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Daily Mirror
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Katie Price dazzles in huge customised hat as she thrills fans at drag show
Katie Price was a guest performer at the Clapham Grand in south London on Friday night where she joined RuPaul's Drag Race stars and thrilled the audience with her singing skills Katie Price dazzled during a night rubbing shoulders with drag performers and singing in front of adoring fans. The 46-year-old mother-of-five was a special guest at the Clapham Grand in London on Friday night. The glamour model was a guest at a club night hosted by American drag performer Anetra - who was a contestant on RuPaul's Drag Race in 2023. Drag Race UK contestant Michael Marouli was also on the line-up - along with a Northern Irish performer named Tailor Maid Colby. While on stage, Tailor welcomed Katie to join them before giving her the floor. Those attending the variety night were blown away when Katie performed her rendition of A Whole New World - from the iconic Disney film Aladdin. One fan in the audience shared footage of Katie singing to the crowd and branded it "Iconic". For her moment in the spotlight, Katie sported an eye-grabbing outfit. The star wore a pair of jeans and a simple crop top with the brand name Miu Miu written across her chest. She also sported a large silver hat which included the name "Pricey" in large lettering - with the Daily Mail sharing images of the star showing off her smile and outfit outside the venue. Away from the stage, Katie recently opened up about her ongoing romance with former Married At First Sight star JJ Slater. The pair have been dating since February last year - and are going strong. On her Katie Price Show podcast, she says that boyfriend JJ Slater not only fits perfectly in her life, but he's been a hit with the whole family. 'He's very much part of the furniture,' she said, 'I feel that if me and JJ were ever not together, I'd upset the whole family.' Despite the high praise, the former Married at First Sight contestant got a rough ride from his potential future brother-in-law. Harry Brooks, who is married to Katie's sister Sophie, greeted JJ's arrival into the family group chart with three damning words: 'What… another one?' Katie has been married three times before - and engaged eight times. Her first marriage was to Australian pop singer Peter Andre and this lasted from 2005 until 2009. The couple welcomed two children over the course of their marriage - being blessed with a son named Junior and a daughter named Princess. The children are now aged 19 and 17 respectively. Her second husband was Alex Reid - a former cage fighter and actor - but the marriage lasted less than a year. They were married in a Las Vegas ceremony in February 2010, but Katie filed for divorce in January 2011. Her third marriage was to exotic dancer Kieran Hayler and lasted from 2013 until 2021. The former husband and wife welcomed two children; son Jett and daughter Bunny, now aged 11 and 10 respectively. Katie's eldest son, Harvey, is from a past relationship with footballer Dwight Yorke. While Harvey is now 22-years-old, he has been cruelly shunned by his biological father.
Daily Mail
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Katie Price flaunts her toned abs in Miu Miu black crop top and 'Pricey' crown after performance at Clapham Grand
Katie Price couldn't wipe the smile off her face as she was seen leaving the Clapham Grand in London on Friday night following her performance. The former glamour model, 46, flaunted her toned abs in a black Miu Miu crop top and a pair of low rise faded grey jeans. The TV star, who had joined RuPaul 's Drag Race star Anetra for their show, accessorised the look with a dazzling silver 'Pricey' tiara. Appearing in great spirits she was joined by her boyfriend JJ Slater who was seen walking walking their new pooch towards the car. Carrying her essentials in a Louis Vuitton bag and completing the look with sparkly heels the star was seen hugging a fan as she exited the stage door. Katie and JJ welcomed the Cocker Spaniel named Rookie into their home back in February when he was just a 10-week-old puppy. The former glamour model, 46, showed off her incredible figure an array of tattoos as she paired the little top with low rise faded grey jeans A keen animal lover, Katie has owned various animals in the past, however, the star has also faced much publicised criticism for her treatment of animals. Seven animals - five dogs, a horse and a chameleon - have died in her care, with many involved in traffic accidents near her home in Sussex. After reports Katie gave away her puppy Tank after 'losing interest', People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) wrote an open letter to the star in February 2024. They offered Katie £5,000 if she signs a contract to not acquire another animal. 'While your intentions may be good, the ever-growing number of animals who have either died under your supervision or been given away is impossible to ignore, and people are rightly concerned,' PETA Vice President Elisa Allen wrote, in the letter shared by The Sun. 'Whatever you may offer as reasons for their suffering, relinquishment, or demise, the fact is that you are consistently harming these sensitive, sentient individuals, and I hope you agree that this is a solution PETA added: 'things have gone horribly wrong with many of the animals under her supervision'. In response to the open letter, a representative of Katie's told MailOnline: 'Kate has asked PETA many times to have a conversation with her directly, but instead they continue to play the narrative out in the media. Katie and JJ welcomed the Cocker Spaniel named Rookie into their home back in February when he was just a 10-week-old puppy 'If they want to have a direct conversation with Kate they can get in touch. 'Isn't it a waste of charity money or have they got funds available to give out to celebrities, which should be going towards animals?' Meanwhile Katie took a swipe at Celebrity Big Brother's JoJo Siwa and Chris Hughes this week after they formed a close bond on the show. The dancer, 21, and Love Islander, 32, raised eyebrows with their bond in the house, before spending their first weekend out of the house enjoying 'Sunday massages' and walks in the park – after JoJo dumped partner Kath, 27, at the CBB wrap party. Katie has history with Chris after the pair become embroiled in a war of words following reports of a flirty message exchange. Now, speaking on The Katie Price Show podcast, Katie said of the pair's close bond on the show: 'Maybe JoJo did fall in love with Chris, dunno, they were very close in there.' She brutally added: 'I felt sorry for the girlfriend,' seemingly referring to Kath - who goes by they/them pronouns. In 2017 Chris and Katie's feud began when Katie said he had sent her 'flirty texts' behind then-girlfriend Olivia Attwood 's back. Katie then joined Olivia on her podcast So Right It's Wrong last year, and spoke about what happened. Olivia recalled: 'I was dating Chris off the back of the show and I went on Loose Women.' Katie then added: 'Chris Hughes was messaging me and he was with you [Olivia], and we were at the NTA Awards and I remember seeing you. 'And because I'm such an honest person and a girls girl, I was like 'I'm going to have to tell her and it's true'. 'I was like 'there's so much to tell you', and I was showing you them. 'I said 'if you don't want to believe me, don't, but I've got no reason to lie to you at all. 'I remember we were at some different awards and him and Kem were on stage and I put my hand up and was like 'show us all the texts then Chris'.'
Yahoo
01-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Wandsworth ready for year of culture celebrations
Wandsworth is set for "world-class performances and grassroots creativity" as it celebrates its turn as London's Borough of Culture. Among the highlights include Clapham Grand's 125th anniversary celebrations and Liberty, a flagship festival celebrating deaf, disabled, and neurodivergent artists. The scheme is part of a cultural policy from the mayor of London, and is supported by Arts Council England and the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Croydon was the previous London Borough of Culture and held a year of music and arts events from April 2023. Wandsworth, in south-west London, is home to Battersea Arts Centre, the Royal College of Art, National Opera Studio and the Royal Academy of Dance. It has a range of grassroots arts organisations and other attractions including Battersea Park, Tooting Market, Battersea Power Station and the Clapham Grand. The council said that among the highlights of its events are Strictly Wandsworth on 26 April, which will bring together 200 dancers from 22 local organisations in an event created by Jeanefer Jean-Charles MBE, who was co-ordinated mass movement displays including for the London 2012 Olympic Games and Queen's Platinum Jubilee Pageant. In June, Wandsworth Arts Fringe (WAF) will be showcasing new collaborations and focusing on accessibility, through grants supporting up to 30 projects and events in libraries, parks, and community hubs. Wandsworth Heritage Festival will look at the borough's connection with the arts and offer a series of walks, talks, exhibitions, and performances in June and July such as folklore in the borough's flora and fauna, archive tours storytelling and craft workshops. Later in the year Urban Flow, a silk banner procession involving 100 performers and digital art, will take place on 13 September, as well as a food festival in Tooting. To mark the Clapham Grand's 125th anniversary, a Palace of Varieties event will be held on 26 November, celebrating its history of variety and entertainment and exploring the history of queer culture in the borough. The Mayor of London, Sir Sadiq Khan, said: "London Borough of Culture plays an important role in providing positive opportunities for young people, boosting the local economy and uniting communities. "Wandsworth has put together a brilliant programme for the year ahead and I'm looking forward to seeing these plans come to life as we build a better London for everyone." Simon Hogg, leader of Wandsworth Council, said: "Our London Borough of Culture year will showcase the incredible creativity that thrives here, but more importantly, we will ensure that everyone has the chance to take part. "Whether it's through dance, music, theatre, or visual arts, we are making culture accessible to all." Justine Simons OBE, deputy mayor for culture and the creative industries, added: "This programme is ambitious, joyful and packed with creativity - it's a huge invitation to London and beyond to take part, be inspired, and experience the power of culture first-hand." Listen to the best of BBC Radio London on Sounds and follow BBC London on Facebook, X and Instagram. Send your story ideas to Wandsworth named next London Borough of Culture Croydon announces year of music and art events Welcome to Wandsworth
BBC News
01-03-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Wandsworth unveils Borough of Culture 2025 events
Wandsworth is set for "world-class performances and grassroots creativity" as it celebrates its turn as London's Borough of the highlights include Clapham Grand's 125th anniversary celebrations and Liberty, a flagship festival celebrating deaf, disabled, and neurodivergent scheme is part of a cultural policy from the mayor of London, and is supported by Arts Council England and the National Lottery Heritage was the previous London Borough of Culture and held a year of music and arts events from April 2023. Wandsworth, in south-west London, is home to Battersea Arts Centre, the Royal College of Art, National Opera Studio and the Royal Academy of has a range of grassroots arts organisations and other attractions including Battersea Park, Tooting Market, Battersea Power Station and the Clapham Grand. The council said that among the highlights of its events are Strictly Wandsworth on 26 April, which will bring together 200 dancers from 22 local organisations in an event created by Jeanefer Jean-Charles MBE, who was co-ordinated mass movement displays including for the London 2012 Olympic Games and Queen's Platinum Jubilee June, Wandsworth Arts Fringe (WAF) will be showcasing new collaborations and focusing on accessibility, through grants supporting up to 30 projects and events in libraries, parks, and community Heritage Festival will look at the borough's connection with the arts and offer a series of walks, talks, exhibitions, and performances in June and July such as folklore in the borough's flora and fauna, archive tours storytelling and craft workshops. Later in the year Urban Flow, a silk banner procession involving 100 performers and digital art, will take place on 13 September, as well as a food festival in mark the Clapham Grand's 125th anniversary, a Palace of Varieties event will be held on 26 November, celebrating its history of variety and entertainment and exploring the history of queer culture in the borough. 'Ambitious, joyful' programme The Mayor of London, Sir Sadiq Khan, said: "London Borough of Culture plays an important role in providing positive opportunities for young people, boosting the local economy and uniting communities. "Wandsworth has put together a brilliant programme for the year ahead and I'm looking forward to seeing these plans come to life as we build a better London for everyone."Simon Hogg, leader of Wandsworth Council, said: "Our London Borough of Culture year will showcase the incredible creativity that thrives here, but more importantly, we will ensure that everyone has the chance to take part. "Whether it's through dance, music, theatre, or visual arts, we are making culture accessible to all."Justine Simons OBE, deputy mayor for culture and the creative industries, added: "This programme is ambitious, joyful and packed with creativity - it's a huge invitation to London and beyond to take part, be inspired, and experience the power of culture first-hand."
