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Wales Online
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Incredible legacy of music icon Mike Peters to be celebrated in 'funeral like no other'
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 The funeral of much-loved The Alarm frontman, Mike Peters MBE, will take place today (Thursday). Family, friends, music and entertainment industry associates and fans will gather in Dyserth, to say a fond farewell and pay tribute to Mike. The legendary musician and cancer campaigner, from Prestatyn, passed away on April 29 after a brave 30-year battle with cancer. The service will take place at the Parish Church of St Bridget and St Cwyfan, Waterfall Road, Dyserth and will feature 24 speakers and musicians, offering heartfelt reflections, readings, and performances to honour Mike's remarkable journey — from rock star to cancer warrior and founder of the Love Hope Strength Foundation. A big screen will be erected outside the church to allow those gathered outside to be part of the celebration. Around 150 invited guests, many of whom have travelled from the United States, will attend the service along with Mike's widow Jules, 58 and their sons Dylan, 21, and Evan, 18. Dyan and Evan will carry a casket containing their father's ashes to the church. Following an opening prayer, the congregation will sing Stand by Me accompanied by Dylan and Evan on the guitar. Then Welsh TV presenter and opera singer, Rhys Meirion, who himself is being treated for cancer, will perform Anfonaf Angel. Mike's youngest son Evan will perform 'Wonderwall', a song they frequently played together. Long-time friend and collaborator Billy Duffy of The Cult and Coloursound will perform a rendition of 'Fade In Fade Out Fade Away', a tribute that echoes the brotherly bond the two shared. Mike was a proud Welshman and political activist, and to acknowledge this, Rhun ap Iorwerth, leader of Plaid Cymru, will speak in remembrance of Mike's contributions to Welsh culture and identity. Celebrated Welsh singer and campaigner Dafydd Iwan will perform the stirring anthem 'Yma o Hyd', a song synonymous with resilience and national pride — qualities embodied by Mike throughout his life. 'Mike lived as he sang — with passion, courage, and an unshakeable belief in the power of people to make a difference,' said Jules Peters. 'His voice may be still, but his message and music will never fade. 'Mike was so grateful for the love so many people showed him in his lifetime, and we are so grateful for the outpouring of love our family has received in the past few weeks since he died. 'Mike's music will keep us strong, and the community he built for all of us will sustain us. Today is a sad day, but it's also a celebration of his life and the legacy he created. Mike is very much here in spirit.' (Image: Ashley Crowden/FAW) Rev. Gregor Lachlann-Waddell, the vicar at the Parish Church of St Bridget and St Cwyfan, added: 'Every funeral is unique and special, and this will be one like no other. It is an honour and a privilege to lead the service here in Dyserth, the village Mike loved so much. 'The celebration we have carefully curated befits a man whose life was marked by music, resilience, and unwavering hope. While staying true to his Welsh roots, Mike found global fame, and the people who have come to celebrate his life today, many travelling thousands of miles, are reflective of the remarkable life he carved for himself and his family.' Fans are encouraged to share their tributes online and support the continuing work of Love Hope Strength, the charity Mike co-founded to raise awareness and save lives through music. The service will be streamed on The Alarm YouTube channel. Anyone wishing to donate to the Love Hope Strength Foundation can do so via this link Love Hope Strength Foundation - JustGiving Sign up for the North Wales Live newsletter sent twice daily to your inbox Find out what's happening near you
North Wales Live
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- North Wales Live
Incredible legacy of music icon Mike Peters to be celebrated in 'funeral like no other'
The funeral of much-loved The Alarm frontman, Mike Peters MBE, will take place today (Thursday). Family, friends, music and entertainment industry associates and fans will gather in Dyserth, to say a fond farewell and pay tribute to Mike. The legendary musician and cancer campaigner, from Prestatyn, passed away on April 29 after a brave 30-year battle with cancer. The service will take place at the Parish Church of St Bridget and St Cwyfan, Waterfall Road, Dyserth and will feature 24 speakers and musicians, offering heartfelt reflections, readings, and performances to honour Mike's remarkable journey — from rock star to cancer warrior and founder of the Love Hope Strength Foundation. A big screen will be erected outside the church to allow those gathered outside to be part of the celebration. Around 150 invited guests, many of whom have travelled from the United States, will attend the service along with Mike's widow Jules, 58 and their sons Dylan, 21, and Evan, 18. Dyan and Evan will carry a casket containing their father's ashes to the church. Following an opening prayer, the congregation will sing Stand by Me accompanied by Dylan and Evan on the guitar. Then Welsh TV presenter and opera singer, Rhys Meirion, who himself is being treated for cancer, will perform Anfonaf Angel. Mike's youngest son Evan will perform 'Wonderwall', a song they frequently played together. Long-time friend and collaborator Billy Duffy of The Cult and Coloursound will perform a rendition of 'Fade In Fade Out Fade Away', a tribute that echoes the brotherly bond the two shared. Mike was a proud Welshman and political activist, and to acknowledge this, Rhun ap Iorwerth, leader of Plaid Cymru, will speak in remembrance of Mike's contributions to Welsh culture and identity. Celebrated Welsh singer and campaigner Dafydd Iwan will perform the stirring anthem 'Yma o Hyd', a song synonymous with resilience and national pride — qualities embodied by Mike throughout his life. 'Mike lived as he sang — with passion, courage, and an unshakeable belief in the power of people to make a difference,' said Jules Peters. 'His voice may be still, but his message and music will never fade. 'Mike was so grateful for the love so many people showed him in his lifetime, and we are so grateful for the outpouring of love our family has received in the past few weeks since he died. 'Mike's music will keep us strong, and the community he built for all of us will sustain us. Today is a sad day, but it's also a celebration of his life and the legacy he created. Mike is very much here in spirit.' Rev. Gregor Lachlann-Waddell, the vicar at the Parish Church of St Bridget and St Cwyfan, added: 'Every funeral is unique and special, and this will be one like no other. It is an honour and a privilege to lead the service here in Dyserth, the village Mike loved so much. 'The celebration we have carefully curated befits a man whose life was marked by music, resilience, and unwavering hope. While staying true to his Welsh roots, Mike found global fame, and the people who have come to celebrate his life today, many travelling thousands of miles, are reflective of the remarkable life he carved for himself and his family.' Fans are encouraged to share their tributes online and support the continuing work of Love Hope Strength, the charity Mike co-founded to raise awareness and save lives through music. The service will be streamed on The Alarm YouTube channel. Anyone wishing to donate to the Love Hope Strength Foundation can do so via this link Love Hope Strength Foundation - JustGiving
Scottish Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Meghan's a narcissist & desperate to look happy with Harry, her pathetic moodboard's proof, expert slams
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MEGHAN Markle is desperate to show the world how happy Harry is with her through a "narcissistic" mood board, an expert claimed. The Duchess of Sussex, 43, shared a collage of photographs showing memories made throughout her seven-year relationship with the Duke. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 A royal expert branded Meghan Markle narcissistic Credit: The Mega Agency 7 The Duchess shared this post on Instagram Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk 7 Harry and Meghan in love on their wedding day in May 2018 Credit: Getty 7 The photos include Prince Harry with one of his children as well as a baby scan Credit: Instagram In a post on Instagram, the mum-of-two also thanked those who have been by the pair's side. Snaps of Archie and Lilibet were spotted during happy family picnics and activities. One photo appears to show big brother Archie kissing his little sister, while another appears to show his baby scan. Handwritten lyrics of Ben E King's Stand by Me were also displayed, along with what appears to the coat of arms approved by the late Queen when Meghan became a Duchess on her wedding in May 2018. Royal expert Ingrid Seward told the Royal Exclusive Show how the cringey display was over the top. She told The Sun's Royal Editor Matt Wilkinson: "I mean I've never heard of someone doing a mood board for a wedding anniversary, but maybe it does happen now. "But I think it's... Meghan is just so Californian in everything she does. "And that is not a criticism, that's the way they do things. "Probably it's completely normal. But I just think it's... you can look but you can't touch sort of thing. "You know, these are my children but they're tiny, tiny pictures so you can't see them. And aren't Harry and I happy? "It seems to me such a very narcissistic way of doing things to celebrate an anniversary. "Showing it to the world. Surely if they really were as happy as she makes out she wouldn't need to tell anyone. "That's what it smacks of to me." The duchess captioned the post: "Seven years of marriage. A lifetime of stories. 7 Meghan shared a number of loved-up pics of her and Harry Credit: Instagram 7 The couple looked as close as ever at a Beyoncé gig earlier this month 7 Their appearance came after experts claimed the pair were leading increasingly separate lives Credit: Splash "Thanks to all of you (whether by our side, or from afar) who have loved and supported us throughout our love story - we appreciate you. "Happy anniversary!" Other pictures on the board show Harry and Meghan smiling together on a number of trips together. They range from snowy excursions as well as visits to sunnier destinations over their seven years together. Fellow royal expert Hugo Vickers previously told The Sun: "She obviously wants to put out the message that all is well, and that they're a happy and united family, and I guess that leaves the rest of us to make up our minds as to whether we go along with it." However, he said while he wishes the couple no ill-will as they celebrate their wedding anniversary: "It doesn't really say very much, does it? It's sort of more of the same." He added while it appears initially like a "glance at their life... Actually, you don't come away feeling you know anything more or anything better from it". Mr Vickers said while many of the photos seem posed as opposed to wholly natural: "I wouldn't personally be expecting them to put anything more intimate... "Why should they show us them sitting in front of the television? If indeed they ever do, it's just a staged thing." The mood board post followed a loved up display put on by the pair as they attended a Beyonce's concert earlier this month. The Sussexes were seen dancing in a luxury suite worth thousands of dollars at the singer's Cowboy Carter tour in LA. It came as rumours circulate they are living separate lives. Speaking on our first ever Royal Exclusive Live show, Arthur Edwards and Jennie Bond lifted the lid on the power couple's recent time apart. Sun legend Arthur revealed how the pair are 'doing things separately now' after failing to be spotted together in three weeks. Meanwhile Ms Bond, a royal correspondent for the last 35 years, also revealed: "Meghan is not popular. She doesn't want to come back and they are going their own ways, to some extent".
The Irish Sun
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Meghan's a narcissist & desperate to look happy with Harry, her pathetic moodboard's proof, expert slams
MEGHAN Markle is desperate to show the world how happy Harry is with her through a "narcissistic" mood board, an expert claimed. The Duchess of Sussex, 43, shared a collage of photographs showing memories made throughout her seven-year relationship with the Duke. Advertisement 7 A royal expert branded Meghan Markle narcissistic Credit: The Mega Agency 7 The Duchess shared this post on Instagram Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk 7 Harry and Meghan in love on their wedding day in May 2018 Credit: Getty 7 The photos include Prince Harry with one of his children as well as a baby scan Credit: Instagram In a post on Instagram, the mum-of-two also thanked those who have been by the pair's side. Snaps of Archie and Lilibet were spotted during happy family picnics and activities. One photo appears to show big brother Archie kissing his little sister, while another appears to show his baby scan. Handwritten lyrics of Ben E King's Stand by Me were also displayed, along with what appears to the coat of arms approved by the late Queen when Meghan became a Duchess on her wedding in May 2018. Advertisement Read More Royal expert Ingrid Seward told the Royal Exclusive Show how the cringey display was over the top. She told The Sun's Royal Editor Matt Wilkinson: "I mean I've never heard of someone doing a mood board for a wedding anniversary, but maybe it does happen now. "But I think it's... Meghan is just so Californian in everything she does. "And that is not a criticism, that's the way they do things. Advertisement Most read in Royals "Probably it's completely normal. But I just think it's... you can look but you can't touch sort of thing. "You know, these are my children but they're tiny, tiny pictures so you can't see them. And aren't Harry and I happy? "It seems to me such a very narcissistic way of doing things to celebrate an anniversary. "Showing it to the world. Surely if they really were as happy as she makes out she wouldn't need to tell anyone. Advertisement "That's what it smacks of to me." The duchess captioned the post: "Seven years of marriage. A lifetime of stories. 7 Meghan shared a number of loved-up pics of her and Harry Credit: Instagram 7 The couple looked as close as ever at a Beyoncé gig earlier this month Advertisement 7 Their appearance came after experts claimed the pair were leading increasingly separate lives Credit: Splash "Thanks to all of you (whether by our side, or from afar) who have loved and supported us throughout our love story - we appreciate you. "Happy anniversary!" Other pictures on the board show Harry and Meghan smiling together on a number of trips together. Advertisement They range from snowy excursions as well as visits to sunnier destinations over their seven years together. Fellow royal expert Hugo Vickers previously told The Sun: "She obviously wants to put out the message that all is well, and that they're a happy and united family, and I guess that leaves the rest of us to make up our minds as to whether we go along with it." However, he said while he wishes the couple no ill-will as they celebrate their wedding anniversary: "It doesn't really say very much, does it? It's sort of more of the same." He added while it appears initially like a "glance at their life... Actually, you don't come away feeling you know anything more or anything better from it". Advertisement Mr Vickers said while many of the photos seem posed as opposed to wholly natural: "I wouldn't personally be expecting them to put anything more intimate... "Why should they show us them sitting in front of the television? If indeed they ever do, it's just a staged thing." The mood board post followed The Sussexes were seen dancing in a luxury suite worth thousands of dollars at the singer's Advertisement It came as rumours circulate Speaking on our first ever Royal Exclusive Live show, Arthur Edwards and Jennie Bond lifted the lid on the power couple's recent time apart. Sun legend Arthur revealed how the pair are 'doing things separately now' after failing to be spotted together in three weeks. Meanwhile Ms Bond, a royal correspondent for the last 35 years, also revealed: "Meghan is not popular. She doesn't want to come back and they are going their own ways, to some extent". Advertisement Meghan Markle ALWAYS rejects her friends when things don't go her way By Summer Raemason MEGHAN Markle always rejects her friends when things don't go her way, a royal expert has claimed. In the very same way, Meghan also "dumped" the royal family when things It comes after reports claimed Meghan dropped her former best pal Edward Enninful after a The Duchess of Sussex, 43, and the former magazine editor were once thick as thieves who bonded over mint tea and "philosophising". The ex-Suits actress said the duo were "like-minded thinkers" after she helped edit an edition in 2019. But insiders told the Royal expert Hugo Vickers told The Sun: "None of this surprises me at all, because we see it the whole time when things don't go her way. She just overreacts. "Clearly in this case with Edward Enninful, she has made something of an enemy, because he then dropped her from something she would have liked to be a part of, and it seems to happen the whole time. "She's very demanding. She's difficult to work with. She has her ideas of what she wants to do, and she doesn't seem to want to listen to anybody else, and that's when you get into a trouble." Mr Vickers also highlighted how many people are now removed from Meghan's life, from ex-husbands to close pals. She is Her shocking claims surrounding the Royal Family since quitting the UK in 2020, from her And "There is a theme which runs through all this is that she's always rejecting people, or indeed, falls out with," said Mr Vickers. "Her father for one, who was very good to her when she was growing up, her first husband just gets dumped, her Canadian chef lover in Canada, dumped as well. "Jessica Mulroney, her great friend in Canada, dumped, the entire British Royal family, and apart from her mother, all her own family." He dubbed the reported fall out with Enninful a "normal theme" and added "everything she does seems to go wrong".
The Advertiser
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Advertiser
Meghan's wedding anniversary tribute to Prince Harry
Meghan Markle has paid tribute to Prince Harry for giving her "a lifetime of stories" as the couple mark their seventh wedding anniversary. Meghan shared on Instagram a mood board which included pictures of their children Archie and Lilibet. "Seven years of marriage. A lifetime of stories. Thanks to all of you (whether by our side, or from afar) who have loved and supported us throughout our love story – we appreciate you. Happy anniversary!," she captioned the post. The photos spanned the couple's time together – from early selfies in London to private moments such as Archie's ultrasound scan and their trip to Botswana for their second date. The board featured snaps from their wedding day, as well as a handwritten lyric sheet of Ben E King's song Stand by Me, which was performed at their ceremony in St George's Chapel. Among other photos was a previously unseen picture of Meghan's coat of arms, designed in collaboration with the College of Arms and approved by the late Queen Elizabeth when Meghan became a duchess upon marrying Harry. The post also had images of Archie, now six, and Princess Lilibet, who turned three on Monday. There were also snapshots of family life at their LA home, including a tea party in the garden. Reflecting on their wedding day, Meghan once said: "Let's call this a modern fairytale. Once upon a time, there was a girl from L.A.. "Some people called her an actress. And there was a guy from London. Some people called him a prince. All of those people didn't fully get it. "Because this is the love story of a boy and a girl who were meant to be together." Meghan Markle has paid tribute to Prince Harry for giving her "a lifetime of stories" as the couple mark their seventh wedding anniversary. Meghan shared on Instagram a mood board which included pictures of their children Archie and Lilibet. "Seven years of marriage. A lifetime of stories. Thanks to all of you (whether by our side, or from afar) who have loved and supported us throughout our love story – we appreciate you. Happy anniversary!," she captioned the post. The photos spanned the couple's time together – from early selfies in London to private moments such as Archie's ultrasound scan and their trip to Botswana for their second date. The board featured snaps from their wedding day, as well as a handwritten lyric sheet of Ben E King's song Stand by Me, which was performed at their ceremony in St George's Chapel. Among other photos was a previously unseen picture of Meghan's coat of arms, designed in collaboration with the College of Arms and approved by the late Queen Elizabeth when Meghan became a duchess upon marrying Harry. The post also had images of Archie, now six, and Princess Lilibet, who turned three on Monday. There were also snapshots of family life at their LA home, including a tea party in the garden. Reflecting on their wedding day, Meghan once said: "Let's call this a modern fairytale. Once upon a time, there was a girl from L.A.. "Some people called her an actress. And there was a guy from London. Some people called him a prince. All of those people didn't fully get it. "Because this is the love story of a boy and a girl who were meant to be together." Meghan Markle has paid tribute to Prince Harry for giving her "a lifetime of stories" as the couple mark their seventh wedding anniversary. Meghan shared on Instagram a mood board which included pictures of their children Archie and Lilibet. "Seven years of marriage. A lifetime of stories. Thanks to all of you (whether by our side, or from afar) who have loved and supported us throughout our love story – we appreciate you. Happy anniversary!," she captioned the post. The photos spanned the couple's time together – from early selfies in London to private moments such as Archie's ultrasound scan and their trip to Botswana for their second date. The board featured snaps from their wedding day, as well as a handwritten lyric sheet of Ben E King's song Stand by Me, which was performed at their ceremony in St George's Chapel. Among other photos was a previously unseen picture of Meghan's coat of arms, designed in collaboration with the College of Arms and approved by the late Queen Elizabeth when Meghan became a duchess upon marrying Harry. The post also had images of Archie, now six, and Princess Lilibet, who turned three on Monday. There were also snapshots of family life at their LA home, including a tea party in the garden. Reflecting on their wedding day, Meghan once said: "Let's call this a modern fairytale. Once upon a time, there was a girl from L.A.. "Some people called her an actress. And there was a guy from London. Some people called him a prince. All of those people didn't fully get it. "Because this is the love story of a boy and a girl who were meant to be together." Meghan Markle has paid tribute to Prince Harry for giving her "a lifetime of stories" as the couple mark their seventh wedding anniversary. Meghan shared on Instagram a mood board which included pictures of their children Archie and Lilibet. "Seven years of marriage. A lifetime of stories. Thanks to all of you (whether by our side, or from afar) who have loved and supported us throughout our love story – we appreciate you. Happy anniversary!," she captioned the post. The photos spanned the couple's time together – from early selfies in London to private moments such as Archie's ultrasound scan and their trip to Botswana for their second date. The board featured snaps from their wedding day, as well as a handwritten lyric sheet of Ben E King's song Stand by Me, which was performed at their ceremony in St George's Chapel. Among other photos was a previously unseen picture of Meghan's coat of arms, designed in collaboration with the College of Arms and approved by the late Queen Elizabeth when Meghan became a duchess upon marrying Harry. The post also had images of Archie, now six, and Princess Lilibet, who turned three on Monday. There were also snapshots of family life at their LA home, including a tea party in the garden. Reflecting on their wedding day, Meghan once said: "Let's call this a modern fairytale. Once upon a time, there was a girl from L.A.. "Some people called her an actress. And there was a guy from London. Some people called him a prince. All of those people didn't fully get it. "Because this is the love story of a boy and a girl who were meant to be together."
