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TOWIE star Gemma Collins has moaned to her fans after highlighting that she hasn't had a holiday for almost three years thanks to a hectic work schedule.The 41-year-old reality TV star is dreaming of well-earned rest in the sun after a back-to-back working schedule.On Tuesday morning, the Essex star took to her Instagram Stories to film her manager surprising her with an at-home visit to discuss her busy career plans.Gemma told her 2.2 million followers, "Surprise visit from Mark this morning."Mark quickly chimed in, waving some documents and adding: "With your huge schedule for the year!"Gemma pleaded in the cheeky clip and said, "Oh Mark, please..."She then tells: "I would like a holiday. I haven't had one for two and a half years."Despite not being able to lap up the sun on vacation, Gemma has continued to enjoy a few local staycations and enjoyed the delights the UK has to offer.Earlier this week, the reality TV icon embarked on a safari trip with her partner Rami Hawash and his son Tristan.Last year, Gemma opened up about her rekindled romance with businessman Rami.After enjoying an on-off relationship with Rami over the last decade, at one point the couple were briefly engaged to be married in 2013.Their engagement came to an end in 2014, just weeks before they were set to tie the knot, and since their break up, Rami became a father to four-year-old Tristan.Sharing an update about her romance with Rami, Gemma said: "I'm delighted.

Inter Milan striker Alexis Sanchez has been bombarded with criticism from all angles after being sent off against Liverpool in the Champions League on Tuesday night.Just seconds after his teammate Lautaro Martinez had put Inter 1-0 up against Liverpool and halved their aggregate deficit, the former Arsenal star was dismissed for a second yellow card.After being booked in the first half, Sanchez reached for a 50/50 with Fabinho and, after reaching the ball first, caught the Brazilian midfielder with his follow-through. Speaking to BT Sport about Sanchez’s dismissal, former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand said: “He’s won the ball, you can’t tell me he shouldn’t try and win that ball, look how low his leg is.

Dancing On Ice and Love Island star Liberty Poole posted a heartfelt International Women's Day post on Instagram dedicated to her mum and friends.In the gushing post, fans were blown away with how similar she looked to her identical-looking mum, Jo Poole, as the star's main photo in the carousel was her posing alongside her mum.Liberty chose an all-black outfit in the eye-popping snap consisting of a corseted top with satin details and straight-leg trousers.While mum Jo, opted for an elegant white luxurious off-the-shoulder gown draped elegantly around her silhouette.Taking to Instagram to honor her mum, Liberty also celebrated a string of pals including Love Island's Kaz Kamwi and Too Hot To Handle's Beaux Raymond.In the heartfelt IWD post, Liberty penned: "Happy International Women's Day."I was raised by a single mom, she taught me to be independent, strong and to always empower other women."I am extremely lucky to be surrounded by such incredible women who continue to inspire me everyday.

Tattoos on the face also look beautiful to me.” But, the colourful Instagram poster, who posts snaps of her tattoos on Instagram page @mini.malisti, admits that her family originally weren’t keen on her tattoos, but now support her – and she doesn't plan to stop getting them anytime soon. Want all the biggest Lifestyle news straight to your inbox? Sign up for our free Daily Star Hot Topics newsletter She told us: “Mum and dad said at first that don’t take more but nowadays it’s okay for them.“My big sister likes tattoos a lot and has always encouraged me.

Kate Bosworth looked radiant as she walked the red carpet at Time's Women of the Year event on Tuesday night in Los Angeles.The Blue Crush star, 39, wore an eye-popping bright blue dress that accentuated her toned 5ft5in frame.The actress beamed as she smiled for photos at the star-studded gala. Pretty: Kate Bosworth looked radiant as she walked the red carpet at Time's Women of the Year event on Tuesday night in Los AngelesKate opted for a less-is-more presentation as she skipped most jewelry and wore a pair of ball-shaped drop earrings.She slicked her blonde hair back into a neat updo that was styled with a side part.

The U.S. government wants a word with Barry Diller, David Geffen and a third man involving the planned $68.7 billion merger of Microsoft and Activision Blizzard.

Robbie Amell gets surrounded by his gorgeous co-stars at the season two premiere of Upload held at The West Hollywood EDITION on Tuesday (March 8) in West Hollywood, Calif.

The Animation Guild’s Executive Board and QueerTAG Committee posted a response to social media regarding Disney’s CEO Bob Chapek and his lack of action or statement condemning Florida’s “Don’t Say Gay” bill.

Hulu series , star Sebastian Stan truly transformed into legendary rocker Tommy Lee. However, Stan says the most challenging part becoming the Mötley Crüe drummer had nothing to do with getting the look right.The 39-year-old star walked the red carpet at the premiere screening of the finale at The Greek Theater in Los Angeles on Tuesday, and he spoke with ET's Lauren Zima about the acclaimed series and portraying the real-life music legend.When asked what the hardest part of becoming Lee really was, Stan admitted it was «the drums.»«Because I don't play the drums.

Just hours before the finale of Hulu's Pam & Tommy debuts on the streaming service, Sebastian Stan celebrated the eight-episode series at a finale screening.The 39-year-old actor has earned strong reviews by portraying Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee in the limited series.Stan was joined by co-stars Lily James, who plays Pamela Anderson, and Seth Rogen, who plays the man who stole their infamous sex tape, Rand Gauthier. Finale:Just hours before the finale of Hulu's Pam & Tommy debuts on the streaming service, Sebastian Stan celebrated the eight-episode series at a finale screening Co-stars:Stan was joined by co-stars Lily James, who plays Pamela Anderson, and Seth Rogen, who plays the man who stole their infamous sex tape, Rand GauthierStan stepped out with a tan suede suit coat and a pink dress shirt with no tie for the red carpet event, held at The Greek Theatre in Los Angeles.He rocked matching tan suede pants and completed his look with shiny black dress shoes for the finale screening.

Kerry Washington is working towards making the world a better place.Washington, who was honored at  Women of the Year gala the event held on International Women's Day Tuesday, spoke to ET's Nischelle Turner about the honor and what it means for her as a mother, specifically a «girl mom.»«It's very surreal,» Washington said of receiving the honor. «I'm thrilled to be able to be here, being honored with women who are heroes of mine, and who are doing extraordinary work, and to amplify their work and just sort of cheer each other on.

Ukraine war because he's 'not doing much' at the moment. Ex-squaddie Harvey Hunt, 50, has booked a flight from Bristol to Rzeszów in Poland today in an attempt link up with other volunteer fighters.Speaking to WalesOnline, he revealed he has been told to head to the Ukrainian border via the pan-European E40 motorway and introduce himself as a former serviceman.Harvey, who says he served in the Royal Artillery as a gunner, will then find his way to a petrol station in the Ukrainian town of Novoiavorivsk, which is on the road to Lviv.There, he has been told he will find a regular shuttle of buses or cars that would pick him up there and take him into battle.Ex-lorry driver Harvey, from Minehead, Somerset, said: "I've got military training, I'm not doing much with my life - I want to help."I'm sitting watching the news, and I'm thinking 'I can get off my a** and help them'.

EastEnders star Lucy Benjamin has teased her epic transformation for her latest acting stint. Lucy, 51, is best known for playing Lisa Fowler in EastEnders and Maggie in the BAFTA award-winning BBC Four series Detectorists.

Ian Evatt admitted that Morecambe got under the skin of Bolton Wanderers towards the end of the first half of their draw last night as he felt his side became too emotional after conceding.

It's on the biggest stage where the biggest players often make their mark, but in the semi-finals of the FA Youth Cup tonight, Manchester United might well be hoping their most famous face provides a timely distraction.

Lily James is looking back on her time as Pamela Anderson. ET's Lauren Zima spoke to James at the finale screening of  Tuesday, where she shared what a «huge responsibility» it was to play the  star.«It's always such a huge responsibility to play someone, a real person, particularly with Pam, she's such an icon, I really love her, and I wanted to try and do her justice and try and capture her spirit and really explore what happened at that time and how she was treated and how things have changed, or not changed,» James explained.The miniseries recounts the total real-life rollercoaster that Anderson and Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee, played by Sebastian Stan, experienced after their sex tape was leaked. From understanding what she went through during that traumatic time to mimicking her voice and nailing Anderson's signature look, James underwent a major transformation to take on the role, one that involved intensive hair and makeup, a wardrobe with spot-on throwbacks to some of Anderson's most iconic '90s looks, and a prosthetics team that truly allowed James to get lost in the character.«We just worked so hard 'cause I was like, you can't play Pamela and not like, you know, and I obviously do not look like Pamela.

Julian McMahon's three-season tenure on the CBS drama. McMahon's early departure from  was made official in late January, with Dylan McDermott later announced to be stepping in to fill the void. With McMahon's exit looming, executive producer and showrunner David Hudgins and the writers faced a tall task in how to respectfully and logically write his character off.

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Emerald Fennell and Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, have officially met!

Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras chief executive Albert Kruger has called for a full NSW police investigation into the circumstances that led to the ejection of one of the original ‘78ers Barbara Karpinski from her seat in the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) during the Mardi Gras parade on Saturday night. He has also initiated an internal Mardi Gras investigation. Kruger told the Star Observer that he is in no doubt that the incident happened. He said that the police action was “unacceptable” and that he is “upset about it to be honest”. Karpinski was removed after standing briefly in the stadium seating area holding a handmade poster calling for peace and an end to the war in Ukraine.

A Whitefield restaurant has been forced to shut after a customer and member of staff tested positive for coronavirus. All staff at Mezzaluna on Bury New Road are now self-isolating and the restaurant will remain closed for 14 days, owner Francesco Stefanuto confirmed.It comes after a customer informed the Italian restaurant they had tested positive for Covid-19 at the beginning of last week.A member of staff then started showing symptoms a few days later and also tested positive for the virus on Friday morning (August 28).The restaurant closed immediately and is not expected to reopen until September 11.Speaking to the Manchester Evening News, owner Francesco Stefanuto said: “We are all in self-isolation at the moment.