Rachel Gorry overwhelmed as fundraiser in late husband’s memory smashes target

Kate Garraway has revealed she and husband Derek Draper made a secret trip to Mexico in the hope of getting him specialist treatment to aid his recovery from the ongoing effects of Covid-19. Derek, 54, had been one of the worst affected by the coronavirus pandemic, becoming ill in March 2020 and spending a year in hospital, much of which was in an induced coma to help his body fight off the infection.The former lobbyist was left with damage all over his body, including kidney failure, holes in his lungs and damage to his heart and liver.Kate revealed that they had made the 11,000-mile trip after lockdown restrictions were eased as Derek is ‘desperate to get better’ having been left needing round-the-clock care.The couple had met with a world-renowned American doctor in Monterrey, who’d got in touch with them after seeing Derek’s battle on TV.A specialist travel nurse was on hand to ensure Derek’s safety on the long journey after he had undergone multiple tests to check he was fit to make the journey, with Kate revealing he was ‘aware of what was going on the whole time.’He’s undergone oxygen and pressure tests ahead of the 16-hour flight to check that his body would be able to cope with flying on such a long journey.She told The Sun: ‘It took weeks and weeks of planning, and when I told Derek about this place he was excited.

Strictly Come Dancing’s Neil Jones shared a brilliantly savage comment on ex-wife Katya Jones’s Instagram on Monday which left fans cracking up.Katya, 32, took to Instagram to share a video of her having a go at Neil, 39, in the street as she could be heard saying: ‘I told you every time when we dance you just – no, Neil, I told you!’Meanwhile Neil could be see zipping up Katya’s coat right over her head before joking: ‘That’s better!’Katya captioned the snap: ‘How to solve a disagreement! Every dance partner / husband wishes for this coat!‘The satisfaction on @mr_njonesofficial face says it all #banter #fun #howtosolveadisagreement.’However, Neil was quick to point out in the comments: ‘You mean ex husband,’ with a series of crying laughing emojis.To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 videoFans soon spotted his cheeky correction, replying: ‘You two are like the Hotel California: you can check out any time you like, but you can never leave’ and ‘savage!!!’Others added: ‘by far the best comment I’ve read in ages’ and ‘savage Neil, any man would be lucky to have you @katyajones.’Katya later clarified: ‘I mean dance partner! And any other husband in the world!’ adding: ‘you were referred to as dance partner!’Neil and Katya been together for 11 years, and got married in 2013 but divorced in 2019, remaining dance partners and friends ever since.Their separation came a year after Katya was photographed kissing her former Strictly partner Seann Walsh in the street in 2018, which led to the break-up of his relationship with actress Rebecca Humphries.While Neil and Katya had stayed together after the photographs emerged, they later cited it was a mutual decision

Logan Paul is set to make his in-ring WWE debut at WrestleMania 38.The YouTube star made his return to Raw on Monday night to a chorus of boos as he was unveiled as The Miz’s choice of tag team partner to face Rey and Dominik Mysterio in Dallas, Texas in April.During an eventful episode of Miz TV, the host hyped up his need for backup after losing to the Master of the 619 at Elimination Chamber over the weekend, while claiming he wanted support after the legend’s son got involved.Towards the end of the bout, the A-Lister channeled his inner Eddie Guerrero by feigning injury from a chair shot that never was, which led to Dominik being booted from ringside.On Monday, Miz said he had a tag team partner from a fighting family, and described them as ‘dashing’ – which was a clear nod to former WWE superstar Cody Rhodes, who recently shocked the wrestling world by leaving AEW.It seems likely the star will be back on WWE TV at some point given the heavy winks this week, but it wasn’t to be just yet as Logan stepped out inside.He and Miz jumped on the attack, beating down Rey and Dominik after laying down a challenge for a huge match at WrestleMania 38.The celebrity is no stranger to the world of WWE, with his most recent appearance coming in September last year, as he joined Happy Corbin in an attack on Kevin Owens during an episode of SmackDown.America's Got Talent star Jane 'Nightbirde' Marczewski dies aged 31WWE Raw results, grades: Seth Rollins and Kevin Owens fight way into huge title matchMatthew Perry 'won't sugarcoat tougher times' with Friends co-stars in memoirAnd he previously appeared at WrestleMania 37 as he was at ringside for Owens win over Sami Zayn.He tried to switch his allegiances after seeming to believe in

Harrison Ford proved to be a real life hero when he reportedly stepped in to help a crew member on the Indiana Jones 5 set when they suffered a suspected heart attack. The Star Wars actor was filming the upcoming sequel to his long-running action blockbuster franchise, when the incident reportedly happened at the Pinewood Studios set in Slough. According to The Sun, Harrison, 79, was filming a scene when the unidentified crew member allegedly collapsed and called for a medic. A source told the publication: ‘They’ve been at Pinewood and are due to finish Friday.‘All of a sudden a male member of [the] crew collapsed. Harrison was standing just yards away and yelled for a medic.’ The insider added: ‘There was a huge amount of panic.‘The on-site first aider did CPR while they waited for an air ambulance and paramedics to arrive.’ The crew member’s condition is currently unknown.

supports HTML5 videoJamal Edwards fans flocked to his hometown of Acton last night to pay tribute to the late SBTV founder following his death. The entrepreneur died on Sunday morning at the age of 31 following a ‘sudden illness’, his mother Loose Women presenter Brenda Edwards confirmed. On Monday night, large groups of devastated supporters surrounded the mural of Edwards, which was recently erected on Acton High Street in the area where he grew up in west London. Videos show the mourners rapping freestyles in the style of his iconic online music platform SBTV and consoling each other at the candlelit vigil. Edwards was proud of the mural and shared an Instagram photo of his close friend Ed Sheeran posing beside it in December. He wrote in the caption: ‘Took my brother Ed @teddysphotos to visit my mural in the ends! #Acton – thanks for the support as always family.’ Edwards rose to prominence after setting up SBTV in 2006, and was credited with helping to launch a string of UK music acts to stardom, including Sheeran, Dave and Jessie J. His heartbroken mother confirmed his death in a statement on Monday, which said in part: ‘It is with the deepest heartache that I can confirm that my beautiful son Jamal Edwards passed away yesterday morning after a sudden illness. ‘Myself, his sister Tanisha and the rest of his family and friends are completely devastated.

supports HTML5 videoIdris Elba can easily give up acting and DJing for the model life after stealing the show at Ozwald Boateng’s London Fashion Week show. The Luther actor was among the stars who flocked to London’s Savoy Theatre on Monday night to attend Boateng’s first LFW show in 12 years, a celebration of Black British culture in fashion. It was a brilliantly eclectic night of sight and sound as Boateng incorporated traditional African prints into his designs and featured a vibrant soundtrack of Afrobeats and classic hip hop and soul, notably including a choir belting out Soul II Soul’s hit Back To Life (However Do You Want Me). Making for the grand finale, Idris, 49, slinked onto the stage with his ever-charming demeanour wearing a black suit from Boateng’s latest collection as a sultry instrumental piece of music played in the theatre, wooing the audience. Idris stroked his beard and unbuttoned his blazer to whoops and cheers from the spectators before waving the other models onto the stage. They included some familiar faces, with musicians Dizzee Rascal, Goldie, PA Salieu and Unknown T, while rapper and filmmaker Rapman and Top Boy actor Nicholas Pinnock were also among the famous models. The man of the night, Boateng, eventually joined the group on-stage to bask in his applause as the entire production danced together. Of course, the party didn’t stop there as the star-studded guests soon arrived at members-only club Annabel’s in Mayfair to continue the celebrations. Former Oasis rocker Noel Gallagher was pictured hanging out with his daughter Anais Gallagher, while rapper Tinie Tempah and James Bond actress Naomie Harris were spotted mingling with their fellow stars. Away from the celebratory nature of the

Steve Irwin’s children have paid tribute to ‘the greatest dad and Wildlife Warrior’ on what would have been his 60th birthday.Robert and Bindi Irwin said they would remember The Crocodile Hunter in their own personal ways to mark the occasion, sharing old photos online.Both have followed in their father’s footsteps by becoming environmentalists and television personalities.Irwin, known for his fearless confrontation of dangerous beasts around the world, died in September 2006 after being pierced in the chest by a stingray barb.Robert said that every minute spent with his father had been ‘a blessing’.‘Happy birthday Dad. I love you and I miss you more every single day,’ he wrote.‘My earliest memories are my fondest, thanks to you.

Wheelchair daredevil Aaron Wheelz performed a jaw-dropping stunt on the latest episode of “America’s Got Talent: Extreme”.

After a winter hiatus, Manchester United are scheduled to return to action in the Champions League this week with a knockout clash against Atletico Madrid.

Cruz Beckham has revealed that he's planning to launch a music career, after recently working with a songwriter favoured by many established artists. The 17 year old, who recently enjoyed a skiing trip with dad David and younger sister Harper, had previously been pursuing a career in football like his famous father, but has now decided he wants to follow in mum Victoria's footsteps.

Prince William and Kate Middleton will attend England and Wales' Six Nations match on Saturday as the teams clash for the first time since Kate was named as England Rugby's new patronage.The 40 year old's husband, Prince William, is the patron of Wales Rugby, meaning the married couple will be rivals as they watch on at Twickenham Stadium. Royal expert Katie Nicholl tells OK! there is a "competition" between the pair as they gear up to cheer on their respective teams.

There's often a lot of soap swapping between actors but it's not often viewers see another character in a rival soap.

A grandmother has been spared a jail sentence for her fourth conviction for drink-driving after telling a court she turned to the bottle to cope with a severe bout of loneliness.

A 'tenacious' independent councillor from Wigan who 'was still helping people in hospital' while he waited for a heart transplant has died at the age of 44.

Love Is Blind star Shayne Jansen has paid tribute to his partner on the show Natalie Lee, after their relationship came under the microscope during a recent episode of the show. The second series of the Netflix hit has seen Shayne caught in an explosive love triangle with partner Natalie and fellow show star, Shaina Hurley.This once again took centre stage in a recent instalment of the dating show, which sees singletons hunt for love by entering pods which allow them to speak to their date but not see them.

A leader in Greater Manchester's Ukrainian community says that last night's news from Russia has left him 'distraught'.

Peter Andre has delighted his fans by sharing a rare family snap with all four of his children on a ski trip.The family spent a week in Borovets in Bulgaria, enjoying skiing, snowmobiling and a Valentine's Day meal. And in the cute picture shared by the Mysterious Girl singer, as well as a series of other snaps from their trip, it’s clear the family are loving the snow and sun on the slopes.

Prince William and Kate Middleton have the sweetest tribute to Princess Diana at their family home.The Cambridges made Kensington Palace their family home back in 2014 and have since welcomed three children: Prince George, eight, Princess Charlotte, six, and three-year-old Prince Louis.The children have settled into Apartment 1A, but the palace isn’t just focused on the little ones. Outside, the Kensington Palace website describes an “intimate, tranquil and secluded oasis” in memory of William’s mother, Diana.The princess was very fond of the Sunken Garden - as it was then known. In 2017, the space was transformed into The White Garden to memorialise her.

Rochelle Humes left her fans doing a triple take after posing with her lookalike sisters Sophie and Lilli Piper during a family holiday to Dubai. Former Love Island star Sophie, 23, shared a snap of herself with the This Morning presenter and Lili during a night out, and Rochelle’s fans couldn’t help but ask: “Who is who here?!" The trio look almost identical in the picture as they pose side by side in the United Arab Emirates.

Sean Paul and AJ Tracey announced as headliners for this year’s edition of the Norwich festival.Following a sold-out edition last summer Sundown will return to the Norfolk Showground, four miles from the centre of Norwich, from September 2-4.As well as Paul and Tracey, the likes of Digga D, Sigala, Bad Boy Chiller Crew, Yung Filly and BackRoad Gee will perform on the main stage.DJ sets will come across the weekend from Andy C, Charlie Sloth, DJ EZ, Jax Jones and more. You can find the full line-up below.Dropping your Sundown 2022 line up! Tag 3 mates you’d like to bring to Sundown!Tickets go on sale this FRIDAY at 8am pic.twitter.com/WxB6bAt3cc— Sundown Festival (@SundownUK) February 22, 2022Tickets for this year’s festival go on sale here this Friday (February 25), with a limited pre-sale an hour beforehand for subscribers to Sundown’s mailing list.For this year’s festival, Sundown is launching a brand new VIP ticket scheme, which will allow access to a premium camping area and exclusive afterparties, as well as fast-track queues.Sean Paul’s appearance will come after the dancehall star’s 2022 ‘Scorcha’ tour, which will see him perform across the UK this April in support of a new album.

Tame Impala, Justin Bieber and Sam Fender have all been added to the line-up of Sziget Festival 2022.The festival will return to Budapest in Hungary this year from August 10-15, with the likes of Arctic Monkeys, Dua Lipa and Kings Of Leon already on the bill.Tame Impala, Bieber and Fender are among the new additions to the Sziget 2022 line-up which have been announced today (February 22).Anne-Marie, Calvin Harris, Holly Humberstone, Steve Aoki, Tourist, Nina Kraviz, Seth Troxler, Kölsch, Milky Chance, Bad Gyal and Folamour have also joined the bill for this year’s festival. More names are set to be added to the line-up, which you can see below, in the coming weeks and months.Tickets for Sziget Festival 2022 are on sale now, including three and six-day tickets as well as accommodation options.