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Lily Allen has revealed she was bullied by an ex who told her she had ‘poor hygiene’ and claimed it was a ‘form of abuse’ and a ‘horrible’ experienceAndy Gilpin Deputy Editor in Chief and Bang Showbiz15:35, 29 Jul 2025Updated 15:50, 29 Jul 2025Lily Allen has revealed one of her ex-boyfriends bullied her over her personal hygiene(Image: BANG Showbiz)Lily Allen has opened up about being targeted for her “poor hygiene” by a former lover.The Smile singer, who parted ways with Stranger Things star David Harbour in 2024 after a four-years together, spoke candidly about the “abuse” she endured regarding cleanliness from an ex-beau. On the Miss Me? podcast with pal Miquita Oliver, Lily shared without naming names: “It was somebody I was in a relationship with who would do it to me, and I don’t think that it was real.”I think that it was like a form of bullying and abuse, it was a horrible one.”Lily emphasised the cruelty of such behaviour, adding, “And as bullying forms of abuse go, it’s a really horrible one.”Allen went on to explain the impact it had on her self-esteem: “Yeah, it was like done on purpose to make me feel self-conscious and s*** about myself. And make them feel powerful.”In another revealing moment on the podcast, the 40-year-old singer confessed to having a hazy memory regarding the number of abortions she’s undergone. During a discussion on contraception, she admitted to frequently falling pregnant in the past, saying, “I just remember I have an IUD [contraceptive coil] now.”She continued, “I think I’m on my third maybe fourth and I just remember before that it was a complete disaster area. Yeah, I’d get pregnant all the time.”Lily then touched upon her abortion experiences, acknowledging the uncertainty around the exact count. In a light-hearted reference to a Frank Sinatra classic, she sang, “Abortions I’ve had a few … but then again … I can’t remember exactly how many.”Lily added: “I can’t remember. I think maybe like, I want to say four or five.”The British singer disclosed that one of her former exs had footed the bill for an abortion, which at the time she found oddly “romantic”.She recounted: “I remember once getting pregnant and the man paying for my abortion, and me thinking it was so romantic!”.Miquita agreed, chiming in with: “I actually think that is romantic!”.Article continues belowYet Lily swiftly dismissed the notion, pointing out the high cost of raising children.The LDN songstress, mother to daughters Ethel, 13, and Marnie, 11, with her ex-husband Sam Cooper, clarified: “No, I don’t think it’s generous or romantic. Think about that investment, like that’s how much is it … 500 quid? Kids are a lot more expensive.” More

EXCLUSIVE: Airport bosses are considering how best to honour the late Black Sabbath singer following worldwide outpouring of grief after his death last week aged 7615:48, 29 Jul 2025Updated 15:48, 29 Jul 2025A petition is calling for Birmingham Airport to be named after Ozzy Osbourne(Image: Scott Dudelson/Getty Images)Birmingham Airport could become Ozzy Osbourne International after nearly 50,000 fans backed the name switch.Airport chiefs are considering how best to honour the late Black Sabbath singer following a worldwide outpouring of grief after his death last week, aged 76.The self-proclaimed Prince of Darkness – hailed as the founder of heavy metal – was born just a mile away in Marston Green.Ozzy, who suffered from Parkinson’s disease and lung condition emphysema, died surrounded by his family 17 days after giving a final performance at Sabbath’s Back to the Beginning concert at Birmingham’s Villa Park.His funeral on Wednesday is set to bring the city to a standstill.A petition to re-name the airport after Ozzy, launched by podcast producer and fan Dan Hudson, has attracted 47,580 signatures – 10,000 in the past 24 hours.Ozzy with Black Sabbath in 1973It said: “Ozzy Osbourne was the most important musician ever to hail from Birmingham.“He rose to fame as the lead vocalist of the pioneering rock band Black Sabbath who invented the genre of heavy metal.“Ozzy’s influence on music and culture is undeniable. Naming our international airport after him would be a fitting tribute to his extraordinary career and contributions to the arts.“Other airports in the UK are named after their famous children (George Best International Airport in Belfast, John Lennon Airport in Liverpool) so it is only right that we do this here in Birmingham in honour of Ozzy.“Together we can celebrate the legacy of Ozzy Osbourne and the incredible influence our city has had on the world stage, thanks to him.”Fans who signed the online call-for-action left hundreds of emotional messages in honour of the star who famously once bit the head off a live bat thrown on stage at a concert.Angelina wrote: “Ozzy Osbourne’s music saved my life. He was truly a living legend. Naming Birmingham Airport after him would be huge and the best nod to him possible.”Ozzy Osbourne’s funeral will take place on Wednesday(Image: Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP)Harry said: “Underneath his wild, crazy behaviour, and Prince of Darkness persona, he possessed such a huge loving heart and was first and foremost a devoted family man.“A true working class hero who never forgot his roots and remained a proud Brummie throughout his life. I think renaming Birmingham Airport would be a marvellous way to honour Ozzy. Legends never die. “Dominic added: “Seeing this fulfilled would be incredible and a testament to the power, influence, capabilities and spirit of one Ozzy Osbourne.”While Raven said: “Ozzy Osbourne was an amazing man who changed the lives of millions of those who listen to his music.“Renaming Birmingham International to Ozzy Osbourne International would be an honourable way to show the legacy of him and Black Sabbath.”Birmingham Airport could get a new name(Image: Martin O’Callaghan)Article continues belowAirport bosses said they are discussing how to honour the star, including putting artwork in its terminals.An airport spokesman said: “Ozzy Osbourne is an inspiration to so many in our region, proving that talent, hard work and commitment can take you to all corners of the world.“In the coming weeks, we will be looking at how we can celebrate his heritage and contribution to the region via terminal artwork, creating a greater sense of place for Birmingham and his fans.” More

We might be a nation of animal-lovers, but for most of us, there’s a limit. Not so for these fearless celebrities, who decided to move in with lions, tigers and a cheetahJames Moore14:52, 29 Jul 2025Updated 14:52, 29 Jul 2025Actress Tippi Hedren with her lion, Neil(Image: The LIFE Picture Collection via Getty Images)Talk about being in a Jam! This week the Daily Star revealed that singer Paul Weller was once attacked by a pet lion, owned by his dad’s pal, while on his way to a gig.In fact, there are plenty of intrepid folk who have kept big cats as pets over the years – including lions, tigers and cheetahs, though with mixed success.Here JAMES MOORE looks at some of the fur-eakiest cases…Oh mane! Tippi Hedren, now 95, is most famous for being attacked by winged critters in Alfred Hitchcock’s 1963 movie The Birds. But in real-life she had no qualms about keeping a 400lb lion, called Neil, around the family home with her producer husband Noel Marshall and future actress daughter Melanie Griffith.Boxer Mike Tyson with one of his three Bengal tigers(Image: The Ring Magazine via Getty Images)Neil, who they raised from a cub, had the run of the house, pool and even shared Griffith’s bed. Hedren and Marshall brought him into their Beverly Hills home to research their ill-fated 1981 movie Roar, which featured scores of big cats. Some 70 members of the cast ended up injured and Griffith almost lost an eye when she was mauled by a different lion.Bite nasty : Heavyweight champ Mike Tyson once notoriously bit the ear of rival Evander Holyfield. So it’s apt that the boxer decided to keep three Bengal tigers, known for their own powerful jaws, as pets.He kept one of them, Kenya, for 16 years. But the 550lb beast ended up ripping the arm off an intruder at his property, who’d scaled a fence to play with the animal.Tyson, who gave Kenya away after the incident, now admits: “I was foolish. There’s no way you can domesticate these cats 100 per cent, no way that’s going to happen.”Burlesque dancer Josephine Baker with her cheetah, Chiquita(Image: Getty Images)Fast mover : American actress and burlesque dancer Josephine Baker, who moved to France to perform before World War Two, kept a pet cheetah called Chiquita.The critter, which wore a diamond collar, accompanied her on walks, slept in her bed and rode in her car. It also joined Baker on stage and would sometimes jump into the orchestra pit causing havoc among the musicians.Claw blimey : Showbiz duo Siegfried Fischbacher and Roy Horn had been performing with white lions and tigers for decades when tragedy struck in 2003. Mantacore, a 400lb white tiger, suddenly attacked Horn during a performance in Las Vegas, biting his neck and severing his spine and an artery, leaving him partially paralysed.But even on the way to the hospital, Horn described Mantacore as a “great cat” and the feline continued to live with the pair at their estate until his death aged 17 in 2014.Anthony Bourke and John Rendall with their lion, Christian(Image: Derek Cattani/REX/Shutterstock)Article continues belowGrrr-eat purchase: In 1969 Aussies John Rendall and Anthony Bourke bought a lion cub at the posh London department store Harrods. They paid £3,500 for the cat and named him Christian.He lived at their Chelsea flat and became a local celebrity, padding around the furniture store they owned on the King’s Road. He even appeared on TV.Once he became fully grown the pair released Christian into the wild in Kenya. A year later they returned to meet him…Christian recognised them and the three had an emotional reunion. More

Love Island star Toni’s mum, who just appeared in the villa, has responded to rumours that she is launching legal action against ITV after stepping away from social media14:44, 29 Jul 2025Toni has hit back at claims she’s suing ITV(Image: ITV/Shutterstock)Love Island star Toni’s Laites’ mum has hit back at rumours she’s suing ITV.Toni’s mum Leslie set foot in the villa on Monday night (July 28) when the Islanders got surprise visits from their family members. Leslie was quick to show her support for Cach after her daughter chose to ditch him for Harrison before he left the show.Florida-based beauty Leslie hasn’t held back in her views on the series and called out some of this year’s Islanders in videos on social media. She’s since deleted the posts and made her TikTok page private, and fans speculated that she was mounting legal action against ITV.However, Leslie was quick to confirm that this was not the case as she revealed the truth behind the claims. Leslie issued a statement explaining why she stepped away from social media.Leslie thanked Cach for giving her daughter Toni another chance(Image: ITV/Shutterstock)She said in a clip: “My accounts were set to private because I had other stuff to do not because myself and Shakira’s mum are suing ITV.”We are definitely not, that rumour should be put to rest immediately. There’s even a rumour that she and I were spotted in London together with an attorney, also 100 per cent fake news. It is not real.”Leslie and Toni reunited in the villa on Monday night (July 28)(Image: ITV/Shutterstock)The proud parent continued: “I cant wait for you guys to see the episode and we will talk about it. I haven’t watched tonight’s yet, but once I do I will try to hop on and give you all my thoughts on that one.”She added: “Other than that, I just wanted to reassure you we are all good, just no lawsuit. Hope you have a great night.”Toni ditched Cach for Harrison in previous episodes(Image: ITV/Shutterstock)Leslie revealed to Casa Amor star Cach on Monday’s episode that both she and Toni’s stepfather were in tears when she chose Harrison over him. She said he handled the dumping “with grace” and thanked him for giving Toni a second chance.She told him in the emotional chat: “I wanted to tell you that may husband and I adore you and we think you are such an incredible stand-up guy.”You have handled some really sh*tty situations so calmly and with grace and elegance. Literally last night my husband texted me and he said, ‘I didn’t think the pedestal for Cach could get any higher but it just did,’ because of your speech for the ‘Emotional Moment’.”You handled that amazingly. Thank you for having such a big heart and treating her so well. You tell your mother when you get out that I thank her for raising such an incredible gentleman.”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

Jamie Carragher has taken to social media to share his pride over his daughter Mia’s announcement, which left the Liverpool legend’s wife in tears14:31, 29 Jul 2025Updated 14:33, 29 Jul 2025Jamie Carragher and his daughter Mia Carragher(Image: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)Jamie Carragher is beaming with pride after his daughter Mia secured a major breakthrough role.The ex-Liverpool defender and his wife Nicola are parents to two children – Mia and James. James has chosen to pursue his father’s passion, developing a keen interest in football. After joining Liverpool’s academy back in 2011, the now 22-year-old has established himself as a centre-back for League One outfit Wigan Athletic.Meanwhile, the Reds legend’s daughter Mia has gravitated towards dancing and performing arts. The 20-year-old made her mark last year in Channel 4’s drama The Gathering, shot throughout Merseyside, appearing in two episodes as the character Tash.She also took on the starring role of Liv in the short film The Watering Hole, which earned selection for the BIFA qualifying North East International Film Festival in November 2024.Carragher has now turned to social media to announce Mia’s latest exciting venture, reports the Liverpool Echo. He posted: “I’m bursting with pride with you being the first on stage Katniss Everdeen @miacarragher.Jamie Carragher, alongside daughter Mia in 2023(Image: Getty Images)Article continues below”You’ve put so much work in over so many years to land such an amazing role, you deserve this babe. I can’t wait to come and watch @thehungergamesonstage it’s going to be amazing.”The Anfield icon shared a promotional image featuring his daughter portraying Katniss Everdeen from the blockbuster film franchise. Katniss Everdeen serves as the central character and heroine of The Hunger Games trilogy penned by American writer Suzanne Collins.The Hunger Games saga follows the story of Katniss, who volunteers to take her sister’s place in a deadly tournament where only one can survive. Competing against others who have trained their entire lives, she must rely on her wits and instincts.Five science fiction dystopian adventure films were produced based on Suzanne Collins’ novel series, garnering a massive fanbase and following for both the books and movies.Nicola Carragher becomes emotional when her daughter Mia tells her about landing a new role (Image: 23_Carra Instagram)Carragher has updated his Instagram profile picture to feature his daughter in the promotional image for the stage adaptation. He also shared his pride on his Instagram story, posting “Very proud of you @MiaCarragher. My girl on fire.”Mia captured the touching moment her parents discovered she had secured the role, sharing a video clip that shows an emotional Nicola breaking down in tears at the thrilling news.@TheHungerGamesonStage shared a video where Mia announces: “My name is Mia Carragher, and I will be playing Katniss Everdeen. I’m really excited to play Katniss. I relate to her quite a lot. I think she is very fearless but then she’s also got that nurturing quality about her.”Jamie Carragher and wife Nicola(Image: Instagram/23_carra)She urged fans to watch The Hunger Games: On Stage, saying: “Everyone needs to come and watch The Hunger Games: On Stage because it’s going to be nothing like you’ve ever seen before.”It’s going to be an amazing experience, amazing sets, such cool costumes. There’s going to be a new theatre built just for this show in Canary Wharf.”Following the announcement, a wave of supportive comments flooded in. Steven Gerrard’s daughter Lilly congratulated with a “Well done M”, while former Coronation Street star Brooke Vincent cheered: “YES @miacarragher Well done darling.”Article continues belowComedian John Bishop and footballer Robbie Keane both expressed their approval with clapping hand emojis. More

Batman and Rambo star Alon Aboutboul collapsed and died suddenly on a tourist beach aged 60. Israeli actor Alon was best known for his roles in The Dark Knight Rises and Rambo III. Local news reports that he “collapsed on a beach” in Tel Aviv on Tuesday (July 27) morning. According to witnesses, Alon was […] More

EXCLUSIVE: Discover how “genuine” Love Island couples are as they reveal their true feelings through their sleep, because how they snooze might just prove if their connection is real14:17, 29 Jul 2025This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn moreJudi James analysed the couple’s sleeping positions(Image: ITV/pictures provided by PA Wire)The only “genuine” Love Island couple has been revealed after an expert analysed their sleeping patterns.Experts claim the way couples sleep side-by-side can reveal surprising clues about the strength and authenticity of their relationships – and we’re about to find out more on the matter…Teaming up with body language expert Judi James, Premier Inn has dubbed her its first ever ‘Head of Bed-y Language’ and she was keen to discuss her findings exclusively with Daily Star.Judi kicked things off with Yasmin and Jamie who have been clawing their way into the most popular spot in the villa. Judi shared: “With Jamie and Yasmin, I’m not actually getting signals from her that she’s completely besotted. I might do if she slumps, you can be in love positioned like that.Jamie and Yasmin are fan faves(Image: ITV)”A sign of a good relationships would be things like curling up in the spoons position. You can’t tell under the duvet if he he having to lay next to her like a match next. I’m desperate to know if she actually does snuggle, or whether she just lays flat on her back or on her side, and he’s literally having me to mimic what she does.”They haven’t shown that yet. And I hate the fact that I’m absolutely dying to see it. I have seen them laying face to face, kissing each other, so it’s very likely that she’s still got her posture and you kind of just want her to relax a little bit.”Now for the longest-standing couple Meg and Dejon, who she says the public aren’t buying, and neither is she.Judi analysed: “Then you’ve got Megan and Dejon, they’re not fooling anybody. Last night, they were both lying on their backs. I was quite interested, because they weren’t touching.The expert is not convinced about Meg and Dejon(Image: ITV)”They clearly do have a lot of kissing that goes on and everything like that. But it was quite telling. The last view that we got of them was that he’d kind of got his pillow built up like a bolster so he couldn’t see her face. I wouldn’t want to see somebody doing that to me in bed.”To build a wall with a pillow, I thought that was quite interesting body language. And maybe that does mean that he’s actually not quite as smitten as he’s making out, because the level that they’re at, where they are, you know, clearly going to declare undivided love any minute now, you would almost be inhaling the other person’s breathing. And I think most women, if the guy did that would say, ‘What’s wrong?'”But now for Judi’s only potential “genuine” match, according to her findings.Judi thinks Megan and Connor could be the real deal(Image: ITV/Shutterstock)The expert revealed: “I think that Connor possibly has got feelings for Megan. I hope they can evolve a little bit more in the time they have left. I don’t know how long they’ve got now but they need to speed it up a little bit. I think they’re probably the ones that might be with a chance of maybe convincing me they’re genuine. Apart from that, I’m going to be very cynical, I’m afraid.”Speaking generally about bed-y language, Judi said: “How we sleep next to our partner can say more than words ever could. Our sleeping positions are like a silent conversation – revealing how connected, comfortable, or even emotionally distant we might feel.”“Whether it’s at home with a long-term partner or someone you’ve coupled up with in the villa, it’s fascinating to see how our bedtime body language reflects the highs and lows of a relationship. From the protective spoon to the independent back-to-back, subconscious cues can speak volumes – even when the lights go out.”For more information on how to get a good night’s sleep, visit www.premierinn.com/gb/en/sleepArticle continues belowHave 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

Bonnie Blue has taken the world by storm, but when Daily Star’s Joe Faretra was first to interview her in March 2024, not many people had even heard of her13:45, 29 Jul 2025Bonnie Blue has risen in the ranks of notoriety quickly(Image: bonnie_blue_xox/Instagram)When I first had a chat with Bonnie Blue last year, she was relatively unknown. Fast forward 14 months and she’s now a global phenomenon, getting a mention from Jack Whitehall at the BRIT Awards, and fronting her own Channel 4 documentary. Whether you’re a fan or not, her rise to international fame has been nothing short of remarkable, likely due to her relentless work ethic, candid conversation style and infamous stunts, like bedding 1,057 men.She thrives on her risqué behaviour and enjoys ruffling a few feathers.Comforted by the fact that despite the backlash, she’s also gaining a significant number of admirers along the way. I’ve been in a unique position to witness, and play a small role in, her ascent to the A-list of adult performers.Bonnie Blue now has her own documentary about her 1,000 men stunt(Image: Rob Parfitt / Channel 4)When I was given the chance to interview Bonnie in March 2024, she had a modest following across her social media platforms. Fresh off a controversial Schoolies’ stunt in Australia, she was in Cancun to stir up similar antics with US students celebrating Spring Break in Mexico.She was seated in the lobby of her hotel with a rather unreliable WiFi connection, making for a challenging conversation. Despite the occasional dropouts, it was a fruitful discussion that left an impression.I’ve always been slightly apprehensive about posing deeply personal questions to adult stars. Given their profession, my inquiries shouldn’t be a problem, but I still felt uneasy.However, Bonnie is incredibly self-aware and candidly shared her experiences. She conversed with me as if we were mates, with her having an intriguing job that I couldn’t resist asking about.And like any good friend, she was open and honest.”Have you got any pictures?” I enquired. She offered to send some over.Joe Faretra was the first to interview Bonnie Blue(Image: Joe Faretra)However, due to the unreliable signal and the complexity of my surname, I suggested that I’d send her an email to which she could reply with the photos.So, I ended the call, dispatched the email which – since I work remotely – included my personal mobile number.A fortnight later, I received an unexpected WhatsApp message from Bonnie, and just like that, I became the unofficial Bonnie hotline. It was somewhat akin to the Batphone, albeit with a higher bodycount.Whenever she was up to something, whether it was visiting the UK for some sign-posting antics, cheeky encounters at football matches, or stunts with freshers, I would receive a message and we’d exchange thoughts on it.Thanks to the time difference between the UK and Australia, I would receive messages and pictures at all hours, documenting her latest escapade.Bonnie Blue rose to prominence after videos with college students on Spring Break(Image: onlybonnieblue/Instagram )She was so grounded and frank, making her incredibly easy to write about. I once had a 20-minute chat with her, from which I managed to produce eight articles.I dubbed her the headline queen, as every fresh conversation would yield another sensational story.She was also a person of great kindness. I recall her checking up on me after a hospital appointment, asking about my holiday on another occasion, and even fulfilling a peculiar request.At a party, a friend spoke to me at length about Bonnie. Initially, I assumed it was because she knew I’d written numerous articles about her – but it turned out she was simply captivated by Bonnie’s exploits and had no idea I’d penned a single word.So, I asked Bonnie if she could record a brief video thanking her personally for her interest in her antics, which she did, leaving my friend utterly astounded – I wonder what the price tag for a personal message would be now.I felt quite honoured and privileged to have contributed to her skyrocketing fame, although it’s fair to say her extraordinary determination did most of the heavy lifting.Joe describes Bonnie Blue as ‘a person of great kindness'(Image: Jam Press/@bonnie_blue_xox)Bonnie once estimated that around 90% of the global stories about her originated from interviews I’d conducted with her, and she seemed irritated that I hadn’t been acknowledged.Even her appearance on This Morning came about after a researcher from the ITV show read one of my articles. And, to conclude this, here’s a final fun fact and my new claim to fame.As a journalist, I’ve had the unusual distinction of inadvertently sparking two world records. The first was an ironing-related feat in my hometown, while the second involved Bonnie’s claim of intimate encounters with 1,057 men in just 12 hours.During our initial conversation, I was trying to be diligent and asked her about her plans after her first Spring Break experience in Cancun. When she shared the staggering number of men she’d been with, I mentioned the existing world record held by Linda Sparxxx (919, for the curious).Bonnie’s eyes lit up, and the wheels began turning in her mind.Bonnie Blue took inspiration for her stunt from a conversation with Joe(Image: Bonnie Blue/Instagram)As I mentioned earlier, Bonnie sent me a random WhatsApp message when we first started chatting. It was about this very topic.In our subsequent conversations, she’d occasionally share off-the-record updates on her progress, discussing potential backers and venues.However, things went quiet on that front as Bonnie shifted her focus to other pursuits and reveled in being scandalous. That was until Monday, January 13, when I received a WhatsApp message from Bonnie at 11:35 pm, saying: “Just wanted to thank you for mentioning the world record to me last year, this is where it started!” At the time, I simply thought it was because she’d come a long way since our initial conversation.Then the next morning, I woke up to see her trending, complete with photos of her holding an A4 sheet with 1,057 written on it – Blimey!So, while I was sat there watching Police Academy or something similar, I unknowingly gave over a thousand blokes a day they’ll never forget. My evening couldn’t have been more different.Cheers Bonnie, keep being you!Article continues belowWant all the biggest Showbiz and TV news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Showbiz newsletter. More