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Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
BBC presenter Amanda Byram 'refuses to be shamed' for having a baby at 51
Former Total Wipeout presenter Amanda Byram has defended her decision to have a second child at the age of 51 TV presenter Amanda Byram has opened up about becoming a mother again at the age of 51, and says she "refuses to be shamed" for having a baby later in life. The former Total Wipeout and Big Breakfast host spoke about how her second son, Jett, was born earlier this year after a decades-long fertility journey that involved IVF and multiple miscarriages. In a first-person piece for the Daily Mail, she told readers: "In January this year, after 30 hours of sucking in Royal Sussex County Hospital's finest gas and air, at 51 I finally had the family I'd dreamt of. My second son, Jett, was a month premature, but he felt years overdue." Amanda began freezing her eggs at 40, met her husband Julian at 41, and the pair welcomed their first child, Phoenix, shortly after her 49th birthday. When their first boy was two years old, they decided they wanted to try again. Although both pregnancies were healthy and largely uneventful, she explained that the couple chose to keep them secret to avoid publicly going through possible disappointment after facing many fertility setbacks. When she announced Phoenix's birth three years ago, Amanda was initially showered with love and support, but the presenter was soon hit with online criticism for having a child at her age. One commenter exclaimed: "There's no way she gave birth to this child!" Others accused her of being selfish or predicted her children would suffer because of her age. "Fast-forward 20 years: a young man on the cusp of adulthood with two dead parents," another wrote. "I'm sorry but that's just a fact." Amanda said the most painful criticism came from fellow mothers, which left her questioning whether to even share her age at all with other parents at playgroups or parks. However, she has now embraced being an older mum and decided to speak out against judgements made based on her age. She shared: "I refuse to waste time worrying about what other people think, and even less worrying about what might happen 20 or 30 years from now. "Finally I have maturity and wisdom – and these outstrip any traits I possessed in my younger years." Amanda added that she stays healthy and doesn't drink or smoke, which she believes will give her many happy years with her kids. Beyond staying in shape, the BBC star wants to focus on what she can control: loving her children unconditionally and helping them grow into confident, compassionate adults. She defiantly hit back at naysayers, writing: "I might be a silver-haired lady when I collect my kids from primary school, but I'll be proud of every single strand. "If we don't speak up, how can we expect change? The keyboard critics will win, while society will continue to question and condemn the women who – for one reason or a million others – left it late to start a family."
Scoop
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Tony Amos Joins Radio Aotearoa Network With 'Big Tony's Big Breakfast' Show
Press Release – Radio Aotearoa Tonys journey is a testament to the enduring power of radio to connect, inform, and entertain audiences. Radio Aotearoa is thrilled to announce the addition of veteran broadcaster Tony Amos to our network lineup. Amos will host 'Big Tony's Big Breakfast' from 6:00 AM to 8:30 AM, Monday to Friday. With over 50 years of radio experience, Tony brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the morning airwaves. Amos began his radio career in 1972, and throughout the decades has had the privilege of broadcasting on various radio stations across New Zealand. His extensive career includes working with some of the country's most respected broadcasters, ensuring he has a deep understanding of New Zealand's diverse radio landscape. Tony's journey is a testament to the enduring power of radio to connect, inform, and entertain audiences. Now broadcasting live from Radio Aotearoa's Tauranga studios, Tony's 'Big Breakfast' show will reach listeners across the country, including Paihia, Auckland, Pukekohe, Waiuku, Tauranga, Hawke's Bay, and Dunedin – the oldest radio station in New Zealand. In addition to Amos, Radio Aotearoa is excited to welcome other highly regarded broadcasters to the network. Sean Plunket and Michael Laws, known for their work on The Platform, will be joining Tony with their own shows. Sean will broadcast from Wellington, while Michael will provide his commentary from Otago. Barbara Hamilton, a long-time Dunedin broadcaster, will take the helm of the midday to 4:00 PM slot, providing the community with compelling content. George Ngatai, Radio Aotearoa's owner-operator, who previously hosted the breakfast show, now takes over the 'Drive' time slot from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday to Friday. George shared, 'While we are a National Māori Radio Network, we are excited to bring in these incredibly experienced broadcasters. Their wealth of experience will elevate the programming we offer to our listeners.' George also highlighted the ongoing work to expand the network's reach. 'We are working on the re-launching of Radio Northland from Paihia, Radio Pacific in Auckland, Radio Geyserland in Rotorua, and Radio Avon in Christchurch. It's been a two-year journey, and we are proud to see our network covering over 50% of Aotearoa.' While exploring the possibility of using dormant national Maori frequencies for these stations, George approached former Radio Minister Willie Jackson in 2022, seeking approval for the frequencies, but was not granted permission. 'I don't want funding from the taxpayer; I want the use of frequencies even to lease them. These frequencies have been dormant for over 30 years. This is an opportunity to bring these stations back to life and serve the communities that rely on them,' said George. Now, George is reaching out to Minister Potaka and Minister Goldsmith to discuss the possibility of utilizing these frequencies, funded by advertisers rather than the taxpayer. 'If Pākehā can run radio stations well, then Māori can too. It's about providing quality content for all of Aotearoa.' Radio Aotearoa continues to grow as a significant voice in New Zealand's media landscape. With an expanded network, seasoned broadcasters, and a deep commitment to Māori and NZ music and community-driven content, the network is poised for an exciting new chapter.
Scoop
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Tony Amos Joins Radio Aotearoa Network With 'Big Tony's Big Breakfast' Show
Press Release – Radio Aotearoa Radio Aotearoa is thrilled to announce the addition of veteran broadcaster Tony Amos to our network lineup. Amos will host 'Big Tony's Big Breakfast' from 6:00 AM to 8:30 AM, Monday to Friday. With over 50 years of radio experience, Tony brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the morning airwaves. Amos began his radio career in 1972, and throughout the decades has had the privilege of broadcasting on various radio stations across New Zealand. His extensive career includes working with some of the country's most respected broadcasters, ensuring he has a deep understanding of New Zealand's diverse radio landscape. Tony's journey is a testament to the enduring power of radio to connect, inform, and entertain audiences. Now broadcasting live from Radio Aotearoa's Tauranga studios, Tony's 'Big Breakfast' show will reach listeners across the country, including Paihia, Auckland, Pukekohe, Waiuku, Tauranga, Hawke's Bay, and Dunedin – the oldest radio station in New Zealand. In addition to Amos, Radio Aotearoa is excited to welcome other highly regarded broadcasters to the network. Sean Plunket and Michael Laws, known for their work on The Platform, will be joining Tony with their own shows. Sean will broadcast from Wellington, while Michael will provide his commentary from Otago. Barbara Hamilton, a long-time Dunedin broadcaster, will take the helm of the midday to 4:00 PM slot, providing the community with compelling content. George Ngatai, Radio Aotearoa's owner-operator, who previously hosted the breakfast show, now takes over the 'Drive' time slot from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday to Friday. George shared, 'While we are a National Māori Radio Network, we are excited to bring in these incredibly experienced broadcasters. Their wealth of experience will elevate the programming we offer to our listeners.' George also highlighted the ongoing work to expand the network's reach. 'We are working on the re-launching of Radio Northland from Paihia, Radio Pacific in Auckland, Radio Geyserland in Rotorua, and Radio Avon in Christchurch. It's been a two-year journey, and we are proud to see our network covering over 50% of Aotearoa.' While exploring the possibility of using dormant national Maori frequencies for these stations, George approached former Radio Minister Willie Jackson in 2022, seeking approval for the frequencies, but was not granted permission. 'I don't want funding from the taxpayer; I want the use of frequencies even to lease them. These frequencies have been dormant for over 30 years. This is an opportunity to bring these stations back to life and serve the communities that rely on them,' said George. Now, George is reaching out to Minister Potaka and Minister Goldsmith to discuss the possibility of utilizing these frequencies, funded by advertisers rather than the taxpayer. 'If Pākehā can run radio stations well, then Māori can too. It's about providing quality content for all of Aotearoa.' Radio Aotearoa continues to grow as a significant voice in New Zealand's media landscape. With an expanded network, seasoned broadcasters, and a deep commitment to Māori and NZ music and community-driven content, the network is poised for an exciting new chapter.
Scoop
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Tony Amos Joins Radio Aotearoa Network With 'Big Tony's Big Breakfast' Show
Tuesday, 27 May 2025, 2:21 pm Press Release: Radio Aotearoa Radio Aotearoa is thrilled to announce the addition of veteran broadcaster Tony Amos to our network lineup. Amos will host 'Big Tony's Big Breakfast' from 6:00 AM to 8:30 AM, Monday to Friday. With over 50 years of radio experience, Tony brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to the morning airwaves. Amos began his radio career in 1972, and throughout the decades has had the privilege of broadcasting on various radio stations across New Zealand. His extensive career includes working with some of the country's most respected broadcasters, ensuring he has a deep understanding of New Zealand's diverse radio landscape. Tony's journey is a testament to the enduring power of radio to connect, inform, and entertain audiences. Now broadcasting live from Radio Aotearoa's Tauranga studios, Tony's 'Big Breakfast' show will reach listeners across the country, including Paihia, Auckland, Pukekohe, Waiuku, Tauranga, Hawke's Bay, and Dunedin – the oldest radio station in New Zealand. In addition to Amos, Radio Aotearoa is excited to welcome other highly regarded broadcasters to the network. Sean Plunket and Michael Laws, known for their work on The Platform, will be joining Tony with their own shows. Sean will broadcast from Wellington, while Michael will provide his commentary from Otago. Barbara Hamilton, a long-time Dunedin broadcaster, will take the helm of the midday to 4:00 PM slot, providing the community with compelling content. George Ngatai, Radio Aotearoa's owner-operator, who previously hosted the breakfast show, now takes over the 'Drive' time slot from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Monday to Friday. George shared, 'While we are a National Māori Radio Network, we are excited to bring in these incredibly experienced broadcasters. Their wealth of experience will elevate the programming we offer to our listeners.' George also highlighted the ongoing work to expand the network's reach. 'We are working on the re-launching of Radio Northland from Paihia, Radio Pacific in Auckland, Radio Geyserland in Rotorua, and Radio Avon in Christchurch. It's been a two-year journey, and we are proud to see our network covering over 50% of Aotearoa.' While exploring the possibility of using dormant national Maori frequencies for these stations, George approached former Radio Minister Willie Jackson in 2022, seeking approval for the frequencies, but was not granted permission. 'I don't want funding from the taxpayer; I want the use of frequencies even to lease them. These frequencies have been dormant for over 30 years. This is an opportunity to bring these stations back to life and serve the communities that rely on them,' said George. Now, George is reaching out to Minister Potaka and Minister Goldsmith to discuss the possibility of utilizing these frequencies, funded by advertisers rather than the taxpayer. 'If Pākehā can run radio stations well, then Māori can too. It's about providing quality content for all of Aotearoa.' Radio Aotearoa continues to grow as a significant voice in New Zealand's media landscape. With an expanded network, seasoned broadcasters, and a deep commitment to Māori and NZ music and community-driven content, the network is poised for an exciting new chapter. © Scoop Media
Scottish Sun
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
90's TV star looks unrecognisable after swapping lads' mags for luxury LA lifestyle
Keep scrolling to find out about the star's very different career blast from the past 90's TV star looks unrecognisable after swapping lads' mags for luxury LA lifestyle Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A 90's TV star looks unrecognisable after swapping lads' mags for a luxury LA lifestyle. The fan favourite featured in more than 30 shows - including Big Breakfast. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 This 90s TV star swapped lads' mags for a glamourous LA lifestyle Credit: Instagram/Dani Behr 5 Dani has since embarked on a whole new career Credit: Getty 5 She became a lads' favourite during the 90's Credit: Getty Dani Behr started her career with a brief appearance on the hit school drama series, Grange Hill in 1989. She went on to be a presenter on Channel 4's music show The Word for five years. Dani became a lads' favourite and later moved to the US to continue presenting over there. Following brief stints on I'm A Celebrity and Come Dine With Me, she embarked on a new career as a luxury real estate agent. In this role, the TV legend lets out and manages property for the Hollywood elite. Fans may have seen Dani appear on popular show Million Dollar Listing LA. She married restaurateur Carl Harwin in 2005, having two children, although the two went their separate ways nine years later. Speaking on White Wine Question Time in 2020, she revealed her full time switch to real estate came when on-screen work dried up - around the time of her 2014 divorce. Dani told Kate Thornton: "They don't have careers as presenters out here, like back home. "You're either a news journalist or a sportscaster or a late night comedian, those were the hosts of all the shows here and I didn't fit into any of those categories." Nineties TV star, 51, looks like she hasn't aged a day as she strips off to workout gear to show off her abs She already had ties to real estate industry - with her dad himself working in real estate while her mum is an interior designer. Dani therefore decided to study for real estate exams in order to obtain a license. She hosted a podcast titled The Behr Essentials for two years - focusing on her career in property. It comes as the TV legend looked unrecognisable last year while she striped off to workout gear for a fitness class. Taking to social media, Dani flaunted her stunning figure to her followers. She captioned the post: "I always get asked what I do to keep things tight and high and my secret weapon for the last ten years is Dance Cardio! "Love @manumoves class- always so fun, great music and a mighty sweat!! "You don't have to be in LA to participate - check out and sign up and start dancing at home!" 5 She appeared on I'm A Celebrity back in 2008 Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
