Roy Hudd dead: Coronation Street actor and BBC Radio 2 star dies aged 83

MMA fans mocked Paige VanZant after she downed a pint of beer on Instagram.The 27-year-old babe is currently visiting Ireland with her husband, Austin Vanderford.On Tuesday, the couple stopped off at a local restaurant for some food and a quick drink.With temperatures hovering around 10 degrees, an ice cold beer was probably the last thing VanZant needed.But when her husband challenged her to down her pint, the blonde beauty just couldn't resist.Wearing a cute beanie hat and sunglasses, VanZant gave a quick "cheers" and began knocking back the amber nectar. She started off slowly but soon got into a rhythm as Vanderford asked fans whether she could do it.

dad-of-three had worked his way up the ladder to become a team leader but soon began struggling with Hodgkin's Lymphoma, which he was diagnosed with in the 1980s.He underwent successful radiotherapy treatment but says he began to develop shoulder pain in 2006 as a side effect of the radiotherapy drugs.After being diagnosed with Radiation-Induced Neuropathy and feeling weakness in his right arm and extreme sensitivity, the dad-of-three said he began to suffer from mental health issues and went on sick leave in November 2018.While off sick, a colleague reported to management that they had seen Jones in work boots, prompting the company to hire a private surveillance company to monitor him.Thompson Solicitors, representing Mr Jones, say the 55-year-old was sacked without notice on the basis that he was allegedly working elsewhere after footage showed him visiting and helping at a local farm.Jones had been visiting the farm to help manage his mental health issues, with his GP suggesting it as a form of therapy.A tribunal ruled that a "more nuanced and measured approach" should have been considered by Pilkington before taking measures against Jones.It also ruled that Jones had been unfairly dismissed, with a hearing to decide on the financial settlement taking place in May.Jones said: "I am still in disbelief that after all these years rather than speak to me my employer went to these lengths to try and catch me out.

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Coronation Street star Tina O'Brien was congratulated by her ITV co-stars after her daughter bagged herself a role on BBC's Waterloo Road.Scarlett, 13, will be following in the footsteps of her Sarah Platt actress mum who starred in the drama series set in a comprehensive school between 2010 and 2011, and played the role of pupil Bex Fisher.Tina shared the news on Instagram alongside a smiling picture of Scarlett and the rest of the cast in the filming studio.Tina gushed: "Very excited to finally be able to announce that my gorgeous, lovely, talented Scarlett Thomas will be in the new series of Waterloo Road #proudmum."Her post sent her Corrie co-stars into a frenzy and they rushed to the comment section to send her daughter well wishes.Helen Flanagan, who used to play Rosie Webster, posted a love emoji.Rovers Return barmaid Catherine Tyldesley said: "That girl has always been the brightest of stars."Lucy Fallon, Tina's on-screen daughter Bethany, also posted a heart emoji.Scarlett's dad is former Corrie star Ryan Thomas, 37, and her uncle, Adam Thomas, is set to play her dad in Waterloo Road.Adam, who'll be reprising his role as Donte Charles, also announced that Scarlett will play Izzy during an appearance on BBC's Morning Live today (February 23).Ryan also sent a heartwarming message to his daughter on Twitter.He wrote: "The secret is finally out!!! As a father and big brother it doesn’t get much better in life to find out that my brother is going back to Waterloo Road where it all started for him in his career to then find out Scarlett is going to play his daughter in the show."Ryan and former TOWIE star Lucy Mecklenburgh have announced they're expecting a little girl in the spring, meaning Scarlett will be a big

Dancing on Ice star Regan Gascoigne has revealed he "popped his shoulder out of its socket" in a nasty skating accident.The 26-year-old appeared on the latest episode of Lorraine alongside his skating partner Karina Manta on Tuesday.While teasing a new football show with his father Paul Gascoigne, Regan also recalled a dramatic tumble he took on the rink earlier this week, during which he "went flying" and ended up on his back.Regan later confirmed that he had "popped his shoulder out" in the dramatic incident.Speaking on Lorraine, he said: "One tiny little movement can throw you. "It sounds so stupid because it is so slippery, but it is so slippery to a point where you're like, you have no control, but you genuinely don't, even when you think you know what you're doing and you have the routine in your head."Like the other day when we were just on the practice rink, I went, like, flying up and landed up on my back, literally on something that I had been doing so easily.

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split from long-term love Ronnie O'Sullivan, saying break ups can be "a good process".The Footballers' Wives actress confirmed earlier this month that she and the snooker star had called time on their romance after almost a decade together."After nearly 10 years of love and memories, Ronnie and I have parted ways," she tweeted, later adding that splits could be "the beginning of new adventures and learnings". Laila was asked about the break-up during an appearance on Steph's Packed Lunch and she said she was doing "fine".

Loose Women presenter Brenda Edwards has shared a sweet family picture in memory of her son Jamal.The 52-year-old changed her profile picture on Twitter to a picture of herself, between her children Jamal and Tanisha.Brenda, dressed in a classy grey matching suit and pink heels, is stood with her son and daughter by her side as they all laugh together in the candid shot.Jamal is pictured on the left wearing blue jeans, a cream jacket and white Nike trainers with his hand over his face.Tanisha is sat on a chair to Brenda's right, wearing blue jeans, a pink blazer, white top and white trainers.The proud mother beams from ear to ear as she rests her hands on their shoulders, surrounded by a pink studio background.Edwards captioned the post with the simple hashtag: "New profile picture".Supportive fans flocked to comment on the picture, a snapshot of joy and happiness between the loving family.One fan wrote: "Memories to cherish forever. What an inspiration he is to you. You should be so proud, he lived life to the full and made a massive difference to peoples lives.

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Comedian and actor Roy Hudd has died at the age of 83, his agent confirmed.

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ROY Hudd, whose acting career spanned five decades, has passed away at the age of 83. The actor made a name for himself in Coronation Street as undertaker Archie Shuttleworth but had a string of roles during his lengthy career.

Roy Hudd entertained theatre, TV and radio audiences for over 55 years, and first rose to notoriety when he broke into the showbiz circuit in the mid-1960s.

In view of her 2,592 Instagram followers, Death in Paradise star Shykos Amos told fans New York City was “eerily quiet” due to the coronavirus outbreak.The actress said she was hoping she would be able to fly back to the UK as the country announced plans to extend their travel ban.At first, the BBC star shared a picture of the famous Macy’s store with the caption: “My NYC trip has been cut short.“As of tomorrow, UK [is] also included in the ban.

Comedian and actor Roy Hudd, who played undertaker Archie Shuttleworth in TV soap Coronation Street, has died aged 83.

Comedian, actor and music hall historian Roy Hudd has been remembered as “much loved and amazingly talented” after his death at the age of 83.

Roy Hudd has died aged 83, his agent has confirmed.

Comedian Roy Hudd has died at the age of 83.

COMEDIAN and actor Roy Hudd has died at the age of 83. The TV legend made a name for himself in Coronation Street as undertaker Archie Shuttleworth - just one of a string of roles over his five-decade career.

Roy Hudd, known for his 26 year stint presenting The News Huddlines and his acting career has died at the age of 83 his agent has confirmed.The star also hosted 1969's The Roy Hudd Show, and starred in crime drama Ashes to Ashes in 2008.A statement from his agent said: "We are sad to announce the passing of the much-loved and amazingly talented Roy Hudd OBE."After a short illness, Roy passed away peacefully on the afternoon of Sunday the 15th of March, with his wife Debbie at his side."The family would ask you to respect their privacy at this very sad time."Tributes have since been pouring in across social media, with celebrities paying homage to the legendary entertainer.BBC presenter Lizo Mzimba wrote on Twitter: “Very sad news.

Comedian and actor Roy Hudd has died at the age of 83, his agent has said.