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    Noughties pop legend will release new song with superstar Mariah Carey TWENTY years after it was recorded

    NOUGHTIES pop icon Daniel Bedingfield is set to release an unheard superstar duet recording from over twenty years ago.The Gotta Get Thru This singer has confirmed plans to unleash the record from the vault in an attempt to see if it can go viral and become a smash hit.Mariah Carey will be heard on Daniel Bedingfield’s unreleased balladCredit: Instagram/Mariah CareyThe star is planning to release some of his never before heard tracksCredit: RexThe star rose to fame in the early 2000sCredit: PA:Press AssociationDaniel revealed that he recorded a song with music diva Mariah Carey back at the peak of his career.Sadly, the track never received an official release with the popstar admitting it has been sitting on his hard drives ever since.The ballad is titled Thousand Life Times and is set to be a welcome treat to fans of both singers.Speaking about his decision to finally release the hit track, Daniel said: “It really burns a hole in my heart, just sitting there unreleased. The fans would love it.”Read More on MusicHe was chatting with the Daily Star about his new business venture which will see many of his unreleased tracks finally teased to the public to see if they can go viral or not.Speaking about the abundance of his music that had been overlooked by record labels, he told the publication: “There are hundreds and thousands of songs that are recorded and left on hard drives, hundreds of the best albums I have ever heard that record companies have just never released.“And so what I am fascinated with right now is creating a system to get those unreleased songs released. “Because the record companies don’t care about them but the artists really do, and the fans do.”Most read in MusicHis business, titled H00ks, will see him release 40-second snippets of tracks to see if they will perform well on TikTok.In recent years, many of the globe’s chart-toppers have gained success thanks to developing traction on viral social media platform TikTok.‘Very self indulgent’ complain Daniel Bedingfield fans as star ‘fails to play hits and leaves stage after an hour’ at comeback gigArtists have also adopted a strategy of teasing a short snippet of tracks for weeks before its release in order to drum up as much enthusiasms and excitement for the track’s official release date.Daniel is now hoping to replicate this and the releases that perform well will see an official release.He added: “Fans create videos for them blow them up on socials and then the artist knows, ‘Oh actually this music that is unreleased is the hit as it’s going viral’.”Recently, the singer came under fire from disappointed fans who were left slating his latest concerts after being left underwhelmed at the lack of recognisable songs.He became a chart-topper and an award winnerCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdHe surprised fans when he announced a return to the spotlight with three UK music gigs.But the recent show at Manchester’s Bridgewater hall left fans unimpressed, with many blasting his performance as “self indulgent”.Writing on social media, one fan wrote:“30 minutes in and Daniel Bedingfield is yet to sing a “hit,” Feels like a quite selfish concert, singing new material and doing him a disservice as his voie is still great.”Another wrote: “Really really poor, a show consisting of a load of new material that nobody came to see, very self indulgent. Sang probably 4 old songs at the most, voice went and left the stage after just over an hour. I love him but this was just disappointing!”READ MORE SUN STORIESMeanwhile another fan also said they left the venue ‘disappointed.’“I was really disappointed too. Seemed very self indulgent lot’s of new songs very few hits, even though it was advertised as a celebration of twenty years since the successful two albums. Voice went halfway through and it was like he didn’t want to sing the well known songs.”Daniel Bedingfield’s rise to fame & career switchHe has enjoyed a life in the spotlight after becoming one of the hottest singers of the early 2000s. This is his rise to fame including his very surprising career switch.
    Bedingfield’s breakthrough hit Gotta Get Thru This was written in his bedroom and took the UK music scene by storm in the early noughties.
    After topping the charts in 2001 and 2002, his debut album sold more than 4 million copies after which he won Best Male at the Brit Awards.
    But the New Zealand born star struggled with the scrutiny of the spotlight and after his second album failed to replicate the success of the first, he retreated from the spotlight.
    When a stint in a West End musical War of the Worlds came to an abrupt end after just two months in 2016, Daniel decided to throw himself into another career.
    He followed his passion for environmental issues, working in regenerative farming.
    Speaking to The Sun, Daniel said the switch was good for his mental health after the madness of the music business.
    ” I focused it on learning languages and trying to reverse climate change, honestly. Trying to figure out regenerative practices, aggro farming, so I just learnt a lot of that.
    “It’s the same level of intensity, the eco-system’s being destroyed by human hands and we have to do something to reverse it, and I just put that same intensity into something else.

    Mariah will appear on the song Thousand Life TimesCredit: Splash More

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    Reality TV star’s X-rated OnlyFans videos leak online – just as they make dating show debut

    A REALITY TV star has had their OnlyFans content leaked online just as they made their debut on a controversial dating show.Milf Manor has left reality TV viewers gripped with its jaw-dropping format and saucy scenes.A Milf Manor star has had their OnlyFans content leaked online as they made their show debutCredit: Discovery+Divorced dad Ashley Ward has had his explicit images and videos posted on social mediaCredit: Discovery+Gym fanatic Ashley is appearing on Milf Manor with his son Jacob, picturedCredit: Discovery+Ashley has locked down his X – formerly Twitter – accountCredit: Instagram/itsashleywarddThe show, which airs on TLC and Discovery+, sees middle-aged women get the chance to find love with younger men.But in a game-changing twist show bosses introduced the studs’ greying hunky fathers.However, The Sun can exclusively reveal one star has had their X-rated images and videos leaked online.more on milf manorRetired rugby player Ashley Ward has locked down his X (formerly Twitter) account after the explicit content appeared on the platform.It’s understood the media was taken without permission from the 54-year-old’s secret OnlyFans account.Ashley’s account on the adult-sharing website – which is under an alias name – warns his subscribers that “any infringement on the rights to any content posted on my profile will result in legal action”.He is appearing on Milf Manor with his 23-year-old son Jacob after the gym fanatic finalised his divorce nine months ago.Most read in ShowbizThe Sun has contacted reps for Discovery+.Milf Manor raised eyebrows when the first series aired last year, and was branded the ‘most disgusting reality TV ever’ by some.I slept with my son’s best friend – he only found out during a game of ‘truth’, I knew he didn’t know… he said it was ‘savage’ It saw a group of ‘hot moms’ head to a stunning location in the hopes of finding love with a younger man.However, it turned out that the hunks they were going to be living with were their sons.Ashley’s account on the adult-sharing website, which is under an alias name, warns his subscribers that “any infringement on the rights to any content posted on my profile will result in legal action”Credit: Instagram/itsashleywardd More

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    Double bankrupt Katie Price claims fans mistake her for A-list pop star as she flogs discounted beauty boxes on TikTok

    KATIE Price has claimed fans mistake her for an A-list pop star while flogging discounted beauty boxes on TikTok.The former glamour model, who was declared bankrupt in 2019 and last month, took to the social media platform to sell some bits while on a live.Katie Price has been flogging beauty boxes on TikTokCredit: PAThe star said fans have mistaken her for Katy PerryCredit: Instagram/ americanidolDuring her live Katie, 45, also confessed that her fans have commented on how she looks like I Kissed A Girl songstress Katy Perry.Katie confessed: “What I get a lot lately people say are you Katie Perry. “I don’t think I do but she’s stunning.”Katy is married to hunk Orlando Bloom, and they share a child together.Read more on Katie PriceThe singer is best known for her huge hits such as Thinking Of You, Teenage Dream, California Gurls and Roar.Katie told her 1.6m followers that she is selling a beauty box, valued at £278, with 20 products in it for just £54.The mum-of-five described the box as ‘good for birthdays and Christmas presents’.There is a Katie bundle which is in a flash sale, which is being sold for £23, when it’s actually worth £80.Most read in CelebrityThe mystery bundle has seven products in it and everything’s worth £50 – but they are being sold for £16.20 – and it includes heat spray, serum, body stuff and cleansing balm.A mystery box, which is has stuff over £100 in it, is also in a flash sale and can be bought for £25.50.Katie Price’s son Junior, 18, reveals he has a secret girlfriend The box has stuff like shampoo, conditioner, heat spray and eye cream in it.Katie is due back in court in a few days time after missing her last bankruptcy hearing.Last month the star was declared bankrupt for the second time.Katie, who was not present at court, has an unpaid tax bill worth more than £750,000. She has now been summoned to the courtroom to face up to her problems once again on 14 May.Katie was first declared bankrupt in November 2019, with debts of £3.2million.Everything you need to know about Katie Price Step inside the life of former glamour model Katie Price More

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    Kay Burley shows off stunning new home as reveals why she’s taken time off from Sky Breakfast

    KAY Burley showed off her stunning new home as she revealed why she’s taken time off from her breakfast show. The fan favourite presenter has been taking some much needed down time away from Sky News to move to the country. Kay Burley has had some much-needed down time from her breakfast showCredit: GettyThe Sky News star showed off her stunning new home on social mediaCredit: Instagram / @kayburley_She usually takes to the airwaves every weekday morning to present the flagship breakfast show on Sky NewsCredit: Sky NewsKay Burley, 63, usually fronts the flagship breakfast show with former BBC News star Gareth Barlow, 33, and correspondent Mhari Aurora, 28.She been absent from her weekday morning show this week as Wilfred Frost and Leah Boleto have been filling in. But the long-time anchor took to her social media to give a behind the scenes sneak peak at her new luxurious surroundings. She posted a warm image of a stunning hallway onto her Instagram stories. READ MORE ON KAY BURLEYHer new manor-house style abode has a luxurious feel with an elaborate glass chandelier. The ceiling was lined with an elaborate hand-carved cornice as the polished wooden floorboards glowed from the sunshine light. The room contained a huge floor to ceiling arched window which looked out onto picturesque green countryside views. She can look out as she sits by elegant desk and on a comfy armchair which faces the window, providing perfect inspiration. Most read in ShowbizElegant furniture was also spread around the room which also contained a brown leather armchair by a curved floor lamp in the corner. It looks Kay has acquired the perfect reading and working space so she can prepare for her early-morning programme. The room contained elegant panelling which also lined the doorway in the snap as unhung art sat next to the radiator. Sky Breakfast’s Kay Burley grills guests in front of office desks in new morning show layoutTo fill up the large empty room, two large bookshelves with accessories lined the walls. The caption read: “New home,” as the song ‘Lovely Day’ by Bill Withers played in the background.This comes after the television star emotionally revealed that her sister was battling cancer in an emotional online post. She posted a snap with her ‘baby sister’ Jacqueline to her thousands of followers on social media.Alongside it, Kay revealed: “Jacqueline, who has been stoic in her determination to take on a disease that claimed both my mother and grandmother.”She added: “Doesn’t she look fabulous in her wig?”Kay previously spoke about her mother’s battle cancer and tragic death on Good Morning Britain back in 2018. She admitted: “My mum died when she was my age.”My little boy was eight months old. It still makes me sad actually just to think about it.READ MORE SUN STORIES””I remember her saying, ‘I’m going to die’ and I said, ‘I can’t live without you mum’, but she said I would have to and told me to look after my daddy.”The star showed her thousands of followers her new lurious surroundingsCredit: PAWildred Frost (centre) and Leah Boleto (right) have been filling on on the show this weekCredit: Sky News More

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    Netflix hid ‘clue’ that reveals whether Baby Reindeer is getting a second series – did you spot it?

    IT’s the story of a female stalker that has become a surprise smash hit, but Netflix have kept Baby Reindeer fans guessing about whether there will be a second series.Based on comedian Richard Gadd’s one man show, the black comedy tells the story of barman Donny Dunn, as his life unravels when he becomes entangled with an unhinged woman called Martha after he offers her a cup of tea in a London bar.The hit shows stars comedian Richard Gadd as Donny and Jessica Gunning as his stalker MarthaCredit: NetflixThe surprise hit was based on Richard’s experience of being stalked by a woman 20 years his seniorCredit: NetflixThe show which has become a word-of-mouth hit, shooting to Number 1 in the UK and the US, has been drawn from Gadd’s, 34, real-life experience back in 2015, when he fell victim to a female stalker 20 years his senior.The so-called Baby Reindeer maniac then hounded the comic with more than 41,000 emails, 744 tweets, 100 pages of letters and 350 hours of voicemails in a reign of terror that lasted four years.But now fans have spotted that Netflix has been clever to disguise the truth about a second series. The show is currently listed as a limited series, which usually means it’s a one-off and won’t return. A limited series suggests that the show has a pre-determined story that will end within a select number of episodes.read more about However, perhaps due to the unexpected success of the show, Netflix are now choosing to keep quiet about whether or not a sequel will be commissioned and are currently refusing to comment either way.Indeed the show has resonated so much, that online sleuths have tracked down the real stalker who the character of Martha is allegedly based on, even though Scot-born Gadd went to great pains to conceal her identity.The real life Martha has been unmasked as Scottish law graduate Fiona Harvey, whose social media page is sprawled with criticism of Richard and his new show. In post she claims he’s angry because he wanted to sleep with her. She says: claimed the show’s creator wanted to sleep with her.Most read in ShowbizShe wrote online: “My boyfriend thinks Gadds is angry that he never freckin got me in the bedsheets.”His main fantasy was to f*** me. He thinks that’s what eats him up the most.”In one she blasted: “Gadd is no Brad Pitt.”Elsewhere, she hit out: “There’s a fat actress that’s supposed to be me.”The 58 -year -old from Aberdeen shire admits to meeting Richard many years ago when he was a bartender at The Hawley Arms in London’s Camden, once a favorite haunt of the late singer, Amy Winehouse.The former law student also confirms that they became friends, but denies stalking him and is now said to be threatening Netflix with legal action. She told the Scottish Sun:“I have a claim against Netflix as this is being billed as part of a true story.“I’m a highly competent lawyer. I’d have to do it myself. I’m very good.“I have a photographic memory and can memorise huge files. I was top in my school at everything.”The ‘lawyer’ says she first discovered the show when Richard performed it for the first time at the Edinburgh Fringe back in 2019, as a one man show. READ MORE SUN STORIESShe said: “He’s come up with this character called Martha and he has put me right in the frame.“This is a programme for the 20-somethings. The people with no lives, no jobs, whatever. I don’t want to be a celebrity.”Netflix are refusing to confirm whether the show will continue or not, now that they have a hit on their handsThe character of Martha is allegedly based on a woman called Fiona Harvey who is said to have stalked Richard GaddCredit: Netflix More

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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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    MC Conrad dead at 52 – Drum n bass pioneer passes away as music world pays tribute to ‘true legend’

    DRUM n bass pioneer MC Conrad has passed away as the music world pays tribute to a “true legend”.The beloved artist, known offstage as Conrad Thompson, passed away this month leaving family and friends devastated.The iconic musician left a huge legacy behindThe music legend has died at the age of 52Credit: RexMC Conrad was a top figure in the British music world of drum ‘n bassCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskThe music icon played a key role in shaping the landscape of drum ‘n bass with his Black Caribbean roots.He was renowned for his electronic sounds and dynamic presence on stage.After decades of successful music he passed away in April 2024, according to his talent agency. In a statement, Clinic Talent said: “One of the most recognisable and best-loved voices in D&B, he leaves behind him an unmatched legacy.”Conrad will be deeply missed by all of us, and by all of you who were touched by his performances over the years.”While the cause of his passing remans undisclosed, tributes pfrom fellow artists and friends have flooded social media.Mourning his passing, close friend Karis O’Hara said: “Conrad, my friend… we chatted weeks ago about collaborating on a track, and then he went quiet only to hear the devastating news today… he was kind to me, especially during covid. “Thank you for being a light, and the words & music. rip MC Conrad, you’ll be missed.”Most read in MusicFellow musician DJ Zinc described him as a “legendary voice” and a “nice bloke”.DJ Mag EIC Carl Loben also wrote: “And we’ve lost MC Conrad now – way too soon. His soulful lyrical flow in tandem with LTJ Bukem, letting the music breathe, was the antithesis to a lot of MCs at the time. “Latterly getting into production & running his own label, he’ll be sorely missed. RIP”Jungle and DNB pioneers 2 Bad Mice added: “RIP to one of the originals and best to do it MC Conrad.”Hailing from the Midlands, MC Conrad burst onto the music scene as a young talent. The musician moved to Birmingham in 2010 where he lived up until his death. With a career spanning multiple decades, MC Conrad became one of the most well known and respected artists in drum and bass. Some of his famous tracks included Words 2B Heard Meets the Western, Still You Want More and Merchant Blessings.He moved to Birmingham where he lived until his deathCredit: Instagram More

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    Controversial comedian Russell Brand says he was baptised in the Thames and is now a Christian

    CONTROVERSIAL comedian Russell Brand says he was baptised in the Thames on Sunday and is now a Christian.Brand previously said he was a Buddhist but reckoned he saw baptism as an opportunity “to die and be reborn”.Russell Brand says he was baptised in the Thames on Sunday and is now a ChristianCredit: GettyIn a video on social media yesterday, he said he had found his “path” and had felt “incredibly blessed” and “nourished” following the ceremony.Brand, 48, has been accused of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse by four women after a joint probe by Channel 4’s Dispatches and The Times.He denies all claims about his behaviour at the height of his fame between 2006 and 2013.In the clip at the weekend Brand did not mention the accusations directly, but referenced “challenges”. READ MORE IN SHOWBIZSinger Nicole Scherzinger said: “Amen! So awesome you are doing this! Jesus is the way! “You will be reborn, renewed and cleansed! “Maybe just don’t do it in the Thames, praying for you.”Russell Brand’s bizarre spiritual rebirth as he compares ‘suffering’ to Christ… while haranging followers for more cash More