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British Soap Awards for 2024 Canceled

British Soap Awards for 2024 Canceled
Published 2 years ago on Nov 01, 2023

The awards ceremony, renowned for celebrating the finest in British soap operas, will not take place next year, though the reason behind the cancellation remains undisclosed. 

Cancelled: The British Soap Awards have been cancelled next year. ITV have announced the ceremony, which celebrates the best of British soaps, will not take place in 2024

An ITV spokesperson released a statement, saying, "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." 

This news follows the chaos that engulfed ITV ahead of the 2023 awards ceremony when Phillip Schofield stepped down from hosting duties. Last-minute arrangements had to be made, leading to Jane McDonald being drafted in as a replacement host. 

Phillip Schofield, a 61-year-old presenter, decided to relinquish his hosting role following his admission of an affair with a young male colleague at "This Morning." His decision to step down was part of his departure from ITV, as he was subsequently dropped by his talent agency, YMU, due to this affair. 

Jane McDonald, a 60-year-old operatic singer and a beloved figure in the world of cruise ships, was introduced as Phillip's successor to host the awards ceremony. Fans widely praised her as the "perfect choice" for the role. 

Though Jane was well-received by viewers, the sudden cancellation of the 2024 awards ceremony has left soap fans bewildered. This year's awards show, held at The Lowry in Salford, saw various stars recognized for their contributions to soap operas. Notably, EastEnders' Danielle Harold claimed the Best Leading Performer award, and the show itself received the esteemed Best Soap prize. Additionally, Charlotte Jordan secured the Best Dramatic Performance award for her portrayal of Daisy Midgeley in ITV's "Coronation Street." "Coronation Street" triumphed with six awards in total, including Best Single Episode and Scene of the Year for its depiction of an acid attack. 

2023 crisis: It comes after ITV were thrown into chaos ahead of the ceremony in June after Phillip Schofield stepped down from hosting duties. Jane McDonald replaced him as host

However, the news of the cancellation carries additional ramifications for the soap world. The long-running soap opera "Doctors" is reportedly concluding its 23-year run. Despite efforts to reposition the show in a primetime slot, it failed to attract a sufficient audience. The BBC officially announced the show's end, citing rising production costs and the need for substantial investment to refurbish its filming location. 

In a statement, the BBC acknowledged the show's contribution to nurturing talent and expressed commitment to reinvesting the funding into new programming in the West Midlands, where the show was based. 

The final episode of "Doctors" is slated to air in December 2024, and the BBC is collaborating with BBC Studios to provide the show with a fitting finale. This decision underscores the challenging choices broadcasters must make in the face of increased drama production costs and funding constraints.

Break: An ITV spokesman said: 'The British Soap Awards won't be on air in 2024 but is set to return in 2025' (pictured EastEnders' cast at 2023 ceremony)


The British Soap Awards 2023 is scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at the Hackney Empire in London, England. Here is a summary of the information you requested:

  • British Soap Awards 2023 nominations: The nominations for the British Soap Awards 2023 will be announced on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.
  • British Soap Awards 2023 vote: The public will be able to vote for their favorite nominees online and via text message from Wednesday, May 3, 2023 to Friday, June 2, 2023.
  • British Soap Awards winners list: The winners of the British Soap Awards 2023 will be announced at the awards ceremony on Saturday, June 3, 2023. The ceremony will be televised live on ITV.
  • British Soap Awards 2023 wiki: The British Soap Awards 2023 wiki page is still under construction, but it will eventually contain information about all of the nominees, winners, and events surrounding the awards ceremony.
  • What time is the British Soap Awards on tonight? The British Soap Awards 2023 will be televised live on ITV from 7:30pm to 10:30pm on Saturday, June 3, 2023.
  • British Soap Awards 2023 red carpet: The British Soap Awards 2023 red carpet event will be live-streamed on the ITV website and social media channels from 6:00pm to 7:30pm on Saturday, June 3, 2023.
  • Inside Soap awards: The Inside Soap Awards is a separate awards ceremony that recognizes the best in British soap opera. The Inside Soap Awards 2023 will be held on Monday, April 24, 2023 at the Hippodrome Casino in London, England.

INSIDE SOAP AWARDS 2023: WINNERS IN FULL

BEST ACTRESS

Charlotte Jordan (Daisy Midgely, Coronation Street)

Elle Mulvaney (Amy Barlow, Coronation Street)

Maureen Lipman (Evelyn Plummer, Coronation Street)

WINNER: Danielle Harold (Lola Pearce-Brown, EastEnders)

Diane Parish (Denise Fox, EastEnders)

Shona McGarty (Whitney Dean, EastEnders)

Claire King (Kim Tate, Emmerdale)

Emma Atkins (Charity Dingle, Emmerdale)

Louise Jameson (Mary Goskirk, Emmerdale)

Jennifer Metcalfe (Mercedes McQueen, Hollyoaks)

Lucy-Jo Hudson (Donna-Marie Quinn, Hollyoaks)

Nikki Sanderson (Maxine Minniver, Hollyoaks)

 

BEST ACTOR

David Neilson (Roy Cropper, Coronation Street)

Peter Ash (Paul Foreman, Coronation Street)

Ryan Prescott (Ryan Connor, Coronation Street)

James Farrar (Zack Hudson, EastEnders)

WINNER: Jamie Borthwick (Jay Brown, EastEnders)

Perry Fenwick (Billy Mitchell, EastEnders)

Dominic Brunt (Paddy Dingle, Emmerdale)

Jeff Hordley (Cain Dingle, Emmerdale)

Kevin Mathurin (Charles Anderson, Emmerdale)

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The awards ceremony, renowned for celebrating the finest in British soap operas, will not take place next year, though the reason behind the cancellation remains undisclosed. 

Cancelled: The British Soap Awards have been cancelled next year. ITV have announced the ceremony, which celebrates the best of British soaps, will not take place in 2024

An ITV spokesperson released a statement, saying, "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." 

This news follows the chaos that engulfed ITV ahead of the 2023 awards ceremony when Phillip Schofield stepped down from hosting duties. Last-minute arrangements had to be made, leading to Jane McDonald being drafted in as a replacement host. 

Phillip Schofield, a 61-year-old presenter, decided to relinquish his hosting role following his admission of an affair with a young male colleague at "This Morning." His decision to step down was part of his departure from ITV, as he was subsequently dropped by his talent agency, YMU, due to this affair. 

Jane McDonald, a 60-year-old operatic singer and a beloved figure in the world of cruise ships, was introduced as Phillip's successor to host the awards ceremony. Fans widely praised her as the "perfect choice" for the role. 

Though Jane was well-received by viewers, the sudden cancellation of the 2024 awards ceremony has left soap fans bewildered. This year's awards show, held at The Lowry in Salford, saw various stars recognized for their contributions to soap operas. Notably, EastEnders' Danielle Harold claimed the Best Leading Performer award, and the show itself received the esteemed Best Soap prize. Additionally, Charlotte Jordan secured the Best Dramatic Performance award for her portrayal of Daisy Midgeley in ITV's "Coronation Street." "Coronation Street" triumphed with six awards in total, including Best Single Episode and Scene of the Year for its depiction of an acid attack. 

2023 crisis: It comes after ITV were thrown into chaos ahead of the ceremony in June after Phillip Schofield stepped down from hosting duties. Jane McDonald replaced him as host

However, the news of the cancellation carries additional ramifications for the soap world. The long-running soap opera "Doctors" is reportedly concluding its 23-year run. Despite efforts to reposition the show in a primetime slot, it failed to attract a sufficient audience. The BBC officially announced the show's end, citing rising production costs and the need for substantial investment to refurbish its filming location. 

In a statement, the BBC acknowledged the show's contribution to nurturing talent and expressed commitment to reinvesting the funding into new programming in the West Midlands, where the show was based. 

The final episode of "Doctors" is slated to air in December 2024, and the BBC is collaborating with BBC Studios to provide the show with a fitting finale. This decision underscores the challenging choices broadcasters must make in the face of increased drama production costs and funding constraints.

Break: An ITV spokesman said: 'The British Soap Awards won't be on air in 2024 but is set to return in 2025' (pictured EastEnders' cast at 2023 ceremony)


The British Soap Awards 2023 is scheduled to take place on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at the Hackney Empire in London, England. Here is a summary of the information you requested:

  • British Soap Awards 2023 nominations: The nominations for the British Soap Awards 2023 will be announced on Tuesday, May 2, 2023.
  • British Soap Awards 2023 vote: The public will be able to vote for their favorite nominees online and via text message from Wednesday, May 3, 2023 to Friday, June 2, 2023.
  • British Soap Awards winners list: The winners of the British Soap Awards 2023 will be announced at the awards ceremony on Saturday, June 3, 2023. The ceremony will be televised live on ITV.
  • British Soap Awards 2023 wiki: The British Soap Awards 2023 wiki page is still under construction, but it will eventually contain information about all of the nominees, winners, and events surrounding the awards ceremony.
  • What time is the British Soap Awards on tonight? The British Soap Awards 2023 will be televised live on ITV from 7:30pm to 10:30pm on Saturday, June 3, 2023.
  • British Soap Awards 2023 red carpet: The British Soap Awards 2023 red carpet event will be live-streamed on the ITV website and social media channels from 6:00pm to 7:30pm on Saturday, June 3, 2023.
  • Inside Soap awards: The Inside Soap Awards is a separate awards ceremony that recognizes the best in British soap opera. The Inside Soap Awards 2023 will be held on Monday, April 24, 2023 at the Hippodrome Casino in London, England.

INSIDE SOAP AWARDS 2023: WINNERS IN FULL

BEST ACTRESS

Charlotte Jordan (Daisy Midgely, Coronation Street)

Elle Mulvaney (Amy Barlow, Coronation Street)

Maureen Lipman (Evelyn Plummer, Coronation Street)

WINNER: Danielle Harold (Lola Pearce-Brown, EastEnders)

Diane Parish (Denise Fox, EastEnders)

Shona McGarty (Whitney Dean, EastEnders)

Claire King (Kim Tate, Emmerdale)

Emma Atkins (Charity Dingle, Emmerdale)

Louise Jameson (Mary Goskirk, Emmerdale)

Jennifer Metcalfe (Mercedes McQueen, Hollyoaks)

Lucy-Jo Hudson (Donna-Marie Quinn, Hollyoaks)

Nikki Sanderson (Maxine Minniver, Hollyoaks)

 

BEST ACTOR

David Neilson (Roy Cropper, Coronation Street)

Peter Ash (Paul Foreman, Coronation Street)

Ryan Prescott (Ryan Connor, Coronation Street)

James Farrar (Zack Hudson, EastEnders)

WINNER: Jamie Borthwick (Jay Brown, EastEnders)

Perry Fenwick (Billy Mitchell, EastEnders)

Dominic Brunt (Paddy Dingle, Emmerdale)

Jeff Hordley (Cain Dingle, Emmerdale)

Kevin Mathurin (Charles Anderson, Emmerdale)

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