Get all your news in one place.
100’s of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Lifestyle
Marina Hyde

Martine McCutcheon, bankrupt but still aware of her assets

Martine McCutcheon
Martine McCutcheon, bankrupt but not down. Photograph: David Levene for the Guardian

Bravo to Martine McCutcheon, who delivers a masterclass in how to "do" bankruptcy. The former EastEnder filed for bankruptcy this week, with the taxman her largest creditor. Ah well. Martine spent part of the day of the hearing anticipating a makeover. "Ooh," she exclaimed in several tweets on the subject. "I've just met the girls doing my hair extensions on Wednesday! So excited for longer lush locks!"

When news of her bankruptcy broke, she was back on. "I can't begin to express my love and gratitude for such kind and encouraging messages," she declared. "I'm truly so touched. I love you guys."

Whether Martine will emerge to accept posies from wellwishers is as yet uncertain. But she has the most luxuriant hair in Queer Street, so let that be an end to it.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100’s of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.