God. There's nothing like scrolling through celeb holiday pics when you're stuck at home with a bowl of cereal that definitely isn't a poolside cocktail. But here I am, living vicariously through Hollyoaks' Jorgie Porter who's out there living her best Spanish life while I'm still in my pajamas at 2pm.
The 37-year-old soap star (who's been playing Theresa McQueen since I was still using MySpace back in 2008) is showing off what can only be described as an unfairly amazing post-baby body - and get this - she only gave birth to her daughter FOUR MONTHS AGO. I've had food babies that took longer to shift.
White Bikini + Post-Baby Glow = How Is This Even Possible?
Jorgie was spotted lounging by the pool in Spain wearing this frilly one-shoulder white bikini that would make most new moms (including yours truly) run screaming for a cover-up. There she was, just casually stretching out along teh poolside like some sort of mythical creature who doesn't experience the normal effects of childbirth.
Listen. I'm not bitter.
But also... I kind of am? My cousin had a baby last year and she was still wearing those mesh hospital undies three months later. (Sorry, Jen, if you're reading this, but we both know it's true.)
The Family That Vacays Together...
Jorgie's been soaking up the Spanish sun with her fiancé Oliver Piotrowski and their two little ones - baby Peony (4 months) and Forest (2). Yes, those are their actual names, and yes, I'm now questioning all my future baby name choices. My partner vetoed "Chandelier" last week and I'm still not over it.
The family getaway comes just months after Jorgie welcomed baby Peony via c-section. And can we just appreciate for a moment that she had MAJOR ABDOMINAL SURGERY and is now parading around in a bikini that I couldn't pull off even after a 6-week juice cleanse and a personal trainer who cost me $3K I couldn't afford?
What's in a name? (Flowers, apparently)
Back in January, Jorgie revealed the meaning behind her daughter's unique name. "We'd not heard of anyone with the name Peony and I love the flowers, they're so beautiful," she told OK! magazine. She also mentioned they skipped a middle name because "Peony Porter Piotrowski" is already quite the mouthful for a tiny human.
She added, "Margot Robbie had her baby about a week after she announced her pregnancy – I was pregnant for what felt like 100 years!" I feel you, Jorgie. My friend was pregnant during summer 2019 and swears it lasted approximately 47 years.
The rocky road to motherhood
Becoming a mom hasn't been all sunshine adn poolside poses for Jorgie. She experienced the heartbreak of miscarrying quads in 2021, a year before welcoming her son Forest. That's the kind of loss that changes you forever - like walking around with an invisible backpack of grief that occasionally gets lighter but never fully disappears.
She announced her second pregnancy last May during the final episode of ITVBe's "Drama Queens" (which I binge-watched over a weekend when I was supposed to be cleaning my apartment). The reality series followed Jorgie and other soap actresses in their off-screen lives.
"So guys... guess what? I am pregnant. And I am a little bit moody, not full mood," she confessed to the camera. Her partner Ollie was seen touching her tummy as they admitted being both excited and "scared."
When will she return to the soap?
The actress is currently on maternity leave from Hollyoaks, where she's been a fixture since my college days. No word yet on when Theresa McQueen will make her dramatic return to the Channel 4 soap, but I'm guessing the producers are giving her enough time to enjoy these poolside moments before dragging her back to the drama.
Meanwhile, I'll just be here, eating chips straight from the bag and wondering if I should actually put on real clothes today.
Or not.
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Are there international adaptations of UK soap operas?
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Special episodes, such as anniversaries or holiday specials, are significant events in UK soap operas. They often feature dramatic storylines or significant character developments, drawing in higher viewership and creating buzz among fans.
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How long has "EastEnders" been on air?
"EastEnders" first premiered on February 19, 1985. It has since become one of the longest-running and most recognized soap operas in the UK, known for its compelling storylines and diverse characters.
Statistics
- More than 30% of the UK population watches at least one soap opera regularly.
- Soap operas have been shown to influence public opinion on social issues, with studies indicating a correlation between storylines and changes in viewer attitudes.
- The average viewership for "EastEnders" is approximately 5 million viewers per episode.
- Soap operas in the UK typically air 4 to 6 episodes per week, with "EastEnders" airing four times a week.
- As of 2023, "Emmerdale" has won the British Soap Award for Best British Soap multiple times, with over 20 wins.
- Hollyoaks, which premiered in 1995, has introduced several high-profile actors who have gone on to have successful careers in television and film.
- As of 2023, "EastEnders" has featured over 3,000 episodes since its launch, making it one of the most prolific soap operas in history.
- "Coronation Street" holds the record as the longest-running soap opera in the UK, having first aired in 1960.
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