turned his attention to young football prodigy Ollie.
By abusing his position of authority, the football coach has been trying to use the fact things are rocky in Ollie's home life to his advantage. But this is only the beginning of this teenage grooming storyline, which is set to run all summer. How far will things get before someone realises just how sinister Buster is?
6. Glenn killed his own son (Hollyoaks)
Ever since Adam was shot dead, the finger of blame has been pointed firmly at his criminal associate, Jay. But while everyone in Hollyoaks might be in the dark, viewers know that the person responsible for Adam's death is none other than his own dad Glenn.
Grace has no idea that her other half is the one who pulled the trigger on his own flesh and blood – but how long will it take for the secret to come out? Zack soon arrives back in Hollyoaks after lying low for a few weeks, but with him being the only person who knows Glenn's killer secret, could he become the gangster's next victim?
5. Darren and Mandy's affair (Hollyoaks)
Darren and Mandy have been getting it on ever since the night of Mandy's wedding to Luke. And even the fact they were almost caught out last month may not put a damper on their passion.
But as Luke struggles to hide his drinking problem in upcoming episodes, it seems Mandy and Darren just can't stay away from one another, despite the fact their affair being exposed means two marriages will be ruined. Luke might be closing in on the pair, knowing Mandy is playing away from home, but Nancy is none the wiser about her husband's affair with his ex. We can't wait to see what happens when she finds out.
4. Kayla is Neil's daughter (Coronation Street)
When new Speed Daal waitress Kayla came to Weatherfield she seemed innocent enough, but fast-forward a few months and the truth about her real identity will be revealed.
Recent paparazzi pictures have revealed that it won't take long for Bethany to work out that Kayla is in fact the daughter of jailed rapist policeman Neil Clifton when she goes to her house looking for Craig.
Once inside, a photograph falls to the ground of Kayla's dad and the awful truth of who she is will be revealed. Photos from on location filming have also revealed that Kayla seizes the moment and holds Bethany hostage. This is one secret that is set to reopen Bethany's grooming storyline and take it to a whole new level this summer.
3. Hayley's having Alfie's baby (EastEnders)
The bombshell that Alfie Moon was the father of Hayley's baby left viewers shocked, and despite the fact he gave her cash to have an abortion when he made his secret return to Walford last month, it seems the mouthy Slater has decided to keep her little one after all.
But while Kat knows that Hayley was in Spain with her and Alfie, she has no idea that the pair got it on, and definitely doesn't know that she's now pregnant with her husband's baby. But the Slaters love a baby secret in their family, and these secrets always have a way of getting out. With Hayley and Kat both being so mouthy, perhaps we can expect a huge catfight revelation in the middle of the Square.
2. Lachlan's a triple killer (Emmerdale)
Not happy with just killing off his own mother and grandfather, Lachlan White has also made sure his best friend Gerry didn't reveal his murderous secret by bumping him off as well.
So far girlfriend Belle and the rest of the village are oblivious to the fact Lachlan is hiding serial killer tendencies… but how long can he literally get away with murder, and will he be tempted to kill again if it means keeping his secret safe?
1. Toyah and Eva's baby lie (Coronation Street)
The fact that Eva is little Susie's mum was never going to stay hidden forever, as the lie was just too big. But Eva and Toyah have managed to hoodwink everyone in Weatherfield for a surprising amount of time. In fact, the only person who correctly guessed their baby bluff was Susie's dad, Aidan.
But as the cracks begin to show in the baby plan, the pressure gets too much for Toyah and she's set to reveal everything to Peter next week. Yes, EVERYTHING! Watch this space… the fallout from this lie is going to be huge.
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