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Labubus are the latest toy craze, with shops now offering a lottery system just so customers can win a chance to buy one as demand is so high10:31, 21 Aug 2025Labubus are the latest craze to hit the toy market(Image: Getty Images)It seems even celebrities are in on the Labubu craze, as Pixie Lott has announced a special gig and fans must bring one to be allowed in. The toy, or fashion accessory for many, is a furry little monster with big ears and eyes, and a toothy smile. The demand for them has been so high that Pop Mart, the store who sells them, was forced to withdraw them from shops and introduce a lottery system to give customers the chance to buy one.A number of celebrities are fans of the creepy but cute little monsters, including Blackpink member Lisa. And it seems Pixie Lott is, too.The singer is back with her new single Coming Of Age, marking a new chapter in her music career.Pixie Lott has announced a pop-up gig for Labubu lovers(Image: Supplied )And to celebrate, the 34-year-old has announced a world-first, pop-up gig – but only for Labubu lovers.Pixie, real name Victoria, will be performing an acoustic set on August 28 at a secret location in west London.Article continues belowThe gig is free, but limited to 75 people, and to get into the event fans must bring their Labubu with them.Fans have reacted to the news, with one saying: “Labubu tax? Yas queen, take my money!”Another said: “Labubu season, time to secure the bag.”A third wrote: “Labubu as entry? That’s a quirky twist.”Meanwhile, others were left confused.One said: “Rich people doing rich people things. Gatekeeping the poor.”Another wrote: “‘Coming of age’ while having a party where you need a Labubu to enter.”Pixie Lott has released her new single Coming Of Age(Image: Supplied )Someone else said: “I really want to know what the correlation is between Pixie and Labubu because this just seems so random.”Pixie’s new song Coming Of Age debuted on Scott Mills’ BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show on August 21, with the music video being released later this afternoon.It looks at Pixie’s journey as an artist, as well as a mother and woman taking control while spinning the many plates that life brings.She said: “It’s about embracing change, owning your story, and stepping into the next phase of life with strength.Article continues below”I’ve always been stuck in the past but becoming a mum changed everything, and I can’t wait to be a ‘mother of another’.”This track is the beginning of a new chapter – musically and personally.”Want all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

Katie Price’s Mucky Mansion has finally been sold to a new owner, who have shared plans to get the country home back to its former glory10:01, 21 Aug 2025Katie Price’s Mucky Mansion’s new owners have been revealed(Image: Channel 4 )Katie Price’s notorious Mucky Mansion has finally found a buyer for a substantial sum. The property, which Katie snapped up in 2014 for a staggering £2million, served as her home until mounting debts forced her to leave when she could no longer keep up with mortgage payments.Despite the sale going through, Katie won’t pocket a penny from the transaction as the proceeds are being used to settle her outstanding debts. Even though Katie has branded the house “cursed” following a string of break-ins, alleged ghostly sightings and the deaths of her pets on the premises, the new proprietor remains undeterred.Furniture tycoon and divorced father-of-two James Mercer, 62, from Northern Ireland, purchased the property in January, several months after Price was evicted by bailiffs due to her inability to meet mortgage obligations.James Mercer has reportedly put aside a chunk of money to do up the propertyReports suggest Mr Mercer is planning comprehensive renovations to transform the home into a habitable residence. Mercer’s partner, Leike Qu, who jointly owns Mucky Mansion with him, revealed they were smitten with the home that has been embroiled in media controversy for years.”We are just very ordinary and quiet people who fell in love with this country house,” Ms Qu revealed to The MailOnline. The pair, who splashed out £1million on the freehold, have reportedly saved a considerable budget for restoring Mucky Mansion to its former glory.Article continues belowThey secured the property for less than the £1.35million asking price the Mucky Mansion had originally commanded. Katie was forced to reduce the cost after battling to find a buyer due to the building’s dire condition, which saw the kitchen ceiling collapse.Additional worries emerged regarding potential land contamination from waste, whilst the swimming pool water had turned an alarming shade of green, reports the Mirror..Professional cleaners were brought in to tackle enormous mounds of debris left behind before local estate agents HJ Burt put it on the market. Soon after vacating the residence, Katie lashed out with a stark warning for the property’s new occupants.Katie Price reckons the Mucky Mansion is ‘cursed'(Image: Channel 4)She declared: “I hate that house. Whoever buys it, I warn them, they will get bad luck there. It is absolutely cursed. My anxiety got worse with that house. There was a point when I couldn’t even walk up the driveway without having a panic attack. I had therapy about the house. I should never have gone back there. Now I’m out of it, it’s the best thing I’ve ever done.”Price had previously insisted the dwelling was haunted by a young child’s ghost. The residence, with nine bedrooms, three reception areas, four bath/shower rooms and a one-bedroom annexe, also features extensive grounds and private stables.Her eldest daughter, Princess Andre, has similarly reflected on her period in the house and confessed she harboured few fond memories from her stay there. “It was a really scary house,” she revealed.The influencer added: “A lot went on there. So I didn’t really like it. I guess when you have bad experiences somewhere, you don’t like the place.”Mucky Mansion, located near Horsham, West Sussex, was thrust into the spotlight in a Channel 4 documentary as Katie attempted to breathe new life into the property one last time. However, bailiffs reportedly arrived at the 11-bedroom estate in June 2024 to reclaim the keys, roughly a decade after the TV star purchased the expansive home.Article continues belowWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

The former Inbetweeners star says she has been ‘typecast’ as a ‘sexy woman’ but insists she is more than a ‘pouty face and a pair of boobs’ and has ‘used all of that’ in her personal lifeAndy Gilpin Deputy Editor in Chief and Bang Showbiz09:31, 21 Aug 2025Updated 09:31, 21 Aug 2025Emily Atack attends the Glamour Women of The Year Awards (Image: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)Emily Atack is keen to keep playing “sexy women” roles for as long as she can and admits she is ‘flawed;.The actress, who rose to fame as Charlotte ‘Big Jugs’ Hinchcliffe in the Channel 4 comedy The Inbetweeners, has previously stated that she’s more than just a “than a pouty face and a pair of boobs”. However, Emily admits she’s thoroughly enjoyed every moment of being “typecast” in such roles.In one scene from Rivals, Emily, playing Sarah Stratton, was seen engaging in a game of nude tennis alongside Alex Hassell’s character, Rupert Campbell-Black. She revealed that there were similarities between her character and her own experiences.Emily Atack in that famous scene in Rivals(Image: Hulu/Youtube)Speaking at the Edinburgh TV Festival, as reported by The Sun, Emily confessed: “I wasn’t afraid to identify with her and I completely, I AM her. I’m a very flawed woman. I’ve made terrible decisions in my love life. I used all of that – it was completely genuine – and yes, I used the vulnerability, all of it.”The 35-year-old star has noticed a change in how “demonised women” are portrayed on screen.Article continues belowShe observed: “Finally, women are being written about in a certain way. These demonised women, they’re not being celebrated but they are being understood better.Emily Atack on holiday in spain with Alistair Garner and baby Barney(Image: Emily Atack/Instagram)”They’re always certain types of women – the demonised types of women, you know, the home wreckers and everything. I think people have been quite scared to admit that they identify with characters like Sarah.”Emily maintains that she has never had an issue with repeatedly landing similar roles.She revealed: “There are roles that come along and the term ‘typecast’ is always seen as this negative thing. I’ve been typecast my whole life and I loved every single minute of it.”I will carry on playing these sexy women for as long as they will have me.”Emily Atack loves to portray ‘sexy women’ onscreen and hopes she can continue doing so(Image: BANG Showbiz)Emily had previously opened up about being more than just her looks: “People think that if you look a certain way you can’t write, or you don’t have an opinion.”I thought I needed to almost reinvent myself and show that there is more to me than a pouty face and a pair of boobs.Article continues below”The irony of it was that, my whole life, I’d been striving to be sexy when in fact being what I really am – a wobbly-a****, freckly-faced, fun girl – is what makes me feel happiest.”The star has also hit out at the double standards between herself and her male colleagues in the past.She explained: “Discussing one-night stands shouldn’t be such a terrible thing as a woman. Blokes are allowed to talk about them until they’re blue in the face so I’m just, like, whatever. It’s part of being single, it’s part of your dating life. Sometimes one-night stands can be a great thing, sometimes they’re a disaster and I think everyone can relate to that.” More

Late Love Island host Caroline Flack took her own life in February 2020 after learning she would face a trial for the alleged assault of her boyfriend Lewis Burton08:38, 21 Aug 2025An investigation into the circumstances into the decision to charge Caroline Flack has been closed(Image: PA)The police watchdog has decided that the circumstances leading up to Caroline Flack being charged with assault were “reasonably and proportionate”. The late Love Island host took her own life in February 2020 after learning she was to face trial for allegedly assaulting her boyfriend Lewis Burton. She died at the age of 40.Initially, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) had recommended a caution over the December 2019 incident. However the Metropolitan Police appealed and she was subsequently charged with assault by beating.After a number of reviews into how the case was handled, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has closed its latest investigation.Caroline Flack died in 2020 at the age of 40(Image: PA)They found in January of this year that the Met Police officers’ actions leading up to the charge was “reasonable and proportionate”.The IOPC got a complaint referral from the Met Police, containing “a number of allegations about the force’s investigation” in March last year.Article continues belowMost of the allegations had been investigated previously and reviewed by the IOPC so it found no more action was needed.The Met was, however, directed to look into one aspect of the complaint as “there may be new witness evidence available”.It was in relation to the actions of officers appealing the CPS’s initial decision.An IOPC spokesperson told Sky News that five allegations went to the force’s Directorate of Professional Standards (DPS) to “resolve in a proportionate manner”.Caroline Flack’s mother Christine has said she believes her daughter’s celeb status affected the police decision(Image: Internet Unknown)Last June, the Met found that no new evidence would have changed the previous outcomes, but the complainant asked for the IOPC to look into it again.The IOPC said: “Following that review, in January 2025 we found that outcome to be reasonable and proportionate.”Meanwhile, a Met Police spokesperson said: “It did not change the original outcome that the service provided by officers was acceptable.”The family were advised of the outcome in June [2024] and then appealed that outcome to the IOPC.”The IOPC carried out a review and, in January 2025, found no new evidence that would alter any of the previous outcomes.”The IOPC have said another review could come about if there was any new evidence.Caroline’s mother had previously said she believed the fact her daughter was a celebrity meant she was treated different.Article continues belowWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

Zoe Ball has said she was ‘in shock for two years’ after the death of her boyfriend Billy Yates, who died after a tragic battle with depression back in 201707:43, 21 Aug 2025Zoe Ball has said gardening helped with her grief(Image: Getty Images)Radio favourite Zoe Ball has confessed a simple hobby helped her deal with the grief of losing her boyfriend. The BBC star had been dating cameraman Billy Yates for a number of months before he was found dead at his home in May 2017. He died after a lengthy battle with depression, with Zoe admitting she was struggling in the aftermath and was “in shock for two years”.Now, she has revealed it was gardening which helped her navigate the loss – and it all started with the thoughtfulness of her friends.Speaking with her Dig It podcast co-host Jo Whiley, the 54-year-old explained: “People bought roses for me when I lost Billy and Billy had tattoos up his arm of roses.Zoe Ball’s boyfriend Billy Yates sadly died in 2017(Image: Internet Unknown)”When we lost him a lot of loved ones went and got the rose tattoo for him so people bought me roses to grow for him, which was such a lovely thing.”And we’ve talked about, you know, lost loved ones and how wonderful it is when these plants come to life and you know they are always with you.”Article continues belowZoe continued: “So that was where it started and I love that garden, it just became a place for me to take time at the end of the day and be able to breath in and breath out.”And then you learn how wonderful it is to grow something yourself.Zoe Ball said she was ‘in shock for two years’ after Billy’s death(Image: Instagram)”I realised how good it was for me and how much I loved it.”In May, Zoe paid tribute to Billy, eight years after his death.It followed another difficult period of time for her, after she lost her mother in April 2024 to cancer.The Celebrity Gogglebox star stepped back from her BBC Radio 2 show to be with her family afterwards.Similarly, she took a break from her Saturday afternoon show at the time of Billy’s sad death.Speaking in 2020 about his death, she said on BBC Radio 4 show Desert Island Discs: “I think it’s so isolating to be trapped in your mind like that, when you doubt yourself, you doubt everything you’ve ever known.Zoe Ball said she loves to be in her garden(Image: Instagram)”You doubt your family love you. You doubt your friends care for you.”She spoke of how important it was to “share there is hope” and remembered Billy with some lovely words.Zoe said: “He was so full of love and would help anyone in need.”She dedicated the Frank Wilson song Do I Love You to him, saying: “He loved to dance and loved to laugh and he brought so much into my life.”For emotional support, you can call the Samaritans 24-hour helpline on 116 123, email jo@samaritans.org, visit a Samaritans branch in person or go to the Samaritans website.Article continues belowWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

Pamela Anderson has opened up about her close bond with Liam Neeson as the pair continue to be at the centre of romance rumours amid the release of their new film together00:52, 21 Aug 2025Insiders have fuelled speculation the pair are dating(Image: John Phillips/Getty Images)Actress Pamela Anderson has finally broken her silence on her rumoured romance with Liam Neeson.The pair have been at the centre of romantic whispers in recent weeks whilst embarking on a promotional tour for their latest film, The Naked Gun, which serves as a remake of the original trilogy. Liam takes on the role of Lt. Frank Drebin Jr, the offspring of Leslie Nielsen’s iconic character Frank Drebin, whilst Pamela portrays a character named Beth.Supporters of both Pamela and Liam have made their feelings crystal clear that they’re hoping the romance rumours prove accurate, with the duo adding fuel to the fire when they were spotted getting rather cosy lately.Pamela recently discussed the pair’s “natural chemistry”(Image: Cindy Ord/Getty Images)Now the Baywatch icon has revealed to OK! magazine that she feels at ease in his presence, stating: “He’s such a gentleman, such a sweetheart, so giving and generous, and so complimentary and supportive that, you know, you can’t help but fall in love with him.”Pamela also disclosed they share “chemistry” away from the cameras, describing Liam as “a bit silly”. She continued: “has that little boy sense of humor and he’s funny,” before revealing: “On set, I don’t think we broke too much, but in rehearsals, we’d be playing around and having a bit of a laugh.”Article continues belowInsiders have reportedly told various publications that both stars have been courting “for a while”, though the couple haven’t officially acknowledged they’re romantically involved. A source informed the Daily Mail: “Pam is very drawn to Liam because he is totally open to her way of thinking and living, and especially her approach to fame, which is impressive.”The pair have been very close during The Naked Gun press tour(Image: Getty Images for SiriusXM)Another source went on to reveal they’ve “managed to keep the long-distance romance private” by spending time at her residence in Canada.A third insider revealed, “Pam cooks and gardens at home… it’s wholesome and appealing and very un-Hollywood and Liam loves that.”Pamela had previously discussed her “natural chemistry” with Liam during filming. Speaking on the Today Show, she explained: “We just had this natural chemistry, and we had a great script, a great director.”Liam chimed in: “And we’re both silly,” prompting Pamela to agree, “Yeah.”Liam went on to say: “We discovered a silly bone in each other. Pamela also addressed rumors that she was set to have a role in 1994’s The Naked Gun 33 1/2 and admitted that while she heard “some talk” about it, she is “glad” she is able to be in this version of the film at this time.”In the comedy flick, Frank Drebin (portrayed by Neeson), alongside his colleague Ed Hocken Jr. (Paul Walter Hauser), creates mayhem wherever he goes, much to the frustration of his long-suffering superior, Chief Davis (CCH Pounder), reports the Irish Star.When an employee at the electric vehicle firm owned by business tycoon Richard Cane (Danny Huston) is found dead inside one of the vehicles, Frank and Ed begin their probe. The deceased’s charismatic sibling, Beth Davenport (Pamela Anderson), implores the officers to expose the truth, During their enquiry Frank provokes Cane’s devoted aide, Sig Gustafson (Kevin Durand).Article continues belowFor the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters. More

The Only Way is Essex star Ricky Rayment has announced that his older sister Lisa Kempley has died, aged 56, following a memorial service for the late makeup artist23:16, 20 Aug 2025Updated 23:18, 20 Aug 2025Ricky Tayment announced his heatbreak at the death of his sister(Image: Kate Green, Getty Images)Former The Only Way is Essex star Ricky Rayment has revealed the heartbreaking news that his elder sister, Lisa Kempley, has passed away at the age of 56. He broke the tragic news to his followers this week after a memorial service for the late makeup artist.Ricky, 34, shared details about attending her funeral in Essex earlier today, providing a picture of the order of service which showcased a cheerful photo of Lisa on the front cover. The programme disclosed that Lisa had sadly passed away nearly four weeks ago, on 25th July.The reality TV personality honoured his sister in an Instagram post shared this evening following the ceremony.He posted the Order of service on his socials (Image: ricky31/instagram)His heartfelt message read: “RIP my beautiful sister. You got the send off you deserved.”He concluded with: “Love you forever.”Article continues belowLisa’s passing was initially announced via a post on her business page on the social media platform earlier this month, reports the Mirror.The announcement stated: “We are saddened to announce that our lovely Lisa passed away on Friday 25th July. We know she was truly loved by friends and clients alike and therefore want to extend an open invitation to attend her funeral service.”The post further described Lisa as an “Irreplaceable wife, mum, sister, daughter, friend and eyebrow queen.”Several celebrities expressed their condolences in response to the post. Ricky’s former co-star Jess Wright commented: “I’m so so sorry. Sending so much love.”Ricky is a member of the band D5 with Tom Zanetti, Shide Boss, Luke White, and Jordi Whitworth(Image: ricky31/instagram)Love Island’s Georgia Harrison responded with: “Love you so much Lisa.”Expressing their condolences, another person commented: “This is heartbreaking news. Sending you all so much love.”A different follower responded to the post on the platform earlier this month: “Just the most beautiful, kind person. Just heartbreaking.”The announcement contained details regarding her funeral arrangements and suggested charitable contributions in Lisa’s honour. It read: “The family would be grateful for any donations to be made to St Clare Hospice and the charity Target Ovarian Cancer.”Article continues belowRicky made his TV debut on the fourth series of TOWIE in January 2012. He was a main cast member until season 14, making his final appearance in the episode broadcast on 5 April 2015He then took the acting world by storm and recently played Dominic in the action film Dead Ringer, which was released on 25 June 2018.For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletters. More

They’re not back for good but Robbie Williams and Gary Barlow are working together again as the former Take That bandmates have written a song about their obsession with the Smith’s MorrisseySam Mayers22:56, 20 Aug 2025Robbie and Gary have not worked together for over a decade (Image: Getty Images)Robbie Williams and Gary Barlow have teamed up for the first time in over a decade and written a song dedicated to 66-year-old Morrissey for Rob’s upcoming Britpop album. Rob revealed: “It’s great because that particular track is a song made by Robbie Williams and Gary Barlow about Morrissey.”It’s more tender than it sounds: “The reason I am considerate about him is because I am writing it from the point of view of a stalker. “So it’s somebody that’s stalking Morrissey, he’s completely obsessed and in love with him.”Coldplay’s Chris Martin has also contributed to the album whilst Supergrass’ Gaz Coombes has “written a couple of songs” with Rob too. He’s previously said that the album, out October 10, is the album that he “wanted to write and release” after he quit Take That back in 1995.The song focusses on the former lead singer of the Smiths, Morrissey (Image: Mirrorpix)However, the Angels hitmaker admitted he was caught up in chasing commercial success.Speaking at a Q&A at London’s The Groucho Club, Robbie admitted: “I’ve kind of been musically a bit aimless for a little while because I don’t know really what to do – I’ve chased yesterday an awful lot which happens.Article continues below“Fortunately for me I was in the pocket for so long, my rise was so long but then when commercial radio or whatever stops playing you, you think s**t ‘what was it that I did?’ and then you look backwards.“I have just spent the last 15 years looking backwards.“And I just think with this album if I am going to look backwards I might as well just clear the decks, go back to the start, and head off from there.”And whilst Robbie was known for his peroxide hair in his heyday, he admitted his thinning hair plagues him daily. The 51-year-old confessed: “The hair is powder and scaffolding because that’s thinning and it’s going and I think about it every day.”Robbie believes he’s had many iconic looks during his time, and is unsure as to why the blonde barnet and red jacket has become so infamous.The rest of the Take That lads aren’t involved(Image: Getty Images)He said: “I’ve worn a lot of clothes, we all have, and you’d think out of everything I have worn there would be several iconic moments but it turns out there was only one.“It was a red Adidas top, bleach blonde hair, and I blacked one of my teeth out to make it look as though it wasn’t there.”And as far as skincare goes, Rob’s regime is minimal, he laughed: “Because I’ve got ADHD my selfcare is appalling and so I have to remember to apply moisturiser which I do have.”Article continues belowRobbie will celebrate the release of Britpop with his smallest ever ticketed show at London’s Dingwalls on October 9.Have 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