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Daily Mirror
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Mo Gilligan's life off-screen including soap star girlfriend amid 'deadbeat dad' claims
Mo Gilligan is known for his role on The Masked Singer but he's hit the headlines recently amid claims he has an 18-month-old son with a model Mo Gilligan will be known on screen for his comedy sketches and his role on The Masked Singer. The 37-year-old comedian serves as one of four panellists on ITV's guessing game show and its spin-off, The Masked Dancer. Mo became part of the line-up with Rita Ora, Jonathan Ross, and Davina McCall during the second series in 2020 after taking over from Ken Jeong and has remained on the show since. Away from his role on the show and stage, it has been reported that Mo has secretly fathered a child - and currently has another kid on the way. The Masked Singer star is currently getting ready to welcome his first child with current partner Taia Tulher, 28. It comes after Mo was slammed by the mother of his other child, Selina Christoforou. He grew up in Lambeth, South London, reports MyLondon, but unfortunately, Mo's parents divorced when he was five years old, which required him to divide his time between their homes. Mo expressed his appreciation for having both parents remain actively involved in his upbringing, as he said: "I think I've been very lucky. A lot of young black boys don't have a father in their lives. I love it, just me and my mum. Seal invited me to his show at the Palladium - that sounds so weird to say that - so I took my mum." The entertainer gained recognition and became a viral hit after posting comedic clips on his social media platforms whilst working in retail. Mo's breakthrough arrived in 2017 when rapper Drake discovered him. Before the allegations of a secret child, he was in a long term relationship with Sophie Wise. Many will recognise Sophie from her previous role as Carly Bradley in Hollyoaks. She has also appeared in various TV dramas and films - including brief stints in BBC medical dramas Holby City and Doctors. Until a few years back, Mo was living his mother before purchasing a five-bedroom property in North London. He said: "I looked at Surrey, a lot of people in TV move out there, but I work a lot in London so I bought in North London. "I bought a five-bedroom semi-detached house. I'm the first person in my family to buy a property so it's a big deal. A lot of my family and friends will be coming over." From beginning in a customer service role to becoming part of a huge TV show, there's no doubt his salary has increased dramatically. According to Entertainment Daily, Mo's net worth is estimated to be £18 million. Mo never announced he had become a father, but it was thought he met model Selina Christoforou, 35, online and went on to have a baby. A source said: "She found out she was pregnant in May 2023 and it was quite a shock for them both because they'd been fairly careful. She found out she was pregnant in May 2023 and it was quite a shock for them both because they'd been fairly careful. But she wanted to have the baby, despite the fact they weren't actually a couple. Selina went on to claim she knows how few times the star has met his son and insists she kept thinking things will get better for her "unbelievable" son. However, she said she understands you "can't make someone be a dad".
Scottish Sun
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
The Office star announces he QUIT comedy and says it's ‘been an amazing run' as fans beg him to reconsider
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A HUGE star has announced he's stepping back from his comedy career - and fans are devastated. The Office actor and comedian has sent shockwaves across social media by announcing his surprise exit. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 The Office star Craig has announced he has quit comedy for something huge Credit: Instagram/mrcraigrobinson 6 The Office comic has revealed he's quitting comedy to focus on his 'true calling' Credit: Getty The 53-year-old former host of The Masked Dancer has teased fans of his TV and stage departure. Craig Robinson - otherwise known as Darryl Philbin on The Office - says he's hanging up his comedy boots and moving on. The Chicago native posted a video on social media and teased fans with the announcement. He wrote alongside it: "Life update: I'm officially quitting comedy to focus on my true calling. Stay tuned. I'm working on something huge." In the video, he said: "Hey everybody. Just want you to hear it from me. I am quitting comedy, but not for nothing. 'It's been an amazing run, and y'all been amazing and wonderful. 'But I'm following something bigger. So, you know, thank you so much. I love you, and stay tuned.' He added in a second video: "Turns out having a dream and building a business with your friends are two VERY different things. "I can't go into detail just yet, but for real though any help would be huge." Fans commented: "I hope you're doing something in music, bro!! Whatever you end up doing I'm sure it's gonna turn into gold." A second vouched: "This BETTER not be true!!! But you're looking great in the meantime!" A third penned: "Whatever you do it will be sensational." "Now I feel honored to have seen one of your last performances as a stand up comic!!!" exclaimed a fan. "Thanks for some of the best laughs I've ever had. Your charisma is always unmatched," praised another. The multi-talented star landed his first major role on the show and has gone on to appear across film and television in various comedic and presenting roles. The Office ran for 188 episodes, from 2005 to 2013 in the US. Even years later, the show is a fan favorite – and the show's followers were heartbroken when the series left Netflix. Brooklyn Nine-Nine actor Craig began his career as a music teacher but broadened his horizons after taking stand-up classes at The Second City while still in school and his talent soon got recognized. 6 The stand up star has a legion of fans who don't want him to quit comedy Credit: Getty 6 The Office stars Ed Helms as Andy Bernard and Craig Robinson as Darryl Philbin Credit: Getty 6 Actor Craig was a music teacher before finding fame - pictured here performing at a benefit concert in 2016 Credit: Getty
The Irish Sun
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
The Office star announces he QUIT comedy and says it's ‘been an amazing run' as fans beg him to reconsider
A HUGE star has announced he's stepping back from his comedy career - and fans are devastated. The Office actor and comedian has sent shockwaves across social media by announcing his surprise exit. Advertisement 6 The Office star Craig has announced he has quit comedy for something huge Credit: Instagram/mrcraigrobinson 6 The Office comic has revealed he's quitting comedy to focus on his 'true calling' Credit: Getty The 53-year-old former host of The Masked Dancer has teased fans of his TV and stage departure. boots and moving on. The Chicago native posted a video on social media and teased fans with the announcement. He wrote alongside it: "Life update: I'm officially quitting comedy to focus on my true calling. Stay tuned. I'm working on something huge." Advertisement In the video, he said: "Hey everybody. Just want you to hear it from me. I am quitting comedy, but not for nothing. 'It's been an amazing run, and y'all been amazing and wonderful. 'But I'm following something bigger. So, you know, thank you so much. I love you, and stay tuned.' He added in a second video: "Turns out having a dream and building a business with your friends are two VERY different things. Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Latest "I can't go into detail just yet, but for real though any help would be huge." Fans commented: "I hope you're doing something in music, bro!! Whatever you end up doing I'm sure it's gonna turn into gold." A second vouched: "This BETTER not be true!!! But you're looking great in the meantime!" A third penned: "Whatever you do it will be sensational." Advertisement "Now I feel honored to have seen one of your last performances as a stand up comic!!!" exclaimed a fan. "Thanks for some of the best laughs I've ever had. Your charisma is always unmatched," praised another. The multi-talented star landed his first major role on the show and has gone on to appear across film and television in various comedic and presenting roles. Advertisement Read more on the Irish Sun Even years later, the show is a fan favorite – and the show's followers were heartbroken when the series left Netflix. Brooklyn Nine-Nine actor Craig began his career as a music teacher but broadened his horizons after taking stand-up classes at The Second City while still in school and his talent soon got recognized. 6 The stand up star has a legion of fans who don't want him to quit comedy Credit: Getty 6 The Office stars Ed Helms as Andy Bernard and Craig Robinson as Darryl Philbin Credit: Getty Advertisement 6 Actor Craig was a music teacher before finding fame - pictured here performing at a benefit concert in 2016 Credit: Getty 6 In Brooklyn Nine-Nine as Doug Judy with Andy Samberg as Jake Peralta Credit: Getty
Glasgow Times
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Coronation Street star's future revealed after cull on show
Fans of Harriett Bibby, who plays the role of Summer Spellman on the popular ITV soap opera, feared that she would be forced to leave the programme after the exit of her in-show adoptive dad and godfather. Daniel Brocklebank (Billy Mayhew) announced that he would be leaving just months after her on-screen father, Drew Spellman, played by Tom Godwin, was killed off. Coronation Street star's future revealed after on-screen family axed from ITV show However, The Sun has revealed that the Coronation Street star will remain on the ITV show. The 27-year-old has reportedly been handed another 12-month contract by show bosses, despite the "exodus" of cast members over the last year. A source said: "Harriet is a real asset to the show and extremely well-liked. "There is a big story coming up later this month with Harriet and the other younger cast at the centre of it, which will have repercussions for many of the residents." Who is Coronation Street actress Harriett Bibby? Harriett Bibby was born on April 27, 1998 and is best known for playing the role of Summer Spellman on Coronation Street. The character, originally portrayed by Matilda Freeman, made her first appearance in 2017 and is the adoptive daughter of Drew Spellman (Tom Goodwin) and the goddaughter of Billy Mayhew (Daniel Brocklebank). However, after Matilda's exit, the role was recast to Harriet in 2020, according to IMDb. Recommended Reading: Beyond her time on the cobbles, she has also starred in a number of other shows like Brassic and medical drama Doctors. She also had a stint on The Masked Dancer, a short-lived spin-off of The Masked Singer which aired from 2021 to 2022. Coronation Street is available to watch and stream on ITV, STV, ITVX and STV Player.
Irish Independent
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Joel Dommett Sligo Live gig announced
Joel Dommett returns to his stand-up roots with a brand-new show. With glamorous tales from behind the camera and less glamorous anecdotes of first-time fatherhood, Joel remains a charming, exhausted, happy idiot. As one of the most familiar faces on UK television, Joel has established himself as one of the most trusted and beloved presenters. Having fronted five hugely successful series of the smash-hit The Masked Singer, along with two series of its spin-off, The Masked Dancer, and hosting The Masked Singer Live tour across arenas. Joel is also famed for presenting ITV2's I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here: Extra Camp. Recently, he took the reins of the hosting duties for Survivor on BBC One, reviving the classic format with his signature style. He also hosted the Red Nose Day for Comic Relief in 2024, regularly co-hosted This Morning, and made his return to the National Television Awards at The O2 for a fourth year running. Joel has also recently hosted BBC's Live at the Apollo.
