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15.06.2024 / 13:07

Outnumbered kids seen with tattoos and facial hair 10 years after hit BBC sitcom

The beloved Outnumbered kids look unrecognisable in a new clip, with the now grown-ups seen sporting tattoos and facial hair 10 years on from the hit BBC sitcom.The Brockman siblings reunited to launch a limited-edition digital series called ‘Rewind’ for Comic Relief’s YouTube channel.The new series sees the three youngest stars share behind-the-scenes secrets, including how the crew got the kids to behave and laugh on cue, and what it was like working with Hugh Dennis and Claire Skinner, who played their on-screen parents Pete and Sue. In a snippet, Ramona Marquez, 23, who played the adorable Karen, is all grown up with tattoos.

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27.09.2024 / 13:51

Graham Norton's astonishing net worth and life off-screen with rarely-seen husband

Irish icon Graham Norton has been delighting audiences with his sensational presenting skills, flawless sense of humour and flair for commanding an audience for almost 30 years. Whether it was his laugh out loud antics on Father Ted, following in the footsteps of the late Terry Wogan to commentate Eurovision, or even helming his very own chat show, The Graham Norton Show, the star has cemented his place in the hearts of viewers across the country.

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20.09.2024 / 12:55

Jay Blades TV appearances shelved after court hearings

Jay Blades is reported to have been axed from upcoming television shows on BBC, Channel 5 and Channel 4 after being charged with serious offences. Blades has been charged with engaging in controlling or coercive behaviour towards his wife.

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29.05.2024 / 10:43

Denise Van Outen on joining celeb dating app at 50 - ‘I’m the sexiest I’ve ever felt'

Looking sensual and seductive, Essex-born actress, singer and dancer Denise Van Outen strikes a raunchy and assured pose in a stunning new photoshoot to mark her milestone 50th birthday. In an interview with journalist Rob McGibbon for his website, Denise, who has a 14-year-old daughter, Betsy, with ex-husband Lee Mead, reveals how she is striding into her fifties feeling “blessed” that so many aspects of her life are in the best shape ever. Here, the former Big Breakfast presenter opens up about having therapy, dating, reuniting with Johnny Vaughan and fulfilling a daring lifetime ambition… Hi Denise, how are you feeling about your big birthday? I feel great and I’m really happy about turning 50.

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07.05.2024 / 22:05

Iconic BBC sitcom set to return with Downton Abbey star back in lead role

Star of the sitcom W1A Hugh Bonneville will return for its spin-off after a seven year hiatus.The mockumentary, which ran for three series, saw Hugh play lead character Ian Fletcher who became the Head of Values at the BBC. Jessica Hynes starred as Ian’s hapless PR, Siobhan. Also appearing across the show were the likes of Jason Watkins, Monica Dolan, Hugh Skinner, Bridgerton’s Jonathan Bailey and David Tennant as the narrator.

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04.05.2024 / 22:29

BBC Traitors winner Harry Clark 'wanted to end it all at 21' after hitting rock bottom

Harry Clark, the winner of the second series of BBC's The Traitors has powerfully opened up about being "in the darkest place" two years ago and having thoughts of ending his own life.The 23 year old ex-Lance Corporal, who became a familiar face after securing the BBC game show in January, confessed to hitting "rock bottom" in a new interview with The Mirror. Aimed at using his newfound fame as a platform, Harry has since revealed he's passionate about supporting young people struggling with mental health issues, and wants to use his newfound fame to help support others in need. Since his £95,000 win, life has certainly been a whirlwind for Harry with the star having left the military life behind him, chased a TV career, shown up on Comic Relief, and even signed up with a showbiz agency! But despite his quick rise to stardom, Harry insists he'll remain level-headed after experiencing extreme lows.

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26.03.2024 / 20:11

Lenny Henry is all smiles as he films new Netflix series Missing You after stepping down from Comic Relief

One week on since Lenny Henry officially announced he would no longer be presenting the bi-annual Comic Relief live shows on TV, the comedy heavyweight looked happier than ever as he was spotted filming for his brand new Netflix series in Greater Manchester. Dressed in a stylish green polo shirt with blue collar and matching flat cap, the 65 year old actor flashed a cheeky smile on the set of Missing You, the latest of Harlan Coben’s novels to be adapted by the streaming service, following the success of his earlier novels including Fool Me Once, The Stranger and Safe.

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17.03.2024 / 00:03

Mollie King sobs as she finishes epic Comic Relief bike ride in memory of tragic dad

Mollie King was "completely overwhelmed" as she finished an exhausting 500-kilometre bike ride for Red Nose Day.The 36-year-old singer, known for being part of girl group The Saturdays, broke down in tears after taking part in the charity bike ride.The mum started her journey from London to the East Riding of Yorkshire in memory of her dad Stephen, who died of a brain tumour in 2022. She got emotional as she got to the last part of the ride in her dad's hometown of Hull, where people lined up to cheer for her. Her fiance Stuart Broad and their 16-month-old daughter Annabella were at the finish line waiting to congratulate her on the incredible feat.

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16.03.2024 / 05:13

BBC Comic Relief viewers ask same question over 'ridiculous' detail as fundraising show starts

The BBC's Comic Relief fundraising event left some viewers with questions over the number of hosts on at the same time.The show marked Lenny Henry's final hosting gig, after announcing earlier this year that he would step away from this role he held for 39 years. On stage, he was joined by Davina McCall, Joel Dommett, Paddy McGuinness, Rosie Ramsey, Romesh Ranganathan, Maya Jama and David Tennant. Viewers' attention shifted from the action on stage to the quantity of hosts; as the hosts themselves poked fun at this at the beginning of the evening.

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15.03.2024 / 07:33

BBC Morning Live presenter Rav Wilding’s impressive body transformation aged 46

BBC Morning Live's beloved presenter Rav Wilding, 46, left viewers in awe as he showcased an impressive body transformation, flaunting a chiselled physique that defied his age. The seasoned TV personality recently made headlines not just for his on-screen prowess but also for his remarkable journey towards fitness and wellness. Rav took to Instagram, shared a candid glimpse into his fitness journey, showcasing before-and-after photos that left followers astounded.

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15.03.2024 / 07:33

Sad reason why Lenny Henry is quitting Comic Relief as he hosts last-ever show

Sir Lenny Henry has announced the sad reason why he's quitting Comic Relief as he hosts his last-ever show.The actor and comedian, 65, has become the face of the charity after co-founding it with Love Actually director, Richard Curtis back in 1985.The TV star revealed that he would be stepping down from presenting the show after 39 years during an appearance on BBC Breakfast earlier this year. His last time hosting Comic Relief will be tonight (Friday, 15 March) as he hands it over "to the new generation." Sharing the news he said: "I'm not going to be hosting anymore Comic Reliefs after this but I will make special appearances.

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13.03.2024 / 12:23

BBC Breakfast's Jon Jay disses Morning Live presenter as Sally Nugent left gobsmacked

BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay took a cheeky swipe at Morning Live host Gethin Jones about his outfit. On Wednesday (13 March) Gethin appeared wearing a stripy jumper. Gethin and his co-host Kym Walsh were on the show to share what was coming up on Morning Live at 9:30.They shared that they would be chatting with Radio 1's Mollie King about her big bike ride for Red Nose Day.

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03.03.2024 / 08:23

BBC Dragons Den's Sara Davies’ husband's wishes her a 'nice holiday' ahead of grim Arctic Circle challenge

She’s a self-made multimillionaire with a glittering TV career, so it’s no wonder that for Sara Davies MBE “failure is not an option”.The crafting queen, 39, has earned an astonishing £37 million fortune by harnessing her pioneering spirit, determination and good old-fashioned grit to forge a business career. Now Dragons’ Den star Sara hopes that same mindset will carry her along on her toughest mission yet – a 50km trek for Comic Relief across the Arctic Circle, alongside fellow Geordie Vicky Pattison, DJ Laura Whitmore and England Lioness Alex Scott. “I’m a firm believer that actually getting through anything is just mind over matter,” says Sara, confidently.

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03.03.2024 / 06:17

Vicky Pattison details horrific mistake that led to her ‘losing a toe’ in ice challenge

TV presenter Vicky Pattison insists she can handle sub-zero temperatures in the Arctic Circle – because she’s from Newcastle.The 36-year-old once celebrated her birthday in winter wearing just a grass skirt and a coconut bra. She laughed, “I remember on my 17th birthday me and the lasses went out dressed as hula girls wearing grass skirts and coconut bras in Newcastle in November. If that’s not training for this, I don’t know what is!” She might love a daft laugh, but Vicky is determined to complete the challenge, if it takes all her strength.

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29.02.2024 / 22:25

Katie Price fuming over TV show snub – and says she knows which celeb 'replaced her'

Katie Price appeared fuming after revealing she was snubbed from a major BBC show, and insists she won't watch it in protest. While she's no stranger to reality TV, having been on the likes of I'm A Celebrity and Big Brother, the mum of five revealed on her podcast this week that she was in the "top five or 10" for a spot in the final line-up - and "definitely" knows who took her spot. On Thursday , 29 February, Katie and her sister Sophie, who is the co-host of The Katie Price Show podcast, were discussing the line-up for the BBC's Comic Relief, which puts celebrities through their paces in difficult challenges to raise money for good causes.

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29.02.2024 / 12:17

Vicky Pattison fights back tears as she details 'stressful' filming experience

Vicky Pattison has emotionally opened up about her "stressful" experience filming Comic Relief challenge Snow Going Back, with the ex Geordie Shore star revealing that she struggled in "darker moments". Vicky, 35, trekked across the Arctic Circle with Sara Davies, Alex Scott and Laura Whitmore for Red Nose Day in February. Appearing on ITV's Lorraine to chat about the mission, Vicky fought back tears as she recalled the tougher moments on the trip.

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23.01.2024 / 11:31

Inside Escape to the Country star Sonali Shah's life off screen from 'private' romance to children's book

Sonali Shah, known for presenting on BBC's Escape to The Country and Magic FM, has had quite the journey. From reading news on BBC children's Newsround to presenting on BBC's world news, she's had a successful career in journalism. But there's more to Sonali than meets the eye.

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29.11.2023 / 22:27

ITV Emmerdale fans spot telling clue that David Metcalfe exit ends in death and tragedy

Emmerdale viewers are convinced that a particularly heart-wrenching conversation between David Metcalfe (played by Matthew Wolfenden) and his elderly dad Eric Pollard (Chris Chittell) was a foreboding glimpse at a tragic end in the former's exit plot.The ITV soap is gearing up to say goodbye to David during Thursday night's instalment, and fans have mixed feelings about the character's departure from the village. David has long been a fixture in the Yorkshire Dales, and has provided much comic relief and romantic drama with his various relationship difficulties.

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29.08.2023 / 07:23

Stacey Solomon has 'fewer arguments' now she accepts Joe Swash isn't organised

Stacey Solomon loves helping people find happiness on her show Sort Your Life Out - but it's helped her marriage too after she learned an important lesson.The show sees Stacey help families reclaim their homes from mountains of clutter and chaos and become more organised. But not everyone loves to be quite as meticulous as Stacey - especially her husband. “The best lesson for me is that everyone needs and requires to live differently.

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29.08.2023 / 07:23

Stacey Solomon says cow ate Mrs Hinch's hair on Sort Your Life Out

When Stacey Solomon needed a decluttering expert to stand in for Dilly Carter on her BBC series Sort Your Life Out, she called on close pal Mrs Hinch. Mrs Hinch, real name Sophie Hinchcliffe, appears in series three of the hit show alongside Stacey but had a hairy encounter with a cow which started to eat Mrs Hinch’s hair during filming. “Her hair must have looked like hay,” laughs Stacey.

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29.08.2023 / 07:23

'I need to sort my life out!' - Stacey Solomon on her mental health amid family 'chaos'

She’s one of our warmest, kindest and most relatable TV stars, but tucked away behind her huge heart Stacey Solomon has a ruthless streak reserved exclusively for clutter.The 33-year-old is back with a third series of her hit BBC One show Sort Your Life Out With Stacey Solomon and she’s determined to help the families taking part to find joy and peace in their homes. But to transform their habitats in just a week, they must kick the clutter. After seeing all their belongings laid out in a huge warehouse, the families donate, recycle or sell half.

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08.08.2023 / 05:51

Dan Walker confronts his fear of heights – and horses – in new TV travel show

Channel 5 news presenter Dan Walker has scaled the perilous Mount Kilimanjaro for Comic Relief and braved sparkly costumes and spray tans as a competitor on Strictly Come Dancing. But he had to face his two worst fears while filming alongside his long-time pal Helen Skelton for their new travel series Dan & Helen’s Pennine Adventure. The journalist and TV presenter, 46, is “mildly terrified” of horses, following an incident when he was a sports reporter.

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02.08.2023 / 13:31

Radio 1 replacement revealed after Arielle Free is pulled off air and suspended

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Following BBC presenter Arielle Free's suspension after an awkward exchange with her colleague, Charlie Hedges, her replacement has been revealed. The Radio 1 presenter will be off the air this week following an incident that saw her criticise music during a live broadcast. Appearing briefly on Charlie’s Dance Anthems Ibiza show on Saturday (29 July), Arielle told the broadcaster: "Can I be honest with you?...

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18.06.2023 / 20:23

Strictly star Shirley Ballas looks glam in sky high heels despite ankle bandage

It seems nothing can come between Shirley Ballas and her heels as the Strictly Come Dancing judge was spotted looking very glam in some sky high stilettos, despite having to wear an ankle bandage following an accident. Shirley attended the gala performance of Mrs Doubtfire on Sunday in support of Comic Relief at Shaftesbury Theatre in London, and was photographed looking very glamorous in a shocking pink blazer and matching shorts with a white T-shirt underneath as she arrived at the event.

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07.05.2023 / 16:33

Susan Boyle delights fans with rare appearance as she reunites with Peter Kay at show

Susan Boyle made a rare appearance as she reunited with comedian Peter Kay at one of his shows on his Peter Kay Live! tour.The Britain's Got Talent star, 62, and Peter, 49, first worked together 12 years ago, when they collaborated on a song for Comic Relief, which saw Peter perform as his character Geraldine McQueen. Raising money for charity, the duo recorded a cover of the song I Know Him So Well from the musical Chess, and filmed a music video for the performance.The video saw Susan sport a huge perm, which only increased in size during the video, with the pair later removing their wigs to reveal bad caps underneath. Taking to Instagram, Susan shared a snap of her reunion with Peter, which she captioned: "A reunion 12 years in the making! Susan Boyle & Peter Kay back together again after she went to see his hilariously brilliant show 'Peter Kay Live' in Glasgow.

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15.04.2023 / 21:21

Coronation Street Glenda star's life off screen – including dramatic 9 stone weight loss

Ahead of her Coronation Street debut last year, Jodie Prenger had already dabbled in the TV and showbiz world having appeared in a handful of programmes. Jodie, who stars as barmaid Glenda Shuttleworth on the popular ITV soap, first shot to fame on The Biggest Loser in 2006, with the now-43 year old going on to win the show and bagging a £25,000 cash prize.The UK edition of the programme – which was axed in 2012 – was for people wanting to overhaul their diets and their lives, with Jodie going on to shed an amazing nine stone on the show.

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07.04.2023 / 17:11

Paul Cattermole's final social media post saw S Club star in brilliant Eurovision skit

S Club 7 star Paul Cattermole’s final post on social media prior to his death showcased the star at his smiling and cheeky best, as he starred alongside his bandmates in a Eurovision themed skit for Comic Relief. The 46 year old singer was sadly found dead at his home on Thursday (6 April) and his death was announced on Friday.

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19.03.2023 / 01:41

Amanda Holden laughs off wardrobe malfunction as she twirls in crop top

Style maven Amanda Holden is no stranger to showcasing her outfits. From chic dresses to tailored shirts, there’s no shortage of impressive looks within her wardrobe. However, it was while showing off her latest outfit on Instagram that many fans got more than they bargained for, as the star suffered an unfortunate wardrobe blunder while modelling an all-white outfit.

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18.03.2023 / 03:11

Traitors fans praise 'hilarious' Comic Relief sketch featuring iconic contestant

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18.03.2023 / 01:39

Prince William: Diana would be disappointed in lack of progress on homelessness

The Prince of Wales has said his mother would be “disappointed” that the UK is still no further along with tackling the problem of homelessness. William appeared in a short film as part of the 2023 Comic Relief broadcast where he sat down with two people who had experienced homelessness. For the film, William visited Groundswell, a homelessness organisation supported by Comic Relief, and spoke to Nawshin and Miles.

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17.03.2023 / 19:53

Michelle Keegan labelled 'so pretty' in stunning selfie showing off brand new hair

Michelle Keegan has showed off her stylish new hairstyle as she shared a fun selfie with fans.The actress, 35, posed with a Red Nose Day nose in the photo as she urged fans to get involved in the charity event.The star smiled at the camera and placed a hand on her chin in the photo, with a paper red nose perched on her face. In the caption, Michelle wrote: “#rednoseday has a brand new Red Nose that makes a really big difference! Support @comicrelief by ordering yours now at @amazonuk or on the Comic Relief shop and you can help change lives.

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15.03.2023 / 23:35