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Billie Shepherd has become the latest celebrity to launch a spring fashion line as she teams up with George at Asda to debut her latest collection.The former The Only Way is Essex star has released the range under her maiden name, Billie Faiers, and it includes just about everything you could need to upgrade your wardrobe ready for spring. The hero piece of the entire range is a three piece pinstripe suit that includes the Oatmeal Pinstripe Co Ord Blazer, £40 here, the matching waistcoat, £20 here, and a pair of Pinstripe Pleat Front Co Ord Trousers, £26 here.The set comes in a light neutral beige and white stripe colourway, with tortoiseshell-style button fastenings and flattering tailoring, making it a must-have this season.

Olly Murs has opened up about the emotional way his late friend Caroline Flack, who tragically passed away in 2020, continues to have a presence in his life.The singer and TV star revealed that Caroline often appears in his dreams, offering him comfort.The singer, 39, who recently welcomed his first child with his wife Amelia Tank, presented The X Factor alongside Caroline in 2015 and was close friends with the host, said: "I would love to talk to Caroline again. She was a huge part of my life and career. Special person, special friend." "We had an interesting relationship, but it was great.

BBC's The Apprentice harbours plenty of off-screen secrets - one being that multiple endings are filmed to keep the winner a surprise! As viewers await tonight's grand finale, where Phil Turner and Rachel Woolford will battle it out for Lord Sugar's hefty £250,000 investment, the suspense also hangs heavily for the finalists. Despite the show being all pre-prepared and recorded, Phil revealed through an Instagram Q&A session with fans that even they are left in the dark until the very end. According to him, "The only person who knows who has won is Lord Sugar.

The Only Way is Essex star Amber Turner recently shared a snap on Instagram looking stunning in a bright green bikini and white knit midi skirt whilst on holiday in Bali, and her beachy look has got us dreaming of summer holidays.The chance to don a swimsuit and hit the pool might not quite round the corner for most of us at the moment, but there’s one part of her outfit we can definitely include in our everyday outfits – her sunglasses. Amber has been spotted in several snaps and videos recently wearing a pair of gold oval sunnies from Celine, but if you’re not willing to splurge on the £440 price tag, we’ve found the perfect alternative – Free People’s Little Secret Round Sunglasses, £24 here.

Rylan Clark has shown the damage to his garden caused after a recent storm battered the sprawling garden of his Essex mansion.The former X Factor star, 35, took to his Instagram stories on Tuesday to show the extent of the damage following the extreme weather.The MET Office had issued a warning that winds of up to 55mph were sweeping across part of the UK. Rylan revealed he was one of the unlucky ones affected by the gusts, as a tree fell into the grounds of his lavish mansion.The TV presenter shared an image of the tree laying on the ground of his garden after narrowly avoiding his home.

Holly Willoughby's upcoming Netflix survival show is set to be the perfect platform for Jesy Nelson's TV return.The former Little Mix star is reportedly in talks to join the adventure series after her hiatus from the spotlight. Having enjoyed some time travelling, Jesy might now be ready to channel her inner explorer on a professional level. She's said to be considering a spot on Bear Hunt, the new show by Holly and the legendary Bear Grylls.

He is better known as one of the famous faces from The Only Way is Essex, spending four years on our screens as part of the reality tv hit. But Ricky Rayment has revealed that he has now ventured into a new career - and it’s the best decision he’s ever made. “Fishing is my business and my passion,” revealed the 33 year old, speaking out as part of an exclusive joint interview and photo shoot with his Coronation Street actress partner Katie McGlynn.

They are six months into their relationship and are clearly thrilled to have found each other but Katie McGlynn insists she isn’t thinking about wedding bells just yet. The former Coronation Street actress, who played Sinead Tinker on the soap for seven years, admitted she and TOWIE star Ricky Rayment ‘just clicked’ when they met while both working on a cruise ship.

They are a couple with so much in common it feels almost inevitable they would find each other and fall in love. Yet it took the intervention of Fate - and a sunshine cruise - to finally bring Katie McGlynn and Ricky Rayment together. Now, in their first joint photo shoot and interview, the pair have shared the inside story of their deepening relationship.

Love Island's Anton Danyluk has thrown shade at his ex Georgia Harrison, revealing the true reason behind their break up. Recently, it was announced that the couple had called it quits after leaving the Love Island All Stars villa.Their split was initially attributed to the long-distance nature of their relationship, with Anton based in Scotland and Georgia residing in Essex, however, Anton's recent Instagram post suggests there might be more to the story. On his Instagram, Anton shared a quote implying that distance wasn't the real issue.The quote read: "If someone truly loves you, distance is not a problem.

George Gilbey's grieving family and friends have been attempting to raise funds for the Gogglebox star's funeral after his tragic death. So far, only half of the £5,000 goal to give George a fitting send-off has been raised.The reality TV favourite was involved in a tragic accident at the end of March 2024, falling from a warehouse roof in Essex at the age of 40, leaving behind his young daughter whom he welcomed with Gemma Conway in 2016.

Sophie Hinchliffe, aka Mrs Hinch, is said to be worth millions after becoming an Internet sensation with her cleaning hacks on Instagram, where she now boasts 4.8million followers. But it wasn't alway so, as the 34 year old mum-of-two took to Instagram to share a number of throwback snaps of her life over the past decade, with her followers requesting photos from certain dates.

Katie Price has dropped a massive hint that she and her current partner are secretly engaged. The 45 year old is currently loved up with partner JJ Slater, who shot to fame while on the UK version of Married at First Sight. Since they first confirmed their relationship in February, the pair's romance has been going from strength to strength.

TOWIE's Lauren Goodger has discussed a tattoo she had of ex-boyfriend Mark Wright's name in an intimate area, as she said she thought it was 'cute'. The 37 year old is back on our screens in the latest series of The Only Way is Essex, alongside fellow show alum, Amy Childs, 33. During an episode that aired on Sunday, April 7, Amy and Lauren sat down for a chat as beautician Amy recalled giving Lauren spray tans back in the day.

Gemma Collins is looking much further afield than her local Essex wedding dress boutiques to find inspiration for her own gown.The 43-year-old former TOWIE star is currently planning her wedding to new fiancé Rami Hawash, and in an exclusive chat with OK!, reveals she's taking her inspo from a combination of glamorous A-listers. Gemma and her businessman fiancé got engaged on a New Year trip to the Maldives, where Rami surprised her with a romantic beachfront proposal and a "huge" ring.

With sunnier days on the horizon and our favourite denim shorts calling our name, it’s time to start thinking about prepping our skin for summer. A winter spent bundled up usually means our limbs will be looking a little worse for wear, and now is the perfect time to tackle dryness and, of course, how pale we’re looking.

Love Island star Francesca Allen appeared to confirm her fiancé Ed Crossan's tattoo of her name is real after fans were convinced it was an April Fools' joke.The 28-year-old shared a clip of Ed getting a cupid tattoo on his leg alongside her name. She wrote: "What would you do!? Possibly one of the craziest surprises I’ve ever had in my life what a huge gesture of love mi amore. still can’t believe this went down." But after she posted the video on Monday 1 April, many followers assumed it was an April Fool's prank.

Just days after Gogglebox star George Gilbey sadly fell to his death in a workplace accident, his friends have rallied around his grieving mother in the hopes of raising enough money to pay for his funeral. Dad of one George, 40 sadly fell to his death on Wednesday morning while he was working on a warehouse roof in Shoebury, Essex.

Stephanie Pratt, who starred alongside George Gilbey in Celebrity Big Brother 2014, has shared her heartbreak over his sudden death.The Gogglebox star tragically died earlier this month after falling from a height while working, according to a police statement. Stephanie, who is known for appearing on reality shows Made In Chelsea and The Hills, took to social media to express her shock and sadness, sharing a carousel of pictures with George. She wrote: "I just now heard the devastating news of George Gilbey's passing.

Downton Abbey's Lady Mary, played by Michelle Dockery, is all set to surprise her fans with a tough new look in the creator of Peaky Blinders' latest series. As Lady Mary, she was the picture of elegance, but now, nine years after Downton Abbey finished, she's coming back to our screens as Estella Quinn, a much more rough-around-the-edges character, in This Town. Estella has a hard life; she's been kicked out of Birmingham by the IRA and her husband who uses guns.

One of the stars of hit ITV reality show My Mum, Your Dad has had an unexpected trip to hospital - and their co-star, dad - was there for support. Poor Zachary Davidson, 21 , was seen on snaps on social media in a hospital bed wearing a gown and with a tube in his mouth, after his dad Elliott, 53, a P.

Gogglebox star Linda McGarry is going through a whirlwind of emotions after the sudden passing of her only child, 40 year old George Gilbey. Family friend and Geordie Shore star Ricci Guarnaccio, who announced George's death on Wednesday, revealed that Linda has been flooded with messages of sympathy. He also shared how she wants her late son to be remembered.

Gogglebox fans were left shocked by the untimely and tragic passing of former cast member George Gilbey. On Wednesday, 27 March 2024, Essex Police responded to an accident "in which a man who was working at height had fallen and sustained an injury." Police later confirmed that a man in his 40s had been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter.

Georgia Harrison and her shamed ex Stephen Bear were both seen arriving to Chelmsford Crown Court on Thursday (28 March) for another hearing, which saw Celebrity Big Brother star Stephen being ordered to pay £27,500 to Georgia for making money off a sex tape he illegally shared of them to OnlyFans. Standing outside the court, Love Island contestant Georgia made a powerful statement to the press, where she blasted Stephen's 'awful' crimes and shared the importance that justice is served, both financially and on conviction.

Police have arrested a man in his 40s in relation to the death of Gogglebox star George Gilbey, who died earlier this week.The TV star died aged 40 following a reported accident at his workplace on Wednesday, 28 March. A man has now been arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter in relation to George's death, with the Essex police launching an investigation alongside the Health and Safety Executive.

Gogglebox has paid an emotional tribute to former star George Gilbey, who has tragically died age 40. George, his mum Linda and step-dad Pete had proved popular with viewers when they joined the second series of the Channel 4 show.They then left the show in 2014 when Pete signed up to appear in that year's Celebrity Big Brother, before later rejoining in 2016. George then left for a second time in 2018, with Linda and Pete leaving two years later in 2020.The news of George's tragic death broke yesterday (27 March) when it was reported that he had been involved in a workplace accident.

George Gilbey, star of shows such as Gogglebox and Celebrity Big Brother, has tragically died at the young age of 40. Ricci Guarnaccio, a former star from Geordie Shore, was one of the first celebrity pals to pay homage to him. He shared a series of pictures with the memento: "Breaks my [heart] but @georgegilbey you are well and truly going to be missed my friend." "Always lit up the room, cared for others and the memories we made I'll cherish for ever brother.

Just days before his tragic death, TV star George Gilbey posted a picture of himself smiling to the camera on social media. It was announced that he passed away today (March 27) at just 40 years old and fans have been left devastated. George - who was best known for his appearances on Gogglebox and Celebrity Big Brother - died after an alleged accident in the workplace.

Fool Me Once star Michelle Keegan has admitted that she gets upset about people asking about when she might start a family with her husband, Mark Wright - just because she's a woman. Michelle and former TOWIE star Mark, both 36, have been husband and wife for nearly eight years, and they're both 36 years old. But Michelle, she maintains, is the one who always gets asked about when they will have kids.

Michelle Keegan is one of the most glamorous TV stars in the UK, known for her flawless good looks and impeccable fashion sense. But some fans of the 36 year old Fool Me Once star might be surprised to know that 14 years ago, she appeared on Jeremy Kyle as her Coronation Street character, barmaid Tina McIntyre.The 34-year-old actress played Tina on the cobbles from 2008 until she was killed off in a grisly storyline in 2014. And in March 2010, soap fans got to see their favourite characters outside of their usual tea time slot when Coronation Street on The Jeremy Kyle Show aired to commemorate the 1000th episode of the since axed chat show.