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      FireHouse lead singer CJ Snare dead at 64 after hard rock band founder suffers sudden heart attack as tributes paid

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      THE lead singer of the rock band Firehouse, CJ Snare, has died.The musician’s daughter Heather announced that her father died on Thursday afternoon.The lead singer of rock band Firehouse, CJ Snare, died on ThursdayCredit: Instagram/ CJ SnareThe musician helped form the band and was part of it for almost 40 yearsCredit: Instagram/ CJ SnareSnare, 64, had a long battle with stage 4 colon cancer and ultimately died from a heart attack, according to TMZ.He had helped form the hard rock band in 1987 after his previous band, Maxx Warrior, broke up.Snare was with the band for almost 40 years until his death. C.J. played keyboards and sang on all seven of the group’s albums.Their self-titles debut album went double platinum in the United States and gold in Canada, Japan, and Singapore.The band’s third single, Love of a Lifetime, topped the charts at Number 3, selling over 500,000 copies.Other hits include I Live My Life For You, Here For You, When I Look Into Your Eyes, Don’t Treat Me Bad, and Reach for the Sky.Another co-founder and the former bassist for the group, Perry Richardson, said Snare was one of the great voices in rock history, and he will be greatly missed, according to the outlet.Most read in MusicThe band shared the sad announcement about his death on Sunday calling it “a sad day for Rock N Roll.””It is with great sorrow we are letting the world know we have lost our brother: CJ Snare, the rock and roll warrior, lead vocalist, and a founding member of Firehouse,” they wrote in a touching Facebook post.”CJ Snare passed unexpectedly at home Friday night, April 5, 2024. He was a young 64 years old.”They stated that he died at his home on Friday night, while his daughter said it was Thursday evening.The band went on to express how the musician was supposed to be back on stage this summer and they were shocked that he died.They spoke highly of the singer and shared their condolences with his family.”CJ was arguably one of the best vocal talents of a generation, touring the world with Firehouse non-stop the past 34 years.”Our heartfelt condolences go out to the entire Snare family, Katherine Little, friends, and all our beloved fans all over the world.”‘Reach for the Sky’ CJ! You will be forever missed by family, friends, fans and your bandmates. You’re singing with the angels now.”‘FEELING STRONGER’In the singer’s most recent post, he shared two pictures of himself singing on stage wearing a leather jacket with skulls, shades, a vampire t-shirt, and ripped black jeans.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Feeling stronger every day!” read the Instagram post from March 27.”I’ll be back on stage with Firehouse before you know it. Health is first so making a FULL recovery before my return.”Firehouse mourned the loss of their singer calling it a ‘sad day for Rock N Roll’Credit: GettyThe singer posted a picture to Instagram with a hopeful caption a week before his deathCredit: Rex More

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      Jean-Paul Vignon dead – Shrek and 500 Days of Summer Star dies aged 89 after battle with liver cancer

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      SHREK and 500 Days of Summer star Jean-Paul Vignon has died at the age of 89.The French vocalist and actor passed away following a battle with liver cancer.French actor Jean-Paul Vignon has died at the age of 89 following a battle with liver cancerCredit: FacebookVignon in concert at the Basin Street East nightclub in New York City, circa 1963Credit: GettyThe news was announced by his family on Wednesday, who confirmed Vignon died on March 22 in Beverley Hills, California.The US actor was best known for voicing one of Robin Hood’s Merry Men in Shrek and narrating the romantic comedy 500 Days of Summer.Vignon’s early work began in France in the 1950s, where he performed as part of a cabaret in Paris and starred in a number of French films.He eventually headed to New York, where he opened for stand-up comedian Woody Allen in 1963.Read more in Celebrity DeathsVignon would then go on to enjoy a successful eight-decade long acting career in the United States.Among his notable acting credits was the role of Andre in Gilmore Girls and Monsieur Lazare in Days of Our Lives.Alongside his acting work, however, Vignon was also a successful singer.After signing with Columbia Records, he released his first album in the US, Because I Love You, in 1964.Most read in CelebrityIn a 1994, the Los Angeles Times wrote a profile on Vignon, claiming he’d “fulfilled the American image of the romantic, singing Frenchman”.But unlike other renowned Frenchman, Vignon was able to “sing fast and passionate or gentle and slow.”Vignon also made several appearances on The Ed Sullivan Show, most notably singing a duet with Liza Minnelli on one of those occasions.He was also a regular guest on “The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson” as well as Merv Griffin’s daytime show.Vignon is survived by his long-term partner, Suzie Summers, and his daughter, Marguerite Vignon Gaul.He also has a second daughter, Lucy Brank, from his first marriage to the late actress Brigid Bazlen, as well as two grandchildren. More

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      Max George remembers Tom Parker with never before seen video of them having a sleepover before The Wanted star’s death

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      MAX George left fans emotional today as he remember his best pal Tom Parker on the two-year anniversary of his tragic death.The Wanted singer, 35, shared an unseen video of him and Tom sharing a sleepover while on their final tour together just days before brave Tom died, aged just 33, from brain cancer.Max George shared a sweet unseen snap of his sleepover with the late Tom ParkerCredit: instagram/@maxgeorgeThe pair shared a bed during The Wanted’s final tour with TomCredit: instagram/@maxgeorgeMax remembered his pal today two years after his deathMax posted a snap of the pair in bed together with Tom sleeping next to him.He captioned the bittersweet snap: “2 years without you my brother. Still doesn’t feel real. Found these today.. our last sleepover. I’ll cherish it forever.”The pair regularly shared a room during The Wanted tour in 2022, as Tom was so sick in those final weeks of his life.Max also posted a video of him in bed with Tom, saying: “Well, it’s been a while since we did this. George and Parker sleepover.”read more on Tom ParkerHe is then seen turning to a laughing Tom, before jokingly warning him: “Don’t hump my leg in the middle of the night like you used to, right. We’ve got over that.”Needless to say, Max’s post left his fans choked up.One commented on instagram: “Still to this day doesn’t seem real . He was definitely a legend of his time.”A second added: “Tom’s departure was and always will be a hard fact to believe that it happened. It’s something particularly that I never got used to .Today is a very difficult day because it is the anniversary of your physical departure from the world, but you will always be remembered.”Most read in CelebrityA third weighed in: “He is missed every day, there isn’t a day that goes by and we don’t think about him.”  And a fourth said: “I love you boys! Tom forever in our hearts.”Earlier today, Tom’s widow Kelsey Parker also shared a tear-jerking post dedicated to her late husband.In a new Instagram reel set to an acoustic cover version of Oasis’s Champagne Supernova, Kelsey shared unseen images and video from their life together.This included adorable moments of Tom playing with the kids, Aurelia and Bodhi, their wedding day and candid everyday things like them driving in the car together.Brain tumour symptomsBrain Tumour Research says tumours increase pressure in the skull, causing headaches.
      Symptoms to look for are:

      Headaches
      Loss of appetite
      Nausea and vomiting
      Loss of balance
      Mood swings
      Problems speaking
      Problems with memory or concentration
      Seizures
      Impaired vision

      In the caption was an open letter to Tom, where Kelsey wrote:”Can’t believe it’s been two years. Feels like only yesterday that you left us. But I feel like I’ve been on my own for a long time now and so much has changed since you were here.”I know you’d be so proud of everything we’ve achieved. The house looking as we wanted it, Rae in school and thriving, Bodhi won’t take his football kits off, K2K going from strength to strength and the online community I’m growing.”I know you’d be so proud of me, I’m so proud of me, but I wish more than anything you were here to tell me yourself. For you to wrap your arms around me and share in the excitement of every milestone reached.””They say the second year is the hardest and everyone keeps telling me if I can survive that I can survive anything,” she continued. “But I’m somehow feeling a weaker than I have before.”Rae and Bodhi asking more questions and I just need you here to help me answer them. Two whole years and it’s getting harder not easier.”The heartbreaking note ended: “I miss you more than ever. Celebrating you and all we had today and forever. Remember I love you one more than you can ever say My Tommy Boy Forever.”The Wanted enjoyed such smash hits as Glad You CameCredit: GettyThe band’s fans lined the streets for Tom’s funeralCredit: GettyKelsey also shared an emotional tribute to Tom todayCredit: Instagram More

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      Radio 2 chaos as Zoe Ball ‘removed from air’ – with fans baffled as BBC legend takes over her show for an hour

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      THOSE tuning into Zoe Ball’s Breakfast Show were given a shock as she was ‘removed from air’ during her usual Thursday Morning slot.Earlier this week the DJ returned to her show following the heartbreaking news of her mother’s cancer diagnosis, but was nowhere to be heard today. Zoe was ‘removed from air’ during her Thursday morning slotInstead, fans were greeted by Tony Blackburn who said an emotional goodbye on MondayCredit: BBC Press HandoutTony Blackburn had been with BBC Local Radio for 43Credit: Hulton Archive – GettyInstead, viewers were greeted with the voice of BBC legend Tony Blackburn, who took over the breakfast show as part of a stunt to celebrate 60 years since the launch of Radio Caroline.The BBC said: “Tony has just taken over the controls in the studio and is now broadcasting live on Radio 2, playing just 60s tracks like he played to listeners all those years ago on Radio Caroline.” Tony interrupted the music and to play Caroline by The Fortunes and mentioned that his pirate colleague Johnnie Walker was supposed to join him on the show but had overslept.He said on air: “We are back, the pirates are back! Zoe Ball has been locked out of the studio. Read More on Zoe Ball”I’m here, anarchy once again. We ARE pirates, we’re pirate Radio 2 and here we go, and for the next hour I’m going to play you proper music! Here it is!” Tony, who had signed off from his last radio show after 43 years on Monday, told listeners he was happy to be helping out after playing his emotional final song earlier this week.He continued: “I’m back where I belong on the breakfast show for goodness sake.“I understand that Radio 5 Live is celebrating 30 years. We laugh at them. We actually laugh at Radio 5. Most read in Showbiz”Celebrating 30 years for goodness sake. Unbelievable.”It comes after Zoe returned to her Breakfast show earlier this week, after sharing the sad news of her mother’s cancer diagnosis.Zoe, who replaced Chris Evans as host of the station’s breakfast slot in 2019, returned to host the programme on Monday (18 March), telling her listeners: “It’s me! I’ve missed you all. I’ve been looking after my dear ma, but I’m back to bother you.”Shen then shared a health update on her mother Julia and revealed that “sadly, heartbreakingly, her cancer is quite advanced”.Iconic BBC Radio host signs off from final show after 43 years on air with emotional message to fans Zoe added: “But we’re making loads of lovely memories and taking care of her – she has some amazing people around her.”The DJ usually hosts her breakfast slot on Radio 2 every weekday morning from 6.30am to 9.30am. More

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      Richard Simmons, 75, diagnosed with cancer and has procedure that ‘burned his skin’ one day after he admits he’s ‘dying’

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      FITNESS guru Richard Simmons has revealed he has skin cancer. The 75-year-old underwent a procedure that “burned” his skin to get rid of a “strange-looking bump” under his right eye.Fitness guru Richard Simmons has revealed he has skin cancerCredit: Instagram/theweightsaintThe 75-year-old went to the dermatologist after spotting a ‘strange-looking’ bump under his eye that did not go awayCredit: GettyHe was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma – the most common form of skin cancer (pictured in 1992)Credit: GettyIn a Facebook post on Tuesday, Richard revealed he went to see a dermatologist after becoming concerned that the bump wasn’t going away.“I sat in his chair and he looked at it through a magnifying mirror. He told me he would have to scrape it and put it under the microscope,” he recalled.“Now I am getting a little bit nervous. He comes back about 20 minutes later and says the C word. ‘You have cancer.’  “I asked him what kind of cancer and he said. Basel Cell Carcinoma. I told him to stop calling me dirty names. He laughed.”Basal cell carcinoma – the most common form of skin cancer.The ’80s icon was referred to a specialist and recalled meeting other skin cancer patients in the waiting room.“I was shocked to see all of the skin cancers that they had. Some had cancer on top of their heads … their face … and their neck,” he wrote. The former fitness coach – who retired from the spotlight in 2014 – was told the doctor would “burn my skin to remove the cancer cells.”Most read in Celebrity“There was no numbing, it just had to be done with a small instrument,” he said.“As he started burning my skin a tear dropped down my cheek … The burning really hurt my skin. It lasted about 30 minutes.”Richard claimed the doctor told him to come back in “an hour and a half” to find out if all the cancer was gone.“I went back to some sad news,” he continued.“He burned my face again. This time was worse than before … It was deeper. I did not cry this time but I did grit my teeth.””To be continued,” he concluded the post.He did not reveal whether he will need further treatment.ALARMING POSTRichard’s skin cancer reveal comes after he claimed he was “dying” in a concerning post on Facebook on Monday.“I have some news to tell you. Please don’t be sad. I am…. dying,” he wrote.”Oh I can see your faces now. The truth is we all are dying.  Every day we live we are getting closer to our death.“Why am I telling you this?  Because I want you to enjoy your life to the fullest every single day. Get up in the morning and look at the sky… count your blessings and enjoy.” The TV personality also stressed the importance of having three healthy meals a day and exercising regularly. RICHARD’S APOLOGYRichard later apologized for worrying fans with the post and insisted he is not dying. “Sorry many of you have gotten upset about my message today. Even the press has gotten in touch with me.  I am not dying,” he wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter. “It was a message about saying how we should embrace every day that we have. Sorry for this confusion.”His longtime friend also told PEOPLE that Richard is “healthy and happy” and that his post was “purely an inspirational message.” Richard shot to fame as an eccentric weight loss guru.After moving to Los Angeles in the ’70s, he took an interest in healthy living and lost over 100 pounds.He started an exercise studio called The Anatomy Asylum, which turned fitness into a fun activity and stressed the importance of positivity and healthy eating.He turned the studio, now called Slimmons, into a fitness empire.The energetic TV personality is also well known for his Sweatin’ to the Oldies line of aerobics videos.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe retired from the public eye in 2014.Speculations and concerns about his health began to surface online several years later.Richard had a procedure that ‘burned’ his skin to remove the cancer (pictured in 2006)Credit: GettyEarlier this week, Richard sparked concern when he claimed he was ‘dying’ (pictured in 1985)Credit: GettyHe later apologized and insisted he is fineCredit: Getty More

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      Steve Harley dead: Cockney Rebel frontman dies aged 73 after cancer battle – as emotional tributes pour in

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      ROCK icon Steve Harley – best known for his 1975 hit Make Me Smile (Come Up And See Me) – has died age 73.The Cockney Rebel musician passed away “peacefully” at home in Suffolk on Sunday morning following a short battle with cancer, his family said.Rock icon Steve Harley – best known for his 1975 hit ‘Make Me Smile’ – has died age 73Credit: RedfernsSteve Harley shot to fame with Cockney Rebel in the 1970sCredit: GettyHe had still been touring but was forced to cancel shows last month to have treatment.In a statement, Steve’s family said their dad will be “desperately missed” by fans all over the world.They said: “We are devastated to announce that our wonderful Husband and Father has passed away peacefully at home, with his family by his side. “The birdsong from his woodland that he loved so much was singing for him. His home has been filled with the sounds and laughter of his four Grandchildren.Read More showbiz stories”Stephen. Steve. Dad. Grandar. Steve Harley. Whoever you know him as, his heart exuded only core elements. “Passion, kindness, generosity. And much more, in abundance.”We know he will be desperately missed by people all over the world, and we ask that you respectfully allow us privacy to grieve.”Tributes flooded in following Steve’s death.Most read in ShowbizKevin Brennan, Labour MP for Cardiff West, said: “RIP Steve Harley – he very kindly sang on the Jo Cox charity record with MP4 just 7 years ago – and stayed the whole day to chat with the choir and all involved.”While Corrie actor Michael Warburton paid tribute on X sharing a video of Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel performing Make Me Smile.In October, The Steve Harley Acoustic Band said a string of shows in January would be cancelled as Steve recovered from a medical procedure.At Christmas, the singer said it was “heartbreaking” to pull the plug on his tour as he revealed he was fighting a “nasty” cancer.He added: “My oncologist is pleased with the treatment’s effects so far. It’s tiresome, and tiring.”But the fight is on. And thankfully the cursed intruder is not affecting the voice. I sing and play most evenings.”In February, Steve’s management said his ongoing treatment meant he could not commit to any concerts in 2024.Thanking fans for their support they said the Make Me Smile legend was “hoping next year will be altogether different”.London-based Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel shot to fame in the early 1970s covering a range of styles from pop to prog rock.They had five albums that made the UK Albums Chart and twelve singles in the UK Singles Chart.The original band was made up of Harley, bassist Paul Jeffreys, Jean-Paul Crocker, drummer Stuart Elliott, and guitarist Nick Jones.READ MORE SUN STORIESJeffreys and his wife were killed on honeymoon in the 1988 Lockerbie bombing while onboard Pan Am Flight 103.Steve is survived by wife Dorothy and two children Kerr and Greta. More

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      Tom Parker’s widow Kelsey announces tribute football match in his memory two years after tragic death

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      THE wife of the late Wanted popstar Tom Parker has announced a football match in his memory.The sporting tournament – the second of its kind – will mark two years since the singer’s tragic passing aged 33.Kelsey Parker, 33, has revealed she is hosting a second charity football match in honour of late husband TomCredit: RexTom passed away two years ago, aged 33, following a battle with brain cancerCredit: instagram/being_kelseyKelsey, 33, will host the second charity match of its kind to raise vital funds for researchCredit: Gary StoneGlad You Came hitmaker Tom died following a brave battle with brain cancer, leaving behind wife Kelsey, 33, and their kids Aurelia, four, and Bodhi, three.The fundraiser comes shortly after Kelsey marked the two-year anniversary of Tom’s death this month with a sweet tribute message.Tom was diagnosed with a terminal brain tumour in 2020 and given just 18 months to live.But the courageous star beat the odds after undergoing several gruelling rounds of chemotherapy and 30 radiotherapy sessions.read more tom parkerA year after his death, Kelsey hosted the first Tom Parker Charity Football Match at Bromley Football Club.Last year, the sporting event raised cash to raise awareness for stage four glioblastoma brain cancer – the exact same condition from which Tom passed.She told how she didn’t want her kids to “feel sadness” – so will be hosting a second game on Father’s Day, June 16.In an emotional confession she told MailOnline: “March is such a difficult month for us as a family. Most read in Celebrity”I can’t actually believe that in just a couple of weeks it will be two years since we lost Tom.”It’s so strange as some days I feel like it only happened yesterday, and then on others I feel like so much time has gone by since we last saw him and it just breaks my heart. Tom Parker’s widow Kelsey begs fans ‘don’t judge me’ as she admits relationship with ex-con boyfriend ‘isn’t plain sailing'”I think about him every single day and that won’t ever change.”On the reasoning for a second charity match, Kelsey added: “One thing I promised myself and Tom was to continue his legacy. Brain tumours kill more children and adults under 40 than any other cancer.”That is more than leukaemia, prostate and breast cancer, yet the government only gives brain tumour research 1 per cent of its funding.”More needs to be done and I feel like when Tom passed he handed the baton over to me to continue raising awareness and funding. We can’t keep losing our children, husbands, wives, parents, brothers and sisters to this cancer.”So as part of Tom’s legacy, we will be holding a second charity football match in his honour this Father’s Day. “It’s a great way for Rae and Bo to remember and celebrate their dad, I don’t want them to feel sadness.”She then added she “can’t wait” to reveal the star-studded line-up.At the time, Kelsey told The Sun: “It is with the heaviest of hearts that we confirm Tom passed away peacefully earlier today with all of his family by his side. “Our hearts are broken.”Tom was the centre of our world and we can’t imagine life without his infectious smile and energetic presence.”Cancer types, signs and symptomsEverything you need to know about different types of Cancer
      Meanwhile earlier this month actress Kelsey – who has found love again with boyfriend Sean – shared a sweet video montage as a tribute.Writing next to the video, she posted: “Today is the first day of March and it brings with it the painful reminder that this is the month lost Tom’. “I still can’t quite believe it is almost two years since he passed. I know he is watching over me and the kids every day, but his physical absence from our lives is so huge.”She continued: “I miss his banter and his laugh so much. I’d do anything to have one more day with him.I think about him every single day, and I think March will always be a difficult month.”March is also Brain Tumour Awareness month and tonight at 7.30pm I will be lighting a candle in Tom’s memory and also for all the other families affected by this devastating disease.”Please join me and @braintumourrsch in raising awareness and funding so brain tumours can stop taking away our husbands, wives, parents, siblings, grandparents and our children.”READ MORE SUN STORIESBefore adding: “We will beat this. Sending love and light to anyone experiencing grief Kels xx.”Previously, Kelsey admitted she fell in love “at first sight” with Tom as a teenager, long before he and The Wanted bandmates Max George, Jay McGuiness, Siva Kaneswaran, and Nathan Sykes became famous with a string of hit songs.Tom found fame in pop band The WantedCredit: GettyMum of two Kelsey paid tribute to her late spouse this month on the second anniversary of his deathCredit: Rex More

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      What happened to Mollie King’s dad Stephen King?

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      IN November 2022, Radio 1 star Mollie King shared the heartbreaking news of her dad’s death.Here we take a look into the life of The Saturdays singer and what happened to Mollie’s dad Stephen.Mollie King has a show on Radio 1Credit: InstagramWhat happened to Mollie King’s dad?In 2022, Mollie King announced the tragic death of her dad Stephen – just days after she welcomed her baby daughter Anabella.You have been our hero and it’s impossible to think of our lives without you.Mollie KingSharing the devasting news that her dad had died of a brain tumour, Mollie posted a series of snaps to social media and wrote: ”Heartbroken beyond words. In August, my family’s world was shattered when my Dad was diagnosed with a brain tumour.”Last week, we had to face the day we hoped would never come and say goodbye. Dad, we love you with all our hearts and we will miss you every single day.”You have been our hero and it’s impossible to think of our lives without you.”Read More on Mollie KingMollie’s dad was tragically diagnosed with a tumour during her pregnancy.The singer and radio star then went on to explain that her dad got the chance to met her baby daughter Annabella.Mollie added: “You have always been there for us with every step we’ve taken and you even held on a few extra days to meet baby Annabella. You gave us your everything. You will be in our hearts and our memories every single day.”More than 12,000 Brits are diagnosed with a primary brain tumour every year — of which around half are cancerous — with 5,300 losing their lives.Most read in ShowbizThe disease is the most deadly cancer in children and adults aged under 40, according to the Brain Tumour Charity.Brain tumours reduce life expectancies by an average of 27 years, with just 12 per cent of adults surviving five years after diagnosis.The 9 most common symptoms of a brain tumourBrain tumours can cause a host of different symptoms – but not everyone knows the signs.
      Each year around 12,300 cases of brain cancer are diagnosed in the UK, Cancer Research UK states, and these present in the form of a brain tumour.
      The symptoms can often be mistaken for something less serious, like headaches, however, experts say there are some signs that you must be aware of.
      The most common symptoms of a brain tumour include:

      Headaches
      Seizures
      Feeling sick
      Vomiting
      Memory problems
      Change in personality
      Vision problems
      Speech problems
      Weakness or paralysis on one side of the body

      Sometimes you may not have any symptoms to begin with, or they may develop very slowly over time.
      If you are suffering any of these symptoms, particularly a headache that feels different from ones you normally get, it is recommended that you visit your GP.

      Who is Mollie King?Mollie King, born June 4, 1987, is an English pop singer, songwriter and radio presenter.The star, who hails from Wandsworth, London, rose to fame as one-fifth of the pop group The Saturdays, alongside Una Healy, Vanessa White, Frankie Bridge and Rochelle Humes.Mollie King joined by ‘grumpy’ Greg James on Comic Relief Pedal Power challenge as Radio 1 star reveals huge new fundraising totalThe group went on to have four top 10 albums and 13 top 10 singles, including Forever Is Over, Up and Issues.However, in 2014, the band revealed that they were taking a hiatus.Since then, Mollie has turned her hand to presenting and is known for hosting on This Morning and Radio 1.What is Mollie King doing for Red Nose Day?Friday March 15, 2024, not only marks Red Nose Day – but also Mollie King’s final day of her Comic Relief Pedal Power Challenge.Over the course of five days, The Radio 1 presenter has swapped her mic for a bike to cycle a staggering 500km across England.I’m not a strong person but to have got to day five, I was thinking, ‘Mol, you should be proud myself here’.Mollie KingMollie is taking on the huge challenge to raise cash for Comic Relief in memory of her late dad and is aiming to get to Hull – Stephen’s hometown.On Monday, March 11, 2024, the challenge kicked off during the Radio 1 Breakfast Show with Greg James.Mollie saddled up in London as she began her route to Hull via Towcester, Burton-on-Trent, Manchester and Leeds.In an exclusive chat as she finished the first 20km stretch, Mollie opened up about how partner Stuart Broad had been keeping her spirits up ahead of the mammoth challenge.Mollie, who only cycled on a road for the first time six weeks ago,  said: “I have been so incredibly nervous in the days leading up to it, I’ve had a bit of a foggy head.“My partner Stuart was like, ‘It’s cool, it’s pre match nerves’.“He has been really encouraging and really supportive.”As she continued the challenge, Mollie told Radio 1 breakfast star Greg James that she feared she wouldn’t make it and broke down in tears as she learned just how much she had raised for Comic Relief.Mollie is taking on the huge challenge to raise cash for Comic ReliefShe said: “It’s tough, it’s really tough. I’m drained I feel like I haven’t had any kind of recovery since getting off the bike.”My muscles are just like, ‘oh we’re doing this again?’ It’s pretty brutal. I think at the start there was so much excitement and adrenaline that kept me going and now I’m drained. It feels like every push of that peddle feels like more of a struggle.”Mollie could be heard sobbing into her microphone on the radio and continued: “Salford. The thought of getting there tonight, is that going to happen? It’s just so tiring, it’s so hard.”Greg told her: “There are horrible lows in these things, but there will be incredible highs. Think of other things, don’t think of Salford.”The money raised is extraordinary, this might give you the boost that you need for the next half hour.”The total so far for Peddle Power for Comic Relief is £181,023.”A tearful Mollie she struggled to speak, but she managed to say: “Oh my gosh, that is unreal. Oh my gosh I needed that today.”Thank you so much, like seriously. Like this money is unbelievable. Oh my gosh, I’m a mess, I’m crying, I’m snotty.”As the challenge comes to an end, Mollie has now raised a staggering £1 million for Comic Relief and has reflected on what she’s accomplished so far.Sitting in the back of a car in her fluorescent jacket, Mollie sobbed: “It’s the first time in ages I’ve really felt proud of myself and I’m quite tough on myself generally but this is so beyond what I’m capable of physically.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m not a strong person but to have got to day five, I was thinking, ‘Mol, you should be proud myself here’. This is mad.”To get involved and donate to Mollie’s epic charity challenge, go to comicrelief.com/pedalpower. More