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Strictly Come Dancing star John Whaite spoke to on the Steph’s Packed Lunch panel and slammed betting companies and called for a complete ban on advertising.Steph McGovern began the show and told viewers that celebrities will no longer be used to promote betting companies.The new rules are to “try and stop the appeal to young people” and they will come “into force ahead of this year’s World Cup”.She then turned to her guests and asked for their opinion, beginning with vicar Kate Bottley.Kate said that she has to deal with a lot of people who are experiencing addiction and admitted that it “tears families apart”.She noted: “No-one wakes up in the morning addicted to something, it’s a very gradual slow process. Sometimes you barely notice before it’s a problem.”She then said that sports stars and celebrities have a “role in the community and to young people”.The 47-year-old also agreed that it was a “good thing” to ban people in the limelight from advertising gambling, but that it doesn’t address “the root of the problem”.Kate called for a “bigger conversation on addiction in communities” and that we need to ask “why these things happen”.Steph also told viewers that Kate had to perform a recent funeral for someone that had a gambling addiction and she said that betting is “easy” nowadays, as apps can be accessed “on your phone, all the time”.John Whaite then gave his thoughts: “In some communities it’s almost become a cultural thing, what people in that community do, as that’s all there is.

Zoe Ball has been flooded with supported as she told fans the 'heartbreaking' reason from her BBC Radio 2 absence. The broadcaster shared on social media that her mum had been diagnosed with cancer after she disappeared from her breakfast show on the station with Gaby Roslin stepping in

Steph McGovern has made an emotional speech to mark her last ever episode of Steph's Packed Lunch as the show has been axed by Channel 4. Former BBC business reporter Steph, 41, has hosted the lunchtime chat show for three years, but earlier this year it was announced that the programme was being cancelled and would air its last episode in December. As Steph was joined by some of the show's regular guests, including Kate Bottley, Chris Kamara, Simon Rimmer, Russell Kane and Marcus Brigstocke, the Middlesbrough-born journalist paid tribute to the show as a "Northern power house".

GOGGLEBOX'S Kate Bottley has announced the death of her mother in a heartbreaking social media post. The reverend made the announcement just hours after confirming mum Margaret had been taken to hospital. Sharing the news on Twitter, Kate posted photos of her mum beaming alongside her and wrote: "She really was a smasher.

Twitter this evening to share the heartbreaking news that her beloved mum Margaret has died.The Gogglebox star previously asked fans to pray for their family following some “scary” health news.  Kate took to social media yesterday to inform her worried fans that Margaret had been rushed to hospital.Today, she shared the devastating news that her mother had died, posting pictures of them both from when she was younger and from later in life."She really was a smasher," she wrote in a sweet tribute to her late mum."May the souls of the faithful departed rest in peace and rise in glory." In a follow-up tweet, Kate added: “And we’ll take all the prayers, mass intentions and general positive thoughts we can get, thanks.“(Also FYI Dry January is cancelled, she bloody loved a Bacardi and Coke).” (sic)Earlier today, Kate sent out an urgent plea to her Twitter followers after her mum was taken ill. "Please pray for M, Lord In Your Mercy,” she wrote. Last Tuesday, the star revealed her mother had been in hospital for several weeks following some “scary” health news. “My Mum has been in hospital for 3 weeks,” she wrote this time last week.“She’s due home tomorrow. It’s been tricky emotionally as well as physically. “She has been cared for by some of the best humans, huge thanks to all @SheffieldHosp and #Solidarity #NHS.”The Channel 4 star has since been inundated with supportive messages from her friends and followers. MP Jess Phillips wrote: “All my love xxxx.” (sic)“Sending a big hug.She looks like a good ‘un and must have been so proud of you,” Jacqui Smith added.

Steph McGovern was put in her place by Gogglebox star Kate Bottley during a TV debate this week. The Channel 4 host was discussing swimming pool etiquette with her show guests on Steph's Packed Lunch, which included Gogglebox's Kate and Strictly Come Dancing star John Whaite.

White Wine Question Time.The TV presenter invited priest and journalist Kate Bottley, 46, to have a conversation on the importance of words when it comes to discussing a person’s weight.The guest explained how people would compliment her on her weight by telling her she is “not as fat as I thought you were”.She pointed out: “This is my body. I live in this.

Channel 4 show, helmed by Steph McGovern, featured Gogglebox star Kate Bottley, comedians Marcus Bridgestock and Rachel Parris - but everyone except Kate was soon on their feet and leaving the set. It came as the panel were discussing New Zealand's attempts to shift people protesting coronavirus restrictions by playing a series of supposedly off-putting songs - including Barry Manilow, Baby Shark and the Macarena.

BBC Breakfast star Dan Walker has been caught out over a story he told fans about wild swimming.The 44-year-old presenter took to his Instagram page on Thursday to take part in a question and answer session with his followers before his appearance on The One Show.After opening up about his favourite chocolate bar and favourite presenter, Dan was asked: "Would you ever go wild swimming like the Strictly tour lot?"He replied: "I was going to actually when they were in Sheffield."I was invited down by the Reverend Kate Bottley and Sara [Davies] but I just couldn't get back from work in time."But it looked like fun and i'd love to have a go."Dan went on to joke: "Appropriate footwear is always essential when wild swimming I think but it looked amazing."However, Dragons' Den star Sara has since revealed the real reason why Dan failed to turn up.Sharing his video onto her own Instagram story, the entrepreneur penned: "Yeah we invited him and he totally flaked on us.....

Strictly Come Dancing history when she won the latest season.She is currently taking part in the show's tour and suffered a "fall" while she and her co-stars went for a swim in Sheffield prior to last night's performance.Fellow Strictly star Sara Davies took to her Instagram to share a video of Rose and her feet.Rose reposted the video in view of her 546,000 followers.The video starts with Rose's feet in view and she can be seen wearing one red sandal and her white trainer.Sara said: "Whose feet are these? What happened?"Rose replied: "I slipped and fell in the water so I've got a really soaking shoe."Some of the Strictly stars met for a swim, as Reverend Kate Bottley posted a snap.The pictures shows how she went swimming yesterday with Nikita Kuzmin, Tilly Ramsay, Rose, Sara, Neil Jones and Maisie Smith.While taking part in Strictly, Rose has formed a close "connection" with her professional partner Giovanni Pernice.Giovanni took to Instagram on Sunday to joke that he had "swapped" Rose for someone else.In view of his 797,000 followers he posted the selfie video.Giovanni said: "So Newcastle, we got the last show and unfortunately Rose couldn't do the show tonight, for some reason."So, I swapped for somebody else and it's actually one of the ABBA members."The camera then moved to Rose in the background, doing the traditional ABBA dance moves whilst singing the group's hit Dancing Queen.Giovanni then moved the camera back to his face as he repeated: "Where's Rose? Where's Rose?"The Strictly professional told The Sun that he and Rose had bonded from the first day they met in rehearsals.He said: "It's more about the connection. It's been good from day one."We understood each other.

Strictly Come Dancing nationwide tour cast are having the time of their lives whilst performing around the country in different cities.MORE: Amy Dowden shares update as she continues to recover from latest health battleWherever the friends go, they take on new and fun adventures, and on Tuesday, as they prepared for their first show in Sheffield, a number of them headed for a dip in the river Rivelin.WATCH: Rose Ayling-Ellis and Giovanni Pernice reveal their jaw-dropping workout routineRose Ayling-Ellis was one of those to take the daring dip in the cold waters, and shared her experience with her fans on Instagram.READ: Rose Ayling-Ellis stuns in skinny trousers on Strictly night outRELATED: Giovanni Pernice's deep connection and protectiveness over Rose Ayling-Ellis explainedThe EastEnders star, who is partnered with Giovanni Pernice, posed for several pictures wearing a warm poncho robe and slip-on water shoes and beamed as she posed with her friends. Rose and some of her Strictly colleagues took a dip in the river RivelinHowever, not all went according to plan as Sara Davies later revealed on her profile.

Our Yorkshire Farm star Amanda Owen had shared the latest transformation to Ravenseat farm, describing it as "bleak".The shepherdess recently took to social media to share the update from the farm along with appearances from some of her children.Since hitting TV screens in 2016, Amanda and her large family are always sharing snippets of their farm life online and on their Channel 5 TV show.The stunning mum-of-nine shared a series of four pics that included two of her daughters to her 189,400 followers.In the snaps, fans could see an old hut, with her showing pictures from the inside and the outside of the building.She captioned the post: "The view from inside & out."Breathing life back into bleak surroundings. #yorkshire #peaceful #winter #sunshine #barn #history."Friends and fans rushed to the Twitter thread and gushed over the famous family.One fan tweeted: "Great pictures of the girls having fun in the old buildings."They are having a great time, love the Owens family."A second added: "Beautiful photos.

Steph McGovern hosted today's lunchtime episode of Steph's Packed Lunch on Channel 4 with her guests Russell Kane, Kate Bottley and Alan Johnson. The panel discussed general current affairs in the news before turning onto a lighter topic.The show was discussing the possibility of a four day working week.

Our Yorkshire Farm's Amanda Owen has explored the Dales in a recent episode of BBC Four's series Winter Walks. The gentle programme sees a variety of well known faces - including Rev.

The Great British Sewing Bee is returning for two star-studded festive specials with a brand new host. The specials will see a Drag Race UK star, soap legends, a famous vicar and a Step's star join the lineup to take on a range of sewing challenges.

Steph McGovern, 39, regularly shares behind-the-scenes footage from the set of her TV show Packed Lunch on social media and today was no different.The Channel 4 presenter took to Instagram after filming her guests as they got ready to go live on air."On the telly in 2 min...@packedlunchc4," she captioned a clip which she shared with her 49,200 followers."We are about to go live," Steph said before panning the camera around the studio to introduce her guests."I've got Gareth Thomas, Marcus Brigstoke, Jacqui Smith and Kate Bottley...

After a short break, everyone's favourite commentary show - Gogglebox - is back on our screens, with endless homes across Britain heading back to their sofas to provide us with some quality entertainment. As fabulous as the current cast members are, fans can't help but miss some of the show's most iconic and memorable characters, who have since moved on from the Channel 4 show.

BBC hit Michael McIntyre's The Wheel.The 69-year-old will be hoping, alongside the likes of Greg Rutherford and Reverend Kate Bottley, that he can help three contestants win a life changing amount of cash as they answer questions on the gameshow.The BAFTA-nominated actor, who rose to prominence as Lord Andrew Lindsay in the 1981 British film Chariots of Fire, is well known across the UK, particularly for his roles as a well-spoken Englishman.And with such tradition steeped in his portrayals, it's hardly surprising that he has previously become close with members of the Royal Family, including Diana.He opened up on how he "adored" the Princess of Wales, but confirmed he was never romantically linked with the royal, as she was married to

Red Nose Day without The Vicar of Dibley, and this year, Geraldine caught up with a very special friend. Dawn French is synonymous with the BBC's fundraising event, whether it's reuniting with her comedy partner Jennifer Saunders or treating fans of her beloved sitcom to special visits to Dibley.

Paddy McGuinness has spoken about 'getting his balls out once again' for the new series of Celebrity Catchpoint.

Comedian Michael McIntyre was back on our screens on Christmas Day to host a celebrity edition of The Wheel.Holly Willoughby, Alan Carr and Oti Mabuse all hoped to answer their way to a fortune for their chosen charities, guided by seven celebrity experts.Alexander Armstrong, Christopher Biggins, Clare Balding, Howard Donald, Kate Bottley, Olly Smith and Ainsley Harriott were on hand to help answer questions on everything from Christmas dinner to pantomimes.However, eagled-eyed viewers noticed a major change to the show's format during the special episode.The catchy theme tune which usually plays when host Michael yells "Spin the wheel" was replaced by iconic Christmas songs in a bid to spread some festive cheer.Fans of the show rushed to