'Absolute heroes' Piers Morgan pays tribute to journalist shot dead in Ukraine

The Apprentice, Lord Alan Sugar has also had his fair share of controversies.Lord Sugar rose to fame with his company Amstrad, which he sold his last remaining assets for an eye-watering £125million in 2007 - though he was also chairman and part-owner of Tottenham Hotspur from 1991 until 2001.He finally became a billionaire in 2015, with his fortune in 2021 estimated at £1.21bn - which makes him the 138th richest person in the UK.And such a public figure certainly can’t avoid his fair share of controversy.From a furious feud with Piers Morgan to wanting to ‘punch’ money expert Martin Lewis, Daily Star takes a look. Though ex-GMB host Piers Morgan is known for his countless fiery feuds with showbiz faces across the globe - most famously Duchess of Sussex Meghan Markle - but Piers accused Alan of beginning a “vicious public onslaught” against him.

Piers Morgan has taken another brutal swipe at Prince Harry - branding the Duke of Sussex a "little twerp" on Twitter.The former Good Morning Britain star, 56, slammed the duke following his claim that he suffered "substantial hurt, embarrassment and distress".The duke's complaint came after a Mail on Sunday report about one of his other court battles allegedly inspired a "feeding frenzy of of hostile comments" online.Piers responded to an article in The Telegraph reporting on the claims, and the bold broadcaster certainly didn't hold back in his opinion of the former senior royal.Taking aim at Harry in front of his 7.9million followers, Piers fumed at the prince for "bleating" while the war in Ukraine is happening.He wrote: "Is the little twerp ever not hurt and distressed? Imagine bleating like this when there’s a war raging?"Morgan's tweet divided opinion amongst his fellow Twitter users in the comments as some defended Harry and others didn't.One wrote: "I thought he said recently that he no longer looked at comments on social media."A second said: "Hurt feelings? The world isn't a playground.

Piers Morgan blasted Prince Harry and his wife Meghan Markle on social media today, claiming the couple are attempting to “smear the royal family”.The journalist went on to deny that the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge had received backlash from their Caribbean tour, insisting that they had instead been met with “great warmth and joy”.Piers, 56, sent out an angry tweet this afternoon in response to an article covering the couple's royal tour.The former Good Morning Britain presenter told his 7.9 million followers: “Actually, despite the best efforts of your beloved Sussexes to smear the Royal Family as a bunch of nasty racists, they’ve been received with great warmth and joy.”He also shared a link to the People article, which was captioned: “Prince William and Kate Middleton Under Pressure as They Face Backlash on Their First Caribbean Tour.”The cover of the magazine attached read: “Royal tour controversy: Facing protests, the couple must navigate a changing world.”Some of Piers’ followers appeared to agree with the journalist, while many others hit back at his take on the issue. Tan wrote: “The people don't make the rules. And the people seem to love them judging by videos and photos.They seem happy.”RookReyne commented: “They’re still trying, Piers.There’s a blatant coordinated smear campaign against Prince William and Catherine on social media.”Debra added: “It was great to see the crowds holding their hands out to shake William and Kates’ hands, they look like they’re having a great time and we should be so proud of them.” (sic)Rogirldnd commented: “I am hoping so! They are such a beautiful couple and balanced.

Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan announced his new TalkTV show Uncensored earlier this month, declaring that it will "cancel the cancel culture".

Piers Morgan has taken to Twitter to compare Joe Biden to America's previous president, Donald Trump.The former newspaper editor, 56, took a swipe at the Democratic president after it was reported that his approval rating has dropped to 40 per cent.In view of his 7.9 million followers, the outspoken journalist commented on the popularity of the American president.Piers wrote: "Biden as unpopular as Trump at same stage of presidency."So much for the unifying candidate..." (sic)Piers was responding to the news that Biden's approval rating had dropped to a "new low of 40 per cent" according to Reuters.Biden won the 2020 election and became the 46th president of the United States, ending four years of Trump's presidency.Following his remarks, Piers' followers took to the comments to weigh in on the statistics.@KimPhilpott wrote: "How is this possible. His administration has handled the current crisis very well.The world is impressed."However, @ObiRush replied: "The 'world' is not gonna vote in the midterm elections.

Piers Morgan fans are desperate to discover when he will star in another death row programme, after he was 'replaced' by his former Good Morning Britain co-star Susanna Reid.Susanna appeared on ITV documentary British Grandma on Death Row on Tuesday (March 22), meeting up with Linda Carty, who was found guilty of murdering a young mother 20 years ago. The only British woman on America's death row, Kittitian -American Linda was charged with kidnapping mum Joana Rodriguez and her newborn son, before Joana was found suffocated to death.

Piers Morgan, 56, has been left furious by a complaint from the Duke of Sussex regarding his press coverage.The former Good Morning Britain presenter has remarked that the "little twerp" needs to remember "there's a war raging" when he is "bleating" about his problems.Piers left his raging comment in response to the latest news story on the infamous Prince Harry.The Duke of Sussex has claimed he suffered "substantial hurt, embarrassment and distress" after a Mail on Sunday report about one of his other court cases.The repercussions of this, according to Harry's lawyers, inspired a "feeding frenzy of hostile comments" online.Piers quipped in view of his 7.9 million Twitter followers: "Is the little twerp ever not hurt and distressed?"Imagine bleating like this when there’s a war raging?"Many social media users offered their own opinions in the comments.CraigSJames said: "I thought he said recently that he no longer looked at comments on social media."Eyeswatchin added: "Separately they were harmless, but together they are insufferable."Funny how some couples just bring out the worst in eachother."Sarahjdj279 commented: "Hurt feelings? The world isn't a playground."He's been too sheltered for too long."However, not all social media users agreed with the outspoken Talk TV star.Richard905125 said: "You appeared to be 'hurt and distressed' when someone disagreed with you!"Craigypickle added: "Imagine bleating about someone bleating when there is a war going on."Dewster99 pointed out: "Didn't he actually serve during a war though?"Piers regularly launches attacks on the former royals Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, most recently regarding their new Spotify deal.Piers mocked the couple after Spotify released a

Good Morning Britain host Piers Morgan took to Twitter last night to defend Phil Mickelson, after the golfer apologised for a series of controversial statements he had made about Saudi Arabia.The journalist called out the “ongoing cancellation” of the athlete and even offered to play a round of golf with him.Piers, 56, tweeted out to his 7.9 million followers: “Golf’s ongoing cancellation of Phil Mickelson has now forced him out of the Masters. “You don’t have to agree with the things he said recently, for which he apologised, to think this is now turning into an unedifying sporting crucifixion. “I’ll play with you,” he added, tagging Phil in his post.Phil, 51, is set to miss The Masters for the first time in 28 years, after being removed from the list of competitors for next month's tournament.The golf star is currently taking a break from the sport following the fall-out from his comments about the PGA Tour and a potential Saudi-backed rival circuit.Phil announced towards the end of February he was taking a break from golf "to work on being the man I want to be".He also apologised for his "reckless" comments about a proposed Saudi-backed breakaway league.The controversy began last month when author Alan Shipnuck, who was writing an unauthorised biography on Phil, released excerpts from the book in which the golfer called the Saudis "scary", but said he was willing to look past their human rights records to gain leverage with the PGA Tour.Saudi Arabia's government has denied accusations of human rights abuses and Phil has apologised for his comments, claiming they were off the record.In the comments section of Piers’ tweet, people were split on the journalist's attitude towards the golf pro.Stephen Mills pointed out:

Harry Potter author JK Rowling and former GMB host Piers Morgan have both spoken out about the latest optical illusion on social media.

Piers Morgan has admitted that Prince Charles and Camilla were mortified after one of Camilla’s artworks ended up in his possession.The journalist met with Camilla Parker Bowles earlier this year and was told that she and Prince Charles were recently left “horrified”.Morgan shared the anecdote in his column and revealed that he had previously purchased one of her artworks at a charity auction.Camilla enjoys painting as a hobby and Piers reportedly owns the only piece of artwork she has ever sold.He recalled: "The Duchess of Cornwall is a keen amateur painter but has only ever sold one of her pictures, a watercolour of a large rhinoceros in the African bush which I bought at a charity auction in 2002 when I was editor of the Daily Mirror and stuck up in my office."In his Sun column, Piers said that Camilla brought up the subject to him upon arrival: “Hello Piers, how’s my rhino? I hope you’re still taking good care of it?”The 56-year-old presenter originally hung the painting in his office but admitted to Camilla that it now resides somewhere else: “I am, Ma’am.

Sky Sports broadcaster Chris Kamara, has given a health update after being diagnosed with a thyroid condition.The news comes after viewers raised concern for his welfare on Saturday when they noticed the football favourite was slurring his words. Chris, 64, was covering Shrewsbury Town's League One trip to Rotherham on Saturday afternoon when he first sparked fears amongst Sky viewers.His slurred speech caused many fans to tweet and ask him if he was okay. The much-loved broadcaster and former pro midfielder subsequently took to Twitter to tell his 1.8 million followers that he was suffering from a new health condition that impedes his ability to talk.He wrote: “Just wanted to let a few of you know who tweeted me today that I am ok ish. “Alongside my Thyroid problem I have developed Apraxia of Speech and have been working to get my speech back to normal. “Some days it can be a little slow and some days it’s normal. Hopefully I can beat this!”Apraxia of speech is a condition which makes talking difficult, with those afflicted finding it difficult to communicate their words clearly. The former Middlesbrough footballer was inundated with support in the comments section from followers and friends alike.  Dan Walker, 45, tweeted out in view of his 752,500 followers: “Stay strong Kammy.

Piers Morgan has hit out at Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta following Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's immense performance for Barcelona against Real Madrid on Sunday night.The Gabon international, who left the Gunners by mutual consent in January after falling out with Arteta, scored a brace and set up another as the Catalan club ripped their arch-rivals apart at the Bernabeu in what was one of the most one-sided El Clasico encounters for yearsMorgan - an avid Arsenal fan - took to Twitter in a rage, slamming Arteta's "absurd" decision to drive Aubameyang out of the club before tagging the Spaniard in a tweet after the striker's second goal of the night, asking him "are you watching?""Another brilliant goal by ⁦@Auba - this time in El Clasico," Morgan tweeted during the first-half. "He’s been the world’s most lethal goal machine since joining Barcelona… and with every goal he scores, he makes Arteta look more absurd for giving him away.Later he wrote: "UPDATE: Aubameyang scores again in El Clasico.

Good Morning Britain guest host Rob Rinder has weighed in on Piers Morgan's exit from the hit ITV news show, branding it "lucrative".Speaking exclusively to Express.co.uk, the Judge Rinder star, 43, candidly discussed the Uncensored TalkTV show host's new presenting role, as well as his own role as brand ambassador for Fletchers Solicitors and Patient Claim Line.When asked how he landed the presenting stint alongside his close friend Susanna Reid, the star shared his thoughts on Piers' exit.Rob said: "Obviously, once Piers moved to pastures new and more lucrative they looked around and thought that I might be a good person to sit next to Susanna."And what greater joy could there be, then to discover that they were entirely right."Rob and several other famous faces including Richard Madeley and Adil Ray joined the GMB panel in March 2021 following Piers' exit.However, when asked whether he had any worries about filling the former newspaper editor's shoes, the barrister insisted that he didn't."Not really, I mean, lots of people have opinions on Piers, but people who actually know him will tell you," Rob said before cutting himself off.He continued: "The reason he continues to survive in this business that's full of sharks is because he's - there's a lovely Yiddish word - he's a Mensch."He's the type of friend and person that you absolutely want in your corner," Rob added.The term is defined as "a person of integrity and honour".The legal expert went on: "You will really struggle privately to find somebody who's got anything unkind to say about Piers, who really knows him."It says a great deal, actually, you know, he says it and calls it like he says it," he added.Speaking about his presenting responsibilities on GMB, Rob

Piers Morgan has branded Boris Johnson "shameless" following his comparison of the Ukrainian people's fight against Russia's invasion of their country, to British people voting for Brexit.The host of the upcoming TalkTV show Uncensored, 56, didn't hesitate to slam the PM, 57, for the "shameful" remarks he made in a speech to Tory party members.In view of his 7.9 million Twitter followers, the former Life Stories star fired back at the remarks.Piers simply wrote: "Shameless & shameful."The TV personality was responding to a clip of the Conservative MP speaking at the Tory party conference in Blackpool.Sharing a brief clip from Sky News, Piers made his thoughts on the matter clear.In the video, the PM compared the Ukrainian people's fight against Putin's invasion of their country, to British citizens deciding whether to remain part of the European Union.Boris said: "And I know that it's the instinct of the people of this country, like the people of Ukraine, to choose freedom every time."I can give you a couple of famous recent examples."When the British people voted for Brexit in such large numbers I don't believe it was because they were remotely hostile to foreigners."It's because they wanted to be free," the clip ended.Piers' remarks come a day after his former GMB co-star Susanna Reid fumed at comments made by Jacob Rees-Mogg over the Partygate scandal.Speaking at a fringe meeting at the Tory spring conference, the Conservative MP for North East Somerset, 52, dismissed the Partygate scandal as "disproportionate fluff", sparking outrage on social media.In the clip, the MP spoke about how "there are serious things to be discussed", before claiming that "trivial" Partygate detracted from the seriousness of other

Piers Morgan has taken yet another swipe at Meghan Markle and Prince Harry on social media.The former Good Morning Britain star, 56, took to Twitter on Friday (March 18) after Spotify released a statement about misinformation.Piers' comments also came amid the announcement that Harry and Meghan's Archewell podcast is set to debut on the hit streaming platform in the summer.In January, the formerly royal couple urged Spotify to make changes to prevent "serious harms" resulting from Covid misinformation.At the time, the world's leading podcast - The Joe Rogan Experience - received backlash from artists like Neil Young who fumed the podcaster was spreading Covid misinformation and boycotted the service.However, Harry and Meghan's production company Archewell has said it's satisfied that Spotify is "adequately addressing the problem of misinformation on its platform".Piers seemed to call Meghan a "liar" as he reacted to a tweet from CNN's chief media correspondent Brian Selter, who shared a story from Variety magazine.The tweet read: "Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Archewell production company says it’s satisfied that Spotify is adequately addressing misinformation on its platform — and announced that a podcast featuring Markle will hit the audio-streaming platform this summer..."Blasting the couple's update in front of his 7.9million followers, Piers penned: "So a proven liar is now satisfied nobody else is lying? Beyond parody.", adding a series of laughing emojis.Harry and Meghan's Spotify deal was reportedly born out of a £13.69million deal, but the couple have only produced one episode so far which was released in December 2020.Harry and Meghan's podcasts aim to "build community through shared experience, narratives

Piers Morgan has divided fans with a fresh attack on Meghan Markle. The former ITV Good Morning Britain star turned Talk TV star has spoken out on Twitter. 56 year old Piers took aim over the announcement Meghan's Spotify podcast was a step closer to being released.

SHARON Osbourne has today joined TalkTV and will front a new prime time show as she links up with her pal Piers Morgan. The television legend, 69, will host The Talk, her daring new current affairs panel show.

Sharon Osbourne is set to make a big return to TV alongside her old pal Piers Morgan.Following her exit from CBS' The Talk, the showbiz icon will now join Piers at TalkTV for her own current affairs show.It will also be called The Talk and will air for an hour each night every week.Every episode will see Sharon, 69, joined by five "opinionated famous faces" (presumably Piers will get a call-up) to discuss the latest news. Sharon said: "I’m excited to be working with News UK, the panel and my good friend Piers."Watch this space for some exciting and lively debates from us all."News UK Chief Executive Rebekah Brooks said: "Sharon has built a unique and hugely successful media career, combining strong views and opinion with a lot of warmth and fun."Her unbounding energy will make her show compelling viewing and we are delighted to give her a new home at TalkTV."TalkTV is set to launch later this year with Sharon's new show, as well has Piers' new venture Uncensored.It would seem that Sharon is taking a leaf from the former Good Morning Britain star's book, as The Talk is said to feature "outspoken views" and "honest straight-talking debate".Sharon left her CBS show last year following an on-screen row with co-host Sheryl Underwood, with the entire production now paused.

Sharon Osbourne is set to make her television comeback after her controversial departure as a panelist from CBS show The Talk. Last year, the former X Factor judge backed her friend Piers Morgan following his comments about Meghan Markle. Sharon was called out by her co-host Sheryl Underwood, who accused her of giving "validation" to "racist" views.The on-air argument ended with Sharon departing the show.

Piers Morgan, who last week gave more details about his new 60-minute show for Rupert Murdoch’s Talk TV, revealed Thursday that his former American’s Got Talent co-host Sharon Osbourne is also joining the fledgling network.

Piers Morgan has taken to Twitter to once again slam Meghan Markle following the news that her Archewell podcast is set to hit the streaming platform this summer.The host of upcoming talk show Uncensored, 56, fumed over the verdict which was ruled after Meghan and Prince Harry urged Spotify to tackle the problem of Covid misinformation on its platform earlier this year.Reacting to the verdict, Piers told his 7.9 million followers exactly what he thought of the result.Alongside three laughing emojis, the star wrote: "So a proven liar is now satisfied nobody else is lying? Beyond parody."The outspoken TV personality responded to a tweet from CNN's chief media correspondent Brian Selter who quoted a story from Variety magazine.The tweet read: "Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Archewell production company says it’s satisfied that Spotify is adequately addressing misinformation on its platform — and announced that a podcast featuring Markle will hit the audio-streaming platform this summer..."Earlier this year, Harry and Meghan's Archewell production company released a statement expressing concerns over Spotify's decision to host The Joe Rogan Experience podcast.The statement came following a row which saw the podcaster accused of spreading misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccine.However, the comedian refuted the accusation, arguing instead that he promotes free speech.In a statement, Archewell encouraged Spotify to "ensure changes to its platform are made to help address this public health crisis" but despite this, noted how the couple are "committed to continuing" their work with the platform.Mr Rogan has attracted controversy for suggesting the young and healthy should not get vaccinated and opt for unapproved treatments