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    What is Keith Lemon’s real name and what is his net worth?

    KEITH Lemon has enjoyed a career in comedy for more than 20 years.
    But who is he and what is his real name? From his career in front of the cameras to the fortune he has amassed – here’s everything you need to know.
    Keith is best known for being a TV comic
    Who is Keith Lemon and what is his real name?
    Keith Lemon, whose real name is Leigh Francis, was born on April 30, 1973, in Leeds, Yorkshire.
    He is a television presenter, actor, writer and comedian who is best known for his role in the Channel 4 sketch show Bo’ Selecta and his alter ego – Keith Lemon.
    I’ll also be playing Keith Lemon, I look just like him! Leigh Francis
    As Keith, the comedic character quickly became a hit among fans.
    Following this success, the star went on to host shows such as Celebrity Juice and Through the Keyhole.
    Away from the spotlight, the comedian has been married to wife Jill Carter since 2002.

    The couple share two daughters, Matilda and Dolly and live together in North London.
    In March 2024, the star will begin his first ever live tour – My First Time.
    Confirming the upcoming gig, Francis said: “Hey, really exciting news! Well, exciting for me! I hope it’s exciting for you! Or at least provokes some sort of interest!
    “I mean, just look how many exclamation marks there is in this quote! It’s definitely news with exciting intent!

    “So what is this exciting news? I’m doing my first-ever tour! Never done one before. It’s gonna have masks in it! The Bear, Avid Merrion, Amanda Holden’s Gran, not her actual gran but me playing her.
    “I’ll also be playing Keith Lemon, I look just like him! It’s me doing all the characters I do that hopefully have the intent to provoke hilarity! So many exclamation marks, and the word ‘intent’ and ‘provoke’ twice! I’m excited!
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    “Come see ME being other people LIVE for the first time!
    “It’ll be your first time and my first time! Hence the title of the tour MY FIRST TIME! (There’s another exclamation mark) how exciting!”
    What is Keith Lemon’s net worth?
    In 2023, the stars net worth was estimated to be in the region of £8 million.
    Francis has been able to earn the impressive amount throughout his successful career both on stage and screen.
    What has Keith Lemon starred in?
    Francis was first discovered by television presenter Davina McCall – who spotted him when he was doing stand-up comedy.
    Davina helped him get his first television role on Dom and Kirk’s Nite O’ Plenty, where he played Bobby Stark, a man who gives tips on how to win over the ladies.
    The series aired on Paramount Television from January to July 1996.
    His second television role was playing showbiz photographer Barry Gibson who featured on the early series of Channel 4’s Popworld.
    Francis also featured Barry, along with Keith Lemon and Avid Merrion in the series Whatever I Want, which aired late night on ITV in 2000.
    Off the back of creating television characters Bobby Stark and Barry Gibson, Channel 4 handed Leigh £250,000 to produce a series, later called Bo Selecta! in 2002.
    The series saw the star impersonate a number of celebrities with rubber face masks, along with the main, non-celebrity character, Avid Merrion.
    The programme lasted for five series, airing between 2002 and 2006.
    Following the axing of Bo’ Selecta!, Francis took one of the series characters, Keith Lemon, and created a brand new show, Keith Lemon’s Very Brilliant World Tour, which aired on ITV2 in April 2008.
    The show was a success, and subsequently, he created another show featuring Keith – Celebrity Juice.
    Since then, he has appeared on various shows including Keith Lemon’s LemonAid, The Keith Lemon Sketch Show and Keith Lemon: Coming In America.
    In addition to this, the comedian has starred in a movie called Keith Lemon: The Film.
    Is Keith Lemon on The Great Celebrity Bake Off 2024?
    In 2024, it was revealed that Leigh Francis was part of the Celebrity Bake Off line-up – which is set to air in the spring.
    Francis will be joined in the famous white tent by a batch of well known faces, including Danny Dyer, Fern Brady, Mel B, Sara Cox and Spencer Matthews.
    As well as a whole host of hopeful celebrity contestants, Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith will be back to judge their efforts and pick the overall winner.
    Alison Hammond will also return after her debut series in 2023, as well as Noel Fielding. More

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    Who is Suzi Ruffell and who is her wife Alice Storey?

    SINCE cementing her name in the world of comedy, Suzi Ruffell has enjoyed incredible success.As well as five sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, the acclaimed comic has become a familiar face on the box.
    Suzi Ruffell is riding high in the world of comedy
    Who is Suzi Ruffell? 
    Born on January 18, 1986, Suzi Ruffell is a British comedian, writer, and actress.
    She was born in Portsmouth to her father who buys and sells lorries and her mother who became his assistant after raising both Suzi and her older brother.
    I got into comedy because I loved comedy… It never even occurred to me that I could make a career out of it.Suzi Ruffell
    The Brighton-based comedian first got into the world of entertainment when she joined a youth drama group.
    In 2008, she began her stand-up comedy career and has been performing as a full time comic since 2012.
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    Suzi is best known for her appearances on Live At The Apollo, Mock The Week, The Jonathan Ross Show, Roast Battle, Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier, Hypothetical, 8 Out Of 10 Cats, The Comedy Bus, Stand Up Central, Harry Hill’s ClubNite and Suzi Ruffell Live From The Comedy Store.
    The popular star is also a regular on BBC Radio 4, and has her own podcast called Out with Suzi Ruffell.
    Speaking about her passion for comedy, Suzi told The Skinny: “I got into comedy because I loved comedy.
    “It never even occurred to me that I could make a career out of it.”
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    Is Suzi Ruffell married and does she have children?
    Suzi is married to wife Alice, who is head of investor relations for a finance company in London. 
    The couple tend to keep their relationship private, but Suzi has previously opened up about when they got engaged.
    Speaking to The Independent, she joked: “Alice proposed marriage and I thought it was one of her best ideas to date, putting a last minute trip to Disneyland Paris and Marmite with avocado on toast into second and third places respectively.”
    Alice and Suzi had to postpone their wedding due to the pandemic in 2020, but they were finally able to get married in 2021,
    The couple do not have any children, and they live together in East London.
    Is Suzi Ruffell in The Great Celebrity Bake Off 2024?
    In 2024, it was revealed Suzi was part of the Celebrity Bake Off line-up which will air in the Spring.
    The comedian took to Instagram to reveal the big news, and said: “Absolutely loved being part of Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer.
    “Also big lol to my little head poking out in the group shot.”
    Suzi will be joined in the famous white tent by a batch of well known faces, including Sara Cox and Spencer Matthews.
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    Who is Greg James and what is his net worth and salary?

    GREG James is best known for brightening up our mornings on the BBC Radio 1 Breakfast show.Here we take a look at his life, career, relationships and net worth.
    Greg James is a radio and TV starCredit: Splash News
    Who is Greg James?
    Greg James was born on December 17, 1985 in Lewisham, south London.
    He is an English radio DJ and television presenter who came to prominence on BBC Radio 1’s drive-time slot, before moving on to the breakfast show.
    On April 10, 2018, it was announced he would be dropped from his Friday slot.
    As well as being on the radio, Greg has also hosted many TV programmes, including Sun, Sex and Holiday Madness, Unzipped and Sport Relief.
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    He fronted the second series of Sounds Like Friday Night on BBC One and also helped out presenting The Biggest Weekend.
    In March 2023 Greg was announced as the host of Channel 4 reality show Rise and Fall.
    When did Greg James get married?
    Greg, 38, married his fiancée Bella Mackie on September 23 2018.
    The couple shared the happy news on social media, with photos from their wedding day.
    In June 2018 Greg announced his engagement to Bella — the same week he found out he would be the new host of the Radio 1 Breakfast Show.
    He says the proposal wasn’t exactly traditional, because it was Bella who popped the question in February 2018.
    Announcing on Instagram, he shared a pic of his bride-to-be captioned: “This is Bella and in February she asked me to marry her.
    “I said yes immediately because she is the smartest, funniest and most beautiful person I’ve ever met…”
    When did Greg James date Ellie Goulding?
    Greg previously dated singer Ellie Goulding for 18 months from 2010, but they split in 2012.
    The pair said they had found it hard to spend time together due to their busy schedules.
    A source said at the time: “Things had not been right for a while but they only called it a day a month ago.
    “It was just a real struggle for them to be in the same place at the same time. The split is amicable and they are still friends.”
    Was Greg James in Trolls?
    Greg lent his voice to the 2016 animated film Trolls.
    He voiced the character of avid skateboarder Aspen Heitz.
    The radio star said he was: “Delighted to be making my DreamWorks’ debut alongside Justin Timberlake and Anna Kendrick in Trolls.
    “I only have one line… But WHAT a line it is.”
    He joined a host of other famous people who featured in the film, including — Zooey Deschanel, Gwen Stefani and James Corden.
    When did Greg James take over from Nick Grimshaw as host of the Radio 1 Breakfast Show?
    Greg James presented his first Radio 1 Breakfast show, taking over from Nick Grimshaw, on Monday August 20, 2018.
    On Monday, September 24 Scott Mills covered for Greg following Greg and Bella’s wedding on the 23rd.
    In an exclusive interview with The Sun ahead of his first show, Greg said he wasn’t bothered by the criticism he’s received for being “well behaved.”
    He said: “It’s more important for my show to be funny and good than for me to go out and be an absolute embarrassment, rolling out of nightclubs and stuff.”
    He added: “We want to make it fast-paced, celebrating the listeners and all the funny s*** that they get up to. I want it to be connected to the world.”
    What is Greg James’ net worth and salary?
    According to WageIndicator, Greg’s salary is a mouth-watering £337,495.
    This means he takes home £28,124.58 a month, £6,490,29 per week, and £1,298.06 every day.
    Reports of his net worth vary significantly, with various outlets putting it around £4million.
    But right at the top end of the scale, IdolNetWorth estimates Greg’s fortune to be a whopping £13.5million.
    Will Greg James be on The Great Celebrity Bake Off 2024?
    Yes, Greg is competing in The Great Celebrity Bake Off 2024.
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    The other contestants are Adam Hills, Danny Dyer, David O’Doherty, Dermot O’Leary, Fern Brady, Gabby Logan, Jodie Whittaker, Joe Locke, Leigh Francis, Mel B, Munya Chawawa, Oti Mabuse, Paloma Faith, Rhod Gilbert, Richard Coles, Sarah Cox, Spencer Mathews, Suzi Ruffell and Yinka Bokinni. More

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    Who is Sara Cox and what is her net worth?

    OVER the years, Sara Cox has enjoyed an incredible career as a broadcaster.The talented star is known for her work on both TV and radio, and has won over an army of loyal fans.
    Sarah Cox has hosted a number of popular radio and TV showsCredit: Getty Images
    Who is Sara Cox?
    Sara Cox was born in Bolton on December 13, 1974 and she is a broadcaster, known for her wok on both TV and radio.
    After finishing her studies at Canon Slate School, Sara decided to pursue a career in modelling.
    Following her appearance in the OMD music video for Everyday, she landed her first TV role in 1996 on The Girly Show.
    Sara is most well-known for her radio career, and joined BBC Radio 1 in the 90s, where she hosted with Emma Boughton and launched the Sunday Surgery show with Dr Mark Hamilton.
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    After landing the job of Breakfast Show presenter in the early noughties, she grew the audience to 7.8 million listeners.
    Sara hosted her final radio show in 2003, leaving the job behind with her last track: “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life”.
    Sara now hosts the plum afternoon drivetime spot on Radio 2from 4pm on weekdays. More

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    Inside Paul Hollywood’s £1m mansion as Bake Off star is locked in battle to convert kitchen into TV studio to film shows

    PAUL Hollywood has cooked up plans for a kitchen and dining room extension at his £1million Kent farmhouse.The Bake Off star, 57, has served up the proposals so that he can use his 18th Century home for filming his shows and host Come Dine With Me-style parties.
    Bake Off star Paul Hollywood is serving up proposals to transform his homeCredit: AP
    Paul keeps his home largely private on social media but has given fans a glimpse of his kitchenCredit: Instagram
    He wants to remove part of the rear ground floor elevation including two Crittall-style windows to link the house with the “modest” extension.
    But he could face a battle with planners at the local council for the “distinctly different” addition.
    In a statement, his planning agent said: “My client, a respected and well-known professional chef, requires the larger space for filming and entertaining; the internal layout, with an island unit and dining table on the same axis, respond to this.
    “My client wishes to extend the farmhouse to enlarge the cramped gallery kitchen to provide additional cooking/preparation space and a dining area beyond.”
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    Hollywood bought his four-bedroom Kent farmhouse for over £850,000 in 2019 but it is now believed to be worth over a million pounds.
    The rural retreat boasts stables, an orchard, paddock, shepherd’s nook and poultry run, set in eight acres in the so-called Garden of England.
    He keeps his abode largely private on social media, but has teased a glimpse at his large kitchen with charcoal counter-tops and wooden detailing on social media.
    He also has a log fire perfect for cosy nights in, and proudly shown off his wood-oven in the garden – which he uses to make delicious pizzas.
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    In 2020, he was granted planning permission for a new garage for his impressive collection of cars and motorbikes.
    But plans for a huge 40x26ft storage building were thrown out after it was deemed to be “visually harmful” to the setting of the building.
    Hollywood has now formally applied for planning permission for a single storey rear extension for a bigger kitchen, a patio extension and dwarf retaining walls.
    Officials at the council are expected to make a decision next month and there have so far been no objections from neighbours.
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    Who is Love Island’s Ovie Soko?

    OVIE Soko first found fame back in 2019 when he was part of that year’s Love Island.Since then he has become a fan favourite – here’s everything you need to know about the star…
    Ovie was on Love Island in 2019
    Who is Ovie Soko and how tall is he?
    Ovie Soko is a basketball player known for being on the Great Britain team.
    The athlete went to school with former Love Island star Alexandra Cane.
    Ovie hit the big time when he went on Love Island 2019, coming third with former girlfriend India Reynolds.
    He certainly caught the public’s attention as he stands at a whopping 6ft 7in tall.
    Does Ovie Soko have a girlfriend?
    It’s thought at the moment that Ovie is single.
    There is no sign on his social media that he has a partner, but he could just be keeping his romantic life private.
    Despite a number of fans previously thinking he is dating Amber Gill, Ovie shut down the reports.
    He has confirmed he’s 100 per cent single and they are just great friends.
    He split from India Reynolds in October 2019.
    What is Ovie Soko up to now?
    Ovie has been very busy since leaving the Love Island villa.
    He has been in demand and his popularity even sparked a 12-way bidding war among showbiz agents desperate for his signature.
    Ovie signed a huge six-figure deal to be the face of fashion brand Asos.
    He has also appeared in numerous adverts, even landing the role of the Diet Coke hunk.
    As well as Diet Coke, Ovie has also bagged tie-ups with mobile phone brand Voxi and takeaway giant Just Eat, which he promoted with Amber Gill.
    He also appeared on Celebrity Bake Off.
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    What is Ovie Soko’s net worth?
    Before going on Love Island, Ovie’s annual salary was believed to be in the region of £100,000, which is pretty impressive given that he’s not playing in the NBA.
    However, has bank balance has shot up thanks to his many sponsorship deals, clothing line and Diet Coke advert.
    It’s believed he is now a millionaire after finding fame.
    When is Love Island All stars on?
    It has been announced that Love Island All Stars is set to hit our screens.
    The spin-off show will involve previous contestants heading back into the villa for a second chance of finding love, and Ovie is set to join.
    Love Island All Stars is set to grace our screens on Sunday, January 14, 2024.
    The first episode will air on ITV1 and ITV2 at the same time for the first time in the show’s history. More

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    Little Britain star looking for love on Tinder following TV departure

    MATT LUCAS is hoping to swap sugary cakes for sweet dates by signing back up to Tinder.We have learned the former Great British Bake Off host, who quit the show in December 2022, is using the dating app.
    Little Britain star Matt Lucas is looking for love on TinderCredit: TINDER
    Matt’s account features a picture of him holding a cake with the word ‘Chocolit’ and a picture of his famous Little Britain character Marjorie Dawes on itCredit: TINDER
    Matt has swerved celebrity match-making service Raya – where many stars head to find someone special – as he prefers to meet guys with regular jobs and lifestyles.
    But it seems that Matt, who married in 2006 but split two years later, isn’t sure whether he actually wants a long-term partner when he’s swiping.
    On his profile, which has been verified, Arsenal fan Matt says he is “still figuring out” what he is looking for.
    His page also has The Lion Sleeps Tonight by Tight Fit as his “anthem”, as well as featuring a list of his interests including West End musicals, comedy, music and football.
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    It also features a picture of Matt holding a cake with the word “Chocolit” and a picture of his famous Little Britain character Marjorie Dawes on it.
    When Matt first started using Tinder in 2015 he said: “I love it.
    “It’s like a game, left, right, left, right.
    “And then sometimes I go ‘Hello,’ and they go, ‘You’re not Matt Lucas’.
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    “I go, ‘I don’t know what to say’.”
    Let’s hope Matt has the recipe for dating success as he looks for love this time around.
    Xtina’s Sin the groove in Vegas
    CHRISTINA Aguilera lived up to her Dirrty reputation with her most provocative shows in years as she kicked off her Las Vegas residency.
    The Genie In A Bottle singer is following in the footsteps of Kylie Minogue at Voltaire in The Venetian Hotel and she put the sin in Sin City with powerhouse vocals, a performance on a bed, not so subtle X-rated jokes and a number of stunning costume changes throughout her 80-minute set.
    Christina Aguilera lived up to her Dirrty reputation with her most provocative shows in yearsCredit: Getty
    The star strutted around her Las Vegas stage in seven sultry looksCredit: Getty
    Strutting around in SEVEN sultry looks, Xtina purred: “I can be a very impatient woman, when I like something done I like it done right away. Am I right, ladies? But sometimes there are some things I don’t like to rush . . .  and that will be in the bedroom. Now pour me a nice big stiff one. Good baby, yes. Who has a nice big stiff one tonight?”
    The stage transformed into “Xtina’s Wedding Chapel”, where she playfully pretended to help a couple tie the knot.
    She said with a wink: “What would Vegas be without a proper showgirl Las Vegas wedding . . . and remember, happy wife, happy life.”
    Show creator and producer Michael Gruber said: “This is the best show she has ever done.”
    Some recent tours have struggled to hit the mark, but if opening night is anything to go by then Christina is back to her best.
    Xtina purred: ‘I can be a very impatient woman, when I like something done I like it done right away’Credit: Getty
    Christina is well and truly back to her bestCredit: Getty
    Dua loved Indian getaway
    DUA LIPA entered 2024 on a high while holidaying in India.
    She posted several snaps from her trip on Instagram, including these three.
    Dua Lipa was on holiday in IndiaCredit: INSTAGRAM/DUA LIPA
    The singer wrote: ‘I feel so beyond lucky to end my year here in India’Credit: INSTAGRAM/DUA LIPA
    The singer wrote: “I feel so beyond lucky to end my year here in India.
    “Thank you to all the wonderful people here who have shown us so much love, kindness, hospitality and generosity.
    “I feel lucky to be in and within the magic with my family where we’ve had the time to explore, regroup, recharge and restart.
    “Ready for the year ahead. What a joy.”
    With her third album due soon, it’s good she’s enjoying herself while she can.
    Dua says she is ready for the year aheadCredit: INSTAGRAM/DUA LIPA
    Ed’s Thor-fire hit
    THOR blimey, Ed Sheeran did well to get his hands on Chris Hemsworth’s hammer.
    The superstar shared this snap on Instagram in a round-up of photos from 2023.
    Ed Sheeran posted this pic with Chris Hemsworth in a round-up of photos from 2023Credit: instagram/Ed Sheeran
    He stood toe to toe with the Aussie acting heart-throb and the hammer he wields as Norse god Thor in the Marvel movies.
    Not sure why, but they were waving it around in what appeared to be a kitchen.
    It would certainly make a short job of getting your steaks nice and tender.
    Names to look out for in ’24
    IT is always tough predicting which acts will make it big in the year ahead but we’ve got are some belters to look out for in 2024.
    After scoring a huge viral hit in recent weeks with Water, Tyla is a real contender to become the world’s next superstar.
    The South African singer is only 21 but has all the makings of a young Rihanna, with lots more new music on the way.
    Outspoken Brit Caity Baser has also been putting in the groundwork in 2023 and will continue to rise with her brash and gobby brand of pop.
    Home-grown indie girl group The Last Dinner Party have already been named the Rising Star before March’s Brit Awards and are sure to become a regular on the radio.
    Kenya Grace topped the charts with Strangers in October and she is due to release an EP of her lo-fi dance music in the coming months.
    Fellow Brit Fred Roberts has been building up a fanbase and released a belting single in Say.
    Finally, Ayra Starr has become more and more popular following her collaboration My Love, with Leigh-Anne Pinnock, now it looks like 2024 could be her year to have her own monster hit.
    Foo Dave is Maisie highlight
    MAISIE Peters has revealed her 2023 highlight was when she was surprised by Foo Fighters frontman Dave Grohl backstage at Glastonbury.
    She performed on the Pyramid Stage at the festival last June and was then shocked to discover rock veteran Dave had been in the crowd.
    During an exclusive chat, Maisie told us: “It was so fun.
    “My main memory is that, number one, Dave Grohl was there.
    “He watched and we met him afterwards and he was the king of my heart.
    “And number two, I was really out of breath the whole time because I was unfit.
    “So next time I’ll try to be a bit more fit.
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    “But Dave was perfect. He was so nice.
    “He came over after we got off stage and was one of the nicest people in music I’ve met.” More