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The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Cole Palmer and Connie Grace unfollow each other as Chelsea star and stunning girlfriend sever ties on social media
COLE PALMER a nd his influencer girlfriend have unfollowed each other on Instagram , sparking fresh rumours of a split. The 7 Cole Palmer and Connie Grace went public with their relationship in November 7 Connie is from the same place in Manchester as Palmer Credit: Instagram 7 The couple, both 23, met when they were 17 years old Credit: instagram @conniegrace_ It comes hot on the heels of Chelsea's emphatic Grace travelled to the U.S. to support Palmer in action, posting snaps from Miami, but was hardly seen at any games. But the two goals and an assist helped the Blues be crowned world champions against the odds. Connie has remained tight lipped after Palmer's big win and was READ MORE ON COLE PALMER But the couple, both 23, have sparked fresh split rumours by unfollowing one another on Instagram. As of July 19, the pair are no longer friends on the popular social media platform. It is also claimed that Palmer's likes are no longer visible on Connie's posts. The couple, both from Manchester , met when they were 17 years old but only went public together in November at the GQ Men of the Year Awards. Most read in Football Join SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plus in-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford Bridge Connie operates from a Stockport beauty salon, where a full set of acrylic nails in a plain colour would set you back a reasonable £35. Meanwhile, Palmer touched down in St Kitts and Nevis for a brief summer holiday before pre-season gets under-way. Chelsea fans stunned after Cole Palmer spotted riding SCOOTER before PSG clash in New York 7 Connie supported Palmer in America during Chelsea's Club World Cup triumph Credit: instagram @conniegrace_ 7 Connie shows off her enviable curves and amazing bikini body Credit: Instagram/conniegrace_ 7 The influencer has a big online following The former Manchester City forward received a Caribbean homeland. Connie and Cole's relationship was first reported on in July 2024, when the off the coast of Ibiza . On Instagram . Connie is hugely popular. She has over 38,000 followers. Palmer and Chelsea play their first pre-season game against Bayer Leverkusen on August 8, before hosting AC Milan on August 10. The Blues then get their bid to fight for the Premier League title underway against Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge on August 17. Chelsea v PSG ratings CHELSEA conquered the world with a stunning 3-0 victory over Champions League winners PSG. Cole Palmer stole the show with two goals and a brilliant all-round performance that almost put Donald Trump in the shade. But how did the rest of Enzo Maresca's world beaters get on? Find out how SunSport's 7
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Cole Palmer and Connie Grace unfollow each other as Chelsea star and stunning girlfriend sever ties on social media
The couple first met as teenagers COLD SHOULDER Cole Palmer and Connie Grace unfollow each other as Chelsea star and stunning girlfriend sever ties on social media Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) COLE PALMER and his influencer girlfriend have unfollowed each other on Instagram, sparking fresh rumours of a split. The Chelsea sensation and his stunning beau Connie Grace have appeared to sever all digital ties. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 Cole Palmer and Connie Grace went public with their relationship in November 7 Connie is from the same place in Manchester as Palmer Credit: Instagram 7 The couple, both 23, met when they were 17 years old Credit: instagram @conniegrace_ It comes hot on the heels of Chelsea's emphatic 3-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup final last Sunday. Grace travelled to the U.S. to support Palmer in action, posting snaps from Miami, but was hardly seen at any games. But the England ace stole the limelight as his two goals and an assist helped the Blues be crowned world champions against the odds. Connie has remained tight lipped after Palmer's big win and was not among the Wags on the field for Chelsea's on-pitch celebrations. READ MORE ON COLE PALMER PALM TREES Chelsea's Cole Palmer arrives in St Kitts to hero's welcome after Club World Cup But the couple, both 23, have sparked fresh split rumours by unfollowing one another on Instagram. As of July 19, the pair are no longer friends on the popular social media platform. It is also claimed that Palmer's likes are no longer visible on Connie's posts. The couple, both from Manchester, met when they were 17 years old but only went public together in November at the GQ Men of the Year Awards. Join SUN CLUB for the Chelsea Files every Tuesday plus in-depth coverage and exclusives from Stamford Bridge Connie operates from a Stockport beauty salon, where a full set of acrylic nails in a plain colour would set you back a reasonable £35. Meanwhile, Palmer touched down in St Kitts and Nevis for a brief summer holiday before Chelsea's pre-season gets under-way. Chelsea fans stunned after Cole Palmer spotted riding SCOOTER before PSG clash in New York 7 Connie supported Palmer in America during Chelsea's Club World Cup triumph Credit: instagram @conniegrace_ 7 Connie shows off her enviable curves and amazing bikini body Credit: Instagram/conniegrace_ 7 The influencer has a big online following The former Manchester City forward received a hero's welcome in his paternal grandfather's Caribbean homeland. Connie and Cole's relationship was first reported on in July 2024, when the pair were spotted together off the coast of Ibiza. On Instagram. Connie is hugely popular. She has over 38,000 followers. Palmer and Chelsea play their first pre-season game against Bayer Leverkusen on August 8, before hosting AC Milan on August 10. The Blues then get their bid to fight for the Premier League title underway against Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge on August 17. Chelsea v PSG ratings CHELSEA conquered the world with a stunning 3-0 victory over Champions League winners PSG. Cole Palmer stole the show with two goals and a brilliant all-round performance that almost put Donald Trump in the shade. But how did the rest of Enzo Maresca's world beaters get on? Find out how SunSport's Tony Robertson rated all the Blues stars right here.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Golden Era singer, who rejected Frank Sinatra, was forbidden from marrying the love of her life; he died at 37, none of her 4 marriages lasted
The world of music suffered a great loss on 17 July, as the nightingale of the 50s and 60s, Connie Francis, tragically passed away at the age of 87. An artiste who saw her music resurrected through the power of the internet just months before taking her final exit. She helped shape an entire generation's idea of love and companionship, but in reality, Connie Francis, the woman who left Frank Sinatra waiting at a table, could never find true love for herself, at least not the kind that stayed. However, there was once a time when Connie could picture someone while singing her ballads, for there was a man that she loved but ultimately couldn't be with. Connie grew up in an Italian/Jewish neighbourhood, and right from her childhood, her father pushed her to be a performer. She has talked about her difficult relationship with him in her memoir 'Among My Souvenirs' and admitted that even though he was always supportive of her career, he sometimes did too much in the quest of making her successful. While coming up the ranks, Connie met Bobby Darin, a young chap, who, according to what she told Closer, 'was the smartest man she had ever met.' What bloomed into the greatest love affair of her life started off on shaky ground. ALSO READ: Coldplay's Chris Martin teases couple on kiss-cam after outing Astronomer's CEO, asks 'Are you legitimate?' Connie and Bobby started writing music together, and one day he came to her with a new song. Francis in turn gave some notes and made some changes to the lyrics, which made Bobby furious. Even though he left angry, he would soon return after accepting the changes, and that was the foundation of their relationship. The two penniless lovers were both trying to make it in the cut-throat business, but Darin had a clock constantly ticking over his head. When he was a child, multiple infections and rheumatic fever rendered his heart weak. The doctors told Bobby that he wouldn't live long, and that is why, according to Connie, he wanted to be a star before he was 25. The clock might be the reason why Bobby even proposed marriage early in their relationship, but Connie refused because she wanted them to be successful before leaping into matrimony. Both of them would soon start finding work, as Bobby became a regular in several famous nightclubs and Connie became an overnight sensation with her song 'Who's Sorry Now?' As more fame and success started falling into their laps, the love grew, but it wasn't meant to last. Connie's father had the final say in all the decisions she made regarding her career and her life, and he did not approve of Bobby. Her father would even go on to pull a gun on Bobby and tell him to leave the studio where she was rehearsing. Connie admitted that she was afraid for Bobby and thought that her father's actions could affect his already weak heart. She decided to listen to her father and keep her distance, but the two still kept in touch through letters. However, Connie's father made it impossible for the two to maintain this relationship, and they would soon part ways. Bobby went on to write several chart-breaking songs, win two Grammys and even get an Oscar nomination. His condition caught up with him though, and he ultimately passed away at the age of 37. Connie would go on to reject many suitors, including the famous crooner Frank Sinatra, who she reportedly left alone at a table after he used some foul language in front of her. She got married four times, and her longest was with Joseph Garzilli, which lasted for 5 years. It is quite possible that Bobby would have passed away around the same time, even if he married Connie like he wanted to, but she would definitely have had a much smoother life with the love of her life, considering all the horrors that she faced, including her father's death, her brother's murder, and the ghastly motel incident. Ironically, the woman who inspired the people of her generation to love and introduced her kind of old-school affection to this generation never found love for herself. But she will be remembered dearly, and all her fans, new and old, will hope that she is once again united with the one that got away.
Hype Malaysia
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hype Malaysia
'Pretty Little Baby' Singer Connie Francis Passes Away At 87
Many singers have left their mark on the music industry, and their legacies continue to live on. This artist, iconic in her own right, will not only be remembered by fans from her era but also by the new generation discovering her through social media. If you've spent any time on TikTok or Instagram for the past two months, you've most likely come across countless videos using the 1962 song 'Pretty Little Baby'. It was reported that Connie Francis, the singer behind the viral hit, has sadly passed away. She was 87 years old. Earlier this month, Connie Francis reassured fans that her health was improving after being hospitalised for severe pain she was experiencing. Sadly, yesterday (Thursday, 17th July), Ron Roberts, a longtime friend and president of Concetta Records, confirmed the news that the icon had passed away the night before. 'I know that Connie would approve that her fans are among the first to learn of this sad news,' he wrote in a statement that was also shared on the singer's official Facebook page. The cause of death has yet to be disclosed. Connie Francis is well known for many of her hits, including 'Stupid Cupid' — famously covered by Mandy Moore in 'The Princess Diaries' — 'Where the Boys Are', and the recently viral 'Pretty Little Baby'. The 1962 song has been featured in countless TikTok and Instagram videos, often used to celebrate newborns or express appreciation for a loved one. It has also become popular in more playful and comedic content. Regardless of the context, the world has fallen back in love with the track. After the song went viral, Connie admitted to PEOPLE that she wasn't sure what the sudden attention meant, revealing that she had even forgotten about the song's existence until she was reminded of it. Nevertheless, she expressed her gratitude to those who showed appreciation for her music. Just two months after 'Pretty Little Baby' went viral, fans are now mourning the death of the icon. We'd like to extend our deepest condolences to her singer's loved ones. May they have the strength to get through this difficult time. Let us all remember Connie by enjoying the viral song one more time. Sources: Facebook, PEOPLE, MalayMail
Irish Independent
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
‘Pretty Little Baby' singer Connie Francis dies aged 87
The news of her death was confirmed yesterday by her close friend Ron Roberts, who is also the president of her record label, Concetta Records. 'It is with a heavy heart and extreme sadness that I inform you of the passing of my dear friend Connie Francis last night,' Roberts wrote in a statement posted on Facebook. 'I know that Connie would approve that her fans are among the first to learn of this sad news. More details will follow later.' Francis had been forced to cancel a scheduled US Independence Day appearance with radio host Cousin Brucie earlier this month after being taken to hospital in severe discomfort. On July 2, she wrote in a social media update: 'Hello everyone – as many of you may now have learned through Cousin Brucie's Facebook page, I am back in hospital where I have been undergoing tests and checks to determine the cause(s) of the extreme pain I have been experiencing. 'I had hoped to take part in Brucie's show for Independence Day, having had to cancel a previous slot a few weeks ago when receiving treatment on my hip. Sadly, I had to let him know that I again had to withdraw. My thanks for your many get well soon messages. I will endeavour to keep you updated. Love, Connie.' Francis, who was born Concetta Franconero in Newark, New Jersey, in December 1937, rose to fame in the 1950s and 1960s, becoming one of the most successful female recording artists of her era. While many of her best-known songs were recorded decades ago, she recently experienced a surprising resurgence in popularity thanks to social media. Her track Pretty Little Baby, which originally was not released as a single, has become a viral favourite on TikTok and Instagram Reels in 2024, featured in videos by celebrities including Kylie Jenner and Kim Kardashian. According to Billboard, US weekly streams of the song jumped from 17,000 in April to 2.4 million by May. Speaking about the track's renewed popularity in May, Francis admitted she 'didn't even remember the song'. She told People: 'I had to listen to it to remember. To think that a song I recorded 63 years ago is touching the hearts of millions of people is truly awesome. It is an amazing feeling.'
