Glamor was the name of the game on the red carpet of The British Soap Awards 2023 at The Lowry in Salford on Saturday night.
And Claire Sweeney looked sensational as she led the way in a gorgeous off-the-shoulder floor-length red fishtail dress.
The actress, 52, who announced she was joining the Coronation Street cast in April, posed confidently with her hand on her hip as she arrived at the star-studded bash, with the train of her dress stretching across the side beside her. floor stretched out.
Her garment had shimmering gold decorative details at the hip and neckline, and Claire carried a sequined handbag in the same matching colour.
She wore a pair of gold open-toed heels to add a few inches to her stature and for the evening, she was outfitted with a pair of sling earrings.
A vision: Claire Sweeney, 52, looked sensational in a stunning off-the-shoulder floor-length red fishtail dress as she walked the red carpet at The British Soap Awards 2023 at The Lowry in Salford on Saturday night
In the detail: Her garment featured shimmering gold decorative detailing at the hip and neckline, with Claire wearing a sequined handbag in the same matching color
Claire, who rose to fame with the former soap opera Brookside, wore a lot of makeup to emphasize her beautiful features and opted for a bold red lip.
She has already started filming for the ITV series and her first scenes will air on Wednesday 28th June.
This year’s British Soap Awards will be hosted by Jane McDonald, who was called up at the last minute to replace longtime presenter Phillip Schofield.
Opera singer and cruise ship favorite Jane, 60, was revealed as Phillip’s replacement on Thursday after he left ITV and was dropped by his talent agency YMU after admitting to having an affair with a young male colleague This Morning.
He confessed to having an “ill-advised but not illegal” relationship with a man during his marriage to Stephanie Lowe, previously denying the affair when asked by his agent.
The presenter, 61, confirmed in a statement last week that he has resigned all his ITV jobs, including the ceremony.
And amid news of Jane taking over, fans hailed the star as the ‘perfect choice’ to officiate at the ceremony, which takes place at The Lowry in Salford, Greater Manchester.
Prior to hosting the awards, Jane said, “Oh my god…..everyone knows how much I love my soaps, this year I’ve had the honor of being featured in Corrie, EastEnders and Emmerdale so this is just a dream come true .
“Can’t wait to see all our amazing soap nominees and celebrate all their hard work with them – roll on the awards, I can’t wait!”
Meanwhile, the top five soap operas – Coronation Street, Doctors, EastEnders, Emmerdale and Hollyoaks – will compete to earn recognition for their work over the past year.
The greats will take to the red carpet for the most star-studded and glamorous event in the soap calendar, airing on TV on Tuesday.
And after a sensational year of thrilling drama, shocking scandals and action-packed stunts, it will be a hotly contested contest to see who will go home with a coveted gong.
This year’s nominees include Charlotte Jordan (Coronation Street), Chris Walker (Doctors), Danielle Harold (EastEnders), Jeff Hordley (Emmerdale) and Nikki Sanderson (Hollyoaks) for Best Dramatic Performance.
While the likes of Todd Boyce (Coronation Street), Laura White (Doctors), Aaron Thiara (EastEnders), Michael Wildman (Emmerdale) and Angus Castle-Doughty (Hollyoaks) battle it out for Villain of the Year.
Meanwhile, it’s been a great year for soap opera storylines, with plots to tug at, get people talking and viewers screaming at their screens in both frustration and excitement.
Among the Best Storyline plots are Loving And Losing Lola for EastEnders, Paddy’s Suicide Attempt for Emmerdale and Incel Eric Targets Mason and Maxine for Hollyoaks.
Contenders for Scene Of The Year include Acid Attack for Coronation Street, Hell Is Empty for Doctors and Whitney and Zack Say Goodbye To Peach for EastEnders.
The best single episode is also up for grabs with names like EastEnders’ Goodbye Dot, Emmerdale’s All Male Man Club and Hollyoaks’ The Long Walk Home competing.
Stars from the soap operas will also compete for awards including Best Young Performer, Best Family, Best Comedy Performance, Best On-Screen Partnership and Best Newcomer.
While all the top five soaps will surely compete for the grand prize – Best British Soap – which was won by Emmerdale last year.
The winners of the Outstanding Achievement Prize and the Tony Warren Award will be announced that evening.
Jennifer Metcalfe was spotted with curlers in her hair for the red carpet of the Soap Awards in Manchester on Saturday afternoon.
Former Celebrity Big Brother housemate and West End star Claire has taken on the role of Cassie in Corrie, the mother of Weatherfield mechanic Tyrone Dobbs.
The Hollyoaks actress, 39,