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Meghan Markle has celebrated her daughter Princess Lilibet on her fourth birthday with adorable photos.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s youngest child Lilibet turns four on June 4. She was born in 2021. The couple are also parents to their son Prince Archie, six.

To mark the occasion, Meghan, 43, took to her personal Instagram account to share a couple of pictures of Lili.

Meghan Markle shares photos of Princess Lilibet on her birthday

The first cute photo showed Meghan cuddling Lilibet whilst on a boat. Lilibet was seen looking at the camera, with the lower half of her face covered by Meghan’s arm.

Meghan smiled at her little girl as she wrapped her arms around her.

Meanwhile, the second photo in the post showed Meghan cuddling a newborn Lilibet, seemingly just moments after she was born.

Alongside the black and white images, Meghan gushed: “Happy birthday to our beautiful girl! Four years ago today she came into our lives – and each day is brighter and better because of it.

“Thanks to all of those sending love and celebrating her special day!”

Royal fans shared their thoughts on the sweet pictures, with one person saying on X: “She looks like Diana, those eyes and hair!”

Another wrote: “She has Harry’s whole face,” while a third agreed: “Adorable photo! Lilibet really does look just like Harry.”

Someone else commented: “I think what bits of her I’ve seen she is like Doria,” referring to Meghan’s mother Doria Ragland.

 

Meghan shares heartwarming snaps of Harry and Lilibet

Later on, Meghan also shared some snaps of Prince Harry with his daughter.

In one photo, the Duke of Sussex can be seen holding an infant Lilibet, who is wrapped up in a swaddling blanket, at the Sussexes’ family home. Lilibet can be seen looking up at her father in the never-before-seen snap.

Another, more recent photograph, shows Harry and Lilibet out on a walk together. The duo are walking barefoot along a sandy track lined by grass and palm trees. Lilibet, wearing a cap, can be seen running ahead, holding her father’s hand as he carries his shoes.

“The sweetest bond to watch unfold,” Meghan captioned the post.

“Daddy’s little girl and favorite adventurer. Happy birthday Lili!” she then added.
Harry and Meghan’s youngest child, Princess Lilibet, turns four on June 4 (Credit: Cover Images)

Why do Harry and Meghan hide their children’s faces?

Since stepping back from royal duties in 2020, Prince Harry and Meghan choose to kept their children’s faces private.

Four years ago today she came into our lives – and each day is brighter and better because of it.

The children were seen in their 2022 Netflix docuseries Harry & Meghan, through family home videos and photos.

However, on Meghan’s Instagram, the children are often seen with their faces hidden.
Meghan and Harry don’t show their children’s faces in photos (Credit: Cover Images)
Previous reports claimed that Harry felt “reluctant” about showing his kids’ faces publicly.

An insider told PEOPLE in August 2024: “Harry has been reluctant to show his children publicly, not out of a desire to hide them but to protect their privacy and safety from potential threats.”

“He wants them to lead as normal a life as possible without the fear of kidnapping or harm. As a dad and husband, Harry is determined to ensure that history doesn’t repeat itself,” they added, referring to the tragic death of Harry’s mother Princess Diana in 1997.

Harry and Meghan live in Montecito, California, with Archie and Lilibet. They moved from the UK in 2020 after stepping back from their senior duties.

Not the first time The Voice star has faced health challenges

Pop star Jessie J shared worrying health news late on Tuesday (June 3) evening as she announced she has been diagnosed with “early” breast cancer.

The Price Tag singer, 37, told fans she found out about her diagnosis in April as her single No Secrets was released.

“Cancer sucks in any form but I’m holding onto the word early,” Jessie added in an Instagram post.

However, while the mum-of-one is bravely staying positive about her condition, it isn’t the first time Jessie – also known for her TV role as a coach on The Voice – has faced health challenges.

Jessie J has faced several serious health challenges throughout her life (Credit: YouTube)

Jessie J’s health challenges – stroke at 17

Hitmaker Jessie was diagnosed with Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome as a child. It is a rare heart condition which causes an irregular heartbeat – and can leave a patient feeling dizzy and short of breath.

It also caused her to previously suffer a minor stroke when she was 17. Jessie inherited the condition, with her dad also suffering with it.

She’s previously reflected: “You know, the weirdest thing is that being that sick made me Jessie J. I started writing songs because that was my get out of feeling unwell and down.”

However, Jessie has admitted she has had to “manage my life in a certain way”.

“Sometimes I’m not [fine], but there’s loads of people who aren’t. I’m fine. I’m very proud of myself. I’ve done a lot more than I thought I could,” she is quoted as saying.

She also previously told Australian news outlet 9Now she was encouraged in her health battle to ‘be strong’.

“I think my mum and dad never allowed me to be defined by something that was a weakness. Ever since I was young it was like: ‘Just get on with it. You can do this,’” Jessie said.

However, Jessie also recalls being ill after she was diagnosed aged eight.

I remember collapsing a lot and having seizures.

She noted: “I remember collapsing a lot and having seizures. I was a sickly, skinny girl who had a slight green tinge to her skin because of the drugs and who was always in and out of hospital.

“There would be times when I’d be acting normal and then I’d just collapse. It was only then that people would realise I wasn’t well. I suppose I was good at covering it up and I know I’m very good at that now.”

Meniere’s disease

In December 2020, Jessie was diagnosed with Meniere’s disease, a chronic inner ear disorder. It was also linked to throat symptoms she endured in following months, leaving her in agony.

She shared on social media in 2021: “Six months in and I still cannot get through a full day without pain in my mid neck / throat.”

Additionally, Jessie shared how her condition was recognised after she ‘woke up deaf’.

She told followers during an Instagram live session: “I woke up and felt like I was completely deaf in my right ear, couldn’t walk in a straight line.”

Jessie went on: “I know that a lot of people suffer from it and I’ve actually had a lot of people reach out to me and give me great advice, so I’ve just been laying low in silence. Now’s the first time I’ve been able to sing and bear it. I’m super grateful for my health. It just threw me off.”

Jessie J had been told she wouldn’t be a mum (Credit: Splashnews.com)

Fertility issues and miscarriage

Jessie had shared with fans how she’d been told around 2014 that she couldn’t “ever have children”.

The brave star insisted she didn’t need sympathy, noting she is one among millions who has endured similar struggles.

“If you’ve ever experienced anything with this or have seen somebody else go through it or have lost a child, then please know you’re not alone in your pain and I’m thinking of you when I sing this song,” she said during a 2018 gig in London.

Jessie added: “It’s hard not to feel alone when dealing with fertility issues, but knowing that someone else has faced the same challenges can be a source of comfort.”

Back in 2019, she opened up about her continued hopes to have a child, despite being told she wouldn’t conceive naturally. And she suffered an agonising miscarriage in November 2021, having been told she had adenomyosis.

But in June 2023, Jessie and partner Chanan Safir Colman welcomed son Sky Safir Cornish Colman into the world.

“A week ago my whole life changed. My son entered this world and my heart grew twice the size,” she told Insta followers as she announced the birth.

Diagnoses made Jessie J ‘re-think’ her whole life (Credit: YouTube)

ADHD and OCD

Last summer, Jessie revealed she had been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) earlier in the year.

She admitted finding out had made her “re-think” her life. But Jessie also said that having ADHD felt like “a superpower as long as you look at it from the right perspective”.

She also said being a mum had “exposed” the conditions more.

Jessie also reflected: “I’m hugging 11-year-old me. Who would clean her trainers with a toothbrush when she was stressed and to this day has lived with a 1,000 lists to not feel like life will crumble. Here’s to getting to know yourself even more through life. And loving yourself all the way.”

Serious foot injury

In 2011, Jessie had to make use a wheelchair after she suffered a serious foot injury through falling off stage while rehearsing for a gig. She later performed her Glastonbury set that year while sitting on a throne.

She later revealed in 2o13: “I’ve had a bone transplant, a fusion, a metal plate. Four bolts put into my foot. That accident almost cost me the ability to walk.”

The emotional star admitted she’s ‘cried a lot’

Stacey Solomon has shared an update on her dog Teddy, after he was taken ill over Easter.

The star revealed back in April that she had to rush Teddy to the vets, asking her fans to pray for the pup’s recovery. Then, a week after revealing the days after the operation would be “crucial” for Teddy, she told followers what happened and how Teddy was doing.

Now she’s shared a heartbreaking update on the pooch…

Stacey Solomon gave fans an update on her dog Teddy after his op (Credit: Instagram)

Stacey Solomon shares heartache over dog Teddy

Posting a video of herself speaking from her Pickle Cottage home at the end of April, Stacey said: “Hi, sorry I haven’t updated anyone. I know you’ve all been asking and worrying about Teddy and I’m just so grateful for him just being in your thoughts and stuff.

“He is home. I got to bring him home last week so he made it through the operation and through the period of time where it was the highest risk following the operation and I got to bring him home. I’m sorry I haven’t been on here. I’ve been trying to get my head around things.”

Stacey added: “Also I’m not a good crier. I’m not a good in-person crier. Like I hate crying in front of people. I just know if I’d have come on I would have cried. I’ve cried a lot. So I’ve just tried to keep myself away from any human contact so I can just cry alone.

“Teddy is home, I’m so grateful he’s home. He made it through the operation and he made it through the period of time everyone was really worried about and I got to bring him home. I am so happy he’s with us still.

“Obviously he is really not well still, and has had major surgery. So I have moved my work to work from home and cancelled some things so that I can try and help him recover. I do physio with him every day and I have to express his bladder throughout the day. And he’s on medication.”

It’s been an emotional time for the family (Credit: Instagram)

Bladder problems and Stacey’s tears

She added: “Expressing his bladder has been a whole humbling experience. That has made me cry on a number of occasions because I just felt like I was doing a [bleep] job for Teddy and being a really [bleep] dog mum.”

Stacey then revealed her dog would be on crate rest for at least four weeks before he goes back to the vets for a check up. “He might never fully recover and this might be Teddy forever,” she said.

“I’m just taking every day as it comes and I’m trying to do my best as I want to give him the best chance of living a happy life,” she added. “We just need to see how it goes from here,” she said.

What happened to Stacey Solomon’s dog Teddy?

Stacey then revealed: “I don’t even think I’ve said what happened to him, have I? So on Good Friday, he lost the use of his back legs. That night he crawled in and we were like, what the hell? He’d been running round all day, no signs of pain, not curled up asleep or anything, just bam, couldn’t use his back legs, dragging himself around.”

She then added that she took him to the emergency vet, and the next day he was given an MRI. The scan revealed a disc in his back had “burst”. Stacey shared: “The vet was just like, he’s had a burst disc but all of his discs and all of his spine is not looking good at all. If you have a look at his disc they are all worn away.”

‘Trying to get my head around his care’

She then said she asked the vet if it was something she’d done that caused it. But the vet said where it had degenerated, even turning his head quickly could’ve made it happen.

“He had the operation and we’ll have to see how it goes from here. There is like a 30% chance he might recover full. But there’s also a massive chance that he’s going to be disabled and unable to urinate for himself and involuntary poos and will need a lot of physio and a lot of help for the rest of his life.

“So I’m just trying to get my head around that and work out what I can do for him. How I can give him his best chance and love him as much as possible and try and make him as happy and comfortable as possible in this situation.

“That’s why it’s taken me so long to come on here. I’ve just been trying to get my head around his care and looking after the kids,” she concluded.

Stacey has shared heartbreaking news for poorly pup Teddy (Credit: Instagram)

Heartbreaking new update

This week (June 3), Stacey shared a new update – a month on from Teddy’s op. And, unfortunately, it isn’t good news.

Posting on Instagram, she shared a picture of a sleeping Teddy and said: “Teddy update. So many of you asking. After his vet appointment it looks likely that Teddy will never get the feeling back in his legs and will need our help with urinating and assisted walks and physio forever.

“But the good news is … the vet was so pleased with how happy Teddy was and how well we are doing his physio and managing his bladder so me and Joe were really happy with that and felt extremely proud.”

The star’s favourite pic with Teddy and Peanut (Credit: Instagram)

‘I feel sad for Teddy’

She then concluded: “I feel sad for Teddy but I’m also confident that me and Joe can give him the happiest life and all the love he deserves. So this new journey is forever. But we love Teddy so much we will just keep going and do our best to find new ways to keep him healthy and happy for as long as we can.”

She then shared her “favourite picture” of herself with both her dogs – Teddy and Peanut.

Lead singer of 80s band A-ha, Morten Harket, 65, has revealed he has Parkinson’s disease.

The Take On Me hitmaker, who appeared on The Masked Singer in 2021 as Viking, shared the news via the band’s official website.

Morten Harket announces he’s got Parkinson’s disease (Credit: Splashnews.com)

Morten Harket announces Parkinson’s disease diagnosis

“This isn’t the sort of news anyone wants to deliver to the world, but here it is: Morten has Parkinson’s disease,” a statement read.

Morten directly said he wanted to keep the diagnosis private. However, has decided to tell fans as he doesn’t know if he could sing or even perform again.

“I’ve got no problem accepting the diagnosis. With time I’ve taken to heart my 94-year-old father’s attitude to the way the organism gradually surrenders: I use whatever works,’” he said.

“Part of me wanted to reveal it. Like I said, acknowledging the diagnosis wasn’t a problem for me; it’s my need for peace and quiet to work that has been stopping me. I’m trying the best I can to prevent my entire system from going into decline. It’s a difficult balancing act between taking the medication and managing its side effects. There’s so much to weigh up when you’re emulating the masterful way the body handles every complex movement, or social matters and invitations, or day-to-day life in general,” Morten continued.

While there is no cure for the disease right now, Morten has been taking medication and undergoing advanced brain surgery at the Mayo Clinic in the US, which has softened the impact of his symptoms.

Last June, Morten had a neurosurgical procedure where electrodes were implanted deep inside the left side of his brain. In December, he also underwent a similar procedure on the right side of his brain, which was also successful.

Morten is unaware if he can sing again (Credit: Splashnews.com)

‘Don’t worry about me’

When asked if he could sing, Morten said he was unsure.

“I don’t feel like singing, and for me that’s a sign. I’m broadminded in terms of what I think works; I don’t expect to be able to achieve full technical control. The question is whether I can express myself with my voice. As things stand now, that’s out of the question. But I don’t know whether I’ll be able to manage it at some point in the future,” he said.

With a loyal fanbase around the world, Morten shared a message directly to them.

“Don’t worry about me. Find out who you want to be – a process that can be new each and every day. Be good servants of nature, the very basis of our existence, and care for the environment while it is still possible to do so. Spend your energy and effort addressing real problems, and know that I am being taken care of,” he shared.

William and Sophie will team up for a joint engagement this Friday

Prince William and Duchess Sophie will reunite for a special royal engagement this week, much to the delight of royal fans.

The Prince of Wales, 42, is set to attend the Royal Cornwall Show on Friday (June 7) in his role as Patron of the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association.

However, he won’t be attending alone. Joining him will be Sophie, Duchess of Edinburgh, 60, who serves as Patron of the Association of Show and Agricultural Organisations and Vice President of the Royal Cornwall Agricultural Association.

William and Sophie will team up for a joint engagement this Friday (Credit: SplashNews.com)

Prince William and Duchess Sophie team up for royal visit

The upcoming visit to Wadebridge, Cornwall, is already generating buzz among royal fans, who are excited to see the two senior royals step out together once more.

Their joint appearance will highlight Cornish culture and rural life, with a focus on agriculture, sustainability, and community wellbeing.

On social media, fans celebrated the announcement.

I love their bond. It’ll be great to see them out and about together.

“Definitely looking forward to this!” one fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter).

Another added: “Oh, how wonderful! I love their bond. It’ll be great to see them out and about together.”

“Ah, the type of joint engagement we stan,” a third gushed.

“Looking forward to this. I love Sophie and her versatility in engagements,” another fan wrote.

This isn’t the first time the duo have shared the spotlight. In 2023, Prince William and Duchess Sophie attended a screening of the conservation documentary Rhino Man at Battersea Power Station.

William made headlines at the time for warmly introducing her as “my aunt”.

Duchess Sophie has been described as the royal family’s “secret weapon” (Credit: Cover Images)

The Royal Cornwall Show

The Royal Cornwall Show, founded in 1793, is one of England’s largest agricultural showcases, drawing more than 120,000 visitors over three days.

The event celebrates the best in livestock, farming, local food and Cornish tradition.

This year marks Prince William’s first visit as Duke of Cornwall, a title he gained following his father King Charles‘ accession to the throne.

For Duchess Sophie, the engagement marks her first return to the Cornwall Show since 2014.

In recent months, the duchess has been dubbed “the royal family’s secret weapon“.

When both King Charles and Kate Middleton were forced to step back from royal duties due to their cancer battles last year, Sophie quietly stepped into a more central role.

During the visit, William and Sophie are expected to tour various exhibits. William will also present the Duke of Cornwall’s Award.

Actress Michelle Keegan celebrated her first birthday as a mum this week and even treated fans to a new photo of baby Palma.

Fool Me Once star Michelle turned 38 on Tuesday (June 3) and spent the day with her husband, Mark Wright, in Marbella.

Michelle celebrated her birthday as a first-time mum (Credit: Splashnews.com)

Michelle Keegan celebrates first birthday with baby Palma

The couple welcomed their first child, daughter Palma Elizabeth Wright, on March 6. Last November, before announcing they were expecting, Mark and Michelle visited Majorca for a holiday.

The couple have said they consider the island to be their “second home” from the UK. It was the same location where the couple took the photo they later used to announce Michelle’s pregnancy.

Palma is also the capital of Majorca, which they named their daughter after. However, for Michelle’s 38th, she paid another visit to Spain to honour her big day. This time, however, the pair headed to Marbella.

Celebratory dinner

In photos obtained by the MailOnline, Michelle was captured at a restaurant with hubby Mark.

According to the outlet, the former Corrie star wore a white lace co-ord from her Very collection, which consisted of a long-sleeved shirt and shorts. She paired the look with flip-flop-style heels and styled her brunette locks in a ponytail.

In all of the images, Michelle was seen cradling her daughter while walking beside Mark, who wore a black shirt and trousers with sandals of the same colour.

New photo of baby Palma

Michelle also took to her Instagram Story to share a rare new photo of Palma.

The adorable black-and-white image showed off her daughter’s toes as she was seemingly lying down.

“Yep… my toes,” Michelle captioned the pic.

Michelle shared a photo of Palma’s feet (Credit: Instagram Story)

‘Putting family first is her priority’

As Michelle enjoys life as a first-time mum, PR expert Fiona Harrold has exclusively revealed that she will always choose family over career opportunities.

“Michelle Keegan’s career is absolutely incredible since she first appeared on our screens in Coronation Street 15 years ago. She seems to have the Midas touch when it comes to opportunities. Michelle has become the go-to actress for playing Northern gritty females, and these roles show her real acting skills. She’s been acting for almost 25 years, and her hard work is paying off in giving her the incredible career she has now,” she told ED!

“The recent birth of her daughter, Palma, has given her a family with husband Mark Wright. And that’s why I don’t think she’ll have a career bucket list or a desire for more and bigger roles. Instead, putting family first is her priority – she will put them first and pick and choose roles to suit.”

Fiona insisted the recent break-in at her family home in Essex “must have been terrifying and will have also emphasised the importance of her family to her and their safety”.

However, she stated: “Michelle has worked nonstop to be in this position, and she deserves to be in this enviable position. She proves the saying that the harder you work, the luckier you get.”

It all kicks off this Friday night

Channel 4 has started to reveal which stars will join the cast of Celebrity Gogglebox for its upcoming new series.

Over the past few years, Celebrity Gogglebox has had its usual familiar faces on the sofa watching TV. And while there are a lot of returnees, this year the show is adding to its lineup.

The seventh season of the celebrity special – in aid of Stand Up To Cancer – begins on Friday (June 6). And, with only a few days to go, Channel 4 has started to release its cast lineup.

It looks set to be a great season already. So who is returning? And who is joining for the first time? Let’s look at the lineup so far…

Who is on Celebrity Gogglebox 2025?

Rylan Clark and his mum Linda have been fan favourites for years (Credit: Channel 4)

1. Rylan Clark and his mum, Linda

TV presenter Rylan Clark is a Celebrity Gogglebox expert by now. He appeared on the very first season way back in 2019.

But then the star took a break for two years, before returning in 2022 alongside his mum, Linda. And the pair have remained on the sofa ever since.

See you Friday!

After their return was announced on Channel 4’s Instagram, fans flooded the comments to celebrate.

One wrote: “Aww, I am so happy to see you both! See you Friday!”

Another penned: “It will be good to see both of you again.”

James Buckley is joining the cast with his wife (Channel 4)

2. James and Clair Buckley join Celebrity Gogglebox cast

Married couple James and Clair Buckley are joining the cast of 2025. James is best known for his role of Jay in the TV show The Inbetweeners.

The couple have two sons, and have a very popular online channel called At Home With The Buckleys and a podcast called In Sickness and In Health.

Celebrity Gogglebox confirmed the pair will join the cast this week.

Perri and Jordan return to the Celebrity Gogglebox cast (Channel 4)

3. Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely return to Celebrity Gogglebox cast

The Diversity stars are back on their sofa again, sharing their reactions to the latest TV shows.

The dancing duo first appeared on the show in 2021 as part of Channel 4’s Black to Front takeover, putting black talent in the spotlight.

Then, last year, they reappeared on the show. And fans are excited to have them back once again.

One commented: “Yesss! Can’t wait!”

Liv and Nick are returning (Credit: Channel 4)

4. Nick Grimshaw and niece Liv

Over the past few seasons, Nick Grimshaw and his niece Liv have become staples of Celebrity Gogglebox. And many fans have become invested in their lovely bond. So, it’s no surprise that they have been brought back for another year.

One fan wrote: “My fave Goggleboxers!”

5. Babatunde and Mo

Babátúndé Aléshé and Mo Gillian were the next pair to be announced. 

“Missed you guys,” said one fan of the pair. “Faves,” said another, as Mo urged Channel 4 not to show any horror films as they settle down to watch the box.

“No more scary movies though please,” the pair said in a clip uploaded to Instagram.

6. Ellie Simmonds and Richie Anderson

Strictly pals Ellie and Richie also return to the sofa for the new series of Celebrity Gogglebox.

“We are back on the sofa, so exciting,” said Ellie.

Followers agreed, with one declaring: “I will be watching you!”

7. Bez and Shaun return to Celebrity Gogglebox cast

Long-term favourites Bez and Shaun Ryder from the Happy Mondays are also back!

Bez revealed the snacks they had lined up for their Friday night in, while Shaun declared they were ready to “talk a load of [bleep]”!

8. Alex Scott and Jess Glynne

The One Show host and former Lioness Alex Scott is joining the Celebrity Gogglebox cast with girlfriend Jess Glynne for the first time ever. It’s a bit of a milestone for the women, who are set to give the Channel 4 cameras the first intimate look inside their relationship.

And the ladies seem almost as excited as their fans. “We are both so excited to be joining the Gogglebox family!” they said.

“No place I’d rather be!” quipped one fan, in a nod to Jess’ biggest hit. “Yay! Aww looking forward to this week’s episode even more,” said another.

Stacey Solomon has shared an update with fans on her dog Teddy following the news earlier this year that he needed an operation after it was discovered he had a health condition

Stacey Solomon has shared an update on her dog Teddy following his operation earlier this year(Image: Instagram/ @staceysolomon)

TV presenter Stacey Solomon has shared an update on her dog Teddy after it was discovered earlier this year that he had a health issue. He ended up having an operation and Stacey previously said that he “might not ever fully recover”.

Stacey, 35, announced in April that Teddy had an operation after it was found that he had a “predisposed condition”. She told her followers on Instagram at the time that he had become “suddenly unwell” prior to the procedure.

The family have since kept fans updated on their canine companion in the weeks since then, including a post shared by Stacey last month after Teddy returned home. As reported at the time, she said he had suffered a burst disc and “lost the use of his back legs”.

Stacey has now issued another update. Alongside a photo of Teddy, she wrote in a post uploaded this afternoon that it’s “likely” that he will “never get the feeling back” in his legs. She added that he will also need help emptying his bladder and walking.

Stacey Solomon has shared an update on her dog Teddy following his operation earlier this year(Image: Instagram/ @staceysolomon)

She wrote in her post: “Teddy update. So many of you asking. After his vet appointment it looks likely that Teddy will never get the feeling back in his legs & will need our help with urinating & assisted walks and physio forever.”

Stacey continued: “But the good news is … the vet was so pleased with how happy Teddy was & how well we are doing his physio & managing his bladder so me & Joe were really happy with that & felt extremely proud.”

She concluded: “I feel sad for Teddy but I’m also confident that me and Joe can give him the happiest life & all the love he deserves. So this new journey is forever. But we love Teddy so much we will just keep going & do our best to find new ways to keep him healthy & happy for as long as we can.”

Stacey has kept fans updated on Teddy following the discovery of a health issue(Image: Instagram/ @staceysolomon)

The latest update comes two months on from Stacey announcing that Teddy had needed surgery. She first shared the news on the platform back in April alongside photos of herself cradling him amid the experience.

She told fans at the time: “Our darling Teddy. Teddy became suddenly unwell on Thursday. It turns out he has a predisposed condition we had no idea about as he was a rescue.”

Stacey continued: “He has been operated on by incredible vets and the next 3-4 days are crucial for him to get through, even then, he might not ever fully recover. We are praying and hoping so hard that he pulls through & that we can care for him in the best way we possibly can to give him the best life he can have.”

She concluded the original post by sharing her family’s devastation over the situation. She wrote: “We are all truly devastated. He is the sweetest, most protective, loving dog. He’s our family. And far too young to be going through this.”

In a message to Teddy, she said: “We love you Ted. So so much. Pickle cottage is far too quiet without you. I miss my toilet buddy. Peanut is so sad without his best friend.”

Race Across the World paid tribute to a former contestant at the end of tonight’s episode, after it was revealed that Sam Gardiner has died aged 24 in a car crash

Sam Gardiner died at the age of 24(Image: BBC)

Race Across the World has honoured a past contestant following their untimely passing. The emotional tribute came at the close of Wednesday’s episode for 24-year-old Sam Gardiner, who passed away this week.

When the end credits began to roll, the viewers were met with a touching tribute to the series two adventurer. Displayed alongside Sam’s photo, the message read: “In loving memory of Sam Gardiner, 2000 to 2025.”

Fans of the hit BBC travel show expressed their sorrow on X (formerly Twitter), with one posting: “They gave Sam Gardiner an end card. Sad.” Another shared: “The tribute to Sam Gardiner [sad face],” and one more added: “Rest in peace to Sam Gardiner, who took part in series 2 with his Mum, Jo, back in 2020.” A fourth viewer noted: “Lovely tribute to Sam at the end,” while another wrote: “Rest in peace Sam.”

A tribute was left to Sam

Sam tragically died in a car crash on Sunday (June 1), as confirmed by his family, reports Plymouth Live. His mother Jo, who was his teammate on the 2019 series, and father Andrew offered a heartfelt statement: “We are devastated by the loss of our beloved son Sam in a terrible accident.

“We hold on to the beautiful memories of him, even though words can’t fully do justice to how much light and joy he brought into our world. Sam was adored by his family. As a son, brother and nephew, he was loyal, funny and fiercely protective.”

Sources revealed that after participating in Race Across the World, the experience “opened his eyes to the wonder of adventure and travel”. A heartwarming post was later made on Instagram by the official BBC travel series account, honouring Sam and Jo’s memorable journey from Mexico to Argentina.

“We are all deeply saddened to hear the tragic news about Sam, who died this week following a car accident,” the post read. The tribute expressed how evident it was to those who met him and viewers alike, just how life-changing and significant the journey had been for Sam and his mum, Jo.

The homage was wrapped up with: “Since filming, both Sam and Jo have been an integral part of the Race Across the World cast family and on behalf of us all from the BBC, production and the rest of the cast, we would like to extend our deepest condolences.”

Sam and mum Jo were unable to compete in the final leg of the race after they ran out of money. However, Sam had described his time on Race Across the World as a “life-changing” experience.

TV star and comedian Katherine Ryan is expecting her fourth child with her husband Bobby Koostra after sharing her wishes for more children

Comedian Katherine Ryan is expecting her fourth child. The TV star, 41, is already a proud mum to teenage daughter Violet, 15, as well as son Fred, three and daughter Fenna, two, with husband Bobby Kootstra.

Katherine first gave a hint that she was pregnant while making an appearance on her daughter Violet’s TikTok page last week, while the teen was sharing her reviews on UK Crumbl. On Monday, the star stepped out at the Ageing and Biohacking: The Science of Immortality at SXSW in London, showcasing her blossoming baby bump.

The star was glowing as she wore a figure-hugging dress, which highlighted her bump while posing on the red carpet. Katherine proudly posed for pictures before appearing on the stage as part of the talk.

A spokesperson for Katherine confirmed the happy news when approached by the Mirror. The news comes just months after Katherine underwent surgery after being diagnosed with skin cancer. She first spotted the signs after noticing a mole was changing. Prior to this, she had previously been diagnosed with stage two melanoma at the age of 21. Despite doctors insisting that her mole wasn’t cancerous, she demanded testing on it.

Katherine gave fans a glimpse of her bump while making an appearance on her daughter’s TikTok page ( 
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She said on her podcast: “The mole kept changing, I know a lot about melanoma, I had stage two melanoma as a very young woman – aged 21 – on my leg, I’ve spoken about that before. But even when he looked at it, he was like, ‘it’s not melanoma, it’s totally fine, I will do a shave and send it away for testing’.” The comic went on to add that although her doctor assured her it was nothing to worry about, she felt differently.

After the mole was removed, she asked them to take out a larger portion and close it up with a straight stitch. But, Katherine revealed that even when the doctor looked at it, he said “‘It’s not melanoma, it’s totally fine, I will do a shave and send it away for testing.’” Soon after the doctor reassured Katherine once more that it was likely not melanoma, she was called back with the confirmation that it was cancerous.

Earlier this year, Katherine opened up on her wishes for a fourth child as she admitted she didn’t think time was on her side. The former Celebrity Gogglebox star visited a fertility clinic with husband Bobby and discussed the chances of them being able to conceive.

Katherine was glowing as she stepped out on Monday at an event in London ( 
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In the second season of her hit U&W show, At Home With Katherine Ryan, she said: “It’s not that surprising that over-40 women have fewer follicles than we once did

“But we talk a lot about male fertility as well, which is on a steep decline. But I would still like a fourth baby. We are so blessed to have the kids that we do have. Having children is not for everyone, but I personally really like making people. I think it’s a superpower, if you can do it.”

Things haven’t always been easy for the couple as they have welcomed two babies, had three miscarriages and juggled Bobby’s move to the UK from Canada.

Katherine and Bobby first dated when she was 15, before rekindling their romance in 2018 when she returned to Canada to film BBC show, Who Do You Think You Are?

Adjusting to co-parenting with Bobby has taken some time for Katherine, who had previously raised her daughter Violet alone after becoming a single mother at 25.

The comedian had previously expressed her desire to have a fourth child ( 
Image:However, she has been keen to add to their growing brood. Opening up on her concerns, she told OK! Magazine last year: “I’m old. I used to think I was going to be the babies’ dad because I’m working but actually I’m like their grandmother.

“My back hurts, sometimes I give them treats. I’m like a fun grandma.”

Speaking about their fertility, Katherine added: “We’ve always gotten pregnant with the babies quite quickly. I’ve been pregnant five times in five years, but that also means I’ve had three miscarriages in five years and the likelihood of that increases as you get older.

“You have to find a balance between what you can personally stand and risks you’re willing to take.” Katherine has made it clear that surrogacy isn’t for her.

“It’s controversial to say but I wouldn’t want that labour – both literal and also the workload – to fall on another woman,” she said. “I think surrogacy is wonderful. It’s beautiful for people who are really eager to offer it and for couples who need it but for me, I think it would be exploitative.”

Katherine also spoke about how having children with Bobby has been different to when she was a single parent. “Now Bobby has come into the picture, the babies are here and everyone is well supported because we’re a family unit,” she explained.

“I think arguably it’s better for the children to have siblings and a dad at home, but Violet and I were really happy and I like to intensely love one thing or one person.”