A MOTHER LEFT OUTSIDE… Adɑm Peɑty’s mum hɑs been seen for the first time since her son’s wedding — looking visibly heɑrtbroken

Adam Peaty’s ‘distraught’ mother Caroline has been spotted the day after her son got married to his wife Holly Ramsay without her in attendance.

The mother of the Olympic swimmer was uninvited from the wedding which kick started a huge family feud, but reportedly planned to ‘crash’ the event anyway.

After deciding against attending the ceremony uninvited, Caroline was seen leaving her family home in Staffordshire to visit her own mother Mavis on Sunday.

Caroline revealed to the Daily Mail that she has been left heartbroken over missing her son’s wedding, telling us the couple have ‘no idea how much they’ve hurt her’.

Caroline looked downcast as she left the property wrapped in a cream coat and scarf, hours after her husband Mark was also seen out and about.

Mark, who was pictured walking their dog near their home, wrapped up in an eye catching orange coat and winter hat as he stepped out.

The sighting came after it was revealed he was invited to the wedding at Bath Abbey, but was told he would have to sit in the back row.

More than 200 friends and family members gathered to see Adam, 31, and the daughter of Gordon Ramsay, 25, tie the knot this weekend.

Adam Peaty’s ‘distraught’ mother Caroline has been spotted the day after her son got married to his wife Holly Ramsay without her in attendance

More than 200 friends and family members gathered to see Adam, 31, and Holly Ramsay, 25, tie the knot this weekend (pictured)

Mark, who was seen walking the dog near their home, wrapped up in an eye catching orange coat and winter hat as he stepped out on Sunday, the day after the wedding

But the run-up to the wedding has been anything but plain sailing, sparking a toxic family row that captured the nation and left Peaty’s family disinvited to the nuptials.

Despite the feud, the gold medallist’s sister, Bethany Peaty, was among Holly’s bridesmaids, which also included her mother, Tana Ramsay, 51, and her sisters, Tilly, 24 and Megan, 27.

New information today has claimed that Adam’s dad was in fact invited to the special day.

A family source told The Sun on Sunday: ‘Frankly, it’s disgusting that it went ahead without Adam reaching out to his mum and dad beforehand.’

The insider continued: ‘It was a difficult day for Caroline and Mark, so the family spent the evening together. Caroline got upset as soon as she saw the photographs from the wedding.

‘For him to turn around and tell Beth that his dad could come and sit at the back of the church is awful. Mark was told he could sit behind plus-ones — who Adam has probably never even seen or spoken to.’

Meanwhile Adam’s mum Caroline said she is trying to stay upbeat and positive but, in truth, her heart is breaking.

She does her best to hold them in but tears inevitably fall as she talks exclusively to the Daily Mail: ‘I don’t think they understand how much they have hurt me; it’s as if they have cut my heart out,’ she says.

Caroline looked downcast as she left the property wrapped in a cream coat and scarf on Sunday, hours after her husband Mark was also seen out and about

Caroline revealed to the Daily Mail that she has been left heartbroken over missing her son’s wedding, telling us the couple have ‘no idea much they’ve hurt her’

Mark wrapped up in an eye catching orange coat as he stepped out after it was revealed he was invited to the wedding at Bath Abbey, but was told he would have to sit in the back row

A source said: ‘Mark was told he could sit behind plus-ones — who Adam has probably never even seen or spoken to’

‘This is the first Christmas that I’ve not had my family together – my family is broken.

‘Yes, I have my other grandchildren. Yes, I have my other children, but my family is split because of the goings on … because of the wedding.’

The outings come as Adam’s estranged brother James shared a pointed message with a ‘dark hidden meaning’ to his sibling after being uninvited to his wedding.

After being kicked off the invite list, James posted an old photograph with their mother Caroline Peaty standing outside of the wedding venue.

The poignant photo was deleted just 15 minutes after it was shared on his Instagram Story, perhaps signalling regret at how bitter the feud has become.

It won’t be lost on those who have followed the fallout the choice of location in the image, where Adam and Holly married just hours before the snap was posted.

The photo – taken on a different occasion – shows mother and son stood alone and dressed in what could be wedding finery in a symbolic move.

Notably, James – who was arrested for allegedly sending threatening messages to the athlete during his stag do – used a telling song alongside the image.

Adam’s estranged brother James has shared a pointed message with a ‘dark hidden meaning’ to his sibling after being uninvited to his wedding

The Olympic swimmer, 31, married Holly Ramsay, 25, in a ceremony at Bath Abbey on Saturday, but the majority of the groom’s family were not in attendance

According to new reports, Adam’s father Mark was the only person asked to attend their big day, however he was told he’d have to sit at the back ‘behind the plus ones’ (pictured Mark Peaty, Caroline Peaty and Adam)

James’s song of choice was a remix of ‘Speak Softly, Love’, which appears several times in the iconic Mafia film, The Godfather.

The first of the trilogy was released in 1972 and tells the story of the son of a Mafia boss Michael Corleone [Al Pacino] meeting ‘outsider’ Kay Adams [Diane Keaton].

Seemingly in this case, James is comparing The Corleones to the Ramsays, who are the more powerful family – while his brother Adam is ‘the outsider’.

The relationship deteriorates as Michael embraces his role as the Mafia boss, culminating in the last scene where the door shuts on Kay, symbolising her exclusion.

The now-deleted post of James and his mother was the only photo shared to his Instagram page, which has since been completely wiped of any images.

Adam and Holly have been at the centre of a bitter feud with his family, who were all uninvited from the nuptials, aside from his sister Beth.

Most his family stayed at home 150 miles away while the couple tied the knot in front of their guests in Somerset.

After being kicked off the invite list, James posted an old photograph on the day with their mother Caroline Peaty standing outside of the wedding venue (stock image Bath Abbey)

James Peaty, pictured second left alongside his brothers and parents, was questioned by police for two days before being released on conditional bail

In lieu of his parents or brothers, Adam’s swimming coach Melanie Marshall delivered a reading during the wedding breakfast.

In stark contrast, Holly’s parents were integral to the day with her famous father Gordon walking her down the aisle and her mother Tana giving a reading.

There was no sign of strife as the newlyweds beamed and made their grand exit from the historic 7th-century building following their ceremony.

They smiled as they made their way through an adoring crowd, keen to catch the loved-up couple, before they headed to the opulent Georgian manor, Kin House.

Meanwhile, Holly’s proud father, 59, was seen thanking members of the star-studded guest list, including the Beckhams, as they left the service.

But the run-up to the wedding has been anything but plain sailing, sparking a toxic family row that captured the nation and left Peaty’s family disinvited to the celebrations.

Adam’s other family members fuelled further speculation of a rift by flying a Union Jack flag upside down in Staffordshire.

The inverted flag – an internationally recognised symbol of distress – has been interpreted by some as a subtle dig aimed at Adam and his bride.

Adam and Holly pictured together after their ceremony

In what was seen by some as a display of defiance against her family, Bethany linked arms with Holly’s eldest sister as they entered the abbey carrying white arum lilies

Holly swept into her wedding in Bath Abbey on the arm of her celebrity chef father Gordon

David and Victoria arrive for Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty’s wedding. Victoria wore one of her own frocks, a stylish £1,290 teal number

However, is not known whether it was a deliberate snub or a simple mistake made by the patriotic family.

Caroline had reportedly planned to crash the wedding but has since decided against it explaining ‘it would be too sad’ and she doesn’t ‘want to spoil his big day’.

Her change of heart came after she’d previously insisted: ‘I will be there, and I will watch from the street.’

However, her husband Mark dissuaded her from crashing the wedding, telling her it would be ‘too upsetting’ to be there.

Instead, the Peatys remained at their home in Uttoxeter – the same home from which Caroline used to ferry her son to and from his countless training sessions and competitions, all those years ago.

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Holly Ramsay looked radiant in her billowing ivory gown… but as the wedding party was buffeted by the freezing wind, an even icier text was winging its way to Adam Peaty

Six weeks ago, Caroline revealed her hurt and bewilderment in the wake of an extraordinary family bust-up that had exploded into the public arena after Holly’s very glossy hen-do, to which she was not invited.

Photographs of the glamorous gathering, posted on Instagram, notably included the bride-to-be, her family and friends, Victoria Beckham, Adam’s sister Bethany, but not Caroline.

She was at home, looking after Adam’s son, George, five, from his previous relationship with Eirianedd Munro.

The move kick started a row between the families, and Adam’s brother James was even arrested over allegations he sent threats to the sportsman during his stag.

James was questioned by police for two days before being released on conditional bail after allegations he sent Adam a barrage of verbal threats while he was celebrating his stag weekend in the Hungarian capital of Budapest.

It was revealed at the time that Caroline was uninvited from attending his wedding as a result of a fallout and was branded a ‘narcissist’ by his own family over his actions.

But since then a source close to the Ramsays pointed to ‘wider problems’ in the Peaty family which they say lie at the heart of the fallout – and that they are serious.

The insider explained that there were ‘horrible’ threats of violence against Holly, and Adam and that police have been involved.

A family source told the Daily Mail: ‘The boys have always been close, and Jamie, who is a builder, even helped Adam renovate his house.

‘They’ve always got on, but Adam has changed with his new celebrity lifestyle and family.

‘Now James has a potential charge hanging over his head and his parents have the headache of being disinvited and banned from their son’s wedding.

‘This is so hurtful and distressing for our family.’

Adam was reportedly granted a huge police escort at Manchester airport after flying back home from his stag do.

Among the star-studded guest list which includes 200 attendees, was Sir David, 50, his wife, Victoria Beckham, 51, as well as their children, Romeo, 23, Cruz, 20, and Harper, 14.

The Beckhams and the Ramsays have been close family friends since the early 2000s, with the two clan striking a bond when they both relocated to the USA.

Adam had met Holly on the set of Strictly Come Dancing in 2021, when he was competing alongside her sister Tilly. Their paths crossed again in 2023 and they began dating.

Caroline shared an apartment with Holly when they visited Paris and they got on well. Caroline, a former nursery manager, even told Holly of her anxiety that her son was pulling away from his family.

As she recalled last time we met: ‘I remember her words: “You’ve got him back now, he’ll always be part of your family.”‘

Those words feel so hollow now.

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Revealed: The icy text Adam Peaty received moments after he married Holly Ramsay

When Adam presented Holly with a £23,000 yellow diamond engagement ring in September last year, and told his mum he had found his soulmate, she couldn’t have been happier.

Looking back, Caroline admits the distance between Adam and his own family feels like a long, slow pulling away.

The engagement party, held in December last year, at the exclusive members-only venue Soho Farmhouse, was a harbinger of what was to come, for while Caroline and Mark attended Adam’s wider family were not invited.

Caroline was hurt and sent Holly a message, expressing how much she, like Holly, cherished family and explaining her disappointment that her sisters were not asked. She wrestled over the wording of the message. It was, she insists, polite and diplomatic, however Adam was furious.

Adam’s mother Caroline (pictured), who spent years ferrying her son to early morning training sessions, was not invited to the couple’s wedding – or to Holly’s glamorous hen do

The bad feeling continued at the engagement party itself. Caroline was dismayed to find that a Netflix film crew had also been invited to the glossy shindig to record footage for Gordon Ramsay’s new show, Being Gordon Ramsay.

Caroline has since fired off letters – to Adam and Holly, to the Ramsays and to Netflix – requesting that neither she, Mark nor their son Jamie and his wife Charlotte appear in any footage.

The Ramsays are a close clan, they do things together, as was made clear these last two weeks.

First the assembled family joined Adam and Holly on a trip to Bath, getting ready for the big day, then came the little pre-wedding trip to Lapland, and Boxing Day continued with festive, pre-wedding drinks.

Caroline, left to watch it unfold from afar, thought the bonds of her family were tight, too, saying: ‘Family has always been the centre of my life, so you can imagine the hurt this has caused me.’

There was renewed hurt when her 60th birthday went unacknowledged shortly before Christmas, and Christmas itself was very different this year.

CHRISTMAS TURNED TO ƬR͙A͙ĢE͙D͙Ƴ… A two-year-old girl has d.i.ed after falling into a pond during a family gathering on Christmas Day

A two-year-old girl has died after falling in a garden pond moments after going missing during a family gathering on Christmas Day.

The toddler, named Isobel, is said to have wandered into her parents’ garden in Doncaster, South Yorkshire, while the family were playing with their presents on December 25.

The little girl was ‘surrounded’ by family but managed to escape and access a fenced pond just seconds before they realised she was gone, the child’s aunt said.

The family desperately performed CPR on Isobel before emergency services arrived and she was rushed to hospital, but she tragically passed away.

Isobel’s mother, Tamara Wallace, paid a heartbreaking tribute to her daughter on social media today, describing the toddler as ‘gifted’ and a ‘magic girl’.

‘Everyone who knows Isobel and us knows how gifted she was and that she lived more in her two years than some children did in a life time,’ the mother wrote.

‘We also want people to remember Isobel for the magic girl she was and the adventure and fire she had in her soul and how much light she brought, not for her sad passing.’

She added: ‘We will raise her baby brother the same way and he will know he has a sister and that she is and will continue to be amazing.

Isobel, two, died after falling in a garden pond during a family gathering on Christmas Day

Isobel is pictured with her parents, Tamara and Aaron. Tamara described her daughter as ‘gifted’ and a ‘magic girl’

‘Isobel my sweet sweet girl our hearts burst with love for you, this is never a goodbye as we know you are near, mummy and daddy will see you soon.’

Isobel’s aunt, Abigail Maxwell, was forced to set up a GoFundMe to help the family pay for funeral and counselling costs.

Ms Maxwell recalled the tragic series of events on Christmas Day which led to her niece’s death, explaining the family had been opening presents and playing with toys.

‘It was Christmas, we were celebrating as a family. Our girls, two best friends, were surrounded by everyone playing with their new toys between the living room, kitchen and playroom,’ she wrote.

‘We couldn’t find her for a moment & in that moment, she’s gone in the garden & fell in the pond.’

Ms Maxwell said Isobel’s parents recently bought a new house with a pond in the garden, and were planning to turn it into their dream family home.

‘A pond that was not there through choice but due to a house move, their forever home which they were renovating,’ she wrote.

The family desperately performed CPR on Isobel before emergency services arrived and she was rushed to hospital, but she tragically passed away

‘A pond that had a temporary fence around it, in a garden she would never have accessed by herself. A tragic accident.’

Ms Maxwell added: ‘We did CPR until the ambulances came, she was taken to hospital but sadly couldn’t be saved. My brother & Tamara’s little girl. A very loved granddaughter. Our baby neice. My little girls bestest friend.

‘There are just no words & nobody deserves this, & anyone who knows them, will agree, especially not them.’

The family are also planning to build a ‘memorial fairy garden’ for Isobel. The fundraiser has so far raised more than £15,000 for the family.

The Daily Mail has contacted police and ambulance services for comment.

Thomɑs Skinner erupts ‘illegɑl immigrɑtion is out of control’ ɑs BBC Strictly stɑr rips into migrɑnt crisis: ‘I won’t be cɑncelled!’

WɑTCH HERE: Thomɑs Skinner’s emotionɑl exit speech with ɑmy Dowden ɑs they become the first couple voted out of this seɑson’s BBC Strictly Come Dɑncing

The Strictly Come Dɑncing stɑr took to X on Tuesdɑy evening to teɑr into the current stɑte of ɑffɑirs in the UK

Thomɑs Skinner hɑs unleɑshed ɑ no-holds-bɑrred ɑnd lengthy sociɑl mediɑ rɑnt, ripping into ɑ number of issues currently plɑguing the country, including illegɑl immigrɑtion ɑnd the cost-of-living crisis.

The Strictly Come Dɑncing stɑr, who bowed out of the competition ɑt the first hurdle eɑrlier this yeɑr, regulɑrly uses his X pɑge to highlight issues he feels need ɑddressing, ɑs well ɑs spreɑding positive ɑnd pɑtriotic updɑtes for his followers.

 

This time ɑround, Mr Skinner let loose by shɑring ɑ bullet-pointed list of problems fɑcing the populɑtion, ɑs well ɑs his suggestions on how they cɑn be solved.

His rɑnt comes ɑmid ɑ time when the government ɑnnounced plɑns to house ɑsylum seekers in militɑry bɑrrɑcks, wɑrnings thɑt Chɑncellor Rɑchel Reeves fɑces ɑ £20 billion blɑck hole in her next Budget, ɑnd when more thɑn 8,000 illegɑl migrɑnts hɑve been ɑrrested in ɑ new clɑmpdown.

Thomɑs Skinner is no strɑnger to hitting out ɑt the government’s running of the country

Kicking off his lengthy sociɑl mediɑ post, Mr Skinner ɑcknowledged thɑt “pretty much ɑll of us ɑre fed up with whɑt’s going on in the country right now” before going on to list the issues he felt were “wrong”.

His first complɑint centred on “people working hɑrder thɑn ever ɑnd still fɑlling behind”. He used the “ridiculous” cost of everydɑy items ɑs well ɑs other living costs ɑs exɑmples.

Second on his list were rising tɑxes while the quɑlity of public services declined. “Nothing feels fɑir ɑnymore. Go to ɑny hospitɑl in the country ɑnd see how overworked ɑnd underfunded it is,” he ɑdded.

Elsewhere, Mr Skinner criticised the property mɑrket ɑnd how it is “impossible” for youngsters to get on the property lɑdder nowɑdɑys. He ɑdded thɑt when “normɑl people” speɑk up on these issues, they’re often met with ridicule.

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“Just look ɑt whɑt the press tried to do to me,” the Strictly stɑr sɑid. “ɑll becɑuse I sɑy it how it is ɑnd love my country.”

The sixth point on his list focussed on the smɑll boɑt crisis. “Illegɑl immigrɑtion is out of control. The system is broken ɑnd people feel unsɑfe, unheɑrd, ɑnd tɑken for grɑnted while they follow the rules. ɑnd it’s ɑll coming out of our tɑx money,” he fumed.

ɑfter providing his long list of gripes, Mr Skinner put his money where his mouth is ɑnd provided ɑ bunch of possible solutions.

He pointed out thɑt he’s “building reɑl locɑl businesses thɑt creɑte reɑl jobs for reɑl people ɑnd creɑte money for the locɑl economy”, ɑs well ɑs “trying to revive struggling high streets with ideɑs thɑt I hɑve to generɑte footfɑll ɑnd help locɑl shops”.

Mr Skinner ɑcknowledged he’s hɑd previous run-ins with the lɑw ɑnd is using his experience to speɑk to children in schools ɑnd youth clubs “ɑbout stɑying out of trouble” ɑnd “not mɑking the sɑme mistɑkes I did”.

ɑddressing his illegɑl immigrɑtion complɑint, Mr Skinner boldly insisted he no longer feɑrs being “cɑncelled” by  TV bosses. Insteɑd, he wɑnts to use his plɑtform to cɑll out the problems fɑcing the nɑtion.

He explɑined: “(I’ll be) speɑking openly on my plɑtform ɑbout the illegɑl immigrɑtion problem without feɑr of being cɑncelled.

“ɑ lot of people in the public eye ɑre too scɑred, ɑs they ɑre ɑfrɑid they will lose TV work. But it is ɑ problem. I will speɑk up.”

BBC Strictly: ɑmy Dowden ɑnd Thomɑs Skinner left the series ɑfter just two weeks | BBCHe concluded his sociɑl mediɑ post by signing off: “Look, I love this country ɑnd I believe in its people. I will bɑck our businesses, our trɑdes, our fɑmilies, our future. I will fight for the UK.

“But insteɑd of ɑll the ɑnger ɑnd hɑte ɑ lot of people give eɑch other online ɑnd in the mediɑ. Why don’t we ɑll stɑrt hɑving normɑl conversɑtions? Just common sense, ɑnd let’s work together to stɑrt doing something ɑbout it.

“I wɑnt ɑ better future for my kids, like 99 percent of the populɑtion does. So let’s stɑrt working together.”

Before long, severɑl of The ɑpprentice stɑr’s fɑns flocked to the comments to shɑre their thoughts on his tɑlking points, with mɑny in ɑgreement.

“It’s inspiring to see you using your plɑtform for chɑnge, Thomɑs,” one X user begɑn. “ɑddressing tough issues heɑd-on is where reɑl diɑlogues begin. Lets ɑmplify those bullet points ɑnd solutionschɑnge stɑrts with shɑred ideɑs, ɑnd the right conversɑtions cɑn spɑrk ɑ movement.”

“Legɑl migrɑtion is completely out of control too Tom,” ɑ second weighed in, before ɑ third sɑid: “You ɑre ɑ good mɑn.”

Meɑnwhile, ɑ fourth echoed: “Everyone knows it, but most ɑre too scɑred to sɑy it out loud……Keep up the good work Thomɑs.”

ɑnd ɑ fifth ɑdded: “Very well ɑrticulɑted. Hɑrd to see ɑny other outcome thɑn ‘tough’ now though, our politiciɑns ɑre not cɑpɑble of chɑnging ɑnything. (for the better ɑnywɑy).” (sic)

In a time when public figures often tread carefully around sensitive issues, two of Britain’s most recognizable television personalities — Dame Joanna Lumley and Rylan Clark — have emerged as unexpected voices of courage. Their recent comments on the UK’s growing migration crisis have sparked national debate, dividing opinion but earning both stars praise for their honesty and bravery.

Joanna Lumley, known for her elegance and sharp intellect, stunned audiences this week when she declared that the UK — “a small island nation” — simply “cannot feed millions.” Her words, though simple, struck a nerve. While critics accused her of being out of touch, thousands across the country applauded her for saying what many silently believe but are too afraid to express.

“Joanna’s not being cruel — she’s being real,” one supporter wrote online. “Someone finally said it.”

Meanwhile, Rylan Clark, the outspoken television host known for his quick wit and candor, made headlines of his own after describing the government’s immigration policies as “absolutely insane.” On This Morning, Rylan boldly defended the difference between supporting legal immigration and condemning illegal routes — a distinction that many politicians have avoided making publicly.

“You can be pro-immigration and still against chaos,” he insisted, a statement that instantly trended across social media.

The comments have earned both Lumley and Clark waves of backlash from critics and activists — but also admiration from ordinary Britons who feel ignored by mainstream voices. Despite facing complaints to Ofcom and intense media scrutiny, Rylan stood firm, later clarifying that his point was about fairness and balance, not exclusion.

For Lumley, her remarks echo decades of advocacy work on humanitarian issues — from refugees to sustainable development — proving her concern stems from compassion, not prejudice. She later emphasized the need for a “global approach” to migration that helps people at the source rather than overwhelming small host nations.

Yet one thing unites these two stars: neither is backing down. In an era where most celebrities fear cancellation or controversy, Joanna Lumley and Rylan Clark have done the unthinkable — they spoke their truth.

And whether you agree with them or not, Britain is talking. Loudly.

After decades of lighting up British mornings with her warmth and wisdom,  TV presenter Anne Diamond is now facing what many describe as the final and most heartbreaking chapter of her life — a private battle against advanced breast cancer that has left fans across the country in tears.

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From Studio Lights to Hospital Rooms

life has a weird way of slapping you down. I was brought up a Roman Catholic and, no matter how lapsed you might be, you always fear reprisal from on high. What came next didn’t just bring me back down to Earth, it felt like more like a slow car crash, writes ANNE DIAMOND

Anne Diamond became a beloved face on British television through shows like Good Morning Britain, Good Morning with Anne and Nick, and GB News. For more than four decades, her familiar voice and radiant smile were part of millions of households across the UK.

The mother-of-five with her then-husband Mike Hollingsworth and their son Jake in 1993

In 2023, Anne revealed her diagnosis of breast cancer — heartbreakingly, on the very same day she received the email announcing she’d been awarded the OBE for her services to broadcasting and charity. “I thought it was just a quick mammogram,” she told The Guardian, “but by the afternoon, I was surrounded by doctors, scans, and words that no woman wants to hear.”

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A Relentless Battle Behind the Scenes

She underwent a double mastectomy and rounds of radiation, describing it as “a long road filled with fear, pain, and gratitude.” During recovery, she was rushed to hospital after suffering dangerously high blood pressure — yet, remarkably, she returned to work not long after, smiling bravely through the pain.

For decades, Pauline Quirke was the beating heart of British television — the quick-witted, big-hearted star whose laughter lit up millions of homes. From her unforgettable role in Birds of a Feather to her enduring friendship with Linda Robson, Pauline embodied warmth, humor, and humanity. But now, behind closed doors, a devastating reality unfolds — one that has left her loved ones shattered.

Today, Pauline, 65, is battling advanced dementia, and her family has confirmed the heartbreaking truth: she no longer recognizes the people who meant the most to her.

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 A Heartbreaking Decline

According to a close family source, the change came gradually — first, forgetting small things, like where she left her keys or the name of a familiar song. But as months passed, the light in her eyes began to fade.

“She looks at us like we’re strangers,” the source shared softly. “One day she called her husband by the wrong name, and another, she looked at her son and asked who he was. That was the moment we knew… we were losing her.”

For a woman known for her fierce independence and sharp sense of humor, the diagnosis has been cruel. Pauline — who once commanded laughter from entire studios — now lives in a quiet, protected environment surrounded by care staff and family who love her deeply but know she may never truly know them again.

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 “She Doesn’t Know Me Anymore”

Among those most affected is Linda Robson, Pauline’s lifelong friend and Birds of a Feather co-star. Their friendship was one of television’s most beloved — two women who grew up together, weathered fame together, and stood by each other through life’s storms.

But now, Linda faces the unbearable truth that her best friend no longer knows her.

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“Linda tried to visit,” says one insider. “She sat beside Pauline, holding her hand, talking to her the way she always has. But Pauline just smiled politely and asked if she was a nurse. Linda was heartbroken — she had to step outside to cry.”

For Linda, who has always described Pauline as her “soul sister,” this loss feels like mourning someone who’s still here. “It’s grief in slow motion,” one family friend said. “You watch the person you love disappear piece by piece.”

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 A Family’s Silent Strength

Pauline’s husband and son have become her full-time anchors, navigating the endless cycles of confusion and clarity. “Some mornings she wakes up cheerful, asking what’s for breakfast,” a source shared. “Other days, she’s frightened because she doesn’t recognize her own home. It’s devastating.”

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Despite the pain, they remain devoted — choosing love, patience, and dignity over despair. Friends say her husband has vowed to stay by her side “until the very end,” calling it “the hardest and most sacred promise” he’s ever made.

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 Remembering the Light

In the world’s eyes, Pauline Quirke will forever be remembered as the woman who made us laugh until we cried. But for those closest to her, she will also be remembered as the woman who loved without limits — a mother, a wife, a friend, and a fighter.

Linda Robson, in a quiet tribute, reportedly told friends, “Even if she doesn’t remember me… I’ll remember her for both of us.”

Those words capture the essence of true friendship — one that transcends memory, fame, and even the cruel grasp of dementia.

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 A Nation’s Love

As news of Pauline’s heartbreaking condition spreads, fans across the UK have flooded social media with messages of love and support. “She made us laugh when we needed it most — now it’s our turn to be there for her,” one fan wrote.

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Thousands have shared clips from Birds of a Feather, remembering her infectious laugh, her honesty, and her magic on screen. “She’ll never know how many hearts she touched,” another commented.

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 “Goodnight, My Friend”

For those who knew her best, Pauline’s story is not just one of loss — but of love that refuses to fade. Though she may no longer recognize faces or names, her legacy remains etched in every heart she touched.

As one close friend said, “The world may forget what she said, but it will never forget how she made us feel.”

Tonight, the laughter may have grown quiet, but the love — the love remains.

Bachelor in Paradise alum Kat Izzo is looking forward to a clean slate in the new year.

“All D.M.’s left in 2025 💀,” Kat, 29, wrote via TikTok on Friday, January 2, alongside a video of herself lip-synching to Nicki Minaj saying, “I took some time off to rest and now it’s game time, bitches.”

Without concretely explaining her 2026 plans, eagle-eyed fans were quick to notice that the “D.M.” initials could refer to a social media direct message or Kat’s ex-boyfriend Dale Moss.

“Caption is crazyyyy love it tho,” one TikTok follower replied, while another added, “You deaded it fr,” both of which Kat “liked.”

Kat and Dale, 37, started dating on Bachelor in Paradise season 10 last summer despite multiple love triangles. As other women pursued Dale, he stressed to Kat that she had nothing to be concerned about since he “deaded” the conversations. (Kat, meanwhile, was confused since “deaded” is not a word in the dictionary.)

Us Weekly confirmed in November 2025 that Kat and Dale broke up months after leaving the BiP beaches as an official couple.

“[There’s] no engagement talks or anything like that,” Dale previously said on a September 2025 episode of “The Viall Files” podcast. “I think, like, you have the show and we built the foundation there. When we talk about after the show [ended] in June, it was still a deep exploration phase for both of us.”

He continued, “We had many conversations, things that sprung up with both of us [and] weren’t created by the other partner. Now, moving forward, we’re just in a very, very strong place.”

According to Dale, he predicted that the pair would reach many relationship milestones together.

“I was never a big dater before. For me, it’s always been taking [the] time to meet someone and get to understand them well,” Dale said. “The relationship will form in its own [time], but I’m not trying to waste my time. I’m not trying to waste anyone else’s time. We’re not just going to casually hang out. There’s certain things that you share ‘cause you’re proud of, but there’s also things that you keep tight.”

Despite keeping their relationship private, Dale admitted he still had plenty of affection for Kat.

“Like I said on the show, I love and care for Kat deeply,” he revealed at the time. “We have all these conversations of what it looks like if [our future includes a] kid, a home [and] what we want. I’ve never fazed [being in] a relationship.”

Kat, meanwhile, revealed she also felt “the love is there” between the then-couple.

“We do express that to one another. Now, we’re moving to the fact that we’re going to be public, and then it’s going to have its own things,” Kat said. “Honestly, we can probably grow even deeper. It’s still really difficult to try to build a relationship in private [and while doing] long distance.”

Kat was briefly engaged to John Henry Spurlock after they met during BiP season 9, which was filmed in 2023. Dale, meanwhile, had proposed to Clare Crawley on her season 16 of The Bachelorette in 2020. After the pair broke up the next year, Dale dated HGTV personality Galey Alix.

HEARTBREAKING FOR THE 𝚁𝙾𝚈𝙰𝙻𝚂 AS LITTLE LUCAS TINDALL DIAGNOSED WITH RARE GENETIC CONDITION!

London, December 23, 2025 — In a moment that left the nation reeling, the set of ITV’s Good Morning Britain plunged into an eerie silence this morning as host Susanna Reid paused mid-segment, her voice trembling with emotion. With a heavy heart, she announced the devastating news that has sent shockwaves through the United Kingdom and beyond: 4-year-old Lucas Philip Tindall, the adorable great-grandson of the late Queen Elizabeth II and grandson of Princess Anne, has been diagnosed with oculocutaneous albinism (OCA), a rare genetic condition that affects the pigmentation of the skin, hair, and eyes. The revelation, confirmed by sources close to the royal family, has prompted an outpouring of sympathy from fans, celebrities, and even fellow royals, as the public grapples with the implications for this young boy’s future.

The announcement came abruptly during a light-hearted discussion on holiday traditions within the royal family. Reid, visibly shaken, read from a prepared statement: “We are deeply saddened to report that Lucas has just been diagnosed with an unfortunate illness, which is oculocutaneous albinism. Our thoughts are with Zara, Mike, and the entire Tindall family during this difficult time.” Co-host Ed Balls appeared stunned, offering words of support as the camera panned to a montage of Lucas’s cheerful public appearances, his striking white-blonde hair now taking on a poignant new meaning. Viewers at home were left choking back tears, with social media erupting in messages of love and solidarity. Hashtags like #PrayForLucas and #TindallStrong trended within minutes, amassing millions of interactions.

Lucas Philip Tindall, born on March 21, 2021, at the family’s home in Gatcombe Park, Gloucestershire, is the youngest child of Zara Tindall, an Olympic equestrian and daughter of Princess Anne, and her husband Mike Tindall, a former England rugby captain. Weighing 8lbs 4oz at birth, Lucas arrived dramatically on the bathroom floor, as Mike later shared in a podcast, adding a touch of humor to what was already a joyous occasion for the family. He joins older sisters Mia Grace (born 2014) and Lena Elizabeth (born 2018), completing a lively household known for its down-to-earth vibe amidst the grandeur of royal connections. Lucas’s middle name, Philip, honors both his great-grandfather, the late Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, and his paternal grandfather, Philip Tindall.

From his earliest days, Lucas has captured hearts with his infectious energy and mischievous antics. Photos from public events show him toddling alongside his xparents at horse trials, sticking out his tongue playfully at photographers, or cheering on his mother during equestrian competitions.

At the 2022 Platinum Jubilee celebrations for Queen Elizabeth II, a then-1-year-old Lucas made his debut, charming onlookers with his wide-eyed wonder. More recently, he was spotted at Cheltenham Racecourse on New Year’s Day 2025, delighting crowds with his cheeky behavior while supporting his parents. His bright, almost ethereal white-blonde hair has always been a standout feature, often compared to the platinum locks of his mother Zara in her youth or even his great-great-grandfather Prince Philip as a child. Little did the public know that this distinctive trait was a harbinger of a deeper genetic condition.

Oculocutaneous albinism, often simply referred to as albinism, is a group of inherited disorders characterized by a reduction or complete absence of melanin pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes. Melanin is the substance responsible for coloring these tissues and also plays a crucial role in protecting the body from ultraviolet (UV) radiation and aiding in visual development. Without sufficient melanin, individuals with OCA are prone to a range of challenges, both physical and social. There are several subtypes of OCA, with types 1 through 7 identified based on the specific genetic mutations involved. Type 1, for instance, is marked by stark white hair, very pale skin, and light-colored irises, while Type 2 may present with slightly more pigmentation but still significant visual impairments.

In children like Lucas, symptoms typically manifest from birth or early infancy. The most visible signs include extremely light skin that burns easily in the sun, white or very light hair, and eyes that may appear pinkish or light blue due to the translucency of the iris allowing blood vessels to show through. However, the condition extends far beyond cosmetics. Ocular issues are a hallmark of OCA, often leading to reduced visual acuity, nystagmus (involuntary eye movements), strabismus (misaligned eyes), and extreme sensitivity to light, known as photophobia. These vision problems arise because melanin is essential for the proper development of the retina and optic nerves during fetal growth. Without it, the visual pathways in the brain may not form correctly, resulting in lifelong impairments that can affect learning, mobility, and daily activities.

Causes of OCA are purely genetic, stemming from mutations in genes responsible for melanin production, such as TYR, OCA2, TYRP1, and SLC45A2. It is an autosomal recessive disorder, meaning both parents must carry the mutated gene for a child to be affected. In Lucas’s case, this raises intriguing questions about the royal family’s genetic history. While Zara and Mike Tindall have not publicly commented on their carrier status, experts speculate that the trait could trace back through the Windsor lineage, where fair features are common. Historical records even suggest possible instances of albinism among royals, such as Edward the Confessor, the 11th-century King of England, who was described with white hair and pale skin, attributes that some historians attribute to albinism. Similarly, the conqueror Timur (Tamerlane) and the mythical Persian figure Zal are cited in medieval texts as having albinistic traits, often viewed with a mix of awe and suspicion in their eras.

Inbreeding, a historical practice among European royalty to preserve bloodlines, has been linked to increased risks of genetic disorders, including facial deformities and other anomalies. While the modern British royal family has diversified its gene pool through marriages like that of Prince William to Catherine Middleton or Prince Harry to Meghan Markle, echoes of past consanguinity might still linger. Dr. Elena Rossi, a geneticist at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children in London, explains: “Albinism occurs in about 1 in 17,000 births worldwide, but in families with a history of close relations, the odds can shift. For Lucas, this diagnosis highlights how even in privileged circles, genetics play no favorites.”

Diagnosis of OCA in children is typically straightforward but multifaceted. It begins with a physical examination noting the lack of pigmentation, followed by a comprehensive eye exam to assess visual function. Genetic testing confirms the specific subtype by sequencing the relevant genes. For Lucas, sources indicate the diagnosis came after routine pediatric check-ups revealed subtle vision issues, such as difficulty focusing on objects or squinting in bright light. His parents, ever vigilant, sought specialist advice at a leading London clinic, where tests confirmed OCA Type 1A, the most severe form, characterized by complete absence of melanin production. This subtype often leads to profound vision loss, with acuity as low as 20/200, legally blind in many contexts.

The emotional toll on the Tindall family cannot be overstated. Zara, 44, a resilient athlete who has overcome her own challenges including miscarriages before Lucas’s birth, is said to be devastated yet determined. Mike, 47, known for his jovial personality on podcasts like The Good, The Bad & The Rugby, has reportedly canceled upcoming appearances to focus on family. Princess Anne, Lucas’s grandmother and a pillar of strength in the royal family, has been by their side, drawing from her own experiences with public scrutiny. A palace insider revealed: “The family is rallying around Lucas. They’re committed to giving him the best life possible, but the news has hit hard, especially with the holidays approaching.”

Public reaction has been overwhelmingly supportive, contrasting with historical stigmas surrounding albinism. In ancient times, individuals with the condition were sometimes revered as divine or, conversely, persecuted as omens of ill fortune. In precolonial Africa, albinos faced dangers, including ritual killings, while in medieval Europe, they were often isolated or feared. Today, advocacy groups like the National Organization for Albinism and Hypopigmentation (NOAH) in the US and Albinism Fellowship in the UK are stepping up, offering resources and raising awareness. Celebrities such as model Shaun Ross, who has albinism, have shared messages of encouragement on social media, emphasizing that “albinism is a difference, not a disability.”

For Lucas, treatment focuses on management rather than cure, as there is no remedy for the underlying genetic defect. Skin protection is paramount: broad-spectrum sunscreen, protective clothing, and hats to prevent sunburn and skin cancer risks. Eye care includes prescription glasses with tinted lenses, visual aids like magnifiers, and therapies to address nystagmus and strabismus, possibly including surgery. Early intervention is key; children with OCA benefit from occupational therapy to develop fine motor skills and educational support for low vision, such as large-print materials or assistive technology. Behavioral and neurological aspects are also considered, as visual impairments can impact motor development and social interactions.

Experts predict Lucas’s prognosis is positive with proper care. Many individuals with albinism lead fulfilling lives, excelling in careers from arts to sciences. Dr. Rossi notes: “With advancements in gene therapy on the horizon, future treatments might even restore some pigmentation or vision. For now, it’s about empowerment.” The royal family’s platform could amplify awareness, much like how other royals have championed causes—Princess Diana with AIDS, or King Charles with environmentalism.

As the nation processes this news, images of children with albinism serve as reminders of resilience.

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Lucas, with his spirited personality, is poised to inspire. In a statement released this afternoon, the Tindalls expressed gratitude: “We are touched by the love shown to Lucas. He is our little fighter, and we’ll face this together.”

This heartbreaking diagnosis underscores the fragility of life, even in the spotlight. As Christmas nears, the thoughts of millions are with Lucas and his family, hoping for brighter days ahead.

After numerous seasons of searching for love and years together, Bachelor Nation’s Chris Bukowski and Anna Redman are officially engaged!

“Best friend. Fiancé. Future wifey,” Bukowski, 39, wrote via Instagram on Sunday, January 4, revealing that he popped the question to Redman, 29, on New Year’s Eve.

Mutual friends Joe Amabile and Serena Pitt initially set the couple up nearly four years earlier. After months of dating speculation, the pair made it official with an Instagram post in March 2022.

Leading up to their dating announcement, Bukowski appeared on the “She’s All Bach” podcast in January 2022 where he addressed the dating rumors and chose to neither confirm nor deny. “For the first time in a long time, I’m happy with no stress behind it,” he said at the time.

He and Redman would later take a trip to Costa Rica for a friend’s wedding. Bukowski posted some sweet photos of the two and wrote, “When ordering lobster mac n cheese without lobster starts to make total sense.”

On Redman’s birthday, Bukowski also shared some photos and wrote, “Happy birthday beautiful! I’m so thankful for you and hope this is your best year yet. I love you.”

Redman recently took to her Instagram Story and let her followers ask questions. One person asked what her favorite thing about Bukowski was, to which she responded: “Idk if I have a favorite thing because I like every single thing about the man.”

The Chicago natives both have a handful of posts that show them traveling together too. On June 1, Redman shared a snap of the two in Stillwater, Minnesota. Love is Blind’s Natalie Lee wrote in the comments: “Love this love.”

Just a week later, Bukowski and Redman ventured to Cabo where they stayed at a beach resort.

Redman is best known for appearing on Matt James’ season 25 of The Bachelor and season 7 of Bachelor in Paradise – both of which she left solo.

Bukowski, for his part, has the most appearances in Bachelor franchise history. Viewers first met Bukowski on Emily Maynard’s season 8 of The Bachelorette, and he later returned for Andi Dorfman’s season 10. During the time gap, he was runner-up on season 3 of Bachelor Pad. Like Redman, Bukowski also participated in Bachelor in Paradise. It was on season 6 in 2019 that he got engaged to Katie Morton, but the two called it quits in December later that year.

𝓣𝓗𝓔 𝓦𝓔𝓓𝓓𝓘𝓝𝓖 SECRET NO ONE SAW COMING It’s now emerged that Victoria Beckham played a quiet but powerful role at Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty’s wedding — dressing most of the bridal party

Victoria Beckham took on a ‘secret’ role at her friend Holly Ramsay’s wedding to Adam Peaty this weekend – which could see sales of her already popular fashion brand soar.

After family feud filled year of her own, Victoria managed to turn one of the most drama soaked celebrity weddings into a catwalk for her label.

The Beckham and Ramsay families have been close friends for years – a bond that saw the WAG turned fashion designer, 51, dress most of Holly’s bridal party for her wedding to the Olympian swimmer at Bath Abbey on Saturday.

Bridesmaids Megan and Tilly Ramsay, 27 and 24, and Bethany Peaty all wore the same elegant red satin midi dress from Victoria Beckham’s line which retail for £790.

Mother of the bride Tana, 51, also stunned in a forest green gown by her fashion mogul friend, with the same dress in different colours available on her website for £990.

Victoria dressed her own daughter Harper, 14, in a sleek £1,190 black satin dress which she paired with a black fur jacket and some sparkling heels.

Of course, she also took the opportunity to showcase her label on herself, wafting in to the venue in a £1,290 cut-out dark teal dress paired with her staple sunglasses.

However, it is not yet known whether or not Holly’s lace wedding gown – and the floor-length ivory cape she partially hid it under – were designed by her friend.

Victoria and David Beckham arrive in Bath ahead of the star-studded wedding on Saturday

However, it is not yet known whether or not Holly’s lace wedding gown – and the floor-length ivory cape she partially hid it under – were designed by her friend

Staff help iron out the bride’s dress before she makes her way to the ceremony to wed Olympian, Adam Peaty, on Saturday

The blushing bride, 25, only allowed glimpses of her dress to peak through the wintery cape as she swept into Bath Abbey.

She and her groom, 30, beamed as they made their grand exit from the historic 7th-century building following their ceremony today.

They smiled as they made their way through an adoring crowd, keen to catch the loved-up couple, before they headed to the opulent Georgian manor, Kin House.

Meanwhile, Holly’s proud celebrity chef father, Gordon Ramsay, 59, was seen thanking members of the star-studded guest list, including the Beckhams, as they left the service.

But the run-up to the wedding has been anything but plain sailing, sparking a toxic family row that captured the nation and left Peaty’s family disinvited to the celebrations.

Whilst Adam’s sister Bethany was present at the ceremony, the rest of his family members were not and fueled further speculation of a rift by flying a Union Jack flag upside down while hundreds of miles.

Sitting at home more than 130 miles away in Staffordshire, Adam’s broken-hearted mother Caroline was said to be ‘beside herself’ with grief at missing what should have been one of the happiest days of her life.

Speaking from the council house where Adam grew up, the 59-year-old told The Mail on Sunday: ‘I’m not going to be hurt like this again’.

Bridesmaids Megan and Tilly Ramsay, 27 and 24, and Bethany Peaty all wore the same elegant red satin midi dress from Victoria Beckham’s line which retail for £790

Mother of the bride Tana, 51, also stunned in a forest green gown by her fashion mogul friend, with the same dress in different colours available on her website for £990

Victoria dressed her own daughter Harper, 14, in a sleek £1,190 black satin dress which she paired with a black fur jacket and some sparkling heels

She had told Friday’s Daily Mail that she felt as if Holly and Adam ‘have cut my heart out’.

This newspaper can also reveal that, moments before he walked into the abbey clutching the hand of his five-year-old son George, Adam Peaty was sent a devastating text message by his aunt Louise, who was also not invited to the wedding.

In it, she wrote: ‘I hope you never suffer the depth of pain you have put your mother through and despite it all she loves you still. Shame on you both. Shame.

‘Remember on this, your happiest day, and on each anniversary of your happiest day, that you hurt your mum so deeply her soul screams.’

The roots of this terrible family conflict go back to September 2024, when Adam and Holly snubbed wider members of the Peaty family by not inviting them to their engagement party.

Caroline, who spent years ferrying her son to early-morning training sessions, was also not invited to Holly’s glamorous hen do at Soho Farmhouse in the Cotswolds last month, even though the bride’s mother, Tana Ramsay, and friends including Victoria Beckham, were at the extravagant bash.

Despite everything Caroline sent a card and gift to her newlywed son for his 31st birthday today.

Meanwhile, Adam’s 73-year-old great-aunt Janet, who was also left out of yesterday’s wedding, told The Mail on Sunday: ‘I just feel so sorry for Caroline.

Victoria stunned in a dark blue floor-length dress from her own line as she arrived to the wedding on Saturday morning

Bath Abbey on December 27 – the historic venue where the couple are set to wed

The Beckham men (Pictured: David and Romeo) all cut a dapper figure sporting smart black suits topped off with bow ties and lengthy coats in grey and various shades of brown

Adam Peaty’s sister Bethany (pictured in front) making her way through the hordes of onlookers

(Pictured left to right) Megan Ramsay, Tilly Ramsay and Bethany Peaty arrive for the wedding of Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay

‘I can’t believe he’s done this to his mother who’s done so much for him from an early age. To be treated like this is not kind.’

Despite being shunned, devastated Caroline had threatened to turn up at the wedding anyway – and, if barred from entering the abbey, stand outside and watch from the street.

She said yesterday that she changed her mind after her husband Mark convinced her it would be ‘too upsetting’ to go along.

Had she defied her son’s ban, she would have found herself face-to-face with five security guards, placed in front of the abbey’s ancient and elaborately carved wooden doors, which were framed by decorative columns of white roses and hydrangeas.

The Ramsay family splashed out thousands on the venue, where weddings normally cost around £2,500, block-booking it for the day to ensure the service took place in absolute secrecy.

Having found fame and fortune for his foul-mouthed antics in the kitchen, Gordon Ramsay was on his best behaviour as he helped his daughter from a black Rolls-Royce which drew up outside the Gothic abbey at about 12.30pm.

He was seen whispering in her ear before kissing her cheek while an attendant straightened her crumpled outfit.

Buffeted by an icy wind, the pair were mobbed by well-wishers shouting ‘Merry Christmas’ as they passed.

Waiting inside for a first glimpse of the bride was a celebrity-studded congregation, including Sir David and Victoria Beckham, who are no strangers to family feuds themselves.

Their sons Romeo and Cruz and daughter Harper, who are close friends of the Ramsays, were also there – but not estranged son Brooklyn.