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    The Repair Shop star Jay Blades reveals his beloved uncle has been ‘murdered’ as he announces break from social media

    THE REPAIR Shop star Jay Blades has revealed his beloved uncle has been “murdered” as he announces a break from social media. The TV star took to social media to make the heartbreaking announcement. He claimed his uncle was ‘murdered’Credit: TV CompanyJay took to Instagram to share the heartbreaking newsCredit: InstagramThe 54-year-old posted on Instagram sharing that he had just bid farewell to his uncle at the funeral following his tragic death weeks ago. In a sad video, Jay admitted the shocking loss had left him feeling “messed up”.He captioned the video: “Good evening all. See you soon.”Although The Repair Shop beloved presenter didn’t share details about the tragedy, he claimed his late uncle was “murdered”.READ MORE SHOWBIZ STORIES Following the the loss, he announced he will step away from social media temporarily yo prioritise his well-being.He claimed he will seek therapy during this tumultuous time. The TV host said: “Hope you’re all well. This is kind of like a public service announcement.”I’ve just been to my uncle’s funeral, he was murdered a few weeks ago. Really, super nice guy, shouldn’t have happened to him, but it really affected me. Most read in Showbiz”I feel a little bit messed up. So what I’m intending on doing is this. I’m coming off social media for a bit, and I’ll be back in a bit. Going to go and get some therapy and just chill out.”Please, take care of each other, take care of yourself, and I’ll see you guys soon.”Jay’s family and friends flocked to give their support, with Julia Bradbury offering her condolences. She wrote: “Sorry to hear this Jay. Glad you’re taking some time out.”Fred Sirieix sent a red heart emoji, while 5News host Claudia-Liza Vanderpuije said: “Look after you bro. So sorry for your loss.”Louise Minchin wrote: “I am so sorry to hear this, sending you love xx.”The popular host has faced numerous challenges throughout his career and personal life. He was raised in Hackney by his mother Barbara and maternal half-brother.He previously fought back tears after a guest was left speechless and sobbing on the latest episode of the BBC show.Kirsten and Jay were handed a replica of the famous Italian statue of David for restoration. READ MORE SUN STORIESThe guest brought in the precious sculpture to the professionals, who had no idea of the heart-wrenching story attached to it. When Jay heard the emotional story, he was utterly taken aback by the unique artwork. The BBC star didn’t disclose details about the tragedyCredit: BBC/Ricochet/Ian West More

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    Furious model at centre of Ekin-Su and Davide’s split slams Turkish actress for ‘playing the victim’

    THE OnlyFans model at the centre of Ekin-Su Culculoglu and Davide Sanclimenti’s split has hit out at the ­Love Island star for needlessly dragging her into the fallout.Sylvija Vasilevska told in an exclusive ­interview how Italian model Davide simply hit like on a few of her Instagram snaps — which prompted his fellow reality show ­winner to fly off the handle.
    The OnlyFans model at centre of Ekin-Su and Davide’s split has slammed the Turkish actress for ‘playing the victim’Credit: BackGrid
    Sylvija Vasilevska says Davide simply hit like on a few of her Instagram snapsCredit: Instagram
    Ekin-Su revealed on ­Monday that she and Davide had splitCredit: Splash
    Ekin-Su revealed on ­Monday that she and Davide had split.
    Her fans have since been trolling Sylvija, brand­­ing the blonde a “homewrecker”.
    Lithuanian Sylvija had met Davide as part of a group of people in ­Manchester, where they both live, before his 2022 appearance on the ITV show.
    She said: “I feel like Ekin is trying to play the victim in this and I’m this evil porn star who has stolen her man — who I’ve never properly met.
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    “I’m in shock.”
    The social media star, who has more than a ­million followers on Instagram, continued: “He’s liked a few of my stories.
    “I’m so confused as to where this has come from.
    “She’s convinced I’m the girl (that broke them up), but I am not.
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    “Luckily I’m single. Imagine trying to explain this to someone you’re seeing? It’s such a random thing.
    “All I’ve done is liked his ­picture. It was completely innocent.
    “Of course Ekin is upset but it’s got nothing to do with me.”
    Opening up about the trolling, she said: “I just wish Ekin had sent me a direct message. I could have cleared all this mess up
    “But she’s liking tweets about me which indicates to her fans that he did cheat with me, which prompted ­messages calling me trash and a homewrecker.
    “I’m so angry to have been dragged into this.
    “No offence to them but I couldn’t care less about their relationship.
    “I would never go near a guy who has a girlfriend.”
    Maybe Davide should have kept his “likes” to himself . . . 
    IT’S ‘NO MORE BULLS**T’
    JUST days after announcing her split from Davide, feisty Ekin-Su hinted at a decisive new chapter in her life.
    She said: “I feel like every year I know myself more.
    “I don’t tolerate bulls**t – I’ve got boundaries, I’m a stronger person than I ever was.
    “I have a closer, smaller friendship group.
    “I don’t say yes to everything any more. I’m embracing being more of a mature version of myself. I love it, and I think it’s sexy.”
    Ekin revealed that taking part in The Traitors US last year, alongside ex Speaker of the House John Bercow, taught her a lot about what she wants out of life.
    In the frank interview promoting her BPerfect Cosmetics, she continued: “The Traitors changed me in a good way . . . realising life is too short and to treasure your loved ones and see your family as much as you can.
    “I’m 30 this year. I need to get my shizzle together.”
    After gaining a fanbase in the States, Ekin now has her sights set on Hollywood.
    She said: “America is lovely and if there are ever work opportunities there, I wouldn’t turn them down. Follow your dreams.”
    BRIDGERTWO
    I TOLD last year how Bridgerton hunk Luke Newton was looking for love on celeb dating app Raya after splitting with West End actress Jade Davies.
    However, fans have been speculating that the actor, who plays Colin Bridgerton in the sexy Netflix period drama, has found love on the set of his own show with Claudia Jessie, who plays his sister Eloise.
    Luke Newton has reportedly found love with his co-star Claudia JessieCredit: Twitter
    The pair play brother and sister on BridgertonCredit: Rex
    They were seen looking cosy at a New York Knicks basketball game last week while on a trip to the Big Apple.
    But their publicist has insisted they are just “good friends”.
    Sorry to slam dunk the fan theory.

    DAN WALKER has revealed that he still keeps in touch with his Strictly pro partner Nadiya Bychkova.
    Channel 5 presenter Dan, who finished fifth on the show in 2021, said: “I still see Nadiya every now and again.
    “We go out for dinner and we have mutual friends so it is nice to stay in touch but not have to train three million hours a week.”
    Ukrainian pro Nadiya grew close to fellow skater Kai Widdrington on the 2021 series, before the couple confirmed their romance the following year.

    DUA GETS PHYSICAL FOR GRAMMYS
    DUA LIPA still has flex appeal – even in a tracksuit – as she prepares for her headline performance at tonight’s Grammy awards.
    The singer, who will ­belt out her Barbie movie hit Dance The Night on stage at the Crypto.com Arena in LA, posted a video of her in ­training with a team of ­dancers.
    Dua Lipa is preparing for her headline performance at the Grammy awardsCredit: Instagram
    Dua posted a video of her in ­training with a team of ­dancersCredit: Instagram
    Dua will perform hit Dance The Night on stage at the Crypto.com Arena in LACredit: Instagram
    It remains to be seen whether she will bring her new beau, actor ­Callum Turner, to the glitzy event after the pair were snapped together last month.
    Other Brits nominated for top awards include Ed Sheeran, ­Arctic Monkeys and Fred Again.
    Good luck, gang.

    PAUL McCARTNEY rocked up in LA ­yesterday just a day before the Grammys, which was great timing since The Beatles are nominated for Best Music Video for Revolver track I’m Only Sleeping.
    If it wins, director Em Cooper will pick up the gong.
    Throughout their time together, The Beatles scooped seven Grammys. Maybe Macca can’t resist a celebration.

    SHE will always be a star in my eyes.
    But Kylie Minogue says she now recognises herself as one following her hit Padam Padam last year.
    Asked if she considers herself an icon, she replied: “Sometimes.
    “When I saw the hero shot in the Padam video, I knew I was feeling it. I went, ‘This feels good’.”
    All hail Queen Kylie.

    WEDDING BARRAGE FOR PAUL
    LIL Boo Thang hitmaker Paul Russell has revealed he is being inundated with requests to play at weddings.
    It’s hardly surprising considering the track, which has gone viral on TikTok, is one of the catchiest songs in the charts.
    Paul Russell has revealed he is being inundated with requests to play at weddingsCredit: PA
    Paul told me: “There is not as much happy music coming out now.
    “When you go to a wedding or someone’s prom or something, there is not a celebratory song that people are playing from recent years.
    “So, for me, it is making stuff to fill that void.
    “I have got so many ‘come and perform at my wedding’ requests. It is insane.”
    However US star Paul, who released latest tune Say Cheese last month, admitted he was nervous about putting Lil Boo Thang out on TikTok – where it has had more than 11million views.
    He said: “I was hesitant. There are a lot of artists who are like, ‘That feels too promo’. I held out for a while.
    “Then I met this college kid who was really into it.”
    DATING SNUBS MIGHTY RUDE
    SHE found fame on Love Island in 2018, but Samira Mighty says she still gets “ghosted” – a Gen-Z term for ignored – after dates.
    The rising pop star said: “I have dated people and it has gone really well and you think they are so into you.
    Samira Mighty says she still gets ‘ghosted’ after datesCredit: Amy Cook
    “Then they ghost you.
    “That happened to me recently. It is disgusting. I deserve better.”
    Samira, whose songs have been played on the ITV dating show, revealed writing her new track Broke Me Good, from her debut EP Dancefloors And Drama Vol. 1, was a form of therapy.
    She said: “It kind of helped because that was exactly how I was feeling at the time. Broke Me Good was that you have ­broken me down so much I can’t actually feel anything any more.”
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    Samira added: “I am an advocate for standing up for yourself, and men are trash sometimes, so the whole Taylor Swift era – that is what I am in.
    “Sad, hot girl pop is what I like to call it.” More

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    Kika Gomes shows off her curves in sexy bikini on the beach

    MODEL Kika Gomes slips off to the beach — after sliding into action on the ice with her F1 driver boyfriend.The 20-year-old was pictured with beau Pierre Gasly, 27, while ice skating at the Somerset House skating rink in London last month.
    Kika Gomes slips off to the beach in this revealing bikiniCredit: Capture Media Agency
    Kika shows off her stunning curves in the seaCredit: Instagram
    Kika was pictured with beau Pierre Gasly while ice skating at the Somerset House skating rink in London last monthCredit: Instagram
    Kika, who is Portuguese, is the daughter of racing driver Goncalo Gomes, and has been dating Pierre for the past two years.
    He clearly knows a winner.
    She grew up in the fast lane with racing driver dad Gonçalo and TV host mum Maria.
    Kika, real name Francisca, has collaborated with several beachwear brands including Calzedonia and Natura Portugal.
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    Her mum Maria is a top TV presenter and model, and dad Goncalo was a racing driver.
    Gasly drives for the Alpine team now co-owned by Trent Alexander-Arnold and Travis Kelce.
    He is considered as one of the sport’s biggest rising stars.
    He started seventh in last night’s US Grand Prix in Texas.
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    Kika has been dating Pierre for the past two yearsCredit: Instagram
    Kika’s mum Maria is a top TV presenter and model, and dad Goncalo was a racing driverCredit: Instagram / @francisca.cgomes More

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    Nicole Scherzinger stuns as she rips off her see-through dress and shows off her incredible figure

    SINGER Nicole Scherzinger left fans in awe as she ripped off a sparkling see-through dress to show off her incredible figure.The former Pussycat Doll sensation, 45, showcased a stunning silver dress for her followers in a video on Instagram.
    Nicole Scherzinger wowed fans in a glittery dress
    She tore off part of the outfit to reveal her sculpted abs
    The singer posed up a storm in the Instagram video
    The dazzling gown accentuated Nicole’s every curve as she shimmied to one of Troye Sivan’s latest pop songs.
    In true Scherzinger style, the Instagram video took a dramatic turn as the pop diva strategically ripped off a section of the silver chainmail, revealing her sculpted abs underneath.
    She continued to lip sync along to the music while posing in the daring outfit that left little to the imagination.
    The American captioned the clip: “I’ll be like one of your girls or your homies.”
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    Fans appreciated the bold fashion move, and flocked to the comments to compliment her style.
    One person sang her praises saying: “You shine with a thousand lights, you sparkle like a billion stars and what doesn’t change is your beauty, as sublime as ever.”
    Another shared: “You get more and more beautiful each and every day.”
    A third exclaimed: “Good Lord, you are absolutely breathtaking Nicole! Wishing you love and happiness always.”
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    A fourth joked: “OMG! So hot I have to let my phone cool down.”
    Someone else made a dig at her Formula One star ex boyfriend, writing: “What was Lewis Hamilton thinking?” More