During an appearance on Tuesday’s This Morning, Vanessa Feltz told hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield that she doesn’t think Prince Harry’s upcoming book will ‘deliver the nastiness’

Vanessa Feltz was quick to defend Prince Harry on Tuesday’s This Morning as she spoke about reports of him rewriting his upcoming ‘bombshell’ book.

The 60-year-old broadcaster joined Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield in the ITV studio to discuss the latest headlines, and it wasn’t long before the conversation turned to the royal family.

Holly, 41, began the chat by saying: “According to reports, the King saw flickers of hope in his recent interactions with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

“I mean a lot of people were hoping when you saw the fab four together, maybe this will be the beginning of some sort of friendship, sort of olive branch, reaching out…”

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Vanessa then chimed in and said: “Well so did I, I saw flickers of hope, they’re only human! I saw flickers of hope! Look, Harry and Meghan didn’t have to say yes when they were asked to join William and Kate on that walkabout.

“Now we hear rumours from America that Harry is trying to rewrite the book. I knew that would happen, I was sure it would happen.

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“I was sure he couldn’t follow his grandma’s coffin in the same way that he followed his mother’s, shoulder-to-shoulder with the only brother in the world who understands what the two of them were going through and go home completely unchanged by that, how could anyone? He’s only human,” Vanessa continued.

“And I just thought he’d go back and he’d try and rewrite and we hear that he is and I hope it’s true, and King Charles would see the flickers and embers of love that are actually there.”

Vanessa was discussing the latest headlines with Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby

She went on: “I think the book might be very very honest about Harry’s own personal feelings about when he lost his mother and his personal feelings about being in the army, and he just won’t say the horrible things that everyone hopes he will – I don’t – I hope he won’t.

“And I just think you know that’s a book by him, it will deliver, but it won’t deliver the nastiness. And I think if there was any in it, he’ll take it out now,” Vanessa added.

The “famous five” dresses designed by Jacques Azagury include the ‘Panorama’ gown worn after controversial interview

Princess Diana attends Swan Lake at London’s Royal Albert Hall on June 3, 1997. Photo: Julian Parker/UK Press via Getty

Some of Princess Diana’s most iconic dresses are headed to America!

Five glamorous evening gowns, identical to the ones designed by Jacques Azagury and worn by Diana during her latter years, have been sold to a private collector in Los Angeles for an undisclosed sum.

“The whole collection means a lot to me, and the only reason I am selling them is because as of five weeks ago, I retired,” Azagury tells PEOPLE. “I really wanted people to keep enjoying these iconic dresses and ideally to keep the whole collection together.”

The dresses are “twins” of the originals worn by Princess Diana during her final years and include the iconic black halterneck dress she wore to a charity gala on the night that her controversial Panorama interview was broadcast in 1995.

Princess Diana wearing Jacques Azagury at a gala benefit to benefit victims of land mines in Washington on June 17, 1997.AP Photo/Karin Cooper

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“She was always very excited by fashion, and she knew she would please so many people just waiting for her to come out in the next dress, whether they were waiting in the streets or watching her on the television,” recalls the Morrocan-born designer who has been in the fashion industry for nearly 40 years. “She took a long time making sure that everything was just right, choosing the right shoes and jewelry.”

Another iconic dress that forms part of the collection is the pale blue above-the-knee dress adorned in tiny crystal bugle beads that Princess Diana wore to a performance of Swan Lake at the Royal Albert Hall in June 1997.

“It was the time of the supermodel, and everyone was wearing shorter dresses and more body-conscious dresses,” says the designer, who recently shut his Knightsbridge boutique, where Diana and he would often meet.

Princess Diana attending a performance of Swan Lake at London’s Royal Albert Hall on June 3, 1997.

According to Azagury, she loved the short shift dress so much, that he decided to make a longer version “even more glamorous than the original” in black and gifted it to her on her 36^th birthday, for which she thanked him with a personal note that is included in the auction lot.

That evening, she attended an event at the Tate Gallery in London wearing the stunning, sparkly dress. It turned out to be her final red carpet event before her tragic death in Paris.

3 of Princess Diana’s Gowns Sell at Auction for Approximately $1.62 Million

Princess Diana at the Tate Gallery’s 100 Year Anniversary Gala in London on July 1, 1997.Tim Graham Photo Library via Getty

“She was the only person I was really excited to meet, time after time. Every moment was so exciting to me and we had so much fun, ” says Azagury, who worked with Diana for 12 years, through a difficult marriage and her transition out of the royal family. “I never got any of the troubled Diana — whenever we were together, it was just joyous.”

“After the break-up of the marriage, she rediscovered herself and she turned into this unbelievably stunning woman — not that she wasn’t before, but that’s when her personality really started to shine,” he says from his London home. “She had everything; the most amazing legs, that great hair, those blue eyes.”

Princess Diana in a Jacques Azagury outfit at the Peggy Guggenheim Museum in Venice in 1995.Antony Jones/UK Press via Getty

While he is happy to share the dresses with the public, some of which come with sketches and personal handwritten notes from Princess Diana, the retired designer has held some sentimental items back for himself.

“One of the most precious things that I have is a framed picture that the princess sent me the morning she was leaving for France, from which she never returned,” he said.

Azagury arrived at his shop to find a member of her staff waiting with a parcel. “Inside was a framed picture of Diana wearing three of the famous five dresses, with a message saying; ‘To Jacques, lots of love Diana’ — that I will be keeping all for myself,” he said.

The dresses are soon to make the journey stateside, where they will be added to the growing collection of memorabilia curated by Renae Plant, founder of The Princess & The Platypus Foundation, who runs a 3D interactive online museum featuring over 1,800 pieces of historical items associated with Diana.

Romeo Beckham joined his father David at the Inter Miami vs. New York City match on Saturday.

The former Brentwood player, 22, cut a casual figure for the game as he stepped out in a Juice film T-Shirt which featured the words ‘Power respect juice’ – a reference to the 1992 American crime thriller.

The father-son outing comes just weeks after he reportedly left his Premier League football club to focus on a career in fashion.

Romeo paired his Tupac top with a pair of long denim short  and black high-top Converse.

To accessorise, Romeo cut a trendy figure with a backward cap, a silver chain and gold earrings.

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Romeo Beckham appeared to be taking a walk in his father David’s managerial footsteps as they are spotted together at the Inter Miami vs. New York City match on Saturday

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The former Brentwood player, 22, cut a casual figure for the game as he stepped out in a Juice film T-Shirt which featured the words ‘Power respect juice’ – a reference to the 1992 American crime thriller

Opting for a more professional look for the match, former Manchester United star, David, 49, opted for a navy suit which bared a Inter Miami crest on the pocket.

He layered his team’s suit with a pale blue shirt, navy tie and a pair of black suit shoes.

David and Romeo appeared in happy spirits despite the teams draw 1-1 at the New York ground.

Inter Miami scored the first goal of the game as Leonardo Campana put the ball in the back of the net during the 75th minute.

But New York City equalised the match in the 95th minute as James Sands evened the field.

It comes amid reports Romeo has decided to pursue a completely new career.

According to The Sun, the midfielder was offered a new contract by Brentford FC in June to stay on with their B team.

But it appears Romeo was hoping to follow in his mother’s footsteps as he signed with top Paris fashion agency Safe Management.

Romeo is no stranger to the world of fashion, having starred in a Burberry campaign when he was just two years old and he is regularly seen showing off his style sense at A-list events.

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Opting for a more professional look for the match, former Manchester United star, David, opted for a navy suit which bared a Inter Miami crest on the pocket

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He layered his team’s suit with a pale blue shirt, navy tie and pair of trendy sunglasses

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Their appearance comes just weeks after he reportedly left his Premier League football club to focus on a career in fashion

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But it appears Romeo was hoping to follow in his mother’s footsteps as he signed with top Paris fashion agency Safe Management

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A source said: ‘Romeo has decided to hang up his football boots and devote his time to his fashion career.

‘He has loved his time at Brentford but needs to focus his attention on fashion, which is where his passion lies.

‘Romeo has recently signed with a top fashion agent in Paris and has his sights set on working with some ­massive brands.’

MailOnline previously contacted representatives of Romeo Beckham for comment.

A promising prospect in his youth, Romeo drifted away from football after being released by Arsenal in 2015 and turned his attention towards a career in tennis.

However, Romeo would announce he intended on a return to football in 2020 before joining dad David’s MLS franchise Inter Miami the following year.

Romeo would go on to make 26 appearances for the club’s reserve side, netting twice and notching 10 assists in the MLS Next Pro league during his final season in the USA before joining Brentford B on loan in January 2023.

Loose Women star Janet Street Porter has warned Prince Harry that it’s a ‘dangerous’ time to write his memoir following the loss of his grandparents and his father’s accession to the throne

Janet Street Porter has warned Prince Harry it is a “dangerous” time to write his memoir.

The Loose Women panellists gave their verdict on the Duke of Sussex’s ‘tell-all’ and ‘explosive’ memoir, which was due to be released by Penguin Random House in December. It is believed the memoir – which has been described as ‘heartfelt’ – will be released later now following the passing of Harry’s grandmother Queen Elizabeth II.

Prince William said to be ­”increasingly uneasy” about the content of the memoir. Janet gave her verdict on the timing of the memoir, urging Harry to reconsider writing it now.

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Speaking on the ITV lunchtime show, she said: “What I think about Prince Harry is that writing this book now is a very dangerous project because his father has lost both parents in the last year and his father has a new job.

“Whether he’s the King or whatever, he’s got a new job. His brother has also got a new job and with that comes an enormous amount of responsibility, and if you care anything for your siblings and your close family who are still alive, you have to consider the impact of what you’re going to say. I understand that Harry does feel hurt… but is now really the time?”

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It comes after Janet suggested it would be better for Harry to pen and release the memoir when his father’s no longer around.

A better time might be when his father’s no longer around. Speaking from my own experience, I wrote a memoir about my mother and why we didn’t get on and I waited until my mum and dad were dead and even then, there were people in my family that didn’t like what I wrote,” she explained previously, “I wrote about my mother and I found it cathartic.

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Coleen also agreed, adding: “If I was a friend or a relative, I’ve got to be honest, I’d say, ‘Not now Harry, not now. Wait.’ I think it’s too soon with everything else that’s gone on. I definitely don’t think he should be thinking about things with his grandmother, our Queen, being the age she is and being hurt by so many things recently being said and done.”

The paedophile Rolf Harris spent his final days living as a recluse – a million miles away from his former life as a TV star

Disgraced TV star Rolf Harris (Image: Dominic Lipinski/PA Wire)

 

Paedophile TV presenter Rolf Harris made a final plea to his daughter Bindi before he died aged 93. Harris, once a household name for shows like Rolf’s Cartoon Club and Animal Hospital, was arrested in 2013 as part of Operation Yewtree.

He was found guilty of 12 indecent assaults on four teenage girls across a period ranging from 1968 to 1986, although one charge was later overturned. He was sentenced to five years and nine months in prison for his crimes, before being released in 2017.

Withdrawing from public life, the disgraced star battled severe illness in his expansive home, which he shared with his wife, Alwen, who recently died from a stroke at the age of 93. It was neck cancer and “frailty of old age” that led to Harris’ own death in May last year, reports the Mirror.Before he died, he implored his 58 year old daughter to care for her mother, telling her: “I always believed we would go on longer together but, if I go first, promise you’ll take good care of your mum.” Reports at the time indicated that his wife Alwen was receiving round-the-clock nursing care as she battled Alzheimer’s Disease.

In recent years, Alwen had been seen in a wheelchair and, according to a 2017 statement, her health was severely deteriorating. It is believed that she resided in the family home with carers attending to her until her passing. Alwen and Harris first crossed paths in the early 1950s while they were both studying at an art school in Kennington.

The couple exchanged vows at St Saviour’s Church in Paddington in 1958. Upon his charges, Judge Mr Justice Sweeney stated that Harris had exploited his celebrity status and exhibited “no remorse”.

Hollywood legend Dame Joan Collins didn’t mince her words while appearing on The One Show as she put a stop to Alex Jones’ proposition of going to a Taylor Swift concert

Dame Joan Collins quickly shut down a suggestion made by The One Show presenter Alex Jones as she attempted to encourage her to see Taylor Swift live.

The legendary icon appeared on Friday’s edition of the popular evening show with hosts Alex and Roman Kemp at the helm. Sharing snippets of her extraordinary life on the famous red sofa, Joan left everyone in the studio awestruck including guests Adeel Akhtar and Chesney Hawkes.

But when asked which famous person would be considered a modern-day icon, Joan was quick to praise singer Taylor. She admitted: “Taylor Swift is a great example to young people! I like the way she dresses, I like her attitude towards life and I suppose she’s an icon. But I’ve never seen her.”

Alex chimed in and said: “Oh! You must go, you’ll have a great time.”

Joan Collins appeared to shut down Alex Jone’s Taylor Swift request (Image: BBC)But Joan appeared to put a stop to the hints and asked: “Where? Where am I gonna go? Do you think I’m gonna go to one of those arenas, sorry!” She apologised before laughing it off.

Finding the funny side to Joan’s remarks, Alex said Taylor would be happy to fly to her personally to perform. Roman also backed up his co-host and agreed.

As well as Joan’s personal stories, fans at home were impressed with how well the 91-year-old star looked. Heading over to X formerly known as Twitter, viewers were swooning.

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One spectator wrote: “Ninety-one. Ninety flamin’ one! Joan Collins is a legend. Still switched on and very interesting. What a life she’s led. The positive side of living to a ripe old age.”

Another penned: “Yes Joan. You’re amazing. Class and elegance.”

A third viewer gushed: “Joan always looks amazing! Always beautifully dressed.” A fourth added: “Joan Collins is 91? She looks amazing!”

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English actress Joan is famously known for her iconic roles in soap opera Dynasty. She played the role of vengeful schemer Alexis Carrington Colby from 1981-1989.

In 1997, she was awarded the Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for services to drama. As well as this, she is also the recipient of several accolades, including a Golden Globe Award, a People’s Choice Award, two Soap Opera Digest Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award nomination.

Loose Women star Denise Welch has made a bombshell allegation about a major member of the Royal Family, as she and her co-stars discussed the upcoming release of Amazon Prime’s A Very Royal Scandal

Denise Welch, a panellist on Loose Women, dropped a sensational claim about a high-profile member of the Royal Family during an episode of the ITV programme.

The discussion centred around the upcoming Amazon Prime drama ‘A Very Royal Scandal’, which delves into Prince Andrew’s notorious BBC Newsnight interview concerning his connections with Jeffrey Epstein. With Michael Sheen portraying the prince, anticipation is high for the show’s success on the streaming platform.

Denise was eager to recount her own interaction with Prince Andrew, describing him as a “narcissist” and alleging he made “disrespectful about Princess Diana” remarks about Princess Diana. Her fellow panellist Linda Robson echoed this sentiment, labelling the prince “arrogant” based on her own experience.

The panel also touched upon the speculated “watch party” that Prince Andrew is said to be organising for the release of the miniseries, expressing disbelief at the idea of him inviting friends over to view the controversial portrayal.

Denise commented: “We have heard rumour that Prince Andrew is having a viewing party with his pals. Now you would think, ‘Why would you want to be seen going through that?’ But in my personal experience of the odd time I’ve met him, he is a narcissist,” reports the Mirror.

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She added with incredulity: “So it wouldn’t surprise me at all if he was going to have his friends round and celebrate what was an absolute disaster!”

Linda Robson shared her unvarnished opinion: “I’ve met him a couple of times at events that I’ve been to, and he comes across as quite an arrogant man. I don’t know if you remember he was walking around Buckingham Palace grounds and two policemen stopped him, and he was quite rude to them.”

“He said, ‘Don’t you know who I am?’ So I think he’s let the Royals down, he really really has. So I won’t be watching.”

In upcoming screen news, Ruth Wilson is set to portray BBC journalist Emily Maitlis in a drama opposite Michael Sheen. This follows the documentary Andrew: The Problem Prince, delving into the events surrounding the controversial 2019 interview, which aired last year.

Netflix previously depicted the story in its film Scoop, where Rufus Sewell took on the role of Prince Andrew and Gillian Anderson became Emily Maitlis, with Billie Piper also featuring in the cast.

As reported by The Independent, A Very Royal Scandal takes significant creative liberties one vivid scene depicts Prince Andrew at a shooting party where Sarah Ferguson’s character, played by Claire Rushbrook, pointedly questions him about his guilt.

Amidst the ongoing saga of Meghan Markle, one figure has risen into the spotlight, surrounded by intrigue and controversy—Doria Ragland, Meghan’s mother. Once relatively unknown, Doria’s journey into the public eye has been marked by mystery, as she navigates the complexities of royal life, captivating the public’s attention.

Doria’s prominence grew during Meghan’s courtship with Prince Harry, drawing intense scrutiny and speculation. Some critics view her early warnings about potential racial tensions within the royal family as prophetic, fueling tensions. Once a private figure, Doria was thrust into a pivotal role, seemingly prepared to confront the establishment.

Her modest background, reportedly without formal education, contrasts sharply with her keen understanding of royal dynamics, leading skeptics to question her true intentions. How, they ask, could someone from such humble origins grasp the intricacies of royal life with such apparent ease? Accusations of opportunism and exploitation have surfaced, with rumors of legal disputes and financial instability further tarnishing her image.

Adding to the mystery, shadowy allegations of past legal entanglements, including fraud and tax evasion, have only deepened public curiosity. Though the details remain speculative, these rumors complicate Doria’s attempts to redefine herself amidst her newfound prominence.

In a surprising twist, Doria became the CEO of Loving Kindness Senior Care Management, a business allegedly founded with the support of Meghan’s legal advisers. The company’s cash-only model and services, like power of attorney, have raised concerns among critics, given Doria’s alleged history and the unconventional nature of the transactions.

Questions persist about her credibility, with critics arguing that her association with the British royal family through Meghan’s marriage lends her an undeserved aura of legitimacy. Issues of integrity and transparency continue to cast a shadow over her involvement with royal circles.

Meanwhile, public fascination with the Meghan Markle saga has only intensified, especially following an exposé by Lady Colin Campbell in her book, Meghan and Harry: The Real Story. The book delves into Doria’s past, painting her as an absentee mother who reappeared at key moments in Meghan’s life. Lady Campbell hints at darker aspects of Doria’s history, suggesting ties to legal troubles and criminal activities, though stops short of offering full proof.

The public remains captivated by the unfolding drama, eager to understand Doria’s role in Meghan’s life and her sudden rise within royal circles. With key players like Meghan and Thomas Markle remaining silent, the intrigue around Doria Ragland only deepens, making her one of the most enigmatic figures in the ongoing royal saga.

In a stunning and unexpected move following Prince Harry’s 40th birthday, Princess Anne has taken control of his entire trust fund, reportedly worth tens of millions of pounds. The decision, executed with the help of lawyers and financial advisers, marks a significant escalation in the ongoing tensions between Prince Harry and the British royal family.

The conflict, long simmering since Harry’s departure from royal duties and his relocation to California with Meghan Markle, reached a boiling point when Princess Anne confronted Harry directly. Skipping diplomatic channels, she delivered an ultimatum: relinquish control of his trust fund or face severe consequences. Overwhelmed and outmaneuvered, Harry had little choice but to comply, signing over the assets that have been vital to supporting his and Meghan’s lifestyle in the United States.

The loss of this financial safety net is a major blow to the Sussexes, who have relied on these funds to maintain their high-profile lifestyle, including lucrative deals with Netflix and Spotify. With their financial future now in jeopardy, the couple faces an uncertain road ahead.

Meghan Markle, who was not present during the confrontation, is reportedly furious with the outcome. Sources close to the Duchess of Sussex suggest that she had been urging Harry to resist his family’s demands, confident that their global influence would protect them. However, Princess Anne’s decisive action has upended their plans and challenged Meghan’s expectations.

The public reaction to this dramatic turn of events has been divided. While some commentators praise Princess Anne’s boldness in asserting control, others criticize what they see as the royal family’s heavy-handed treatment of Harry. The incident has further deepened the rift between the Sussexes and the rest of the royal family, with no signs of reconciliation in sight.

As Harry and Meghan reevaluate their future without the financial cushion they once had, the long-term consequences of this latest clash are likely to resonate for years to come.

 

Royal expert claims Meghan Markle unlikely to return to the UK with Prince Harry in the near future, despite Prince William and Princess Kate’s invitation.

Meghan Markle’s return to the UK is highly unlikely, claims a royal expert. While Prince Harry is scheduled to visit London in the coming months, Markle accompanying him with their children is not happening anytime soon. Recent reports suggested that Prince William and Princess Kate have been working to mend the royal rift and extended an invitation to the estranged family member, but Meghan declined the request.
Meghan Markle is avoiding a trip to the UK

As confirmed by Harry himself and considering his plans to attend the Invictus Games event in May, the Duke of Sussex will make a quick trip to the UK. Earlier, Harry also expressed his desire to visit his ailing father, King Charles, who has been diagnosed with cancer. While many speculated that Meghan would accompany him to the palace, royal commentator Esther Krakue, in conversation with GB News, suggested that might not be the case.

“I actually think she’s avoiding the UK because she’s not interested in the whole drama and, kind of, being injected, is she going to talk to [Princess] Kate, and all of that.” Esther Krakue told the outlet.

Meghan Markle ‘concerned’ about the safety

Things haven’t been going so well for the royals lately. Court cases, health issues, and the general state of affairs have been off the rails. Meghan is thought to be keeping a low profile due to security concerns after Harry lost a high court case against the Home Office, as well as a desire to avoid further conflict between her and Princess Kate.

“I personally think she’s not going to come because, obviously, Harry has lost his case with the Home Office and he said he doesn’t feel safe bringing his family over [to the UK] and I also think this is going to be a time where distance between the Sussexes and the Royal Family will be calcified because the focus will obviously be on the Princess of Wales and the King recovering, they don’t need the whole Netflix drama.” Claims Krakue.

Prince Harry’s court battle

Harry and Meghan have been residing in the US since they left the UK in early 2020 after announcing their decision to leave the royal family. Earlier this year, Harry lost a legal battle against the UK Home Office and RAVEC at the High Court in the United Kingdom. The Duke wanted to overturn a decision that reduced his security classification after he was no longer a “working royal” due to fears for his own safety and the safety of his wife, Meghan Markle, and two children Archie and Lilibet.