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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
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- Daily Mirror
Michelle Keegan stuns fans with bikini snaps just months after giving birth
Former Coronation Street star Michelle Keegan became a first time mum in March this year - but she is already back promoting her swimwear brand and showing off her latest designs Michelle Keegan may have given birth to her first child just four months ago, but she is already back to work and flogging bikinis that she has designed - winning support and praise from fans in the process. The 38-year-old former Coronation Street star became a first time mum in March this year as she welcomed her daughter, named Palma, with her husband - reality star Mark Wright, 38. Most new mothers in the UK take advantage of the 26-52 weeks statutory maternity leave once welcoming their bundle of joy. But Michelle proved she was ready and raring to get back to work this weekend as she modelled her latest line of bikinis and beach wear from her Orfila Bee fashion line. Taking to Instagram on Sunday, Michelle shared a collection of snaps of herself wearing a brown bikini and a cowgirl hat. She paired the items with a lightweight white sarong which was tied around her waist and a white summer beach top that covered her arms. The star uploaded the images to her main grid alongside a caption stating: "We really did make the chicest cover up @orfilabee." Fans were stunned to see Michelle back at work - and showing off her toned figure. One impressed follower remarked in the comments section: "Thought she just had a baby?" While another echoed: "How have you just birthed a child?" Earlier this month, it was revealed that Michelle has been "torn" over her future - with the possibility of big acting roles and her new role as a mother pulling her in opposite directions. A source told The Mirror last weekend: 'Michelle has always been a hard worker, so she's torn between staying at home with Palma and getting back out there. 'It's not an easy industry – you're self-employed so you never know when your next job might be. It's still really early days, but these are the questions she's asking herself, because she's very much in demand. Everything Michelle touches lately seems to turn to gold.' Weeks earlier it was reported that Stockport-born Michelle had signed a six-figure deal to become the new face of Sky – alongside Luther star Idris Elba. Arguably still most famous for playing Tina McIntyre on Coronation Street from 2008 until 2014, Michelle went on to carve out an impressive acting career across a variety of genres. She made an impact as an army soldier in the hit BBC show Our Girl from 2016 until 2020. And more recently she enjoyed success on the Netflix drama Fool Me Once, and has won fans for her comedy work on the Sky series Brassic. Away from acting, she has drawn further attention for her fashion collaborations - and her romantic life. She began dating The Only Way Is Essex star Mark Wright in 2013 - and they became engaged that same year. It wasn't until May 2015 that they tied the knot - and then almost 10 full decades later, the happy couple started their own family with the arrival of Palma.
The Irish Sun
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Mark Wright slammed by fans as he pushes his dad down the pool steps in ‘cruel' prank
MARK Wright has come under fire for pushing his dad into the pool at his mega mansion. The TV star, 38, filmed himself as he knocked Mark Snr, 68, down the steps into the water - as sister Jessica's young son swam close by. Advertisement 6 Mark Wright filmed himself pushing his dad in the pool Credit: Instagram 6 His dad stumbled down the steps into the water Credit: Instagram 6 Jessica's young son was swimming nearby Credit: Instagram Mark Snr could be seen emerging from the water shouting: 'You f**king idiot', as he quickly tried to retrieve his phone that was in his pocket at the time. Former Towie star Mark can be heard laughing hysterically while Jess scrambled to help their dad. He shared the video online but not everyone found it funny and many were concerned for Jess's son Presley's safety. One person wrote: 'Not funny with the steps and the child , could have ended badly.' Advertisement Read More on Mark Wright A second said: 'Not funny at all!! Didn't you see the child close to him! Absolutely shocking and uncomfortable to watch!!!' While a third added: 'Na this was so out of order Mark! not funny at all. He may be fine, however, it could have been so bad.' And a fourth wrote: 'That was not funny, could have had a serious accident.' Jess also commented on the post and remarked: 'The language was frightening lol.' Advertisement Most read in Reality Exclusive Exclusive The family were enjoying the weather from Mark and his wife Michelle Keegan's £3.5m home, which boasts its own swimming pool . Mark is known for his love of pranks and he was hoping to sign his Brassic actress wife up for the Michael McIntyre's Big Show programme on the BBC but he quickly backed out. Mark Wright slammed for 'poor taste' post about planes as 265 killed in horror Air India crash Michael admitted that Mark insisted that Michelle take part in the programme's infamous Midnight Gameshow. In the sketch, Michael surprises a celebrity in the dead of the night in their bedroom. Advertisement The unsuspecting star is then forced to participate in a series of games all from the comfort of their bed. Teasing Mark's plans, Michael said: "I ran into Mark Wright at a golf day and he said: 'You've got to wake up my wife [Michelle Keegan]'... "But then he was like: 'I don't think I can do this, she's going to hate me.' However, Mark soon realised there could be a very dangerous problem. Advertisement Michael recalled: "Then he mentioned that there's some sort of attack dog that sleeps on the bed with them." 6 The family were enjoying a day by the pool Credit: Instagram 6 Mark Snr has appeared on Towie with his son in the past Credit: Getty 6 Mark with his wife Michelle - who wasn't in the video Credit: Getty Advertisement Mark Wright's career timeline Since rising to fame over a decade ago as a reality TV star, popular personality Mark Wright has gone on to enjoy a successful career. The Only Way is Essex (2010-2011, regular): Mark was an original Towie cast member from its October 2010 launch and spanning series 1-3. He left the programme in 2011 but has returned for a handful of cameos. I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here (2011): After leaving Towie, Mark signed up for the famed ITV jungle. He finished in second place behind McFly star Dougie Poynter. Heart (2012-2017; 2019 - present): Mark first joined radio station Heart in 2012, leaving five years later to pursue work in the United States. He made a return to the station in July 2019. Strictly Come Dancing (2014): The star took to the Strictly ballroom in 2014, finishing fourth behind Caroline Flack, Simon Webbe and Frankie Bridge. The Dengineers (2015-2017): Mark was a co-presenter of the children's programme for its first two series. After his departure, later hosts have included Joe Swash and Meryl Fernandes. Extra (2017-2020) : Mark was an entertainment reporter for this US outlet for three years. The Bachelor UK (2019): A revived UK iteration of the popular American dating show. Mark's version of the programme aired on Channel 5. The Challenge UK ( 2023) : Another UK rendition of an American format, this aired on Channel 5 in February 2023. Clean It, Fix It (2024 - present): Mark has joined the popular BBC daytime show from its fourth series onwards.
Scottish Sun
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Mark Wright slammed by fans as he pushes his dad down the pool steps in ‘cruel' prank
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MARK Wright has come under fire for pushing his dad into the pool at his mega mansion. The TV star, 38, filmed himself as he knocked Mark Snr, 68, down the steps into the water - as sister Jessica's young son swam close by. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Mark Wright filmed himself pushing his dad in the pool Credit: Instagram 6 His dad stumbled down the steps into the water Credit: Instagram 6 Jessica's young son was swimming nearby Credit: Instagram Mark Snr could be seen emerging from the water shouting: 'You f**king idiot', as he quickly tried to retrieve his phone that was in his pocket at the time. Former Towie star Mark can be heard laughing hysterically while Jess scrambled to help their dad. He shared the video online but not everyone found it funny and many were concerned for Jess's son Presley's safety. One person wrote: 'Not funny with the steps and the child , could have ended badly.' A second said: 'Not funny at all!! Didn't you see the child close to him! Absolutely shocking and uncomfortable to watch!!!' While a third added: 'Na this was so out of order Mark! not funny at all. He may be fine, however, it could have been so bad.' And a fourth wrote: 'That was not funny, could have had a serious accident.' Jess also commented on the post and remarked: 'The language was frightening lol.' The family were enjoying the weather from Mark and his wife Michelle Keegan's £3.5m home, which boasts its own swimming pool. Mark is known for his love of pranks and he was hoping to sign his Brassic actress wife up for the Michael McIntyre's Big Show programme on the BBC but he quickly backed out. Mark Wright slammed for 'poor taste' post about planes as 265 killed in horror Air India crash Michael admitted that Mark insisted that Michelle take part in the programme's infamous Midnight Gameshow. In the sketch, Michael surprises a celebrity in the dead of the night in their bedroom. The unsuspecting star is then forced to participate in a series of games all from the comfort of their bed. Teasing Mark's plans, Michael said: "I ran into Mark Wright at a golf day and he said: 'You've got to wake up my wife [Michelle Keegan]'... "But then he was like: 'I don't think I can do this, she's going to hate me.' However, Mark soon realised there could be a very dangerous problem. Michael recalled: "Then he mentioned that there's some sort of attack dog that sleeps on the bed with them." 6 The family were enjoying a day by the pool Credit: Instagram 6 Mark Snr has appeared on Towie with his son in the past Credit: Getty 6 Mark with his wife Michelle - who wasn't in the video Credit: Getty Mark Wright's career timeline Since rising to fame over a decade ago as a reality TV star, popular personality Mark Wright has gone on to enjoy a successful career. The Only Way is Essex (2010-2011, regular): Mark was an original Towie cast member from its October 2010 launch and spanning series 1-3. He left the programme in 2011 but has returned for a handful of cameos. Mark was an original Towie cast member from its October 2010 launch and spanning series 1-3. He left the programme in 2011 but has returned for a handful of cameos. I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here (2011): After leaving Towie, Mark signed up for the famed ITV jungle. He finished in second place behind McFly star Dougie Poynter. After leaving Towie, Mark signed up for the famed ITV jungle. He finished in second place behind McFly star Dougie Poynter. Heart (2012-2017; 2019 - present): Mark first joined radio station Heart in 2012, leaving five years later to pursue work in the United States. He made a return to the station in July 2019. Mark first joined radio station Heart in 2012, leaving five years later to pursue work in the United States. He made a return to the station in July 2019. Strictly Come Dancing (2014): The star took to the Strictly ballroom in 2014, finishing fourth behind Caroline Flack, Simon Webbe and Frankie Bridge. The star took to the Strictly ballroom in 2014, finishing fourth behind Caroline Flack, Simon Webbe and Frankie Bridge. The Dengineers (2015-2017): Mark was a co-presenter of the children's programme for its first two series. After his departure, later hosts have included Joe Swash and Meryl Fernandes. Mark was a co-presenter of the children's programme for its first two series. After his departure, later hosts have included Joe Swash and Meryl Fernandes. Extra (2017-2020) : Mark was an entertainment reporter for this US outlet for three years. : Mark was an entertainment reporter for this US outlet for three years. The Bachelor UK (2019): A revived UK iteration of the popular American dating show. Mark's version of the programme aired on Channel 5. A revived UK iteration of the popular American dating show. Mark's version of the programme aired on Channel 5. The Challenge UK ( 2023) : Another UK rendition of an American format, this aired on Channel 5 in February 2023. ( : Another UK rendition of an American format, this aired on Channel 5 in February 2023. Clean It, Fix It (2024 - present): Mark has joined the popular BBC daytime show from its fourth series onwards.
Daily Mirror
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Michelle Keegan 'torn' after baby Palma's birth with 'struggle to say no'
Former Coronation Street and new mum Michelle Keegan teased an upcoming project last week, but a source says it will bring up conflicting emotions After being tipped for Hollywood stardom, Michelle Keegan is feeling 'torn' between being a full-time mum and making the most of some exciting job offers. The former Corrie actress gave birth to baby Palma just four months ago, but already has TV execs vying to hire her, a source says, leaving her with a dilemma. 'Michelle has always been a hard worker, so she's torn between staying at home with Palma and getting back out there,' our source claims. 'It's not an easy industry – you're self-employed so you never know when your next job might be. It's still really early days, but these are the questions she's asking herself, because she's very much in demand. Everything Michelle touches lately seems to turn to gold.' READ MORE: 'Lightweight and sturdy' expandable carry-on suitcase is slashed by £130 for Prime Day Just weeks ago it was reported that Stockport-born Michelle had signed a six-figure deal to become the new face of Sky – alongside Luther star Idris Elba. And Michelle recently shared some photos of herself stepping back in front of the camera for a mystery project. Stylish in linen trousers and a top with 'Copacabana' written across the front, the 38-year-old was having her hair and make-up done. This could be her first big professional commitment since having Palma – her first child with her husband, former TOWIE star turned presenter Mark Wright – on 6 March. But for Michelle, who shot to fame in 2008 as barmaid Tina McIntyre on Coronation Street, it also means stepping away temporarily from the most important role of her life – motherhood. Parenting expert Joy Randolph tells OK!, 'What Michelle is feeling is completely normal – and incredibly common for new mothers; that emotional tug between wanting to be there for every moment with your baby, and also honouring the career you've worked so hard to build. It's not a lack of love or commitment. It's the reality of being a working mother today. 'Her situation reflects the reality of many. She's not choosing one over the other. She's trying, like millions of women do, to hold both her baby and her career in the same hand. That's not a weakness. That's motherhood.' With Michelle's Sky comedy Brassic wrapping on its seventh and final season, she is clearly eager to stay connected with the network, in a new capacity. Our source goes on to say, 'The Sky deal is her dipping her toe back in the water and working out what she's comfortable with. She knows she won't get this time back with Palma, but it's hard saying 'no' when you're in demand and you don't know how long that will last." The source continued, 'The thought of leaving her baby even for a short time is really hard, even though Mark is an amazing dad and very supportive. She's really ambitious and had such success with Fool Me Once that it's hard for her to think about staying away from work for too long.' Post-Corrie, Michelle's career skyrocketed, as she took lead roles in BBC military drama Our Girl, Sky's Brassic and BBC Australian period drama Ten Pound Poms. But her star power was cemented last year, with her impressive turn as Maya Stern in Netflix 's Harlan Coben thriller Fool Me Once – which became a global hit and sparked rumours she was being touted for roles across the pond. Between jobs, she'll no doubt return to the couple's Essex home to pick up where she left off. And Michelle and Mark have evidently been enjoying their time as new parents, sharing glimpses of Palma on their social media accounts. The couple and daughter Palma – whose name is believed to have been inspired by the Spanish island of Majorca, where they own a property – recently returned from Spain's £300-a-night SO/Sotogrande Spa & Golf Resort Hotel after a break with Mark's extended family, Palma's first holiday abroad. And, as our source claims, Mark has taken to fatherhood 'like a duck to water' and will support Michelle in whatever she decides. Mark, also 38, was back at work in the Heart FM studio with pal and co-presenter Olly Murs just days after Palma's birth. Speaking to the Dance With Me Tonight hitmaker, who also became a dad for the first time last year, a besotted Mark said he'd be videocalling his wife and daughter during their studio breaks. 'It makes you realise what our mums did for us, and makes me have so much more respect than I already had for what women go through,' he added, praising Michelle as a 'superhero'. 'Michelle has really bonded with Palma – as has Mark – and she is loving every second of being a mum, they both feel it's all been worth every second of the wait for her. She's such a happy baby and Michelle and Mark are brilliant parents – nothing seems to faze them. They're both in their element.'
Scottish Sun
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Michelle Keegan shares rare pic of baby Palma as she returns to work four months after giving birth
It came after the new mum's huge career move was recently revealed WORKING MUM Michelle Keegan shares rare pic of baby Palma as she returns to work four months after giving birth MICHELLE Keegan today shared a rare picture of baby Palma, as she revealed she had returned to work four months after giving birth. Michelle, 38, who welcomed Palma in March, took to her Instagram grid to give fans an update on her busy life as a working mum. 5 Michelle Keegan looked stunning as she went back to work Credit: michkeegan/Instagram 5 The new mum revealed she was filming her next project in Bulgaria Credit: michkeegan/Instagram 5 The actress shared a glimpse of baby Palma on set Credit: michkeegan/Instagram 5 The popular star looked happy and relaxed as she got back to her day job Credit: michkeegan/Instagram The former Coronation Street star, who shares her adorable daughter with husband Mark Wright, 38, revealed she is back on set, filming her next project. She shared a slew of snaps from the shoot, which included an adorable pic of her daughter. Other pictures included Michelle looking happy and relaxed on set as she showed off her incredible post-baby figure. In her caption, she wrote: "A week of work & belly laughs in Bulgaria." Michelle didn't disclose what she was filming, but last month The Sun revealed how the actress had signed a six-figure advertising deal to become the new face of Sky. We revealed how she would be filming a series of promo clips — which will be shown around the globe — with fellow British actor, Luther star Idris Elba. The deal is Michelle's first major job since she gave birth in March. She landed the deal after becoming a major player for Sky, with her comedy-drama Brassic one of the most popular series to air on the platform. A source said: 'Michelle has really been enjoying maternity leave with Palma, but she'll be back to work soon to film these new adverts for Sky. 'Absolutely besotted' Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright welcome baby daughter 'She has signed a six-figure deal for the job and is thrilled to have been chosen to appear alongside Idris, who has been their 'face'. 'Brassic is ending after the seventh series and Michelle is keen to still be a part of the Sky brand. 'Landing this ad is huge for Michelle, as she's fast becoming a brand in her own right. "Everything she touches seems to turn to gold.' BABY JOY Michelle has been giving fans updates of life as a new mum. The actress revealed she was expecting her first baby with Towie favourite Mark back in December. The happy couple - who have been married for nine years - shared their happy pregnancy news on Instagram. Then in March, the new parents revealed they had welcomed baby Palma into the world.
