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OnlyFans star Lily Phillips will star in the first episode of the sixth season of Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over – and some fans of the TV presenter have expressed their disappointment

The new season of Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over will feature Lily Phillips as one of the stars(Image: UKTV)

Stacey Dooley has been criticised by some fans after it was announced that Lily Phillips will be starring in the new season of her TV show.

The presenter’s show Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over, which sees her spend 72 hours in the company of a wide range of characters and families, is returning for a sixth season. It will air on U and U&W later this year, with 23-year-old OnlyFans star Lily – known for having sex with 100 men in a day – starring in the first episode.

As part of the series, Stacey will meet Lily in her London home to learn more about her career and what the content creator does. As news of the new season was announced this week, Stacey, 38, said: “I’m thrilled to be back for another series of Sleeps Over!

The OnlyFans star is known for her stunt of having sex with 100 men in a day(Image: Lily Phillips/Instagram)

Truly, it’s such a loved format and people always remind me of their fave moments when I’m out and about. We’ve got another 3 episodes that you’re gonna love! The themes we touch on feel incredibly timely. As always, a sincere thank you to those families who agree to open their doors. Strap in!”

U&W director of programming Adam Collings added: “Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over has become a U&W audience favourite, no doubt due to the array of families and their stories, but of course Stacey being at the heart and gaining unprecedented access to their homes. Her warmth and compassion allow for a safe judgement-free environment, giving viewers an open and honest conversation, which is what makes this series so special.”

After news of the upcoming season was shared on social media, many fans congratulated Stacey, but others expressed their disappointment at the fact that Lily will be starring in it. One wrote on Instagram: “Pretty grim giving that deviant airtime, not a single positive thing can come from the trainwreck of her life, screams if the worst click bait, expected better tbh.”

While some fans expressed their support for Stacey, others criticizing her for giving Lily a platform(Image: UKTV)

Another said: “Really disappointing, just don’t think Stacey Dooley should be promoting or giving this girl a platform. Lowest derivative entertainment, a real regression in content from you Stacey.” Someone else joked: “If she is sleeping over at Lilly Phillips’ gaff I strongly suggest she gets the sheets fumigated!”

However, some people were more supportive with one saying: “Omg wow this will be so interesting!!!!” Someone else added: “Can’t wait. Love these shows x.”

Another praised Stacey for giving Lily a platform to talk about herself, writing: “This is so exciting! I was so touched by the documentary that came out about her and have been wanting to hear more about her. Stacey is the perfect person for this I absolutely love the compassionate and thoughtful way she covers sex workers.”

The Mirror has contacted Stacey Dooley’s representative for comment.

Charlie Clements, who played Bradley Branning in EastEnders has undergone a dramatic transformation since departing the soap, and has now switched his career entirely

Charlie Clements has undergone a remarkable transformation, now sporting glasses and a beard, a stark contrast to his on-screen EastEnders persona. The actor who brought Bradley Branning to life started on the BBC One soap in 2006 before leaving in February 2010.

Charlie’s dramatic exit from EastEnders took place in its first-ever live episode, marking the show’s 25th anniversary, where his character fell to his death from the Queen Vic’s roof while being chased by the police. Bradley had pledged to protect his wife Stacey after she murdered her rapist Archie Mitchell, and the couple had devised a plan to flee together.

Charlie brought Bradley Branning to life on the BBC One soap in 2006(Image: BBC)

However, their getaway plan went disastrously wrong when Bradley attempted to scale The Vic to dodge the police. His hasty escape attempt ended in tragedy, leaving his wife a widow and sending shockwaves through Walford. The groundbreaking episode captivated nearly 20 million viewers.

Over a decade after his EastEnders days, Charlie decided to step away from acting, admitting that, like everyone else, he needs to “pay his bills”. In May 2024, he announced to his Instagram followers: “Aware that some may be less interested in my golf related activities! But for those who are go follow me at @charlieclementsgolf.”

Bradley fell, as Stacey was unmasked as Archie Mitchell’s killer(Image: PA)

His dedicated golf page showcases his new life as a greenkeeper, featuring photos of him honing his golf swing. In a recent post, the ex-soap star revealed: “In my career as an actor I’ve had some incredible opportunities and moments..

“But since starting out as a Greenkeeper a year ago, this is up there with the best of them… Touching the hallowed turf of Centre!”

Known as the unsung heroes of the golfing world, greenkeepers play a vital role in preserving the game’s manicured greens and fairways, overseeing tasks from smoothing out sand traps to grooming the plants that border the course

Charlie was recognised for his work during his time on EastEnders, scooping the Most Popular Newcomer award at the 2006 National Television Awards.

His dedicated golf page showcases his new life as a greenkeeper

Following his dramatic departure from EastEnders, Charlie continued to make his mark in the entertainment industry. He played Jake O’Reilly in Casualty and in 2017, he appeared in the documentary Elizabeth and Her Enemies, portraying the Earl of Essex.

Off-screen, Charlie married his long-term girlfriend, Rebecca Clatworthy, in 2018 and the pair have three children. In addition to his acting prowess, Charlie has a keen eye for photography, frequently sharing photos of landscapes and nature on his Instagram page.

In lockdown, Charlie worked in a restaurant, making sushi(Image: Charlie Clements/Instagram)

However, like many during the pandemic, Charlie faced the need to adapt. During the lockdowns, he temporarily put his acting career on hold to support his family. He worked in a restaurant during the initial lockdown and later at a garden centre during the second.

Speaking candidly on Loose Women, the actor explained: “Acting is my first love and career choice, but at the end of the day, I’m a jobbing actor. I’ve got bills to pay and a family to support like everyone else.”

Back in February, Charlie reflected on his EastEnders success and posed with his award

Back in February, Charlie reflected on his EastEnders success on Instagram, writing: “Reminded today that ‘I died’ 15 years ago today which makes that little thing even older.!!! As EE turns 40 I remind myself how fortunate I was to work on such an institution at such a young age and will be forever thankful to those to who made it possible.”

He concluded: “Happy birthday EE, I am immensely proud to have been a small part of you.”

Former EastEnders star Joe Swash has opened up on family life with wife Stacey Solomon and their six children as he admits one part of their marriage is ‘bizarre’

Joe Swash has opened up on family life with wife Stacey Solomon and their six children

Joe Swash is savouring family life with his and his wife Stacey Solomon ’s six children, and says he has one goal – to look back on these years and feel proud. The couple live in a house they’ve called Pickle Cottage in Essex and have children Rex, six, Rose, three, and Belle, two, together.

They also have Joe’s son Harry, 17, and Stacey’s sons Zachary, 17, and Leighton, 13. In this exclusive chat with OK!, the former I’m A Celeb winner, 43, opens up about how losing his own dad at the age of 12 influenced the type of parent he’s become and, as the summer holiday approaches, why he “hungers” to create happy family experiences.

Joe will be spending the summer holidays with his children and Stacey(Image: instagram/ @staceysolomon)

Hi Joe! Summer holidays are coming – have you got the usual parental excitement and anxiety? Yeah, definitely! We get so excited because we spend so much of the year with the kids going to school, the clubs, me and Stacey working, so we always take a chunk of time off for the summer holidays. It’s our way of reconnecting as a family. Those holidays are really important to us. Do you try hard to coordinate your calendars to make sure you’re both off work? We do because what’s the point in working all year if you can’t get a chunk of time off together? We know once the summer’s gone they’re back to school, another school year older, so we want to make the most of it. Do you have happy memories of your own childhood holidays? We didn’t know how short our time was going to be with our dad, so those are really happy memories. We would get a caravan, hook it up to the car and drive it to a campsite in the South of France for four weeks.

It’s the sort of thing that Stacey and I are trying to provide for our kids. It’s what I hunger for and look back on with really fond memories.

He spoke about his own childhood(Image: BBC/Firecracker Films)

How do you navigate having kids of different ages and keeping everybody happy? The most important thing is making time for them, and their own hobbies and interests. We’re at a point now where Rex loves his tennis, and Rose and Belle are into their dancing, and Zachary loves his cars – so they’re all very different. We try to make sure they know that me and their mum know about their interests and no one is ever overlooked.

Then when they get time together – the older ones and the younger ones – they love it. It’s amazing to see them all having fun, playing in the pool or whatever. We have moments where we’re just like, “Wow, look at this!” It’s amazing. Are you at a point yet where you feel proud of the dad you’ve become? I don’t think so actually. I’m very much still in the midst of the kids growing up and they’ve all got different needs and are at different stages. I’m maybe too much in the moment to step back and think, “Oh, that was good.” I think in a couple of years’ time, once the kids have all sort of found themselves, found their feet a bit more and established themselves a bit more, I’ll be able to look back and think, “Yeah, that was good.”

I’m learning all the time as a parent too and I don’t think there’s a real right or wrong way to do it. So maybe that’s one for the future because I would love to look back at this time and feel proud.

Joe admitted he is yet to feel proud of the dad he is(Image: OK!/Lee Malone)

Do any of your kids take after you or Stacey? Are any of them destined for a life on television? Rose and Belle love their singing and dancing, and they go to classes with their cousins. They sort of come as a package and bounce off each other. Rose is very dramatic and loves acting. She’ll get on her pretend phone and have a 35-minute conversation with nobody – it’s lovely to see.

Rex is slightly more reserved but he loves his tennis and his piano lessons, and he’s a brilliant singer. They’ve all got their little talents that they might get from me and Stacey but, honestly, we always say they’ll find their own feet and we’d never push them in one direction. You’ve teamed up with Jammie Dodgers and Nerf for a Super Soaker campaign – Pickle Cottage’s garden seems the perfect place for a water fight! Absolutely, and I’m always encouraging the kids to play in the garden, especially in the summer when the weather’s hot. I’m very happy for them to get out there and soak each other with the Super Soakers. They have actually tried them already and came in very wet, so it’s been great fun to be part of.

Joe has been having water fights with the kids

Have you taken on Stacey in a Super Soaker water blaster fight yet? Who would win that battle? Oh, 100% me – I would be all over Stacey! She can’t do anything quietly so I’d hear her rustling through the forest or falling through a bush. I would definitely get her first. What do you make of the public interest in your family? You’re all stars! To be honest, I think me and Stacey find it quite bizarre. We don’t really flirt with the showbiz world – we very rarely go to openings and stuff. When me and Stacey are at work, we’re at work – then when we’re at home we just shut the door like any other family.

My dad was a London taxi driver and he’d come home for the evening and he’d shut the door and he wasn’t a London taxi driver any more, he was just my dad. It’s the same for me and Stacey and, although we both love what we do and feel so privileged to do it, when we come home our jobs are irrelevant. Your new Channel 4 show, Meal Deals: Behind The Bargain, is an interesting topic… Well, anything to do with consumers interests me. I knew the meal deal had been around a long time and it’s a part of British culture. Did you know there are 20 million different types of meal deals out there? We didn’t! You must have banked a lot of random facts from some of the shows you’ve done… Yeah, I do like to learn. I didn’t really like learning as a kid in school – I didn’t really have the capabilities for it because of my dyslexia and stuff, so I just had to get through school. So now, yes, I suppose I do like things that pique my interest, like the meal deal journey.

The actor has had a successful TV career since EastEnders(Image: Brian Cassey/REX/Shutterstock)

Are you a five-year plan type of person or do you have a go-with-the-flow attitude? I think Stacey is the planner – she does the manifesting. I do watch and take on board how she approaches things but I’m a bit more easy breezy. I’d love to say I have a five-year plan but I sometimes think if I have one and say it, I’m going to jinx it. I love cooking, I love working with the public and doing consumer stuff, so I feel like I’m on the path I want to be on at the moment. Do you find it hard saying no to jobs you’re offered? That’s the scary thing with our jobs – you never know how long you’re going to be working or how long someone’s going to be flavour of the month. It’s really unnatural to say no to stuff because you just don’t know what’s around the corner. But, at the same time, that’s one of the most exciting things about my job, that I just don’t know. I think that’s one of the things I actually love. I could be here today and somewhere completely different tomorrow.

Joe has joined forces with Jammie Dodgers and Nerf to launch a limited-edition Super Soaker available to win on Jammie Dodgers’ Instagram @jammiedodgersofficial. Or see jammiedodgers.co.uk/win

James Martin bid his Saturday Morning viewers a fond farewell as the show is being taken off the air for the summer – and he did not explain exactly when the show will be back

James Martin hinted he will be vacationing in the UK while his show is on hiatus(Image: ITV)

James Martin has revealed he is shunning exotic holidays and choosing to relax in the UK as his Saturday Morning TV show is paused for the summer. The 52-year-old TV chef took to the air for a final time this weekend ahead of an extended break.

The star has been hosting ITV’s James Martin’s Saturday Morning since 2017 – but fans will have to go for several weeks without seeing him on screens. On Saturday, the host explained that his show is being put on ice for the summer.

He did not give an explicit time or date that the long-running series would return – but did shed light on what he would be doing in the interim. After thanking his guests and co-stars, he engaged in some banter with his crew.

When the episode came to an end, James announced: “That is also for the series. Me and the crew are heading off on sunny holidays. Different climates.” Turning to his team, he asked: “Where are you going?”

A crew member could be heard replying that they would be going to Portugal – leading James to reveal he was looking forward to a staycation rather than jetting off to the sun.

He revealed: “Yorkshire for me.” Saturday’s episode brought to a close the current season of the show – which was forced to be shorter than usual due to a conflicting event.

He told fans: “Because of the Derby on ITV1 this afternoon, it is a shorter episode than usual today. But we still have time for one more dish.”

When the episode ended, he made sure to explain that he was grateful to his guests, crew and viewers for making his show a continued success. He said: “That’s all we have got time for today, a massive thank you to all of my guests.”

He continued: “To my food team, you can sleep better now. Daniel and Sally, and of course, Harry Redknapp and Carly Paoli.”

James later teased when his show would be back on the air – but did not commit to an exact date. He said: “We will be back here with more top chefs, other brilliant guests, and more delicious recipes later on in the year.”

And signing off, he told viewers: “Until then, thanks for watching. Have a wonderful, fantastic summer. I’ll see you out there wherever you are. Thanks for watching, see you again soon, goodbye for now.”

ITV has been making headlines in recent weeks over the brutal changes they have been making behind-the-scenes, reportedly leading to staff redundancies and even reports Lorraine Kelly is considering quitting the network after her number of shows per year was cut in half and her time slot hugely reduced.

ITV revealed last month: “From January 2026, Good Morning Britain will be extended by 30 minutes to run from 6am to 9.30am daily, and will transfer to be produced by ITV News at ITN at their base at Gray’s Inn Road in London. GMB will be made by a dedicated team within ITV News at ITN.

“This change will see ITV bring all its national news gathering into one hub, with Good Morning Britain benefitting from the journalistic and production resources already in place for national news bulletins, for the website and for digital platforms including ITVX.”

It was added: “Lorraine, This Morning and Loose Women will continue to be produced by ITV Studios and will be broadcast from a new location in central London.” Drastic changes have not yet been made for weekend scheduling.

Following his success on Strictly Come Dancing in 2023, Bobby Brazier received new opportunities and has decided now is the right time to leave EastEnders

Bobby Brazier is set to depart from EastEnders after a four-year stint. The 22-year-old actor and model, known for his role as Freddie Slater, has attracted numerous offers following his runner-up finish on Strictly Come Dancing in 2023. His exit from Albert Square is scheduled for later this year.

An EastEnders spokesperson confirmed, “We can confirm that Bobby Brazier will be leaving EastEnders, and we wish him all the best for the future.”

According to a source close to the show: “Bosses recently met with Bobby to discuss a potential storyline, but Bobby felt this was the right moment to explore new ventures beyond the series.

“The timing aligned perfectly for both parties. Although his final scenes are some time away, the character has enjoyed a strong run, and now is the time for Bobby to pursue fresh opportunities while EastEnders bids farewell to Freddie Slater,” they told The Sun.

Bobby plays Freddie Slater on the BBC soap ( 
Image:
BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)

Bobby’s exit from EastEnders coincides with a wave of bold casting choices by new executive producer Ben Wadey, who is bringing back fan favourites like Michelle Ryan (Zoe Slater), Jake Wood (Max Branning), and Max Bowden (Ben Mitchell). Meanwhile, Lacey Turner is stepping away from her role as Stacey Slater for a break.

Since joining the soap as Freddie Slater in 2022, Bobby has gone on to win a National Television Award for Rising Star and even appeared in the Paramount+ drama Curfew while continuing his work on EastEnders.

Clearly thriving in his craft, Bobby recently shared: “I love my job. I love being on EastEnders and I love modelling. But I’ll probably take a break at some point. Just travel, get inspired, meet new people.”

Bobby joined EastEnders in 2022 ( 
Image:
BBC)
Reflecting on his journey, the once-reserved 22-year-old admitted that fame hasn’t always sat comfortably with him – especially during his Strictly Come Dancing run, where he initially “wanted to get voted off.”

Bobby connects his discomfort in the spotlight to the loss of his mother, Jade Goody, when he was just five years old. “I don’t want to be famous. Maybe I did when I was younger. Now I just want to act,” he said.

Freddie’s early storyline saw him mistakenly believe Billy Mitchell was his dad, confronting him swiftly and emotionally – a debut that showed how Brazier can “blow us away” with raw emotion.

He then embarked on a heartfelt journey with ADHD representation. One scene of Freddie revisiting past school trauma by confronting an old teacher received acclaim. Fans praised the depth of his emotional portrayal, showing how the character’s grief and anger were believable both on and off-screen.

Bobby is set to leave the soap after four years ( 
Image:
BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)In a powerful 2023 arc, Freddie defended Stacey Slater from a violent assault attempt by Theo Hawthorne. He attacked Theo with an iron – echoing Little Mo’s past – delivering a performance that had audiences in tears and earned widespread praise.

Most recently, Freddie uncovered the traumatic truth that his biological father is Graham Foster – his mother’s assailant. The plot reveals Freddie’s emotional turmoil and determination as he seeks out Graham at a car dealership.

In emotional scenes that followed, he decided firmly to cut ties with Graham, leaving many viewers deeply moved.

Those who pay the fee will be banned from taking their own selfies, asking for autographs or even giving gifts to Sir David

Speaking about the offer, one disgruntled fan said: ‘Lets just say, I wouldn’t describe it as lovely jubbly’

Only Fools and Horses fans are being asked to pay up to £550 to spend “a moment” with Sir David Jason.

The Del Boy star, 85, will pose for a picture as part of the deal at a two-day convention at a hotel in Milton Keynes this October. But unlike his wide-boy character, fans will be unable to avoid VAT, as the venue is cashless, and there will be no money back and no guarantee for ticket holders if they suddenly can’t make it.

Those who do turn up will be banned from taking their own selfies, asking for autographs or even giving gifts to Sir David. A disgruntled fan last night said: “Lets just say, I wouldn’t describe it as lovely jubbly.”

Sir David’s character Del Boy remains much-loved by fans decades after the first episode (Image: Comic Relief via Getty Images)

Details of the money-spinner emerged after Sir David griped last year how he was “slightly upset” at being best known for playing Derek Trotter. The offer comes 12 months after the Mirror reported how organisers of last year’s convention were charging at least £325 for tickets to meet the star.

A cheaper bronze package for this year’s event is available for £100-a-person, which will not include the chance to meet Sir David. Buyers will be able to watch an on stage talk with the star and director Tony Dow and are promised an “opportunity to meet other star guest actors” from the show.

But if they want to get their autographs, further charges will apply. A silver package is being sold at £350, which will allow fans the chance to get one 8×6 picture, described as “FREE”, with Sir David.

Sir David posed with fans at a previous Only Fools and Horses convention(Image: Ghelani Studios Event Photograph / SWNS)

The £450 gold package offers the same perks, plus “Ltd Edt Convention Montage personally signed by Sir David Jason (before the Convention and given to you upon arrival at Registration)”, “central seating location in the ballroom” and being “amongst the first tables called up to meet David Jason”

Those who buy the £550 platinum ticket are further promised “VIP Seating – front row table with unobstructed view!” and “1 x FREE ticket to the Saturday Night Karaoke (includes evening meal)”. Fans that do get to meet Sir David will do so in a mock-up of Del Boy’s flat inside Mandela House.

The website says: “Eligible ticket holders will finally have their ‘Moment with Sir David Jason’, posing for a photograph in the Trotter Flat, as well as all attendees having the chance to meet the other guest actors and add their autograph to your collection!

The TV legend appeared on stage at last weekend’s British Soap Awards (Image: ITV/Shutterstock)

“We kindly request no gifts are to be given to Sir David Jason as this will take up all of the allocated time for your photo.

“Due to time constraints, Sir David will not be signing any items across the Convention weekend. We kindly ask you do not bring anything to attempt Sir David to sign as it will not be permitted. We will have staff on call to ensure this in fairness to everyone.”

“There will be NO ‘Selfies’ at the event with Sir David Jason. Selfies are left to the discretion of the other guest actors, although most are very happy to pose for a photograph if asked politely.

Only Fools and Horses, which also starred Nicholas Lyndhurst and Buster Merryfield, remains one of the country’s most revered comedy programmes

“We do not charge for a ‘selfie’! Crew Members will be sat with each actor and happy to assist with the taking of your photo. If your ticket(s) do not include a signed photo / mount, ticket holders are able to purchase a signed Convention Photo / Mount subject to availability across the weekend.

“There are no in person autograph opportunities across the weekend with Sir David Jason. The convention’s website adds: “We are delighted to return with the Karaoke on the Saturday Night. It will commence around 7pm and finish by 12pm (midnight).

“Purchasing a Karaoke ticket includes entry to the karaoke and an evening meal (hot buffet selection chosen by the venue). You must ensure that you are attending the Convention on either day to be able to attend the Karaoke.

“NO SELFIES / AUTOGRAPHS will be signed by any actors who attend the Karaoke – please allow them to enjoy their evening. Other guest actors in attendance WILL be signing any items of your choice including Props and Van Doors.”

Paddy McGuinness revealed his surprising celebrity crush when appearing alongside Vernon Kay on Gogglebox – but Vernon’s confession led to him having a change of heart

Paddy McGuinness told Vernon Kay his celebrity crush(Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images for Just Eat)

Paddy McGuinness has revealed his unexpected celebrity crush. The funnyman and former Top Gear host, 51, made the shock confession during an episode of Celebrity Gogglebox.

Paddy was appearing on the popular Channel 4 reality TV show alongside pal Vernon Kay. The pair were watching an episode of Celebrity Bridge when Countdown star Rachel Riley appeared on the screen.

It was then that Paddy confessed to the maths whizz being the crush “he wasn’t supposed to have”. He blurted out: “There’s something about Rachel Riley. I don’t know what it is. You know when you have like a celebrity crush that you’re not supposed to have.”

Paddy admitted he had a crush on Rachel Riley(Image: Alan Chapman/Dave Benett/Getty I)

And Vernon pointed out one detail that he thought would turn Paddy off the blonde haired star. “She’s a United fan,” the radio host told his mate.

“Oh I’ve gone right off her!” a shocked Paddy responded. His confession came as it was claimed his ex-wife Christine McGuinness had exchanged flirty texts with Dan Osborne.

The conversations weren’t said to be romantic, but it was reported the duo comforted each other as they dealt with their marriage troubles.

Christine and Paddy split in 2022 after 11 years of marriage. They continued to live together to co-parent their three children.

Dan, meanwhile, recently went on a make-or-break holiday with wife Jacqueline Jossa. The couple who tied the knot in 2017 announced they were splitting in March after months of speculation. Despite their joint statement they appeared to be willing to give things another go.

Christine and Paddy were married for 11 years(Image: Getty Images)

It’s thought Christine and Dan’s exchange came as they found solace in each other’s situation and formed a stronger bond. They had first met in 2019 and are said to have sporadically stayed in touch in the years that followed.

A source told the Sun earlier this week: “They stayed in touch sporadically and would bump into each other at events and their messages got pretty flirty. Some were seen by mutual friends.

“She would call him ‘D’ in texts and it became an open secret among their circles. There is no suggestion anything sexual happened, but it’s fair to say there was a spark between them.”

The insider insisted: “She is absolutely adamant nothing sexual happened between them. She also was 100 per cent single at the time and could chat to anyone she wanted.”

Former TOWIE star Dan, 33, was also adamant there was no romantic connection between the pair. A pal of the reality star told the publication: “Dan is devoted to Jacqueline and would hate for any suggestion of impropriety. Of course, it’s possible for a man and woman to be mates.”

With Brooklyn Beckham and his wife Nicola Peltz continuing to distance themselves from the close-knit family, cryptic social media posts have cemented concerns of a feud

Victoria Beckham looks solemn in new video amid ongoing feud with son Brooklyn and wife Nicola

Singer-turned-designer Victoria Beckham has put on a brave face in her latest Instagram video, but the mother-of-four looks like she’s carrying the weight of the world on her shoulders amid her estrangement from son Brooklyn. Victoria, 51, has shared a clip of herself applying make up to promote her Victoria Beckham Beauty range.

The Spice Girls star could be seen with a white towel wrapped around her hair, wearing a personalised silky robe while she talked into the camera. With dewy skin and her usual perfect make up, she described her new summer look to her 32.9 million followers, giving a tutorial on how to use her Satin Kajal Liner in Terracotta.

Fashion icon Victoria admitted she “spent a lot of time obsessing” over the colours in her make up range, telling fans about how different her products are to other things on the market. But she seemed more downbeat than usual in the clip, with her concern over her son’s relationship with his family likely to be laying heavy on her.

The family’s fall-out with eldest son Brooklyn, 26, and his wife Nicola Peltz, 30, has caused speculation among fans that a feud has emerged. Various cryptic videos have been posted on both sides of the rift, while Brooklyn completely missed out on his dad David’s 50th birthday celebrations – making him the only member of the family not to attend.

Victoria got back to business with her latest video

A recent interview with Glamour’s German magazine saw Brooklyn and Nicola open up on their relationship and the pressures fame has put on them. When asked about how he protects his relationship in the spotlight, Brooklyn said: “Ignore the noise. Keep your head down, work hard, be kind. People are always going to talk. What matters is that we’re happy together.”

Nicola added: “It’s not always easy. On TikTok there are always random stories popping up about us. When I see fake news, my instinct is to shut it down. But it’s not worth it. I just scroll past and move on.”

Nicola, who is the daughter of American billionaire businessman Nelson Peltz and former model Claudia Heffner Peltz, married Brooklyn, Victoria and David Beckham’s eldest son, in 2022. The interview seemed to show Nicola and Brooklyn distancing themselves from his close-knit family.

Cruz posted a sweet photo, reminding Brooklyn he is always part of the Beckham family

When a customer asked about his Cloud23 hot sauce brand’s name, a member of his team explained: “The 23 included in our brand is a warm nod to Brooklyn’s father, David Beckham, who wore number 23 while playing for Real Madrid and LA Galaxy, inspired by NBA legend Michael Jordan.”

But in Brooklyn’s interview in April with Glamour, he offered up a new meaning: “The 23 stands for our engagement date and my age back then.” Fresh images of Brooklyn also show that his tribute to Victoria, a tattoo reading: “Mama’s boy,” has been covered up.

Brooklyn stood firm in the feud, stating he would “always choose” his wife Nicola

In an Instagram video shared in May, Brooklyn appeared to clearly pledge allegiance to Nicola. Showing him take his wife for an early morning motorbike ride, he wrote: “My whole world x I will love you forever x I always choose you baby x you’re the most amazing person i know xx me and you forever baby.”

Less than a day after Brooklyn’s pointed statement, his brother Cruz Beckham, 20 shared what seemed to be a response. He posted a clip of one of his mum Victoria’s songs from her solo self-titled album, Every Part Of Me, writing simply: “Listen.”

The lyrics read: “I think you should know that people gonna come and go. Be assured of this one thing, I will still remain. I know that there will come a day when you have to go away. But you have no reason to fear, I promise I’ll be here if someone ever breaks your heart.

“And you feel your world is torn apart. My love for you will bring you through hard times. I’ll help you be strong.” The song poignantly ends: “I’ll always love you so… You’ll always be my baby.”

During a royal outing to a primary school in Scotland, the Princess of Wales charmed the children in an honest yet unexpected response to a child asking who she was

Princess Kate’s trip to Scotland ended with a very cheeky question from a school child(Image: PA)

When mingling with the public during royal outings and engagements, Princess Kate is often probed with questions about the reality of royal life.

While most people who come in contact with Kate are over the moon to meet the senior royal, some spectators have been dumbfounded over all the fuss. One such instance came in 2023 during a trip alongside Prince William to a primary school in Scotland. The Prince and Princess of Wales visited Burghead Primary School in Moray, where the royal couple toured the school, met with excited students, and Kate even volunteered to time a bike race between two pupils.

Kate in Moray in 2023(Image: PA)

During their meeting with the kids, Catherine gave one student a high-five and commented: “I really like your school,” before one cheeky child asked the future Queen: “Who are you?”

In a humble and charming response, Kate pointed to her husband and responded: “I’m married to William,” choosing to omit her plethora of royal titles from the school-aged children. Kate’s identity was later called into question by another child at the school, who asked her casually: “Are you a Prince?”

Shaking her head as she clarified, Kate said humbly: “I’m not a Prince. I’m the Duchess of Cambridge. Lots of people call me Catherine.”

When another little girl shouted out: “She’s a Princess!” Kate sweetly asked her, “Are you? Are you a Princess?” When the girl shook her head, Kate replied: “Aww, you look like one in your beautiful pink coat.”

Kate introduced herself to the school kids by saying she is “married to William”(Image: Getty Images)

Later in the day, William became the subject of another sassy child who asked him how old he was, and when the prince asked what age the pupils think he is, he acted shocked when they replied 57, and said: “I’m not that old.”

Kate is no stranger to cases of mistaken identity while on royal outings, as she encountered another hilarious conversation with a home care resident in 2020.

The Prince and Princess of Wales joined together for an outing to the home care facility in Cardiff in 2020 to meet with residents they had previously spoken to on Zoom during the early days of the pandemic.

The royal couple spoke with 87-year-old Joan Drew-Smith, who was quick to question their bingo skills, after they had taken part in a game online with the residents.

During a trip to Cardiff in 2020, Kate was mistaken for William’s assistant (Image: PA)

William quipped to Joan: “You may not recognise us, but we played bingo with you and you won. But you said we didn’t do a very good job?” Joan cheekily responded: “No, you did a s*** job,” to which William responded with a laugh: “Excellent!”

Joan then turned her attention to Kate, who was sitting next to William wearing a mask, as she asked: “Is this your assistant?” Kate laughed and replied: “Well, I’m his assistant! I have been for a long time!”

Following the resident’s sassy outspokenness, William told the staff he “adored Joan”, saying after the visit: “She’s brilliant.” Despite her now global fame, there was a time before her marriage to William in 2011 that no one recognised the Princess of Wales.

According to royal butler Grant Harrold, Kate was left “standing alone” at King Charles ’ 60th birthday in 2008, with no one attempting to engage with her.

He told MyLondon: “I went over and chatted to her while we waited for Will to come in and it was quite sweet. But now – could you imagine Kate in the middle of a room and no one speaking to her? It just wouldn’t happen, she’d be mobbed.”

A tense clear the air meeting between Meghan and Kate was revealed by Prince Harry in Spare – and experts have explained how it changed the course of the monarchy

A clear-the-air meeting between Waleses and the Sussexes “ripped the monarchy to pieces”, a royal expert has claimed. Back in June 2018, the Prince and Princess of Wales met with the Duke and Duchess of Sussex as tension had brewed between the couples after Harry and Meghan’s wedding. It came after, as Harry recounted in his memoir Spare, his new wife seemingly being at loggerheads with his sister-in-law in the early days of their romance.

He says the two women had a row over bridesmaid dresses in the lead-up to his wedding that left Meghan in tears and that Kate “grimaced” when the duchess borrowed her lipgloss. Both couples decided to have a clear-the-air chat shortly after the Sussexes’ honeymoon.

The two women at Wimbledon

However, things got so tense that Kate’s fingers supposedly went white. Harry describes the moment in his memoir after he and Meghan were invited over to see William and Kate for tea at their Kensington Palace apartment. He recalls how both couples aired their grievances including Kate, who asked for an apology from Meghan as she gripped a leather sofa so tightly her “fingers were white”.

According to Spare, Kate wanted Meghan to say sorry for making a remark about her hormones and having “baby brain” while she was pregnant. The book then recounts how Meghan apologised and explained that is how she speaks to her friends.

But the encounter took a turn when Harry claims William “pointed a finger at Meg”, then allegedly blasted: “Well, it’s rude, Meghan. These things are not done here.” To which he says Meghan responded: “If you don’t mind, keep your finger out of my face.”

Now in a new Channel 5 documentary, ‘Meghan vs Kate: The Meeting That Changed the Monarchy’, royal experts believe this meeting was a turning point for the Sussexes as set the wheels in motion for Harry and Meghan to dramatically quit their royal roles.

Prince William and Prince Harry with their wives Meghan and Kate(Image: POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

According to the Daily Mail’s Richard Kay, this was the meeting that saw “the seed of Megxit sewn” while fellow expert Sarah Hewson said: “Had that meeting been a success, had they been able to put their differences aside, things would have been very different indeed.”

And chief royal correspondent from Newsweek, Jack Royston said: “If only they’d listened. If Meghan had listened what was being said to her, she could have changed way back in 2018. And even if they had still quit the monarchy, they could have saved themselves so much pain and so much conflict.

“What happened in that room back in June 2018 was the defining element of the relationship between the two couples that ripped the monarchy to pieces.”

While respected royal author Valentine Low added: “They had pathetic little differences that should have been sorted out in two minutes. But it helped fuel the flames.”

Harry’s observation in Spare comes after Meghan took aim at Kate during her and Harry’s Netflix docuseries. As she recalled their first meeting she said she was “surprised” by the behind-the-scenes formality of members of the royal family.

Speaking in episode two of the six-part Harry & Meghan docuseries, she said: “When Will and Kate came over, and I met her for the first time, they came over for dinner, I remember I was in ripped jeans and I was barefoot. I was a hugger. I’ve always been a hugger, I didn’t realise that that is really jarring for a lot of Brits.

“I guess I started to understand very quickly that the formality on the outside carried through on the inside. There is a forward-facing way of being, and then you close the door and go ‘You can relax now’, but that formality carries over on both sides. And that was surprising to me.”