James Moore 'confirms' he has married fiancée Sophie
The Ryan Stocks actor got married this weekendEmmerdale star James Moore has seemingly confirmed he has married fiancée Sophie – and even changed his relationship status to prove it!
James and Sophie got engaged in July 2022 and have been together since 2019. The Ryan Stocks actor and his new-wife had planned the big day for Saturday November 2 and it looked like it all went without a hitch!
Emmerdale star James Moore ‘confirms’ marriage
Back in November 2023, James shared the news he and Sophie were getting married in exactly a year on his social media. And although he has not posted any pictures or mention of the big day on his socials, he has updated his bio.
On his Instagram bio, it now reads as: “Actor. Artist. Disabled. Husband to @sophie_edwxrds.” Sophie’s account is private, but she has changed her handle to @sophiedawnmoore, seemingly confirmed she has taken the actor’s name now they’re wed.
Previous wedding update
Back in September, James gave fans an update on how things were coming along with the wedding planning. He wrote on Instagram:
“Can’t believe that it’s less than two months until me and Soph get married!! Time has only flown so quickly, but I like to think that we are well prepared. We made our wedding rings last week at @wyemade and it felt so special and unique and was another reminder that I can’t wait to spend the rest of my life with my favourite person,” he wrote.
The actor’s update also came alongside a polaroid snap of him and Sophie together, showing off their freshly-made wedding bling.
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Fans and co-stars were then quick to congratulate the happy c0uple.
This included co-star Ash Palmisciano, who plays Matty Barton on the soap.He wrote: “beautiful,” followed by a heart-shaped emoji.
“Nothing better than finding your soulmate. Congratulations on your up and coming wedding,” added one fan.
Stag do joy for Emmerdale star James Moore
Meanwhile, the nuptials come after James celebrated his stag do. Pictured by a tent in some woods, James said: “Stag weekend was amazing!! Thank you so much to all my friends who came together and put on the most amazing weekend. This is one I will remember forever.”
Among his stags was co-star Ash who also commented it had been “such an amazing weekend”.
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Matt Willis to front ‘groundbreaking’ BBC documentary The Recovery Project on drug addiction and rehabilitation
The 42-year-old will travel across South Wales where he aims to help those struggling with addiction with a bold new pilot scheme.
Its aims are to help vulnerable people have a second chance, find work and tackle the stigma that still surrounds addiction and recovery.
Matt has previously spoken openly about his addiction problems, and has endeavoured to try and change thought processes around addiction.
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Matt is launching a bold new initiative for addicts [Credit: BBC/South Shore][/caption]
How Matt Willis: The Recovery Project will work
The three-part documentary series will see the Busted singer travel to South Wales to work with communities in the grips of drug or alcohol addiction.
As he establishes the scheme, Matt will also speak to experts in recovery, as well as charities that aim to help those fighting addiction to explore fundamental ways these communities can change their ways of thinking.
Matt's efforts will also see him help those struggling gain meaningful employment, and looks at how having a sense of purpose can help people rebuild their lives.
The bold new programme will also aim to spark candid conversations about how people approach and support recovery in the UK.
The Recovery Project comes to screens as drug-related deaths in England and Wales reach record highs.
Speaking about his new series, Matt said in a statement: "I know what it’s like to say I am a drug addict, and the stigma that comes with that. I know what it’s like to go to rehab, I know what it’s like to relapse and I know what’s it’s like to be given a second chance.
"Because of that I’ve wanted to do a project like this for a long time. This is an exciting and ambitious chance to help others rebuild their lives and change the way we think and talk about addiction and recovery."
Matt Willis's drug addiction battle
Having shot to fame as part of Busted in 2000, Matt started to struggle with substances as he entered the showbiz circuit.
"I've always felt 'less than' in pretty much every situation I go into," he said on the Life of Bryony podcast last year. "I always felt like everyone just thought I was a bit of a d**k.
"It gave me everything I didn't have. It gave me confidence, it gave me ability to talk to people, to talk to girls, to talk to adults.
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Emma Willis has supported Matt through his journey [Credit: BBC][/caption]"[Booze and drugs] was a solution to my problem until it became my problem that I needed a solution from."
Matt also explored his addiction past in BBC One documentary Matt Willis: Fighting addiction. There, Matt's wife of 16 years and occasional co-presenter, Emma Willis, recalled the depths of his addiction.
In the 2023 doc, Emma believed she thought Matt could die, and would drive around to local pubs at night to find him when he didn't return home.
She added: "It wasn't easy. It's been incredibly heavy at times."
After attending rehab on four occasions, Matt has remained sober for the past five years.
Matt Willis presenting roles
Matt is now more than comfortable in front of the camera. He hosted I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here Now! for two years when he won the ITV jungle competition in 2006. Matt has also hosted Love is Blind UK alongside wife Emma, and the documentary Swiped: The School That Banned Smartphones last year.
The air date for his new BBC series is yet to be confirmed, but will air on BBC One and iPlayer.
Speaking about Matt's new three-part documentary series, Nick Andrews, Head of Commissioning for BBC Cymru Wales, said: "This is set to be another groundbreaking series from the brilliant team behind Freddie Flintoff's Field of Dreams.
"Matt Willis' fierce passion to tackle some the big issues caused by addiction is the driving force behind this ambitious project. We're looking forward to documenting his journey every step of the way."
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Matt will visit communities across Wales [Credit: BBC][/caption]Catherine Catton, Head of Commissioning, Factual Entertainment and Events for the BBC, added: “When you meet Matt, you see how deeply committed he is to helping others through recovery, and – through his own experiences - shining a light on the brutal reality of addiction.
"It's a real privilege to follow Matt as he tries to bring this unique project to life, aiming to transform the lives of recovering addicts while trying to create something with genuine legacy - not just for those involved, but hopefully a framework that could be adopted across the UK."
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Matt Willis: The Recovery Project will air on the BBC and BBC iPlayer later in the year
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