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Irish Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Warwick Davis' rarely seen daughter shares sweet moment with boyfriend
Warwick Davis' daughter Annabelle has posted an adorable photo with her seldom-seen beau, as the family rallies around following Samantha's passing. The 28 year old actress, who first made her relationship public in 2021, tends to keep her love life under wraps. Annabelle and her partner Charlie were spotted at a summer bash, sharing an intimate moment. The Dumping Ground actress dazzled in a pink floral frock, exchanging tender looks with Charlie. Charlie, a music producer and photographer by trade, looked dapper in a navy suit paired with a pink tie, complementing Annabelle's outfit. This heartwarming update follows Warwick's own announcement earlier this year that he had discovered new love after the heartbreaking loss of his wife. The couple shares a passion for creativity and caravanning, continuing the Davis family's tradition of holiday adventures. Warwick's late wife Samantha, whom he endearingly referred to as Sammy, passed away at 53 last spring due to complications from spinal surgery. At the BAFTAs in February, Warwick touched hearts as he disclosed his newfound happiness, reports the Mirror. In his poignant Fellowship award acceptance speech, he gave a mysterious nod to 'Sponge', stating: "Special mention should go to Sponge, you know who you are. Annabelle and Warwick Davis (Image: Rowan Griffiths / Daily Mirror) Annabelle Davis - Warwick Davis' daughter shows off new boyfriend after dad finds love again after mum's tragic death. (Image: Instagram) "Thank you for showing me that life can still have meaning and for helping me to laugh and to love again." Later, on the Jonathan Ross Show, Warwick faced curiosity about the identity of 'Sponge'. He replied: "I can reveal, sticking with the Harry Potter theme, Sponge is indeed She-Who-Shall-Not-Be-Named." Warwick Davis couldn't help but draw parallels between the enigmatic Sponge and Daisy May Cooper's iconic This Country character Kerry Mucklowe as he dished out more clues. The star of Harry Potter fame continued: "Sponge very much reminds me of Kerry. Some of the things she says and her accent." During his emotional BAFTAs speech, Warwick paid a heartfelt tribute to Samantha while his children Annabelle and Harrison watched from the front row. Choking up, he confessed: "When you go through your career as an actor, you sometimes become a bit reluctant to do certain jobs thinking another one will come along and be a bit better. "She [Samantha] would always say 'get out there and do it'. She was great at networking as well, always talking to producers and getting me the work in the next job. Very supportive." He stressed the importance of support in the industry, saying: "You need that in this business because it is difficult. You've got to have someone who is very supportive of you being away on occasions and working ridiculous hours." In a tragic update, an inquest this year concluded that Samantha passed away in March 2024 due to a cardiac arrest after complications from essential surgery. Following the inquest, Warwick's legal team has initiated an inquiry into the possibility of medical negligence being the cause of Samantha's death. Warwick and Samantha first crossed paths on the set of the 1988 fantasy film Willow, when he was a mere 17 years old and she was 16. Warwick, already a rising star due to his role as Ewok Wicket in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, met Samantha who had previously worked on the 1986 cult classic Labyrinth alongside her renowned father, Peter Burroughs. The couple tied the knot in the summer of 1991. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.
Edinburgh Live
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Harry Potter star Warwick Davis' daughter shows off dashing boyfriend in rare snap
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Warwick Davis' daughter Annabelle has posted a heartwarming photograph alongside her partner, who rarely appears publicly, as the family continues to rally around each other following tragedy. The 28-year-old performer initially revealed her relationship in 2021 but tends to offer only fleeting insights into their private world together. Annabelle and her beau Charlie attended a summer gathering, where they were captured sharing an intimate moment. The Dumping Ground actress looked stunning in a pink floral frock while gazing adoringly at Charlie. Charlie, who works as a music producer and photographer, cut a dashing figure in his navy suit paired with a pink tie that complemented Annabelle's outfit perfectly, reports the Mirror. This follows Warwick's revelation earlier this year that he had discovered love once more, twelve months after his wife's heartbreaking passing. Annabelle and Charlie have formed a strong connection through their mutual passion for artistic pursuits and caravanning, continuing the Davis family's cherished holiday customs. Her father Warwick's beloved wife Samantha, whom he tenderly nicknamed Sammy, passed away at 53 last spring following complications arising from spinal surgery. While attending the BAFTAs in February, Warwick disclosed he had found romance again. During his moving Fellowship award acceptance speech, he mysteriously acknowledged someone called 'Sponge', stating: "Special mention should go to Sponge, you know who you are. "Thank you for showing me that life can still have meaning and for helping me to laugh and to love again." Warwick was subsequently questioned about Sponge's identity during his appearance on the Jonathan Ross Show. He responded: "I can reveal, sticking with the Harry Potter theme, Sponge is indeed She-Who-Shall-Not-Be-Named." Nevertheless, Warwick did reference Daisy May Cooper's This Country character Kerry Mucklowe while discussing the enigmatic woman further. The Harry Potter star continued: "Sponge very much reminds me of Kerry. Some of the things she says and her accent." Warwick honoured Samantha during his BAFTAs acceptance speech, while his children Annabelle and Harrison watched from the front row. He became emotional as he revealed: "When you go through your career as an actor, you sometimes become a bit reluctant to do certain jobs thinking another one will come along and be a bit better. "She [Samantha] would always say 'get out there and do it'. She was great at networking as well, always talking to producers and getting me the work in the next job. Very supportive. "You need that in this business because it is difficult. You've got to have someone who is very supportive of you being away on occasions and working ridiculous hours." (Image: Instagram) This year, an inquest determined that Samantha passed away in March 2024 due to cardiac arrest following complications from essential surgery. Warwick's legal representatives have initiated an investigation into whether Samantha's death resulted from alleged medical negligence. Warwick and Samantha first crossed paths on the set of the 1988 fantasy film Willow, when he was a mere 17 and she just 16. Warwick, already a rising star due to his role as Ewok Wicket in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, met Samantha who had previously worked on the 1986 cult classic Labyrinth alongside her renowned father, Peter Burroughs. The couple tied the knot in the summer of 1991.
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Warwick Davis' daughter shows off new boyfriend as dad finds love after mum's death
Harry Potter star Warwick Davis' daughter Annabelle Davis has shared a sweet moment with her rarely seen boyfriend as the actor moves on following his wife Samantha's death Warwick Davis' daughter Annabelle has shared a loved up snap with her rarely seen boyfriend as the family support each other after wife Samantha's death. The actress, 28, first went public with her romance in 2021 but gives only small glimpses of their life together. Annabelle and boyfriend Charlie headed to a summer event together, where they shared a cosy moment together. The Dumping Ground star looked gorgeous in a pink floral dress as she gazed lovingly into Charlie's eyes. Charlie, who works as a music producer and photographer, appeared smart as he wore a navy suit and pink tie to match Annabelle's dress. It comes after Warwick revealed earlier this year that he had found love again one year after his wife's tragic death. READ MORE: Warwick Davis' net worth after wife left eye-watering fortune to Harry Potter star in her will Annabelle and Charlie bonded over their shared love of creativity and caravanning, having carried on the Davis' holiday tradition. Her dad Warwick's wife Samantha, who he affectionately called Sammy, died aged 53 last spring after following complications after spinal surgery. While at the BAFTAs in February, Warwick revealed he had found love again. During his emotional Fellowship award speech, he cryptically gave a shout out to someone named 'Sponge'. He said: "Special mention should go to Sponge, you know who you are. "Thank you for showing me that life can still have meaning and for helping me to laugh and to love again." Warwick was later quizzed over who Sponge is while on the Jonathan Ross Show. He replied: "I can reveal, sticking with the Harry Potter theme, Sponge is indeed She-Who-Shall-Not-Be-Named." However, Warwick did make a reference to Daisy May Cooper's This Country character Kerry Mucklowe as he shared more about the mystery lady. The Harry Potter actor added: "Sponge very much reminds me of Kerry. Some of the things she says and her accent." Warwick paid tribute to Samantha during his BAFTAs speech, as his children Annabelle and Harrison sat in the front row. He became tearful as he shared: "When you go through your career as an actor, you sometimes become a bit reluctant to do certain jobs thinking another one will come along and be a bit better. "She [Samantha] would always say 'get out there and do it'. She was great at networking as well, always talking to producers and getting me the work in the next job. Very supportive. "You need that in this business because it is difficult. You've got to have someone who is very supportive of you being away on occasions and working ridiculous hours." This year, an inquest concluded that Samantha died in March 2024 as a result of a cardiac arrest following complications of essential surgery. Warwick's legal team have launched an investigation into whether Samantha died of alleged medical negligence. Warwick and Samantha first locked eyes on the set of the 1988 fantasy film Willow when he was just 17 and she 16. The teenage Warwick was by then already a rising star, having found fame as Ewok Wicket in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, while Samantha had previously worked on the 1986 cult classic Labyrinth alongside her famous father, Peter Burroughs. They married in the summer of 1991.
Metro
26-05-2025
- Health
- Metro
Former CBBC child star reveals she's been diagnosed with perimenopause at 36
A former CBBC child star who became famous for one of the most iconic roles of the 00s has revealed her perimenopause diagnosis at age 36. Dani Harmer rose to fame playing Tracy Beaker on award-winning kids' show The Story of Tracy Beaker, which ran between 2002 and 2005. Based on the book of the same name by Dame Jacqueline Wilson, The Story of Tracy Beaker followed the lives of a group of kids living at a children's home they dubbed 'the Dumping Ground'. Across its five series, the show was nominated for five children's Baftas and became one of the most-watched and best-remembered CBBC shows of the era. Now, 20 years on from her TV fame, Dani has revealed she has been diagnosed with perimenopause after noticing hair-related symptoms. She posted a video on TikTok in which she asked for advice: 'I have been diagnosed with perimenopause. And what I need your help with is my hair.' In the video, Dani pulled back some of her hair to reveal that her famous curly locks, which became Tracy Beaker's signature style, were thinning out. Dani continued: 'I am losing it – it is thinning so badly you can see, like, the bald patches coming in, but just, like, the texture. It's thinning – it's bad, right?' '[Extensions] could be a terrible idea. They might make my hair even worse, to be honest, but it's really getting me down now,' she admitted to her followers. Talking about her diagnosis, Dani revealed that it was her husband, Simon, who encouraged her to get a diagnosis after her 'whole personality had pretty much changed'. She also revealed that she had been struggling with episodes of depression and anxiety, as well as night sweats, sleep interruptions, and brain fog. 'There was just too much to ignore,' she added. 'I felt like I was being possessed by someone else; it was horrible – I was just getting deeper and deeper into a dark depression.' Dani then said she is now managing her symptoms with HRT, which her doctors were more than happy to provide her with following a crucial appointment. Away from the cameras, Dani shares two children with Simon – son Leon, who was born in 2022, and daughter Averie-Belle, who was born in 2017. So loved was the Tracy Beaker series that it was rebooted in 2010 under the name Tracy Beaker Returns, which saw Tracy become an assistant care worker at the Dumping Ground. Dani then starred in The Tracy Beaker Survival Files from 2011 to 2012, My Mum Tracy Beaker in 2021, and The Beaker Girls between 2021 and 2023. More Trending A spin-off series titled The Dumping Ground began in 2013, featuring different characters, and has subsequently run for 13 more series to great success. Dani appeared on the series as a guest star in 2018 and reprised her role once more earlier this year, even directing an episode of the spin-off programme. She said of her experience: 'I loved being behind the scenes for an episode – it was very different being sat in the director's chair, but I enjoyed every single second of it – it felt like that was where I was meant to be!' View More » Watch episodes of The Story of Tracy Beaker on BBC iPlayer. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: BBC fans urge people to watch crime series 'that's like Gavin and Stacey' MORE: Psychological thriller labelled a 'masterpiece' coming to BBC iPlayer MORE: BBC quietly adds Australian drama that left fans 'crying their eyes out'
