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Daily Mail
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Bridie Carter doesn't look like this anymore! McLeod's Daughters star unrecognisable in recent social media post following mysterious absence
Bridie Carter has returned to the spotlight - and looks unrecognisable in her latest social media post. The 54-year-old actress, who rose to fame in the beloved Aussie series McLeod's Daughters, took to Instagram recently to share a selfie with her fans and provide a much-anticipated update. 'I'm sorry I've been so absent,' she wrote in the caption of the post, which showed her with her hair tied back and wearing a subtle smile. 'I'm still here. Just quiet. Working. On lots. 'Can't wait to share. I really, really hope you are all well.' 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. The 54-year-old, who rose to fame in the iconic Aussie series McLeod's Daughters, took to Instagram recently to share a selfie with her fans and provide a much-anticipated update The mental health advocate then weighed in on the state of the world, offering her fans a silver lining. 'The world is pretty crazy right now but there are still many beautiful, perfect things, moments, grabs of nature. Let's hold on to those.' She finished off the post: 'Much love. Much friendship. Many thoughts. Always, Bridie.' Bridie last appeared on McLeod's Daughters in 2009. Looking back at her breakout role, she recalled a rare, behind-the-scenes detail from the infamous 'silo' scene on the hit series which put her in danger in real life. Speaking to Woman's Day magazine, she recalled the iconic scene that aired in season three, where her character Tess jumped into a silo full of wheat to avoid Dave's marriage proposal. Unfortunately, the more Tess struggled, the more she sank into the wheat, with Nick eventually coming to her rescue. Bridie expressed pride in the series, revealing that the scene posed genuine danger on set. 'One of the performances that sticks out for me is the wheat silo scene. There was a trapdoor for me underneath, I could have really got stuck,' she said. Bridie praised the cast and crew, adding they were at the top of their game. 'The stakes were so high and everyone just excelled in that moment. So it's scenes [like that] that make me go I'm lucky to be on that show.' McLeod's Daughters, which followed the lives of five women running a cattle station in the outback, aired for eight seasons on Channel Nine between 2001 and 2009. A few years ago, Channel Nine expressed interest in a reboot.
Evening Standard
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Evening Standard
Burlesque at the Savoy Theatre review: a daft paean to self-empowerment
Here, Antin makes explicit the implicit suggestion that the club is Ali's true family: Tess is her long-lost mother. It takes almost the entire, nearly three-hour running time for this to come out, and then only thanks to the panto villainy of Tess's ex-husband Vince (George Maguire). Ai's flirtation with a dodgy mogul who wants to take over the club has been axed: perhaps it's not wise for American artists to mock NY property developers right now. Aguilera is this show's executive producer.
Daily Mirror
5 days ago
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Dog left unable to eat after being poisoned by polluted river - 'I thought I'd lose her'
"I just want rivers to go back to how they used to be," said Jane Angel, whose dog Tess was poisoned with from her local river A woman whose pet dog caught from a polluted river says she wishes Britain's waterways could go back to how they used to be. Environment Secretary Steve Reed is set to pledge a 50% reduction in sewage pollution in the next five years, ahead of what's expected to be a scathing report into the UK's water industry on Monday. A recent study by the Consumer Council for Water found complaints are on the rise, with around half (53%) of households feeling that what they are being charged is unfair. Jane Angel, 59, from Monmouthshire, told this newspaper her pet dog, Tess - a six-year-old Sprollie - was poisoned with after playing in her local river last month. 'Tess went down to the river Monnow as she usually does - she loves the water, had a drink and a swim,' she said. 'However, later that evening she was being violently sick everywhere and had diarrhoea. The vet confirmed it was E. coli poisoning from the river. 'Tess had to be on antibiotics for three weeks. She wouldn't eat or drink anything, I was worried sick that I was going to lose her.' Jane said she hadn't taken Tess back to the river since, and instead lets her play in a paddling pool in her garden. 'Tess supports me with my mental health and I wouldn't know what to do without her - she's my life,' she added. Ms Angel said she'd heard of four or five other dogs who had also become ill after playing in the river - yet no warning had been issued about the state of the water. She worries that children and holidaymakers visiting with caravans are at risk. 'I just want rivers to go back to how they used to be. I've lived in Monmouthshire all my life and it's never been like this. We used to be able to swim and paddle - but we can't anymore. I'm now worried about kids and other dogs that still go in the rivers." Catherine Fookes, the MP for Monmouthshire said: "The fact that Jane's dog became so incredibly ill is shocking. It's a damning reflection of the Conservatives' failure to protect and clean up our rivers. Fifteen years of underinvestment and inaction have led to this. 'I'm so relieved that Tess has fully recovered. I will continue to support Jane and keep pushing to deliver the changes we need in the water industry - so that people in Monmouthshire, and our beloved dogs, can once again swim in our rivers." In another scandal, residents of Hastings were offered no compensation after a major pipe burst over the May 2024 bank holiday weekend, leaving almost 30,000 without water for up to five days. It was only after local Labour MP Helena Dollimore quizzed Laurence Godsen, CEO of Southern Water, about the outage that the firm reversed the decision and paid residents £50 for every 12 hours they were without water. Nikki, from St Leonards on sea, East Sussex, and her family were forced to move out of their home for over 6 months after sewage water flooded their home due to a failure in Southern Water's mains. The incident caused huge disruption to her and her family, and the home had to be gutted and renovated before they could move back in. Tom Hayes, the Labour MP for Bournemouth East said: 'Water is our most important resource, yet there is unlikely to be any clean water left unless the water companies stop paying themselves huge bonuses and concentrate instead on actually investing to sort out sewage in the sea.'
Daily Mirror
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Tess Daly, 56, shares the secret to what makes her feel like a 20-year-old
The Strictly Come Dancing host lets us into the regime which keeps her looking and feeling young Tess Daly says she has the energy of a 20-year-old... and it's partly thanks to planks. The Strictly Come Dancing host says she does the exercise every day to boost her core strength. She also described her healthy eating regime, but insists she has never dieted. Tess, 56, said: "I'm wearing the same size jeans I was wearing in my 20s, but that's not from dieting, it's from maintaining. I've never dieted, and as a mother of daughters, I've always been very careful not to demonise sugar and not count calories, I refuse to embrace any negative connotation around food because I think moderation is key." Tess is mum to Phoebe, 20, and Amber, 16, with Radio 2 DJ husband Vernon Kay, 51. Posing in her own NAIA Beach swimwear range, she says she cracked the formula to feeling and looking great. She said: "I will do planks in my living room every day because core strength is really important to me at my age now, plus I'm also very tall and do a lot of running around in heels, so I need to support my back. I'm in my 50s, and I genuinely feel I have the same energy as I did in my 20s." Finding joy in singing too, Tess said she has been doing karaoke for its health benefits - but almost suffered an embarrassing slip-up. She explained: "I just get Rihanna on, and sing and dance around the kitchen like a complete fool - it lifts the spirit like nobody's business! "The other day, my teenage daughter, Amber, said to me, 'Mum, you've not gone public with that, have you?', and I hadn't even realised you could join other people on the app to sing and you can also make it public. That would've been a nightmare because trust me, I want to be Aretha Franklin in my dreams, but I'm a very long way from that!" Tess was recently made an MBE for services to broadcasting. She said she's still "pinching herself" about the honour. She told Top Sante magazine: "Being a part of people's Saturday nights on Strictly for the past 20 years is something you never take for granted." Tess previously told how it almost went horribly wrong when she came close to missing the huge news. The presenter has been dedicating much of her time to her swimwear brand, as she adds entrepreneur to her lengthy list of credentials. "I'm working until 11pm every night on my swimwear brand NAIA Beach," she said. "I absolutely love being the co-founder – along with my best friend Gayle who has 20 years' experience in swimwear and the fashion retail industry – because I've always had an entrepreneurial streak and a constant interest in fashion throughout my television career. "We started building our brand four years ago when I couldn't find swimwear that made me feel confident and ticked all the boxes of being flattering and glamorous but also durable and practical. We started small, but it's taken on a life of its own and I really enjoy the creativity of designing for a brand that I'm passionate about."
Business Wire
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Business Wire
Align Technology's Invisalign ® Brand Brings Teen Confidence and Smiles in First-Time Film Collab With Disney's "Freakier Friday"
TEMPE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Align Technology, Inc. ('Align') (Nasdaq: ALGN) a leading global medical device company that designs, manufactures, and sells the Invisalign ® System of clear aligners, today announced a collaboration with Disney's highly anticipated movie sequel "Freakier Friday," which opens in theaters on August 8, 2025. The collaboration will bring Align's commitment to building teen confidence through Invisalign brand product placements, highlighting how the Invisalign clear aligner system offers an effective,* convenient, and modern way to achieve a confident smile. Actress Julia Butters, as seen in Disney's 'Freakier Friday' and a real-life Invisalign clear aligner user, adds an authentic touch to the collaboration through the power of self-expression and confidence with a smile enhanced by the Invisalign System. "This collaboration has been a dynamic way to highlight how Invisalign treatment not only is an effective way for teens to transform their smiles but also seamlessly fits into their lives. " Share "Freakier Friday" is the sequel to the 2003 movie 'Freaky Friday' and follows the hilarious antics of Tess and Anna Coleman as they navigate another body-swapping adventure, exploring themes of self-discovery and acceptance. 'I'm so excited to be a part of this iconic 'Freakier Friday' cast and to partner with the Invisalign brand," said Julia Butters. "For me, feeling confident is so important, both on and off screen. My Invisalign treatment has been such a positive experience, and I love how quickly it enhanced my smile. I hope my experience encourages other teens to consider Invisalign clear aligners and see just how easy it is to achieve their own smile goals.' "Partnering with both Julia Butters, a true Invisalign clear aligner teenage customer, and Disney on 'Freakier Friday' presented a powerful opportunity to celebrate confidence and self-expression in people of all ages, from nostalgic movie fans to new generations discovering the magic of this beloved film," said Kamal Bhandal, Align Technology senior vice president, Global Brand, Consumer and Americas Marketing. "This collaboration has been a dynamic way to highlight how Invisalign treatment not only is an effective way for teens to transform their smiles but also seamlessly fits into their lives. Invisalign treatment also offers the added benefit of better oral hygiene, reinforcing our commitment to helping teens own their confidence that starts with a smile.' Multi-Faceted Brand Collaboration to Drive Awareness and Engagement: The Disney and Invisalign brand collaboration goes beyond product placement, launching a robust marketing campaign designed to engage a broad range of audiences—from Invisalign clear aligner enthusiasts to those discovering the benefits of the product for the first time: Co-Branded Content: A combination of existing movie footage and custom content was shot with Julia Butters to recreate the product placement scene from the movie that magnified the transformative moment when she clicks in her Invisalign aligners to get that boost of confidence she needs. The entire bathroom set from the movie was rebuilt exactly as it was in the original. The content is airing on Disney+, Hulu, social media, online platforms, and in orthodontist offices. Invisalign Product Placement: Invisalign aligners will be featured within the film, showcasing their 'near-invisibility' and ease of use. Organic and Paid Social Media Campaign: Engaging content will be published across Disney, Invisalign brand, and Julia Butter's social media channels, including behind-the-scenes looks, fun facts about the film, and information about Invisalign treatment, optimized by additional storytelling from Invisalign Smile Squad creator partners. Doctor's Office Activation: Printed promotional materials will be available at participating Invisalign clear aligner providers' offices, promoting the collaboration and offering information about Invisalign treatment. Snapchat AR Lens: A Snapchat AR lens that features a Freakier Friday and Invisalign brand experience. Premiere Activation: Creator super stars and Invisalign Smile Squad partners Vidya Gopalan and Taylen Biggs will attend Disney's "Freakier Friday" premiere, to interview celebrity attendees on the red carpet about how their smiles increase confidence and self-expression. Social Media Sweepstakes: Participants can enter to win branded merchandise. *Data on file, Align Technology About Align Technology Align Technology designs and manufactures the Invisalign ® System, the most advanced clear aligner system in the world, iTero™ intraoral scanners and services, and exocad™ CAD/CAM software. These technology building blocks enable enhanced digital orthodontic and restorative workflows to improve patient outcomes and practice efficiencies for over 281.4 thousand doctor customers and are key to accessing Align's 600 million consumer market opportunity worldwide. Over the past 28 years, Align has helped doctors treat over 20.1 million patients with the Invisalign System and is driving the evolution in digital dentistry through the Align™ Digital Platform, our integrated suite of unique, proprietary technologies and services delivered as a seamless, end-to-end solution for patients and consumers, orthodontists and GP dentists, and lab/partners. Visit for more information. For additional information about the Invisalign System or to find an Invisalign doctor in your area, please visit For additional information about the iTero digital scanning system, please visit For additional information about exocad dental CAD/CAM offerings and a list of exocad reseller partners, please visit Invisalign, iTero, exocad, Align, Align Digital Platform, and iTero Lumina are trademarks of Align Technology, Inc. About Disney's 'Freakier Friday' 'Freakier Friday,' the eagerly anticipated sequel to the Disney classic starring Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan, will be released in theaters nationwide August 8, 2025. In the film, Curtis and Lohan reprise their roles as Tess and Anna Coleman. The story picks up years after Tess (Curtis) and Anna (Lohan) endured an identity crisis. Anna now has a daughter of her own and a soon-to-be stepdaughter. As they navigate the myriad challenges that come when two families merge, Tess and Anna discover that lightning might indeed strike twice. 'Freakier Friday' is directed by Nisha Ganatra, and the screenplay is by Jordan Weiss, with a story by Elyse Hollander and Jordan Weiss, based on the book 'Freaky Friday' by Mary Rodgers. The film, which also stars Julia Butters, Sophia Hammons, Manny Jacinto, Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Rosalind Chao, Chad Michael Murray, and Mark Harmon, is produced by Kristin Burr, p.g.a., Andrew Gunn, p.g.a., and Jamie Lee Curtis, with Ann Marie Sanderlin, Mario Iscovich, Nathan Kelly, and Lindsay Lohan serving as executive producers.
