Christmas: Last News

EastEnders' Natalie Cassidy, who has been playing Sonia Fowler since 1993, revealed that she once auditioned for a major role in Gavin and Stacey but didn't get the part.The revelation came during an episode of the Off The Telly podcast, which she co-hosts with Gavin and Stacey's Joanna Page, who plays the character Stacey.The podcast also saw appearances from fellow BBC stars Adrian Scarborough (Pete), Robert Wilfort (Jason), Christine Gernon (director), and a surprise visit from James Corden. While discussing the much-loved comedy ahead of its final episode on Christmas Day, Natalie confessed to having a lesser-known link to the show.

Simon Cowell has been soaking up some winter sunshine with his son Eric, and he's given us a glimpse of their adorable father-son bonding time ahead of the festive season.The 65 year old star took to Instagram to share an endearing video where he and 10 year old Eric are seen having a blast racing sea scooters in a swimming pool. In the clip, Simon announces: "We're now at the finals at the 2024 Seabob championship - it's currently 2-1 to Eric, so this is the deciding race." As they take off on Lauren Silverman's cue, Eric zooms ahead while Simon humorously complains, "Mine isn't working properly!" Not missing a beat, Eric cheekily circles back to give his dad a chance, only to claim victory with a triumphant, "But I still beat you! " Eric celebrates his win with glee, shouting, "I won, I won! " while a visibly tired Simon remarks, "Wow, that was difficult but it was worth it" before praising his son, "You did great." In a playful caption, Simon quipped: "I still think I won! Love, Simon x.", reports the Mirror.

“official album visualizer” posted to YouTube on Thursday.Two stockings displayed her children’s names, while a third read, “Mom.”Clarkson and Blackstock shared two kids: daughter River, 10, and son Remington, 8.The fourth, hilariously, had the word “Nope” written on it.Clarkson’s fans applauded her shady dis, commenting that her method was “healing” and relatable.“So healing!! Mom River Remy and Nope is so cute and adorable,” one fan wrote. “Love this so much, I love that Kelly is healing and happy … and she is in my opinion the official Queen of Christmas,” added a second user.“NOPE.

Kerry Katona has given fans a poignant update after her unexpected split from her partner Ryan Mahoney.The 44 year old shared that she had ended her engagement with the 36 year old fitness instructor in November, citing a 'breach of trust' following their six-year relationship.Though she's kept quiet on the specifics, she revealed that Ryan has left the house they shared with her children. Looking worn out from her current panto run alongside her pal Katie Price, Kerry stated on Instagram: "I haven't been on to put a video up for a while, because it's been so busy with panto.

In a tell-all interview ahead of her 80th birthday, Princess Michael of Kent has bravely opened up about her recent health woes. Suffering a fall at her Kensington Palace residence, the Royal sadly ended up with two broken wrists after attempting to halt her tumble.The 79 year old explained: "So many things that you rely on being able to do, like cleaning your teeth, are impossible.

I'm A Celeb's Coleen Rooney has given her followers a sneak peek into her lavish £20 million mansion, showcasing an art-deco inspired bar that screams Old Hollywood glamour.The bar features opulent gold fixtures and a striking mirrored panel, perfectly complementing the festive season. Coleen, who shares the grand luxury Cheshire home with her Plymouth Argyle manager husband Wayne Rooney and three boys, has been busy decking out their abode for Christmas following her successful stint in the jungle where she reached the final.The Rooney family's residence is nothing short of spectacular, boasting 40 acres of land complete with two fishing lakes, a sprawling conservatory, cinema room, swimming pool, and even a full-size football pitch.

Christmas is just around the corner, and if you're still on the hunt for that perfect gift, Debenhams has got you covered.They've slashed the price of a Marc Jacobs Daisy perfume gift set by nearly £20, making it an absolute steal this festive season. But you'll need to be quick - this deal won't stick around forever.

The 2024 Christmas Number One has been announced, with Wham!'s Last Christmas taking the top spot once again and making chart history in the process. Official Charts confirmed that Last Christmas is the first song to secure two consecutive Christmas Number 1 wins, marking its 40th anniversary as the most-streamed and physically purchased song of the week.

Looking for that last-minute pre-Christmas glow-up? Trinny London's Plump Up Microneedle is here to save the day, providing an at-home facial fix. Founder Trinny Woodall calls it "your Sunday night facial," advising: "You had a great weekend, but it might be showing on your face by Sunday night.

Get your hands on the Elemis cleansing balm, a skincare staple loved by celebs like Molly-Mae Hague and Victoria Beckham, for less this Christmas. Lookfantastic is offering a 25% discount on this beauty favourite, reducing its price from £49 to £36. Secured as a go-to product for both beauty icons, this Elemis cleansing balm is a sworn staple in Molly-Mae's skincare routine—and it can be added to yours before Christmas for 25% less while this deal lasts.

Cocktails are a fabulous choice for party drinks or pre-dinner aperitifs, especially around Christmas or New Year's Eve, but they can be a bit of a faff to make, especially if you're catering to a crowd with varied tastes; not to mention the need for a well-stocked liquor cabinet for all the necessary ingredients.This is where pre-mixed cocktails become your best friend. Over recent years, we've seen a massive surge in single serve, ready-made cocktails gracing the drinks aisles; far removed from the overly sweet alcopops we may recall from our younger days, these are refined beverages that wouldn't look out of place in an upscale bar, offering bartender-quality classics like margaritas, espresso martinis and negronis in convenient little cans or bottles.They're perfect for parties, dinners and even festivals, and many can also be delivered in gift sets or letterbox-friendly packaging, making them an excellent gift idea for the foodie and drink lover in your life.

Calling all last-minute shoppers – there’s still a chance to snatch up fabulous prezzies that’ll totally give off the impression you’ve been planning for ages. Debenhams, for instance, is guaranteeing many of products will still arrive before Christmas, including the Eclat Skin London Giftset Skin Hydration Glow Collection.

Seasalt Cornwall's latest knitwear offering is getting rave reviews from shoppers, who call it the 'perfect winter jumper' — and it's on sale just in time for Christmas.The Percella Cove Fair Isle Jumper, inspired by twinkling festive lights and retro baubles, is now only £69.95, reduced from £95.95. It comes in a variety of shades, including navy, pink, coral, greens, and blues, but the Palace Cove Maritime Multi design is really stealing our hearts. It features a relaxed round neck perfect for layering accessories and a soft blend that includes recycled fibres for added longevity, reports the Mirror.

If you're seeking the ultimate winter essential that'll keep out the chill, look no further.TV presenter Helen Skelton has set Instagram buzzing with her latest outdoor attire – a toasty long puffer jacket that's perfect for winter walks. Fans flooded her comments asking: "HELP Does anyone know the coat make please? I've looked on the website cannot find? I NEED it" and "Make and stockists for the coat please?" Whilst another wrote: "Love the coat Helen what make and where from please." Luckily, we've tracked down Helen's exact outerwear, which is the enviable Hunter Green Label Women's Birnam Long Jacket.

With only five days left until Christmas, if you're still on the hunt for those last-minute gifts, don't fret; retailers like LookFantastic are still delivering in time for the big day. Known as one of the top places to shop for beauty presents, LookFantastic offers a wide range of grooming gift ideas suitable for everyone, from teens to grandparents.

Party season is here, but you don't have to spend a fortune upgrading your make-up bag. Whether you're after a fresh new look or want to treat a beauty buff for Christmas, there's a great way to nab some new products without breaking the bank.

Putting up the Christmas tree marks the start of the festive season for many families, with many households going all out with their decorations each December. Artificial Christmas trees have become increasingly popular thanks to their convenience and lack of mess, but many still prefer to head out shopping for a real tree during Christmas time. However, it's not just decorations you have to worry about with a real Christmas tree, as they also need a lot of care in order to keep them fresh and well maintained throughout the festive period.

Bride-to-be Dani Dyer has shown off her stunning diamond engagement ring in an Instagram post in which she reveals she has matched her red and red-tipped nails to the red and white ornaments on her Christmas tree. Dani, who is engaged to footballer Jarrod Bowen, also included a photo of their two year old twins, Summer and Star, surrounded by lots of activities on a table at home, and a short video clip in which she declared herself “a scrooge.” She said: “Hi guys, how are you all? I haven’t been on here in ages.

Max George posted an update on his health on Instagram on Thursday 19 December, and also shared a second post in which he wished his mum a happy birthday.The Wanted star shared an image of his arm, with a cannula attached and held in position by a dressing, a week after he revealed he had been rushed to hospital by his mum and was awaiting tests to determine an issue with his heart. Max, 36, had originally been told he would need to spend Christmas in hospital, but in an update on Monday 16 December he said that surgery needed to take place sooner than expected thanks to his “really, really low” heart rate, and he could be home for Christmas.

Celebrities around the world are sharing images of their Christmas decorations, and the latest star to give a glimpse into their festive decor is Khloe Kardashian. However, while some of her fans are impressed by her lavish decorations, there are more who have rushed to social media to comment on her colour scheme and the rather odd placement of one item in her living room. Khloe, 40, shared a video showing a neutral living room in which just about everything was cream coloured, from the chairs, table and curtains, to the ivory flowers used as a centrepiece.

Kate Ferdinand has shared a look at her beautifully decorated home in a Christmas video that features lots of stunning decorations, including an Elf themed tree especially for her children. Kate, who celebrated her fifth wedding anniversary with husband Rio in September, showed off her Christmas decorations including the family tree, featuring red decorations with lots of candy canes and Elf shoes, as well as a chic white and gold tree, another tree decorated with red baubles, and red decorations entwined with tree branches down her impressive staircase.