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Wales Online
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Former Strictly winner admits 'I wouldn't be here today' without show triumph
Former Strictly winner admits 'I wouldn't be here today' without show triumph Tom Chambers is probably best known for his roles in Holby City and Waterloo Road, but it was in 2008 that he had an unexpected career triumph after being crowned winner of Strictly The former Strictly winner said he 'wouldn't be here today' without the dancing success (Image: BBC) Former Strictly Come Dancing winner Tom Chambers said "it's why I'm still here" as he looked back to his triumph on the show over 15 years ago. After getting an appetite for acting during his school days, it wasn't until he was aged 29 that Tom got his first big break on the small screen. It was announced in 2006 that he was going to be the newest member of the once-popular Holby City, which ran for 23 years. After staking his claim as one of the most important stars on the show, he made the somewhat unconventional move to swap acting for dancing after agreeing to participate in the 2008 series of Strictly Come Dancing. Then in its sixth series, Strictly Come Dancing was well on its way to becoming one of the country's most adored shows, like it is today. Tom was crowned the winner alongside Camilla Dallerup in 2008 (Image: PA) Despite the move to Strictly coming at the same time he was starring in Holby City, he agreed that it didn't do his career any harm, as he told Candis magazine: "Absolutely. It's why I'm still here. It really put me on the map." Article continues below But, acknowledging that competing on the show was one of the most terrifying experiences of his life, he added: "It gave me 15 minutes of extreme fame. My father, Stuart, who is a chartered accountant put the glitterball in the window of his business in Matlock." After seeing off competition from the likes of former GMTV presenter Andrew Castle, Christine Bleakley (now Lampard), Tom and his dance partner, Camilla Dallerup, made it all the way to the final beating Rachel Stevens, Vincent Simone, Lisa Snowdon and Brendan Cole to walk away with the coveted Glitterball trophy. They beat Lisa Snowdon in the final (Image: PA) Since his triumph on the show all those years ago, he returned to the world of acting with roles in Waterloo Road, as well as brief stints in Casualty, Emmerdale and Midsomer Murders. But he is now set to see his acting career hit the stage as he is due play the role of the famous fictional detective, Inspector Morse in House of Ghosts. Many will remember him playing Sam Strachan in Holby City (Image: Jed Cullen/) Article continues below It is set to run from the end of this month in Birmingham before the tour concludes in Salford next April. As Tom recently reflected on his time in Strictly, fans of the show are gearing up for yet another series of the beloved dancing show in the coming weeks. Meanwhile, their appetites have been whet in recent days with the announcement of this year's contestants, with names including; Vicky Pattinson, Dani Dyer, Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink and Thomas Skinner.
Daily Mirror
13-07-2025
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- Daily Mirror
BBC star makes comment on retirement after health issue mistaken as stroke
Television favourite Nicki Chapman has spoken about the impact of being diagnosed with a brain tumour and her thoughts about retiring from a glittering career in television Television presenter Nicki Chapman has issued a definitive statement on whether she plans to retire any time soon. The star of Pop Idol and Escape to the Country said that she wants to continue looking forward and to stay in her profession. Nicki's comments came after a terrifying health incident in which she was originally believed to have had a stroke before doctors realised she had a benign melanoma on her brain. Speaking to Candis magazine about the ordeal, the BBC star said: 'They thought I'd had a stroke. I cannot praise the NHS highly enough: I was looked after brilliantly from start to finish. 'I went back to work six weeks to the day after surgery. I'm 58. I have my health, my various jobs, and my lovely husband.' On whether she plans to retire, Nicki added: 'Heavens no. If you're lucky enough to love what you do, keep doing it. And I've never been someone who looks back. I always look forward – in both senses of the phrase.' This isn't the first time Nicki has spoken about her tumour and how it has affected her since she was diagnosed in 2024, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show presenter spoke to the Brain Tumour charity in 2020 about the experience and the distress she felt. She said: 'My symptoms were very sudden, over 24 hours. Initially doctors thought I'd had a stroke but scans revealed a golf-ball-sized meningioma. "It's the initial shock of diagnosis and then the shock when you tell people that's even more distressing. "It's like a slap. When you have to ring people – your family – and tell them; it's just hideous." Later, in 2024, she would tell the Mirror how much she was thankful to the NHS for their treatment of her, especially during the recovery. She said: 'Fortunately, my experience was a good one, my recovery was amazing, but I still take one day at a time. 'I'm a very positive person, so to always put a positive spin on life has helped keep me going.' Nicki added that she felt like she should share her experience so that others in the same position didn't feel alone. She explained: 'I decided to speak out after my operation as I felt not only had I received the best care I could have asked for from my local hospital and the NHS, but also that my story may help others going through something similar.'
Perth Now
20-06-2025
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- Perth Now
'Frankly, I think those things are rather silly...' Monty Python legend John Cleese not interested in a knighthood
John Cleese would refuse a knighthood if he was offered the British honour. The Monty Python star previously turned down the offer of a CBE and a peerage and he is adamant that if the Honours Committee and King Charles selected him for the most prestigious accolade and make him "Sir John Cleese" he would say no to the title because he doesn't need, nor want, the validation. When asked if he would turn down a knighthood in the New Year's Honours List, he said: 'I would. I simply don't need that sort of validation. "It's enough for me to know - because people often tell me - that I've helped them through difficult times by making them laugh. They come home, turn on an episode of Fawlty Towers and the world doesn't seem quite so bleak. That's my reward. "Frankly, I think those things are rather silly. Cleese's fellow Monty Python troupe member Michael Palin did accept his knighthood and although he isn't interested in receiving he accolade the Fawlty Towers actor was happy for his long-time friend. In an interview with Candis magazine, Cleese said: 'Good luck to him. I was genuinely pleased. I call him Sir Mickey: that's how I always address my emails to him, He's a lovely guy.' Cleese, 85, is proud to be in an exclusive club of men who did snub a knighthood, a list which includes late rock star David Bowie and The History Boys writer Alan Bennett, 91. The comedian said: "Just look at those men who have turned down awards and titles: David Bowie, Michael Frayn, Alan Bennett and Albert Finney. I have respect for them.' Cleese admits his political beliefs are still on the left when it comes to the distribution of wealth, despite him presenting a show on right wing TV channel GB News. He said: "I'm more to the left economically. I think greed is in danger of killing everyone. "People should be paid good salaries, where possible. We should be generous, not try to save money so billionaires can get richer.' The Life of Brian actor also wishes the world would lighten up and enjoy more "good old-fashioned laughter". Cleese added: "I think we need much more laughter in the world. I'm not advocating mean teasing. Just good old-fashioned laughter. There's nothing to beat it.'
Wales Online
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Bake Off's Prue Leith shares honest thoughts on Paul Hollywood after off-camera moment
Bake Off's Prue Leith shares honest thoughts on Paul Hollywood after off-camera moment Prue Leith, best known for her judging role on Channel 4 show The Great British Bake Off, opened up about her friendship with her co-star Paul Hollywood Prue Leith opened up about the dynamic she has with her co-judge, Paul (Image: Alan Chapman/) Prue Leith has revealed a touching anecdote about Paul Hollywood's "kind" side, as she discussed working alongside him on The Great British Bake Off. In a recent interview, the South African restaurateur, best known for her role on the beloved Channel 4 cookery show, heaped praise on her co-star and claimed that he "knows more about baking" than her. The 84-year-old also insisted that his on-screen persona may not be a true reflection of the Wallasey baker. During the chat, she described how people view Bake Off as "sort of a warm refuge" akin to "getting under a duvet", before revealing what she deemed a "nice thing" about the show. Prue described how people view Bake Off as "sort of a warm refuge" (Image: Getty Images ) She told Candis magazine: "The nice thing about the show is that we are just ourselves, although Paul is probably a little bit sterner on telly than he is in real life because in reality, he can be caught comforting a weeping baker. Article continues below "He is a kind person - I absolutely adore Paul. He knows more about baking than I do, that's for sure. But I've learnt a lot from him, and we do get on really well." Currently hosted by Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond, the show has graced our screens for around 15 years since its debut in 2010, and has become a much-loved TV staple throughout the country. In the show, contestants go head-to-head and demonstrate their bakery skills across various challenges, including signature bakes and showstoppers, all judged by Paul and Prue. Despite the show's success, Prue previously disclosed a certain drawback to Bake Off, one that leaves the food writer feeling "sad," regardless of whether it ultimately makes "good television." Prue also revealed what she termed the "nice thing" about the show (Image: Channel 4 ) In conversation with Luxury London, she said: "The competitive angle makes the Bake Offs very different from most food shows. You get so fond of the bakers and then you have to kick one off." She said this element was "bittersweet" and left her with a "genuine sadness" when she had to say farewell to somebody who was "so delightful" and "tried so hard." In other news, Paul recently revealed one thing he would rather avoid when it comes to baking a cake. Although many of us will remember tucking into uncooked cake batter when we were younger, Paul clearly isn't a fan. In a post on his TikTok account, he shared a video alongside the caption: "Something I've never understood... eating the raw cake mixture! Do you like eating it?" Article continues below He added: "The idea of raw egg, lumps of flour and butter doesn't appeal." To emphasise his point, he went on to say that he would "rather bake" it, and echoed that he doesn't "get it".
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Colin Farrell explains ‘tricky' decision to put son James, 21, with Angelman syndrome in long-term care facility
Colin Farrell is elaborating on a big parenting decision he made. The 'Penguin' star, 48, revealed in a new interview with Candis magazine that he and his ex, model Kim Bordenave, put their 21-year-old son James, who suffers from Angelman syndrome, in a long-term care facility. 'It's tricky – some parents will say, 'I want to take care of my child myself', and I respect that,' said Farrell, per The Independent. 'But my horror would be, what if I have a heart attack tomorrow, and, God forbid, James' mother, Kim, has a car crash and she's taken too – and then James is on his own?' he added. '[He'd be] a ward of the state. And he goes where? We'd have no say in it.' Farrell said the former couple are trying to 'find somewhere we like where he can go now, while we're still alive and healthy, that we can go and visit, and we can take him out sometimes'. 'We want him to find somewhere where he can have a full and happy life, where he feels connected,' Farrell shared of his son. 'By going out in the van every day and going to the supermarket and doing the shopping together. By going to the beach, museums, movies, all that stuff. Just a connected life.' Angelman syndrome is a rare neurogenetic disorder that causes delayed development and problems with movement, balance and speech, according to the Mayo Clinic. James was diagnosed with Angelman syndrome when he was just 2 1/2 years old. Farrell and Bordenave, 53, filed for a conservatorship of their son in 2021 before his 18th birthday. Last year, the actor launched the Colin Farrell Foundation, which aims to provide support for adult children with intellectual disabilities, in James' honor. 'Once your child turns 21, they're kind of on their own,' Farrell told People in Aug. 2024. 'All the safeguards that are put in place, special ed classes, that all goes away, so you're left with a young adult who should be an integrated part of our modern society and more often than not is left behind.' The 'Banshees of Inisherin' star also recalled learning of James' diagnosis and how he reacted to the news from the doctors. 'I remember the first two questions I asked were, 'What's the life expectancy and how much pain is involved?'' Farrell explained. 'And the doctor said, 'Life expectancy, as far as we can tell, is the same for you and for me, and pain, no.'' Farrell has another son, 14-year-old Henry Tadeusz Farrell, with Polish actress Alicja Bachleda-Curuś.
