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Achieving stardom as the often unlucky Heather Trott in EastEnders , Cheryl Fergison's own life could give any Albert Square storyline a run for its money. ‌

Now, nearing her 60th birthday, her explosive memoir, Behind The Scenes, offers a frank glimpse into her most unforgettable experiences - including her initial encounter with Moroccan spouse Yassine el Jamouni. ‌

The 39-year-old is Cheryl's junior by 21 years, and she developed feelings for him through online conversations. Yassine, or Yas, as Cheryl came to call him "was warm, funny and endlessly curious." ‌

"I was a 45-year-old single mum, divorced and juggling work with caring for my kid," Cheryl wrote. "He was 24 and living in a suburb in Agadir, Morocco, he fixed computers in hotels, spoke Arabic, French an

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