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29.07.2023 / 21:45

EastEnders' Whitney Dean actress Shona McGarty 'quits' soap after 15 years

EastEnders actress Shona McGarty has quit the BBC soap after 15 years of playing Whitney Dean, she has announced this evening. The 31 year old has revealed that while she has "loved her years on the show" she has decided that now is the time to leave, amid a huge cast shake-up. Speaking exclusively to The Sun on Sunday, Shona said: “I have decided to spread my wings and will be leaving EastEnders.

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26.06.2023 / 22:45

EastEnders' Karen star Lorraine Stanley looks nothing like character as she poses with onscreen sons

EastEnders actress Lorraine Stanley looked virtually unrecognisable from her alter ego as Karen Taylor on the soap, as she posed with her onscreen sons in a slew of new photographs to celebrate her birthday.The talented star, who turns 47 on Wednesday, was reunited with her on-screen sons as she celebrated an early birthday bash this weekend at her home, with a number of famous faces in attendance at the sun soaked party. Beaming from ear to ear, the star was clearly delighted to be celebrating with so many of her dear friends, with Keegan Baker actor Zack Morris and even Keanu star Danny Walters both on hand to help mark Lorraine’s special day.

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11.06.2023 / 12:13

EastEnders' Whitney actress Shona McGarty received 'death threat' from fan

EastEnders actress Shona McGarty has revealed that she received a terrifying ‘death threat’ in the post from a fan. Shona has played Whitney Dean in the BBC soap since 2008 and has a strong and loyal following of fans. Her character Whitney has been struggling with a heartbreaking miscarriage with on-screen boyfriend Zack Hudson, played by James Farrar, in recent months.The storyline isn’t the first heartbreaker for Whitney, throughout her time on the soap the character has been sexually abused by her paedophile step dad, had two failed marriages, and seen the rest of her family move away from the square.

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06.06.2023 / 19:31

EastEnders' Shona McGarty teases new romance and discusses co-star ex Max Bowden

EastEnders star Shona McGarty has teased the prospect of a new romance at this year’s British Soap Awards as she and her cast mates prepare to face off against some stiff competition from their fellow soap rivals. The popular star, who is best known for playing Whitney Dean on the BBC soap hinted that she was ready to look for love again, just eight months on since splitting from fellow EastEnders star Max Bowden. Speaking on the red carpet at this year’s awards, Shona told The Mirror that she is currently “talking” to a potential new flame, but admitted that it was still “early days.” While at the ceremony, Shona also admitted how nice it had been to catch up with her former flame Max and his mum after so much time apart.

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01.06.2023 / 20:43

EastEnders fans delighted as ‘silent’ stars Tracey and Winston both appear in rare scenes

EastEnders fans were treated to a rare sight indeed on Thursday’s edition of the BBC soap, when two long standing background characters were introduced to newcomer George Knight. Market trader Winston was the first star to appear, as viewers at home saw him greet newcomer George Knight, before explaining who he was to fellow resident Whitney Dean.

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07.03.2023 / 10:37

EastEnders spoilers see Stacey fear prison return after stealing money

EastEnders looks set for explosive scenes next week as Stacey Slater is left overwhelmed by guilt after stealing money from an office she was cleaning. Realising if caught she could go down and lose her kids,Stacey enlists Jean Slater's help to return the money. However, her plan to return the cash goes wrong and she finds herself questioned by the police.

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04.03.2023 / 12:05

EastEnders fans in tears as Whitney cradles baby in tragic early labour scenes

EastEnders viewers were left heartbroken during Friday's episode of the soap after Whitney Dean gave birth to her baby girl having undergone a termination to bring on early labour. In recent weeks, Whitney, played by Shona McGarty and Zack Hudson, played by James Farrar, discovered their unborn baby had been diagnosed with Edwards Syndrome, a condition that means most babies won't survive long after birth. After learning the devastating news, the pair had to decide whether or not to continue with the pregnancy.

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21.02.2023 / 22:55

EastEnders' Zack Hudson star James Farrar's life off-screen with rarely seen wife

He’s been on our screens for almost two years as one of Walford’s heartthrobs, but away from EastEnders, James Farrar lives a very wholesome life. The actor’s real life is world’s away from his character, jack-the-lad Zack Hudson, who’s had his fair share of turbulent relationships. His rocky romance with Nancy Carter ended in tears when it was revealed that he’d had an affair with Sam Mitchell.

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17.02.2023 / 16:27

EastEnders favourite Whitney Dean shows off new hair transformation and fans are obsessed

We’re used to seeing EastEnders’ favourite Whitney Dean with her trademark long, straight dark hair – but a huge change in style for the actress has taken soap fans by storm. Whitney, played by Shona McGarty, 31, has made a subtle change to her appearance, changing her hair colour and embracing her curls in a new shorter do. She posted several photos and a video on her Instagram, showing off her new style, and the new hair has since made an appearance on the BBC soap - leaving fans obsessed.

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17.02.2023 / 02:51

EastEnders star Neil McDermott teases return as Ryan Malloy leaves after bombshell

EastEnders star Neil McDermott has teased his return to Walford after his explosive exit in Thursday night’s episode. Neil first joined EastEnders as the brother of Shona McGarty’s Whitney Dean back in 2009, and despite his exit two years later in 2011, he returned to the square in 2014, 2016 and again earlier this week. Ryan returned to the show earlier this week after discovering that the daughter he shares with Lacey Turner’s Stacey Slater, Lily, was pregnant.

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16.02.2023 / 00:15

EastEnders fans 'work out' Lily baby twist as Ryan plans to take her from Walford

EastEnders fans think they have figured out a new Lily Slater baby twist on the BBC One soap after it was revealed that Ryan Malloy wants to take his pregnant daughter back to Wakefield. Viewers will recall that Whitney Dean called her brother earlier this week to tell him about his estranged 12-year-old daughter Lily's baby news.

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14.02.2023 / 23:33

EastEnders airs Ryan Malloy twist as he returns to Albert Square after six years

EastEnders aired a shocking Ryan Malloy twist on Tuesday night's episode as he returned to Albert Square after six years amid Lily Slater's pregnancy storyline. Viewers will recall that Whitney Dean called her brother earlier this week to tell him about his estranged 12-year-old daughter Lily's baby news. And during Tuesday's episode, a stunned Ryan made his long awaited return to Albert Square as he met with both Stacey Slater and Lily.

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15.08.2022 / 00:55

EastEnders' Shona McGarty and Max Bowden fuel romance rumours with festival snaps

EastEnders co-stars Shona McGarty and Max Bowden have been at the centre of plenty of romance rumours recently. Shona, 30, who plays Whitney Dean in the soap and 27 year old Max, who plays Ben Mitchell, were reportedly “inseparable” earlier this year and since then there’s been reports the pair are “smitten”. Over the weekend the duo fuelled romance rumours further when they joined pals to attend House & Classics Festival in Hertfordshire, with actress Shona sharing a series of photos and videos from the day.The pictures included the pair posing for a photo, with Max hooking his arm around Shona's shoulders as he held a cigarette while she cheekily stuck her tongue out.

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03.04.2022 / 22:43

Michaela Strachan, 55, wows All Star Musicals fans with 'incredible' tap dancing skills

Springwatch star Michaela Strachan left All Star Musicals fans amazed on Sunday's episode as she impressed with her "incredible" tap dancing skills.The Countryfile star, 55, performed a dazzling routine from 42nd Street where she showed off both her singing and dance moves with an entire stage entourage. Speaking prior to the routine, Michaela admitted that the last time she had tap danced was 37 years ago and she soon left viewers, as well as the judges Elaine Paige, Samantha Barks and Trevor Dion Nicholas, amazed.Taking to Twitter, one person said: "Michaela.

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03.04.2022 / 21:37

EastEnders' Whitney Dean star Shona McGarty unveils new blonde hair transformation

EastEnders star Shona McGarty looked worlds away from her character Whitney Dean on Sunday as she unveiled a new blonde hair transformation.The actress, 30, took to Instagram to show off her Britney Spears inspired makeover where she wore a costume from the pop star's hit music video Toxic. Posting a collection of selfies, the actress donned blonde hair with long extensions, piercing blue eye shadow and a cabin crew costume complete with matching hat.

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01.03.2022 / 11:31

EastEnders spoilers: Gray Atkins exposed in terrifying final showdown with Whitney Dean

THE jig is almost up for serial killer Gray Atkins and Whitney Dean's plan finally bears fruit. Coming up next week, both characters face one another one last time in EastEnders before the lawyer is exposed.

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17.12.2021 / 21:47

First look at EastEnders' Christmas day as Whitney plans to expose killer Gray

Christmas in Albert Square is never smooth sailing, and this year is unlikely to be any different after the explosive new teaser for the EastEnders Christmas day special hinted at what's to come.The trailer reveals Whitney Dean (Shona McGarty) threatening to expose Gray Atkins (Toby Alexander-Smith) as a murderer ahead of his wedding to Chelsea Fox (Zaraah Abrahams).Talking to Kheerat Panesar (Jaz Deol) about the revelation, Whitney insists that she’s even willing to ruin the big day if it means saving Chelsea from marrying a dangerous killer. “I have to do something to stop this wedding.

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07.12.2021 / 15:04