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Noughties favourite Dave McCabe from The Zutons believes it is almost impossible to be a full-time musician because the pay is so poor and they’re taken care of so badly these daysSam Mayers15:48, 04 Aug 2025Dave McCabe says the music industry is in a ‘grim state'(Image: Getty Images)Zutons frontman Dave McCabe believes the music industry is in a “grim state”. The Valerie hitmaker, whose band shot to fame in the 2000s, says it’s tougher than ever to make a living as a musician because there’s no money in it.Dave told Daily Star: “There’s well less money flying about, I am lucky to have sold records of that time. Because I don’t know what you do now, I really don’t know what you do, apart from gigs, so you build it up and you gig.“That’s the only way to make money is through gigs and merchandise because there is no money in streaming, maybe there is with adverts but you can’t rely on that, because that is someone else’s decision.Dave McCabe’s solo album didn’t perform too well(Image: Getty Images)“And so it’s pretty grim really to be honest.”Dave added that he feels lucky that in the band’s heyday they had the right people in their corner who steered them away from the darker side of the industry and encouraged them to work harder.The singer continued: “Back then because you’re young, it was encouraged to get smashed but anybody that had a real corner back in the day they would tell you off for it and say ‘you need to be writing songs because basically you might have a hit tomorrow but what you are about the day after that?’“They were right, because you know it’s all right winning a trophy but what about the season after? So you’d get told off.”Dave himself has experienced how unforgiving the music industry can be – he failed to gain traction with his solo record Church of Miami.“I had a solo record out in 2015 and that didn’t do anything, so the less said about that the better to be honest.”The Zutons played Camp Bestival over the weekend and will play Victorious later this month.One Direction mania ‘hard’Michael Clifford says 5 SOS didn’t want to be just another boyband(Image: WireImage)5 SOS star Michael Clifford says it was difficult starting a band in the height of One Direction mania.They were worried that they’d be packaged as another boyband and didn’t want to sacrifice their sound.Michael, who’s releasing solo album Sidequest soon, revealed: “It was like every TV channel, everything you ever looked at was like ‘putting together a boyband’, that was like the whole thing everywhere. Thanks One Direction!”Article continues below“And so for us we were like ‘we’re not, we don’t necessarily want to do that’, like we are a band and we play instruments….“We were unique in the way that we could all sing so we were like, ‘what if it’s a combination of the two things?’, and so the pop punk rock stuff that we loved but with the personality and kind of fun individualism around what people love about boy bands right now.”Want all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More

Broadcaster James Whale has died at the age of 74 after being diagnosed with terminal cancer. The TalkTV host had been diagnosed with stage four kidney cancer that had spread to his brain, spine and lungs. The broadcaster had recently moved to a hospice in Kent, where he was receiving end-of-life care. James’ wife Nadine […] More

Kerry Katona has opened up about a health condition that she has been struggling with since she parted ways with her fiancé Ryan Mahoney back in November 202413:17, 04 Aug 2025Kerry Katona has been battling a health issue.The reality star has opened up about her health struggles following her break up with fiancé Ryan Mahoney – the 44-year-old former Atomic Kitten singer split from personal trainer Ryan, 36, in November 2024 after six years together, reports the Mirror.Kerry confessed that the emotional turmoil left her “exhausted” and has impacted her health while keeping herself occupied with demanding stage performances in a Cinderella pantomime while dealing with alopecia.The mother-of-five was performing up to three shows a day during her Christmas panto period when she noticed her hair falling out and told Daily Mail: “It was heartbreak, it was exhausting. I also got alopecia. It was really stressful.”Kerry has been dealing with alopecia for a while(Image: Instagram)She disclosed that her hair hasn’t started to regrow yet and is “still bald,” revealing that her hair loss is limited to the scalp but she is remaining optimistic about the situation.”It’s only hair, it will grow back. I wear tape extensions because it all started falling out.”Back in 2021, Kerry revealed that her hair had begun to fall out due to her hair extensions, stating she “hated” how “fine and wispy” her blonde locks had become and attributing it to “years and years of putting extensions after extensions in my hair”.The former Atomic Kitten singer split from her ex back in November(Image: Instagram)In an attempt to move on from her split with Ryan Kerry has started dating again and has grown close to personal trainer Paolo Margaglione after she signed up to Celebs Go Dating.A source told the Mirror: “Kerry is being very cautious with this romance. She has been very wary about going public with Paolo and it impacting their relationship.”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

GB News presenter Eamonn Holmes recently visited fellow broadcaster James Whale, who is sadly approaching the end of his life after being diagnosed with terminal cancer11:50, 04 Aug 2025Eamonn Holmes has revealed that James is nearing the end of his life “maybe this week”(Image: GB News)GB News presenter Eamonn Holmes said his friend James Whale may have just days left to live in a heartbreaking update.Whale has been diagnosed with stage four kidney cancer that has spread to his brain, spine and lungs. The broadcaster is now nearing the end of his life as he’s reaching the final stages of the cancer – he was recently told he had just weeks to live.The TalkTV host, who was first diagnosed with kidney cancer in 2000, told his fans in May that he had stopped treatment because he was “at the end of his cancer journey”. Sadly, Eamonn says James is nearing the end of his life “maybe this week.”He updated fans on his GB News show with Ellie Costello on Monday (August 4) after visiting James in the hospice in Kent, where is receiving end of life care. Sadly, the cancer is now impacting James’ vocal chords, making it harder for him to communicate with loved ones.James Whale has moved into a hospice in Kent(Image: Instagram/ Nadine Lamont-Brown)Eamonn began: “A friend of ours James Whale, who I have been to see, is nearing the end of his life maybe this week” as his guest Christopher Biggins revealed that the pair went to visit him over the weekend.He continued: “We went on Saturday to see him, and he looks terrific, I have to say, and it was great to see him but it’s his voice that’s the trouble. The irony of being a journalist and using his voice on the radio brilliantly over the years, but now his voice is going.”James with wife Nadine(Image: Getty)Christopher added: “What was so wonderful is the hospice that he’s staying in, which I think needs something like £12million a year or something to survive, it was just wonderful.”The nurses were phenomenal so the nurses so he’s being looked after royally, and I think that keeps him going funnily enough. And he has a wonderful room with a view of trees and wonderful squirrels coming in to see him.”James who recently filmed his “final interview” with Nigel Farage, said: “The most tiring thing I’ve found – I still can’t hear very well, which is more frustrating than anything else – but I’ve become very slow in my speech and forgetful.”James now has a tumour pressing down on his temporal lobe, as well as cancer in his kidney, spine and lungs – which his wife thinks is affecting his memory, as well as causing swelling and leaking in his legs.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

Suranne Jones has appeared in some of the countries favourite TV shows in recent years, but she has revealed that she could be set for a full 360 moment soon with a return to CorrieDanny Gutmann11:49, 04 Aug 2025Suranne Jones dropped a bombshell as she addressed whether she could return to the soap(Image: Getty Images)Former Coronation Street star Suranne Jones has dropped a huge hint that she could one day return to famous the ITV soap.The actress has seen her career go from strength to strength in recent years as she has been in a whole host of the nations favourite crime dramas, including Doctor Foster and her iconic duo with Lesley Sharp in Scott and Bailey from 2011 to 2016.But before all that, Suranne had originally made her name on Coronation Street in June 2000 when she landed the role of Karen Phillips, a newly created character on the show.After an eventful few years in Weatherfield came to an end in May 2004, she recently revealed to the Times that she has changed her mind about a return to the soap: “If you had asked me two years after I left the show, I’d have said, ‘Absolutely not. I’m going to do all these things.’ But now it’s 21 years ago, it might be fun.”She made her Corrie debut in 2000(Image: Alan Chapman/Dave Benett/Getty I)In typical soap fashion her time on the street was filled with drama. One of the main talking points during her four-year stint was her relationship with Corrie icon Steve McDonald (played by Simon Gregson).After the pair had started dating shortly after she had become the latest star to join the cast, the pair would later go on to get married not once but twice.Many will know Suranne for her appearances in some of the country’s favourite crime dramas(Image: Getty Images for BAFTA)Their second wedding day lives long in the memories of soap fans after it saw Tracey Barlow (played by Kate Ford) shockingly reveal that she was having Steve’s baby after the pair had had a one-night stand together.After their second wedding day had taken a dramatic turn, it continued to be a difficult time for Suranne’s character with her never being able to rebuild her relationship with Steve while also sadly suffered a miscarriage.Her time on the Street finally came to an end on Boxing Day in 2004.Her time on Corrie will largely be remembered for her relationship with Steve McDonald(Image: Getty Images)Article continues belowSince then she has become a household name after following in the footsteps of many Corrie actors who go on to make a name for themselves after leaving the soap. She is possibly best known for playing Detective Rachel Bailey in ITV’s Scott and Bailey from 2011-2016.Over the course of five series, the show followed the professional and personal lives of DC Janet Scott and DC Rachel Bailey as the crime drama sees try and bring murderers to justice.Coronation Street is set to return this evening (Monday, August 4) at 8pm on ITV. More

EXCLUSIVE: DJ Sonny Fodera has landed himself one of the most sought-after residencies on the White Isle after years of grating and smash-hit singles11:05, 04 Aug 2025This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreSonny branded his residency a “full circle moment”(Image: Getty Images)Sonny Fodera is just getting started.2025 is clearly his year – the DJ sold out Silverworks’ 20,000 capacity London venue back in July and has landed his first residency at the world-renowned Ibiza club Pacha.This incredible career milestone at Ibiza’s oldest venue is one of the most coveted residencies in dance music and Sonny has come a long way since performing at parties back in Australia. Understandably, Sonny is very excited for what the summer has in store for him.He told Daily Star: “P More

Katie Price has taken to social media to share an update on her pregnant cat and relayed the sad news that one of her kittens died just hours after being born10:58, 04 Aug 2025Katie Price discusses finding a sperm donorKatie Price’s kitten has died.The former glamour model shared her latest heartbreaking pet news on social media and explained that while Doris delivered “so many” kittens, one tragically passed away.In her latest Snapchat post, the mother-of-five revealed she has skipped a family getaway to the Isle of Wight to care for the newborns and has been maintaining consistent feeding schedules and utilising heated blankets.Yet in her update, Katie shared some “sad news” accompanied by four tearful emojis: “An update on the kittens, one unfortunately died. That’s the one wrapped in tissue, two hours after we fed it.”Katie took to social media to break the unfortunate news(Image: Getty Images)”Luckily, I’m trying to help the kittens latch on to the mum; two are just about doing it, but I’m having to put them on it because they are so premature,” reports the Mirror.Katie said that she is “knackered” and has to feed the kittens “every two and a half hours throughout the day and night”.She continued: “She’s a good mum and then she keeps bringing one to the bed with her; she did that earlier. I think that was a sign to come and look in the box as one had died.”Luckily Katie has managed to “get two latching onto her now” before sweeping the camera towards Doris and gently saying: “Hey Doris, good girl.”The 47-year-old is helping her kittens latch onto Doris so they can feed(Image: PA)Only days before, Katie had confided in her sister Sophie during their podcast that she felt “scared” about what could unfold during her pet’s pregnancy: “Doris is pregnant and I don’t know how many weeks she is but her belly has gotten bigger and bigger. I’ve noticed she’s been nesting and she keeps wanting to get on me.””I’ve gone and bought a separate cat litter, another bed, and all of that. I’m going to set it up in my room and leave her in my room because I’ve got the other cats, and I’m scared that if she goes into labour they might eat the kittens.”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

Celebs Go Dating star Christine McGuinness, who was once married to former Take me Out host Paddy, has opened up about why she now prefers dating women over menSam Huntley Senior Showbiz & TV Reporter and Bang Showbiz09:49, 04 Aug 2025Updated 09:51, 04 Aug 2025Christine McGuinness wants her next relationship to be with a woman(Image: BANG Showbiz)Christine McGuinness has discussed why she prefers dating women.The 37-year-old Celebs Go Dating star was married to Take Me Out host Paddy McGuinness, 57, but they split in 2022. They continue to co-parent their three children, Leo, Penelope and Felicity.But the former Miss Liverpool has revealed she wants her next serious relationship to be with a woman as she can have a “deeper connection” with them. She also said she doesn’t want someone who is “playing games”.She told The Sun: “I describe my sexuality as being a free spirit. Now I’m enjoying spending time with women. I can just have a deeper connection with a woman. I like someone who knows what they want and isn’t playing games.”The model said she can have a “deeper connection” with women as opposed to men(Image: BBC)Christine has only been dating women for the past three years, and it’s said she’s had romantic relationships with rapper, model and DJ Roxxxan, and singer Chelcee Grimes. However, she refuses to put a label on her sexuality – and says Paddy has always known about this.She said: “My ex-husband knew about it from when we first met and was fine with it.” Christine briefly joined the latest series of E4’s Celebs Go Dating but decided to leave shortly after shooting began as the timing wasn’t right.Paddy and Christine split in 2022(Image: Getty Images)Dating expert Anna Williamson told The Sun: “It wasn’t the right time for Christine to continue her journey in the agency. I think this is the absolute beauty of what the Celebrity Dating agency does – yes, it’s a TV show, but it’s also real.”And for Christine it was very brave that she wanted to dip her toe back into the world of dating and throughout the process of us getting to know her, she realised that perhaps this actually wasn’t quite the right time for her to be doing that and took a great deal of confidence and bravery inside to recognise and actually now is not the right time.”However, it’s reported she returned to the show for the finale in London. “Christine’s return was kept top secret from everyone, so they were all so excited to see her come back,” a source told The Sun.”The cast were really sad when she quit the show, even though they totally supported and understood her reasons, so it was great to see her come back. She started the journey with them all, so it was the perfect end that she got to finish the series with them too.”Christine may not have found love on the show, but she seemed really happy and in a great place. Leaving the show was the right decision for her but she loved being back in the mix without the pressure of having to actually date on camera.”Christine and Paddy tied the knot in 2011 and share their three children, twins Leo and Penelope, and younger daughter Felicity. Christine and Paddy still co-parent three children, who live with autism and featured in their 2021 BBC documentary, Our Family And Autism.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