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From Dress Sizes to Drama: EastEnders Cast Secrets Unveiled!

40th Anniversary - Acting - BBC - Character Development - EastEnders - Jacqueline Jossa - James Bye - Lacey Turner - Rakhee Thakrar - Soap Opera - Weight Loss

Jacqueline Jossa's stunning transformation, James Bye's potential exit, and juicy gossip with Rakhee Thakrar - the EastEnders tea is hot!

If you thought EastEnders was just about gripping storylines and dramatic plot twists, think again! The talented Jacqueline Jossa, known for her role as Lauren Branning, has made headlines for dropping two dress sizes. Jossa embraced a journey of weight loss and self-acceptance, sharing how she balanced her on-screen duties while making time for her health off-screen. With her candour, she inspires fans that looking and feeling your best is just a change away.

Meanwhile, the EastEnders gossip mill is rife with speculation that James Bye, a fan-favourite, might be waving goodbye to the show. As fans gather clues ahead of the milestone 40th anniversary episode, anticipation grows. Could this be the end of an era for Bye's character? As the suspense builds, viewers are left to ponder: what could possibly happen to their beloved characters in these dramatic weeks ahead?

Adding more spice to the mix, Lacey Turner, aka Stacey Slater, reunites with past co-stars Davood Ghadami and Rakhee Thakrar. On Lacey’s podcast, the trio shares amusing behind-the-scenes stories and candid discussions about the show's intricacies, with Rakhee reflecting on the surprising hate she received for her character Shabnam Masood. It turns out that even soap stars share a deep emotional connection with their roles, making their experiences relatable to all.

As the 40th anniversary looms, fans are buzzing with theories and predictions about deadly plotlines. They've even deciphered clues that hint towards some of their favourite characters facing danger. With tension rising on-screen and off, EastEnders continues to captivate audiences and keep them guessing.

Fun fact: Jacqueline Jossa once mentioned that confidence comes from the inside, and her transformation isn't just physical but mental as well! And did you know that on the first day of filming, James Bye accidentally walked onto the wrong set and nearly ruined an important scene? Talk about dramatic entrances!

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EastEnders' Jacqueline Jossa drops two dress sizes thanks to one ... (Gloucestershire Live)

The face behind Lauren Branning on the BBC soap explains her weight loss journey and how she juggled that with her busy life on and off screen.

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EastEnders star 'gives away' he'll be leaving BBC show (Gazette)

EastEnders fans believe James Bye will be leaving the popular London-set BBC soap opera soon around the 40th-anniversary episode.

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EastEnders' Lacey Turner reunites with Davood Ghadami and ... (Radio Times)

Lacey Turner's Stacey Slater has been part of a fair share of explosive storylines on EastEnders, from who killed Archie Mitchell to the love triangle between ...

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EastEnders star Rakhee Thakrar on hatred for character (The Northern Echo)

Former EastEnders stars Rakhee Thakrar and Davood Ghadami appeared on Lacey Turner's podcast to discuss the soap, storylines, acting and more.

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EastEnders legend dropped two dress sizes after making one ... (Plymouth Live)

EastEnders star Jacqueline Jossa, who plays Lauren Blanning, has spoken out about her body image in the past, but now she has shared the one change she made ...

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EastEnders star lands new role in rival BBC series – eight years ... (The Sun)

EASTENDERS legend Laurie Brett is making her return to the BBC next week in a brand-new role, eight years after exiting the soap.The actress, best kno.

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EastEnders fans uncover massive clues that 'confirm' TV legend will ... (Metro)

BBC EastEnders spoilers as fans work out who is in danger of dying during the milestone 40th anniversary week after huge clues.

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EastEnders favourite thought she'd failed when everyone 'hated her' (Metro)

Former EastEnders star Rakhee Thakrar has revealed she broke down in tears over the initial reception to her character Shabnam Masood, fearing she had ...

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EastEnders star 'gives away' he'll be leaving BBC show (The Argus)

EastEnders fans believe James Bye will be leaving the popular London-set BBC soap opera soon around the 40th-anniversary episode.

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EastEnders star Rakhee Thakrar on hatred for character (The Bolton News)

Former EastEnders stars Rakhee Thakrar and Davood Ghadami appeared on Lacey Turner's podcast to discuss the soap, storylines, acting and more.

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EastEnders' Diane Parish admits 'it was awful' as she details ... (Plymouth Live)

EastEnders' actress Diane Parish, who plays Denise Fox on the BBC soap, has opened up about her 'excruciating' role on the show before she became a fan ...

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EastEnders' Diane Parish admits first role on the BBC soap was ... (Manchester Evening News)

Diane Parish has played Denise Fox on EastEnders since 2006, but she actually made her debut in Albert Square as singer Lola Christie in 1998 before landing ...

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EastEnders stars celebrate 40 years of iconic soap in exclusive ... (Radio Times)

Take an exclusive look at the Radio Times EastEnders cover to celebrate the show's 40th anniversary.

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EastEnders trailer confirms huge 40th anniversary fire (Back to the Bay)

EastEnders has released a new trailer previewing its huge 40th anniversary episodes, featuring a huge disaster at The Vic.

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EastEnders bosses make a HUGE announcement to celebrate ... (Daily Mail)

Starting from Monday, every episode of the iconic soap opera will not only air on BBC One but will also be dropped simultaneously on BBC iPlayer. To celebrate ...

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EastEnders bosses issue huge announcement just days before 40th ... (Plymouth Live)

BBC soap EastEnders will be celebrating its 40th anniversary next week and as part of the special week of episodes, there will be a couple of changes to the ...

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When is EastEnders' live episode for the 40th anniversary? (Metro)

EastEnders turns 40 next week, and BBC soap bosses have a host of anniversary surprises planned – find out about the live episode and vote.

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Don't miss: EastEnders drops exciting teaser for milestone 40th ... (digitalspy.com)

EastEnders has unveiled an exciting teaser for the upcoming 40th anniversary celebration, with several storylines teased in the clip.

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EastEnders bosses share huge announcement with fans days ... (Manchester Evening News)

EastEnders' 40th anniversary celebrations will take place all next week and viewers will have to wait until the evening to watch each instalment of the BBC ...

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EastEnders anniversary spoilers: Day-by-day guide as the Queen ... (Radio Times)

All you need to know about EastEnders' 40th anniversary as the BBC soap marks the occasion in explosive fashion.

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EastEnders' Jessie Wallace: 'Huge film actors don't realise how hard ... (Radio Times)

EastEnders' Jessie Wallace speaks to Radio Times magazine about the soap's upcoming 40th anniversary and her work over the years.

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Don't miss: EastEnders drops exciting teaser for milestone 40th ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

EastEnders has unveiled an exciting teaser for the upcoming 40th anniversary celebration, with several storylines teased in the clip.

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EastEnders' Ross Kemp: 'Grant is secretly in love with Sharon' (Radio Times)

Long-time EastEnders fans all remember where they were when Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean) and Phil Mitchell's (Steve McFadden) affair was revealed in a ...

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EastEnders' Gillian Taylforth reflects on Kathy's most 'gruelling' and ... (Radio Times)

EastEnders star Gillian Taylforth spoke with Radio Times magazine about her role Kathy, to mark the soap's 40th anniversary.

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Michelle Collins: Soaps like EastEnders show women's voices ... (AOL UK)

EastEnders actress Michelle Collins has reflected on the soap's 40th anniversary and said the BBC programme shows women have got voices and stories that ...

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EastEnders' Kellie Bright threw her scripts in the bin after first ... (Radio Times)

EastEnders' Kellie Bright speaks with Radio Times magazine ahead of the 40th anniversary celebrations for the BBC One soap.

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EastEnders' Letitia Dean on being "used to crying" and the thrill of ... (Radio Times)

Letitia Dean speaks to Radio Times magazine about EastEnders' 40th anniversary and her character Sharon Watts.

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EastEnders' Diane Parish reveals Denise's romantic fate in BBC ... (OK! Magazine)

EastEnders' Denise Fox is set to be at the centre of a ground-breaking storyline as viewers will take control of the hairdresser's fate during the BBC ...

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BBC EastEnders fans convinced double death is 'sealed' amid ... (Leicestershire Live)

Newly-released images depict the shocking aftermath of a colossal fire that has decimated the iconic Queen Vic. The explosion has hinted at potential tragedy ...

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EastEnders' Balvinder Sopal on keeping Suki true to her roots and ... (Radio Times)

Soap star Balvinder Sopal discusses her EastEnders character Suki in the most recent issue of Radio Times magazine.

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