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Wales Online
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
North Wales Big Brother star's incredible transformation as he confirms a major career change
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 Former Big Brother contestant Glyn Wise has revealed a surprising career shift. The Blaenau Ffestiniog native, who appeared on the show in 2006 at the tender age of 18 and finished as the runner-up in the seventh series, has now become a reverend. The ex-reality TV personality announced his new role on social media, where he has often discussed his faith and participated in religious programmes like Dechrau Canu Dechrau Canmol and Songs of Praise. On Instagram, Glyn declared: "This is Rev Glyn - I'm coming to get you!" He added: "Day 1 as an official Rev! Hard work, praying and studying has paid off - "With God all things are possible" Math 19: 26. Looking forward to follow in the footsteps of the disciples in the book of Acts, spreading the good word across the nations! Diolch yn fawr am yr holl gefnogaeth." He also included a passage from Paul's letter to the Philippians in the New Testament, written in Welsh, at the end of his post. Supporters have been quick to express their congratulations in the comments section. One individual wrote: "Keep spread the love, well done mate." Another chimed in with: "Congratulations father, this is awesome news." Lea Walker, who appeared alongside Glyn on Big Brother, expressed her admiration in the comments section. She said: "Babes you have no idea. Just how proud I am of you. You've worked tirelessly you've worked so hard and I am so unbelievably proud of you," reports Wales Online. "Congratulations congratulations congratulations. I love you with every beat of my heart and I can't wait to see you again next month." In 2015 Glyn was selected by Plaid Cymru to contest the Cardiff Central seat in the 2016 Senedd elections. But he later quit the party after disagreeing with its pro- EU stance. Then in April 2022, he announced he was training to become an ordained minister in the Church in Wales and shared his journey on social media. He shared on social media at the time: "Done it! I'm [sic] been accepted for Ordained Ministry with the Church in Wales. Thank you to everyone at London Church of England for their support and prayers! Looking forward to spread the good word and become Fr Glyn." Despite growing up in a Christian family he said that his time in Asia, particularly South Korea inspired him to pursue his new career. He told BBC Wales: "When I was in Asia, particularly South Korea, I saw that Christianity was growing at a massive scale and whilst I was there I went to church and felt every sermon was basically speaking directly to me. "I wanted to bring the good word back to the UK, well Wales and the Church in Wales, and now I've been fortunate enough to be accepted to go into the ordained ministry - it was a dream come true." Get all the latest Gwynedd news by signing up to our newsletter - sent every Tuesday Find out what's happening near you
North Wales Live
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Live
North Wales Big Brother star's incredible transformation as he confirms a major career change
Former Big Brother contestant Glyn Wise has revealed a surprising career shift. The Blaenau Ffestiniog native, who appeared on the show in 2006 at the tender age of 18 and finished as the runner-up in the seventh series, has now become a reverend. The ex-reality TV personality announced his new role on social media, where he has often discussed his faith and participated in religious programmes like Dechrau Canu Dechrau Canmol and Songs of Praise. On Instagram, Glyn declared: "This is Rev Glyn - I'm coming to get you!" He added: "Day 1 as an official Rev! Hard work, praying and studying has paid off - "With God all things are possible" Math 19: 26. Looking forward to follow in the footsteps of the disciples in the book of Acts, spreading the good word across the nations! Diolch yn fawr am yr holl gefnogaeth." He also included a passage from Paul's letter to the Philippians in the New Testament, written in Welsh, at the end of his post. Supporters have been quick to express their congratulations in the comments section. One individual wrote: "Keep spread the love, well done mate." Another chimed in with: "Congratulations father, this is awesome news." Lea Walker, who appeared alongside Glyn on Big Brother, expressed her admiration in the comments section. She said: "Babes you have no idea. Just how proud I am of you. You've worked tirelessly you've worked so hard and I am so unbelievably proud of you," reports Wales Online. "Congratulations congratulations congratulations. I love you with every beat of my heart and I can't wait to see you again next month." In 2015 Glyn was selected by Plaid Cymru to contest the Cardiff Central seat in the 2016 Senedd elections. But he later quit the party after disagreeing with its pro- EU stance. Then in April 2022, he announced he was training to become an ordained minister in the Church in Wales and shared his journey on social media. He shared on social media at the time: "Done it! I'm [sic] been accepted for Ordained Ministry with the Church in Wales. Thank you to everyone at London Church of England for their support and prayers! Looking forward to spread the good word and become Fr Glyn." Despite growing up in a Christian family he said that his time in Asia, particularly South Korea inspired him to pursue his new career. He told BBC Wales: "When I was in Asia, particularly South Korea, I saw that Christianity was growing at a massive scale and whilst I was there I went to church and felt every sermon was basically speaking directly to me. "I wanted to bring the good word back to the UK, well Wales and the Church in Wales, and now I've been fortunate enough to be accepted to go into the ordained ministry - it was a dream come true." Get all the latest Gwynedd news by signing up to our newsletter - sent every Tuesday Find out what's happening near you
Wales Online
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Big Brother legend looks unrecognisable as he turns to god and becomes a vicar
Big Brother legend looks unrecognisable as he turns to god and becomes a vicar That's Reverend Glyn Wise to you... Former Big Brother star Glyn Wise has announced a rather unexpected career change. The man from Blaenau Ffestiniog appeared on the show in 2006 at just 18-years-old when he became the runner up of the seventh season. The former reality TV star has now taken to social media to announce that he has now become a reverend. The news comes as Glyn has frequently shared his relationship with his faith on social media as well as taking part in Dechrau Canu Dechrau Canmol and Songs of Praise. Glyn shared the announcement on Instagram, he said: "This is Rev Glyn - I'm coming to get you!" For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter He continued: "Day 1 as an official Rev! Hard work, praying & studying has paid off - "With God all things are possible" Math 19: 26. Looking forward to follow in the footsteps of the desciples in the book of Acts, spreading the good word across the nations! "Diolch yn fawr am yr holl gefnogaeth. " He also added a passage from the New Testament, Paul's letter to the Philippians in the Welsh language at the bottom of his post. Content cannot be displayed without consent Article continues below People have rushed to the comments to share their support for the former reality TV star. One person said: "Keep spread the love, well done mate." Another added: "Congratulations father, this is awesome news." Lea Walker, Glyn's former Big Brother co-star even took to the comments. She said: "Babes you have no idea. Just how proud I am of you. You've worked tirelessly you've worked so hard and I am so unbelievably proud of you. "Congratulations congratulations congratulations. I love you with every beat of my heart and I can't wait to see you again next month." In April 2022, Glyn announced that he was training to become an ordained minister in the Church in Wales and shared his journey on social media. He shared on social media at the time: "Done it! I'm [sic] been accepted for Ordained Ministry with the Church in Wales. Thank you to everyone at London Church of England for their support & prayers! Looking forward to spread the good word & become Fr Glyn." Content cannot be displayed without consent Despite growing up in a Christian family he said that his time in Asia, particularly South Korea inspired him to pursue his new career. He told BBC Wales: "When I was in Asia, particularly South Korea, I saw that Christianity was growing at a massive scale and whilst I was there I went to church and felt every sermon was basically speaking directly to me. "I wanted to bring the good word back to the UK, well Wales and the Church in Wales, and now I've been fortunate enough to be accepted to go into the ordained ministry - it was a dream come true." You can read more here. Article continues below
Daily Mirror
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Thief who tried to steal Bridgerton star's phone jailed for 22 months
Bridgerton star Genevieve Chenneour was left shaken after fighting off a teenage thief who attempted to steal her phone at a London coffee shop before she tackled him The teenager who attempted to steal Bridgerton actress Genevieve Chenneour 's phone has been jailed for 22 months. The star, who appeared as Clara Livingston in the third season of the popular Netflix series, was ambushed at Joe & The Juice in Kensington, south-west London. The 27-year-old former Team GB athlete bravely confronted the thief, Zacariah Boulares, after he grabbed her phone off a counter. Dramatic CCTV footage captured Genevieve grabbing him before wrestling him to the ground with the aid of her then-boyfriend, scriptwriter Carlo Kureishi. During the tussle, she reclaimed her phone and hit him with it, later stating: "They didn't expect me to stand up for myself, but I did.' Carlo, son of writer Hanif Kureishi, was assaulted during the scuffle and warned he would be stabbed. Recounting the ordeal at Isleworth Crown Court, Genevieve expressed how "extremely shaken" she was by the February incident. Her victim impact statement detailed her heightened anxiety and reluctance to leave her home, saying: "I am extremely worried I might see both suspects, I felt like I emotionally shut down, and I am anxious to leave my home again." She admitted her fondness for Joe & The Juice but confessed to feeling apprehensive about returning and even contemplating moving away from London due to fear. She also said she was left with concussion and claimed even her dog was 'traumatised'. Echoing her feelings, Carlo shared his own unease, remarking, "I feel like being in a cafe is going to make me feel paranoid and unsafe." Prosecutor Alex Mullen told the court: 'She ordered a drink and sat waiting for it to be made. "While she was waiting, she noticed that the defendant walked past her. Then, a short time after, she heard a sound as if someone was very close behind her. She turned and she witnessed the defendant taking her phone from the counter.' She said Carlo was able to detain Boulares, but was attacked by an unknown accomplice who threatened to 'f** [him] up or stab [him].'* Police were called by Genevieve and other café customers as the drama unfolded. Boulares, 18, from Hounslow, admitted theft and common assault. He also pleaded guilty to stealing a handbag from a diner at Pizza Pilgrims, and a backpack from a blind couple at Five Guys all in Kensington, within ten days. He has 12 previous convictions for 28 offence,s including threatening Songs of Praise presenter Aled Jones with a 20-inch machete during a Rolex robbery in 2022. Aled, 52, was out with his son when Boulares, then 16, told him: 'Give me your f*king Rolex or I will cut your arm off.' After handing over the £17k Daytona, they tried to follow him - only for Boulares to threaten: 'Walk the other way or I will cut your head off.' Boulares served just 14 months of a two-year sentence. In court this week, Boulares appeared in a grey tracksuit and flipped his middle finger at reporters after being sentenced. Judge Martin Edmund said: 'The trauma extends also to his girlfriend. You chose to adopt a systematic lifestyle of preying on those who had more than you.' He said Genevieve was 'seriously affected, experiencing depression and anxiety to the extent that she is considering leaving London.' In court, Boulares was handed consecutive sentences, with five months for a theft at Pizza Pilgrims, seven months for snatching Genevieve's phone, four months for assaulting Carlo and six months for an incident at Five Guys. An application for a criminal behaviour order will be heard on July 9. Superintendent Owen Renowden said: 'His behaviour showed a blatant disregard for others and their belongings, even going as far to admit that he only targets vulnerable people. I commend the determination of officers who brought him to justice.'
Western Telegraph
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
St Dogmaels gears up for a week-long festival of events
St Dogmaels is gearing up for its annual festival week, running from July 12 to July 20. Each day, various local groups, businesses, and organisations will host public events, with a grand festival day on July 19. The fun kicks off on Saturday, July 12, with a football tournament, followed by a gentle cycle ride and a male choir performance at the Abbey Grounds on Sunday, July 13. Monday, July 14, features an Eisteddfod y Gân 2026 Awareness Walk, a coffee afternoon, and bingo. The festivities continue on Tuesday, July 15, with a market, the Llais yr Afon Project, a tour of the Abbey, Mill tours and a festival pub quiz. There is also 2.5km runs on Poppit Sands. Wednesday, July 16, offers a school map and navigation event, a gaming/agility session, and poems on paths, among other activities. Thursday, July 17, sees a footpath association walk, afternoon tea, and a folk night at the White Hart Inn. Friday, July 18, features an open day at the allotments and more poetry. Festival day on Saturday, July 19, promises a parade and family events, live music, crafts, and refreshments. The festival concludes on Sunday, July 20, with a women's five-a-side tournament and a Songs of Praise session at the Abbey Grounds. The festival, organised by St. Dogmaels Community Council, promises a variety of events for everyone to enjoy, from sports and music to food and crafts.
