Coronation Street star Jodie Prenger reveals hidden link to cobbles legend Elsie Tanner

Mr Gay World Foundation has sued former winner Louw Breytenbach, asking him and his publicist to “retract and apologise” for allegedly defamatory comments they made last year. South African human rights activist and TV presenter Breytenbach, was the winner of the Mr Gay World 2021 title, but resigned two months into his reign citing “value differences”. In a statement released to local media Breytenbach’s lawyer Quintin Steyn confirmed the legal action launched by the organisation.   A post shared by Louw Breytenbach (@louwbreytenbach02)Breytenbach told The Citizen that he had participated in the competition not for the title, but to use the platform to be a voice for the LGBTQI community. “There are real problems out there and we, as winners, need to get our hands dirty and work. My reason for resigning was never to tarnish the reputation of the organisation, but rather because of value differences,” Breytenbach said. Steyn revealed that he had submitted a supplementary affidavit on behalf of both Breytenbach and Prins.  A post shared by Louw Breytenbach (@louwbreytenbach02)Breytenbach had detailed his disagreements with the Foundation when he resigned as Mr Gay World in 2021, after refusing to sign a contract which said that the organisation would be his exclusive agent. Breytenbach at the time said that he already had an agent to manage his TV and acting gigs.

Heidi Klum is a proud mom. The mother of 4 will have to watch her eldest daughter Leni Olumi Klum leave the nest, but she’s excited about her future. In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Heidi gushed over how proud she is of Leni, who graduated highschool, and is moving to New York to attend college.

Lizzo has shared an epic new video for ‘2 Be Loved (Am I Ready)’, from her recent album ‘Special’.The clip, is the follow up to her 2017 video for ‘Truth Hurts‘, which sees her yet again don a white wedding dress.The video opens with Lizzo walking down the aisle, recreating the scene from the previous visual before she second-guesses the idea of marrying herself.Lizzo then ditches the ceremony altogether, to the surprise of the attendees and drives away in a red car.The single follows her last taster from the album ‘About Damn Time’.Lizzo recently shared an emotional post of herself reacting to a young fan dancing to her previous single.“You never think when you’re making music you have an effect on people or you have an impact on people’s lives,” the rapper said as she wiped away tears. “And it’s like, this is literally why I do it.”“I’m so grateful that people take my music and do good things with it,” she continued.

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at LargeHBO/HBO Max chief content officer Casey Bloys sent a memo to employees this afternoon, explaining the decision by Warner Bros. Discovery to layoff 70 employees, or 14% of his workforce, as the company restructures.

Carson Burton Season 2 of the cooking competition series “The Great American Recipe” is set to premiere in Summer 2023, PBS announced Monday. The programmer also announced that Silvia Martinez, a home cook from California, won the series’ first season.“The Great American Recipe” celebrates the multiculturalism that makes American food unique and iconic. The second season will once again give home cooks from around the country another opportunity to showcase their beloved signature dishes.

J. Kim Murphy Rakim Mayers, better known by his stage name A$AP Rocky, faces two counts of assault with a semiautomatic firearm with allegations of personally using a firearm. Los Angeles county District Attorney George Gascón announced that his office had filed charges against the rapper on Monday.“Discharging a gun in a public place is a serious offense that could have ended with tragic consequences not only for the person targeted but also for innocent bystanders visiting Hollywood,” Gascón said in a statement.

Prime Video‘s release of the highly anticipated prequel “The Rings of Power,” the 58-year-old billionaire assured concerned fans that he sees the project as more than solely a cash cow, as some people previously claimed he does.“Middle-earth is such a beloved world, and telling the story of the forging of the ‘Rings of Power’ is a privilege and a responsibility. I hope we do [author J.R.R.] Tolkien’s work justice,” he told Time magazine in an email. “It goes beyond making a commercially successful show.

Real Housewives of New Jersey's Teresa Giudice and her new husband Luis Ruelas were seen packing on the PDA at the beach as they enjoyed their honeymoon in Mykonos on Sunday afternoon, just a week after tying the knot.As the newlyweds shared a passionate smooch while gazing at the beautiful, crystal clear water with their feet in the white sand, the 50-year-old reality star showcased her incredibly toned figure in a baby blue string bikini.She accessorized her sexy swimsuit with a matching coverup and sunglasses, while her hunky spouse, 46, opted to coordinate outfits by rocking a pair of board shorts in the same hue.  Happy in love: Real Housewives of New Jersey 's Teresa Giudice and her new husband Luis Ruelas were seen packing on the PDA at the beach as they enjoyed their honeymoon in Mykonos on Sunday afternoon, just a week after tying the knotThe mother-of-four was the picture of relaxation as she frolicked on the beach holding hands with Ruelas, who couldn't keep his hands off his wife as he planted a sweet kiss on the side of her head. At one point, the TV personality was seen frolicking on shore as she flashed a cheerful smile at her man as her waist-length, wavy locks cascaded freely down her back.The duo's latest sighting comes after a source informs DailyMail.com that the lovebirds were spotted at Newark airport on Thursday catching a plane to Athens, Greece, following their nuptials.

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The celebration continues! Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez will be having a second wedding ceremony one month after tying the knot in Las Vegas, Us Weekly can confirm.

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Nadine Sierra is a 34-year-old acclaimed Latina soprano that has performed in the world’s top opera houses. Fourteen years ago, she made HERStory when she became the youngest singer to win the Metropolitan Opera’s vocal competition.The Florida native is considered a prodigy, and her love for opera began when she was 6 years old after seeing a VHS tape of “La Boheme,” as reported by NBC News.Sierra of Puerto Rican, Italian and Portuguese roots said her abuela was also why she became an opera singer. “My grandma, she had wanted to become an opera singer.

Emma Roberts was spotted shaking off the Monday blues and enjoying an afternoon out and about in Los Angeles in a colorful dress.The Scream Queens alumna, 31, was seen spending time on her own without her 19-month-old son Rhodes by her side.The talented actress welcomed her first child in January 2020, whom she shares with her ex, actor Garrett Hedlund. The couple separated at the beginning of this year in January but continue to co-parent.

Kristin Chenoweth gave a very NSFW answer while participating as a contestant on Celebrity Family Feud this weekend!

Coronation Street star Jamie Kenna has confirmed that he has officially left the show. The actor joined the ITV soap last year as Phill Whittaker. The character became Fiz Stape's night in shining armor after she was left devasted by her partner Tyrone Dobbs' secret affair with their lodger Alina Pop.

Coronation Street newcomer Jodie Prenger has revealed that her family has a hidden link to a cobbles icon.Theatre star Jodie, who won BBC reality TV show I'd Do Anything, is joining the ITV soap as Glenda Shuttleworth - the brother of undertaker George - this August.Speaking to exclusively to Daily Star and other press, Jodie revealed that long before she stepped onto the cobbles, her family had a connection to Elsie Tanner actress Pat Phoenix.READ NEXT: Corrie fans 'work out' Stephen's sinister plan as they predict horror twist for AudreyShe said: "My family all go back to Manchester in Mosside. "They used to have a laundrette and a cafe shop/grocery store, and my nan's brother used to deliver Pat Phoenix's groceries."My nan, she worshipped Elsie Tanner."Speaking about joining the soap, Jodie added: "When your family have loved something for so long, it genuinely is an honour to be part of an institution and a family.

The first member of George Shuttleworth's family is set to arrive on the cobbles of Coronation Street - and they won't be doing so quietly. The character, played by Tony Maudsley, made his debut on the famous street in 2020 and next week, fans of the ITV soap will be introduced to his sister Glenda.

Coronation Street's newest star Jodie Prenger has revealed why she 'scared people' when she discovered she had landed a role on the ITV soap. The theatre actress and singer, who shot to fame as the winner of BBC TV series I'd Do Anything, has fulfilled a life-long dream of appearing on the cobbles.

Jodie Prenger fulfilled her dream in 2008 when she won the West End role of Nancy in Oliver! via BBC talent show I’d Do Anything. But now, the 43-year-old is swapping the stage for the Coronation Street cobbles after landing the part of George Shuttleworth’s sassy sister Glenda, telling OK! this week: "The tears ran down my face when I walked into the Rovers!". Here, Jodie, who was born and raised in Blackpool, tells us about her colourful new character and what it felt like walking on set for the first time… Hi, Jodie! How did it feel get the Corrie call? I must have terrified about 30-odd people in Ikea! I was at the checkout and my agent called.

This week on Coronation Street, Debbie Webster - played by Sue Devaney - and Ryan Connor stage their fake robbery at the Bistro. Ryan - played by Ryan Prescott - fuses the electricity and uses the cover of darkness to empty the safe. Later, Leanne Battersby (Jane Danson) - is horrified to discover the money is gone.

Coronation Street newcomer Jodie Prenger embarrassed herself by curtsying when she met ‘‘soap royalty’’ William Roache for the first time.The winner of the TV talent series I’d Do Anything has landed her dream role on the Street as Glenda – the sassy sister of undertaker George Shuttleworth.READ NEXT: Coronation Street star Kimberly Hart-Simpson announces new role after quitting soapBut meeting the cast for the first time proved daunting, and the singer and actress explained: “I have just met Bill Roache and I don’t know what I did with my body but it was like half a curtsy and I went to do a shake.‘‘It just didn’t work out and I just made a bit of a weirdo of myself but he was so lovely.”Jodie reckons her signing to Corrie was written in the stars. She said: “My family are all from Manchester – Moss Side.