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Naman Ramachandran Raymond Briggs, the British illustrator, cartoonist, graphic novelist and author best known for “The Snowman,” has died. He was 88.“The Snowman,” a book without words and illustrated with pencil crayons, was created by Briggs in 1978. It was adapted as an animated television film for U.K.

David and Victoria Beckham are back in the US with their youngest children Cruz and Harper, and are using their incredible Miami penthouse as their base while they spend time in the city.RELATED: The Beckhams' £73million property portfolio revealed - from London to MiamiThe fashion designer has already revealed more of the $24million property than ever before since returning in August, showcasing a peek inside her home gym and dressing room – and they are just as luxurious as you would expect.WATCH: Inside the Beckhams' stunning homesThe residence is located in the One Hundred Museum building, which was designed to mirror a seven-star hotel and features incredible amenities for its 100 tenants. Each apartment boasts multiple terraces with breathtaking views of Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean as well as the Miami skyline, Italian kitchens with quartz countertops, custom-designed walk-in closets and spa-like bathrooms.The penthouse offers David the perfect base to work with his football team, Inter Miami, and it has allowed the family to spend time with Brooklyn and Nicola, who now live in the US.

Raymond's work is always remembered on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in the UK, as The Snowman has become a TV accompaniment to the special day in many households.His creation was considered to have fitted perfectly with the Howard Blake soundtrack, featuring the iconic track 'Walking In The Air'.Meanwhile, the statement from his family gave an insight into the heartwarming family atmosphere the author had experienced throughout his life.It revealed: "He lived a rich and full life and said he felt lucky to have had both his wife Jean, and his partner of over 40 years Liz in his life."The statement continued: "He shared his love of nature with Liz on South Downs Walks and on family holidays to Scotland and Wales."He also shared his sense of fun and craziness with his family, and with his family of artist friends - at get-togethers, fancy dress parties, and summer picnics in the garden."He was also a fan of playing practical jokes - and was a good sport when it came to being the pranked one."All of us close to him knew his irreverent humour," the statement explained.It added: "This could be biting in his work when it came to those in power."Raymond's family also confirmed that he would be "deeply missed" by his step-children and step-grandchildren, who loved him dearly.He spent the final weeks of his life in hospital, but is said to have received excellent care."His family would like to thank all of the team on Overton Ward at Royal Sussex County Hospital for their kind and thoughtful care of Raymond in his final weeks," the statement clarified.Meanwhile, Francesca Dow, the Managing Director of the children's category at Penguin Random House, also gave a fond statement.She described Raymond's books as "picture

Adele soared to fame thanks to the success of her first album, 19, and the second, 21, which went on to become the best-selling album of the 21st century. In her soulful songs, Adele’s lyrics convey her deeply emotional experiences, particularly heartbreak. But the spiritual upheaval began in her childhood long before. When Adele was just three years old, her parents, Penny Adkins and Mark Evans, split up and a difficult relationship with her “alcoholic” absent father ensued, she said.As she grew up, the 34-year-old claimed she was constantly disappointed by her father who failed to meet her needs as he gave her little of his time, often not showing up for her at all.Speaking on BBC Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs last month, Adele said: “I definitely had a yearning for him because he didn’t really deliver for me.“I didn't really have his attention, you know.

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Jarvis Cocker joined former Pulp bandmate and fellow Sheffield-born musician Richard Hawley on stage during his gig at the Leadmill last night (August 9), amid the venue’s ongoing eviction battle.During the second night of Hawley’s sold-out, four-date residency in support of the Leadmill – which faces closure after being given an eviction notice in March – Cocker reaffirmed his support for the legendary venue. Pulp performed their first full gig at the venue nearly 42 years ago, in August 1980.“It’s more than this building and this stage, it’s something that’s grown over years and it’s a feeling,” Cocker said of the Leadmill.

Molly Rainford has been confirmed as the 10th celebrity to join the Strictly Come Dancing 2022 line-up. The news was shared on the official Instagram page as they posted a short clip with the caption: Say hello to Molly Rainford, she's an intergalactic pop superstar from @CBBC and she's here to star on #Strictly! @mollyrainford," followed by a dancing woman emoji.

Jazmine Nichol has revealed she's been rushed to hospital to undergo surgery just weeks after starring in the hit dating show Love Island. Sharing the news on her Instagram stories, the Casa Amor bombshell told her followers: "Update for you all. I've taken really unwell so I'll be off my phone and not shooting any content for a while till I've recovered from surgery." "I'm in good hands though," she added.

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Whitney Houston spent her last moments feasting on food and singing to herself before she was discovered dead in her bathtub, according to reports.The award-winning songstress left the world stunned when she tragically passed away in February 2012 at the age of 48, leaving behind her daughter Bobbi Kristina Brown who she shared with ex-partner Bobbi Brown.Whitney was scheduled to appear at the annual pre-Grammy Awards party hosted by her long-time mentor Clive Davis during the evening on the day she died.READ MORE: Inside Whitney Houston’s 'intimate on all levels' romance with 'lover' Robyn CrawfordOn the morning of February 11, sources claimed she had breakfast at the Beverly Hilton Hotel alongside her daughter Bobbi, but later retired to suite Suite 434 where she ordered more food and took some Xanax.Talking to Radar Online about her drug addiction, a source told Radar Online: "She frequently took anti-anxiety medications to help her sleep after nights of heavy partying."She also took them before big performances to calm her nerves."A while later, Whitney apparently then took a phone call from her cousin, singer Dionne Warwick and discussed seating arrangements for the evening.This was then later followed by another call from her mum, gospel singer Cissy Houston, which the publication described as a "cheerful and upbeat" conversation.The reports also claimed that Whitney is said to have told her assistant that she had a sore throat and was going to take a bath before the pre-Grammys bash at which she was scheduled to perform at.It was then believed that the singer reportedly ordered more food via room service, eating a burger with fries while she ran the bath.

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Raymond Briggs has sadly died at the age of 88.The star is best known for his wordless children's picture book The Snowman which was first published in 1978 by Hamish Hamilton in the UK.The popular book was later published by Random House in the United States in November of the same year.A statement from Raymond's family said: "We know that Raymond's books were loved by and touched millions of people around the world, who will be sad to hear this news. Drawings from fans - especially children's drawings - inspired by his books were treasured by Raymond and pinned up on the wall of his studio.

BBC Breakfast saw one beloved news anchor turn red-faced during Wednesday morning's edition of the show.Ben Thompson and Sally Nugent headed up the red couch this morning (August 10), but it was between the sport and weather when things really got going.Chatting about Serena Williams' tennis career and whether or not she will decide to retire soon, Sally segued away from the sport and introduced the weather.READ NEXT: BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay still missing as co-star replaces him alongside Sally NugentBefore she welcomed Carol Kirkwood though, Sally made an awkward blunder that Carol sweetly played along with after the news anchor was left red-faced on the red sofa."Let's evolve away to the ten-" Sally said when she made the blunder, laughing it off and appearing a little taken aback and tongue-tied."Not the tennis, to the weather now," she quickly added to cover up her mistake.Laughing it off, Sally said "morning" to Carol before she appeared on-screen from a rooftop in the capital city.Covering up for her pal, Carol played along and said: "I was thinking you saw us actually, we were having a quick game of tennis up here earlier, Sal."Later on she appeared back on our screens when she was trying to talk loudly over some rather loud drilling in the background.This comes as Jon Kay is still missing in action from his fairly new role after taking over from Dan Walker.Jon was hired to present the programme alongside Sally from Monday to Wednesday with Naga Munchetty and Charlie Stayt taking over for the remaining days of the week.He was missing from his new role on Monday, August 8 - and again today - with his Twitter untouched since July, 31.Discussing the new job offer when the news broke earlier this year, Jon told fans

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