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    Graham Norton had body part removed unnecessarily after lying about illness

    Eurovision presenter Graham Norton has revealed that he once had surgery after lying about feeling ill to his mother, who took him to the doctor and resulted in a very unnecessary operation13:00, 17 May 2025Graham Norton once had an operation he never needed.The Eurovision presenter previously spoke about the incident on the TV show Unforgivable and explained: “When I was seven or eight, I didn’t want to go to school so I started saying: ‘Ow, I’ve got tummy ache.””So my mother said: ‘Fine, don’t go to school and we will go to the doctor’. The doctor’s examining me and I’m going: ‘Ow!’””I thought he was going to tell my mother there was nothing wrong with me and I was in such trouble, but he told me I had something called appendicitis and next week I’d be going to hospital to have my appendix out.”The Eurovision star lied about feeling ill to his mother(Image: More

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    French rapper Werenoi dies age 31 just hours before show as tributes pour in

    French rapper Werenoi was due to perform on stage on Saturday night, but he has tragically died aged just 31 – music fans have paid tribute to the star after the news broke12:50, 17 May 2025French rapper Wernoi has died aged just 31Acclaimed French rapper Werenoi has died aged just 31 — hours before he was due to perform a concert. Werenoi, real name Jeremy Bana Owana, was rushed to hospital after going into cardio-respiratory arrest and admitted into intensive care.But he tragically died in the early hours of Saturday morning, French music news outlet chartsinfrance.net reported.His death was confirmed by producer Babs, who wrote on social media: “Rest in peace my brother I love you!!!”Relatives and industry figures paid tribute to the rapper on Saturday, including radio host Fred Musa, who said: “My condolences to his loved ones.”Werenoi was due to perform on Saturday nightThe star won Album of the Year at French music awards Les Flammes in 2024 but didn’t appear in person to accept his award and instead sent a video message of himself.Article continues belowHe could be seen with a cast on his arm and told told fans he had been the victim of a “serious injury”, adding: “It’s just postponed, we’ll see you soon.”Werenoi boasts more than 6.7 million monthly listeners on Spotify and released popular hits such as Scarface, Solitaire, Laboratoire, Chemin d’or and Ciao featuring Ninho.Tributes have been paid to French rapper WernoiHe also had the best-selling record in France in 2023, with the album Carre and achieved success in 2024 with Pyramide, the Mirror reports.The rapper, of Cameroonian descent, last shared a video on Instagram on May 1 and fans have flocked to his most recent post to pay tribute since the news broke.One wrote: “Rest in peace the goat one of the best gone too soon courage to the family.” Another added: “It reminds us that all this money, this life, this luxury – well the day we are no longer there is nothing, let’s make the most of life may God protect you all.”Another fan shared their thoughts, writing: “My sincere condolences, may his soul rest in peace.” A third wrote: “Condolences, thank you for your work, what you have offered us has been sublime over the past few years, thank you for everything.”Werenoi was due to play at Azar Club in Lyon, France tonight. The event description read: “French rap’s number one, Werenoi, is coming to the Azar Club in Lyon for an exclusive showcase on Saturday, May 17th.Article continues below”Werenoi has just released his new album, and for this first edition of JACKPOT, you’ll be among the very first to experience it live. A unique evening, designed to make an impression, in one of the most iconic clubs on the Lyon scene.”For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletter by clicking here. More

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    UK’s Eurovision entry have winning chance as Graham Norton shares ‘advantage’

    Remember Monday, the UK entry for Eurovision Song Contest, has impressed viewers with their live vocals, and it’s because of this Graham Norton reckons they have a good chance22:00, 16 May 2025Graham Norton says Remember Monday have an advantage with their flawless vocalsRemember Monday have a good chance at this weekend’s Eurovision Song Contest thanks to an “advantage” they have, according to Graham Norton.Television favourite Graham is hosting BBC One’s Eurovision programming on Saturday (May 17). Speaking ahead of the live show, which the UK automatically qualified for, he had some big words for the girl group.The country pop girl group – made up of Lauren Byrne, Holly-Anne Hull and Charlotte Steele – are performing their track What The Hell Just Happened? on Saturday night. The odds aren’t looking like they’ll win, but bookies seem to reckon the UK will be at the top end, at least – and fans were impressed with their live vocals, too.Graham said: “Remember Monday have a great advantage in that they are unlike any other act this year.Graham Norton has high hopes for Remember Monday(Image: More