Tom Jones: It's my wife's laughter that keeps me making music

Manchester City defender Micah Richards has explained why the title race momentum has swung in the favour of Liverpool.The Reds avoided a scare against Norwich on Saturday after falling behind early on to the Canaries, but rallied to win 3-1.City couldn't replicate similar heroics against Tottenham Hotspur in the evening after Pep Guardiola's similarly fell behind.City were twice able to peg Spurs back, but a heart-breaking 95th-minute winner pushed the game away from Harry Kane saw Spurs claim the three points.And despite still holding a six-point advantage, Richards believes that the title race now favours the Reds.Richards said on Sky Sports, after City's loss on Saturday evening: "It’s in Liverpool’s favour now."If they come here and win the game and do the rest that they need to do in the Premier League."I said before the game, don’t be complacent. Who do you think will win the title? Let us know in the comments section"It wasn’t just about City, Spurs were excellent today but I just thought City knew that were Spurs were going to drop deep and come on the counter-attack and played into their hands."The two sides are on a collision course for a clash at the Etihad Stadium in April.Jurgen Klopp's side also have a game in hand, and could draw level on points with Guardiola's side should they beat City in their own backyard.Liverpool won their maiden Premier League during the 19/20 season, but were unable to defend their crown to a rampant City last campaign.

Loose Women stars including Denise Welch, Charlene White and Saira Khan have shared their heartbreak for Brenda Edwards following the death of her son Jamal Edwards.The SB.TV founder passed away on Sunday (February 20) morning at the age of 31.His cause of death has yet to be confirmed.Tributes have since poured in online and posting to Twitter, Denise and Charlene sent their condolences to their ITV co-star Brenda while former Loose Women presenter Saira shared a heartfelt tribute to Jamal on her Instagram stories.On Sunday evening, Denise wrote: "My heart aches for my friend Brenda. I can't bear it."Jamal Edwards was a wonderful son and brother."Alongside a picture of Jamal, Charlene said in a tweet on Monday: "Your light shone so brightly that it touched so many of us, impacted the lives of many more, and changed the game forever.

Vanessa Feltz is turning another year older and wiser as she marks her 60th birthday today (February 21).The reality TV star who appeared on Big Brother in 2001, has experienced many public ups and downs in her showbiz career.In spite of relationship breakdowns, failed yo-yo diets and horrific surgery that didn't go to plan Vanessa has always been open and frank when it comes to her personal matters.To celebrate the This Morning star's candid attitude and her special day, Daily Star is exploring Vanessa Feltz's life – from her long-term engagement with her partner Ben Ofoedu to her surgery that went wrong.Vanessa was first married to surgeon Michael Kurer for 17 years, with the couple parting way in 2000 over infidelity claims.Michael and the TV star share two daughters Allegra and Saskia and are now grandparents of three.In 1999, Michael's affair was brought to light by a journalist which led to Michael leaving the marital home to be with the other woman. Speaking on This Morning in October 2020, Vanessa opened up about her ex husband's alleged cheating scandalShe said: "My husband had left and I had no idea why.

Chelsea captain John Terry has snubbed Manchester United's star Cristiano Ronaldo as the toughest player he's played against in favour of Lionel Messi and Ronaldinho.Terry answered the question on his Instagram account when hosting a Q&A session on Sunday evening.The former England international answered a range of topics from if he ever wanted to play abroad to his favourite golf courses.Terry also revealed he didn't care about Wayne Rooney wearing longer studs against him - as Chelsea won 3-0, and the title, anyway.But it was his answer to the toughest player he's faced that caught the eye as there was no room for Ronaldo.Chelsea and Barcelona become semi-regular opponents during the 2000s and early 2010.And the two sides played out some classic encounters, these series of games were kickstarted by Ronaldinho's moment of magic against the Blues at Stamford Bridge. Is Terry the best centre-back the Premier League has ever seen? Let us know in the comments section The Brazilian danced on the edge of the box before curling the ball past Petr Cech in the Chelsea goal.There was also the infamous encounter in 2009, and Fernando Torres' moment of redemption in 2012.Terry is currently out of the game, having most recently been seen at Villa Park as part of Dean Smith's coaching set-up.Terry helped Aston Villa return to the Premier League, but he left his role over the summer.The Englishman also revealed in his Q&A this decision was taken to spend more time with his family.

Loose Women star Brenda Edwards has issued a statement following the death of her son Jamal Edwards.The 31-year-old YouTube star sadly passed away on Sunday following a sudden illness.He gained fame after setting up the new music platform SBTV, which helped to launch a string of UK music careers including Dave, Ed Sheeran, and Jessie J.Susanna Reid read out a statement from former X Factor contestant Brenda during Monday's edition of Good Morning Britain.It stated: "It is with deepest heartache that I confirm that my beautiful son Jamal Edwards passed away yesterday morning after a sudden illness."Myself, his sister and the rest of his family and friends are completely devastated. He was the centre of our world."As we come to terms with the passing we ask for privacy to grieve this unimaginable loss."I would like to thank everyone for their messages of love and support."Jamal was an inspiration to myself and so many.

YouTube star Supercar Blondie has 70 million online followers where she shows herself zooming around in some of the world’s speediest cars – while rubbing shoulders with A-list celebs and F1 drivers.Alex Hirschi is the brain behind one of the most popular motor-focused content where she showcases her adrenaline fuelled life.Not only does she have the number one car-related social media account, with only one post she can easily bank up to six figure sums per post.To fans it seems like the blonde bombshell has an envy worthy life – but, it has not always been that way.After getting bullied, Alex took the trauma and churned it into motivation to build a better life for herself and it is safe to say that she is a force to be reckoned with.Despite now having lapped up many miles and much success, Alex still has to pinch herself when some of the biggest names in the industry slide into her DMs for advice on cars."I have always loved driving and loved cars – living in Dubai I got to be around some pretty incredible cars so my interest piqued."I really wanted to share what I could see here with the world and it just started as a hobby."But when I saw that so many other people loved seeing these cars as much as I did, I started to take it more seriously,” the 36-year-old explained to The Sun.So, she quit her career to see what would happen!Success was not just handed to Alex though, she had to pave her own way through a male-dominated industry that would often dismiss her for being a woman.But, despite the odds being stacked against her, this gave more drive and motivation to Alex to make sure her name was known by car-enthusiasts and the world's greatest.In just four years since quitting her job as a radio presenter, Alex has

Sir Tom Jones has revealed that Prince Philip had apologised for a comment he once made to the Delilah hitmaker.The encounter occurred after the Duke of Edinburgh had been quoted as saying that the legendary singer sounded like he “gargled with pebbles”.The Voice UK judge has spoken candidly about the royal and said that, many years later, the Duke approached him at Buckingham Palace during an event in a bid to clear the air.Tom admitted it was a moment that he and his late wife Linda Trenchard thought was "wonderful".Meeting at the Palace before an event for a wildlife foundation, Philip is claimed to have approached Tom to "explain himself".Speaking on SiriusXM’s This Is Happening with Mark Zito and Ryan Sampson, Tom said: "[Philip] said,

SIR Tom Jones has opened up about using viagra after admitting he needs a "little help here and there". The Sex Bomb singer, 80, discussed the changes of his vocal chords over the years with American comedian Marc Maron when he made the comment.

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Sir Tom Jones has revealed that Prince Philip apologized for the comment he once made about the singer "gargling with pebbles."In 1969, the late Duke of Edinburgh approached Sir Tom who had performed at the Royal Variety Show and in response to Tom's unique voice, said: "What do you gargle with, pebbles?"However The Voice judge has now revealed that, many years later, the Duke came up to him at Buckingham Palace during an event to clear the air, a moment both Tom and late wife Linda thought was "wonderful".MORE: Tom Jones' controversial love life revealedWATCH: Philip’s ‘unwavering loyalty’ to Queen to be hailed at funeralSpeaking on SiriusXM’s This Is Happening with Mark Zito and Ryan Sampson, Tom said: "[Philip] said, 'I was at a small

Sex Bomb singer Tom Jones has admitted he has used Viagra, adding “a little help here and there is alright”.

Sir Tom Jones, 80, released his single She's A Lady, one his best selling hits, in 1971.

Sir Tom Jones, 80, has opened up about a scary moment when he was caught in the undertow of shark-infested waters.The star said it was “divine” intervention that managed to save his life as he reflected on the moment once again.The Welsh crooner spoke about how he got into trouble in Acapulco back in the 1960s.He was holidaying at the popular beach resort when he swam off by himself.However, when he looked back at the beach, he found himself swept out much further than he had thought.He said: “I’m swimming back, head down, as you do, and I come up and I hadn’t moved an inch.“I thought, ‘This is it now’.

Sir Tom Jones believes divine intervention saved his life when he got into trouble swimming in shark-infested waters off Mexico. The singer was at a beach barbecue in Acapulco, a resort popular with the jet set in the 1960s, when he swam off alone and got caught in the undertow. Tom, 80, said: “I swam down and hadn’t moved an inch. I thought, ‘This is it now’. I always used to put my jewellery in my man bag and for some unknown reason I didn’t. “I put my hand on my chest and still had this big cross and chain on.” The Voice coach Sir Tom, whose new album Surrounded By Time is out this week, felt comforted by his crucifix and decided to ask for God’s help.

READ MORE. . . 'How dare he!' Piers Morgan erupts at 'brass-necked' Prince AndrewHe is now looking forward to performing songs from his upcoming album, Surrounded By Time.

  “I’d love to think I’ve got 20 years and that I’ll hit 100. “Realistically, though? I’ve got maybe 10 years.“I’m looking forward to getting back on stage, and it’s a lot easier thinking about that since we got the vaccine.”Tom also opened up about his late wife Linda Trenchard’s death, admitting he saw a grief counsellor to discuss his guilt. Sir Tom lost his wife Linda back in April 2016 after a battle with cancer.The Voice UK coach said: “When Linda was well, I’d recorded a cover of Bob Dylan’s song What Good Am I.“The last verse says, ‘If I just turn my back while you silently die, what good am I?’“I was thinking, ‘Did I stand by and let Linda die?’”He continued: “I was bothered about that, and I knew that was going to be the hardest

Sir Tom Jones, 80, has spoken candidly about his late wife Linda Trenchard’s death, admitting he saw a grief counsellor to discuss his guilt.The star detailed how he wondered if he stood by and “let Linda die” in an exclusive interview in Saturday's Daily Express newspaper.Sir Tom lost his wife Linda, Lady Woodward, back in April 2016 after a short battle with cancer.The crooner has now opened up about how he felt guilty following her death and wondered if he could have done more.He explained how he met with a grief counsellor as he worried he may have been able to get Linda diagnosed earlier if they’d lived in the UK.Sir Tom said: “When Linda was well, I’d recorded a cover of Bob Dylan’s song What Good Am I.“The last verse says, ‘If I just

Sex Bomb star modelled himself as a "Welsh Elvis" during his rise to superstardom in the Sixties. Born in Treforest, Pontypridd, a small coal-mining town, Sir Tom was one of few UK artists to break into the US.

 A month later, they welcomed their only child, Mark (Woodward) into the world, who is now Sir Tom’s manager.Linda died of incurable lung cancer in 2016. Sir Tom told The Sun that recording the album has been helpful in his grief recovery process and he is now looking forward to performing his new songs on tour.He explained: “My therapist said time will heal, and it has. I’m in a position now where everything is bright. “I’ve come out of that cloud I was in and this new album has helped well.“It’s just the Covid thing that stopped me.

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine Tom Jones lived the high life in LA for 41 years, most of those spent with his beloved wife Linda, who sadly passed away in 2016 after a short battle with lung cancer. He made a surprise return to the UK under Linda's dying wishes, however there is another sweet reason he left his home of 19 years, and that was to be closer to his family.

SATURDAY marked five years since Sir Tom Jones lost Linda, his wife of 59 years – and it’s a loss that has had a huge influence on his forthcoming 42nd album Surrounded By Time. “This is the first album I’ve done since she passed away,” Jones, 80, tells me over Zoom from the London home he moved to after Linda died of lung cancer in 2016.