John Travolta reflects on his 'special' relationship with Kirstie Alley following her death at 71

Paddy McGuinness, 49, rubbished rumours that he had travelled to Turkey to get age-defying cosmetic work done - but appeared in what seemed to be a heavily filtered video, where some thought he looked just half his age.The Top Gear legend displayed unusually smooth skin, a luscious head of hair and a very youthful face as he addressed the claims he could have gone under the knife."Hello there, I've come on here today to address the unfounded rumours that I've had a bit of work done over Christmas," Paddy explained to his Instagram followers."Yes, I've been to Turkey for a long weekend, but there's absolutely no truth in that I've had a bit of work done!" he insisted."This is just a tan and I've had a couple of cans of that Prime."However, @paul_strick341 quipped: "How many filters have you got turned on fella?"@badlifestyler commented: "[We] could see you struggling to keep a straight face!"Paddy also joked that fans shouldn't pay attention to the fake social media accounts run by imposters posing as him."Unless it's this guy, it's not the real deal," he declared adamantly, before adding: "Happy 2023."Paddy also spoke of the intense "ups and downs" that 2022 - the year he split from his ex wife Christine - had brought him.Summing up the past year, he recalled glamorous globetrotting journeys and TV appearances, attaching clips to an Instagram post for his fans.Despite separating from his Real Housewives of Cheshire star wife, to whom he'd been wed for 11 years, he promised fans that he was "still above ground".Christine recently explained that she and Paddy had been keeping their split a secret from their three kids, so as not to cause them unnecessary upheaval.They share twins Leo and Penelope, who are nine, and

And Michelle Collins added: " Oh no get well Patsy x".While a fan commented: "Take care, pneumonia is rotten I had it years ago, rest up, stay warm and get well soon".Another wrote: "Speedy recovery Patsy"."Get well soon," a third wrote followed by a red heart emoji.Last week, Patsy looked in high spirits as she posted a glam selfie to wish her followers a "happy Boxing day".Days later, she posted a snap of herself posing in a stunning black dress with puff sleeves, which she matched with a pair of black tights.In the caption, Patsy wrote: "YSL on NYE" followed by a series of star emojis.Last month, it was announced Patsy would be joining the cast of EastEnders and would be making an "explosive" entrance.The London-born actress will take on the role of Emma Harding, who is Lola Pearce's estranged mother.As the news was announced, Patsy said: "I’m so excited to be visiting Walford for this storyline. It has always been a dream to appear in EastEnders."The cast, producers, writers and crew have been wonderful, and I’ve had a ball."Viewers will learn how Emma left her daughter with Lola’s dad when she was aged just three. Patsy landed her role on the BBC One drama – described as a "short stint" – after saying she would love to be the next Peggy Mitchell."I’d like to play a really strong matriarch.

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HER roles in the classic TV comedy Cheers and the Look Who’s Talking movies made her a screen icon. But Kirstie Alley — who has died at the age of 71 shortly after revealing she had cancer — also courted controversy by supporting Scientology and Donald Trump. The former cocaine addict, whose weight was known to fluctuate wildly, also had to settle a lawsuit after making misleading claims about her diet range.

Kirstie Alley’s ex-husband Parker Stevenson is opening up about her sad death.

As the entertainment world mourns the death of legendary comedian Kirstie Alley, more details about her shocking death are coming to light.

Donald Trump spoke glowingly of the late actress Kirstie Alley, who has just died age 71 after a short battle with cancer.The award-winning actress had controversially declared years earlier that the shamed ex-president deserved his Twitter account back, leading to a gushing tribute by him.Yesterday, Trump acknowledged the star, who also received loving tributes from the likes of John Travolta, on the Truth Social network."Kirstie was a great person who truly loved the USA.She will be missed!!!” he wrote.The Cheers star previously said she'd landed herself in hot water due to her vocal support for the former president, quipping: "You can be cooking meth and sleeping with hookers, as long as apparently you didn’t vote for Trump."I feel like I’m in The Twilight Zone a bit, with the whole concept of it."Kirstie had continued, during a 2021 US TV interview with Tucker Carlson of Fox Nation, that she had been warned by industry reps not to reveal her political leanings.She also said she'd been referred to as "brave" after admitting she intended to vote for Trump in the 2020 elections.However, she then wondered if she'd merely been "stupid" for taking the risk of being alienated over her choice."It’s so strange to me because artists are free-thinkers, for the most part," she lamented.She also admitted that she had been unfollowed by huge swathes of the public after confessing her admiration for Trump."I’m the same person.

cancer. John shared a beautiful photo of Kirstie dressed all in white and clutching a string of pearls, before posting another picture of the pair of them smiling at each other and embracing. “Kirstie was one of the most special relationships I’ve ever had,” he wrote in view of his 4.6 million Instagram followers. “I love you Kirstie.

A friendship for the ages. Kirstie Alley and John Travolta may have met on the set of their romantic comedy Look Who’s Talking — but the pair were so much more than costars. 

Kirstie Alley wasn't shy about the love she shared for some of her leading men, though she claimed that she stayed faithful to her marriage.The actress, whose death at 71 was announced on Monday, previously delved into her romantic history in 2018 during a stint on Celebrity Big Brother UK, in which she confessed that she 'almost ran off' with John Travolta, 68.The twice-divorced star also spoke elsewhere about the feelings she shared for another costar, the late Patrick Swayze, although both opted not to pursue an affair to focus on their marriages. Special relationship: Kirstie Alley considered John Travolta the 'greatest love' of her life, even though they never had a romantic relationship.

Kirstie Alley has died at the age of 71 following a short battle with cancer, four months after the 40th anniversary of the TV show that propelled her Hollywood career - Cheers. Alley played Rebecca Howe on the iconic 1982 sitcom, which first aired nearly 40 years ago on September 30, 1982 and went on to broadcast 275 episodes across 11 seasons. Following the news of actress' passing on Monday, DailyMail.com can reveal where the rest of the beloved cast of Cheers are now.  Gone too soon: Following the news of actress Kirstie Alley death at the age of 71 on Monday, after a short cancer battle, DailyMail.com can reveal where the rest of the beloved cast of Cheers are now; Pictured 2018The children of the actress, True, 30, and Lily, 28, issued a statement on social media Monday confirming the sad news of her passing, just four months after the 40th anniversary of the show.  Alley's family said that she 'was surrounded by her closest family and fought with great strength, leaving us with a certainty of her never-ending joy of living and whatever adventures lie ahead.' Alley came onto the Cheers scene to replace Shelley Long in the start of season six, playing tough business woman Rebecca Howe.She earned an Emmy Award and Golden Globe for her role in 1991.Alley had a successful career before and after Cheers, making her film debut in Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan and starring alongside John Travolta and the voice of Bruce Willis in the Look Who's Talking series.She was in show business until the very end, and earlier this year she was revealed as Baby Mammoth on The Masked Singer.

Tributes have already begun to be posted on social media for Kirstie Alley, who died at the age of 71. The actress best known for her work in Cheers and Veronica’s Closet was remembered for her personality, her parties and her politics.

The entertainment world is in shock on Monday night after the death of Cheers and Drop Dead Gorgeous star Kirstie Alley. She was 71 years old.

A loss felt by many. Kirstie Alley’s former costars, including Tim Allen, Kristin Chenoweth and John Travolta are morning her death after news broke on Monday, December 5, that she’d died at age 71.

A lifelong bond. John Travolta gave a touching tribute to his Look Who’s Talking costar Kirstie Alley following her death on Monday, December 5.

Kirstie Alley's friend and confidante John Travolta took to Instagram Monday to pay memorial to the actress in the wake of her passing at 71 Monday.'Kirstie was one of the most special relationships I've ever had. I love you Kirstie,' said Travolta, 68.

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Actress Kirstie Alley has died at the age of 71 following a short cancer battle.The children of the actress, True, 30, and Lily, 28, - who was known for her roles on Cheers and in the Look Who's Talking films - issued a statement on social media Monday confirming the sad news. Alley's family said that she 'was surrounded by her closest family and fought with great strength, leaving us with a certainty of her never-ending joy of living and whatever adventures lie ahead.' The latest: Actress Kirstie Alley has died at the age of 71 following a short cancer battle, her family said on Monday. She was pictured in 2016 in NYC The star's family issued a statement on Instagram Monday in the wake of the passing They continued: 'As iconic as she was on screen, she was an even more amazing mother and grandmother.'We are grateful to the incredible team of doctors and nurses at the Moffitt Cancer Center for their care.' Alley's relatives said that 'the zest and passion for life, her children, grandchildren and her many animals, not to mention her eternal joy of creating, were unparalleled and leave us inspired to live life to the fullest just as she did. They ended the statement in saying, 'We thank you for your love and prayers and ask that you respect our privacy at this difficult time.' Alley was seen on the red carpet of the premiere of The Fanatic in 2019  Alley played the role of Rebecca Howe on the NBC hit Cheers from 1987-1993Alley's friend and confidante John Travolta took to Instagram Monday to pay memorial to the actress, who he worked with on the Look Who's Talking films.'Kirstie was one of the most special relationships I've ever had.