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US President Donald Trump made a brutal remark about a country very close to Prince Harry’s heart, and it’s likely upset the duke. It comes after Trump’s brutal insult towards Meghan Markle

Donald Trump has risked a new fallout with Prince Harry after ‘belittling’ one of the Duke’s favourite countries, Lesotho.

On Tuesday night, the US president gave a joint address to Congress, during which he listed the programs he has cut off from American financial aid in order to bring down the federal deficit.

“Eight million dollars to promote LGBTQI+ in the African nation of Lesotho, which nobody has ever heard of,” Trump brutally claimed, to some laughter from Republican lawmakers.

The Lesotho government is “shocked and embarrassed” by the comments, the foreign minister, Lejone Mpotjoane, told AFP. “We did not expect a head of state to refer to another sovereign nation in such a manner,” he said.

Trump’s remarks are also likely to have riled Harry, who has a strong connection to Lesotho. He is good friends with Prince Seeiso – the younger brother of the country’s current King Letsie III – and together the pair set up a charity in Lesotho – Sentebale, which means “forget me not”. The organisation, which they established in 2006, works with local communities in the country at grassroots level, helping young people affected by HIV/Aids.

Like the United Kingdom, Lesotho is a constitutional monarchy. This means that although it has a royal family, an elected prime minister runs the country. Harry first went to Lesotho in 2004 on his gap year when he was 19, and has returned to the country many times since then.

It comes after Trump issued a direct threat to Harry just last year, saying that if it was found that the prince had lied on his visa application about his drug-taking, he would take “appropriate action.’ There is nothing to suggest the duke has done this.

He later clarified that he would not seek to deport Harry – but took a brutal swipe at his wife Meghan. “I don’t want to do that,” Trump told the New York Post. “I’ll leave him alone. He’s got enough problems with his wife. She’s terrible.”

Just recently, King Charles invited Trump to make a state visit to the UK later on this year. It’s a rare second invite for an American president; Trump made a state visit in his first term when Queen Elizabeth II was on the throne.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer personally delivered the letter from the King at a meeting with Trump in the Oval Office just last week, with the president accepting the invite and saying that it would be an “honour” to visit the “fantastic” country. He added that King Charles was a “beautiful man, a wonderful man”.

Just hours after the handwritten letter was delivered, Harry appeared to take a swipe at Trump during a surprise appearance at the Upfront Summit in Los Angeles. He spoke about how billions of people were experiencing the “detrimental effect” when “basic morals and empathy are abandoned in favor of power and control”.

“Now this would be a great time to talk about how a sickness in leadership across sectors – from politics to tech – can have a detrimental effect on millions, if not billions, of people,” he said.

“When service to others is sacrificed for personal gain. When basic morals and empathy are abandoned in favor of power and control. But I’m not gonna get into all that now!”

President Trump has spoken publicly about his admiration for the royal family – and he previously accused the Sussexes of breaking the late Queen’s heart after they stepped down from royal life.

He said: “I think there was great disrespect to a person I got to know very well and like; the Queen. She was unbelievable, you know.

“I thought she was treated very disrespectfully by them. Although she wouldn’t show it because she was strong and smart, I imagine they broke her heart. The things that they were saying were so bad and so horrible and she was in her 90s and hearing this stuff. I think they broke her heart. I think they hurt her bad.”

The President further insisted that Harry and Meghan ”were very disrespectful to the royal family” when they decided to step down from their duties.

Halle Berry Flatly Refused to Stand on the Same Stage with Whoopi Goldberg at the Oscars – “She’s Not a Good Woman”

In a shocking turn of events that has sent ripples through Hollywood, award-winning actress Halle Berry has reportedly refused to share the stage with veteran actress and talk show host Whoopi Goldberg at the prestigious Oscars ceremony. According to inside sources, Berry made her stance crystal clear, allegedly stating, “She’s not a good woman,” when asked about her decision.

This unexpected revelation has sparked widespread speculation and debate among fans and industry insiders. Many are now questioning the underlying reasons behind Berry’s refusal. Could it be a long-standing personal feud? A professional disagreement? Or does it stem from Whoopi Goldberg’s often controversial opinions and outspoken nature?

Whoopi Goldberg, an Oscar-winning actress herself, is no stranger to controversy. As a longtime co-host on The View, she has been known for her strong and sometimes divisive opinions on social and political issues. While she has a dedicated fan base, she has also faced backlash on multiple occasions for her remarks on various topics. Could it be that Halle Berry holds personal reservations about Goldberg’s views or past actions?

Halle Berry, on the other hand, has always been seen as a classy, professional, and highly respected actress in the entertainment industry. As the first Black woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress, she has paved the way for many in Hollywood and has remained an influential figure in the industry. Her refusal to stand on the same stage as Whoopi Goldberg suggests that there might be more to the story than what meets the eye.

Fans have taken to social media to express their opinions, with some supporting Berry’s decision while others are urging both actresses to put aside their differences for the sake of unity. The Oscars are meant to celebrate the best in cinema, and tensions between two high-profile stars could cast a shadow over the ceremony.

As of now, neither Halle Berry nor Whoopi Goldberg has made an official public statement addressing the controversy. However, with the growing speculation surrounding the issue, the entertainment world is eagerly waiting for a response.

McFly singer Danny Jones and his wife Georgia Horsley have reportedly held ‘crunch talks’ after he was filmed sharing a kiss with Maura Higgins following the BRIT Awards

Under-fire Danny Jones and his wife reportedly held crunch talks amid his drunken kiss with Maura Higgins.

The McFly singer, 38, stunned fans this weekend when a clip of him getting close to the Love Island star, 34, after the BRIT Awards emerged. They appeared to share multiple kisses following the music award ceremony at the O2 Arena in London on Saturday night as they headed to a swanky bash together.

Danny, who has been married to his wife Georgia Horsley since 2014 and shares son Cooper with, appeared to kiss Maura at Universal Music’s after-party at 180 Studios on the Strand in the city. The pair both starred in the latest series of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!, as Danny was crowned King of the Jungle.

It’s claimed the couple are “keen to move on” from the scandal after discussing Danny’s naughty kiss. “This saga has been embarrassing and Danny had a lot of explaining to do,” a source claims.

Maura Higgins and Danny Jones met in the jungle last year ( 
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On Saturday night, Danny and Maura were reportedly seen chatting and laughing for a significant amount of time at the event. A source suggested that Danny was offering Maura advice and at one point, he put his arm around her shoulder, and she rested her head against him while talking with friends.

Speaking to The Sun, a source claims Danny and Georgia – who have reportedly stayed away from their London home amid the scandal – have spoken about the kiss. “They are keen to just move past it and get on with their lives,” the insider claims. “They’ve been away for a few days and they are focused on being a family unit. Danny and Georgia are both committed to each other and are moving on with their lives.”

Danny has been married to Georgia since 2014, and the couple share a seven-year-old son. Maura was recently linked to TOWIE star Pete Wicks, but they split last month. Despite both attending the BRITs, Maura and Pete reportedly managed to avoid crossing paths at the red carpet, ceremony, and afterparties.

The singer took to Instagram on the night to share one photo with his followers. He posed alongside YouTube and Britain’s Got Talent star KSI and his McFly bandmate Tom Fletcher. Danny captioned the post: “The collab you neeeeeeeed.” However, fans have since taken to the comments to slam the singer following reports of the kiss.

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One commented: “Then he went and cheated on his wife.” Another echoed: “Wtf Danny. You are married with a child. Fans are meant to respect you but how can they when you don’t even respect yourself.” Someone else added: “Oh Danny you had it all man.” Another fan defended Danny, as they wrote: “Omg EVERYONE NEEDS TO STOP! These are people lives. Leave them alone.”

Someone else agreed, as they penned: “If you have come here commenting in the most negative way, when we don’t know all the facts shame on you, for trying to bring somebody down.” While another quipped: “The Brits is the most unpredictable night of the year.”

His wife Georgia has received an outpouring of support from fans online as one fan wrote: “I’m so sorry if it’s true with Danny.” Another added: “I’m so, so sorry, you are such a beautiful person inside and out. We are all here for you xxxxx.” A third said: “We’re all behind you,” while another fan urged: “Please can you address if you’re okay,” along with a heart emoji.

Danny and Georgia had an emotional reunion when he won I’m A Celebrity late last year. He had a busy 2024 thanks to competing on The Masked Singer, coaching on The Voice, and his trip to the jungle that kept him in Australia for weeks. Georgia admitted she was “burnt out” from keeping the home front afloat in a candid post from January.

She posted a video of herself on a solo trip, staying at a cabin in the snow. Georgia explained the reason for the holiday as she said: “I was going into this New Year burnt out. Everything I didn’t want to feel entering 2025… I felt. Over a month of solo parenting, moving house on my own, working hard on my career whilst Danny was in the jungle with snakes in his pants was A LOT!

“So whilst I was still in Australia I decided I needed to do something for me… a solo trip, one to push me out of my comfort zone but also one to give me the break I craved. So… I booked a little cabin in the middle of nowhere, somewhere near Shropshire, and found a little nugget of calm in my overwhelmed brain. I chopped fire wood, built fires, sat in silence, read books, slept, took in the views, watched the sheep in the nearby field… and it was perfect.”

McFly singer Danny Jones and his wife Georgia Horsley have reportedly held ‘crunch talks’ after he was filmed sharing a kiss with Maura Higgins following the BRIT Awards

Under-fire Danny Jones and his wife reportedly held crunch talks amid his drunken kiss with Maura Higgins.

The McFly singer, 38, stunned fans this weekend when a clip of him getting close to the Love Island star, 34, after the BRIT Awards emerged. They appeared to share multiple kisses following the music award ceremony at the O2 Arena in London on Saturday night as they headed to a swanky bash together.

Danny, who has been married to his wife Georgia Horsley since 2014 and shares son Cooper with, appeared to kiss Maura at Universal Music’s after-party at 180 Studios on the Strand in the city. The pair both starred in the latest series of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!, as Danny was crowned King of the Jungle.

It’s claimed the couple are “keen to move on” from the scandal after discussing Danny’s naughty kiss. “This saga has been embarrassing and Danny had a lot of explaining to do,” a source claims.

Maura Higgins and Danny Jones met in the jungle last year ( 
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On Saturday night, Danny and Maura were reportedly seen chatting and laughing for a significant amount of time at the event. A source suggested that Danny was offering Maura advice and at one point, he put his arm around her shoulder, and she rested her head against him while talking with friends.

Speaking to The Sun, a source claims Danny and Georgia – who have reportedly stayed away from their London home amid the scandal – have spoken about the kiss. “They are keen to just move past it and get on with their lives,” the insider claims. “They’ve been away for a few days and they are focused on being a family unit. Danny and Georgia are both committed to each other and are moving on with their lives.”

Danny has been married to Georgia since 2014, and the couple share a seven-year-old son. Maura was recently linked to TOWIE star Pete Wicks, but they split last month. Despite both attending the BRITs, Maura and Pete reportedly managed to avoid crossing paths at the red carpet, ceremony, and afterparties.

The singer took to Instagram on the night to share one photo with his followers. He posed alongside YouTube and Britain’s Got Talent star KSI and his McFly bandmate Tom Fletcher. Danny captioned the post: “The collab you neeeeeeeed.” However, fans have since taken to the comments to slam the singer following reports of the kiss.

It looks like the McFly singer’s marriage will be okay ( 
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One commented: “Then he went and cheated on his wife.” Another echoed: “Wtf Danny. You are married with a child. Fans are meant to respect you but how can they when you don’t even respect yourself.” Someone else added: “Oh Danny you had it all man.” Another fan defended Danny, as they wrote: “Omg EVERYONE NEEDS TO STOP! These are people lives. Leave them alone.”

Someone else agreed, as they penned: “If you have come here commenting in the most negative way, when we don’t know all the facts shame on you, for trying to bring somebody down.” While another quipped: “The Brits is the most unpredictable night of the year.”

His wife Georgia has received an outpouring of support from fans online as one fan wrote: “I’m so sorry if it’s true with Danny.” Another added: “I’m so, so sorry, you are such a beautiful person inside and out. We are all here for you xxxxx.” A third said: “We’re all behind you,” while another fan urged: “Please can you address if you’re okay,” along with a heart emoji.

Danny and Georgia had an emotional reunion when he won I’m A Celebrity late last year. He had a busy 2024 thanks to competing on The Masked Singer, coaching on The Voice, and his trip to the jungle that kept him in Australia for weeks. Georgia admitted she was “burnt out” from keeping the home front afloat in a candid post from January.

She posted a video of herself on a solo trip, staying at a cabin in the snow. Georgia explained the reason for the holiday as she said: “I was going into this New Year burnt out. Everything I didn’t want to feel entering 2025… I felt. Over a month of solo parenting, moving house on my own, working hard on my career whilst Danny was in the jungle with snakes in his pants was A LOT!

“So whilst I was still in Australia I decided I needed to do something for me… a solo trip, one to push me out of my comfort zone but also one to give me the break I craved. So… I booked a little cabin in the middle of nowhere, somewhere near Shropshire, and found a little nugget of calm in my overwhelmed brain. I chopped fire wood, built fires, sat in silence, read books, slept, took in the views, watched the sheep in the nearby field… and it was perfect.”

Coronation Street fans believe they have worked out a sad twist set to air on the ITV soap after Wednesday night’s episode, ahead of a character leaving Weatherfield

There could be heartbreak on the way on Coronation Street with fans thinking they have worked out a devastating twist.

On Wednesday night, Daisy Midgeley and David Platt were let fighting for their lives in a devastating crash. A hit and run saw Weatherfield residents horrified as Daisy and David were run over and left seriously injured.

Viewers found out on Monday that the hit and run was set up by David and his former inmate Andy, with David vowing that he had to die in order to get Harvey Gaskell off his and his family’s backs. But poor Daisy got caught in the crossfire and the pregnant character was struck by the car, despite David’s attempts to get her out of the road.

As the episode played out, both Daisy and David were rushed to hospital with their loved ones by their sides. It was touch and go especially for David, and by the end of Wednesday’s episode he remained in a coma.

But there was also concern for Daisy and her unborn baby, with her partner Daniel Osbourne sharing some news. Daisy had to undergo a procedure to fix her injured arm, and on arrival at the hospital she had a baby scan where she was told all seemed to be okay.

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However after the procedure, a nurse broke the news to Daniel that Daisy had been bleeding, and there was a chance she may have lost her baby. He told Daisy’s stepmother Jenny Connor: “Because of the accident, they think that she’s got an abruption in her placenta, kind of like a bruise.

“She’s been bleeding between the uterus and the placenta. They can’t be 100%, but they think she might have lost the baby. They won’t know for sure until they do another ultrasound tomorrow.”

It won’t be until Friday’s episode that viewers will find out more on Daisy and David’s conditions, and whether Daisy’s baby has sadly died. But with Daisy leaving the ITV soap soon, fans are fearing the worst after the horrific crash.

Taking to social media, one fan said: “We know Charlotte Jordan ( Daisy) is leaving so she’ll probably lose her baby.” Another added: “I bet Daisy loses the baby when she gets run over and that’s how she leave the street.”

A further comment read: “My #Corrie prediction – David doesn’t die, Daisy doesn’t die; but her baby does and it comes out that she kept quiet about the truth of the father, she decides that she can’t stay and takes the Paris job and leaves Jenny to clear up the mess, especially the money owed to Carla.”

Good Morning Britain contributor Narinder Kaur has locked horns with Dan Wootton over his scathing review of Meghan Markle’s new Netflix series – With Love, Meghan.

Tempers flared online as Good Morning Britain’s Narinder Kaur clashed with Dan Wootton after he lambasted Meghan Markle’s new Netflix series, With Love, Meghan.

Controversial journalist Dan used a segment of his Outspoken podcast to slam the show, stating he “had given up over four hours of my life to watch With Love, Meghan” and went on to deride it as “the worst TV series ever made”.

He also accused Netflix of “producing an atrocity” and pledged to unmask the “tissues of lies” he alleged the Duchess weaves.

Taking his critique to Twitter, he asserted: “Meghan Markle’s shock new lie as we review the WORST TV show in history – Netflix’s With Love, Meghan – so you don’t have to watch it yourself.”

GMB regular Narinder Kaur defended the Duchess of Sussex ( 
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However, Narinder was quick to counter his opinion, writing: “Lies, Dan. I’ve just watched four episodes and without any doubt, Meghan comes across as thoughtful, kind, welcoming, smart, caring and bloody hardworking in that kitchen. She radiates with beauty, and actually – I genuinely didn’t expect to like her this much! She’s a star.”

Dan responded with disbelief, pressing Narinder: “ARE YOU SERIOUS! ? Like actually serious? Give me one example of how she comes across that way… x,” reports the Express.

Narinder stood her ground in the debate, countering: “Yes. Really. In fact, I was going to WhatsApp you and say, ‘Come on Dan, she’s so damn likeable.’ With her friends – she shows sooo much care, she thinks of what THEY like, what their kids would like, she’s so wary of making them feel welcome, she for sure loves cooking and cleaning! No airs and graces. Harry is extremely lucky.”

Meanwhile, Netflix viewers have been voicing their thoughts on the eight-part series that showcases Meghan inviting celebrity pals to her stunning California home. Throughout the show, she dishes out cooking and gardening tips and delves into her past and Royal life with Prince Harry.

Opinions are split, some tagging it “boring” while others call it “soothing” and “feel good”. Fans are chiming in, with one enthused viewer posting: “Okay, I’m not even 30 minutes into episode 1 and I can honestly say #WithLoveMeghan is the best. I needed this show. With all the drama happening here in the US, it’s great to watch a fun, relaxing, peaceful, joyful, informative, great show. Thank you Meghan and Netflix.”

Another chimes in revelling in its “light and warm” vibes, praising Meghan’s “genuine care” for those she hosts.

The Duchess-produced series aims to meld “practical how-tos and candid conversation with friends, new and old”, as described in its press blurb. Initially set for a January release, the show faced delays due to the Los Angeles wildfires.

Denise Welch was quick to set the record straight while appearing on ITV’s This Morning as she spoke about the on-air clashes that often takes place on ITV show Loose Women

Loose Women star Denise Welch has opened up on reported feuds amongst her ITV co-stars as she insisted that they all get along very well.

The 66-year-old actress appeared on ITV’s This Morning on Wednesday (March 5) alongside Loose Morning star Jane Moore.

Discussing their new podcast with presenters Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley, the pair went on to share insight on how they’re able to talk about matters in depth and how their new Loose Women audio programme has been a success so far.

But when presenter Cat pointed out how well the women seem to get along despite having on-air clashes, Densise explained that things are often taken out of context.

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Cat said: “As a woman watching that show, I love it that you can really disagree and then you’re the best of mates.”

Denise quickly interjected and said: “We never even talk about it off stage, no!” With Jane adding that their conflicts often end up on the “front page of a magazine”.

Former Coronation Street star Denise added: “It’s so ridiculous! I’m 67 this year. If you think I would voluntarily come into a job with a toxic environment, I wouldn’t! I don’t have to and I wouldn’t!

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“We have never had a row in all the years that we’ve worked! Me and Carol McGiffin used to have some hong dingers on there but we never talked about when we got off stage. People like to pit women against each other.”

After hearing Denise’s stance, some viewers were left rather unsure, with one writing: “Jeez! Own opinions?? Didn’t Charlene [White] have to give Denise a telling off ‘on-air’ last week over her comments on a subject??”

Another also shared a harsh reaction and penned: “Toxic femininity also exists. You only need to watch Loose Women to see it in action.”

The first episode of Loose Women is available for fans to listen to on ITVX. The synopsis for episode one reads: “In our first episode of Loose Women: The Podcast, Denise Welch and Ayda Field Williams discuss addiction, surrogacy, motherhood and Hollywood crushes!”

Vanishing Twin Syndrome (VTS) occurs in 36% of twin pregnancies – this is what you should know after the Love Island star spoke out

Reality star Olivia Bowen broke down in tears on Loose Women this week, as she opened up about her difficult pregnancy. The 31-year-old, who shot to fame on Love Island in 2016, was pregnant with twins before suffering from Vanishing Twin Syndrome (VTS).

As its name suggests, this condition takes place when one twin in a multiple pregnancy disappears, leaving a single embryo behind. It’s a type of miscarriage estimated to occur in 36% of twin pregnancies, with the affected baby absorbed by the surviving twin or the mother’s body.

“Something happened called Vanishing Twin Syndrome,” Olivia said in an emotional segment of the ITV show. “Sorry, I didn’t want to get upset at this bit because I want to get it factually correct, because it is so important.

“…And one of the babies just basically didn’t have a heartbeat, but I’d had no symptoms. I’d had no pain, no bleeding, absolutely nothing to tell me that [this] was what we were walking into. And, I guess from that moment, we were just completely floored.

“We were expecting to have these two little babies, but Vanishing Twin Syndrome, that is what happens. They can, as it says, literally just vanish.”

Olivia and her husband, Alex, found out they were pregnant with twins at the six-week mark before suffering from VTS at eight weeks. During that fortnight, they had started planning everything from bedroom arrangements to car seats, and were devastated to learn of their loss.

“I have twins in my family and as soon as we found it was twins I was already quite nervous,” Olivia explained. “Because we’ve not had a great history of twins in our family. But [Alex] you were so positive, weren’t you?”

Joining the conversation, Alex said: “When you find out that you’re having twins, you kind of like, all these emotions run through your mind and you’re like, ‘Oh my god, how am I going to, like, control another two on top of the one that we’ve got?’

“And then five minutes later I was kind of like, had these scenarios in my mind like, ‘I can’t wait to go on holiday and check in the back of the car, all three kids are playing’. And then yeah, unfortunately, that just got kind of taken away.”

Although Olivia experienced no symptoms of VTS, Cleveland Clinic suggests that light bleeding, cramps, and pain in both the back and pelvis can be a cause for concern. It is commonly caused by irregularities in one twin’s DNA, which hinder its development.

These irregularities are often present at conception and cannot be changed or controlled. “If the embryo disappears in the first trimester, neither you nor your surviving fetus will likely experience any complications,” the clinic explains.

“Your pregnancy will continue as usual…It’s possible to be pregnant with multiples and to miscarry one or more of the embryos before your first pregnancy ultrasound. In this case, neither you nor your provider will know you were pregnant with twins or triplets.”

Olivia and Alex, parents to two-year-old Abel Jacob, are expecting their second child this summer ( 
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Olivia and Alex, parents to two-year-old Abel Jacob, are expecting their second child this summer. While the experience has been a ‘rollercoaster of emotions’, Olivia said there is one positive thing she holds on to.

“The one beautiful part of it that I try to hold on to is that they do absorb into your body,” she said. “So, they just gradually go back into your body.

“Those cells become a part of you, and that’s what we’ve sort of been holding on to. But throughout all of this, you know, we’ve got a really healthy little baby in there, that we are so excited to meet.

“But it was just that bittersweet rollercoaster of emotions that I never expected. And I know miscarriages are common – one in four – but this for twin pregnancies, triplet pregnancies, it’s up to 35%. It’s a big number.”

Gypsy Rose Blanchard has shared insight of how she feels now after being released on parole for the death of her mother

Gypsy Rose Blanchard has opened up on her heartbreaking regret as she spoke candidly on her “lifelong sentence”.

The 33-year-old rose to prominence when she was convicted of second-degree murder for the death of her mother, Dee Dee Blanchard after being subjected to physical, mental and medical abuse directly caused by her mum.

Gypsy’s story captivated TV audiences when it was documented on a number of television shows and movies.

Speaking on ITV’s Loose Women from the US, Gypsy, who committed the murder alongside her partner at the time, gave an update on how her life has been since she was paroled in late December 2023 after serving eight years in prison.

Gypsy spoke on Loose Women

“I wish I had gone through other avenues that are forever a lifelong regret, but unfortunately, hindsight is twenty-twenty, so I can change the past.

Loose Women star Jane Moore then asked: “Do you feel guilt now at your involvement in your mother’s murder?”

Gypsy replied: “Of course! Of course, I have to live with that every single day, and that’s a lifelong sentence. I might have served eight and eight and a half years in prison, but that is a lifelong sentence for me.”

Gypsy spoke about her regrets and said she wished she took a different route
When asked if she felt like “there was no other way out”, Gypsy responded: “That is correct, at the time I was very, very sheltered in my life so the avenues in which I cognitively thought to reach out, my mum had told me a lot of lies about my father so I didn’t turn to him for help because I thought he didn’t love me, that’s what my mum led me to believe

“I grew up with a mum that basically made me fearful of strangers so I felt like the only person I could confide in was my co-defendant. I wish I would have gone through other avenues, that is forever a lifelong regret but unfortunately hindsight’s twenty-twenty so I can’t change the past.”

Loose Women stars quizzed her on her regretNear the end of her chat with the Loose Women, she then said: “I never wanted to villainise my mum, I never approved of her being villainized.

“All I ever did was share my story, and unfortunately, the sins of her past put that label on her. I, however, don’t feel she was evil.

“I feel like she would have needed mental help and I think with that knowledge, we need to shift the narrative of putting her in a box. I think that more mental health awareness, of Munchausen by Proxy, needs to be advocated for.”

Loose Women star Christine Lampard has opened up about her husband Frank’s intelligence, revealing some surprise facts about the ex-footballer

Christine Lampard made a surprise admission about her husband Frank during Wednesday’s (5 March) episode of Loose Women. The TV presenter was back on the panel for another instalment of the daytime show, with her footballer husband being brought up in conversation.

The panel discussed Frank’s intelligence, questioning if Christine is as clever as her husband. The topic arose after it was revealed Frank once took an IQ test and scored very high.

“When he was playing at Chelsea, they made all of the players do an IQ test. It was actually just a foundation kind of IQ measurement in case there was a head injury playing the sport, so they could do another test later on,” Christine explained to her co-stars.

The TV star opened up about her husband on Loose Women
She admitted: “He completed smashed it. He did brilliantly in it. Some big high score. Mensa almost picking up the phone!”

Christine’s co-star Denise Welch then brought up Frank’s GCSE results, revealing she’d previously been informed that he achieved an A* in Latin and completed the qualification a year before his peers.

“Yes he’s got an A* in Latin,” Christine said, jokingly rolling her eyes. “I am joking. He is good at working things out. I understand why he does well on these kind of tests.”

Frank, who is now the head coach at Coventry City FC, has an IQ of 150, putting him in the top one to two percent of the country. He has previously opened up about taking the test during his time at Chelsea, revealing the opportunity arose after his team mate John Terry suffered concussion in 2007.

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He told the Coventry Telegraph: “I just breezed it. I was at Chelsea and it was in the aftermath of JT getting kicked in the head in the Carabao Cup final. Our doctor, who was Brian English at the time, made us do IQ tests to get us a base level of IQ so we could be registered again if you have a concussion or a head injury.”

Asked about his high score, he said: “Other people were more interested in it than me, to be fair. I’m quite proud of it. It just beat my wife, Christine, which was the best thing about it. She was just below me. I don’t know the exact numbers. I think she’s around the same.”