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Metro
10-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Comedian reveals he 'got cameraman sacked for filming up colleague's skirt
Legendary comedian Frank Skinner has revealed how he once had a cameraman fired from his hit chat show for putting a camera up a colleague's skirt. Skinner, 68, hosted his self-titled Frank Skinner Show for ten years, between 1995 and 2005. First airing on BBC One, it was a combination of celebrity chat and stand-up routines, punctuated with comedy sketches and musical routines. It then moved to ITV in the year 2000, running for another five years. During this time he interviewed celebrity giants Jamie Lee Curtis, Ozzy Osbourne and Britney Spears… alongside British showbiz figures Matthew Kelly, Roy 'Chubby' Brown and Jo Brand. The Brummie comedian has reflected on his time hosting the show, recalling an incident in which he was forced to have a cameraman sacked for his 'horrible' behaviour. 'I think if you've got the power to do something about that, you need to use it,' he asserted. In an interview with The Sun, Skinner described the incident as 'horrible' and a form of 'bullying.' 'He thought it was funny to put the camera up a make-up woman's skirt and it got big laughs in the studio,' he said. 'I wasn't in the studio, but I found her crying in a room and she told me about it. I asked around. And because I was a big-time comedian, I was able to say: 'Well, look, either he goes or I go'. 'I don't want to get anyone sacked, but I did get him sacked. I tell that story not to make myself sound like some big hero and good guy, but just that I had the power and I did something,' he added. Skinner rose to fame on the stand-up circuit in the 1980s, before making he television debut in the 1990s. Since then, he's rarely been off the box, appearing in sitcoms Shane and Blue Haven, while hosting Room 101, The Frank Skinner Show and Frank Skinner's Opinionated. He is perhaps best known for his frequent collaborations with fellow comedian David Baddiel, with whom he co-wrote and performed the football anthem Three Lions. As part of their long-term partnership, they also hosted TV shows Fantasy Football League and Baddiel and Skinner Unplanned together. One TV show format which wasn't for Skinner was Channel 4's Celebrity Gogglebox – an experience he described as 'not enjoyable.' 'There's a place in Wareham in Dorset called Monkey World, and it's beautiful because they're often monkeys that have been rescued from unkindness on the continent, and a lot of Spanish, in particular, there's a thing of having your photo taken with a monkey,' he said during an episode of his Frank off the Radio: The Frank Skinner Podcast. 'The way to make them behave – and you can see this when you get close – is they've got cigarette burns on their skin that they use to make them do what they want them to do. And doing Gogglebox was a very similar experience.' Lest we think he's being overly dramatic, Skinner clarified: 'We're sitting watching the telly and we start talking, and a voice says 'Say something about his jacket'. Then it would stop, and they'd say 'Can you not go into digressions, it's funny if you keep it close to what's actually happening'. 'And pretty soon I'm thinking 'just please make this stop'. Skinner – who married long-time partner Cath Mason earlier this year – continued: 'When I left – I'd made it pretty clear in a politer way – I said 'Sorry, I thought this was going to be like enjoyable'.' As for Skinner's Celebrity Gogglebox co-star and long-time friend, Baddiel has worried that comedy might one day kill him. More Trending 'Stand up and making people laugh live is psychologically very all-consuming, and you sometimes think, I don't think I can keep doing this until I die because it's going to kill me,' 61-year-old Baddiel said during an appearance on Good Morning Britain last year. 'But actually, it's very hard to give up at the same time,' he said. 'It's very addictive and when you do it you feel like you are bringing a lot of joy. View More » 'It's an amazing buzz and also it feels like a great thing.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Strictly in fresh scandal after staffer claims they were 'offered cocaine by show star' MORE: Sci-fi fans can binge all 4 seasons of 'mind-blowing' series for free on ITVX MORE: Gladiators star Steel reveals medical procedure contributed to newborn son's death
Business Wire
10-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
$400 Million BlueHaven Wealth Management Launches with Osaic
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Osaic, Inc. ('Osaic'), one of the nation's largest providers of wealth management strategies, announced the addition of Daniel Leugers to its network of financial advisors. A wealth management veteran of more than 25 years, Leugers has launched BlueHaven Wealth Management, Inc. ('BlueHaven'), a Hudson, Ohio-based firm, overseeing more than $400 million in assets under advisement (AUA). At BlueHaven, Leugers will continue his legacy of providing personalized planning and portfolio construction. He is committed to building long-term client relationships by offering comprehensive retirement, income and financial planning tailored to each client's unique financial goals and circumstances. Leugers chose to affiliate with Osaic for its flexible architecture, enabling him to select the appropriate mix of platforms, tools and products to serve clients and grow his business. Osaic's resources and technology partners empower advisors like Leugers to streamline operations and focus on building enduring client relationships rooted in trust. 'As I was searching for the right partner to launch my own firm, Osaic – with its comprehensive tech stack and support ecosystem –checked all the boxes,' said Leugers. 'They stood out as a partner that truly nurtures long-term growth and supports the way I want to serve — with independence and intention. Further, Osaic's platform also offers me the flexibility to choose from a wide array of products and solutions, allowing me to serve clients thoughtfully and effectively.' Throughout his career, Leugers has earned a reputation for exceptional client service and a dedication to ongoing professional development, illustrated by his recognition as one of Forbes' Top Best-in-State Financial Security Professionals in 2024 1. Leugers' entrepreneurial spirit and client-first philosophy led him to establish his own firm while partnering with Osaic for support, unlocking more time to deliver the responsive, high-touch service his clients value. 'Dan exemplifies the growth-minded, client-centric advisor who excels on Osaic's platform,' said Kristen Kimmell, executive vice president of business development at Osaic. 'We're proud to support him as he launches and expands BlueHaven Wealth Management, leveraging our resources to help deliver valued financial guidance to his clients.' BlueHaven is the latest in a number of advisors to join Osaic, including Ryan Grossman, who recently joined StoneBridge Advisors, and the wealth management firm Nox Numis, which chose Osaic to leverage its robust investment platform. Osaic continues to attract high-caliber financial advisors with its advisor-centric platform, which is continually enhanced through new tech partnerships and product offerings–including the launch of CapitalHub, developed in partnership with Community Capital Technology. This recently introduced offering brings innovative marketplace technology to advisors, enhancing direct access to loan financing solutions. For more information about Osaic, please visit About Osaic: Osaic, Inc. ('Osaic'), a portfolio company of Reverence Capital Partners, is one of the nation's largest providers of wealth management strategies, supporting approximately 11,000 financial professionals. Osaic's mission is to empower entrepreneurial advisors to build thriving businesses and fulfill their clients' dreams. Visit to learn more. Securities and investment advisory services are offered through the firms: Osaic Wealth, Inc. and Osaic Institutions, Inc., broker-dealers, registered investment advisers, and members of FINRA and SIPC. Securities are offered through Osaic Services, Inc. and Ladenburg Thalmann & Co., broker-dealers and members of FINRA and SIPC. Advisory services are offered through Ladenburg Thalmann Asset Management, Inc., and Osaic Advisory Services, LLC., registered investment advisers. Advisory programs offered by Osaic Wealth, Inc. are sponsored by VISION2020 Wealth Management Corp., an affiliated registered investment adviser.
