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Radio star Sian Welby found herself in a pickle when she was stuck in a horrendous traffic jam that lasted over three hours - and the pregnant presenter found herself in an awkward predicament when she had to relieve herself at the side of the road. Expecting her baby within weeks, Sian had no option but to make a dash for it behind some roadside foliage. What was supposed to be a quick comfort break turned out to be painfully hilarious when poor Sian chose a bush swarming with nettles.The funny episode, caught on tape, shows the 37-week pregnant star hightailing away from the stingy shrubbery towards a more forgiving location.

Mel B and her daughter, Phoenix Chi, are set to add some extra spice to the next series of Celebrity Gogglebox, marking their first TV appearance together. Phoenix, now 25, previously starred in ITV's Olympics series The Games, while her mother, pop icon Mel B, has been a staple on TV talent shows, including serving as a judge on The X Factor. An insider from the show expressed their excitement about the signing telling the Mirror: "It's so exciting to have Scary Spice and Phoenix on the sofa together, they're going to be fantastic." The duo will join an impressive star-studded lineup featuring the likes of Martin and Roman Kemp, Fearne Cotton, Gok Wan, Rylan Clark, Clare Balding and Gyles Brandreth.

Channel 4 bosses have announced an exciting new pair to grace the sofas, ahead of Celebrity Gogglebox returning to screens next month.

Scots singer Lulu has admitted that she has had to extend her most recent run of gigs despite it being a farewell tour.

Alison Hammond has revealed on-air that even when she feigned pregnancy, she could not get a seat on the train. She made the hilarious confession while chatting with co-host Dermot O'Leary and show regular Gyles Brandreth during Friday's episode of ITV's This Morning. As Gyles recounted how people would graciously offer up their seats for him on public transport, Alison admitted that she could only dream of such a gesture.

Josie Gibson has opened up about a time where she would 'cry on a daily basis' due to online trolls. The presenter, who became a regular host on This Morning in 2021, has spoken about the body shaming she was subjected to following her stint on Big Brother.

Gyles Brandreth has revealed that he blames himself for the death of legendary entertainer Rod Hull. Rod, who was famous for his emu and its TV attacks on Michael Parkinson, died in 1999 after falling from the roof of his bungalow and suffering a severe skull fracture and chest injuries. He was pronounced dead on arrival at hospital.

Since rising to fame back in 2002, Alison Hammond has won the hearts of viewers at home. Following her time in the iconic Big Brother house, the TV personality has gone on to present a whole host of popular shows including This Morning and The Great British Bake Off. She has also worn her heart on her sleeve and appeared on Celebs Go Dating in 2020 in an attempt to find ‘the one’.

This Morning star Alison Hammond's new love interest has been unveiled as she shares rare glimpse into her romantic life. Alison was dating her 'hunky' gardener Ben Hawkins until last year. Their relationship blossomed after she employed Ben in 2021 to spruce up her Midlands estate.

Alison Hammond has revealed the identity of her alleged new boyfriend as she shared a rare insight into her romantic life.

Iconic British pop star Lulu has made the heartfelt decision to retire from touring after an illustrious 60 year career in music. The renowned singer, best known for her hit Boom-Bang-a-Bang, will embark on her final tour in April, culminating in a momentous performance at the London Palladium on April 17.

Charles Dance is opening up about his love life.

Game of Thrones actor Charles Dance has said that his marriage of over 30 years ended because he “succumbed to some temptations”.Dance, 77, who played Tywin Lannister in the HBO series, married Joanna Haythorn in 1970 and the couple had two children together before divorcing in 2004.In a new interview with Gyles Brandreth on the Rosebud podcast, Dance, who also played Lord Mountbatten in Netflix’s The Crown, has spoken about how the marriage came to an end.“For the most part, it was a wonderful marriage, but then, unfortunately, I succumbed to some temptations along the way and the marriage ended because of my behaviour really,” he said. “I eventually had to come clean.”“Because we were living in Somerset, in this enormous place, and Jo had her study at one end and I had mine at the other end, and we became a bit like George and Martha in Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?“Eventually I came back and I thought, ‘really, we have to have (a) very serious conversation’.

ITV's This Morning has been criticised for falling for a prank about a new TV show featuring Kate Middleton, amidst the chaos caused by the Princess of Wales' Mother's Day snap. The 42 year old shared an image of herself with her and Prince William's three children, Prince George, 10, Princess Charlotte, 8, and Prince Louis, 5, on Sunday, 10 March, but drama ensued after several photo companies pulled the images after it was accused of being Photoshopped.

This Morning fans are sure they've spotted a 'secret feud' between Martin Lewis and regular guest Gyles Brandreth. Financial journalist Martin guest presented the show on Monday, 4 March alongside Josie Gibson. Martin, 51, and Josie, 39, were joined by Gyles, 75, and Tim Campbell, 46, to discuss money.The chat focused on the Budget, which will be released on Wednesday, 6 March, and whether it could be include tax cuts.

Vanessa Feltz appeared to take a swipe at her ex-fiancé Ben Ofoedu during an appearance on ITV's This Morning.The TV star took part in a discussion about husbands and noisy sex with her co-stars during a funny segment on Friday, 1 March. Vanessa, 62, joined fellow This Morning regular Gyles Brandreth as well hosts Alison Hammond and Paddy McGuinness to chat about the latest topics in the news.

Meghan Markle once made a 'special promise' to the late Queen when they first met, but things didn't go as planned. Prince Harry was so excited for Meghan to meet his family, especially his dear late grandma, the Queen. Their surprise visit to Windsor Castle meant Meghan had to quickly learn how to curtsy from Harry's aunt, Sarah Ferguson.

Scots singer Lulu was overcome with emotion as she opened up on the death of her parents. The 75-year-old iconic Shout singer reflected on losing both her mum and dad within years of each other on Gyles Brandreth's Rosebud podcast and also about their tumultuous relationship, writes The Mirror.

Singer Lulu was overcome with emotion when she talked about her mum and dad dying in a new interview, explaining it was really hard because they died close to each other. Speaking to Gyles Brandreth on his podcast, Rosebud, Lulu, 75, shared how her mum and dad didn't always get along but they still loved each other. She said: "They loved each other because ultimately, they stayed together, which sounds crazy because today it wouldn't happen.

Lulu has announced her farewell tour and intentions to retire from touring after 60 years in music.The Scottish singer is best known for her song ‘Boom Bang-a-Bang’, which won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1969. She also released her smash hit ‘Shout’ in 1964.Now, she has announced her final tour ‘Champagne For Lulu’, which will run this April to coincide with ‘Shout’ and its 60th anniversary. Lulu announced the news on Gyles Brandreth’s ‘Rosebud’ podcast.

This Morning fans were left confused on Friday as the ITV show dropped off air whilst live.