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The Irish Sun
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
MAFS star reveals she's pregnant with first child – a year after surprise wedding
MARRIED At First Sight Australia's Ella Ding has revealed she's pregnant with her first child. The 31-year-old, who is married to Guy Palermo, announced her happy news on Instagram , sharing a picture of her bump and pregnancy test. 4 Ella Ding and Guy Palermo are expecting a baby Credit: Instagram 4 The couple got married last April Credit: Instagram She wrote: "Somewhere between healing and hustling, the next chapter quietly chose us. "Baby Palermo you've already made our story sweeter & given us the best news of 2025 yet." One person commented: "Bestest news baby girl!!! You guys will be the most amazing parents ever." Another said: "Cannot wait for this next chapter for you both!!!" READ MORE ON MAFS A third wrote: "Darling Ella and Guy I'm so Happy for you Both! The Most beautiful News! I'm over the Moon with joy for you!! You are going to have the Most beautiful Baby." Business owner Ella has 533,000 followers on Instagram and found wider fame on series nine of Mafs during which The former couple made it to the final vows where he decided to end the union, though they did briefly get back together and attended the series reunion as a couple. Ultimately, the relationship didn't work out but Ella didn't have to wait long to find her Prince Charming. Most read in News TV Guy and Ella went public in April 2023 and just a year later tied the knot in a surprise ceremony. Prior to their nuptials, Ella opened up about the possibility of becoming a mother and said she wasn't in a hurry. MAFS star breaks down in tears as she reveals she's pregnant "I'm not in any rush to have children, that's about it really," she said. "Ideally, I would like to say I would like to have kids in a year and a half to two years but I don't know how long that could take." Ella and Guy said I do at a ceremony in Melbourne and their romantic vows were captured on video. She told him: "I believe every experience we've been through in life has prepared us to be ready for each other now. "Guy, you are my best friend, and I love you so much. Thank you for choosing me and what I come with, quirks and all, I can't wait to do the rest of my life with you." While Guy was equally as gushing, telling Ella: "You are the single most beautiful person in the world to me every single day, you're my best friend my confidant and my life partner and I'll always feel blessed to have you by my side and I love you." 4 Ella shared a collection of pregnancy Polaroids Credit: Instagram 4 Ella married Mitch Eynaud in Mafs Australia series nine Credit: MAFS Australia/Instagram @
Daily Mirror
05-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Inside 'hell on earth' conditions of notorious prison housing Diddy as trial opens
As the trial of Sean 'Diddy' Combs begins, the Mirror takes a look behind the bars of the notorious Metropolitan Detention Centre (MDC) in Brookyln, where the rapper has been awaiting his time in the courtroom Today, Sean 'Diddy' Combs will appear before a Manhattan federal court, in what has been described as America's celebrity trial of the century. In the months since his arrest, the I'll Be Missing You hitmaker has swapped the glamour of Beverley Hills for the "grim" conditions of the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC), an infamous Brooklyn jail which has been described as "hell on earth". And it's reportedly unlikely that Combs' status as a music legend will do much to help him behind the walls of MDC, a place where "chaos reigns, along with uncontrolled violence." It's a far cry for Combs' old life of red carpets and glittering awards ceremonies. Once known primarily for his highly influential hip hop career, the 55-year-old now faces a series of grave charges, including racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking by force, fraud or coercion and transportation to engage in prostitution. The eight-week trial, hinges on allegations that Combs orchestrated and directed drug-fuelled sex parties, dubbed 'freak-offs', which involved both female victims and male sex workers. It's been alleged that victims were administered powerful controlled substances – often without their knowledge – in order to keep them 'obedient and compliant' during these sessions, which sometimes lasted for days on end. Combs has vehemently denied all allegations, and has rejected an 11th-hour plea deal offer from prosecutors. He believes jurors will clear him of the serious accusations he faces. In the aftermath of Combs' arrest, his lawyer Marc Agnifilo referred to the federal case as a 'witch hunt', while stating that the decision to prosecute was 'deeply disappointing'. Speaking outside the courthouse, Mr Agnifilo said: 'Mr Combs is an imperfect person, but he is not a criminal. We look forward to clearing his name.' For many months now, Combs has been awaiting his fate behind the "grim" bars of MDC, where the likes of R Kelly and Ghislaine Maxwell have waited before him. Located in an industrial area on Brooklyn's waterfront, the notorious federal jail is home to approximately 1,200 inmates as per October 2024 - down from more than 1,600 in January of that year. Mostly used for post-arrest detention for those awaiting trial in the federal courts of Manhattan and Brooklyn, MDC also houses prisoners serving short sentences following their convictions. It's likely the harsh environment will have come as a shock to Combs, with those in the know warning his famous name likely protect him or result in any "special treatment". Married at First Sight star Timothy Smith, who previously served time in a US federal prison, told the Daily Mail Australia: "His money and wealth won't get him any benefits. In the federal system, it's so limited, you don't get extra privileges because you're rich. His wealth won't help him in here, nothing at all." He added: "They do raids, and if you try to stockpile, they take everything. People think there are TVs and radios, but where he's at there's nothing, not even a radio. You get a Bible and one book per week." Meanwhile, BBC News previously reported that, back in August 2024, US District Judge Gary J Brown chose not to send a defendant in a tax fraud case to MDC, given his fears over the "dangerous, barbaric conditions that have existed for some time". Describing the jail as a facility where "chaos reigns, along with uncontrolled violence", Judge Brown commented that a number of fellow judges had also shared his reluctance to send defendants to MDC due to concerns over the dangerous conditions there. Remarking upon one particularly chilling incident, Judge Brown told the story of one prisoner who was reportedly denied medical treatment after being stabbed multiple times, and was instead locked up in his cell for 25 days. Judge Brown continued: "Allegations of inadequate supervision, unbridled assaults, and lack of sufficient medical care are supported by an increasing body of evidence, with certain instances that are irrefutable." In June 2020, inmate Jamel Floyd died after he was pepper-sprayed by officers, while in July 2024, 36-year-old MDC inmate Edwin Cordero passed away due to injuries sustained in a fight. Describing MDC as a "scary place to be", Edwin's lawyer, Andrew Dalack, told the BBC: "It should not be the case that while your life is on the line and your liberty is on the line, that you have to be completely stripped of your humanity. MDC Brooklyn has a way of really breaking people down, and making them feel less than human." The Federal Bureau of Prisons, which manages MDC, told the broadcaster that it "takes seriously our duty to protect the individuals entrusted in our custody, as well as maintain the safety of correctional employees and the community". As reported by Time magazine last year, at least four MDC Brooklyn detainees had died by suicide in the last three years, while at least six MDC staff members have been charged with crimes in the previous five years alone, with charges including accepting bribes or providing contraband. Described as "hell on earth" by lawyer Dalack in another New York Times interview, MDC first opened back in the early '90s and has faced criticism on a number of occasions. Notable issues include overcrowding and staff shortages, with shocking court filings from November 2023 determining that the prison was operating at just 55 per cent of full staffing levels. In one harrowing incident that unfolded in January 2019, federal watchdogs expressed concern after a week-long power failure led to unrest among "frantic" inmates. Speaking with The New York Times at the time, the president of the local chapter of the union, Anthony Sanon, recanted: "We didn't have heat in the building, we didn't have light. The weather was actually unbearable." In a lawsuit filed against the federal government and jail officials, as per Reuters, plaintiffs claimed inmates had been subjected to "inhumane conditions that posed unreasonable and substantial risks to their health and safety", and that they hadn't received hot food or suitable clothing for the icy temperatures.
The Sun
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
MAFS star gives birth to second baby and posts first adorable pics
MARRIED At First Sight Australia legend Lizzie Sobinoff has given birth to her second child and shared adorable photos. The iconic TV bride has welcomed another baby into the world with husband Alexander Vega. 6 6 6 6 The 33-year-old star, who was famously dumped in a wife swap scandal during her time on the reality show, revealed the news in a touching post on Instagram today. She shared pictures from the hospital taken before and after the birth, with one showing her husband cradling their newborn. Lizzie also revealed there were concerns during her pregnancy over their baby's growth, but said the tot is doing well. She wrote: "My absolute world and more…. "My beautiful baby boy arrived last Thursday. My heart is so full. "I'm so in love with you. More than in love. Words will never describe or could ever describe my love for you. "Our little family of four. Two under two…. What a journey… delivered at 38 weeks and although you had a high chance of being growth restricted due to low PAPP-A, you already proved your strength ❤️ my champion." Lizzie shot to fame in MAFS Oz in 2018 for season six, which was one of the most explosive series' the franchise has ever aired. But her marriage to Sam Ball ended in disaster, with him having an affair with Ines Basic. Elizabeth was then invited back by producers for a second chance at finding love. MAFS bride reveals she's pregnant with her first child after wife swap scandal She returned as an intruder bride mid-way through production on season seven and decided to walk down the aisle once again in the hope of finding her happy ever after. The star was matched with former AFL star and aspiring actor Seb Guilhaus this time round. Their romance quickly blossomed, and the loved-up couple decided to stay together during the final vows ceremony. After the show ended in April 2020, they announced plans to move to Sydney's beachside suburb of Dee Why together. But the stars shocked fans when they amicably split in January 2021 but refused to reveal exactly why they called it quits. Despite not being romantically involved, Seb defended his ex-girlfriend against online trolls in the wake of their split announcement. Since launching to fame on MAFS Australia, she has become a star in her own right, with a legion of fans. Lizzie is now a social media influencer and often advertises beauty products to her 380k Instagram followers. 6 6
The Irish Sun
23-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
MAFS star gives birth to second baby and posts first adorable pics
MARRIED At First Sight Australia legend Lizzie Sobinoff has given birth to her second child and shared adorable photos. The iconic TV bride has welcomed another baby into the world with husband Alexander Vega. 6 MAFS Australia legend Lizzie Sobinoff has given birth to her second baby Credit: Instagram 6 Lizzie shared a collage of photos as she announced the news to fans Credit: Instagram 6 Lizzie's husband Alexander Vega cradles their newborn Credit: Instagram 6 The reality star with husband Alexander Credit: Instagram The 33-year-old star, who was famously dumped in a wife swap scandal during her time on the reality show, revealed the news in a touching post on Instagram today. She shared pictures from the hospital taken before and after the birth, with one showing her husband cradling their newborn. She wrote: "My absolute world and more…. "My beautiful baby boy arrived last Thursday. My heart is so full. "I'm so in love with you. More than in love. Words will never describe or could ever describe my love for you. "Our little family of four. Two under two…. What a journey… delivered at 38 weeks and although you had a high chance of being growth restricted due to low PAPP-A, you already proved your strength ❤️ my champion." Lizzie shot to fame in MAFS Oz in 2018 for season six, which was one of the most explosive series' the franchise has ever aired. Most read in Reality But her marriage to Elizabeth was then invited back by producers for a second chance at finding love. MAFS bride reveals she's pregnant with her first child after wife swap scandal The star was matched with former AFL star and aspiring actor Seb Guilhaus this time round. Their romance quickly blossomed, and the loved-up couple decided to stay together during the final vows ceremony. After the show ended in April 2020, they announced plans to move to Sydney's beachside suburb of Dee Why together. But the stars shocked fans when they Despite not being romantically involved, Seb defended his ex-girlfriend against online trolls in the Read more on the Irish Sun Since launching to fame on MAFS Australia, she has become a star in her own right, with a legion of fans. Lizzie is now a social media influencer and often advertises beauty products to her 380k Instagram followers. 6 Lizzie had a tough time on MAFS when she was married to Sam Ball Credit: E4 6 Elizabeth was matched with AFL star Seb Guilhaus the second time she was on MAFS Credit: Instagram
