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The Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Who is Love island bombshell Angel Swift?
LOVE island's new bombshell dated fellow reality star and Towie hunk Dan Edgar just weeks before she entered the villa. Angel Swift, 26, made her show debut on July 17 and quickly caused chaos – stealing Ty Isherwood from Lauren Wood which left her dumped from the island. Who is Angel Swift? Angel is an aesthetics practitioner and salon owner from Maidstone, but before signing up to Love Island Angel was said to have been dating Dan, 35, following his split from co-star Ella Rae Wise, 25. She describes herself as a '20 out of 10' and says she's ready to turn heads. Even before stealing Ty from Lauren the blonde beauty said shw would "like to get to know Ty and see what he's about". Angel has been single for a year and says she's going into the villa with the hope of finding a serious relationship. She gushed: 'It's an amazing opportunity to make new connections and have new experiences. "I'm ready to make memories with someone, go travelling with them and fall in love.' 3 When it comes to her type, Angel is looking for the classic 'tall, dark and handsome,' with muscles, a nice smile, and a strong sense of humour. She added: 'Someone that's family orientated and very needy for me." Angel also made it clear she's not afraid to step on toes. 'Breaking up another couple? That is what's going to happen, so it's quite exciting really,' she said. What happened next? Well, she was certainly true to her word. After Angel entered the villa, Ty received a text telling him he'd been automatically coupled up with the newest Islander. The twist unfolded during the Couple of Sorts game, where the Islanders were asked to predict which three boys Angel would find most attractive. Conor was placed third, Harry second, and Ty was voted her top choice. Love Island 2025 full line-up Angel Swift – bombshell who made her appearance on July 17. Harry Cooksley: A 30-year-old footballer with charm to spare. Shakira Khan: A 22-year-old Manchester-based model, ready to turn heads. Megan Moore: A payroll specialist from Southampton, looking for someone tall and stylish. Alima Gagigo: International business graduate with brains and ambition. Tommy Bradley: A gym enthusiast with a big heart. Helena Ford: A Londoner with celebrity connections, aiming to find someone funny or Northern. Ben Holbrough: A model ready to make waves. Dejon Noel-Williams: A personal trainer and semi-pro footballer, following in his footballer father's footsteps. Aaron Buckett: A towering 6'5' personal trainer. Conor Phillips: A 25-year-old Irish rugby pro. Antonia Laites: Love Island's first bombshell revealed as sexy Las Vegas pool party waitress. Yasmin Pettet: The 24-year-old bombshell hails from London and works as a commercial banking executive. Emily Moran: Bombshell Welsh brunette from the same town as Love Island 2024 alumni Nicole Samuel. Giorgio Russo: The 30-year-old will be spending his summer in the sun, potentially his sister Alessia's successful tournament at the Euros in Switzerland. Yaz Broom: Professional DJ from Manchester who appeared on X Factor 2016 in girl group Four of Diamonds. Andrada Pop: Miss Bikini Ireland 2019 winner who hails from Dublin and works as a nail technician and personal trainer. Emma Munro: Harry Cooksley's ex who entered as a bombshell and works as a hydrogeologist. Departures: Lauren Wood l anded in the villa as a bombshell, but no one expected her to 'go off' — twice, according to Harrison — quite so soon. Harrison Solomon: Pro footballer and model entered Love Island 2025 as a bombshell. Kyle Ashman: Axed after an arrest over a machete attack emerged. He was released with no further action taken and denies any wrongdoing. Sophie Lee: A model and motivational speaker who has overcome adversity after suffering life-changing burns in an accident. Blu Chegini: A boxer with striking model looks, seeking love in the villa. Malisha Jordan: A teaching assistant from Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, who entered Love Island 2025 as a bombshell. Shea Mannings: Works as a scaffolder day-to-day and plays semi-pro football on the side. Caprice Alexandra: The 26-year-old bombshell owns a nursery in Romford. Poppy Harrison: The bombshell broke up with her boyfriend after finding out she would be in the villa Will Means: The fourth fittest farmer in the UK according to Farmers' Weekly in 2023 entered the villa as a bombshell Megan Clarke: An Irish actress part of the OG line-up. Remell Mullins: Boasts over 18million likes and 500k followers on TikTok thanks to his sizzling body transformation videos. Alima Gagigo: 23-year-old personal banker from Glasgow who fancies herself as a 'good flirt'. Ryan Bannister: 27-year-old gym hunk who entered the show as a bombshell. Ty then received a text informing him he had been automatically coupled up with Angel. As a result, Lauren – who had previously been coupled up with Ty – was left single and was immediately sent a text telling her she had been dumped from the villa. Stunned fans took to social media to react to the brutal moment. One wrote: "Lmfaooooo nah they did Lauren dirty."
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Love Island's latest bombshell Angel Swift 'secretly dated TOWIE hunk Dan Edgar' just weeks before entering the villa in latest twist
Love island's new bombshell Angel Swift reportedly dated fellow reality star and TOWIE hunk Dan Edgar just weeks before she entered the villa. The stunner, 26, made her show debut on Thursday and quickly caused chaos in a latest twist that saw her stealing Ty Isherwood from Lauren Wood which left her dumped from the island. But before signing up to Love Island Angel was said to have been dating Dan, 35, following his split from co-star Ella Rae Wise, 25. In a snap obtained by The Sun the pair can be seen looking cosy as they soaked up the sun in Marbella during the May 2025 bank holiday. A friend of Angel's told the publication: '[Angel and Dan] were seen at various events, it was casual dating but they had fun together'. Meanwhile a source close to Dan claimed things were never serious between the two, saying: 'It was just one date really, and it was after he split from Ella. Dan was very much single at the time'. MailOnline have contacted Dan's reps and ITV for comment. Angel is aesthetics practitioner and salon owner from Maidstone and has already revealed she isn't afraid to step on toes. Ahead of her entrance she was asked whether she would break up a couple she replied: 'Breaking up another couple? That is what's going to happen, so it's quite exciting really. 'I feel like people have been getting their heads turned very easily. I do feel like I have quite a good chance of turning someone's head.' Angel describes herself as a '20 out of 10' and already has her eyes set on one islander in particular. She said: 'I'd like to get to know Ty and see what he's about.' After being single for a year she is going into the villa with the hope of finding a serious relationship. 'It's an amazing opportunity to make new connections and have new experiences. I'm ready to make memories with someone, go travelling with them and fall in love,' she added. Angel describes herself as a '20 out of 10' and already has her eyes set on one islander in particular. She said: 'I'd like to get to know Ty and see what he's about.' After being single for a year she is going into the villa with the hope of finding a serious relationship. 'It's an amazing opportunity to make new connections and have new experiences. I'm ready to make memories with someone, go travelling with them and fall in love,' she added. It comes after Harrison quit the villa after dumped islander Lauren Wood begged him to leave with her during Friday night's episode. After new bombshell Angel Swift chose to steal Lauren's partner Ty, it meant the dog walker was sent packing. Furious fans branded Lauren 'embarrassing' as she begged Harrison to leave the villa with her despite their rocky patch and his behaviour. After sleeping on Lauren's request, Harrison announced to the villa the next day that he was leaving and admitted he is 'mortified' by how he has behaved. In recent days, Harrison crawled back to Toni Laites after having sex with Lauren twice. Despite the intimacy, Harrison was quick to change his mind on who he had a greater connection with as he went crawling back to Toni after news of a shock recoupling. Speaking to Harry he confessed 'I want Toni' before he met with her on the terrace to beg her to give him another chance. And shockingly Toni once again chose to give things another go with her former flame, despite insisting she was 'done' earlier in the episode. But after winning Toni back, Harrison then confessed he missed Lauren and shared interest in getting back with her. Before Lauren left the villa for good, she pulled Harrison for a chat to ask if he would leave the villa with her. Harrison said he wanted to sleep on the decision but asked Lauren to 'promise' she would wait for him. Lauren said: 'I know it's a big ask and we've not been on the best terms the last two days, but I think, everything that we've had for the last ten days we know what's real. 'And I think we know deep down that we're meant to be together. Can't you come with me? Please.' Harrison said: 'I know. I feel like I've come in here and I've found what I've wanted.' 'I feel like it's a massive decision, it's hard to make in five minutes. But, at the same time I've come in here and I've found what I wanted.' Fans took to X to share their fury: 'asking harrison to leave with you after he EMBARRASSED you like no one else in love island history is definitely smtg. lauren needs to be studied #LoveIsland', 'Lauren might be the most embarrassing babe that's ever been on this show!?????begging a man that doesn't know if he even wants you is mentally deranged #LoveIsland', 'I've seen desperation but I've never Dejon Noel Williams NAME: Dejon Noel Williams AGE: 26 FROM: London OCCUPATION: Semi-pro footballer and personal trainer WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Someone who is beautiful on the inside and out, looks after themselves and is healthy CLAIM TO FAME? My dad being an ex-professional footballer. I've met all kinds of famous people through him. When I was younger it was weird because he was just my dad, but we'd go to a game and fans were asking for photos. I've met David Beckham, he was really nice. Megan Moore NAME: Megan Moore AGE: 25 FROM: Southampton OCCUPATION: Payroll specialist WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I'd like to meet someone who is tall, with a nice tan, nice eyes and a nice smile. He needs to have a good fashion sense and a really good, funny personality that I can get on with HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR LOVE LIFE? Bankrupt, right now. But we're going to make sales and get on that corporate ladder and be booming. Profits, profits, profits! NAME: Helena Ford AGE: 29 FROM: London OCCUPATION: Cabin Crew WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Somebody funny or Northern. I feel like Northern people have much more banter than Southerners. If you look through my previous dating history, you'll see I clearly go for personality. You can pretty much laugh me into bed. WOULD MAYA HIRE YOU FOR YOUR FLIRTING SKILLS? I would say hire but then quickly fire soon after. It would only be a temporary contract. NAME: Shakira Khan AGE: 26 FROM: London OCCUPATION: Construction Project Manager WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Someone who is tall, charming, witty, with big arms, a good smile and just really funny. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR LOVE LIFE? Booming, but they're all frogs. It's a busy love life but I've not found 'the husband', I'm looking for 'the one'. I'm looking for the ring. NAME: Harry Cooksley AGE: 30 FROM: Guildford OCCUPATION: Gold trader, semi-professional footballer and model WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? The girl next door that makes me laugh and can hold eye contact with me. I don't think I'd go for the most obvious girl, I like a real sweet girl. CLAIM TO FAME? I'm the body double for Declan Rice. So when he does a shoot, any body close ups will actually be me. You'll never see my face, but you'll see my shoulder or chest, that kind of thing. NAME: Conor Phillips AGE: 23 FROM: Limerick OCCUPATION: Professional rugby player WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?Someone who is really sure of themselves, ambitious, a bit of a go-getter and good craic. I like dark eyes and I don't mind a dominant woman. WOULD MAYA HIRE YOU FOR YOUR FLIRTING SKILLS? Definitely hire. I ask girls if they want to go halves on a baby. It doesn't work, but it gets them laughing. It's an ice-breaker, not a serious question of course! NAME: Toni Laites AGE: 24 FROM: Connecticut OCCUPATION: Las Vegas Pool Cabana Server WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I'm looking for darker hair, definitely muscular but not too muscular. Super fit. Clean hair cut. Someone that can make me laugh - I'm super outgoing. And someone that's quite active. Maybe one day we could start our own family together. I WANT TO DATE A BRITISH GUY BECAUSE... I've lived in three different states and I'm still single. It's time to try something new! I have some British friends and they're pretty charming. I think all Americans love a good accent. British men are just more polite, with better manners. NAME: Yasmin Pettet AGE: 24 FROM: London OCCUPATION: Commercial Banking Executive WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I'm looking for a guy who is fit, has a nice body and who is funny with a bit of banter. WHAT'S YOUR BIGGEST ICK? A guy that's stingy NAME: Bilikis Azeez aka Billykiss AGE: 28 OCCUPATION: Content Creator WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Someone tall who's good looking, but not too good looking, and that's confident, assertive, knows what they want and is serious about me WHAT'S YOUR BIGGEST ICK? Someone who's childish Jamie NAME: Jamie Rhodes AGE: 26 OCCUPATION: Electric Engineer WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Bubbly, cheeky, outgoing, good face card and a nice bum. WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BE? I'll be in amongst the drama! It's a once in a lifetime opportunity, I'm gonna take it by the horns and go for it. NAME: Ty Isherwood AGE: 23 OCCUPATION: Site Engineer WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I go off energy, if we vibe. I've typically dated brunettes, tanned, nice teeth with a nice smile. WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BE? A head turner! I get along with lads easily and like to make people laugh. NAME: Cacherel 'Cach' Mercer AGE: 24 OCCUPATION: Professional Dancer WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Someone who's emotionally intelligent, beautiful, charismatic, caring, affectionate, and I'd say an intro extrovert. WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BE? I think I'm gonna get into trouble, I feel like I'll be the joker of the group! I'll also be the person people come to for advice… and a bit of eye candy at the same time. NAME: Emma Munro AGE: 30 OCCUPATION: Hydrogeologist WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I don't actually have a type. I would say athletic always, I like a man who's in shape, big muscles, six pack, I'm not fussy. WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BE? Honest, straight talking, and direct. NAME: Boris Vidović AGE: 28 OCCUPATION: Model WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I don't have an exact type, if her energy matches my energy, that's what I like. Besides that; a beautiful smile, a nice figure, and a great personality. I want someone around me that I can laugh with 24/7. If she can roast me, I love her already! WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BE? I'm going to be the chilled guy, who likes to have a laugh, I'm a joker. I'm originally from Ljubljana and have lived in Dubai for a while, so I'll bring the international flavour. I give good positive vibes and good energy. ......................................................................................................................... NAME: Angel Swift Angel AGE: 26 OCCUPATION: Aesthetics Practitioner and Salon Owner WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I'm ready to make memories with someone, go travelling with them and fall in love WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BE? I feel like people have been getting their heads turned very easily. I do feel like I have quite a good chance of turning someone's head.
The Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Love Island bombshell Angel secretly dated Towie hunk weeks before entering the villa
LOVE Island bombshell Angel Swift secretly dated a Towie hunk - weeks before entering the villa. Angel, a 26-year-old aesthetics practitioner and salon owner from Maidstone, made an immediate impact upon arriving. 5 5 But before joining the ITV2 show, Angel had a secret romance with Towie hunk Dan Edgar. Dan, 35, who previously dated co-star Ella Rae Wise, competed in Dancing on Ice earlier this year. A friend of Angel's told The Sun: "They were together during one of the May bank holidays in Marbella and spent time hanging out. "They were seen at various events, it was casual dating but they had fun together." Meanwhile a source close to Dan claimed things were never serious. They said: "It was just one date really, and it was after he split from Ella. "Dan was very much single at the time." The Sun has contacted a rep for Love Island for comment. After Angel entered the villa, Ty received a text telling him he'd been automatically coupled up with the newest Islander. The twist unfolded during the Couple of Sorts game, where the Islanders were asked to predict which three boys Angel would find most attractive. Conor was placed third, Harry second, and Ty was voted her top choice. Ty then received a text informing him he had been automatically coupled up with Angel. As a result, Lauren – who had previously been coupled up with Ty – was left single and was immediately sent a text telling her she had been dumped from the villa. Stunned fans took to social media to react to the brutal moment. One wrote: "Lmfaooooo nah they did Lauren dirty." Love Island 2025 full lineup Harry Cooksley: A 30-year-old footballer with charm to spare. Shakira Khan: A 22-year-old Manchester-based model, ready to turn heads. Megan Moore: A payroll specialist from Southampton, looking for someone tall and stylish. Alima Gagigo: International business graduate with brains and ambition. Tommy Bradley: A gym enthusiast with a big heart. Helena Ford: A Londoner with celebrity connections, aiming to find someone funny or Northern. Ben Holbrough: A model ready to make waves. Dejon Noel-Williams: A personal trainer and semi-pro footballer, following in his footballer father's footsteps. Aaron Buckett: A towering 6'5' personal trainer. Conor Phillips: A 25-year-old Irish rugby pro. Antonia Laites: Love Island's first bombshell revealed as sexy Las Vegas pool party waitress. Yasmin Pettet: The 24-year-old bombshell hails from London and works as a commercial banking executive. Emily Moran: Bombshell Welsh brunette from the same town as Love Island 2024 alumni Nicole Samuel. Harrison Solomon: Pro footballer and model entering Love Island 2025 as a bombshell. Giorgio Russo: The 30-year-old will be spending his summer in the sun, potentially his sister Alessia's successful tournament at the Euros in Switzerland. Yaz Broom: Professional DJ from Manchester who appeared on X Factor 2016 in girl group Four of Diamonds. Andrada Pop: Miss Bikini Ireland 2019 winner who hails from Dublin and works as a nail technician and personal trainer. Emma Munro: Harry Cooksley's ex who entered as a bombshell and works as a hydrogeologist. Departures: Kyle Ashman: Axed after an arrest over a machete attack emerged. He was released with no further action taken and denies any wrongdoing. Sophie Lee: A model and motivational speaker who has overcome adversity after suffering life-changing burns in an accident. Blu Chegini: A boxer with striking model looks, seeking love in the villa. Malisha Jordan: A teaching assistant from Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, who entered Love Island 2025 as a bombshell. Shea Mannings: Works as a scaffolder day-to-day and plays semi-pro football on the side. Caprice Alexandra: The 26-year-old bombshell owns a nursery in Romford. Poppy Harrison: The bombshell broke up with her boyfriend after finding out she would be in the villa Will Means: The fourth fittest farmer in the UK according to Farmers' Weekly in 2023 entered the villa as a bombshell Megan Clarke: An Irish actress part of the OG line-up. Remell Mullins: Boasts over 18million likes and 500k followers on TikTok thanks to his sizzling body transformation videos. Alima Gagigo: 23-year-old personal banker from Glasgow who fancies herself as a 'good flirt'. Ryan Bannister: 27-year-old gym hunk who entered the show as a bombshell. Another said: "LAUREN BEING DUMPED THAT QUICKLY IS CRAZYYY." A third added: "THE PRODUCERS ARE RUDEEEE LMAOOOO." Now settled into the villa, Angel has also been getting to know OG Islander Harry. Will Harry remain in his current couple with Helena, or will his head be turned? 5 5
The Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Love Island bombshell Angel in catfishing nightmare as she's advertised as an escort
HOT new Love Island bombshell Angel Swift is facing a catfishing nightmare as a scammer has used her images on an ESCORT site. A string of sizzling hot images from Angel's social media pages have been used to invite customers for a 'peaceful break' and 'professional touch'. 4 4 The snaps show the new arrival, who landed amid the chaos of Thursday night's hoedown party, with her old brunette hair. She's posing in white, ripped leggings, a white bikini and a denim crop top. The wording on the website reads: 'An invitation to relax with peaceful touches. "Take a step into the tranquil atmosphere of the Gulf region with Escort Gunai's escort service. "Reduce stress with her professional touch and discover mental tranquility. Now, meet for a peaceful break.' An ITV source confirmed Angel had been catfished and her images had been stolen. Angel runs her own aesthetics salon in Maidstone, Kent. It comes as the newcomer revealed which villa boy she has her eye on. 'I'd like to get to know Ty and see what he's about." Angel has been single for a year and says she's going into the villa with the hope of finding a serious relationship. New Love Island bombshell Angel has VERY glam jetsetter lifestyle - and is best friends with former Love Island girl She gushed: 'It's an amazing opportunity to make new connections and have new experiences. "I'm ready to make memories with someone, go travelling with them and fall in love.' Before arriving on the show, Angel was asked about breaking up a couple. Love Island 2025 full lineup Harry Cooksley: A 30-year-old footballer with charm to spare. Shakira Khan: A 22-year-old Manchester-based model, ready to turn heads. Megan Moore: A payroll specialist from Southampton, looking for someone tall and stylish. Alima Gagigo: International business graduate with brains and ambition. Tommy Bradley: A gym enthusiast with a big heart. Helena Ford: A Londoner with celebrity connections, aiming to find someone funny or Northern. Ben Holbrough: A model ready to make waves. Dejon Noel-Williams: A personal trainer and semi-pro footballer, following in his footballer father's footsteps. Aaron Buckett: A towering 6'5' personal trainer. Conor Phillips: A 25-year-old Irish rugby pro. Antonia Laites: Love Island's first bombshell revealed as sexy Las Vegas pool party waitress. Yasmin Pettet: The 24-year-old bombshell hails from London and works as a commercial banking executive. Emily Moran: Bombshell Welsh brunette from the same town as Love Island 2024 alumni Nicole Samuel. Harrison Solomon: Pro footballer and model entering Love Island 2025 as a bombshell. Giorgio Russo: The 30-year-old will be spending his summer in the sun, potentially his sister Alessia's successful tournament at the Euros in Switzerland. Yaz Broom: Professional DJ from Manchester who appeared on X Factor 2016 in girl group Four of Diamonds. Andrada Pop: Miss Bikini Ireland 2019 winner who hails from Dublin and works as a nail technician and personal trainer. Emma Munro: Harry Cooksley's ex who entered as a bombshell and works as a hydrogeologist. Departures: Kyle Ashman: Axed after an arrest over a machete attack emerged. He was released with no further action taken and denies any wrongdoing. Sophie Lee: A model and motivational speaker who has overcome adversity after suffering life-changing burns in an accident. Blu Chegini: A boxer with striking model looks, seeking love in the villa. Malisha Jordan: A teaching assistant from Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, who entered Love Island 2025 as a bombshell. Shea Mannings: Works as a scaffolder day-to-day and plays semi-pro football on the side. Caprice Alexandra: The 26-year-old bombshell owns a nursery in Romford. Poppy Harrison: The bombshell broke up with her boyfriend after finding out she would be in the villa Will Means: The fourth fittest farmer in the UK according to Farmers' Weekly in 2023 entered the villa as a bombshell Megan Clarke: An Irish actress part of the OG line-up. Remell Mullins: Boasts over 18million likes and 500k followers on TikTok thanks to his sizzling body transformation videos. Alima Gagigo: 23-year-old personal banker from Glasgow who fancies herself as a 'good flirt'. Ryan Bannister: 27-year-old gym hunk who entered the show as a bombshell. She said: 'That is what's going to happen so it's quite exciting really. "That's what I'm in there for. 'I feel like people have been getting their heads turned very easily. "I do feel like I have quite a good chance of turning someone's head.' Love Island airs on ITV2 and ITVX.
The Independent
5 days ago
- Health
- The Independent
Doctor concerned mother influenced daughter's cancer treatment, inquest hears
An NHS doctor has told an inquest into the death of 23-year-old Paloma Shemirani - who died months after refusing treatment for cancer - that she was concerned her mother could have influenced the decision. The Cambridge graduate refused chemotherapy after being diagnosed in December 2023, and died just seven months later in July - despite a doctor telling her she had an 80 per cent chance of survival if she underwent treatment. Paloma's brothers have spoken out publicly in recent weeks, accusing their mother Kate Shemirani of influencing Paloma into refusing treatment that could have saved her life. Kate is a former nurse who was struck off in 2021 for sharing anti-vaxx misinformation during the Covid-19 pandemic. She has a large following across social media, where she shares anti-medicine conspiracy theories to millions of people online. Arunodaya Mohan, a consultant haematologist at Maidstone Hospital told the inquest on Friday at Oakwood House in Maidstone, Kent, that Kate had raised concerns with experts about the treatment plan seven months before Paloma's death. Dr Mohan met Paloma on December 22 2023 to set out the treatment plan after her diagnosis. She told the inquest she recommended steroids and a PET (positron emission tomography) scan, adding that Paloma 'nodded in agreement'. But soon after that, Paloma told Ms Mohan that she had not made her mind up about the treatment and wished to explore other options. Dr Mohan said that she spoke on the phone with Paloma's mother, saying that she expressed 'concerns' about the side-effects of steroids. Dr Mohan told the inquest: 'I didn't want to discuss with mum because I didn't think it would be helpful to her.' Alison Hewitt, counsel to the inquest, later asked: 'Were there concerns that Ms Shemirani was influencing Paloma?' Dr Mohan replied: 'That's right.' Paloma declined to have the treatment, and when Dr Mohan asked why, there did not seem to be a specific reason, the inquest heard. Ms Hewitt asked Dr Mohan if she questioned Paloma on whether her decision was influenced by anyone. Dr Mohan said: 'She was very confident that it was her own decision and she was not influenced.' Kate advocates for the use of 'natural medicine' to cure diseases, and credits alternative therapies for being cancer free after she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2012, although her tumour was removed through surgery. It is these kinds of conspiracy theories that Paloma's brothers, Gabriel and Sebastian Shemirani, believe led their sister to refuse treatment for cancer. Kate and her husband Faramarz Shemirani have denied responsibility and claimed that 'Paloma died as a result of medical interventions' since her sons made the accusations, the BBC reported. 'My sister has passed away as a direct consequence of my mum's actions and beliefs,' Paloma's brother Sebastian told the BBC. 'And I don't want anyone else to go through the same pain or loss that I have." Paloma began suffering chest pains after she graduated from the University of Cambridge and was later diagnosed with cancers after doctors found a mass in her lung. She was told the cancer could be fatal if left untreated, but that she had an 80 per cent chance of recovery with treatment. Her mother then spent two days with her as an inpatient at Maidstone Hospital, which Paloma's boyfriend claimed could have influenced her decision to reject chemotherapy. Her brother, Gabriel, then began a legal case arguing that Paloma should have an assessment of the appropriate medical treatment for her. However, Paloma died before the case reached its conclusion in July 2024.
