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Eamonn Holmes has revealed the last words Dame Deborah James said to him before she passed away as he gave tribute to the brave BBC podcaster. Deborah died on Tuesday 28 June at the age of 40 surrounded by family after battling stage four bowel cancer.The star opened up about her fight on social media as she received at-home hospice care in the last weeks of her life and amassed millions of fans with her honesty about suffering with the disease.

Love Island star Tyler Cruickshank has revealed some of the words that Islanders are banned from using in the ITV2 villa.On Tuesday (June 28), Tyler chatted exclusively to the Daily Star at the VIP launch of Karaoke Box in London.Talking about some of the things that viewers at home may not know about the show, Tyler revealed that there are a selection of words the contestants get "told off" for using.READ MORE: Love Island Tasha's head to turn but game plan will stop her, say ex-starsTyler, who starred in the 2021 series of the show, said: "When we were saying things in there we would get told off quite a lot because they weren't politically correct. Do you have a story about one of this year's Love Island stars? Contact us at staronlineshowbiz@reachplc.com"Like you can't say 'Chinese whispers' like, I get it but it's something that would slip out of your mouth.

Love Island stars Jess and Eve Gale revealed producers didn't allow them to speak to each other at certain times while on the ITV2 show. At the start of 2020, the 23-year-old bombshells entered the infamous villa during its sixth season for its first ever winter series.While Eve was dumped just six days into her Love Island journey, Jess made it to the final and finished in fourth place with partner Ched Uzor.

“Anyone who thinks this is an excuse for abuse is a pathetic tosser, and their response says far more about them than it does about me.” In an attempt to prove her case, the Channel 4 star shared an image of the AirPod hidden among a pile of pills to show how easy it was to mistake the earphone for one of her vitamin supplements. Alongside the snap she wrote: “See, not as daft as some might say.” @Truthines2010 commented: “I think a video showing one of these going down the hatch could put this matter to bed entirely.” Kirstie exclaimed in response: “Never again! Getting it back up was agony.“I’ve burst some little blood vessels around my eyes.” 

Bayern Munich have recieved another offer from Barcelona for Robert Lewandowski, with the Poland international desperate to join the Catalan club.Lewandowski may be contracted until 2023, but he made his stance clear at the end of last season, claiming "my story is over" is Bayern. But the Bundesliga giants are refusing to back down, and are adamant that Lewandowski is not for sale unless they receive at least £52million.

Love Island and things have been heating up in the villa after Tuesday night's (28 June) iconic heart race challenge.Contestants dressed up in raunchy outfits and had to get each other's heart rate racing.Following the challenge, some of the contestants were disappointed that they didn't get their other half as excited as they hoped for and went away to talk about it.READ MORE: Love Island's Ekin-Su in high demand as teaser trailer promises explosive recouplingAt the end of the episode, Paige admitted to Jacques she was annoyed by his heart rate being raised the most by Gemma, due to their romantic history.The pair dated for a year before they entered the Love Island villa, and called it quits during the summer of 2020.Despite Paige’s valid concern, Jacques did not react well to her comment.The rugby player dismissed her feelings on the matter, and told Paige that her reaction was “pathetic”.This has caused outrage on Twitter from Love Island viewers and many pointed out his behaviour was a “red flag”.One person said: "Why does Jacques have an attitude all the time? major red flag, why does he need to speak to women like that?"Another said: "Jacques calling Paige pathetic" and followed it with a series of red flag emojis.A third penned: "Why does Jacques feel like its acceptable to speak to Paige like that"A fourth tweeted: "Paige please escape Jacques omg the way he speaks to women I hate him" Fans also felt that Luca Bish showed similar "red flags" on the Tuesday night's episode after an explosive row between Gemma Owens and Ekin-Su.The row began when Dami Hope attempted to read Gemma's mind about her relationship with fishmonger Luca Bish, as he guessed her head could possibly be turned if someone came in that was

Lorraine Kelly was fighting back tears on air over Dame Deborah James, who has tragically died aged 40 following her battle with cancer.The ITV presenter was overcome with emotion as she paid a touching tribute to Deborah with a special edition of her Lorraine chat show on Wednesday (June 29).It was just minutes into her show when poor Lorraine started welling up to the point where she couldn't finish her sentence, so she apologised to her guests and the viewers at home.READ MORE: BBC's Deborah James dies aged 40 after 'goodbye' message following cancer battleLorraine was joined by Deborah's devastated friends Steve Bland and Helen Addis, the latter of whom was Deborah's producer.Introducing her guests, Lorraine began: "Joining me now is Deborah's great friends Steve Bland as well as her producer Helen Addis."But her voice broke with emotion as she went to ask Steve her first question, saying: "You worked alongside Deborah. Sorry, just saying that..."Her voice wavered as she went on: "Great to see both of you.

Meghan Markle's casual and candid shots recently released by Vogue magazine are far more sinister than they would appear, a royal expert has claimed.The Duchess of Sussex's latest photo showed the former working royal relaxing in casualwear and working away on a laptop, with attire far away from the usual royal garbs.But one expert has alleged that this new picture reveals a "big problem with her latest move" and has suggested that the recent shot looks "dangerously like a PR ploy."READ MORE: Kate Middleton's 'leading ritual' helps bring out William's 'happier fun side' - expertCriticism for Meghan comes after she shared a photo of herself reacting to the recent repeal of the Roe v.

Ukraine, a Russia State TV host has bizarrely suggested that the West are to blame in a pro-Putin rant on TV. In the latest significant attack on innocent Ukrainian people, Vladimir Putin’s forces dropped a bomb on a shopping centre with over 1000 people inside on June 27.It is still unclear how many people have been killed or injured by the devastating assault, with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky stressing: “It is impossible to even imagine the number of victims.” READ MORE: World War Three fears mount as NATO put 300,000 troops on high alert due to Putin Now, a pro-Putin TV host has doubled down on the incident, suggesting Russian troops had been targeting a vehicle plant nearby and warning NATO about provoking Russia further.“The Kyiv regime is showing bloody provocations to the entire world, and of course they are blaming us,” Margarita Simonyan grumbled.In the clip, translated and shared on Twitter by journalist Julia Davis, Simonyan went on to reference Bucha where horrific war crimes are alleged to have taken place despite Putin’s claims of his soldiers’ heroism.“The West is gladly spinning stories about manufactured carnage.

Theatrical, brilliant and instrumental. For two nights only, American family band Greta Van Fleet, known for their outrageous outfits and glitter makeup, took to O2 Apollo to tumultuous applause showcasing their outrageous talent.

Leigh Francis, AKA Celebrity Juice host Keith Lemon, has revealed that the show is being axed after 14 years on ITV2. Sharing a montage of clips over the years, Leigh, 49, wrote on Instagram to his 1.8 million followers: "Sad news… After 14 years, 26 series, roughly 300 eps @celebjuiceofficial is concluding later this year with two farewell specials. "Thank you so much to everyone who watched us, thank you so much to the best team captains that ever captained, thanks to all our guests over the years and to anyone who has ever been part of the brilliant juice team, oh and thanks to itv2 for letting us have the best and longest party ever! Much, much love.

After Dame Deborah James was told by doctors that she was in the final stages of her life, one of her final wishes was to die at her parents' bungalow in Woking.The podcaster passed away at age 40 on Tuesday, 28 June, after a well-documented journey with bowel cancer over the past five years, and explained why she moved out of her home in central London during her final appearance on her BBC Podcast, You Me and the Big C. “It's kind of where I've always wanted to die, weirdly," she said. "I've always had that in mind.

Hollyoaks stars Emmett J. Scanlan and Claire Cooper have revealed that they're having another baby.The couple, who starred as Brendan Brady and Jacqui McQueen on the hit soap, already share almost-two year old son Ocean-Torin Scanlan together. Sharing a snap of their son touching his mum's bump, Claire, 41, wrote: "Our family is growing," followed by a white heart and baby face emoji.

Deborah James sadly passed away on Tuesday 28 June at the age of 40 after her five year battle with bowel cancer.The journalist, who leaves behind her husband Sebastien and children Eloise, 12, and Hugo, 14, courageously fought through her diagnosis by bringing awareness and crushing taboos. Having raised over £6million with her bowel cancer fundraiser back in May, it's no surprise that the last photo Deborah took on her Instagram page was of her celebrating her In The Style clothing collection, which also raised over £1m for Cancer Research UK.

British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for luring young girls to massage rooms for disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein to molest.The 60-year-old looked straight ahead and showed no emotion as a judge in the Southern District of New York passed sentence in front of a packed public gallery. Her accusers came face to face with her on Tuesday as several women read victim impact statements to the court – describing her as a “manipulative, cruel and merciless person.” Maxwell, who was described as “dangerous” by the prosecution during her three-week trial last year, helped entice vulnerable teenagers to Epstein’s various properties for him to sexually abuse between 1994 and 2004.

Luca Bish has admitted he is ready to declare his love to Gemma Owen after the steamy heart rate challenge on Love Island. On Tuesday night, the Islanders had to give each other lap dances to try and raise their partners heart rates and for some it left emotions bubbling right to the surface too. All of the girls and guys got a bit hot under the collar after the raunchy display, but Luca got tongue tied enough that he began to wonder if he was in love with Gemma.The 19 year old danced for all the men in a black leotard and black stockings with a frilly ultra mini tutu and a whip.

Kensington Palace might have been built in 1605, but that's not to say it isn't also an extremely high-tech home fit to protect the Royal Family. The historical building is equipped with a multitude of security features in order to keep Prince William, Kate Middleton, both 40, and their three children George, eight, Charlotte, seven, and Louis, four away from harm.The Cambridges' home in particular, Apartment 1A, includes a panic room and a secret tunnel... so you can probably guess that the apartment is most likely quite a bit larger than your average flat.

Dame Deborah James' mum has shared a heart-breaking tribute to her late daughter who passed away aged 40 from bowel cancer.

Chris Pratt has insisted he has never been to Hillsong three years after Elliot Page accused him of attending an ‘infamously anti-LGBTQ+’ church. The Terminal List star, who actually no longer wants to be referred to by his first name, asserted that he has no connections to Hillsong as he shed light on his religious beliefs. ‘I never went to Hillsong,’ Pratt said.

Travis Barker has been taken to hospital in Los Angeles. The Blink-182 drummer has been admitted to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, according to a report byTMZ. The musician was accompanied by his wife, Kourtney Kardashian.

The return of the queen. Beyoncé is finally gearing up to release her seventh solo album — and it’s coming much sooner than you think.