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TERRIFIED residents and children were evacuated after a van packed with fireworks was set alight by a yob.
The vehicle erupted into flames in Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire, in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Locals were rushed from their homes and roads closed as firefighters battled to bring the blaze under control.
Footage posted online shows fireworks exploding from the van as flames took hold while deafening bangs led residents to label the scene a ‘war zone’.
No one was injured during the blaze which took place around 1am on the town’s Braes Avenue.
A suspect was seen making off and police are appealing for information to trace him.
He is described as white, in his 30s, of slim build with a shaved head and was wearing a dark-coloured hooded jacket with dark-coloured bottoms.
In a post online, Clydebank East Community Council said: “Disgusting behaviour in Braes Avenue in the early hours.
“A van deliberately set on fire while containing boxes of fireworks, absolutely no regard for the kids living in these houses.
“I’ve never witnessed anything like it, kids screaming in sheer terror. Absolutely awful. Thankfully everyone is safe.
“Should anyone wish to speak to the anti-social behaviour team they will be at our next meeting on Monday 3rd March at 7pm in Centre 81.”
They added: “The van was parked on a driveway in between two blocks of houses.
“The van was targeted and had boxes of fireworks inside.
“Thankfully no one was physically injured and eventually got back into their homes, it was horrific.”
Councillor Lauren Oxley said: “Absolutely shocking, hope everyone is alright and isn’t too shaken up. I’ve written to the council and police for some further information and to ask what action is being taken because clearly the current patrols aren’t enough.”
Marie McNair MSP added: “Disgusting behaviour. Hope everyone is okay.”
Shocked locals also hit out at those behind the attack.
One said: “Thought we were in a war zone last night, so glad no one was hurt.”
Another posted: “Why would people do a thing like that? Do they have no regard for others? Someone could have been really hurt.”
Detective Constable Andrew Baldacci, Clydebank CID, said: “I’m appealing for anyone who has information about this man, or the man himself, to come forward.
“I’d also ask anyone who saw what happened or has any information about the incident and has not already spoken to police, to contact us.
“Similarly, if you have private CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage from the area, please review this and bring anything of significance to our attention.”
A Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “We were alerted at 12.56am on Sunday, February 23, to reports of a vehicle fire on Braes Avenue in Whitecrook, Clydebank.
“Operations Control mobilised two fire appliances to the scene, and firefighters extinguished the fire affecting one van which was well alight.
“There were no casualties, and the crews left the scene at 2.19am after ensuring the area was made safe.”
Anyone with information should call Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference number 0246 of 23 February or alternatively phone Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
MARRIED At First Sight UK bride Lacey Martin has hit back at a teaser clip ahead of tonight’s reunion – claiming it’s been “edited to make her ex look better”.
Lacey and Nathan Campbell were matched on the E4 wedding series, and were one of the only couples to make it past the end of the show.
Proving to be one of the strongest couples throughout the show, fans were shocked when The Sun revealed they went their separate ways shortly after filming.
However, Lacey has now spoken out about the upcoming reunion, which will see the pair in a tear-filled reunion as they discuss what went wrong between them.
In a teaser for the episode, both Lacey and Nathan are seen in tears, with Nathan telling cameras: “It just breaks my heart, do you know what I mean?”
But Lacey has suggested there’s more to the scenes than the moment suggests.
Warning of what’s to come, Lacey took to her Instagram Stories and shared a video of their wedding day, writing: “This is the man I married, not the man in the clip for the reunion. I’m not fake, I genuinely loved Nathan, the episode is edited for [your] entertainment. I didn’t change after the Experiment but was just simply wasn’t on the same page.”
“They’ve had to cut out about Nathan not wishing me good luck for the race for life as it would have looked bad on him,” she added.
“But just keep an open mind and that we [were] both hurt. Please be mindful, be kind and non-judgemental. As I do have feelings and this was incredibly difficult for me.”
She later shared messages of support from fans thanking them, and in a separate post teased what was to come, and why they broke up.
Nathan claimed in January, shortly after their split, that she had dumped him, but Lacey insists it was his lack of support in a charity run that finally ended the romance.
“Hey everyone, so I will be talking on this properly soon but Nathan didn’t wish me good luck for my race for life, that was the main factor of our breakup! But they didn’t air it as didn’t want Nathan to look bad,” she said.
“If you see in the edited teaser clip I’m getting frustrated? Why because the person who I thought loved me didn’t wish me good luck, he lacked passion for us.
“I tried to get me and him back on track, reached out numerous times but he blocked me like I was nothing.”
“He got his phone out to try and slander me but he’s forgetting he agreed and wanted to be in a ”boyband and do modelling” we both as a couple spoke on this,” she said.
“I didn’t get my phone, when I’ve got me pouring my heart out for him to block me. 2 Sides to every story!”
“Also I want to add, I had no idea he thought I wasn’t genuine until the reunion when he was going around to everyone slandering me,” Lacey continued. “So when I saw him for the first time and he’s saying I’m fake, I was in shock.”
“During and after the show myself and Nathan talked about magazine deals/interviews together as a couple or as friends! We had such a good friendship as well as relationship!
People need to be open minded.”
Viewers will be able to see the discussion in tonight’s reunion, which will see stars from the most recent series get back together for a catch up, as well as faces from previous MAFS years.
Married at First Sight: The Reunion airs tonight at 9pm on E4.
TURKEY is no longer one of the cheapest holiday destinations for Brits, the boss of TUI has warned.
CEO Sebastian Ebel explained how the ‘budget’ holiday destination has seen higher costs in recent months.
Rising inflation has made the destination not as affordable with last summer seeing “half-empty restaurants” as well as usually-full hotels dropping to 70 per cent capacity.
Kıvanç Meriç from the Association of Turkish Travel Agencies (TÜRSAB) said their main selling point was the “price advantage” over other countries.
He told local media: “We have lost this in the past two years, leading to a 30 to 35 percent gap compared to our competitors.
“As a result, we are losing strength against countries like Egypt, Tunisia, Morocco and even Greece.”
Instead, TUI is looking to expand to other destinations that offer good-value holidays.
Sebastian said during the conference: “Our core is leisure, but it’s not only sun and beach, it’s everything about leisure.”
Some of the suggested destinations include Southeast Asia and China.
The tour operator revealed earlier this year their plans to double the hotels in Asia by 2027, with more across Sri Lanka, Thailand and the Maldives.
And more flights were added to Thailand due to demand, with the destination named a top 2025 hotspot as well as featuring in the new season of White Lotus.
But TUI could even extend out to places like Latin America, with destinations such as Argentina, Mexico and Colombia.
He previously said: “Latin America represents a significant growth opportunity for us, and through our digital platforms, we are poised to meet the region’s rising demand, and scale quickly.
“TUI is ready to make a major impact in Latin America.”
Even Africa is seeing huge demand, following the launch of Senegal holidays in 2022 and new holidays to Kenya last year.
The Sun visited Senegal on the first flight out with TUI – here’s what we thought.
And here’s our verdict on TUI’s Kenya holidays, which are a mix of beach and safari.
Along with expansion in Cape Verde and Zanzibar, Ebel said: “There is a lot of growth outside the region of Europe.
“I very much believe in Africa.”
For shorter haul holidays, TUI has said they are seeing more bookings for non-Spain destinations due to places like Majorca and Canaries being “full”.
Ebel said: “In summer, there is high demand for Bulgaria, Tunisia and Egypt.
“What we see is more people going to Egypt in winter [instead of the Canary Islands].
Neil Swanson, who is the TUI UK and Ireland managing director, agreed: “Looking ahead to 2025, we’re seeing growing interest in North African destinations.”
Here are some other destinations set to be big this year.
BRITAIN’S Got Talent viewers have slammed Ant and Dec’s Golden Buzzer act, branding him ‘undeserved.
The popular ITV competition returned for its 18th series over the weekend.
Comedian Will Burns, 25, showed off impressions including David Attenborough and Gary Barlow.
The Geordie duo were left impressed and rewarded the self-described BGT superfan with their coveted Golden Buzzer.
As per the show’s rules, this sent Will straight through to the live shows.
Meanwhile, not everyone was happy with Ant and Dec‘s choice of Golden Buzzer.
One person penned on social media: “I feel like Ant and Dec only pressed the golden buzzer because they know will is a huge fan of the show if he wasn’t a super fan I don’t think they would have pressed it.”
Another fumed:” I never in my life have seen such an undeserved golden buzzer in my entire life, he wasn’t even funny.
“The only thing i laughed at is when ant & dec pressed it, me and my mate burst out laughing because of how such a bad audition could get this golden buzzer.
“If it was me i would’ve pressed the red buzzer. taking the p***.”
While a third remarked: “oh god not you ant & dec, he’s not worth a golden buzzer.. two in the first episode??? i hate this so much.”
Elsewhere, Simon Cowell pressed his Golden Buzzer for Scots singer Vinnie McKee.
However, fans were left underwhelmed by his performance of I’m Gonna Be by The Proclaimers.
Despite thinking Vinnie was a good singer, they questioned the style of the rendition.
One person wrote: “No, no, no. Good voice but ruining that song.”
Another said: “What does singing the song like this add to the song?
“It’s cheap and nasty. Sing it properly ffs.”
Britain’s Got Talent is back for series 18 – with the search on for the next act to perform at the Royal Variety Performance.
The first episode saw two Golden Buzzers awarded – courtesy of Simon Cowell and presenters Ant & Dec respectively.
So who received a Golden Buzzer?
Simon opted for singer Vinnie McKee, who performed a rendition of The Proclaimers’ hit I’m Gonna Be.
Prior to BGT, Vinnie had been performing at a holiday camp since he was 18.
Meanwhile, hosts Ant and Dec pressed theirs for comedian and impressionist Will Burns.
The 25-year-old is a self-confessed BGT superfan – whose impressions included David Attenborough, Gary Barlow and Big Brother narrator Marcus Bentley.
A third fumed: “Nope, you dont mess with 500 miles!”
Other notable moments shown on Saturday included Japanese act Akira Ohashi – who left fans disgusted after stripping down and performing naked.
While judges and viewers alike were unnerved by US performer Auzzy Blood’s gruesome performance.
Britain’s Got Talent continues on ITV1 and ITVX.
CHLOE Burrows has jetted off on her second holiday with her new man after meeting him through her Love Island co-star.
The influencer and podcast host, 29, is now in Dubai with the Welsh hunk and sources have told The Sun they “get on like a house on fire.”
Earlier this week, Chloe went public with her new man, Ruben Moreira, as she moves on from her former romance with Toby Aromolaran, 25.
Now they are enjoying their next sun-soaked getaway and a source was first to tell us: “It’s early days for Chloe and Ruben but they have known each other a while through Liam Reardon and they get on like a house on fire.
“They holidayed in Australia together in a big group at the start of the year and romance blossomed there.
“Now they are on holiday together in Dubai, so it’s heating up.
“Chloe thinks he’s gorgeous and she knows he’s a decent bloke as she trusts Liam wouldn’t be mates with someone who wasn’t a good guy.”
Chloe has now taken to her Instagram Stories to capture their cute date night at Shimmers eatery, with a plate of fresh fish and salad seen on the table.
Another snap saw her posing for a sultry selfie with the caption: “Get me to bed with some Brooklyn Nine Nine now.”
Previously, following her festive getaway to Australia, she hailed their trip: “The actual best place in the world with the best people in the world.”
Chloe, who shot to fame on Love Island’s 2021 season, posted a picture on her Instagram Stories of her and Ruben just last week.
Fans immediately took this to mean she was “soft launching” her new relationship.
Taking to Reddit, one wrote: “Love that for her. That’s literally so fun for the four of them as friends, hope it all works out!!”
While another said: “So happy for Chloe.”
This one added: “This is great news.”
Chloe met Ruben through fellow Love Island 2021 co-star Liam Reardon, as the two men are friends.
EVERY year Love Island opens its doors to more sexy Islanders who are hoping for a holiday romance that could turn into more.
Here we take you through all of the Love Island winners so far and what their relationship statuses are now:
2025 – The second series of All Stars saw Gabby Allen and Case O’Gorman scoop the crown. STATUS: Still together.
2024 – The summer Love Island saw Mimii Ngulube and Josh Oyinsan were crowned the winners. STATUS: Broken up.
2024 – The first ever All stars spin off show was won by Molly Smith and Tom Clare. STATUS: Still together.
2023 – Jess Harding and Sammy Root took home the 50k, and won the summer 2023 Love Island. STATUS: Broken up.
2023 – The first series of 2023 saw Sanam Harrinanan and Kai Fagan crowned Love Island winners in South Africa. STATUS: Still together.
2022 – Davide Sanclimenti and Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu’s time in the villa was anything but a smooth ride, but they managed to win the public’s hearts – and the ITV2 reality show. STATUS: Broken up.
2021 – Liam Reardon and Millie Court were announced winners of Love Island 2021. STATUS: Still together.
2020 – The first ever winter Love Island saw Paige Turley and Finn Tapp crowned winners after falling in love on the show. STATUS: Broken up.
2019 – Series 5 saw Tommy Fury and Molly-Mae Hague runners up to winners Greg O’Shea and Amber Gill, who met in the last few days of the series. STATUS: Broken up.
2018 – It wasn’t surprising fan favourites Jack Fincham and Dani Dyer won the show, as they were strong throughout. But sadly things didn’t last. STATUS: Broken up.
2017 – Kem Cetinay and Amber Davies had lots of ups and downs in the villa but went on to win. STATUS: Broken up.
2016 – Nathan Massey and Cara De La Hoyde were together from the start of the series, and since they won the show they’ve had two kids and are married. STATUS: Still together.
2015 – Despite poor Jess Hayes being Max Morley’s second choice on the show, they did win – but they didn’t last as a couple. STATUS: Broken up.
Liam dates Chloe’s BFF and co-star Millie Court.
Millie and Liam proved the eventual winners of their reality TV series.
Yet they have faced relationship struggles of their own, splitting up before reuniting for their next chapter together.
BORIS Johnson caused chaos on Good Morning Britain after suddenly walking out of his live interview.
The ex-PM, 60, was speaking to hosts Susanna Reid and Richard Madeley live from Kyiv to mark three years since Russia invaded Ukraine.
It comes as world leaders are gathering today in an effort to find a peaceful solution to the conflict.
Susanna admitted she was shocked to see Johnson in the war zone, telling him: “This is a bit of surprise that you’ve turned up in Kyiv.
“It’s a big day, of course, because world leaders are having this call about what to do about Ukraine. What do you think should happen?”
Johnson rubbished claims Ukraine are to blame for the war after US President Donald Trump accused leader Volodymyr Zelensky of “talking the US into spending $350m on aid”.
Instead, the former Tory leader said he believes the minerals agreement between the US and Ukraine is close to being signed.
“That commits the US not only to future financing of Ukraine but also to a free, sovereign and secure Ukraine under Donald Trump,” he said, adding: “That is not to be sneezed at, it’s a very important commitment…”
Johnson then dramatically announced he was ending the interview.
“Anyways, I’ve got to love you and leave you,” he muttered while wrestling with his ear piece.
However, keen to carry on the conversation, Madeley interjected: “As a former prime minister, how do you deal with an American president who says that black is white. How do you talk to him?”
Clearly in a hurry, Johnson responded: “You have to keep knocking the ball back over the net.”
He then walked out of shot as Reid said: “Thank you very much indeed for your time this morning. Just disentangling himself from our microphone and off he goes.”
She went on to announce: “Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson tells this programme there is a deal to be done over Ukraine, and now is the time for the UK to step up in negotiations with the US.”
Madeley added: “He was speaking here live just a few minutes ago, predicting that there will be a deal in the next couple of days between America and Ukraine over mineral rights, which effectively, he says, will put America back with skin in the game. Big Game changer.
“Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelensky, of course, has said that he’ll step down from his job if it guarantees peace, so a lot happening today.”
Zelenksy made the announcement yesterday, emphasising he would quit in exchange for peace or Nato membership.
It comes as Trump and warmongering Russian President Vladimir Putin hold peace talks without Kyiv at the table.
The Ukrainian president said on Sunday: “If it’s about peace in Ukraine and you really want me to leave my position, I am ready to do that [in exchange for peace].
“Secondly I can exchange it for Nato [membership].
“If there is such an opportunity I’ll do it immediately without a long conversation about it.”
He emphasised that Ukraine’s security was his priority, not staying in office, adding that it was not his “dream” to remain president for a decade.
Zelensky’s remarks came after Trump branded him a “dictator” for not holding an election during the war.
Elections in Ukraine have been banned under martial law amid Putin’s ongoing illegal invasion.
But reports have emerged that Ukraine may be forced to hold elections before any final peace agreement with Russia is reached, according to The Telegraph.
Trump, who has repeatedly boasted he could end the war within “24 hours,” said the demand for elections “came from me” and appeared to blame Ukraine for not reaching a deal sooner.
“You’ve been there for three years… You should have never started it. You could have made a deal,” he said.
Kyiv and Europe were last week iced out of the beginning of peace talks between the US and Russia – which sparked diplomatic turmoil between Ukraine and Washington.
After lashing out at Zelensky, Trump later insisted he “trusts” that Russia wants peace before again calling Zelensky a “dictator”.
At a press conference today, Zelensky said he wasn’t offended by Trump’s jibe.
He said: “I wasn’t offended, but a dictator would be. I’m not. I’m the legally election president.”
Zelensky also said he wants to see Trump as a partner to Ukraine and more than a simply a mediator between Kyiv and Moscow.
“I want very much from Trump understanding of each other,” he added.
The Ukrainian president said an “important meeting” of world leaders would take place on Monday, the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion.
He hinted that major decisions could emerge from the summit, which will include 13 nations attending in person and 24 joining online.
“Tomorrow’s summit is crucial. It might even be a turning point—we’ll see,” he said.
A WOMAN has issued a stark cocaine warning after snorting so much her nose collapsed – leaving a gaping hole in her face.
Kelly Kozyra was on a night out in 2017 when she was offered a line of cocaine by a friend.
Within a matter of months, the 38-year-old said she was using the class-A drug day and night – swapping out eating and sleeping to fuel her drug habit.
Kelly, who lives in Chicago, Illinois, US, soon began experiencing bleeding within her nose and was even blowing out chunks of skin from her nostrils.
Convinced the injury would heal itself, Kelly continued to snort cocaine daily, forking out a mammoth $80,000 (around £63,200) over 19 months on the party drug.
Shocking photos reveal the state of Kelly’s eroded nasal septum, which had formed one large hole and deformed the shape of her nose.
Kelly compared the look of her nose to that of reality star Daniella Westbrook whose long-term drug addiction led to the rotting of her septum.
After interventions from friends and family, Kelly decided to live a sober life in 2021 and has since undergone 15 surgeries to help reconstruct her damaged nose.
Kelly, who plans on becoming a substance abuse counsellor, hopes her story inspires other users struggling with addiction.
Kelly said: “I met back with some old friends and ended up using cocaine with someone there.
“I began using cocaine day and night. I wasn’t eating, I wasn’t sleeping. I was holding a job but eventually I had to quit.
“I’d been using cocaine for three months daily when I started experiencing bleeding in my nose and was blowing out chunks of skin, then noticed the septum was deteriorating.
“I thought this couldn’t happen to me and I wasn’t doing that much but I was doing a hell of a lot.
“I thought it would just heal itself, but I still continued snorting. The septum completely deteriorated. Then I got a hole on the outside of my face, which grew to the size of a dime.
“Eventually I had to shove my pinky up my nose to hold all the cocaine up there so I didn’t lose it out the hole.
“My nose looked similar to Daniella Westbrook. I got lucky that it was during Covid and everyone was wearing masks so no one could see my face.
“I kept telling people I had a sinus infection and was lying my way through it. I was horrified by the way it looked.
It destroyed everything in my life, including my nose
Kelly Kozyra
“It destroyed everything in my life, including my nose.”
Kelly has since undergone 15 reconstructive surgeries to help restore her nose, including moving skin from her forehead to create a new tip and taking an artery from her arm to rebuild the blood supply from her cheek to her nose.
Kelly said: “It looks like a nose now. This entire experience has taught me so much. Now I live day by day, that’s how we’re taught to live through the programme.
“I don’t have any plans of relapsing or using. I think being open about it helps me and other people. The more we talk about drug use, the less stigmatised it becomes.”
The UK Addiction Treatment Centres says if you’re worried you or someone you know may be addicted to cocaine, there are some questions to ask yourself:
If you answered yes to any of the questions, you may be exhibiting signs of cocaine addiction and you should seek immediate help.
If you think that you have a drug addiction then please contact your GP.
You can also visit FRANK for honest information about drugs and to find local treatment services.
If you are having trouble finding the right help, call the FRANK drugs helpline on 03001236600
Or click here to visit the NHS website for more advice and support
EASTENDERS fans think they’ve cracked Sonia Fowler’s departure as a familiar face returns following Martin’s tragic death.
Following Martin Fowler’s tragic death, fans have speculated over which remaining members of the Fowler family will return for his funeral and how Sonia Fowler will exit the BBC soap.
EastEnders bosses have confirmed that Vicki Fowler – Martin’s niece – will be returning, but with a new actress taking on the role.
And confirmed fans’ hopes that Bex Fowler, Martin’s daughter, will return to Walford for his funeral, after leaving in 2020.
Following a first look clip released on Sunday, Bex’s mum Sonia calls her daughter to give her the devastating news.
Sitting up in her hospital bed, an emotional Sonia called her daughter and asked if she was with anyone.
After Bex replied, Sonia said: “I’m not snooping Bex, It’s just I, erm, I need to tell you something and it would be really lovely if there was a friend with you there right now.”
Sonia continued: “Oh god I really wish I was there with you now darlin’. It’s about your dad.”
Sonia struggled to contain her tears as she said: “There was an accident, urm…. and he died darlin’.”
As Bianca and Lauren stand at the foot of her hospital bed in tears – with Lauren cradling baby Julia – Sonia told Bex: “No it’s real. He died and urm…. I’m so sorry.”
Martin died after a steel beam crushed him, after Cindy caused Reiss to crash into the Queen Vic, which ignited a fire and explosion.
Bex was last played by Jasmine Armfield from 2014 to 2020, when the character decided to have a gap year before attending Oxford university and travel the world.
Bex will jet in after years spent travelling the world to be with her mum and the rest of the family as they lay Martin to rest.
The tragedy will hit Bex hard as she tries to adjust to everything that’s happened in her absence, including Sonia’s incarceration for murder and the arrival of her newborn sister.
Now, soap fans are convinced Bex’s return will lead to Sonia’s exit storyline, as she will decide to leave to live with her.
Taking to social media, one fan predicted: “I think this’ll tie in with mum Sonia’s departure.”
SOAP viewers are frequently left heartbroken after watching some of their favourite characters bite the dust.
Here is a list of the most devastating deaths that have taken place in soapland over the years.
EASTENDERS
Barry Evans – Evil Janine (Charlie Brooks) lured her trusting fiance to Scotland for a quickie marriage after learning he was dying.
Her plan to inherit Barry’s fortune was thwarted when Barry told her that the doctors had mixed up his medical files.
Furious that she was no longer set for a windfall, she pushed Barry off a cliff after telling him their love was “fake”.
Bradley Branning – Bradley was accused of killing Stacey Slater’s rapist Archie Mitchell (Larry Lamb) after he punched him twice on the night he died.
He was spotted in the Square by a police woman who chased him up a fire escape.
Bradley lost his balance and tragically plunged to his death.
CORONATION STREET
Tina McIntyre – Tina was getting it on with Peter Barlow – despite him being married to Carla Connor.
When she threatened to reveal the truth, Carla’s brother Rob got into a physical altercation with her.
Tina lost her footing and fell off a balcony – then warned Rob she was going to tell the cops he pushed her.
In a panic, Rob brutally clobbered her over the head with a metal pipe.
Molly Dobbs – Molly was one of the victims in Corrie’s 2010 tram crash, alongside Ashley Peacock (Steven Arnold).
Married to Tyrone (Alan Halsall), Molly had been having an affair with Kevin Webster (Michael Le Vell) in the months before her death.
This resulted in the birth of their son, Jack (Kyran Bowes), who was named after Jack Duckworth.
As fate would have it, Kevin’s wife Sally (Sally Dynevor) was by Molly’s side in her final moments.
Sally was stunned as Molly confessed Kevin was Jack’s father, before dying of her injuries.
Vera Duckworth – Having appeared regularly in Corrie since the 1970s, there was no denying Vera Duckworth was an iconic character.
Alongside her husband Jack, the pair formed one of the soap’s most beloved couples.
Viewers were heartbroken when Vera was killed off in 2008, being discovered having passed away peacefully in her chair.
Liz Dawn, who played Vera, made a brief return two years later for Bill Tarmey’s exit as Jack.
Paul Foreman – Fans were heartbroken when Paul Foreman succumbed to his illness after battling motor neurone disease.
Introduced in 2018 as David Platt’s (Jack P. Shepherd) cellmate, he later embarked on a romance – and marriage – with vicar Billy Mayhew.
The MND storyline was announced in 2023 – with the expectation it would result in the character’s death.
EMMERDALE
Sarah Sugden – After the family got into financial problems, Sarah’s son Andy (Kelvin Fletcher) decided to make some quick cash from an insurance company by setting fire to the Sugden barn.
He didn’t realise his mum was inside the building, and she got trapped in the blaze.
Nine villagers – The shocking 1993 plane crash episode brought in 18 million viewers for Emmerdale.
Mark Hughes was killed by a falling wall, Archie Brooks was burned by jet fuel, Elizabeth Pollard was killed by debris and newcomer Leonard Kempinski died in a car crash caused by the crash.
Five other non-recurring characters from the village also died.
HOLLYOAKS
Carmel McQueen – The talented singer died in shocking scenes when a train crashed into a her family’s car.
Carmel managed to free her cousin Theresa from the rubble – but got stuck in it herself.
Moments later the train exploded and Carmel died in the arms of her family members, promising to be their guardian angel.
Another added: “Bex will most likely persuade Sonia to move with her.”
A third penned: “I hope this means we can see Sonia and Julia heading off with Bex for a fresh start.”
Sonia Fowler actress Natalie Cassidy, 41, told bosses of her decision to leave the hit BBC One soap last summer.
Natalie, who joined the EastEnders back in 1993, aged just ten years, said: “I feel extremely sad to be writing this, but also very excited.
“After another 11 solid years back on The Square, I have decided it’s time to move on to pastures new. EastEnders is in my bones so I will never forget where I started my career and I will continue to love the show.
“Thank you to Chris Clenshaw for the opportunity to be such a big part of the 40th anniversary – it’s an honour. See ya, Sonia, going but never forgotten.”
Speaking of Bex’s return, EastEnders Executive Producer Chris Clenshaw said: “We’re delighted to welcome Jasmine home to EastEnders as part of Martin’s farewell.
“There’s no way that Bex would miss her dad’s funeral, and Sonia needs her eldest daughter more than ever.
“It’s been five years in which Bex has gone out into the world, so she’ll come back with renewed wisdom and experience.”
On her return as Bex Fowler, Jasmine Armfield said: “It’s wonderful to be back at EastEnders and to see so many familiar faces.
“It’s amazing for me to come home, but for Bex, it’s an absolutely devastating time because she’s lost her dad.
“She’s grown up a lot, having spent the past few years travelling, so we’re going to see a much more mature and grown-up version of Bex this time around.”
EastEnders airs Monday to Thursday at 7:30pm on BBC One or stream from 6am on BBC iPlayer.
FANS have been left baffled after darts veteran Ross Montgomery coached his opponent during their final.
The 62-year-old Scot beat Graham Usher 5-1 on Saturday night to win the World Seniors Championship.
The match turned at 1-1 after Usher missed a whopping TEN set darts to move ahead.
During the horror leg, Montgomery bizarrely gave his rival advice in an awkward exchange.
Usher was visibly frustrated after his seventh miss, taking a brief moment to pause and wipe his palms with a towel.
Montgomery went over to him and the pair briefly spoke.
Usher returned to the oche and fired another three off target before the man nicknamed “The Boss” kept his composure to wrap up the leg on double top.
Montgomery then approached the 51-year-old and again said something while this time pointing to his head.
Usher looked confused and pulled a perplexed face down the camera.
Fans were left equally baffled, with one saying: “Genuinely one of strangest and most patronising things I’ve seen on any darts stage.”
Another added: “How odd.”
A third wrote: “Utter madness.”
Explaining the move, Montgomery said: “Graham has kicked my a*** many times because he’s a fantastic player. I told him on stage ‘Graham, just calm down and be yourself son’.
“If you win, you win. Just calm down. This is all about a game of darts.
“Graham is a fantastic player; he will be back. He will be kicking backsides.”
It was not the only strange interaction Usher was involved at the World Seniors Championship over the weekend, approaching opponent Leonard Gates and giving him a death stare on stage.
