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The Sun
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Watch James Argent shamelessly dance on stage before holding fan ‘meet & greets' on return to Spain after attack on ex
JAMES Argent shamelessly danced on stage on his return to Spain after his horrific attack on his ex-girlfriend. The disgraced 37-year-old star had previously turned violent while on holiday with his partner Nicoline Artursson, 32, in La Cala de Mijas on the Costa del Sol. 6 6 6 6 The 37-year-old threw the former Miss Sweden's clothes off a balcony at a beachfront apartment and pushed her when she fell down steps outside. He was arrested and spent several hours in police cells before admitting a charge of domestic violence in court that same day on May 5. He had returned to the region earlier this week ahead of a domestic violence course as part of his sentence for attacking Nicoline. But last night, he was spotted partying on stage and "meeting" fans at a restaurant - a five-minute drive away from the terraced home where the attack took place. Footage shows the disgraced ex- TOWIE star singing and dancing at a glitzy restaurant - owned by his pal and former co-star Elliott Wright - with people dancing in the foreground. Arg cut a forlorn figure between meet-and-greets and selfies with female fans ahead of his 40-minute show. Domestic abuse - how to get help DOMESTIC abuse can affect anyone - including men - and does not always involve physical violence. Here are some signs that you could be in an abusive relationship: Emotional abuse - Including being belittled, blamed for the abuse - gaslighting - being isolated from family and friends, having no control over your finances, what you where and who you speak to Threats and intimidation - Some partners might threaten to kill or hurt you, destroy your belongings, stalk or harass you Physical abuse - This can range from slapping or hitting to being shoved over, choked or bitten. Sexual abuse - Being touched in a way you do not want to be touched, hurt during sex, pressured into sex or forced to have sex when you do not consent. If any of the above apply to you or a friend, you can call these numbers: The Freephone National Domestic Abuse Helpline, run by Refuge on 0808 2000 247 for free at any time, day or night Men who are being abused can call Respect Men's Advice Line on 0808 8010 327 or ManKind on 0182 3334 244 Those who identify as LGBT+ can ring Galop on 0800 999 5428 If you are in immediate danger or fear for your life, always ring 999 Remember, you are not alone. 1 in 4 women and 1 in 7 men will experience domestic abuse over the course of their lifetime. Every 30 seconds the police receive a call for help relating to domestic abuse. He later slinked off alone and found solace in his mobile phone on an outside terrace - after entertaining the crowd with covers of hits by Rick Astley, Madness and The Temptations. After being introduced, Argent, wearing black trousers and a black shirt, was all smiles during his set and at one point invited a bride-to-be out for a dance after spotting a hen party sitting on one of the tables in front of him. But he steered clear of any interaction with revellers after finishing his show. An onlooker said: 'Elliott sat James down on a top table right by the stage alongside his wife and close friends and family before he performed. Horrific injuries James Argent inflicted on his beauty queen girlfriend revealed as star avoids jail for horror attack 'They soon started tucking into plates of food waiters brought out for them which they washed down with champagne and wine. 'But Argent looked as if he was in his own world. All he ate before he went on stage was a meatball and he stuck to Coca-Cola and water and didn't touch a drop of alcohol. 'After he finished he headed to an outside terrace and kept his head down glued to his phone next to another singer who was also flicking through his mobile.' Another said: 'The only time I saw James smile all night was when he was performing and doing the obligatory meet and greets with fans before his show started. 'He looked like he was worried someone might have a go at him for his assault on his girlfriend. 'But the women there seemed more worried about having their photos taken with him. 'One looked really upset when she got back from a quick trip to the bathroom and found out her two girlfriends had already posed for a selfie with them. 'She tracked him down and got him to come back to their table so he could take another with all three of them.' Step in to prevent it By Emma Armstrong, CEO of charity I Choose Freedom MOST abuse incidents happen behind closed doors and, because of low conviction rates, no one knows the full scale. In this case, the restraining order is important as domestic abuse is rarely a one-off. Including a gender violence course also shows the Spanish court knows prevention is critical. We will see a meaningful reduction in cases only when we combine a response that deals with the immediate issue, and prevents abuse in future. As part of Argent's sentence, he must attend a domestic violence course which aims to help offenders construct a 'new masculinity'. Gregorio Gomez Mata, who runs similar workshops for Spain's Prison Service, told The Sun previously: 'My message to Mr Argent would be to take advantage of this course. 'His life will be better if he understands he has to change and so will the lives of any women he has relationships with in the future. "We don't arrange meetings between offenders and domestic violence victims, but the men who take part in our workshops do listen to the testimonies of women who have been assaulted by their partners.' Meanwhile, Argent is set to lose out on a bumper payday. He had applied for residency in Spain to sing all year round in Marbella's bars and clubs, but that is now likely to be rejected. Argent's row with Nicoline came after she hinted at his closeness with ex-partner Lydia Bright in a now deleted Instagram post. She wrote: 'Is it OK if your boyfriend or girlfriend is talking and hanging out with their ex and liking their Instagram posts etc? If you're in a serious relationship you've got to respect your partner and leave the past in the past.' Argent previously said he was 'devastated by what's happened'. Alluding to past drink and drug issues, he added: 'I haven't relapsed. I am still three years and four months clean and sober.' 6 6 Shamed Towie star James Argent pictured back in UK after dodging jail for attacking his ex in Spain SHAMED former Towie star James Argent was spotted back in the UK earlier this month after dodging jail for attacking his ex-girlfriend in Spain. Argent, 37, turned violent during a row with his model partner Nicoline Artursson, 32, on holiday in La Cala de Mijas on the Costa del Sol. Argent threw the former Miss Sweden's clothes off a balcony at a beachfront apartment and pushed her when she fell down steps outside. He was arrested and spent several hours in police cells before admitting a charge of domestic violence in court that same day on May 5. The TV personality was given a six-month suspended sentence and two-year restraining order. As part of his sentence, he must listen to abused women on a 10-week domestic violence course and risks jail if he fails to attend. He was spotted back in the UK earlier in May, looking solemn as he stepped out into Brighton Marina.
Daily Mail
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
James Argent 'set to return to the stage' in first public appearance since suspended jail sentence for pushing ex Nicoline Arthursson down steps in Spain
James Argent is reportedly set to 'return to the stage' in his first public appearance since his suspended jail sentence for pushing ex Nicoline Arthursson down steps in Spain. The former TOWIE star is allegedly lining up his return as early as Thursday and is considering making a public statement. According to The Mirror, Arg is supposed to be playing a gig tonight after keeping out of the spotlight since the news broke. The publication reports that sources claim he is considering putting his side across as he wants to move on from the incident. The singer is the frontman of The Arg Band and often performs at Olivia's La Cala restaurant in Marbella, which is owned by his pal Elliott Wright, 44. MailOnline has contacted a representative for James for comment. It comes after James broke his silence after he was charged with domestic violence by addressing speculation he's relapsed. The former TOWIE star was handed a six-month suspended prison sentence and a two-year restraining order against ex-girlfriend Nicoline after shoving the beauty queen during a violent row in Spain. Fans have questioned whether James's behaviour was sparked by a return to his wild drug and alcohol abusing days, which saw the reality favourite spend several stints in rehab. But speaking exclusively to MailOnline, James confirmed he is still sober and the police incident was not triggered by a relapse. James said: 'I haven't relapsed. I am still three years and four months clean and sober. I am devastated by what's happened.' On Tuesday night it was revealed that James pushed his girlfriend of nine months down steps outside her apartment on the Costa del Sol, which resulted in him admitting a charge of domestic violence. James, who over the years has struggled with weight issues and cocaine addiction, has previously suffered two near-fatal drug overdoses as he battled against his demons. But the Essex star has been alcohol and drug free since 2022, prioritising rehabilitation, clean living and maintaining a healthy weight after having gastric band surgery. He has spoken in the past about struggling with the pitfalls of fame, including loneliness, shame amid his eating disorder, and being thrust into the public light after starring on reality series TOWIE. During a 2020 interview with OK Magazine James discussed how his drug addiction started, saying: 'I was going to nightclubs around the age of 18… 'I would hear of some of my friends experimenting with drugs, but it wasn't until I first started TOWIE that I was getting booked up for nightclub appearances up and down the country most nights of the week, I was drinking, and I started doing drugs more and more. 'My friends and family recognised that I was having a problem and an addiction about a year and a half into TOWIE.' He also shared how his romantic relationships have suffered in the past as a result of his addiction, including with ex-girlfriend and former TOWIE co-star Lydia Bright. James said: 'When Lydia broke up with me it was a shock and the pain I was going through with the heartbreak, I started using drugs heavily to escape the feelings and the pain as well as with the insecurities with how I looked on television.' The singer had been in a relationship with model Nicoline for nine months before the violent incident occurred over the May Bank Holiday weekend. On Wednesday, Nicoline was pictured for the first time since James was charged with domestic violence. She was seen wearing a white T-shirt and sunglasses while looking down at her phone just hours after news of James's arrest broke. The sighting came after an eyewitness told MailOnline that James was heard 'yelling' before forcing the former Miss Sweden out of her apartment door in Spain, which caused her to fall down some steps. James pleaded guilty to charges of domestic violence and has been handed a two year restraining order meaning he will be jailed if he contacts Nicoline, who onlookers claimed looked 'severely hurt' following the attack. The witness, who did not want to be named, told of how they heard a loud commotion from the Costa del Sol property, which James shared with Nicoline, and has now recalled watching the 'brutal' row unfold. They said: 'We were out walking our dogs when we suddenly heard an aggressive man yelling. We saw him throwing objects from the terrace of a nearby house. We were frightened by his shouts. 'Then, the door of the house opened, and the man threw a women out and she fell down the steps, causing her to scream. We couldn't believe what we were seeing. She was severely hurt and cried out for help.' It's understood that James 'continued to throw things' as Nicoline 'lay injured' on the steps. The eyewitness continued: 'The situation escalated quickly, and we were scared and unsure of what to do. Another woman arrived to assist the injured woman, who was lying helplessly at the foot of the steps. At that moment, the man slammed the door and fled. 'Within moments, concerned bystanders had gathered to help the woman, and the police arrived swiftly.' The witness said Nicoline 'appeared to be physically and emotionally devastated.' 'We were in utter shock,' they continued, adding that they were later told Nicoline's mother had arrived and taken her to hospital. 'This woman deserves justice; she was left utterly devastated. We have never seen anyone so emotionally hurt as she was. 'What we witnessed was a brutal act of abuse... there were many witnesses and bystanders who helped Nicoline during the incident.' After tumbling down two steps, Artursson's screams alerted neighbours to the incident, who then informed the police. She is understood to have needed hospital treatment. Argent was arrested shortly after the incident in La Cala de Mijas and was kept in police cells for several hours before being dragged in front of a court in nearby Fuengirola. During the hearing he admitted a domestic violence charge, with an insider telling The Sun the couple's nine-month relationship is now over. He was handed a two-year restraining order which prohibits him from being within 250 metres of Artursson. Artursson was in court to hear Argent admit the charge where he was handed a six-month suspended sentence. Argent was also told to a complete a 'resocialisation course in the field of gender violence'. Artursson has remained in Spain, while Argent is believed to have flown back to Essex. The model was spotted for the first time since the arrest on Wednesday, wearing gym clothing as she typed away on her phone. She was joined by her mother Pernille Artursson, who has been supporting her since the incident with her ex Argent. Artursson covered her face with a pair of large sunglasses during their outing. Speaking about how Argent is now, a friend told the Sun he is 'extremely sorry', saying: 'He said he had a row with Nicoline and that he tried to end the argument. 'James said he pushed Nicoline and that she fell. He is remorseful about what happened but is insisting he never meant any harm.'
