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It came after she took a Mensa test, which told her she was in the top two percent of the population for intelligence and high IQ. When Clive discovered she had taken the test, he was furious, and the rift led to the downfall of the marriage. Talking on the Walking The Dog with Emily Dean podcast, she elaborated: "He had this degree and I don’t [so] I secretly went off and did the Mensa."I lied, I said I was going somewhere else, and it took a day to do this test.

Twitter to share her daily shenanigans with her fans, with the former This Morning presenter sharing an update on her recent health woes.The TV personality revealed she had been "lapping up" sympathy after testing positive for Covid, as she now has "full body-aches".Fern took to Twitter at the weekend to reveal she had tested positive for Covid-19, after testing negative the day before.The former This Morning presenter took to Twitter today to update her fans on her symptoms.She wrote in view of her 115,100 followers: "Good afternoon covid chums."How are you? Today my body aches from the waist down and shoulders up. You?"Many social media users rushed to the comments to share their Covid stories and wish the presenter well.K8_fletch said: "My symptoms started 24hrs ago.Sore throat, awful headache and body aches."No positive result yet.

This Morning host previously tested negative for Covid-19 before re-testing today and being confirmed positive.On Twitter, she shared a photo of her positive coronavirus test and typed: “You are all so lovely! Lapping up the sympathy and sending love to everyone who is suffering. “Back to bed xxxxxxxx,” she added.The star had received many messages of support after saying yesterday she was “sore” and “achy” from a mysterious illness.@ShelleyBathy replied: “Hope you feel better soon. Me and my fella have got it too.”@The_Environmunt commented: “Feel for you.

Walking The Dog, when she was overcome by her emotions, prompting the host to exclaim: "I've made Fern Britton cry!" Host Emily had been praising her resilience in times of trouble and lack of fear in moments of vulnerability - and finally described her as a "lovely woman", which prompted the waterworks from Fern.The pair had been discussing resilience in cases such as relationship breakups, causing the twice married star to confide in her about how she really felt."I think I am [resilient, but] that doesn't mean to say that I haven't had issues of confidence or anxiety," she exclaimed."In life you can't be happy every minute, every hour, every day - you can't - and life is a big endurance challenge!"Referring to her brood of four, she passionately exclaimed: "If I didn't have the children, I don't know what I'd have done.

Fern explained: "No! Had a few problems but the twins are IVF and that's wonderful and they are nearly 29 and doing their thing."They're great boys. Actually, I'm very proud of them."My girls are ones who just turned 25 and the little one is 21 in August and they are having a wonderful time."The little one lives with me."Fern was married to her first husband Clive Jones from 1988 until 1998, during which she had two boys, Jack and Harry, conceived through IVF.The couple also had a daughter, Grace.She began dating TV chef Phil Vickery in 2000 and the pair wanted a child, and their daughter Winnie arrived in 2001.Earlier this year Fern discussed her problems with IVF to fellow presenter Kate Thornton on her podcast White Wine Question Time.She exclaimed: "Anyone who has been through IVF knows about those drugs and the enormity of building your hopes and dashing them, it’s extreme."Grace was my miracle baby, but then unfortunately my marriage broke up when she was five months [old]."So that was a tricky one so I had a year of really digging deep, but then a year later I met Phil."We were married after a year so that was two years since Gracie was born."And then the last chance saloon, I always say it’s late night shopping just before the doors close, Winnie arrived."So that was exciting and then we had Winnie."Unfortunately, Fern announced her split from Phil in January 2020 in a joint statement.It read: "After more than 20 happy years together, [we] have decided to go our separate ways.

The Apprentice star Karren Brady, 53, didn’t hold back while criticising Fern Britton’s ex-husband Clive Jones, to whom she was married from 1988 to 2000, before tying the knot with her now-ex-husband and This Morning co-star, Phil Vickery, 61. Karren was left seething after Fern revealed the reason behind her split from Clive - that she secretly took and passed a Mensa test, which gave her membership to the High IQ Society.An “immense rift” then occurred between the former couple when Clive didn’t pass the test with flying colours like Fern had done.According to Fern, the rift went on to spell the beginning of the end for their 12-year marriage.While discussing Fern’s comments about the demise of her marriage to the father of three of her four children, Karren wrote in her latest column: “So interesting to hear Fern Britton’s revelation that it was her success on the Mensa test that prompted her divorce from her ex-husband Clive Jones.”The businesswoman fumed: “How sad is that?” Elaborating on her opinion on the matter, Karren declared to The Sun: “If you are happy in a relationship, there is no need to out-do each other.”It comes after Fern explained why she took the Mensa test without her husband’s knowledge.Talking on the Walking The Dog with Emily Dean podcast, the author divulged: "He had this degree and I don’t [so] I secretly went off and did the Mensa."I lied, I said I was going somewhere else, and it took a day to do this test.

cancel culture in a new interview. However, the former This Morning star admitted that someone like Vladimir Putin “does need to be cancelled, and quickly".Fern opened up about her thoughts on cancel culture whilst speaking on the podcast Walking The Dog with Emily Dean.The presenter went for a walk with the podcast host as they chatted whilst out walking their dogs. Fern, who is promoting her new book The Good Servant, discussed the story of Marion Crawford.Marion, whom the book centres around, was the governess to a young Princess Margaret and Princess Elizabeth, who was later shunned by the Royal Family after releasing a book about her time with them. Emily suggested to Fern that what happened to Marion was one of the earliest examples of cancel culture. “She was cancelled, essentially,” Emily remarked, to which Fern replied: “She was.”“She was one of the first big high profile cancellations, really,” Emily continued. “She lost everything,” Fern reflected.

Daily Mail's Weekend magazine: "There comes a point when the children are substantially off your hands and you look at each other and wonder where you’re going to go from here."Yoga-loving Fern added that her life has become more peaceful since closing the door on her relationship with Phil."People say they bounce back from a long relationship, but it takes a while," she clarified to Woman and Home magazine."The rebound is difficult. You chuck the pebble in the pond, but the ripples go on for a very long time.“It’s been a long time getting to the dawn, but I’m in another brand-new chapter and do feel it will be all right."It hasn't been easy for author and presenter Fern in the past few years.Not only did her marriage collapse, but both of her parents died too - and her torment took place against the backdrop of the coronavirus pandemic.However the resilient star has insisted that "there is life afterwards".Recently, it emerged that Fern split from her first husband Clive Jones after he was enraged that she had sailed through an IQ test and he hadn't.Fern reported that the explosive row they had about her Mensa membership was the catalyst that caused her marriage to disintegrate.Talking on the Walking The Dog with Emily Dean podcast, she elaborated: "He had this degree and I don’t [so] I secretly went off and did the Mensa."I lied, I said I was going somewhere else, and it took a day to do this test.

Fern Britton has revealed she misses her "friendship" with her ex-husband, This Morning chef Phil Vickery.MORE: Fern Britton makes 'difficult' revelation about dating after split from ex Phil VickeryDuring a candid chat with Weekend Magazine, the 64-year-old - who split from the celebrity chef in 2020 after two decades together - confessed they parted ways since their romance ran its course.WATCH: Fern Britton makes rare comment about her daughtersShe said: "We had a wonderful time. We were the best of friends.

This Morning presenter admitted that she took part in the test behind his back after anticipating his wrath, and that when he found out, he was enraged.Talking on the Walking The Dog with Emily Dean podcast, she elaborated: "He had this degree and I don’t [so] I secretly went off and did the Mensa."I lied, I said I was going somewhere else, and it took a day to do this test.

TV star Fern Britton has shared the bizarre reason she split from her first husband. Fern says her passing a Mensa test led to divorce. from first husband Clive Jones.

pregnancy back in May that year she said: "Ben and I are delighted to announce that we are expecting our first baby at the end of this year! "We are absolutely overjoyed and can’t wait to meet our little one!"The Soap Awards returned on Sunday night on ITV for an evening of continuing drama glitz and glamour after a two year absence due to the coronavirus pandemic. The event will see the biggest soaps go head to head, as host Phillip Schofield returns to roll out the red carpet at The Hackney Empire in London.

In full view of her 113,900 followers, Fern explained that she’d had a tough day at work. The presenter explained she had spent the day sending the book out on its “pre-trial voyage”. She also added she had a 12 hour shift in total “signing lots of books”.Fern said: “So I’ve had a wonderful day, sending the book out on her sort of pre-trial voyage today.“Doing a million interviews, meeting lots of amazing people and thankfully signing lots of books.“I'm so tired! Just got back after - Well it’s only a 12 hour shift. I know people do much worse.”She then went on to thank her fans for their loyalty and kindness before explaining that the reason her face was so close to the camera was because she wasn’t wearing any trousers. The presenter said: “I haven’t got my trousers on which is why I’ve got to do it this way - took those off!“I’m going to have a cup of tea and go to bed, then start again tomorrow.” Fans were quick to jump on to her post to share their well wishes. @Alisonmb2002 wrote: “You are such a lovely lady.“I have never forgotten your kindness when you rang me and donated your signed cycling tops to our charity ‘Rose’s Gift’ after we met you on the This Morning set back in 2009!” Fern replied: “Thank you Alison.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle arrived at St Paul's Cathedral for the Service of Thanksgiving on Friday.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex joined Prince Charles, Camilla Parker Bowles, Prince William and Kate Middleton among other members of the royal family as they marked the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.It marks the first time the family has returned to British soil with their son Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, three, and daughter Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor, one, since they stepped down from royal duties in 2020.Fern Britton took to Twitter and shared her dismay after she took aim at the Prince of Wales.The former This Morning presenter claimed she thought it "troubling" the Sussexes were sat apart from the working royals.Meghan and Harry spent a few minutes chatting to the senior cleric before entering the cathedral and taking their seats in the second row from the front, while Prince Charles and Prince William sat on the other side.In view of her 113,000 followers, Fern penned: "I understand all the protocols and ‘soft diplomacy’ employed by the Royal Family, but for the #POW [Prince of Wales] to allow Harry and Meghan to be so obviously segregated is troubling."A father should have the b***s to sit as a family with his two children."Her tweet sparked division as social media users flocked to comment on the post.@stellabranch tweeted: "I thought it was totally right for them to be sat with Eugenie and Beatrice and their partners.Secondary Royals."@BabsRambow commented: "They don't want to be working royals any more so they were seated with the rest of the non working royals.They don't want the responsibilities, they are not entitled to the perks."@JennyBarr10 wrote: "I wish them well but think they have chosen a

This Morning presenter shared a picture along with a heartwarming message dedicated to her rescue pet Bob.Fern took to Twitter in view of her 113,100 followers to share a close-up picture of her pet.The black and white feline looked stunning with its large brown eyes.She sadly captioned the post: "Said goodbye to dear Bob today. 13 years of unadulterated character and dearly loved."The finest £60 for the RSPCA I ever spent."Many social media users rushed to the post's comments to share their condolences with the presenter.MariaKimble11 said: "So sorry to hear this xx I lost my beloved Khafre just over 4 years ago at the age of 18.

There was what could have been a very awkward moment on This Morning when Beat The Chasers star Issa Schultz admitted to not knowing who Holly Willoughby was. The quizzer was on the ITV daytime show to chat to the presenter and her co-host Phillip Schofield.

Queen “isn’t going anywhere for some time”.The former This Morning star had taken to Twitter to share a picture of the Monarch at the The Windsor Horse Show.The Queen had recently prompted concerns among observers after she handed over a number of duties to younger royals by pulling out of attending this year's palace garden parties.But Her Majesty appeared to be in great spirits on Friday as she attended the Royal Windsor Horse Show after missing the first day of the event.In view of her 112,400 Twitter followers, Fern shared a photo on Friday of the Monarch smiling broadly alongside the Earl and the Countess of Wessex.She captioned the snap: “The Queen at the The Windsor Horse Show.She looks wonderful.“I don’t believe she’s going anywhere for some time!!!”Royal fans were quick to reply to the tweet to discuss the ongoing concerns surrounding the Queen’s health.Hunter1_lj tweeted: “I pray not. It's just her mobility isn't always great.“But happy to see Her Majesty, @RoyalFamily enjoying one of her passions.

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Fern Britton has revealed that she has struggled to move on after the ending of her marriage to Phil Vickery. The pair split in 2020 after 20 years together and now the well known 64-year-old TV presenter has spoken out about how hard she is finding it to bounce back after the long relationship.

This Morning presenter Fern Britton has told how she's "not taking s**t from anybody" as she reflects on her split from her ITV husband Phil Vickery. One of TV's golden couple's, Phil and Fern caused shockwaves when they announced they were going their separate ways in January 2020.

Twitter to wish all of her followers a Happy Easter Sunday. However, her day took a turn when she tripped up the stairs while holding a tray of tea.Fern shared the disastrous update in view of her 109,600 followers.She said: "THE GREAT EASTER TEA TRAY, TRIP happened at 8.00 am."Two 1 pt mugs of tea.