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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Nick Knowles, 62, will tie the knot with fiancée Katie Dadzie, 34, in 'lavish six-figure ceremony in Essex' with whole host of stars slated to attend
Nick Knowles is counting down the hours until tying the knot with his fiancée Katie Dadzie. The lingerie brand boss, 34, and DIY SOS star, 62, began dating in 2021 after they met when their children became friends at a play centre. They got engaged in 2023 and Katie confirmed the countdown was 'on' until their big day in an Instagram post on Friday evening. Now, it has been claimed that the couple are due to tie the knot this weekend in a lavish six-figure ceremony in Essex. According to The Sun, Nick and Katie will exchange vows at high-end wedding venue Braxted Park - where Rylan Clark married his ex-husband Dan Neal in 2015. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Daily Mail's showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. The couple are said to have spared no expense on their special day, which will be attended by a whole host of celebrity guests, including Nick's Strictly co-stars. A source told the publication: 'He's invited all of his famous pals, including his Strictly co-stars so it's going to be a proper showbiz bash. 'Katie's dress is beautiful and is going to blow people away.' Nick starred on Strictly Come Dancing last year alongside the likes of Sarah Hadland, JB Gill, Love Island's Tasha Ghouri and Pete Wicks, though it was Chris McCausland who ultimately took home the glitterball. MailOnline has contacted Nick's representatives for comment. Katie kicked off the wedding celebrations earlier this month at her hen party, where she was joined by close friends Kirsty Shaw-Rayner and Sherene Fuller. The group arrived on a beer bus and then headed through party district Soho wearing Nick Knowles face masks, much to the amusement of Katie, ahead of partying at luxury boutique hotel Karma Sanctum. Katie was later entertained by two buff men dressed as a fireman and policeman as the party carried on into the early hours. Katie and the TV star have been subject to cruel trolling during their relationship, with critics mocking their age difference and financial setup. Speaking exclusively to MailOnline, about the 'gold digger' jibes, Katie admitted they don't get to her as much as they used to because she and Nick know its not true. She said: 'I think at the start, it was probably more irritating, especially for my family. But now those comments kind of just pass over me because we both know it's not true. 'Nick works hard, he has what he has. I work hard, I have what I have and then we buy each other stuff.' Katie continued: 'We're both really comfortable with where we are with that and you will always get it because there's an age gap. 'I know plenty of people who are together and the same age where someone's using the other one for money and they're not happy. 'So as long as I know it's not true and he knows it's not true, I think that's, that's pretty much all that matters.' Nick has an estimated £7.5million net worth but Katie has built up an impressive lingerie brand, having launched Boa Boa in 2022. She has proved to be her own best advert for the brand, modelling the skimpy looks to her 102,000 Instagram followers.
The Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Inside Nick Knowles' six-figure wedding to 27 years younger Katie Dadzie as they prepare to tie the knot THIS WEEKEND
NICK Knowles and Katie Dazdie will tie the knot this weekend in a star-studded six-figure ceremony. DIY SOS star Nick, 62, and 34-year-old businesswoman Katie will say 'I do' at luxury wedding venue Braxted Park in Essex - the same place Rylan Clark married ex-husband Dan Neal in 2015. 5 The Sun can reveal that Nick and Katie have splashed the cash for their big day, with insiders telling us it's set them back six-figures and guests are in for an unforgettable day. A source said: 'Nick and Katie's big day is taking place at Braxted Park, a stunning location in Essex. 'He's invited all of his famous pals, including his Strictly co-stars so it's going to be a proper showbiz bash. 'Katie's dress is beautiful and is going to blow people away. 'Nick and Katie's guests will be treated to delicious food and amazing entertainment - really no expense has been spared.' Katie and Nick got engaged in 2023 after getting together in 2021. They met when Katie's daughters befriended Nick's youngest lad Eddie at a play centre. Katie was accused of being a 'gold digger' by internet trolls when the pair went public with their relationship. But Nick insisted lingerie firm boss Katie was 'wealthier and more successful' than him. Nick has been married twice before. He and first wife Gillian, who share children Tuesday and Charlie, divorced in 2000. He then married Eddie's mum Jessica Moor in 2012, but they split in 2016. Nick is also dad to son TJ from his relationship with dancer Paula Beckett. 5 5
Glasgow Times
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
BBC's DIY SOS in appeal to help Newton Mearns family
The team are set to come to Newton Mearns next month to help a family who have recently suffered a heartbreaking loss. Ahead of the build, which will begin on June 9, they say they are 'urgently' in need of track matting. A statement posted to DIY SOS's Facebook page reads: 'Glasgow, we desperately need your help. We're after track matting urgently for our build. READ NEXT: BBC's DIY SOS calls on Glaswegians to help with a build 'Our set-up starts on June 9. If you can help, please contact diysosglasgow@ The BBC One show is presented by Nick Knowles and has been helping families in desperate situations for the past 27 years by transforming their homes. The trade briefing for the project in East Renfrewshire took place on Wednesday, May 28, with the build dates set for June 11 to 18. The reveal date is scheduled for June 19.
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Nick Knowles, 62, and his fiancée Katie Dadzie, 34, pack on the PDA in snaps as she reveals the countdown to the wedding is ON after celebrating hen do
Nick Knowles ' fiancée Katie Dadzie celebrated the countdown to her big day on Friday as she took to Instagram with a series of loved up snaps. The lingerie brand boss, 34, and DIY SOS star, 62, began dating in 2021 after they met when their children became friends at a play centre before getting engaged in 2023. And after a long engagement their wedding day is drawing ever closer and the pair are looking more in love than ever. Taking to Instagram, Katie shared a series of sweet couple snaps as they packed on the PDA with a cheeky smooch. Katie also shared more memories from her hen do earlier this month as she posed with her friends in Nick Knowles masks. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Daily Mail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. Katie also made sure to show off her sparkling engagement ring as she shared a picture of her hand with a orange Haribo ring as her fake wedding ring. She captioned the post: 'AND THE COUNTDOWN IS ON MR KNOWLES!!!' Katie kicked off the wedding celebrations earlier this month at luxury boutique hotel Karma Sanctum as she was joined by close friends Kirsty Shaw-Rayner and Sherene Fuller. The group arrived on a beer bus and then headed through party district Soho wearing Nick Knowles face masks, much to the amusement of Katie, ahead of partying at Karma Sanctum. Katie was later entertained by two buff men dressed as a fireman and policeman as the party carried on into the early hours. The bride-to-be stepped out for her hen night in a white strapless mini-dress and diamante heels with her brunette locks styled in waves. Katie and the TV star have been subject to cruel trolling during their relationship, with critics mocking their age difference and financial setup. Speaking exclusively to MailOnline, about the 'gold digger' jibes, Katie admitted they don't get to her as much as they used to because she and Nick know its not true. She captioned the post: 'AND THE COUNTDOWN IS ON MR KNOWLES!!!' Katie also made sure to show off her sparkling engagement ring as she shared a picture of her hand with a orange Haribo ring as her fake wedding ring She said: 'I think at the start, it was probably more irritating, especially for my family. But now those comments kind of just pass over me because we both know it's not true. 'Nick works hard, he has what he has. I work hard, I have what I have and then we buy each other stuff.' Katie continued: 'We're both really comfortable with where we are with that and you will always get it because there's an age gap. 'I know plenty of people who are together and the same age where someone's using the other one for money and they're not happy. 'So as long as I know it's not true and he knows it's not true, I think that's, that's pretty much all that matters.' Nick has an estimated £7.5 million net worth but Katie has built up an impressive lingerie brand, having launched Boa Boa in 2022. She has proved to be her own best advert for the brand, modelling the skimpy looks to her 102,000 Instagram followers. Katie revealed her battle with endometriosis has impacted the pictures she posts as she is now on a mission to show off her 'real' figure. Endometriosis is a condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside of the uterus. It can cause pelvic pain, heavy periods, and difficulty getting pregnant. Speaking about how she wants to represent real women Katie shared : 'I've got slightly better at trying to show slightly more real, as in I've put weight on recently so I know I can't just have the better picture of me where I haven't eaten at the start of the morning. 'I've got horrendous endometriosis, so I do bloat terribly but that's the company ethos that it's underwear that's made to fit you regardless of your size.'
Wales Online
20-05-2025
- General
- Wales Online
Nick Knowles says housebuilding plans are a chance to include ‘essential' gardens
Nick Knowles says housebuilding plans are a chance to include 'essential' gardens In an at-times emotional speech at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Knowles described the power of gardens to support people who had suffered trauma or grief, from the death of a child to veterans injured in Afghanistan Nick Knowles (Image: BBC ) TV presenter Nick Knowles has said gardens are "essential" to health and wellbeing, as he called for them to be part of the UK's housebuilding plans. In an at-times emotional speech at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Knowles described the power of gardens to support people who had suffered trauma or grief, from the death of a child to veterans injured in Afghanistan. He also said community gardens, public parks and allotments "knit us together" and give people something in common at a time when everything was being driven apart in a polarised world. The BBC's DIY SOS: The Big Build and its forerunner DIY SOS have transformed homes and gardens of people who have suffered loss or trauma or been affected by disability, turned derelict properties into suitable houses for homeless veterans and created facilities for communities and children. Knowles, who has presented both shows, said with housebuilding high on the agenda, it was a chance to build new homes with solar panels, heat pumps and gardens to help the environment and people. The Government has said it wants to build 1.5 million new homes as part of its plan for growth, and the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), which holds the Chelsea Flower Show every year at the Royal Hospital Chelsea, wants to see new homes built with garden spaces that benefit people and wildlife. Article continues below Describing the value of gardens, Knowles said: "Gardens offer something that no amount of technology can replicate. They slow us down, they connect us to something ancient, something human. "There's magic in watching something grow, in putting your hands in the earth and feeling, if only for a moment, that you're part of something bigger than yourself." "The simple act of tending to or sitting in the garden teaches patience, and teaches care. "You can't rush a daffodil, you can't force a tree to grow quicker," he said before joking that designers at the Chelsea Flower Show had been trying to get blooms to come to fruition in time for the event. "There's great medical and scientific evidence, which, of course, the brilliant people at the RHS have championed for years that gardens are not just nice to have, they're essential for physical health, for our nation's mental wellbeing, for community spirit, for recovery from trauma, even for stopping loneliness. "A garden doesn't just beautify a space, it heals it, and often the people in it," he said. Article continues below "Whether you're growing a prize-winning rose, a handful of carrots, or even if you're fond of a weed that's growing in your garden, you're making the world better, greener, kinder, slower, in the best possible way," he said. "With house building being high in the public consciousness, it's a chance to think that new homes be built with solar on the roof to reduce electricity consumption, ground or air source pumps to reduce fuel consumption, maybe a garden to help the environment and stop us becoming 'neurovores', living on our nerves." While he acknowledged retrofitting green tech and putting in a garden could be expensive in tough times, it was easy to achieve and cost little when building a huge estate of new homes, he argued, and added construction firms were seeing it made homes more attractive to the buyer long term.
