A big shock for the Slaters in ‘Enders while Gemma receives a proposal in Corrie and Hollyoaks’ Charlie makes a heartbreaking decision (Picture: BBC / ITV / Channel 4)
There are many shocks in store in the land of soap this week, with surprise arrivals, proposals and hostage situations on the cards.
Hot off its incredible Cindy Beale week, EastEnders is showing no signs of slowing things down, with an equally unmissable batch of episodes lined up this week, as Stacey Slater discovers the truth about Theo.
Not only that, but Lily Slater goes into labour, just as her mum is taken hostage!
Over in Hollyoaks, Charlie Dean contemplates taking his own life in a powerful mental health storyline, with Darren Osborne doing everything in his power to find him before it’s too late.
Emmerdale, meanwhile, sees Lydia Dingle raped in a harrowing story, and Coronation Street sees Gemma Winter stunned by what Henry Newton has to say to her.
For all this and more, we’ve picked out the top ten biggest moments of the week, so take a look at what’s to come.
Theo takes Stacey hostage – as Lily’s gives birth – in EastEnders
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Theo is convinced that he can progress to the next level with Stacey as he celebrates his new job. Little does he know, however, that Martin and Eve have worked out that he is Stacey’s stalker, after receiving some new information. Martin tries to get in touch with Stacey but Theo intercepts his calls and, knowing his time is up, the twisted stalker reveals all to a stunned Stacey, who does her best to get him out of the house.
Lily, meanwhile, is left in shock when her waters break! Jean arrives home to find her granddaughter in labour and, with the ambulance delayed, everyone prepares for Lily to deliver the baby at home. Stacey heads to the kitchen to retrieve some towels but, to her horror, Theo is back inside – and he’s not happy!
Lydia is raped in Emmerdale
Lydia is raped by Craig (Picture: ITV)
Craig wants to discuss their shared past with Lydia, who offers to take him to their baby’s final resting place. The pair imagine what life could’ve been like as they reflect on their life, with a charged moment.
Upsetting scenes, ensue, however, as the storyline in question takes a dark turn. Lydia struggles in the wake of the near-kiss, snapping at Kim before handing her resignation in. Craig tries to talk her out of it, before revealing his true feelings to a stunned Lydia, who is left terrified as he forces himself on her. Devastated after being raped, Lydia sobs, returning home and going straight to the shower, before hiding the clothes she was wearing, resolving to keep the trauma a secret.
Cassie’s life hangs in the balance in Coronation Street
Cassie’s life hangs in the balance (Picture: ITV)
Cassie thanks Kevin for giving her a chance as she prepares to start at the garage but drug dealer Dean arrives, demanding money from her. Cassie promises to pay by the end of the day, ordering him to go, but Abi recognises Dean, piquing her suspicions. Cassie later refuses to go for lunch, making out she’s waiting for a customer, but Abi knows full well what’s going on, as she returns to find Cassie helping herself to the petty cash!
Tyrone struggles to find the time to get Ruby new boots before her party and thus gives Cassie the money to get them instead, much to Evelyn’s dismay. Cassie meets with Dean, buying drugs, and when Ty works out what’s happened, he finds Cassie on the pavement, having overdosed. Will she pull through?
Charlie contemplates taking his own life in Hollyoaks
Charlie makes his way to the beach (Picture: Lime Pictures)
Charlie’s worries and anxieties prove overwhelming and, after a number of panic attacks, he takes himself off to the beach, leaving his loved ones seriously concerned as he sends a picture of his location.
Darren swoops into action, determined to find Charlie before it’s too late. Charlie, meanwhile, reminisces about happier times with Darren as he walks towards the sea.
Callum supports Ben with Lexi in EastEnders
Callum worries about Ben (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron)
Ben struggles on Lexi’s first day of secondary school and heads to the Vic to drown his sorrows, until Callum summons him home to comfort his daughter. Doing just that, Ben encourages Lexi to open up. Callum, meanwhile, is worried about Ben, who insists that he’s okay.
Henry makes his feelings known in Coronation Street
Henry reveals his true feelings for Gemma (Picture: ITV)
Henry Newton lures Gemma to a hotel bar under the pretence of a business meeting, before revealing that there is no meeting as he confirms he’s lost his job, admitting that he’s in love with her and wants them to spend the rest of their lives together.
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Cain and Caleb are united at last in Emmerdale
The Dingles united – at last! (Picture: ITV)
Caleb offers to turn the driving enterprise into a shared business for Cain, Nicky and Nate. Nate is intrigued by the proposal. Cain, however, is not, but soon enough, the ice starts to thaw between the warring siblings, with Caleb subsequently welcomed into the family with a good old-fashioned drink from the Dingle welly. Who doesn’t love a happy ending, eh?
Rayne’s next target is confirmed in Hollyoaks
Rayne has sinister intentions once more(Picture: Lime Pictures)
Rayne is taken aback when Faye dishes out some advice on how to improve her career, with one note in particular recommending that the influencer be nicer! Can Rayne do such a thing? Unlikely, given that subsequent scenes see her target Lizzie.
Gina refuses to forgive Cindy in EastEnders
Gina and Anna aren’t quick to forgive mum Cindy (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron)
Cindy makes it her mission to make amends with Gina, who isn’t interested, humiliating her mum in The Vic. Ian is quick to reassure Cindy, promising her a new business venture to woo her daughters with, while Peter persuades his dad to make things right with Kathy, but Ian’s focus is soon on business, as he invites Nish Panesar out for lunch.
Lauren is arrested after lashing out over Max and Sabrina in Coronation Street
Lauren takes shocking action as her jealously grows (Picture: ITV)
Lauren is devastated as Max spends more and more time with Sabrina. The cafe worker decides to wind Sabrina up, making out that she and Max are an item, much to Max’s dismay. Lauren lashes out, trashing the salon, with Max promising to cover for her, but things soon spiral out of control, with a police officer arresting Lauren on suspicion of criminal damage.
EastEnders airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBC One. Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm on ITV. Emmerdale airs Mondays to Fridays at 7:30pm on ITV. Hollyoaks airs Mondays to Fridays at 7pm on E4, with first look episodes daily on All4.
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There are many shocks in store in the land of soap this week, with surprise arrivals, proposals and hostage situations on the cards.