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By NIOMI HARRIS FOR MAILONLINE

Published: 18:31 BST, 31 May 2025 | Updated: 18:32 BST, 31 May 2025

The great and the good of soap world descended upon London’s Hackney Empire on Saturday night as the British Soap Awards 2025 kicked off in style.

Leading the red carpet glamour was Jacqueline Jossa, who sizzled in a strapless black gown as she posed up a storm for the camera.

The actress was joined by the likes of Walford co-stars Patsy Palmer and Michelle Collins, who both dressed to impress during the night celebrating all things soap. 

Emmerdale and EastEnders will battle it out for the top categories at the ceremony, with each show receiving 13 nominations. 

The two shows have eclipsed rivals Coronation Street and Hollyoaks, who have secured 11 nominations each. 

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The British Soap Awards 2025 kicked off in style on Saturday night, with Jacqueline Jossa leading the red carpet glamour

The British Soap Awards 2025 kicked off in style on Saturday night, with Jacqueline Jossa leading the red carpet glamour

The actress was joined by the likes of Walford co-stars Patsy Palmer and Michelle Collins, who both dressed to impress during the night celebrating all things soap Michelle Collins looked gorgeous on the night

The actress was joined by the likes of Walford co-stars Patsy Palmer and Michelle Collins, who both dressed to impress during the night celebrating all things soap

The glitzy event will once again be hosted by Jane McDonald as it returns following a surprise hiatus last year.

As always, the numerous accolades will be presented by an array of well-known faces from across the TV and showbiz world, with the TV event broadcasting a few days later in a primetime slot.

The ceremony will celebrate a mammoth year in soaps looking back on 12 months of murder, mystery, make-ups, break ups, trials, tribulations and tears. 

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British Soap Awards 2025: Jacqueline Jossa wows in a strapless black gown as she joins chic Patsy Palmer and Michelle Collins in leading the red carpet glamour

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