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Strictly Come Dancing professional Gorka Marquez and his fiancée, former Emmerdale star Gemma Atkinson, have been engaged for years but there is a heartbreaking reason why they haven’t yet tied the knotJane Lavender Associate Editor, Jack Wetherill Showbiz & TV Editor and Shelley Spadoni09:15, 30 Jul 2025Updated 09:37, 30 Jul 2025Gorka Marquez and Gemma Atkinson have not got married yet(Image: INSTAGRAM)Gemma Atkinson has candidly shared why she’s yet to tie the knot with her Spanish fiancé, Strictly Come Dancing pro Gorka Marquez, despite the pair sharing two little ones, Mia and Thiago. In a heartfelt open letter penned for Father’s Day, she addressed her beloved late father David, who passed away suddenly from a heart attack aged 52 when Gemma, now 40, was merely 17.As she faced her 24th Father’s Day without the man she thinks of “every day”, Gemma, backing the palliative care and bereavement charity Sue Ryder, confessed that the prospect of walking down the aisle without him feels unbearable – his heartbreaking absence being a key factor in delaying her wedding plans.She revealed: “I’m getting married, Dad! One day, anyway. I think one of the reasons we’ve not done it yet is because of you.Gemma lost her dad when she was a teenager(Image: SUPPLIED)”We’ve come close many times, but something stops me. I’m now the last Atkinson in the family line and if I give up my name, there’s no more of us. I don’t want to lose that remaining tie to you.”Not having you walk me down the aisle… maybe I’ll just stay engaged for a bit longer.”Speaking about her future husband, Gemma poignantly expressed that she believes her late father would have been a huge fan of him and their two lovely children – children who, she sadly reflects, he will never get to meet.”I think you’d be really happy with my choice of fiancé. You’d get such a kick out of Gorka being a professional dancer – you loved to dance – and I know you’d adore your grandchildren. Just like you adored me,” reports Devon Live.Gemma and Gorka are parents to Mia, five, and Thiago, almost two(Image: Instagram)She continued: “I wish you’d got to meet him. There have been many times where he would have benefitted from your advice. You travelled so much for work and Gorka needs to be away a lot too.”I remember when Mia was born, he had to leave for a tour when she was three days old. It broke his heart but I know you’d have helped him. I can hear your voice, saying, ‘I get it pal, I had to do the same. You’ll get through it.'”I often feel sad that he never got to shake your hand. You only ever met my high school boyfriend. That’s hard for me.”The former Strictly star and radio presenter confessed she makes certain her father’s memory stays very much alive within her small family.She revealed: “I talk to Thiago and Mia about you all the time. They call you GanGan David. We’ve got a picture of you in the house and Mia thinks GanGan David lives on the moon and you can’t get out.”She always asks us how we can rescue you. When our dogs died it was devastating, but Mia took comfort in the fact you were looking after them somewhere. I really believe you are.”In January, Gorka provided an update on their wedding plans, assuring fans that he and Gemma will tie the knot when little Thiago becomes more independent.He clarified: “We will do it, it’s just not at the moment. We are very good like this, especially with having the kids. Thiago is not independent yet so we don’t want to go into the wedding and be carrying him or halfway through the wedding he starts screaming that he only wants mummy, you know?”Article continues belowWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

Original Iron Maiden singer Paul Mario Day has sadly died age 69, just several months after another band member. Bassist Steve Harris enlisted Paul when the band was formed in 1975 and he became the band’s first singer. He kept the role until 1976 before he was replaced by Dennis Wilcock. Second vocalist Wilcock was […] More

Ozzy Osbourne fans will be able to pay their respects to the Black Sabbath icon today as his funeral procession will move through Birmingham before a private service07:37, 30 Jul 2025Ozzy Osbourne’s family have paid for to allow the Birmingham procession happen(Image: Corbis via Getty Images)Ozzy Osbourne’s family, friends and fans will be able to pay respect today as his funeral procession moves through Birmingham. The Black Sabbath icon died last week at the age of 76, just weeks after he performed with the band for the final time. Wife Sharon confirmed the sad news with a statement from the family.After Ozzy’s death, Elton John was among the famous faces who shared tributes. He called him “one of the funniest people” he had ever met.It’s expected that Sir Elton, 78, will be among the celebrities at Ozzy’s private funeral, which is set to take place at a church in Buckinghamshire.Ozzy Osbourne died last week aged 76(Image: Getty Images)According to The Sun, rising star Yungblud, who was pictured with Ozzy days before his death, will give a reading at the service.The publication adds that Black Sabbath members Tony Iommi, Bill Ward and Geezer Butler will be in attendance, as will Metallica star James Hetfield.Meanwhile, Sharon and four of Ozzy’s kids – Jack, Kelly, Aimee and Louis – will travel behind the hearse in cars.It’s thought Elton John hopes to attend Ozzy’s funeral(Image: Getty Images North America)A source told the publication: “Sharon and the family want to celebrate Ozzy’s life with his fans, with plans for the cortege to travel through Birmingham.”They went on: “Sharon and his family have been so touched by messages they received not only from Ozzy’s friends, but also his fans around the world.”The streets of Birmingham are set to be crowded, with thousands paying their respects to the Prince of Darkness.For those unable to be there in person, a live stream is being made available.Ozzy’s Black Sabbath bandmates will be in attendance(Image: Getty Images)The procession will be accompanied by a brass band, performing Birmingham musicians Bostin’ Brass.Speaking of the event, Lord Mayor Zafar Iqbal said: “Ozzy was more than a music legend – he was a son of Birmingham.Article continues below”Having recently been awarded the Freedom of the City and following his celebrated appearance at the Back To The Beginning concert at Villa Park earlier this month, it was important to the city that we support a fitting, dignified tribute.”We’re proud to host it here with his loving family, and we are grateful they have generously offered to pay to enable this to happen.”Want all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

Former Oasis drummer Tony McCarroll has spoken about the bravado and swearing matches between him and Noel Gallagher that go him kicked out of the iconic 90s band02:10, 30 Jul 2025Tony has been to see the reunion tour (Image: / SplashNews.com)Former Oasis drummer Tony McCarroll has revealed the truth behind his shock sacking from the band, and made a surprise admission about Liam Gallagher.Tony was axed in 1995, less than a year after the band’s chart-smashing debut album Definitely Maybe turned them into the biggest band in Britain. Now, he has opened up about the explosive incident that led to his exit, and says he would even be up for patching things up with Noel Gallagher.Speaking at a fan event at Red Studios in North Shields, The Sun reports that Tony said: “Would I sit down and have a cup of tea, a Rich Tea, with Noel, and go, ‘What the f*** happened, mate?’ I would.”Tony was sacked after a particularly bad bust up with Noel (Image: Getty Images)Recalling the moment that led to him being kicked out, he said: “There was an incident in Paris. I didn’t know my hotel room was next to Noel’s. I had a row with a girl I was with, and the next day at soundcheck he turned round and said, ‘You f****** keep me awake again, you’re getting f****** sacked, mate’.”He added: “Probably the most stupid thing I’ve ever done, but I fronted him and said, ‘You won’t f***ing speak to me like that again.’ A few weeks later – I was out.”Despite it costing him his place in the band, Tony says he doesn’t regret standing his ground. Tony said: “What sort of man would it make me if I didn’t? Everyone was under threat every day – it was all bravado. I never thought I’d actually lose my place.”Though he hasn’t spoken to Noel since, Tony says he’s still in touch with Bonehead and Liam and has a very different view of the Oasis wildman than most.Tony said he is still in touch with Liam and Bonehead(Image: Oasis standalone)Tony said: “Everyone thinks Liam’s a nutcase. But he’s a shockingly nice guy. A lot of the attitude is just bravado or nerves – something in him that struggles with people being in his face.”Reflecting on being left behind as Oasis went global, Tony said: “If the roles were swapped, what do you do? You keep going. They were on the way to superstardom – stadium gigs forever.”Tony, who now teaches drumming, has seen the band’s reunion tour and says it’s “amazing” to see.Article continues belowHe remains proud of his part in Oasis history, drumming on Definitely Maybe and hits like Whatever and Some Might Say.“I wish I had a few more quid,” he added, “but I’ve got to be proud. We were The Beatles of the ’90s. It was mayhem.”For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters. More

Katy Perry has been romantically linked to former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, following the news of her split from fiance Orlando Bloom earlier this month23:14, 29 Jul 2025Updated 00:21, 30 Jul 2025Katy Perry was spotted at dinner with former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Image: Getty Images)Pop sensation Katy Perry has been spotted on a reported “dinner date” with Justin Trudeau while touring Canada.The Fireworks singer, 40, was allegedly seen at a restaurant with the former Canadian Prime Minister earlier this week, sparking whispers of a possible new romance. Katy’s date with Justin, 58, comes shortly after her split from actor Orlando Bloom, 48, announced earlier this month. Trudeu has also experienced a high-profile separation in recent years, having parted ways with his wife Sophie, 50, in 2023.The rumored dinner date is said to have taken place on July 28, during Katy’s Lifetimes Tour, which rolled into Canada last week. With shows in Ottawa and Montreal lined up for July 29 and 30, respectively, the singer-songwriter seemed to have carved out some quality time with Justin.Katy and Orlando share a daughter together(Image: Getty Images for Vanity Fair)According to TMZ, footage shows the pair enjoying a meal at Le Violon in Montreal, where they indulged in cocktails and shared several dishes, including a delectable lobster-filled option. At one point, they were greeted by the chef and even ventured into the kitchen to express their gratitude to the staff.However, co-executive chef Danny Smiles revealed to TMZ that while the atmosphere was convivial, there were no overt displays of affection, leaving him without “dating vibes”,Additional photos have emerged of Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau together in Montreal, sparking further speculation about their relationship. According to TMZ, the images show the pair walking through the city together, looking like a “couple”, just an hour and a half before they were spotted dining together.The sighting comes after Katy Perry and her ex-fiancé Orlando Bloom announced their split earlier this month. The couple, who share a daughter, had been experiencing a “rough patch” and were reportedly planning “make or break talks” before deciding to go their separate ways, reports the Express.Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau split from his wife Sophie in August 2023(Image: AFP via Getty Images)In a joint statement, their representatives confirmed that Katy and Orlando would be shifting their focus to co-parenting, saying: “Due to the abundance of recent interest and conversation surrounding Orlando Bloom and Katy Perry’s relationship, representatives have confirmed that Orlando and Katy have been shifting their relationship over the past many months to focus on coparenting.”The statement continued: “They will continue to be seen together as a family, as their shared priority is – and always will be – raising their daughter with love, stability and mutual respect.”Meanwhile, Justin Trudeau announced his separation from his wife Sophie in August 2023, stating that they would remain a “close family” despite their split.Katy’s world tour continues through Canada(Image: Monica Schipper, Getty Images)He announced: “Sophie and I would like to share the fact that after many meaningful and difficult conversations, we have made the decision to separate.”Justin also expressed that they would maintain “deep love and respect” for one another.Article continues belowJustin ended by saying: “As always, we remain a close family with deep love and respect for each other and for everything we have built and we will continue to build. For the well-being of our children, we ask that you respect our and their privacy.”For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters. More

Controversial adult star Bonnie Blue has admitted that she once forced her family to sit in silence while she made explicit content within earshot of her loved ones22:49, 29 Jul 2025Updated 22:51, 29 Jul 2025Bonnie Blue filmed adult videos while her family were in the house.A new Channel 4 documentary, titled 1000 Men and Me: The Bonnie Blue Story, follows the controversial content creator’s career and her recent explicit escapades.Just minutes in Bonnie – real name Tia Billinger – turns to the camera and says: “My mum said every time I come in this house there is d***** everywhere!””It was funny because on New Year’s Eve my family came over and I was in the living room filming and they had to be really, really quiet. They were like: ‘When can we put the music on? When can we start moving?’ I was just in the next room f****** myself, they’re just waiting in silence next door.”Bonnie said that her family were forced to wait while she filmed next door(Image: Channel 4)Viewers were left fuming by the scenes on the Channel 4 documentary and took to X/Twitter to moan about her antics. One person asked “why the f*** have they made a documentary” about her, while someone else questioned why Channel 4 are “giving her any airtime”.Another user wrote: “Its really interesting how people don’t understand that Bonnie Blue is literally just insane for clicks, no different to other controversial content creators, and everyone watches and clicks. She says stuff just to bait like Andrew Tate and so many people take the bait.”Channel 4 viewers took to X/Twitter in disgust to slam the content creator’s documentaryOne furious tweet also read: “Why the hell is Channel 4 showing a documentary about Bonnie Blue….1000 Men & Me,” with shocked and angry emojis as someone replied: “1.5 hrs long!! Ridiculous.”Throughout the documentary, Bonnie claims she is “the most searched woman in the world this year” and that he bank account “has millions in.”However, it appears she lives in fear as the star has not been outside by herself in six months and has full time security round the clock at her house. Bonnie says she gets “hundreds of death threats a day,” so isn’t willing to step outside by herself as it “isn’t safe”.The documentary aired on Channel 4 on 29 July(Image: air.hq/Instagram)Bonnie is known for her niche of sleeping with “barely legal” teenagers and the adult star claims it “gives her purpose.” She even branded to herself as a “community worker” for sleeping with “normal people”.She said: “It’s not just because I’m obsessed with 18 year olds, like it was such a bigger picture in terms of teaching them how to have sex, like watching their face light up as they lost their virginity. I was like: ‘Wow. I really love that.”Article continues belowJoin the Daily Star’s WhatsApp for the sexiest headlines, showbiz gossip and lots moreThe Daily Star is now on WhatsApp and we want you to join us!Through the app, we’ll send you the sassiest showbiz stories, some naught headline and a seismic smattering of aliens…along with the latest breaking news of course.To join our community, all you have to do to join isclick on this link, select ‘Join Chat’ and you’re in!No one will be able to see who has sign up and no one can send messages except for the Daily Star team. We also treat our community members to competitions, special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.CLICK HERE TO JOINHave you joined Threads? Follow Daily Star to keep up to date on all things showbiz hereWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter More

Cat Deeley and Patrick Kielty have announced that they have split after 17 years together, and it’s been claimed that the couple spent much of their relationship living apart22:38, 29 Jul 2025Updated 22:46, 29 Jul 2025Patrick Kielty and Cat Deeley announced their split this week(Image: Getty Images)TV host Cat Deeley confessed that relocating back to the UK with her husband Patrick Kielty and their two youngsters proved “really hard”.The former couple, who announced their split this week, had lived in America for years. Cat, 48, and Patrick, 54, moved from Los Angeles to London in 2020, having spent more than a decade living overseas.The This Morning host subsequently hinted that she would return to America each summer for her presenting duties on So You Think You Can Dance. The ex-couple, who wed in 2012, were reported to have made the choice partly due to worries about gun violence, reports the Mirror.The pair got married in 2012(Image: Getty Images North America)Cat, who assumed hosting duties on This Morning following her UK return, has also mentioned that additional reasons included wanting to be nearer to relatives and friends.In an interview with the Sunday Times last year, Cat remembered their relocation following an episode where Patrick and one of their children were told to seek shelter at a retail centre. The publication reported there were whispers of a gunman in the vicinity, though it transpired to involve a suspicious package.Cat revealed in the chat that she found the ordeal “really scary”.It was additionally noted at the time that she found their eventual return to Britain, with its absence of sunshine, “really hard”.Cat nevertheless told the publication that the Los Angeles she visits nowadays differs from the city she originally knew. She remarked: “It doesn’t feel as safe as it used to be. There’s an edge, which wasn’t there before. The health system is failing miserably.”Since moving back to the UK, Cat now hosts This Morning with Ben Shepherd (Image: Getty Images for the NTA’s)Cat also highlighted the post-pandemic situation, noting that there are “lots of vulnerable people” with “severe mental health issues” who have unfortunately slipped “through the net”.During her appearance on ITV’s Lorraine in 2020, Cat revealed that a frightening incident at a mall was the “catalyst” for their decision to move back to the UK. Nonetheless, she disclosed that the couple had “always” intended to return to be nearer to their relatives for the benefit of their children eventually.She explained: “Our boys they’ve got grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins that they adore, and they adore them right back. For us, it was like, it’s such a special moment in time and you don’t get those times back again. So we had always thought we would bring them back here so they could know everybody in the family and friends.”Recent rumours suggest that Cat and Patrick may have been leading separate lives for some time following their relocation. Speculation abounds that their periods of separation, due to work commitments such as Patrick’s job in Ireland, might have played a role in their split, which was confirmed today.The ex-couple announced their separation through a joint statement released to the PA news agency. Cat and the Late Late Show presenter Patrick clarified that “no other party involved” and affirmed their commitment to co-parenting their children following the end of their marriage.Article continues belowThey revealed in the statement: “We have taken the decision to end our marriage and are now separated. There is no other party involved. We will continue to be united as loving parents to our children and would therefore kindly ask for our family privacy to be respected. There will be no further comment.”Cat and Patrick first crossed paths whilst presenting the BBC’s Fame Academy in 2002. The pair are understood to have been mates before their friendship blossomed into romance, tying the knot in 2012 after making their relationship public the year before.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters. More

Channel 4 viewers have issued complaints just minutes into a new tell-all documentary about controversial adult star Bonnie BlueKimberly Nhundu22:22, 29 Jul 2025Updated 22:35, 29 Jul 2025Bonnie Blue takes viewers behind the scenes of her viral 1000 men stunt in a new documentary (Image: Channel 4 )Bonnie Blue has made her TV debut with a new Channel 4 documentary, and viewers are fuming about the X-rated film.The adult content creator set the internet on fire when she slept with 1,057 men back in January. Bonnie, whose real name is Tia Billinger, has now taken fans behind the scenes of the controversial stunt.In the new programme, titled 1000 Men and Me: The Bonnie Blue Story, she is followed by a film crew who capture her day-to-day life.According to the synopsis, the film goes “behind the headlines, clickbait and rage bait to discover what life’s really like in Bonnie’s wild orbit, how she got here and what’s really going on behind those steely blue eyes.”Channel 4 viewers have been left ‘disgusted’ just minutes into the documentary (Image: Channel 4 )It also “explores the central question polarising debate about her: Is she a ‘dangerous predator’, pandering to male fantasies and perpetuating the patriarchy? Or an empowered, sex positive, businesswoman having the last laugh?”While its questions aim to cut deep, the film features divisive scenes of sex acts between Bonnie and a series of men. It also includes footage of the 26-year-old stark naked and scenes of her filming porn videos with other adult stars.As viewers have tuned into the tell-all film, many have issued complaints just minutes into the one-off programme.””Literally 3 seconds in and B More