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Instead, Paul has now decided on the "next best way to celebrate” his big 6-0.The post featured a picture of the musician sipping a drink as he looked straight into the camera.He wrote: "To celebrate my 60th birthday (on Monday 9th May) I’d originally intended to do another bicycle tour, visiting & performing at 60 pubs across the UK & Ireland."However, due to recording delays caused by the pandemic, I’ve had to shelve these plans for the time being."Instead, I’ve decided that the next best way to celebrate this coming of age is to handpick 60 pubs across the UK & Ireland and put a given amount of money behind the bar of each one.“Then, both regulars and yourselves can enjoy a birthday drink on me (until the money runs out, or the bar runs dry!)"Paul went on to explain that his idea aimed to “bring people together” and also acknowledge those who have supported him throughout his career.He said: "The hope is to bring people together on the day, whilst recognising that many folk who bought my records or showed me support over the years, could do with a wee party, as we come out of Covid and hit potential financial struggles.“I’ll announce the full list of pubs and locations tomorrow, so if there’s one near you please head over on Monday, show your support and raise a toast to me on my birthday!"In a follow-up post, Paul prompted fans to share pictures of themselves having a toast in his honour.He penned: "It would be great to see photos of you all enjoying your free drinks and celebrations at each pub throughout the day!"Paul was born in Bromborough, Cheshire on May 9 in 1962.He formed the Housemartins in the early 1980s, with Stan Cullimore on guitar, Ted Key on bass and Hugh Whitaker on drums.The Housemartins released a

EX-EASTENDERS star Cheryl Fergison claims her son's dad disowned him when he came out as gay aged 16. The actress, who played Heather Trott in the soap, opened up about her relationship with son Alex on The Hundamental Guide to Life podcast.

The BAFTA Awards are over for another year, although you can bet that we’ll be thinking about all of the gorgeous red carpet beauty looks from Sunday night’s celebrations for pretty much the entire week. One particular hair and makeup ensemble that stood out for us was courtesy of Strictly Come Dancing presenter Tess Daly, whose black and bronze smoky eye was the definition of makeup goals, paired with her classic voluminous loose waves.Though the 43 year old is no stranger to glam beauty looks, we couldn’t help but notice that the heavy eyeliner is very similar to her Strictly co-host Claudia Winkleman’s signature look.

Amanda Redman has told fans she is unable to speak about the death of her New Tricks co-star Dennis Waterman, because the grief is too personal.The actress’s daughter used her mum's Twitter account to share the pain she is going through following Dennis's sad death. The death of Dennis, who was best known for his part in The Sweeney and Minder, was announced by his family yesterday. The 74-year-old actor passed away peacefully in hospital in Spain.

Eamonn Holmes hilariously revealed that he was in his wife Ruth Langsford's "bad books" after asking an "innocent question".The 62 year old television presenter, who recently transformed a bedroom at his and Ruth's Surrey mansion, took to Twitter over the weekend to reveal how he accidentally started a row with Ruth. He tweeted: "Little could I have imagined that a simple question asked out loud like 'Where do we keep the Eggcups?' would have got the day off to such a fractious start. "Sorry I asked," Eamonn added alongside a series of confused face emojis to the post, which sparked debate with many seeing Ruth's point of view.

As a doctor, Emily Andre knows a thing or two about healthy living, which is why Peter Andre's wife was so shocked when she learned of reality star Kim Kardashian's crash dieting to fit into her Met Gala dress. Kim was slammed for promoting unhealthy body standards when she admitted to shedding a whopping 16lb in just three weeks to fit into her gown for the big night.

Ant McPartlin and his wife Anne-Marie Corbett were spotted leaving the BAFTA TV Awards show 2022 after celebrating with the rest of the nominees and guests at the afterparty in the Royal Festival Hall, London.The married couple were all-smiles after an evening of eating and dancing as Newcastle-born Ant, 46, cut a handsome figure in his black tie suit. Coming down the stairs arm in arm, the stars seemed relaxed after a fun night out catching up with their industry co-stars, and a major win for Ant and Dec, who also found time to take a swipe at Piers Morgan. Anne-Marie, 43, opted to wear a floor-length fuchsia pink gown that flattered her figure and cinched in at the waist.

The Royal Family is known for their incredible style with the likes of Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and Sophie, Countess of Wessex leading the way with their sophisticated and regal ensembles. Whether it's a glamorous gown or tailored everyday wear, these ladies certainly know how to impress, despite the fact they're subject to many strict royal outfit protocols.

The Only Way Is Essex's Georgia Kousoulou has slammed new mums who snap back to their pre-baby body.The 30-year-old star, who welcomed her first child with Tommy Mallet last year, said she used to break down when she looked at her mum tum complete with c-section scar and stretch marks in the mirror - but is fiercely proud of her postnatal body now and what it represents. She has spoken out after saying she felt brainwashed into thinking her body would just snap back, and has bravely taken to social media to share inspirational photos of her figure. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

MICHELLE Keegan and Alison Hammond were among the stars who looked all partied out as they left the Baftas. The television favourites were seen jumping into cabs after an evening at the prestigious awards do.

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Will Young has bravely opened about the loss of his brother and the anguish he felt having thrown him out of his home just a week beforehand. The singer's twin, Rupert, died by suicide in July 2020 at the age of 41.

Will Smith’s Oscars slap while hosting the 2022 BAFTA TV Awards.The comedian presented the show on Sunday (May 8) at the Royal Festival Hall in London, where he referred to Will Smith’s altercation with Chris Rock during his opening monologue.Speaking to the audience, Ayoade said: “BAFTA is celebrating 75 years at the heart of our industry, even though industries don’t have hearts.“In 1955, there were only six categories. Barely enough time to get up from your seat and slap someone before the whole ceremony would be over.”He added: “Do not worry your overly-filmed heads, I’m not going to use your faces as punchlines or punchbags, you’ve suffered enough.

Eurovision Song Contest.Kalush Orchestra, a rap group who formed in 2019, replaced Ukraine’s original entrant Alina Pash, who withdrew from the competition in February. The group’s track ‘Stefania’ is an ode to powerful mothers.The Grand Final of Eurovision 2022 will take place at the PalaOlimpico in Turin, Italy this weekend (May 14), with Kalush Orchestra’s odds currently sitting at 8/11 (via Oddschecker).Written by frontman Oleh Psiuk, ‘Stefania’ is also the most watched on YouTube among the 35 contenders.

Manchester City are expected to complete the signing of Erling Haaland without a long and contentious battle for the superstar striker.

Gary Neville has outlined two potentially defining moments in the Premier League title race — one that will benefit Manchester City and the other that could give a boost to their contenders, Liverpool. With three matches to play this season, three points separates the top two with silverware in sight.

Peperami sticks have long been a staple in children’s - and adult’s - lunch boxes ever since they were launched in 1979. But now, more than 40 years on, vegetarians can enjoy a version of the much-loved snack, too.

WestEnd Films is launching international sales in Cannes on Sinner V. Saints, a comedy based on the true story of the so-called “manacled Mormon” sex scandal. Maisie Williams and Freddie Highmore are lined up to star. Tim Kirkby (Fleabag, Veep, The Pentaverate) is directing with shooting due to begin in the first quarter of next year in the U.S. and UK.

Champions League nearly man but has a burning desire to throw off that label.And with Arsenal one north London derby win away from returning to the biggest club competition in the world, he is on the verge of doing just that. Real Madrid won the Champions League three times during Odegaard's time in Spain. But he only played in it twice, in the group stage in 2020.Odegaard said: "I’ve played there a few games but I don’t feel like I’ve really played there.

NBCUniversal will reduce advertising loads across its networks and add more entertainment and news content as the novel coronavirus pandemic continues, and as families quarantine at home. “Now, people all across America are turning to us more for the content that comforts them and connects them to the outside world,” NBCUniversal ad sales and partnerships chairman Linda Yaccarino wrote Monday in a blog post.

By Jill Goldsmith