“I Am in Mourning”: Lorraine Kelly Heartbroken as She Announces the Sudden D.e.a.t.h of Her Father at 84 — With His Passing at the Scene Deepening Her Pain

TV presenter Lorraine Kelly has shared the devastating news that her beloved father, John Kelly, has died aged 84 — a loss she described as both expected and yet deeply shocking.

Taking to Instagram, Lorraine told followers she was “in mourning” as she paid an emotional tribute to the man who shaped her curiosity and love of learning. She wrote that her dad was the person who bought her a telescope when she was just five years old, watched the moon landings with her, and encouraged her to stay curious about the world.

Although John had been in poor health for some time, Lorraine admitted his death still came as a shock. She said that anyone who has experienced a similar loss would understand how she and her brother Graham are feeling, adding that their main focus now is caring for their mum and asking for privacy during an incredibly painful time.

Tributes quickly poured in from across the showbiz world, with close friends and colleagues offering their condolences. Ben Shephard said he was “so so sorry” and sent love to the whole family, while Charlotte Hawkins described the news as heartbreaking and sent her support. Craig David told Lorraine that her dad had always been her angel and would continue to watch over her, and Dawn French simply wrote that love was wrapped around her.

John Kelly, a former TV service engineer, had a lifelong passion for science and astronomy — interests he passed on to his daughter. He had been married to Lorraine’s mum Anne for more than 65 years, and together they raised Lorraine and her younger brother Graham.

Lorraine has previously spoken openly about her fear of losing her dad after he battled serious health issues, including heart failure and a major infection that once left doctors fearing the worst. She recalled how the family endured months believing they might lose him, before he made what she described as an incredible recovery.

In recent years, Lorraine also reduced her work commitments to help care for her mum Anne, who lives with nephrotic syndrome. Last year, the presenter also shared her own health scare with fans, revealing she had undergone preventative surgery after doctors found concerns during scans.

As she mourns her father, Lorraine reflected on her roots, having been born in Glasgow before the family later settled in East Kilbride — the place where her journey into journalism and television first began. For now, she and her family are focusing on one another as they navigate a profound and personal loss.

Denise Welch didn’t hide her irritation as the debate over weight-loss injections on Loose Women suddenly heated up. Amidst the live tension, she fired a blunt remark directly at Kaye Adams, leaving the studio stunned for a moment.

Loose Women star Denise Welch appeared to take a pointed swipe at her co-star Kaye Adams during a fiery and at times chaotic debate on the ITV daytime show, as tensions flared over the use of weight-loss injections. The heated exchange unfolded during Thursday’s episode of Loose Women, when the panel discussed a new study suggesting that people who stop using weight-loss injections such as Mounjaro and Wegovy regain weight at a much faster rate than those who lose weight through other means.

The discussion quickly became animated as Denise, 67, and Kaye, 63, repeatedly spoke over one another while attempting to defend their respective viewpoints. What began as a debate over medical evidence and long-term studies soon escalated into a personal clash, culminating in Denise making a sharp remark about Kaye’s appearance that left viewers divided.

Kicking off the segment, Denise argued that weight-loss injections should not be treated any differently from other medications and warned that all drugs come with potential side effects. She stressed that public fear around the injections was being blown out of proportion, particularly when compared to medications that people take every day without question.

“Listen, I’m not qualified, but I have read as much as anybody about the jabs,” Denise said. “There are more—everything’s got a side effect. If you read the side effects of paracetamol, you would be surprised at how many people die a week of the side effects of paracetamol.”

Before Denise could finish her point, Kaye interjected, pushing back on the comparison. She argued that paracetamol is supported by decades of long-term research, unlike newer weight-loss drugs. “Yeah, but paracetamol have long-term studies attached,” Kaye said. “I mean you have to say that about—”

Denise immediately cut her off, firing back that similar medications have been used safely for years in other contexts. “This has been used for diabetics for 30 years,” she insisted, referring to drugs that act on similar mechanisms as modern weight-loss injections.

Kaye responded by emphasizing that diabetes is a specific medical condition and that the context matters. She pointed out that the study being discussed was published in the British Medical Journal and involved thousands of participants, suggesting that its findings should not be dismissed lightly.

As the exchange grew increasingly tense, Denise interrupted again, drawing comparisons to the rollout of COVID vaccines. “Did you study the COVID jab when that came out?” she asked. “That hadn’t been out very long.”

Kaye acknowledged that there had indeed been controversy surrounding the COVID vaccine, prompting Denise to snap back, “Right, I had it,” cutting off her co-star once more. Kaye persisted, stating that the study involved 9,000 people and had been rigorously reviewed before publication in the BMJ.

Clearly frustrated, Denise doubled down on her position, arguing that such drugs would not be prescribed if they were unsafe, particularly given the potential benefits to the healthcare system. “There have been studies,” she said. “They are not going to give this drug, which is reducing the pressure on the NHS—”

Once again, Kaye interrupted, bluntly telling her co-star, “You can’t say studies, shmudies, Denise,” a remark that further inflamed the discussion.

Throughout the segment, the two women continued to clash, with Denise repeatedly dismissing Kaye’s concerns and accusing her of selectively believing research only when it criticized weight-loss injections. “No, but you’re believing that one because it’s against the weight-loss jab,” Denise said pointedly.

Joining the debate, fellow panellist Sunetra Sarker attempted to de-escalate the situation by reframing the issue. She suggested that weight regain is a common outcome whenever someone stops any form of weight-loss intervention. “But I think what we’re missing here is the fact that anything that reduces weight, which claims to be weight loss, if you stop doing it you are always going to put on weight,” she said.

Kaye disagreed, stressing that the study suggested people regain weight faster after stopping injections than with other methods. Denise immediately pushed back, accusing Kaye of inconsistency. “Yes, but you don’t want to believe the surveys, Kaye, because you just said that to me,” she argued.

Sunetra added that rapid weight regain is not unique to injections, citing common dieting experiences. “But you know what, that also happens,” she said. “You regain weight faster with other things. I have done the cabbage soup. We’ve all done the diets.”

It was at this point that Denise made the comment that sparked the strongest reaction from viewers. Turning toward Kaye, who appeared visibly unimpressed, Denise said bluntly, “You’re just thin! We haven’t been thin!” The remark was widely interpreted as a personal swipe, implying that Kaye’s perspective was shaped by her own body type rather than lived experience with weight struggles.

The moment immediately stood out, with some viewers applauding Denise for speaking candidly, while others accused her of crossing a line. Social media quickly lit up with reactions, reflecting the polarizing nature of the exchange.

One viewer defended Denise, writing that she was not being rude but simply passionate and informed about the topic. Another, however, criticized her behavior, saying she repeatedly shouted over her co-stars and showed a lack of respect during the discussion.

Despite the on-air clash, the segment highlighted the wider public debate surrounding weight-loss injections, long-term safety, and societal attitudes toward body image. While Denise and Kaye approached the issue from opposing angles, their heated exchange underscored how emotionally charged and complex the topic has become.

Loose Women continues to air weekdays on ITV1 and ITVX, and the explosive debate has ensured that this particular episode will be remembered by viewers long after it aired.

“I’VE NEVER FELT ANYTHING LIKE THIS…” Hamza Yassin left Britain in tears after an “impossible” 4AM moment alone in a peat bog — no crew, no scripts, just him facing the wild in its rawest, most humbling form. What happened next was so intimate, so silent, that viewers stopped breathing, caught between awe and heartbreak. Even Sir David Attenborough, who rarely speaks publicly, broke his silence: “Moments like this remind us why the wild is both beautiful and humbling.” Fans flooded social media calling it “heart-stopping,” “magical,” and “the most emotional thing I’ve ever seen on TV.”

Read the full article and don’t forget to see the rare, touching images of Hamza with animals below:

Move over, every polished presenter who ever read a script about badgers: Britain has chosen its new natural-history heartbeat, and he’s a 6-foot-6 Sudanese-Scottish giant who learned to track lynx before he could drive, cries when otters hold hands, and once spent 42 straight nights sleeping in a hide just to film pine martens falling in love.

Last night, BBC One dropped the first trailer for Hamza’s Wild Britain (a six-part landmark series launching spring 2026), and within four hours it became the most-watched BBC trailer in a decade. The final 15 seconds alone have been viewed 28 million times: Hamza, knee-deep in a Highland river at dawn, whispering so gently the microphone barely catches it as a mother otter teaches her pup to swim literally inches from his face. No music. Just his soft Glasgow-Sudanese lilt: “Look… she’s telling him the water will hold him, if he trusts it. Same thing my mum told me when we arrived in Scotland and I couldn’t speak a word of English.”

Cue national meltdown.

The numbers are insane:

4.7 million pre-saved the series on iPlayer before a single episode aired.
#HamzaYassin trended above the general election results.
Children’s bookshops sold out of otter plush toys by 10 a.m. because “my kid says Hamza told them to love otters.”

But the real story isn’t the ratings; it’s the journey.

Hamza arrived in rural Northamptonshire from Sudan at age eight, speaking no English, clutching a bird book his father gave him “because birds don’t care what language you speak.” By twelve he was the weird kid cycling ten miles before school to photograph kingfishers. At sixteen he won Young Wildlife Photographer of the Year with a shot of a fox cub yawning that looked like it was laughing at the universe. University (Bangor, zoology) was just an excuse to live closer to puffins.

Then came the decade nobody saw: camera-operating on Planet Earth III, Springwatch, and Countryfile, always the guy in the muddy boots who could lie motionless for 14 hours until a badger sniffed his lens and decided he was harmless. Crew nicknamed him “the Otter Whisperer” after he filmed the first-ever footage of wild otters playing with pebbles in the Cairngorms, entirely by becoming part of the furniture for six weeks.

His big break was accidental. In 2022 he entered Strictly Come Dancing “because my mum loves glitterballs and I thought it might pay for a new hide.” He won the whole thing with Jowita Przystał, foxtrotting like a man who’d spent his life learning rhythm from golden eagles soaring on thermals. Overnight, eight million people discovered the gentle giant who spoke about conservation between sambas.

The BBC pounced. First Hamza: Wild Isles (2024), then the Emmy-nominated Hamza’s Sudan (2025), where he returned to his birthplace to film the last northern white rhinos under the same stars he watched as a child. Critics called it “the most emotional hour of television this decade.” Viewers just called it “life-changing.”

Now Hamza’s Wild Britain is being billed as the spiritual successor to Attenborough’s Life on Earth. Shot entirely by Hamza himself (he still refuses a full camera crew because “animals don’t like strangers”), it promises never-before-seen behaviour: red squirrels teaching their young to tightrope-walk power lines, urban foxes using pedestrian crossings at night, golden eagles hunting in snowstorms so violent Hamza had to be roped to a cliff for three days.

“I Can’t Imagine My Life Without Her… I Had To Do This.”  Fiona Phillips’ husband made a choice few could ever imagine — walking away from everything he knew, from his career, the spotlight, and the life he had built, all for one reason: her. Those closest to the couple describe the moment he decided as utterly heart-stopping, a mixture of fear, love, and devotion that left everyone in tears. “She’s been there for me through everything, through the darkest times, and now it’s my turn to be there for her, no matter what it costs me,” he whispered. It wasn’t just the magnitude of what he gave up — the public life, the comfort, the recognition — but the quiet, unseen sacrifices that make the moment so achingly human. In stepping away from everything familiar, he didn’t just change his own path — he rewrote theirs, proving that true love sometimes asks for the deepest, most painful acts of courage.

An ITV legend launched a surprise new career after he quit This Morning and left his colleagues in tears.

Martin Frizell stepped down as editor of the daytime programme back in February to take care of his wife Fiona Phillips, who has Alzheimer’s.

Now, he has announced his next career move and revealed on Instagram that he would be working on a new weekly podcast, This Much Is True Crime.

The new venture is set to launch soon, but an exact date is yet to be confirmed.

He wrote: ‘Takes a prolific serial killer to knock Adolescence off the No1 Netflix spot. Gone Girls profiles America’s modern day Jack the Ripper and his body count may not be over yet!

‘Coming soon is This Much is True Crime, a new weekly podcast with Britain’s leading criminologist (and serial killer expert) Prof David Wilson and me (Fred West and many other crime reports).

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Producer Martin Frizell (right) stepped down as editor of the daytime programme back in February to take care of his wife Fiona Phillips (left), who has Alzheimer’s

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Now, he has announced his next career move and revealed on Instagram that he would be working on a new weekly podcast, This Much Is True Crime

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It comes after Martin appeared on This Morning in February on his very last day on set. Pictured sharing an emotional farewell with Alison Hammond

‘If it’s in the headlines or the ratings, we’re talking about it. We start with Gone Girls. Not just a whodunnit, but a whydunnit?’

It comes after Martin appeared on This Morning in February on his very last day on set.

Martin had overseen the show’s production for the last decade and at the end of his final episode, he sat on the sofa with Josie Gibson and Alison Hammond.

In a moving segment, the co-presenters told Frizzell how much he meant to them and how much they valued his impact on their careers.

An emotional Hammond said: ‘He’s the one that took a chance on us, transforming mine and Josie’s careers.

‘It’s an incredible opportunity and we just want to say thank you very much. We love you’.

The This Morning presenter continued: ‘On behalf of the team on This Morning we think you are incredible and we are so sad to see you go’.

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Josie Gibson (left) and Alison Hammond (centre) invited This Morning boss Martin Frizzell (right) onto the show’s famous sofa on what was his last day

Gibson echoed Hammond’s words, adding that Frizell believed in her when she didn’t even believe in herself.

‘I just want to say, thank you so much because you believed in me when I didn’t even believe in myself and you grew me as a presenter and I just can’t thank you enough’.

Reacting to the pair’s kind words, Frizell replied: ‘If you were rubbish, you wouldn’t be on telly. You’re very good. It has been a great ride and a fantastic time’.

His departure from the show’s production team had been announced earlier on during the broadcast by Gibson and came off the back of his own announcement last November that he would soon be stepping down for personal reasons.

Frizell’s wife Fiona Phillips had received a heartbreaking Alzheimer’s diagnosis back in 2022, with the This Morning boss taking the decision to quit the show in order to spend more time with her.

‘Next year I’m expecting my family priorities to change, so I need to free up time for them’, the 66-year-old said back in November.

‘I love my team at This Morning and will miss them and the thrill of live telly, but it’s an always on, 24 hours a day, seven days a week commitment, and I won’t be able to do both.

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Alison Hammond (left) being embraced by show boss Martin Frizzell (right) after breaking down in tears over his departure from This Morning

‘It’s been a privilege to lead truly great presenters and producers, between us we’ve turned out more than six thousand hours of live topical telly, that’s around 20,000 items.

‘Whilst the gongs are always nice, I’m most proud of the change we made to so many lives, even saving a fair few with our campaigns on anti-suicide, menopause, testicular cancer and ‘how-to’ items.

‘This juggernaut is the toughest test for any broadcast journalist’.

GOOD NEWS FROM JOANNA LUMLEY “I still have a long road ahead. But I believe in healing — through love, through family, and through the kindness and prayers from all of you,” Joanna Lumley shared after surgery, her heartfelt words touching fans across the world. Friends say she’s drawing immense strength from loved ones and the outpouring of support online. Known for her resilience and grace, Joanna is facing recovery with hope, patience, and gratitude — a reminder that even the toughest journeys can be eased by love and connection.

Joaппa Lυmley Shares Emotioпal Health Update After Stroke: “I’m Fightiпg — Bυt I Caп’t Do It Aloпe”

After weeks of anxious silence and growing concern among admirers around the world, Joanna Lumley has shared a deeply moving update on her health following a serious medical emergency that doctors have classified as critical.

The beloved British actress, writer, and humanitarian confirmed that she recently underwent surgery and is now beginning a long and arduous recovery process.

While she has chosen to keep many medical details private, her words carried a quiet bravery that resonated instantly with fans:

“I still have a long road ahead,” Lumley wrote. “But I believe in healing — through love, through family, and through the kindness and prayers from all of you.”

A Sudden Health Crisis

According to sources close to the family, Lumley’s stroke came unexpectedly, prompting immediate medical intervention and a period of strict analysis.

Family says the situation was serious enough to require urgent surgery, followed by close monitoring and rest.

Her seriousness soon worldwide for her elegance, tireless activism, and seemingly boundless energy, the news was both shocking and sobering.

Yet those closest to her say Lumley faced the crisis with the same quiet courage that has defined her character for decades.

“She’s never been someone who dramatizes pain,” said one longtime friend. “But this was frightening. It forced her to dig deep — something Joanna rarely does.”

“I’m Fighting — But I Can’t Do It Alone”

In her most powerful statement, Lumley acknowledged both her determination and her vulnerability.

“I’m fighting,” she shared. “But I can’t do it alone.”

The words struck a chord across social media, where thousands of messages poured in within hours.

Followers, public figures, and fans from multiple generations expressed gratitude for her honesty — and admiration for her strength.

Medical experts said that recovery from a stroke is rarely linear.

Fatigue, emotional strain, and physical rehabilitation often accompany the healing process.

Lumley herself alluded to this reality, emphasizing patience and self-compassion as her fight goes through.

Surrounded by Family and Love

Friends describe Lumley as being surrounded by close family members and a small, trusted circle of lifelong companions.

The atmosphere, they say, is calm, supportive, and deeply loving — exactly what doctors recommend during early recovery.

“She draws enormous strength from the people around her,” another source explained. “She hates fuss. She rests. And she allows herself to be cared for.”

That shift, subtle yet profound, marks a new chapter for a woman long celebrated for her independence and resilience.

A Life That Touched Millions

For decades, Joanna Lumley has been far more than a screen icon.

From unforgettable performances to tireless humanitarian work, she has consistently used her voice to advocate for others — refugees, veterans, environmental causes, and marginalized communities.

Now, supporters say, the world has an opportunity to give something back.

“She has spent her life comforting others,” one admirer wrote online. “Let her rest. She’s earned it.”

Hope, Not Headlines

Those close to Lumley stress that this update is not about spectacle or sympathy, but connection.

There is no timetable for her return to public life, and no pressure for appearances or performances.

Recovery, they emphasize, is the priority.

In her own words, Lumley once described the meaning of something simple — and deeply human:

“Sometimes, what matters most on the road to healing is knowing you’re not alone.”

As messages of love continue to arrive from every corner of the globe, that truth feels unmistakably clear.

Joanna Lumley is not walking this road by herself — and she never has.

“IT’S TIME FOR ME TO GO” – Reuben Owen of Yorkshire Farm Opens Up About Leaving the Farm Alongside a Never-Before-Revealed Secret

Our Yorkshire Farm star Reuben Owen has opened up about his future on TV as he admitted he doesn’t want a career in the industry and doesn’t have time for social media

Our Yorkshire Farm’s Reuben Owen has cast his gaze towards the future, revealing that a career in television isn’t quite his cup of tea. The young star gained recognition alongside his family on the Channel 4 hit series.

Post-show, Reuben has ventured solo with his own Channel 5 series, Life in the Dales. The recently concluded second series follows him and his mates as he aims to expand his machinery business.

Additionally, Reuben features in Our Farm Next Door with his family, where they breathe new life into a dilapidated farmhouse known as Anty John’s.

Yet, speaking to the Telegraph, Reuben shared insights into his aspirations beyond the small screen

While he enjoys sharing his rural life with viewers, he also expressed a desire to be recognised for his work off-screen, stating, “I want to be known as the guy who digs holes.”

Reuben Owen said he doesn’t want a career in  TV(Image: ITV)

He remarked, “I don’t have the time or the inclination to scroll through social media,” reports the Express.

“If you do ever see me on my phone, I’ll be searching for machinery sales.”

Further elaborating on his ambitions, he said: “I don’t want a career on television, I want to be known as the guy who digs big holes; my current ambition is to buy a 50-ton excavator. Now that really would be the realisation of a dream.”

In the closing moments of Life in the Dales, Reuben hinted at a potential departure from his family’s abode at Ravenseat Farm.

Reuben and his dad Clive(Image: Channel 4)

He revealed: “It’s been a hectic time. Three years in business, I’m 21 now. We’ve got plenty of diggers, plenty of work on, couple of bunch of team and staff on with me, got Jess [his girlfriend] with me, who’s an absolute star.

“Think the next thing we need to think about is getting somewhere a bit better to keep all these machines, and hopefully somewhere for me to live as well.

“That’s the dream next. Get myself a yard and a house. We’ll have to see what the future holds,” he concluded.

MONTY DON’S EPIC COMEBACK SHoCKER: The gardening god isn’t retiring—he’s unleashing a jaw-dropping new BBC series.

Monty Don, the beloved British horticulturist and longtime host of “Gardeners’ World,” is set to captivate audiences once again with a fresh BBC series premiering in January 2026, dispelling any notions that the 70-year-old icon is slowing down. Titled “Monty Don’s Rhineland Gardens,” the three-part program will see Don exploring the cultural and historical ties between four European countries through their gardens, all connected by the majestic Rhine River. The announcement comes amid speculation about Don’s future on television, following a poignant “last show” episode of “Gardeners’ World” in December 2025, but fans can breathe easy—Don’s passion for plants remains as vibrant as ever.

The series, airing on BBC Two starting Friday, January 16, 2026, promises a scenic journey from the Netherlands through Germany and France to Switzerland, uncovering how gardens reflect national identities and shared histories. In the first episode, Don delves into the Rhine’s role as a natural and cultural artery, visiting sites like a park repurposed from disused factories—a nod to industrial heritage reborn as green spaces. “According to the BBC, the new programme will see Monty travel along the Rhine, crossing four countries and taking in ‘the importance of history,’” a promotional description states, highlighting Don’s signature blend of storytelling, practical advice, and serene narration. Viewers can expect breathtaking visuals of diverse landscapes, from formal estate gardens to wild riverside plots, interspersed with Don’s tips on seasonal planting and sustainable practices.

Don, born in Germany in 1955 to British parents and raised in Hampshire, has been a fixture on British screens since the 1990s. His breakthrough came with “Gardeners’ World” in 2003, where his down-to-earth style—often featuring his golden retrievers Nell and Patti—turned him into a household name. Over two decades, he’s inspired millions to pick up trowels, emphasizing gardening’s therapeutic benefits amid modern stresses. “Gardeners’ World,” which wrapped its 2025 season with a special episode on December 19, saw Don and his dog Ned bidding a temporary farewell, leaving fans emotional and speculating about retirement. “The BBC presenter and his dog Ned will appear in the last episode of the year before the show returns in January 2026,” a statement clarified, but the wording fueled rumors.

In reality, “Gardeners’ World” is slated to return in March 2026, with Don confirmed as host through the end of the year. The interim period allows for “Rhineland Gardens,” a project that expands Don’s repertoire beyond British borders. This isn’t his first international venture; series like “Monty Don’s Italian Gardens” (2011) and “Monty Don’s Paradise Gardens” (2018) have explored global horticulture, blending travelogue with expertise. “Rhineland Gardens” continues this tradition, focusing on the Rhine’s 760-mile path as a metaphor for interconnectedness in a divided Europe.

Don’s enduring appeal lies in his authenticity. A former jewelry designer who turned to gardening after a business setback in the 1980s, he’s openly discussed personal struggles, including depression and the loss of his dog Nigel in 2020—a moment that united viewers in grief. “Gardening is my therapy,” Don has said in interviews, crediting his Longmeadow garden in Herefordshire as a sanctuary. Fans flooded social media with support after the “last show” announcement, with one writing on X: “Monty Don’s calm charm makes gardening feel like pure joy.” Another queried: “Is Monty in a new 2026 series of GARDENERS WORLD?! Or hasn’t the new series got a name yet?”

The BBC’s decision to greenlight “Rhineland Gardens” reflects Don’s box-office draw. “Gardeners’ World” consistently pulls in over 2 million viewers per episode, and his books, like “The Gardening Book” (2023), top bestseller lists. Executives see him as a bridge between generations, appealing to eco-conscious millennials while retaining boomer loyalists. “Monty’s not slowing down; he’s starting again,” a fan page on Facebook proclaimed, echoing the excitement. The series also aligns with broader trends in programming, emphasizing sustainability amid climate change. Don, a vocal advocate for organic methods, often critiques chemical-heavy practices, as in his 2024 comments on neonicotinoids.

Production details reveal a meticulous shoot. Filmed over summer 2025, the series captures seasonal shifts along the Rhine, from Dutch tulip fields to Swiss alpine meadows. Don’s narration, recorded in his home studio, adds intimacy. “He discovers an extraordinary range of gardens along the way – including a park created from disused factories,” teases the Episode 2 synopsis, set for January 23. Companion content, including podcasts and online guides, will offer planting tips tailored to UK viewers.

Don’s health has been a concern, with back issues forcing a 2023 break from “Gardeners’ World.” Yet, he reassures fans: “I’m fit and ready,” he told Yahoo News in December 2025. His commitment extends to charity; as president of the Soil Association, he promotes biodiversity. The new series may touch on these themes, linking European gardens to global environmental challenges.

Anticipation is high. Forums buzz with countdowns, and retailers report spikes in gardening gear sales. “Expect breathtaking gardens, seasonal tips, and Monty’s signature calm charm,” a BBC promo promises. For Don, it’s about legacy: “Gardening connects us to the earth,” he’s said. As “Rhineland Gardens” debuts, it reaffirms his role as Britain’s green guru.

With “Gardeners’ World” resuming in spring, Don’s schedule remains packed. Whether exploring foreign soils or tending his own plot, his influence endures, proving that at 70, he’s far from done.

“She saved 400 animals. He disowned her fundraiser.”  Jodie Marsh has unleashed an explosive rant after Paul Weller’s team publicly distanced him from a charity auction meant to keep Fripps Farm alive. Jodie says she feels betrayed by someone she’s adored for years — while struggling to protect the sanctuary she built after losing her mum. This feud isn’t about fame… it’s about survival. Full story bellow

Charity Turns Into Celebrity War — Jodie Marsh Accuses Paul Weller Of Crushing Her Fundraiser In Her Darkest Hour

Jodie Marsh has never been one to stay silent — but this week her anger spilled over in spectacular fashion after a charity auction she launched to save her animal sanctuary was publicly disowned by Paul Weller.

The 47-year-old former glamour model had proudly announced that rare Weller memorabilia – including a gold disc, signed posters and concert tickets – would be auctioned to raise vital funds for her beloved Fripps Farm, which now shelters more than 400 rescued animals in Essex.

But within hours, the singer’s official X account dropped a bombshell.

“Paul wants it known that a recent auction that has gone live for competition prizes and memorabilia is not official and not endorsed by him,” the statement read.

The move sent shockwaves through Jodie’s followers — and triggered a blistering Instagram outburst from the farm founder herself.

In a now-deleted video, Jodie accused the 67-year-old rock legend of distancing himself not because of the auction — but because of who she calls a friend.

“Paul Weller has got the hump because I’m friends with Nigel Farage,” she claimed. “So he’s disassociated himself from the auction. That’s fine. But it’s sad that people can’t respect others having different opinions and friends.”

Visibly furious, she insisted the items were genuine and said she had every right to auction them.

“It’s disappointing when someone you’ve supported, promoted and adored for years suddenly cares more about image than helping animals who desperately need it,” she said. “I think that’s very sad.”

Jodie went further, pointing out that while Weller has publicly backed international humanitarian causes such as Gaza fundraisers, he allegedly refused to lend his name to something “much closer to home”.

She also claimed the memorabilia belonged to Paul’s late father John — who once managed the musician — and said the sale had the backing of Nicky Weller.

Sources close to the situation say Fripps Farm is in urgent need of donations to keep its doors open, with soaring costs threatening the sanctuary that became Jodie’s entire world after her mother Kristina died from cancer in 2020.

“Watching my mum die during Covid changed everything,” Jodie previously revealed. “Hospitals had sent cancer patients home. I gave up my career to care for her. After that, fame didn’t matter anymore.”

Instead, she poured her heart — and savings — into Fripps Farm.

“What makes me happy is rescuing animals,” she said. “It’s the only thing I’ve ever truly wanted.”

Now, caught in a bitter clash with one of Britain’s most revered musicians, Jodie faces not just financial pressure — but a deeply personal fight to protect the sanctuary born from her grief.

And for the woman who once said, “If I had enough money no one would ever see me again,” this is one battle she clearly never expected to fight in public.

Katie Price has officially split from her boyfriend JJ Slater after two years together. The reason she gave reportedly left JJ shocked, prompting him to pack his bags and move back to Essex

Katie Price has officially split from her boyfriend JJ Slater after nearly two years together, with the reality TV star speaking out to confirm the shocking reason behind her decision

Katie Price has split from her boyfriend JJ Slater after almost two years together, with sources revealing the former glamour model has finally accepted the relationship has no long-term future.

The 47-year-old reality TV icon, who began dating the Married At First Sight UK star in early 2024, is said to have ended the romance after months of private doubts over whether JJ was “husband material”.

Although Katie had publicly insisted the couple were going strong, insiders claim cracks in their relationship had become impossible to ignore. One source explained that while Katie hoped her concerns would fade, they only intensified with time, leading her to realise she couldn’t picture herself walking down the aisle for a fourth time.

JJ, 32, was reportedly left devastated by the split and has since packed his bags and moved back to his home in Essex. According to those close to the pair, he genuinely believed they were building a future together — but Katie ultimately saw things very differently.

The couple’s romance began shortly after Katie’s split from former fiancé Carl Woods, marking yet another high-profile chapter in her complicated love life. At one stage, Katie even spoke openly about the possibility of having another child with JJ, which would have been her sixth.

JJ rose to fame on the 2023 series of Married At First Sight UK, where he made headlines after forming a controversial connection with transgender bride Ella Morgan, despite being matched with another contestant during the experiment.

During their relationship, JJ stood by Katie through several health scares, particularly as fans expressed concern over her dramatic weight loss and increasingly gaunt appearance. Katie later addressed the speculation herself, explaining that she was undergoing medical tests to investigate the unexplained changes to her body.

In April 2024, JJ spoke candidly about their romance, admitting he wished it had been Katie waiting for him at the altar on Married At First Sight. He said at the time that all he wanted was to make her happy, insisting they were both adults who wouldn’t waste time on a relationship without a future.

However, despite those heartfelt words, it appears the relationship has now run its course — with Katie choosing to walk away rather than pursue another marriage she no longer believed in.

30 minutes ago! Emily Atack spoke out for the first time after being accused of using weight-loss tricks when sharing heartwarming photos from her Christmas holiday — and the real reason behind her weight loss has left fans stunned.

Emily Atack‘s Christmas carousel of photos have sparked an outrageous reaction from her followers, some of whom have accused her of using weight-loss jabs.

The Rivals star, 36, looked gorgeous as she posed for the Instagram snaps which were captioned ‘Christmas – a small selection of some fave outfits and beautifully busy tables that give me heartburn just looking at them.’

Emily posed in a selection of chic looks including skinny jeans and a black leather dress and colorful shrug, alongside snaps of her festive feasts and pub trips with pals.

Her comments section was soon brimming with messages but many fans rushed to defend the star after some suggested she had turned to weight loss aids.

‘Skinny jabs are jabbing’ wrote one follower as another asked ‘on the jabs? Looks good tho.’

Others questioned: ‘Are you on Mounjaro?’ and ‘That jab is making its rounds!’

One fan pointed out in defence of Emily: ‘These comments! Aren’t we over talking about women’s bodies?’

‘The thing is, women can’t win. We are either too fat or too skinny. While I appreciate you admiring her a bit larger, her size or any woman’s size is not for public comment. Let’s just say she is stunning,’ agreed another.

Another said: ‘Its amazing that she’s posted a whole reel of lovely Xmas photos and 80% of the comments are about her body.’

Emily’s celeb pal Katherine Ryan also had her say, simply writing ‘GIRL’ with a string of fire emojis.

A representative for Emily has been contacted by the Daily Mail for comment.

The actress welcomed her first child with her scientist fiancé Alistair Garner, in June 2024, a baby boy named Barney.

Just months after the birth Emily revealed she had been inundated with questions about her weight, but had refused to rush back to the gym.

Speaking to Jamie Laing on his Great Company podcast in November 2024, Emily shared: ‘There’s something quite liberating about having a baby. Your body goes through so much and you genuinely look at your body as a completely different vessel.

Her comments section was soon brimming with messages but many fans rushed to defend the star after some suggested she had had turned to weight loss methods

Emily posed in a selection of chic looks including skinny jeans and a chic black leather dress and colourful shrug alongside snaps of her festive feasts and pub trips with pals

One fan pointed out ‘These comments! Aren’t we over talking about women’s bodies?’ whilst comedian Katherine Ryan also had her say, simply writing ‘GIRL’ with a string of fire emojis

‘Being pregnant and being desexualised, looking at your body, you create a human inside you, then you give birth to your child – which by the way is mental – you get home and the first thing people say to you is, when are you going to get back in the gym?’

Emily laughed: ‘Are you kidding? I’ve just created a human, I am exhausted! I’ve just tried to push a human out of me and had it ripped out of my stomach.

‘The last thing I want to do is go to the gym but the first thing you’re expected to do is get back into shape.

‘Where’s the congratulations for being a mother? Instead it’s when are you going to get the baby weight off… I’m not back at the gym at the minute, I’ve actually put on more weight since giving birth. I’m just enjoying this bit.’

Emily revealed that she’s always had a ‘healthy relationship’ with her weight but was unprepared for the comments she’d receive in her breakout role as Charlotte Hinchcliffe in The Inbetweeners.

‘Everybody started talking about my weight,’ she explained. ‘There was a whole Facebook page dedicated to me/Charlotte Hinchcliffe. I couldn’t believe how awful it was, people talking about my weight.

‘People would then try and be positive and say “at least we’re seeing curvier girls now playing sexier roles on television”. I didn’t even know I was curvy!

‘I was a size eight, a tiny little body, but to some people it was the first time they’d seen a girl that wasn’t really, really skinny. They were used to seeing very underweight actresses playing the sexy girls.’

Speaking about the juxtaposition of posing for lads’ mags while simultaneously being trolled online, she added: ‘Some people were saying I’m sexy and beautiful and others saying I’m fat and ugly. It was so confusing.

Mum of one Emily said months after welcoming her son: ‘There’s something quite liberating about having a baby. Your body goes through so much and you genuinely look at your body as a completely different vessel- pictured in September 2024

Emily, pictured in summer 2025, has revealed that she’s always had a ‘healthy relationship’ with her weight

The actress welcomed her first child with her scientist fiancé Alistair Garner, in June 2024, a baby boy named Barney

The Rivals star shared photos of her group dinners and pub trips, joking that the ‘beautifully busy tables are giving me heartburn just looking at them’

Just months after the birth Emily revealed she had been inundated with questions about her weight, but had refused to rush back to the gym

‘Luckily I’ve never ever had any unhealthy eating habits, or dieting, I’m so f***ing lucky that I’ve never in my life.

‘I don’t go on diets. There have been times in my life where I’ve thought I’ve got to lay off the wine for a bit and get in shape for this new role or for my mental health I’ve gone to the gym a bit more but I’ve never become thinner because of being called fat. I’ve had to train my brain.’

Emily revealed her engagement news last summer on Instagram, with a loved-up snap with her shirtless fiancé Alistair, 40, showing off her dazzling diamond ring, with the caption: ‘It’s Friday, I’m in love’.

The couple have known each other for almost three decades as her mother is the sister of Alistair’s stepmother Jane Garner.

They were introduced after Emily’s aunt started dating Alistair’s father Stephen Garner in the early 90s, eventually getting married in 1994, before Stephen tragically passed away in 2023, leaving Emily devastated.