Samantha Masters

Piers Morgan has reflected on the death of his close friend Miles, who died from incurable brain cancer 15 months after his diagnosis at age 57. Morgan said the loss was devastating but taught him to appreciate life because unexpected events can happen at any time. He remembered Miles as a spirited, kind and popular friend with whom he shared decades of experiences. Morgan also discussed turning 60, becoming calmer, taking better care of his health and repairing his relationship with Jeremy Clarkson after a 2004 altercation.

Tim Curry recalled a cherished tradition with his late mother at a hotel on Plymouth Hoe after they reconciled following a turbulent relationship. The actor, who lived in Plymouth from age 11, also discussed his strong attachment to the British coast and how his frequently changing childhood homes influenced the title of his memoir, Vagabond. The book covers his five-decade career in stage, film and voice acting, as well as the stroke he suffered in 2012, which left him using a wheelchair and unable to walk.

Actress Kellie Bright has described the struggle to secure an Education, Health and Care Plan for her son Freddie, who has autism, ADHD and dyslexia. She says the process was “soul-destroying” and urges parents to continue pursuing support despite refusals and delays. Bright attributes many problems to local-authority funding pressures and highlights a lack of suitable provision for children who do not fit easily into mainstream or special schools. Her BBC Panorama documentary follows families seeking EHCPs and examines the wider SEND funding crisis as the Government promises reform.

Gary Lineker ended Ant and Dec's 23-year winning streak in the National Television Awards' Best TV Presenter category. Amanda Holden said the pair were unlikely to be upset and would be pleased for Lineker, while Ant and Dec congratulated him and described his victory as deserved. The duo missed the ceremony because they were filming in South Africa, but I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! won Best Reality Competition.

Angela Rippon says she is recovering well after a recent illness and intends to continue working toward her 60th on-screen anniversary. The 81-year-old broadcaster credits daily stretching and exercise, dancing, tennis, walking, nutritious food and activities that stimulate the mind with helping her maintain her physical and mental wellbeing. She explains that her remark about having an “ambition to die young—as late as possible” reflects her desire to remain active for as long as possible, while supporting Age UK’s Act Now, Age Better campaign.

Emily MacDonagh described the realities of maintaining her 10-year marriage to Peter Andre while raising a busy family and managing her career as a doctor. She said the couple try to have dinner together every two weeks, although it does not always happen, and consider spending a distraction-free evening together at home a nightly rule. The family also aims to visit Cyprus annually, reflecting Peter Andre's heritage. Emily discussed accepting that she cannot manage everything perfectly, while the article also noted that Princess Andre has spoken publicly about difficult aspects of her childhood and receiving counselling.

Former EastEnders actor James Bye, who played Martin Fowler for 10 years before the character was killed off in an explosive live episode marking the soap's 40th anniversary, has expressed interest in joining Doctor Who. Bye made the comments while promoting a stage adaptation of Death Comes to Pemberley, saying he may contact Doctor Who showrunner Russell T Davies. Since leaving EastEnders, he has been touring as Mr. Darcy, while executive producer Chris Clenshaw praised his long service and emotional final performance.

Pamela Anderson has praised her The Naked Gun co-star Liam Neeson as a kind, generous and supportive professional, saying their strong connection made it impossible not to fall in love with him. Their affectionate interviews, an on-camera kiss at the film’s UK premiere and Neeson’s claim that he is “madly in love” with Anderson have fueled romance speculation. Both have framed the relationship as professional, although Anderson described hosting romantic dinners during filming to maintain their on-screen chemistry.

Tamzin Outhwaite said she remains very close to her former partner Tom Child, who lives nearby, visits frequently and retains a key to her home. She described him as one of her best friends and said her children still love him, while ruling out living with a future romantic partner. Outhwaite also discussed adapting to single life and revealed that her eldest child, Flo, is transgender, describing the household as happy and supportive. Her previous marriage to actor Tom Ellis ended in 2014.

BBC Breakfast weather presenter Carol Kirkwood revealed that she chooses her own on-screen outfits, joking that they are determined by whatever is clean, washed and ironed. She said she does not want fashion to distract from the weather forecast and expressed her continuing love for the job, despite acknowledging that retirement will eventually come. The article also highlights her long BBC Breakfast tenure, award wins, honorary fellowship and brief appearance on Strictly Come Dancing.

Actor Cliff Parisi has ruled out a full return to EastEnders after appearing in the soap’s 40th-anniversary episode. Shortly afterward, his company Pleasant Productions reportedly entered liquidation with £119,552 owed to creditors, including HMRC and Barclays Bank, against assets of about £7,200. Parisi previously said he joined I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here! to help pay a tax bill. His separate men’s grooming business, Manley and Moosh, remains active.