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Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
DJ Fat Tony is surprised with a VERY lewd wedding cake as he dances the night away with new husband Stavros Agapiou at star-studded nuptials
DJ Fat Tony was surprised with an unlikely wedding cake as he danced the night away with his new husband Stavros Agapiou at their star-studded nuptials. Tony, 58, and Stavros, 32, who have been engaged since October 2023, made it official at the Welsh Chapel in Charing Cross, before heading to the swanky Londoner Hotel for the glitzy reception. In snaps shared by Tony's pals on social media, it was revealed that the wedding cake was far from an understated affair, with each layer boasting letters which spelt out the word 'c**t.' Another snap showed the pair flaunting their best dance moves at the reception after exchanging their vows. Following the ceremony, Tony also took to the stage alongside his new husband to thank the guests in attendance, with the stunning venue decorated with white roses for the occasion. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. An A-list array of guests joined the couple to celebrate on their special day including Coronation Street's Claire Sweeney, TOWIE 's Gemma Collins and Davina McCall, with the likes of the Beckhams and Kate Moss also slated to attend. For his special day, Tony was among the first to arrive at the chapel and was joined by singer Boy George as he prepared to exchange vows with his partner Stavros. The renowned music star, real name Tony Marnach, cut a very dapper figure in an all-black suit featuring a silver brooch. Stavros arrived not long after Tony, and opted for an all-white look, which was made up of a blazer, waistcoat and quirky shorts. Davina McCall turned heads in a bright orange mini dress as she arrived to the chapel holding hands with her partner Michael Douglas. Kelly Osbourne opted for a black sleeveless dress while her locks were styled into a sleek bun for the day. Others in attendance included EastEnders stars Patsy Palmer and Jessie Wallace and fellow actress Jaime Winstone. Earlier in the day, Boy George got ready in the hotel with Claire and her son Jaxon, who she shares with her ex Daniel Reilly. Claire, 54, who is believed to be serving as a bridesmaid, took to Instagram to share some very glamorous photographs from her hotel room. With Tony being hugely popular on the celebrity circuit, it's little surprise that the nuptials hosted an eclectic star-studded guestlist and an A-list performance from none other than Kylie Minogue for the evening celebrations. The likes of David and Victoria Beckham and David Furnish would be mingling alongside Alison Hammond and Jedward, while Tony previously revealed that he wanted Boy George as his best man. A source told The Sun: 'Tony is one of the most popular people on the London celebrity circuit and his wedding is going to be packed full of stars. 'No one had Kate, Gemma and Claire in a bridal party on their bingo cards this year, though. It's going to be incredible to see them lining up together.' They added: 'Tony and Stavros have put a lot of thought into their big day and it's going to be one to remember. As for having Kylie singing at their evening do, it's iconic.' In 2023, Tony opened up about the poignant choice of church for their wedding, noting that he plans to wed in a church in Earls Court which honoured those who died of HIV and AIDS in the eighties and nineties. He said at the time: 'This church was the only place that had love and compassion for our community. I want to get married there because, for me, it's full circle. It's for everybody that didn't make it to that point.' Earlier this month, much of the reported guestlist stepped out to party with DJ Fat Tony at his star-studded stag do. The pair have been engaged since October 2023 after Tony popped the question during a romantic trip to New York.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Gemma Collins, Davina McCall and Jessie Wallace lead stars at DJ Fat Tony's wedding to Stavros Agapiou
GEMMA Collins, Davina McCall and Jessie Wallace led the stars at DJ Fat Tony's wedding to Stavros Agapiou today. The glamorous event took place at the iconic Welsh Chapel in Charing Cross, London, where the couple exchanged vows before a glittering crowd of celebrity friends. 11 11 11 The lavish celebration continued at the Londoner Hotel, drawing an eclectic mix of famous faces from reality TV, soap operas, and music. Bridesmaid Gemma, who The Sun revealed is a bridesmaid alongside Kate Moss and Claire Sweeney, arrived alongside her fiancé Rami and his son Tristan, six. She turned heads in a mint green dress with an eye-catching leopard-print bag. Davina, glowing in a vibrant orange minidress, attended with her partner Michael Douglas, while EastEnders legend Jessie stunned in a pink off-the-shoulder number. She posed with her co-star Jaime Winstone outside the venue, who looked trendy in a turqiouse minidress. Tony, 58, real name Tony Marnach, was sharp in a sleek black suit accented with a silver brooch. He was joined by his longtime friend Boy George, who served as best man and sported his trademark quirky style, complete with a patterned black shirt, white blazer, and blue bowler hat. Stavros, 32, made a striking appearance in all white, from blazer to distinctive shorts, complementing Tony perfectly. Tony's mother, Dawn, elegant in black, accompanied by George as they descended the chapel steps together ahead of the night's festivities, which featured a special performance from pop legend Kylie Minogue. Other notable guests included Coronation Street 's Claire, who brought her son Jaxon dressed sharply in a tuxedo and red bow tie. DJ Fat Tony reveals brutal facial injuries after 'being knocked out at gig and rushed to hospital' Kelly Osbourne showed up in a sleek black dress alongside her Slipknot star husband Sid Wilson. Elton John 's husband David Furnish was also present, dressed dapper in a cream jacket. The morning of the wedding saw George getting ready alongside Claire and her son at the hotel, with Claire sharing glamorous moments on Instagram. star Tanya Bardsley made her way to the venue in style, documenting her journey with her husband Phil. Alison Hammond and Jedward had also been expected at the ceremony. A source told us this week: 'Tony is one of the most popular people on the London celebrity circuit and his wedding is going to be packed full of stars. 'No one had Kate, Gemma and Claire in a bridal party on their bingo cards this year, though. It's going to be incredible to see them lining up together. 'Tony and Stavros have put a lot of thought into their big day and it's going to be one to remember. 'As for having Kylie singing at their evening do, it's iconic. 'They couldn't be happier about saying their vows in front of the people they love most. Tony's dog is also going to have a role in their big day, which is very sweet. 'Their wedding photos will go down in history.' Tony previously opened up about his nuptials and the couple's poignant choice of church, which honours people he knew who died of HIV and AIDS in the Eighties and Nineties. He said: 'There's a church in Earl's Court. When we died of AIDS, no one else would touch us because they didn't want to bury us into the ground. 'We weren't allowed to be buried. We had to be burned. 'This church was the only place that had love and compassion for our community. 'I want to get married there because, for me, it's full circle. It's for everybody that didn't make it to that point.' Tony also said he wanted Bronski Beat's Jimmy Somerville to sing Smalltown Boy at the venue, about a gay youngster not being accepted by his family. He added: 'I asked him many years ago and he said yes.' 11 11 11 11 11 11
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Fat Tony's wedding kicks off in style as DJ, 58, arrives flanked by longtime pal Boy George for his London nuptials before exchanging vows with Stavros Agapiou, 32
DJ Fat Tony and his partner Stavros Agapiou are tying the knot in front of their A-list friends in a lavish ceremony in London on Saturday. Tony, 58, and Stavros, 32, who have been engaged since October 2023, are making it official at the Welsh Chapel in Charing Cross, before heading to the swanky Londoner Hotel for the reception. For his special day, Tony was among the first to arrive at the chapel and was joined by singer Boy George as he prepared to exchange vows with his partner Stavros. The renowned music star, real name Tony Marnach, cut a very dapper figure in an all-black suit featuring a silver brooch. He was joined by his mother Dawn Marnoch who cut an elegant figure in a sparkling black dress and a lace cardigan With Tony being hugely popular on the celebrity circuit, it's little surprise that the nuptials hosted an eclectic star-studded guestlist and an A-list performance from none other than Kylie Minogue for the evening celebrations. Perhaps more surprising however is the unlikely pairing of supermodel Kate, 51, and reality star Gemma, 44, who alongside Coronation Street 's Claire Sweeney, 54, will allegedly stand by Tony's side as he marries the love of his life. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The likes of David and Victoria Beckham and David Furnish will be mingling alongside Alison Hammond and Jedward, while Tony previously revealed that he wanted Boy George as his best man. A source told The Sun: 'Tony is one of the most popular people on the London celebrity circuit and his wedding is going to be packed full of stars. 'No one had Kate, Gemma and Claire in a bridal party on their bingo cards this year, though. It's going to be incredible to see them lining up together.' They added: 'Tony and Stavros have put a lot of thought into their big day and it's going to be one to remember. As for having Kylie singing at their evening do, it's iconic.' The insider went on to say that Tony's dog will also have a 'role' in the big day while the couple 'couldn't be happier' about saying their vows in front of their loved ones - noting that the wedding pictures will 'go down in history'. In 2023, Tony opened up about the poignant choice of church for their wedding, noting that he plans to wed in a church in Earls Court which honoured those who died of HIV and AIDS in the eighties and nineties. He said at the time: 'This church was the only place that had love and compassion for our community. I want to get married there because, for me, it's full circle. It's for everybody that didn't make it to that point.' Earlier this month, much of the reported guestlist stepped out to party with DJ Fat Tony at his star-studded stag do. The renowned DJ, real name Tony Marnach, was joined by his closest friends including Gemma, Claire and Jade Jagger as he celebrated before his marriage to Stavros. The pair have been engaged since October 2023 after Tony popped the question during a romantic trip to New York. The stag was thrown at an elite speakeasy style bar in Mayfair known for live music and burlesque performers. Tony donned a sophisticated all black ensemble with a pair of jeans, zip down structured jacket as he beamed for a snap with the TOWIE legend. Gemma wore a stunning white co-ord featuring flared trousers and a buttoned waistcoat over a colourful ruffled blouse. Claire, 54, was beaming as she arrived in Mayfair wearing a golden jumpsuit with a houndstooth pattern and an oversized faux fur coat. Jade Jagger, daughter of Rolling Stones rocker Sir Mick Jagger, was in great spirits as she was photographed with Tony when she arrived at the party. The exclusive guest list kept going with fashion designer Kyle De'Volle and Gavin And Stacey actor Russell Tovey. Elsewhere, the likes of Kate Moss and Alison Hammond celebrated with the happy couple at their glitzy engagement party at The Londoner Hotel last year. This Morning host Alison was joined by son Aidan, with Gemma and John Grimes of Jedward also in attendance. Also in attendance was singer Boy George, actor Russell Tovey and author Irvine Welsh and his wife Emma Currie. It comes as Tony and Stavros were showered with gifts just hours before their nuptials on Saturday. The couple, who will say 'I Do' at the weekend, were sent gorgeous bouquets of flowers as the DJ took to Instagram to share their lovely gifts on Friday. Meanwhile, the happy couple were also sent a sweet good luck message from pal Davina McCall as she she shared her love for them ahead of their big day. In a video shared to Fat Tony's Instagram, Davina, 57, could be seen beaming into the camera as she remarked: 'Tony, Stavros, I'm so excited because the forecast for Saturday is amazing! 'I'm so happy for you guys, I'm so excited, I'm so excited to give you both a hug and welcome in this new and brilliant phase of your life. And I'm just sending you both so much love. 'I hope you're not too stressed, I don't think you will be. I'm really, me and Michael [Douglas, her partner] are really looking forward to celebrating with you both on Saturday. We love you so much. Love you, bye.' Captioning his post with a message back to Davina, Tony penned: 'We love you @davinamccall @mdlondon we can't wait to celebrate with you and all our family and friends on Saturday #thegreatestdayofmylife @stavrosagapiou.' The couple, who will say 'I Do' at the weekend, were sent gorgeous bouquets of flowers as the DJ took to Instagram to share their lovely gifts on Friday Following the loved up engagement that took place in New York, Tony shared the intimate moment on Instagram where he looked thrilled when Stavros said yes after getting down on one knee in front of a fountain in Central Park. At the time, he penned: 'When you find real happiness in life never let it go today I can truly say I'm the happiest I've ever been. 'I went to Central Park to this magical fountain and asked the man that has changed my life in so many ways and helped show me that I can be loved and how too love to marry me and make me complete and he said YES I'm so overwhelmed with joy.' The couple's celeb pals rushed to the comment section to congratulate them. Gemma wrote: 'Crying with happiness ❤️❤️ for you both I'm so happy CONGRATULATIONS' Paloma Faith: 'Congratulations to you both you make me sick'
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Fat Tony's wedding kicks off in style as DJ, 58, arrives flanked by longtime pal Boy George for his London nuptials before exchanging vows with Stavros Agapiou
DJ Fat Tony and his partner Stavros Agapiou are tying the knot in front of their A-list friends in a lavish ceremony in London on Saturday. Tony, 58, and Stavros, 32, who have been engaged since October 2023, are making it official at the Welsh Chapel in Charing Cross, before heading to the swanky Londoner Hotel for the reception. And Tony's was among the first to arrive at the chapel and was joined by singer Boy George as he prepared to say 'I do'. With Tony being hugely popular on the celebrity circuit, it's little surprise that the nuptials hosted an eclectic star-studded guestlist and an A-list performance from none other than Kylie Minogue for the evening celebrations. Perhaps more surprising however is the unlikely pairing of supermodel Kate, 51, and reality star Gemma, 44, who alongside Coronation Street 's Claire Sweeney, 54, will allegedly stand by Tony's side as he marries the love of his life. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The likes of David and Victoria Beckham and David Furnish will be mingling alongside Alison Hammond and Jedward, while Tony previously revealed that he wanted Boy George as his best man. A source told The Sun: 'Tony is one of the most popular people on the London celebrity circuit and his wedding is going to be packed full of stars. 'No one had Kate, Gemma and Claire in a bridal party on their bingo cards this year, though. It's going to be incredible to see them lining up together.' They added: 'Tony and Stavros have put a lot of thought into their big day and it's going to be one to remember. As for having Kylie singing at their evening do, it's iconic.' The insider went on to say that Tony's dog will also have a 'role' in the big day while the couple 'couldn't be happier' about saying their vows in front of their loved ones - noting that the wedding pictures will 'go down in history'. In 2023, Tony opened up about the poignant choice of church for their wedding, noting that he plans to wed in a church in Earls Court which honoured those who died of HIV and AIDS in the eighties and nineties. He said at the time: 'This church was the only place that had love and compassion for our community. I want to get married there because, for me, it's full circle. It's for everybody that didn't make it to that point.' Earlier this month, much of the reported guestlist stepped out to party with DJ Fat Tony at his star-studded stag do. The renowned DJ, real name Tony Marnach, was joined by his closest friends including Gemma, Claire and Jade Jagger as he celebrated before his marriage to Stavros. The pair have been engaged since October 2023 after Tony popped the question during a romantic trip to New York. The stag was thrown at an elite speakeasy style bar in Mayfair known for live music and burlesque performers. Tony donned a sophisticated all black ensemble with a pair of jeans, zip down structured jacket as he beamed for a snap with the TOWIE legend. Gemma wore a stunning white co-ord featuring flared trousers and a buttoned waistcoat over a colourful ruffled blouse. Claire, 54, was beaming as she arrived in Mayfair wearing a golden jumpsuit with a houndstooth pattern and an oversized faux fur coat. Jade Jagger, daughter of Rolling Stones rocker Sir Mick Jagger, was in great spirits as she was photographed with Tony when she arrived at the party. The exclusive guest list kept going with fashion designer Kyle De'Volle and Gavin And Stacey actor Russell Tovey. Elsewhere, the likes of Kate Moss and Alison Hammond celebrated with the happy couple at their glitzy engagement party at The Londoner Hotel last year. This Morning host Alison was joined by son Aidan, with Gemma and John Grimes of Jedward also in attendance. Also in attendance was singer Boy George, actor Russell Tovey and author Irvine Welsh and his wife Emma Currie. It comes as Tony and Stavros were showered with gifts just hours before their nuptials on Saturday. The couple, who will say 'I Do' at the weekend, were sent gorgeous bouquets of flowers as the DJ took to Instagram to share their lovely gifts on Friday. Meanwhile, the happy couple were also sent a sweet good luck message from pal Davina McCall as she she shared her love for them ahead of their big day. In a video shared to Fat Tony's Instagram, Davina, 57, could be seen beaming into the camera as she remarked: 'Tony, Stavros, I'm so excited because the forecast for Saturday is amazing! 'I'm so happy for you guys, I'm so excited, I'm so excited to give you both a hug and welcome in this new and brilliant phase of your life. And I'm just sending you both so much love. 'I hope you're not too stressed, I don't think you will be. I'm really, me and Michael [Douglas, her partner] are really looking forward to celebrating with you both on Saturday. We love you so much. Love you, bye.' Captioning his post with a message back to Davina, Tony penned: 'We love you @davinamccall @mdlondon we can't wait to celebrate with you and all our family and friends on Saturday #thegreatestdayofmylife @stavrosagapiou.' The couple, who will say 'I Do' at the weekend, were sent gorgeous bouquets of flowers as the DJ took to Instagram to share their lovely gifts on Friday Following the loved up engagement that took place in New York, Tony shared the intimate moment on Instagram where he looked thrilled when Stavros said yes after getting down on one knee in front of a fountain in Central Park. At the time, he penned: 'When you find real happiness in life never let it go today I can truly say I'm the happiest I've ever been. 'I went to Central Park to this magical fountain and asked the man that has changed my life in so many ways and helped show me that I can be loved and how too love to marry me and make me complete and he said YES I'm so overwhelmed with joy.' The couple's celeb pals rushed to the comment section to congratulate them. Gemma wrote: 'Crying with happiness ❤️❤️ for you both I'm so happy CONGRATULATIONS' Paloma Faith: 'Congratulations to you both you make me sick'
The Guardian
08-05-2025
- Health
- The Guardian
‘Utterly traumatised': anger at ordeal of UK woman accused of illegal abortion
When Nicola Packer took a pregnancy test in November 2020, as the country was in lockdown during the coronavirus pandemic, she did not even believe she was pregnant. Aged 41 at the time, she thought it more likely that she was perimenopausal, but had been feeling under the weather and when her friend – with whom the pregnancy had been conceived – suggested she took a test, she only did so to 'prove him wrong'. When the test, bought from a chemist around the corner, came back positive, she was 'shocked', but was never in any doubt about what to do. She had never wanted children, and immediately sought a termination. Under emergency provisions introduced during the pandemic – which were later made permanent – abortion pills could be dispatched by post, following a remote consultation, in pregnancies up to 10 weeks' gestation. She took the pills, thinking, as her defence barrister, Fiona Horlick KC, told Isleworth crown court, 'that she would only see blood clots to look into the toilet bowl', but to her shock, hours later, she delivered 'a small but fully formed baby'. This in itself was a traumatic event for Packer, but it would pale in comparison to what followed. She attended A&E at Charing Cross hospital, bleeding and in shock. Staff told her she was in the wrong hospital and to go to Chelsea and Westminster instead, but did not provide an ambulance and left her to make her own way there. She had brought the foetus with her, but did not immediately tell staff that she had taken abortion medication, because she feared it would affect the care she received. When she later admitted that she had taken the pills, informing a midwife who had told Packer 'she was there to care for her, that her safety was their priority and that whatever happened they were there to support her', the police were called in. Uniformed officers arrived at the hospital, and Packer, still recovering from surgery after the birth, was arrested. She was taken into custody and her computers and phone were seized. It was the start of an ordeal that would stretch for four and a half years, culminating in her standing in the dock, giving evidence as part of her two-week trial. For periods of the trial Packer was able to stand with composure and a sense of quiet pride. Often, however, this was stripped away under a barrage of deeply personal questioning, as the prosecution asked her to relive one of the worst days of her life, scrutinising every detail she said she could not recall. Though she seemed steady and stoic at times, she would sometimes give way to tears. When she gave evidence, Packer was joined in court by a small group of friends, who held her hand as she walked into the courtroom and escorted her out whenever she left, be it at the end of the day, or to take a break from her interrogation. At one point, the presiding judge was forced to send the jury away and reprimand Packer's support group for tutting too loudly and rolling their eyes during a particularly intense, and in their eyes inappropriate, line of questioning. As the trial came to a close, addressing the jury of three men and nine women for the final time, Horlick said her client was still 'utterly traumatised'. 'The facts of this case are a tragedy but they are not a crime,' she said. While the prosecution may be over, Packer, now 45, will be irreparably changed by the ordeal. The most private details of her life were aired in public – her medical history including past terminations, her sexual preferences, a tragic baby loss in her family, and even intimate photographs of her – shown by the defence to the jury to prove that she did not look pregnant. In the coming days, there will be questions asked of the Crown Prosecution Service, which brought the case to trial despite Judge Edmunds KC urging the CPS to review whether there was a public interest in trying the case 'four and a half years after events'. At a pre-trial hearing, Edmunds, the recorder of Kensington who presided over the case, said there was a 'heavy burden' on the prosecution, particularly given backlogs in the courts system. Jonathan Lord, an NHS consultant gynaecologist and the clinician in charge of Packer's care while working at MSI Reproductive Choices, said: 'This was a vindictive and brutal prosecution in which the CPS weaponised victim-shaming. Wholly unnecessary details of Nicola's relationships and sex life were prominent in the prosecution's opening statement, made in the full knowledge they would be widely reported in the press. 'The police played several recordings of her confidential medical consultations in open court. 'CCTV footage was shown of her arriving at A&E in considerable distress. Packer had to show the court intimate photographs of herself in her defence, all while sat in a packed courtroom as the jury viewed the images. No woman should ever have to endure institutionalised public shaming and humiliation, let alone in 2025 in England.' The case has furthered calls for a change in the law, which could come as soon as this summer, with two backbench Labour MPs set to lay amendments to the criminal justice bill, seeking to decriminalise abortion. One of the MPs, Tonia Antoniazzi, who spent a day in court during Packer's trial, said: 'It must be an immense relief for Nicola to have avoided conviction, but it is completely unacceptable that she was forced to endure the indignity and turmoil of a trial. Having met Nicola at the crown court recently, I have seen firsthand the devastating impact that this cruel and unnecessary investigation has had on her life over the last four and a half years. 'The true injustice here is the years of her life stolen by a law written decades before women had the vote, for a 'crime' which doesn't even apply in two nations of the United Kingdom. 'Nicola's experience, in her own words, includes being taken from her hospital bed to a police cell, denied timely access to essential medical care, and spending every penny she had on lawyers defending her case. This is utterly deplorable, and it is not justice. I do not see how this law can be defended any longer.' Lord said: 'Every agency Nicola needed turned against her. In this, as in other cases, the teams charged with treating, protecting and safeguarding vulnerable women and girls have done the most harm, breaking confidentiality and treating victims as criminals. 'The issue is not simply that Nicola had the misfortune of encountering some callous organisations or individuals, but that our current abortion laws directed and encouraged the actions taken against her. 'The law is causing life-changing harm to the women involved, and in some cases their children too. 'What's happening, the horrific way the women and their children are being treated – including those with premature labours and natural later pregnancy losses – is a national scandal.'
