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This was definitely the week of the Charlatan and the con-artist. 

Top of the pile was pretend do-gooder Deena. At first, we were like - oh isn't she lovely and warm? She takes homeless kids into her own home and feeds them. She even wears cashmere!

That was before we realised what she was really up to - trying to lure George, Phoebe and pet dog Thunder into a lurid sex-ring. Did they manage to escape? We certainly hope so...#SaveGeorge!

How fitting then that, in a week full of Charlatans, Charlatan numero uno @Tim Burgess aka front-man of massive British band 'The Charlatans' had this to say on Twitter:

"Once again @Hollyoaks speaking the truth. How long till this show gets the BAFTA it deserves for their amazing scriptwriters ; )"

That was after Rhys and new guy Ally sung his praises with the brilliant track 'You're so Pretty - We're so Pretty'. Find that track, plus loads more, in this week's playlist...

Monday 30th January

Stop Stop - Black Keys

Hold on - SBTRKT

Tuesday 31st January

Everything Goes My Way - Metronomy

Tick - Yeah Yeah Yeahs

You're So Pretty - We're So Pretty - The Charlatans

Wednesday 1st February

Kiss the Stars - Pixie Lott

Thursday 2nd February

Songs About Your Girlfriend - Los Campesinos!

Friday 3rd February

Fool Yourself - Chase & Status feat. Plan B and Rage

Breakin a Sweat - Skrillex

If you want to see Tim Burgess on Hollyoaks, get involved in the #GetTimBurgessOnHollyoaks campaign @Hollyoaks. It's a preeeety long shot, but wouldn't it be amazing?

Is he a mans' man, or is he a man's man? Confused-much? 

It looks like Aussie Ally is taking the phrase 'Everybody needs good neighbours' a little bit too far, flirting with both Ste AND Amy.

What do you reckon: Is Ally gay, straight or a bit of both? Take part in our poll...

We all let out a big sigh of relief when the friendly lady wearing cashmere offered a way for George and Phoebe to escape the dangers of the streets...

But then this kind and caring Deena lady turned into a terrifying monster - one of the nastiest women in the history of Hollyoaks. Will this be a big enough warning to show George that he needs the support of his friends?

You can join the #SaveGeorge Campaign here.

Please continue to show your support for George by using #SaveGeorge on Twitter, we've had an amazing number of hashtag donations so far - thank you if you've got involved in raising awareness. 

Is Deena the devil the most evil character in Hollyoaks history? Let us know what you think George should do by leaving us a comment below...

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George has got a Home in our Hearts

For help and support on homelessness click here 

When is Jono going to man the heck up and admit his feelings for Ruby?

They're so cute when they're together. Almost too cute. So why can't he just admit that in front of his friends?

Well, we sort of know the answer to our own question actually. The truth is, in life, there are shepherds and there are sheep. Unfortunately, our Jono falls into the second bracket.

First he told Maddie and Tilly that his new ladyfriend was called Rebecca and that she was 'just a one off'. 

Then tonight, Jono was offered a chance to redeem himself. Whilst all the teens were out celebrating Neil "passing" his driving test, Ruby turned up. When she announced that she had a present for "her boyfriend" we all braced ourselves - is Jono finally going to come clean?

Just then he stuck the knife in - 'boyfriend? I know I'm good, but hold on'

GASP! Jono, you spineless little runt! How How dare you dismiss our Rubester like that?!

Should she even consider taking him back?

Either way, we think it's high-time that Jono GREW A PAIR. If you agree, then leave a message for him below...

...And don't forget to leave us a tweet @Hollyoaks, with the message #ManUpJono

It's the Irish legend's thirty third birthday! 

We've been celebrating Emmett Scanlan's (the one and only Brendan Brady's) special day - here's a little gif(t) for him, and everyone else, to enjoy. Get on your dancing shoes...

Top Birthday Tweets... keep 'em coming in!

@kieronrichardso: "It's our special boy @EmmettScanlan's special day!! Happy birthday lover!!!!!"

@AllAboutSoapMag "Happy birthday to our fave Hollyoaks Irish man @EmmettScanlan!"

@SuperKoop "Happy birthday to the one and only Mr @EmmettScanlan <3 BB 4eva!!"

@ShereeMurphy "@EmmettScanlan Happy birthday you old git!!! Have a great day.... Sending love from OZ x x x"

@TeamBronaghW "Everyone go wish the amazing @EmmettScanlan Happy birthday!!!"

And a tweet from the Birthday Boy himself...

@EmmettScanlan: "Am floored and honoured by the thousands of messages public and direct on all forums wishing me a happy Tirty Turd birthday...." 

Leave Emmett all your birthday messages by commenting below...

Poor George. He's pushed away all his friends. He's tired, hungry, cold and dirty. And he's living on the streets where danger is an everyday reality. But you can help.

Join the #SaveGeorge campaign today by...

• Leaving us a message of support for George by commenting below

• Tweeting @Hollyoaks and using the #SaveGeorge hashtag on Twitter

• Joining the Facebook campaign here

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George has got a Home in our Hearts

For help and support on homelessness click here 

Our Jonny Clarke, loveable rogue Bart McQueen, has been busy looking buff for iD Magazine this week.

And it looks like his talent for acting in front of the camera means he's pretty damn good at pulling a pose for one too. Warning: hearts may seriously flutter.

Watch the behind the scenes video from Jonny's photoshoot here...

And if you can't get enough of our Jonny, read his interview and see the pics in iD Magazine here. 

They're both madly in love. He's a jack-the-lad entrepreneur. She's a highly strung aspiring journo. Darren and Nancy. #Dancy, if you will...

He's also planning their entire wedding. Alone. That's right - he's got complete control over the whole proceedings - venue, flowers, food, dress...everything. And the scariest bit - she doesn't know a thing about it!

It's Can't Tell the Bride...

He'll meet obstacles along the way...

Wife Swap

Like the fact that, before they can get married, he'll have to get legal approval. That's because Nancy used to be married to Jake Dean, who, incidentally, used to be Darren's brother-in-law. Confused? Us too...

..,And how can he do that without Nancy finding out? Enlist his neurotic ex to pretend to be her, obvs. Inspired.

Picking the perfect ring and wedding dress

Nancy likes subtle and under-stated as a rule...so Darren opted for a rock the size of a Fox's Glacier Mint. Not a good start. Will he fare better with the dress?

Hmmm...not really a face that says 'I have total confidence that I've made the right choice', is it...?

The Gamble

Those problems will all pale in comparison if the groom can't overcome his own demons though. That's right - Darren's got a checkered past and a habit for gambling...

Will his gambling addiction ruin the whole wedding? Will he blow his budget on chips? You'll have to watch to find out. Can't Tell The Bride.

What did our little Deadbeat Darlings get down to this week? Get the hottest tracks from across the week right here...

Monday 23rd January

Ready to Go (Get Out of My Mind) - Panic! at the Disco

Tuesday 24th January

Who's Laughing Now? - Jessie J

Wednesday 25th January

Daydream in Blue - I Monster

10/10 - Paolo Nutini

Lovely Cup - Grouplove

Thursday 26th January

Promises - Deadbeat Darling

Listen to this week's playlist on Spotify here

Here at Hollyoaks, we pride ourselves on having a strong nose for garbage. It hasn't escaped our notice that Neil has been coming out with a lot of tall stories recently. Like this one: 'my nan just won the lottery'.

Our natural scepticism has been piqued. Nevertheless, we wanna give the lad a fair trial. A second opinion's always handy. So, what do you reckon - 'liar, liar pants on fire' or 'genuine, genuine, undies...er, not flammable'?

Neil says:

"I've been driving for years"

Neil says:

"I could take my test tomorrow bruv"

Neil says:

...he knows someone in West Coast Customs: "it's my cousin's mate's sister's brother's uncle yeah?"

Neil says:

"My mum, she’s sorted out my insurance so I can drive any car"

Neil says:

"I once did a few laps at the Brands Hatch. The main guy was running around screaming 'oh yeah, we’ve found him – the next Lewis Button'"