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    Katie Price steps up security with new guard dog after acid attack on car – despite pet death petition

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    ONLYFANS star Katie Price has revealed she is stepping up security as she gets a new guard dog after her car was attacked with acid.Mum of five Katie has revealed that she isn’t taking safety and security lightly as she added that not only has she downsized from Mucky Mansion to ‘somewhere nobody knows’ but she’ll be adding a fierce guard dog to her home too.Katie Price has plans to add a guard dog to increase security after her car was attacked with acid.Credit: InstagramKatie Price previously left her ‘cursed’ Mucky Mansion in Sussex, and is living in a smaller and more private home.The former Page 3 star revealed in an interview to Daily Mail as she said: “I’ve got a guard dog coming on Monday.”The new four legged addition to the household comes after Katie discovered her car had been attacked with acid, and that she’d failed to have much support from the police.She said in the interview: “I called the police, I said, ‘I know you’re saying there’s nothing you can do, but if I’d walked out in the middle of the night and I saw them putting acid on [the car], who’s to say they wouldn’t have thrown it at me?'”That’s the way I look at it. It’s a threat.”Read more on Katie PriceHowever Katie’s new plans for a new dog might incur some backlash, as earlier this year she was the subject of an online petition following a campaign to see her banned from owning animals.The Change petition has gathered much support online as it brands Pricey as ‘irresponsible’ and was started in 2020 after the death of her puppy.The puppy wasn’t the only animal death Katie has suffered, as she’s also had several dogs that have died, she’s lost a horse to road traffic and a depressed chameleon named Marvin to a broken heart.Yet the call for a new guard dog comes as the glamour model looks to tighten her security in her new home, after leaving her ‘cursed’ Mucky Mansion behind. Most read in CelebrityHer new house’s location remains undisclosed as she revealed ‘she loves it’ that nobody can find it.The interview comments come as Katie’s latest memoir, This Is Me, is set to be released and deliver some of her most honest comments yet.In her interview she also revealed how she would love to add to her family, and potentially even have ‘three more’ children to add to her five offspring.The star is now loved up with partner JJ Chalmers, who starred on  Married At First Sight, although it’s not clear if she has already talked about having children with her new beau.In the past she’s been married three times, including to singer Peter Andre, cagefighter Alex Reid and dancer Kieran Hayler.Katie has also seen good news as earlier this month she revealed that she had landed a new TV programme with Channel 4.She exclusively opened up about her new TV project with The Sun on the red carpet for the launch of Channel 4’s coverage of the Paralympic Games.She teased that filming on the as-yet-untitled project is lined up for November in order for the programme to air this Christmas.Katie told us: “Channel 4 are actually doing a brand new thing for Christmas.”We’re filming that in November, which I’m going to love.”Remaining coy on further details, Katie insisted “it would be all magical, it’s all going to be good.”READ MORE SUN STORIESThe former glamour model hinted that it wasn’t the only project being discussed with the broadcaster as she said: “It’s so funny because I’m doing so many shows for Channel 4 at the moment.”I can’t keep up with it myself, but it’s all good.”Katie Price is currently loved up with JJ Chalmers from Married At First Sight.Credit: RexKatie Price has revealed that her new guard dog will arrive next week to help protect her at home.Credit: InstagramThe glamour model has also opened up in interviews as she revealed the police didn’t help when her car was attacked with acid.Credit: instagramThe mum of five is releasing a new memoir, which promises to be her most honest yet.Credit: Instagram More

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      Katie Price reveals she wants THREE more kids as she opens up on family plans and new boobs

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      KATIE Price has revealed she would like to add more children and grow her family, as well as undergoing yet more breast surgery. The 46-year-old has now had her 17th boob job, although this time she’s opted to reduce the size of her chest.Katie Price has revealed she would like to have three more children, and add to her brood.Credit: instagramThe star, who has undergone her 17th boob job, is already a mother to five children.Credit: Instagram/@katiepriceKatie, who’s latest memoir is out later this month, has also revealed that she would like to see her family grow.Speaking to the Daily Mail in an interview, she said: “I want more.”I’m very maternal. If I could have another two or three, I’d be happy.”The star already has five children; Harvey, 22, Junior, 19, and Princess, 17, Jett, ten, and Bunny, nine.Read more on Katie PriceThe star is now loved up with partner JJ Chalmers, who starred on  Married At First Sight, although it’s not clear if she has already talked about having children with her new beau.In the past she’s been married three times, including to singer Peter Andre, cagefighter Alex Reid and dancer Kieran Hayler.The interview comes after the glamour model revealed earlier this month that she had landed a new TV programme with Channel 4.She exclusively opened up about her new TV project with The Sun on the red carpet for the launch of Channel 4’s coverage of the Paralympic Games.Most read in CelebrityShe teased that filming on the as-yet-untitled project is lined up for November in order for the programme to air this Christmas.Katie told us: “Channel 4 are actually doing a brand new thing for Christmas.‘I use surgery like makeup’ says Katie Price as she admits to feeling ‘really ugly’ and wanting a facelift “We’re filming that in November, which I’m going to love.”Remaining coy on further details, Katie insisted “it would be all magical, it’s all going to be good.”The former glamour model hinted that it wasn’t the only project being discussed with the broadcaster as she said: “It’s so funny because I’m doing so many shows for Channel 4 at the moment.”I can’t keep up with it myself, but it’s all good.”The star has faced hardships amid her double bankruptcy and having her famous Range Rover covered in acid but things seem to be on the up.The star has also seen recent highs including finding love again with Married At First Sight star JJ Slater and her new autobiography This is Me out on sale from 18 July.Katie and daughter Princess Andre, 17, who she shares with ex husband Peter Andre.Credit: Not known, clear with picture deskKatie Price has son Junior and daughter Princess with ex Peter Andre, and son jett and daughter Bunny with ex husband Kieran Hayler as well as son Harvey (not pictured). from a previous relationship with Dwight Yorke.Credit: InstagramKatie Price has revealed she is ‘very maternal’ and would like to expand her family further.Credit: instagramThe glamour model is currently loved up with Married At First Sight star JJ Slater.Credit: Getty More

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      George Michael fans can now stay at his luxury pool house… for £550 a night

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      GEORGE MICHAEL fans can feel closer to the late Club Tropicana singer – by staying at his luxury pool house.The one-bedroom pad, connected to the property in Goring-on-Thames in South Oxfordshire where the Wham! legend lived and died, is now available to rent on Airbnb for £550 a night.Fans of George Michael can book to stay at his luxury poolhouse… for £550 a nightCredit: The Wham! singer told Oprah Winfrey how much he loved the pool houseCredit: OprahIt boasts a swimming pool and beautiful gardens next to a tenth-century church.George, who passed away on Christmas Day 2016, once told US chat show host Oprah Winfrey the pool house was “wonderful”.An insider said: “It’s been very popular with fans of the singer who are grateful of the opportunity to experience George’s home first hand.”Meanwhile, George’s former North London home is due a date with the wrecking ball – before it gets a Grand Designs-style redevelopment.READ MORE GEORGE MICHAELAfter he died, the Wham! legend, real name Georgios Panayiotou, left his £98 million fortune to sisters Yioda and Melanie.The latter sadly passed away three years after George on Christmas Day 2019, leaving Yioda, 62, at the helm of the estate.She has now been given the green light by Camden Council after architects BB Partnership vowed to make the crumbling home “habitable”.The home is corner from celebs like Harry Styles and Lewis Capaldi.Most read in BizarreBeloved singer George Michael passed away on Christmas Day 2016Credit: AFP – GettyThe pol house has beautiful gardens next to a tenth-century church.Credit: The one-bedroom pad is connected to his former property in Goring-on-Thames in South OxfordshireCredit:
      GEORGE’S EMPIREHampstead wasn’t George’s only home, with the singer boasting an impressive property portfolio across the world.It included a 16th century house in Goring, Berkshire, where he spent much of his time (pictured above).George bought the home in around 2001 and lived spent much of his time there.In 2004 the singer invited US TV star Oprah Winfrey for a tour around the house.During the interview, revealed he carried out most of the renovation work himself.He died at the property on Christmas Day 2016 and his family sold it in 2019 for £3.4 million.The Careless Whisper crooner also snapped up Number 5, The Grove, in the wealthy suburb of Highgate, North London, in 2002.The Grade II listed semi found itself at the centre of a planning battle in 2019, with neighbours up in arms over the new owners’ plans to change the frontage of their home.New owners Stephen Cameron and wife Clare Harrison, who described themselves as George Michael “superfans”, later won planning permission to build a “super basement” under the front garden.George didn’t just accrue three homes in London, he also bagged a stunning $6 million The property, which went up for sale in 2019, is nestled in the foothills of Santa Barbara, Claifornia.It features a pool, sauna and lighted tennis court and 25 car parking spaces.The unusual home sits on 5.7 acres of land and boasts an unusual hexagonal living space which looks out over the Pacific Ocean.GOT TO HAVE FAITHGEORGE Michael was Britain’s biggest pop star in the 1980s, rising to fame with Wham! before launching a immensely successful solo career.Michael’s songwriting gift gave him and band partner Andrew Ridgeley hits including Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go and I’m Your Man.George went on to sell more than 100 million albums worldwide with Wham! and under his own name.His first solo album, Faith (1987), sold 25 million copies.In 1996, Michael was voted Best British Male at the MTV Europe Music Awards and the Brit AwardsDespite global success in the 1980s, he saw record sales dwindle.From the late 1990s, he was beset by a string of personal crises and drug use, which got him in trouble with the law.After being arrested for a “lewd act” in a public toilet in Beverly Hills, California in 1998.Having hidden his homosexuality for years, he came out aged 34 in an interview with CNN.He told interviewer Jim Moret: “I want to say that I have no problem with people knowing that I’m in a relationship with a man right now. “I have not been in a relationship with a woman for almost 10 years.”In terms of my work, I’ve never been reticent in terms of defining my sexuality. I write about my life.”George later revealed he wrote the 1983 Wham! song ‘Nothing Looks the Same in the Light’, from their debut album ‘Fantastic’, about the moment he realised he was attracted to men.George died unexpectedly aged 53 of heart failure at his home in Goring, Berkshire, on Boxing Day 2016. More

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      Inside Robbie Wiliams’ huge London gig including surprising backstage rider and plans to bring on a pop ‘special guest’

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      ALMOST three decades after he quit Take That to launch a solo career, ­Robbie Williams is still at the top of his game.He proved all the doubters and naysayers wrong to become one of the country’s biggest music stars, amassing 75million global record sales.Robbie Willaims on stage at the Granca Live Fest in Las Palmas, Canary IslandsCredit: ACFIPRESSRobbie with his wife Ayda FieldCredit: GettyRobbie said: ‘I walked through Hyde Park dressed in pink with diamante sunglasses and nobody recognised me’Credit: Instagram/robbiewilliamsAnd now Robbie is preparing for the biggest six months of his career, with the release of a new album and film biopic.He will kick off with a mammoth sold-out show at London’s Hyde Park tonight in front of 65,000 people.But before that he will settle down in the comfort of his plush new West London home to watch England take on Switzerland in their crunch Euros quarter-final.At the two-hour BST gig, Robbie, will belt out some of his biggest hits, including Let Me Entertain You, Supreme, Rock DJ and of course, the song that changed his life, Angels.Read More on ShowbizWhile he is no stranger to performing live, insiders told how Robbie, 50, has been meticulously planning this ­comeback gig for months.A source said: “He has been locked in rehearsals for weeks in East London.“He always puts his all into every show he does, but he also knows that tonight’s Hyde Park gig will be really special.“Production-wise, he is going all-out and has a full dance troupe who have spent the past few days perfecting the impressive choreography.Most read in Celebrity“Robbie has lined up at least one special guest to pop up during his set although their identities are a closely guarded secret.”In years gone by, Robbie would not think twice about knocking back shots before going on stage.Robbie Williams has been a keen player at Soccer Aid for many years In fact, in his four-part Netflix documentary, Robbie, released last November, he admits a lot of his gigs have gone by in a blur — including his three sold-out nights at Knebworth, Herts, in 2003.Now sober for 24 years, Robbie won’t be having a pre-show tipple to calm his nerves in the park venue’s ­exclusive backstage pop-up pub The Golden Lion.Instead, The Sun understands he has requested a mini fridge to be packed with chilled bottled water and large stacks of ice.A source added: “Back in the day it was booze and junk food all round but now Robbie is laser-focused on his health.“His backstage set-up is actually quite boring — it’s all about water and healthy food.“Robbie is in the gym five days a week and has a personal trainer and personal chef to cook him healthy but tasty meals. “From his heaviest, he’s about four stone down — and he’s never felt better.”On Instagram Live backstage from Finland last summer, ­Robbie admitted that despite having a rigorous fitness regime he still ­worries about overdoing it on stage.Not that he lets his fears cause him to tone down his shows.Robbie said: “I am a middle-aged man throwing my body around the stage, so that can cause anxiety about having to do it again, but it is such a rush.“I don’t know — this tour has been more fun than any of the tours. It’s a mixture of being in love with it and being terrified of it. I can see why people get addicted to it.”Robbie celebrated a milestone birthday in February, snubbing a giant bash to quietly turn 50 with his wife Ayda Field, 45, and their four children, daughters Theodora, 11, and Colette, five, and sons Charlton, nine, and Beau, three, by his side.‘Kids my purpose’Robbie said: “Responsibility has been really good for me, and ­having four kids and the onus not being on me but being on them. Before the kids arrived I was always in one crisis or another, ­desperately trying to make sense of everything.“Then, when the kids came, I didn’t have to make sense of anything. It just is.“That has been the big difference in my life. Just get on with it. They are my purpose.”Robbie and Ayda married in 2010 after eight months of engagement and having dated for four years.He had made his name with Take That, the boyband he joined in 1990 aged 16, their first hit coming in 1992.Reflecting on his record-breaking career, he said: “At the age of 50 everything feels like a lap of honour.“Thirty-one years is how long I’ve been in people’s lives.“We have a lot of shared experiences and I think people are used to me now and I’m very grateful. I’m very, very protective, so when I manage to separate myself and look at what’s going on [from the stage], I just see a sea of people smiling and it feels amazing.I walked through Hyde Park dressed in pink with diamante sunglasses and nobody recognised me or bothered me and I really need them to. It wasn’t like this in the NinetiesRobbie Williams“I wish I could bottle it and take it with me. It’s so fleeting but so special and so important in my life.”Once his Hyde Park show is out of the way, Robbie will start gearing up to hit the promotional trail for the big-budget biopic about his life.Better Man will be released in ­cinemas worldwide on Christmas Day, with Paramount Pictures splashing out £22million to secure the North America rights — the most they have spent on an indie film in years.Headed up by The Greatest Showman director Michael Gracey, the film is an original musical.Robbie said of the project: “I’ve got loads planned. I’ve got my film ­coming out at the end of this year and I just did the Netflix thing.Robbie with three of his children on the beachCredit: InstagramThe BST stage in Hyde Park in LondonCredit: Getty“A lot of American companies are putting a lot of money into promoting the film and they are talking about awards season.“Anyone who has seen it has been like, ‘Wow!’ I think I am about to get lucky again. I’ve never been busier.“I’ve never been as ambitious as I am right now. I am full of purpose and I’m loving life.”Throughout his glittering career, Robbie has landed 14 No1 albums and seven No1 singles here.It means he has the most No1 albums for any solo artist, leapfrogging “The King”, Elvis Presley.And Robbie’s 13th studio album, his first since 2019’s The Christmas Present, is also said to be in the works.And that is on top of him putting on his first-ever art exhibition, Pride And Self-Prejudice, at the Moco Museum in Amsterdam in March this year.A source said: “Robbie’s brain is constantly active and he’s always thinking of new ideas to be creative.“His home has an art studio where he spends a lot of time unwinding and painting.“Robbie has made no secret of loving being the centre of attention and doesn’t want to stop living his life in the public eye.”Last month he showed off his self-deprecating humour in a video with US actress Ayda showing him walking through Hyde Park and, amazingly, not being recognised. Robbie admits in the video: “This is very concerning.‘Centre of attention’“We didn’t know we were going to walk back from the restaurant so I’m walking through Hyde Park dressed completely in pink and diamante sunglasses and absolutely nobody has recognised me or bothered me and I really need them to.“I’ll take my glasses off for a bit. It wasn’t like this in the Nineties.”Insisting he wouldn’t change ­anything about his life or career, Robbie has previously said: “I would want to come back and do it all again.READ MORE SUN STORIES“As souls depart this mortal coil and get another chance, I would do it all again.“I’ve been so incredibly lucky. What an unbelievable journey.” More

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      Miley Cyrus reveals the bizarre gift Godmother Dolly Parton once got her as she gushes over country legend

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      I’VE had some weird and wonderful gifts sent to me throughout my career – but nothing as kooky as one Miley Cyrus received from her godmother, veteran country music legend Dolly Parton.Wrecking Ball singer Miley said: “Last Christmas she gave me a whole mannequin, done in her proportions and wearing her outfit.Miley Cyrus revealed she received a whole mannequin from her godmother Dolly PartonCredit: Getty“It’s so major.”And she added: “Dolly’s been like a mother to me. Actually, I was just reading this fax she sent me.“No one else faxes. I have to access my lawyer’s office because the lawyer is the only person who can still receive a fax.“Dolly wrote to me to say, ‘How much do I love you? As much as my heart can hold and as far as my arms can reach’. It gets me choked up. I just love her so much.”READ MORE IN SHOWBIZAnd it seems that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, either.While Dolly wears fluffy heels instead of slippers at home, Miley says she likes to wear platforms when hitting the gym.She added: “The gym looks really tough, but then I’ve got my ivory Gucci slingbacks because they remind me of Marilyn Monroe.“I train in heels mostly. I’m interested in feminising the workout space, because so much of the workout equipment is ugly.”Most read in BizarreIt’s a struggle to get me to go to the gym in trainers so there’s not a chance you’ll see me on the treadmill in heels.But all power to you, Miley.Miley Cyrus’s family has been rocked by a mysterious Britney Spears family-style feud over the last decadeJ-LO FILM REACHES BILLIONSFINALLY some good news for Jennifer Lopez.Netflix blockbuster Atlas, which she stars in, has been watched for 1.3billion minutes, with more than 11million views worldwide.Blockbuster Atlas in which Jennifer Lopez stars in has had 11million views around the globeCredit: GettyOn top of that, the film is one of the most watched here. Last month the singer was hit with rumours she was to divorce Ben Affleck.Then her summer tour was axed amid claims ticket sales were lacklustre.Hopefully these figures give her some comfort – whatever is going on behind the scenes.Anne-Marie looking for green talentANNE-MARIE somehow manages to make this XL-sized lime green tracksuit work as she launches a nationwide hunt for aspiring new singers.The winner of the contest, run by water brand Volvic and which closes on June 14, will get the chance to perform on The Birdcage Stage presented by Volvic at British Summer Time Festival in London’s Hyde Park.Anne-Marie stunned in this lime green tracksuit as she launches a hunt for new singersCredit: Dominic Marley/Getty Images for VolvicAnne-Marie, who will play the festival’s main stage on July 7, said: “Making it as an artist is hard, so I understand the impact this support can have on you when you’re starting out.“I love hearing new talent so I couldn’t be more excited to begin the search with Volvic supporting the next generation of a music community that has made me so happy and given me so much. “We’re looking for passion, promise and an unforgettable performance.”Life’s a peach for GagaLADY GAGA looks glowing as she takes a starring role in her sister Natali’s lavish wedding.The Rain On Me singer stunned in a tight black dress and heels as she attended the wedding rehearsal in Maine in the US.Lady Gaga appeared at her sister Natali’s lavish weddingCredit: BackGridThe superstar stunned in a tight black dress and heels at the rehearsalsCredit: BackGridFor the big day itself Gaga was a bridesmaid – and she looked like she had stepped straight out of Bridgerton in a peach gown.She was escorted by her entrepreneur partner Michael Polansky. Last night those close to Gaga shut down speculation she was pregnant after fans commented on social media about her appearance.Regardless, it’s set to be a huge year for her. The singer will return to the big screen in Joker: Folie à Deux alongside Joaquin Phoenix.And last month Gaga teased her long-awaited return to music with a new album.PEGGY’S GOU-ING FOR ITPEGGY GOU will drop debut album I Hear You on Friday.Eight years in the making, it features collaboration I Believe In Love Again with Lenny Kravitz as well as her 2023 smash hit (It Goes Like) Nanana.The Korean-born DJ and producer, who lives in Germany, said: “I was in survival mode as a kid. Since I was young I’ve had this attitude of, ‘If you think I can’t do it, then I’ll learn. I can do it. I’ll do it even better next time’.”Peggy, who will headline at West London’s Gunnersbury Park on August 17, said of her LP: “My aim was to create something timeless, and to be able to do that I needed more time to listen.“Now I feel like it’s ready to be out there in the world.”CLASSICAL legend Katherine Jenkins has been added to the line-up for Andrea Bocelli’s Hyde Park gig this summer.The mezzo-soprano will join Myleene Klass and Matteo Bocelli at the show on July 5 which is part of American Express presents British Summer Time.If I was excited before, I really can’t wait now.HEY, BIG SPENCER: COVER UP!SPENCER MATTHEWS has been working out every day to prepare to run 30 marathons over 30 days for charity this summer.And his wife Vogue Williams has told how he is falling in love with his fit new physique. Spencer Matthews is to run 30 marathons over 30 days this summer, above with wife Vogue WilliamsCredit: PAShe told Ryan Tubridy on Virgin Radio: “There was a post he posted the other day. “I was like, ‘Spenny, if you’re gonna wear tight leggings, please can you wear shorts over the leggings for everyone else on Instagram?’.“He’s loving getting the bod out because he’s doing his charity run, 30 marathons in 30 days in the desert in August. So he’s training and I’ve never seen someone… he’s going to drown in his own reflection.“He’s just always admiring himself. If he sees a mirror, he has to stop.”Maybe it’s time to cover those up, Vogue.She’s Holden on to that dressAMANDA HOLDEN left for Spain so soon after the BGT final, that she still had her dress on.She shared this snap with me of her lounging by the pool as she prepared to start filming the next series of her BBC renovation show with Alan Carr there.READ MORE SUN STORIESAmanda Holden stunned in this dress at the BGT finalCredit: RexThe star shared with The Sun this snap of her lounging by the pool in the same outfitCredit: Zak Walton
      Ever the professional, Amanda is also still on air on Heart Breakfast this week, broadcasting live from Spain.Please take me with you next time, Mandy. I can pick up the margaritas. More

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      Wagatha war explodes again as Vardy and Rooney’s lawyers battle over £320k bill while Becky stays at £7k a night resort

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      THE Wagatha saga exploded back into life as Coleen Rooney and Becky Vardy’s lawyers slugged it out in a bitter new war.The pair are fighting over a £320,000 bill Becky ran up before the 2022 libel trial. Becky Vardy is holidaying in Thailand at the Koh Samui hotspotCredit: ErotemeMeanwhile, Coleen Rooney is challenging having to pay 20 per cent of the hefty £320,000 legal billCredit: GettyBecky’s pals say she is confident of winning the latest row at the High CourtCredit: Rex FeaturesShe is holidaying in Thailand while Coleen challenges having to pay 20 per cent.The 42-year-old is relaxing at the Koh Samui hotspot with England striker hubby Jamie, 37, and their five kids.“Wag War Two” heard Becky’s lawyers worked on Christmas Day ahead of the 2022 libel trial, which saw Coleen accuse Becky of leaking stories about her. Lawyers for Coleen, 38, are contesting having to pay 20 per cent of £320,000 pre-­trial costs run up by Becky’s team, saying they are “unreasonable and disproportionate”.READ MORE IN SHOWBIZBut Becky’s lawyers insist the costs are proportionate.And her pals say she is confident of winning the latest row at the High Court despite losing in summer 2022.Insiders say Becky’s team are also preparing to fight back later this year after she was made liable for 90 per cent of Coleen’s £1.8million costs. Becky shared selfies by the pool at the swish five-star Four Seasons, where the Sky Atlantic TV hit White Lotus was filmed.Most read in CelebrityA source said: “Becky is living her best life in Thailand with Jamie and their kids. “Being dragged back into a war with Coleen is the last thing she wanted but her team will fight to win this round — and then they hope to get Coleen’s costs knocked down later this year.Coleen Rooney reveals she ‘felt for’ Vardy in ‘painful’ Wagatha trial – and reveals how she got through giving evidence“Becky believes Coleen’s £1.8million costs have been inflated and her team will have their say when they face off for Wag War Three in October. “She is staying at a very exclusive resort and they are enjoying a well-earned break as a family.“It’s also a celebration for Jamie who has gone back to the Premier League with Leicester City“Becky is confident her team will fight her case for her — all while she’s got a cocktail in her hand and the sun on her back.”She is staying at a very exclusive resort and they are enjoying a well-earned break as a familyA source Some of the costs in the current case relate to bids made at a hearing in February 2022 for further documents and information from both sides, as well as Coleen’s attempt to have legal action against Becky’s ex-agent heard alongside the libel claim. Becky, 42, on her Thai break with Jamie, 37, and one of their five kidsCredit: InstagramColeen’s team argued the costs are too much, as they examined the number of people involved in work and the work undertaken, including phone calls, letters and witness statements.But Becky’s team said people had to work almost every day on the case including on Christmas Day and Boxing Day.’Disproportionate’Robin Dunne, acting for Coleen, told Senior Costs Judge Andrew Gordon-Saker: “The costs are excessive and disproportionate.“We are looking at a relatively short period of time here — 61 days.“The total number of hours claimed in this part is 558.6 hours. The total, even with these reduced hourly rates, is over £320,000. “That includes £118,000 of counsel’s fees plus VAT and over £149,000 profit costs plus VAT.“I don’t say that these were inconsequential. These were significant applications and I fully accept there needed to be work done and they needed to be taken seriously.“But we are looking at a period of around eight and a half weeks work where counsel has been involved very significantly at almost every element of this matter.”He pointed out legal costs for a different preliminary hearing in the case had been capped at £25,000, while Becky’s total bill for the libel case reached just over £1million.He said it was “unthinkable” that the court would have allowed Becky to run up the “disproportionate and unreasonable” costs which are at the centre of this dispute.Jamie Carpenter KC, for Becky, hit back at claims of “tactical low-balling” and said: “These rates are reasonable rates.”The costs are excessive and disproportionateRobin Dunne, acting for ColeenHe added: “There’s literally barely a day when work wasn’t done by somebody. Leading counsel worked on the case on Christmas Day while he was on holiday. “Most people were working on it on Boxing Day, everyone worked on it the subsequent day. It really was all hands to the pumps. Nobody was doing work they didn’t need to do.“This wasn’t voluntary, it was a huge amount.”Becky hired Kingsley Napley to represent her in the libel battle, as well as leading barrister Hugh Tomlinson KC and a top junior barrister Sara MansooriToday Judge Gordon-Saker is expected to make his decision over whether Becky’s legal bill was disproportionate and what Coleen has to pay. The pair will then clash again in October where Becky’s team will dispute the £1.8million bill racked up by Coleen’s team.Last week Coleen was pictured leaving a gym session close to the Cheshire home she shares with new Plymouth Argyle manager Wayne, 38, and their four sons.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe private Koh Samui residence boasts its own wine cellar, butlers and private chefs to hire, and organises private yacht charters.Neither Becky nor Coleen are expected to attend the next round of legal wranglings later this year.Becky is stating at the swish five-star Four SeasonsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/fskohsamui/?hl=enSky Atlantic TV hit White Lotus was filmed at the location More

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      Forgotten Gavin and Stacey actor becomes second star to ‘confirm’ they are returning

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      WHEN it comes to a hit sitcom, the main characters tend to be the main focus. But die hard fans never forget the pivotal role played by the supporting cast.Now that Gavin and Stacey is set to return for a final series, there appears, speculation is rife as to which cast members will return, alongside writers James Corden and Ruth Jones who will also star.He became a big star with his own US talkshow, but James Corden hasn’t forgotten his rootsCredit: PARobert Wilfort with his Gavin and Stacey co-star Rob BrydonCredit: BBCBut actor Robert Wilfort has now become the second star to confirm that he will be involved. The 47-year-old plays Stacey’s brother Jason and he took to social media to reveal tell his followers that he’s signed up up.Reposting the black and white photo of James Corden and Ruth Jones holding the script, he wrote, “Here we go then,” as a slew of fans rushed to congratulate him.One said: “Looking forward to this Robert.”read more aboutAnother one said: “ We finally have answers.”Meanwhile another wrote: “Best news ever.”Indeed Robert’s character Jason was involved in a famous fishing trip scene that has left fans asking questions about what happened ever since.The ‘fishing trip’ began life as a minor plot detail in Gavin and Stacey’s fifth episode and has ended in a conspiracy of vast proportions that has gripped the show across three seasons and two Christmas specials.Most read in ShowbizThe fascination of said trip, has also come as a surprise to the actor, who now confesses that the mystery helped to cement his role as an integral part of the show.He said: “It’s a mystery and I love that we’re never gonna find out. Or are we? Who knows? Maybe one day we will. But as far as I know, I don’t think the public will ever know what happened on that fateful trip.”Meanwhile British acting legend Alison Steadman, 77 has confirmed that she will return as Gavin’s mum Pam.Asked if her character will feature in the one-off festive special, Alison said, “yes!”.The Liverpool- born actress revealed it was very early days but insisted: “I know it’s going to happen.”I just haven’t seen the script – none of us has seen the script.”The popular BBC sitcom Gavin and Stacey was co-created and written by James and Ruth, who also starred as Smithy and Nessa, best friends of the titular couple Gavin (Matthew Horne) and Stacey (Joanna Page).The series ran from 2007 to 2010, with its first Christmas special airing on BBC One in 2008. However, it returned almost a decade later for another epic Christmas special in 2019.Viewers went wild over their fan-favourite characters returning to the small screen, but the episode finished on a major cliffhanger.READ MORE SUN STORIESNessa proposed to Smithy, but the episode ended before he gave his answer.The popular sitcom become an institution with millions tuning in on Christmas dayCredit: BBC More

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      Eurovision’s Sam Ryder becomes a millionaire two years after his success at the song contest

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      SCOFF all you want at Eurovision – but it has turned SAM RYDER into a millionaire.Two years on from his second-place finish for the UK in Turin, the Space Man singer is rolling in the dosh.Eurovision has made Sam Ryder a millionaireCredit: GettySo acts performing this Saturday should take note!I can reveal he has taken his pop earnings from £400,000 to £1.4million at his music firms Bizwash and Washbiz.Sam’s latest figures show one firm had £1.3million as of July 2023, while the second had £100,000.The upturn in his fortunes was shown in accounts signed off by him last week and filed at Companies House.READ MORE EUROVISION NEWSSince doing the nation proud at Eurovision, he has released an album, been nominated for a Brit Award and had two No2 singles – Space Man and You’re Christmas To Me, which narrowly missed out on the Christmas No1 spot.Last year’s winner Loreen is also smashing it.She will release new single Forever tomorrow and perform it at Saturday’s Grand Final, before a mammoth tour.Loreen has announced her biggest headline tour to date, which includes shows across the UK next March, and tickets are on sale tomorrow.Most read in BizarreDon’t Leto goA ROUND of applause for Jared Leto and Alfie Boe please, after they abseiled down New York’s Empire State Building for charity.We’re pleased to report Alfie raised way more than, er, a tenor, and helped pull in £2.4million for the Outward Bound network that helps young people.Eurovision 2022: UK’s Sam Ryder performs Space ManJared Leto hangs from the Empire State Building in a charity stuntCredit: GettyAlfie Boe also abseiled down the monumentCredit: SuppliedAlfie and Jared joined 18 others to take on the terrifying feat.Princess Beatrice is a trustee for the charity and was there to cheer them on.Streams honour for AmyAMY WINEHOUSE’s incredible music achievements have been honoured again.Her parents Mitch and Janis have been handed a Brit Billion Award for Amy, which celebrates her reaching one billion streams in the UK.Amy Winehouse has reached one billion streams in the UKCredit: GettyCollecting the award on behalf of the Back To Black singer, who died in 2011, Mitch and Janis said: “We of course wish Amy was here accepting this award in person. “But it’s amazing she is still winning awards for her incredible talent and achievements.“It’s wonderful her music is being discovered by new audiences of young people who love it just as much as her contemporaries.”Amy joins a list of more than 25 acts with the accolade, including Queen, Rolling Stones and Lewis Capaldi.Charli: I did write for BritCHARLI XCX has confirmed our story that she wrote songs for a new Britney Spears album.We told in December how Charli had been part of sessions for a comeback record, which has now been put on hold.Charli XCX has confirmed she wrote songs for a new Britney Spears albumCredit: GettyShe has finally spoken about it, during an appearance on Watch What Happens Live on US TV – after Britney tried to talk down the news.Charli said: “It leaked to the press. “Britney then did this post where she was like, ‘I don’t have random people write for me.’ And I was like, ‘Oh. OK. Go off’. “So I don’t know that she was a part of the process. “I went to Malibu and I wrote.“The team were present. But she didn’t record it.”Festival fun
      SOUTH By South-west will launch in London next year, celebrating innovations in creativity, culture and tech.
      For decades the festival has been held in Texas, where it showcased artists including Amy Winehouse, Billie Eilish, Stormzy and also Ed Sheeran.
      Locations are yet to be revealed but it will in June, with tickets on sale in October.

      Win gig ticketsIF you haven’t entered our competition to win a pair of tickets to see seriously cool acts this summer, you’ve got two days left.Our friends at Live Nation have some amazing tickets to give away.Win tickets to see Pearl Jam in Manchester or LondonCredit: GettyTickets for Moby in London could also be yoursCredit: The Mega AgencyThere are a pair of tickets for Nicki Minaj, Eagles, Pearl Jam, Doja Cat and Moby up for grabs.Head to thesun.co.uk/concertweek and fill in your details.You could see Pearl Jam in Manchester or London, Eagles in Manchester or Moby in London.Nicki is in Glasgow, Birmingham, London and Manchester.If you prefer Doja, catch her in Glasgow, Birmingham, Newcastle or London.Live Nation’s Concert Week is offering fans more than 40,000 tickets from £25 for some of the biggest shows this year, from pop superstars to legendary rock bands, so keep an eye out for promotions.There is also a pair of Nicki Minaj tickets up for grabsCredit: GettyStormzy the beer leaderSTORMZY got the beers in after his team AFC Croydon Athletic got promoted to the dizzy heights of the eighth tier of English football.The Heavy Is The Head rapper, along with girlfriend Maya Jama, were seen partying after they beat Knaphill FC 2-1 in the Combined Counties Football League Premier South Division play-off final.Rapper and co owner of AFC Croydon Athletic, Stormzy, celebrates promotion to the eighth tier of English footballCredit: GettyStormzy, pictured in the changing room, bought the South London club last year in a consortium with Galatasaray’s Wilfried Zaha and ex-Crystal Palace kit man Danny Young.His decision to get involved in the club has meant renewed support for AFC Croydon, which has led to more ticket sales and more pints and pies being bought – in a boost to local business.There is nothing better in my eyes than a day out at the football, and to see how much Stormzy has helped his local club is brilliant.We could do with a touch of that magic at Spurs right now.I am… so moved by Tom★★★★☆IF Tom Walker was feeling nervous as he walked on stage for his biggest-ever show, he certainly didn’t show it.I was crammed in like a sardine among thousands of his fans who loved every second of the gig in Hammersmith, West London, which celebrated songs from upcoming new record I Am.Tom Walker put on quite the show in HammersmithCredit: Toby YeoHis latest single Head Underwater was met with huge cheers, while Just You & I was so moving that I got a bit teary as he dedicated the track to his wife Annie, who was in the crowd.That could have been the beer talking of course.But there is something about Tom’s soulful voice and masterful lyricism that could make even Danny Dyer go a bit mushy inside.He finished, as you’d expect, with a killer performance of his breakaway hit Leave A Light On.Mark my words, Tom will be playing in arenas in years to come.Ellie HenmanSydney lightens upAFTER throwing some pretty epic shade at the Met Gala to the film producer who slagged her off, Sydney Sweeney is back to her blonde best.She chose to wear a short, dark wig to the event on Monday, left, which looked an awful lot like Carol Baum’s hair.Sydney Sweeney threw some shade at the film producer who slagged her off at the Met GalaCredit: GettySyd’s hair looked a lot like Carol Baum’s, the producer who claimed she ‘can’t act’ and ‘isn’t pretty’Credit: GettyThe rug, according to my Met mole, was a pointed jab at Carol, who previously said the Euphoria actress “can’t act” and “isn’t pretty”.I think a trip to Specsavers is on the cards, Carol.Sydney looked like she’d swerved a hangover as she headed into the sunshine wearing a bandeau shirt dress.READ MORE SUN STORIESI’m not sure the same could be said for top caner Rita Ora, spotted coming home from an after-party as the sun came up on Tuesday.Nurofen for breakfast, Rita? More

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      Who is Rosie Ramsey?

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      ROSIE Ramsey has seen her stardom soar over the years thanks to her success as a host of one of the UK’s most popular podcasts.But who is she and does she have children? From her successful career to her family life – here’s everything you need to know about podcaster and presenter Rosie Ramsey.Chris Ramsey pictured with wife Rosie RamsayCredit: GettyWho is Rosie Ramsey and what is she famous for?Rosie Ramsey, born August 30, 1986, in South Shields, Wales, is a popular podcaster, author, and television presenter.She is best known for co-hosting the smash hit podcast, Sh**ged Married Annoyed, alongside her comedian husband, Chris Ramsey.The podcast, which first aired in February 2019 and has since attracted over millions of downloads, won both the Global Best Podcast award and the British Podcast Listeners’ Choice award in 2020.At the end of 2021, the pair toured their smash hit podcast in Arenas across the UK.Read More on Rosie RamseyChris and Rosie’s live tour broke the record for the world’s biggest live podcast audience ever.The duo sold out their hometown of Newcastle’s Utilita Arena, as well as selling out their whole tour within just 60 minutes of going on sale.In addition to her podcasting career, Rosie’s on-screen credits include interviewing WWE superstar John Cena and Hollywood actress Leslie Mann for The Chris Ramsey Show on Comedy Central.The presenter has also appeared on TV titles such as The Sara Cox show, Alan Carr’s Epic Game Show, Married to a Celebrity: A Survival Guide and Parenting for Idiots, The Chris and Rosie Ramsey Show, the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas special, as well as co-hosting a drive-time show on Capital Radio.Most read in CelebrityHow long has she been married to Chris Ramsey and how did they meet?Rosie and Chris first met when they were teenagers and married in 2014.During this time, Rosie was a singer in a girl group while Chris was just kicking off his stand-up comedy career.I don’t think many marriages have as many highs as we have.Rosie RamseySpeaking to Living North, Rosie explained: “Chris and I have known each other since we were 14 years old.“We went to different schools, and we used to play out in the same street, and then we went to the same college.“So we’ve always known each other. Then we met properly on a night out and it went from there, the rest is history.”During an exclusive interview with The Sun in May 2023, the couple shared a glimpse into their married life – and the secret to keeping the romantic spark alive.Revealing the secret, Rosie laughed: ‘’Just getting drunk,’’ while Chris agreed: “Couldn’t have put it better myself.”Chris and Rosie Ramsay celebrate pubs reopening by taking baby Rafe for ‘first pint’Rosie continued: “It might not be the best to be laughing about because we’ve got two young kids — but it’s having nice times together, realising we’re so lucky, just laughing at the stress, and making a bit of an effort with each other. ”We make each other laugh, and that’s key.”Chris added: “We’re affectionate, too. We’re always hugging and kissing. Hey, we held hands walking around London the other night.”The pair also explained that oversharing with the nation has done wonders for their relationship – but when it comes to plotting their future, they admitted that they were “winging it”.Chris continued: “The best way I can describe it is we’ve jumped on a rollercoaster and we’re riding it, and we’ll see what happens.“If we’d sat down at the beginning when we were recording the first episode of the podcast and said, ‘Oh, the plan for this podcast is all of these things . . . ’ people would have thought we’d lost our minds. But it’s all happened, it’s crazy, we’re just going to enjoy it.”Meanwhile, Rosie said: “I don’t think many marriages have as many highs as we have.”How many children do Rosie and Chris have?Chris and Rosie share two sons together, Robin and Rafe.They welcomed Robin a year after they tied the knot in 2014.After trying for another baby, Rosie opened up about suffering a miscarriage 12 weeks into her pregnancy.Speaking to Vicky Pattison on her podcast in 2020, she said: “I found out at the 12-week scan I’d actually lost the baby.”It’s called a blighted ovum which is a missed miscarriage… honestly, I don’t want to sound dramatic, but it was one of the worst things that have ever happened in my life.”Not too long after speaking out about her miscarriage, Rosie gave birth to the couple’s second son, Rafe, in January 2021.Is Rosie Ramsey taking part in Comic Relief 2024?Red Nose Day takes place on Friday, March 15, 2024.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe telethon will be broadcast live from Media City UK, Salford, on BBC One and will show a range of sketches, as well as welcoming celebrity guests and music stars who are doing their bit to raise money for Comic Relief.As host of the event, Sir Lenny Henry will be joined by Joel Dommett, Davina McCall, Paddy McGuinness, Romesh Ranganathan and David Tennant, along with Maya Jama and Rosie Ramsey – who will be making their Red Nose Day live debuts. 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