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Martin Lewis says he won't be re-applying to become a member of the House of Lords after his application to become a crossbench peer was turned down last year. The Money Saving Expert founder believed he may have been rejected as he couldn’t commit the time required for the role.

Kelly Hoppen, who starred in BBC show Dragons’ Den, has shared her breast cancer diagnosis after eight years of avoiding mammograms.The 63-year-old interior designer, who only learned last month she was “out of the woods” after being given the all-clear, said she was compelled to share her story to urge other women to never miss a screening. Kelly said she could not believe her “own stupidity” after ignoring routine mammogram invitations for eight years. “It was a foolish thing to do, which is why I am writing this now," she wrote in a newspaper column.

Rachel Riley and Pasha Kovalev have revealed that the Ukrainian refugees they have taken into their home didn't know they were a famous couple when they arrived. The Countdown star, 37, and her Strictly star husband, 43, wanted to help Sasha Borysenko, her eight-year-old son Mykyta, mother Luba and her aunt Gayla amid the conflict with Russia.  Gayla arrived last June and recently the rest of her family joined her - and they all now use the nickname 'star' for Rachel after learning she is a celebrity.

the opening of Bad Cinderella at New York’s Imperial Theatre due to his son being hospitalised. The Broadway show is a retooled version of London West End’s Cinderella, which takes its name from a key song in the show and has new songs, leading lady and title. Nicholas Lloyd Webber scored the BBC One drama Love, Lies and Records and a theatrical and symphonic version of the novel The Little Prince in 2009 in a collaboration with James D Reid.

Former 'Dragon' Kelly Hoppen has revealed her breast cancer diagnosis after eight years of avoiding mammograms. The 63-year-old, who starred in BBC show Dragons’ Den, has said she was compelled to share her story after only learning last month she was "out of the woods".

She's voiced her dislike for this year's series of The Apprentice after taking part in the BBC One business competitiion in 2022, and Amy Anzel raised eyebrows as she launched a petition to replace Lord Alan Sugar at the helm. Amy, who was fired halfway through the process by the business magnate, is calling for the Amstrad founder to be switched for Dragons' Den star Steven Bartlett.

Media personality Amanda Holden has opened up about her relationship with ex-husband Les Dennis while discussing their age gap. The Britain’s Got Talent judge married comedian Les Dennis in 1995, but five years later endured a very public separation, after her affair with co-star Neil Morrisey.The five week long fling had begun whilst filming together on the set of the BBC film, Happy Birthday Shakespeare, but ultimately lead to the downfall of Amanda’s marriage. Although they briefly reconciled, they announced they had split for good in 2002.

Shirley Ballas has revealed she is hesitant about returning to Strictly Come Dancing following abuse from trolls. In an exclusive interview with The Mirror, the Strictly head judge, 62, revealed she was "struggling" with the outpouring of nasty messages she received during the most recent series of the BBC show. "Last year I was struggling.

Emmerdale and ITV I'm A Celebrity star, announced the news on Instagram on Sunday. The soap star wrote: "One more to adore. We can’t wait to meet you Baby Miller.

Former Manchester United striker and BBC Sport pundit Dion Dublin believes that Casemiro will still play a big role in the Reds' dressing room despite his current suspension.

ITV Coronation Street star - who is one of nine celebs heading into the jungle for I'm A Celebrity All Stars on ITV, which begins next month - posted a sweet clip on Instagram. "It will be a better day tomorrow Delilah, a better day, OK?" she said. She was stroking her daughter's hair as her little girl had her head in her mother's lap.

Viewers of the BBC's Big Night of Musicals shared the same complaint on social media as they pleaded: "Please tell me m I'm wrong!" Following a triumphant show in Manchester last year, the stars from a range of different musicals all came back together under the same roof for another spectacular night of entertainment.

Shirley Ballas has hinted that her future on Strictly Come Dancing is uncertain after she hit an 'all time low'. The 'Queen of Latin' has been a judge - and head judge no less - on the hit BBC One dance show since 2017 following the departure of Len Goodman.

Andrew Lloyd Webber's eldest son, Nicholas "Nick" Lloyd Webber, has died at the age of 43."I am shattered to have to announce that my beloved elder son Nick died a few hours ago in Basingstoke Hospital," Andrew, 75, said in a statement. "His whole family is gathered together and we are all totally bereft.

Naga Munchetty fans have begged the BBC Breakfast host to quit her 'filthy' habit after she shared a post-run selfie.

Charlotte Crosby sparked what could have been an interesting debate with her social media followers if they weren't quick to side with her partner Jake Ankers. The new mum was left asking 'how old is my child?' as she got into a conversation with her other half about their baby girl's age.

David Beckham's pal Rio Ferdinand claimed he has never seen her eat. The Spice Girls star hit the home gym on Saturday and shared a glimpse of her workout regime with fans. Posh Spice moved to post a couples’ workout with topless David.

Piers Morgan has praised a black cabbie who drove across London to return his lost phone at 2am. Former ITV Good Morning Britain star Piers has spoken out after losing his mobile. "Many thanks to @Gett_UK for tracking down the taxi containing my phone last night, and to Yasin the driver who brought it back from the other side of London at 2am," he wrote.

A BBC radio presenter has admitted she was upset after the show she was involved in for 19 years 'persuaded her not to say goodbye'.

Rose Ayling-Ellis has dazzled fans with her new look but her latest Instagram post was actually flooded with support after she revealed that she had suffered an infuriating incident. The former Strictly Come Dancing champion stepped out this week at film premiere and ditched her usual soft make-up looks for something more heavy and rock-inspired.

"something bad happened" to her as she issued a tearful update to fans. The Channel 4 Made in Chelsea star spoke out on her Instagram Story. Channel 4 Made In Chelsea star Louise has suffered PTSD ever since her traumatic birth.

Christine McGuinness has told fans she is 'struggling' as she gave an insight into how she is impacted by autism. The model has been flooded with praise in recent weeks following the release of her first solo documentary.

Paddy McGuinness was a picture of despondency this week, as the BBC indefinitely paused production on his motoring series Top Gear.The 49 year old dad-of-three has co-presented the show since 2019 alongside ex-cricketer Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff and Chris Harris, following the exit of previous stars Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May several years earlier, who collectively jumped ship to Amazon Prime Video for The Grand Tour. News of Top Gear's axe arrived on Thursday in light of 45 year old Freddie's life-threatening injury while working behind the wheel for the show. Back in December at Surrey's Dunsfold Aerodrome, he was involved in a horrific accident that saw him airlifted to hospital.

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A Good Person, which was released in cinemas today (March 24).Pugh confirmed her music would feature on the Zach Braff-directed film’s soundtrack back in January. Between 2013 and 2016, she had uploaded a string of acoustic covers of songs by artists such as Coldplay and The Lumineers to YouTube as Flossie Rose.

Leo Barraclough International Features Editor Documentary specialist Autlook Filmsales closed a raft of sales at a vibrant market during the Copenhagen documentary festival CPH:DOX. “Subject,” directed by Camilla Hall and Jennifer Tiexiera, got picked up by Sweden’s SVT, Denmark’s DR, Norway’s NRK, Norway’s VGTV, The Netherlands’ VPRO, Israel’s Yes Doc, and Madman for Australia and New Zealand. Dogwoof released the film early this month in the U.K. “Subject” is an examination of the relationship between nonfiction filmmakers and their subjects. It raises important ethical questions during a golden of age for documentaries, when docs are screened by millions of viewers. The film re-visits protagonists of some of the most viewed documentaries of today – “The Staircase,” “The Square,” “Hoop Dreams,” “The Wolfpack” and “Capturing the Friedmans.”

Craig Charles was hospitalised after he fell ill live on air.The DJ was in the middle of presenting his BBC 6 Music show on Wednesday (March 22) when he reportedly developed a number of concerning symptoms.Charles described on air today (March 24) how he suffered from “tingling” in his fingers, as well as a “pain” in the right shoulder which lanced up his neck and head. Despite concern from his production staff, Charles continued with the show and only went to the hospital following the end of his slot on 6 Music.“My hands couldn’t grip the pen and my fingers were tingling,” he told listeners (as per Mirror Online).

Craig Charles was rushed to hospital after falling ill live on air during his BBC Radio 6 music slot.

Naga Munchetty always entertains fans when she's presenting BBC Breakfast, and her sporty selfies always win the approval of her followers.On Friday, the presenter shared a photo after a fitness session, admitting that she "didn't want to" do her routine in the first place, but had powered through nonetheless. Naga looked absolutely stunning in her slinky black gym top, alongside a pair of earpods, so that she could listen to her tunes while out running.WATCH: Naga Munchetty shares inspirational postIn her caption, she shared "Didn't want to.

EXCLUSIVE: Brian Cox is back as Logan Roy on Sunday, and the Succession star is next getting a special on BritBox International.