Sinitta, Brian McFadden, Jedward and Ann Widdecombe are among the stars who have signed up to learn circus skills for ITV's new series Get Your Act Together.
The show, hosted by Stephen Mulhern, will see celebrities teaming up with some of the world's best variety acts in an attempt to learn different talents.
Five celebrities will appear in each show and will try to learn skills such as contortion, fire dancing, ventriloquism, acrobatics, juggling and plate spinning.
Some of the other stars who have signed up are Danielle Lloyd, James Bolam, Oliver Mellor and Sherrie Hewson, while Roxy Shahidi, Ruth Madoc, Phil Tufnell, Natalie Anderson and Matthew Wolfenden are also on the bill.
Rounding out the cast so far are Nigel Havers, Chip, Claire Richards, Gaby Roslin, Gareth Thomas and Nina Wadia.
Their mentors - who will perform with the celebrities in front of a studio audience - include famous magicians Penn and Teller,...
The show, hosted by Stephen Mulhern, will see celebrities teaming up with some of the world's best variety acts in an attempt to learn different talents.
Five celebrities will appear in each show and will try to learn skills such as contortion, fire dancing, ventriloquism, acrobatics, juggling and plate spinning.
Some of the other stars who have signed up are Danielle Lloyd, James Bolam, Oliver Mellor and Sherrie Hewson, while Roxy Shahidi, Ruth Madoc, Phil Tufnell, Natalie Anderson and Matthew Wolfenden are also on the bill.
Rounding out the cast so far are Nigel Havers, Chip, Claire Richards, Gaby Roslin, Gareth Thomas and Nina Wadia.
Their mentors - who will perform with the celebrities in front of a studio audience - include famous magicians Penn and Teller,...
- 11/6/2014
- Digital Spy
The first round of viewer voting for the British Soap Awards 2012 has opened today (February 27), giving fans the chance to have their say on the highlights of the past year. The viewer-voted categories are 'Sexiest Male', 'Sexiest Female', 'Villain of the Year', 'Best Actor', 'Best Actress' and 'Best British Soap'. As was the case last year, the first five categories contain three nominees from each of the UK soaps - Coronation Street, Doctors, EastEnders, Emmerdale and Hollyoaks. Additionally, all five shows secure an automatic nomination for the 'Best British Soap' prize. Digital Spy presents this year's longlist below: Sexiest Male
Chris Fountain (Tommy Duckworth, Coronation Street)
Oliver Mellor (Matt Carter, Coronation Street)
Ryan Thomas (Jason (more)...
Chris Fountain (Tommy Duckworth, Coronation Street)
Oliver Mellor (Matt Carter, Coronation Street)
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- 2/27/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Coronation Street star Katy Cavanagh has predicted that her eccentric character Julie Carp will forgive partner Brian Packham after he wrongly accuses her of an affair. Brian (Peter Gunn) has been left in turmoil after learning that Julie is pregnant, fearing that he can't be the father as he had a vasectomy some time ago. After Brian accuses Julie of sleeping with another man, the pair visit Doctor Carter (Oliver Mellor) at the medical centre later this week - hoping for an explanation. Cavanagh told This Morning today: "[At first], Julie's got absolutely no idea why Brian's not over the moon as well. Obviously they've been trying extremely hard to make babies! It's going to completely knock her for six. "Doctor Carter's going to put it all right. He's going to tell us that apparently, if you have a vasectomy, (more)...
- 2/16/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Coronation Street's Kylie Platt puts on the performance of her life as she feigns a health scare at the medical centre in tonight's double bill of the soap. Kylie (Paula Lane) is determined to help Becky (Katherine Kelly) in her quest to access Tracy's records, so she distracts Doctor Carter's attention at the surgery by pretending to collapse. While Doctor Carter (Oliver Mellor) is busy dealing with the situation, Becky sneaks into his office - armed with details about the computer system that unlikely ally Gail (Helen (more)...
- 1/20/2012
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Coronation Street's Tina McIntyre finally ends her relationship with Matt Carter in Friday night's double bill of the soap. Tina (Michelle Keegan) realises that she's sick of Matt's (Oliver Mellor) snobby ways when he tries to pressure her into getting a job at the Bistro, painting it as a more respectable place to work. Just as Tina is considering whether to forgive Matt, it becomes clear that he's never going to change - so she throws a pint at him and declares that it's over. An amused Tommy Duckworth (Chris (more)...
- 12/1/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Coronation Street star Oliver Mellor has revealed that it was "great" to film his character's love triangle storyline. The actor plays doctor Matt Carter, who has two women fighting over him in upcoming episodes when his ex-girlfriend Jenny Eclaire, played by former Hollyoaks star Elize Du Toit, arrives in Weatherfield. Jenny will clash with Matt's current girlfriend Tina McIntyre, played by Michelle Keegan, as she tries to win him back. "It's great because Matt dating Michelle has given me the chance to be more than just the resident Gp and viewers have seen a different side to him," Mellor told The People. "Basically Tina and Matt are due to go on a triple dinner date with other couples. "But one pair can't make it (more)...
- 11/13/2011
- by By Colin Daniels
- Digital Spy
Former Hollyoaks star Elize Du Toit is to join the cast of Coronation Street. The actress, who played Izzy Davies in the Channel 4 soap, will arrive in Weatherfield as Jenny Eclaire - doctor Matt Carter's (Oliver Mellor) ex-girlfriend. Jenny will clash with Matt's current girlfriend Tina McIntyre, played by Michelle Keegan, as she tries to win him back. When Matt fails to stick up for Tina amid Jenny's insults during a double date, she pours a pint over his head and dumps him. A show insider told The People: "We're (more)...
- 10/9/2011
- by By Colin Daniels
- Digital Spy
Coronation Street star Oliver Mellor has admitted that he feels under pressure to live up to his label as a 'soap hunk'. The actor joined the ITV1 soap as Dr Matt Carter last October. Speaking to The Mirror, the former personal trainer said that he is beginning to get recognised more by viewers. Mellor said: "Since I joined Corrie, I've been even more conscious of looking after myself. I've heard the word 'hunk' rather a lot in the last year - that seems to be the favourite label for me, and I'm not complaining. "The Street's hunk is a great title, but I have to live up to it." Mellor, 30, continued: "I've not had any hysterical girls (more)...
- 8/18/2011
- by By Ryan Love
- Digital Spy
Coronation Street actor Oliver Mellor has claimed that being given an on-screen romance is like getting "a promotion". Mellor's Dr Matt Carter was tipped to begin a relationship with Keegan's Tina McIntyre earlier in the summer. However, the actress recently admitted that her character is conflicted between Matt and ladies' man Tommy Duckworth (Chris Fountain). "When Chris and I are in character, we're like rutting stags trying to be the alpha male," Mellor told The Mirror. "Sometimes when the camera stops rolling, we carry that on in the green room and pretend we're competing over Tina. "I'm sure there are a lot of jealous guys who wish they were in our shoes. Who wouldn't be? Most guys on the Street would like Tina as their on-screen girlfriend and I think, deep down, they all fancy Michelle. "Everyone (more)...
- 8/18/2011
- by By Ryan Love
- Digital Spy
Coronation Street star Michelle Keegan has admitted that Weatherfield doctor Matt Carter may not be the best match for her character Tina McIntyre. A new storyline for the Rovers Return barmaid will see Matt and Tommy Duckworth both fighting for her affections later this month, leaving her with a dilemma. The plot begins at the end of next week as Tina enjoys being chatted up by Matt (Oliver Mellor) at the pub, unaware that Tommy (Chris Fountain) is secretly cooking a romantic meal for her back at home. However, speaking to TV Times about Tina's chances of a long-term future with Matt, Keegan commented: "Tina is attracted to Matt, but it's (more)...
- 8/12/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Coronation Street star Oliver Mellor has revealed that he would like to explore a darker side to his character Matt Carter. Weatherfield doctor Matt was originally introduced as part of Natasha Blakeman's exit storyline last summer, and he has since been involved in the soap's tram crash disaster and John Stape saga. Coronation Street sources have recently tipped Matt to play a bigger role on screen in the coming weeks as he gets a storyline of his own. Speaking to Soaplife, Mellor confirmed: "Hopefully he's going to get one. They're putting it together now and I'm hoping I'll get the chance to show that Matt's not Mr (more)...
- 6/22/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
'Coronation Street's Tina McIntyre will recover from boyfriend Graeme Proctor's betrayal by hooking up with a hunky doctor. The Rovers Return barmaid - played by Michelle Keegan - will be left devastated when Graeme (Craig Gazey) runs off with his sham spouse Xin (Elizabeth Tan), but the arrival of medic Dr. Matt Carter, set to be played by Oliver Mellor, is guaranteed to cheer Tina up. With the pair embarking upon a steamy romance, all will be going swimmingly until a few skeletons from the dashing doctor's closet. However, if their relationship doesn't work out Michelle already has other plans for...
- 6/16/2011
- Virgin Media - TV
Coronation Street barmaid Tina McIntyre is to embark on a relationship with local doctor Matt Carter in a forthcoming storyline, a report has claimed. Earlier this week, viewers saw Tina (Michelle Keegan) left heartbroken when boyfriend Graeme Proctor left the street after dumping her in favour of wife Xin. Graeme and Xin had originally united in a fake wedding scam but later fell in love for real. Tina's new romance with Matt, played by Oliver Mellor, helps her to take her mind off Graeme and Xin's betrayal, according to The Sun. However, it is thought that (more)...
- 6/16/2011
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
British actor Oliver Mellor has undergone surgery after breaking his leg in a terrifying motorcycle crash during a charity trip to South Africa.
The 30 year old, who has appeared in numerous British TV shows including Doctor Who, Skins and Coronation Street, was in the country with a group of British stars to highlight the importance of motorbikes in delivering aid to remote villages.
Mellor crashed his bike last week (ends10Apr11) after skidding on a main road and he was taken to hospital for an operation to place a metal plate into his shattered leg. He flew back to Britain on Wednesday to continue treatment.
The 30 year old, who has appeared in numerous British TV shows including Doctor Who, Skins and Coronation Street, was in the country with a group of British stars to highlight the importance of motorbikes in delivering aid to remote villages.
Mellor crashed his bike last week (ends10Apr11) after skidding on a main road and he was taken to hospital for an operation to place a metal plate into his shattered leg. He flew back to Britain on Wednesday to continue treatment.
- 4/17/2011
- WENN
Coronation Street star Oliver Mellor has broken his leg while on a charity trip to South Africa, it has been revealed. The actor, who plays Dr Matt Carter in the soap, was in the country with co-star Shobna Gulati (Sunita Alahan), actress Jill Halfpenny, TV host Gethin Jones and cricketer Darren Gough to show how useful motorcycles can be for delivering aid to remote villages and schools. However, nine days ago, he crashed his motorbike in Lesotho and needed surgery to insert a metal plate into his leg, The People reports. "I was really lucky because it was a clean break," he said. "If there had been fragments of bone, the surgery would have been a lot more complicated. Something - probably a patch of water - sent my wheel flying and the bike started to fall, (more)...
- 4/17/2011
- by By Colin Daniels
- Digital Spy
Coronation Street's iconic Rovers Return pub will be used to treat those injured in the soap's forthcoming 50th anniversary disaster, it has been claimed. According to the Daily Star, emergency crews will struggle to get down the cobbles after a tram careers off the street's viaduct next month. It is thought that local doctor Matt Carter (Oliver Mellor) - originally cast as part of Natasha Blakeman's storyline - is forced to take charge in their absence, (more)...
- 11/3/2010
- by By Daniel Kilkelly
- Digital Spy
Coronation Street bosses have cast a new doctor as part of Natasha Blakeman's storyline. Actor Oliver Mellor, who is currently filming at the soap's home in Manchester, takes on the role of Gail Platt's new medical centre boss Dr Matt Carter in August. Although he has only signed for an initial four episodes, sources at the soap indicate to Digital Spy that there is a "strong possibility" (more)...
- 7/8/2010
- by By Kris Green
- Digital Spy
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