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Loose Women’s Frankie Bridge always delivers when it comes to looking glamorous on a budget, and her recent occasionwear find is Marks & Spencer’s ‘sparkly’ diamante shoulder bag

Fashion fans can still get Frankie Bridge’s exact handbag from M&S (Image: Mike Marsland/WireImage)

With the party season approaching, Frankie Bridge has taken to social media to share her favourite occasionwear looks with fashion fans – and they’re nothing short of stunning. If you want to elevate your evening ensembles to the next level, one of the Loose Women star’s latest top finds from Marks and Spencer is ideal.

The product in question is the M&S Collection Diamante Shoulder Bag, £39.50, which is already proving popular with shoppers. Frankie, 35, called this item the “ultimate” party bag in the caption of a photo she shared to her Instagram last Sunday (October 27).

Marks and Spencer’s affordable shoulder bag features diamante detailing on the front, perfect for adding a bit of sparkle to your evening outfits. It has an adjustable shoulder strap, a zip fastening, along with a zip pocket and slip pocket inside for easy organisation.

Frankie wore the M&S buy with a plum-hued ASOS Design satin maxi dress, £65, but this is nearly sold out in all sizes. She added some £30 silver platform heels, also from ASOS, and River Island’s Silver Wave Cuff Bracelet that costs £15.

Customers have already left reviews of the Diamante Shoulder Bag on Marks & Spencer’s website, with one calling it “very pretty”. The shopper added: “I wanted something pretty but lightweight to take on holiday. This fits the bill perfectly and is big enough to hold a few items without being too bulky.”

Frankie shared her favourite autumn occasionwear looks on Sunday, October 27(Image: Instagram/@frankiebridge)

One of the accessories she posted was a shoulder bag from high street hero M&S(Image: Instagram/@frankiebridge)

Someone else wrote: “Stylish little bag, covered on one side with sparkly crystals. Practical size to hold everything needed for a night out. Great value for money and looks much more expensive than it actually cost!”

There are currently no negative comments of the M&S accessory, but one thing shoppers might want to note is that this bag isn’t an everyday option. Still, its silver hue pairs with almost any party ensemble and the diamante detailing will surely make any outfit look more expensive.

You can purchase the M&S Collection Diamante Shoulder Bag for £39.50, here. Best of all is that this item means you’ll qualify for the incredible offer on the Marks & Spencer Beauty Advent Calendar.

When you spend £35 on clothing, home or beauty, the M&S festive countdown – worth over £300 – can be yours for just £50. After meeting the spending requirement, simply add T317030 to your basket.

Similar accessories to consider include New Look’s Silver Diamanté Slouch Clutch Bag for £29.99 (£22.49 with code PAYDAY25) and the Lillia Silver Diamante Bag (£29.99) from Public Desire.

Alon Aboutboul – who had roles in both The Dark Knight Rises and Rambo III – has died at the age of 60 after being pulled from the sea in front of horrified tourists

Alon Aboutboul has died at the age of 60 after being pulled from the sea on a popular tourist beach. Alon played Dr Pavel in The Dark Knight Rises, the final film in Christopher Nolan’s Batman trilogy.

He was swimming on HaBonim Beach in Tel Aviv on Tuesday morning when he came out of the sea. He told people he was feeling unwell, according to onlookers, before collapsing.

Paramedics rushed to the scene but were unable to resuscitate him, despite trying for an hour to revive him. The cause of death is currently not known and Alon is survived by his wife and four kids.

Israeli Culture and Sport Minister Miki Zohar posted a tribute, which read: “Last night I watched an interview with him, where he talked about filming a movie he recently participated in, and the passion for the profession that radiated from him was evident even after so many years in the field.

Alon Aboutboul was unable to be resuscitated by paramedics ( 
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“Alon was an Ophir Award and Television Academy Award winner and over the years portrayed a wide range of characters to which he brought depth and emotion, leaving a deep mark on Israeli culture. May his memory be blessed.”

In The Dark Knight Rises, Alon played Dr Pavel, who was a Russian nuclear physicist. Bane – played by Tom Hardy – was after Pavel and managed to kidnap him on a plane. As he prepares to to jump out of the jet with Pavel, he tells the physicist, “Calm down, doctor. Now is not the time for fear. That comes later.”

Aside from the Batman movie, he also starred in a number of Israeli movies and Rambo III. He also appeared in the hit TV show Snowfall, which also stars actor Damson Idris.

Most recently, Alon appeared in The German as Amos Shapira for eight episodes and had a voice role in Pantheon. He also appeared in FBI: International as well as guest roles in Hawaii Five-0, NCIS: Los Angeles and Lost and Found.

HaBonim beach is a popular destination for tourists and part of it is a nature reserve. It has stunned coastal bays and inlets and has more of these dramatic natural features than any other beach in Israel.

The HaBonim area is known for its lovely hikes and stunning beaches and nearby, there is the Tel Dor National Park, which features the remains of an ancient city and harbour. There are various lookout points including over the Tel Dor ruins and also Nahsholim Beach, which extends to the north. There is also a great view from Tulip Hill.

Wynne Evans, 53, known for the Go.Compare insurance advertisements, competed in the 20th anniversary series of the hit dancing programme with professional dancer Katya Jones

Welsh opera singer Wynne Evans has levelled accusations at BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing, claiming it to be “fundamentally flawed in its duty of care”. The 53-year-old tenor, famed for his appearances in the Go.Compare insurance adverts, took part in the 20th anniversary series of the popular dance show alongside professional dancer Katya Jones.

In May, Evans revealed he had been let go by the BBC and would no longer host on BBC Radio Wales after apologising for using “inappropriate language” during the launch of the Strictly tour.

His apology followed a report by the Mail On Sunday in January that he had directed a sexual joke at one of the other professional dancers, Janette Manrara.

In an Instagram post featuring a photo of the Strictly professionals, Evans wrote: “What it Feels Like to See Pictures of Strictly? I’ll be the first to admit I’ve made mistakes. Not quite the way the Daily Mail would have you believe, but mistakes all the same.”

Wynne Evans shared this snap on his social media accounts ( 
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Evans accused the BBC of engaging in a series of “lies and cover‐ups in order to absolve themselves of any wrongdoing” and said this was the “hardest part” for him.

He continued: “From my dealings right at the very top with (BBC director-general) Tim Davie, through BBC Wales and the HR department, one feeling has been constant: the only thing they truly care about is protecting themselves and their jobs and Ratings – people come second.

“When I first stepped into the rehearsal room at Strictly, I thought it would be a magical experience. And at the start, it was. But the very first thing I was told was: ‘Don’t trust anyone in this room – not even me.’”.

“That hit me hard. I’ve always worn my heart on my sleeve, and while I may sometimes sail close to the line, there’s never malice in what I do. What I wasn’t prepared for was the way people will protect their personal and BBC brands, at any cost.”

Evans alleged in his statement that the HR department “twisted facts, invented files and dates, and created a version of events that simply wasn’t true”.

“Statements were issued in my name that I hadn’t even seen, let alone agreed to. My voice was taken away,” he said. Evans had previously stated he never authorised the statement released by the BBC in January where he apologised for making an “inappropriate and unacceptable” comment.

At the time, a BBC spokesperson said: “The apology issued on Wynne’s behalf by the Strictly Come Dancing Tour PR representative on Saturday January 25 was fully approved by Wynne.”

The opera singer alluded to suicidal thoughts in his emotional post
Evans also revealed in his Tuesday post: “Tim Davie publicly promised that the BBC would safeguard people who took part in Strictly. I thought about that promise while sitting in a psychiatrist’s office near the BBC, staring out of the window at the BBC building, fighting to save my own life. That’s how close I came to the edge.

“I’m not writing this as a victim, as I said I will own my mistakes. I’m writing it because the system is broken. Strictly is now fundamentally flawed in its duty of care. It’s allowed to continue because of ratings, while people’s wellbeing is left in tatters.”

In 2024, the BBC conducted a review into allegations of bullying and harassment against former Strictly dancer Giovanni Pernice, which were made by his ex-dance partner Amanda Abbington.

The broadcaster upheld some, but not all, of the complaints made and implemented a range of new measures to enhance welfare. This included having a chaperone present “at all times” during training room rehearsals.

Evans has had a varied career, performing in the 25th anniversary of The Phantom Of The Opera and winning Celebrity MasterChef in 2023.

In May, he told the Sun that a comment he made on the Strictly Come Dancing tour was not sexual or aimed at one of the female cast members, but was actually a nickname for fellow contestant, EastEnders actor Jamie Borthwick. In June, the opera singer announced his comeback to radio with The Wynne Evans Show, a live weekday internet broadcast.

The BBC declined to comment on this story.

This Morning presenter Cat Deeley and The Late Late Show host Patrick Kielty have announced their shock split after 13 years of marriage in a joint statement

Patrick Kielty and Cat Deeley(Image: Getty Images)

On Tuesday, TV stars Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty shocked fans by announcing their split after more than a decade of marriage in a bombshell statement.

Now, insiders have revealed the ‘real reason’ behind the former couple’s seemingly sudden split after 13-years of marriage. Patrick, 54, and Cat, 48, sent shockwaves when they confirmed their split joint statement to the PA news agency.

Their statement read: “We have taken the decision to end our marriage and are now separated. There is no other party involved.

“We will continue to be united as loving parents to our children and would therefore kindly ask for our family privacy to be respected. There will be no further comment.”

The former couple met while hosting BBC’s Fame Academy together in 2002, but it wasn’t until 2011 that they finally decided to take their friendship to a romantic level. The two wed a year later in September 2012 at a ceremony in Rome and have two children, Milo, 9, and James, 6, together.

Patrick and Cat were married for 13 years(Image: Getty Images North America)

Following their shock split, insiders have now claimed that their equally busy work schedules got in the way and drove a wedge between their marriage.

Cat has hosted ITV’s This Morning alongside Ben Shephard since early last year, and previously lived in Los Angeles for more than 10 years. Meanwhile, Northern Irish presenter Patrick is the host of RTE talk show The Late Late Show, having taken over from Ryan Tubridy in 2023.

Despite living in the UK, Patrick would travel to Dublin every week to present the show from the RTE studios. Due to their clashing schedules, it became difficult for Patrick and Cat to spend quality time together, according to insiders.

Shedding light on the apparent reason behind their marriage split, the source said: “It is such sad news. They were so happy after they moved back to London, and would talk about their grand plans to renovate the house for the family.

Patrick travels to Dublin weekly to host the Late Late Show(Image: PA)

“But sadly, as so often happens with relationships, work got in the way and it put a huge strain on the marriage.”

The insider told Mail Online: “When Cat took the This Morning job in 2024, they were becoming more and more like ships in the night.

“Patrick, in particular, has been spending more time in his native Dundrum where he has had a home for 25 years. His aunt died on Christmas Eve, and his mother’s health was up and down before her death in March. His brothers John and Cahal have been such a comfort to him.”

The sad news of their split comes following concerns from fans that the couple would struggle with their different schedules when Cat and co-host Ben Shephard took over from Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield on ITV’s This Morning.

Cat Deeley hosts This Morning alongside Ben Shepherd (Image: ITV)

It has even been claimed that Cat and Patrick were living separate lives before their shock split was announced on Tuesday.

However, Patrick previously hit back at the idea that the TV stars were struggling to spend time together, insisting they had developed a routine that worked for them and their two sons.

When asked by The Times if the couple were like “ships passing in the night”, Patrick denied this “because Cat’s doing her stuff in the morning, she would normally be back just after lunchtime”.

The comedian added: “And we’ve got the start of the week and the weekends together, so it’s not ‘Hi/bye’.”

Patrick and Cat have ended their marriage after 13 years (Image: Getty Images North America)

Despite providing a positive outlook on the situation during the interview, Patrick also acknowledged that the couple went through a “tricky” period when Cat had to film So You Think You Can Dance in the US for seven weeks.

He recalled: “There was a moment after Christmas that was tricky, when Cat’s show [So You Think You Can Dance] came back in America, and she had to fly to Atlanta for seven weeks.

“There was a wee bit of a juggle there. But I think with all these things, as long as you have a routine, it doesn’t take as much fizz out of you as some people think.”

However, just a couple months on from Patrick’s comments, he and Cat announced their separation.

Patrick and Cat have ended their marriage(Image: Rex)

Prior to their unexpected announcement, the couple had moved their family from Los Angeles to London in 2023, and Patrick was commuting to his job on The Late Late Show. It came after living in the States for 15 years.

They hadn’t been pictured together in public for over a year, however, and Cat also missed Patrick’s mother’s funeral in March.

At the time, a spokesperson told the Mirror that Cat had remained at home to care for their sons, explaining: “Cat remained at home to be there for her two young children before and after school on this very sad day.”

The Mirror has approached Patrick and Cat’s respective representatives for comment on this story.

Princess Andre admitted her ‘bank account hates her’ after spending thousands on designer goods after vowing to become a millionaire before she’s 20

Princess Andre has splashed the cash on a huge haul of designer gear (Image: Getty Images for Bauer)

Princess Andre has splashed the cash on a huge haul of designer gear after bagging a mega money reality TV deal. The daughter of Peter Andre and Katie Price, who recently turned 18, is currently filming her fly-on-the-wall show as she promises to give fans a sneak peak into her glamorous life.

The teenager, who also models for fashion brand, Pretty Little Thing, boasts more than 743,000 followers on her Instagram, and has contracts with Superdrug, Studio London, Morphe and Revolution, has vowed to become a ‘millionaire by the age of 20’.

And it looks like she’s getting in some practice for her bumper pay day, after hitting the shops and spending thousands on goods from Louis Vuitton, the Apple store, Charlotte Tilbury makeup and Sephora.

Princess Andre admitted her ‘bank account hates her’ after spending thousands on designer goods(Image: Princess Andre/Instagram)

Sharing snaps of the bags from the boot of her car, Princess admitted: “My bank account hates me” as she posted the snap on Instagram. She also shared a photo of luxury store, Louis Vuitton, where its monogrammed bags start from over £1,000.

Princess made her modelling debut last year with PLT and is preparing to star in her own TV show for the first time.

The influencer is set to make thousands and take after her famous parents by becoming a reality star in her own right.

A source told The Sun: “Princess is very conscious of the fact her mum got famous very early in her career, so Katie is a big inspiration to her. Bagging her own TV show is a huge deal, but producers are keen to stress it is about her and not her famous parents. Both Katie and Peter are likely to feature, though it will likely be more as cameo stars.”

She also shared this snap from the Louis Vuitton store, where bags cost thousands of pounds(Image: Princess Andre/Instagram)

However, Katie recently claimed that she’d been banned from appearing in the show on Princess’ birthday as she appeared to blame her ex, Peter and his management.

Speaking to her sister, Sophie, on their podcast, she said: “Princess is now officially an adult so mummy and Princess can now go out together. If certain people would let her be seen with me.

“Everyone knows she’s doing this documentary – and I’m not in it. Certain people don’t think it’s good for Princess to be seen with me. Certain people that used to look after me.”

“You aren’t on brand Katie. You are too risky Katie that’s why,” her sister retorted. “It’s pathetic. I’m her mother,” Katie snapped.

“It’s so sad,” she lamented. “When certain people who used to look after me are now looking after…” Katie was then cut off by sister Sophie who encouraged her to “save it for another day.”

Emmerdale’s Mary Goskirk could be set for a new love interest after heartbreak earlier this year, with fans wondering if a new character will embark on a romance with her

Emmerdale’s Mary Goskirk could be set for a new love interest(Image: ITV)

There could be a new Emmerdale romance on the cards, fans are predicting, amid recent heartache.

Viewers are hoping Mary Goskirk will find love after the drama with Suzy Merton earlier this year. A new theory has predicted she will end up with a new character who recently arrived on the ITV soap.

Fans were introduced to new farmer Celia, played by actress Jaye Griffiths, just weeks ago. She featured in drama with Paddy Kirk, while she also got on the wrong side of Moira Dingle.

So could Celia and Mary cross paths, and might it lead to an unexpected romance for the pair? Some fans are certainly hoping so, with a new theory that the pair could “date”.

The theory read: “Mary and Celia need to date… and now I have thought so much about it I am losing my mind. I actually need this SO BADLYYYY.”

Another fan agreed Mary “needs a partner”, while a third asked: “When will Mary find love and who with?” also keen to see her be happy with someone. As for a possible pairing, another fan said: “Mary & Celia … maybe .”

Fans were introduced to new farmer Celia, played by actress Jaye Griffiths, just weeks ago(Image: PA)

The comments kept on coming with one reading: “Bit late but I also think Mary and Celia would be so interesting.” Another post read: “I saw another fan say Mary and Celia and I think it could work.”

Other romances called for by fans included a Robron reunion amid Aaron Dingle and ex-husband Robert Sugden getting closer again, and a Vanity reunion for Charity Dingle and Vanessa Woodfield. Some fans wondered whether Bear and Claudette might be paired up.

Amid Vinny Dingle’s turmoil, fans have wondered if he and Kammy may end up together, or if Kammy and Vinny’s fiancée Gabby will get together. Victoria Sugden and Mackenzie Boyd is another couple fans came up with.

Multiple fans believed that last suggestion had “potential” even giving them a ship name. Others wanted to see Victoria with someone new, while fans also wanted to see Belle Dingle with someone after her abusive marriage to Tom King.

It comes as new spoilers gave Robron and Vanity fans fresh hopes that both ships would reconcile(Image: ITV)

With Bernice Blackstock teased to be returning, fans wanted her and Bob Hope as an item too. Manpreet Sharma and Billy Fletcher were another possible future couple named by viewers.

Other pairings included Charles and Laurel, Arthur and Lewis, Lewis and Vinny and Billy and Gabby. So it seems viewers are keen for a redo where most of the couples are concerned.

It comes as new spoilers gave Robron and Vanity fans fresh hopes that both ships would reconcile. Charity confides in Vanessa during a worrying time next week, while Robert and Aaron make amends over a coffee.

Patrick Kielty’s RTE bosses have confirmed the star’s future on the channel after his surprise split from wife of 13 years, Cat Deeley

Patrick Kielty’s TV future has been confirmed following his split from Cat Deeley. Irish television channel RTÉ released an update following the pair’s surprise announcement.

And the organisation has announced that despite personal challenges, Patrick will be returning to host The Late Late Show come September. The news follows the surprising revelation that Patrick and his wife Cat Deeley are parting ways after 13 years of marriage.

The couple, who reside in London with their two sons, James, aged 8, and Milo, aged 5, have been living there while Patrick commuted weekly to RTÉ for hosting duties. An RTÉ spokesperson confirmed the comedian’s return, stating: “RTÉ looks forward to Patrick returning to the Late Late Show in September.”

Patrick Kielty is the host of RTE’s The Late Late Show
Patrick had previously disclosed a three-season contract with the national broadcaster, reports the Irish Mirror. The father of two has made it known that he will personally cover all travel and accommodation expenses associated with his role on the show.

Kielty, who is set to earn €250,000 per season, also mentioned he would receive €20,000 for pre-show preparations and rehearsals. Before taking up the mantle as Late Late host, he shared: “I’m pleased to finally be able to share that I’ve signed a three-season deal to host The Late Late Show beginning this September.

Patrick Kielty and Cat Deeley have split up ( 
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“I’m being paid €250,000 per 30-show season. If additional shows are requested by RTÉ, they’ll be paid on a pro-rata basis.

“I’m also receiving a one-off payment of €20,000 to cover the pre-production and rehearsals from now to September. The contract allows me to submit flight and accommodation expenses, but I’ve waived this.

“I’ve made it clear to RTE that I will be covering my own flights and accommodation costs. I’ve also asked RTÉ to carbon offset my flights. I genuinely hope this helps clarify things going forward. I can’t wait to get started.”

The news of Patrick’s professional future comes after he and Cat released a joint statement together regarding their split. In a statement shared with the PA news agency, the pair said: “We have taken the decision to end our marriage and are now separated. There is no other party involved.

“We will continue to be united as loving parents to our children and would therefore kindly ask for our family privacy to be respected. There will be no further comment.”

It’s not clear at present exactly when the couple split. However, they had been spending time apart due to their conflicting schedules.

While Patrick had a huge contract in Ireland, Cat’s This Morning role saw her required to be in London.

The last time Cat referenced Patrick on her Instagram account came in October 2023. It came a month after the pair were last at a public appearance together.

A Gogglebox couple has been axed from the Channel 4 show after almost four years on our screens, with the pair revealing that they were “not asked back” by the broadcaster

Gogglebox couple Roisin Kelly and Joe Kyle have been axed from the Channel 4 show after three years on the sofa, the favourites have said in an emotional post. The couple made Gogglebox history as the first Scottish pair to appear on the show back in February 2022.

Roisin, 26, and Joe, 28, have now revealed that they were “not asked back” by Channel 4 for the next series and have been “dumped” by the show after almost four years. Taking to TikTok with the sad statement, Roisin wrote: “After three and a half years of sitting on the sofa channel 4 have decided it’s time for Joe and I to stretch our legs and have not asked us back for season 26.

Roisin Kelly shared a statement on TikTok, revealing that she was not returning to Gogglebox with her partner Joe ( 
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“Therefore we are leaving the Gogglebox family. We couldn’t be more grateful to Studio Lambert for the opportunity, the experience has actually been so mad and we will miss watching tv with you all on Friday nights! It’s been an honour to represent Scotland as some of the first Scottish people on the show and prove we don’t actually need subtitles.”

Roisin went onto thank the show’s crew, sharing: “We have made friends for life and after filming every week for years you have become like our family! We could not have asked for better people to work with and we will miss you immensely.”

After thanking their fans, she added: “It for sure has been a once in a lifetime opportunity. Time to watch tv in silence for a bit and put down the popcorn. Miss you already, Roisin and Joe x x x.”

Alongside the statement, Roisin also shared a series of memes they had made – including one of a screengrab from Toy Story where Channel 4 is villain Sid and the couple are Woody being dropped to the floor. “I don’t want to play with you anymore,” Sid is seen saying.

Roisin and Joe have been Gogglebox staples since 2022 ( 
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Another picture showed a child crying with the caption: “Being dumped from gogglebox.” However, the next image was of Captain America’s Anthony Mackie celebrating with the words: “No longer having to adhere to a contract and can work with brands and companies.”

Fans quickly flooded the comments with messages of support, with one writing: “Loved you & Joe on Gogglebox. Won’t be the same without you.” Another said: “NOOOOOOOOOO I JUST FELL TO THE FLOOR IN ASDA.”

A third wrote: “That’s a real shame,” while a fourth added: “Awww no! I will miss you guys flying the flag for Scotland.”

It happened outside Buckingham Palace, and live on the BBC

Chloe Kelly forced BBC presenter Alex Scott to issue an immediate apology today (July 29) after she swore outside Buckingham Palace at the victory parade held to celebrate the Lionesses‘ Euro 2025 win.

More than 10,000 people lined The Mall to welcome the ladies and their trophy home from Switzerland.

Viewers at home also watched as the team made their way down The Mall on an open-top bus. They then headed to the stage, set up in front of Buckingham Palace. Alex Scott was then on hand to interview some of the players, before Heather Small performed live.

However, the air was quickly turned blue at the celebrations by that potty-mouthed, penalty-scoring champion Chloe Kelly

The victory parade saw the Lionesses travel up The Mall in an open-top bus (Credit: BBC)

Chloe Kelly swears outside Buckingham Palace

Speaking to Alex Scott – who became emotional herself when presenting from the final – Chloe thanked everyone for the support during this year’s Euros. However, caught up in the moment, the star shocked the host – and viewers watching at home – as she dropped the F-bomb.

Chloe said: “Thank you to everyone that got out to support us. Whether that’s in Switzerland or out here today. It’s so [bleep]ing special.”

With the interview going out live on the BBC, and with thousands of kids in the audience in The Mall, Alex was quick to say sorry.

“We are live so I will apologise for that language right there,” the presenter said.

Captain Leah Williamson was also interviewed. She appeared overwhelmed by the size of the crowd and admitted she was struggling with her emotions. Goalie Hannah Hampton also chatted to Alex. Her interview came a day after she announced the death of her grandfather.

Chloe Kelly divided viewers after swearing during the live broadcast (Credit: BBC)

Viewers react

Many watching at home appreciated that Chloe was caught up in the moment. One posted: “Chloe Kelly is SO [bleep]ing Special.” Another commented: “Big up to @chloekelly for dropping an adjectival F-bomb live on TV outside Buckingham Palace.”

Proud to be English? Language is appalling!!!

A third joked: “Chloe Kelly just got a lifetime ban from BBC.”

The England team were greeted by 10,000 fans outside Buckingham Palace (Credit: BBC)
However, not everyone felt the same, with Chloe – who scored the winning penalty – coming in for some stick online.

“Did foul-mouthed #chloekelly just swear!!?” asked one viewer. “Proud to be English? Language is appalling!!! How embarrassing,” said another.

“Indeed, so unnecessary,” said another.

However, others had the England hero’s back. “One word. Not repeated. Slipped out through emotion and adrenaline. You could see she was mortified and wanted to wrap up her interview. It really isn’t that deep,” they said.

Someone else agreed and predicted: “No doubt some weirdos are going to complain to Ofcom about Chloe Kelly swearing on live TV.”

Lionesses win the Euros – twice in succession

Sunday night (July 27) saw Chloe and the rest of the team beat Spain on penalties to win their second successive Euros trophy. They then enjoyed a boozy party with their loved ones until the wee small hours of the morning.

Last night, they headed to 10 Downing Street for a celebration with Angela Rayner.

Now, we’re all hoping they’re recognised on the King’s New Years Honours List.

It’s coming home!

The England women’s national football team, better known as the Lionesses, are defending their title as European champions this year after beating Italy in a tense semifinal match – but who are the partners they’ll be celebrating with if they win?

With standout performances from Chloe Kelly, Hannah Hampton, Leah Williamson, Michelle Agyemang, and just about every other member of the squad, this year’s Euros tournament has been a nail biter.

But what do we know about the Lionesses’ lives behind the scenes?

From Leah Williamson breaking her silence on the so-called Spanish “kiss-gate” scandal to Chloe Kelly looking “so beautiful” at her star-studded Cheshire marriage to Everton groundsman Scott Moore, here’s the lowdown on the Lionesses’ love lives.

The Lionesses are the perfect role models in this social media-crazed world (Credit: Splash News)

Lionesses captain Leah Williamson

In May this year, Leah Williamson and the rest of Arsenal celebrated a remarkable win over Barcelona, getting their hands on the Champions League trophy for the second time.

Leah posted on social media that it was “Magic. Pure Magic. What a weekend, see you at the Emirates Gooners.”

Among those joining Leah in celebrating the win was American journalist and former Miss USA, Elle Smith. She shared a black-and-white photo of herself and Leah cosying up, trophy in hand, with four crown emojis. Rumours online – and social media comments on their posts – suggest they’re a couple.

Born 1998 in Springfield, Ohio, Elle studied at the University of Kentucky and earned the title of Miss USA in 2021. She was the vice president of her university’s National Association of Black Journalists chapter, and has worked as an on-air reporter for a regional TV station in Kentucky.

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Chloe Kelly met her husband Scott Moore on the Everton grounds

As Chloe prepared to come off the bench in the Lionesses’ quarter-final against Sweden, the BBC cameras caught a glimpse of her shin pads. They feature a photo of her and her husband on their wedding day.

Chloe and Scott Moore first met while she was playing for Everton. He had a job as a groundsman, per the Sun, and sparks flew after she held a door open for him.

He went on to sent her a missive on Instagram, and one thing led to another.

They became engaged in December 2023, on a trip to Finnish Lapland, with the Northern Lights for a romantic backdrop.

Scott proposed during a private husky ride. She called it the “easiest yes ever”. They tied the knot at Merrydale Manor in Cheshire in July last year.

He still works as a greensman. But Chloe left Everton in 2020. She spent five years at Manchester City and joined Arsenal in 2025.

Chloe Kelly and her husband Scott Moore tied the knot in July 2024 (Credit: Splash News)

Lionesses’ partners – Lauren Hemp celebrated by footballer girlfriend after MBE honour

In 2024, Lauren Hemp received an MBE for her services to football – including her role in the Lionesses’ victory at the 2022 European Championship.

The Manchester City footballer paid a visit to Windsor Castle for the investiture, as featured in a social media post by her partner, fellow footballer Ashley Hodson.

Born in Prescot, Merseyside in 1995, Ashley played for Liverpool, Birmingham City and Sheffield United. However, she announced her retirement from football last summer.

She has been in Switzerland this year watching Lauren help push the Lionesses through to the final, cheering from the stands and soaking up the “vibes, views and football”.

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Meet Ella Toone’s partner – Celtic footballer Joe Bunney

Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone is dating (awkwardly) Manchester City devotee Joe Bunney. But he maintains that he is her biggest cheerleader.

They are both from Manchester, and met through mutual friends. Joe plays for Stalybridge Celtic, and has two children from a previous partner.

Over the years, Joe has put in stints with Bolton Wanderers, Matlock Town, Hartlepool United, Altrincham, Macclesfield, Ashton United and Hyde United, among others.

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Lionesses’ partners – Jess Carter is in a relationship with German goalkeeper Ann-Katrin Berger

Jess and Ann-Katrin Berger first met while playing for Birmingham City in 2016. They became housemates and good friends and, ultimately, partners, moving to Chelsea together three years later.

“I had broken up with my boyfriend when I moved in, but as far as I knew I was straight,” the Sun quotes Jess as saying.

Ann-Katrin took her out for a dinner date in August 2017, and things moved along quickly afterwards.

“I was quite nervous because I didn’t know what her reaction would be,” she said later. “I always knew she was quite an open person, and she’d never ruled out being with a woman. At the same time, I heard her talk about guys, so I wasn’t sure.”

They have been together since, and this year celebrate eight years together. Berger has been among the standout players this tournament, making some mind-bending saves for the German team.

Jess, meanwhile, has made headlines for the amount of racist abuse she says she has received over the last few weeks. Not ideal: she is a star.

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Behind the rumoured ‘romance’ between Lioness teammates Bronze and Walsh

The year the Lionesses won the UEFA European Championships, the Metro reported that there were rumours about an off-pitch partnership between teammates Lucy Bronze and Keira Walsh.

They played together at Manchester City, then transferred together to Barcelona during the summer of 2022. The paper notes that they have spent time with each other’s families and enjoyed a trip to Los Angeles together in May 2022.

However, neither has confirmed the rumours, so for now, they remain just that. Maybe something happened, maybe it didn’t. Maybe it did but they have since parted ways.

Either way, as defender and midfielder, they form the backbone of the England squad. And they will be hoping they can hold the trophy up once again after Sunday’s final.