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Michelle McManus appeared on Thursday’s Loose Women where she spoke about her recent nine stone weight loss, leaving the studio in awe

Michelle McManus made a heartbreaking admission as she opened up about her nine stone weight loss.

The Pop Idol icon, 44, appeared on Thursday’s Loose Women where panellist Coleen Nolan said: “I mean, you look fabulous, you’ve lost nine stone?”

To which Michelle responded: “Yeah, thank you! I had gained a lot of weight in Covid, I had my two babies back to back, I gained a lot of weight. I think you can be beautiful at any size, that’s not what it’s about, but I think for me, honestly, I just got to the stage where I was looking in the mirror and crying.

Michelle McManus made a heartbreaking admission as she opened up about her nine stone weight loss ( 
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“I’m like: ‘I should love my body, I’ve just had these two babies in my 40s’ and I was really proud of that but I was just looking at myself going: ‘I feel miserable’. Then I just decided, I got this amazing life coach, just cut my calories, started going to the gym!”

The star added: “I’m wearing a size 18 jumpsuit, which I never thought I’d actually say, but you know I’m a size 18. For a lot of people, that’s where they start their journey, but for me I’ve got to 16-18 and I’m like: ‘I’m so happy here, this is where I’m happy’, I do, I feel really content.”

In 2005, Michelle, who shot to fame in 2003 when she won the second and final series of Pop Idol, appeared on Channel 4 dieting programme You Are What You Eat. Not long after, the plucky Scot brought out a book and DVD about weight loss.

The Feeling Good star told celebrity dietician Gillian McKeith that some nights she would have burgers, chips and eight whiskey and cokes – in one night.

However, after Gillian set out a new regime, which made Michelle quit booze altogether for five months, the singer managed to shift an impressive nine stone after previously weighing 23 stone when she was on Pop Idol.

The Pop Idol icon, 44, appeared on Thursday’s Loose Women to discuss her weight loss
Six years ago, Michelle decided to give up alcohol for good after falling pregnant with her first child. She said she relied on booze as a way to cope with low self-confidence, but said by her mid-30s she became worried about her safety after she would ‘black out’ after a night out.

Speaking on the Why Aren’t You Drinking podcast, the Glasgow-born star said: “I stopped drinking in 2019 on the day I got my positive pregnancy test and it was a blessing for so many reasons.

“Falling pregnant helped me make the massive decision to give up alcohol which I had been too scared to make. I didn’t really know who I was without alcohol, not because I felt really that I was dependent on it, but it had been such a huge part of my life and my persona.

“It was a form of escapism when I maybe wasn’t reading such nice things about me or I didn’t feel as confident as I do now. Alcohol was a way for me to go ‘Goodbye world’.”

The Loose Women panellists were discussing the topic ‘where do you go to cry’ when Coleen Nolan, who admits she holds her emotions in, revealed she’s ‘booking a day of crying’

Loose Women’s Coleen Nolan revealed she’s ‘booking a day of crying’ on Thursday’s show.

During the latest instalment, the panellists were discussing the topic ‘where do you go to cry’ when Coleen, 59, admitted she typically holds her emotions in but was planning a day to cry.

It comes as Coleen recently split with her partner of three years as she embraces single life on her new farm.

Talking to her fellow panellists on Thursday’s show about allowing yourself to cry, Coleen said: “I’m terrible for it, I hold it in and it will be a moment that I’m not expecting it and it won’t be over anything that I thought I was going to cry about.

Loose Women’s Coleen Nolan revealed she’s ‘booking a day of crying’ on Thursday’s show ( 
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“It’ll be something like I dropped a cup on the floor and all of a sudden it will just come and I’ll think: ‘I’m not even bothered about the cup!’”

She added: “I’m booking a day of crying, I’ve told my children, it’s in the diary, they’re getting locked out. Go wherever you want, I’m going to lock my front door and I’m just going to cry all day.”

Coleen continued: “I need [to do it], it is my own therapy, I know I need to do it as I’ve been holding a lot in. The thing with me, and my fear is, if I start I won’t stop as it’s not over one thing, it’s over everything I’ve ever held in.

“So it’ll be my sister being sick, it’ll be over losing Bernie, and then it will be over things that are happening now. It all then comes out and my problem is, I get to a point, whenever I do cry, I instantly try and stop myself crying as if I don’t stop myself, I’m not going to stop, then it wears me out, I’m so worn out by the end of it.

“If I’m going to do it, I know I need to be on my own so I don’t feel I have to stop because there’s people there and also then I’ve got the rest of the day to get over it.”

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It comes as Coleen recently parted ways with Michael Jones, citing her busy lifestyle as the reason as she juggles work with settling into her new home.

Mum-of-three Coleen recently said that breaking up was “sad” but insisted it ended on good terms. “We’ve decided that we would rather just stay friends, take it as a friendship,” said Coleen, who started dating the supermarket logistics worker in 2021.

“It’s nothing to do with anyone else, it’s nobody’s fault. But I’m really busy and when I’m not really busy with work I’m busy on the farm and I feel personally that I can’t give time to everything. We still get along great and hopefully we can continue to be friends, who knows?”

Coleen added: “I’m not going to say it wasn’t sad, because of course it was. But I really hope that once that sadness goes away we can continue to be friends. I don’t regret any of it, it was fabulous.

“Michael came along at just the right time for me and I think over the last three-and-a-half years we’ve helped each other grow. I always choose to focus on the times that were great, not the sad ending.”

Gregg Wallace appeared on the final of MasterChef: The Professionals, after the Christmas specials of the series were pulled from BBC schedules

Gregg Wallace was shown on the BBC for what is potentially the last time in tonight’s MasterChef: The Professionals final, where he praised winner Dan Merriman, 29, for his “dish after dish of absolute beauty”.

Throughout the competition Dan has wowed the judges Marcus Wareing, Monica Galetti and Gregg Wallace and impressed restaurant critics and some of the country’s leading chefs – delivering outstanding, innovative food and skilful cookery.

Reacting to his win, Dan said: “To walk away as MasterChef Champion, it means the world to me. There’s not been that many times where I’ve been proud of myself in my life, but I’ve hit the pinnacle! This whole competition has changed my life. I’m forever grateful.”

The judges had so much to say about Dan, with Marcus Wareing commenting: “We have a star. I see Dan’s cookery as fine dining at its very, very best. His food is precise, technical, it’s incredibly creative. I think it’s outstanding. This guy is shining. I can’t wait to see what this chef is going to do in the future.”

Monica Galetti added: “From the moment he walked in, he let his cooking do the talking. I don’t think Dan realises how good he is. The kind of cooking he’s been doing takes years to get right.” Gregg Wallace said: “Dan’s food has been blowing us away, not just in this Final but for round after round. Dish after dish of absolute beauty. Watching this chef grow in stature has been a wonderful thing to witness. I think this has been a turning point in Dan’s life.

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The Christmas specials of MasterChef have been pulled from the BBC ’s schedules after allegations surfaced about Gregg’s behaviour. BBC bosses previously said the corporation will not “tolerate behaviour that falls below the standards we expect” and will continue to champion “a culture that is kind, inclusive and respectful”.

Last week, Gregg apologised for claiming complaints about his behaviour came from “a handful of middle-class women of a certain age”, adding he will “take some time out”. Lawyers for the presenter have previously strongly denied “he engages in behaviour of a sexually harassing nature”, according to BBC News.

With regard to the Christmas specials, a BBC spokesperson said: “As we have said, MasterChef is an amazing competition which is life-changing for the chefs taking part and the current series of MasterChef: The Professionals is continuing as planned. The celebrity Christmas specials are obviously a different type of show and in the current circumstances we have decided not to broadcast them.”

It comes after Sir Rod Stewart’s wife Penny Lancaster has claimed she was “bullied” by Gregg on Celebrity MasterChef. The model and Loose Women star, 53, said she believes he “used his position of power to intimidate and cause distress” on set, and claims production

Last month, Sir Rod, 57, alleged that the presenter “humiliated” his wife when she took part on the show in 2021, saying “good riddance” to Gregg after he stepped away from the BBC programme while the show’s production company Banijay UK investigates claims of misconduct.

Now, Penny has spoken about her experiences with Gregg, 60, for the first time, saying on Loose Women: “I most definitely was witness and victim to some of the bullying and harassment behaviour of Gregg Wallace, and unfortunately, a lot of those involved in the production team were also witness to that.

“I really feel that he used his position of power to, I believe, intimidate and cause distress to a lot of people on set. And it’s really unfortunate that someone like him is allowed to get away with that, and while others sort of stand by and let it happen at the same time.”

She added that Rod had posted his now famous critique of the presenter as a “tubby, bald-headed, ill-mannered bully” without her knowledge. “I didn’t realise my husband had sent that post out until it was out,” she said, adding she was “in shock” when she read it.

Penny continues: “I felt a little bit vindicated that something was put out there, going back to sort of that whole Me Too (movement), it’s shocking to think how many women do suffer in the hands of… (men) in a powerful position and are too afraid to talk out. They don’t feel at the time that they’re going to be supported or listened to. So sometimes it can take a few years later for someone to mention something. It gives the other victims and people that have suffered the confidence to come forward.”

Both the Prince of Wales and the late Queen Elizabeth are included in the £40 range of glass decorations, but their son Prince William is the only member of the royal family on offer

Harry and Meghan’s absence from Selfridges’ Royal bauble collection has become the butt of jokes online, with shoppers quipping they might end up “in the bargain bin”.

Fans looking to add a regal touch to their tree can snap up £40 ornaments representing King Charles, the late Queen Elizabeth, or the Prince and Princess of Wales at the iconic Oxford Street location. Sadly, the Sussexes and Queen Consort Camilla are conspicuously missing from the luxury lineup.

Jibes about the oversight have spread across social media, with one user quipping: “I’m presuming that the Harry and Meghan baubles are in the bargain bin?!” Another chimed in: “I am sure Queen Camilla is very grateful!”

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However, not everyone is thrilled by the appearance of the decorations, with comments ranging from labelling them as “tacky” to bluntly questioning, “Who in God’s name would want to look at William or his dad?”

Others disparaged the looks of the Royal couple’s baubles, with a detractor saying: “Both awful looking. No doubt the royal sycophants on here will lap these up, though.”

Within the walls of Selfridges, while many were initially taken by the quirky baubles, sticker shock was common. A pair of American tourists, after posing beside Prince William’s likeness, protested: “It’s nice – but not for £40!” Another shopper voiced her skepticism to a companion, musing: “They’re sweet – but £40 just for one?”

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Prince William’s baubles found themselves nestled among those fashioned after British icon Audrey Hepburn and the American star Post Malone. Surrounding the future king were glittering figures of Amy Winehouse, Harry Styles, Freddie Mercury, Britney Spears, and Paul Hollywood.

These festive ornaments, crafted from coloured glass, stand approximately 12 – 13cm tall. King Charles graces one in his majestic Coronation Day regalia, while a separate bauble honours Queen Elizabeth adorned with one of her numerous crowns.

On its website, Selfridges extols its Kate Middleton decoration, calling it “a stunning depiction of Her Royal Highness Princess Kate.” About its Prince William ornament, the retailer boasts: “This piece is sure to add a hint of regal sophistication to your Christmas decor.”

I’m A Celebrity 2024 viewers have been discussing who they’re voting for as the winner during the live ITV final, with some fans already convinced they know who will win

Viewers think the I’m A Celebrity 2024 winner is already set, as they discussed their votes hours before the final.

Fans of the ITV series predicted who would win the jungle show hosted by Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly. Coleen Rooney, Danny Jones and Reverend Richard Coles are the three finalists, after Oti Mabuse left the jungle on Saturday night.

On Sunday night one of them will be crowned the new King or Queen of the Jungle, taking 2023 winner Sam Thompson’s victory. The trio will be rejoined by the former campmates who didn’t make the final, while Tulisa Contostavlos will not appear.

Now, with just hours to go, some viewers believe the winner is “obvious” and that one star “must win”. Despite voting not yet closed and the announcement not being made until this evening, fans think that one campmate will definitely be crowned the champion.

On Sunday night one of them will be crowned the new King or Queen of the Jungle, taking 2023 winner Sam Thompson’s victory. The trio will be rejoined by the former campmates who didn’t make the final, while Tulisa Contostavlos will not appear.

Now, with just hours to go, some viewers believe the winner is “obvious” and that one star “must win”. Despite voting not yet closed and the announcement not being made until this evening, fans think that one campmate will definitely be crowned the champion.

Coleen is tipped to win the series, amid her husband Wayne Rooney and their kids sharing their support. With Wayne hoping his wife brings home the crown, viewers do too with many fans of the show believing she will be the person declared victorious on Sunday evening.

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Taking to social media, one viewer said: “Coleen has to win,” as another wrote: “Coleen has won.” A third fan posted on X: “I voted for Coleen to win the whole competition. We ladies have to stick together.”

A fourth fan posted online: “Coleen must win. She has to,” as another said: “Coleen to take the win.” A further comment read: “Coleen should win,” while one viewer theorised: “Absolutely rigged for Coleen to win.”

Hosts Ant and Dec had already addressed fix claims just days ago, after former star GK Barry made a comment in her exit chat. When the presenters asked her who she thought would win, she shared her hopes that Richard would be the champion – while she also said she’d be happy if Coleen won.

But when she spoke about Richard being the potential winner, she suggested that if this did not happen then the show and the vote was “fixed”. Ant and Dec were quick to react with Ant calling this idea out.

Ant screamed out: “No… how would it be a fix? People vote,” as he pointed to the cameras. GK claimed that for her pal not to win would suggest the voting was fixed, while the conversation soon moved on.

Lorraine Kelly has had her say on Coleen Rooney’s next career move after the mum of four finished in second place on I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!

Lorraine Kelly is all for ITV reviving the reality TV gem Coleen’s Real Women, following Coleen Rooney’s impressive run on I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!, where she was pipped to the post by McFly’s Danny Jones. Chatting on her show, Lorraine, aged 65, pondered over what’s next for the 38-year-old mother of four.

She chatted with a pro about Coleen’s prospects, including whispers of a ‘bidding war’ between streaming heavyweights eager to snap up a deal with her.

The expert told Lorraine: “I think it’s going to be Coleen Rooney. She came across really well in the jungle. There’s rumours that Amazon and Disney are in a bit of a bidding war. Offering up to maybe five million pounds, for a fly-on-the-wall style, behind-the-scenes look at her super Cheshire mansion. Life at home with the Rooneys.”

Lorraine Kelly urged ITV to revive reality show Coleen’s Real Women ( 
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Lorraine joked: “Like the Osbournes, but maybe not like the Osbournes.”

The expert replied: “Four kids as well. I think we saw a little bit of what she’s like at home in the jungle. But, in terms of the Rooneys, it won’t be the first time we see them on TV. Coleen did an ITV series called Coleen’s Real Women.”

“I don’t remember that! ” Lorraine exclaimed, surprised. “Could always re-run it now. Why not?! Why not indeed.”

Coleen’s Real Women, which aired on ITV in January 2008, saw Coleen on a quest to find natural, beautiful women for modelling gigs, reports the Daily Record.

The buzz around Coleen’s potential TV career has grown after it was reported that she was offered over £1.5 million for her stint in the Australian jungle, making her the highest paid I’m A Celebrity contestant ever. Her appearance on the ITV show won her a legion of fans at home, and it appears she could be ready to capitalise on her newfound popularity.

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Coleen, who is married to former footballer Wayne Rooney, already has her next move planned. It’s been revealed that she is set to launch a personal product line with Applied Nutrition in January.

The mother-of-four signed a profitable contract with the wellness company before her jungle journey, having frequently promoted the company’s products on her Instagram account. Sources have suggested Rooney cleverly brought the brand’s hair, skin, and nails supplements into the jungle as part of the deal.

Lorraine airs weekdays from 9am on ITV and ITVX.

I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! star, Coleen Rooney, is used to the lap of luxury when she’s not Down Under in the jungle, living in a palatial pad in Cheshire with her husband, Wayne

When she’s not roughing it in the jungle on I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!, Coleen Rooney lives in a luxury pad in Cheshire.

The wife of Wayne Rooney, 38, who has reached the final of the ITV show in Australia, moved into the property, dubbed the ‘Morrisons Mansion’ with Wayne, 39, and their boys in 2021, after building the home from scratch.

The mansion was previously mocked for looking like a Morrisons supermarket by neighbours due to its size and architecture. However, unlike Morrisons, the home is kitted out with a whole host of high-end furnishings – and a full-sized football pitch.

I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! star, Coleen Rooney, is used to the life of luxury when she’s not Down Under ( 
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Elegant cream marble floors add to the luxurious feel of the home in Cheshire ( 
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Boasting a whopping 40 acres of land, two fishing lakes, stables, an enormous conservatory, a cinema and pool, the £20 million property is called High Lake Manor. Wayne also had a full-size football pitch installed at the mansion, which includes changing rooms with showers – although the Man Utd star was blocked from installing floodlights because of the mansion’s rural location.

The luxury Rooney pad, which is elegantly decorated with cream marble floors and soft lighting, also has a huge indoor swimming pool surrounded by a glass pavilion, a hot tub, plunge pool, steam room and his and hers changing rooms. But that is not all – it also boasts an extensive patio, landscaped gardens and a luxury car garage.

Wayne is believed to have paid over £4m to a Cheshire property developer to build the mansion, which of course, has two lifts. The second lift connects to the basement floor, which sports a sprawling gym, pool, Jacuzzi and a cinema room.

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The Rooneys decided to buy the dream home after thieves tried to break into their Cheshire home in 2016 before cops pounced. Coleen revealed she had been left waking up in the middle of the night to watch security cameras after an intruder was jailed for the break-in.

The mum-of-four admitted she has been left fearing for her children’s safety after ex-serviceman Robert McNamara admitted attempting to enter the family’s home in Prestbury.

In a victim impact statement read at Chester Crown Court, Coleen said: “Just after it happened it caused us sleepless nights, waking up and watching security cameras fearing someone was out there. I fear for my children playing outside on their own. It makes me sick that someone was creeping around the garden in the daylight.”

The Rooneys at Christmas, sporting matching pyjamas at home ( 
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We bet Coleen can’t wait to get back to Cheshire after roughing it Down UnderThankfully, the Rooneys were not harmed and now have the height of security in their new home. Coleen is no doubt looking forward to getting back to the mansion once she leaves the jungle in Australia.

Despite living in her palatial home in Cheshire, the WAG said she just wants to be known as “Coleen from Liverpool” before going on the show. Insisting she’s still just a “scouser”, she said: “I want to be known as Coleen from Liverpool. Not from any other type of place. It’s just me, as I always have been, so hopefully people just think she’s that scouser that she’s always been.”

Coleen Rooney has made it to the final of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! and her husband, Wayne, says he couldn’t be more proud of his childhood sweetheart

Coleen Rooney’s husband, Wayne, has posted a super sweet message after his wife made it to the final three of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!

The plucky Scouser, 38, is the last woman standing Down Under and will battle it out tonight between Danny Jones and Reverend Richard Coles to bag the Queen of the Jungle title.

Following the news that his childhood sweetheart had impressed viewers at home again, Wayne took to Instagram, expressing his pride. Sharing a snap of the mum-of-four in camp, he wrote: “Yes Col. Made it to the final and last girl standing. We knew you would make it. All proud of you [love heart emoji].”

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Coleen, who met Man Utd star Wayne when they were still in school, has had a tough couple of years dealing with the Wagatha Christie trial. Despite winning the libel case against Rebekah Vardy, the WAG’s private life was dragged through the courts in one of the most high-profile cases in showbiz history.

After the upheaval, Coleen said she wanted to go into the jungle for herself and to be known, simply, as ‘Coleen from Liverpool’. Speaking to the Mirror, the WAG’s mum, Colette, said she’s “finally got her daughter back.”

Opening up about Coleen’s “zest for life”, after she was reunited with her daughter temporarily in the jungle, Colette said: “As I held her, one of the things she said to me was ‘mum, have I been boring?’” Colette says. “It broke my heart hearing that but I said, ‘no, you’ve been yourself and that’s all that matters.

“She is obviously thinking about what people are thinking, but she needn’t worry,” she says. “If she went in shouting and being loud, that wouldn’t be her. We’ve seen the true Coleen.”

In a rare interview, Colette said that her daughter’s jungle experience has been just what she needed after a tough two years dealing with her High Court battle.

But watching her daughter on screen, she firmly believes that the show has helped get her zest for life back. “Absolutely, the show’s helped it come back, and also her confidence, because she was really lacking in it,” Colette says.

Asked what it was like as a mum seeing her daughter struggle during Wagatha Christie, she admitted: “Horrendous, because at one time during the trial, we lost Coleen. Coleen wasn’t Coleen. She couldn’t be herself. We didn’t know before the trial what was going on because she didn’t tell us. We noticed a difference in her behaviour, in her attitude, she even distanced herself. So when it all came out, it was a relief for us, really, because then we knew what was going on. But now we’ve got her back fully.”

The class of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! 2024 is heading home to the UK after spending three weeks in the jungle in Australia

The stars of A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! 2024 are all heading home after their impressive stint Down Under.

After three weeks in the jungle battling a whole host of creepy crawlies and living off rice and beans, the famous faces are winging their way back to Blighty on their epic Emirates flight from Australia.

Papped in Brisbane Airport today, Coleen Rooney looked like she was ready to get back to her luxury pad in Cheshire as she rocked up with a load of designer luggage alongside her sons Kit and Cass. Cass looked adorable sporting his mum’s jungle hat as he made his way through security along with Coleen’s parents who have been looking after their grandchildren while their daughter was on the show.

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Coleen’s husband, Wayne, is not Down Under due to his commitment managing Plymouth Argyle in the Championship. However, the WAG has revealed the first thing the former footballer said to her when she left the jungle.

Speaking to Richard Madeley and Susanna Reid, on Good Morning Britain, the mum-of-four said: “He just said how much he missed me, how proud he was and that the support back home has been unbelievable.” Coleen added: “He just can’t wait to see me and I can’t wait to see him as well.”

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Also at the airport was Oti Mabuse and her adorable baby girl. The Dancing On Ice star came fourth in the public vote and looked every inch the doting mum as she walked through the airport, dressed in a comfy cream tracksuit, with her bundle of joy, clutching a bottle of milk.

Meanwhile, making his way to check in was Reverend Richard Coles. Dressed in a smart checked shirt and chinos, he told the Mirror he’d had a “fantastic experience with great campmates, adding he’d “lost 7.75 kilos” during his time in camp.

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Also talking to the Mirror was Maura Higgins. Dressed in a tiny crop top and leggings, the former ring girl admitted she was “very tired” and was excited to get back to her “home comforts”.

Next to rock up at the airport was former boxer, Barry McGuigan, who look delighted to be making his way back home. The 63-year-old was evicted last week with Maura after putting a good shift in in the jungle.

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We hope she’s got a jumper for the plane! ( 
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“I had a good sleep, not sure you had a good sleep Maura. She’s been drinking long into the night.” And Maura quickly hit back: “Barry don’t tell everyone!” But Barry continued: “Ohh it’s amazing, you wouldn’t believe it when you look at her.”

As the pair chatted with host Joel Dommett, Maura revealed she only slept for an hour and a half as she celebrated getting out of the jungle. She said: “I only slept for an hour an a half. I went crazy with the food, I had a bottle of wine last night, yeah I definitely went overboard.”

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Jane Moore was also papped in Brisbane after being booted off the show first. The Loose Women star smiled for the cameras, cutting a casual figure as she made her way through the airport sporting navy slacks, a white shirt and comfy grey cardigan.

Joining her was Coronation Street star, Alan Halsall, sporting a black t.shirt and shorts. The Tyrone Dobbs star made the most of his time after the show, going skydiving and ‘passing out’ in a tattoo parlour with GK Barry’s dad, according to the YouTuber.

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Alan Halsall made the most of his time in Oz after the show ( 
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Meanwhile, Melvin Odoom was still wearing his jungle hat as he flashed a huge grin for the paparazzi. The Radio 1 star looked delighted to be going back to Blighty as he joined the class of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! 2025 as they head home for Christmas.

At a Christmas party, Prince William revealed he would be spending Christmas at Sandringham with no fewer than around 45 of his royal relatives – here we take a look at who is likely to have received a coveted invite from King Charles for the celebrations

The Royal Family’s Christmas celebration is always a big affair – and it seems this year, King Charles will be hosting the biggest gathering in years.

The past 12 months have been a tumultuous time for the Firm and will mark the first time the royals have come together en-masse after the King and the Princess of Wales were diagnosed with cancer within days of each other.

Earlier this week, Prince William hinted at just how big the festivities are shaping up to be telling guests at a party he will be celebrating the big day with around 45 relatives. Last month, the King travelled to Sandringham, where the royals traditionally celebrate the big day, to see how his Norfolk home is being prepared for the big day.

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A royal insider said at the time: “The King is embracing the Christmas period already and really getting into the spirit. Staff who have seen him this week remarked how happy and healthy he was looking.”

However, two royals who are not expected at the big bash are the King’s estranged son Prince Harry, wife Meghan Markle and their children Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet. It was revealed earlier this month that they will not be returning to the UK for Christmas as they have not received an invite for this year’s get-together at Sandringham, according to a source close to the couple. But who is expected to be there on the big day? Here we take a look…

Prince Andrew and Fergie walk to church on Christmas Day last year ( 
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Of course, the two main guests will be the King, who is hosting his third Christmas at Sandringham since taking the throne, and Queen Camilla. Joining them will be the Prince and Princess of Wales as well as their three children Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis. Royal sources previously told the Mirror how the King is ‘delighted’ to have William and Kate and their three confirmed for Christmas.

Also expected are Edward and Sophie, the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, and their two children Lady Louise Windsor, 21, and James, the Earl of Wessex, who turns 17 next week. The King’s trusted lieutenant Princess Anne is expected along with her husband Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence. Meanwhile, the King’s embattled brother Prince Andrew and his ex-wife Fergie are expected with sources suggesting the King has underlined his commitment to having the family united, especially over the Christmas period.

Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, with her two children Lady Louise and James, the Earl of Wessex ( 
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UK Press via Getty Images)Other guests include the King’s nieces and nephews as well as their families. That means invites are expected to have been extended to Zara and Mike Tindall and their three children Mia, Lena and Lucas, as well as Peter Phillips and his two daughters – and possibly even his new girlfriend Harriet Sperling.

Pregnant Princess Beatrice, husband Edo and daughter Sienna are expected as are Princess Eugenie, Jack Brooksbank as well as their young sons August and Ernest. Meanwhile, in a royal first, it has been hinted that Queen Camilla’s family will also be on hand to join the celebrations.

In an interview, Camilla’s son Tom Parker Bowles confirmed his mum had requested that he and his family also join in with the royal gathering this year. This would mean invitations for Tom and his children Lola and Freddie as well as for Camilla’s daughter Laura, her husband Harry and their three kids Eliza, Gus and Louis.

It is expected the rest of the guest list will be made up of other royals including the King’s cousin Sarah Chatto, the daughter of Princess Margaret, and her husband Daniel and sons Samuel and Arthur.

Margaret’s son Earl Snowdon is also likely to have been invited alongside his children Lady Margarita Armstrong-Jones and Charles, Viscount Linley. Other royals that could be there include the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester, Prince and Princess Michael of Kent and Lady Gabriella Windsor.