Corrie Maria’s online abuser identity ‘exposed’ as fans work out exit twist for key star

Strictly's Giovanni Pernice, who clinched the Glitterball trophy last year for his performance with the show's first ever deaf contestant, Rose Ayling-Ellis, was devastated when he saw Ellie Simmonds, who has dwarfism, get the boot in week seven. Giovanni was axed very early on after his and Richie Anderson's performance in warthog and meerkat costumes from The Lion King seemed more like comedy than a dance contest to many - but he passionately defended Ellie.Taking to Instagram, he directly responded to Ellie's pro partner Nikita Kuzmin to make it clear how he felt."Way too early!!" he exclaimed, adding: "You guys were a dream to watch!! Both of you, be proud of what you have achieved."Watching Ellie's success was dear to Giovanni's heart as she won over the nation for weeks while Nikita transformed their routines to work for her - and the Italian pro has his own experience of dancing with someone living with a disability.His 2021 partner, Rose, who says she can sense the music via its vibrations, also chimed in on Instagram to praise and comfort Ellie after her exit."Absolutely love watching you both.

DIY SOS presenter Nick Knowles, 60, took to Twitter yesterday to speak out in defence of Mike Tindall, 44, after the rugby star has become the subject of speculation due to his stint on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! His comments come after reports claimed Mike is being investigated for potentially breaching the show's strict Covid-19 rules.Nick, who finished in sixth place in the 2018 series of I’m A Celeb, is a patron of the same charity as Mike.The star made it clear that the sportsman had his full support, and also encouraged his fans to back Mike, who is married to King Charles’ eldest niece, Zara Phillips, 41.Two days ago, he asked his 172,000 followers to vote for Mike amid ongoing speculation about the former rugby union player, after meeting while supporting Rugby For Heroes.The DIY SOS star wrote: "I’d really appreciate everyone who kindly supported me on ⁦ @imacelebrity to get behind ⁦ @miketindall13. “He is a patron with me of a veterans charity and helps many others. “He’s a top bloke and a really down to earth type,” he added firmly. “I can only say this as he’s away and can’t read it!" Nick quipped. Nick’s comments come as reports have surfaced about a probe into Mike’s behaviour on set, as the star apparently may have breached the show's strict Covid-19 rules.The star was photographed playing and joking around with a crew member, pretending to throw her off the pier in between shooting scenes for the ITV show.While the act seemed harmless enough, it has also been claimed that the I’m A Celeb cast and crew were told to remain at least two metres apart at all times while filming.Following his last tweet, Nick came out in support of Mike once again yesterday after one outlet claimed Prince William and

A young Lanarkshire apprentice has praised her time working with the Student Loans Company to highlight Scottish Careers Week.

Lorraine Kelly has slammed Matt Hancock's reason for appearing on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! as 'stupid' after he entered the jungle for the first time.

A mother and her son have been given a court order which forbids them from seeing one another for two years. The highly unusual command was put in place after police pushed for an injunction to keep the pair separate.

HELEN Flanagan's soap star pals have rallied to support her after her shock split from fiancé Scott Sinclair. The former Coronation Street star glammed up in a sexy red dress for the second time in a week as she graced the Pride of Britain Awards last night.

HELEN Flanagan has split from her footballer fiance Scott Sinclair after 13 years together. The former Coronation Street star removed her engagement ring last month. Helen, 32, and Bristol Rovers footballer Scott, 33, started dating in 2009 and have three children together.

Eastenders actress Zaraah Abrahams has given eagle eyed fans a sneak peek inside her stunning home on social media. The 35 year old star, who is best known for playing Chelsea Fox in the long running BBC soap, is typically known for keeping her personal and professional life closely under wraps. However this hasn’t stopped Zaraah from revealing a few details from her stunning home, as it appears in the background of her stylish outfit posts.

Coronation Street spoilers have confirmed the return of one of the cobbles' most formidable serial killers next week – John Stape. The ex-husband of Fiz Stape is set to make his return just in time for Halloween, as his daughter Hope once again touches base with her online 'friend' Mad Dog, whose identity has not yet been revealed.

Fans of Married At First Sight slammed Jordan Emmett-Connelly as "immature" after he and Chanita Stephenson revealed their break-up in the penultimate episode of the E4 show. It was revealed that the pair are no longer a couple despite renewing their vows, as Jordan told a heartbroken Chanita that he didn't want to continue with the relationship. After they came face to face on tonight's episode, Chanita became emotional as the pair discussed the breakdown of their relationship and calling Jordan out for the way he ended things.

EastEnders actress Zaraah Abrahams at the National Television Awards. The former Coronation Street star broke cover as he headed out to the gym on Sunday morning (October 16) to get his sweat on.Ryan, 38, took to his Instagram Stories after his workout and shared a snap of him posing with a pal at the gym.READ MORE: Coronation Street's Millie Gibson caught swearing as ITV soap co-star wins NTA gongThe Jason Grimshaw star looked sporty in a black cap, a neon green t-shirt, grey shorts and a pair of white Nike trainers.Later on, Ryan's TOWIE star fiancée Lucy Mecklenburgh revealed that she and Ryan went out for brunch after his gym session.The couple enjoyed a family outing at a London market with their two-year-old son Roman and their baby daughter Lilah.Ryan and Lucy seemed in high spirits as as they strolled side by side with their double pram and smiled together during their leisurely day out.Another sweet snap showed Lucy planting a kiss on Roman's head as he tucked into his meal.It comes after Ryan enjoyed a cosy reunion with his former Corrie co-star Zaraah Abrahams, who currently plays Chelsea Fox on EastEnders.The pair have been friends for years and were Cobbles co-stars as Zaraah used to play Joanna Jackson in the ITV soap between 2005 and 2007.Ryan and Zaraah were seen hugging at a NTAs after-party after the glitzy event in London on Thursday (October 13).The pair reportedly got on "like a house on fire" as they chatted at an after-party and later shared an affectionate cuddle.An onlooker told The Sun: "Ryan was inviting Zaraah to come to his house with her family.

Lucy Mecklenburgh has broken her silence after pictures emerged of her fiancé Ryan Thomas "cuddling EastEnders star Zaraah Abrahams." The former TOWIE star posted a few snaps of herself feeding her and Ryan's baby daughter Lilah Rae, to Instagram on Sunday morning. In the blurry image, Lucy, 31, could be seen smiling slightly with her eyes closed as her almost-five-month-old daughter fed at her breast.

STRICTLY Come Dancing couple Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington have revealed what the atmosphere backstage is really like. The pair have shut down rumours of a feud between professional dancers behind the scenes as fans speculated about the rift. Strictly professional dancers Kai, 27, and Nadiya, 33, hit back that the team of celebrities and pros remain incredibly close backstage.

Coronation Street actor Ryan Thomas was spotted in a cosy reunion with his former co-star Zaraah Abrahams. The ex-soap star, 38 played Jason Grimshaw on the ITV soap from 2000 to 2016 while Zarah, who currently stars in EastEnders, landed the role of Joanne Jackson in 2005 and played the character for two years.

DANNY Miller has hit back after making a "bizarre" public quip about Stephen Mulhern at the National Television Awards. Eagle-eyed fans spotted Stephen pull a face as the Emmerdale star made his 'joke' in front of millions during the ceremony.

Lucy Fallon has joked about herself looking younger than she really is as she prepares to welcome her first child. The former Coronation Street star headed out to do some shopping for some baby essentials after revealing last month that she's already five months pregnant.

Ryan Thomas has shared the supportive message he sent to his friend and former Coronation Street star Chris Fountain after he spoke out about suffering a mini stroke. The actor, who played Tommy Duckworth in the ITV soap, revealed he spent five days in a London hospital after waking up at home unable to speak properly in August.

Coronation Street fans believe they’ve spotted Shona actress Julia Goulding’s real-life baby bump as the star tries to hide her growing belly.The actress, who plays the wife of David Platt could be seen wearing a baggy light blue hoodie on tonight’s episode as she cleaned the kitchen and did housework.But despite the baggy clothing, viewers at home were not convinced, with many claiming her bump was very evident in the scenes.READ MORE: Coronation Street fans swoon as Harriet Bibby declares love for co-star after night out“Shona’s baby bump is quite obvious now and they are not hiding it very well. I wonder how they will write her out while she’s off having the baby? “ said one viewer.A second added: “Shona - worst hidden baby bump ever!”“Waiting for Shona to carry a washing basket or a tray next!” penned a third.A fourth chimed in: “Lmaoooo have #Corrie just totally given up hiding Shona’s bump??”Julia revealed she was pregnant with her second child in June 2022 as she appeared at the British Soap Awards.Discussing her pregnancy at the time, she told OK! Julia said the team at ITV have already got her old maternity clothes out from her first pregnancy.She said: “It’s been quite hard to keep it secret and they’ve dug out my maternity clothes from three years ago, so it’s all systems go again.”Julia and her husband Ben are already parents to their son, Franklin, who was born in November 2019.When Julia went on maternity leave with her first child, her Corrie character Shona was written out of the soap.On-screen Shona had been shot and ended up suffering a head injury.

CORONATION Street legend Sue Cleaver is set to star in this year’s I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here! Actress Sue, 59 – who is known to millions as feisty Eileen Grimshaw – agreed to take part after ITV bosses offered her a bumper pay packet. And I’m A Celebrity chiefs are said to be thrilled that the star, who has been on the cobbles since 2000, is joining the line-up in Australia.