1995: Another World's Ryan Harrison died.
2001: As the World Turns' Molly and Jake married.
2003: The final episode of Port Charles aired on ABC.
2005: Passions' Alistair married Theresa."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1977: Murder in Peyton Place aired on NBC Monday Night at the Movies. The film focused on the mysterious killings of Rodney Harrington and Allison MacKenzie (Ryan O'Neal and Mia Farrow in the original series) as part of a diabolical plot to tear the community apart by a former resident, now powerful and wealthy, who had secretly returned seeking revenge.
1979: On As the World Turns,...
2001: As the World Turns' Molly and Jake married.
2003: The final episode of Port Charles aired on ABC.
2005: Passions' Alistair married Theresa."The best prophet of the future is the past."
― Lord Byron
"Today in Soap Opera History" is a collection of the most memorable, interesting and influential events in the history of scripted, serialized programs. From birthdays and anniversaries to scandals and controversies, every day this column celebrates the soap opera in American culture.
On this date in...
1977: Murder in Peyton Place aired on NBC Monday Night at the Movies. The film focused on the mysterious killings of Rodney Harrington and Allison MacKenzie (Ryan O'Neal and Mia Farrow in the original series) as part of a diabolical plot to tear the community apart by a former resident, now powerful and wealthy, who had secretly returned seeking revenge.
1979: On As the World Turns,...
- 10/3/2018
- by Roger Newcomb
- We Love Soaps
Ashley Taylor Dawson fears Darren Osborne will return to gambling. The 30-year-old hunk - who plays the Channel 4 soap's bad boy - ''wouldn't be surprised'' if his alter-ego reverted back to his old ways and became a gambling addict again especially as he is grieving following the deaths of Riley Costello (Rob Norbury) and Rhys Ashworth (Andrew Moss). He said: ''Once a gambler always a gambler like any kind of addict, it's always there. If something comes up and maybe tempts him to do that then knowing Darren it wouldn't surprise me if got back into it.'' ''I think their...
- 12/6/2012
- Virgin Media - TV
Hollyoaks star Rob Norbury has left the soap after more than two years in the role of Riley Costello, Digital Spy can confirm. The actor, who joined the Channel 4 show in summer 2010, is thought to have already filmed his final scenes as the footballer. While Riley's departure has been confirmed, exact details of his exit scenes are currently being kept under wraps. Riley's latest storyline has seen Mercedes McQueen (Jennifer Metcalfe) manage to win him back after she framed love rival Mitzeee Minniver for attempted murder. With Mercedes's (more)...
- 9/14/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks characters Mercedes Fisher (Jennifer Metcalfe) and Mitzeee (Rachel Shenton) are set to face off once again. An upcoming storyline will reportedly see Mitzeee escape from prison in order to persuade Riley Costello (Rob Norbury) to run away with her, reports the Daily Star. Mercedes is set to marry Riley for the second time, while she previously framed rival Mitzeee by stabbing herself and accusing her of carrying out the attack. Riley decides to choose Mitzeee over Mercedes after she tracks him down to talk. Meanwhile, Riley's father Carl returns to the village, increasing the tension between Riley and Mercedes following her affair with Carl before their previous wedding. However, just before Mitzeee and Riley are able to run away together, his son Bobby goes missing, with Mercedes insisting (more)...
- 9/9/2012
- by By Tom Eames
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks bosses have given fans a sneak peek at the new-look Dog in the Pond. Viewers recently saw The Dog's owner Riley Costello (Rob Norbury) order a refurbishment of the pub, leading to major building work which disrupted the lives of the Osbornes. While the transformation process is still under way on screen, Hollyoaks' series producer Emma Smithwick has now used Twitter (more)...
- 4/19/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Karen Hassan has admitted that she isn't expecting Lynsey Nolan's new romance storyline to have a happy ending. Lynsey is currently enjoying a casual relationship with Riley Costello (Rob Norbury), but the situation is complicated as the footballer's ex-fiancée Mercedes McQueen (Jennifer Metcalfe) and glamour girl Mitzeee Minniver (Rachel Shenton) are also pursuing him. Hassan told Inside Soap: "Mercedes and Mitzeee won't be looking after Lynsey's best interests, so she's going to have to fight for Riley's love. She's going to take care of number one - and if other people get hurt in the process, then so be it. "Lynsey really values her friendship with Mercedes and doesn't want to lose it. Mitzeee, (more)...
- 4/17/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Karen Hassan has admitted that she wants to see more of Lynsey Nolan's feisty side. The actress said that she would like her character to show the qualities she displayed when she took on Silas Blissett in last year's serial killer storyline. Hassan told Inside Soap: "I was looking over some old clips with our producer recently, and we enjoyed seeing Lynsey show real gumption during the Silas plot. "So I've asked for more of that, and hopefully we're going to see Lynsey being a bit selfish and standing up for herself. She's going to start doing what's best for her, and not give a hoot about what anyone else thinks." Next week's Hollyoaks episodes see the start of Lynsey's new romance storyline with Riley Costello (Rob Norbury), as the pair embark (more)...
- 4/3/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Rob Norbury has revealed that he thinks Mitzeee Minniver is the best romantic match for his character Riley Costello. The pair's spark has recently been revisited as they shared a kiss last week, but Riley is also busy dealing with the dramas surrounding his troubled ex-fiancée Mercedes McQueen (Jennifer Metcalfe). Additionally, Riley will soon start flirting with Lynsey Nolan (Karen Hassan), adding another love interest to his list. Norbury told Soaplife: "Mitzeee's helping Riley with Bobby and they're very close. She's probably the ideal woman for Riley. She has that side to her that Mercedes has, but she knows where to draw (more)...
- 3/28/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Karen Hassan has admitted that there could be "complicated" times ahead for her character Lynsey Nolan as she starts flirting with Riley Costello. Lynsey and Riley's (Rob Norbury) storyline kicks off next month as sparks begin to fly between the pair. The plot may give Lynsey a chance to have some fun following her sinister ordeal with serial killer Silas Blissett last year. However, as Lynsey has recently become friends with Riley's jilted ex-fiancée Mercedes McQueen (Jennifer Metcalfe), she could also find herself with divided loyalties. Hassan told All About Soap: "I'd have liked Lynsey to stay dark and never fully (more)...
- 3/27/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks' McQueen clan are at the centre of further drama in tonight's (February 29) episode as Riley Costello makes an unexpected return to the village. Riley (Rob Norbury) has been living in Leeds for the past two months, but Jacqui's recent visit appears to have given him food for thought as he comes knocking on the McQueens' door. Mercedes (Jennifer Metcalfe) is out when Riley arrives back, but she soon hears the news and holds out hope that she's about to be given another chance by (more)...
- 2/29/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Rob Norbury has said that there is "unfinished business" between his character Riley Costello and glamour girl Mitzeee Minniver. Riley returns to the village next week after Jacqui McQueen (Claire Cooper) makes contact with him and reveals how much his ex-fiancée Mercedes (Jennifer Metcalfe) has been struggling in his absence. Norbury told TV Times that Riley is sceptical when Mercedes later asks him for another chance, but decides to stay in the area for longer than planned due to Mitzeee (Rachel Shenton). "[Mercedes is] trying to prove that she can be the perfect girl, but too much has gone on for Riley to buy into that," Norbury explained. "He wants to tie up some loose ends in Hollyoaks, then head off." (more)...
- 2/22/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Riley Costello is to make a shock return to 'Hollyoaks' this week. While the hunky pub owner - played by Rob Norbury - fled the village after former fiancee Mercedes (Jennifer Metcalfe) revealed she had been having an affair with his father Carl (Paul Opacic), he will turn up unexpectedly with the couple's son Bobby in tow after Jacquie McQueen pays him a visit to warn him about her sister's wild behaviour of late. Claire Cooper - who plays Jacqui in the Channel 4 soap - explained: "It's a massive shock for everyone. Sure, Jacqui has been to see him, but...
- 2/20/2012
- Virgin Media - TV
Hollyoaks star Claire Cooper has confirmed that the McQueen clan will be at "breaking point" in upcoming episodes of the soap. The family have turbulent times ahead over the next few weeks as Mercedes (Jennifer Metcalfe) lets her life spiral out of control, with devastating consequences for her loved ones. Seeing how much Mercedes is missing her ex-fiancé Riley Costello (Rob Norbury) and their baby son Bobby, Cooper's character Jacqui decides to make contact with the footballer. However, while Jacqui is away visiting Riley, Mercedes hits a new low by trying to kiss her sister's husband Rhys (Andrew Moss). Cooper told Soaplife: "Jacqui knows something has to be done, and she's going to try and get Bobby back. She asks Rhys to keep Mercy company while she's gone." Discussing (more)...
- 2/17/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Rob Norbury has revealed that his character Riley Costello does not rule out a reunion with ex-fiancée Mercedes McQueen when he returns to the village. Riley has been away in Leeds since New Year's Eve, when he left Chester for a fresh start with his baby son Bobby and brother Seth. However, Riley makes a comeback later this month after Mercy's sister Jacqui (Claire Cooper) gets in touch with him, revealing how much his ex has been struggling in his absence. Mercy (Jennifer Metcalfe) is delighted by Riley's return and later begs him to take her back, wanting him to forgive her affair with his dad Carl. Norbury told All About Soap of Riley's reaction: "It's tough - this is someone he gave up his life for and wanted to marry. He's fathered a child with her, but things (more)...
- 2/14/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Jennifer Metcalfe has admitted that she is glad to see Mercedes McQueen sticking to her wild ways following the tumultuous events of 2011. Mercedes was jilted by fiancé Riley Costello (Rob Norbury) last year after she confessed to her affair with his dad Carl (Paul Opacic). She was then held captive by serial killer Silas Blissett (Jeff Rawle). Since letting Riley leave the village with their baby son Bobby, Mercedes has faced temptation after Doctor Browning offered her money to sleep with him. Metcalfe told Ok Extra of the new storyline: "It was refreshing and brilliant to go back to how Mercedes was when I first joined the show. It was good to put the Silas kidnap storyline and everything else that's happened behind her, but there are still moments where she flicks back to being quite depressed." (more)...
- 2/6/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Rob Norbury has claimed that his on-screen grandfather Jeff Rawle is a hit with the ladies. Rawle joined his former soap colleagues on a night out recently and was apparently surrounded by women who wanted to meet the man behind evil Silas Blissett. Norbury, who plays footballer Riley Costello, told Pa: "He came out for a night out with us in Liverpool and he got mobbed. I was getting a bit jealous. All these hot blondes were coming up to him. I was like, 'I'm not happy here'. "He's a bit of a pin-up, forget all those Dirty Dens and all that." He continued: "He'll be up for a sexiest male nomination. He can have (more)...
- 11/28/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Rob Norbury has admitted that he is often affected by his dark storylines. The actor, who plays footballer Riley Costello in the Channel 4 soap, has filmed several emotional storylines since joining the show, including those with unfaithful Mercedes and his killer grandfather Silas. "It does affect you a little bit and you feel like, 'Flippin' eck, I feel a bit morbid', but then you see your mates and have a bit of a laugh and you're fine about it," he told MSN. "They're usually the ones to give you a ribbing about it. I take a lot of abuse for crying on telly, but I can deal with it." Norbury revealed that Riley's break-up scenes after discovering Mercedes had slept with his dad Carl were the most difficult to film. "The relationship breaking down and it coming out about the affair (more)...
- 11/27/2011
- by By Colin Daniels
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Jennifer Metcalfe has insisted that she would not be disappointed if Mercedes McQueen failed to mend her relationship with Riley Costello. Mercedes's romance with Riley (Rob Norbury) hit the rocks last month when she confessed to her affair with his dad Carl (Paul Opacic). She made her admission on her wedding day, just as she was about to say her vows. Since then, Mercedes has given birth to a baby boy named Bobby, and although she is unsure of who the father is, she starts using her newborn to win Riley back in upcoming episodes. Metcalfe told Soaplife: "Mercy has taken to the baby quite well, but I think that's because she thinks she's going to get Riley back. "She's got all these little ploys. She turns up with the baby unannounced and says stuff like, 'What a lovely family we are'. Then when (more)...
- 11/23/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Rob Norbury has said that he wants Riley Costello to work hard at parenthood if he does turn out to be the biological father of Mercedes McQueen's baby son. Mercedes (Jennifer Metcalfe) gave birth earlier this month in the aftermath of her horrendous ordeal with serial killer Silas Blissett. However, the mystery remains over whether the child's father is Riley or his dad Carl (Paul Opacic). As reported at the weekend, Riley will demand a paternity test in an upcoming episode - which leads to the truth finally being revealed. Norbury told Inside Soap of the storyline: "If I were to tell Riley anything, then I'd say that if the baby really is his, he should be there for the kid in any way he can - regardless of whether Riley (more)...
- 11/23/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
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Maryada
I haven’t seen this show lately, so it was nice to catch this latest episode of the ongoing drama revolving around ex-boyfriends Guarav and Karan. I'm so glad to see this story continue, especially given that this is a place and a world not used to gay storytelling, at least depicted positively. I would love to know how Indian audiences are reacting to the story. If any readers might know I'd like to hear from you by either dropping me a line or commenting at the end of this column.
Back to the story, I know this is a totally cultural thing and the style of this soap, but I couldn’t help but chuckle when Karan’s mother cried about wishing she'd died before seeing her son brought home drunk. It might have been the highlight of the episode, besides watching Guarav looking so angsty and gorgeous.
Maryada
I haven’t seen this show lately, so it was nice to catch this latest episode of the ongoing drama revolving around ex-boyfriends Guarav and Karan. I'm so glad to see this story continue, especially given that this is a place and a world not used to gay storytelling, at least depicted positively. I would love to know how Indian audiences are reacting to the story. If any readers might know I'd like to hear from you by either dropping me a line or commenting at the end of this column.
Back to the story, I know this is a totally cultural thing and the style of this soap, but I couldn’t help but chuckle when Karan’s mother cried about wishing she'd died before seeing her son brought home drunk. It might have been the highlight of the episode, besides watching Guarav looking so angsty and gorgeous.
- 11/9/2011
- by Anthony D. Langford
- The Backlot
Rob Norbury has revealed that he believes his Hollyoaks character Riley Costello should have a happier future. During tonight's episode of the teen soap, Riley's wedding to Mercedes hit the rocks after her affair with his dad Carl became public knowledge. Norbury told Pa: "Obviously he's been through a lot and it takes its toll but I'd like to see him pick himself up and enjoy life again and make the most of the fact he is only a young lad and he's in the position he's in." "I'd like to see him become a bit stronger and more streetwise because I do think he's a bit naive at points," he continued. Meanwhile, the star also praised new producer Emma Smithwick for her impact on the show, adding: "There's a lot of changes, especially in the cast, a few new people (more)...
- 10/17/2011
- by By Paul Millar
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks airs the climax to Mercedes McQueen's love triangle storyline in tonight's episode of the soap as the wannabe Wag's wedding day arrives. Mercedes (Jennifer Metcalfe) feels apprehensive in the build-up to the big ceremony, well aware that a number of guests are prepared to expose her affair with fiancé Riley's dad Carl. Doug, Seth, Jacqui, Warren and Mitzeee are among those who have reason to spill the secret, so it's clear that the big day won't go as planned and there's drama ahead as Mercedes and Riley (Rob Norbury) reach the altar to exchange their vows... Pj Brennan, who plays Doug, recently told Digital Spy: "It's a perfect, perfect wedding for a soap opera. All of the players come together (more)...
- 10/17/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Jennifer Metcalfe has revealed that filming the Hollyoaks 'Wedding Week' teaser was "heavy". The actress, whose character Mercedes McQueen is preparing to marry Riley Costello (Rob Norbury) in next week's special episodes, said that she and her co-stars managed to have a "laugh" while making the sinister, black-themed wedding clip. Metcalfe told Heat magazine: "To be honest it was a long day for us. I'm used to doing 12 or 13 hour days on set, but this took 15 hours. It was one, big, heavy day. But we got so much out of it and it got us out of the office, so to speak - so it was all fun!
"I think everyone got in to the theme and feel of it. There were some right funny hairdos and stuff going on too, and people behaving really out of character. Outside of acting we all had a right laugh about it all,...
"I think everyone got in to the theme and feel of it. There were some right funny hairdos and stuff going on too, and people behaving really out of character. Outside of acting we all had a right laugh about it all,...
- 10/13/2011
- by By Rebecca Davies
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Jennifer Metcalfe has promised that viewers will be impressed by the drama surrounding her character's wedding day. Mercedes prepares to tie the knot with Riley Costello (Rob Norbury) next week, but the wannabe Wag could have trouble ahead as she continues to harbour the secret that she cheated on the young footballer with his dad Carl (Paul Opacic). Warren, Mitzeee, Seth, Jacqui and Doug are among the show regulars who know the truth, and all have their own reasons for wanting to reveal all. However, Hollyoaks bosses are currently keeping tight-lipped over exactly what happens at the ceremony. Metcalfe told All About Soap of the storyline: "There are six or seven people who know the whole truth and any one of them could spill the beans at any time. She's really walking on eggshells - she loves Riley and wants to marry (more)...
- 10/12/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks bosses have today released a new promotional shot for Mercedes and Riley's forthcoming wedding, which arrives on screen later this month. Mercedes (Jennifer Metcalfe) has a turbulent time ahead in the build-up to the ceremony as scheming couple Warren (Jamie Lomas) and Mitzeee (Rachel Shenton) start blackmailing her and Carl over their affair, threatening to reveal all on the big day unless they hand over £50,000. Riley's brother Seth (Miles Higson) and Mercedes's sister Jacqui (Claire Cooper) are also aware of the pair's secret and may have their own reasons for wanting the truth to come out over Carl's betrayal of his son. Doug (Pj Brennan) is also keen to reveal all to Riley (Rob Norbury) in a bid to put a stop to Warren's vengeful blackmail, but with the village bad boy threatening (more)...
- 10/7/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks sets the stage for fireworks at Mercedes and Riley's big wedding next week as Mitzeee and Warren's blackmail plot gets under way. With just a few days to go before the happy event, Mitzeee (Rachel Shenton) writes up all the details of Mercedes's affair with Carl (Paul Opacic) in her book - with the intention of Warren handing out copies at the ceremony. As Warren (Jamie Lomas) threatens Carl to pay up if he wants his secret to remain under wraps, Doug tries to convince Seth to step in and stop the situation by telling Riley (Rob Norbury) (more)...
- 10/7/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Jason Costello's ongoing rebellion has unexpected consequences in tonight's episode of Hollyoaks as he brings Warren Fox into his bad behaviour. When Jason (Victoria Atkin) causes a stir by stealing Ash's moped in the village and gets himself arrested, he makes it clear to his family that he'll continue acting out until he's allowed to start on the hormone blockers. Riley (Rob Norbury) is extremely unimpressed by his brother's antics and tries to give him a few home truths, branding him (more)...
- 10/5/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks bosses have released a brilliant new trailer promoting Mercedes and Riley's forthcoming wedding. The big day is sure to be a nerve-wracking one for Mercedes (Jennifer Metcalfe) as so many guests know the secret of her affair with Riley's (Rob Norbury) dad Carl - and the truth will be revealed if scheming couple Mitzeee and Warren have anything to do with it... Serial killer Silas (Jeff Rawle) will also (more)...
- 10/3/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Rachel Shenton has confirmed that her outrageous character Mitzeee Minniver will face "a constant battle with her conscience" after deciding to get revenge against the Costello family in a future storyline. Mitzeee has a huge row with the Costellos in next week's episodes, prompting her to team up with on-off boyfriend Warren Fox (Jamie Lomas) to bring the whole family down. Warren's plan is to reveal the truth about Carl Costello's (Paul Opacic) affair with Mercedes McQueen (Jennifer Metcalfe), knowing that the secret will cause big trouble as Carl's son Riley (Rob Norbury) is preparing to marry the wannabe Wag. Shenton told All About Soap of Mitzeee's intentions: "She thinks the whole family are being rude and disrespectful towards her, and there's this big argument. "After (more)...
- 9/28/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks stars Rob Norbury and Rachel Shenton have revealed that there are "fireworks" in store for their characters. The actors, who play Riley and Mitzeee in the Channel 4 soap, said that the pair become closer when Mitzeee gatecrashes Riley's upcoming stag do in Wales after being kicked out of Mercedes's Ibiza hen party. Norbury told Ok! magazine: "Mercedes and Riley go on their stag and hen parties. Then Mitzeee turns up - she's going out with Warren, so she says it's to keep an eye on him - but she's got her eye on me! And I don't think Riley's too upset about that!" Shenton said: "Mitzeee's had a bit of a falling out with Mercedes, she gets thrown off the Ibiza hen party. So she goes full steam ahead and crashes the stag party - with a full suitcase! There are a few fireworks between the two of...
- 8/31/2011
- by By Rebecca Davies
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks stars Rob Norbury and Rachel Shenton have revealed that there are "fireworks" in store for their characters. The actors, who play Riley and Mitzeee in the Channel 4 soap, said that the pair become closer when Mitzeee gatecrashes Riley's upcoming stag do in Wales after being kicked out of Mercedes's Ibiza hen party. Norbury told Ok! magazine: "Mercedes and Riley go on their stag and hen parties. Then Mitzeee turns up - she's going out with Warren, so she says it's to keep an eye on him - but she's got her eye on me! And I don't think Riley's too upset about that!" Shenton said: "Mitzeee's had a bit of a falling out with Mercedes, she gets thrown off the Ibiza hen party. So she goes full steam ahead and crashes the stag party - with a full suitcase! There are a few fireworks between the two of...
- 8/31/2011
- by By Rebecca Davies
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks Later stars Rachel Shenton and Rob Norbury have revealed details about the week-long series' upcoming action scenes. The late-night edition of the soap will see Shenton's character Mitzeee Minniver join footballer Riley Costello (Norbury)'s stag-do in Wales. Shenton recently revealed that Mitzeee will almost drown in one particular scene, and both stars have now told Ok magazine that the incident occurs when the group embark on a white-water rafting trip. "There's a white-water rafting accident in the final episode," Norbury said. "We all end up on the boat and there's an argument, and we end up going through the rapids, and the boat turns over." Shenton said: "Mitzeee ends up getting onto the raft, totally (more)...
- 8/30/2011
- by By Tom Eames
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Jennifer Metcalfe has revealed that she is keen to stick with the soap as she "never gets bored" in her role as Mercedes McQueen. The actress has portrayed her flirty soap character since 2006 and viewers are currently seeing Mercedes prepare to marry budding footballer Riley Costello, played by Rob Norbury. "Every day is amazing. Everyone is so close and every day is a buzz," Metcalfe told Heatworld of life at Hollyoaks. "The cast and crew are brilliant - it's like working with your best mates. "I never get bored or lose interest, so I would stay until who knows when! The stuff they cough up is just brilliant." She continued: "There's a lot of people in soaps who get comfortable and want to risk such a good job for Hollywood or music. I hate musicals - (more)...
- 8/24/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Craig Vye has revealed that he is in physical competition with fellow male cast members. The 28-year-old, who plays lothario Ethan Scott in the teen soap, reserved special praise for the size of Rob Norbury (Riley Costello). "There's loads of competition! My gym buddies are Danny Mac (Dodger) and James Atherton (Will Savage), so we egg each other on," Vye told Inside Soap. "And Rob likes to flash his guns. I can't believe he's only 22 years old, as he's a big lad - I'm sure he's lying on his birth certificate! But he doesn't scare us, it's all just good banter." The actor, who has portrayed the detective (more)...
- 8/8/2011
- by By Paul Millar
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks' Mercedes Fisher could be set to fake a miscarriage. The brunette bombshell - played by Jennifer Metcalfe - will find herself in an impossible situation after she convinces unsuspecting fiance Riley Costello (Rob Norbury) she is pregnant. However, after discovering she is hatching the devious plan, Mercedes' bolshie sister Jacqui Ashworth (Claire Cooper) will attempt to "shame" the barmaid into coming clean. A 'Hollyoaks' insider explained: "Riley really can't wait to be a dad - he's totally into the whole thing, which is obviously making Mercedes more and more uncomfortable. "As the pressure piles onto Mercy, she and her mum Myra (Nicole Barber-Lane)...
- 6/22/2011
- Virgin Media - TV
Hollyoaks' Mercedes Fisher could be set to fake a miscarriage. The brunette bombshell - played by Jennifer Metcalfe - will find herself in an impossible situation after she convinces unsuspecting fiance Riley Costello (Rob Norbury) she is pregnant. However, after discovering she is hatching the devious plan, Mercedes' bolshie sister Jacqui Ashworth (Claire Cooper) will attempt to "shame" the barmaid into coming clean. A 'Hollyoaks' insider explained: "Riley really can't wait to be a dad - he's totally into the whole thing, which is obviously making Mercedes more and more uncomfortable. "As the pressure piles onto Mercy, she and her mum Myra (Nicole Barber-Lane)...
- 6/20/2011
- Virgin Media - TV
Hollyoaks star Jennifer Metcalfe has predicted that her character Mercedes McQueen will continue her cheating ways in the coming weeks. Mercedes has enjoyed an on-off fling with pub landlord Carl Costello this year, despite being engaged to his footballer son Riley (Rob Norbury). Although Mercedes has recently tried to keep her distance from Carl, the storyline is revisited in next week's episodes as her sister Jacqui (Claire Cooper) finds out about the affair. Jacqui also learns that Mercedes is planning to fake a miscarriage after lying about being pregnant. Jacqui is left disgusted by her sibling's behaviour and her discoveries leave Mercedes panic-stricken as she believes that her betrayal of Riley is about to be exposed to all.
Pictured: Mercedes and Jacqui argue over Riley. However, pondering her character's (more)...
Pictured: Mercedes and Jacqui argue over Riley. However, pondering her character's (more)...
- 6/9/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Former EastEnders star Arinze Kene is to appear in Hollyoaks for a short guest stint next month, taking on the role of troublesome newcomer Rocco. The actor, best known for playing Walford's Connor Stanley, arrives on the soap in early May for a new storyline which will see Riley Costello face further personal problems. When villain Warren Fox (Jamie Lomas) introduces Riley to Rocco at Chez Chez, the naive footballer is quickly drawn into some betting with his new acquaintance.
Pictured: Arinze Kene in Hollyoaks with Rob Norbury (Riley) and Jamie Lomas (Warren) At first, Riley (Rob Norbury) has a run of good luck but his winning streak soon runs out as the stakes get higher, leaving (more)...
Pictured: Arinze Kene in Hollyoaks with Rob Norbury (Riley) and Jamie Lomas (Warren) At first, Riley (Rob Norbury) has a run of good luck but his winning streak soon runs out as the stakes get higher, leaving (more)...
- 4/12/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Rob Norbury has admitted that he is eager for his Hollyoaks character Riley Costello to discover the truth about his father Carl's betrayal. Carl (Paul Opacic) has enjoyed an on-off affair with Riley's fiancée Mercedes Fisher (Jennifer Metcalfe) in recent months, always managing to keep their secret liaisons under wraps. However, Norbury told Soaplife that he is looking forward to the fireworks that would occur in the village if Riley ever found out about the pair's infidelity.
Asked how Riley would feel, Norbury replied: "Devastated! A father shouldn't do that to his son. He'd blame his dad." He continued: "Riley is too nice (more)...
Asked how Riley would feel, Norbury replied: "Devastated! A father shouldn't do that to his son. He'd blame his dad." He continued: "Riley is too nice (more)...
- 3/30/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks stars Rachel Shenton, Rob Norbury and Craig Vye completed their first ever skydive to raise money for charity at the weekend. The trio, who play Mitzeee Minniver, Riley Costello and Ethan Scott on the Channel 4 soap, jumped from a plane at 10,000 feet in Bicester, Oxfordshire in aid of the National Deaf Children's Society (Ndcs). Speaking of the challenge, Shenton commented: "The skydive was the most incredible thing I've experienced in my entire life! I thoroughly recommend it to everyone. "The cause is very close to my heart and I encourage everyone to get behind Ndcs in helping to overcome the challenges deaf children face in everyday life." Norbury added: "The experience of skydiving is amazing! It is fun, exhilarating and pretty scary, and great to know (more)...
- 3/28/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks actors Rob Norbury and Craig Vye have decided to take part in a charity skydive alongside their co-star Rachel Shenton. Last month, it was revealed that Shenton - better known as glamour girl Mitzeee Minniver on the soap - had agreed to jump from a plane at 10,000 feet in order to raise funds for the National Deaf Children's Society (Ndcs). Since then, Norbury and Vye - who play footballer Riley Costello and detective Ethan Scott respectively - have both signed up to join Shenton when she takes part in the challenge later this month. The trio are now encouraging members of the public to join them by registering for the charity event themselves. Speaking of the skydive, Norbury commented: "It's fantastic to be helping out Ndcs in providing vital services to deaf children and supporting them to have a brighter future. I'm excited (more)...
- 3/18/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Sometimes certain questions crop up again and again on our forum and in my inbox, and this update is because I can finally help with a trio of Hollyoaks-related matters! How old is Riley Costello?
This one gets asked a lot on our forum because Riley's initial character descriptions billed him as 17, yet since he's appeared on screen fans have noticed that he seems older due to his friendships with characters like Ethan and relationship with Mercedes. After asking those in the know, I can confirm that Riley is 19-years-old. He was originally supposed to be 17, but when Rob Norbury was cast in the role it was decided that he'd have to be slightly older. Show bosses thought that Rob would be perfect as Riley and, as he's been a successful new addition to the cast, it seems to have worked out well. What happened to Evissa?
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This one gets asked a lot on our forum because Riley's initial character descriptions billed him as 17, yet since he's appeared on screen fans have noticed that he seems older due to his friendships with characters like Ethan and relationship with Mercedes. After asking those in the know, I can confirm that Riley is 19-years-old. He was originally supposed to be 17, but when Rob Norbury was cast in the role it was decided that he'd have to be slightly older. Show bosses thought that Rob would be perfect as Riley and, as he's been a successful new addition to the cast, it seems to have worked out well. What happened to Evissa?
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- 3/9/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Mercedes McQueen will meet her match on Hollyoaks next month when a wannabe Wag threatens to destroy her engagement, it has been announced. The barmaid, played by Jennifer Metcalfe, is currently getting her life back on track as she plans her dream wedding with footballer fiancé Riley Costello (Rob Norbury). However, in the coming weeks a stunning blonde named Alex will catch Riley's eye during a night out. As she makes a move on him, a drunken Riley revels in the attention - but whether he will go all the way and cheat on Mercedes remains to be seen. Actress Annie Cooper - who has previously appeared in Coronation Street, Married (more)...
- 3/7/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks bosses have announced that a forthcoming edition of the soap will feature a tie-in with Heat magazine. In an episode due to air later this month, the soap's characters will be excited to learn that the publication's team are paying a visit to the village because they want Riley Costello (Rob Norbury) to appear as their 'Torso of the Week'. While Riley's mum Heidi is thrilled to learn of her son's modelling success, the footballer has other things on his mind - meaning that Darren Osborne (Ashley Taylor Dawson) is lined up to take his place. However, the magazine's team soon spot another local resident who they think would work perfectly. Meanwhile, Chez Chez owner Cheryl Brady (Bronagh Waugh) offers up her nightclub as the ideal location for the photoshoot, prompting her brother Brendan (Emmett Scanlan) to (more)...
- 3/1/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Hollyoaks star Jennifer Metcalfe has explained why her character Mercedes Fisher begins a romance with Riley Costello in a forthcoming storyline. As revealed over the weekend, Mercedes will soon share a kiss with Riley (Rob Norbury) in The Dog - just days after the tragic death of her husband Malachy. Speaking to Soaplife about her character's surprise decision, Metcalfe explained: "Mercedes is just being Mercedes. She figures there's nothing she can do, there's no point moping. She has to just get on with her life." She continued: "He's giving her attention when (more)...
- 11/24/2010
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
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