Monty Don opens up on childhood trauma with 'frightening' father: 'He killed people'

Manchester United first team has come on the back of dedicated work in the gym, which has rivalled even Cristiano Ronaldo. Elanga is enjoying a brilliant period under interim manager Ralf Rangnick, having featured in each of United’s last 11 matches in all competitions.

Queen would ever abdicate the throne — and royal history shows that she might have an alternative, an author has said.Her Majesty, 95, is said to be determined to see out the entirety of her reign, as she is deeply committed to her vow of a 'lifetime' of service to the Crown.

Hellbound and D.P, are set to helm a brand-new show.Yesterday (February 24), the studio gave the green light for a television adaptation of the critically-acclaimed 2015 short film Bargain, originally directed by Lee Chung-hyun, according to a report by The Korea Times.Bargain is said to be a disaster thriller K-drama that chronicles the aftermath of a massive earthquake. It’ll follow a survivors trapped in a building, who have to negotiate for black market goods in order to continue surviving.

James Trafford believes Bolton Wanderers are confident of reaching the League One play-offs but are not getting ahead of themselves prior to taking on MK Dons this afternoon.

Kelly Rowland has been focused on family since giving birth to her second son with husbandTim Weatherspoon in January 2021.But the singer made some time for herself on Friday afternoon as she stepped out to a popular cafe in Los Angeles.While walking back to her parked car, Rowland was captured flashing a big beaming smile in the direction of passersby. Glowing: Mother of two Kelly Rowland, 41,made some time for herself on Friday afternoon as she stepped out to a popular cafe in Los AngelesThe former Destiny's Child member was the picture of contentment as she giggled her way down the street in black leggings and a blue sweatshirt.Adding to her athletic ensemble Rowland, 41, also wore a pair of black sneakers, and had her red and black tresses styled long with plenty of natural curves.

Though they called off their engagement earlier this month, it seems that not all is lost when it comes to Aaron Rodgers and Shailene Woodley's relationship.A source speaking with US Weekly said that the Green Bay Packers quarterback, 38, and the actress, 30, are 'talking things through and trying to keep things private,' at the moment.The insider went on to say that the couple's 'love for each other never went away' and that they are open to possibly reconciling. Rekindling the spark? Aaron Rodgers and Shailene Woodley are reportedly 'talking things through' andopen to the idea of a reconciliation after calling off their engagement last month'Now that Aaron is in [the] off season, he has more downtime and can focus more on a relationship,' the source stated.

Jussie Smollett's legal team have filed documents to request a new trial unless the judge reverses the verdict and finds him not guilty of disorderly conduct for faking the police report, according to TMZ.The actor requested the new trial two months after he was found guilty by the jurors of five of the six felony charges against him.The outlet reported that Jussie claimed his constitutional rights were violated after his legal team was blocked from participating in the juror selection process. The latest:Jussie Smollett's legal team have filed documents to request a new trial unless the judge reverses the verdict and finds him not guilty of disorderly conduct for faking the police report, according to TMZ; seen in 2019Jussie claimed that prosecutors portrayed a pattern of racism in their juror selections, TMZ reported.In addition, he claims his defense team weren't allowed to pose questions to the potential jurors as well as alleging the pool was 'tainted.' He also alleged that the prosecutors pressured the witnesses to give 'false testimony' and limited his defense team from questions all of the witnesses.Jussie's legal team claimed that the judge barring the public and media from the courtroom was 'wrongful.' Legal:The actor requested the new trial two months after he was found guilty by the jurors of five felony charges against him; pictured in November Jussie was convicted last month for lying to police about a racist, homophobic attack that authorities said he staged, will return to court for sentencing March 10.Cook County Judge James Linn set the sentencing date in Chicago for the former Empire actor, who told the judge he was in New York, during a hearing on Zoom.Smollett was found guilty by a jury Dec.

Ukraine. Another 350 million dollars (£261 million) was allocated “in defence articles and services of the Department of Defence, and military education and training”.It came as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy issued a chilling warning to the world about Russia, stating: “This is the night they will storm”.The document was issued by the White House.

Ukraine following Russia's invasion. His wife, Hollywood actress Mila Kunis is a native Ukrainian who was born and raised in Chernivtsi, Ukraine, which was part of the Soviet Union until 1991.

Farrah Abraham‘s daughter, Sophia Abraham, is perhaps the bravest teen around, as she just celebrated her 13th birthday by getting a septum piercing! The teen, whose birth was documented on the MTV show 16 and Pregnant, has also appeared with her mom, 30, on Teen Mom. Now, she seems to be growing up so fast!

Ben Stiller is opening up about Pete Davidson and his “moment” with women that’s happening right now.

Kirsten Dunst is very open to returning to the world of Spider-Man.

fire at a storage facility has seen 100 firefighters rush to save a building in 'challenging conditions'.The blaze began at around 2am on Saturday morning (February 26) at Armadillo self-storage unit in Cheadle, Greater Manchester. The building reportedly collapsed on one side as flames tore through the structure.Local residents were told to close their doors and windows as the fire raged on through the night.Crews from stations around Greater Manchester Fire Service have been deployed to the serious incident on the Stanley Green Omdistrial Estate, Cheadle and the situation is ongoing, according to Manchester Evening News.They tweeted at 3:38am: " Firefighters are also responding to a separate incident on Greek Street in Stockport."Eight fire engines are currently in attendance.

On the heels of Britney Spears’ successful battle to end the conservatorship that allowed her father to control her money and her life, another former child star, Amanda Bynes, is looking to do the same.

 Monty also revealed he still feels “lucky” in spite of losing some of his filming work this year due to the pandemic.He said: “No question, I am very lucky. “I lost half my filming work this year but ­compared to most people I’ve had a very, very easy time of it.“Most years I have another fulfilling ­project.

Today is publication day of ‘My Garden World’ - available online and at every good bookshop.These two were with me every day I wrote, walked and worked. Nigel died the day after I wrote the last word- so the book is dedicated to his memory.A post shared by Monty Don (@themontydon) on "He went from being 100% fine to dead in 12 hours."Monty explained: "But he was a good age and he’d lived a good life, so we were grown up about it."The BBC favourite then said he was "overwhelmed" after many of his fans were unexpectedly there for him during the devastating time.Monty laughed: "In terms of the public...

“It was very serious, but once they had taken my appendix out and dealt with the infection I was packed off home after just four nights.”In the same chat, he said he was a “sickly child” but said he realised he was “robust” and “vigorous” aged 19.“Since then I've taken ill health to be an irritating interruption into what is a fairly reliable stream of good health,” he explained.Monty had previously said he believes he would’ve been dead following his peritonitis battle if it wasn’t for his wife Sarah, who called an ambulance at 2am.In 2008, he also suffered from a stroke, which prompted him to take a break from his television commitments.Despite his several health issues, Monty said he had no plans to retire at the time.“No, never.

I am talking on a live stream with charlotte_mendelson_ about my new book ‘My Garden World’ on Thursday evening at 6.30. Join us ! www.fane.co.ukA post shared by Monty Don (@themontydon) on The TV star was discussing various animals that feature in his diary entries from the garden throughout the year.He explained that the one creature he dislikes are “bats” and wishes they stayed “well away” from him.Monty continued: “I am chiroptophobic.

Monty Don has given fans a candid insight into his personal life, discussing the traumas that blighted his childhood.MORE: Monty Don wows fans with incredible garden transformation photoDuring an interview with The Times, the 70-year-old gardening expert revealed his father Denis was a "frightening figure" whilst growing up, and how he was left fearful on numerous occasions as his dad suffered with "deep depressive fits"."He was an army heavyweight boxing champion and a commando and had been through the war," he said of his dad, who served in the armed forces. "He had killed people.

Today is publication day of ‘My Garden World’ - available online and at every good bookshop.These two were with me every day I wrote, walked and worked.

The Great British Bake Off judge Prue Leith, 80, said she had “the most appalling experience” of her life after taking LSD in her younger years.The professional baker went on to admit she had also smoked pot when she was married to her first husband, writer Rayne Kruger, who died in 2002. She revealed: “It was the sixties, there were a lot of drugs around.“We used to smoke a bit of pot, not all the time and not a lot, but we did."And one day, we did take acid, only once, and I must tell you, it was the most appalling experience I’ve ever had.”On the side effects she experienced, she added: “I had absolute horrific hallucinations.Joe Swift: Gardeners' World star on Monty Don amid former host's exit“I couldn’t look at him because he turned