Vinnie Jones once called Kylie Minogue’s ex-fiancé Joshua Sasse a 'b***end' to her face

Kate Garraway responded to a Twitter user who accused her of "parading" her husband in front of the public after he was left unable to move or communicate proper after battling severe Covid.Derek Draper, 54, was placed into a coma in hospital in March 2020 after catching the deadly virus.After a year in hospital, he returned home to Good Morning Britain host Kate, 54, and their two children Darcey and Billy - but now requires care 24/7.Kate opened up about his recovery and her struggles caring for him in documentary Caring For Derek which aired on Tuesday.Since Derek fell ill Kate has been giving her fans regular updates on his health through the media.Hours before the documentary was set to air, a Twitter user said they were uncomfortable with the publicity Derek has received.They said: "I genuinely hope he makes as full a recovery as possible. Sadly I still can’t reconcile how Derek’s alleged inability to communicate ties in with him consenting to Kate parading him in front of the public."That’s never sat comfortably with me." Kate then retweeted the post and wrote: "If you watch the doc tonight you will see."Kate said at the start of the documentary how she is "very protective about people seeing [Derek] vulnerable, but I’ve talked to him a lot about this".She added: "And I think he understands we have to make it real, because this is the reality of life for people that are caring.

Fern Britton showed there was no bad blood between her and her former This Morning co-host Phillip Schofield as she congratulated him on his 40 years on TV. The pair presented the ITV daytime show together for years but it was reported that things went sour following Fern's exit and rumours of a feud have swirled around ever since.

Good Morning Britain's Ben Shephard has admitted he didn't know what to say after tuning into Kate Garraway's latest documentary, Caring For Derek, which aired last night.Taking to Twitter, the ITV host praised his friend and colleague for sharing her family's "tough" story, which follows her husband Derek Draper's recovery from long Covid, almost two years after contracting the virus.In view of his 793,300 followers, the ITV personality gushed over his friend for being brave enough to share her family's story.Ben wrote: "I don’t have the words to describe how proud + inspired I am by my wonderful friend @kategarraway."It's such a tough personal story but one she’s sharing for those that don’t have the voice."I am so lucky to call her a friend, even if I have to endlessly tidy up after her," he added alongside a cheeky face emoji.The star also shared a smiley snap of him and Kate standing together while grinning from ear to ear.Ben's tweet comes the morning after Kate's follow-up documentary to Finding Derek was aired.Kate has kept the public up-to-date with Derek’s condition ever since he started battling coronavirus in March 2020, when he became so ill that doctors were forced to put him into an induced coma.Recently, the GMB star told how an eminent doctor in the States had reached out to her after seeing the first documentary, suggesting that Derek take the flight across the Atlantic for further treatment.Derek had to undergo oxygen and pressure tests to check he was able to cope with the 16-hour transatlantic flight, but has since successfully managed to make the journey.The former lobbyist has received specialist treatment at a clinic in Monterrey and is set to return for 28 days next month, while healthcare

This Morning presenter Phillip Schofield shared an insight into his relationship with his ex-wife Steph, whom he still seems to be on good terms with after coming out as gay in February 2020.Taking to Instagram, the talk show host took a minute to thank his family for their support after celebrating 40 years in the showbiz industry. Phillip, 59, posted a sweet update in view of his three million Instagram followers.On his story, he shared a picture of a large bouquet of bright yellow sunflowers. He captioned the snap: “40 sunflowers just arrived at work from Steph and my girls to mark my telly anniversary!“My fave flower,” he added with a heart and sunflower emoji, “Thank you xx.”  While Phillip came out as gay back in 2020, the star seems to have maintained a close relationship with his wife and paid tribute to his family during an episode of Lorraine on Monday. ITV dedicated the episode of Lorraine to Phillip, as he celebrated his 40 years in showbusiness.  Phillip couldn’t conceal his shock when Lorraine Kelly, 62, broke the news live on her show. Holding a book entitled Phillip Schofield: 40 Years, Lorraine quipped: “So here's a wee bit of a clue.“I'm outside This Morning's make-up room, I've got a big book.

Homes Under The Hammer star Lucy Alexander took to Twitter last night to discuss the emotional impact Kate Garraway's documentary Caring For Derek has had on her. After the programme aired on ITV last night, she shared her own feelings with her almost 39,000 followers."So much of this moved me having dealt with trauma in my own family," she wrote."Counting on mates like @benshephard popping in for a cuppa are invaluable."@kategarraway you got this.

Donald Trump has praised Russian President Vladimir Putin as a “genius” for his Ukraine invasion plans but claimed that the escalation would “never have happened” if he were still the US leader.The movement of Russian troops into separatist regions of eastern Ukraine yesterday (February 23) has led the UK government to declare that “the invasion of Ukraine has begun”.Speaking on Sky News, Cabinet minister Sajid Javid said: “It’s clear from what we have already seen and found out today that the Russians, President Putin, has decided to attack the sovereignty of Ukraine and its territorial integrity."Putin signed a presidential decree, recognising the independence of the separatist regions, and leaving Twitter users to speculate that World War 3 is about to begin.Now, interviewed on conservative podcast ‘The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show’, former US President Donald Trump has reacted to the news of Russia’s invasion.“I went in yesterday and there was a television screen, and I said, ‘this is genius’. Putin declares a big portion of Ukraine, Putin declares it as independent.

Premier League referee Mark Halsey has shared the secret on how he curbed Cristiano Ronaldo's tendancy to take a tumble during the superstar's early days at Manchester United.Ronaldo first joined United back in 2003 as a teenager from Sporting Lisbon.Under the watchful eye of Sir Alex Ferguson, Ronaldo evolved into one of football's best ever players before departing for Real Madrid in a then-record £80million move.Ronaldo returned to Old Trafford for a second spell at United in the summer a completely different player.But during his first spell at United, Ronaldo garnered a reputation for diving and was often slammed for his tendency to throw himself to the deck.Although Ronaldo has stamped out the majority of his theatrics, he has still been accused of taking the odd tumble in the Premier League this season.He was blasted for going down easily during a clash with West Ham's Kurt Zouma earlier in the season.But Halsey, speaking exclusively to Ladbrokes at the launch of its 5-A-Side bet on Chelsea v Liverpool, has revealed how he got into the head of Ronaldo before a match.What have you made of Ronaldo's performances for Man Utd this season? Let us know in the comments section.And the former official, who refereed in the top-flight for over 14 years, revealed that he'd even jokingly warn Ronaldo to stay on his feet prior to the match."You don't get star-struck when you're refereeing; you can't afford to," Halsey said. "When you cross that white line, you're refereeing 22 players, that's it.

Alan Shearer had Newcastle fans purring after hijacking Gary Lineker's tweet about Lille centre-half Sven Botman on Tuesday night. Botman was heavily linked with a move to St.

the Sun.The woman wrote: “I have three kids and quite frequently wish I had zero.“I never wanted kids and knew I wanted more from my life than dirty diapers and minivans. I was OK with the first two but the third really made me question everything again.” What are your thoughts? Tell us in the comments... She admitted that her main problem was worrying that she’d “thrown her life away” at such a tender age.The mum commented: “This is not what I want to be doing with my life.“I had my kids at such a young age (15, 19, 24 ) that I don't stand a chance at doing anything significant with my life other than saying hey I raised three more humans.“You're welcome.

Kate Middleton has been spotted looking gorgeous as usual as she stepped out to visit a kindergarten forest school in Copenhagen, Denmark.The Duchess of Cambridge, 40, who is reportedly set to compete against Prince William at a rugby match, appeared in high spirits as she had a smile plastered across her face at Stenurten Forest Kindergarten on Wednesday 23 February. The royal put on a casual display on her second day on her solo trip as she donned an oversized grey polo neck jumper alongside Seeland wax jacket, worth £209, and a pair of skinny black jeans.

Eminem's second studio album The Slim Shady LP was released 23 years ago.The 20-track record dropped on February 23, 1999 and changed the landscape of rap music forever, as well as the life of the then 24-year-old Marshall Mathers.The failed chef, who had been fired from his cooking job at Gilbert's Lodge in Detroit before the album's launch, garnered critical and commercial acclaim.The Slim Shady debuted at No2 on the Billboard 200 chart in the US and proved hugely popular, remaining on the chart for 100 weeks.It also picked up the 2000 Grammy Award for Best Rap Album, with Eminem also taking home Best Rap Solo Performance for his Slim Shady track My Name Is.Here's the unbelievable story behind The Slim Shady.Eminem is today worth millions of pounds but his life before the release of The Slim Shady LP is almost unrecognisable.While working on the record, the 49-year-old rapper was working as a cook at Gilbert's Lodge in Detroit for $5.50 (£4) an hour, trying to support his young daughter Hailie.To let off steam, the fledging artist would share lyrics from the forthcoming album with his co-workers, including the lyrics to the famously dark Slim Shady track '97 Bonnie & Clyde.The song details a fictional conversation of Eminem talking to his daughter Hailie as he disposes of her mother Kim's corpse after killing her.Of her reaction to being played the track by Eminem, Gilbert's waitress Lynn Hunt previously told LA Times: "I told him it was morbid killing your baby's mother.

BBC Breakfast star Dan Walker was left in an excited mood when he discovered one of his Strictly Come Dancing co-stars was appearing as a guest on Morning Live.The 44-year-old presenter was back on our screens on Wednesday morning alongside co-host Sally Nugent.Toward the end of the show, they chatted to Morning Live hosts Gethin Jones and Kimberley Walsh to find out what viewers can expect from the latest programme.Host Dan said: "Morning Live follows us on BBC One this morning. They're on at 9.15."Gethin and Kimberley are in the chairs today."However, the father of three couldn't want to chat to their guest Graziano Di Prima, who is best known for appearing on Strictly.Dan joked: "I don't want to be rude, and I know you usually tell us whats going on, but can you just show us Graziano early on.

Newport County in the mid-1970s, Aizlewood, now 65, had a long and successful career in the Football League with the likes of Charlton, Leeds, Bradford and Cardiff City. He also won 39 caps for Wales, playing alongside the likes of Neville Southall, Vinnie Jones, Dean Saunders, Ian Rush and Gary Speed during the late 80s and early 90s.

KYLIE MINOGUE has finally reunited with her boyfriend — after nine months apart. The Aussie pop star dodged lockdown in the UK when she headed back to her homeland in December.

Miriam Margolyes on Rowan Atkinson’s ’disastrous' perfornanceThe actor went on to say her sister Danni Minogue later thanked him for his words.Vinnie's admission came after he was unveiled as the Volcano on Australia's The Masked Singer, where Danni is a judge.He added: "Her sister came up to me after the show and thanked me from the family, because I'd told Kylie that he was a b***end."She thanked me because I'd stuck up for Kylie."The performer previously gushed about her engagement ring from Joshua, referring to it as "exactly the right ring" for her.Following their split, she said she had a "nervous breakdown".Speaking to Stella Magazine, the singer added: "I tried to be like other people.That's what people do, they get engaged."It was

showbiz gossip straight to your inbox with the Daily Star's FREE newsletterVinnie Jones "seems at peace" with wife's death, his co-star Terry Stone has revealed.

showbiz gossip straight to your inbox with the Daily Star's FREE newsletterMaking a return to the big screen helped Vinnie Jones cope with grief, his friend has said.The Hollywood hardman signed up for Rise Of The Footsoldier: Origins just months after his wife Tanya, inset, died from cancer. And it proved to be the lifeline he needed.Close pal and co-star Terry Stone had an emotional heart-to-heart with him while they were making it.He said: “Vinnie lost his wife and he was in a dark place.

Kylie Minogue is the undisputed Princess of Pop, and the talented singer will be demonstrating why she earned that title as she performs at the Global Citizen concert later this month.MORE: Kylie Minogue looks like an actual goddess in her flowing beach dressThe singer confirmed the news on her social media page with an image from Global Citizen of her in a striking green dress, posing next to a marble column.WATCH: Relive Kylie Minogue's 2012 performance at the Miracle Africa International Foundation"#GlobalCitizenLive is coming to London on Sept.

Duran Duran and Kylie Minogue have been announced as the headliners of the London date of worldwide charity concert Global Citizen Live 2021. 

Duran Duran and Kylie Minogue have been announced as the headliners of the London leg of Global Citizen Live 2021.The charity gigs, which are aiming “to defend the planet and defeat poverty”, will take place in numerous cities across the world during a 24-hour broadcast and livestream on September 25.Duran Duran lead the London line-up for this year’s Global Citizen Live alongside Kylie Minogue, while Eurovision winners Måneskin, Nile Rodgers and Chic and Rag’n’Bone Man will also perform in the capital.The line-up for the LA leg has also been announced, with Stevie Wonder headlining and the likes of Adam Lambert, Chloe x Halle, Demi Lovato, H.E.R., ONEREPUBLIC, Ozuna, The Lumineers and 5 Seconds of Summer all performing live.A post shared

showbiz gossip straight to your inbox with the Daily Star's FREE newsletter Former England footballer Vinnie Jones looked completely unrecognisable on Tuesday, after he took to social media to show off his new barnet to fans.