The Only Way is Essex producer Lime Pictures has snapped up one of the highest-profile execs to have left Paramount Global’s UK unscripted arm following its closure.
21.06.2023 - 10:35 / dailyrecord.co.uk
TV star Jane McDonald recently flaunted a stunning figure while presenting the British Soap Awards.
The cruise singer stepped in for Philip Schofield to host the event last month in a stunning velvet red gown, after previously shedding an impressive four stone. Her performance wowed ITV bosses and the she has been tipped as the "favourite" to take Schofield's place beside Holly Willoughby to present Dancing On Ice.
Jane previously spoke on how her weight slowly crept up on her over the years due to a hectic work schedule, but has since reshaped her eating habits to drop from a size 12 to 14 to an eight. She also revealed her go-to foods that help keep her on track.
The 60 year-old said she has been able to keep the weight off by axing snacking on crisps and limiting her intake of "white carbs" such as bread, pasta and processed flower.
Jane likes to start her day with a green smoothie every other morning. She said: "I blend up a mixture of raw greens, flax seeds, chia seeds, spinach, kale, mint and a banana. It really is lovely."
Since 2017, Jane has presented her Channel 5 TV travel show Cruising with Jane McDonald, but while she's sailing and having the time of her life doing what she loves best, she admitted she puts weight on easily when she goes on cruise ships.
She said in 2019: "That is the first cruise I’ve put about eight pounds on. I ate my own body weight on that cruise. If I have a breakfast, I don’t have a lunch. If I have a lunch, I don’t eat breakfast.
"I don’t eat everything that I could eat on a cruise. I eat a lot of salads when I’m at home. But when I’m away, I’m away. I don’t want to be on a diet on a cruise because I want people to see what they can have."
But she learned valuable ways to lose weight and
The Only Way is Essex producer Lime Pictures has snapped up one of the highest-profile execs to have left Paramount Global’s UK unscripted arm following its closure.
Holly Willoughby is reportedly due to return to her regular post on Dancing On Ice.The 42 year old star co-presented the ITV skating competition with Phillip Schofield for 17 years before he was axed from the show last month. It was previously reported that Holly, 42, may be replaced in order to give the show a new revamp, however, an inside source denied that this was true.
Jane McDonald is said to be the "top choice" to replace Phillip Schofield on Dancing On Ice, after "blowing ITV bosses away" during her recent hosting gig at the British Soap Awards.The 60 year old former Loose Women star presented the awards after its previous host, Phillip Schofield, resigned from ITV after admitting to an affair with a younger male colleague whilst he presented This Morning. After weeks of rumours of a "feud" between him and his former co-presenter, Holly Willoughby, Phillip quit This Morning after 21 years, on May 20, before making the admission about the affair less than a week later.
Jane McDonald is reportedly the top choice to replace Phillip Schofield as co-host of Dancing On Ice. The singer, 60, is said to have blown ITV bosses away when she stood in for Phillip, 61, as presenter of the British Soap Awards earlier this month. According to The Mirror, Jane may now be joining Holly Willoughby on the skating show for the next series in January.
British Soap Awards host Jane McDonald has shared the simple secret to losing weight after she dropped four dress sizes. The 60 year old has admitted that she used to feast on sugary foods, and that led to her piling on the pounds. However, the Channel 5 star has said that she has simply changed her mindset and since 2016, she has gone down from a size 14 dress size to a size eight.
Jane McDonald has revealed the "secret" behind her weight loss after dropping three dress sizes. The singer and TV favourite, who recently dazzled viewers of the British Soap Awards, admitted she used to feast on sugary foods and wine but has recently simply changed her mindset.
It looks like Holly Willoughby is putting the recent This Morning drama behind her as she enjoyed a glass of rosé wine in her garden, after her former co-host Phillip Schofield lost his own wine brand deal. Taking to Instagram on Tuesday evening, Holly, 42, posted a snap of a bottle of chilled wine next to a glass in what appeared to be her own garden, as she enjoyed the soaring temperatures in the UK at the moment.
The British Soap Awards hit the headlines in the run up to this year’s show, with singer and national treasure Jane McDonald taking over hosting duties following the much-publicised departure of Phillip Schofield. Supportive cheers filled Manchester’s Lowry Theatre for Jane on the night, who had stepped in at only a few days’ notice and immediately made the show her own.
Fans of Dancing On Ice believe they've worked out who could replace Phillip Schofield as presenter of the iconic ITV show – and it's not who you might expect. Phillip gave up all his ITV work, including his roles presenting Dancing On Ice and This Morning after he admitted to an affair with a much younger male colleague.
Television presenter Jane McDonald has announced her next TV move, following her stint hosting the British Soap Awards this week.The 60 year old is joining the cast of Celebrity Gogglebox with her best friend Sue, she has confirmed on Twitter. On the social media platform singer Jane said: "I'm going to be appearing on Celebrity Gogglebox with my best friend Sue - it's going to be an absolute blast! We’ve shared some unforgettable moments over the years but I am really looking forward to spending time together on this wonderful show.
Gogglebox following a Twitter announcement. Taking to social media, the singer and TV host said: "I'm going to be appearing on Celebrity Gogglebox with my best friend Sue - it's going to be an absolute blast!"We've shared some unforgettable moments over the years but I am really looking forward to spending time together on this wonderful show. "The post was accompanied by a selection of photos of herself with her best friend on their travels.
EastEnders star Jessie Wallace, famed for her role as Kat Slater on the BBC soap, looked stunning as she attended the 2023 British Soap Awards in a gorgeous strapless black lace gown alongside her co-stars on Saturday night.
The hottest night in the British soap calendar hit our screens on Tuesday night, as the 2023 edition of The British Soap Awards once again returned to ITV. The star-studded event took place at The Lowry Theatre in Salford on Saturday evening, with some of the biggest names from EastEnders, Emmerdale, Hollyoaks, Coronation Street and Doctors all out in force as they hoped to scoop one of the awards on offer.
The Britsih Soap Awards brought a touch of glamour to a weeknight as fans of Coronation Street, Hollyoaks, Emmerdale, EastEnders and Doctors tuned in to see how the star-studded evening unfolded.
Coronation Street's Mollie Gallagher showed off her new fringe hair transformation as she stunned on the red carpet at the 2023 British Soap Awards on Saturday. The 25 year old star, who is best-known for playing Nina Lucas in the ITV soap, looked gorgeous as she showed off her new look, with her blonde hair backcombed behind the fringe. She opted for bold red lipstick and fluttering black lashes, which went perfectly with her statement jewellery.
Jane McDonald has stepped in for Phillip Schofield to host this years’ British Soap Awards, after the beleaguered daytime TV presenter was forced to pull out in the wake of revelations about a relationship he had with a younger colleague.The iconic singer and broadcaster, 68, is a fitting substitute and has plenty of experience on the small screen - and she's already said it's her "dream job". Jane first rose to fame in 1998, when she appeared on BBC series The Cruise, and has gone on to work on the likes of Loose Women and a couple of her own series, including Holidaying with Jane McDonald and Jane McDonald and Friends.
The stars of our favourite soaps are set to be celebrated as the British Soap Awards returns to screens. The casts of Hollyoaks, Doctors, Coronation Street, Emmerdale and EastEnders dressed up to the nines and headed to The Lowry theatre at Salford Quays on Saturday night for the glitzy awards bash.
Jane McDonald oozed glamour as she stepped in to host the British Soap Awards and proved she was more than ready for the role. The TV icon, 60, stepped in at the last minute to replace former This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield as host for the British Soap Awards 2023 after he stepped down from ITV. The lavish soiree on Saturday evening saw soap stars from Emmerdale, Coronation Street, EastEnders, Hollyoaks and Doctors glam up to celebrate the best and brightest talent from the past year.
Jane McDonald stepped in at the last minute to present the British Soap Awards 2023 on Saturday evening after the former host Philip Schofield resigned from ITV.
Jessie Wallace stood out from the crowd at The British Soap Awards 2023 on Saturday night in a black dress. The Eastenders actress, 51, opted for a simple cut lace gown, which gathered in ruffles and fell away from her shoulders with a plunging neckline. Jessie added a leather corset belt with white button detailing, which synched in at the waist, as she stepped out at The Lowry in Manchester.