Former EastEnders actress Kara Tointon has revealed she underwent a double mastectomy following a gene test. The soap star, who was born in Basildon and also known for her work in dramas including The ...

She was one of the UK's biggest soap stars and made headlines after lifting the glitterball trophy at the height of her career back in 2010.

The soap star, 41, also known for her work in dramas including The Teacher and Mr Selfridge and for winning Strictly Come Dancing, explained she has the BRCA gene, which can put her at very high risk ...