Denise Welch, 64, shows off ageless figure in daring swimsuit on lavish Greece holiday

Line of Duty's Anna Maxwell Martin teased a potential spin-off but joked she would "have to see about the money."Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby welcomed the actress on today's episode (June 20) of This Morning to speak about her experience on the show, Who Do You Think You Are?, but the topic quickly turned to the the BBC drama.The Motherland star, 45, played the villainous DCS Patricia Carmichael in the hit series, but proved she couldn't be further from her character as she enjoyed plenty of laughs with Phil, 60, and Holly, 41.Speaking about the character, Phil said: "TV's best new villain was DCS Patricia Carmichael and she's already a nasty piece of work, I want a series on her."Anna joked: "Can you say that right down the lens to Jed Mercurio or the BBC commissioner."Addressing the Line of Duty showrunner, Phil looked at the camera and said: "Jed Mercurio, we want a spin-off series with Patricia Carmichael.""DCS 'tart with a heart'," Anna chimed. "There's lots of loose ends, there's got to be something?," Holly speculated.

Stacey Solomon has taken to social media to share her lavish Father's Day celebration with fiancé Joe Swash and her own dad. The mum-of-four, who shares two kids with former EastEnders star Joe, went all out for the occasion on Sunday (June 19) - which started with a family breakfast.As well as Stacey's dad David, the couple were also joined by their son Rex, baby daughter Rose and Joe's eldest son Harry. The group firstly sat down for breakfast as the Loose Women star, 32, carefully decorated the dining table with place mats and faux eucalyptus stems.

Jodie Prenger will be joining the Coronation Street cast. The West End star is fulfilling a lifelong dream by taking on the role, saying: "I know I sound like a soppy sod, but it's been on my bucket list to be in Coronation Street since I was little."It's an honour, it truly is a very special moment in my life.

Love Island fans were convinced they saw Gemma "spying" on Luca and Danica as they enjoyed a date. Bombshell Danica Taylor, 21, arrived in the villa on Friday night (June 17) and proved she wasn't there to mess around as she chose to couple up with Luca Bish, despite his vying affections for Gemma Owen.In last night's episode (June 19), Danica got a text informing she was set to go on a date with the fishmonger, 23.As the pair sat on the beach and enjoyed a drink, eagle-eyed viewers noticed it wasn't just the two islanders present on the date, as someone else appeared in the background. Want all the last villa gossip straight to your inbox? Sign up for our daily Love Island newsletter HERE "Did anyone else see someone swimming in the sea in the background," one intrigued user asked.Another penned: "I'm ascending at that man swimming in the background.""Yall saw the person swimming behind them too right," wrote another user.Viewers of the hit ITV2 dating show began speculating that the swimmer in the sea was none other than Gemma, 19, who was there to keep an eye on Luca. Do you have a story about one of this year's Love Island stars? Contact us at staronlineshowbiz@reachplc.com Alongside a snap of Danica and Luca on their date, one user wrote: "Gemma in the bushes spying on the date like."Another speculated: "The people swimming in the background.

Loose Women star Denise Welch has shut down viewers who ask her to be "quiet".On Monday's show (June 20), Denise was joined by co-stars Ruth Langford, 62, Katie Piper, 38, and Jane Moore, 60, where they spoke about filling awkward silences in conversations. .After sharing her opinion on the topic, Denise, 64, opened up about the trolling she experiences when people tell her she talks too much.

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Loose Women star Denise Welch is currently soaking up the sun on a romantic Greek holiday with husband Lincoln Townley.MORE: Loose Women's Denise Welch inundated with support after revealing 'bittersweet' birthdayThe 64-year-old was whisked away by her spouse as a surprise for her birthday on 22 May and has since been keeping fans updated with a series of holiday snaps on Instagram.WATCH: Loose Women's Kaye Adams and Denise Welch clash during furious debate on showFor her latest post, Denise posed up a storm wearing nothing but a bright orange bikini and white wedge sandals.READ: Loose Women's Denise Welch addresses on-set feud rumoursMORE: Inside Denise Welch's £1m home which was dramatically set on fire by stalkerShe also made a surprising confession in the caption. "Never been in a hot tub since 2012.

Loose Women star Denise Welch, 64, showed off her ageless beauty after posing in a revealing bright orange bikini during a luxury getaway.The TV star sparked a frenzy amongst fans as she stripped down to her skimpy swimwear during a sun-soaked trip to Greece.The bright orange bikini complimented Denise's glowing skin and slim figure and showed off her ample assets in a low-cut bikini top.She glammed up the look with a bright red lip and a matching manicure. Denise, who has been keeping her fans updated on her holiday antics as she enjoys a romantic break with husband Lincoln Townley, 64, can be seen posing infront of a hot tub.She captioned the post: “Never been in a hot tub since 2012.

Meghan Markle’s ongoing rift with her father Thomas Markle on Twitter today.The Loose Women star said it is “healthier” sometimes for daughters to “stay away” from their fathers, if they are mentally unsettled by them.Denise typed: “No daughter ever born stays away from their father, sick or not, unless it is healthier for them mentally to stay away. “No one commenting has any idea what goes on in anyones family unless they’re actually part of it.The End.”Earlier this month the Duchess of Sussex's father had been admitted to hospital after suffering a stroke.He was rushed to hospital early on Tuesday morning.Karl Larsen, who has a YouTube channel with Mr Markle, confirmed the news to the PA news agency.Last month Mr Markle, 77, said he was planning to fly to the UK in June for the Queen's Platinum Jubilee in the hope of seeing his estranged daughter and the grandchildren he has never met, Archie and Lilibet.He told GB News he had a right to meet his grandchildren, adding: "I would like to meet with Prince Charles and thank him for walking my daughter down the aisle, and also to meet and talk with him because I think we have a lot in common now. We've pretty much both been ghosted by our children."Mr Markle also criticised Harry and Meghan for not bringing Archie and Lilibet with them when they visited the Queen this month before their appearance at the Invictus Games in the Netherlands."Not bringing the children was like another slap in the face to the Queen," he said."It was very rude and the wrong thing to do.

Actress and presenter Denise Welch has shared snaps of herself in a plunging swimsuit as she tells fans she “celebrates curves, lumps, bumps and saggy boobs”. The Loose Women star, 64, took to her Instagram to share the stunning shot with her 363k followers. Former Coronation Street actress Denise posed in a black and white spotted plunging swimsuit that had a cut out section at her midriff.

DENISE Welch looked incredible as she stripped off to her swimsuit on holiday for a post brimming with body positivity. The 63-year-old said was celebrating “saggy boobs and cellulite” as her fans rushed to praise her.

Loose Women star could not help but smile as she enjoyed the sunshine by the pool.She took to Instagram earlier today to upload a new photo modelling a fabulous black and white cut out swimsuit.Denise, who had been basking in the sunshine, paired the swimsuit with some white heeled sandals and a bold red lip.In the caption, the actress reflected upon her past eating habits and alcohol addiction.She stressed that now she is happy eating her favourite foods and “celebrates” her body.Denise wrote: “Good morning!! Celebrating 9 yrs this week as ambassador for @lighterlife.“I learnt the mental tools to address my emotional eating which was in danger of replacing my alcohol addiction.“I use the flexifasting plan and eat normally the rest of the time.”The TV star continued: “I enjoy all my favourite foods but I no longer let food and crooked thinking control me.“I’m a healthy size 12/14 and that’s fine by me.“I celebrate my curves, my lumps, bumps, saggy boobs and cellulite because my 64 yr old body has served me well despite the reverse not always being true.

Loose Women’s Denise Welch has showcased her curves in a new Instagram post as she discussed her journey with emotional eating.As Denise enjoyed a well-deserved holiday, she took a moment to reflect on her past eating habits and celebrated a nine-year partnership with weight loss service Lighter Life.The actress stood in front of a white walled patio, surrounded by lush green foliage and a cream tiled floor.She posed with one hand on her hip and another balanced on the side of a bright blue swimming pool as she soaked up the sun wearing a daring one-piece.The 64-year-old looked incredible in the tiny black swimsuit, which featured a white spotty pattern, thin shoulder straps and a cut-out section at her midriff.The mother-of-two looked bronzed and sun-kissed as she shot a cheeky smile at the camera.She accessorised with a silver watch, white strappy sandals and slicked her short blonde hair back.Denise wrote in the caption: “Good morning! Celebrating nine years this week as an ambassador for Lighter Life. I learnt the mental tools to address my emotional eating, which was in danger of replacing my alcohol addiction.”She then touched upon her past eating habits, as she said: “I use the flexi-fasting plan and eat normally the rest of the time.

Denise Welch looked absolutely sensational in a colourful swimsuit as she was whisked away on an idyllic holiday to Greece by her husband, Lincoln Townley.Taking to her Instagram platform on Thursday morning, the Loose Women star oozed body confidence as she posed with her hands on her hips while clad in a neon pink snakeskin print swimsuit.The 64 year old, who recently celebrated ten years of sobriety, added an eye-catching bright orange cover-up that complimented her bronzed frame. Denise added to her glamorous look with bright red lipstick as she posed away in a pair of open-toe strappy white heels.

Loose Women star Denise Welch has hit back at a critical viewer who slammed her 'expensive' segment on the ITV show.During an episode this week, people got to see the 64-year-old in sunny LA as she gave an insight into some plush Hollywood homesHowever, it seems that some were left less than impressed as they demanded to know "who footed the bill" for the luxury stint.The Geordie actress, who is a regular panellist on the ITV show, recently spent some time in the States to visit her godparents.Whilst she was there, Denise also got to enjoy an impromptu reunion with actor Reece Noi, who played one of her troubled students called Earl Kelly in the BBC show Waterloo Road.During her trip, the actress also got to meet The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Kyle Richards' daughters Farrah and Alexia.Although it was all fun and games for the star, she was also in the States to do a job for Loose Women which was revealed this week.A segment on the show sees the panellists take on jobs that they would be doing if they weren't on the ITV show.We've seen Ruth Langford as an air stewardess, Linda Robson became a cleaner in a hotel and Jane Moore join the West End cast of Mamma Mia.It was recently Denise's turn to fulfil her "dream job" as viewers got to see her become a real estate agent in LA.However, one Twitter user – whose username featured the word "sunshine" – was far from impressed, writing: "Can I ask who footed the bill to fly Denise to LA to walk around posh gaffs chatting tripe?"What a waste of money and as for this is what they would do if they weren’t on Loose Women, well correct me if I’m wrong but Ruth and Jane are journalists, Linda and Denise are actresses."The reaction didn't go unnoticed by Denise who hit back

Denise Welch celebrated his 64th birthday on 22 May – but it was a day of mixed emotions.MORE: Loose Women's Denise Welch faces further heartbreak: detailsTaking to Instagram this week, the Loose Women star thanked fans for their wellwishes as she explained the reason the occasion is particularly poignant. WATCH: Denise Welch finally reunites with her dad"Thank you so so much for your birthday messages," Denise wrote.

A few of Denise’s followers appeared tickled by the tweet and rushed to the comments section to agree with her. Mike asked: “Why are people like this? Glad you're happy.”Kevin Bell simply left a string of laughing emojis by way of comment. Rakina and Kevin Wadey wrote: “Wait you're not allowed to talk about your husband now? The pair announced they were engaged in 2012 and proceeded to wed in Portugal the following year.The former Waterloo Road star was previously married to actor David Easter from 1983 until their divorce in 1988.She then went on to meet Tim Healy while they were working together for Newcastle's Live Theatre Company, marrying him in 1988 and later separating from him some time before 2012.The pair have two children: The 1975’s Matthew Timothy, 33, and Louis Vincent, 21.Loose Women airs weekdays on ITV from 12.30pm.

Denise Welch has hit out at the swirl of news stories surrounding the monkeypox virus, as she dubbed the excessive reports as “scaremongering” on Loose Women.During Tuesday’s (May 24) instalment of the popular ITV daytime show, the 64-year-old joined Judi Love, Kelle Bryan and Ruth Langsford on the show as she discussed the recent coverage of the ongoing outbreak of monkeypox.The Hollyoaks star shared her thoughts on the latest reports which state many patients who have contracted the virus are required to isolate for three weeks.The monkeypox is a rare virus which causes a rash all over the body in addition to a fever, headaches, muscle aches, swollen lymph nodes, and exhaustion.Although the virus was discovered decades ago, the sudden spread of cases has caused alarm nationwide due to its wide geographic spread in recent months.But the mum-of-two has informed viewers that she isn’t going to worry about it as she accused media outlets of “generating fear” online.She explained: “I don’t think that it will surprise many people to know what my views are of the already scaremongering. And believe you me, I do know the difference between reporting news and scaremongering.“But there are certain words that are already being used which are used to generate fear.

Loose Women star Denise Welch has slammed her steamy onscreen kiss with Coronation Street's Michael Le Vell.The panellist, 64, appeared on Monday's episode of the ITV lunchtime series alongside Ruth Langsford, Judi Love and Kéllé Bryan when a resurfaced clip of her kissing the Kevin Webster actor was played.Pulling a pained expression as a clip of the steamy snog aired, Judi could be heard laughing as Ruth tried to joke with her co-star.Ruth said: "That was a good old snogeroo, wasn't it?"In an unexpected twist, Denise replied: "Actually it wasn't, if truth be told. And I'll tell you [why]."As Judi continued to laugh, a stunned Ruth replied: "Ooh, that's a story for another day."Denise didn't elaborate any further on her onscreen kiss with the Kevin Webster star.The clip was played ahead of a discussion about whether or not it is appropriate for couples to kiss in front of their children, after Kourtney Kardashian's son Reign pleaded with the reality star to stop snogging her new husband Travis Barker in front of him.

Denise Welch is a familiar face to TV watchers - from being on the Loose Women panel to acting on iconic soap Coronation street - she has become a well-known and well-loved figure.

Denise Welch has taken to Instagram with a heartbreaking tribute – just days after she shared a touching message in honour of her friend Deborah James, aka Bowel Babe.MORE: See how the Loose Women stars have changed over the yearsThe Loose Women star reached out to fans as she shared her grief on social media, and was soon inundated with messages of condolence. WATCH: Loose Women's Kaye Adams and Denise Welch clash during furious debate on showDenise posted a touching image showing Kay Mellor hugging her daughter Gaynor and explained: "I've known the Mellors for 24 years since I started Corrie. Absolutely heartbroken for Gaynor and the whole family.