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Adam Collard has opened up about being a dad to son Leo with fiancée Laura Woods and also explained why he has decided to postpone their upcoming nuptials after getting engaged last year11:02, 16 Aug 2025Updated 11:04, 16 Aug 2025(Image: Instagram)After carving out a reputation as a Love Island heartthrob, Adam Collard has found his feet with sports presenter fiancée Laura Woods and is absolutely loving life as a father to their eight-month-old son Leo.Following their engagement last September, ITV bombshell Adam revealed that he and Laura are eyeing up a 2026 wedding – a shift from their initial timeline.The famous couple have recently relocated and are busy transforming their dream home, which has played a part in pushing back their big day. “We’d started to plan [the wedding] but now we’ve moved house we’re going to do it nearer our new place. It’s on the back burner at the moment, but it’s going to be a 2026 wedding.”However, Adam suspects their nine-year age difference might be behind Laura’s decision to delay, chuckling: “I honestly think Laura is delaying it until I turn 30 so we’re both in our thirties for it!”.Adam Collard with Laura Woods and their son(Image: Instagram)This comes after fellow new father Mark Wright revealed his major ‘disappointment’ following a holiday with baby Palma and Michelle Keegan, reports the Mirror.Article continues belowAdam explains that becoming Leo’s dad has completely transformed his world, revealing: “I’ve got a purpose now, whereas for years I felt like I was in limbo,” says Adam of becoming a dad. Characterising Leo as “100 miles an hour”, the Celebrity SAS star goes on, “He’s a handful but so funny and everything we’ve ever wanted. Being a dad is great, but it’s challenging, too, I’d never sugar-coat that. But it’s put everything into perspective. I’ve not got a lot of family members that I’m close to – unlike Laura. Both my mum and dad have been missing at different stages of my life. But I want to compensate for that and be the best I can possibly be for Leo.”Praising TNT Sports presenter Laura as a born mother, Adam remarks, “She was born to be a mum. Laura fell pregnant quite early on in our relationship and it feels like she was meant for it in every sense. I started my own businesses at 21 and went on Love Island at 22, but it always felt like I was working hard, going on holidays, doing all these material things, with no one to share it with.Adam Collard and his son Leo”Laura’s the same, we now realise why we work hard. We’ve just bought another house and it’s probably going to be the home where Leo grows up – we now realise what the point is. I’m one of two and Laura’s one of three, so we’re arguing over whether we want two or three kids. Hopefully the next one’s a girl and we can stop there.”The pair have been an item since October 2023, having met online, and they welcomed their son Leo less than two years into their relationship. The joyous event followed a heartbreaking miscarriage earlier in the year, a loss that Adam admits was difficult to come to terms with.”I blamed myself for the miscarriage – so much happened in the space of a few months, it was all too much to process.”He recounted a terrifying incident where Laura was injured by a falling chandelier: “First, a chandelier smashed on Laura’s face – we were in Newcastle and drove straight to London for help because we wanted the best plastic surgeons – so we were driving as she was bleeding and it was a do-or-die type situation.”Adam then shared the painful memory of their lost pregnancy: “Then we told friends and family that we were expecting at around 11 weeks – but the safe time to tell people is generally from 12 weeks – and four days later we found out we’d lost the baby.”Adam also touched on the difficulty men often face in expressing their feelings about such losses: “I think men are really bad at not speaking about miscarriages and just pretending we are okay – but it’s hard. If someone’s sick, I’ll try to get them to hospital, or if my family struggles, I can give them money. But with this, I had no control. It’s the only time when nothing in my power, no shame, no money, nothing could help.”Adam Collard and Laura Woods are engaged(Image: INSTAGRAM)Adam also battled a painkiller addiction during this period, which sent the businessman spiralling into a dark mental state. It was during this challenging chapter that he was invited to join the latest series of Celebrity SAS, filmed last June, with Adam using the programme as his lifeline out of the depths, “I’ve spoken about my addiction to painkillers, which saw my mental health dip. I nearly pulled out of SAS because I didn’t feel my strongest, mentally.”But, I spoke with Laura and realised that when anything bad happens, the best thing is to have something to focus on. People will see an emotional side of me, which they’ll be surprised about because it’s not the hard exterior I had the last seven years I’ve been on TV. The show was a bit of a saving grace.”Adam describes the programme, which is currently broadcasting on Channel 4, as an “amazing” experience. “I like how it’s not ‘produced’, when we’re in there, it doesn’t feel like a TV show. It wasn’t easy, though. The final few days were tough – interrogation alone was harder than the full week before, they peel the layers off”.Adam appeared on Celeb SAS(Image: Channel 4/ PA Wire)This gentler aspect of Adam is one he’s eager for viewers to witness, marking a dramatic departure from his 2018 Love Island persona. “Everyone’s followed my relationships since I was 21 and they’ve been right about me – until they were wrong. Laura was the change. I always knew I had it in me but until I found that girl, I was always going to be ‘that’ guy. I was just a stupid, immature boy before. On SAS, people see the family man, the caring side, which has always been there deep down.”As for future telly ventures, what’s on Adam’s wishlist?”I was away for nine days on SAS, and Laura said, “There’s no way you’re going to do I’m A Celeb for 21 days,” because she knows I’d love to,” he chuckles. “But I think she’d be fine as long as she’s not pregnant. I’d like to do the jungle. I’ve got two left feet, so Strictly or Dancing On Ice would be my worst nightmare – more scary than SAS!”.Have you joined Threads? Follow Daily Star to keep up to date on all things showbiz hereArticle continues belowWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter More

EXCLUSIVE: Michael Jackson’s former bodyguard has since given up the profession for a career in acting and has recently landed two very exciting film roles11:00, 16 Aug 2025Simon previously worked as a celebrity bodyguard but has since turned to actingMichael Jackson’s former bodyguard is starring in some huge upcoming films. Simon Newton, who has previously worked as a bodyguard for the King of Pop as well as Bella Hadid and other famous faces, has taken a career U-turn and is focussing on acting.He owns a private security company and has previously starred in Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows and Final Score. Simon spoke exclusively to Daily Star about his exciting upcoming projects and where fans can catch him next.Newton revealed: “[I’ll be starring in] Rise of the Foot Solider, which is a continuation from number six. This one has some extra twists and turns from arms dealing to being hunted by the CIA. This film is set to be the best in the franchise.” He also told us that his character is a “defeated Bosnian soldier turned mercenary called Maxim”.Newton has been flying across Europe to film for his new acting projectsSimon also touched upon his other project: “Bedlam is set in the 1750s and follows a bareknuckle boxer who discovers that his sister has been trapped in the notorious mental asylum. He goes to rescue her and together they fight their way to freedom,” later explaining that his character’s name is “to be confirmed”.The actor has been flying between Ibiza, the UK and Romania to work on both projects and hinted that he’s got some seriously action-packed on-screen stunts.Article continues belowThe former bodyguard handled an AK47 for his told in Rise of the Footsoldier(Image: simon.newton/Instagram)Simon confessed: “Rise of the Foot Solider is firearms heavy for me, throughout the whole movie I carry an AK47 so the use of firearms was key when filming this movie.” He will also be doing “lots of street-fighting” and “fight choreography” while filming scenes for Bedlam.To prepare he has “finished fight school and completed the BASSC for Film Fighting with distinction”. On Bedlam’s set Simon will be working alongside Scott Adkins, known for his roles in John Wick and Dead Reckoning, and Rise of the Footsoldier’s lead actor is Craig Fairbrass, who has starred in A Violent Man and Villain.Join 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 hereArticle continues belowWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter More

Ulrika Jonsson definitely knows how to set pulses racing.The former Gladiators host, who just turned 58, never fails to send fans swooning with her sexy photos. The Swedish TV stunnger recently hit back at nasty comments from trolls criticising her “ageing” appearance on Spencer Matthews’ Untapped podcast.She put the trolls in their place and explained why she often chooses not to wear make-up because of her eczema – saying it’s “agony to wear”. Ulrika, who was inundated with support, told them: “Making people feel sh** does not make you a hero.”The mum-of-four has declared she’s a “sun worshipper” and continues to bless our Instagram feeds with scorching shots. From late-night bedroom selfies to sunbathing pics and naked gardening stunts, Ulrika sure knows how to keep us all on our toes.Happy birthday, Ulrika! Here’s some of the TV star’s hottest moments.Have 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

Tristan Rogers, the renowned Australian actor famed for his role as Robert Scorpio on General Hospital, has sadly passed away at the age of 79. His death was confirmed by his long-term manager, Meryl Soodak, to ABC 7 Eyewitness News on Friday, Aug. 15. In July, it was disclosed that Rogers had been diagnosed with […] More

EXCLUSIVE: Danniella Westbrook is ready to find “the one” and has her sights set on Celebs Go Dating after getting burned in her love life by “fame-hungry” exes09:00, 16 Aug 2025Danniella is eyeing up Celebs Go Dating(Image: Instagram/ @danniellawestbrook_73)Danniella Westbrook is on the hunt for romance and she’s setting her sights on one of TV’s biggest reality shows to help her find it.The former EastEnders star, 51, revealed she’s ready to swap scripts for suitors, admitting she’d jump at the chance to join Celebs Go Dating in a bid to find “the real deal”.In an exclusive interview with Daily Star in collaboration with casino.org, Danniella said: “I’d love to do Celebs Go Dating. I need to find true love. I thought I’d found it, but I was wrong.”After a rocky love life, Danniella says she now knows exactly what she’s looking for, and it’s not glitz or glamour.The star is on the hunt for love(Image: Mike Marsland/WireImage)She laughed: “What kind of person would I like to be matched with? Someone with a job. Honestly, a good mate of mine, Danny, he’s been in the industry for years doing hair. He’s worked with huge celebrities like Cara Delevingne and loads of others. If you could find someone like my mate Dan, that would be perfect.Article continues below“He understands how tough this industry can be and has a solid work ethic. He’s clean and sober, so he’d get where I’m coming from with my own lifestyle.”Danniella shot to fame in EastEnders(Image: PA)The actress, who has been open about her journey to sobriety, says she’s not interested in fame-hungry dates.She added: “I’d love to meet someone who’s not a clout chaser, someone genuine who isn’t obsessed with social media or has a massive ego. Just someone real, with a bit of drive. Someone who doesn’t want to suddenly be an actor or go on Big Brother once you’ve lived with them, you know, suddenly they want to give up everything they’re doing and become famous.”Danniella slammed her fame-hungry exes(Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images)After a recent heartbreak, Danniella admits she’s approaching love with more caution, but also more hope.The actress continued: “When you get to 51, and you think you’ve found ‘the one’, like I thought I had not too long ago, and it doesn’t work out, it knocks you a bit. So now, I’m just trying to find that spark and energy again.”Whether she’s matched with a mystery man through a dating agency or meets her perfect partner by chance, one thing’s clear, Danniella’s ready to open her heart again. And if Celebs Go Dating comes calling, she’s more than ready to take the plunge.Have you joined Threads? Follow Daily Star to keep up to date on all things showbiz hereArticle continues belowWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter More

Actress Elizabeth Berkley shot to fame as a teen in the nineties playing Jessie Spano in the High School comedy, Saved by The Bell, but three decades later she’s all grown up08:00, 16 Aug 2025Elizabeth Berkley played Jessie Spano in Saved By the Bell(Image: NBCUniversal via Getty Images)Saved By the Bell star Elizabeth Berkley has barely aged a day three decades on from the hit teen sitcom.The actress shot to fame as Bayside High student Jessie Spano in the teen comedy, which premiered on NBC in 1989 and ran until 1993. It would go on to spawn numerous spin-off series, with Berkley even reprising her iconic role in Peacock’s reboot in 2020.And the 53-year-old has barely aged a day, over three decades after leaving the series in 1993. Back then, when she played the straight-A student, she was sporting her signature curls – often styled with scrunchies or headbands.The look was a classic during the nineties era, but these days the star has opted for stunning blonde locks which tumble over her shoulders in loose wavy tresses. But although she’s got a different style to Jessie, Elizabeth is still sporting her character’s youthful glow.She looks worlds away from her character’s style – but still looks absolutely stunning(Image: elizberkley/Instagram)The actress keeps her fans updated with regular snaps on her Instagram. And it’s safe to say the actress leaves them swooning in the comments over her ageless beauty.Article continues belowElizabeth has said starring in the Saved By the Bell reboot with her former castmates was like “coming home”. She told People: “To be on those same sets with those faces I know and love so well feels like coming home.”The star has said starring in the reboot of the sitcom was like “coming home”(Image: elizberkley/Instagram)The star said of the sitcom’s legacy: “Saved by the Bell holds a special place in people’s hearts. It’s part of their childhoods, and that is sacred. We are all fiercely protective of that legacy.”Berkley joined the likes of Mario Lopez and Mark-Paul Harry Gosselaar, who she dated, in the reboot. The series was cancelled after two seasons.Saved By the Bell originally ran from 1989 until 1993 on NBC(Image: NBCUniversal via Getty Images)After Saved By the Bell, Berkley went on to appear in the controversial movie Showgirls, where she famously bares all on screen. The erotic thriller movie how now become a cult classic years later.Berkley once admitted – perhaps jokingly – that it was her Saved By the Bell wardrobe the drove her to Showgirls. At a panel at 90s Con 2025, she said: “I was so happy I had six other days of the week to not have to wear Jessie clothes.””I didn’t want to wear, as an adolescent girl, Z. Cavaricci jeans. I’m a dancer, so for me, I was like, ‘Don’t put me in weird balloon-y pants with like a weird print shirt.'”She said: “It was neutering me. I had to break out”. Laughing, she quipped: “No wonder I did Showgirls. No wonder. Like, get these clothes off of me.”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

Katie Price has issued her own statement following her ex-husband Peter Andre’s bombshell claims as she said she will always be seen as a ‘sinner’ and that’s fair01:33, 16 Aug 2025Katie Price has issued a statement following Peter Andre’s claims(Image: Getty Images)Katie Price has fired back with her own statement in response to the shocking allegations made by her ex-husband, Peter Andre. The former glamour model, aged 47, is mother to two children with Peter – Junior, 20, and Princess, 18.The couple parted ways in 2009, and all communication between them ceased as they navigated the challenges of co-parenting. This week, tensions flared between the former couple following a series of accusations coinciding with the launch of Princess’s new ITV2 series.Peter accused Katie and her family of spreading “repeated lies”, claiming he had chosen to remain silent for 16 years. This comes after their daughter Princess declared her independence from her parents, breaking her silence amidst the row with Katie.Now, Katie has hit back with her own retort, taking to Instagram to say: “Saints and Sinners. As we know, in this life we are thought of as Saints and Sinners.””I know I will always be seen as a Sinner. That’s fair, I allowed myself to fall into a reliance on drugs and alcohol. At times, I was not the mother I should have been while I struggled with mental illness.”, reports the Mirror.Exes Peter Andre and Katie Price have once again staged a war with words(Image: Getty Images)Article continues below”I have been at times a poor friend, an awful sibling, and an untrustworthy partner. I’ve self-medicated, been unfaithful, damaged myself and those that I love.”Adding to her candid confession, Katie said: “I’ve had my reasons – I was sexually abused when younger; had relationships that have been coercive; and my mental health issues – but I don’t want to make excuses. I’ve recognised my issues and worked to put them behind me.”Sometimes I’ve tried and failed, sometimes I succeeded. I’ve pulled myself out of a suicidal spiral because I love my children and want to be there for them. I don’t pretend to be perfect by any means – but I’m trying to be the best I can.”She went on to say: “Then there are the ‘Saints’. Some are genuine and some have helped me. But some Saints are not who they would have you believe they are. They have a carefully managed image which must be exhausting to maintain.”Some Saints are fake. They play the victim and to succeed in life they need a villain…or at least a Sinner. Without the Sinner they don’t get to be the Saint..”As a Sinner – I sometimes get bored of these Saints. But maybe I should feel sorry for them, It must be such hard work having to pretend all the time. Anyway, all you Sinners keep your heads up and keep trying to be better. All you Saints, it’s ok not to be perfect.”In response, Peter issued a fiery statement yesterday, expressing his frustration: “For sixteen years, I have stayed silent in the face of repeated lies from my ex-wife and her family, out of respect for my children and loved ones, but staying silent has been incredibly frustrating. That ends today.”Peter has had custody of Junior and Princess since 2018(Image: Dave Benett/WireImage)He felt compelled to clarify matters regarding his children’s welfare and living arrangements, stating: “The latest comments about my children’s welfare and living arrangements compel me to set the record straight. For well-documented reasons, and for their safety, Junior and Princess came into my care in 2018 and remained with me until they reached adulthood.”In 2019, the family courts issued a legally binding order to enforce this arrangement,” he revealed. “I have never made this public before, out of respect for my children. In 2011 and 2015, publicly documented court cases found my ex-wife had made false claims.”She was ordered to pay substantial damages and legal costs, and to apologise to me and my management. The same falsehoods are being repeated today.”Unfortunately, there are many more lies and baseless accusations I have yet to address. Those will now be dealt with in the coming months.”In response to Peter’s revelations, a representative for Katie said: “Kate is in a much better and clear headspace and is at peace with the situation, this was in the past and she doesn’t feel the need to bring up tit for tat comments, but more importantly she’s dealing with this the right way and it’s now in her lawyers hands. Kate will no longer be gaslight and bullied as she once was..”Their daughter Princess also broke her silence on the matter via Snapchat. A fan asked her: “Does it affect you even now when your mum and dad don’t get on?'”.Princess responded in a video on the platform: “To be honest, it doesn’t affect me. At the end of the day, they broke up when I was two years old so I don’t even have any memory of them being together.”Article continues belowShe added a written note over the clip, saying: “I love my mum and dad and that’s all that matters xxx.” More

Katie Price has broken her silence after ex Peter Andre accused her of “repeated lies”. Peter, 52, hit out at the ex-glamour model in a furious statement on Thursday (August 14). Peter and Katie split in 2009 after four years together – they share son Junior, 20, and daughter Princess, 18. He slammed her recent […] More