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Daily Mirror
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
World's first triple hair transplant to be carried out on identical triplets
The balding triplets are hoping to roll back the years and will go under the knife today after they all experienced hair loss at the same rate due to their shared genetics as identical triplets Three identical brothers who once appeared on Cilla Black's Blind Date are set to undergo the world's first triplet hair transplant after they lost their hair around the same time due to their shared genetics. Julian, Eliot, and Ryan Gregory, 40, are set to travel to the same clinic to undergo an identical procedure. It comes after the brothers all experienced hair loss at the same rate due to their genetics as identical triplets. They will now have follicular units removed one by one by using a precise motorised punch at HQ Hair Transplants in Cardiff. The clinic says "great care is taken with the grafts" before they are trimmed ready for implantation on the triplets. Brothers Julian, Eliot, and Ryan were born in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, before going on to launch careers in modelling and acting. But they say they have started to feel "less identical" as they have grown older due to their receding hairlines that began in their thirties. Julian, who lives in London, said: "We grew up being identical and the older we have got we feel the less identical we are getting. So if we can have more similar hairlines again it would be nice to see the reaction of other people and feel more identical again. " The three men grew up playing pranks and carrying out identity swaps - and are now set to have their transplants together. Ryan, who also lives in London, said: "I think our hopes for the procedure is if we could roll back the years a bit. "We have been together since we were in the womb and we always compare bits to each other like who has the most hair, who has got the biggest muscles and all the rest of it. We have always been quite competitive so I think if we can realign the playing field a little bit and realign the hairline." Ryan said he was the one to start looking into the procedure after starting to feel insecure about his hair. He said: "I have been wanting a hair transplant for probably ten years. I always said to people if there was anything I would pay for that was going to be cosmetic it would be a hair transplant. It has always been my most insecure bit of my body." The brothers, who appeared on Cilla Black's Blind date at just 18-years-old and featured in GQ magazine and Esquire, managed to convince Elliot to join them for the procedure. Elliot, who lives in Valencia, added: "Since my brothers have mentioned about the hair situation I have been looking at it a bit more and thought ok maybe I am ready to get the hair transplant done. I am looking forward to getting a fuller hairline." HQ Hair Transplants is run and owned by former New Zealand All Blacks and Cardiff Blues rugby star Xavier Rush. A spokesman for the clinic said: "We are super excited to perform what is thought to be the World's first Identical Triplet Hair transplant on all three brothers." The clinic has been running for five years and has completed transplants on Celeb's including Ella Morgan from Married at First Sight.
The Guardian
12-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Blind date: ‘I was in the bathroom when she arrived – the maitre d' thought I'd done a runner'
What were you hoping for? A man with teeth, good posture, social skills and character. First impressions? Smiley, friendly, chatty– and good posture. What did you talk about? Tennis. Yoga. Dr Martens. Growing up. Our careers. Travels. Spike Milligan and much more. It was an evening full of talk. Most awkward moment? I'm immune to awkwardness, having plenty of experience of putting my foot in it. Good table manners? Table manners doth not maketh a good man. Being the youngest sister of three brothers, I'm fiercely protective of my own food. He was OK with that. Best thing about Sacha? He was easy to talk to and conversation flowed endlessly, meandering over many topics. Would you introduce Sacha to your friends? Only the civilised ones. Describe Sacha in three words. Gentleman, interesting and interested. What do you think Sacha made of you? No idea. Blind date is Saturday's dating column: every week, two strangers are paired up for dinner and drinks, and then spill the beans to us, answering a set of questions. This runs, with a photograph we take of each dater before the date, in Saturday magazine (in the UK) and online at every Saturday. It's been running since 2009 – you can read all about how we put it together questions will I be asked?We ask about age, location, occupation, hobbies, interests and the type of person you are looking to meet. If you do not think these questions cover everything you would like to know, tell us what's on your mind. Can I choose who I match with?No, it's a blind date! But we do ask you a bit about your interests, preferences, etc – the more you tell us, the better the match is likely to be. Can I pick the photograph?No, but don't worry: we'll choose the nicest ones. What personal details will appear?Your first name, job and age. How should I answer?Honestly but respectfully. Be mindful of how it will read to your date, and that Blind date reaches a large audience, in print and online. Will I see the other person's answers?No. We may edit yours and theirs for a range of reasons, including length, and we may ask you for more details. Will you find me The One?We'll try! Marriage! Babies! Can I do it in my home town?Only if it's in the UK. Many of our applicants live in London, but we would love to hear from people living elsewhere. How to applyEmail Did you go on somewhere? The tube, a great underground scene. And did you kiss?Just a peck on the cheek as we said our goodbyes. If you could change one thing about the evening what would it be? I wish I'd ordered a G&T. And we both need to remain optimistic in our search to find someone who thinks we're amazing in every way. Marks out of 10? There was no romantic spark, so 7. But it's so hard to score as he was lovely (I know plenty who would give him a 10), just not my type. Would you meet again? It was friendship vibes only for me. What were you hoping for? A fun evening with an attractive woman. And, as a bonus, a spark. First impressions? Attractive, confident and chatty. What did you talk about? Iyengar yoga. Generational differences. Spike Milligan and the immortal line on his headstone: 'I told you I was ill.' Most awkward moment? I was not aware of any. Bridget has a warm, down-to-earth attitude to life, which created a relaxing environment. Good table manners? Bridget managed her linguine very elegantly, which is not easy. Best thing about Bridget? She is full of energy and the sort of person who will have an engaging conversation with strangers. We need more people like this in the world. Would you introduce Bridget to your friends? Definitely, she'd lighten any gathering. Describe Bridget in three words. Talkative, lively and curious. What do you think she made of you? Hopefully that I am a good listener and have an open mind. Did you go on somewhere? No, we were made very comfortable and welcome in the restaurant. And … did you kiss? No, just a peck on the cheek. If you could change one thing about the evening what would it be? Not being in the bathroom when she arrived – the maitre d' was speculating with her as to whether I'd done a runner. Marks out of 10? 8. Would you meet again? I happen to live near a memorial to Spike Milligan that Bridget did not know about. I hope to tempt Bridget with a tour and a coffee next time she is in London. Sacha and Bridget ate at Cafe Murano in London SE1. Fancy a blind date? Email
The Guardian
05-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Blind date in Cologne: ‘He walked me to my car. Unfortunately, I had parked very close by'
What were you hoping for?To find a nice connection with someone like-minded and with a romantic touch – it is a date after all! First impressions?We were both relieved to find out we were not matched with our colleagues with the same names. What did you talk about?Karneval season in Germany. How difficult it is to learn German. Over-tourism spoiling beautiful places. The challenges of ending difficult relationships. And, of course, Trump. Most awkward moment?We arrived at the same time and I recognised him when he asked for a reservation under the Guardian … which was kind of cute, actually. Good table manners?Impeccable. Best thing about Ian?He complimented me, which was very special. He also walked me to my car at the end of the evening. Unfortunately, I had parked very close by. Would you introduce Ian to your friends?To some of them for sure, they would get along. Blind date is Saturday's dating column: every week, two strangers are paired up for dinner and drinks, and then spill the beans to us, answering a set of questions. This runs, with a photograph we take of each dater before the date, in Saturday magazine (in the UK) and online at every Saturday. It's been running since 2009 – you can read all about how we put it together questions will I be asked?We ask about age, location, occupation, hobbies, interests and the type of person you are looking to meet. If you do not think these questions cover everything you would like to know, tell us what's on your mind. Can I choose who I match with?No, it's a blind date! But we do ask you a bit about your interests, preferences, etc – the more you tell us, the better the match is likely to be. Can I pick the photograph?No, but don't worry: we'll choose the nicest ones. What personal details will appear?Your first name, job and age. How should I answer?Honestly but respectfully. Be mindful of how it will read to your date, and that Blind date reaches a large audience, in print and online. Will I see the other person's answers?No. We may edit yours and theirs for a range of reasons, including length, and we may ask you for more details. Will you find me The One?We'll try! Marriage! Babies! Can I do it in my home town?Only if it's in the UK. Many of our applicants live in London, but we would love to hear from people living elsewhere. How to applyEmail Describe Ian in three charming and easygoing. What do you think Ian made of you?That I have good taste in wine, I hope. Did you go on somewhere?It was already late, but had it been a Friday I would have proposed it. And … did you kiss?No, but a nice warm hug. I don't normally kiss on a first date. If you could change one thing about the evening what would it be?To have met on a weekend. Marks out of 10?9. Would you meet again?We are planning on a hike with my dog soon. What were you hoping for?Great food and company (also that I wouldn't already know her because Cologne can feel like a village). First impressions?Wow! She's lovely and radiant, albeit slightly nervous, like I was. What did you talk about?Places we have lived. Hiking. Italian food and wine – she knows her stuff, but then she is Italian. Most awkward moment?None from her, but I was a bit clumsy in the cutlery department. Good table manners?Very elegant. I eat with my fork in my right hand, so she probably thought I was unsophisticated – which I am. Best thing about Monique?Very easy to talk with and good fun. Would you introduce Monique to your friends?Of course, but I'd have to send some of them on a training course first. Describe Monique in three beautiful and fascinating. What do you think she made of you?I don't know – maybe that I was all right? Who knows? Did you go on somewhere?The usual answer: it was a school night. And … did you kiss?A hug and a peck on the cheek. If you could change one thing about the evening what would it be?That the restaurant could have stayed open until 5am. Marks out of 10?8 (although I'm hedging my bets here). Would you meet again?We are going hiking soon, hopefully. Monique and Ian ate at Ox Royal in Cologne. Fancy a blind date? Email
The Guardian
29-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Blind date: ‘I wish I hadn't said the lighting made me feel like I was going for a smear test'
What were you hoping for?To meet my person. But failing that, to have a warm and engaging evening with an interesting new acquaintance. First impressions?Anna was smiley and chatty right away – I'm sure we were both a little nervous, but she put me at my ease. What did you talk about?Glasgow v Edinburgh. BBC Radio 6 Music. Eating nachos in your jammies. We covered a lot of ground! Most awkward moment?I did feel a little bad when Anna revealed she'd waited a year for a match. Thankfully, the organisers had convinced her that I wasn't simply the only man in Scotland who had applied. Good table manners?Perfect – Anna ate her first ever oyster with aplomb. Best thing about Anna?Her openness. I never felt that any topic was dangerous, and the conversation flowed easily. Blind date is Saturday's dating column: every week, two strangers are paired up for dinner and drinks, and then spill the beans to us, answering a set of questions. This runs, with a photograph we take of each dater before the date, in Saturday magazine (in the UK) and online at every Saturday. It's been running since 2009 – you can read all about how we put it together questions will I be asked?We ask about age, location, occupation, hobbies, interests and the type of person you are looking to meet. If you do not think these questions cover everything you would like to know, tell us what's on your mind. Can I choose who I match with?No, it's a blind date! But we do ask you a bit about your interests, preferences, etc – the more you tell us, the better the match is likely to be. Can I pick the photograph?No, but don't worry: we'll choose the nicest ones. What personal details will appear?Your first name, job and age. How should I answer?Honestly but respectfully. Be mindful of how it will read to your date, and that Blind date reaches a large audience, in print and online. Will I see the other person's answers?No. We may edit yours and theirs for a range of reasons, including length, and we may ask you for more details. Will you find me The One?We'll try! Marriage! Babies! Can I do it in my home town?Only if it's in the UK. Many of our applicants live in London, but we would love to hear from people living elsewhere. How to applyEmail Would you introduce Anna to your friends?Definitely. I'm sure she'd find plenty to talk about with almost anyone. Describe Anna in three wordsThoughtful, kind, curious. What do you think Anna made of you?I hope she found me entertaining company. Did you go on somewhere?We didn't – we realised we'd been in the restaurant for four hours and that I should go and catch my train home. And … did you kiss?We shared a goodbye hug. If you could change one thing about the evening, what would it be?Maybe to feel more romantic spark, but that doesn't always develop immediately. Marks out of 10?A strong 8. Would you meet again?Yes – we swapped numbers. What were you hoping for?Good company, tasty food (oh, and meeting 'the one'). First impressions?Henry was very warm and smiley. What did you talk about?Films, music, divorce, food, travel, cats and work-life balance. Most awkward moment? Tackling my first ever oyster covered in crumbs felt like a challenge on a first date … luckily it was delicious. Good table manners?Impeccable. Best thing about Henry?His openness and open-mindedness. Would you introduce Henry to your friends?Yes. Describe Henry in three wordsFriendly, intelligent, kind. What do you think Henry made of you?Hmm … I think he enjoyed my company, but possibly thought I was a bit intense?! (I blame the nerves.) Did you go on somewhere?No. And … did you kiss?No … but he did take my number. If you could change one thing about the evening, what would it be?When we were sitting under a huge circular spotlight and I said it felt like I was going for a smear test. Marks out of 10?9.5 Would you meet again?It's on the cards – not sure if it will be as more than friends though … Anna and Henry ate at Cardinal in Edinburgh. Fancy a blind date? Email
The Guardian
22-03-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Blind date: ‘He said I looked like Kate Moss, then went, 'No, wait, Kate Bush – I still fancy her though!''
What were you hoping for? A fun evening and my first column in the Guardian. First impressions? Very understanding about how late I was. What did you talk about? Ice-cream van turf wars. Whether you'd buy bedsheets from a charity shop. My undying love for Pizza Express. My new cow-print shoes. Most awkward moment? He told me I looked like Kate Moss, then went, 'No, wait, Kate Bush – I still fancy her though!' Good table manners? He was very good at sharing his food (and also took the pudding we didn't eat back for his friends who were staying with him). Best thing about Jack? He sang part of Dizzee Rascal's Dance Wiv Me to me during dinner, which is all I could want in a date. Would you introduce Jack to your friends? I would, but not the ones who are into running clubs (Jack hates running clubs). Blind date is Saturday's dating column: every week, two strangers are paired up for dinner and drinks, and then spill the beans to us, answering a set of questions. This runs, with a photograph we take of each dater before the date, in Saturday magazine (in the UK) and online at every Saturday. It's been running since 2009 – you can read all about how we put it together questions will I be asked?We ask about age, location, occupation, hobbies, interests and the type of person you are looking to meet. If you do not think these questions cover everything you would like to know, tell us what's on your mind. Can I choose who I match with?No, it's a blind date! But we do ask you a bit about your interests, preferences, etc – the more you tell us, the better the match is likely to be. Can I pick the photograph?No, but don't worry: we'll choose the nicest ones. What personal details will appear?Your first name, job and age. How should I answer?Honestly but respectfully. Be mindful of how it will read to your date, and that Blind date reaches a large audience, in print and online. Will I see the other person's answers?No. We may edit yours and theirs for a range of reasons, including length, and we may ask you for more details. Will you find me The One?We'll try! Marriage! Babies! Can I do it in my home town?Only if it's in the UK. Many of our applicants live in London, but we would love to hear from people living elsewhere. How to applyEmail Describe Jack in three words. Sweet, sincere and funny. What do you think Jack made of you? He told me that I had great stories. Did you go on somewhere? Not on purpose, but we got totally lost in Westfield so we went to lots of different stations … just not the one we needed. And … did you kiss? Not after the stress of getting so lost. If you could change one thing about the evening what would it be? Probably the restaurant only letting us have one glass of wine each. Marks out of 10? A strong 8. Would you meet again? We found out we live 15 minutes from each other and run in the same park, so it will be hard not to. Sign up to Inside Saturday The only way to get a look behind the scenes of the Saturday magazine. Sign up to get the inside story from our top writers as well as all the must-read articles and columns, delivered to your inbox every weekend. after newsletter promotion What were you hoping for? An abundance of laughs, some great storytelling and lots of free food. First impressions? Excellent outfit and a great smile. She began with a story about how she got lost in a car park on the way to the restaurant – the perfect start. What did you talk about? Her book influencer life. Whether ice-cream vans are a British institution. The disdain she maintains for her family sausage dog. The time she got paid £120,000 by accident. Why parkrun is overrated. Most awkward moment? When I accidentally said she looked a bit like Kate Moss. I meant Kate Bush! Good table manners? I wasn't paying too much attention. I was focusing on our conversation. Best thing about Emily? She is a great storyteller. I could have listened to the recollections of her crazy encounters all night. Would you introduce Emily to your friends? Definitely. She could make good conversation with a brick wall. Describe Emily in three words. Really good fun. What do you think Emily made of you? I hope good things. I tried my best to be funny, but not sure I was successful. Did you go on somewhere? Only if getting hopelessly lost in Westfield counts. By the time we found our way out, most places were closing. And … did you kiss? Just an excellent hug this time. If you could change one thing about the evening what would it be? We live in the same part of south London – so perhaps not having to schlep to a restaurant in east London. Marks out of 10? 9 – maybe full marks next time. Would you meet again?She promised to take me for dim sum, so we will see. Jack and Emily ate at Hera, London, E20. Fancy a blind date? Email
