THANKS FOR THE MEMORIES

16 March 2007

Since entering the Academy 10 days ago, celebrity student Tara has been on an incredible journey. And she's loved every minute of it.

Tara has gone from a bunny in the headlights to a real performer, but one of her biggest highlights has been meeting a certain someone who used to be in a certain soap...

"Barry from Eastenders!" Tara laughed as she revealed her best moments in the Academy. "And Kim Medcalf who was Sam woke me up this morning! I have never missed Eastenders, I know all about Barry's life and now I know Barry and I have seen Barry in his pants!"

On a serious note, Tara then said: "I will miss the people the most, the relationships I have made with the teachers," she smiled. "I'll probably even miss Kevin's dance classes and him shouting 'TARA!'"

But not only has Tara entertained, she has also helped to raise money for Comic Relief. "It's been great to be involved in a project that really does change people's lives," she revealed. "I get into the circle and face fear and dread for people who really face fear and dread in real life."

"It's the last night and I'm going to give it everything I've got. To be in the semi-final is incredible. I have to pinch myself to remind myself it's real," Tara said, shaking her head in disbelief.

"The whole thing has been amazing. I will never ever forget being in Fame Academy, it's the biggest thing I've ever done in my life."

Thanks Tara, it's been a blast!