Victoria Johns

Luisa Zissman faced criticism after saying on her podcast that she would skip her daughter’s school play because the child had only a minor role and the venue lacked air‑conditioning. She argued she was too busy with work and would attend only if her daughter had a main part, also admitting she previously skipped another child’s recital. Social media users condemned her attitude, while some, including Cara Delahoyde, defended her for expressing what they considered relatable views.

Greg James confirmed he attended Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s high‑profile New York wedding and joked about Leonardo DiCaprio not being invited after seeing him at a World Cup match. The event featured numerous celebrities, strict confidentiality measures and notable performances, with James later sharing that it had been an unforgettable night.

Actor Jason Done, known for roles in Coronation Street and Waterloo Road, is joining Emmerdale as a new villain with a surprising village connection. ITV confirmed he will play a character named Steve, with insiders calling the casting a major win for the soap. Additional storyline developments include Chris Coghill’s return as Kev Townsend, which co-star Bradley Riches had to pretend to be surprised about despite knowing in advance.