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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
I'm A Celebrity star 'signs up' for latest edition of Celebrity Bake Off
A former star of I'm A Me Out of Here has reportedly signed up for the latest edition of the Bake Off in a Stand Up To Cancer special The latest famous face to be signed up for the Great British Bake Off is said to have been confirmed. Former I'm A Celebrity star Babatunde Aleshe has reportedly agreed to another reality TV show following his stint in the jungle. The comedian, 38, starred on the ITV show Down Under in 2022, and is now said to be ready to test his culinary skills. It's claimed Babatunde will take part in the Stand Up To Cancer special of the hit Channel 4 show. "Babatunde is guaranteed to be hilarious and will no doubt have plenty of banter with Paul, Noel, Caroline and Alison," a source said. Speaking to the Sun, the TV insider continued: "'He's not known for his prowess in the kitchen so there's sure to be some panicky moments laced with the good humour he's known for. "His energy on the Gogglebox sofa has always been pure positivity and very infectious, and bosses are hoping he'll bring that to the tent." Other names reportedly signed up for the unique edition include JoJo Siwa. Hot on the heels of her Celebrity Big Brother appearance - where she met Chris Hughes - the Dance Moms star is claimed to be set for another UK reality TV show. The 22-year-old American singer boosted her profile on the opposite side of the Atlantic in April when she was a contestant on ITV's Celebrity Big Brother - she already had a huge stateside following. Now it has been reported that JoJo will be popping up on Channel 4 and testing out her culinary skills. A source claimed:"This is a bit of a coup for the Bake Off because Jojo is currently one of the most talked about young stars on TV right now. "She's barely had time to catch her breath, leaving CBB last month amid huge media attention and heading straight into another huge show this month. It's also a fantastic gig for her because although she already has a fanbase over here, the cookery contest also introduces her to a wider British audience," the source added to The Sun. "Plus she got plenty of experience of cooking in front of the cameras while she was on Celebrity Big Brother, though this time she won't have hunky Chris to distract her." JoJo and Chris' budding friendship stole the show in the Big Brother house. Speculation was rife they were more than just friends, with JoJo revealed to have dumped fiance Kath Ebbs at the wrap party. Snaps have since emerged of the singer kissing the 32-year-old former Love Island star while they were on holiday together in Mexico. They have continued to pair special mentions to each other on social media following their exit from the CBB house.
Edinburgh Live
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
BBC Strictly Come Dancing legend reveals reason she quit show to become farmer
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 Strictly Come Dancing icon Flavia Cacace has opened up about her decision to swap the glitz of the dance floor for a life of farming after departing the hit show over a decade ago. The 45-year-old graced the Strictly stage as a professional from 2006 to 2012, having joined the series with her then-dance partner Vincent Simone. Following her exit from Strictly, Flavia tied the knot with EastEnders actor Jimi Mistry, whom she met on the show, and in 2021, the couple embraced rural life in Devon, cultivating vegetables and rearing farm animals. Flavia has now shared the reasons behind her dramatic career shift. Speaking on ITV's Lorraine this morning, Flavia explained: "I never retired, I just needed a break. I toured for eight years and when me and Vincent started touring, we would do seven, eight shows a week in each venue. We did that for eight years - I stopped in 2018, I was just exhausted." She elaborated on the toll the intense schedule took on her, saying: "It was the body and the brain, it's both things - and obviously, I'd been living out of a suitcase, from hotel to hotel. I needed that break and Covid came and it was one of those things where we said, 'Let's just go to the countryside.'". Flavia also mentioned her deep bond with animals, noting that she and Jimi have been enjoying their pastoral lifestyle for half a decade, reports the Mirror. During her time on Strictly, Flavia reached the final with EastEnders' Matt Di Angelo in 2007, finishing as runner-up, and later clinched victory with Olympic gymnast Louis Smith in what would be her last series on the show. Matt and Flavia sparked a romance following their stint on Strictly, with the couple being an item until 2010. Flavia is now set to dazzle audiences once more by joining forces with former Strictly sensation Oti Mabuse for a national tour. After bidding farewell to Strictly in 2021, Oti has been a familiar face on shows like I'm A Me Out of Here, Celebrity Bake Off, and Big Brother: Late and Live. She also served as a judge on Dancing on Ice before its cancellation this year and hosted Oti Mabuse's Breakfast Show on ITV. In other Strictly news, Love Island champion Dani Dyer is reportedly lacing up her dancing shoes for this year's competition. Fresh from tying the knot with footballer Jarrod Bowen, Dani has allegedly inked a preliminary contract for Strictly and is currently negotiating her salary, as per The Sun. A source close to Strictly shared with The Sun that BBC chiefs are "thrilled" about Dani joining the show and are finalising her payment details. They remarked: "She's bubbly, down-to-earth and straight-talking and producers reckon she'll make an ideal contestant - not to mention the bonus of having Jarrod and dad Danny in the audience supporting her." Catch Lorraine every weekday morning at 9am on ITV1 and ITVX.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Strictly legend explains why she quit dancing to become a farmer with co-star
Strictly Come Dancing legend Flavia Cacace coached two celebrities to the final during her time on the BBC show, but left in 2012 and now lives a very different life Strictly Come Dancing legend Flavia Cacace has revealed why she took a step back from the dance world to become a farmer after leaving the show over 10 years ago. The 45-year-old was a professional dancer on the show from 2006 until 2012, having joined Strictly alongside her then-partner Vincent Simone. After leaving the show, Flavia married EastEnders ' Jimi Mistry after being partnered on Strictly and in 2021, they moved to Devon to grow vegetables and farm animals. Now, Flavia has revealed why she left the dancing world and made a huge lifestyle change. Appearing on ITV's Lorraine this morning, Flavia said: "I never retired, I just needed a break. I toured for eight years and when me and Vincent started touring, we would do seven, eight shows a week in each venue. We did that for eight years - I stopped in 2018, I was just exhausted. "It was the body and the brain, it's both things - and obviously, I'd been living out of a suitcase, from hotel to hotel. I needed that break and Covid came and it was one of those things where we said, 'Let's just go to the countryside.'" She added that she has "a real connection and affinity with animals" and has been on the farm with Jimi for five years. Flavia made it to the final with EastEnders star Matt Di Angelo back in 2007 and landed in second place, while she eventually won the show with Olympic gymnast Louis Smith in her final series. Matt and Flavia began a romantic relationship shortly after their time on Strictly, with the pair dating until 2010. Now, Flavia is returning to dance by starring in a nationwide-tour alongside ex Strictly star Oti Mabuse. Oti left Strictly back in 2021 and has since appeared on I'm A Me Out of Here, Celebrity Bake Off and Big Brother: Late & Live. She was also a judge on Dancing on Ice, until it was cancelled earlier this year, and presented Oti Mabuse's Breakfast Show for ITV. Earlier this week, it was reported that Love Island winner Dani Dyer would be taking part in this year's series of Strictly Come Dancing. The star, who wed her footballer beau Jarrod Bowen at the weekend, has signed a pre-contract for the show and is in pay deal talks, according to The Sun. A Strictly insider told The Sun that BBC bosses are "thrilled" that she'll be taking part and are currently "ironing out her fee". They added: "She's bubbly, down-to-earth and straight-talking and producers reckon she'll make an ideal contestant — not to mention the bonus of having Jarrod and dad Danny in the audience supporting her." Lorraine airs weekdays from 9am on ITV1 and ITVX.
The Irish Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
EastEnders' Adam Woodyatt pulls the plug on failed booze brand with ex wife amid mounting debts
EASTENDERS star Adam Woodyatt has pulled the plug on the failed booze brand he launched with his ex-wife. Adam, 56, set up Neat Distillery Ltd in August 2017 and introduced a range of trendy gins. Advertisement 4 Adam Woodyatt has pulled the plug on his failed booze brand Credit: Getty But just a couple of years later, production stopped and the brand's website was taken offline in a bid to cut costs. Now, official documents have been submitted to Companies House confirming that Adam and his former partner Beverley are applying to have the company struck off the register. The brand's digital presence has long been dormant - the website is no longer active, and its Facebook and Twitter accounts haven't been updated since 2019. Neat Distillery Ltd's last set of accounts revealed it was running a £13,000 deficit. Advertisement read more on Adam Woodyatt Adam and Beverley had joint control of the business, even while navigating what was described as a 'toxic split'. It was reported that he initially refused to offer her a fair settlement, although they eventually reached an amicable agreement. He had spent months perfecting the gin recipe, with a source saying at the time: 'This is something Adam really passionate about. 'He is planning to sell it online, along with merchandise he has lined up with the branding and recipes." Advertisement Most read in Soaps In a past interview, Adam also revealed: 'I had quite a diverse list of outlets and distribution from entertainment, bars, fine dining to music clubs,' naming chef Adam took a break from EastEnders in 2020 but returned in August 2023. EastEnders legend Michelle Collins opens up on fiery on set rows with Adam Woodyatt He has reportedly made big money for his TV gigs, including roughly £500,000 for his 2021 appearance on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here. The actor also earns a reported £250,000 per year for his EastEnders gig. Advertisement Adam, who officially divorced his wife Beverly in 2022 after 22 years of marriage put £245,763 into a new firm shortly after they first split in 2020. He had earned the cash through acting gigs and funnelled it into his company Caledfwlch — which is Welsh for King Arthur's sword Excalibur. He set it up ahead of his This week, Adam was spotted looking loved up with a mystery woman after hitting the gym in London. Advertisement He shared a kiss with the red-haired woman after a sweaty workout before driving off together. He played a major role in the BBC soap's 40th anniversary episodes when his wife Cindy's Christmas Day attacker was revealed. The Sun has contacted Adam's representatives for comment. Advertisement 4 He ran the company with his former partner Beverley Credit: Instagram 4 They set up Neat Distillery Ltd in August 2017 and introduced a range of trendy gins Credit: Instagram 4 Adam took a break from EastEnders in 2020 but returned in August 2023 Credit: BBC
Scottish Sun
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
TV legend goes completely unnoticed by fans as he gets the tube despite HUGE salary – would you have spotted him?
The star was taking in the Tube map when he was spotted by fans east tuber TV legend goes completely unnoticed by fans as he gets the tube despite HUGE salary – would you have spotted him? Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SOAP legend Adam Woodyatt went unnoticed by London commuters as he rode the Docklands Light Railway. The actor, who has played Ian Beale in EastEnders for 40 years, wore a cap and stood during a journey on Tuesday evening. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 5 A major soap star was spotted on London's DLR Credit: Supplied 5 It was Adam Woodyatt from EastEnders Credit: Getty 5 Adam has played Ian Beale on Eastenders for more than 40 years Credit: BBC He had been a VIP guest at the third anniversary performance of ABBA Voyage in East London and celebrated with fellow stars at an afterparty. But he stayed down to earth by taking public transport to go home at 11pm, deciding not to take a car like most celebrities. "I was shocked to see him on the DLR, then he swapped to the tube. Nobody seemed to notice him really - I was thinking 'he can afford an Uber!' but Adam seemed totally at home on public transport, like a normal person." Myleene Klass, Elvis Costello, U2's Adam Clayton, Rob Brydon and West End star Marisha Wallace were among other guests at the event. They joined ABBA icons Anni-Frid Lyngstad and Benny Andersson who flew to London to attend the event. Adam, 56, took a break from EastEnders in 2020 but returned in August 2023. He has reportedly made big money for his TV gigs, including roughly £500,000 for his 2021 appearance on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here. The actor also earns a reported £250,000 per year for his EastEnders gig. Adam, who officially divorced his wife Beverly in 2022 after 22 years of marriage put £245,763 into a new firm shortly after they first split in 2020. He had earned the cash through acting gigs and funnelled it into his company Caledfwlch — which is Welsh for King Arthur's sword Excalibur. He set it up ahead of his I'm A Celebrity stint in Gwrych Castle, North Wales. This week, Adam was spotted looking loved up with a mystery woman after hitting the gym in London. He shared a kiss with the red-haired woman after a sweaty workout before driving off together. Adam's character Ian Beale debuted in 1985 during the show's first-ever episode. He played a major role in the BBC soap's 40th anniversary episodes when his wife Cindy's Christmas Day attacker was revealed. 5 Adam was heading back on the DLR after going to a special anniversary showing of ABBA Voyage Credit: Getty 5 Adam returned to EastEnders in 2023 after a few years break from the soap Credit: BBC
