Poll: Who is Whitney's mystery male follower?

Last week I asked you whether Molly (Vicky Binns) and Kevin's (Michael Le Vell) affair in Coronation Street was priceless sick bucket material.

A whopping 61.5% of those who voted believe Molvin's clandestine affair to be just plain wrong, while 27.5% can't wait to see where the storyline's headed.

Meanwhile, the remaining 11% aren't sure either way at the moment.

As I've mentioned before, I think the potential repercussions of the plot will be fantastic viewing and I can't wait for the scenes when my new Street favourite Sally finds out. It's quite a way off, though.

Add to the mix Kev's dad Bill (Peter Armitage) and Molly's auntie Pam's (Kate Anthony) probable relationship, too, and there's surely some potentially great television, no?

It's a long-burner, though - some 15-18 months apparently. Who think the climax to the story will tie in with Coronation Street's 50th anniversary?

Let me know your views using the usual form below.

Now on to this week's poll. I've had a hoard of emails over the past few months asking about the mystery man following Whitney (Shona McGarty) in EastEnders.

If you don't know who on Earth I'm talking about, here's a quick reminder:



Little is known about him, other than his name is Ryan and he's played by a relatively unknown actor called Neil McDermott.

He's appeared infrequently in Walford over the last few months, shadowing Whitney and talking to her about nothing in particular. It's a bizarre setup, but it's been done for a reason. Personally, I enjoy it when the storyliners throw in someone or something that you want to know more about. It's frustrating how long you usually have to wait to find out though!

However, the wait over Ryan's identity is nearly over as his true reasons for wandering around Walford with Whitney will be revealed at the end of the month.

Earlier this year, EastEnders executive producer Diederick Santer told me: "All I'll say at this point is that he seems to want to talk to Whitney..."

But why?

There are many suggestions flying around the t'interweb as to Ryan's purpose in the show, but what do you think?

Cast your vote using the poll panel below.

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Loui Batley with Virgin1 presenter Red

For those who haven't seen the news yet, Hollyoaks actress Loui Batley is quitting her role as Sarah Barnes after four years.

Click here to read the full story.

To prove that she was actually at the party, here's a photo of her with Virgin1's new cheeky puppet presenter Red!

Let me know your views on Loui and/or Sarah's departure using the usual form below!

Location Pics: Molly and Kev's half-marathon

Coronation Street actors Michael Le Vell and Vicky Binns were out on location yesterday filming their Weatherfield half-marathon scenes.

For those who haven't been watching, Kev's (Le Vell) been training with a Lycra-clad Molly (Binns) for various fun runs in the build up to the local half-marathon. Spending time with Molly, however, has made Kev realise that he has deep feelings for his best mate's wife.

They shared a passionate kiss in the park during Monday's episode, while there's a romp scene on the horizon, too.

Until then, here are a few snaps from yesterday's filming.

Don't forget to let me know your views on the storyline using the usual form below!








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Walford's Patsy Palmer fronts recycling campaign

EastEnders actress Patsy Palmer was out in London doing her bit for charity earlier this week as she launched new mobile phone recycling initiative Simply Drop.

The 37-year-old, who plays Albert Square's fiery redhead Bianca Jackson, is fronting the Royal Mail initiative which allows members of the public to recycle their unwanted electronic gadgets in exchange for cash or a charity donation.

There are an estimated 90 million unused phones lying around UK homes and quite shockingly, if they're sent to landfill, it takes 1,000 years for them to decompose!

Speaking of the scheme, Patsy - who recycled five of her own phones - said: "I have lots of old mobile phones at home that are sitting doing nothing. It makes so much sense to put them to good use and do your bit for charity at the same time."

To learn more, visit the official site.