Updated: 13:32 EST

Advertisement

topic image

Hollyoaks

Hollyoaks is a British soap opera that debuted on Channel 4 in 1995. Set in the fictional village of Hollyoaks, it follows the lives and relationships of its residents. Known for addressing contemporary and controversial issues, the show has a loyal fan base and has won numerous awards. Hollyoaks features a mix of long-standing characters and new faces, ensuring fresh storylines.

Trending Hollyoaks News

Hollyoaks icon Alex Fletcher 'quits E4 soap after 16 years'

Rafe Spall makes first comments about his blended family

Chelsee Healey is seen with boyfriend after his prison release

Hollyoaks: Latest News and Updates

Page

Hollyoaks icon Alex Fletcher 'quits E4 soap after 16 years' leaving 'gutted' bosses to plan 'emotional exit' for her beloved character

02/02/26 18:29

Hollyoaks icon Alex Fletcher has reportledy quit her role as Diane Hutchinson on the E4 soap after 16 years. The actress, 49, who joined the Cheshire based show in 2010 after finding fame as Jacqui Dixon in Brookside, is said to have left show bosses 'gutted' when she told them her decision late last year. Plans are now in place for her character's 'emotional' exit bringing an end to her long onscreen partnership with Nick Pickard, who plays husband Tony....read

Curtis Pritchard leaves fans in stitches as he recreates his widely-panned Hollyoaks scene with Ciaran Davies on Love Island: All Stars Best Bits
01/02/26 00:50
In 2021, Curts and his former Strictly Come Dancing star brother AJ played twins Marco and Jacob in Hollyoaks; but their scenes soon went viral due to their 'wooden' acting.
Pregnant Nikki Sanderson shows off her growing bump in a fitted dress as she attends baby event with partner Anthony Quinlan
29/01/26 16:52
The actress, 41, who is expecting her first child with her partner Anthony Quinlan, wore a figure hugging, grey midi dress.
Rafe Spall makes first comments about his blended family after marital split from Elize du Toit and having a baby with his Trying co-star Esther Smith
29/01/26 12:03
The couple welcomed their first child together in 2022, and the 42-year old actor says raising a child as a middle-aged man has made him more aware of his own mortality.
Pregnant Nikki Sanderson shows off her bump in a tight white dress as she predicts the gender of her baby
29/01/26 09:26
Nikki Sanderson showed off her baby bump in a figure-hugging white dress as she predicted the gender of her child in a new Instagram clip on Wednesday.
'You're really fit until you start talking': Gemma Atkinson reveals 'snide' men would tell her how her accent made her unattractive
28/01/26 13:15
On this week's episode of their podcast Lost in Translation, Gemma said: 'People used to message me and say, "You're really really fit until you start talking but we just can't deal with your accent".'
Hollyoaks actor hits out at Dubai claiming it has 'no culture' and questions 'how do you people live there'
27/01/26 13:04
Hollyoaks actor James Sutton, 42, explained how he felt all Dubai had to offer was shopping centres, restaurants, hotels and office buildings.
Gary Lucy appears to goad Laura Anderson as he shares picture of his MUM dressed as a Playboy bunny alongside teasing comment - after branding his ex a 'narcissist'
26/01/26 13:44
Gary Lucy appeared to goad his ex-girlfriend Laura Anderson on Sunday, as he shared an AI-generated image of his mum dressed as a Playboy bunny.
- comments
- shares
Pregnant Nikki Sanderson seen for the first time since announcing she is expecting her first child with partner Anthony Quinlan as she enjoys night out at the theatre
21/01/26 00:47
Nikki Sanderson was spotted out for the first time on Tuesday, just weeks after announcing she is expecting her first child with partner Anthony Quinlan.
Hollyoaks star Hollie-Jay Bowes 'set to return as Michaela McQueen' 16 years after quitting the soap
20/01/26 20:32
Hollyoaks star Hollie-Jay Bowes is reportedly set to return as Michaela McQueen as part of James Sutton's exit storyline, 16 years after quitting the soap.
- 4 comments
- shares
Hollyoaks legend QUITS soap after eight years on screens as she decides 'it's time to move on for good and take the leap'
20/01/26 14:59
The star temporarily left the series for maternity leave in 2017 and 2024, but this time it's permanent.
- 11 comments
- shares
Hollyoaks star Jennifer Metcalfe shows off her incredible physique in skintight activewear as she hits the gym after revealing her diet and exercise secrets
14/01/26 14:11
Jennifer Metcalfe showed off her incredible physique in a figure-hugging workout set as she hit the gym on Tuesday.
- 21 comments
- shares
Hollyoaks legend quits soap after a whopping 20 years on screens - and they've already filmed their final scenes
14/01/26 10:50
A Hollyoaks legend has quit the soap after a whopping 20 years on screen - having already filmed their final scenes on the Channel 4 soap.
The lifestyle tweaks that have taken 28 years off my biological age, by DAVINIA TAYLOR. At 48, these no-willpower-required lifestyle changes have given me a biological age of TWENTY
12/01/26 01:29
That plan to get fit already feels like a broken promise. But here's the deal: January is the worst time to make big, unrealistic plans for change.
- 479 comments
- 175 shares
Hollyoaks stars Greg Finnegan and Kieron Richardson discuss James Nightingale's dramatic return from the dead as characters come face-to-face
07/01/26 07:15
James, who is played by Greg, was blown up by a car bomb in scenes which aired last year, however viewers discovered that he was alive during the soap's 30 anniversary episodes in October.
- 3 comments
- shares
Pregnant Nikki Sanderson, 41, details her two-year struggle to conceive with partner Anthony Quinlan - and reveals they started IVF process before discovering joyous baby news
05/01/26 15:49
Coronation Street and Hollyoaks star Nikki Sanderson has revealed her two-year struggled to conceive a child with partner Anthony Quinlan.
- 33 comments
- shares
Gemma Atkinson, 41, reveals daily workout plan to maintain her strong physique
30/12/25 15:50
The model, 41, was a familiar face on lads' mags during the noughties but she admitted she hardly worked out at all during that period.
Love Island's Laura Anderson admits Christmas is 'tricky and emotional' for her blended family as she navigates romance with footballer Clark Robertson
25/12/25 14:00
Laura Anderson has opened up about how Christmas is 'tricky and emotional' trying to blend her family with her boyfriend's.
Nikki Sanderson is pregnant! Corrie star, 41, debuts her bump in red dress as she and Hollyoaks star boyfriend Anthony Quinlan reveal they are expecting their first child together
24/12/25 14:13
Nikki Sanderson and Anthony Quinlan are expecting their first child together.
Hollyoaks star Jessamy Stoddart reveals she is pregnant with her second child with husband Ryan O'Gorman
23/12/25 11:33
Hollyoaks actress Jessamy Stoddart has revealed that she is expecting her second child with husband Ryan O'Gorman in a sweet Instagram post on Tuesday.
- 5 comments
- shares
I've been on-screen more than 2500 times as the UK's most prolific extra, including three huge soaps and even blockbuster movies - it's all because I have a secret weapon casting agents can't resist
21/12/25 12:26
This background artist has appeared in countless beloved projects - all while largely maintaining anonymity in day to day life.
- 88 comments
- shares
Former Hollyoaks star Alfie Browne-Sykes and his fiancée announce she is pregnant as they share sweet snaps of their ultrasound
19/12/25 15:43
The former Hollyoaks star, 31, who played Jason Roscoe in the soap, is already a stepfather to Aimee's son, Zach William, four, whom she welcomed from a previous relationship.
- 9 comments
- 1 share
Hollyoaks' Jamie Lomas narrowly misses out on Celebrity MasterChef final as he becomes latest contestant to be eliminated - leaving just four stars to battle it out for 2025 trophy
15/12/25 23:40
The Hollyoaks star, 50, got the boot from the BBCall-star cooking competition during the first episode of this year's Finals Week.
- 5 comments
- shares
Coronation Street's Saira Jackson, 43, shares a rare snap with her lookalike daughter Leah, 18, as she celebrates a huge milestone
12/12/25 17:52
The actress, 43, who is best known for her roles in Hollyoaks and Coronation Street, looked incredible as she wrapped an arm around Leah, 18.
Axed soap star now working as a trainee barber as he announces major career change after acting work dries up
12/12/25 09:59
A soap star has left his fans open-mouthed after revealing he's working as a trainee barber - despite bagging a huge role last year on the BBC.
Hollyoaks star Jeremy Edwards sparks concern with video as he asks 'what is the f***ing point?' - before being comforted by his fans
12/12/25 01:22
Hollyoaks star Jeremy Edwards sparked concern with a video posted to TikTok this week as he asked 'what is the f***ing point?' - before he was comforted by his fans.
Hollyoaks star Jimmy McKenna reveals his wife Beverly has died as he opens up for the first time on his heartbreak and how co-star Nick Pickard will support him this Christmas
11/12/25 00:36
Jimmy McKenna has revealed that his wife Beverly has died as he opened up about his heartbreak for the first time in a new interview.
- 5 comments
- shares
Chelsee Healey is seen with boyfriend Eddie Rainford for the first time since he was released early from prison after being sent down for two years on drugs charges
10/12/25 20:32
Chelsee Healey was seen with her boyfriend Eddie Rainford for the first time on Wednesday since he was released early from prison after being sent down for two years on drugs charges.
Coronation Street star Stephanie Davis 'signs up to Celebs Go Dating six months after her split from boyfriend Joe McKalroy'
10/12/25 09:00
Stephanie Davis has reportedly signed up to Celebs Go Dating after her recent split from Joe McKalroy.
- 14 comments
- shares
Laura Anderson takes a swipe at ex Gary Lucy by saying there's 'no drama' with her new man Clark as she opens up about their blended family
09/12/25 10:24
The Love Island star, 36, who found fame on the hit ITV dating show in 2018, found love with the Scottish centre-back, 32, after they started speaking on Instagram last year.
- 9 comments
- shares
Sarah Jayne Dunn reveals what she eats in a day to maintain her incredible figure and stay 'strong not small'
25/11/25 14:38
Sacked Hollyoaks star Sarah Jayne Dunn has revealed what she eats in a day to maintain her incredible physique.
The BBC are 'redeveloping iconic kids show Grange Hill with a very different feel' 17 years after it was last aired
25/11/25 01:41
The BBC are reportedly developing a reboot of iconic children's show Grange Hill - 17 years after it was last on screens.
- 276 comments
- 4 shares
Strictly Come Dancing star Gorka Márquez shows off his rippling six-pack as he reflects on how a shared love of fitness sparked romance with Gemma Atkinson
24/11/25 09:00
Now the father of two young children with the former Hollyoaks actress, Márquez admits it was a shared passion for personal fitness that drew them to one another.
How to get a body like Jennifer Metcalfe: Hollyoaks star, 42, reveals her diet and exercise secrets - and they're surprisingly simple!
23/11/25 08:29
She's no stranger to showing off her incredible figure in a skimpy bikini online.
Jorgie Porter puts on a leggy display in a racy bodysuit at the Football For Change awards - after admitting she's struggling to feel sexy again
22/11/25 22:41
Jorgie Porter put on a leggy display as she attended the Football For Change awards on Saturday.
- 32 comments
- shares
Rapist Hollyoaks actor who attacked woman while she was sleeping and told another victim she should 'abide by what a man wants' is jailed for 11 years
12/11/25 10:28
Rizwan Khan, 40, was also sentenced for causing unnecessary suffering to a child after slapping the child across the face, as well as for sexually assaulting one of the women he raped.
- 89 comments
- 41 shares
Hollyoaks star Roxanne McKee, 45, announces she has given birth to twins three months after her engagement
12/11/25 00:44
The actress, 45, took to Instagram on Tuesday night to make the announcement by sharing the first photos of her newborn children.
Duncan James confirms new romance with Alexander Roque as he gushes over 'handsome' stripper and reveals he's gotten seal of approval from his mum and Blue bandmates
09/11/25 17:04
The Blue singer, 47, was revealed to be dating the performer - who works at strip show Forbidden Nights - last month, after they attended a Hollyoaks cast party together last month.
Helen Flanagan wows in a purple sequin backless gown at awards ceremony in Manchester after taking swipe at ex Scott Sinclair
07/11/25 11:40
Helen Flanagan, 35, dazzled in a stunning gown as she turned heads on the red carpet in Manchester on Thursday.
- 52 comments
- shares
Stephanie Davis vows to return to a 'natural, beautiful me' as she provides a post-surgery update after fearing she wouldn't wake up from breast implant removal
04/11/25 14:09
Stephanie Davis made a vow to return to her natural, beautiful self as she provided a post-surgery update to Instagram this week.
Sacked Hollyoaks star Sarah Jayne Dunn enjoys a bumper payday as she rakes in more than £1.5 million from her racy OnlyFans career
03/11/25 10:36
The actress, 44, who played Mandy Richards on and off for 25 years, was axed from the soap after an unnamed co-star logged a formal complaint.
Stephanie Davis fears she 'won't wake up from surgery' ahead of her breast implant removal and says she wishes she'd 'never of had them done'
02/11/25 19:55
Stephanie Davis has admitted she has been worrying she 'won't wake up' as she filmed herself in a new clip ahead of her breast implants removal on Sunday.
Brookside's most UNHINGED storylines as soap returns with blood-soaked Hollyoaks crossover - including incest romp that sparked mass complaints, a murderous schoolboy and even a plague
02/11/25 16:43
Following the release of the one-off Brookside and Hollyoaks crossover episode, soap fans have been reflecting on some of Brookside's most controversial storylines.
Ex-Hollyoaks star Stephanie Waring, 47, reveals she's had her breast implants removed due to 'debilitating' menopause symptoms
31/10/25 14:43
The actress, 47, who starred in the Channel 4 soap from 1996 to 2024 as Cindy Cunningham, shared an update from her hospital bed ahead of the surgery.
Former Hollyoaks and Emmerdale star moves to the US as she releases new country music video - and reveals if she will ever return to acting
31/10/25 10:14
UK country sensation Twinnie has today released the music video for her new song Don't Need A Cowboy.
- 8 comments
- 36 shares
Hollyoaks star Ali Bastian says she is feeling 'more like me after a very long time' following breast cancer battle as she glams up for Westlife concert
30/10/25 18:19
The former Hollyoaks star looked radiant as she dressed up for a night with old co-stars Jodi Albert and Carley Stenson to see the band's Royal Albert Hall performance in London.
- 7 comments
- 25 shares
Hollyoaks bombarded with Ofcom complaints after harrowing rape and murder scenes in darkest episode to date leave viewers up in arms
30/10/25 09:51
The soap featured rape and murder scenes last week, with a bloodbath that got off to a shocking start when serial killer Jez Blake was sucked into a plane propellor.
Where are the original cast of Hollyoaks now? A look at the stars' lives as the legendary Channel 4 soap celebrates milestone 30th anniversary
25/10/25 11:58
Hollyoaks is celebrating it's milestone 30th anniversary on air this week, after launching on screens for the very first time in 1995.
Hollyoaks airs darkest scenes EVER as characters raped, shot and sucked into plane propellers in stomach-churning soap bloodbath
23/10/25 15:14
Hollyoaks took the Halloween spirit to extremes by airing an episode akin to a slasher horror movie on Wednesday.
Fans call for Brookside to return to screens after nostalgic crossover with Hollyoaks for its 30th anniversary celebrations
22/10/25 20:02
On Wednesday, Hollyoaks aired a special crossover episode with iconic Brookside characters to celebrate its 30th anniversary.
Duncan James finds love with a male stripper two months after his split from boyfriend of six years
22/10/25 14:01
The Blue singer, 47, is said to be dating Alexander Roque, a performer with strip show Forbidden Nights and has previously appeared on Britain's Got Talent.
Jorgie Porter, 37, admits she's struggling to feel sexy again after having two children and previously bagging Sexiest Female award
22/10/25 10:48
Jorgie Porter has admitted she is struggling to feel sexy again as she returns to Hollyoaks after welcoming her second child.
Coronation Street recasts character for FIFTH time after actor quits in major headache for soap bosses - and you're bound to recognise his replacement
22/10/25 09:13
The new actor makes their Weatherfield debut in the role this week - but previously graced the soap as a different character.
- 35 comments
- shares
Jennifer Metcalfe is reunited with her McQueen screen family as she joins glamorous Gemma Merna, Jorgie Porter and Chelsee Healey at the Hollyoaks milestone 30th anniversary celebration
21/10/25 10:59
The actress has become a household name since making her screen debut as straight talking Mercedes McQueen on the long-running show in 2006.
MAFS star Marilyse Corrigan is rushed to hospital for emergency surgery - as she is left on morphine and unable to walk following misdiagnosis
21/10/25 10:57
Married At First Sight UK star Marilyse Corrigan, 41, has been rushed to hospital with a burst appendix, leaving her in need of emergency surgery.
- 5 comments
- shares
Hollyoaks star Nick Pickard, 50, looks like he's barely aged a day after three decades of drama on Channel 4 soap as he attends milestone 30th anniversary celebration
21/10/25 09:10
The teen soap has somehow survived three decades of infidelities, far right radicalisations, predatory serial killers, baby swaps and gay conversion therapy since launching on in 1995.
As Footballers' Wives is set to reboot, a look at where the original stars of TV's most absurd show are now... with soap roles aplenty, Strictly, CBB, Love Island romances and voiceovers
20/10/25 23:59
Footballers' Wives is reportedly set to return for a reboot, 20 years after the original series of the beloved 00s show hit screens.
Hollyoaks' Stephanie Waring reveals playing Cindy Cunningham while battling mental health issues 'saved her life' as she admits 'I was so unwell'
17/10/25 15:42
The English actress, 47, who starred in the Channel 4 soap from 1996 to 2024, emotionally discussed what was like playing the iconic role for almost three decades on Scott McGlynn's podcast.
Soap star leaves fans open-mouthed as he reveals he's working as a builder - despite bagging roles on huge BBC and Channel 4 shows
15/10/25 08:01
The actor took to his social media with a video of him getting his hands dirty on a building site, revealing he'd been helping 'renovate a driveway'.
Byker Grove star looks unrecognisable as he reunites with his co-star nearly 20 years after starring in the children's show - can you guess who he is?
12/10/25 17:39
He was part of a huge children's TV show back in the noughties, where he graced the screen for four years.
Ex-Hollyoaks star Sarah Jayne Dunn outraged after venue 'bans' women's empowerment group over her 'borderline pornographic' pole fitness routine
09/10/25 18:26
Organisers of the event led by ex-soap star Sarah Jayne Dunne said staff at Alderley Park - a business and events venue in Cheshire - had objected to part of the private presentation.
- 20 comments
- 1 share
Coronation Street fans gasp 'I knew it was her!' as they spot character of 11 years in rival soap - when she hasn't even quit Weatherfield role
08/10/25 10:17
A Coronation Street star recently surprised fans by making an unexpected appearance in Hollyoaks. Dr Susan Gaddas has been a familiar face on the cobbles now for over a decade.
- 9 comments
- 25 shares
Beloved Hollyoaks actor announces exit after the 'best years of his life' in emotional goodbye post - as co-stars react to losing iconic character after a decade of drama
07/10/25 15:57
Taking to Instagram on Monday, the actor said goodbye to Hollyoaks, praising his almost decade-long stint on the show as 'the best years of my life.'
- 2 comments
- 1 share
Paul Danan's will is revealed after star died aged 46 - and the amount he left to son, 10, he called 'my life, my world, my everything'
03/10/25 14:30
The Hollyoaks actor (pictured) was found dead on a sofa with the TV on at his home in the Brislington area of Bristol, on January 15.
Hollyoaks star Nikki Sanderson seen for the first time since horrific treadmill accident that left her hospitalised as she enjoys night out at the theatre
02/10/25 00:39
Nikki Sanderson was spotted for the first time on Wednesday evening following her horrific treadmill accident that landed her in hospital just last week.
Gary Lucy is 'desperate to see his daughter Bonnie' who he shares with ex Laura Anderson - amid claims she has bonded with his ex-wife Natasha over their 'shared trauma'
28/09/25 15:45
It was recently revealed that Laura, 36, and Gary's ex wife Natasha have bonded over their 'shared trauma' over dating the former Hollyoaks star.
Hollyoaks star Nikki Sanderson is rushed to hospital after treadmill accident rips 'several layers of skin' from her body
26/09/25 11:52
Nikki Sanderson was rushed to the hospital after a horror treadmill accident ripped 'several layers of skin' from her body and left her with a 'glued chin'.
Inside Soap Awards 2025 shortlist is REVEALED: EastEnders icons Steve McFadden and Lacey Turner dominate acting nods as a beloved category makes a surprise return
22/09/25 23:04
EastEnders actress Lacey, 37, who is set to leave the BBC soap soon, will battle it all out against Corrie's Vicky Myers, Emmerdale's Beth Cordingly and Hollyoaks' Isabelle Smith.
Sarah Jayne-Dunn shares gruelling tattoo removal pictures and describes it as 'the most painful thing I've ever done' before revealing brand new design
22/09/25 14:36
Sarah Jayne-Dunn has revealed she's had her first tattoo removed and confessed it was 'hands down the most painful thing I've ever done'.
Gary Lucy's ex-wife Natasha bonds with Laura Anderson over their 'shared trauma' as they brand the soap heartthrob 'worse than any TV baddie'
21/09/25 19:06
Gary Lucy's ex-wife Natasha has reportedly bonded with Laura Anderson over their 'shared trauma' amid the reality star's vicious feud with the actor.
James Sutton 'quits Hollyoaks after 20 years as John Paul McQueen' - as he prepares 'to leave acting for surprise career'
16/09/25 00:50
Back in January, the actor revealed he had signed a new contract to stay on the Channel 4 soap until 2026 - despite a number of cast changes amid its move to digital.
Gary Lucy furiously labels ex Laura Anderson a 'narcissist' who only wants 'to stay relevant' in battle over their daughter - after her swipe at fathers who 'hide their income'
15/09/25 15:29
The Hollyoaks star, 43, shares the tot with the former Love Island star, 36, whom he split from during her pregnancy.
- 100 comments
- shares
Legendary 90s Hollyoaks stars pictured on set as they reprise their roles for reunion scenes with co-stars ahead of Channel 4 soap's 30th anniversary
13/09/25 11:18
New snaps show stars as they filmed scenes for the Channel 4 show on location in Liverpool on Friday.
- 62 comments
- 13 shares
Stephanie Davis reveals she 'cried every night for seven weeks' after traumatic split from ex-boyfriend just four months after their baby was born
12/09/25 23:39
The Hollyoaks star, 31, welcomed a baby boy Samuel in January and confirmed she had separated from her partner Joseph McKalroy shortly afterwards.
Hollyoaks star Jonny Clarke welcomes his first child as the former soap actor's wife gives birth to a baby boy
12/09/25 20:53
The former actor, 31, best known for his role as Bart McQueen on the Channel 4 soap opera, has kept quiet about the pregnancy over the last 10 months.
- 7 comments
- shares
Laura Anderson shows off her toned figure in a strapless bikini as she takes a dip in her £14k hot tub alongside footballer boyfriend Clark Robertson
12/09/25 19:52
The reality star, 36, showed off her jaw-dropping figure as she posed beside her footballer boyfriend Clark Robertson as they flaunted their expensive new purchase.
Rita Simons confirms she's quit Hollyoaks and teases explosive final scenes in emotional post
11/09/25 12:57
The actress, who joined the cast in 2024, confirmed she will be saying her goodbyes to the series, and has already filmed her exit scenes that will air this year.
Loose Women star Sherrie Hewson blasts 'cruel ITV cuts' and insists some viewers are losing a lifeline
07/09/25 20:45
Former Loose Women star, Sherrie Hewson has hit out at ITV bosses for axing weeks of the popular daytime show, branding the decision 'cruel.'
Two Brookside legends to reprise their roles for epic Hollyoaks crossover episode as Channel 4 soap celebrates 30 years on screens
02/09/25 10:27
The Channel 4 soap - which came to an end in 2003 after 21 years on screen - is returning for a special crossover episode to mark the 30th anniversary of Hollyoaks in October.
911 star Lee Brennan has surprised fans by announcing a major career move - and it's quite different to his 90s pop career
30/08/25 10:51
Lee, 51, posted a selfie on Instagram and proudly clutched his certificate as he showed off his achievement.
- 19 comments
- shares

Page

Follow DailyMail
Subscribe Daily Mail
Follow @dailymail
Follow DailyMail
Follow MailOnline
Follow Daily Mail

DON'T MISS

Advertisement

Advertisement