The Chase’s Jenny Ryan shocks fans with dramatic transformation as she ditches The Vixen’s look

“I am not the sum of my histories. I am a collection of my possibilities.”This sage advice neatly sums up my recent experiences with other older men. After retirement, and especially reaching the age of seventy, men seem to divide into two different streams. Some seemingly decide that life has become dull, and dormant, and they continue to live in the memory of past glories. Of continuing friendships but only with ex-work colleagues.

Al Roker celebrated his 68th birthday last week but it was no doubt a bittersweet affair as it has also been one year since the death of his good friend.MORE: Al Roker continues to prepare for life-changing moment involving son NickThe Today star sadly lost family friend Anthony Scotto on 21 August 2021, just one day after Al marked his 65th birthday. Anthony ran the New York restaurant Fresco by Scotto – which Al and his family frequented often – and tragically passed away at the age of 87.WATCH: Al Roker's rise to fameAt the time, Al paid tribute to Anthony on Instagram alongside a photo of the pair at his restaurant.

Lauren Goodger has been "really ill" and forced to call in the doctors after her baby Larose got sick too.The TOWIE star has been having a difficult time in recent weeks and last month, she tragically lost her newborn daughter Lorena the day she was born. Posting on Tuesday morning, Lauren revealed how her one year old had fallen ill "really badly".

Made in Chelsea's James Taylor and Maeva D'Ascanio are engaged after James finally proposed to Maeva on a holiday in Rome. And while fans thought they weren't going to be getting married for a while after James rejected Maeva's proposal on the show, it seems the couple now can't wait to become husband and wife. Speaking to OK!, James, 26, has given a few hints about his upcoming wedding with Maeva, 30, which he wants to take place in December 2023.

Neighbours star Charlotte Chimes admitted she “almost died” while trying to take a sultry bikini snap in the sea.The Nicolette Stone actress was busy frolicking in the ocean with her pal Winnie, stripping to a stunning scarlet two-piece as she attempted to balance by some rocks.The star is currently holidaying in the Balearic Islands in Spain, and looked sensational in the bikini held together with string. READ NEXT: Neighbours Scully family now - billionaire husband, suing show and career U-turn Her ensemble was barely held together with string and rose into a halter-neck, leaving her toned arms and thighs on full display as she flashed her toned tummy to fans.Charlotte added a pair of matching red sunglasses and secured her brunette tresses in an elegant bun to keep it out of her eyes.Charlotte’s pal Winnie wowed in a matching green bikini as the pair balanced precariously in the water with their arms outstretched, leaning close to one another to help their posture.But things were not all as they seemed, as Charlotte captioned the snaps: “Moving in gracias ((and then we almost died SOS)).”Her worried fans streamed into the comments section to praise the star, as one gushed: “Glad you didn’t!” and another echoed: “Beautiful view!”“Fantastic,” another social media user told her.Later, Charlotte relaxed on her hotel balcony with a glass of fizz raised high, showing off her incredible sun tan in her halter-neck bikini top, held together with a gold metal circle between the bust.She arranged an orange kaftan around her waist as she looked off into the horizon, standing barefoot against the railings with a stunning mountain backdrop amid the village below.Charlotte cheekily posted: “Fine I turned up the saturation but really

The Real Housewives Of Cheshire alongside his wife Sheena but aside from that his relationship with the world of celebrity is over.Shane, 46, parted ways with his fellow boyband members back in 2019 after they embarked on a lengthy farewell tour following their 11 year-long reunion after their original split.READ MORE: Shane Lynch says he's 'had enough' of Boyzone in candid Lorraine interviewBut now the Dublin born crooner wants to focus his efforts on his other business ventures – including a chain of 1920s inspired barber shops called The Elk & Clipper.He told New magazine: “In the last year or so I’ve made the active decision to completely exit from the industry, whether that be music or TV. The only thing you’ll see me do is Real Housewives because that is part of our lives and they came into our home and it is all genuine.“I happen to be a part of that, but my business life has gone to a whole new level and I’m happy with that.”Shane and Sheena – who share two daughters, Billie Rae, 13, and Marley, nine – also own and run a Cheshire based Irish bar named D13 after the area in Dublin where he was raised.He added: "We moved up to Cheshire for business, hence why Sheena ended up on the show, and I’m ok with that.

A school is reportedly supporting a "phenomenally bright" teen girl who identifies as a cat. The student allegedly has permission to act like a feline and be non-verbal in class, so long as her behaviour does not distract other youngsters at the private school in Melbourne, Australia.

Following numerous setbacks in auditioning for parts in the Game of Thrones universe, British actor Steve Toussaint was finally cast as Corlys Velaryon for the prequel House of the Dragon. In landing the role, the 57-year-old became the franchise's first black lead character.

Scott Disick is reportedly dating Rod Stewart's daughter Kimberly after being spotted hand in hand just hours before his car crash.

They will soon be turning heads again at venues across the region.

It's common for your memory to be affected from time to time. Stress, tiredness and certain illnesses and medications can often leave us feeling absent-minded.

A devoted Ayrshire son let his vulnerable elderly mum sit on his knee for almost six hours through a Tom Jones concert after the venue couldn't provide a chair.

Harry Styles and Olivia Wilde shared their thoughts on the online backlash they have received over their relationship. The 28-year-old singer and the 38-year-old actress opened up about the negative response to their romance from a portion of the former One Direction member’s passionate fan base. "It’s obviously a difficult feeling to feel like being close to me means you’re at the ransom of a corner of Twitter or something," Styles said in an interview for a Rolling Stone cover story that was published on Monday.

Laura Whitmore has announced that she is quitting her role as host of Love Island and won't be returning to front the next series. The presenter originally stepped in as the host of Love Island in 2020 after the tragic death of previous host Caroline Flack, who was a long-term friend of Laura's.Announcing the news of her departure to fans on Instagram, Laura said: "I was only planning to fill in for Caroline for a series and it turned into 3 series."I hope I did you proud Caroline."Now, Love Island fans are already anticipating who the next host could be as the next series of Winter Love Island approaches.

getaway driver mooned witnesses while his accomplice stole tools from a nearby van. Police have released video footage of the incident in the hope that the “bare-faced cheek” of the crook will help identify the thieves who took items valued at around £600 from a trades van.

READ MORE: Nicole Kidman's sexiest moments – wardrobe malfunction, skimpy swimsuit and thigh splitThe Hollywood star's arms were seriously defined in the snap, while her skimpy top gave fans a peek at her toned tummy and the micro skirt flashed her muscular thighs.Nicole's hair was flame red and had been cut unevenly, with jagged jaw-length strands framing her stunning face and the rest tumbling loose to her waist.Another snap showed the Hollywood beauty in huge black boots and a billowing black dress that fell to the ground and left one long leg bare.Fans could not get over Nicole's dynamite body and littered the comments section with flaming hot emojis after Perfect shared the shots on Instagram."Obsessed," one fan posted, while another said the actress was "the moment" and a couple admitted they were "shook"."Bada**!" wrote one admirer."WOW! What a cover," said someone else, as another said it was "sooo perfecto"."Love this!! Iconic," said another fan.One Nicole fan told her: "I can't breathe.""Hands down the best shoot she has done," said another follower.For more of the latest showbiz news from Daily Star, make sure you sign up to one of our newsletters here.One urged: "F*** those who say act your age, you are just getting cooler."Some people thought Nic's toned bod made her perfect for a high-octane action movie."I need to see her in a major sci-fi film now!" one person said.Another said Nicole's shot – which was taken by photographer Zhong Lin –was reminiscent of The Fifth Element, the 1997 sci-fi flick starring Milla Jovovich.READ NEXT:

A Place In The Sun ’s Laura Hamilton looked sensational in a series of clips uploaded to her Instagram Stories today (August 22). Wearing nothing but a white towel, the 40-year-old decided to talk her 160k followers through her skin care regime after being asked about how she takes care of her skin while abroad.

weight loss one year on from setting herself the target.Rachel, who posts as @loseitwithrachel, shared a clip of the video she posted at the start of her journey when she made it her mission to drop 100lbs (7.1st) within a year.In the first clip from August 21, 2021, she said: "Hi friends, I'm Rachel and I'm on a journey to lose 100lbs in one year."READ MORE: Emo influencer idolised as teen shows dramatic transformation after 'wasting years' But a week before the year mark, Rachel took to the app with another clip that confirmed had reached her goal adding that she "had been crying all day" over how proud she was of herself. She added in the caption: "It still doesn't feel real."TikTok users flocked to the comments on the video, which has gained 128,000 likes since it was posted on August 11, to praise her for her hard work and dedication.

Our Yorkshire Farm's Amanda Owen joked about her first ever encounter with ex-husband Clive, saying he "shouldn't have opened the door" to her.The 47-year-old TV star, who now shares nine children with Clive, announced that the pair were parting ways after 20 years of marriage.At the time of their first encounter, Amanda had been a 21-year-old trainee shepherdess when the six-foot beauty tapped on Clive's door looking for some work experience.READ MORE: Our Yorkshire Farm's Amanda Owen admits 'challenging' Ravenseat life after splitStraight away, the single farmer was instantly "taken with her" but it wasn't a mutual feeling and was more of a "slow burn" for young Amanda.On the Channel 4 show and while the twosome were still married, they reminisced about Amanda showing up on the doorstep in 1995.Amanda recalled: "This first time you and I met you it was a very dark evening."She added: "And I'd come to borrow a tup, remember?"Clive replied: "I do remember.

X Factor star Josh revealed that he would love for his group to team up with music sensation Ed Sheeran.On Monday (August 15), Josh attended the HBO premiere for House of the Dragon, the impending Game of Thrones spin-off.READ MORE: Samira Mighty reveals she was knocked back from X Factor at 15 years oldTalking exclusively to the Daily Star at the event, Josh revealed how his ideal collab would be the Shape of You singer.He said: "Ed Sheeran, we have actually met him before as well."The last time we met him he beat us to No1, well, he was No1 and we were No2."And he came in and apologised and was like 'I'm so sorry, that No1 would have meant so much more to you guys than me'."He didn't mean it in an arrogant way, he meant it in a really sweet way, but you never know, it could happen, who knows what could happen? One song could change everything."The Union J star also argued that it's too soon for the X Factor to make a return.The boy band first shot to fame when they came fourth on the X Factor in 2012.Josh spoke exclusively to the Daily Star about his thoughts about the reported return of The X Factor.He said: "I heard this and I'm not sure about it.

The Chase star Jenny Ryan recently showed off a brand new look as she attended an event in London. The 40 year old, who is best known as The Vixen, posed up a storm on the red carpet at the press night for Sister Act: The Musical at the Eventim Apollo in London on Wednesday 27 July.