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Gemma Collins looked incredible as ever as she posed in a black swimsuit while slamming a lack of plus-size options on the High Street. The former The Only Way Is Essex star, 43, recently lost an impressive 20lbs as she embarks on a weight loss journey.

The Great British Bake Off star Laura Adlington has shared how she is "the heaviest and happiest" she's been after embracing body positivity and confidence in herself. Laura, 32, took part in the 2020 series of the Channel 4 contest and admitted she had been terrified of what the reaction from viewers would be to a plus-size woman on a food programme, but says she has now gained confidence from her experiences in the spotlight and is feeling better than ever.

Alison Hammond has been happy to "escape" the drama on ITV's This Morning, as she has shared a life update with her followers.The 48 year old has not been on the daytime show this week, as she has been enjoying a break away, at a "party house" just outside of Bristol. As her "chilled" holiday comes to an end, Alison has shared some snaps and videos from her break on Instagram with her followers.

Alison Hammond looked sensational as she took to Instagram to reveal her National Television Awards outfit of choice before hitting the red carpet. The 47 year old, who has been called a “deserving winner” ahead of the ceremony by pal Gok Wan, took to the social media platform to show off her dazzling gown as she made her way to the awards show alongside her This Morning co-stars. Posting a video to her page, the TV personality could be seen walking down a corridor at the This Morning studio as she practiced her best wave and smile for the cameras, ready for tonight's highly-anticipated ceremony.

The Great British Bake Off star Laura Adlington has opened up about the trauma she went through after doctors told her she needed to lose weight in order to have a baby. Laura, 32, had been trying to conceive for three years with her husband Matt, when they decided to try IVF. Doctors told Laura beforehand though that she must shed 14st if she hoped to start the process.The 2020 GBBO finalist was left distraught and her mental health continued to decline as her friends began to have children around her, which she found "upsetting", despite being happy for them.

The Great British Bake Off star said having to decide against having children was “the hardest thing I've ever gone through”.She said: “Unless you've gone through infertility and that heartache of really wanting it and it not happening… It’s the hardest thing I've ever gone through.”Laura, who appeared on the 2020 series of the Channel 4 show, went on to explain how infertility affected her mental health.She admitted she found herself thinking: “What's the point?” If she could not start family.Laura said: “I've never thought, ‘I want to take my own life’, but I definitely have had thoughts that I didn't want to be here any more.“And I have phoned Samaritans on a few occasions and really benefitted from it,” she added to Fabulous magazine.Laura revealed she has had issues with her weight since she was eight and found it difficult to shed the weight for the IVF process.She explained: “It was such a lot to lose — about 14st and I just struggled to do that.“I wonder if that will always play on my mind, particularly as I get older.”Laura has been outspoken about her thoughts on infertility and how it has affected her.Earlier this year, she took to social media to express her feelings of sadness whenever she thinks about her struggle.Sharing an insight into her life on her Instagram Story, Laura said she wondered what could have been when she picked up her niece from school and watched parents with their children.She wrote: “I did feel a little bit sad today seeing people I went to school with picking up their kids from the same school as my niece, thinking that could have/should have been me.

Instagram reels yesterday sparked rumours that he had “come out” as a member of the LGBTQ+ community.The Great British Bake Off star issued a clarification today in view of his 251,000 followers. “Clarification of a recent reel,” he wrote.“I am trying to address this with sensitivity and kindness.“I recently posted a reel from my holiday. “Some news sites and comments celebrated this as me coming out, and I can appreciate how this has happened. READ MORE: Elton John ‘booed by crowd’ at farewell tour after Newcastle quip“However, this is not the case. I do not identify as LGBTQ+.“I fully support the LGBTQ+ community and will try to be an ally as best as I can.“Representation within the LGBTQ+ community across society is incredibly important.“This is why I felt the need to clarify in this story.“Written with love, Peter,” the expert baker concluded.Peter’s story post comes after some people interpreted him to have revealed himself to be in a same-sex relationship on Saturday. The star was inundated with supportive messages after sharing snaps of himself and someone many believed to be his partner while on holiday in Morocco.Peter was holding hands with the mystery individual, as the track I Found You by Stephen Sanchez played.In his caption, Peter wrote: “Wanderlust | wun•der•lust (n.) a strong desire for or impulse to wander or travel the world. “Collect memories not things.

This Morning’s Alison Hammond has wowed fans with her latest look on the show. Alison, 47, was swamped with enquiries about the colourful paisley outfit she wore on Friday 20th May.She then took to Instagram to tell her 1.1 million followers that it was from Live Unlimited London.

Steph McGovern welcomed kids' television presenter Kirsten O’Brien to Steph’s Packed Lunch and quizzed her on her past presenting roles which uncovered a little known fact.When Steph introduced Kirsten on to the show, she began by noting that the pair always get mistaken for each other.She told Kirsten that it was nice to have her on the show because she “spends her life telling people that she’s not her”.Kirsten told Steph that her own nephew is “adamant” that they are the same person.They laughed about the common mistake, made due to their similar haircuts and matching accents, and told each other that fans tweet one thinking that they are the other.One Twitter user said: “Are Kristen and Steph related? They could easily swap places and fool a casual viewer.”Kirsten was on the show to cook for Steph and her guests Russell Kane, Laura Adlington, Michael Portillo, and Kacey Ainsworth.

Great British Bake Off star Laura Adlington has taken to Instagram to share a moving post about obesity following Alison Hammond revelations on This Morning. Laura, 32, was a finalist in the BBC show in 2020, and has openly admitted to her 208k followers that Alison’s open chat about the topic left her in tears.The reality star took to her Instagram share a picture on Alison in tears on the ITV show and a video of the moment Alison broke down when discussing the delicate issue. Laura wrote: “Today I watched in tears as @alisonhammond55 talked about her struggle with her weight on This Morning.

Instagram followers on Monday that she was wondering what could have been when she picked up her niece from school and watched parents with their children - some of whom Laura had gone to school with herself.The Great British Bake Off star has revealed that she had tried for a baby with her husband, Matt, in the past but they had struggled to conceive. On Instagram stories, she was searingly honest about her feelings.She wrote: “I did feel a little bit sad today seeing people I went to school with picking up their kids from the same school as my niece, thinking that could have/should have been me.“But I’m trying not to dwell on it.The 32-year-old was also feeling grateful.She added: “I’m very lucky in many other ways.”The baker also wrote in a follow-up story: “Sorry, wasn’t planning on sharing that.“Guess it’s really on my mind.“I don’t really think about it any more to be honest, but some days, out of nowhere it just comes and slaps you in the face.“Like the other day, I was clearing out under the bed and found a baby grow we bought about six years [ago] from Tesco when we first started trying.“I held it to my chest and started sobbing uncontrollably.“I have no idea what to do with it now.”Laura continued: “Anyway, no use dwelling on it.“Like I said, I’m lucky in other ways and I’m grateful to have my Niece’s and Nephew’s.” (sic)In 2020, Laura told the Daily Mail that she had considered undergoing bariatric surgery as doctors had told her losing weight would help her conceive.She said: “I came close to doing it. Very close.

Great British Bake Off 2020 finalist Laura Adlington has shared a stunning snap of herself wearing a bikini while on holiday in Mexico. Laura, 32, confessed that it was the first time she has ever worn a bikini as she posted the photo of herself in the leopard print . Alongside the snap she said: “Today I wore a bikini on the beach for the first time ever.

Great British Bake Off in 2020 and reached the final on the popular show.The baker has taken to Instagram to share a snap of herself in a bikini for the first time ever, with fans and friends inundating the star with positive messages.Laura beamed as she posed in a bikini for the first time ever yesterday.She wore a pink leopard print two piece, while she smiled with the blue waters of Mexico behind her.Laura wore her hair in a bun and styled the look with a pair of shades.In view of her 204,000 followers, she captioned the post: "Today I wore a bikini on the beach for the first time ever.A post shared by Laura Adlington (@laura.adlington)"And, for the first time in my entire life, I can honestly say I feel at peace with my body, instead of at war with it."It’s not a perfect body but it’s mine, and I want to feel the sun on it."#selflove #bodyacceptance #bodyconfidence."Friends and fans alike took to the comments to praise the star on her newfound body confidence.Alison Hammond said: "Beautiful, live your life babs!!" (sic)Fellow Bake Off star Crystelle Pereira added: "YES LAURA!! We need more of this.

The Great British Bake Off star hit out in view of her 199,000 followers.The 2020 finalist highlighted the remark online today, after posting about high street clothing.She complained about major retailers for their plus size fashion decisions in a lengthy post two days ago.However, it was one reply that irked her the most and she soon responded.User Bombhsell.Tom told her to shed the pounds, saying it would be simpler and open up more options in the way of clothing.Their comment read: "It would be a lot easier, and increase your selection choices, to operate a calorie deficit and lose weight."Rather than try and change how another person or company goes about their business."Laura than issued a sarcastic response to them via her

Great British Bake Off have fumed after programme makers failed to find representation from Scotland in this year's line-up. Last year's series of the hit BBC series saw Peter Sawkins, an accounting and finance student from Edinburgh, take home the Bake off crown whilst Laura Adlington and Dave Friday finished as the runners up.

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A post shared by Laura Adlington (@laura.adlington)My wish is for brands, especially luxury ones, to focus more on inclusivity rather than exclusivity, so that I don’t have to relegate myself to the accessories section. My bank balance is grateful for it, but my self-esteem not so much.Here are the places that I personally love to shop...Alexis puff sleeve midi dress, £45, Nobody's Child at simplybe.co.ukIt’s very rare to see me not wearing a dress.

A post shared by Laura Adlington (@laura.adlington)‘I was frantically internet shopping trying to find things, which can be so hit and miss. I was conscious of how I was going to look on TV.

Laura Adlington has hit back at a troll that sent her horrendous fat-shaming messages on social media.

The Great British Bake Off star a happy birthday.   The star relaxed in navy joggers and a wine coloured jumper which he paired with his cosy grey footwear.  In the caption he thanked fans for the birthday messages, writing: 'Thank you for your birthday wishes.

"So true!! You don't deserve any of the hate that you get it's awful how people can sit behind a screen and say those things."You're so amazing and positive thank you for using a platform to spread positivity," said a second.A third added: "Awh Diane you are so strong! Thank you for spreading only positive energy, it's all that brightens my day."The Great British Bake Off finalist Laura Adlington also shared her support, adding: "So true."People have no idea the effect online bullying and trolling can have on a person's mental health.  "And I say that from experience going through it last year.