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Daily Mail
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Jodie Kidd packs on the PDA with fiancé Joseph Bates as they are joined by her sister Jemma and Lisa Snowdon at his 40th birthday party
Jodie Kidd and her fiancé Joseph Bates looked more loved-up than ever on Saturday night, as they celebrated his 40th birthday with a star-studded bash in London's Park Lane. The supermodel, 46, shared a passionate kiss with the former Royal Marine as she pulled out all the stops to ring in his milestone birthday. She cut a typically dazzling figure for the night in a silver sequinned top with an intricately beaded and fringed cape over the top. Jodie teamed it with a pair of patterned blue jeans and ensured she towered even higher than the rest of the guests with a pair of bold multicoloured heels. While the birthday boy looked effortlessly dapper in a black T-shirt and jeans under a a smart blazer and a baseball cap. 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. Joseph couldn't seem to keep his hands off his stunning fiancée, and looked on cloud nine as she presented him with a huge cake, decorated with raspberries. Joining the couple for the celebration were Jodie's lookalike sister and fellow model Jemma, 50, who put on a busty display in a plunging black top and jeans. Jodie was also seen warmly embracing Lisa Snowdon, who looked sophisticated in a black satin blazer and matching jumper, and was accompanied by her fiancé George Smart. Actor Dougray Scott and Alice Temperley were also spotted having fun while mingling with the guests at the glitzy bash. And TV presenter Zoe Hardman turned heads, looking radiant in a strapless metallic gold top and figure-hugging jeans. Jodie and Joseph have been together for eight years, first being seen together in Barbados in October 2017, after she accompanied him on a disaster relief mission to Dominica after Hurricane Irma. The former marine and special forces soldier then popped the question four years later during a romantic trip to Paris. Confirming the happy news in December 2021, Jodie shared a photo flashing her sparkling ring while kissing Joseph in front of the Arc de Triomphe, with the caption: 'I said Yes'. It marks Jodie's third engagement, after splitting from her first husband, internet entrepreneur Aidan Butler, after 18 months in 2007 and second husband David Blakeley in 2015 after just four months. She is also mum to 13-year-old son, Indio, by her ex-partner, former Argentinian polo player Andrea Vianini, while Joseph also has a son from a previous relationship. However, the pair are yet to tie the knot four years on, previously admitting 'it's been a bit of a whirlwind the last couple of years'. Speaking to OK! in October, Jodie confessed the pair have still not set a date to become husband and wife as they are too busy. She said: 'Oh my God, it is going very slowly. Very slowly! Nothing is happening in the immediate future and not because I don't want it to, but I am just so busy. 'I think it would be too much trying to arrange a wedding right now. Hopefully, next year.' Revealing the secret to their long-standing romance, she explained: 'We've got just such a wonderful, balanced, supportive relationship. Those are the best ones. We always make time for date nights. We have a little date routine where we go to the cinema together. 'We have to run as a team, and we do that beautifully. We always make time for each other. We always try to do things together as much as we can. 'So, you know, if we're going on the school run, we'll do it together. Dinner time is really important. The whole family comes around the table and helps to cook, and we talk about our day, and have a laugh.' While Jodie added that their children have made them even closer, gushing: 'We've both got a son, so we just have to work as a team but they are intertwined literally. They're so beautiful as well.'
The Sun
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
First Dates' Merlin Griffiths teams up with supermodel for an unexpected new project after cancer battle
FIRST Dates star Merlin Griffiths has teamed up with a top supermodel for a new podcast after his cancer treatment. The barman from the Channel 4 reality show will be working alongside Jodie Kidd for the brand new project. 4 4 4 Titled Three Landlords Walk into a Bar, they will do a deep dive on British pubs from ghost stories to industry analysis and will be chatting with some of the UK's most successful publicans and industry leaders. "Expect everything from ghost stories in Britain's most haunted pub to tales of the Beatles, building inclusive spaces, and the importance of the perfect pint (of course)," read the announcement on Instagram. In the accompanying video to the social media post, fans are given a preview of some of the guests and conversations that can look forward to hearing in the coming season. Jodie shared it to her Instagram stories saying: "I loved doing this podcast." The supermodel is landlady at 16th century boozer, Half Moon in Kirdford, West Sussex, who has often spoken out about the importance of pubs to local communities. 'People are always surprised when they find out I run a pub. It's one of the toughest yet most rewarding jobs," she said in a statement about the podcast. "There's a whole world behind the bar that most punters never get to see – the highs, the graft, the sheer heart landlords pour in." Merlin who is the landlord of the Dog & Gun in Leicestershire also wants to raise awareness about the pressures facing pubs in the U.K. "Being a landlord isn't just about pulling pints and hosting quizzes – it's late nights, leaky pipes, and learning to adapt fast," he said. "Amidst turbulent times for the industry, we wanted to sit down and explore how Britain's pubs are evolving to stay at the heart of their communities – whether that's finding new ways to get people in the door or embracing game-changing tech to serve up top-quality pints more efficiently and sustainably.' Merlin's new project comes as the bartender recovers from cancer treatment. He was diagnosed with bowel cancer and had chemotherapy and two operations to remove a tumour in 2021. Despite getting the all-clear from doctors that he was cancer-free, Merlin admitted to struggling after his treatment and that he still needed to be closely monitored. 4
Daily Mirror
07-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
Most pubgoers say landlord is a 'real pal' - and some spill secrets they wouldn't share with family
A survey from Heineken and a new podcast called Three Landlords Walk into a Bar, hosted by celebrity landlords Jodie Kidd and Merlin Griffiths, found that 75 per cent of Brits believe their landlord is a genuine pal They pour perfect pints, lend a sympathetic ear and occasionally act as secret matchmakers. So it's no surprise that 75% of Brits consider their local landlord to be a genuine mate, with a quarter sharing secrets they wouldn't tell their own family. And at a time when so much social interaction takes place online, the pub is still a national treasure with 98% viewing it as the cornerstone of their community, according to new research. The survey, by HEINEKEN SmartDispense, reveals 26% of people met their partner in a pub, 35% have gone to one on a first date and 48% have used their favourite for a celebration - from birthdays to new jobs. But while Brits clearly love their locals, 59% admit they've no clue what it actually takes to run one. To lift the lid on life behind the bar, celebrity landlords Jodie Kidd and Merlin Griffiths have teamed up with HEINEKEN SmartDispense for a new podcast Three Landlords Walk into a Bar. Joined by some of the UK's top publicans, the duo will dig into the graft, grit, and untold stories that make Britain's boozers tick. Jodie, who runs The Half Moon in Kirdford, Sussex says, 'People are always surprised when they find out I run a pub. It's one of the toughest yet most rewarding jobs. 'There's a whole world behind the bar that most punters never get to see – the highs, the graft, the sheer heart landlords pour in. 'That's exactly what we wanted to showcase with Three Landlords Walk into a Bar - real people, real stories, and why these places matter so much to our communities.' Merlin, the landlord of the Dog & Gun in Leicestershire adds, ''Being a landlord isn't just about pulling pints and hosting quizzes - it's late nights, leaky pipes, and learning to adapt fast.' Their first guest is Beccy Webster, landlord of The Gedling Inn, whose promise to give away free drinks every time Nottingham Forest scored turned into a 300-pint giveaway after a 7–0 win. Other guests include the landlord behind The White Lion in Stockport, one of the UK's oldest and most haunted pubs, and the man who gives Liverpool's legendary Cavern Club its sound. Jodie and Merlin will also chat to the entrepreneur who runs The Prince of Peckham, one of London's most inclusive, community-first pubs. The series will also spotlight the innovative ways landlords are fighting back, turning pubs into social hubs to make friends, celebrate milestones, and even find love for years to come.
Scotsman
07-05-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
and some spill secrets they wouldn't share with family
They pour perfect pints, lend a sympathetic ear and occasionally act as secret matchmakers. Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... So it's no surprise that 75% of Brits consider their local landlord to be a genuine mate, with a quarter sharing secrets they wouldn't tell their own family. And at a time when so much social interaction takes place online, the pub is still a national treasure with 98% viewing it as the cornerstone of their community, according to new research. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The survey, by HEINEKEN SmartDispense , reveals 26% of people met their partner in a pub, 35% have gone to one on a first date and 48% have used their favourite for a celebration - from birthdays to new jobs. But while Brits clearly love their locals, 59% admit they've no clue what it actually takes to run one. Celebrity landlords Merlin Griffiths and Jodie Kidd have teamed up with HEINEKEN SmartDispense for a new podcast Three Landlords Walk into a Bar | Cover Images To lift the lid on life behind the bar, celebrity landlords Jodie Kidd and Merlin Griffiths have teamed up with HEINEKEN SmartDispense for a new podcast Three Landlords Walk into a Bar. Joined by some of the UK's top publicans, the duo will dig into the graft, grit, and untold stories that make Britain's boozers tick. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Jodie, who runs The Half Moon in Kirdford, Sussex says, 'People are always surprised when they find out I run a pub. It's one of the toughest yet most rewarding jobs. 'There's a whole world behind the bar that most punters never get to see – the highs, the graft, the sheer heart landlords pour in. 'That's exactly what we wanted to showcase with Three Landlords Walk into a Bar - real people, real stories, and why these places matter so much to our communities.' Merlin, the landlord of the Dog & Gun in Leicestershire adds, ''Being a landlord isn't just about pulling pints and hosting quizzes - it's late nights, leaky pipes, and learning to adapt fast.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Their first guest is Beccy Webster, landlord of The Gedling Inn, whose promise to give away free drinks every time Nottingham Forest scored turned into a 300-pint giveaway after a 7–0 win. Other guests include the landlord behind The White Lion in Stockport, one of the UK's oldest and most haunted pubs, and the man who gives Liverpool's legendary Cavern Club its sound. Jodie and Merlin will also chat to the entrepreneur who runs The Prince of Peckham, one of London's most inclusive, community-first pubs. The series will also spotlight the innovative ways landlords are fighting back, turning pubs into social hubs to make friends, celebrate milestones, and even find love for years to come.
Scotsman
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
and some spill secrets they wouldn't share with family
Watch more of our videos on and on Freeview 262 or Freely 565 Visit Shots! now They pour perfect pints, lend a sympathetic ear and occasionally act as secret matchmakers. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... So it's no surprise that 75% of Brits consider their local landlord to be a genuine mate, with a quarter sharing secrets they wouldn't tell their own family. And at a time when so much social interaction takes place online, the pub is still a national treasure with 98% viewing it as the cornerstone of their community, according to new research. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The survey, by HEINEKEN SmartDispense , reveals 26% of people met their partner in a pub, 35% have gone to one on a first date and 48% have used their favourite for a celebration - from birthdays to new jobs. But while Brits clearly love their locals, 59% admit they've no clue what it actually takes to run one. Celebrity landlords Merlin Griffiths and Jodie Kidd have teamed up with HEINEKEN SmartDispense for a new podcast Three Landlords Walk into a Bar | Cover Images To lift the lid on life behind the bar, celebrity landlords Jodie Kidd and Merlin Griffiths have teamed up with HEINEKEN SmartDispense for a new podcast Three Landlords Walk into a Bar. Joined by some of the UK's top publicans, the duo will dig into the graft, grit, and untold stories that make Britain's boozers tick. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Jodie, who runs The Half Moon in Kirdford, Sussex says, 'People are always surprised when they find out I run a pub. It's one of the toughest yet most rewarding jobs. 'There's a whole world behind the bar that most punters never get to see – the highs, the graft, the sheer heart landlords pour in. 'That's exactly what we wanted to showcase with Three Landlords Walk into a Bar - real people, real stories, and why these places matter so much to our communities.' Merlin, the landlord of the Dog & Gun in Leicestershire adds, ''Being a landlord isn't just about pulling pints and hosting quizzes - it's late nights, leaky pipes, and learning to adapt fast.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Their first guest is Beccy Webster, landlord of The Gedling Inn, whose promise to give away free drinks every time Nottingham Forest scored turned into a 300-pint giveaway after a 7–0 win. Other guests include the landlord behind The White Lion in Stockport, one of the UK's oldest and most haunted pubs, and the man who gives Liverpool's legendary Cavern Club its sound. Jodie and Merlin will also chat to the entrepreneur who runs The Prince of Peckham, one of London's most inclusive, community-first pubs. The series will also spotlight the innovative ways landlords are fighting back, turning pubs into social hubs to make friends, celebrate milestones, and even find love for years to come. Three Landlords Walk into a Bar is available now on Apple , Spotify and YouTube
