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The Apprentice’s latest fired star Alex Short has revealed what the candidates get up to when they're not in the boardroom, as he opened up on the group’s close bond while filming the BBC show.The 27 year old, who became the fourth male to leave in a row after epically failing in the fish task, explained that while there is fierce tension when the cameras are rolling, behind closed doors it’s a totally different story. Alex, who lives in Hartford and owns a Commercial Cleaning Company, told OK! and other press outlets that the candidates liked nothing more than hanging out together and thought up fun activities they could all get involved with - from intense HIIT workouts to group cooking sessions.

The Apprentice star Alex Short became the fourth casualty of the boardroom after he was fired by Lord Alan Sugar. The 27 year old, who lives in Hartford and owns a Commercial Cleaning Company, became the fourth male in a row to be fired on Thursday 29 January after he stepped up to the role of project manager for Team Infinity in a tense fish task.

Kerry Katona has joked over her fiancé Ryan Mahoney while giving advice to The Apprentice star Navid Sole on sex.The 41 year old, who recently said she's proud of Katie Price for launching an OnlyFans account, spoke to the businessman, 27, after he revealed he's yet to have sex. He previously explained: "With me I've got this professional side where I'm at work and I have to be professional, and let's be real - as a pharmacist I can't take the p***, I can't be stupid because I'm representing the board, or else I'm gonna get struck off by the General Pharmaceutical Council! "But obviously after I take off my white coat I become Navid, who's just crazy and wants to have fun.

The Apprentice star spoke of previous experience, as she herself has been subjected to vile words online by vicious trolls over the years.Writing in her most recent column for The Sun, Baroness Brady wondered if the solution lay in appointing more women to make these kinds of the decisions."All but the most severe or disturbing complaints are ignored," she sighed."Those that are looked at are often when an escalation to a more tangible threat has occurred."She referenced late Labour MP Jo Cox, who was tragically killed in 2016 by a far-right activist after she suffered repeated online harassment and threats."Words like sl*g, b***h and whore are reserved exclusively for women and used only to degrade them," Karren explained."I have lost track of the number of times I have been called these on Twitter."But if you report this to Twitter, it responds and says it finds 'no violation of its rules'. Ridiculous."She went on to say: "This kind of abuse is disgusting and unacceptable.

The Apprentice bosses have responded following eliminated contestant Navid Sole's claims that he was bullied during filming.The 27 year old pharmacist alleged he was left in tears after a fellow contestant on the BBC One series called him a "snake" and a "clown" after a failed task, with producers not stepping in to check on his welfare. Navid, who was given the boot on Thursday's episode, told The Mirror that the bullying "affected his performance on the whole show". However, a spokesperson for the show has now told the publication: "The wellbeing of the candidates who take part in The Apprentice is of paramount importance." Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

Queen was reportedly offered exemption from Covid rules to grieve for her husband Prince Philip at his funeral.The Apprentice star Karren Brady has praised the monarch after she was claimed to have refused this, arguing this makes her a “true leader”.Karren shared her thoughts in her latest column as she admitted feeling unsurprised by the news.Earlier this week, Private Eye reported that Downing Street offered for the Queen to have more mourners at Prince Philip’s funeral.Number 10 reportedly offered to temporarily lift some of the rules in place back in April 2021.However, the Queen had refused this as she wanted to set an example for the nation.Karren wrote in The Sun today: “Is anyone else entirely unsurprised to hear that although Downing Street offered the Queen a Covid exemption for Prince Philip’s funeral, to allow more mourners, she turned it down?”The business mogul argued this was in stark contrast to politicians who have been caught in a dispute over hosting lockdown parties.“In a show of solidarity that is the polar opposite of the ‘one rule for us, another for them’ accusations that have been flying around politicians lately,” she continued, “The suggestion was rejected by Her Majesty.”Karren argued: “That’s why we all admire the Queen.“It is amazing that, at a time of enormous personal grief, she was still thinking about the feelings of the rest of the country.“Although she was in mourning over the loss of her life partner and soulmate, she would not accept preferential treatment, likely because she knew it would not have been fair on the rest of us.“That’s what true leadership is all about.”The Queen memorably sat alone at Prince Philip’s funeral wearing a mask in the church.At the time, funerals were

Anyone watching this year’s The Apprentice will no doubt have been impressed by the luxurious house that the candidates have all moved into. But the BBC show’s star Navid Sole, who became the third contestant to be fired by Lord Alan Sugar, has said not every room of the property - worth a whopping £17million - is as grand as it looks. Speaking to OK! and other outlets following his firing, the 27 year old pharmacist said the bedrooms in the mansion in London's Billionaire Row particular took a lot of getting used to.

Celebs Go Dating was full of drama on Tuesday's episode as Ryan-Mark Parsons was told off by experts Paul Carrick Brunson and Anna Williamson for his awkward remark about his date. During the latest instalment, the celebrities' dates had to mark their meeting out of ten and deliver honest feedback for the stars. However, Ryan-Mark, 21, was left "furious" after his date scored him a three out of ten, saying that it was "quite serious" and a date should be a "bit fun".

The Apprentice hopeful Shama Amin has decided to leave the competition because of health concerns. The 41 year old suffers with rheumatoid arthritis — a painful condition that causes swelling and stiffness in the joints from the immune system attacking cells in these areas.

Lord Sugar, 74 , has addressed rumours he is set to leave The Apprentice in two years.The business magnate quipped that he will make the show’s final task to organise his funeral as he reassured fans he is set to stay in the show for longer.He said: “I’m not planning to quit the show in two years,’ he said.“I’ve publicly stated that I want to make it 20 years, this is the 16th so I’ve got four more to do to achieve that goal.”The BBC One star continued: “I’ve already worked out the final task for one of the series – to arrange my funeral.“To see how well they arrange it and what kind of coffin they would get for me.“I’m not going nowhere and the programme is going nowhere.“Please enjoy this current series, I can assure you there will be a lot more as long as I’ve got the health and strength in my body, I will carry on.”Ahead of the current series’ debut last week, Lord Sugar revealed whether the new generation of contestants are prepared for their tasks.He also hit out at critics who take to social media to criticise the participants despite the “extreme pressure” they are put under.Speaking of the candidates’ ability to get through the tasks, Lord Sugar told press including Express.co.uk: “They fall for the same things, the same traps and all that stuff.“But […] they learn very, very quickly, and that's a good sign for me, because I’ve got no problem with people that are a little bit naive or inexperienced whatsoever.

Lord Alan Sugar, 74, has lashed out at Boris Johnson as he addressed the auditions for The Apprentice candidates.The business magnate did not hold back on his criticism of the Prime Minister as he stressed he “would not pass” the test.Addressing whether he would like to see Government officials on The Apprentice, Alan said: “They wouldn't pass the audition test.“Not one of them. I don't think so.

The Apprentice's Karren Brady has given an update on her co-host nearly a year after he suffered serious injuries while biking.The business executive, 52, lamented the absence of her co-star Claude Littner on the new series of the BBC show, which aired last night, as he continues to recover, admitting that he's had a "difficult time" following the accident.The businesswoman gave an update on her co-star, opening up on the issues he's had following his accident last April.This series of The Apprentice sees Lord Sugar, Karren, and the first-ever Apprentice winner Tim Campbell put 16 contestants through their paces.Addressing Claude's absence on the popular BBC programme, Karren said to OK! Magazine: "Obviously, we were so desperately disappointed that he wasn't there but we were much more concerned about how he was."He had this terrible cycling accident, which has seen him have a number of operations."However, the mother-of-two added that the businessman is slowly recovering.Karren continued: "The good is that Claude is on the mend,"He's had a difficult time, but he's almost back to his best," she added.Last year, Lord Sugar took to Twitter to explain to his 5.2 million followers whether his co-star would be returning to the show following his accident.He wrote: "Just to clarify @claudelittner will be back."He had a serious accident just before filming started @bbcapprentice."The tweet comes as the businessman is recovering from injuries.Last April, The Apprentice star was riding an electric bike a mile away from his home when he found himself lying on the ground.He had to learn how to walk again after injuring his right leg so badly that he has required multiple surgeries, after revealing that doctors initially thought

Lord Alan Sugar, 74, took to his Twitter to let it be known he's not interested in hearing "sob stories" this season.

Lord Alan Sugar, 74, took to his Twitter, telling fans he did not want to hear any sob stories.

The Apprentice’s Tim Campbell was named the first ever winner of the programme back in 2005 and was offered a £100,000 per year job. Now, the successful businessman has now been announced as the new boardroom aide after Lord Alan Sugar's business associate Claude Littner pulled out of the new series due to a cycling accident.Addressing Claude’s unfortunate circumstances, Tim said he and his co-stars are happy he is making a recovery.He also expressed his gratitude after being able to have “come full circle” since his debut on the show.Tim said: “It’s a great honour to be part of the franchise which after sixteen series has been a transformation in terms of showing that business is for everybody, now it’s Lord Sugar’s ambition.“It was a great regret when we heard the news about Claude.“He was such a massive part of the franchise and we’re really pleased that he’s doing well and he’s on the road to recovery.“But it’s a great honour to have come full circle having been on the other side of the table.“I definitely understand what they’re all going through and it’s a great honour to be working alongside Baroness Brady in assisting these candidates to see how they all get on.”The TV star also spoke out on what he found “easy” now as a boardroom member after having been in the contestant’s position.He said: “It was very easy not to give them hints and tips.

Lord Alan Sugar has addressed this year’s series of The Apprentice as 16 contenders prepare to compete for a seat at the table.The business magnate discussed whether the new generation of contestants are prepared for the tasks ahead, with it being the 16th series of the BBC favourite.He also blasted critics who hit out at the participants despite the “extreme pressure”.Addressing the candidates’ ability to complete the tasks, Lord Sugar told press including Express.co.uk: “They fall for the same things, the same traps and all that stuff.“But […] they learn very, very quickly, and that's a good sign for me, because I’ve got no problem with people that are a little bit naive or inexperienced whatsoever.“No problem with young people like that.”The TV personality continued: “What I do have a problem with this is people who don't learn, don't pick up, who don't grasp things.“And what rings my bells is when you can see these candidates - and we start off with 16 candidates - quite a few of them get it and a lot of people, a lot of commentators who watch the programme - particularly those 35 to 40 year olds - are very quick to criticise.“‘What a bunch of idiots they are’, ‘what a bunch of idiots - that is wrong’, ‘they've done that wrong’.”Lord Sugar continued: “I wish one day, we could get a group of those people and stick them in the boardroom to see how they would do.“Because these people are under extreme pressure.“And that's what Karren [Brady] quite rightly said, 'They all want to win,' so the competition in this is amazing.”Lord Sugar also explained how the selection process allows for the “right calibre” of contestants to be asked to join the show.Asked whether he had to put the contenders under pressure, Lord Sugar

BBC One’s The Apprentice debuts a new season.The business executive joined the hit show in 2009 as Lord Alan Sugar’s new assistant, replacing Margaret Mountford.The latter left the series but returned in series 6, 7, 8 and 9 as a guest interviewer.Karren said Margaret gave her “the best advice” before stepping into her new role.However, the businesswoman disregarded her advice, only to quickly regret it.She explained: “I think the probably the best advice I got coming into this show was from Margaret.“Margaret decided that she didn't want to do it anymore and Ellen asked me to to fill her shoes.“And talking about shoes, she phoned me and she said, ‘I’m telling you right now, wear trainers,’ she said, ‘You are on your feet 12 hours a day’.”The West Ham vice-chair went on: “And of course I didn't take her advice.“First episode I wore heels, and at the end of my first day I remember I was laying in the bath and my feet were throbbing.“And I quickly took Margaret's advice and wore the trainers.“So I've learned I can't stand on my feet for more than 12 hours a day without wearing trainers.”Karren also spoke out on the importance of The Apprentice and how the programme has changed lives.She went on: “It’s been a real honour and a privilege to be part of such a fantastic show that really, unlike any other, changes people's lives.“And we've seen some incredible things and incredible places, met some incredible people.“And there's also other businesses in the background that help us with innovation, design...

The Apprentice star Lord Alan Sugar has revealed that he suffered a broken septum after following the "harrowing" coronavirus protocols that were needed to film the latest series of the popular BBC show.The 16th series is set to air on January 6 as contestants battle it out to receive a £250,000 investment from the business magnate, 74.But in a new interview, the Hackney native has told how he was left with a broken septum after adhering to Covid protocols that included rigorous testing.The TV personality detailed the requirements that were necessary for the show's 16th season to go ahead.Lord Sugar also revealed the jaw-dropping number of Covid tests he's done in preparation for filming the show.He said: "The Covid protocol was harrowing, to make it simple."I think my last count I’ve done 79 Covid tests," he admitted.The business mogul told The Mirror and other publications: "I haven’t got Covid but I’ve got a broken septum in my nose here."His co-star, business executive Karren Brady, also had her say on working within strict Covid rules, explaining that they were necessary to keep everyone safe.She said: "I think it was a mammoth task in itself, keeping everybody safe, that was the priority of the production team and everybody who was involved."She went on to reveal that social distancing, mask-wearing and constant testing were all measures taken even when the cameras weren't filming.Lord Sugar's comments come after he hit out at former Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan, following his remarks about this year's honours list.Piers told his 7.9 million Twitter followers how "disappointed" he was that he wasn't included on the list and "will have to wait" for his turn.He wrote: "Very disappointed not to have

Alan Sugar, 74, has taken to Twitter to respond to Piers Morgan’s joke that he should have been awarded a knighthood.The former Good Morning Britain weighed in on this year’s honours list in view of his 7.9 million Twitter followers.He said on January 1 how he was “disappointed” that he was not included and that he “will have to wait”.Piers tweeted: “Very disappointed not to have made the honours list this year.“After all I’ve done for this Govt, it’s baffling they haven’t rewarded me with at least a knighthood for services to holding miserably mediocre ministers to account.“‘Sir Piers’ will have to wait.”Lord Sugar did not take well to Piers’ remarks as he responded to his tweet pointing out that “Knight's are a very elite circle of

The Apprentice and later joined Alan Sugar's company Amstrad on a £100,000 salary, was left bewildered by the personal phone call from his former boss.The two appear to have remained in close contact since he left the firm in 2007.In a new interview with Radio Times, the 44-year-old gushed about his return to The Apprentice after 16 years, as a new line-up of contestants battles it out. When Tim saw a phone call from Alan, he recalled thinking, "'Is this a prank?' I thought people were going to burst in with cameras and say, 'Got you!'"But it turned out that the offer was, in fact, the real deal.

Karren began by outlining the “bad week” Ben, 49, was having, describing how he “seemed to blame his ex-wife Jennifer Garner for his past alcoholism”.Indeed, during an interview with radio host Howard Stern, Ben has since claimed that his comments on how his alcoholism was a side-effect of feeling “trapped” in their decade-long marriage had been twisted. The star appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! a few nights ago to clear things up. He told Jimmy: "I had gone on [the show], said how much we respected each other, cared about each other, cared about our kids, put them first.”"It said that I had blamed my ex-wife for my alcoholism, that I was trapped in this marriage, just made me out to be the worst, most insensitive, stupid, awful guy."It hurts