Billie and Sam Faiers heartbroken as grandad dies weeks after Nanny Wendy

Franz Ferdinand’s Alex Kapranos has paid tribute to the “open and welcoming” people of Kyiv in a new Instagram post.It comes after Ukraine severed diplomatic ties with Russia and declared martial law after Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered an attack on the neighbouring nation yesterday (February 24).Writing on Instagram, Kapranos paid tribute to Ukraine sharing a picture of the time he and his band visited Kyiv.He wrote: “This is Kyiv when we visited less than three and a half years ago. I loved this city which had a sense of optimism in amongst the deep history. The people were welcoming, open and comfortable in their identity.

A Place in the Sun since she started late last year.The presenter has spoken exclusively to Express.co.uk about the moment she found out she got the "life changing role".After Leah's final interview there was a month-long wait to find out if she was successful in getting the role.Speaking to Express.co.uk, she said: "It was an anxious month-long wait for the decision, it was Easter as well and that added a week on."My heart was beating, I had so much anxiety, honestly!"And then out of nowhere I got the call from the head and I started crying, I was in the middle of the street actually.She continued: "I had my granny trolley with me and I was just about to go to my food shop and I had just come out of the dentist and I saw this call and I thought, do I answer it or do I wait till later?"As I know if it’s bad news I might cry and if it’s good news I will definitely cry."I was like, I can’t wait, I'm just going to call him back."Then I was told and I spent about two weeks in tears because it was a sigh of relief first and foremost because of everything I have been through with my mental health."Leah has been very vocal about her battle with bipolar disorder and is an ambassador for Bipolar UK.She uses her presenting platform and social media pages to normalise the conversation and to end the stigma around mental illness.Leah has admitted she has tried to commit suicide in the past as a result of her mental illness but is really happy she held on.She said: "I have been suicidal in the past and you know, on a couple of occasions have tried to take my own life unfortunately."But presenting is something I know I am good at and I have worked hard at."It makes me happy and I don’t do it for fame and fortune."She continued: "I

Victoria Beckham has left fans delighted by hinting she may be set to make a return to the Spice Girls, according to reports.The fashion designer wife of footballer David Beckham, 47, has fuelled rumours that she's getting ready to finally make a comeback as Posh Spice, just in time for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee concert later this year.It has been claimed that the mother-of-four has just signed documents which confirm she is still an active part of Spice Girls Ltd.A source has claimed the fashion mogul had a chance to "resign" from the company, but instead chose to remain an "active" member of the popular band.They claimed to The Sun: "If she wanted to quit the band and had no wish to perform again then she’d have resigned as a director last week."She’d still obviously get her cut of record sales but wouldn’t be involved in any decision-making like going on tour or performing.“Victoria signing the confirmation papers as a director for another year shows she’s still an active member of The Spice Girls," they added.Express.co.uk has contacted a representative for Victoria for comment.The Platinum Jubilee in June celebrates the monarch's 70 years on the throne with a four-day bank holiday weekend.The event scheduled in honour of Queen Elizabeth II promises to "bring together some of the world's biggest entertainment stars to celebrate the most significant and joyous moments from the Queen’s seven-decade reign”.George Ezra has been confirmed as the first act for the event.Victoria famously opted out of the Spice Girls reunion tour in 2019.The fashion designer cited work commitments as the reason she skipped the shows.However, the mother of daughter Harper and sons Brooklyn, Cruz, and Romeo told how it wasn't a decision

North Lanarkshire councillors have given the go-ahead for three more new homes to be built near Cleland.

A Lanarkshire doctor is on trial accused of more than 80 sex offences against women and girls.

Is there anything more glamorous than awards season? With the Oscars just around the corner, our favourite A-listers are currently preparing to get red carpet ready – and it’s not as simple as just finding the right dress. For a handful of nights a year, celebrities everywhere enlist the help of the industry’s top hairstylists, makeup artists, manicurists and skin specialists, all to get camera-ready.

Holly Willoughby has reacted to the Russia-Ukraine crisis, admitting she’s struggling to answer her young children’s questions. Taking to Instagram, the This Morning presenter, 41, who recently launched her brand Wylde Moon's first fragrance, posted a picture of troops in a tank after Russia launched an invasion of Ukraine.

Chloe Ferry showed off her huge new dragon inking and shared her regrets at previous tattoos. The Geordie Shore star gave her fans a glimpse of her massive new tattoo that covers all the side of her thigh and will also cover half of her bum cheek. Videoing herself on the treatment table, wearing just a peach-coloured crop top and a thong, the reality star talked through the latest piece of artwork to her 3.7 million followers.

TOWIE stars Tommy Mallet and Georgia Kousoulou have gotten engaged.The couple have been together for eight years and share baby son Brody together, finally deciding to make things official during a sun-soaked trip to Mexico.The adorable couple shared the same stunning images of their romantic moment, as 29 year old Tommy joked he finally "got the job done" after nearly a decade with his love. "Now stop asking me when I'm gonna do it," the reality TV star added cheekily.

Naman Ramachandran The Russian Grand Prix has become the latest big ticket sporting event to be canceled in Russia, after the UEFA Champion’s League Final, in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.On Friday, Formula One, the sport’s governing body, revealed that the Russian Grand Prix, due to be held in Sochi on Sept. 25, has been cancelled following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, after a meeting on Thursday.

“Euphoria” star Chloe Cherry spoke candidly about how she’s handling her newfound fame in an interview with Variety.

I can't stand my millennial boss who makes us meditate in meetings'Chris Williamson: How about saying to the boss it doesn’t work, it adds nothing to productivity and is using up time and money as a solution, as opposed to diving inCaroline Watson: Ask if it’s a contractual requirement and to see that in writing. If it isn’t, you don’t have to do it.

HEARTBROKEN sisters Sam and Billie Faiers have paid tribute to their granddad Mick following his death. The much-loved grandfather died yesterday following a long battle with cancer.

Sam and Billie Faiers have paid emotional tributes to their late grandfather Mick, who sadly died this week.The Mummy Diaries stars, who lost their grandmother Nanny Wendy just six weeks prior, took to their Instagram feeds to share pictures of themselves with Mick, celebrating his life. Sam first posted a snap of herself giving her grandfather a kiss on the cheek before posting a clips of him singing Frank Sinatra's That's Life.The 30 year old also posted a sweet snap of herself and sister Billie hugging Mick as the trio smiled for the camera.

SAM and Billie Faiers' granddad Mick has died just six weeks after they lost their Nanny Wendy. The former Towie stars are said to be "devastated" by the news their granddad passed away on Wednesday after a long battle with cancer.  "The girls have been grieving the loss of their nan and now that their grandad has passed away in such short space of time, the girls are absolutely heartbroken and devastated," a source told the Daily Mail.

The Mummy Diaries stars Sam and Billie Faiers have been left heartbroken as their grandfather Mick has died. According to MailOnline, the 30 year old and her 31 year old sister's grandad passed away on Wednesday after a battle with cancer.

The next episode of Sam and Billie Faiers: The Mummy Diaries airs on Wednesday evening. In the latest instalment, Sam Faiers makes a shocking revelation about her future family plans after admitting she’s feeling broody.

Sam Faiers threw her kids the best surprise sleepover on Friday and she shared the impressive set up on her Instagram.The 30 year old showed her 2.5 million followers the total treat she’d laid on for little Paul, five, and Rosie, three, with teepees and a wildlife theme bringing the sleepover to life.The two teepees sat next to each other, with a Zebra toy attached to one and a giraffe on the other. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

Sam Faiers and her partner Paul Knightley have decided enough is enough as they want to get three-year-old Rosie a “big girl bed” so that they can sleep in the same bed again. While Sam, 30, has been co-sleeping in their room with their kids Paul, five, and Rosie, three, her partner Paul, 31, has been sleeping in the spare room for five years.The reality star revealed her thoughts on wanting to stop co-sleeping with their children in a clip on tonight’s episode of Mummy Diaries where fans saw Sam speaking to Rosie on the floor.

Sam Faiers, her husband Paul Knightley and their two children, Paul and Rosie, moved from Hertfordshire to Surrey in April 2020 into a house worth £2.25million, which the couple are reportedly paying £7,000 per month to rent.It boasts five bedrooms, each of which comes with their own en-suite bathroom, and Mummy Diaries star Sam has shared several photos from inside since living there. Take a look…MORE: Inside Sam Faiers' stunning former house in Hertfordshire The huge kitchen is designed with minimalist white cupboards with grey frames, and grey tiled flooring.

Sam Faiers has shared a perfect Mother’s Day present with her fans, with lovely pyjamas that came with a matching pair for her daughter Rosie. Sharing a video in the silky nightwear, Sam said: “Look how gorgeous these leopard print pyjamas are.