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A lip reader has decoded what King Charles said to Queen Camilla during Trooping the Colour today – and he had some very strong words to say as the pair rode in a carriage

A lip reader has revealed King Charles’ heated remarks while on the royal carriage during Trooping the Colour.

The Royal Family have turned out in full force today (June 14) to mark the official birthday of the monarch, with Kate Middleton and her children Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis departing from the Palace by carriage.

Prince William and Princess Anne were seen following the King’s carriage on horseback as the parade proceeded down the Mall towards Horse Guard’s Parade.

As cameras captured the event, Charles appeared to be engaged in a lively chat with Queen Camilla.

Lip reading expert Jeremy Freeman provided an intriguing interpretation of Charles’ words. The King is said to have begun with: “Absolutely crazy, disgrace, absolutely extraordinary.”

While Jeremy couldn’t decipher the entire conversation, he did catch the King saying “on my way out”, followed by: “Meanwhile, not like me. That’s the difference between me and him.”

The identity of who Charles was referring to remains uncertain, but the comments emerge amid a contentious dispute with his estranged brother Prince Andrew over the fate of Royal Lodge.

LONDON, ENGLAND – JUNE 14: Queen Camilla and King Charles III arrive at Horse Guards Parade during Trooping The Colour 2025 on June 14, 2025 in London, England. Trooping The Colour is a ceremonial parade celebrating the official birthday of the British Monarch. The event features over 1,400 soldiers and officers, accompanied by 200 horses. More than 400 musicians from ten different bands and Corps of Drums march and while performing. (Photo by John Phillips/Getty Images)(Image: GETTY)

Reports suggest that the King has even initiated an investigation into Andrew’s financial affairs to prevent any potential imprudent actions due to financial pressures.

Prince Harry has also acknowledged that communication with his father has been minimal since his decision to step back from his senior Royal duties.

His tell-all memoir ‘Spare’ also sent shockwaves through the royal establishment, with insiders suggesting he may have irreparably damaged familial ties.

Today’s Trooping the Colour ceremony was marked by a solemn tribute. Following the catastrophic Air India crash claiming 241 lives, His Majesty called for an eleventh-hour alteration to the proceedings.

A sombre one-minute silence was impeccably observed on Horse Guards Parade, while the King also directed that the royals wear black armbands in mourning.

The grand spectacle saw over a thousand British Army personnel march in full regalia, a testament to the nation’s military heritage.

At the heart of the ceremony is the “Colour”, the regimental standard paraded before the troops, a practice harking back to its vital role as a battlefield beacon.

King Charles maintained the long-standing custom of reviewing the soldiers, a ceremonial duty steeped in history.

As royal fans around the world prepare to watch Trooping the Colour – one of the highlights of the royal calendar – expert Jennie Bond reveals why Prince Harry will not be among them

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle (Image: AFP via Getty Images)

It is one of the rare occasions where the whole of the Royal Family is out in force standing shoulder-to-shoulder. And that is exactly what is expected to happen today when the Firm stands united to celebrate Trooping the Colour.

The event, which is the King’s official birthday celebration, is full of pomp and pageantry and includes the King leading his family out to the Buckingham Palace balcony for the exhilarating RAF flypast that includes the Red Arrows. However, in recent years, there has been no sign of the King’s estranged son, Prince Harry, or his wife, Meghan Markle, joining the event.

Harry and Meghan at Trooping the Colour in 2018(Image: Getty Images)

They last appeared on the palace balcony with the rest of the royals in 2019 – just months before they dramatically quit their royal roles. Since then their relationship with the royals has crumbled after railing against them in their Netflix series and Harry’s memoir, Spare.

Just weeks ago, Harry revealed he is no longer speaking to his father, but admitted he would like reconciliation with him and his older brother Prince William. But despite Trooping the Colour giving Harry a chance to watch his family in action, royal expert Jennie Bond says she is not sure if the Duke of Sussex will even tune in on TV.

The former BBC royal correspondent told the Mirror : “There’s no way Prince Harry will be watching the ceremony – after all, it will be the middle of the night in California. I don’t suppose he wastes much time looking at events he is no longer part of.

“But it must be strange to see his whole family on parade, doing their duty and being cheered by huge crowds while he lives such a different life so far away.

Harry and Meghan at Trooping the Colour in 2019(Image: Getty Images)

“The day is also a chance for us all to see the family unite around the King, and the balcony moment is always a highlight. Over the years, we have seen a toddler Prince Harry sticking his tongue out, Prince George looking distinctly bored, a young Princess Charlotte looking a little tearful and Savannah Phillips clapping her hand over George’s mouth to keep him quiet! It’s always a heyday for Royal watchers!

“Of course, that must make it a bit of an ordeal for the Royal Family: everyone has to be on their best behaviour. It must also require some pretty skilful horsemanship from the Prince of Wales, the Princess Royal and Prince Edward to keep their steeds under control for the best part of two hours.

“But they will know that there is a powerful symbolism about such senior members of the Royal family riding as escort to guard the King. And William has been quoted as saying that he really enjoys it.”

The royals at Trooping the Colour last year (Image: PA)

The annual event of Trooping the Colour has marked the official birthday of the King or Queen for more than 260 years. The ceremony involves hundreds of horses and soldiers carrying out complex battlefield drill manoeuvres to military music. More than 1,400 soldiers, 200 horses and 400 musicians come together for the impressive display.

During the parade, the royals will travel from Buckingham Palace down The Mall to Horse Guards Parade in a procession – either on horseback or in carriages. At Horse Guards, they then watch the military display before joining the procession back to Buckingham Palace once it is over.

After the parade, the royals then gather on the Palace balcony for a march-past and the fly-past by the RAF, which includes the Red Arrows, and will conclude the day’s celebrations.

And Jennie added: “Trooping the Colour is a dazzling spectacle. It’s held in June in the hope that the sun will be shining, the crowds will be warm and the breastplates and swords of the Household Cavalry will be sparkling. It marks the Monarch’s official birthday and is a chance to see all the pomp and pageantry that Britain excels at.

“Historically, the Colour (or flag) was trooped – or displayed – on the battlefield as a rallying point for the soldiers. Today it is not only an exercise in military precision, but also a rallying point for crowds and the TV audience to unite around the monarchy.

“I’ve been lucky enough to attend several Troopings and I defy anyone to keep their feet still as the drums thump out the beat to the military music and the horse’s hooves go thundering by. It really is a spectacle and a half.”

Earlier this year, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle hired Meredith Maines as their new chief communication officer, and over the past few months their team has undergone some changes

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have hired a new team

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly axed four key staff members following a string of PR blunders. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are said to have parted ways with their LA-based deputy press secretary Kyle Boulia and UK press officer Charlie Gipson. Both of them were hired in April 2024.

Two other members of the couple’s private team have reportedly also left in recent weeks. The changes come after Harry and Meghan appointed a new team, headed by chief communication officer (CCO) Meredith Maines, earlier this year. Meredith confirmed her team is now made up of eight people working across five different time zones.

Harry and Meghan also recently hired Emily Robinson, who previously oversaw global publicity for The Crown from seasons three to six, as their new director of communications.

The Sussexes’ chief communication officer said the team now includes eight people working across five time zones(Image: Anadolu via Getty Images)

Season six of the hit Netflix drama programme aired controversial storylines which included Prince Harry wearing Nazi fancy dress, Princess Diana’s Panorama interview, and scenes depicting Diana as a ghost speaking to Queen Elizabeth II. A source has now claimed more changes could be in the works for the couple, who stepped down as senior royals in 2020 and now live in California with their two children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.

The source told Hello! Magazine: “Something tells me there will be another change in the future. Meghan and Harry have hired some of the most incredible people at the top of their fields, yet somehow none of them ever work out.”

Following reports of changes within the Sussexes’ team, their CCO Meredith said in a statement shared with The Mirror: “As the Duke and Duchess’s business and philanthropic interests grow, I have made the strategic decision to move toward a more traditional communications structure of specialist agency support, as previously reported in Forbes and PR Week several weeks ago. Transitioning from a team of two to an agency support staff of eight, operating across five different time zones, will give international media and stakeholders better access, and critically, faster response times to inquiries.”

The Sussexes have recently raised eyebrows over some recent media moments, including an explosive BBC interview Harry gave following the rejection of his appeal against the downgrade of his UK security. In the interview, Harry claimed his father, King Charles, is no longer speaking to him due to the row around his security arrangements while in the UK. He also mentioned the King’s cancer treatment and expressed uncertainty about “how much longer my father has left,” sparking some criticism for fuelling speculation about the monarch’s health.

Meghan was due to attend a charity event on Saturday but it has been cancelled(Image: Getty)

Meghan also recently shared a video of herself twerking alongside Harry in hospital, as she tried to bring on labour while pregnant with Lilibet. The candid Instagram video, which runs for more than a minute, was shared as the pair market Lilibet’s fourth birthday with Meghan explaining: “Four years ago today, this also happened. Both of our children were a week past their due dates… so when spicy food, all that walking, and acupuncture didn’t work – there was only one thing left to do!”

And this year the Duchess also launched her Netflix series, With Love, Meghan, which received mixed reviews but was a success for the streaming platform, which has already renewed it for a second season. Alongside the series, Meghan also launched her lifestyle brand, As Ever, selling homemade products including raspberry jam, wildflower honey, herbal teas, flower sprinkles, crepe mix, and shortbread cookie mix.

Earlier this week we reported that Meghan was due to attend a charity event in Los Angeles tomorrow, but the bash has been cancelled due to ongoing unrest in the city. The Duchess was scheduled to be the guest of honour at the Museum of Natural History in LA, where she was expected to give a speech about her extensive charity work.

However, as the streets of LA continue to be occupied by protestors facing off against ICE officers, organisers postponed the black-tie Night of Wonder event. Dr. Lori Bettison-Varga, President and Director of the Natural History Museum in LA, said in a statement: “As an institution ‘of, for, and with Los Angeles,’ our responsibility during challenging times is clear: to serve as a community resource focused on healing and unity, not celebration.”

“Los Angeles needs us to channel our energy toward supporting our neighbours and demonstrating the values that make our city and county strong,” her statement continued. The statement went on to clarify that the decision to indefinitely postpone the event was made by the museum’s Board of Trustees, leadership and event partners, who “unanimously agreed” that pausing the event was “the appropriate response to current community circumstances.”

Chief Advancement Officer Paul Bessire added: “We will find a future moment to celebrate our work. Until then, we will channel our energy towards being welcoming spaces for learning and discovery for everyone who walks through our doors.” The museum is expected to reschedule the event for a later date, and will continue with their daily operations and educational programs until the event is back in the calendar.

Even with 21 years under their belt, they face challenges

London-born composer and musician Tom Fletcher and his wife Giovanna celebrated 21 years of “togetherness” last October.

When working together, Giovanna – on The Chase this weekend (June 14) – and Tom have “creative differences”. And in the past, they’ve led to “snappy” arguments.

The couple met as teens at school, and married back in 2012. But in the early days of their relationship, Tom “dumped” her.

Years of grovelling followed, and eventually they got back together. Haven’t looked back. But that doesn’t mean the road is without its challenges.

Goodbyes are a part of life when both parts of a couple have tours to go on (Credit: BBC/YouTube)

Tom Fletcher pleads with wife Giovanna not to ‘go off’ on tour

Even – or especially – after 13 years of marriage, Tom and Giovanna Fletcher struggle with goodbyes.

In a recent interview with Heat magazine, the couple gave a brief insight into how tours can interrupt the regular goings-on of a long-term relationship.

But, while Giovanna struggles with saying goodbye to shows, it’s Tom who struggles the most with missing his spouse, it seems.

“It’s always hard leaving a show. Especially one you love,” Giovanna said.

She recently starred as Rachel Watson in the UK tour of The Girl on the Train. It’s a stage adaptation of Paula Hawkins’ novel of the same name. The tour started in January 2025.

Meanwhile, Tom quipped that he’d “only just got her back home”, and jokingly pleaded: “Can you not send her back off on tour, please.”

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Giovanna addresses relationship difficulties when managing busy schedules

During a recent episode of the Glad We Had This Chat podcast, Giovanna responded to a listener’s point about how demanding jobs can interfere with domestic and relationship harmony.

“That’s really hard isn’t it. I can relate, I feel with Tom if we can manage to watch something together and our feet touch, that’s a win,” she said, per the Express.

“I also think being aware that you’re so busy that you’re juggling, that you’re drifting, is really really important,” she added. “Because then you can do something about it. I think not being aware of it is the difficult place to be.”

She and Tom married in 2012, but they met many years before that while both attending Sylvia Young Theatre School.

They share three children: Buzz, Buddy and Max.

In October last year, Giovanna posted on Instagram to celebrate their 21st anniversary. Well, sort of.

“I feel nothing says ‘I love you’ more than realising you’ve both forgotten your anniversary,” she wrote – see above. “Happy 21 years of togetherness, Tom Fletcher.”

He was not happy!

Former Strictly pro AJ Pritchard previously revealed his ‘feud’ with a fellow reality star after he claimed she lost him the chance of winning £50k.

The dancer shot to fame as one of the pro dancers on the BBC One show. He appeared on the line-up for four years. AJ has also starred in Hollyoaks and I’m A Celebrity. And, back in 2023, AJ – who is on The Chase today (June 14) – took part in The Challenge UK, alongside Love Island star Arabella Chi.

However, things didn’t go to plan for AJ as he ended up not reaching the final – something he blames Arabella for…

AJ was really not happy after crashing out of the TV show (Credit: Splash News)

Strictly star AJ Pritchard on The Challenge UK

The Challenge UK was a reality show hosted by Mark Wright that premiered on Channel 5 in 2023. The gruelling show followed 16 celebs taking on a series of athletic battles, while also trying to avoid elimination rounds, in a bid to take home £100,000.

Blame whoever you want, you could see it on camera.

Famous faces including AJ’s brother Curtis, Nathan Henry, Celebrity Big Brother star Ella Rae Wise and A Place in the Sun’s Danni Menzies all took part in The Challenge UK. It was eventually won by Tristan Phipps and Love Island’s Kaz Crossley.

Unfortunately for AJ, he didn’t make the final three, and he laid the blame squarely at Arabella’s feet…

AJ was teamed up with Arabella on The Challenge UK (Credit: ITV)

AJ on reality star ‘losing him £50k’

In an interview from 2023, AJ admitted that him losing The Challenge UK was a “touchy subject”. He also joked at the time that Arabella owed him the £50k he would have received if he’d taken home the crown.

“We did not make the final three. If myself and Arabella had made the final three, I’d have put my life on it that I would’ve won that show,” AJ told The Sun.

The show saw the celebs paired up on a series of different challenges – one included a Gladiators-style pugil stick round. Another, for which AJ was teamed with Arabella, saw them completing a puzzle.

He added: “It was Arabella that got Curtis [Pritchard] knocked out. And it was Arabella again that got me knocked out and lost me £50,000. Blame whoever you want, you could see it on camera. I’m just going to throw it out there. That’s a touchy subject and it’s going to be touchy and a bit raw for the rest of my life!”

‘That’s a touchy subject’

The actor was then quizzed on whether he would meet up with Arabella – who recently became a new mum – outside of the show. He replied “no”.

AJ added: “Unless she’s got £50,000 to hand over. She cost me the win.”

Sounds like sour grapes to us!

We’ve waved goodbye to several stars…

Several famous faces have appeared on Celebrity Gogglebox – but there have been some shocking exits over the years.

The spin-off Channel 4 show – that premiered back in 2019 – is back on screens tonight (June 13) for a brand new episode. Along with the regulars, there are some new famous faces on the sofas, including Vernon Kay.

However, during its run on the telly, the programme has waved goodbye to a number of celebs who have left – and not necessarily on good terms…

Here, ED! is taking a look back at all the Celebrity Gogglebox exits over the years.

Sheila and Gyles did the show together (Credit: Channel 4)

Sheila Hancock ‘angered’ Celebrity Gogglebox boss

Actress Dame Sheila Hancock appeared on Celebrity Gogglebox in 2019 with her pal Gyles Brandreth.

However, she ended up clashing with bosses over the amount of racy content she had to watch on the Channel 4 show.

“I used to love doing it with Gyles, but they sacked me from that. Well, they did not ask me back,” she previously told The Mirror.

The TV star added: “I think it was because there were a lot of shows with penises in, and because it went down [well] with the audience, they kept showing them to us.

“Eventually I phoned up the lady on the edit and said, ‘I am enjoying the show, but do you think we can have anything other than penises?’ and she was quite angry.”

Maureen ended up quitting (Credit: C4/YouTube)

Why Maureen Lipman quit Celebrity Gogglebox

After Dame Sheila Hancock’s exit, she was replaced in 2020 with Coronation Street star Maureen Lipman.

However, Maureen ended up quitting, claiming that the bosses didn’t appreciate her humour.

“I went in imagining that they wanted me for my wit and my brain. Of course, they just want to show you willies and for you to be shocked. Honestly, we were really funny together, but none of that was used,” she told Radio Times.

Maureen added: “And if they don’t want to use what we gave them, [explicit] them. It is from my point of view. I’m sure they’ll put someone else with Gyles.”

Following Maureen’s Gogglebox exit, Gyles was joined by Joanna Lumley, Susie Dent, Carol Vorderman and Lulu.

Katherine starred on the show with her partner Bobby  (Credit: Channel 4)

Katherine Ryan ‘wasn’t asked back’

Back in 2023, Katherine Ryan and her partner Bobby Koostra appeared on Celebrity Gogglebox.

However, the comedian revealed in 2024 that they ‘haven’t been asked back’.

Looking back, she said: “I like people getting to know Bobby a little bit more comes out of his shell. He’s really, really funny.”

Reflecting on her stint on the show, Katherine told The Sun: “I’m not sure that we were the best fit for Celebrity Goggle Box only because we were new and there are so many other families and couples on there, that I don’t think we were on it very much.

“I loved being on it and I would love to be of more use on it”

She then revealed: “We haven’t been asked back so far, but that’s okay. Like I’m not right for everything. I loved the opportunity because it’s a show that we watch.”

The King’s Birthday Honours List for 2025 is here!

The King Charles’ Birthday Honours List of 2025 has been revealed ahead of Trooping the Colour today (Saturday, June 14).

Honours typically celebrate the contribution of celebrities, government employees and ordinary people who have served their communities. The King’s Birthday Honours list is released twice a year, at New Year and on Charles’ official birthday in June – Trooping the Colour.

The monarch hands out OBEs for services, and gives out knighthoods and damehoods to celebrate those individuals.

The monarch released his list for his official birthday in June (Credit: Cover Images)

What are the different types of honours in the King’s Birthday Honours List?

A CBE, OBE and MBE are among the top-ranking honours – with GBE being at the very top, but these are rare.

First, there are MBEs (Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) which is an order of chivalry, made up of five classes for civil and military divisions. The most senior of the two make the individual either a knight or dame. Next, are OBEs (Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire) and CBEs (Commander of the order of the British Empire). While CBEs are a great honour, they do not receive the title of Dame or Sir. The top rank, GBE, is a Knight or Dame Grand Cross. But they are rare, and only 16 have been given out in the past 25 years.

Only British citizens can become a Sir or a Dame. But those from overseas can be given an honorary KBE/DBE.

Those selected will attend a ceremony where King Charles, or another member of the royal family, award them with their insignia of the order (a medal).

Then there is the King’s Civilian Gallantry List, and 2024 was the first year Charles handed out commendation for Bravery as part of his Birthday Honours list.

Individuals can become nominated by the Prime Minister, senior government ministers and civilians who recommend people for an award.

David Beckham has received a knighthood (Credit: Roger Wong/INSTARimages)

Famous faces receiving an award this year

Last week, ahead of King Charles’ Birthday Honours List, reports claimed that David Beckham and his wife Victoria would receive honours in the 2025 ceremony.

It was reported the British footballer would receive a knighthood, and take the title of Sir. Meanwhile, Victoria would take the name Lady Beckham.

The Beckhams have a close relationship with the royal family, and David received an OBE in 2003.

David said of his new honour: “Growing up in east London with parents and grandparents who were so patriotic and proud to be British, I never could have imagined I would receive such a truly humbling honour. It will take a little while for the news to sink in but I’m immensely proud and it’s such an emotional moment for me to share with my family.”

His honour is for his services to sport and charity.

Actress Elaine Paige has received a damehood (Credit: Steve Vas/Future Image/Cover Images)
Meanwhile, the other famous face receiving a knighthood is former rugby league player Billy Boston for his services to rugby league football.

Actor Gary Oldman has also received a knighthood for services to drama.

In addition, singer and actress Elaine Paige and Regeneration novelist Pat Barker will receive damehoods.

Elsewhere, tennis legend Virginia Wade will receive a CBE for services to tennis and charity.

Darts player Luke Littler will receive an MBE in a ceremony (Credit: Kieran.Photo/Cover Images)
Other famous faces in the list include darts player Luke Littler, 18, for his services to darts. He’s been awarded an MBE.

Premier League Darts champion Luke Humphries has received an MBE for services to darts.

Hosts of BBC entertainment show Strictly Come Dancing Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman have also received honours – MBEs.

UK Love Island star Georgia Harrison has received an MBE for services to tackling online privacy and cyber crime awareness.

King Charles’ Birthday Honours List for 2025 has revealed many famous faces (Credit: Cover Images)

King Charles’ Birthday Honours List 2025 in full

Overall, 1,200 people have made the main honours list issued by the Cabinet Office.

You can see the full list of honours here.

The pair met in the late 1990s

Clare Balding previously opened up about the struggles she’s faced with her wife Alex Arnold.

TV favourite Clare – who hosts Trooping the Colour this weekend (June 14) – and journalist Alice have been together for more than two decades.

However, it hasn’t always been easy for the showbiz couple – as at the very start of their romance, Clare “struggled”.

The pair have been married for decades (Credit: SplashNews.com)

Clare Balding and wife Alice

Speaking in 2018, Clare opened up about her relationship with Alice – and the early days of their romance.

Clare met Alice Arnold in 1999 at work, when the latter was a BBC Radio 4 announcer and newsreader. At first, the pair were good friends, but things progressed into something more, and they got together in 2002.

“We were very much friends at first and didn’t get together until the autumn of 2002. Alice had always been ‘out’ but I wasn’t and really struggled with it,” Clare told Country Town & House.

The TV star previously opened up about her ‘struggle’ (Credit: SplashNews.com)

‘It’s still difficult’

Clare went on to explain: “The environment was very different back then – I felt ashamed because I was hiding something from my family and colleagues at work. When I finally decided to tell people about my sexuality it was a huge relief. I was happy, comfortable and not constantly worried about being found out.”

However, many years on and Clare recognised that things are still tough for young people who are gay. She said: “It’s still difficult for young people today because you rarely get that ‘how wonderful’ response from your family.”

Clare Balding’s marriage to Alice

Back in 2006, before gay marriage was legalised in the UK, Clare and Alice entered into a civil partnership. The happy couple celebrated with friends and family in an 18th-century Palladian villa in Chiswick.

Nine years later and in April 2015, Clare and Alice married in a private ceremony at the same venue. Speaking about her marriage Clare told previously said: “It’s about equality.”

She continued on The Jonathan Ross Show: “It’s just about knowing that you can and knowing that you can say: ‘I’m married’ and nobody’s going to think that’s married in inverted commas, no that, actually married. I think it’s great.”

Paul died suddenly in 2023

Andre Portasio, the widower of TV legend Paul O’Grady, issued an emotional tribute on what would have been his husband’s 70th birthday.

Paul died in March 2023 at age 67. In a statement shared by Andre, he revealed the national treasure’s passing was unexpected.

“He will be greatly missed by his loved ones, friends, family, animals and all those who enjoyed his humour, wit and compassion,” he said.

Following Andre’s post, fans shared their support (Credit: Splashnews.com)

Paul O’Grady husband shares tribute on 70th birthday

To mark Paul’s 70th birthday today (June 14), husband Andre, whom he married in 2017, took to Instagram to honour him.

“Sad to think that today, we would have celebrated Paul’s 70th birthday. Though he is no longer with us, his spirit, warmth, humor and kindness continue to inspire. I want to sincerely thank all of his fans for your ongoing support and for helping keep his memory alive,” he wrote.

“Paul was a very sociable and joyful person, but birthdays weren’t always his favorite — he’d often joke, “This would be my last!” Despite that, he will always be remembered and cherished deeply.”

Andre concluded: “Thank you for being part of his wonderful legacy and for continuously honoring his memory.”

Meanwhile, to accompany the heartfelt post, Andre shared several photos of Paul from throughout the years. In multiple slides, he was photographed with his dogs. In the final picture, Paul was captured on the sofa, while his pets rested alongside him.

‘He is so missed’

Fans rushed to the comments section to share their support.

“Thank you for keeping him alive in our memories. He was a beautiful soul,” one user wrote.

“Never forget this wonderful human being,” another person shared.

“Lovely photos of a wonderful man. You must miss him terribly,” a third expressed.

“Hugs for you and happy birthday memories,” a fourth said.

“Sending love, Andre. Such gorgeous photos. He is so missed xx,” a fifth person remarked.

Meanwhile, another echoed: “Happy heavenly birthday Paul! He is so missed.”

The lineup has expanded once again!

Celebrity Gogglebox returned for another episode on Channel 4 on Friday night, and fans issued the same complaint.

The hit show aired its first episode of Series 7 last week (June 7) after wrapping the 25th series of the regular version.

Podcast host Nick Grimshaw and his niece Liz and show regulars, Rylan Clark with his mum, Linda, all came back, while former I’m A Celeb winner Vicky Pattison and TOWIE favourite Pete Wicks, as well as Paddy McGuinness and Vernon Kay, made their debut.

Other celebs included Diversity dancers Perri Kiely and Jordan Banjo, and Jennifer Saunders and her daughter Beattie Edmonson.

Jennifer appeared on the show with her daughter, Beattie (Channel 4)

Celebrity Gogglebox on Channel 4

However, for last night’s (June 13) episode, the show welcomed more celebrities into the mix.

From daytime TV to the Celebrity Gogglebox couch, This Morning presenters Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard joined the cast. Match of the Day hosts Mark Chapman and Kelly Cates were also new additions.

Meanwhile, comedian Munya Chawawa and Made In Chelsea star Jamie Laing and newsreader Krishnan Guru-Murthy and his daughter, Jasmine, also appeared.

British darts player Luke Littler and YouTuber Angry Ginge, too, made their Celebrity Gogglebox debut.

Despite the lineup featuring a whole range of stars from different professions and generations, viewers were still left saying the same thing…

Ben and Cat made their Celebrity Gogglebox debut (Credit: Channel 4)

‘Still none the wiser’

“Who’s mark and Kelly???” one user questioned on X.

“Mark Chapman and Kelly Cates. They’re sports presenters. Kelly is also the daughter of Kenny Dalglish,” someone replied, to which the same user said: “Still none the wiser.”

“Don’t know who some of these ‘celebs’ are,” another shared.

“Who are the 2 blokes? I have literally not a clue who they are?” a third remarked.

“No idea who half of these “Celebs” are – probably showing my age, but it’s quite funny!” another echoed.

‘Nice to see some new faces’

However, not everyone was unsatisfied with the lineup.

“Jordan and Perri are hilarious, I love them,” one fan expressed.

“I love Linda @Rylan, your mum is lush!” another said.

“Nice to see some new faces on #Celebritygogglebox but this series is missing Jane McDonald & her friend drinking wine!” a third viewer insisted.