I hope Doug isn't on tonight. He makes me want to smash my tv! :cloud:

God i hate Doug such a slimey tit

well let hope

Can you imagine the crazy babies Walker and Mercedes would have together lol

Omg what a cracking e4 ep tonights was :amazed:

Can't wait for the next instalment :love:

Omg what a cracking e4 ep tonights was :amazed:

Can't wait for the next instalment :love:

How hot is Brendan with his big gun? He just shoved it in his pants! :evilgrin:

He should be careful where he points his big gun :evilgrin:

Next week looks awsome! :amazed: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Wwk2...layer_embedded

Hollyoaks' series producer Emma Smithwick is leaving the soap after more than a year in charge, Digital Spy can exclusively reveal.

Smithwick has taken the decision to leave the show and will depart next Friday (October 5).


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A Lime Pictures spokesperson told Digital Spy today (September 29): "After 18 months on Hollyoaks, series producer Emma Smithwick will be stepping down. Executive producers Bryan Kirkwood and Tony Wood will continue to oversee the show.

"We thank Emma for all her hard work on Hollyoaks and wish her every continued success for the future."

Meanwhile, Smithwick commented: "It has been an extraordinary 18 months on Hollyoaks, and I have been very fortunate to work with some of the most dedicated teams in the business - from cast and crew to the writers and brilliant editorial team.

"I have also had the pleasure of working with the hugely talented and capable Bryan Kirkwood, so I know that I will be leaving the show in great hands. I am so excited for the future of the show and want to thank everybody at Lime for making my time on Hollyoaks very special."

Smithwick joined Hollyoaks as series editor in spring 2011, before later being promoted to the position of series producer.

George Smith's homelessness storyline, Lynsey Nolan's shock murder, the return of Silas Blissett, and Brendan Brady's explosive feud with Walker are among the high-profile storylines which have appeared on screen during her stint at the top. Smithwick was also an executive producer of the most recent Hollyoaks Later series.


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Smithwick is credited for working on growing and engaging with the show's younger audience with projects including E4 specials, the Wretch 32 stage invasion and the Savage Party event featuring Maverick Sabre.

Kirkwood, who previously produced Hollyoaks for three years until 2009, returned to Lime Pictures in April after stepping down as executive producer of EastEnders.


http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s1...ving-soap.html

Not sure how to fell about her leaving, she has done a okay job but she brought in quite a few terrible characters (most of the sixth formers), but did create some good storylines and some decent new additions to the cast (Kane Family and Phoebe)

Hollyoaks bosses have announced that former Coronation Street star Nikki Sanderson has joined the cast of the soap.

The actress has landed the part of Maxine Minniver, who is the sister of established character Mitzeee (Rachel Shenton).

Maxine is billed as a "confident, lively and flirtatious bombshell", who lives her life on the edge and can spot an opportunity a mile off.

The savvy newcomer is not afraid to take risks, and has been tipped to cause fireworks as she makes her mark on Mitzeee's turf in the village.

Sanderson commented: "Being a member of the Hollyoaks team has so far been an absolute pleasure, and I am excited about what the future holds for my character. I feel very lucky to be part of such a wonderful show and to be working with an amazing team."

The 28-year-old is best known for playing Candice Stowe on Coronation Street between 1999 and 2005. She also played Dawn Bellamy on Heartbeat.

Maxine's first Hollyoaks scenes will air on Tuesday, November 6 at 6.30pm on Channel 4.

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http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s1...es-sister.html

How tall is Rachel?? she looks to cute man

I am pleased with Nikki Sanderson joining the cast, although it is hilarious when characters never mention these long lost relations LOL.

As for Emma Smithwick leaving well there more positives than negatives during her era, although some things were constantly annoying e.g. continuity problems, or the teens always in your face but atm the show has listened to feedback and is giving the older characters more screentime and storylines:).

I wish her well for the future but it is good news with Bryan Kirkwood and Tony Wood overseeing the show as Executive Producers until they both hire someone to take over Emma's role.

Is Mercedes leaving then? I cant see how she can stay after all this

They will lock her up in a nut house now, but I think it has been interesting storyline and they can say she started losing her mind after Mal died and getting kidnapped by Silas. I am not surprised she has lost the plot with everything that has happened to her in the last two years. Hopefully she will get better and actually become a better person and the writers dont go back to making her the towns ***** as they always do.

Also I dont know if anyone else watches it but the actress who plays Maddies real life brother is in the usa show Revenge

I hope that Mercedes is not leaving, a temporary exit could be possible which would send the character to jail and have help with her mental problems from the Silas ordeal while Jennifer Metcalfe is off to do panto.

I will miss the character and Jen a lot if it is a shock permanent exit:(:bawling:.

If they keep Mercedes then I think with Bryan Kirkwood back they will change the character for the better, she was created by him and is one of the most interesting characters from his eta.

Darren and Nancy:(.

http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/soaps/s2...ks-crisis.html

I heard they was getting a divorce as well, not surprising I can see Darren blaming the premature baby on Nancy stressing over Mitzee

I hope Mercedes does not leave, I love her ruining Mitzeee who I find a boring character anyway, shame she cant kill her off

Hollyoaks actress Rachel Shenton has revealed she was relieved to escape the soap's jail set after shooting the scenes in which her character Mitzeee Miniver is behind bars.

The character found herself in prison after being wrongly accused of the stabbing of Mercedes McQueen - and after a brief escape is back in jail in this month's Hollyoaks Later episodes.

It was so nice to break out because every one of my scenes have been in there in solitary confinement on my own; it was really nice to work with different people.

"It was nice that she broke out in the late nights because it meant we were able to push the boundaries - I was able to swear and cry a bit more that I would have been able to in the 6.30pm slot."

Rachel added that while she was initially a fan of the jail set, the novelty soon wore off.

"At first I loved it, I'd just bring my book and chill out between scenes, it was great. But by the end of it I was like, 'Get me back in the green room'."

However she is still hopeful for a happy ending for Mitzeee after such a dramatic year.

"I'd just like her to meet someone quite nice," Rachel said. "Everyone she's been out with has s****ed her over. If she met someone nice it would be great. No one from the cast - they're all so damaged in the village!"

Just watched Friday night E4 episode and it was really good. Looking forward to tomorrow's installment.

Tomorrow will be amazing! Brendan and Walker showdown! :amazed::amazed:

Can't wait for e4 tonight still think they should have had a later series for the showdown though

I cant wait either

Really hope Walker kills Brendan