Overview

• Natalie Cassidy told Radio Times the workout DVDs she fronted in 2007 and 2013 were “not a good move” and said she did them for the paycheck.
• She said she “can’t be bothered” to maintain intense exercise and wants to be content with her current size, emphasizing a balanced approach to food.
• Cassidy has previously disclosed an offer of about £100,000 for the projects, with reporting varying on the amount of weight she lost and her account of regaining it within weeks.
• After departing EastEnders earlier this year, she is leaning into new work including ITV’s Cooking With The Stars, podcasting and media appearances, with an autobiography due in October.
• She said she aims to model a healthy relationship with food and exercise for her children, stressing perspective over image pressure.