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Beloved British actress, presenter and singer Julie Stevens has sadly passed away after a three-year health battle.The star, known for her roles in the classic espionage television series The Avengers and Carry On films, died at the age of 87. It was revealed that she had been battling Parkinson's disease for the past three years. Julie became a cherished figure on children's TV shows throughout the Sixties and Seventies, having played Venus Smith in six episodes of The Avengers from 1962 until 1963.

Beloved US radio personality Robin Ayers has tragically died at 44 after a brave fight against cancer. Robin, who is a mum to twin daughters, was described as a 'bright light' with a 'radiant smile' in an announcement confirming news of her death. Her radio station, KBLA Talk 1580, said in a statement: "On behalf of her precious family, it is with profound sadness that KBLA Talk 1580 announces the passing of our beloved colleague Robin Ayers on Thursday, December 05." The statement continued: "Robin was a bright light.

Tributes have been flooding in for boxer Genadij Krajevskij, who has died aged 37.The Lithuanian national whose nickname was the Baltic Bomber, fought against Tommy Fury back in 2020 and was described as a "delight" in the sport. Reacting to the news of his death, the British Boxing Board of Control's Midlands Area Council released a statement on X which said: "The Midlands Area Council would like to pass our condolences and thoughts to Genadij Krakevskij’s family and friends at this time.The Baltic Bomber graced the away corner in the midlands area on numerous occasions.

Martin Roberts has shared the chilling moment a Homes Under The Hammer crew member thought they had found a dead body during a house filming.The veteran presenter, who has been the face of the hit BBC property auction series since 2003, has amassed a trove of memorable experiences from touring countless properties for the programme - but this one understandably stands out. While he's very used to stepping over the threshold of neglected or derelict homes, Martin recalled how what he expected to be a very normal property visit turned into something much more disturbing.

Edwina Bartholomew, who is known for presenting Australian breakfast show Sunrise, has shared the reason she has kept her cancer diagnosis a secret from her children.The TV personality shared her diagnosis news publicly in September, revealing she is battling chronic myeloid leukaemia (CML), which is a type of blood and bone marrow cancer. However, her children; Molly, four, and two-year-old Tom, who she shares with husband Neil Varcoe, are still unaware of their mum's health battle. "My kids are two and four, I never had to have the conversation with them, which is such a huge relief.

Michail Antonio is reportedly in a stable condition after getting into a horrific car crash on Saturday (7 December) which saw his £260,000 Ferrari FF smashed into trees after seemingly spinning off of the road in Epping.The West Ham forward was trapped inside his car for almost an hour, with emergency services arriving to the scene around ten minutes after the incident, before spending 45 minutes working to release him. A source told The Sun on Sunday: “He is in a serious condition.

Four years ago, during a particularly stressful period when my husband was battling Covid in intensive care, I developed eczema for the first time. Since then, it's been a constant battle with flare-ups that seem to occur without any clear trigger.

Influencer Dominique Brown has died at the age of 34, with her brother leading tributes to the social media star. Dominique, who had amassed over 18,000 followers on Instagram, was a Disney-inspired influencer and was known to many fans under the name HellooDomo.

In the desperate hunt for kidnapped US Youtuber Elliot Eastman, police have arrested three individuals and fear he may be dead.The 26 year old was taken on a speedboat on the evening of October 17 by gunmen posing as police officers who shot him in the leg before abducting him. Philippine National Police spokesperson Colonel Jean Fajardo stated, "Based on their statements, the three in custody were directly involved in the abduction of the American national." Three men are still on the run, according to police who claim they have been identified by the men currently in custody.They believe Elliot is with these men and suggested he may not be dead but could be alive.Two of those arrested were apprehended at separate locations and identified the third under questioning, who was later picked up in Sibuco, officials revealed.

The 84-year-old actor's death was confirmed by his son, Anthony Crivello, in a social media post. He wrote on Facebook on Thursday: "My dear friend of many years, actor #ThomChristopher passed today. He was always a gentleman, always supportive, and he and his wife Judith, who [preceded] him in death, were always gracious to me and welcoming.” Sharing pictures from the past, his 69-year-old said: "I worked together on the #abc daytime series #onelifetolive in the 1990s.

The sudden death of Japanese actress Miho Nakayama, who was found unresponsive in her bathtub at her Tokyo home, is being investigated by police. Reports suggest that the 54 year old star may have drowned as she was discovered sitting upright and leaning forward in the bath. She won hearts not only as a TV star but also as a J-pop singer.

A popular TikTok star and model has been shot dead in a targeted attack outside a gym. Fedra Oded Gaxiola Orozco, 24, was sitting in her black Mercedes Benz in broad daylight when the horrific incident occurred. She was parked outside Hardcore Fitness Gym in the López Lucio neighbourhood of Tijuana, Mexico, when she was tragically killed.The assailant targeted her car at 8.35am, shooting through the car window several times before fleeing the scene.

Samantha Lawrence, one half of the Wee Papa Girl Rappers, has tragically passed away at 55. Known as TY Tim onstage, she and her sister formed an unforgettable duo that soared to fame with their hit Wee Rule in the late 80s.

Spotify's 2024 Wrapped playlist has finally dropped, but not without causing a bit of a stir among users experiencing delays. Music buffs took to social media to vent their frustration after noticing others sharing their year in music while they were left searching for their own Wrapped feature in the app.

Woodbridge in Suffolk, brimming with rich history and Neolithic origins, has just been named the happiest place in Britain. Boasting strong community vibes and great access to schools and medical services, this picturesque riverside town on the River Deben has out-charmed the upscale Richmond-upon-Thames in southwest London for the title, according to a study by Rightmove.

BBC legend Craig Rich has passed away at the age of 86. Known for solving a massive mystery surrounding a heart-breaking disappearance, the beloved TV presenter died last Sunday.The broadcaster is survived by his loving wife Pat, after 62 years of marriage, and their three children, Sarah, Jo, and Thomas.

A top actor known for his roles in Ocean’s Eleven, has passed away at age 65. His rep confirmed that Scott L.Schwartz died from congestive heart failure last Tuesday (26 November). Schwartz's rep told Variety in a statement on Tuesday: “Those who know Scott personally associated him with being a jolly person, so full of life, a strong loving person, foodie and travel aficionado.

Chris Tarrant, the former host of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire, has announced his retirement.The TV veteran confirmed that he's no longer undecided about stepping away from the small screen, with the pandemic prompting him to reassess how he wants to spend his time. "I've stopped," he declared, putting an end to his 50-year broadcasting career and confirming a firm "yes" to retirement. "Lockdown started to get everything in perspective and I thought, I've done this thing for 50 years.

New weather maps have taken on a chilling deep red and purple hue, signalling that Britain is set to be hit by snow and rain. According to forecasters, temperatures are also expected to drop significantly on Friday, December 6, with Scotland, the North East of England and Northern Ireland all predicted to be covered in snow.The Scottish Highlands could see almost complete snow coverage, with up to two cm per hour forecasted at midnight on Saturday, December 7. Other parts of Scotland, including Dumfries and Galloway, Strathclyde, and Lothian, could witness a staggering four cm of snow fall per hour.

A plumbing expert has issued a festive warning to UK households who enjoy a tipple of Baileys over the Christmas period. Mike Flook, an expert plumber for MyBuilder a trusted platform for hiring tradespeople has cautioned against pouring any leftover Baileys down the sink. According to Mike, that last drop of Baileys in your glass should never be tipped down the drain as it could result in a pricey blockage.

Brazilian football legend Ronaldinho Gaúcho is set to become a grandfather at the age of just 45. Ronaldinho's 19-year-old son João Mendes, who is also a Burnley winger, is expecting a baby with influencer girlfriend Giovanna Buscacio, 25. Giovanna revealed the baby news to fans on social media.