SPOILER ALERT: THIRD gay character in Albert Square, as Ben Mitchell reveals sexuality

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

Coming out: Joshua Pascoe, who plays Ben Mitchell, will be the third gay member of the soap

As Coronation Street comes under fire for broadcasting too many gay plotlines, EastEnders introduces its third gay character to Walford.

At just 15-years-old, teenager Ben Mitchell will reveal his true sexuality, devastating his masculine father Phil in the process.

Actor Joshua Pascoe, who is the fourth actor to play the part of Ben, joins couple Syed Masood and Christian Clarke as 'the only gays in the village'

An EastEnders source told The Mirror: 'Since the day Ben returned to Walford, he’s been a bit of a disappointment for Phil.

'With his love of dancing and musicals, Ben was not cast from the same tough guy mould as his father.

'It’s ironic that Phil’s efforts to turn his son into a mini version of himself backfire spectacularly when he encourages Ben to go boxing with Duncan.'



Homosexual characters: Syed and Christian will empathise with Ben


The insider added: 'But no one could anticipate the chain of events this will spark around Walford as Ben tries to keep his sexuality secret from his father.
'Poor Ben is terrified of Phil’s reaction but the truth will come out, sooner or later.'

The controversial storyline sees Ben and Duncan's relationship blossom when Ben takes a risk by planting a kiss on his friend.
He is stunned when Duncan returns his affections, rather than pushing him away in disgust.

But when Patrick Trueman spots them, Ben is terrified the shopkeeper will tell his father and heads to his mini-mart to intimidate him.

The situation goes from bad to worse when terrified Patrick calls the police, leaving Phil fuming and demanding an apology.

Loyal Patrick refuses to say sorry, but does keeps the truth about Ben.

Fellow EastEnders Syed Masood and Christian Clarke, played by Marc Elliott and John Partridge, caused controversy during a recent scene that saw them lying in bed together, apparently naked beneath the sheets.

Over 100 viewers complained, saying the intimacy was 'inappropriate'.
But the BBC hit back, saying the show has a duty to reflect 'real life'.


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'He's a tiger': Courtney Stodden, 16, reveals a little too much information about her love life with husband Doug Hutchison

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER


Defensive: Doug Hutchinson and Courtney Stodden discussed how their relationship has become a global phenomenon in a new E! online

They have spent the last month defending their controversial marriage along with the 35-year-age gap.

But it seems 51-year-old actor Doug Hutchison and wife Courtney Stodden, 16, have not even come close to stopping when it comes to revealing intimate secrets of their unlikely union.

'He's a tiger,' Stodden told E! Online about Hutchison's bedroom performance after her husband said he wished he had been a virgin on their wedding night. 'It's fine that he wasn't.'


You're so bad! The couple flirt with each other on camera after Stodden revealed some bedroom secrets


'You're so bad,' Hutchison said, nuzzling his pouting wife in the interview which aired today.

The couple, who met online when Stodden signed up for acting classes on Hutchison's website, said they had not anticipated that their marriage would 'captivate the nation.'

'Globally, we have become the most controversial couple in the world,' said the actor, who starred in Tom Hanks film The Green Mile. 'We didn't anticipate that.'


In love: The couple flirted with each other and insisted they are 'soul mates' on their latest interview


Stodden, who hopes to become an actress and singer, married Hutchison with her parents' blessing on June 21 in Las Vegas.

Her husband today defended his wife in the wake of speculation that she has had surgery.

'A lot of the critics are saying that Courtney is a fake,' he said. 'That's she's a Barbie doll, fake boobs, fake lips, fake nose, fake hair - but God was her only plastic surgeon.'

'I was born this way out of the womb,' Stodden insisted. 'Like, hello world!'


Posing: Stodden pouted and posed her way through the interview where she denied she had gone through plastic surgery

'I believe there's one rule in Hollywood, and that's that there are no rules,' he said. 'I've been courted by producers, directors, agents... I don't think it's been a career killer.

'Courtney is more important to me than my career,' he added. 'That's all there is to it.'

The couple are reportedly looking to feature in their own reality show and plan on starting a family at some point in the near future.


Career rise: Hutchison said he had been 'courted' by producers and agents since his marriage to Stoddard became public



Young love: Hutchison and Stoddard wed in Las Vegas back in June with her parents' blessing





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'He's a tiger': Courtney Stodden, 16, reveals a little too much information about her love life with husband Doug Hutchison

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER


Defensive: Doug Hutchinson and Courtney Stodden discussed how their relationship has become a global phenomenon in a new E! online

They have spent the last month defending their controversial marriage along with the 35-year-age gap.

But it seems 51-year-old actor Doug Hutchison and wife Courtney Stodden, 16, have not even come close to stopping when it comes to revealing intimate secrets of their unlikely union.

'He's a tiger,' Stodden told E! Online about Hutchison's bedroom performance after her husband said he wished he had been a virgin on their wedding night. 'It's fine that he wasn't.'


You're so bad! The couple flirt with each other on camera after Stodden revealed some bedroom secrets


'You're so bad,' Hutchison said, nuzzling his pouting wife in the interview which aired today.

The couple, who met online when Stodden signed up for acting classes on Hutchison's website, said they had not anticipated that their marriage would 'captivate the nation.'

'Globally, we have become the most controversial couple in the world,' said the actor, who starred in Tom Hanks film The Green Mile. 'We didn't anticipate that.'


In love: The couple flirted with each other and insisted they are 'soul mates' on their latest interview


Stodden, who hopes to become an actress and singer, married Hutchison with her parents' blessing on June 21 in Las Vegas.

Her husband today defended his wife in the wake of speculation that she has had surgery.

'A lot of the critics are saying that Courtney is a fake,' he said. 'That's she's a Barbie doll, fake boobs, fake lips, fake nose, fake hair - but God was her only plastic surgeon.'

'I was born this way out of the womb,' Stodden insisted. 'Like, hello world!'


Posing: Stodden pouted and posed her way through the interview where she denied she had gone through plastic surgery

'I believe there's one rule in Hollywood, and that's that there are no rules,' he said. 'I've been courted by producers, directors, agents... I don't think it's been a career killer.

'Courtney is more important to me than my career,' he added. 'That's all there is to it.'

The couple are reportedly looking to feature in their own reality show and plan on starting a family at some point in the near future.


Career rise: Hutchison said he had been 'courted' by producers and agents since his marriage to Stoddard became public



Young love: Hutchison and Stoddard wed in Las Vegas back in June with her parents' blessing





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'He's a tiger': Courtney Stodden, 16, reveals a little too much information about her love life with husband Doug Hutchison

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER


Defensive: Doug Hutchinson and Courtney Stodden discussed how their relationship has become a global phenomenon in a new E! online

They have spent the last month defending their controversial marriage along with the 35-year-age gap.

But it seems 51-year-old actor Doug Hutchison and wife Courtney Stodden, 16, have not even come close to stopping when it comes to revealing intimate secrets of their unlikely union.

'He's a tiger,' Stodden told E! Online about Hutchison's bedroom performance after her husband said he wished he had been a virgin on their wedding night. 'It's fine that he wasn't.'


You're so bad! The couple flirt with each other on camera after Stodden revealed some bedroom secrets


'You're so bad,' Hutchison said, nuzzling his pouting wife in the interview which aired today.

The couple, who met online when Stodden signed up for acting classes on Hutchison's website, said they had not anticipated that their marriage would 'captivate the nation.'

'Globally, we have become the most controversial couple in the world,' said the actor, who starred in Tom Hanks film The Green Mile. 'We didn't anticipate that.'


In love: The couple flirted with each other and insisted they are 'soul mates' on their latest interview


Stodden, who hopes to become an actress and singer, married Hutchison with her parents' blessing on June 21 in Las Vegas.

Her husband today defended his wife in the wake of speculation that she has had surgery.

'A lot of the critics are saying that Courtney is a fake,' he said. 'That's she's a Barbie doll, fake boobs, fake lips, fake nose, fake hair - but God was her only plastic surgeon.'

'I was born this way out of the womb,' Stodden insisted. 'Like, hello world!'


Posing: Stodden pouted and posed her way through the interview where she denied she had gone through plastic surgery

'I believe there's one rule in Hollywood, and that's that there are no rules,' he said. 'I've been courted by producers, directors, agents... I don't think it's been a career killer.

'Courtney is more important to me than my career,' he added. 'That's all there is to it.'

The couple are reportedly looking to feature in their own reality show and plan on starting a family at some point in the near future.


Career rise: Hutchison said he had been 'courted' by producers and agents since his marriage to Stoddard became public



Young love: Hutchison and Stoddard wed in Las Vegas back in June with her parents' blessing





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'America got it wrong' says Piers Morgan as 'outrageous' male pole dancer reaches semi final of America's Got Talent

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

Overjoyed: Pole dancer Steven Retchless is thrilled to beat Attack Dance Crew and Geechy Guy to get through to the semi finals

With his striking white glittery outfit and matching hotpants, male pole dancer Steve Retchless certainly stuck in the minds of the public with his performance on America's Got Talent.

The dancer was thrilled when he heard he had beaten comic Geechy Guy and troupe Attack Dance Crew to a place in the semi-finals on tonight's show, much to the disappointment of judge Piers Morgan.

'I think America got it wrong,' said the British host, who last night buzzed out Retchless as he performed his gymnastic routine.


Decision time: The American public liked pole dancer Steven over dance troupe Attack Dance Crew and comedian Geechy Guy


'There’s a reason there are no male pole-dancing clubs in America,' Piers had told him last night, although his fellow judges Sharon Osbourne and Howie Mandel were much more impressed.

'Just be yourself' Sharon told him, after Howie had expressed some concern over whether Retchless can 'appeal to middle America' in the semi finals.

'It feels amazing,' said Retchless. 'I'm very happy that I can keep inspiring people.'


Striking: Retchless performed his eye catching act last night but was buzzed out by Piers



No fan: Piers Morgan said the public had got it wrong when they voted though Retchless


Retchless joined three other acts which the judges put through to the semi finals, after last night's less than impressive contest.

Motorcycle stunt team Smage Bros, who impressed all three judges with their daredevil routine scraped through against illusionist act Landon Swank, who seemed to walk through a mirror without breaking it.

Acknowledging it was a difficult choice, Piers ended up voting for Landon, which left Howie and Sharon putting the bikers from Wisconsin through to the next round.


High five: The daredevil stunt bike team Smage Bros are delighted to get through to the next round on tonight's America's Got Talent


Delighted: The trio were delighted when Howeie Mandel put them through over dance troupe Silhouettes


Earlier, the contest saw the dance troupe Silhouettes put through to the semi finals.

Last night, Piers had called their act, which involved manipulating shadows into U.S. landmarks, 'complete genius,' while Howie dubbed them 'unique.'

Several of the younger members of the 42-strong troupe from Denver were in tears as they were given the news that they had beaten juggler Thomas John and novelty act Rhinestone Ropers.


Celebration: Dance troupe Silhouettes celebrate after making it into the semi finals


Overcome: Two of the youngest members of the 42-strong troupe were in tears as the good news broke
Singer Daniel Joseph Baker also clearly made an impression with his rendition of Lady Gaga number Edge of Glory.


He was overjoyed to be put through to the semis, after being selected above Justin Bieber lookalike Dani Shay and singer Dylan Andre.

Sharon had called him 'a natural performer,' while Howie branded the enthusiastic Daniel 'the next Lady GuyGuy.'



Good news: Singer Daniel Joseph Baker was thrilled to be put through for his Lady Gaga number


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'America got it wrong' says Piers Morgan as 'outrageous' male pole dancer reaches semi final of America's Got Talent

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

Overjoyed: Pole dancer Steven Retchless is thrilled to beat Attack Dance Crew and Geechy Guy to get through to the semi finals

With his striking white glittery outfit and matching hotpants, male pole dancer Steve Retchless certainly stuck in the minds of the public with his performance on America's Got Talent.

The dancer was thrilled when he heard he had beaten comic Geechy Guy and troupe Attack Dance Crew to a place in the semi-finals on tonight's show, much to the disappointment of judge Piers Morgan.

'I think America got it wrong,' said the British host, who last night buzzed out Retchless as he performed his gymnastic routine.


Decision time: The American public liked pole dancer Steven over dance troupe Attack Dance Crew and comedian Geechy Guy


'There’s a reason there are no male pole-dancing clubs in America,' Piers had told him last night, although his fellow judges Sharon Osbourne and Howie Mandel were much more impressed.

'Just be yourself' Sharon told him, after Howie had expressed some concern over whether Retchless can 'appeal to middle America' in the semi finals.

'It feels amazing,' said Retchless. 'I'm very happy that I can keep inspiring people.'


Striking: Retchless performed his eye catching act last night but was buzzed out by Piers



No fan: Piers Morgan said the public had got it wrong when they voted though Retchless


Retchless joined three other acts which the judges put through to the semi finals, after last night's less than impressive contest.

Motorcycle stunt team Smage Bros, who impressed all three judges with their daredevil routine scraped through against illusionist act Landon Swank, who seemed to walk through a mirror without breaking it.

Acknowledging it was a difficult choice, Piers ended up voting for Landon, which left Howie and Sharon putting the bikers from Wisconsin through to the next round.


High five: The daredevil stunt bike team Smage Bros are delighted to get through to the next round on tonight's America's Got Talent


Delighted: The trio were delighted when Howeie Mandel put them through over dance troupe Silhouettes


Earlier, the contest saw the dance troupe Silhouettes put through to the semi finals.

Last night, Piers had called their act, which involved manipulating shadows into U.S. landmarks, 'complete genius,' while Howie dubbed them 'unique.'

Several of the younger members of the 42-strong troupe from Denver were in tears as they were given the news that they had beaten juggler Thomas John and novelty act Rhinestone Ropers.


Celebration: Dance troupe Silhouettes celebrate after making it into the semi finals


Overcome: Two of the youngest members of the 42-strong troupe were in tears as the good news broke
Singer Daniel Joseph Baker also clearly made an impression with his rendition of Lady Gaga number Edge of Glory.


He was overjoyed to be put through to the semis, after being selected above Justin Bieber lookalike Dani Shay and singer Dylan Andre.

Sharon had called him 'a natural performer,' while Howie branded the enthusiastic Daniel 'the next Lady GuyGuy.'



Good news: Singer Daniel Joseph Baker was thrilled to be put through for his Lady Gaga number


Top 48 (Q2) Results ~ America's Got Talent 2011 LIVE (p1)


America's Got Talent 2011 LIVE ~ The Results Top 48 (Q2)


Top 48 (Q2) Results ~ America's Got Talent 2011 LIVE (p3)


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'America got it wrong' says Piers Morgan as 'outrageous' male pole dancer reaches semi final of America's Got Talent

By DAILY MAIL REPORTER

Overjoyed: Pole dancer Steven Retchless is thrilled to beat Attack Dance Crew and Geechy Guy to get through to the semi finals

With his striking white glittery outfit and matching hotpants, male pole dancer Steve Retchless certainly stuck in the minds of the public with his performance on America's Got Talent.

The dancer was thrilled when he heard he had beaten comic Geechy Guy and troupe Attack Dance Crew to a place in the semi-finals on tonight's show, much to the disappointment of judge Piers Morgan.

'I think America got it wrong,' said the British host, who last night buzzed out Retchless as he performed his gymnastic routine.


Decision time: The American public liked pole dancer Steven over dance troupe Attack Dance Crew and comedian Geechy Guy


'There’s a reason there are no male pole-dancing clubs in America,' Piers had told him last night, although his fellow judges Sharon Osbourne and Howie Mandel were much more impressed.

'Just be yourself' Sharon told him, after Howie had expressed some concern over whether Retchless can 'appeal to middle America' in the semi finals.

'It feels amazing,' said Retchless. 'I'm very happy that I can keep inspiring people.'


Striking: Retchless performed his eye catching act last night but was buzzed out by Piers



No fan: Piers Morgan said the public had got it wrong when they voted though Retchless


Retchless joined three other acts which the judges put through to the semi finals, after last night's less than impressive contest.

Motorcycle stunt team Smage Bros, who impressed all three judges with their daredevil routine scraped through against illusionist act Landon Swank, who seemed to walk through a mirror without breaking it.

Acknowledging it was a difficult choice, Piers ended up voting for Landon, which left Howie and Sharon putting the bikers from Wisconsin through to the next round.


High five: The daredevil stunt bike team Smage Bros are delighted to get through to the next round on tonight's America's Got Talent


Delighted: The trio were delighted when Howeie Mandel put them through over dance troupe Silhouettes


Earlier, the contest saw the dance troupe Silhouettes put through to the semi finals.

Last night, Piers had called their act, which involved manipulating shadows into U.S. landmarks, 'complete genius,' while Howie dubbed them 'unique.'

Several of the younger members of the 42-strong troupe from Denver were in tears as they were given the news that they had beaten juggler Thomas John and novelty act Rhinestone Ropers.


Celebration: Dance troupe Silhouettes celebrate after making it into the semi finals


Overcome: Two of the youngest members of the 42-strong troupe were in tears as the good news broke
Singer Daniel Joseph Baker also clearly made an impression with his rendition of Lady Gaga number Edge of Glory.


He was overjoyed to be put through to the semis, after being selected above Justin Bieber lookalike Dani Shay and singer Dylan Andre.

Sharon had called him 'a natural performer,' while Howie branded the enthusiastic Daniel 'the next Lady GuyGuy.'



Good news: Singer Daniel Joseph Baker was thrilled to be put through for his Lady Gaga number


Top 48 (Q2) Results ~ America's Got Talent 2011 LIVE (p1)


America's Got Talent 2011 LIVE ~ The Results Top 48 (Q2)


Top 48 (Q2) Results ~ America's Got Talent 2011 LIVE (p3)


Top 48 (Q2) Results ~ America's Got Talent 2011 LIVE (p4)


Top 48 (Q2) Results ~ America's Got Talent 2011 LIVE (p5)


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Prince William and Catherine spotted at the local multiplex as Royal couple take in bawdy film Bridesmaids

By DEBORAH ARTHURS

Movie buffs: Prince William and Catherine are huge fans of film and were keen to visit the cinema as soon as they returned from their royal tour

Following news that William and Catherine were left twiddling their thumbs on the plane home from the U.S. when their in-flight film service failed, it is no surprise the two were left with a thirst for drama.

Any plans the Royal couple had to take in a movie during the transatlantic flight were scuppered when the system broke down on the London-bound British Airways flight.

So when the newlyweds feet finally touched down on British soil, the first thing they did was to head for the nearest cinema.


Bringing back memories? Catherine and William went to see the American buddy film Bridesmaids at the Llandudno Junction Multiplex, 40 miles from Anglesey


Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge then headed to their local multiplex cinema in Llandudno Junction, 40 miles away from their home in Anglesey.

The two took in a showing of the outrageous American comedy Bridesmaids, a female 'buddy film' that features some fairly grotesque scenes and plenty of bawdy humour.

Cinemagoers were stunned to find they were rubbing shoulders with Royalty at the Butterkist stand, and immediately took to Twitter to share the news.

'My friend from Uni has just seen Prince William and Kate Middleton in my local cinema,' one Twitter user wrote excitedly.


Bawdy: The film, praised by critics for its excellent script, has been a huge box office hit - thanks in part to its outrageous humour


Cineworld confirmed the reports, saying in a Tweet on Monday morning: 'Prince William & Kate Middy saw "Bridesmaids" at Cineworld Llandudno this W'end. Wonder what they made of Kristen Wiigs 'one eyed' impression?'

The aforementioned Kristen Wiig not only takes a lead role in the film, delivering many of the funniest lines, but co-wrote the screenplay, winning praise from critics for her sharp script and excellent comic timing.

Catherine and William are known to be film buffs and on the royal tour enjoyed meeting Hollywood's own royalty in the form of Nicole Kidman, Jennifer Lopez, Reese Witherspoon and Tom Hanks.


Hollywood royalty: Catherine was excited to meet film stars she'd seen on screen, the Palace said


Of the Duchess of Cambridge's meeting with the stars, the Palace commented to PEOPLE magazine that Catherine was 'as thrilled as anyone else would be to meet people who she has seen on the screen.'

The couple's understated date was in keeping with their statement that the two wanted to spend their first summer as newly-weds living 'under the radar' on Anglesey.

Catherine and William are expected to spend a low-key summer as William fulfills his duties as a helicopter pilot and Catherine adapts to her new role.

She told royal aides while on her tour of Canada that following the 11-day trip she intended to spend the rest of the summer ‘just enjoying being a newly-wed’.

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