Inside Jamal Edwards' bond with Loose Women mum Brenda from stage school to sweet TV kiss

Love Island star Amy Hart has admitted in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk that comments from her fellow celebrities about freezing her eggs left her frustrated.Thankfully, Amy is thrilled with the end result, appearing on the brand-new episode of the Boots Taboo Talk podcast to discuss her fertility journey. Amy, 29, described in her interview with Express.co.uk how the one thing she’s always wanted to be is a mum. However, she also had to grapple with the reality that both her mother and grandmother had experienced early menopause.Self-described as “very independent”, Amy could never be certain that she would find the right person to settle down with before her body clock counted down to zero.With that in mind, the former Islander has since spent over £10,000 to have her eggs frozen so that, if needs be, she has the option to go it alone as a single parent. Amy is currently loved up with boyfriend Sam Rason whom she described as a “wonderful” and “patient” presence in her life. Last year, Amy opened up to the Loose Women about her egg freezing journey when she had just five eggs in the freezer at the time. While the ladies on the panel were understanding, the influencer has admitted that she has experienced unpleasant run-ins with celebs that do not share her views.She explained: “I remember being at a charity event and there were some 90’s pop stars there who I absolutely loved (I won’t say who).“And we were chatting away and told them that I had frozen my eggs.“The first thing they said - and everyone does this, but it's just this one that particularly sticks in my head…“‘Why are you doing that? You're so young!’“And I'm like, ‘Well, I’ve got early menopause in my family and that’s why I’m doing this.’“So

Denise Welch has spoken out about why she thinks letting people visit family in hospital is vital. Though her friend has now since been able to visit his mum in South Tyneside Hospital - and the South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Trust has since announced plans to ease visiting restrictions generally from Monday - Denise told ChronicleLive it was a wider issue - and she feared for the mental health of vulnerable people suffering in hospitals up and down the UK. Denise said: "It's a wider issue than just my friend - and it's a wider issue that I don't think is being talked about enough.

Perry and Angela's marriage was short-lived and they decided to go their separate ways just five years after tying the knot. At the time, a friend close to the couple told the Mirror: “They just ran out of love. They had a series of heart-to-hearts and decided to call it a day.

Loose Women's Kaye Adams suffered an embarrassing moment while trying on some shapewear earlier today, even resorting to asking Instagrammers for help.

Loose Women yesterday saw a heated debate between the stars of the ITV show over Ukraine.

Stacey Solomon has issued an apology to her fans after she was unable to reply to their messages due to her busy schedule.The 32-year-old Loose Women star last night posted various clips to her Instagram Story to explain her absence.Stacey had been busy filming for the next series of Bake Off alongside Liam Charles, Benoit Blin and Cherish Finden.The new venture also meant she had to spend the night away from her fiancé Joe Swash and her four children.In a series of videos shared with Stacey’s five million followers, the TV star explained her social media absence as she promised to reply to fans’ messages.“I’ve been so rubbish today.

Paris Fury and her husband Tyson threw their youngest son an unforgettable third birthday party this weekend. Previous Loose Women panelist Paris, 32, and her boxing superstar other half treated Adonis to a Spiderman themed celebration. Surrounded by friends and family, the youngster looked thrilled with his super hero spread which included matching plates and tableware.The day was topped off with a surprise appearance from Spiderman himself.

Loose Women star Charlene White told her followers that their discomfort was “not her concern” when it came to talking about race.The presenter clashed with her co-star Janet Street-Porter after the pair discussed reports of racism faced by some refugees at the Ukrainian borders.Charlene, 41, took to Twitter this evening to address accusations of “playing the race card” in view of her 59,600 followers.She wrote: “For those throwing the phrase, "playing the race card" at me today re @loosewomen... “Let me be VERY clear.

paid an emotional tribute to Jamal Edwards during his concert at London’s O2 arena, telling the audience the SBTV founder was ‘the reason I’m standing in front of you guys here today’. The rapper, 23, paused his show at the 20,000-capacity venue on Monday night to deliver a speech hailing the work of the music entrepreneur, who died from a ‘sudden illness’ last month aged 31. Edwards, son of Loose Woman panellist Brenda Edwards, was also credited with helping to launch the careers of artists including Ed Sheeran and Jessie J through his influential YouTube channel.

Loose Women panellist Saira Khan has taken to Instagram to share a lengthy reflection on “fake friends” and the “deep unhappiness” they caused.The 51-year-old left the ITV programme in 2021 after being a regular panellist since 2015.Now, looking back on her years working on TV, Saira admitted she is now “concentrating on being authentic”.In view of her 103,000 Instagram followers, the TV star penned: “I've been in so many 'fake' environments over the years that I lost myself and started to become fake myself."I saw myself become someone I'm not.To please others.To make money and to fit in."Fake friends, fake opinions, fake smiles.“All led to one thing. Deep unhappiness.Self loathing.Self hate and self disrespect."In a follow-up post, Saira explained she had been "working on herself" since her 50th birthday.She continued: "Eliminating toxicity.Taking a step back."Connecting with my feelings and spending more time with people who love me for who I really am and doing the things I really love.“The weird thing is.

Saira Khan has taken to Instagram to share new heartbreak with her fans.MORE: Loose Women's Saira Khan shares big family newsThe former Loose Women star posted a powerful statement in light of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which read: "I am totally heartbroken and saddened at seeing images and reading reports of black and Asian people living in the Ukraine being beaten up, bullied and denied access to transportation to get them out of the country."WATCH: Saira Khan has a treat in store for husband SteveShe accompanied her post with a lengthy caption. It read: "In war all refugees regardless of the colour of their skin should be treated with respect and humanity.READ: Loose Women's Saira Khan defends Coleen Nolan – 'She is not the problem'MORE: Loose Women's Saira Khan's house is the epitome of A-list chic"I hope and pray that the racism I am reading about and seeing footage of is 'fake news'.

Dave paused to pay tribute to his late friend and mentor Jamal Edwards, who died earlier this month at the age of 31.Though no specific cause of death has been formally confirmed, friends of Edwards have claimed (via Metro) that the influential British author, broadcaster, DJ and founder of SB.TV passed away from a heart attack. In a statement, his mother said Edwards had succumbed to a “sudden illness”.Dave was one of the many artists Edwards championed before his mainstream breakout, as he told fans at the O2: “Jamal Edwards is the reason I’m standing in front of you guys here today.

Eastenders star, Joe Swash was "free and easy" and living the high life. Now, however, he's assured the world that wife-to-be Stacey Solomon and their children are his future - and he's abandoned the party lifestyle altogether.The 40-year-old TV star has matured significantly since he started his Eastenders role as Mickey Miller aged just 21.He now has two children with Loose Women and X-Factor star Stacey - son Rex and baby daughter Rose.He also has another son, Harry, from a previous relationship, and he is stepdad to Stacey's two eldest sons, Leighton and Zachary - so it's safe to say much of his current lifestyle involves family.Looking back at the party-fuelled lifestyle of his younger years, Joe seemed to barely recognise himself."When I first got on EastEnders I was like the ginger kid who could suddenly get into nightclubs, and I was free and easy, and I really enjoyed that period of time," he told The Sun."And then you grow up, and I had Harry, met Stacey, we’ve got Rex and Rose, and Zach and Leighton."When I look back it feels like a different person.

Judi Love has opened up about her friend Brenda Edwards' loss in her latest column for OK! saying that all she and the rest of Brenda's Loose Women co-stars can do is rally around her. Brenda's son, Jamal Edwards, passed away last week aged just 31, and the showbiz and music world reacted with shock. Judi said: "Brenda, all we can do is be here for you and (your daughter) Tanisha in whatever capacity you need." Are you an OK! VIP? If not, why not? It’s free and gives you backstage access to stories like this, exclusive home tours, special discounts and so much more! All you need to do is pop your email address below! P.s.

Loose Women fans were left confused as they noticed Stacey Solomon's absence from the new group photo to mark International Women's Day. Female ITV presenters including Frankie Bridge, Josie Gibson, Alison Hammond and Lorraine Kelly gathered together for the powerful snap, which was released this weekend.The ITV daytime show's Instagram accounts for Loose Women, This Morning and Lorraine shared the photo on their profiles with the caption: "After almost two years apart, the female hosts of Daytime are coming together to celebrate International Women's Day! "Watch the special video, filmed earlier this month, on the This Morning app now." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter And while fans piled on the praise for the stunning snap, some couldn't help but ask where Stacey, 32, was.

Stacey Solomon has introduced her baby daughter Rose to her Loose Women co-stars Nadia Sawalha and Linda Robson for the first time after the ladies visited her at Pickle Cottage.The women finally got to meet baby Rose and catch up with Stacey after being kept apart for so long due to Covid restrictions and shared their get-together on social media to the delight of fans. In a photo posted on Instagram, the work pals could be seen gathered around showing off their beaming smiles as they posed with baby Rose, who was held by Nadia in the shot. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

Stacey Solomon's return to Loose Women has been confirmed.The 32 year old television personality went on maternity leave in August last year before she and fiancé Joe Swash welcomed their second child, a baby daughter named Rose, in October. And four months on, Kaye Adams delighted viewers as she unveiled when the former X Factor star, who recently spoke of her insecurities during her first swim with little Rose, would be returning to the popular daytime talk show. "We've got a real treat for you next week when Stacey comes back to the show after maternity leave," Kaye said on Friday's episode.

Former Loose Women panelist Saira Khan has been making the most of her children’s half-term holidays by jetting off on a family holiday to Florida. Saira, 51, has given fans a glimpse into her fun-filled holiday on Instagram, where she has shared a series of travel-related updates with her 103,000 followers. The Apprentice star, whose daughter recently donated 12 inches of hair to charity, shares children Zac and Amara with husband Steve.

Stacey Solomon has admitted to feeling "insecure" during her first swim with her baby daughter Rose.The Loose Women panellist, who is set to replace Tom Allen as co-host of Bake Off: The Professionals, took to her Instagram platform on Thursday evening with a sweet snap of her at the pool with her four month old. Stacey looked sensational in a black two-piece while holding onto little Rose as they smiled for the camera.

Katie Price has revealed that she now “finishes her mum’s sentences” as she battles a terminal lung condition on Lorraine. The 43 year old opened up about the reality of her mum Amy’s condition of Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis (IPF) which she was diagnosed with in 2017.

Loose Women panellist Gloria Hunniford has sent her love and support to co-star Brenda Edwards following the tragic death of her son Jamal Edwards. Gloria, who lost her daughter Caron Keating to breast cancer in 2004, appeared on the ITV lunchtime show for the first time since the sad news broke that Jamal had lost his life aged 31.The 81 year old used the opportunity to send her condolences to Brenda, 52.