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Amanda Holden has teased the return on Britain's Got Talent but a familiar face is missing from the judging line-up.The 41-year-old star logged into her Instagram page on Tuesday (October 11) evening to share a behind-the-scenes snap from the filming of spin-off show Britain's Got Talent - The Ultimate Magician.She posted a snap showing the stage as well as the names of the judges underneath the iconic X's, which light up if one of the panellists press their buzzer.READ MORE: Emmerdale Faith Dingle's tragic cancer storyline inspired by late BGT starAmanda's name was visible as well as her fellow judges Alesha Dixon and David Walliams.However, regular head judge Simon Cowell's name was replaced by American magician Penn Jillette, who replace the show boss on the panel for the special series.Penn is best known for being one half of world-famous duo Penn & Teller alongside Raymond Joseph Teller.Opening up on the show, he said: "Being a guest judge on BGT is going to be the cushiest job ever. "They’ve gone all around the world to find the most astounding magicians, and I get to sit and watch and be amazed.

Ant and Dec have been forced to pull out out of a Britain's Got Talent special as a result of illness. It's believed that the hosts are unlikely to attend the National Television Awards, in which they have word Best Presenter 20 years running, tomorrow Thursday 13 October, also. A spokesperson from Britain's Got Talent, said in a statement: "Ant and Dec are both unwell and have postponed all work commitments until they recover.

Ant and Dec have pulled out of a scheduled hosting gig for a special episode of Britain's Got Talent due to illness – leaving the National Television Awards in doubt.It has been reported that Stephen Mulhern will step in for the veteran presenting duo instead for a two-hour special episode.Britain's Got Talent: The Ultimate Magician is bringing together the most memorable magicians from previous series to compete for £50,000.READ MORE: Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly's jaw-dropping net worth unveiled after 30-year careerAnt and Dec won't be the only ones missing from the event, as head judge Simon Cowell will also not be attending due to filming commitments in the US.Instead, Penn Jillette of Penn & Teller will be stepping in as a guest judge.Speaking of his new role, Penn said: "Being a guest judge on BGT is going to be the cushiest job ever. They’ve gone all around the world to find the most astounding magicians, and I get to sit and watch and be amazed.

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Lorraine Kelly had viewers in stitches after telling off David Walliams when he crawled off stage during a chat about his latest book.

David Walliams has revealed that he and Sheridan Smith have a pact to get married if they run out of other options. The TV stars are friends and have teamed up to film Gangsta Granny Strikes Again, where they play husband and wife.

Peter Andre has admitted he is jealous of TV presenter Bradley Walsh as he returns to screens to host another series of Blankety Blank.The show, which first aired in 1979 with Terry Wogan at the helm, has since been hosted by Les Dawson, Paul O'Grady as Lily Savage and David Walliams, before 62 year old Bradley took over in 2020. But Peter, 49, has now admitted that he would love the chance to host the show. Writing in his column, the Mysterious Girl hitmaker said: "Blankety Blank is back on our screens on BBC1 and I love the show’s host, Bradley Walsh.

Coronation Street fans came to know actress Naomi Cooper-Davis back in 2019 when she appeared as ruthless debt collector Sharon Geary.She thrilled fans with her portrayal of the villainous henchwoman as she carried out the duties of her loan shark employer Rick Neelan.Sharon became embroiled in a host of dramatic storylines, including assisting Rick in kidnapping Gary and capturing Sarah Platt and Leanne and Toyah Battersby in Rick’s office.READ NEXT: Corrie's Millie Gibson shares sweet on-set selfie as she says goodbye to co-starShe plays the role on and off from 2018 to 2020 with a return to the role in September 2021.But the talented actress has appeared in a string of other TV roles.More than a decade before she walked on the famous cobbles, Naomi appeared in a classic comedy sketch show, Little Britain, where she appeared alongside show stars, Matt Lucas and David Walliams.Eagle-eyed fans may also remember the star from the hit comedy series Peep Show, alongside Sophie Winkleman where she appeared in the infamous paintball episode The Love bunker as Deena back in 2012.The star took her career differently when she appeared as a prostitute in the fifteenth-century crime drama The Borgias. Her first recurring role since Coronation Street came about in 2019 when she appeared as Kaylee Jones in the UK version of the Norwegian show Temple, about a surgeon who is determined to save his dying wife and begins treating criminals for cash in his highly illegal secret underground clinic.

Coronation Street viewers will see tensions rise between the Alahan family in upcoming scenes when Aadi tells his dad Dev about his plans to marry Kelly Neelan (Millie Gibson).The father and son come to blows with Dev disapproving of their engagement.Corrie latest explosive storyline is one in a long list of shockers for the Alahan clan who have seen more than their fair share of action over the last 23 years since Dev arrived in Weatherfield.READ MORE: Corrie Sunita star's life - Emmerdale actor romance, Boy George link and two lovers ruleDaily Star take a look at where the cast members who have been a part of the family are now.Dev - played by Jimmi Harkishin - first arrived in Weatherfield in November 1999 having relocated from Birmingham to take over his Uncle Ravi's shop.Over the years Dev has become quite the businessman investing in Street Cars and Prime Doner.He also had many an affair with flings with everyone from Deirdre Barlow to crazed lover Maya Sharma.But his one true love was on/off wife Sunita, who ultimately tragically died at the hands of her own lover Karl Munro, leaving Dev to raise their twins alone. Sunita first arrived in Coronation Street having fled an arranged marriage in Mumbai and started working at Dev's shop.

Sir Elton John and David Furnish have been making the most of the last days of summer with their sons, Zachary and Elijah.MORE: Elton John posts moving tribute to Princess Diana on 25th anniversary of her passingThe family spent last week in the south of France onboard a yacht with famous friends, including David Walliams. But now it's back to work for the couple – and back to school for their boys.

The wedding between Simon Cowell and Lauren Silverman is rumoured to be taking place in the coming days, after the X Factor star proposed in 2021. Lauren and Simon, who share son Eric Cowell, seven, have been together for years since first being introduced by the Britain’s Got Talent judge’s friend Andrew Silverman, who was married to Lauren at the time. Simon and his future wife are absolutely enamoured with each other, with Simon getting down on one knee last year despite repeatedly saying he didn’t think he would ever get married.

David Furnish and Elton John are currently enjoying the last days of summer on board a yacht in the South of France, and whilst they have been joined by several friends, such as Elizabeth Hurley and David Walliams – their sons, Zachary and Elijah, have also joined in on the fun.MORE: Elton John and Britney Spears shock fans with Tiny Dancer coverTaking to Instagram on Wednesday, David shared an incredibly rare photo of them, and it showed Zachary and Elijah being incredibly brave and jumping off the yacht onto the sea.WATCH: Elton John's sons ski like pros in unbelievable videoThe three of them can be seen with their hands up in the air whilst one of his boys is already mid-air. The family will have been counting down the days to their holiday together after a difficult year for Elton, which saw him take a break from his Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour amid health issues, including a fall that required surgery, and catching Covid in January.RELATED: Elizabeth Hurley stuns in pink low-cut swimsuit as she relaxes on board a yachtREAD: Elton John makes fans tearful after sharing big news – 'I'm so excited'Since then, however, Elton has revealed that he is in "top health" and a picture shared by the singer on his Twitter shows him looking better than ever, kitted out head to toe in Gucci.

Britain's Got Talent judge David Walliams has revealed what he really thought of Prince William and Duchess Kate after sitting behind them in the Royal Box at this year's Wimbledon.MORE: Exclusive: David Walliams why he keeps him out of the spotlightThe Little Britain creator, 51, shared his delight at the seating plan of the epic tournament which saw him and his mother Kathleen within touching distance of the Duke and Duchess.WATCH: David Walliams films inside beautiful London home"It was quite a good seating plan actually, me and my mum were behind William and Kate who were both very easy to talk to, it was very nice and because we were sat there for quite a long time, it was natural to chat a lot," the star exclusively revealed to HELLO!READ: Exclusive: David Walliams reveals fatherhood has 'really transformed' Simon CowellSEE: David Walliams shares hilarious photos from 'honeymoon'"[You keep the conversation] light. [We chatted about] the Jubilee, I'd been skiing where they had been skiing, just chatting, it was just easy you know - my mum was really happy! David and his mum were sat behind the royals"Then you just have all the people from around the world texting you going 'how the hell are you in the royal box' it was nice.

Elizabeth Hurley has travelled to the South of France to join her good friends, Elton John and David Furnish on board a yacht.MORE: Elizabeth Hurley frolics in the grass in denim shorts as she declares her love for her dogsWhilst the mother-of-one has remained silent on her own Instagram, David has been sharing pictures from their days together on his Stories – and she looks stunning as always.WATCH: Elizabeth Hurley stuns in video paying tribute to her dogsIn new photos shared on Wednesday, Elizabeth can be seen wearing a bight pink swimsuit alongside a matching crochet skirt and a straw hat, to protect her from the sun.MORE: Elizabeth Hurley stuns as she revisits sultry outfits - and WOWRELATED: Elizabeth Hurley braves summer heat in chain-link bikiniIn the fun snap, taken on board a yacht, she can be seen posing next to David as they both enjoy an ice lolly. Elizabeth and David enjoyed an ice lolly on board their yachtAnother photo sees them sitting down next to each other, simply smiling for the camera.On Tuesday, Elton's husband had shared another gorgeous photo of Elizabeth, showing her all glammed up for a night out, alongside himself and David Walliams.The children's author has been very active on Instagram, sharing more fun pictures alongside the Royals actress – which reveal the great relationship they have."With the dreamy @elizabethhurley1," he captioned a post featuring several snaps of them hugging and being playful for the camera.

David Walliams has revealed his reason for keeping his young son out of the public eye. The Britain’s Got Talent judge, 51, shares nine-year-old Arthur with ex-wife Lara Stone, 38. He was married to the Dutch model from 2010 until 2015 after they met at a football match in 2009.

David Walliams prefers to keep his personal life out of the spotlight.But he made an exception this week for a very special reason. David, 50, shared four photographs with his fans on Instagram showing him reading to his goddaughter, Ruby.

Spice Girls.Alongside Victoria Beckham, Emma Bunton, Melanie C and Melanie B - the five-piece went on to have a slew of hits and fast became the biggest girl band to grace our airwaves. Known as Ginger Spice, Geri was a hit with the band's fans, but broke their hearts when she announced she was departing.READ MORE:Spice Girl Geri Horner's hottest snaps ever - PVC corset, tiny bikini and knicker flashOn May 31, 1998, Geri broke the sad news through her solicitor that she had left the Spice Girls due to depression and differences within the group.But aside from her glam life as a popstar, Geri has had a pretty hectic love life - filled with high profiled flings and relationships with fellow famous faces.Here at Daily Star, to celebrate Geri's 50th birthday today, we're taking a look into her most prolific flings and relationships...Ah, the perfect pairing - a boyband heartthrob and a girl band bombshell.In 2004, this dreamy pairing occurred after the pair presented Party in the Park.The Blue singer then took Geri on a slew of dates before he confided in her to reveal one of his deepest secrets.Revealing his sexuality to her, Geri was trusted enough by Duncan to allow him to reveal all.He later went on to tell Gay Star News: "I used to fancy the pants off Geri.

Geri Halliwell turns 50 today (August 6).The former Spice Girl and solo pop star was criticised by some fans this week after hugging Nadine Dorries in a selfie taken with the Tory MP at the women's Euros 2022 final.The It's Raining Men singer has regularly made headlines down the years - usually related to a string of high-profile relationships.While she has long settled down, here are some of Halliwell's past flings, boyfriends and fiancés before she married her husband, the Formula One team boss Christian Horner.After breaking up with polo playing beau Jamie Morrison, the singer formerly known as Ginger Spice briefly dated radio presenter and DJ Chris Evans in 1999.In a match made in pop heaven, Halliwell was with Robbie Williams for while from 2000 to 2001.She then moved on to Limp Bizkit frontman Fred Durst, before reportedly dating both Duncan James and Lee Ryan from Blue over the next few years.During a brief brief fling with screenwriter Sacha Gervasi, Halliwell fell pregnant with her daughter Bluebell Madonna.She later started dating Britain's Got Talent judge David Walliams - a romance said to have lasted only six weeks.Halliwell is said to have had an on and off relationship with Henry Beckwith from 2009 to 2011, before she reportedly dated Russell Brand for a few months after the pair met at the Olympics 2012 Closing Ceremony.Her marriage to Horner may have proven to be third time lucky for Halliwell.In 2008, she got engaged to shipping tycoon Fabrizio Politi, but that only lasted about four months.Previously, Halliwell was reportedly briefly engaged to a wealthy American named Demian Warner, soon after they met back in 2002.It has been suggested that Halliwell may also have been betrothed during her

David Walliams, who had a cheeky response when he bumped into another celeb.INSIDE: BGT judges Simon Cowell, David Walliams & more have the most epic homes – insideThe Britain's Got Talent judge ran into former footballing star Jamie Redknapp, and in a photo the pair posed together. In the snap, David wore a plain blue shirt, while Jamie almost looked to be his double in a simple mint-green top and both of them wore a pair of snazzy sunglasses.

YMU has snapped up Simon Cowell.

Simon Cowell’s marriage. The singer, who previously dated Simon on and off for 20 years after they first met in 1980, is a trained minister and is willing to put her skills to the test as the Syco boss prepares to wed Lauren Silverman. ‘I am ordained so I could actually officiate if Simona and Lauren would like me to,’ Sinitta told Good Morning Britain presenters Charlotte Hawkins and Ben Shephard on Thursday’s programme.