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Helen Flanagan has reportedly signed up to the celebrity dating app Raya just three months after she split from her ex-boyfriend and former professional footballer Rob TalbotLucretia Munro TV Reporter and Bekka Barnard TV & Showbiz Reporter13:14, 31 Aug 2025Helen Flanagan is reportedly dating again.Just three months after calling it quits with Rob Talbot, the former Coronation Street actress has reportedly signed up to celebrity dating app Raya. The mother of three has reportedly set up a profile on the exclusive app used by stars due to its rigorous rules and screening process.Daily Star has reached out to Helen’s representatives for comment.The TV star ended her year-long romance with Rob in May as she’s thought to have found it difficult to balance work commitments, being a mum and their relationship.According to The Sun, her profile photos for the app have been sourced from her sultry photoshoot with OK! magazine. Helen can be seen striking poses in a see-through knitted dress worn over a green swimsuit, reports the Mirror.Helen has reportedly joined the dating app Raya(Image: hjgflanagan/Instagram )In another image, she’s spotted showing off her stunning figure in a blue bikini.When Helen and Rob broke up a source told The Sun: “They want different things in life. She has just landed a new acting job and is trying to juggle work projects with the kids. She sat him down two weeks ago and said: ‘This isn’t working’. She just wants to be on her own for a while although she still has feelings for him.”The showbiz couple have decided to call it quitsJust weeks before, the television personality revealed that she had requested Rob vacate the family home she shares with her youngsters. Helen and her former footballer partner Scott Sinclair called time on their romance in 2022 following a 13-year partnership and share three children together: Matilda, nine, Delilah, six and Charlie, four.In an interview with The Sun, Helen revealed that she had invited Rob to stay as she felt more secure having a male presence in the household. However, she quickly recognised that the arrangement was affecting her eldest child, who she described as a “proper daddy’s girl.”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

Jeremy Clarkson has issued a scathing verdict on the UK, branding the country an “unsalvageable basket case” and weighing in on whether he would consider leaving for DubaiDaniel Windham13:13, 31 Aug 2025Updated 13:15, 31 Aug 2025Jeremy Clarkson(Image: Getty)Jeremy Clarkson has delivered a blistering verdict on Britain’s prospects, branding the nation an “unsalvageable basket case” while pondering whether he might depart the UK for warmer climes.The ex-Top Gear presenter argued that countless individuals are contemplating fleeing Britain due to the “flatlining” economy, the “stagnant” property market, and law enforcement that has become “pretty much useless.”The 65-year-old suggested that numerous towns now “feel like pot-holed no-go areas,” with “everyone is always furious.”Penning his thoughts in The Times, Clarkson declared: “It’s easy to convince yourself that Britain is now an unsalvageable basket case, a country that’s slipped into a pair of Fairy Liquid butter trousers and is currently hurtling down the slide of doom into a broken future full of nothing but taxation, crime and disease. The only consolation we have is that France might get there first.”Jeremy Clarkson(Image: Getty)Clarkson, who has emerged as an unexpected champion for British farmers via his popular Amazon programme Clarkson’s Farm, has repeatedly slammed escalating expenses and administrative obstacles in farming, reports The Express.Most recently, he has targeted what he describes as “crippling” levies on agricultural workers, cautioning that heightened charges and stricter rules are rendering the sector unsustainable. The former Top Gear presenter has also expressed doubt about Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer’s blueprint for Britain, arguing his policies won’t lighten the load for rural communities.Clarkson previously stated that Starmer provided “nothing concrete” for farmers and branded politicians “clueless” about the practicalities of farm management.In this context, Clarkson highlighted Dubai’s increasing attraction for disenchanted Britons. “The emirate of Dubai seems to have realised this because subliminally and liminally there are adverts for the place everywhere I turn. No income tax. Petrol 50p a litre. The police do what they’re supposed to do, and it’s sunny most of the time. What’s not to like?”Jeremy Clarkson(Image: Getty)Nevertheless, he conceded that Dubai living might not match the fantasy many envision, despite statistics revealing a boom in British interest. “Figures out last week show that since 2020, the number of people thinking of moving from Britain to Dubai has risen by 420 per cent. There was a 50 per cent jump in the past 12 months alone. And many aren’t just ‘thinking of moving’—Brits are now the second-largest purchasers of property in the emirate, after Indians.”Clarkson disclosed that he has cherished recollections of Dubai from decades past, but maintains its contemporary version falls short of expectations.Article continues below“I used to enjoy Dubai back in the early Nineties when there were no people in it and only one hotel. But today, it feels like the bastard love child of Las Vegas and Mickey Mouse. If Katie Price’s face were an emirate, this is what it would look like.”Rather than trading the UK for Dubai, Clarkson encouraged Britons to remain “surrounded by friends and family” for three-and-a-half years, by which point the “horror of Starmer will have gone.” More

This Morning star Rylan Clark has reportedly found love with a fairground rides director and the duo are “inseparable” four years after his divorce with ex-husband Dan Neal11:47, 31 Aug 2025Rylan Clark has reportedly found love once again, four years after his divorce.According to claims, the TV personality has been dating a fairground rides director. Daily Star has reached out to Rylan’s reps for comment.A source has claimed: “This new man has certainly put a smile back on Rylan’s face and they have been enjoying spending lots of time together.””Rylan’s friends and family have all met him and they’ve been attending lots of gigs together this summer, including Oasis. They’re inseparable, they make a lovely couple.”The former X Factor star recently opened up about his love life while on the How To Be In Love podcast. He revealed that he has “recently entered a relationship” and that things are going well.Rylan is reportedly dating a fairground rides director(Image: instagram/bbfunfair)Rylan said: “At this time I’m very happy. Recently I have gotten into a relationship and it’s great and it feels very different to anything I’ve had before, which is a good sign to me.””It’s the first person I’ve met in four years that I’ve introduced to my family. I’ve been so blatant about it no one’s noticed, just because of my job I don’t want to miss out.”The This Morning presenter divorced from his ex-husband back in 2021(Image: Getty Images)”I’m loving what I’ve got at the minute and I want to keep it that way.”His new partner marks Rylan’s first relationship since his divorce from ex-husband Dan Neal. The duo made history as the first gay couple to host This Morning and celebrity pals Amy Childs, Katie Price and Eamonn Holmes attended their wedding.The former couple were together for six years and Rylan has cited his own cheating as the reason for their split. He described the incident as an “extremely traumatic” period in his life.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

Ray Mayhew, who was the drummer in the iconic 80s band Sigue Sigue Sputnik, has died, it has been confirmed. His bandmate Martin Degville has paid tribute to the starLucy Needham Deputy Head of Showbiz and Andy Gilpin Deputy Editor in Chief11:44, 31 Aug 2025Updated 12:13, 31 Aug 2025British New Wave Band Sigue Sigue Sputnik(Image: Popperfoto via Getty Images)Ray Mayhew, a member of the legendary punk pop band Sique Sique Sputnik, has died. The sad news was announced by bandmate Martin Degville, who hailed him as a ‘force of light that shone so brightly. ‘.In a heartfelt Facebook tribute, Martin shared: “It is with great sadness that I have been informed today that my best friend and drummer of Sigue Sigue Sputnik, Ray Mayhew, has passed away. May God bless you – you will forever be in my thoughts, and also in the hearts of the fans who love you. You were a force, a light that shone so brightly. Rest in peace, mate. Love you always.”The star’s death occurred on August 28, but no additional details or cause of death were provided. Sigue Sigue Sputnik, formed in 1982 by ex-Generation X bassist Tony James, scored three UK top-40 hit singles, including Love Missile F1-11 and 21st Century Boy.They later collaborated with famed producers Stock Aitken Waterman on their 1988 single Success. The record producing and song-writing trio were renowned for their golden touch in the 80s, penning hit singles for stars like Kylie Minogue, Bananarama and Dead or Alive.The band’s music, image and inspiration drew from a range of electronic and glam bands such as Suicide and the New York Dolls.Article continues belowMick Jones, formerly of the Clash, worked with the band in their early days as their live sound engineer and helped them hone their sound before they opened for New Model Army on tour.Boomtown Rats’ manager Fachtna O’Kelly also helped the band launch – providing them with equipment and also their name. Sigue Sigue Sputnik was a supposed reference to a Russian street gang and is ‘burn burn satellite’ in English. More

Harry Potter director Chris Columbus has revealed that a film adaptation of the play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will “never” happen – and he’s blamed JK Rowling for itAndy Gilpin Deputy Editor in Chief and Bang Showbiz11:18, 31 Aug 2025Chris Columbus has cast doubt on a Harry Potter reunion with the OG cast(Image: BANG Showbiz)Harry Potter director Chris Columbus has dismissed any possibility of reuniting the original cast for a Cursed Child film adaptation.The filmmaker – who directed the opening two films in the magical franchise – maintains that J. K. Rowling’s contentious anti-transgender comments have rendered it “impossible” for stars like Daniel Radcliffe (Harry Potter), Emma Watson (Hermione Granger), and Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley) to make a comeback to the beloved series.Speaking to The Times about a potential movie based on the Harry Potter and the Cursed Child stage production, he declared: “It’s never going to happen. Everyone in the cast has their own opinion, which is different from her opinion, which makes it impossible.”Radcliffe has previously stated he wouldn’t be keen to take on his famous character again for a Cursed Child adaptation.Speaking to the New York Times newspaper in 2022, he explained: “This isn’t the answer that anybody’s going to want, but I think I was so able to go back and enjoy it because it’s not a part of my day-to-day life anymore.Article continues below”I’m getting to a point where I feel like I made it out of ‘Potter’ okay and I’m really happy with where I am now, and to go back would be such a massive change to my life.”Whilst the Lost City star hasn’t completely dismissed the possibility, he emphasises that supporters would need to wait considerably longer to witness his return as Harry.He commented: “I’m never going to say never, but the Star Wars guys had like 30, 40 years before they went back. For me, it’s only been 10. It’s not something I’m really interested in doing right now.” More

Jeff Brazier has broken his silence after it was announced that his youngest son Freddy is set to become a dad at the age of 20, making the TV star a grandfather for the first time11:05, 31 Aug 202520-year-old Freddy is set to become a father for the first time(Image: Dave Benett, Dave Benett/Getty Images for Percival)Jeff Brazier is set to become a grandfather at just 47-years-old.His youngest son, 20-year-old Freddy, recently announced that he is expecting his first child with an ex-girlfriend. This marks the first grandchild for the late Jade Goody and Jeff Brazier.The news was broken to Jeff by dad-to-be Freddy and the TV presenter is reportedly ‘extremely supportive’ of the situation. In light of Freddy’s baby announcement, Jeff shared a cheerful photo of himself alongside a friend on Instagram, reports the Mirror.The telly star chose Cleo Sol’s uplifting track Life Will Be to accompany the sweet picture, which features positive lyrics like: “Life will be just you believe in you. If you’re alive, there’s no excuse. Get out of your mind, you cannot lose this one time. It could be right.”Jeff posted an adorable picture on his Instagram after Freddy revealed his newsEarlier this year it was reported that Freddy had been staying with his maternal grandmother, despite Jeff’s legal attempts to prevent their contact.Jackiey previously said: “Freddy was smoking as a kid with his mates long before he and I ever smoked together back out in Essex near Jeff’s home. He got into some bad crowds but it had nothing to do with me.”Jeff shared sons Bobby and Freddy with the late Jade Goody(Image: Instagram)This week, Freddy courageously disclosed that he has been “sectioned and to rehab” following a series of “manic episodes.” He discussed his challenging journey in a preview for his own Load Of Old Cobblers podcast, and both Jeff and Freddy have been transparent about their shared struggles.Jeff and Freddy previously appeared on Race Across The World together(Image: BBC)The duo even clashed on camera during their appearance on Race Across The World and were seen arguing over Freddy’s upbringing during the 30-day journey. In one scene, Jeff stormed off after Freddy suggested they were ‘not open as a family’, leading his father to say: “What have I done for the last seven or eight years. You need to take responsibility, that is part of this.”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

Sex symbol Cameron Diaz has been setting the screen alight for decades.The A-Lister has dazzled fans with her beauty ever since 1994, when she starred in The Mask alongside Jim Carrey. She became one of the biggest movie stars on the planet in the late nineties and noughties following her hot-streak of rom-coms.Diaz also proved her dramatic acting chops as Lotte Schwartz in Being John Malcovich (1999), which has been hailed one of the greatest films of all time. However, she decided to take a 10-year break from Hollywood in 2014, in order to spend time with her family.Cameron, who shares two kids with Good Charlotte guitarist Benji Madden, said it was the “best 10 years” of her life. She returned to the screen earlier this year alongside Jamie Foxx in the action comedy Back in Action (2025). The Hollywood star has turned 53 today (August 30), so Daily Star has taken a look at some of her sexiest scenes of all time.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

Dog The Bounty Hunter followed larger-than-life personality Duane Chapman and his family, running between 2004 and 201210:00, 31 Aug 2025Dog The Bounty Hunter has been through some heartache(Image: Getty Images)Dog the Bounty Hunter was a smash-hit American reality show that followed Duane “The Dog ” Chapman, a notorious bounty hunter based in Honolulu, Hawaii, and his family as they chased wanted fugitives and navigated family dynamics.A viewer favourite, the show ran for eight seasons and almost 10 years between 2004 to 2012. Over Dog’s career, he captured more than 6,000 criminals – as well as the heart of a nation.However, in the years since his flagship show’s cancellation, both Dog and his family have been haunted by tragedy, including arrests and even accidental killings.Duane “The Dog” ChapmanDog The Bounty Hunter is known for his reality show(Image: Toronto Star via Getty Images)Over two decades ago, the world fell in love with Duane “The Dog” Chapman, the rough-and-tumble, mullet-and-mustachioed bounty hunter who starred with his family in the reality smash, Dog the Bounty Hunter.Known for his distinct look and no-nonsense attitude, the business mogul has recently made headlines for far more tragic reasons. In June 2025, Chapman’s stepson, Gregory Zecca, 38, accidentally shot and killed his son, 13-year-old Anthony Zecca.Tragedy struck this year when Dog’s stepson Gregory accidentally shot his teen son Anthony dead(Image: Instagram/franciedogchapman)The incident was described as an isolated and non-criminal event by authorities.Meanwhile, sources have said that Gregory, who made occasional appearances on his stepfather’s show, is now in psychological hold, unable to cope with the trauma of his son’s death.Dog and his wife, Francie Chapman, told TMZ through a representative: “We are grieving as a family over this incomprehensible, tragic accident and would ask for continued prayers as we grieve the loss of our beloved grandson, Anthony.”Beth’s DeathDog’s wife Beth tragically died(Image: FilmMagic)Francie is Dog’s sixth wife, who he married in 2022 after the death of his fifth wife and television favourite, Beth.Beth Chapman passed away in June 2019. She had been diagnosed with throat cancer in 2017, well after the end of Dog the Bounty Hunter. However, she also starred in spinoffs Dog and Beth: On the Hunt and Dog’s Most Wanted.Her diagnosis came during the filming and production of Dog’s Most Wanted, with the series covering the news, her hospitalisation, and her tragic passing at the age of 51. Its final episode was dedicated to her memory.“It’s 5:32 in Hawaii, this is the time she would wake up to go hike Koko Head mountain,” wrote Dog on X the day after her passing. “Only today, she hiked the stairway to heaven. We all love you, Beth. See you on the other side.”Francie is Dog’s sixth wife(Image: Facebook/Sharell Barrera Ministries)In a subsequent interview Dog candidly shared that he had discussed the possibility of dating again with Beth before she passed, but the two agreed that he would never remove the tattoo of her name from his chest.Dog and Francie had met over the phone in 2019 when Dog was attempting to reach Francie’s late husband, Bob. Bob himself had passed from lung cancer six months before Beth’s and the two bonded over their shared experiences of grief, quickly forming a close bond and getting engaged the following year.Dog’s ChildrenLyssa married her girlfriend after being together since 2016(Image: Lyssa Chapman/Instagram)Leland Chapman, Dog’s son with Beth, was another member of Dog and the Bounty Hunter’s cast before he left the show to start his own business, Kama’aina Bail Bonds.In 2016, he married his wife Jamie and he appears to remain close with his family.Article continues belowLyssa “Baby Lyssa” Chapman is Dog and Beth’s daughter and also appeared in the show. Following its success, she released her own clothing line and tanning salon, wrote a book, and then was arrested in 2020 for harassment and resisting arrest.She married her wife, Leiana Everson, in 2022. Based on social media, the couple remain happily together and recently celebrated their ninth anniversary in August.Want all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More