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  • Richard Osman claims John Torode used ‘worst racial slur there is’ which led to sacking

    Richard Osman claims John Torode used ‘worst racial slur there is’ which led to sacking

    BBC star and former Endemol creative director Richard Osman has spoken out about John Torode’s MasterChef exit, sharing the ‘real reason’ he was let go from the programme

    Richard Osman has opened up about John Torode's MasterChef exit
    Richard Osman has opened up about John Torode’s MasterChef exit

    BBC star Richard Osman has broken his silence on John Torode’s MasterChef exit, claiming that he was given the option to stay on the show by the BBC under one condition. Earlier this week, John Torode was fired from MasterChef after an allegation of him using “an extremely offensive racist term” was upheld.

    The TV presenter said in a statement that he had “no recollection” of it happening and that he only found out that his contract had been terminated after the BBC and production company Banijay put out the news. Now, Richard Osman – who was a creative director at Banijay’s Endemol Shine – has shared his insight into the situation, claiming that the show had asked the TV presenter to do a training course and take a year off from the show after the allegation was upheld.

    Richard Osman has given his insight into John Torode's exit
    Richard Osman has given his insight into John Torode’s exit

    Speaking on his podcast, The Rest is Entertainment, Richard explained: “They took John Torode aside, this was my understanding of the whole situation, and said: ‘We believe that this happened. We believe that you used this language.’ He denied it.

    “They said to him – whether this was the BBC or Banijay – they said to him, ‘We will accept if you want to take a year off, you have to do a mandatory training course to understand and accept that this is not something we particularly want in our workplace.’

    “That was denied. He said, ‘Of course I’m not going to do that. I didn’t do this in the first place anyway so why would I ever do this?’”

    He added that the show then decided to let John go. “John Torode said, ‘The first I knew about it was I read it in the papers.’ And my understanding is that’s not true – the first thing he knew about it was when he was told it,” Richard added.

    Richard went onto claim that while John had claimed that the BBC asked him to resign and blame his mental health, the “only conversation” had was asking him to do a training course.

    Richard explained: “The only conversation was, ‘We believe this happened. We will give you a second chance, a lifeline, which is you take a year, you take a series off, you go and do something, talk to people who maybe persuade you that this is not the way to act in a certain workplace.’ And he said that he was not prepared to do that.”

    Richard later alleged that there were further claims that weren’t upheld. “And by the way, there’s all sorts of things that weren’t upheld because they couldn’t say for certain they believed it happened. But, you know, on this particular occasion, it’s not woke gone mad,” Richard said.

    “You know, he used, I think, probably the worst racial slur there is. And they found that to be substantively true. They found evidence that they were happy with — that that was true.

    “He is saying, ‘I definitely didn’t do it. I certainly can’t remember it,’ but that one was upheld.”

    The Mirror has reached out to John Torode’s representation for comment. Banijay declined to comment.

    John Torode is now planning to take legal action against the BBC over his sacking, a source told The Mirror yesterday. “He wants to pursue them for unfair dismissal. He’s telling people there is no proof of his supposed comment. It was not in a work capacity, it was just hearsay. John is determined to clear his name,” they said.

  • Gloria Hunniford opens up on first Christmas without husband after sad death

    Gloria Hunniford opens up on first Christmas without husband after sad death

    Loose Women star Gloria Hunniford has opened up on how she is marking her first Christmas without her husband Stephen Way, who passed away in August after a long illness

    Gloria Hunniford and Stephen Way last summer
    Gloria Hunniford has opened up about her first Christmas without her late husband

    TV legend Gloria Hunniford is lighting up her home like “Blackpool Illuminations” this Christmas, the first without her beloved husband Stephen Way. The Loose Women star, who recently took a break from the show following Stephen’s passing in August after a long illness, has found comfort in festive decorations.

    Speaking to Best magazine, she revealed: “My house is already like Blackpool Illuminations. There is a gardener at Hever Castle called Michael, who came round to help me. It’s all done and up. ” She also expressed her determination, saying, “I’m glad that I did it. I’m the first in the road to do it.”

    Gloria Hunniford and her late husband Stephen Way
    This will be Gloria’s first Christmas without her husband Stephen

    The 84 year old presenter fondly recalled past Christmases, including those since losing her daughter Caron Keating, the former Blue Peter host, to breast cancer in 2004 at just 41. One year, they even had “six trees” in their home.

    Now, her son Michael Keating is organising “three days of celebrating” to unite the family, including Caron’s sons Gabriel and Charlie. Looking back on her time with Stephen, Gloria reflected on the “Thirty Christmases with Stevie.”

    Gloria has found solace in her family’s presence, sharing, “He always stayed with me. You can imagine what a difference it will be but my son Michael has organised three days of celebrating, and both of Caron’s boys will be with me – when a door closes, a window opens. I saw them being born. Caron asked me – that is very special.”

    Gloria Hunniford and husband Stephen Way
    Gloria will continue to celebrate Christmas with her two sons

    The TV presenter also spoke about continuing life amidst grief, reminiscing about the “joyous” celebrations of Charlie’s wedding that occurred ten days after her husband’s death: “I was determined it would be a joyous day. I loved that day, so that is a lesson. I must remember I can go to events and be happy.”

    Gloria had been married to her husband since 1998, and his death has left a profound gap in their lives. She touched upon this loss by saying, “Stephen was a gentleman and a giant of a man, who will leave the most enormous void not only in my life but our entire family. “.

    Reflecting on the kind-hearted nature of her late husband, she lovingly recalled: “He was an incredibly kind, generous, and caring man, with a delightfully quirky sense of humour, which remained till the end.”

    Gloria Hunniford and Stephen Way
    Gloria says a ‘light has dimmed’ since Stephen’s passing earlier this year

    Gloria treasured the memories of their 25-year marriage, stating: “We had a tremendously happy 25-year marriage and did so many beautiful and exciting things together that I will always cherish.” She expressed her deep sorrow, saying: “It’s a great shock and words cannot express my sadness at this time. A bright shining light has dimmed, and he shall be missed at every turn.”

  • Ruth Langsford shares update on mum’s recovery after serious fall disrupts Christmas plans

    Ruth Langsford shares update on mum’s recovery after serious fall disrupts Christmas plans

    Ruth Langsford has shared a heartfelt update on her 93-year-old mother, Joan, who is recovering in hospital after a fall that fractured her pelvis. Ruth’s ex husband, Eamonn Holmes, joined fans and friends in sending well-wishes during this challenging time.

    Ruth Langsford, 64, has provided an update on her mother, Joan, who is currently in the hospital after a serious fall.

    The 93-year-old fractured her pelvis in the accident, which has disrupted their Christmas plans. Ruth, who is best known for her role as a presenter on Loose Women, had previously shared the news of her mother’s injury with fans, expressing concern over the impact it would have on their holiday celebrations.

    In an Instagram post today, Ruth updated fans with a video of Joan in her hospital bed, watching films on an iPad. Ruth captioned the post: “Hospital visiting.” She added: “She chose Dad’s Army again today.”

    Earlier this month, Ruth shared footage of her mother’s agonising injuries after her fall. Ruth has been giving regular updates on the condition of her 94-year-old mother, Joan, who fractured her pelvis after losing her footing. Ruth has been at her mother’s side as she continues to receive treatment – and has been doing her best to aid her recovery herself.

    Ruth Langsford has shared a heartfelt update on her 93-year-old mother, Joan, who is recovering in hospital after a fall that fractured her pelvis
    Ruth Langsford has shared a heartfelt update on her 93-year-old mother, Joan, who is recovering in hospital after a fall that fractured her pelvis(Image: Instagram)

    Taking to Instagram Stories over the weekend, Ruth gave fans a close look at some of the injuries Joan sustained – uploading a video of her rubbing some cream onto a large purple bruise that is on her head. She wrote in an accompanying caption: “Mum’s got a right shiner after her fall! Trying to soothe it with Arnica cream.”

    But looking for some positivity among the misery, Ruth pointed out that Joan has an impressive natural colour of hair despite being in her ninth decade of life. The TV star commented: “94 yrs old and hardly a grey hair… I’m hoping I’ve inherited the gene!”

    Last weekend, Ruth revealed that the tragic fall – has put their Christmas plans on hold. She revealed in a social media post: “No dancing in my kitchen peeling the veg for my darling Mum this Christmas…. She’s had a fall and fractured her pelvis! She’s ok…ish, no surgery required thank goodness but she needs rest and time to heal now. She’s in hospital at the moment but I’m hoping to get her home soon.

    Ruth's mum seems to be in brighter spirits as she enjoyed watching films on an iPad from her hospital bed
    Ruth’s mum seems to be in brighter spirits as she enjoyed watching films on an iPad from her hospital bed

    Ruth previously gave fans a close look at some of the injuries Joan sustained
    Ruth previously gave fans a close look at some of the injuries Joan sustained

    “This time last year she fell and broke her hip but recovered well…she’s a very strong woman so I’m sure she’ll recover from this too. Put’s life and what’s important into perspective eh? Happy Christmas!” Fans, followers and celebrity friends were quick to rally around Ruth to share support. Lizzie Cundy was among the first to express her support at the time, writing: “Sending you so much love . Hoping Mum will be back dancing very soon .Sending huge hugs my darling.”

    Upon hearing the news, ex Eamonn Holmes has extended an olive branch. Eamonn, 65, who is now in a new relationship and rumoured to be planning a wedding with his new younger partner, joined thousands of others in liking his ex’s Instagram update. Stars like Cat Deeley and Loose Women’s Nadia Sawalha joined Eamonn in wishing his former mother-in-law a quick recovery.

  • Gavin and Stacey’s Joanna Page plans for more kids with husband after ‘having tubes tied’

    Gavin and Stacey’s Joanna Page plans for more kids with husband after ‘having tubes tied’

    Gavin and Stacey actress Joanna Page, who previously spoke on Loose Women about her decision to have her fallopian tubes cut, has admitted to still feeling “very maternal”

    Joanna Page and husband
    The mum-of-four revealed that she’d “chatted” to her husband, James Thornton, about the possibility(Image: Dave M. Benett/Getty Images)

    Joanna Page has candidly discussed the possibility of expanding her family with her husband, despite previously having her “tubes tied”.

    In a recent issue of Woman and Home magazine, the Gavin and Stacey actress and mother-of-four revealed that she’d had discussions with her husband, actor James Thornton, about potentially having more children.

    Joanna previously told the Loose Women panel about her decision to have her fallopian tubes cut in her mid-forties, and reportedly considered reversing the procedure. She confessed to still feeling “very maternal”, but disclosed that a health check this year led to a moment that “felt huge”.

    Joanna stated: “I’ve been thinking about fostering or adopting. It’s something I’ve chatted about with James because I’m still very maternal, and it’s something that I would think about in the future.”

    Joanna Page
    Joanna Page admitted to still being “very maternal”(Image: Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images)

    “I don’t regret having my tubes tied, and although I felt broody at the start of the year, I don’t any more. At the beginning of this year, I did a health check, which involved a scan that showed that my right ovary had packed up.

    “There wasn’t anything left, no eggs. That moment felt huge, as if my body was saying, ‘That is it’.”

    She further revealed that she was prescribed HRT patches after visiting a menopause doctor, but was hesitant to use them as she believed that it meant she wouldn’t have any more kids.

    However, she admitted: “I was very down, very depressed. I could cope with flushes, they weren’t bothering me. It was just my mood”.

    Speaking previously on Loose Women, Joanna revealed she had been feeling “broody”, but, afterwards, didn’t give it much thought. She then realised that having another pregnancy would be impossible, admitting it would leave her “utterly exhausted”.

    Joanna and husband
    Joanna revealed that a health check this year led to a moment that “felt huge”

    The Love Actually star continued: “But not that long ago, I went on the internet, I looked up: ‘Can you have your tubes put back together?’ You can. One-in-200 women can maybe get pregnant after doing that. I told James, he just looked at me and went: ‘You what? What on earth are you going on about?’ So I will not be having anymore. I’ve got my beautiful four children.”

    As a mother of four young kids, Eva, Kit, Noah, and Boe, Joanna has reportedly decided to scale back her acting work and take on presenting roles to spend more time with her family. She previously joked about nearly divorcing her husband after the Covid lockdown affected their sex life, with the couple struggling to find time for each other while caring for their kids during the school closures.

    Joanna shared that they argued and threatened to divorce throughout lockdown, even going a month without speaking to each other.

  • Call the Midwife star Judy Parfitt’s life off-screen from dementia heartbreak to war reflection

    Call the Midwife star Judy Parfitt’s life off-screen from dementia heartbreak to war reflection

    Actress Judy Parfitt has been a regular on TV screens for almost seven decades and the Call the Midwife star has had her fair share of heartache and happiness both on and off screen

    Judy Parfitt, the star of Call the Midwife, has had a long and successful acting career and has been a part of the popular BBC drama since 2012 – but what do we know about her?

    Best known for her role as Sister Monica Joan in BBC’s hit series Call the Midwife, Judy Parfitt has enjoyed an illustrious career spanning several decades.

    The 89-year-old actress, who has been a mainstay on Call the Midwife since 2012, boasts an impressive CV that includes stage, film, and TV roles.

    Her journey began in 1953 when she graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and joined the Royal Shakespeare Company, sharing the stage with legendary actors like Laurence Olivier.

    English actress Judy Parfitt back in 1971
    English actress Judy Parfitt back in 1971(Image: Getty Images)

    Over the years, she has earned numerous BAFTA nominations for her sterling performances in popular dramas such as The Jewel in the Crown and Pride and Prejudice.

    Despite missing out on the top prize for her supporting role in 2003’s Girl with a Pearl Earring, Judy continued to captivate audiences with her performances in beloved shows like Heartbeat, Midsomer Murders, Jonathan Creek, and Vera.

    Judy has spoken affectionately about life with her late husband, Tony Steedman, who she married in 1963 and shared a son, David, born a year later.

    The actress, reminiscing about her early days with Tony, known for his roles in Coronation Street and Citizen Smith, told the Express: “Tony had the leading role and he was always trying to make me laugh as I was a terrible giggler. The first time I saw him he was wearing this absolutely hideous bright red jumper, so he definitely made an impression.”

    Judy Parfitt has been on the BBC show since 2012
    Judy Parfitt has been on the BBC show since 2012(Image: WireImage)

    Judy continued, recalling Tony’s comedic nature, stating: “He had people in stitches wherever we went and he was always playing the fool. Whereas I tended to worry, Tony didn’t and he never took himself or anything too seriously.”

    Tony sadly died in 2001, and since then, Judy has not remarried. She previously told Mail Online that, despite their careers, their home life was rather conventional.

    She mentioned: “While both of us were very busy, at home it was a very traditional marriage. I enjoyed cooking and ironing his shirts for him.

    “He loved to be my sous chef, chopping the vegetables while I made dinner. He enjoyed accompanying me to the supermarket, pushing my trolley – but it wasn’t to help me so much as he loved the opportunity to chat and joke with the other shoppers.”

    Judy has candidly discussed her husband’s dementia struggle, previously sharing with the Loose Women panel why it’s vital to have conversations about it. Recalling her journey with her husband’s condition.

    Judy in character as BBC's Sister Monica Joan
    Judy in character as BBC’s Sister Monica Joan(Image: BBC / Nealstreat Productions / Ray Burmiston)

    She revealed: “I always said with my husband, I lost my husband that I loved, but I gained a child that I love because they become your children, and they’re there physically, but they’re not with you.”

    Despite facing personal tragedy, Judy continues to win over viewers in her role as Sister Monica Joan on Call the Midwife.

    Born in Sheffield back in 1935, Judy reminisced with Saga magazine about her wartime childhood and how it taught her about resilience, saying: “Growing up in the war, I learned how people just got on with [things] despite food rationing, bombs dropping, not knowing if they’d be alive the next day.”

    She shared a particularly strong memory of the war when she was nine years old, recounting how her dad protected her: “[held] me in his arms as Sheffield lit up around us because it was being blitzed – yet people still went to work the next day!”

  • Matty Healy fans go wild as his cameo in mum Denise Welch’s reality TV show teased

    Matty Healy fans go wild as his cameo in mum Denise Welch’s reality TV show teased

    Loose Women star Denise Welch is set to appear in Channel 4’s Celebrity Hunted alongside her husband, Lincoln Townley, next month – but her son Matty Healy stands to steal their thunder

    Denise Welch photographed at an event in 2023
    Matty Healy is set to feature in a reality TV show alongside his mother, Denise Welch(Image: Getty Images)

    Fans of the 1975 have been left stunned to see frontman Matty Healy will appear in a reality show with his mum, Denise Welch.

    The 35-year-old musician is the son of 66-year-old Loose Women star Denise and her ex-husband Tim Healy, 72 – who she was married to from 1988 until 2012. Earlier this year it was revealed that Denise would be taking part in the Channel 4 reality series Celebrity Hunted which sees a cast of stars attempting to make it to a specified location while avoiding professional hunters that plan to catch them.

    Denise signed up to the show alongside her third and current husband Lincoln Townley, 52 – but TV fans seem even more excited by the fact that chart-topping star Matty is set to make an appearance on the show. The series was filmed back in the summer and promotional clips have unveiled the unexpected inclusion of the Somebody Else singer.

    In a trailer for the new season – which is due to begin airing on Channel 4 on Sunday 5 January 2025 – Matty is shown in a scene where Denise and Lincoln dive for cover by going backstage at at Radio 1’s Big Weekend when they band were performing. Footage shows the frontman saying: “Seriously what’s been going on? It’s been mental. I’ve been sending random messages to your phone.”

    Matt Healy performing with the 1975 in 2022
    The 1975 star stands to steal all the attention on Channel 4’s Celebrity Hunted(Image: Getty Images)

    His mum then says: “They’ve [the hunters] have got our phone,” before Healy adds: “Well I’ve been saying I’ll meet you in Sunderland and stuff” – suggesting that Denise’s plan to secretly meet her son could ultimately lead to her getting caught. Channel 4 could see a boost in ratings for the upcoming season as fans of the 1975 have been flooding social media with comments and promises to tune in to watch the reality show.

    One fan gushed on X: “Celebrity hunted with matty omg need it.” Another typed: “Saw the trailer. I’m so watching it just to hear Matty talking or whatever.” Sharing footage via Instagram, one fan highlighted the star’s involvement, writing: “Matty Healy appears with mum, @denise_welch and her husband @lincolntownley who star in Channel 4 Celebrity Hunted Season 6! Matty helping them elude capture by sending misleading messages? Can’t wait to see how Denise and Lincoln do.”

    The 1975 have been largely out of the spotlight in recent months after vowing to take time off after an exhausting 60 date world tour. The lads hit the road in September 2023 with their Still… At Their Very Best Tour which took in dates across Europe and North America – and didn’t conclude until March 2024.

    Matty sparked alarm when he told fans the band intended to go on an “indefinite hiatus” upon the conclusion of the tour. He later explained: “I didn’t mean to scare any hardcore fans by insinuating that we were splitting up or anything like that. That’s not happening. Don’t worry.” Their last album, titled Being Funny in a Foreign Language, was released in October 2022.

  • ITV Loose Women star shouts ‘let me say my peace’ as she fires back at co-star

    ITV Loose Women star shouts ‘let me say my peace’ as she fires back at co-star

    Loose Women star Frankie Bridge hit back at her co-star Kaye Adams on the show today as the pair clashed over Frankie’s cooking skills

    Loose Women star Frankie Bridge called her co-star a grandma in a cheeky dig on live TV.

    Kaye Adams was hosting the ITV show on Monday, alongside Linda Robson and Myleene Klass as well as Frankie. As part of the episode, Frankie took part in a cooking challenge with chef and air fryer lover Nathan Anthony.

    They were tasked with making toasties with the leftovers from Christmas, including stuffing, brussels sprouts and turkey – but before the other panellists tasted the toasties, Frankie stopped Kaye, who tried to tell her not to influence their decision.

    “No let me say my peace,” she said jokingly, before explaining that she didn’t know she had to put butter on both sides of the bread – and also claimed she needed Nathan’s help to sort the air fryer, and his finished much later than hers.

    Kaye was called a grandma by Frankie
    Kaye was called a grandma by Frankie

    They tried the toasties, with Linda not very keen on Frankie’s, whilst Myleene loved Nathan’s. Kaye had the deciding vote and tried both, with her praising Frankie, before the former Saturdays singer quipped: “It’s always nice to have my grandma’s support,” leaving Kaye open-mouthed as they both laughed at Frankie’s joke.

    Earlier in the show, Frankie opened up about how she struggles with her mental health during this period between Christmas and New Year. It is something she has discussed before, admitting she feels the “pressure”.

    Frankie took part in a Festive Feast Off on the show today
    Frankie took part in a Festive Feast Off on the show today

    She explained back in 2022: “Actually this time of year comes a lot of pressure. You can’t necessarily do exactly what you want to do, you’re travelling here, there and everywhere, you’re trying to keep everyone happy. Although it is something I love, I find when I’m supposed to feel happy in a situation, I feel that pressure.

    “I am literally Mrs Claus, I love Christmas, I love the lead up to it, I love the decorations. I was just aware I had this low moment and I thought I’m gonna share it because all anyone’s seeing is me out having all my Christmas parties and out with the girls, and it all looks fun and games. I wasn’t sure if I should share in case I’d bring other people down if they’re feeling festive.”

    Loose Women airs on weekdays on ITV1 and ITVX

  • Zara Tindall ‘annoyed’ by husband Mike’s spontaneous £12,000 purchase ‘after a few beers’

    Zara Tindall ‘annoyed’ by husband Mike’s spontaneous £12,000 purchase ‘after a few beers’

    Sounds like the spur-of-the-moment purchase paid off…

    Zara Tindall has admitted she was left “so annoyed” by husband Mike Tindall after he splashed out £12,000 on a spontaneous purchase.

    King Charles’ niece, 44, previously revealed Mike – who was a member of the I’m Celebrity reality TV cast in 2022 – had imbibed some beers before paying up.

    And even though many wives might object if their husband forked out such a huge amount without warning, equestrian Zara seemed more put out that the item Mike snapped up appeared to be a winning acquisition.
    Zara Tindall and husband Mike Tindall both smile at the Cheltenham Festival 2025Zara Tindall has shared how her husband Mike Tindall stumped up a cool 12 grand on the spur-of-the-moment (Credit: Splashnews.com)

    Zara Tindall ‘frustrated’ with husband Mike

    In an anecdote that has made the pages of this week’s Closer magazine, Zara recalls how her hubby of nearly 14 years bought a horse in an auction.

    Picked up during an auction at Cheltenham Racecourse, former rugby star Mike reportedly decided to make his first bid of the evening as the final lot of the night was sold off.

    He’d had a few beers.

    Zara Tindall recalled: “He’d had a few beers. It was the last lot of the night. Mikey put his hand up and that was it. He was left buying this horse for £12,000.”
    Zara Tindall riding a horse in 2017London 2012 Olympian Zara Tindall riding her horse in 2017 (Credit: Splashnews.com)
    However, it wasn’t as if Mike was left with an old nag whose legs had gone. Indeed, the money he spent may well have been a decent investment.

    The horse, named Monbeg Dude and trained by Michael Scudamore, was co-owned by Mike alongside fellow egg chasers James Simpson-Daniel and Nicky Robinson.

    “Annoyingly, it did not backfire,” Zara continued. “He got three mates involved and the horse ended up winning the Welsh Grand National and came third in the Grand National. I was so annoyed.”
    Zara Tindall and husband,Mike Tindall kissZara Tindall and Mike share a tender moment ahead of the 2015 Grand National. Monbeg Dude came third (Credit: Splashnews.com)

    What happened to Mike Tindall’s horse Monbeg Dude?

    Monbeg Dude’s reputation saw it hailed as one of the top steeplechasers. However, retirement came in 2016 when it was ten years old after reportedly suffering an injury.

    Following this, Monbeg Dude resided at Gatcombe Park in Gloucestershire where the Tindalls and Princess Anne live.

    Trainer Michael Scudamore reflected to the BBC: “It’s great to see him going to a happy retirement. But he will certainly leave a big hole in the yard. We’ve had some great days with him. And the thing about him was that he wasn’t bred to be a superstar.”

    Read more: Zara Tindall reveals shocking way she got royal guards to wake up hungover Mike Tindall

    Zara, who’d hoped to compete in the 2004 and 2008 Olympics, finally followed in her parents’ sporting hoofsteps at London 2012.

    She emerged from the eventing competition with a silver medal. Her mother took part in the same competition in the 1976 games. And her father Mark Philips was also an Olympic competitor, winning gold in 1972 in Munich.

  • Tina O’Brien ‘finds love’ with new boyfriend six months after marriage split: ‘They were snogging like teenagers’

    Tina O’Brien ‘finds love’ with new boyfriend six months after marriage split: ‘They were snogging like teenagers’

    ‘They couldn’t keep their hands off each other’

    Manchester-born actress Tina O’Brien, known for playing Sarah Platt in ITV’s Coronation Street, has a new boyfriend, six months after separating from her husband Adam Crofts, it’s been claimed.

    The Corrie star was married to Adam, a personal trainer, for seven years. They began dating in 2011 and tied the knot on New Year’s Eve 2018, but have been living separately since Christmas last year.

    Tina’s new beau, also named Adam, is the director of an interior design firm based in Knutsford.

    Tina O'Brien on This Morning
    Tina has reportedly been dating her new beau, Adam Fadlé, for a while now (Credit: YouTube)

    Corrie star Tina O’Brien seen ‘snogging’ new love boyfriend

    According to The Sun, Tina has found love again, with another Adam – Adam Fadlé. Friends of the actress told the paper the two lovebirds met in Cheshire, where they both live.

    “Tina fell out of love with one Adam and then fell in love with another. She’s been on a few dates with him and they’ve been very open with their relationship,” a source alleged to the paper.

    Tina fell out of love with one Adam and then fell in love with another.

    “They were out last week snogging like teenagers and they’ve been seen walking her dog by locals. Tina looked totally mad for Adam and they couldn’t keep their hands off each other.”

    Tina, who will turn 42 in August, was born in Rusholme, Manchester. She joined the cast of Coronation Street in 1999, when she was just 16 years old. She has one daughter – Scarlett, 16 – with Ryan Thomas, and one son, Beau, 11, with personal trainer Adam Crofts.

    Adam Crofts and Tina O'Brien seen together at a festival in 2011
    Tina and Adam Crofts have been living separately for over half a year (Credit: Splash News)

    Maintaining relations with Adam the First

    Tina is still reportedly still on good terms with Adam Crofts.

    Reports first emerged that they were living separately in March this year, but they appear to have separated around Christmas last year.

    Despite their split, they are still on “good terms” for the sake of their son, Beau.

    One of the reasons for their decision to part ways was reportedly a simple difference in interests and living styles.

    Adam Fadlé in a smart suit in front of a dark background
    Fadlé manages an interior design firm (Credit: Adam Fadlé/Facebook)

    Everything we know about ‘Adam the Second’

    Adam Fadlé is the managing director of Panoramic Properties, an interior design company.

    He started his design career studying architecture at the University of Northumbria, and went on to work in high-end residential interior design.

    His most treasured possession is his health. His favourite song is Ed Sheeran’s Castle on the Hill. In his youth, he represented England in lacrosse.

    And, fortunately for Tina, his favourite hotel is Dakota in Manchester.

    It looks like a staycation might be on the cards!

     

  • Cat Deeley wears super-short mini dress to host This Morning today as viewers divided

    Cat Deeley wears super-short mini dress to host This Morning today as viewers divided

    ‘Cat’s has resorted to showing what she had for breakfast again!’

    Cat Deeley pulled out all the stops with her final outfit of the summer as she presented This Morning today (July 17).

    The 48-year-old presenter, who has now headed off on her summer break, saved the best till last with her #CatsCloset look today.

    However, her gorgeous white blazer mini dress didn’t quite tickle everyone’s fancy…

    Cat Deeley interviewing with Ben Shephard on This Morning
    Ben Shephard was swooning over Cat Deeley’s outfit today ahead of the show (Credit: ITV)

    Cat Deeley looks stunning in white mini dress

    To front her final This Morning of the summer, Cat Deeley slipped her slender frame into a gorgeous white blazer mini dress by Mint Velvet. It retails for £199, and looked entirely to-die-for teamed with her £1,070 Versace Medusa heels.

    Ahead of the show, co-host Ben Shephard showed his appreciation for Cat’s outfit. Sharing a video to Instagram, he panned up and down her outfit, before focusing on her shoes.

    Cat has resorted to showing what she had for breakfast again!

    “Little behind-the-scenes, this is what happens before we go on air. Those heels by the way, look at them shoes!” he declared.

    However, it wasn’t just the shoes that This Morning viewers were looking at. It may even be up there with her Top 10 most controversial outfits. As some even claimed they could see what Cat had for breakfast!

    Cat Deeley posing in a white dress
    The £199 mini dress showed off her pins to perfection (Credit: Instagram)

    ‘Sitting there with her gammon showing’

    Commenting on the mini dress, one said: “I see #CatDeely has resorted to showing what she had for breakfast again! Roll on the school holidays… let’s enjoy a break from her!”

    A second went one step further, although they definitely saw something our eagle-eyed team of writers didn’t… “Yuk. Sitting there with her gammon showing,” one viewer posted on Facebook.

    Cat Deeley interviewing with Ben Shephard on This Morning
    Some This Morning viewers commented on how short the mini dress was (Credit: ITV)

    ‘No way she’s keeping clean’

    Another wondered why Cat was “wearing a coat as a dress”. Meanwhile, another asked just how the presenter was going to manage to stay clean in her gleaming outfit for the duration of the show!

    “There is no way Cat isn’t getting crap all over her jacket in the next 2.5 hrs,” they joked.

    Cat Deeley’s outfit branded ‘absolutely fabulous’

    Others, meanwhile, liked the business-like jacket Cat donned today. “Nice to see Cat wearing a nice outfit – much more suitable for presenting,” said one fan of the look.

    Another added: “Cat Deeley’s dress and shoes look absolutely fabulous.”

    We couldn’t agree more! Happy summer holidays, Cat and Ben!