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EastEnders actor Shane Richie has been charged with drink-driving after police were called to a reported confrontation at a petrol station in Harlow, Essex. Staff allegedly challenged him for vaping on the forecourt, leading to a heated exchange captured on video. Essex Police said Richie, 62, was arrested and is due to appear at Colchester Magistrates’ Court on 9 September.

Anne Diamond said Eamonn Holmes was unable to attend the TRIC Awards because he was not very well, though he was recovering and hoped to return soon. GB News won Best News Programme for the fourth consecutive year, while Holmes has continued to experience serious mobility and health problems, including a reported stroke, spinal complications, falls and previous surgeries. He is exploring treatments such as spinal injections and stem cell therapy.

Dame Sarah Storey has reportedly been revealed as the fourth celebrity contestant for the 2026 series of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing. The Paralympic cyclist and swimmer is said to be excited about learning a new skill and embracing the show's competitive and glamorous aspects. She joins previously announced contestants Lacey Turner, Dani Dyer and Delta Goodrem. The early announcements have surprised viewers because the BBC usually begins revealing contestants in August. The series will also feature new presenters Johannes Radebe, Josh Widdecombe and Emma Willis following the departures of Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman.

Katie Price has addressed her husband Lee Andrews’ repeated claims, including describing himself as a billionaire and allegedly meeting Elon Musk and Kim Kardashian. She says Andrews considers the statements funny, but remains wary and plans to question him before deciding whether to end their marriage. After visiting Dubai and meeting his former partner Dina for a podcast conversation, Price said she had learned more but still needed time to reach her own conclusions.

Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury have announced the arrival of their second child, sharing the news on Instagram with the message “and then there were 4.” The couple did not reveal the baby's gender. Hague first announced the pregnancy in February, saying she was nearly six months pregnant at the time, and their three-year-old daughter Bambi featured in the announcement. The couple met on Love Island in 2019 and briefly separated in 2024.

Nicola Roberts has announced the birth of her first child, a daughter with fiancé Mitch Hahn. The baby arrived healthy at 38 weeks, weighing 6.5 pounds, and Roberts said the family is thriving. Roberts had previously revealed her pregnancy and disclosed that she underwent surgery at 22 weeks to help maintain the pregnancy. The couple have been together for four years and became engaged after a trip to the south of France.

Scottish actress Claire Nielson has died aged 89. She was best known for playing Mrs Hamilton in the “Waldorf Salad” episode of the second series of Fawlty Towers, and fans paid tribute to her on social media. Nielson also appeared in The Two Ronnies, The Dick Emery Show, Upstairs Downstairs, Z-Cars, Taggart, Monarch of the Glen and other television productions, as well as the film Kidnapped. Beyond acting, she was a painter, children’s author and drama teacher, and co-founded the Drama Pool in Stratford-upon-Avon. She married fellow actor Paul Greenwood in 1994.

An audience member alleges that David Haye attempted to reconcile with Adam Thomas during an advertising break at the live I'm a Celebrity... South Africa finale, but Thomas refused the handshake. The account describes the returning campmates as visibly heated and compares the backstage scenes to Jerry Springer. The finale was already marked by clashes involving Haye, Jimmy Bullard, Sinitta and Gemma Collins, despite Thomas being crowned Jungle Legend. Bullard has called on ITV to release unaired footage, while psychologist Emma Kenny criticised presenters Ant and Dec for entering the conflict instead of containing it.

Adam Thomas won I'm A Celebrity...South Africa after a tense finale dominated by his dispute with Jimmy Bullard over the Rancid Run trial. Bullard accused Thomas of intimidating and abusing him, while Ant McPartlin rejected that characterization. Anne Hegerty defended Thomas, saying viewers related to him and disliked the possibility that he could have been unfairly sent home. Thomas later responded on Instagram, emphasizing his resilience, family support and refusal to hold negativity toward his critics.

BBC spin-off It Takes Two is reportedly being considered for a major revamp when it returns in September 2026, potentially adopting a vodcast format inspired by The Traitors: Uncloaked and The Apprentice: You're Fired. The possible change follows speculation about presenters Fleur East and Janette Manrara, while the BBC says plans will be confirmed later. The main Strictly Come Dancing programme is also preparing for a new presenting line-up after Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly announced their departures, with auditions reportedly under way for a shortlist of nine candidates.

Gemma Collins appeared close to leaving I'm A Celebrity...South Africa after saying, “I am done,” during a preview for the next episode. The former TOWIE star has struggled with camp conditions, food shortages, trials and limited access to comforts, having previously quit the programme after three days in 2014. Viewers debated whether the apparent departure was genuine, while Adam Thomas was praised for supporting her and Collins continued carrying out camp duties despite her distress.

Actress and singer Jean Dike, professionally known as June Marlow, died at her Plymouth home on February 22 at the age of 95, shortly after her birthday. Her daughter Kate Van Dike praised St Luke's Hospice Plymouth for helping provide compassionate end-of-life care at home. Born and raised in Plymouth, Marlow built a long television career across BBC and ITV productions, including The Pickwick Papers, Jamaica Inn, MI High and Doc Martin, and continued working into her late eighties. Family and colleagues remembered her dignity, pragmatism, beautiful smile and lasting appeal as a character actress.

Alana Percival responded to Katie Price's Instagram criticism with remarks suggesting she had escaped her past relationship with Lee Andrews. Price accused Percival of bitterness and trolling, while saying she and Andrews are married, expecting a child and building a future together. The dispute follows Percival's earlier criticism of Andrews and Alex Reid's comments that Andrews may be similarly overwhelmed by the publicity surrounding his relationship with Price.

Kerry Katona has shared an emotional update from hospital after being admitted as an emergency with suspected colitis. She said she had initially been treated on a bed in a crowded corridor, was unable to sleep and wanted to go home, but later confirmed she had been moved to a hospital bed. Katona also criticised the overcrowding after seeing elderly patients being treated in corridors. She is expected to resume work later in the year, including a Mamma Mia tribute tour and other performances.

Lee Andrews has defended his whirlwind Instagram romance and marriage to Katie Price, saying the wedding was official and that he is extremely happy. The couple married only days after connecting online and are currently in different countries, while Katie’s family reportedly expressed concern about the speed of the relationship and uncertainty about Andrews’s background. Andrews’s mother said she supported the marriage, and the report also highlights the couple’s private ceremony and the contrasting prices of Katie’s Shein dress and designer accessories.

Katie Price announced that she is engaged to a mystery partner following her recent breakup with JJ Slater. She shared images of an extravagant proposal at Dubai’s Burj Al Arab, including a large diamond ring, rose petals, candles and a dessert bearing a marriage proposal. This is reportedly her ninth engagement.

Brooklyn Beckham has publicly accused his mother, Victoria Beckham, of hijacking his and Nicola Peltz's first dance at their 2022 wedding and dancing inappropriately with him, leaving him humiliated. In a lengthy Instagram statement, he also alleged that David and Victoria repeatedly tried to undermine his relationship with Nicola and later excluded the couple from family gatherings. Brooklyn rejected claims that Nicola controls him, said he has no plans to reconcile with his parents, and stated that he has found peace while focusing on his marriage and future family.

Jesse Wood told magistrates that he is unemployed and living on savings of roughly £1,000 after separating from Fearne Cotton. He pleaded guilty to driving at 27mph in a 20mph zone in West London, his fourth speeding offence, having already accumulated nine penalty points. The court imposed a six-month driving ban, three additional points, and a reduced fine and costs totalling £255. Wood and Cotton separated in December 2024 after ten years of marriage and share two children; both have since entered new relationships.

Adam Peaty's family are reportedly trying to move on quietly after most of them were excluded from his wedding to Holly Ramsay. The report says Gordon Ramsay's affectionate social-media tribute and Peaty's declaration that he would always choose Holly reinforced relatives' belief that he had taken his wife's side. Peaty's mother Caroline described the estrangement as emotionally devastating, while his brother James was reportedly removed from the guest list after alleged threatening texts. Peaty's sister Bethany attended as a bridesmaid, and Sarah Symonds criticized her involvement.

Lorraine Kelly’s 84-year-old father, John Kelly, died after being found injured on a path near St Leonards Square in East Kilbride during sub-zero conditions. Police Scotland said the death is unexplained but not suspicious and will be reported to the Procurator Fiscal. Kelly paid tribute to her father on Instagram and asked for privacy while the family supports her mother.

The launch of ITV2’s Love Island All Stars has been postponed after wildfires near the South African villa forced the production site to be evacuated and a nearby road to close. ITV said health and safety were the priority and that a new transmission date had not yet been confirmed. The delay affects the planned return of contestants including Millie Court, Shaq Muhammad and Whitney Adebayo, with Maya Jama due to host the third series.

Five-year-old Micah, the son of influencer Paul Kim, died after an 11-day battle with severe influenza. His family had reported apparent improvements in his heart condition and hoped for a miraculous recovery on Christmas Day, but Kim announced the child's death on New Year's Eve. He thanked supporters for their prayers and asked for privacy and continued support as the family mourns.

Brooklyn Beckham and Nicola Peltz Beckham celebrated New Year’s Eve at a nightclub in South Florida while David and Victoria Beckham shared emotional family photographs on Instagram. David included a nostalgic image with Brooklyn, but Brooklyn did not publicly respond, reinforcing reports of an ongoing family rift. The couple has reportedly missed several family events, while Romeo Beckham also appeared to exclude Brooklyn from a year-end family post.

The Cure announced that guitarist and former touring crew member Perry Bamonte died at home during the Christmas period at age 65 after a short illness. Bamonte joined the band as a full-time member in 1990, played on several albums and performed more than 400 shows before leaving in 2005; he returned in 2022 and appeared on the Shows of a Lost World tour, with his final performance taking place in London in November 2024. Bandmates, fellow musicians and fans paid tribute to his creativity, kindness and contribution to The Cure. He had been scheduled to join the band on upcoming UK and European tour dates.

Paloma Faith has announced that she is 18 weeks pregnant with her third child at age 44, sharing photographs of her baby bump on Instagram and receiving congratulations from fans. The singer is expecting the child with her boyfriend Stevie Thomas; she has two older children, born in 2016 and 2021, and was previously married to Leyman Lahcine. The announcement follows her elimination as the first “murdered” contestant in the latest series of The Celebrity Traitors, where Alan Carr, Jonathan Ross and Cat Burns targeted her.