News about Shona McGarty
Who is Olympian Tom Dean? Meet the gold medal-winning swimmer who is the 'latest star to sign up to Strictly Come Dancing'
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August 1, 2024
Swimmer Tom Dean took the spotlight alongside his teammates at the Olympics after winning gold in the Men's Freestyle Relay on Wednesday. And the athlete, 24, already his eyes on the next challenge as he has reportedly signed up to Strictly Come Dancing. Tom, who is also known by fans as 'Deano', will swap the swimming for sequins to take part in the 20th anniversary show after his Paris triumph.
Olympic swimmer Tom Dean 'signs up for Strictly Come Dancing' after winning gold in Paris amid the show's spiralling scandal
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July 31, 2024
Olympic swimmer Tom Dean has reportedly become the latest star to sign up for the new series of Strictly Come Dancing. The 24 -year-old was part of the British relay team who won the gold in the 4x200 men's freestyle at the Olympics in Paris on Tuesday. According to The Sun, the swimmer will be heading straight into rehearsals for the BBC show as soon as he is back in London.
Strictly 'signs up Giovanni Pernice's ex and Love Island star Tasha Ghouri for new series' after he quit the scandal-plagued show amid misconduct probe
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July 30, 2024
Strictly Come Dancing has reportedly signed up Giovanni Pernice's ex Tasha Ghouri for the scandal-plagued show's new series. The Love Island star, 25, who found fame on the ITV2 series in 2022, enjoyed a number secret dates with Italian pro, 33, just months before entering the villa. Tasha is also a trained dancer and disability campaigner after being born deaf and fitted with cochlear implants aged five, with bosses said to believe she'd be a 'top draw' for viewers.
EastEnders' Shona McGarty is engaged! Star is set to tie the knot with Irish musician David Bracken after he proposed in a London park - and was nearly stopped by police
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July 13, 2024
Shona McGarty has announced her engagement to partner David Bracken after he got down on one knee in London's Holland Park. The EastEnders actress, who portrayed legend Whitney Dean on the soap for over 16 year, admitted she 'had no idea' David, who plays in an Irish band named Blessed, was going to pop the question. The couple, who met last year, enjoyed a romantic picnic date which was almost ruined when the police showed up.
EastEnders fans beg for iconic character Whitney Dean to return just hours after she makes an emotional farewell to Albert Square as 'sobbing' viewers dub it an 'end of an era'
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May 24, 2024
As the new mother, played by Shona McGarty, sobbed during her final scenes, fans were left 'crying' as they struggled to watch the actress leave the square for good.
Soapwatch with JACI STEPHEN: Wedding bombshell
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May 17, 2024
On EastEnders, it's Whitney (centre) and Zack's big day, but will the wedding go ahead when Britney reveals that Lauren (left) slept with the husband-to-be? Meanwhile, Coronation Street's Abi sees red when she finds that Corey, her son's killer, is painted as a hero in a documentary. And, on Emmerdale, Ethan is left bloodied and bruised in the middle of the road following a hit and run.
EastEnders star Shona McGarty is in 'talks to star on Strictly Come Dancing after admitting she previously turned it down due to dealing with anxiety'
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May 17, 2024
EastEnders star Shona McGarty is reportedly in talks to star on the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing when it airs in the autumn. The actress, 32, who quit the BBC soap after starring at Whitney Dean for 15 years, and is looking for new opportunities as she won't 'have to juggle the soap' as well. Shona was previously approached for the show in 2021 but reportedly turned down the offer due to dealing with anxiety issues.
EastEnders SPOILER: Walford resident don fancy dress for Whitney and Zack's 'sten-do' before chaos erupts following secret affair revelation
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May 4, 2024
The residents of Walford are donning their best fancy dress in upcoming scenes to celebrate Zack Hudson and Whitney Dean's joint 'sten-do'. However chaos will soon descend on the couple's party after Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer) discovered the groom-to-be (James Farrar) was cheating on her step-daughter (Shona McGarty) with best friend Lauren Branning (Jacqueline Jossa). In the first look snaps while the majority of the square enjoy the bash, Bianca and Zack can be seen sat together with the mother-of-four torn about wether to reveal the truth to Whitney.
EastEnders star Shona McGarty reveals the real reason she quit the BBC soap after 16 years
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April 28, 2024
Shona McGarty has said she 'feels like she is leaving home' as she opened up about the real reason she is quitting EastEnders on Sunday. The actress, 32, has portrayed the iconic Whitney Dean for the last 16 years in the hit BBC soap and her final scenes are set to air next month. Shona has now revealed that it was a 'really difficult' decision to leave the soap but has decided she was to explore 'other opportunities' before she is 'old'.
EastEnders Sonia Jackson's baby father 'revealed' - and it may not be who fans think
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April 26, 2024
Long-running EastEnders character Sonia Fowler's baby father may not be who we think it is, super fans have claimed. Sonia (Natalie Cassidy) has been in a relationship with teacher Reiss Colwell (Jonny Freeman) since 2023. The couple began to try for children but faced numerous obstacles - namely Reiss' low sperm count. They eventually decided to embark on an IVF journey but that, too, has been plagued with difficulty as Sonia was diagnosed with a thin womb lining. However, in Monday's episode, Sonia shared some unexpected and miraculous news with Reiss: she is pregnant!
EastEnders legend set to make a dramatic return to the BBC soap NEXT WEEK
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April 23, 2024
Her character first hit screens in 1993 before Patsy quit in 1999 to spend more time with her family. She returned to screens in 2002 for a special and made further returns in 2009 and 2019, before her upcoming comeback.
Shona McGarty of EastEnders is greeted by throngs of fans after shooting her last scenes as Whitney Dean
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April 5, 2024
After shooting her last scenes as Whitney Dean, actress Shona McGarty was welcomed by crowds of followers outside Elstree Studios on Thursday. The actress, 31, who appeared on the soap at the age of 16 in 2008, has announced that she would be rehearsing in July after playing the long-running character for 16 years. Shona stopped at the gate to pose for pictures with fans who had arrived outside, flashing a smile as she returned home from work.
Soap watch with JACI STEPHEN: Marry me Mandy!
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March 22, 2024
Musical Chase is a common game in the village, as nearly every man eventually lands up in her bed. Despite being together a few weeks ago, it appears that she has well and truly lost Paddy for good. Paddy is encouraged by Liam's words to Paddy not to give up Mandy without a fight and Tom's instructions to sweep her off her feet (good luck with that). Hmmm. Relationship advice from Psycho Tom?
Shona McGarty of EastEnders fuels rumors of a mystery marriage with partner David Bracken as she flashes her ring in Valentine's post
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February 15, 2024
The EastEnders actress fuelled engagement rumors once more as she took to Instagram with a love-up post on Valentine's Day on Wednesday. Last September, the actress confirmed that she was working with Irishman David Bracken, and that their relationship is progressing quickly. The pair shared a smooch across the table and even posted a smooch on social media as they enjoyed a romantic meal out and also posted a smooch on the table.
As she announces her latest hair makeover, EastEnders actress Shona McGarty appears a world away from Albert Square's Whitney: "Maybe blondes have more fun."
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January 31, 2024
In a video posted on her Instagram on Wednesday, EastEnders actress Shona McGarty looked nothing like her character Whitney. As she sported a striking blonde style, the Albert Square actress, 32, announced a hair change. Fans were shocked to learn she had dyed her hair, while others were certain it was a wig. Posting a clip debuting her blonde locks on social media, Shona said: 'Maybe blondes do have more fun?' "A blonde walks into a bar," she wrote in the caption. "A blonde steps into a bar." The very talented @charlicaisleymakeup has made up and hair.'
EastEnders' Patsy Palmer, 51, is seen on-set for FIRST TIME ahead of Bianca Jackson comeback following five years off screens (and 31 YEARS after her soap debut!)
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January 26, 2024
Patsy Palmer of EastEnders was seen on camera for the first time before her brief return to screens as Bianca Jackson in the BBC soap. In a move that would no doubt delight long-time viewers of the series, the television queen, 51, was seen filming with her on-screen daughter Shona McGarty, James Farrar, and Natalie Cassidy alongside a police car. Bianca's character appeared on televisions in 1993 before Patsy resigned in 1999 to spend more time with her family. She returned to screens in 2002 for a special and made further appearances in 2009 and 2019, ahead of her comeback.
As she films dramatic final scenes after quitting the BBC soap, actress Shona McGarty reveals her character Whitney Dean's huge baby bump
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January 24, 2024
As actress Shona McGarty filmed her final scenes on the BBC soap, Whitney Dean was seen wearing a baby bump. Shona, 31, declared last year that she would leave the soap after playing Whitney for 15 years after debuting at the age of 16 in 2008. With a shocking pregnancy tale, the actress is supposed to give her character a dramatic send off.
Since announcing she was returning to Albert Square, an EastEnders legend reunites with the soap's cast to film her return scenes
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January 19, 2024
Patsy Palmer of EastEnders has reunited with the cast of the soap after announcing that she would be returning for a'short stint.' On Thursday, James Ferrar, 36, posted a video of himself, Patsy, and her on-screen daughter Shona McGarty joking Whitney Houston's "It's Not Right But It's OK," with Patsy, 51, sporting Bianca Jackson's signature big gold hoops.
Jaci Stephen's Soapwatch: Look who's back!
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December 29, 2023
It's the return of Bethany, who wastes no time getting her feet under Daniel's duvet once more on Coronation Street. Whitney, on EastEnders, tells Zack that she is expecting another baby. Belle is shocked when she learns that fiancé Tom has already revealed their engagement online on Emmerdale.
EastEnders' Shona McGarty spotted arguing with a fellow shopper and security staff in Tesco 'over the way she parked her car'
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October 25, 2023
In Tesco's parking garage on Wednesday, the EastEnders actress (left, right, and inset), 32, was seen arguing with a fellow shopper. Shona McGarty seemed to be arguing over how the actress had parked her car and was contacted by security after a woman called on them. Onlookers followed the action, and the soap star seemed to be downcast and dissatisfied during the debate.
When recording, actress Shona McGarty of EastEnders wears a strange fur coat
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October 19, 2023
On Wednesday, Shona McGarty put on a bizarre appearance when she was seen filming some upcoming scenes for EastEnders. Whitney Dean, the actress, 32, appeared in the BBC soap, wore a massive fur coat with a gold sequinned dress. And as if her clothing wasn't eye-catching enough, a female character was seen 'taking a call' on a banana while going for a walk.
The seventh Dancing On Ice contestant is confirmed: Gogglebox legend John Leopolski has been confirmed, and Gogglebox has revealed that he has attended the show, following the unveiling of a Made in Chelsea celebrity
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October 3, 2023
Stephen Lustig-Webb, the Gogglebox's seventh celebrity to appear in Dancing On Ice's forthcoming series, has been revealed. During an appearance on Tuesday's episode of Lorraine, the television star revealed he was participating. It comes after Stephen revealed last month that after ten years on the Channel 4 show, he was going back to Gogglebox.
Coronation Street's most popular celebrity has landed as the newest celebrity to appear in the forthcoming series Dancing On Ice'
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October 1, 2023
According to reports, a former Coronation Street favorite is the newest celebrity to sign up for Dancing On Ice's forthcoming series. It is predicted that their 'large personality' will be on 'cracking TV.'
The fourth Dancing On Ice actress has been confirmed: The popular Love Island actress has confirmed she has signed up for the show
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September 29, 2023
The fourth Dancing On Ice star has been confirmed on Lorraine on Friday morning