Mum spent just £1,000 transforming spider-infested garage into trendy home pub

An alarming increase in burglaries in Los Angeles County has put authorities on high alert — and positioned Hollywood's rich and famous at risk of falling victim to the city's emboldened criminals. Over the last six months, reality stars Dorit Kemsley and Christine Quinn were among a number of celebrities whose homes have been ransacked by intruders, most of them armed.

Having braved the Strictly Come Dancing dance floor, Clara Amfo is well used to reality show nerves. But the Radio 1 DJ and presenter admits that donning an iconic apron for The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer brought a whole new level of fear. For whatever skills she possesses in the kitchen, the star revealed, ahead of Tuesday’s launch show, that she was mesmerised by the baking show’s legendary judges, Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith.

On TV shows like Emma Willis: Delivering Babies and The Voice UK we see presenter Emma Wills as a wholesome family friendly star. But filming The Great Celebrity Bake Off For Stand Up To Cancer, mum-of-three Emma fears that she and husband Matt Willis might get a rather racy reputation. Back in 2020 Emma posted on her Instagram that when she tasked Matt with making a pie while she did art activities with their children Isabelle, Ace and Trixie, he created a dish with a pastry willy on top! And when Emma recently filmed the charity celebrity version of Bake Off, she admits that one of her own creations looked a little bit X-rated.

He made his name as Walford hardman Grant Mitchell and he’s gone on to face danger away from the East End, with a new career making documentaries in war zones and prison. But we’re hoping it’s not going to get menacing for any contestants stumped for an answer this week, as Ross Kemp makes a new move and leaves acting and film-making behind to host his very first quiz show, Bridge Of Lies, which airs during weekdays on BBC1. We caught up with Ross to hear more about what prompted him to hang up his flak jacket for a while and turn question master… Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox withOK!'s daily newsletter .

Patrick Frater Asia Bureau ChiefAsian sports streaming platform SPOTV has launched in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia and The Philippines. The move was announced on the first day of the virtual FilMart rights market.The service is available as a subscription-based app that includes linear channels and on demand event coverage. The sports it covers include MotoGP World Championships and World Superbike Championships; World Badminton Federation Tour; the Korean Baseball League; V.League Japan and Formula E motor racing.

Motherwell goalkeeper Liam Kelly believes a red card ‘ruined’ their Scottish Cup chances - but they must forget about it in their bid for a top four spot and European football.

Hearts kid Scott McGill hopes he can cap off his loan spell at Airdrie with a title and force his way into Robbie Neilson’s Premiership plans for next season.

Hamilton striker David Moyo refuted accusations that he fouled Dunfermline goalkeeper Jakub Stolarczyk for his side's first goal in the 2-2 draw on Saturday - and says if anything he was the victim.

Squid Game has taken home two wins at the Critics Choice Awards.On Sunday (March 13), Squid Game cast members Lee Jung-jae, Jung Ho-yeon and Park Hae-soo attended the 27th Critics Choice Awards held in Los Angeles, where they took home two awards for the series.Lee, who played the series’ main character Seong Gi-hun, won Best Actor In A Drama Series for his performance, beating out Succession’s Brian Cox and Jeremy Strong, among others. “I’m grateful to an extent I can’t express,” said Lee during his acceptance speech, per Soompi.

Red Velvet members Irene, Joy and Yeri have been diagnosed with COVID-19.On March 14, SM Entertainment released an official statement announcing that the three Red Velvet members had tested positive for the coronavirus over the weekend.According to the agency, Irene, Joy and Yeri had tested positive after pre-emptively using self-test kits, and their diagnoses were later confirmed by PCR tests. It added that remaining members Seulgi and Wendy had returned negative results on additional rounds of testing.“[Irene, Joy and Yeri] are currently carrying out at-home treatment, and they are not exhibiting any particular symptoms,” said SM, per Soompi.

It was a very big night for Sarah Snook at the 2022 Critics’ Choice Awards.

Marlee Matlin had a subdued reaction when asked about the death of her ex William Hurt as news of the actor's passing broke Sunday.The CODA star, 56, was asked about Hurt by ET as she walked the red carpet at the Critics Choice Awards Sunday at the Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles.'We've lost a really great actor and working with him on set in Children of a Lesser God will always be something I remember very fondly,' Matlin said of Hurt, who she dated for two years. 'He taught me a great deal as an actor and he was one-of-a-kind.' The latest:Marlee Matlin, 56, had a subdued reaction when asked about the death of her ex William Hurt at 71 as news of the actor's death broke SundayThe Oscar-winning actress, who initially met Hurt on the set of Children of a Lesser God, had accused Hurt of sexual, physical and emotional abuse in her 2009 book I’ll Scream Later.In the book, she detailed an instance of sexual assault she said occurred while Hurt was making the film Broadcast News.

They may be stars on the small screen.But Diane Kruger and Kiernan Shipka embraced their inner fashionista as they hung out at SXSW on Sunday.The ladies, who both star in the upcoming Roku series Swimming With Sharks, wowed at the Prime Video Brings The Blue Room to SXSW. Looking good! Diane Kruger and Kiernan Shipka embraced their inner fashionista as they hung out at SXSW on SundayDiane, 45, put on a leggy display in a vibrant, sixties inspired floral mini dress belted at her narrow waistline.The off-the-shoulder dress was worn beneath a sophisticated black blazer.

Madonna spent her weekend getting some new ink, which she showed off a design from the Kabbalah book Ten Luminous Emanations by Yehuda Ashlag.The 63-year-old singer took to her Instagram story on Sunday evening to share a design that's featured on the cover of Ten Luminous Emanations.'10. Luminous Emanations In Which GOD.

Lizzo hit out at Texas’ anti-transgender legislation and abortion policies in a keynote speech as part of this year’s SXSW festival at Austin Convention Centre.Legislation introduced last month in Texas defines gender-affirming medical care for transgender youth “child abuse”. The state’s governor Greg Abbott proceeded to advise medical professionals and members of the public to report to state authorities if transgender youth were receiving gender-affirming care.Additionally, Abbott called on the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services to investigate parents who provided their transgender children with gender-affirming care.

Maggie Rhee turned down Governor Pamela Milton's offer to join the Commonwealth on Sunday's episode of The Walking Dead on AMC.She declined the invitation despite the fact that her Hilltop compound was in dilapidated shape with only a string surrounding it in parts to keep the walkers out.Maggie [Lauren Cohan] decided that Pamela and her deputy were not trustworthy enough for her to join forces. Offer declined:Maggie Rhee turned down Governor Pamela Milton's offer to join the Commonwealth on Sunday's episode of The Walking Dead on AMC'Hilltop's going to pass on your offer,' Maggie told Pamela [Laila Robins] and Deputy Governor of the Commonwealth Lance Hornsby [Josh Hamilton].'Can I ask why?' Pamela asked.

Rihanna flaunted her growing baby bump over the weekend as she launched Fenty Beauty.The singer, 34, appeared at ULTA Beauty in Los Angeles on Saturday, having announced that she was pregnant with her first child in January. The 34-year-old was without rapper boyfriend A$AP Rocky, 33, but still put the bump on full display.Rihanna donned a cut out long sleeved top and long silver skirt, accessorising the look with a selection of silver bracelets, rings, earrings and most notably a decorate silver chain around her waist which highlighted her growing belly further.Rihanna opted for a simple makeup look with a bright eyeliner and slicked her hair back in a high ponytail.The businesswoman hasn't shied away from letting people see her bump since her iconic New York reveal.Rihanna and A$AP Rocky, real name Rakim Athelaston Mayers, took part in a big reveal photoshoot where Rihanna wore a pink Chanel coat open over her bump announcing the couple's news.An unnamed insider gave an insight into Rihanna's joy at becoming a mother, saying that the billionaire "couldn't be happier".

Bridgerton’s Simone Ashley, 26, has opened up about how some of the costumes she wore as part of the show caused her “pain”.She also spoke about being cast in the Netflix show and why representation is important to her.Simone Ashley will play Anthony Bridgerton’s love interest in the hit show.Speaking to Glamour magazine, Simone revealed that wearing a corset on-set every day left her with injuries.The actress, who plays Kate Sharma in season two of the popular Netflix period drama, said: “I realised when you wear the corset, you just don’t eat. It changes your body.”Simone added: “I had a smaller waist very momentarily.“Then the minute you stop wearing it, you’re just back to how your body is.“I had a lot of pain with the corset, too, I think I tore my shoulder at one point!”The Bridgerton actress, who has also played Olivia in the series, Sex Education, alongside Gillian Anderson and Asa Butterfield, also spoke about never imagining she would star in a popular period drama.She explained: “I didn’t really watch period dramas much because I felt like I couldn’t relate to them, maybe because I couldn’t see myself within one, and then Bridgerton came along.”Bridgerton is a romantic and scandalous show about Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor), the eldest daughter of the powerful Bridgerton family as she tries to find true love.The Sex Education star encouraged women to be more assertive, despite how they may be labelled because of it.She said: “Don’t be afraid to be difficult.

Jessica Chastain continued her streak of big wins on Sunday as she picked up yet another award for her role in The Eyes of Tammy Faye.Her portrayal of the late Tammy Faye Bakker earned her the Best Actress honor at the 2022 Critics Choice Awards held at Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles.Though the 44-year-old actress was unable to attend the ceremony, she took to Instagram to share her joy in a video, saying: 'I am out of my mind with happiness!' Excited! Jessica Chastain, 44, took to Instagram on Sunday night to express her excitement after winningthe Best Actress honor at the 2022 Critics Choice Awards held in Los AngelesThe actress sported a casual look in the clip, wearing black-rimmed glasses and a brown jacket. Her lovely red tresses were pulled into a bun.

The final award of the night at the 2022 Critics Choice Awards - Best Picture - was presented by Los Angeles Rams Super Bowl winning coach Sean McVay and his fiancee Veronika Khomyn, who had a heartfelt message about her native Ukraine.McVay, 36, and Khomyn, 32, who have been engaged since 2019, took to the stage at the Fairmont Century Plaza on Sunday night.McVay revealed that his fiancee is from Ukraine, before ceding the mic to her as she delivered a heartfelt message about her homeland. Message:The final award of the night at the 2022 Critics Choice Awards - Best Picture - was presented by Los Angeles Rams Super Bowl winning coach Sean McVay and his fiancee Veronika Khomyn, who had a heartfelt message about her native Ukraine Veronika's homeland:McVay revealed that his fiancee is from Ukraine, before ceding the mic to her as she delivered a heartfelt message about her homeland'We are honored to present the Critics Choice for Best Picture.

Keleigh Teller took to Instagram on Sunday to share vacation outtakes with her husband Miles Teller.The 29-year-old model posted two photos wearing a white one-piece bathing suit with her hubby, 35, as they took a dip in a pool.The Orange County native kept her caption short and sweet as she simply wrote, 'Him,' with a white heart emoji. Couple's trip: Keleigh Teller took to Instagram on Sunday to share vacation outtakes with her husband Miles TellerKeleigh and Miles looked blissfully relaxed as they soaked in the water side by side.Mrs.