Ex-EastEnders star Cheryl alive and well

Cheryl Fergison, 55, who played Heather Trott in the BBC soap from 2007 to 2012, hit back after fans expressed shock at the rumours.

The star, who lives in Lytham and switched on the Christmas lights there last year, took to Instagram to confirm she is alive and well - and is set to be back on TV in the New Year.

She wrote: "Thank you for your concerns but I am alive and well despite confusion on some social media that I had passed away.

"Sadly we did lose George Michael the legend and wonderful man four years ago .. Heather Trott well yes she is dead but as for me Cheryl Fergison I’m looking forward to a wonderful new year where I wish our industry to get back into full flow.

"So with confidence I say look out for me back on your screens in the new year and here’s to exciting and wonderful new projects (like the secret says open your mind and be positive in the knowledge you will receive).

"Wishing you all a prosperous and wonderful new year, be patient, stay safe and remember life is for living it to the best we can."

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