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    Dolly Parton and Maya Jama launch booze – but why are so many celebs releasing drinks?

    EXCLUSIVE: Maya Jama recently collaborated with Gordon’s Pink Gin, Dolly Parton launched Dolly Wines and Don Julio Tequila was a central brand behind this years BAFTAs. Let’s look into the booze-celeb crossover08:45, 25 Feb 2025Anyone fancy a shot of Rebekah Vardy booze? Well, fear not, there’s plenty of other celeb tipple options…(Image: More

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    BBC EastEnders fans predict Ruby Allen’s new romance after Martin Fowler’s death

    EastEnders fans are predicting a romance between Ruby Allen and Zack Hudson following Martin Fowler’s tragic death as the news begins to affect the whole of WalfordTVAngie Quinn22:16, 24 Feb 2025EastEnders has broadcast the heart-wrenching aftermath of Martin Fowler’s (James Bye) sudden and tragic demise, leaving a profound impact on his loved ones and the entire Walford community.In Monday’s episode (February 24), Sonia Fowler (Natalie Cassidy) was recuperating in hospital after giving birth to baby Julia, but had to break the devastating news to her and Martin’s daughter Bex (Jasmine Armfield) about her father’s death.Upon returning home, Sonia received a visit from Linda Carter (Kellie Bright), who encouraged her not to distance herself from her newborn due to her grief, leading Sonia to offer Linda and her family a place to stay following the destruction of The Queen Vic. Concurrently, Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean) was also receiving medical attention after the pub explosion and confessed to Grant Mitchell (Ross Kemp) that she couldn’t stand the thought of never seeing the man she considered as a brother again.EastEnders’ Ruby and Zack share a hug as cry over the the loss of Martin Fowler(Image: More

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    Pamela Anderson, 57, gives verdict on ‘my young Baywatch body’ 28 years after last show

    Hollywood star Pamela Anderson shot to fame after appearing on Baywatch in the 1990s as CJ Parker, but it turns out she still has the killer physique she did 28 years ago20:56, 24 Feb 2025Updated 21:31, 24 Feb 2025Acting legend Pamela Anderson says she still has a 90% Baywatch body.After making an impression at the BAFTAs last week, the 57-year-old, who is best known for playing swimsuit-clad CJ Parker from 1992 to 1997, says she reckons she’s still has her curves from her 20s.The movie star, who once thought she would marry MJ, moved from Canada to California in 1989 to pose for Playboy, went on to star in Barb Wire, Borat and TV series Stacked. Asked in The Observer if she missed her young Baywatch body, Pamela said: “I still have my young Baywatch body! I was thinking that the other day.“There’s little things here and there, but yes, still here – 90% maybe.” Pamela has appeared a record 14 times in Playboy magazine, 13 of them as the cover star.Pamela starred as CJ Parker(Image: More

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    Call The Midwife star’s sizzling TV past as she plays adult worker who raps in fishnets

    Call The Midwife star Renee Bailey is currently playing midwife Joyce Highland in series 12 but fans of the BBC period drama are only just discovering the actress’ saucy past20:29, 24 Feb 2025Joyce Highland, a character in Call the Midwife, was the focus of Sunday’s episode, but viewers are just discovering Renee Bailey’s rather risqué TV history.The midwife found herself in hot water, on the show that supposedly has a haunt set, after a patient lodged an official complaint, leading to a disciplinary hearing alongside Sister Julienne, portrayed by Jenny Agutter.This follows Joyce’s attempt to assist a racist expectant mother who blamed her for developing thrombosis. However, it’s Renee’s vastly different role three years ago that has left fans stunned.Renee featured in the BBC Three series Mood, playing a sex worker and aspiring rapper, as the series ramps up the raciness. In one episode, she and her friend Sasha appear in a music video dressed in bondage-style outfits performing a track called Charge It.(Image: More

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    The Chase’s Bradley Walsh ‘could be replaced’ as he fronts new show in Egypt

    The Chase presenter Bradley Walsh is set to embark on a journey to Egypt in a new ITV show, as betting odds suggest he could be set to leave the popular quiz series18:47, 24 Feb 2025Bradley Walsh, the host of The Chase, is setting off on an extraordinary trip to Egypt, fuelled by a desire to learn how the Pyramids were constructed over 4,500 years ago.Despite the 64-year-old ITV presenter having no plans to leave the long-running ITV quiz show, recent betting odds from betideas.com have ignited rumours about his possible exit and potential successor.The odds indicate that Bradley could depart at any moment, with a 4/6 chance, fuelling speculation about his future. If Bradley does step down, his son Barney Walsh is a strong contender to take over, with odds of 5/1, just behind Stephen Mulhern at 2/1.Other top candidates include Roman Kemp, also at 5/1, and Alexander Armstrong at 8/1. Lee Mack (9/1), Ben Shephard (10/1), and Clara Amfo (10/1) are also in contention.Lee Astley from betideas.com remarked: “Bradley Walsh’s 16-year stint on The Chase could be coming to an end soon, with the presenter odds-on at 4/6 to leave the show anytime in 2025, and viewers seemingly fed up with his recent hosting duties.”, as reported by the Express. He further stated, “Should Walsh depart the programme, the most eye-catching name in the betting to replace him is his son Barney, who is 5/1 to step into his father’s shoes in the ITV series.”Bradley is one of the UK’s top presenters(Image: More

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    EastEnders’ Martin Fowler star James Bye’s new job after tragic BBC soap death

    Martin Fowler star James Bye has joined the cast of a brand new production, taking on the iconic role of Mr Darcy in the new play Death Comes To Pemberley17:56, 24 Feb 2025Updated 17:59, 24 Feb 2025EastEnders: Joe Swash makes his return as Mickey MillerEastEnders actor James Bye has officially left the soap as his character Martin Fowler was killed off during the 40th anniversary special.However, James has opened up about his fresh gig post-Walford life as he swaps the drama of Albert Square for the regal elegance of a Jane Austen hero. Fans were left reeling when Martin, played by 40-year-old James since 2014, was killed in a live special episode last week.The beloved character met a grim fate, squashed under a heavy metal beam following a catastrophic blast at the Queen Vic – all because Reiss Colwell rammed his car into the boozer. He had to dodge Ian Beale, who was chucked on the road by his missus Cindy Beale.Despite Martin’s heroic attempts to save others, he ended up trapped with Stacey helplessly watching on. But James isn’t fetching for job ads; he’s bagged himself the role of the swoon-worthy Mr Darcy and is heading to the stage in Death Comes To Pemberley, helmed by director Joe Harmston and featuring Endeavour actor Sean Rigby as Colonel Fitzwilliam.Chatting about his move, James shared: “I am leaving EastEnders on an absolute high after the explosive live 40th anniversary episode. After a decade of gritty storylines it’s going to be quite a switch to put on period clothes as one of literature’s romantic leading men, but I can’t wait for this new chapter to begin.”Martin was killed off for the 40th anniversary(Image: More