Carol Vorderman in tears as she opens up about her brother Anton

2022 Academy of Country Music Awards saw the likes of Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton picking up coveted trophies, and performances from Dolly Parton, Kelsea Ballerini and Kelly Clarkson.MORE: Kelly Clarkson stuns in bodycon dress during Dolly Parton tribute at ACM AwardsThe ceremony took place on Monday 7 March at Las Vegas' Allegiant Stadium, and viewers enjoyed "wall-to-wall" music during the two-hour show, which streamed coast to coast instead of tape-delayed on Amazon Prime in the US, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK.WATCH: Dolly Parton kicks off 2022 ACM AwardsCountry music legend Dolly Parton helmed the ceremony and was joined by co-hosts Gabby Barrett and Jimmie Allen but HELLO! was behind the scenes and below are several fun moments from your favorite stars...MORE: Carrie Underwood wows in leg-lengthening micro shorts at ACM AwardsCountry stars including Tenille Townes spoke to HELLO! and many of them shared that Dolly Parton was their dream collaborator."I really do feel so inspired that Dolly Parton is in the house, anything around her would be a dream come true," Tenille told us, when asked who she would love to perform with, dead or alive.

Drake is ready for a change after he put his enormous mansion in Hidden Hills, California, on the market.The 35-year-old hitmaker is selling his home for a whopping $14.8 million, but interested buyers can shell out even more for two neighboring properties, TMZ reported on Monday.He's moving on after it was reported earlier this month that he had purchased another mansion in Beverly Hills for and eye-popping $50 million from Robbie Williams. Moving on: Drake is selling his 'YOLO' mansion in Hidden Hills, California, for $14.8 million, TMZ reported on Monday.

The Oscar nominees all gathered in Los Angeles for the annual Academy Awards Luncheon, though one notable nominee was not present, Nicole Kidman.The 54-year-old actress is nominated for Best Actress for her performance as Lucille Ball in Amazon's Being the Ricardos.While the other nominees gather in Los Angeles, Kidman remains home in Nashville, recovering from a torn hamstring while filming her new Amazon series Expats, via Variety. Recovering:The Oscar nominees all gathered in Los Angeles for the annual Academy Awards Luncheon, though one notable nominee was not present, Nicole Kidman Torn:While the other nominees gather in Los Angeles, Kidman remains home in Nashville, recovering from a torn hamstring while filming her new Amazon series Expats, via VarietyKidman was filming Expats in Los Angeles when a pre-existing injury flared up and she tore her hamstring once again.The actress is back home in Los Angeles, under doctor's orders, recovering from the injury.

Morgan Wallen won big at the Academy of Country Music Awards Monday night. The 28-year-old singer took home the Album of the Year Award for, one year after his major controversy.Wallen, who was nominated for four ACM awards Monday, was banned from the academy's 2021 show after he was caught on camera using a racial slur.

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Carrie Underwood has paid tribute to the "wonderful" Miranda Lambert as the singer finally wins Entertainer of the Year at the 2022 ACM Awards.SEE: All the show-stopping looks from the 2022 ACM AwardsMiranda had been nominated several times over an almost two-decade career, but this was her first win; she was unable to be at the ceremony in person as she was performing in London. Backstage with the press, however, Carrie praised Miranda and shared how the win was "long overdue".WATCH: Carrie Underwood 'couldn't be more proud of sister' Miranda Lambert "It is always wonderful because there are so many incredibly talented women in this genre, and Miranda is long overdue for winning this award so I couldn't be more proud of her as a sister in this genre of music and in this industry," Carrie said."There were a lot incredible females on stage tonight and I look forward to more of that happening."READ: Why the ACM Awards has left some music fans venting their frustrationMORE: Inside ACM Awards nominees' jaw-dropping homes: Carrie Underwood, Jimmie Allen, Miranda Lambert + moreMiranda was named the 2022 Entertainer of the Year award - a first for the singer and the Academy's highest honor.Miranda was in London and unable to be at the stadium and in her acceptance speech for Entertainer of the Year, she said: "I cannot believe I am not there to celebrate, it is the first time I have missed this in 17 years and so my heart is broken." Carrie shared her praise after winning Single of the Year"I have been waiting for this a long time and I never thought it would happen," she added."Thank you to the country music family for embracing me and supporting me, and also, this one goes out to the singer-songwriter girls out there putting

A Melbourne Magistrate’s court on Tuesday dismissed the case against a senior Victorian police officer, who was charged with sharing photos and details of former AFL coach Danielle Laidley’s arrest. Trigger Warning: This story has details of transphobic conduct and transphobic slurs, which might be distressing to some readers. For 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention call Lifeline on 13 11 14. For Australia-wide LGBTQI peer support call QLife on 1800 184 527 or webchat.Detective Leading Senior Constable Murray Gentner (43) was one of the three police officers charged, after photos of Laidley’s arrest in May 2020, including mugshots, were widely shared on social media and by media organisations. The officers were charged with unauthorised access of police information, unauthorised disclosure of police information without reasonable excuse and misconduct in public office.

Carol Vorderman has told how she "really admires" former BBC Breakfast presenter Louise Minchin for leaving the popular news show.Speaking on her show on BBC Radio Wales, the Welsh native praised her friend for leaving the Breakfast show this week, branding Louise's early mornings "shattering".Speaking to her co-host Nathan Sussex, the mathematics whizz revealed that she had nothing but admiration for her friend for leaving the show.Carol said: "So wonderful Louise Minchin decided after many, many years that she's going to leave BBC Breakfast."She lives up in Chester way so she's almost in Wales, the other side of the border admittedly but nevertheless I'm sure she ventures into Wales because it's hard not to when you live in Chester."The

Carol Vorderman has taken to Instagram to reveal that she's enjoying soaking up the last of the summer sun.

showbiz gossip straight to your inbox with the Daily Star's FREE newsletterCarol Vorderman, 60, has been flaunting her ageless beauty on her Instagram all throughout the summer season as she's been showing off her paddle boarding skills.

Carol Vorderman has shared a new bikini photo from what seems to be a mini break in Wales. She took to Instagram with the snap and captioned it: "The last days of sunshine perhaps? Awww I’ve loved this summer… One of the best ever." She also hashtagged it with #HappyScruff, #HappyDays, #Wales, #ExploreWales and #bikini, and credited her sunglasses to Taylor Morris. Since posting it, Countdown star Carol has been inundated with compliments from her fans in the comments section (200 at the time of writing, and rising!).

Carol Vorderman, has taken to Instagram to post a hilarious throwback clip of herself on the show, claiming that she had been "set up" by the game show's crew.The mathematician, 60, is best known for her 26 year-stint hosting the Channel 4 programme from 1982 to 2008 and in a recent Instagram post, said that she "loved every single day" of the quarter of a century she spent fronting the show, before jokingly branding her team "little monkeys" for the "set up".In view of her 155,000 followers, the star posted the hilarious throwback clip.Wearing a smart black blazer and matching trousers, a youthful looking Carol was seen placing letters onto the board.With her chestnut brown hair reaching just past her shoulders, while donning an

showbiz gossip straight to your inbox with the Daily Star's FREE newsletterTV legend Carol Vorderman, 60, has wowed fans with her latest snap that shows off her stunning figure.Taking to Twitter and Instagram to show off her new leggings, Carol posed up a storm as she snapped away in a full length mirror.Posing with her body turned to the side, her hourglass figure was on full display as she smiled for the camera.The 60-year-old former Countdown icon wore khaki green leggings that showed off her famous curves to the camera.

Carol Vorderman has wowed fans with a series of stunning looks over the last few months, and as the weather starts to turn colder, she clearly has no intention of stopping.The presenter took to Instagram on Sunday, where she showed off her gym-honed figure in a new pair of skintight leggings with a back pocket detail, which she wore below a figure-hugging black top.SEE: Carol Vorderman divides fans as she soaks up the sun in plunging black bikiniThe 60-year-old posed in the outfit for a mirror selfie that she shared to Instagram, which she captioned: "Happy scruff in her new @firmabs_ leggings because they just about look like cargo pants.... just chilling.

CAROL Vorderman revealed her incredible curves in skintight leggings on Instagram today. The 60-year-old fitness fanatic drove fans wild with another sexy snap as she posed in the mirror at home.

Carol Vorderman, 60, took to Instagram today to discuss with her followers the struggles her brother, Anton, has been through, due to cleft lip and palate.The Countdown legend told his story to her 154,000 followers.In the video, posted this morning, Carol was seen getting emotional as she candidly discussed the work of her sibling.She said: "My brother was born in the 1950s with a severe cleft lip and palate and over the course of his life had 24 operations."My brother used to stay in and we were very poor, and he was always kind yet suffered a lot of abuse because of the way he looked."He grew and still is one of the kindest and most generous, most loving, funny, successful people I know."Carol then discusses why she was telling his

Carol Vorderman admitted her actions "looked awful".

CAROL Vorderman, 60, showed off her famous bum in skintight leggings. The ex-Countdown star revealed her age-defying beauty in the flawless shot on Instagram.

Carol Vorderman took to social media this morning to share a selfie with her fans, before heading out for a walk.The Countdown legend could be seen showcasing her incredible figure in a tight white top and leggings, as she snapped a photo in the mirror."Helloooo,"(sic) she simply captioned the picture, in view of her 152,000 Instagram followers.In the shot, the 60-year-old presenter wore her hair in beachy waves and enhanced her good looks with elegant make-up.The mum-of-two highlighted her slim waist by tucking her top into her trousers.She then headed out for a walk in the "eerie and mysterious" weather, which was in stark contrast to yesterday's sunshine."Hello beautiful peeps," Carol said in a video upload that followed shortly

showbiz gossip straight to your inbox with the Daily Star's FREE newsletterCarol Vorderman has stunned her fans with her toned physique and ageless figure as she stripped down to her bikini.Taking to Instagram to post a snap of her plunging display, Carol glowed as she bathed beneath the sun in Wales.She captioned the post: "Soooooo hot here today......don't you if I've ever told you tho....it NEVER rains in Wales.

Carol Vorderman has spent the start of the week soaking up the summer sun - and on Tuesday shared a series of striking photos with her fans.The 60-year-old posted three snapshots on social media showing her enjoying the heat in a black bikini and a wide-brimmed summer hat.MORE: Carol Vorderman details 'the most incredible' day with son Cameron WATCH: Carol Vorderman dons a bikini to tackle a home DIY project"Sooooooo hot here today… don't know if I've ever told you tho… it NEVER rains in Wales! Hope you're having an ace week wherever you are xx."READ: Carol Vorderman turns heads in cowgirl-inspired outfitMORE: Carol Vorderman's Welsh home is a paradise retreatHer fans were quick to respond to the post - although not everyone was in