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After 15 years, Judy Parfitt has made an open letter regarding the cancellation of the BBC drama.

Call the Midwife legend Judy Parfitt has reflected on her time starring on the BBC One drama as it’s set to take a break.

The 90-year-old actress has played Sister Monica Joan in the popular show since it launched on television in January 2012. Her character is a wise but eccentric woman who dotes on eating cake and lending a kind ear to those in need.

Sister Monica Joan has dedicated her entire life to religious service, midwifery, and helping the poorest and most in need people of Poplar, East London.

Unfortunately, the sister’s life hasn’t been easy because her family never accepted her choices, and her relatives have publicly criticized her for being a nun.

Sister Monica Joan found a family in the Nonnatus House nuns and nurses, and thankfully, she embraced her faith.

The new Call the Midwife season kicks off on January 11 and moves to 1971. The Women’s Liberation Movement, Premature Births, Cancer Diagnoses, and many other topics are examined in the new era.

Call the Midwife has confirmed its 16th series, continuing its journey back to the 1970s. A prequel, which centers on Nonnatus House’s early years, will also be produced and set in Poplar during World War II.

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In order to make room for the prequel and movie, the regular series of Call the Midwife will also be broadcast. The film will also feature a spin-off film set in 1972 overseas.

Judy explained that she will be affected if she doesn’t film episodes in the spring and how she has spent her time on the show as Sister Monica Joan over the past 15 years.

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She told the Radio Times: “From about the beginning of March, you start thinking how lovely it’ll be to see everyone and start working again. Then it’s April, and I usually look forward to April.

For it to not be there really shook me up. We are a family because this business has been through a lot together. We will all have to struggle.

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The actress also praised Sister Monica Joan, a character she portrayed admirably. She continued, “I’ve always wanted to play a nun because I was raised by nuns, and I adored Monica Joan’s persona.

I don’t know what I’ll do without her, actually, but the way she was described as quirky and offbeat was wonderful.

During the Call the Midwife Christmas special, which aired on Christmas Day and Boxing Day, some of the action moved away from Nonnatus House as disaster struck at the order’s branch house in Hong Kong.

Sister Monica Joan helped the rest of the team keep the services running smoothly, and the character is scheduled to start playing new episodes this month.

You can read Judy Parfitt’s full interview with the Radio Times here.

Nina Wadia, who portrayed Zainab Masood in the soap for six years, has spoken about weight loss issues and the difficulty finding work.

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EastEnders star, Nina Wadia, has slammed so-called ‘fat jabs’ while lifting the lid on her weight loss secrets. The actress, 57, who played Zainab Masood on the BBC soap for six years, speaks candidly about her stunning new look, which she says is down to exercise and healthy eating.

Revealing how she maintains her incredible figure, the actress, who took part in Strictly Come Dancing in 2021, says she now embraces a healthier lifestyle and has more energy because of it. Admitting that she has taken time to lose weight, she said: “For me I have done it very, very slowly. I exercise. I walk. I eat healthier. I think its better to do it that way.”

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Meanwhile, referring to fat jabs, Nina insisted “quick fixes never work”, telling The Sun: “Quick fixes never work. it’s a change in lifestyle. I’ve just done work with the NHS on this.”

Nina says she is also drinking more natural juices and eating more vegetarian food in order to promote her This Girl Can campaign, which encourages active aging.

She looks incredible, and it certainly seems to be paying off. The actress, who rose to fame in Goodness Gracious Me in the 1990s, admits she is having trouble finding TV work.

She acknowledged that acting roles can be “scarce,” especially for mothers-of-twos, adding that “jobs become a little more scarce as you get older.” Simply put, it’s just trying to balance work and lifestyle.

Being a mother and having a career are difficult because you must prioritize being a mother over being a father, which is very important. There have been instances of discrimination against being a mother throughout my career, and I’ve chosen motherhood over the work, and people have said, “OK, maybe we won’t see you for another few years.” It’s tough. “

Nina soon became a fan favourite on EastEnders when she rocked up in Albert Square in 2007. However, she left six years later before citing the soap’s ‘ridiculous storylines’ as one of the reasons why.

When you start to think the storylines are this ridiculous and challenging, you kind of think, “I’m out,” she said in a conversation with Vanessa Feltz on her Channel 5 show. The actress continued, “I left because the plotlines were becoming ridiculous. That was one of my reasons for leaving, she said. One of the main causes was the lack of more than one, though.

Masood, my husband, planned a second affair. And I thought, “How can I react any differently] to his revelation that he was having an affair? “

Nina Wadia, who portrayed Zainab Masood in the soap for six years, has spoken about weight loss issues and the difficulty finding work.

3 images to be seen

EastEnders star, Nina Wadia, has slammed so-called ‘fat jabs’ while lifting the lid on her weight loss secrets. The actress, 57, who played Zainab Masood on the BBC soap for six years, speaks candidly about her stunning new look, which she says is down to exercise and healthy eating.

Revealing how she maintains her incredible figure, the actress, who took part in Strictly Come Dancing in 2021, says she now embraces a healthier lifestyle and has more energy because of it. Admitting that she has taken time to lose weight, she said: “For me I have done it very, very slowly. I exercise. I walk. I eat healthier. I think its better to do it that way.”

3 images to be seen

3 images to be seen

READ MORE: Gemma Collins shows off incredible weight loss in plunging cut-out swimsuitREAD MORE: Holly Willoughby in legal row after ‘inappropriate’ planning request on £8m home

Meanwhile, referring to fat jabs, Nina insisted “quick fixes never work”, telling The Sun: “Quick fixes never work. it’s a change in lifestyle. I’ve just done work with the NHS on this.”

Nina says she is also drinking more natural juices and eating more vegetarian food in order to promote her This Girl Can campaign, which encourages active aging.

She looks incredible, and it certainly seems to be paying off. The actress, who rose to fame in Goodness Gracious Me in the 1990s, admits she is having trouble finding TV work.

She acknowledged that acting roles can be “scarce,” especially for mothers-of-twos, adding that “jobs become a little more scarce as you get older.” Simply put, it’s just trying to balance work and lifestyle.

Being a mother and having a career are difficult because you must prioritize being a mother over being a father, which is very important. There have been instances of discrimination against being a mother throughout my career, and I’ve chosen motherhood over the work, and people have said, “OK, maybe we won’t see you for another few years.” It’s tough. “

Nina soon became a fan favourite on EastEnders when she rocked up in Albert Square in 2007. However, she left six years later before citing the soap’s ‘ridiculous storylines’ as one of the reasons why.

When you start to think the storylines are this ridiculous and challenging, you kind of think, “I’m out,” she said in a conversation with Vanessa Feltz on her Channel 5 show. The actress continued, “I left because the plotlines were becoming ridiculous. That was one of my reasons for leaving, she said. One of the main causes was the lack of more than one, though.

Masood, my husband, planned a second affair. And I thought, “How can I react any differently] to his revelation that he was having an affair? “

Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Lansford, two television veterans who have had very different relationship histories, announced the shocking end of their 14-year union in 2024.

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After his ex-girlfriend Ruth Langsford revealed that she was open to getting married again after their shocking split, Eamonn Holmes has made hints about his regret. In a joint statement released in May 2024, the former TV personality couple announced their 14-year union, and Eamonn has since moved on with relationship advisor Katie Alexander.

Ruth, 65, is reportedly still single, but she recently revealed she had counseling following her split from GB News host Eamonn, 66. She also revealed she had spoken to her about wanting to marry someone new. She claimed she hadn’t been completely put off getting married, claiming she had a “never say never” attitude toward finding another serious relationship.

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She told woman&amp, home, “I haven’t been put off having a relationship.” “I haven’t even been put off marriage, but I’m definitely not actively looking,” the statement reads. Part of that is because I’ve come to terms with the fact that I’m actually quite capable on my own. She also attributed her close friends’ ability to “completely support” her as she transitioned from being a single.

Eamonn has made an implication about regret over some of his past deeds right now. When asked what he would change in a new interview if he could “go back and change anything”? Earnan stated that he would “try to find a better balance between my personal life and my career.”

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Speaking to Mind Jump magazine for its January 2026 edition, the former This Morning host also dodged the question “What’s your biggest regret?”, with the magazine stating it was “intentionally left unanswered.”

Eamonn, who was born in Belfast, also revealed how difficult his physical condition and mobility had been for him and how grateful he was for those who supported him.

Eamonn, age 55, had a double hip replacement in 2016 to relieve his chronic leg, hip, and back pain, which he described as “life-changing.”

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He mentioned the return of his chronic pain in 2021, which turned out to be the result of three slipped discs in his back.

He ended up in hospital the following year because of his spinal issues, which had affected his bowel and bladder. He traveled to Belfast for work the following year. He later claimed that a September 2022 operation “tidied things up,” but it also raised mobility issues and led to a number of falls.

Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Lansford, two television veterans who have had very different relationship histories, announced the shocking end of their 14-year union in 2024.

View 4 Images

After his ex-girlfriend Ruth Langsford revealed that she was open to getting married again after their shocking split, Eamonn Holmes has made hints about his regret. In a joint statement released in May 2024, the former TV personality couple announced their 14-year union, and Eamonn has since moved on with relationship advisor Katie Alexander.

Ruth, 65, is reportedly still single, but she recently revealed she had counseling following her split from GB News host Eamonn, 66. She also revealed she had spoken to her about wanting to marry someone new. She claimed she hadn’t been completely put off getting married, claiming she had a “never say never” attitude toward finding another serious relationship.

READ MORE: B&Q’s £7.50 dehumidifier eliminates mould and condensation in ‘two days’

View 4 Images

She told woman&amp, home, “I haven’t been put off having a relationship.” “I haven’t even been put off marriage, but I’m definitely not actively looking,” the statement reads. Part of that is because I’ve come to terms with the fact that I’m actually quite capable on my own. She also attributed her close friends’ ability to “completely support” her as she transitioned from being a single.

Eamonn has made an implication about regret over some of his past deeds right now. When asked what he would change in a new interview if he could “go back and change anything”? Earnan stated that he would “try to find a better balance between my personal life and my career.”

View 4 Images

Speaking to Mind Jump magazine for its January 2026 edition, the former This Morning host also dodged the question “What’s your biggest regret?”, with the magazine stating it was “intentionally left unanswered.”

Eamonn, who was born in Belfast, also revealed how difficult his physical condition and mobility had been for him and how grateful he was for those who supported him.

Eamonn, age 55, had a double hip replacement in 2016 to relieve his chronic leg, hip, and back pain, which he described as “life-changing.”

View 4 Images

He mentioned the return of his chronic pain in 2021, which turned out to be the result of three slipped discs in his back.

He ended up in hospital the following year because of his spinal issues, which had affected his bowel and bladder. He traveled to Belfast for work the following year. He later claimed that a September 2022 operation “tidied things up,” but it also raised mobility issues and led to a number of falls.

Maya Jama, the host of Love Island, was notably absent from this week’s All Stars premiere due to her ill health.

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TV star, Maya Jama, has updated fans on her health after missing Love Island’s All Stars launch yesterday. Fans of the ITV reality show had hoped to see the host at the glitzy event in London – when the line-up was announced – however, Maya was forced to pull out after falling ill.

Thankfully, viewers needn’t worry because the Bristol-born star, 31, will still be hosting the show, which kicks off on Monday, January 12. Taking to Instagram, admitting she’d been ‘knocked out by flu’, Maya shared a snap of herself flying to South Africa where the series is filmed.

She wrote, “Used to spend this flight on the reds chatting away to the flight crew, but entering this year wholesome,” while sat on one of the aircraft’s plush beds and sporting a fluffy cream jumper and an eye mask. Next stop is a message that reads “vitamin c’d up and praying the sun deletes it all,” complete with an emoji for the South African flag.

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The panel’s host, Elizabeth Day, announced that she was unable to attend the loved-up launch on Monday despite the panel’s schedule that day because she was ill.

Confirming her illness, a representative said: “Maya is unfortunately unwell and wasn’t able to attend this morning’s launch event. She looks forward to the Love Island All Stars premiere on January 12th.”

Fans are eager to watch the spin-off series, which will feature former Islanders trying to find love once more in the villa, which premieres next week.

And it already looks like there’s going to be plenty of drama before the opening credits have started rolling after fans uncovered a tweet by confirmed All Star, Helena Ford, which reveals her secret feud with a fellow star.

Fans discovered old tweets that Helena purportedly wrote after the 2026 line-up was revealed by ITV yesterday, accusing series three’s Charlie Frederick of “closing down” her 16th birthday party. In a few days, the two are scheduled to reunite in the All Stars villa.

Helena appears to have written in a tweet from 2018 that “Nah that Charlie Fredrick]sic] kid closed down my 16th party and said I looked like a dolphin.”

One fan wrote in a tweet that appeared to be from Helena and Charlie. In 2018, Helena tweeted this regarding Charlie. Last year, this tweet received a lot of attention. #LoveIsland”.

This is absurd, another user wrote on Reddit. And that’s exactly the beef I want, despite how strange and hilarious it all sounds.

A third person responded, “OK, this is the kind of foolishness I can get rid of.”