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Chris Packham, 61, met his girlfriend Charlotte Corney in 2007 when he visited her zoo in the Isle of Wight at her zoo.

Beyond Paradise star Zahra Ahmadi is known to fans of the Death in Paradise spin-off series as DI Humphrey Goodman's partner in crime DS Esther Williams - but viewers might recognise her from another high-profile role. Zahra, 42, first found fame in EastEnders as the original Shabnam Masood, and while it's been 16 years since she was last seen in Albert Square, the actress has plenty of other big-name shows on her CV.

Former Made in Chelsea star Jamie Laing was grilled about "getting Jordan North sacked" from BBC Radio 1 in an awkward interview. The reality star was put under the microscope when he and wife Sophie Habboo appeared on Channel 4's Sunday Brunch.

Jamie Laing was grilled about his latest career move during his appearance on Sunday 18 February's episode of Sunday Brunch.The 35 year old was joined on the show by his wife, fellow Made in Chelsea star, Sophie Habboo, who he married in a lavish Marbella ceremony last year. While talking to hosts Tim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer, he was awkwardly asked about "getting Jordan North sacked" from his BBC Radio 1 gig. It comes after 34 year old Jordan confirmed he was leaving the station after 10 years, which many fans thought was out of the blue.

Chef and Sunday Brunch presenter Simon Rimmer, 60, has accidently let slip that he's a part of this year's ITV singing competition, The Masked Singer - or has he? Fans were shocked as the host spilled the beans on air that he is in fact Dippy Egg as he chatted to Absolutely Fabulous legend Julia Sawalha, 55, after she was recently unveiled as Bubble Tea on the hit show. As the pair reflected on her time on the show, the star seemed to forget himself in the moment. He said: "I always assumed that you picked your own costumes," Simon commented.

Sunday Brunch hosts were forced to apologise after an actor swore on the live programme. Host Tim Lovejoy told viewers "we apologise for the bad language" after a guest dropped the f-bomb just minutes into the show.

Strictly Come Dancing's Jowita Przystal was left a bit miffed after an awkward mix-up on Sunday Brunch. She appeared alongside former Strictly contestant, Krishnan Guru-Murthy on the weekend talk show ahead of Strictly's live tour, when hosts Tim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer asked her about her birthplace in Poland - but incorrectly named her home city.The hosts claimed that she was from the Polish city of Katowice, however, this is not where she is from.

Celebrity chef Simon Rimmer has spoken out after his much-loved vegetarian restaurant announced its closure. On Tuesday, January 2, the news broke that Greens in Didsbury is now shut after 33 years.

A top chef has opened up about a touching gesture from Greens boss Simon Rimmer during a difficult time, as he paid tribute to the restaurant's legacy after it announced its shock closure.

Ben Miller has hinted that he may be joining this year's I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! lineup. The Bridgerton star, 57, teased a possible jungle stint as he appeared on Sunday Brunch to promote his new children's book Once Upon A Legend.

The Great British Bake Off is finally back, with the 14th series of the hit baking show kicking off on Channel 4 on 26 September. A new set of 12 amateur bakers have entered the tent and are hoping to impress Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith with their culinary skills. Presenter Noel Fielding is also back, but this time he's joined by Alison Hammond, who has replaced Matt Lucas as Noel's co-host on the show.

Actor and comedian Steve Coogan has been seen in the first official picture from a new TV drama, where he portrays the depraved TV presenter Jimmy Savile. The 57-year-old Alan Partridge star transforms into the BBC star in a new BBC One drama, The Reckoning.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Les Dennis has reportedly signed up for the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing, a move that has apparently left BBC bosses "thrilled".The 69-year-old, best known for Family Fortunes during the 1980s and 1990s, was asked to join the hit series during his time as Michael Rodwell on Coronation Street from 2014 to 2016. Discussing the offer on Sunday Brunch in 2018, Les said that he wasn't allowed to take part due to an ITV soap "policy". However, he admitted: "I wouldn't mind doing it, I always like a challenge." But if recent reports are to be believed it looks like Les' Strictly dream will come true after all.

More than 30 years ago, two mates were putting the world to rights over a Nepalese curry and a couple of pints when they noticed a small vegetarian cafe on Lapwing Lane, just off Burton Road in West Didsbury. Though neither of them had run a restaurant before, something about it piqued their interest.

#SimonRimmer doesn’t think womens responses ever mattered.” In response, Simon hit back: “I’ve removed myself from the conversation. “If you want to come and visit the new site please let me know when and I will happily show you around and sit down and have a conversation. “I won’t enter into an online discussion - where I’m wrongly accused of not valuing women.” @Jobie21 wrote supportively: “I’ve visited the orig Greens. “The food was amazing & you’ve been kind enough to answer DMs to help me with recipes.To suggest you don’t value people is utter rubbish.Sorry you’ve got caught in this nonsense.“Love the food in your restaurants, couldn’t care less where I wee!! Xx” Conversely, @Padelgirl wasn’t as much in agreement of the new policy. The Twitter user wrote: “I will not visit your site as I refuse to share 'private' space with a man. “Whether he chooses to identify as a woman on that day is of no interest to me.” Earlier this week, Simon admitted on Twitter that his defence of the decision had caused him to have a “horrible few days”.The presenter is known for hosting Sunday Brunch on Channel 4 alongside Tim Lovejoy. 

Sunday Brunch after he cut his finger quite badly on the morning show.The former Blur band member joined hosts Tim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer on the Channel 4 programme to cook up some steak with a helping of blue cheese, but he ended up clipping his finger in the process.Once the unfortunate accident took place, the 54 year old could be seen using only his right hand as one of the fingers on his left hand was covered in blood.READ MORE: Sunday Brunch fans gobsmacked as Channel 4 co-hosts walk off after surprising Ashley RobertsThe unexpected chop took place less than an hour into the show and presenter Simon was forced to change directions in the kitchen, due to Alex's bloody finger.While he continued to chat away in the kitchen, Simon was seen picking up a block of blue cheese but quickly said: "I'll go round there coz you've got a little bit of blood on your board," as Alex laughed.Despite his apparent injury, Alex decided to continue to work away in the kitchen. But his eagerness to carry on was picked up by viewers at home who questioned why he didn't see to his finger.Taking to Twitter, fans shared their thoughts on the incident.One social media user tweeted: "Jesus Christ can someone give Alex James a dressing and some hand wash? Cringing here #SundayBrunch."Another wrote: "Get that bumbling blood covered oaf Alex James off - putting me right off with his bloody hand #SundayBrunch."A third said: "Alex James cutting his finger causing absolute havoc on #sundaybrunch has actually lived the show up."Meanwhile a fourth penned: "Howling with laughter watching Sunday Brunch.

Emmerdale star Isabel Hodgins showed off her trim figure to perfection in a summery cream frock while out for brunch with pals.The pretty actress teamed the elegant midi-length dress with tan wedges and pulled her back into an elegant bun. So popular was the look that a fan even asked Isabel, 28, where her dress was from, to which she kindly replied: “It’s from And Other Stories”.

As Grecian goddess Antigoni Buxton made a surprise entrance in the Love Island villa, she wasted no time in ruffling the girls’ feathers by rapidly snapping up dates with Davide Sanclimenti, 27, Dami Hope, 26, and Jay Younger, 28. And according to her big sister, Sofia, that isn’t out of character for the “super competitive” stunner who “isn’t afraid to go after what she wants”. But she insists that “loyal” Antigoni “wouldn’t go behind anyone’s back”.The Buxton family is no strangers to the spotlight, either.

LOVE Island fans have gone wild after finding hunky snaps of Antigoni Buxton's hot dad on Instagram. Viewers of the ITV2 dating show were blown away after the blonde bombshell walked into the Majorcan villa on Wednesday night.

LOVE Island's new bombshell Antigoni Buxton has a long history in the limelight, including a relationship with Jack Fowler, and a cosy friendship with Anthony Joshua. Rumours have abound that the new bombshell shared a short-lived but passionate romance with Love Island 2019 star, Jack Fowler. Even previous Love Island contestants have seen her somewhere before, with 2019 winner Amber Gill tweeting: "Do we know who the new girl is #loveisland I'm sure I saw something about this chick somewhere." Antigoni also has a famous parent.

Love Island villa is 26-year-old Greek beauty, Antigoni Buxton.Although she's set to cause a stir, she may strike a friendship with islander Gemma Owen as the pair share something in common, they both have famous parents.Antigoni's mum is a celebrity chef and GB News regular Tonia Buxton who's appeared on shows like This Morning and Sunday Brunch.READ MORE: Love Island's Amber expected 'bittersweet' dumping as she slams co-starWhile some parents may not be too happy their child is going on the show, Tonia is thrilled as she's publicly shown her support.When viewers learnt at the end of Tuesday's episode that the singer-songwriter was entering the villa, her mum quickly took to Instagram.Sharing a series of images, including Antigoni's Love Island promo photo and some throwbacks, Tonia said she knows her daughter will "fit right in."Tonia captioned the snaps: "I can not believe that my @antigoni is in the Love Island Villa, she mentioned she would be sunbathing this week I didn’t think she meant in Mallorca!"We are all so excited for you and know you will be amazing! You have always been an island girl, so I know you will fit right in! Hoping you all love and support my girl, I know she will make us proud!"Tune in to my stories every night where I will be commentating on the show, or trying to! #loveisland."Famous faces such as Olympian Rebecca Adlington, Lizzie Cundy and model Jo Wood quickly commented on the post showing their support for Tonia's daughter. It's not only Antigoni's mum that's in the limelight as her look-a-like sister Sophia is a model with Nevs Model Agency.