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Daily Mail
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The Hit Network's Christie Hayes announces she is expecting her first child with husband Justin Coombes-Pearce after four-year IVF journey
The Hit Network's Christie Hayes has been open about her IVF journey with listeners over the last four years. And now, the Christie and Dan Show host has announced that she is expecting a baby with her husband Justin Coombes-Pearce. Christie, 38, informed listeners on Monday after first surprising her co-host Dan Taylor with the happy news three weeks ago during an off air segment that was also filmed. The moment was shared with listeners during the announcement and later posted to Instagram. In the clip, an ecstatic Christie can be seen passing a ' Jimi Hendrix ' lunchbox to her co-host. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'Am I gonna find some wacky tobacky in here?' Dan joked before opening up the 'present'. On opening the container, Dan discovered 'thousands' of pregnancy home tests. 'I'm pregnant!' the former Home and Away star declared. 'I found out on Friday that I was pregnant. I'd been doing all these pregnancy tests and on Friday I had to get a blood test to confirm it. It came up with really good news.' In another moment from the video, the two breakfast radio stars can be seen sharing a hug. Elsewhere, Christie made an emotional statement thanking her listeners especially those who had shared their own IVF journey on the program. 'It's been four years in the making … I am pregnant. We are ecstatic, we are safe, and we're in the second trimester already. 'I just want you to know that if you are going through IVF,' she continued. 'I have been where you are. I know how hard it is. I just want you to know that it can happen. When you least expect it, your life can change.' Christie also shared her happy news to Instagram and included a touching family snap featuring her two boys, and husband in a group hug. 'And after the rain, came the rainbow,' the radio star said in the catpion. 'We are all over the moon to announce the news that we are expecting! The most prayed for, wanted, adored baby that we are all so in love with already. 'After losing a baby, two back to back chemical pregnancies, our miracle is finally here. And now, somehow, it makes sense. The final piece of our puzzle. 'To my fellow IVF warriors — I see you. I am you. If you're still waiting, still aching, still hoping — please don't give up. Your miracle might just be around the corner, your story is still unfolding and we never know what the next chapter holds.' 'Our beautiful boys and my darling husband and I couldn't be happier. Love you all! Xxxx.' She tied the knot with Triple M's Justin in 2021 and the couple immediately made plans to have a baby. Christie has often discussed her family heartache over the last few years on her show, including detailing the anguish she experienced following a miscarriage three years ago. She has two sons, Hendrix, 10 and Harley, nine, from her relationship to wine broker Daniel White. The pair split in 2019 after marrying in 2015. Now based in Hobart, Christie rose to fame in 2000 after playing 'twins' Kirsty and Laura in Home and Away. After leaving the soap in 2005 she returned in 2008 before making a final exit in October the following year. In 2022 she launched the Dan and Christie Show on the Hit Network with co-host Dan Taylor.
Daily Mail
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Carrie Bickmore looks fresh-faced as she showcases her natural beauty at Sydney Airport
Carrie Bickmore looked effortlessly chic at Sydney Airport on Monday, as she made her way through the bustling terminal wearing a relaxed yet stylish outfit. The 44-year-old radio star opted for minimal makeup, showcasing her natural look as she prepared to catch a taxi to a hotel. Carrie sported an unbuttoned blue denim jacket worn over a figure-hugging black Puma top. She paired the look with matching black leggings and Adidas sneakers. Her blonde hair cascaded freely around her shoulders, complementing her fresh-faced appearance. Carrie sported a focused look while carrying a mobile phone in one hand and wheeling her luggage with the other as she made her way to the taxi rank. She appeared in good spirits, flashing a relaxed smile as she navigated her way through the crowds. The veteran presenter's down-to-earth appearance and style has always made her relatable to fans, and her latest airport outing was no exception. Last month, Carrie fanned the flames of romance rumours between her and radio co-host Tommy Little yet again as she cheered him on during one of his shows at Melbourne International Comedy Festival. The Hit Network star shared an image of her colleague, 40, to Instagram when she went to watch one of his recent 'I'm Not Proud' shows at the Comedy Theatre. In the picture, Tommy could be seen smiling on stage as he held a microphone and addressed the audience, wearing an all-black ensemble as he flashed his numerous tattoos. Carrie took the photo from the crowd and captioned it with '5 star review' alongside a hand clapping emoji and star emoji. Tommy has also been adding fuel to the fire when it comes to speculation he and Carrie are in a secret relationship. In March, the comedian took to the stage again to make jokes at his co-star's expense for The Roast of Carrie Bickmore. The Adelaide-born star looked to be enjoying her day out as she let her natural beauty shine while strolling through the bustling terminal Carrie was spotted checking her phone as she made her way through the airport She looked relieved as she boarded a waiting taxi and left the airport However, Tommy had the crowd speculating whether he had the hots for the blonde beauty after he made a suggestive comment about her appearance. During the roast, Tommy declared Carrie 'looks better and better' every day. 'She's just getting hotter and hotter, and if you want to know what's her secret: cosmetic surgery,' he joked. 'Want to know what Carrie would look like without all the work done? Bev Killick,' he added, as he gestured to the comedian who was also taking part in the comedy skit. The night out came after Carrie's very public split from longtime partner Chris Walker in 2023. Rumours of a romance between her and her Hit Network pal Tommy quickly ensued.
Daily Mail
01-05-2025
- Health
- Daily Mail
Carrie Bickmore breaks down in emotional interview as it is revealed she saved her friend's life
Carrie Bickmore has broken down in an emotional interview in which she discussed how she 'saved' the lives of her close friend and her husband. The 44-year-old radio star revealed on the Hit Network's Carrie and Tommy show that she helped her close friend Jamila Rizvi find suitable treatment after she was diagnosed with a rare brain tumour - while emotionally supporting her husband. 'My husband Jeremy and I were going through it together, but differently. He was thinking that if the worst happens, then he has to keep living,' Jamila told Carrie. The 31-year-old then revealed she enlisted Carrie to speak to her husband on her behalf because they were struggling to cope with the shock diagnosis. 'I called Carrie and said, "Would it be all right if I introduced you two? I think he needs to talk to someone",' Jamila explained. 'It surprised no one that Carrie showed up on our doorstep 15 minutes later!' Carrie added that her visit came as a huge surprise to Jamila's husband, who was so grateful that the radio star had introduced them to a renowned neurosurgeon. 'Poor Jeremy. I don't think he was in the head space to receive a random person he never met in his lounge room,' Carrie said. Jamila, who has been friends with the radio star for years, added she and her husband were really struggling at the time and were incredibly grateful for the support Carrie gave them. 'I think it is the best thing that has happened to us! We were definitely at our worst and you were very kind, supported us through the headspace we were in,' Jamila said. 'You introduced us to the neurosurgeon who operated on me twice and unquestionably saved my life. Another surgeon wouldn't have been able to do that surgery!' 'There was so much going on. I am so thankful the surgeon was able to help you because he was amazing,' Carrie added. Jamila Rizvi initially thought her missed periods were just a sign of stress. After noticing she hadn't menstruated for two months, the Aussie TV presenter decided to see a GP as a precaution to check her hormones, as she had just stopped breastfeeding her toddler son Rafi. Jamila, who has been friends with the radio star for years, added she and her husband were really struggling at the time and were incredibly grateful for the support Carrie gave them. Pictured together on The Project in 2017 But the then-31-year-old's world came crashing down when she was diagnosed with craniopharyngioma, a rare 'one-in-a-million' brain tumour. 'For me, it was very much out of the blue... I was very unexpectedly diagnosed with a rare kind of brain tumour so I've got a physically broken brain,' Jamila told Carrie and Tommy. 'Because of where the tumour grows and the complexity of the brain, for me it began with hormones so I just skipped a period.' Reflecting on that fateful day seven years ago, the political commentator was on a book tour, so she suspected the missed cycle was simply due to stress. 'Then it happened again. I was very diligent, went and saw my GP and I think that's when I got lucky the first time because my GP took me really seriously... I got blood tests done, she sent me off to specialists and then a gynaecologist,' Jamila said. In 2017, doctors found a tumour lodged deep in her brain, dangerously close to her optic nerves, hypothalamus, and pituitary gland.
Daily Mail
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Tommy Little shocks his Taskmaster co-stars as he makes X-rated confession amid romance rumours with Carrie Bickmore
Tommy Little left little to the imagination when he recently shocked co-stars and fans with a very X-rated admission. The comedian, 40, appeared on the Channel Ten series Taskmaster where he was charged with making a wish into a wishing well. In true Tommy fashion, the radio host did not mince his words when revealing his innermost desire. 'What's the most cliched thing you'd think I would wish for?' he asked co-host Tom Cashman. He then had his co-stars in stitches when he revealed his wish as he hopefully tossed a coin into the well. 'A bigger d***,' he said to gaps and laughter from the audience and panel. Tasked with making a wish into a wishing well, Tommy asked co-host Tom Cashman, 'What's the most cliched thing you'd think I would wish for? A bigger d***' Tommy's frank admission comes as romance rumours between he and Carrie Bickmore continue to swirl. He revealed on Sunday he has given up vaping and is attempting to lose 10kgs so he can run The Big Five Marathon in South Africa to raise money for Carrie's Beanies 4 Brain Cancer charity. Carrie, 44, took to the comments to encourage Tommy, writing: 'Yes Tommy! Yes! You got this'. To which Tommy playfully responded: 'You're stoned again aren't you?' It comes after Carrie also showed her support for Tommy's career when she stepped out at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival to cheer him on during one of his shows. The Hit Network star shared an image of her colleague to Instagram Stories earlier last month when she went to watch one of his I'm Not Proud shows at the Comedy Theatre. In the picture, Tommy could be seen smiling on stage as he held a microphone and addressed the audience, wearing an all-black ensemble as he flashed his numerous tattoos. Carrie took the photo from the crowd and captioned it with '5 star review' alongside a hand clapping emoji and star emoji. Tommy's frank admission comes as romance rumours between he and Carrie Bickmore continue to swirl Romance rumours between the pair come after Carrie's very public split from longtime partner Chris Walker in 2023. Carrie and Tommy have made a number of appearances together of late, cuddling up at a golf tournament in Adelaide and enjoying a trip to Uluru together. She shared a sweet photo to Instagram of herself and Tommy embracing one another and smiling at the LIV golf tournament. Meanwhile, Tommy recently made a relationship confession which continued to fan the flames of romance rumours. The comedian confessed to Stellar he is very keen to start a family and settle down - even if he's not entirely ready to grow up yet.
Sky News AU
01-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
Tommy Little fuels romance rumours with Hit Network co-star Carrie Bickmore after making major lifestyle change for her cause
Tommy Little has continued to fuel romance rumours with his Hit Network co-cost Carrie Bickmore after he made major lifestyle changes for her. On Sunday, the 40-year-old comedian took to Instagram to announce he quit vaping and plans to lose 10kgs ahead of The Big Five Marathon in South Africa for Bickmore's Beanies 4 Brain Cancer charity on June 14. Little joked he ran 13.3 km but not quickly because he was a 'doughy boy" as he prepared for the feat in his home city of Melbourne. 'We are seven weeks out from The Big Five Marathon in South Africa. I just ran 13.3 km. Not quick because I am a doughy boy,' the radio star said in a video. 'I weighed myself this week. I weigh 86kg, which might not sound like that much, but the only time I ran a marathon, I weighed 70kg. So I am 16kg over my previous running weight. 'I'm trying the best I can. I don't think I'm going to be breaking any PBs (personal best), but I've quit vaping for the 42nd time this week. I did three runs. A couple sessions in the gym.' In the caption, Little said he was doing his best to raise money for Bickmore's cause and encouraged his 300,000 followers to donate. 'I plan to lose at least 10kgs and work my ass off for the next 7 weeks, anyone who wants to get involved is more than welcome,' he said. Bickmore encouraged her co-star in the comments, which ignited his banter-fuelled response. 'Yes, Tommy!!!!! Yes!!!! You got this,' she said 'You're stoned again, aren't you?' Little said with a love heart emoji. The co-stars have fanned romance rumours since Bickmore split from her second husband, Chris Walker, in January 2023. The pair were together for more than a decade and share two daughters, Evie and Adelaide. Carrie also has a son Oliver from her first relationship with Greg Lange, who died of brain cancer in 2010. She and Little's infamous flirty on-air rapport gained attention, and the speculation they are an item hasn't relented. Little addressed the gossip directly at The Roast of Carrie Bickmore during the Melbourne Comedy Festival in March. "There have been romance rumours about Carrie and I, but unfortunately, because Carrie is in my age bracket (my Tinder age bracket is legal to dead), but I'm not in Carrie's age bracket," he said. "She only likes much older, powerful men." He also playfully swiped at her beauty, saying, "Carrie looks better and better, and if you want to know what's her secret—cosmetic surgery." Little, who split from ex-girlfriend Natalie Kyriacou in 2021, recently doubled down on his affection for Bickmore. "She's one of my best mates," he told TV Weekly. "My co-host is brilliant…She's so good at what she does," he said. Bickmore returned serve at Little's I'm Not Proud show at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival earlier this month The veteran presenter took to Instagram Stories to share a photo of her co-star mid-performance and wrote "5-star review" with a hand clapping and star emoji.
