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While she was in hospital, eagle-eyed doctors spotted that she was also suffering from an immune disorder which placed her at risk of developing blood clots."My immune system [went] out the f****ng window, my adrenal glands clotted and bled," she shuddered during an interview with the Observer.To help her body to produce adrenaline, medical staff recommended that she start a course of steroids, which she continued to be reliant on for 17 years.However, she was warned not to mix medications, meaning that she was unable to go onto HRT (hormone replacement therapy).Without treatment for the dramatic symptoms of menopause, Kathy's mental health began to crumble, with devastating consequences for her personal life."I didn’t want to go anywhere because I hated being a woman during my menopause," she confided to the Observer."I was like, ‘Why am I a woman?’ I couldn’t bear it."The star admitted the hormonal upheaval left her prone to "dark suicidal thoughts", adding that, to her, the menopause had been "the biggest b*****d" amongst the female anatomy".She felt "isolated" and went as far as making plans to kill herself, before thankfully having a change of heart.The star had concocted elaborate plans about how she would take her own life, before recovering from her depression."Once I’d made that decision, I could relax … then the depression started to lift a wee bit," she tragically recalled.Kathy had a troubled early life, with her mother dying when she was a baby.She was forced to temporarily enter the foster care system due to her father's dependency on alcohol, but has excelled in her career in adult life, and, as her website suggests, is now "one of the most loved British actresses of her generation"."I’m so glad I didn’t

Linda Robson has opened up on her Birds of a Feather co-star Pauline Quirke's heartbreaking dementia diagnosis. Last month, Pauline's husband, Steve Sheen, shared the difficult news that she was diagnosed with dementia in 2021 through an emotional statement.

Linda Robson has shared a fresh update on Pauline Quirke's devastating dementia diagnosis, saying her best friend of more than 50 years 'doesn't remember her'.

Despite recently declaring her intention to 'take a year off from TV', This Morning's Alison Hammond has embarked on an exciting new venture.The Sky original podcast, Smart TV, is a fresh spin-off of Rob Beckett's Smart TV television series, set to launch next week before the series makes its anticipated return to screens later this year. Each episode features Alison, 49, and comedian/presenter Matt Crosby, engaging in lively chats with well-known personalities about their ideal cosy night in front of the telly.

Comedian Jimmy Carr has shared a shocking revelation about his brush with death as a child due to a severe infection.The 52 year old comic, who will be hosting the 2024 Big Fat Quiz of the Year on 27 December, was diagnosed with meningitis as a toddler, leaving him 'close to death' due to the immense toll it took on his body. As per NHS guidelines, Meningitis is an infection of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord (meninges).This condition can affect anyone but is most prevalent in babies, young children, teenagers and young adults. If not treated promptly, meningitis can lead to life-threatening sepsis and cause permanent damage to the brain or nerves.

Deadline’s Read the Screenplay series highlighting the scripts behind the year’s buzziest awards-season films continues with Steve McQueen‘s Blitz, a searing period action drama that imagines one story of a million during The Blitz, when Nazi Germany bombed the UK for eight straight months during World War II.

The Guardian, the award-winning deadpan comic spoke about the surreal experience of being interrupted by Paul Weller and Robbie Williams – at the same gig.Answering a question about the strangest encounters he has had with fans, he replied: “Hardly a fan but once I was heckled by Paul Weller. It wasn’t aggressive, but then of course everyone just looked at him, not me.”“Then later, in the same show, someone else shouted out and it was Robbie Williams.

EXCLUSIVE: Saoirse Ronan, a four-time Oscar nominee, has been earning an entirely new set of props for her performance in Blitz, the latest feature from British filmmaker Steve McQueen. 

Rylan Clark has come a long way since his reality TV days, now boasting an impressive CV with roles on BBC Radio Two and hosting gigs for shows like Ready Steady Cook, Strictly Come Dancing: It Takes Two, and Supermarket Sweep.The star, who turned 36 last week, has had his fair share of ups and downs since he first appeared on The X Factor in 2012. His win on Celebrity Big Brother in 2013 not only kick-started his presenting career but also led to love with former police officer and fellow Big Brother contestant Dan Neal.The pair's whirlwind romance culminated in a proposal in Paris and a glamorous wedding in 2015.

While Greg James is a household name from his years of experience on the radio, it has been revealed that his real moniker isn't the one he's known by, but is actually Greg Milward.The radio presenter was appearing on Kathy Burke's Where There's A Will, There's A Wake podcast when he revealed that he has actually been going by his first and middle name for years. "I'm writing a book. It's my first non-fiction adult book.

Ellise Shafer Saoirse Ronan discussed the relevance of Steve McQueen‘s WWII drama “Blitz” amid escalating global conflict during the film’s press conference at the BFI London Film Festival, saying that it was her first time not being able to “escape” from a project. “The thing that made this so real as a filming experience is that you’d shoot certain scenes where there’s total chaos and pandemonium and we’re having to portray characters in abject fear and horror, and then you would leave set and you’d turn on the radio and you’d hear exactly the same thing, and you’d put on the news and you’d see exactly the same thing,” she said.

Jam frontman Paul Weller “was doubtful” about starring in his new World War II drama Blitz, but ultimately “trusted” the director.The film receives its world premiere at the opening night of the London Film Festival on Wednesday (October 9), and will then go into a limited cinematic release in the UK and US on November 1.The Oscar-winning director (12 Years a Slave, Shame, Widows) has cast newcomer Elliot Heffernan as the film’s protagonist, a nine-year-old boy that is sent from London for his safety as German bombs rain down on the city, but the boy is determined to return home.Saoirse Ronan plays his mother, while the film also stars Kathy Burke, Stephen Graham and Harris Dickinson, as well as musicians Weller and Benjamin Clementine.In a new interview with Variety, McQueen has spoken about his choice to cast the Modfather in his first major film role. “With Paul, I just thought there was an authenticity to his face,” the director said.“He looks like a person from that time.

Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor Saoirse Ronan is gearing up for a fierce Oscar season, with two performances poised to battle for the industry’s top honors. Variety confirms Ronan will compete in both the lead actress race for the Sundance hit “The Outrun” and supporting actress for her upcoming work in the World War II epic “Blitz” — potentially setting her up as a double acting nominee this awards season. If double-nominated, which is currently projected on Variety Awards Circuit’s predictions, she would be the 13th person and youngest actor to receive two acting nominations in the same year.

The trailer for Saoirse Ronan‘s new movie has been released!

Ellise Shafer Steve McQueen‘s “Blitz,” a historical drama taking place as Nazi Germany bombed London during World War II, has released its first trailer. The Apple Original film stars Oscar nominee Saoirse Ronan as Rita, a distraught mother who frantically searches for her 9-year-old son George (newcomer Elliott Heffernan) after sending him to the countryside during the Blitz. The cast also includes Harris Dickinson, Erin Kellyman, Stephen Graham, Kathy Burke, Paul Weller, Leigh Gill and Benjamin Clementine.

TV icon Stephen Fry has reportedly become the first celeb to sign up for the star-studded version of The Traitors.The 67 year old Cambridge graduate was reportedly thrilled to be asked and didn't hesitate to say yes after being hooked on the first two series of the popular backstabbing show. Other big names rumoured to be involved include Ricky Gervais, Kathy Burke and Jonathan Ross, but show bosses aren't rushing to fill the castle seats.The spin-off show was announced earlier this month after the original series became a massive hit in December 2022.The celebrity version will feature some of the original's many famous fans and Claudia Winkleman will return as host.

Kevin and Perry revival following numerous requests from Oasis fans.Burke, who played sidekick Perry to Harry Enfield’s Kevin The Teenager, went viral again following the news of Oasis’ reunion tour thanks to an old sketch starring the Manchester band’s hit ‘Wonderwall’. In the sketch, Perry hilariously returns from Manchester as a converted Oasis fan.The actress responded to the sketch going viral on social media, writing: “Very nice to see this doing the rounds again.

“Aw’right, our Kev!”. Brandishing a half-drunk bottle of Oasis summer fruit, actor Kathy Burke swaggers into the house, rattling off a stream of stereotypical Manc phrases.

Steve McQueen’s Blitz, starring Saoirse Ronan and Elliott Heffernan, will be the closing night selection of the 62nd New York Film Festival, making its North American premiere, said the fest’s parent Film At Lincoln Center.

Rylan Clark has taken to Instagram to share a heart-warming throwback snap of him and his mum, Linda Clark, in honour of her birthday.The 35 year old TV star, who is known for his close bond with his mum, posted the photo with the sweet caption: "Happy birthday to my number 1. Happy Birthday mum x".The post was quickly filled with birthday wishes from Rylan's followers for Linda's 72nd birthday.The adorable photo shows a young Rylan, now towering at over 6FT 3IN barely reaching his mother's waist in his school uniform complete with a yellow and blue tie.

Comedian Jimmy Carr has shared a shocking revelation about his brush with death as a child due to a severe infection.The 51 year old comic, known for his controversial humour, was diagnosed with meningitis as a toddler, leaving him 'close to death' due to the immense toll it took on his body. As per NHS guidelines, Meningitis is an infection of the protective membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord (meninges).This condition can affect anyone but is most prevalent in babies, young children, teenagers and young adults. If not treated promptly, meningitis can lead to life-threatening sepsis and cause permanent damage to the brain or nerves.

Steve McQueen will debut his latest feature Blitz, an exploration of London during World War 2, on opening night at this year’s London Film Festival. The pic will screen as a world premiere.