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Former Coronation Street star Charlie Lawson appeared in the iconic ITV soap on and off for years, and now the actor has bagged himself a surprising new side hustle16:07, 19 Aug 2025Updated 16:22, 19 Aug 2025Corrie legend Charlie Lawson is working part-time at a coffee van, helping his friend Lisa(Image: @charlie_lawson1X)Corrie fans can now get a coffee brewed by Jim McDonald star Charlie Lawson.The 65-year-old played patriarch Jim in Coronation Street for 11 years from 1989 until 2000, and has returned numerous times; the last being in 2018. He played Steve McDonald’s dad and had a famously rocky marriage to Liz in the soap.He’s now bagged himself a new side hustle – working part-time in a coffee van. The star took to X to tell fans about his new job helping his friend Lisa, and confirmed Corrie fans would be able to get pics with him if they so wish.In a clip, he said: “Well folks, welcome to Bridge 19 café, which is on the Macclesfield Canal, going north something or other. Saturdays and Sundays, from breakfast time early in the morning until two o’clock.The actor said he’s happy to take selfies with fans(Image: @charlie_lawson1X)”I’m here sometimes, cooking for you so you can get a selfie and all that sort of craic as well.” He wrote in his caption: “Bridge 19 cafe Macclesfield canal, helping my good friend Lisa. Pop in Saturday and Sundays 9am until 2pm.”Article continues belowCharlie has also announced he’s doing a tour of Scotland, where he’ll be sharing behind the scenes secrets from his time on the ITV soap and more. Tickets to his show, An Evening with Charlie Lawson, are available here.Charlie played Jim in Coronation Street on and off between 1989 and 2018(Image: ITV)A description for the event, which includes a live on-stage interview, reads: “Exciting news for Coronation Street fans! CHARLIE LAWSON the star actor that played Jim McDonald is bringing his brand new show to Scotland! The iconic soap star of the long-standing soap opera is bringing his magic to the stage.”Step into the world of Corrie like never before as for a memorable evening filled with behind-the-scenes revelations, amusing anecdotes, and touching memories from the beloved ITV series. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to meet one of Coronation Streets biggest stars! Charlie will be sure to make you laugh with his you with his charisma and charm.”Whether you’ve been watching since 1960 or you’ve just discovered the magic of Weatherfield, An Audience with Charlie Lawson promises an evening of laughter, nostalgia, and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary event!”The actor, who also hosts on GB News, branded 2024 the worst year of his acting career. Speaking on The Nolan Show, he said: “2024 is the most unsuccessful year I’ve had in 44 years. And there are a lot of issues to do with that.”I’ve got lots of white hair, I’m 64 and there are less parts around. I work for GB News at the moment and I’ve got to renegotiate that contract next year and my wife Debbie runs a women’s refuge.”I’m in the living room with my shooting gear on because I’m a field sportsman and because I can’t have the heat on all day and it’s Baltic over here. Have you looked at your bills? You have lean times, I mean last year the heat was on all the time in the winter, this year it will not be.”However, he’s acted in several shows since his original run in Corrie. These include Holby City, Doctors, Casualty, Brotherhood and Dark Heart.Article continues belowHave you joined Threads? Follow Daily Star to keep up to date on all things showbiz here .Want all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

Molly-Mae Hague has racked up a number of parking tickets over the last few years and her most recent one comes less than six weeks after her previous15:54, 19 Aug 2025Molly-Mae has been issued her sixth parking fine of the year.The Love Island star is facing her second in less than six weeks after the busy mum-of-one was spotted peeling a ticket from her G-Wagon after a trip out in Cheshire. She’s already been snapped removing five tickets this year, with the most recent one issued in July at the same location.However, Molly-Mae likely won’t be losing sleep over the cost with the average penalty around £75, which is typically halved if paid within 14 days. She was seen yanking the fine off her vehicle before heading off, reports the Mirror.Hague was reportedly slapped with 11 fines in 2024 and if she didn’t pay promptly, Molly-Mae would have shelled out close to £800 unless she contested the fines although nothing has been confirmed by the influencer herself.Molly-Mae was seen removing a sixth parking ticket from her car(Image: mollymae/Instagram)When Molly-Mae initially bought her lavish motor she couldn’t wait to share the purchase with fans. Back in 2022 she gushed to the camera: “I’m joining you today from my new car which is so exciting.”Article continues below”I’ve only waited for this moment for just over a year. I wanted to come on today and say ‘I got my new car’. As for what car I got, I’m sure a lot of you will have guessed I got a Mercedes G-Wagon!”.”This has been my dream car for literally years and years. I feel so lucky and happy.” Molly-Mae then explained why her old Range Rover never ended up with her sister Zoe, despite her original plan to hand it over.The influencer has racked up a number of parking fines over the years(Image: Instagram/@mollymae)”It was probably about a year ago that I made a plan to give my Range Rover to my sister because I grew so attached to my last car that I really, really didn’t want to get rid of it when I got this car. However, I had planned to gift it to my sister before I found out I was pregnant.””How do I explain this? If I wasn’t pregnant and didn’t have a lot of other things to be spending money on, maybe I would have still given her my car, but I decided in the end to sell my car, which was very sad. I still got Zoe a new car – she’s upgraded to an Audi. I didn’t give her the Range Rover. I wanted to give it to her so I could still see it but I just had to put my sensible hat on.”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

It’s been 22 long years, but Brookside is finally making its eagerly awaited return – for a limited time only. The cherished Merseyside soap will be back this October as part of a special crossover episode with Hollyoaks to celebrate the latter’s 30th milestone.Both shows spring from the creative mind of renowned writer Sir Phil Redmond, who has voiced his enthusiasm about witnessing his two creations join forces. He recently said: “I can’t wait to see how all the gardens are coping in the heatwave and, who knows, what might pop up if someone decides to re-lay their patio. I know we left something else down there.”Brookside, which originally broadcast on Channel 4 from 1982 to 2003, launched countless faces to fame who have since gone on to even greater achievements. Anna Friel made her small-screen breakthrough as Beth Jordache over two series, while Sue Johnston and Ricky Tomlinson – who played Sheila and Bobby Grant respectively during the 1980s – would later be reunited in the BBC’s beloved sitcom The Royle Family in the late 1990s.The soap became so popular that it even attracted several famous guest spots, and here we look at the six most notable cameos who graced Brookside Close. More

Tommy Fury has shared a fresh look into his relationship with Molly-Mae Hague after it was revealed that they are back together after spending months apart from each otherDanny Gutmann14:40, 19 Aug 2025Tommy has shared a fresh insight into his relationship with Molly-Mae(Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images for PrettyLittleThing)Former Love Islander Tommy Fury he and Molly-Mae Hague were “perfect” before “everything went wrong” as he offered a fresh insight into their up and down relationship.It had looked like love at first sight for Molly-Mae and reality star turned boxer Tommy when she made her entrance into the villa back in 2019.After soon coupling up on the show, they were back in the UK where they were thrust into the media spotlight once again with various TV and radio appearances to follow.In recent years they have seen their fame continue to reach new heights with Tommy earning multi-millions pounds pursuing his boxing career while Molly-Mae became the creative director of popular women’s online clothes retailer Pretty Little Thing, before leaving the position to start her own brand, Maebe in September last year.Tommy and Molly-Mae first met in 2019(Image: AFP via Getty Images)Molly-Mae gave birth to their first child together in January 2023 before the couple got engaged six months later. It had looked like the wedding bells would soon be ringing after a July engagement, but the pair have endured a rocky last 12 months.Article continues belowThe pair released simultaneous statements on their Instagram stories on August 14 2024, revealing that they had decided to bring their relationship to an end.Tommy offered a rare iinsight into their relationship on his new BBC series, Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury. He revealed how their loved blossomed after meeting on TV: “I think me and Molly were just the regular couple who just found love on TV. We were perfect for each other.”The pair had got engaged and had a baby together before their split last year(Image: Getty Images)Tommy sharedhow their relationship initially went from strength to strength: “I had a beautiful baby daughter, I got engaged to Molly, two multimillion pound fights that I both won, houses, private jets, cars. All the glitz and glam.”Adding that “Life, it was all there.” he then revealed “And then everything just went wrong.” In a look back at why things had “gone wrong” in their relationship, he admitted that it was due to his alcohol intake.Tommy and Molly-Mae reconciled earlier this year (Image: Max Cisotti/Dave Benett/Getty Im)Article continues belowHowever, since their split last August it looks like the couple have been able to patch things up recently. In an episode of her Behind It All Part II series on Amazon Prime, Molly-Mae said: “I love Tommy so much and I love our family so much that I’m willing to ride the wave,”She added: “And that’s not something that everyone wants to do, but it’s something that I’m willing to do because I want my family.”She continued: “Obviously, he knows it’s the drink. He’s not drank now for what, four months?” More

Jack Kay, better known as the Ibiza Final Boss, has taken social media by storm in recent weeks, and now he’s even caught the attention of a few famous faces13:59, 19 Aug 2025Jack Kay has become known as the Ibiza Final Boss(Image: jack.kayy1/Instagram)A BBC star has transformed into the Ibiza Final Boss in an incredible social media clip. Jack Kay, better known as the Ibiza Final Boss, found quick social media stardom this summer after a video of him in the Spanish party destination went viral. He’s since gone viral, with his image even being immortalised as a very detailed puppet.And he’s even caught the attention of some famous faces, as Victoria Scone of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK stardom, shared their incredible transformation into the social star.The drag performer, real name Emily Diapre, shared a hilarious video in which they looked almost identical to the actual Jack.Victoria Scone dressed up as the Ibiza Final Boss(Image: victoriascone/Instagram )With a costume from talented designer Silver Rox, Victoria transformed into the Geordie lad.The costume was complete with muscular arms, the precisely groomed facial hair and, of course, the monk-ish hairstyle that Jack has grown to be best known for.Article continues belowVictoria wrote in the caption: “On my way to get 80k to pretend to DJ.”RuPaul’s Drag Race season nine winner Sasha Velour commented: “Yes sir!”Victoria Scone’s drag is usually far more glam(Image: twitter)RuPaul’s Drag Race Down Under season two winner Spankie Jackzon said: “This is sooo good.”Victoria shared a second video showing a closer view of the costume, as well as the before.Someone commented: “Perfect. Dreadful but perfect.”Another said: “F****** brilliant! I have a feeling he’s going to end up being someone’s Halloween costume this year!”Victoria first found fame on BBC Three’s RuPaul’s Drag Race UK season three in 2021, becoming the first cisgender female queen on any of the Drag Race shows.Victoria Scone competed on RuPaul’s Drag Race series three in 2021(Image: Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images)They returned for a second shot on Canada’s Drag Race: Canada vs The World in 2022.Meanwhile, Jack Kay found online fame as the Ibiza Final Boss earlier this summer.His unique look got people talking on social media, with reports emerging of him in talks for his own reality TV show.Article continues belowWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

Hollywood legend Joan Collins put on an ageless display in a chic white swimsuit while posing by the pool at her St Tropez home in the south of France, and she teased a new movie11:51, 19 Aug 2025Dame Joan in Dynasty(Image: Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images)Hollywood icon Joan Collins looked sensational in a stylish white swimsuit.The 92-year-old Dynasty star sends the internet into meltdown with her glamorous swimsuit looks, and this week she did it all over again. The actress showed off her age-defying beauty as she posed by the poolside at her St Tropez villa in the south of France.She beamed for the camera and sported a wide-brimmed red hat while sat on a sunbed soaking up the rays. Dame Joan was positively glowing and showed off her killer figure in the poolside snap – which she used to tease her next big project.In the caption, she wrote: “The producer is thinking of making a sequel to Murder Between Friends. I played Francesca Carlyle who is a tv star and also a private detective. ( like shades of Agatha Christie & Murder She Wrote ).”The Hollywood legend looked stunning by the pool at her villa in St Tropez, FranceShe added: “Meanwhile, I’m relaxing in the South of France in 90° [32°C] heat. Thinking of my next move or next movie!” The star’s friends and fans rushed to the comments to swoon over her beauty.Article continues belowPal Piers Morgan wrote: “Lovely pic!”, and director Paul Robinson said: “Absolutely stunning!!!”. One fan gushed: “Absolutely love the colours you’re wearing, Joan! You look fabulous!”, and another said: “I hope I’m thinking of my next move when I’m in my 90s. You are a massive inspiration.”Dame Joan says husband Percy Gibbins is her “soulmate”(Image: WireImage)Dame Joan is married to fellow actor Percy Gisbon, who is 32 years her junior. The pair found their spark in a fittingly showbiz setting as they met at a theatre production in 2000, just two years before deciding to tie the knot.Percy is Joan’s fifth husband and a stepdad to her three adult children – son Alexander and daughters Tara and Katyana. The actress has described Percy as her “soulmate”.In 2015, she told HELLO!: “It is my fifth marriage, and my happiest, and last,” she said. “Percy is wonderful, he’s my soul mate. That doesn’t mean we don’t bicker but we are very understanding of each other.”In the same chat, Percy said: “People are entitled to their opinion but it’s good to prove them wrong. I’ve certainly never been happier and I hope that I make Joan happy because she definitely deserves that.”She explained she doesn’t feel her age when addressing their age gap in a BBC documentary. SHe told Louis Theroux: “I believe in marriage – which is why I’ve done it five times – and I finally have a wonderful marriage.”Percy is 30-odd years younger than me, but I don’t even feel my age. I don’t even talk about it; I don’t even think about it.”Have you joined Threads? Follow Daily Star to keep up to date on all things showbiz here.Article continues belowWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

Katie Price was seen talking about ex-husband Peter Andre, his wife Emily and their children in a video which was leaked by another of her ex-husbands Alex Reid10:45, 19 Aug 2025Updated 10:45, 19 Aug 2025Peter Andre has reportedly called in lawyers over Katie Price’s comments(Image: ITV)Peter Andre has reportedly been left “disgusted” after a video emerged of ex-wife Katie Price discussing his wife and children. Katie’s ex-husband Alex Reid released a video in which the former glamour model could be seen counting cash while also talking about Pete’s wife Emily and their children’s schooling.In the video, which also features Princess Andre, whom Katie shares with Peter, Katie says Peter and Emily’s children are “irrelevant”. She then asks Princess, who is believed to have been around 13 when it was filmed, if her dad “goes on about” Katie’s finances “a lot”.Princess, who recently launched her own ITV reality show The Princess Diaries, asks her mum if she will be contributing to her school fees.Peter Andre and wife Emily keep their children out of the spotlight(Image: peterandre/Instagram)But Katie tells her: “Your dad can sit on that,” and sticks up her middle finger.A source close to Peter told the Mirror: “He’s so shocked that she would do this in front of their young child and saying his young children are irrelevant. It’s not about the money. How could a mother do that about young children?”Article continues belowAnd a spokesperson told the publication Peter was drafting in his legal team.Daily Star has contacted a representatives for Peter and Katie for comment.Peter Andre has been left ‘disgusted’ by Katie Price’s comments about his wife and their kids(Image: peterandre/Instagram)Following the release of the video, in which Katie also mentioned “my London flat”, her representative said: “This is a video that was shared with Katie’s Trustee in Bankruptcy several months ago, and Katie has fully complied with the Trustee’s investigations into the same.”The cash featured did not belong to Katie, and the property referred to was dealt with in the financial settlement proceedings arising out of Katie’s divorce from Peter Andre. Katie’s Trustee in Bankruptcy is aware of the property and has undoubtedly investigated whether the same ought to be comprised in the bankruptcy estate.”Katie was first declared bankrupt in 2019, over debts of £3.5million. She was then declared bankrupt for a second time in March 2024, over an unpaid HMRC bill of almost £762,000.Katie Price speaks to daughter Princess in the video(Image: Getty Images)Ex-husband Alex Reid is owed £175,000 in High Court damages and costs, which he was awarded after Katie showed a sex tape he claims was filmed without his consent.Katie and Peter first got together after appearing on I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!, tying the knot in September 2005.Article continues belowThey welcomed son Junior and daughter Princess, but announced in May 2009 that they were splitting up, with the divorce finalised in September 2009.Want all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

Kim Kardashian put on a risqué display in the bathroom of her private jet, snapping a sexy mirror selfie in a totally see-through garment underneath a brown fur coat10:01, 19 Aug 2025Kim Kardashian jetted off to Korea in style(Image: kimkardashian/Instagram)Kim Kardashian bared all in the bathroom on a private jet.The reality TV titan split from Kanye West in 2021, and their divorce was finalised the following year. They share four children; North, Saint, Chicago and Psalm.However, it would appear that Kim pulled off a similar move to Kanye’s new wife, Bianca Censori. The Yeezy architect is known for wearing skimpy outfits out in public and caused controversy at the Grammys with her naked look.And Kim followed in Bianca’s footsteps this week as she exposed her chest underneath a totally see-through garment in the bathroom. The SKIMs founder flew over to Korea in a luxury jet with sister Khloe and her pal La La Anthony.The SKIMs founder posed for a sexy selfie in the bathroom mirror, showing her curves in see-through shapewear(Image: kimkardashian/Instagram)Kim found a minute to dazzle her Instagram followers with her famous curves during the flight. She whipped open her brown fur coat in the mirror and revealed her chest underneath some sheer SKIMs shapewear – accesorising with an eye mask and a pair of shades.Article continues belowKim snapped the sexy selfie and covered up her breasts with black lines to avoid showing too much. It was a look similar to Bianca’s at the Grammys back in February; a large fur coat with a see-through bodysuit underneath.She was joined by sister Khloe and pal La La Anthony(Image: kimkardashian/Instagram)One fan in the comments spotted the similarity and rushed to point it out, asking: “@biancacensori ‘s style?”. Another gushed: “Kim I am possessed by the look.”Kim’s sister Khloe opted for a similar vibe – a large beige fur coat with a naked look underneath, as well as a mask and a pair of shades. La La Anthony followed suit with the sexy flight attire, except she went for a black coat.Kim’s outfit was similar to that of Bianca Censori’s at the Grammys(Image: AFP via Getty Images)Bianca has been accused by fans of copying Kim’s style over the years. In an interview with the Mirror US, body language expert Judi James weighed in on Bianca’s “cosplay” of Kim.She said it “suggests much deeper and maybe more complex emotions” beyond the typical connotations of visual mimicry like “strong liking or respect for someone or even some borderline fan-worship.”She added: “Going from being the one setting the styles and the standard of being shocking to the one copying appears puzzling. Is it possible that Kim was the love of Kanye’s life, and that Bianca feels a need to look like a replacement?”Or is this something of an in joke that she and Kanye find amusing by prompting double-takes? The last option sounds the more likely if they’re running out of ways to gain attention and shock,” she continued.Article continues belowHave you joined Threads? Follow Daily Star to keep up to date on all things showbiz here .Want all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More