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    Declan Donnelly splashes out on party room after buying house next door to his £7 million mansion

    TV star Declan Donnelly is splashing out on a glitzy party room after buying the house next door to his mansion in a multi-million pound plan.Dec, 48, has invested vast sums in his £7million West London pile.
    Declan Donnelly has splashed out on a party room after buying the house next door to his £7 million mansionCredit: Getty
    But the I’m A Celeb host, who has kids Isla and Jack with wife Ali, is now gutting and refurbishing the run-down property next door after buying it for £2.25million.
    Plans show the star has included a party room – including a custom built bar, a “vintage mirror”, a fireplace and “bespoke” bench seating for guests.
    Public planning documents seen by The Sun reveal the large semi is being converted into two swish apartments.
    His plans for the house next door — two doors from TV partner Ant McPartlin’s former mansion in the same street — were approved by Hounslow council last week.
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    Meanwhile, Ant is expecting his first child in June with wife Anne-Marie Corbett, 46.
    Britain’s Got Talent legend Ant and his wife of three years are “beyond delighted” at the news. 
    Anne-Marie, who has two children from a previous marriage, is understood to have had her five-month scan – prompting the happy couple to confirm the health update following weeks of frenzied speculation.
    A source said: “This is the news everyone wanted. Ant and Anne- Marie are beyond delighted.
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    “It’s no secret that Ant has always wanted children, but that it may never happen for him was something he had, sadly, come to terms with.
    “When they found out last year, they were absolutely delighted, but obviously kept the news quiet for as long as possible.
    Ant and Dec are on the hunt for a new mini Ant and Dec for the final series of Saturday Night Takeaway
    “To be having a child two years short of his 50th birthday, with the love of his life, is the stuff of dreams for Ant.
    “He’s already a wonderful, doting father to Anne-Marie’s kids, and together they’re going to be brilliant parents to this latest addition to the family.”
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    Love Island legend reveals she’s in talks for Celebrity Big Brother

    A LOVE Island legend has revealed she’s in talks to be on Celebrity Big Brother. The reality TV star admitted that discussions are underway and that she is considering taking part in the reality show.
    The Love Island legend has revealed she is in talks to appear on Celebrity Big BrotherCredit: itv
    Olivia Attwood admitted she’s had ‘a talk’ with TV bosses about going on the popular reality showCredit: instagram
    Olivia Attwood, known for her fiery personality and memorable moments on the dating show, could be set to enter the iconic Big Brother house.
    The star revealed that she has had ‘a talk’ with TV bosses about going on the series during a Q&A on her Instagram story.
    A fan asked: “Also, would you ever do Celebrity Big Brother?”
    Olivia replied: “We did talk…”
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    Only time will tell if Attwood will indeed be gracing our screens once again, but one thing is for sure – if she does enter the Celebrity Big Brother house, viewers are in for a wild ride filled with drama, laughter, and memorable moments.
    Olivia rose to fame following her appearance on the third season of Love Island in 2017.
    She’s also starred on Celebs Go Dating, TOWIE, and I’m A Celebrity.
    Now she is the host of her own ITV show named The Price of Perfection, where she talk’s to people undergoing wild beauty procedures in hopes to achieve perfection.
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    Meanwhile the blonde beauty looked incredible as she stripped to her underwear recently.
    It happened after it was revealed she had sold off her old pants.
    Olivia Attwood looks incredible as she strips to underwear after it’s revealed she’s selling off old pants
    Olivia wowed in a sheer polka dot set featuring frilled straps and bows on each strap from Savage X.
    In another sexy snap, showed her wearing a black lace bodysuit.
    Olivia suggested she might pair it with jeans for a night out.
    Olivia showed off her incredible figure in a Savage X Fenty lingerie set recentlyCredit: Instagram / @oliviajade_attwood More

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    Former EastEnders star set to join Celeb MasterChef following stint on I’m A Celeb

    SHE showed off some of her cooking skills around the campfire during her recent stint on I’m A Celeb, and I can reveal that Danielle Harold will soon be donning an apron again.The ex-EastEnders actress who won several awards for her portrayal of brain tumour patient Lola Pearce-Brown, is to take part in BBC1’s Celebrity MasterChef.
    Danielle Harold is set to join Celeb MasterChefCredit: Rex
    A source said: “She is excited to show fans a completely different side to her and hoping to impress the judges with her culinary skills.
    “It’s a high-brow series and she’s aware that she has to bring her A game, but she’s excited about the new challenge.”
    Maybe she can ask her former campmate, food writer Grace Dent, for some tips.
    In December last year, Danielle revealed she felt ‘wiped out’ by her jungle illness but fought on in a bid to win I’m A Celebrity.
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    Millions of TV viewers were completely unaware of the ­former EastEnders actress’s medical drama as none of it was shown on screen.
    It was only after she became the fifth star evicted that she shared her health-scare secret with family and friends.
    Petite Danielle, who is 5ft 3in, told a pal: “I felt wiped out, so rough and unwell, but I was determined to stay in there.
    “I hadn’t gone all that way for it to end like that.”
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    Insiders said that while campmates Grace Dent and Jamie Lynn Spears left on medical grounds, Danielle refused to do the same. More

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    Fresh blow to Calum Best as his TV firm goes bust owing £85k to taxman after appearing in court on sexual assault charge

    REALITY star Calum Best is facing more misery as his TV firm has gone bust owing £85,000 to the taxman.The ex-Celebrity Big Brother contestant, 42, has raked in huge sums from reality TV shows including SAS: Who Dares Wins, Celebrity Love Island and Celebs Go Dating.
    Calum Best is facing more misery as his TV firm has gone bust owing £85,000 to the taxmanCredit: Getty
    But Calum’s media firm Trouble to Triumph Limited has fallen on tough times.
    The financial problems come days after he appeared in a Spanish court accused of sexual assaulting a British holidaymaker.
    Calum, who is the son of the late Manchester United legend George, has put his company into liquidation owing HMRC £85,625 and a further £2,500 to other creditors.
    The former model, who is also chairman of Dorking Wanderers FC women’s team, also owes his firm £48,971 by way of a director’s loan.
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    Forensic accountants have also been hired to recover the outstanding debt.
    The firm was set up in 2015 when he made his first Celebrity Big Brother appearance, which he was paid £50,000 for.
    He returned to the show for another stint in 2017 and then was declared the joint winner of SAS: Who Dares Wins in 2022.
    In 2013, Calum was forced to surrender a £75,000 18 carat gold Jean Lassel watch after declaring bankruptcy due to unpaid tax bills.
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    Speaking about being strapped for cash in 2017, he said: “I wouldn’t be doing f***ing reality TV if I didn’t need to… I do these things as I need to earn a living.”
    He was in court on Tuesday when it was claimed he had sexually assaulted a woman at an Ibiza beach club in April 2022 during a birthday party.
    The teetotal star, who faces three years in jail if convicted, denied the claims.
    The woman told the court via video link from the UK: “Calum Best told me he wanted to show me something, took my hand and guided me round the corner and asked me to close my eyes.
    “Then he put my right hand down his shorts and guided it towards his penis.
    “My hands and his were there and he was sort of rubbing it and there was some kind of forcing, although not enough for me not to pull my hand away and out of his trousers, which I did.” More

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    Helen Flanagan stuns as she glams up in plunging collared dress during Bali holiday with her kids

    Helen Flanagan left fans hot under the collar as she glammed up for a night out in Bali today.Former Corrie star Helen, 33, looked incredible in a plunging collared dress while striking some moody poses.
    Helen Flanagan glammed up for a night out in BaliCredit: Instagram
    She looked incredible in a plunging collared dressCredit: Instagram
    She paired the black-and-white number with a cream handbag and silver lace-up heels.
    The ex I’m A Celebrity campmate posted to shots to Instagram along with the caption, “Jungle Chic,” and a white heart emoji.
    She recently jetted off to the Indonesian island for some winter sunshine with her three kids Matilda, seven, Delilah, five, and Charlie, two.
    Helen has been updating fans with what she’s been getting up to on social media.
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    However, she yesterday posted a cryptic quote about “messing up” just two days into the new year.
    The quote said: “I messed up already, 2025 my year for sure.”
    The mum-of-three then went for a bite to eat with Charlie.
    Alongside a sweet video of the youngster eating his spaghetti bolognese, Helen said: “Lunch with my man,” and a blue love heart emoji.
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    She played Jerusalema by Master KG in the background.
    The soap star later posted a cute clip asking Charlie why he wasn’t napping as he was sat in his designer £1,800 Fendi pushchair.
    Helen is spending some time with her children after spending Christmas without them for the first time last month.
    The soap star shares her kids with footballer ex Scott Sinclair, 34, but they split back in 2022.
    The trio went to spend the festive period with their dad, so Helen didn’t have them for four days.
    Helen is having a lovely time with her three children on holidayCredit: Instagram
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    Fleur East reveals she’s pregnant as I’m a Celeb star shows off baby bump saying ‘2024 is gonna be different’

    POP STAR Fleur East has announced that she’s pregnant with her first child.The It Takes Two host, 36, took to social media on Monday to share the happy baby news with her fans.
    Fleur East has announced that she is pregnant with her first childCredit: PA
    The It Takes Two host and husband Marcel Badiane-Robin are set to become parentsCredit: instagram/@fleureast
    She looked incredible as she posed in a sheer cut-out jumpsuit as she showed off her blossoming baby bump.
    Fleur could be seen cradling her stomach in the sweet photo.
    She captioned it: “2024 is gonna be different,” with a baby and love heart emoji.
    Her fellow celebrity pals were quick to congratulate her.
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    Actress and presenter Kym Marsh wrote: “Ahhh babe!!!! I’m so happy for you! Congrats.”
    Strictly’s Neil Jones posted: “Wooooow this is the best news, congratulations. I wish Marcel was my dad.”
    Laura Whitmore said: “Congrats,” with a love heart emoji.
    Strictly star Fleur is married to fashion designer and stylist Marcel Badiane-Robin.
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    Marcel and Fleur reportedly first met in 2009 after meeting in a bar – the couple then began dating in 2010.
    After almost a decade together the pair tied the knot in a show-stopping ceremony in Morocco with a backdrop of the Atlas Mountains in 2019.
    On the day of the wedding, there were 120 guests present – including Fleur’s I’m A Celebrity campmates Harry Redknapp and Malique Thompson-Dwyer.
    And it appears that love is still in the air for the couple – after five years of married bliss, Fleur said her marriage is only going from strength to strength – and she has Strictly to thank for that.
    In October 2022, Fleur revealed that her sexy routines in the ballroom have transformed her marriage.
    Speaking to The Sun, Fleur said: ”It was like we got married again after the Argentine Tango, I’ve got to say.
    “If you want the spark to be reignited in your marriage, do Strictly.
    “Because honestly, we’ve been together 12 years, when has he ever seen me in a new look every week moving my hips like that.
    “When do you ever get to do that for your partner?
    “It’s like I’m performing for him, every Saturday night. I just want him to sit there and go: ‘Wow, that’s my wife!’
    “The Strictly curse? That’s not even a concern for him.
    “He’s like: ‘Fleur whatever you need to do’. He’s my biggest cheerleader and he’s like, ‘if you need to be passionate in that dance then I need to believe the passion.’
    “When he comes to rehearsal there’s no fooling him. He’s like: ‘Nah, she can bring more than that!’
    “We’re so much closer now because we’re going through this together and we are just spending so many more intimate moments and he’s just gets it.”
     Fleur previously spoke about the pressures she has felt surrounding motherhood since being married.
    Speaking exclusively to The Sun in 2021, Fleur said: “Everyone in my life is begging me to have kids. It’s got to that stage.
    “Me and my husband are really driven and doing a lot with our own careers. He’s into fashion and I’m doing 10,000 things at once.
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    “We definitely want to have a family for sure but we’re not putting pressure on it. Our mums would say different, they’re itching now. They want grandchildren.
    “My mum isn’t a grandmother yet. She’s saying, ‘Give me my grand-babies’.”
    The X Factor star said doing Strictly in 2022 reignited her marriageCredit: PA
    Fleur previously opened up about the pressure of having kidsCredit: Getty
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    Stacey Solomon leaves fans in tears as she shares emotional message alongside pictures from luxury family holiday

    STACEY Solomon left her fans in tears as she shared an emotional New Year’s message. The Loose Women star opened up about her thoughts going into 2024 as she posed in pictures from her luxury family holiday.
    Stacey Solomon left fans emotional after reflecting on her resolutions for 2024Credit: instagram
    She posed alongside her two young daughters on the picturesque beachCredit: instagram
    Stacey, 34, treated her family to a luxury break in Jamaica and she couldn’t help but get reflective as she shared an album of behind-the-scenes snaps on social media.
    The TV personality was pictured on a picturesque beach alongside her husband Joe Swash, 41, and her five kids.
    She posed with her sons Zachary, 15, Leighton, 11, and Rex, four, as well her two daughters, two-year-old Rose, one, and nine-month-old Belle.
    The former I’m A Celebrity winner showed off various snaps of her families celebrations as the cover shot featured the entirety of her beaming brood as they were dressed in complementary outfits by the sea.
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    But Stacey couldn’t help but recognise the new year as she wrote: “🥂 Happy New Year 🥂And Hello 2024… from my family to yours. Firstly, I just want to say, thank you for all of your kindness in 2023.
    “I’m so grateful for this platform & all of the happiness and friendship it brings.
    “I can’t wait to share another year with you, and I hope I can bring a smile or some comfort in to your 2024.
    “But most of all, anything that maybe wasn’t right or didn’t sit well or you wished you could have done or that you held back from last year, I hope you go and get it this year.
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    “It’s definitely time to let go of the negativity or those people trying to put you down and GO AND DO YOU! You deserve it.
    “Let this be YOUR year. And say f**k it to anyone or anything that pulls you away from the love & happiness you deserve.”
    She added: “Love you all to the moon and back. 2024 let’s do this!!”
    Her fans immediately flooded the comments section as they couldn’t help but get emotional at the former X Factor star’s poignant words.
    One fan gushed: “This has just brought me to tears.”
    A second exclaimed: “Stacey..you’re a true inspiration and these words have touched deeply. Wishing you and your family an Amazing 2024.❤️xx.”
    “Happy New Year to you all. Joy and happiness. You deserve it all. You’ve worked hard and you are kind and authentic. We love you ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️,” wrote a third.
    As a fourth commented: “Dear Stacey you always make me smile. You Joe and your gorgeous family. Thank you for being so kind and thoughtful. Big big hugs to you all xxxxx.”
    And a fifth added: “Lovely words 🥂 thank you for all the joy you all bring happy new year to you and yours🥂.”
    She was joined on the luxury trip by her husband Joe SwashCredit: instagram
    Stacey shared an album of sweet behind-the-scenes snaps of her familyCredit: instagram
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    Celebs’ most lavish New Year’s Eve celebrations – from the Beckhams at the Ritz to Molly-Mae in the Maldives

    NEW Year’s Eve is mostly a time for celebrations and parties, and it seems the stars were no different. The celebs were busy partying the night away all over the world in some plush surroundings and luxurious locations.
    Spencer Matthews kissed his wife Vogue Williams as the clock struck twelveCredit: Instagram
    The Beckhams celebrated a glorious year after the release of their Netflix documentaryCredit: Instagram
    From the Beckhams to the Furys there was no shortage of material for fans to see online.
    Some chose to flee the UK for sunny surroundings whilst other names opted for luxury dinners in five-star hotels.
    We take a look at some of the most lavish celebrations from the biggest names in the biz!
    David and Victoria Beckham
    David Beckham opted for a plush lunch with his wife Victoria and her parentsCredit: Instagram
    It’s been a great year for Posh and Becks after the release of their highly-anticipated Netflix documentary.
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    The pair brought in the new year in style as David treated his in-laws Jackie and Tony Adams to lunch and tea at the Ritz hotel.
    David, 48, took to his Instagram stories as he flaunted the stunning selection of cakes and cheese.
    He also shared some sweet behind-the-scenes snaps as he sat round the luxuriously appointed table with his wife Victoria, 49, and her parents.
    The fashion designer also posted the same picture on her own grid page as they drank champagne and indulged in a bit of fine-dining.
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    Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury
    Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury (left) bumped into David Walliams (right) on their exclusive Maldives getawayCredit: Instagram / @dwalliams
    Molly-Mae, 24, and Tommy Fury, 24, fled the UK as they opted for a luxury break in the Maldives.
    However, the pair were surprised to be joined by none-other than former Britain’s Got Talent judge David Walliams.
    The former PrettyLittleThing creative director took to her Instagram as she shared a sweet clip of her fiance and the Little Britain comic.
    They were filmed dancing to Whitney Houston’s 1987 smash-hit, I Wanna Dance With Somebody (Who Loves Me).
    She said: ” “Maybe the most unexpected duo of 2023 just before it ends.”
    Later, David, 52, also took to his social media as he posed with the former Love Island star boxer.
    He jokingly captioned the post: “He wanted me. But I was strong. @tommyfury.”
    Spencer Matthews and Vogue Williams
    Spencer Matthews and Vogue Williams stuck to the Hogmanay theme
    Former Made In Chelsea star Spencer Matthews and model Vogue Williams have always delighted fans with their relationship.
    They opted for a romantic New Year’s Eve as they whisked their kids up to Scotland for a stay in the highlands.
    The pair returned to the lavish the Matthew family’s Glen Affric family estate where they first tied the knot in 2018.
    After watching some early fireworks with their little ones, they got dressed up in true fashion.
    Vogue, 38, donned a stunning pink sequin sleeved bodycon dress whilst Spencer, 35, opted for tartan trousers that was paired with a dapper velvet blazer.
    Sam Thompson and Zara McDermott
    Sam Thompson attended a lavish dinner at a five-star London hotel in a stained topCredit: Instagram
    Sam Thompson is known for his infectious energy, which is arguable what fans loved most for his stint in I’m A Celebrity.
    The former Made In Chelsea star lived like the true King Of The Jungle as he treated his longtime girlfriend Zara McDermott, 27, to a lavish dinner.
    They made their way into the centre of town as they opted for a dinner at the five-star Corinthia Hotel.
    Except not all went to plan as Sam, 31, made a huge fashion blunder after he stepped outside of their lavish home.
    Posting a picture of the pair on her Instagram stories, Zara joked: “Happy new year to everyone apart from Sam who went out of the house with a STAIN ON HIS TOP.”
    Gok Wan
    The superstar DJ partied the night away at a rave in GuildfordCredit: Instagram: / @therealgokwan
    This Morning by day, party by night!
    The stylist and fashion expert lives a double life with his lucrative side hustle as a DJ.

    Gok, was living his best life as he entertained a huge crowd at the Aux Nightclub New Years Eve bash in Guildford.
    He took to his story as he gave a behind-the-scenes glimpse of his impressive set of decks.
    Josie Gibson
    It was a night for fancy dress for Josie Gibson in her home townCredit: Instagram
    Speaking of This Morning, fresh from her own stint in the Jungle, Josie Gibson went all out.
    She also took to social media to give her fans a sneak peek into her New Year celebrations.
    The TV personality opted to party with a gal pal, but they brought in the new year in fancy dress.
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    Josie, 38, flaunted her enviable curves in a plunging blue police themed catsuit with knee-high black suede boots.
    Her friend was dressed head-to-toe in Harry Potter Gryffindor cosplay as they posed in front of an impressive rose gold balloon arch. More