David Beckham takes centre stage in a festive new Nespresso Christmas advert where he plays football in the snow.

The 49-year-old Inter Miami FC owner steps into wellington boots and heads outside to a wintery scene where a snowman waits as his goalie.

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Noticing the snowman’s sad demeanor, Beckham decides to cheer him up and dresses him up in a football kit and gloves from his wardrobe, setting the stage for a lighthearted kickabout.

The former England captain places a Nespresso pod on the snowman’s nose, only to swipe it back after scoring after noticing he’s run out of coffee in his mug.

Last November, Beckham was announced as the newest Nespresso ambassador, alongside George Clooney and Bridgerton’s Simone Ashley.

As part of his partnership, it was revealed at the time that the self-confessed coffee fan would share an exclusive view of the genuine coffee moments he enjoys.

Beckham steps into wellington boots for the ad
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These included quiet moments to himself around his hectic schedule, making his favourite Nespresso coffees and recipes, as well as highlighting how he needs a moment of mindfulness, either with family or to himself as part of his morning ritual.

Speaking about the campaign last year, the dad-of-four and husband to Victoria, said: “I’ve always loved Nespresso coffee.

“Whether I am having a quiet moment at home with my family or preparing myself for a business meeting, the variety of blends is great, it’s so simple to make, and every cup tastes incredible.”

Loose Women’s Janet Street-Porter admitted she was ‘sick with jealousy’ on Wednesday’s show as co-star Denise Welch revealed an exciting career milestone

Janet Street-Porter admitted she was ‘sick with jealousy’ as Denise Welch made an exciting announcement on Wednesday’s Loose Women.

During the latest instalment, Denise, 66, revealed that she would be appearing in an upcoming episode of Emmerdale, which means she has now appeared in all four of the soaps.

Soap watchers will recall that Denise played Natalie Barnes in Corrie from 1997 to 2000, Alison Slater in EastEnders in 2016, Trish Minniver in Hollyoaks from 2021 to 2022 and now a character called Heidi in an upcoming Emmerdale episode.

Denise’s co-stars were left delighted over her milestone with host Ruth Langsford even handing her a mini trophy. However, one person who wasn’t impressed was Janet, 77, who admitted she was ‘sick with jealousy’.

Janet Street-Porter admitted she was ‘sick with jealousy’ as Denise Welch made an exciting announcement on Wednesday’s Loose Women

Ruth joked: “You should have seen Janet’s face, she was like this!” as she mimicked her co-star to which Janet responded with all the soaps she has been in, revealing she has had roles in Neighbours, Hollyoaks and Benidorm, as well as attempting to land a part in Casualty.

However, Denise quickly pointed out: “Benidorm is not a soap! A soap is a continuing drama not if it’s a different series” to which a fiery Janet replied: “Oh you nitpicker, you nitpicker!” Getting the final word in Denise quipped: “I’ve also been in Benidorm so there you go!”

Defusing the situation, Ruth joked: “This is like soaps Top Trumps!” to which Denise pointed out: “Janet’s not even an actress so why would she want to be in them?”

Elsewhere, Denise teased her upcoming Emmerdale role, saying: “I’m going to be in Emmerdale but, I say but, it’s not a but – but it’s a one-off hour-long special.

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“It’s the first time Emmerdale have ever done it, for those of you who are fans of Emmerdale, there has been a very powerful year-long story of domestic abuse which of course appealed to me when I knew I’d be part of it because of our Facing It Together campaign.

“This is the culmination of that story so the episode takes place exclusively between the court and the jury. I am one of the heads of the jury, called Heidi, obviously I can’t say what the outcome is but it’s a very powerful episode and some of the lines are taken from true cases.

“Refuge have seen it and they’re thrilled with how it’s being depicted! It was incredible to be a part of it”, adding that the episode will air later in December.

Vanessa Feltz has been through a lot when it comes to relationships, but it looks like the former TalkTV star is ready to find love once again – but with a much younger man

Vanessa Feltz’s life has been quite the whirlwind recently. After ending her 16-year relationship with Ben Ofoedu following allegations of his infidelity, and even confessing to jumping out of a moving car during their confrontation, it seems the TV presenter is ready to love again – but this time, she’s setting her sights on a younger man.

A source told OK! that Vanessa, who is known for her youthful spirit and playful nature, is ideally looking for a younger partner. They shared: “Vanessa is ideally looking for a younger man, she’s young at heart and loves to joke around and be playful so she finds more of that with younger guys. She knows she’s getting older but still wants a fun relationship and to feel desired rather than just settling down, so she’d love to find the perfect man who is a bit younger.”

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Vanessa is now reportedly looking for a ‘toy boy’ ( 
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Dave Benett/Getty Images)The 62 year old star isn’t new to dating younger men – she reportedly dated 33 year old model Stefan-Pierre Tomlin earlier this year and was previously engaged to Phats and Small singer Ben, 52. Vanessa herself admitted that “older men are no longer intriguing” and candidly explained why she’s lost interest in them, bluntly stating that men “aren’t fanciable past 55”.

She told You Magazine: “In general, chaps fall off the fanciable precipice the minute they sail north of 55.Vanessa further opened up, saying: “Pre-55, males are still convincing pistol-packers. After that point, they shrivel physically, intellectually and spiritually.”

The star then discussed what older women seek in their sex lives, such as ‘trying new things’, and pointed out the common ground between her age group and younger men—’enthusiasm’. Despite heartbreaks, including spending 635 of the last 636 nights alone after her split from her ex, nicknamed ‘One Hit Wonder’, and a painful divorce from the father of her children and orthopaedic surgeon Michael Krurer, who insulted her before leaving, Vanessa hasn’t lost faith in love, though she’s done with “wannabes”.

Speaking to OK!, she conveyed her hope: “I hope one day Cupid will pierce me with his arrow and I will find true love again. However, I’m not prepared to settle. My last relationship has put me off dating a wannabe. I’ve had enough of being somebody’s access-all-areas lanyard.”

Moreover, a source has also shared that her quest for love has always been a passionate journey, but she’s committed to finding ‘the one’. They said: “Vanessa is always looking for love, but she knows this time it needs to be the right one because she has been burnt in the past and the whole situation with Ben did really hurt her. She’s still out all the time and is hoping Mr. Right is out there – even better if he’s a toy boy.”

Vanessa is supporting her friend Ruth Langsford ( 
Image:
ITV)Meanwhile, Vanessa’s longtime pal Ruth Langsford could benefit from this hard-earned insight, following her own recent split. Back in July, it was publicly declared: “Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes have confirmed their marriage is over and they are in the process of divorcing.”

This former TV couple first got together back in 1997 and had their son Jack in 2002. Fast forward to 2010 and the scene was set at Cheltenham Races where Eamonn popped the question, having previously asked Ruth’s mother for her blessing, leading to their wedding within the year. But times change, and 64 year old Eamonn is now getting cosy with his new partner Katie Alexander, spotted post-cruise in the Med earlier this year.

Our source explained that Ruth Langsford, who’s a familiar face on This Morning, isn’t quite ready to jump back into the dating scene despite what her close pal Vanessa might hope. The source says: “Ruth is still taking time for herself and Vanessa knows that, she’s not in a place to be dating again and things aren’t there so she hasn’t been persuading her.”

However, ‘glam-ma’ Vanessa, adored by grandchildren Zekey, Neroli, AJ and Cecily, has mentioned that she’s been a pillar of support for Ruth post-split. She said: “I completely respect her desire, quite rightly, to keep this as, you know, from her perspective, dignified, quiet, you know, and just deal with it, yeah, on her own, privately. So, of course, she’s my actual friend in real life. I’ve been in contact, but I certainly respect her, and admire her dignity, and her silence over this, and that’s really all I want to say about it.”

The class of ITV’s I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here 2024 has at last been confirmed

The ten contestants joining Ant and Dec this weekend have now been officially confirmed for I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here 2024.

They will face trials and tribulations and up to three weeks sleeping under the stars in Australia before we find out who will be crowned this year’s King or Queen of the Jungle.

Missing from the line up is former Love Island star Maura Higgins and broadcaster Reverend Richard Coles who are expected to go onto the show as late entries, here the celeb campers reveal their hopes and fears for their Aussie adventure.

This year’s show will see the show kick off with a revamp, with the famous ‘Walk the Plank’ opening trial axed. ITV bosses will also film some of the opening scenes at a ten-bedroom Diamond Head estate worth £21 million to kick off the series in style.

Last year, former Made In Chelsea star Sam Thompson was crowned King of the Jungle and he is back down under to co-host an ITV2 spin off show.

The class of ITV’s I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here 2024 has at last been confirmed ( 
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Name: Oti Mabuse

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Age: 34

Famous for: winning Strictly Come Dancing two years in a row

Phobias: I am terrified of snakes.

On entering the jungle: “Now I have had my baby daughter, I want to get back to the adventurous and fun Oti. I feel ready for a change and doing something completely different. I will have no make-up, concealer, lashes – it’s going to be nice to be laid back.”

She added: “Of course not seeing my daughter is going to be hard. She is going to be one of my biggest motivators.”

Best & worst attributes: “I think I have a good listening ear. My worst? I can be quite loud – but unintentionally. And if I get bored, I am even more energetic.”

Name: Alan Halsall

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Age: 42

Famous for: Coronation Street star

Phobias: I’m not scared of anything at home but if you were to put ten snakes on my head, I don’t know how I would feel about that as clearly I’ve never been in that situation before!

On entering the jungle: “This is something I have always shied away from in the past. You are never going to get me on the ice, dancing isn’t my thing and this will be much harder than filming a scene in Corrie. There I am pretending to be someone else and delivering lines that are written for me. This is a very different thing. I will miss work too. It’s such a huge part of my life and I have been there for such a long time. I work with my best friends.”

Best & worst attributes: “My sense of humour and I hope to have a laugh in camp. Worst? Sleeping is going to be interesting. I have problems sleeping and it has to be pitch black and deadly quiet – now that is not going to happen!”

Name: Jane Moore

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Famous for: Loose Women star and journalist

Phobias: I’m not sure how I will feel when faced with Australian creepy crawlies, as they are so much bigger and I’m not fond of cold water either – so any of the water Trials I would not really want to do.

On entering the jungle: “I’m apprehensive about being away from home, being isolated and away from my phone and laptop – but actually, this is also the very thing I am looking forward to. I have never done a reality show before and I’ve always said when we talk about these things on Loose Women that this programme would be the one. I like an adventure and it appeals to me.”

Best & worst attributes: “I am very organised and so if anything needs organising, I’m your girl. I will also try to fill the long hours with lots of conversation. My worst? I get up at least twice in the night to go to the toilet, as I am a woman of a certain age. I will try to be quiet!”

Name: Tulisa Contostavlos

N-Dubz Singer and former X factor judge Tulisa promises to be a fan favourite ( 
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Age: 36

Famous for: N-Dubz Singer and former X factor judge

Phobias: I am not going to give too much away by telling people what to vote for, but I will be scared of a lot of stuff!

On entering the jungle: “I will probably struggle in the first few days as doing something like this is a big deal for me. I haven’t been thrust this much into the spotlight in a while and I have avoided it out of irrational fear.”

She added: “My friends who I have told are really excited. They feel it will be good for people to see the person I am – and not the perception. They are two very different people and they are excited. I just want to be in a place now where I live authentically.”

Best & worst attributes: “I am a good communicator and I’m aware of other people’s emotions. Worst? My eating habits. I am really OCD with my food so if something comes on a bone, I have to pick it all off first before I eat it. They will be waiting for me to finish so whoever wants to do the dishes, I will still be sitting there two hours later with the same little bowl!”

Name: Melvin Odoom

Melvin said he’s “a very positive guy in every situation” ( 
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Age: 44

Famous for: TV presenter and radio DJ

Phobias: I really hate insects and creepy crawlies.

On entering the jungle: “I can become a different person if I haven’t eaten enough – I am Moody Melvin! It’s very rare (this happens), but I will try my best to do all the Trials.”

Best & worst attributes: “I’m a very positive guy in every situation. My worst? I snore loudly and I’ve been trying to train myself not to do it before I go into the camp.”

Name: Coleen Rooney

It’s finally been confirmed that Coleen will be entering the jungle ( 
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Age: 38

Famous for: Wagatha Christie court case and wife of Wayne

Phobias: I don’t think I have got any phobias. Then again, I could say, ‘Oh I’m not scared of heights and then get up on a high building and the panic sets in!

On entering the jungle: “Of course it would be lovely to win. But if I don’t, then I will get to see the kids! Whatever I do in life, I like to put my all into it and so if I am going in there, it would be nice to stay until the end. Why would I go in there and then want to come out after week one? I want to go as far as I can but perhaps more importantly I have spoken with others who have taken part and they have all said that it was an experience that was a once in a lifetime opportunity and will probably never come again so wanted to get the most out of it, so I am excited to be a part of it”

She added: “I am really looking forward to I’m A Celebrity now and I hope I can make my family proud – no pressure!”

Best & worst attributes: “I am quite a focused person and so I hope I will be someone who says, ‘Come on, let’s battle through this’. My worst? I didn’t think I snored, but Wayne says I snore – not continuously though – just every now and again!”

Name: Barry McGuigan

Barry admitted he’s a little “irritable” ( 
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Age: 63

Famous for: Former boxing champion

Phobias: I don’t exactly enjoy hanging out with rats and snakes and spiders… but I don’t have a phobia of any of them.

On entering the jungle: “Once you’ve made the decision to get into I’m A Celebrity, you have to be willing to do everything. It might be disgusting and you might be tired, but being a fighter and being dedicated and committed to training and getting ready for fights… you have to go through hell, physically as well as psychologically. So, I know what I’m letting myself in for.”

Best & worst attributes: “I’m determined. But maybe as I’m getting older I’m getting more irritable. It’s just a natural thing, an age thing. I’m more irritable than I was 30 / 40 years ago, put it that way.”

Name: GK Barry

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Age: 25

Famous for: Podcaster and content creator

Phobias: I am terrified of everything!

On entering the jungle: “I did once sleep in a tent in the garden, but I went in after a few hours as it wasn’t very fun.

“I am imagining this as a retreat. I can’t wait to not have to be on social media and I think the small food portions in camp will be fine too.”

Best & worst attributes: “Making light of a negative situation. I am a good person if you are upset. My worst? I snore and to be honest, I can be lazy at times. But yes, I do know I am going to have to do some chores!”

Name: Danny Jones

Danny was seen arriving in Down Under last week ( 
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Age: 38

Famous for: Musician with McFly and won The Masked Singer

Phobias: I’ve tried to forget all of my phobias. I’ve never been put in a situation like this before. I’m hoping that I don’t come home with new phobias…

On entering the jungle: “I’m looking forward to the evening when someone’s come back with all of the stars – or I’ve come back with all of the stars – and everyone’s championing you saying, ‘Yes, come on’. The sun has set, the fire’s on, you’ve eaten and you’ve got that little high from your food. I’m looking forward to those evenings.”

Best & worst attributes: “I can kind of cook. So I’ll bring a bit of that. Apart from that I’ll just be the silly billy in the corner having a good time.”

Name: Dean McCullough

Age: 38

Famous for: Radio 1 DJ

Phobias: I am terrified of everything – snakes, green flies, being suspended off a cliff – it’s all torturous. Don’t tell Ant & Dec but I don’t like being confined in tight spaces either!

On entering the jungle: “I am a Cancerian and I don’t shy away from emotion,” explains Dean. “I am happy to have some deep and meaningfuls and share parts of my life I haven’t shared before – how I got to Radio 1, my coming out experience and things people don’t know about me. If the time is right and it feels correct, I am more than happy to share.”

Best & worst attributes: “I’d like to think I will bring lots of good vibes. Worst? I am known to wake up in the middle of the night.”

Dean said he’ll bring “good vibes” ( 
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* I’m A Celebrity will launch on Sunday (November 17) at 9pm on ITV and ITVX.

The tragic car crash that led to Princess Diana’s death on August 31, 1997, shocked the world and has since been surrounded by numerous conspiracy theories. One prevalent theory suggests that another vehicle collided with the car carrying Diana, leading to the fatal accident in the Pont de l’Alma tunnel in Paris.

According to the official French investigation concluded in 1999, the crash was ruled an accident, attributed to driver Henri Paul’s intoxication and speeding as he attempted to escape the pursuing paparazzi. The investigation found no concrete evidence indicating another vehicle directly caused the crash. However, this conclusion did not quell public interest, as many believe additional factors contributed to the tragedy.

Some witnesses have claimed that a white Fiat Uno was seen at the crash scene and might have played a role by colliding with Diana’s car. This theory suggested that the vehicle might have been a critical element in the crash. However, follow-up investigations, including “Operation Paget” conducted by British police, did not find definitive evidence linking this Fiat Uno to the crash in a meaningful way.

Additionally, paparazzi who arrived at the crash scene shortly after the accident faced intense criticism for their actions, as many were accused of photographing the scene rather than assisting the victims. Despite the scrutiny, no evidence links these photographers to causing the crash directly. They were, however, part of the tragic scene, adding to the overall controversy surrounding the events of that night.

In summary, while theories and witness claims about another vehicle’s involvement continue to circulate, official investigations have not confirmed these suspicions. The loss of Princess Diana remains a painful memory, with unanswered questions lingering for many, but the evidence points to a tragic accident rather than deliberate foul play.

At the age of 60, Lady Sarah McCorquodale, the older sister of the late Princess Diana, recently broke down in an emotional interview, publicly confirming rumors that have circulated for decades about her family’s relationships and her sister’s tumultuous life. During a candid conversation that left viewers teary-eyed, Sarah revealed key details that shed new light on the complex dynamics within the royal family and Diana’s personal relationships.

In an emotional moment, Sarah shared how she and her sister navigated the challenges of their high-profile family life, explaining that while their relationship had always been supportive, there were often moments of tension, particularly surrounding Diana’s marriage to Prince Charles. Sarah, who was deeply involved in the early days of Diana’s romance with Charles, admitted to feeling an overwhelming sense of responsibility during those early years.

One of the most significant revelations came when Sarah confirmed a long-standing rumor that she had played a key role in introducing her sister to Prince Charles. While Diana’s relationship with Charles was widely publicized and marked by both romance and controversy, Sarah’s admission offered a personal insight into how the relationship began and how the family interacted behind closed doors. Although their marriage ended in a highly publicized divorce, Sarah maintained that she had no regrets about their connection, stating that she was happy for her sister when Diana began dating Charles.

Tears flowed as Sarah discussed the deep emotional turmoil that Diana faced during her marriage. She shared that Diana struggled privately with the pressures of royal life, a burden that she had to carry despite her public role as the “People’s Princess.” Sarah’s tears highlighted the immense love and concern she had for her sister, who tragically passed away in a car accident in 1997.

Another poignant moment in the interview came when Sarah addressed the rumors surrounding Diana’s struggles with mental health. While the media often portrayed Diana as a figure of grace and resilience, Sarah confirmed that her sister faced significant personal challenges. She spoke of how Diana sought privacy and support from close family members, including herself, while grappling with the emotional weight of being constantly in the spotlight.

As she confirmed the rumors surrounding her sister’s marriage and mental health struggles, Sarah expressed her pride in Diana’s legacy and her contribution to the royal family, despite the adversities she faced. She fondly remembered Diana’s compassion and commitment to charity work, which continues to inspire millions around the world.

While the interview was emotionally charged, it was clear that Sarah felt a sense of relief in finally addressing the long-standing questions about Diana’s life. By opening up about her sister’s struggles, Sarah not only honored Diana’s memory but also gave the public a deeper understanding of the complexities that defined her sister’s life in the royal spotlight.

This emotional revelation from Sarah McCorquodale has certainly left the world reflecting on the untold stories of Princess Diana and the remarkable family ties that shaped her life, offering a glimpse into the private world of the royal family, which had long been shrouded in secrecy.

Princess Diana wasn’t known as “The People’s Princess” because it was a nice nickname for her to have.

No, through her charitable work and warmth, she became an important person for the British people to lean on and be inspired by in tough times. As she famously once said, she didn’t wish to be the Queen on paper, but rather the Queen in people’s hearts.

The tragic accident in Paris that caused her death is one of the most shocking events in modern British history. Yet still to this day, Princess Diana’s legacy lives on, not only through her sons William and Harry, but most importantly, in people’s hearts. 

We’ve seen plenty of amazing photos of Diana over the years – but there are other pictures that haven’t been nearly so widely circulated.

That doesn’t make them any less amazing, though …
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Princess Diana died far too young, and her life was complicated by all manner of trials and tribulations. Sadly, she was followed around everywhere she went and endured a troubled private life once she joined the royal family.

Princess Diana – raising Harry & William

Despite it all, though, Diana was a loving mother. She always made sure to put William and Harry first – the mother-of-two wanted her children to have a childhood that was as normal as possible.

Princess Diana often took William and Harry to theme parks and other fun venues. Of course, she knew what royal life entailed, including the fact that they had meals served to them at all times, and were expected to behave like proper, royal children.

Yet she was also aware of the importance of William and Harry getting the chance to be like any other child. With this in mind, she would sneak them out of the palace to go and get fast food on occasion.

“I remember the princess came into the kitchen one day and said, ‘Cancel lunch for the boys, I’m taking them out, we’re going to McDonald’s,” Diana’s former personal chef Darren McGrady told Marie Claire.

“And I said, ‘Oh my God – your Royal Highness, I can do that, I can do burgers.’ And she said, ‘No, it’s the toy they want.’”

William and Harry naturally loved spending time with their mother. She raised them to feel like they were just like any other children, which in many ways, they were!

Not long ago, Prince William also revealed his Diana’s car routine, and it shows that she and her boys, in many ways, were just like any other ordinary family.
Princess Diana With Wet Hair Having Been Soaked By Heavy Rain At An Outdoor Pavarotti Concert In Hyde Park. (Photo by Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images)
According to William, he often listens to Tina Turner to keep many memories of his mother, Princess Diana, alive. William said that the song The Best reminds him of childhood, and how his mother would play the song in the car to help him with his nerves.

“When I was younger, Harry and I, we were at boarding school. My mother used to play all sorts of songs to kind of while away the anxiety of going back to school,” Prince William said.

“And one of the songs I massively remember and has stuck with me all this time, and I still, to this day, still quite enjoy secretly, is Tina Turner’s ‘The Best’ because sitting in the backseat, singing away, it felt like a real family moment.

“My mother, she’d be driving along, singing at the top of her voice. And we’d even get the policeman in the car; he’d be occasionally singing along as well.”

The future king added: “You’d be singing and listening to the music right the way out into the gates of school when they dropped you off. When I listen to it now, it takes me back to those car rides and brings back lots of memories of my mother.”
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Diana always endeavored to be the best mom possible and knew that brothers could and would fight with one another from time to time.

Wanted her sons to always be best friends

Royal historian Robert Lacey once revealed details about Harry and William’s childhood, and how their mother wanted the two brothers to make her a significant promise.

In his book Battle of Brothers, Lacey writes about the bond William and Harry developed through their early childhood and teenage years. Princess Diana was keen on them remaining close throughout their lives – she wanted the boys to promise they’d always remain “best friends.”

In the book, Lacey quotes psychic Simone Simmons, who used to consult Diana.

“You must promise me that you will always be each other’s best friends,” Simmons claimed Diana told her sons. “And never let anyone come between you.”

“Both boys promised they would keep to that,” Simmons recalled. “They high-fived each other and gave their mother a big cuddle.

“‘Anybody would have melted at the sight,” she said. “Then they went out to play soccer.”
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From the beginning, it was clear that royal life wasn’t the end of the world for Diana. Her children always took priority, and she wanted to protect them from whatever might come between them.

That even included the Royal Family itself – Diana was reportedly worried that the Queen and Charles were plotting to separate her from her children.

William & Harry unveiled statue of their mother

William and Harry may have made Diana the aforementioned promise, but their relationship has been rather bad in recent years, beginning with Harry’s decision to leave the Royal Family in 2020.

A year ago, on what would’ve been Diana’s 60th birthday, William and Harry reunited to unveil a new statue of their late mother. The sculpture, cast in bronze, of Diana surrounded by three children, was placed in the Sunken Garden at Kensington Palace, her former home in London.

“Today, on what would have been our mother’s 60th birthday, we remember her love, strength, and character – qualities that made her a force for good around the world, changing countless lives for the better,” William and Harry said in a joint statement.

“Every day, we wish she were still with us, and our hope is that this statue will be seen forever as a symbol of her life and her legacy.”

This year marked the 25th anniversary of Princess Diana’s passing. William and Harry made sure to honor their beloved mother, but the two brothers did it separately.

According to a royal source who spoke to People Magazine, William spent the day quietly with his wife, Kate Middleton, in Windsor.
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Ahead of the anniversary on August 31, Harry spoke about his mother, saying he hoped to make her proud.

Princess Diana – Charles affair with Camilla

“I want it to be a day filled with memories of her incredible work and love for the way she did it,” Harry said on the anniversary. “I want it to be a day to share the spirit of my mum with my family, with my children, who I wish could have met her. Every day, I hope to do her proud.”

Besides leading an extremely public life, Diana had personal issues like any other person. For the Princess, one of the biggest problems involved her husband, then-Prince Charles.

Just years after his wedding to Diana, Charles engaged in an affair with Camilla, who would later become his wife.

According to Prince Charles’ authorized biography, as quoted by Town & Country, their affair started in 1986. Charles was still married to Princess Diana at that time, and she found out about it.

In 1989, Diana confronted Camilla over the affair, telling her to back off.
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“I know what’s going on between you and Charles and I just want you to know that,” Camilla recalled Diana saying, as quoted by Town & Country.

“[Diana] said to me: ‘You’ve got everything you ever wanted. You’ve got all the men in the world falling in love with you and you’ve got two beautiful children, what more do you want?’”

“So I said, ‘I want my husband.’ And I said, ‘I’m sorry I’m in the way and it must be hell for both of you. But I do know what’s going on. Don’t treat me like an idiot,’” Diana said, as per Camilla.

The Queen broke royal protocol at Diana’s funeral

In the public’s perspective, things continued as normal, but it didn’t take long before Charles and Diana’s fairytale life was history. In 1992, the couple announced their separation, though both continued with their official royal duties. Four years later, in August of 1996, they reached a final agreement for the divorce.

Besides getting a generous settlement, Diana was given the right to retain her apartment at Kensington Palace and her “Princess of Wales” title. However, she agreed to give up her title of “Royal Highness,” as well as any future claim to the throne.

The passing of Diana was a shock to the entire nation and the world. Her funeral was held on September 6, 1997, in Westminster Abbey before she was buried at her family home of Althorp Park.

Princess Diana’s funeral had more than 2000 guests in attendance. Her coffin was drawn through London after the ceremony, where the British people had the chance to give their beloved Princess a last farewell.

Interestingly, the Queen was never required to bow her head to anyone. At Diana’s funeral, though, she breached royal protocol, bowing to the late Princess’s coffin as it passed her on a gun carriage. It was the only time Queen Elizabeth broke that royal rule.

Rare photos of Princess Diana

For large parts of her royal life, Diana was hounded by the paparazzi press; it’s not a stretch to say that Diana became the most photographed person in the world at the time.

In short, everybody wanted their little piece of Diana. So, according to The Guardian, tabloids were offering up to $500,000 for grainy pictures of her.

Her sons, William and Harry, saw both sides of how the press treated their mother. Harry said he wanted to leave the Royal Family in his early 20s, partly due to how he witnessed his mother being treated before her death.

“Look what it did to my mum, how am I ever going to settle down and have a wife and a family when I know that it’s going to happen again,” Harry explained. “I don’t want to be part of this.”

That said, many iconic pictures of Princess Diana were taken over the years. Sure, some of them were taken by the paparazzi, desperate to sell photos of her. But there are also pictures that show great warmth and give us a stunning look at Diana’s life and career.

A look through the archives offers hundreds of never-before-seen pictures of the beloved late Princess. We’ve compiled some of them in a bid to show a side of Diana that has rarely been seen.
Diana, The Princess Of Wales Visits Washington, Usa.Anti-Landmines Speech At The Red Cross Headquarters . (Photo by Mark Cuthbert/UK Press via Getty Images)
Diana became something of a style icon at the height of her fame, and she took that with her to the slopes while skiing.

Skiing trips, sunbathing & humanitarian work

Below we see Diana on a skiing trip to Austria with her sons, Harry and William. This picture was taken as Harry had turned nine years old. He sure is adorable – and the whole family looks stunning!
LECH, AUSTRIA – APRIL 10: Princess Diana With Princes William & Harry Skiing In Lech, Austria (Photo by Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images)
In 1990, Diana and the children – alongside her sister’s children – went to Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands. Virgin’s Richard Branson owned the island.
Diana, Princess of Wales (1961 – 1997) holidaying with her sons Prince William and Prince Harry and her sister’s children on Necker Island in the British Virgin Islands, 11th April 1990. The island is owned by Virgin chairman Richard Branson. Diana is wearing a leopard print swimsuit while Prince William (centre) buries her in sand. Her sister Lady Sarah McCorquodale is bending over behind them. (Photo by Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images)
Dian sure knew how to have fun. Look at this beautiful picture of when she and Harry visited the amusement park Thorpe Park, in 1992.
CHERTSEY, UNITED KINGDOM – APRIL 18: Diana, Princess of Wales, with Prince Harry, on the Depth Charge ride at Thorpe Park, Theme Park, on April 18, 1992 in Chertsey United Kingdom . (Photo by Julian Parker/UK Press via Getty Images)
Diana was often referred to as “The People’s Princess”. She participated in many humanitarian efforts, setting an excellent standard for how a kind and compassionate person should behave. Here, Princess Diana is seen visiting an Orthopedic workshop in Luanda, Angola, sitting with victims of land mines.
LUANDA, ANGOLA – JANUARY 14: Diana, Princess Of Wales, At Neves Bendinha, An Icrc Orthopaedic Workshop In Luanda, Angola, With Victims Of Land Mines. (Photo by Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images)
We can go on and on about these beautiful pictures of Diana. This one was taken in 1971, when she was on a summer holiday in Itchenor, West Sussex.
Lady Diana Spencer (1961-1997), the future Princess of Wales during a summer holiday in 1971 in Itchenor, West Sussex in Britain. (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)
This one, meanwhile, was taken outside Diana’s flat in Coleherne Court, London, before her engagement to Charles.
Lady Diana Spencer outside her flat in Coleherne Court, London, before her engagement to the Prince of Wales, December 1980. (Photo by Jayne Fincher/Princess Diana Archive/Getty Images)
Here, Harry is seen sticking out his tongue to people gathered around Buckingham Palace. Diana looks somewhat surprised.
LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM – JUNE 11: Prince Harry Sticking His Tongue Out Much To The Suprise Of His Mother, Princess Diana At Trooping The Colour With Prince William, Lady Gabriella Windsor And Lady Rose Windsor Watching From The Balcony Of Buckingham Palace (Photo by Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images)
The clothing brand Barbour is still a favorite among royals, but perhaps Princess Diana wore it best.

Diana loved Barbour, and during a visit to the Outer Hebrides in Scotland in 985, it was a perfect time to sport her Barbour-style waxed cotton jacket
WESTERN ISLES, UNITED KINGDOM, 1985, Princess Diana In A Barbour-style Waxed Jacket With The Hood Up On A Rainy Day In The Western Isles Of Scotland (Photo by Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty Images)
Jayne Fincher, a royal photographer who took some of Princess Diana’s most iconic shots, followed the royal couple everywhere. She had chartered a plane to get out to the Outer Hebrides, where Charles and Diana were on an official visit.

“When I caught up,” says Fincher, “Charles said, ‘Where have you been?’”

The Outer Hebrides are exposed to the extremes of wind and rain, and Princess Diana got to experience some of that during her visit there in 1985.

But she looks terrific in the photos from the trip, and photographer Jayne realized one thing after checking the negatives.

“You don’t see Diana dressed like that very often. She looked so happy. It was pouring rain, but her makeup was perfect and un-smudged. I looked a mess, as usual,” she said.
Princess Diana (1961 – 1997) wearing a green barbour coat against the rain at Ardveenish on the island of Barra during a tour of the Western Isles, July 1985. (Photo by Jayne Fincher/Princess Diana Archive/Getty Images)
The photo below was taken during Diana’s last summer alive. She is seen with her boyfriend Dodi Al Fayed on a boat in St. Tropez, France, jumping into the water.

In a powerful and emotional statement, Prince William has reportedly opened up about his late mother Princess Diana’s tragic death, claiming to know the person behind the car accident that took her life. According to sources, William tearfully admitted that he has long harbored knowledge of the individual who allegedly orchestrated the circumstances leading to the fatal crash. However, he expressed a painful restraint, explaining that he is unable to publicly expose this person, which has left both the royal family and the public stunned.

Princess Diana’s death in 1997 remains a point of intrigue and speculation, with numerous theories arising over the years regarding the true cause of the accident in Paris. While official investigations concluded that the crash was a tragic result of reckless driving by the chauffeur and the relentless pursuit by paparazzi, conspiracy theories have persisted, with some believing there was a hidden agenda behind Diana’s untimely demise. Now, William’s alleged remarks suggest that he may have personal insights into what happened that night, hinting at unresolved feelings that he has been carrying since his mother’s death.

Prince William reportedly became emotional as he spoke about this mysterious figure whom he believes played a role in Diana’s fate. He is said to have struggled with the desire for justice for his mother while feeling restrained by factors that prevent him from going public. These confessions have raised questions about royal protocols and the burdens that come with being in the public eye. Many have speculated that this reluctance to reveal the individual’s identity may be tied to maintaining stability within the royal family or preventing additional turmoil.

The news of William’s revelation has drawn an outpouring of sympathy and support from the public, who have long admired Diana and empathized with the challenges her sons faced in the aftermath of her death. Supporters have taken to social media to express their heartbreak over William’s predicament, with many rallying behind him and Prince Harry for their strength and resilience over the years.

This candid admission has also reignited public interest in Diana’s legacy and the lingering questions surrounding her passing. While William may never feel at liberty to reveal all that he knows, his words have added a new layer of depth to the mystery of Diana’s death. The world continues to mourn her loss and now sympathizes more deeply with the heavy burdens carried by her children, who have sought to honor her legacy despite the many challenges they face.

Brooklyn Peltz Beckham (Image: Nathan Congleton/NBC via Getty I)

Brooklyn Beckham has addressed the criticism that ‘nepo babies’ often face. The eldest son of Victoria and David Beckham, 25, has been accused on several occasions of leveraging nepotism to advance his career.

However, the aspiring chef, hot sauce brand owner, entrepreneur and photographer has set the record straight. After his recent feature on the cover of Grazia magazine, he told the publication: “Obviously I am one. But I couldn’t help how I was born, at all.”

While he acknowledges why the public might be annoyed by ‘nepo babies’, Brooklyn said he tries to disregard the ‘rubbish’ people say rather than dwell on it. He added: “There’s always going to be people that say rubbish.

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“But as long as you do something that makes you happy and you’re kind to people, that’s all that matters. I’m always gonna get it, no matter what I do. And I’m fine with that.

“It makes me work harder, because I’m like, I’m gonna prove these people wrong.”

Brooklyn has been in the spotlight since the day he was born, following the path of his famous parents Posh and Becks. Last month, the former model announced the launch of his new hot sauce brand.

Brooklyn married Nicola Peltz, an actress and model by profession, in April 2022. She first became known in the entertainment industry due to her family. Her mother Claudia Heffner is a renowned model and her brother Will Peltz is an actor.

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David Beckham is coming to Singapore for a closed-door event on June 17, 2022 hosted by Adidas.

He is set to appear at the Adidas Singapore Brand Centre Orchard from 4.15pm to 5.30pm.

However, those who are inclined to try their luck by showing up at the venue to catch a glimpse of their footballing hero in the flesh, can forget about it.

No public meet-and-greet

A day before the event, Adidas took to social media on June 16 to deter members of the public from showing up at Orchard as there is no meet-and-greet, public-facing session planned.

The Adidas Singapore Brand Centre Orchard is located across the road from Paragon and Ngee Ann City.

The Instagram Story by @adidassg read:

This is a PSA. Thank you for your overwhelming support. For avoidance of doubt, there will not be opportunities for the public to meet David Beckham. Please avoid coming to the adidas Brand Centre Orchard unless you’ve won passes to the ‘We Got This 2.0’ talk show on 17 June! This is to help ensure your safety and those of event attendees.

The post also told audiences to stay tuned to the Adidas social media channels for event highlights.

Whether this public service announcement will establish the deterrence intended or have the exact opposite effect, will be known in a day.

Previous visits

Manchester United alumni have been frequently spotted casually doing things in Singapore.

Beckham, who has been to Singapore multiple times, was spotted at the hawker centre, food court, and clubs.

Ryan Giggs and Nicky Butt were in Singapore in December 2021 dining at Tangs Market.

Top photos via David Beckham Instagram & Adidas Instagram