Innholdsfortegnelse for 19 Feb 18 i TV Soap

Brooke happily allows Ridge to slip the ring on her finger and they embrace Brooke and Ridge commiserate how her marriage to Bill is holding up their chance of domestic bliss. Ridge reports that he’s sending Carter over to Spencer Publications to present the divorce papers to Bill and hopefully he will sign them. Brooke (Katherine Kelly Lang) doesn’t have too much faith that her estranged husband will surrender that easily. Meanwhile, Thorne (Ingo Rademacher) has a secret meeting with Rick (Jacob Young) and asks his little brother to join him in the effort to unseat Ridge (Thorsten Kaye) and Steffy (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) as co-CEOs. Thorne points out that he and Rick are Eric’s sons, while Ridge and his daughter are Marones by blood. Rick agrees to Thorne’s plan…

The despicable Graham Bloodworth has slunk back into the Abbott family’s orbit with diabolical new plans for their Alzheimer’s-suffering mother Dina. In unleashing his latest efforts to de-stabilise the family, it appears Graham is zeroing in on a new target – Ashley. After making clear that he intended to exercise the medical Power of Attorney he held for Dina (Marla Adams), Graham (Max Shippee) forced the Abbotts to call in their lawyer Michael (Christian Le Blanc) when he tried to remove Dina from the mansion and into his custody. Ultimately trapped into conceding to Graham, Jack (Peter Bergman), Ashley (Eileen Davidson) and Traci (Beth Maitland) watched him take Dina away before manoeuvring to defeat Graham in court. Once it became clear that Graham planned to lock Dina away in a…

Is Eve falling under Brady’s irresistible spell and will his twisted mind trigger his murderous instincts? Since Nicole’s departure, Brady’s faith and trust in women has been irreparably shattered, not only pushing him over the edge into an alcoholism relapse but increasingly twisting his mind with more sinister thoughts of how to deal with them. His latest target is Eve Donovan, his great uncle Deimos’ widow, and he’s declared he’ll go to any lengths to destroy her and her claim on the Kiriakis fortune. Possibly against his better judgement, Victor (John Aniston) has consented to allow Brady (Eric Martsolf) to take charge of the plot to rid Eve (Kassie DePaiva) from their orbit, but that doesn’t mean Victor’s prepared to wait forever for results. Recently, Brady’s slow seduction of Eve…

Forget Summer Bay and Ramsay Street – some of the best drama to be found anywhere in the new 2018 TV season is in the kitchens and dining rooms of the new My Kitchen Rules. This TV favourite, now in its ninth season, has become legendary for the way a scandal can boil up out of a sauce and a feud can erupt over a fondue! The two ringmasters who oversee the action, chefs and judges Manu Feildel and Pete Evans, share their insights into what it takes to keep the new batch of aspiring home cooks in line, and the best way to cook up a storm! MANU FEILDEL What qualities should the aspiring home cooks possess if they want to go all the way in the competition? They…

There has never been a bad girl quite like Izzy Hoyland. Troubled and conflicted, as well as conniving and devious, Izzy was the kind of woman who kept everyone guessing what her next move would be throughout her years in Ramsay Street from 2003 – 2007. As Natalie Bassingthaighte gets set to reprise her role for Izzy’s return to Erinsborough, in the coming weeks, we cast an eye back over some of Izzy’s wildest moments on Neighbours. New girl in town At Lassiter’s, a taxi pulled up and a glamorous blonde woman stepped out – Izzy Hoyland had arrived and Erinsborough was never the same. Her stunning looks turned heads from the start, and she announced she was looking for her brother Max (Stephen Lovatt). When Max finally took her…

Cameron Diaz & Justin Timberlake In what seems like a lifetime ago now, the then couple got into a fracas with paparazzi in Los Angeles. After a night out at the salubrious Chateau Marmont hotel, the pair were accosted by photographers. Cameron ran at them, stole the camera and took off. Another pap tried to capture this moment, but was allegedly blocked by Justin. In a statement, Cameron and Justin said they were merely trying to defend themselves and felt “ambushed”. Cameron turned the camera over to police and no charges were made. Bjork The arty farty singer sure has a violent streak when it comes to the paps. She famously attacked a reporter merely for saying “Welcome to Bangkok”, when she arrived at the airport with her young son.…

It all started 40 years ago as a demonstration that turned into a riot, tore a city apart and changed the country forever. This year, the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras turns 40, and this milestone birthday will show that the civil rights demonstration has lost none of its lustre – or fabulousness. This is the time when the Harbour City puts on its best glad rags, throws on a pair of high heels, adds a layer of sparkle and dances its way across town for one of the biggest events of the year. The 2018 theme is “40 Years of Evolution”, which will be showcased in a season of events, shows and parties. And in the wake of the Marriage Equality law, the Mardi Gras will paint the…

It’s taken three agonising weeks for Max Branning to come to terms knowing his youngest daughter Abi will never recover from her fall from the roof of the Queen Vic pub on Christmas Day. After being declared brain-stem dead and giving birth to her premature baby girl via caesarean section, Abi is now dependent on life support but it’s a fact Max has avoided until now. Following some heartwarming words of comfort and persuasion from his stepmother Dot, Max now knows he must release Abi from the prison she’s been thrown into, a prison of his own making. If it hadn’t been for Max’s heinous and vengeful actions over the last several months, he wouldn’t have been on the roof contemplating suicide after he was exposed and Abi and her…

Emmy Rossum The actress adopted a stray cat that was found wandering the streets in Chicago. She named the black and white kitty Fiona G, after the character she plays in Shameless. Taylor Swift The singer/songwriter is a serial cat pic poster on Instagram. Her two felines were named after her favourite TV characters – one is called Detective Olivia Benson, the other Dr Meredith Grey. Along with travelling with Taylor first class around the world, the cats have monogrammed luxury kennels in her homes and spend their days snuggling up with Taylor’s many celebrity friends. Jon Hamm He has been spotted wearing a cat jumper with “live in the meow” emblazoned across the front – such is Jon’s obsession with cats. He acknowledged on a late night chat show…

Bill is so overcome with guilt and regret that he screams out in pain to the universe Not surprisingly, Liam is shocked and then incensed that Steffy was not only unfaithful but her act of adultery was committed with his father. After much pleading from Steffy for his forgiveness, Liam is sickened by the sight of his wife and storms out of the house. Steffy (Jacqueline MacInnes) chases after Liam (Scott Clifton) and grabs his arm to stop him. She begs him to come back to the house so they can discuss the situation but Liam pulls his arm away, causing Steffy to crumble. She sobs uncontrollably from the ground as Liam speeds away in his car. Meanwhile, Bill (Don Diamont) is sharing his relief with Justin (Aaron D. Spears)…

To improve Sharon’s (Sharon Case) chances of being acquitted of Skye’s murder, Victor (Eric Braeden) manipulated Nick and Avery (Jessica Collins) into using Faith (Aly Lind) to prey on the court’s sympathies. Adam also steps up to help Sharon, sensationally discrediting the reputation of prosecutor Heather (Eden Riegel) to sway the case in his ex-wife’s favour. After secretly donating bone marrow to cure Delia’s (Sophie Pollonos) leukaemia, Billy (Billy Miller) remains in hiding, yearning for Victoria (Amelia Heinle) who finally signs their divorce papers, prompting Victor to insist Billy leaves town. Meanwhile, Chloe (Elizabeth Hendrickson) celebrates Delia’s recovery by asking Kevin (Greg Rikaart) to marry her. Colin’s (Tristan Rogers) plot to kill Genevieve (Genie Francis) and Gloria (Judith Chapman) goes awry when Lily (Christel Khalil) gets caught in the drama.…

Marital splits can often be problematic but for John and Hope, ending the marriage that neither of them can remember beginning, is proving nightmarish. Thanks to a letter hidden in a safety deposit box, co-owned by Stefano and the deceased Alice, the pair knows they must travel to the North African country of Alamainia to sever the union so they can legally recommit to their spouses, Marlena and Bo. Fatefully, the foursome’s plans to leave immediately for Alamainia are interrupted when they’re advised that only John (Drake Hogestyn) and Hope (Kristian Alfonso) have legal clearance to enter Alamainia. Instinctively aware that this is the work of a manipulative Stefano (Joseph Mascolo), the duo reluctantly decide to leave Marlena (Deidre Hall) and Bo (Peter Reckell) home and head overseas. Once they…

For the first time ever, there are three generations of the family under one roof. Alf (Ray Meagher), his daughters Roo (Georgie Parker) and Quinn (Lara Cox), and her son Ryder (Lukas Radovich) – all live in the Summer Bay House. While Alf is enjoying playing family matriarch with his reunited brood around him, he had better get used to living in a crowded house, as news from the set hints that yet another member of his family will be returning to the Bay, for a most unexpected reunion. There had been some talk of bringing back his son Duncan (Benedict Wall) and grandson Bryce after last year’s powerful, emotion-charged reunion. But it turns out this upcoming reunion will see yet another member of the extended clan returning to the…

There’s something not right between Karl and Susan at the moment. The Ramsay Street veterans have survived almost everything through their marriage, but they seem far more at odds than united these days. The bickering, disagreements, quarrelling and opposite directions they are heading are adding strain to the marriage, pushing it to the limits. When a bad business decision goes awfully wrong, it’s the last straw for Susan (Jackie Woodburne) and she delivers an ultimatum to Karl (Alan Fletcher). This makes Izzy Hoyland’s (Natalie Bassingthwaighte) return right now to Ramsay Street such bad timing, in upcoming episodes of Neighbours. Izzy ruined Karl and Susan’s marriage once before, not to mention cutting a path of destruction through many other lives in Erinsborough. There’s good reasons she earned the nickname “Hurricane Izzy”!…

Margaret gives Chopper an ultimation: straighten out your life or you’re on your own Every way he turns, Mark “Chopper” Read is a wanted man. He’s wanted by the two women in his life, as well as the criminal underworld for a range of deals they hold him responsible for. He’s also wanted by the public who see the notorious criminal as something of a modern day “Ned Kelly”, for his ruthless way of taking on the law. Most of all, however, Chopper (Aaron Jeffery) is wanted by the police, first for a shooting that went terribly wrong and later for a disappearance they are sure he’s behind. There’s no respite in Chopper’s world and he’s about to find everything will come closing in too fast for comfort, in the…

FOOD AND FLIRTATION Making an impression in the corridors of Forrester Creations, Thorne finds himself not only smothered in Pam’s welcoming hugs but also plied with her famous lemon bars. Joining Eric and two designer-clad models, Thorne entrances the ladies with his flirtatious chatter before expertly adjusting the drape of one model’s gown. The girls are walking on air as they depart, while Eric is awed by the changes in his son. CAN I HAVE “ME” BACK? Arriving at Il Giardino for lunch, Eric’s appetite is suddenly challenged when he spies waitress Sheila on the job. He thought she had left town after the Mateo debacle, but Ms. Carter coos that she’s very happy to stick around in a place she loves. Refusing to apologise for wanting to prove Quinn’s…

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Ronan received Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations This 23-year-old Irish actress is one to watch, winning Best Actress (Motion Picture Musical or Comedy) at The Golden Globe awards. She’s been nominated for the Academy Awards, BAFTAs, Golden Globes and Screen Actors Guild Awards. Ronan is an Irish-American actress who started her acting career on the TV series The Clinic and Proof before breaking into Hollywood on the big screen in a supporting role in 2007’s I Could Never Be Your Woman , alongside Michelle Pfeiffer. Also that year, she featured in award winning drama Atonement with Keira Knightley. Ronan received Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations for best supporting actress. The talented young actress followed with a role…

A Bold new movie project Three of the soap world’s biggest names are teaming up to make a new film that is to be set in Italy. B&B’s Thorsten Kaye (Ridge) and Katherine Kelly Lang (Brooke) are working with General Hospital’s Finola Hughes (Anna) to produce How To Climb A Tree, billed as the story of “finding fearlessness to rediscover the joy of friendship, music, love and life – all set in the beautiful Italian countryside.” Kaye is to write the film, with Hughes directing and Lang serving as producer. The trio are also setting up an online crowdfunding campaign to support the project. Billy’s magical beard A noticeable on-air goof on Days Of Our Lives recently had fans talking and very confused, but for Billy Flynn, the star whose…

Liam checks into a hotel room where he contemplates the next direction to take his life. With a divorce looming on the horizon, no job and his connection to Bill now permanently severed, he can’t help but feel a measure of bleakness about his future. Liam (Scott Clifton) is surprised by a knock on the door, as he hasn’t ordered room service and told no one of his whereabouts. He cautiously opens the door and is surprised to find Sally on the other side. Liam asks Sally (Jacqueline MacInnes Wood) how she tracked him down. She admits she followed him from Spencer Publications, where she had just arrived to check up on the progress of Spectra’s new offices, but spied Liam storming out of the building. Sally immediately hones in…

Two months ago, Diane Jenkins was found brutally murdered, but since then the police have been unable to pinpoint her true killer. Detective Ronan Malloy is doing his best to unmask the perpetrator, but his efforts have been continually stymied by suspects who all have something to hide. Suddenly, everything changes when a mysterious figure steals Ronan’s (Jeff Branson) phone and uses the contacts’ list to lure all of the suspects in Diane’s murder to an isolated warehouse late one night. Everyone involved attends except for Adam (Michael Muhney) who is mysteriously missing. In a matter of moments, the attendees’ lives are turned upside down as they are forced to watch filmed footage of each of them having potentially incriminating clashes with Diane (Maura West) on the night she was…

Tormented by Ian’s (Ian Buchanan) presence in Salem, Madison (Sarah Brown) confesses to a stunned Brady that her marriage to Ian is a loveless one but that she’s trapped with him due to the debts she owes him. Ian reinforced that notion, telling Brady he’d never divorce her. Framing Abe (James Reynolds) for election fraud to ensure EJ (James Scott) is declared mayor, Nicole’s actions prompt Lexie (Renee Jones) to leave her husband due to his perceived lack of ethics. Responding to Abigail’s (Kate Mansi) threat to tell Carrie (Christie Clark) that they had slept together, Austin (Patrick Muldoon) plans a romantic rendezvous with his wife at Green Mountain Lodge. Discovering Sami’s (Alison Sweeney) betrayal with EJ, Rafe (Galen Gering) assaulted EJ before he and Nicole abandon their spouses. Soon…

When the River Boys moved out of Summer Bay almost two years ago, a whole lot of criminal activity went with them. Get ready, however, for a return of more of the same, with the announcement that the next generation of River Boys will be making their mark within the coming weeks. River Boy Dean (Patrick O’Connor) will be stirring up trouble as another member of the Mangrove Rover-based surfer gang that moves into Summer Bay. As Alf predicts, what they’re after is “nothing good”. But this comeback of the River Boys already has a twist. It seems there is also a new cop on his way to the Bay. Someone who was once a River Boy but, since reforming, has now become a police officer. The scene is set…

Natalie Bassingthwaighte’s return to Neighbours, as the ultimate bad girl Izzy Hoyland, is about to set the pace for high stakes emotional drama. During a break in filming, Nat revealed the real reason she decided to revisit Ramsay Street. Give us a hint on what are Izzy’s intentions for returning to Ramsay Street?› Izzy is always up to no good and this time is no exception. She knows what she wants and she is going after it. What exactly? You will have to wait and see… Will she be bringing Holly with her?›› Yes, Holly is with her. Izzy may not be the best mother in the world, but she loves her daughter with all her heart. Does Susan have anything to worry about with Izzy being back in town?›…

Boy George The star has had his problems with drugs in the past and in discovering a healthier way of being, he found himself enjoying a macrobiotic diet. And so, determined to share the deliciousness with the world, he teamed up with his food guru, Dragana Brown, and the pair of them released Karma Cookbook: Great Tasting Dishes to Nourish Your Body and Feed Your Soul. inside, are dozens of recipes, including crunchy filo parcels, vanilla custard and a good dash of the singer’s cheeky commentary. Gwyneth Paltrow Some have smirked at the actress after she morphed into a self-proclaimed wellness guru, started her website GOOP and for using expressions like “conscious uncoupling”. If you’re not a big fan of meat, however, and do like healthy living, one of Gwyneth’s…

SAOIRSE RONAN chose a silky-smooth orange and pink gown to make a bold fashion statement at the 29th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Film Awards Gala. Add to this the intriguing fabric detail of slits and bows, silver and gold footwear, soft swept hair and sparkly earrings and Saoirse has thoroughly nailed this look. SALMA HAYEK has frocked up to the 29th Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival Awards Gala looking every bit the style-princess she is. Fashion icon and former model Salma never ceases to surprise and dazzle, as is evident in this gorgeous billowing green dress with playful pink appliqué finishes. LUPITA NYONG’O stunned attendees at The National Board of Review Annual Awards Gala. Conservative and sexy at the same time, Lupita’s velvety two-piece sparkled like the…

I am missing my favourite soap ( The Bold and the Beautiful ) at present, looking forward to new episodes. I like the new Liam, good on him for standing up to bulling Bill, who seems to get away with all his dirty deeds. Please could the writers give Brooke a break from marriages that don’t work out? Surely she can’t continue to be the dumb blonde, it is unrealistic. Please give her a different focus. M. Dixon, Mt Hawthorn, WA. Bill’s evil plans seem to have no limits Wow, are there any readers out there who agree with me? Can Bill on The Bold and the Beautiful get any more evil? First he burns Sally’s building, ruining her hopes and dreams and her life’s work, now he’s…