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Time of India
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
A British waitress is going viral for being connected to the Royal family: All you need to know about her
Image credits: X A British waitress is going viral for her secret link to the Royal family and it is something you could have never guessed on your own. Lady Frances nee Armstrong-Jones is the youngest daughter of Lord Snowdon, the former husband of Princess Margaret and his wife Lucy Hogg, whom he married shortly after finalising his divorce. Frances was born seven months later to the couple. Her father, photographer Antony Armstrong-Jones was given the peerage of Lord Snowdon in 1961, a year after he married the Queen's younger sister, Princess Margaret. The couple welcomed two children, David, 63 and Lady Sarah Chatto, 61, who are the only cousins of King Charles and his three siblings on his mother's side. What does Lady Frances nee Armstrong-Jones do? Well, Lady Frances owns The Yellow Bittern, an eatery located just three miles away from Buckingham Palace. Opened in October 2024, the eatery is run by the 45-year-old along with her husband, chef Hugh Corcoran and bookseller Oisin Daves. What's unique about Lady Frances' eatery is the fact that it just has 18 seats you can book for one of the two Monday to Friday lunchtime sittings by telephone or postcard. Additionally, it is a cash-only establishment where there is no menu and the dishes for the day are written on a chalkboard. Frances' story of love Frances has not been away from the royal life. She was one of the bridesmaids during the wedding of her half-sister Lady Sarah Chatto which happened in 1994. In one of the photographs she can be seen in a frame that includes the late Queen. Her husband on the other hand is a Belfast-born Irish republican who dreams of cooking for the RMT trade unionists who have an office round the corner from their tiny restaurant. However, for them it's less of an opposites attract situation and more of a things in common ground. The duo has a similar approach to life and shares a love for a leisurely midday meal. Frances founded a magazine Her love for food and a long lunch is not limited to her restaurant. In 2017 Frances founded a food and lifestyle magazine Luncheon, which presents its readers with high culture, food and interesting conversations. She revealed to Vogue that Luncheon, which now operates in the same building as her restaurant, is "a cocktail of images, photographs, designs and illustration. And lots of conversations between a ninety-year-old artist and a 20-year-old photographer"
Yahoo
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Music legend Smokey Robinson has filed legal documents in Los Angeles in response to allegations of sexual asault
He is suing his accuser for $500 million. The Motown legend states that he and his wife, Frances, have consistently treated people who work for them with nothing but respect, according to legal documents obtained by The tracks of my tears singer likened the legal efforts of the four former eomployees suing him to a shakedown. He has staunchly denied abusing any of the women, and even compared them to 'extended family members'. The singer-songwriter and his lawyer noted that he and Frances had gifted the four plaintiffs concert tickets, cash for emergency dental procedures, and other items over the timeframe in which they worked for him.
Edinburgh Reporter
2 days ago
- Sport
- Edinburgh Reporter
Frances launches pro boxing career with win
Edinburgh boxer Frances Heath launched her professional career with a unanimous points win over Argentinian opponent Naila Pelosorivero in Glasgow. A former British junior silver medallist as an amateur, Frances, 21, had to concede four kilos above the agreed flyweight category in which the six round bout would take place. The Argentinian was a late replacement for a scheduled Hungarian opponent and Frances said: 'My coaches had a discussion and decided it would be ok to go ahead with the fight.' Effectively Frances stepped up two divisions. She added: 'I'm glad they said ok as it could not have gone any better for me against a much more experienced opponent (Naila was having her 11th contest). 'Giving away weight I had to rely on boxing ability and it served me well.' A Pupil Support Assistant at James Gillespie's High who hopes to become a PE teacher, Craigmillar-based Frances said staff and pupils alike had now become aware of her ringcraft. 'There's no hiding it from the kids now that I am a boxer – but having enjoyed the experience on my debut in front of a lot more followers from Edinburgh that I could have imagined I can't wait to get back in the ring' she said. Frances with trainer Kenny McCartney from Craigmillar Boxing Club Frances Heath – up and running as a professional boxer Like this: Like Related
Metro
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Music icon, 85, sues sexual assault accusers for $500,000,000
Legendary Motown singer Smokey Robinson has filed legal documents in Los Angeles seeking $500million (£392m) in damages from four former employees who have accused him of sexual assault. The lawsuit, which follows civil allegations brought by the women, was reported by which claims to have reviewed the legal filings submitted by Robinson's legal team. According to the publication Robinson, 85, and his wife Frances assert in the court documents that they consistently treated their household staff with respect and generosity. In the filings, Robinson strongly denies all allegations of sexual misconduct and claims that the plaintiffs were treated as 'extended family.' The documents reportedly outline various acts of kindness and support the couple extended to the women during their employment, including gifts such as concert tickets, vehicles, financial help for dental emergencies, and more. As part of the defense, Robinson submitted evidence intended to demonstrate the friendly nature of his relationship with the plaintiffs. One example cited in the documents is his attendance at the graduation dinner of a plaintiff's child and the gifting of a vacation. The Daily Mail also reports that Robinson's legal team submitted text messages sent by the plaintiffs, including messages such as 'Love you,' 'Happy birthday… God bless you,' and invitations to personal events. The countersuit reportedly includes claims of defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, financial elder abuse, invasion of privacy, and civil conspiracy. Robinson is also asking the court to publicly identify the plaintiffs, arguing that media outlets have already begun reporting on the case, making anonymity impractical and unfair. As of now, no criminal charges have been reported, and the case remains a civil matter. The four former employees alleged repeated sexual assault and harassment at his Los Angeles-area home and other locations, including Las Vegas. The women, identified in the complaint as Jane Doe 1 through 4, also name Robinson's wife, Frances, as a defendant, accusing her of creating a hostile work environment and failing to intervene despite alleged prior knowledge of her husband's behavior. The plaintiffs are seeking a jury trial and at least $50 million in damages (approximately £40 million). In a statement to The Hollywood Reporter, the couple's attorney, Christopher Frost, called the claims 'vile' and 'false,' describing the suit as 'an ugly method of trying to extract money.' He added that the defense plans to file a motion to dismiss based on inconsistencies and timeline issues in the complaint. According to the suit, the alleged assaults span from 2007 to 2024 and include claims of rape, sexual battery, false imprisonment, and failure to pay minimum wage. The women allege a pattern of predatory behavior and emotional abuse, claiming Robinson used his position to isolate and exploit them. More Trending The lawsuit also accuses Frances Robinson of verbal abuse and the use of 'ethnically pejorative language,' contributing to what the plaintiffs describe as a toxic work environment. A news conference addressing the lawsuit was scheduled for Tuesday in Los Angeles, according to Variety. Smokey Robinson, a central figure in the rise of Motown, is known for hits like Cruisin' and Tracks of My Tears, and has received numerous honors including a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and the National Medal of Arts. 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: Sydney Sweeney is literally selling her dirty bathwater MORE: Sean 'Diddy' Combs made PA 'clean up period blood' after wild freak offs MORE: 'I saw Beyoncé in a downpour and I'd pay more to see it again in the rain'
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Smokey Robinson Responds to Bombshell Sexual Assault Lawsuit With His Own Bombshell Claims
Legendary singer Smokey Robinson isn't taking those surprising sexual assault lawsuit lightly. In fact, his latest move proves he just may be gearing up for a big fight and we've got all the details. As we previously told you, four women have accused the Motown legend of sexual battery, assault, false imprisonment, gender violence and creating a hostile work environment. His wife, Frances, has also been named in the suit. The women in particular are all allegedly former housekeepers of Robinson who claim that his wife had 'full knowledge of his prior acts of sexual misconduct' but 'failed to take the appropriate corrective action' to prevent 'deviant misconduct' from Robinson. They're seeking $5o million in damages. In the immediate aftermath, Robinson's attorney spoke out on behalf of him, describing the suit as an 'ugly method of trying to extract money from an 85-year-old American icon' and the accusations as 'vile' and 'false.' Now, Robinson is taking further action to clear his name by filing a $500 million defamation countersuit against his accusers. Per court documents obtained by PEOPLE on Wednesday, the 'Cruisin'' singer is countersuing over allegations of defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, financial elder abuse and more. The documents claim that the women lobbed 'gratuitous and slanderous allegations' against him, specifically citing a May 6 press conference in which 'The Tears of a Clown' singer was allegedly referred to as a 'serial and sick rapist.' 'The statements were false, and Plaintiffs knew them to be false,' the countersuit read. 'Nevertheless, they made the statements, and undoubtedly many people believe the statements to be true.' It later added: 'The Robinsons did not abuse, harm, or take advantage of Plaintiffs; they treated Plaintiffs with the utmost kindness and generosity. Unfortunately, the depths of the Plaintiffs' avarice and greed knows no bounds.' The countersuit also went on to say that Robinson's wife Frances was particularly distraught and felt betrayed by the accusations and their allegations of financial elder abuse stem from the fact that the four women's claims have 'caused the Robinsons, who are senior citizens, loss of income and assets set aside for retirement or for personal or family care and maintenance.' Additionally, Robinson alleges that this suit only came about after he and his wife rejected the women's demands of $100 million. Lawyers representing the unidentified women have since responded to Robinson's countersuit in statement, calling it 'a baseless and vindictive legal maneuver designed to re-victimize, shift blame and discourage others from coming forward.' They also said that their clients remain dedicated to receiving justice in this case and will file an anti-SLAPP motion in an attempt to get rid of the 'Ooo Baby, Baby' singer's suit altogether. 'This case is about accountability, transparency, and ensuring that power is not used to harm or suppress others,' the four women's response read in part. For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
