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TV personality Jenny Powell has opened up about her life-changing hysterectomy, which she underwent four months ago after nearly a decade of suffering in silence.The former Wheel Of Fortune star, 56, began experiencing peri-menopausal symptoms around nine years ago, but the last two years have been particularly difficult. She believes it's high time women's health was taken more seriously. "Even though I tried to send out all these positive, smiley, 'everything's lovely' vibes, I was suffering," she reveals.

Stacey Solomon's Pickle Cottage has captivated her fans, but it seems the star boasts an impressive portfolio with at least four other properties, following details from recent account filings. Rising to fame after her 2009 audition for The X Factor, Stacey's life transformed completely. Not only has she enjoyed a lucrative singing career, but she has also ventured into selling homeware and books and carving out a niche in television.

BBC Look East's beloved weather presenter, Julie Reinger, is set to bid farewell to the corporation after a remarkable 30-year tenure. Having joined the BBC family in 1992, Reinger will mark her final day on air this Friday, expressing that it feels like the "right time to go". The Oxfordshire-born broadcaster kick-started her career as a newsroom assistant at BBC Radio Nottingham before spending an impressive 26 years presenting for BBC Look East.

Stacey Solomon and Joe Swash's marriage isn't all sunshine and roses, as revealed in their new reality show. In one episode, Joe leaves Stacey juggling their kids during a crucial business meeting.The drama unfolds when Joe Swash returns home five hours late from a fishing trip, leaving Stacey Solomon to manage a meeting about her new perfume launch while caring for their young children.The new BBC show, cheekily titled 'Stacey And Joe', gives viewers a glimpse into the couple's lavish Tudor-style Essex home, affectionately known as Pickle Cottage. The show features their bustling family life with children Zachary, 17, Leighton, 12, Rex, five, Rose, three, and Belle, two, not forgetting their dogs Peanut and Teddy.There are even cameo appearances from their four ducks and two cats! On the show, viewers will see Stacey's frustration and embarrassment over Joe's tardiness after he had promised not to be late.

Olly Murs fans have been left disappointed as the singer cancelled his live performance in Dubai.The 40 year old singer was all set to perform at Bla Bla Dubai on Thursday night but was sidelined by a throat infection, forcing him to pass up the performance. In a heartfelt Instagram story update over black background, Olly shared his sorrow, as he expressed: "To everyone here in Dubai, unfortunately due to doctor's orders I am having to cancel tonight's show at Bla-Bla because of a throat infection. I'm so gutted.

Pete Wicks says he "has a jawline now" after making a major lifestyle change when competing on Strictly Come Dancing.The 37-year-old has previously opened up about his alcohol use. But says taking part in the hit BBC show led him to cutting down on how much he drank. It came as former Made in Chelsea star Sam Thompson revealed fans of their Staying Relevant podcast had noticed Pete has slimmed down.

Stacey Solomon has opened up to her fans about feeling 'so nervous' about the big news she and husband Joe Swash have shared.The couple have invited cameras inside their family life for a BBC One series, which will document the pair balancing family life with their work schedules and passion projects, such as building a two-acre fishing lake.The show announcement back on Monday, 1 January, came with a sneak peek showing the antics of their five children - Rex, Rose, Belle, Leighton, and Zachary – in the garden of their stunning £1.2 million Essex pad, Pickle Cottage, along with pet pooches Teddy and Peanut and ducks, Daisy and Delilah. Stacey's caption shared her mixed emotions: "A new year. A very new adventure.

Fans are mourning the death of former Hollyoaks star Paul Danan, who sadly passed away aged 46, leaving behind his nine year old son. His management team confirmed the heartbreaking news with a statement: "It is with heavy hearts that we share the tragic news of the passing of @pauldanan at just 46 years old." The statement from Paul's manager described him as a source of inspiration and kindness, saying: "Known for his television presence, exceptional talent, and unwavering kindness, Paul was a beacon of light to so many.

Imagine waking up feeling refreshed, energised, and emotionally balanced just from a brisk morning walk. It might seem far-fetched, but research indicates that just 5 to 10 minutes of early-morning sunlight daily can significantly benefit our physical and mental well-being and it won't cost you a penny! "Getting sunlight in your eyes first thing in the morning is absolutely vital," neuroscientist Dr Andrew Huberman, host of the popular Huberman Lab podcast, insists.

Reality TV and football have collided once again with the return of sports star Ronnie Vint to Love Island All Stars.The infamous villa, a hotspot for footballers looking for love or a new adventure, welcomed Ronnie back to South Africa's Western Cape on Monday [13 January] evening. Hot on the heels of his previous quest for romance in series 11, Ronnie, who's also mates with Olivia Attwood and footballer Bradley Dack, is giving love another shot and has already paired up with Essex reality star Elma Pazar.

Kerry Katona has sent her congratulations to Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright on their delightful pregnancy news.The couple, who tied the knot back in 2015, shared the update about expecting their first baby on 29 December with an adorable Instagram post, teasing: "2025 is going to be a special one for us.." Writing in her weekly column, former Atomic Kitten star Kerry couldn't be happier for the couple. She said in her weekly column: "I want to say a massive congratulations to Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan, who are expecting their first baby this year. I'm so happy for them – they seem like a lovely couple.

Ferne McCann has addressed the recent split rumours with her fiancé Lorri Haines after reports of a 'massive row' surfaced.The 34-year-old Dancing on Ice star opened up during an intimate chat with OK!, saying the speculation hit them hard as it was 'so out of the blue'. "My heart sank - I even had family members messaging me and asking what had happened," she revealed. "But we are good.

Gemma Collins, dazzling queen of reality TV and a die-hard Coronation Street fan, has revealed her ambition to feature on the iconic ITV soap - and she's got big dreams for her potential character. In true Gemma fashion, she confessed her desires to The Daily Star, "It would be amazing to be on a soap one day. I'd love to be in Corrie.

Fans have been weighing in on Sam Thompson and Zara McDermott's relationship following reports that they have separated after five years together. Sam, 32, and Zara, 28, began their romance back in 2019 after interacting on social media.They later moved in together and the couple have faced speculation of a potential engagement on several occasions over the years. Following news of their split this week – which Sam and Zara haven't confirmed – Reddit users are buzzing with opinions.

Sam Thompson has been spotted for the first time since his break up with Zara McDermott. Earlier this week, it was reported that 32-year-old Sam and Zara, 28, had called it quits after five years together.The couple appeared to be going strong just last month as they sparked engagement rumours, while they share a lavish home next to Sam's sister Louise Thompson and co-parent two cats, Cedric and Albus, and But on Thursday (2 January), a visibly downcast Sam was seen returning to his London pad, donning a beige bomber jacket and dark trousers.

Maura Higgins is over the moon as she recently acquired her dream home, complete with a stunning kitchen that's to die for.The 34 year old Love Island sensation took time to reflect on a whirlwind year and shared her standout moments with her followers. It was an eventful year for Maura, who made a splash by returning to our screens on I'm A Celebrity, and found romance with TOWIE heartthrob Pete Wicks.

She’s going to be very busy with nappy changes and late nights soon enough - but fans won’t have to wait long before they see actress Michelle Keegan make her TV return.The star, 37, who revealed on Sunday 29 December in a sweet post that she was expecting her first child with Mark Wright, also 37, will appear on our small screens soon in the new series of Aussie drama Ten Pound Poms. Former Corrie star Michelle had filmed the BBC drama, which is written and created by the BAFTA award-winning Danny Brocklehurst, earlier this year - and looks stunning in her period outfits in stills newly released by the channel.The Manchester-born beauty plays nurse Kate Thorne in the series, which went down a storm with viewers - becoming one of Britain’s most successful new TV series’ last year, with a 28-day figure of a whopping 7.7 million viewers.

Tonight's episode of Antiques Roadshow on BBC took viewers on a culinary journey through history.The show delved into various kitchen gadgets from the past, including intricate cork screws, mandolines and silver spoons. During the Derbyshire roadshow, one guest was taken aback when she discovered the 'true' purpose of an antique kitchen item she'd been using as a fruit bowl.

Oscar Hartland, known for his role in Gavin and Stacey, has apologised to fans following the final episode of the much-loved sitcom.The actor returned as a teenage Neil the Baby for the last-ever episode of the BBC series, which was written and starred by creators James Corden and Ruth Jones.This reunion came five years after the 2019 Christmas special, tying up loose ends for the show's favourite characters after a major cliffhanger. And while many branded the last episode as 'perfect', some did have one complaint - that we never found out what happened on the infamous fishing trip with Bryn and Jason.

It's been a whirlwind of love and friendship for Gemma Collins as she rang in the festive season with her beau Rami and the dynamic duo Jedward. With another candle on the birthday cake soon, Gemma, who became engaged to her entrepreneur partner Rami Hawash in a stunning Maldives setting over a year ago, has likely got her long-awaited marriage on her mind, a source tells OK!.

The Gavin and Stacey Christmas special returned last night to widespread acclaim - but long-term fans of the show spotted one key character was missing from the action.The special Christmas Day episode kicked off with Gavin and Stacey Shipman talking weddings, but it quickly emerged that Nessa's proposal to Smithy back in 2019 hadn't led to their getting married. Instead, Smithy had popped the question to his girlfriend Sonia, whose controlling nature saw her set up as a hate figure in the previous episode.