How soaps became the soul of the nation

After a two-year hiatus, The British Soap Awards made a triumphant return last week, and had plenty of glamour, gongs and drama to make up for lost time. Welcoming past and present soap stars to East

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When most actors exit a soap, it’s because they fancy trying their hand at other roles or simply want a more peaceful life. And while Coronation Street’s Sue Cleaver certainly won’t rule out other act

Jane McDonald is a bestselling singer, songwriter and one of our most beloved TV presenters – but that won’t stop her feeling starstruck when she hosts The British Soap Awards. Jane, 62, is a soap sup

JANE McDONALD on why she can’t wait to host The British Soap Awards 2025 …