EASTENDERS dominated its rivals at tonight’s Radio Times Soap Awards.
The inaugural event celebrating the best of soapland was attended by some of the industry’s big names including Jorgie Porter, Adam Woodyatt, Michelle Collins and Jennifer Metcalfe.
Host Brian Conley brought plenty of laughs to the four-star Midland Hotel in Manchester and it was a glitzy affair on the red carpet.
The BBC contingent had the most to celebrate on the night with Enders picking up half the awards.
They included the coveted Best Soap, Best Villain, Best Episode, Most Inspiring Storyline, Soap Moment of the Year, Best Actor and Best Exit.
Helen Daly, Associate Editor, Radio Times, said: “All soaps have excelled over the past 12 months and it’s an honour to be able to award them for their efforts.”
Morgan Jeffery, Digital Editor, Radio Times, said: “Congratulations to all the soaps on their award wins – and especially to EastEnders for an amazing night.
“I’m thrilled for all our nominees and of course our winners – these accolades reflect what has been a terrific year for British soap, delivering all the twists, turns and unbeatable drama that have kept UK audiences hooked for over six decades.”
There was ample room in the awards calendar this year after ITV decided against holding its annual British Soap Awards.
A spokesman previously said: “The British Soap Awards won’t be on air in 2024 but is set to return in 2025.
“The show was fantastically received in 2023, achieving consolidated figures of 2.9 million and doubling its audience year on year, so we look forward to the show’s return.”
It was Coronation Street’s turn to hog bragging rights at last year’s event.
It emerged as the big winner taking home six gongs, however, fans could sense a changing of the guard and some cheekily took to social media platform X to claim the fallow year it was due to Enders being “back on top” after well received storylines.
Lorraine Newman, one of the writers on EastEnders, waded into the drama by liking a string of fans’ tweets, including one that said: “They know EastEnders will win again.”
EastEnders has once again proved its dominance in the soap awards circuit, with a clean sweep at the Radio Times Soap Awards. The who’s who of the industry graced the event, including familiar faces like Jorgie Porter, Adam Woodyatt, Michelle Collins, and Jennifer Metcalfe.
Hosted by the hilarious Brian Conley, the event was a star-studded affair at the Midland Hotel in Manchester. The BBC powerhouse had every reason to celebrate as EastEnders clinched half of the awards, including the prestigious Best Soap title, Best Villain, Best Episode, Most Inspiring Storyline, Soap Moment of the Year, Best Actor, and Best Exit.
The Radio Times team expressed their admiration for all the soap operas that have performed exceptionally well over the past year. Helen Daly, Associate Editor, praised the efforts of the entire industry, while Digital Editor, Morgan Jeffery, congratulated EastEnders specifically for their outstanding achievements.
With the absence of the British Soap Awards this year, the Radio Times Soap Awards provided a platform for celebrating the talent and hard work of all the soaps. And with a promise of a return in 2025, fans have much to look forward to.
Coronation Street may have taken the spotlight at last year’s event, but the tides seem to be turning with EastEnders reclaiming its position at the top. Fans were quick to express their excitement on social media, with hints of a new era for the beloved soap opera.
The night was filled with memorable moments and deserving winners, signaling a promising future for British soap operas. Stay tuned for more updates and exclusive content from the industry!
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Source: Tampa Bay Times
