Word is that Jennifer Ellison, former BBC Brookside actress, is planning to marry her long-term beau Tony Richardson at Vegas’ Little White Wedding Chapel on Valentine's Day.

According to a friend, as reported in the Daily Star, "Jennifer and Tony have been wanting to get married for ages and at one point were thinking of a lavish bash. But now they've decided to jet off to Vegas for three days over Valentine's and get married there for a giggle.

"Both of their families will be there and a selection of close pals - but none of Jen's showbiz pals will go as they want to keep the day private. Scott Henshall is the favourite dress designer to make Jen's gown and Tony has his sights on an Oswald Boateng suit."