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    Olivia Attwood admits she cried after ‘horrendous’ I’m A Celeb early exit

    Loose Women’s Olivia Attwood revealed she cried for “three days straight” after she was given the boot out of I’m A Celeb as she was made to leave on medical grounds two years ago12:44, 16 Dec 2024Tulisa speaks to Olivia Attwood about sex tape leakOlivia Attwood has opened up about the time was kicked out of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!Talking to Pete Wicks on the Staying Relevant podcast, Loose Women star Olivia claimed she cried for “three days straight” after she was kicked out on medical grounds in 2022.Olivia told her showbiz pal Pete: “ITV were saying, ‘We’re not going to do like a Love Island jungle crossover, it’s just not something we’re interested in’. So when I finally got it, I felt like, Oh my God, I’ve really done this thing to get chosen to go in.”And then, it was just a big c*** up on so many levels. Some details I can’t talk about, but it was a medical thing essentially. I tried to fight them on it because I felt like I was fine. But, you know, these things all red tape, and essentially, some tests came back.”Olivia appeared on the Staying Relevant podcast(Image: More

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    Giovanni Pernice’s TV return confirmed after Strictly exit – and it’s soon

    One year on from his last Strictly stint with Amanda Abbington, Giovanni Pernice is set to return to TV in just a matter of days together with other well-known famous faces12:04, 16 Dec 2024Strictly: Janette reveals Giovanni and Amanda won’t appear at weekendThe date for Giovanni Pernice ‘s return to television has been confirmed – and it is soon.Former Strictly professional Giovanni, 34, will make his return to TV as he joins a host of other famous faced on Channel 4 show Celebrity Hunted. This will be the first major show Gio has starred in since the end of the BBC probe into allegations of bullying and abuse made by Amanda Abbington.The series, which stars Italian stallion Giovanni – as well as the likes of Blue star Duncan James and Corrie legend Denise Welch – was due to have aired earlier in the year. However, the show was temporarily shelved during the internal investigation into the BBC.Following on from the results of the investigation, Giovanni has been grafting hard, pulling off an amazing run on the Italian version of Strictly, Ballando con le Stelle. Gio is now within touching distance of the glitterball trophy in his native homeland as he reached the final together with celebrity partner Bianca Guaccero.Giovanni is set to star in the new series of Celebrity Hunted in the new year(Image: More

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    Amanda Holden shrugs off Royal Variety Performance backlash with cheeky admission

    Britain’s Got Talent beauty Amanda Holden was all smiles after hosting the Royal Variety Performance with best pal Alan Carr – and getting a mixed response from viewers11:48, 16 Dec 2024Updated 11:52, 16 Dec 2024Amanda Holden pilots a boat with Alan CarrAmanda Holden has brushed off backlash over her Royal Variety Performance stint.The Britain’s Got Talent judge left many viewers unimpressed when she and best mate Alan Carr hosted the show in front of His Majesty King Charles III on Sunday night (December 15). She previously admitted she feared falling out of her outfit for the event.But she was all smiles on Monday (December 16) as she showed off her latest outfit in the Heart Radio offices. Amanda, 53, revealed she bought herself a pair of fancy shoes but wouldn’t say where it’s from or how much it cost her, because they were “expensive”.”Good morning, it is Monday,” she said in a clip. “It is nine sleeps ’till Christmas! This skirt from Karen Millen. How lovely is this? And it doesn’t really crease up. The top is Alex Perry but it’s old. But look at these shoes.”Amanda and Alan Carr hosted the Royal Variety Performance over the weekend(Image: More

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    Strictly’s Tasha Ghouri says ‘it needs to be done’ as she issues career news after BBC final

    Strictly Come Dancing finalist Tasha Ghouri has revealed she would love to change career direction following her success on the BBC showTVKaren Price Assistant Editor of Screen Time10:58, 16 Dec 2024Strictly: Tasha emotional after surprise visit from brother AlexStrictly Come Dancing finalist Tasha Ghouri’s got her sights set on a new career path following her stardom on the BBC dance floor.The Love Island sensation, who was born deaf and sports a cochlear implant, was delighted with being able to raise awareness of her community on telly. She’s now keen to use her fame into cracking the world of documentaries.Tasha, 26, said: “I would love to do more TV and do a documentary around ableism and delve into that subject. Representation has got much better but more still needs to be done. It should be the norm, not a surprise. When I left Love Island, the hardest thing to deal with was all the ableism. There was so much lack of awareness,” according to The Sun.Strictly Come Dancing’s Aljaz Skorjanec and Tasha Ghouri(Image: More

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    Most complained about TV of 2024 – XL bullies, Love Island row and dog poisoning

    As the end of the year approaches, Daily Star looks back at some of the TV moments that had thousands of viewers writing in to object to what they saw on their screens10:50, 16 Dec 2024GMB debate on XL Bullies gets heatedThe most-complained moments on television this year have been unveiled.This year has seen a host of different iconic TV moments – from Diane’s legendary reveal on BBC’s The Traitors, to Danny Jones’ win on I’m A Celebrity on ITV. However, not every item which aired on our screens was quite as well-received.With the end of the year approaching, viewers have been looking back at some of the most infuriating moments on television in the past 12 months. With two weeks left to go until the year is over, however, the data could shift further still.In the meantime, the results of a study by online casino site BetPokies have revealed some of the most complained about TV moments of the year. The case looked into Ofcom’s weekly complaint rates for each week of 2024, and generated a ranking based on how many objections were lodged with the watchdog.So, as 2024 draws to an end, Daily Star looks at some of the most complained about moments on television in the past year.Labour love lostGood Morning Britain was by far and away the most complained about TV show in 2024(Image: More

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    Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford ‘pushing for quick divorce’ after engagement rumours

    Former TV couple Eamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford, who announced their split in June after 27 years together, are reportedly hoping to settle their divorce in the New Year09:19, 16 Dec 2024Updated 11:48, 16 Dec 2024Ruth Langsford and Eamonn Holmes say they ‘needed space’ in unearthed interviewEamonn Holmes and Ruth Langsford are reporting trying to settle their divorce quickly.Eamonn, 65, and Ruth, 64, were together for 27 years and married for 14 years before they announced their divorce in May. The GB News presenter is now dating counsellor Katie Alexander, 43, and and reportedly told pals he wants them to tie the knot.It’s now believed the pair are trying to finalise their divorce as quickly as possible” in the New Year. It’s also reported Ruth wants to hold onto their £3.5m Surrey mansion, where they lived before Eamonn moved out of.A source told The Sun: “The aim is for Eamonn and Ruth to resolve their divorce as quickly as possible in the New Year. Ruth is keen to stay in their marital home as it is where she is settled, Eamonn on the other hand wants to get out and make a fresh start.Eamonn and Ruth are reportedly trying to finalise their divorce in the New Year(Image: More