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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Celeb Big Brother's Ella Rae Wise reveals truth of dating life admitting 'It's hard'
EXCLUSIVE: The Only Way Is Essex star Ella Rae Wise has opened up about her love life post-Dan Edgar, and it seems the reality star isn't short of suitors, even if she's not acting on them TOWIE star and Celebrity Big Brother 2025 housemate Ella Rae Wise has opened up about her love life post-Dan Edgar - and let's just say, she's not exactly short of attention… even if she's not jumping at it. 'Babe, the DMs don't stop - but I don't really want to open them!' Ella laughed in an exclusive chat. 'It's hard to know people's true intentions when you're in the public eye. I need someone genuine, especially with what I do - even filming with exes.' Ella, 24, rose to fame on The Only Way is Essex, quickly becoming a fan favourite thanks to her glam style, sharp tongue and no-nonsense attitude. Since her romance with fellow TOWIE castmate Dan Edgar ended, she's been focusing on herself - and it shows. Skincare shoppers race to buy £10 firming Olay cream that was £30 just yesterday Dan and Ella began dating in early 2024 but broke up at the beginning of this year. A few days after entering Big Brother, Ella touched upon her relationship with Dan, who is a decade her senior, and said she gave up trying to change him. 'I was bullied at school, and it used to dull my sparkle,' she admits. 'But now, I've turned that pain into power. Young me would be proud.' The self-proclaimed 'loaf of bread flirt queen' is all about her post-breakup glow-up. 'Take time for you. Know your worth. Don't just serial date,' she advises, possibly hinting at past mistakes. And speaking of Dan... eagle-eyed fans clocked Love Island bombshell Angel, who briefly dated Dan before entering the villa, as the latest woman linked to Ella's ex. Talk about a small world! But Ella's unbothered. She's got bigger things in her sights - Strictly, Bake Off, Stand Up To Cancer - and yes, Celebs Go Dating is firmly on her radar. 'I'd thrive in that kind of situation,' she laughs. 'Like I said in my Big Brother VT - I could flirt with a loaf of bread!' Angelique 'Angel' Swift became one of the new entrants to ITV's long-running dating show this week. The 26-year-old blonde bombshell immediately turned heads when she entered the villa and seemed to hit it off with the 2025 contestants. However, it seems Angel may be shielding a damaged heart, as it has been claimed she had been entering a romance with a reality star before she jetted to Majorca . A report has revealed that Angel had struck up the beginnings of a romance with Dan Edgar - who reality show fans will recognise from Towie. Dan and Angel reportedly got close. However, it seems the romance did not pan out as Angel is now starring on Love Island and looking for romance. Conversely, a friend of Dan told the outlet: "It was just one date really, and it was after he split from Ella. Dan was very much single at the time." And on the topic of Dan, Ella is currently filming with her ex and as the cast went away for filming for 10 days. The pair had to reunite as they lived in the same hotel. Speaking about the latest series and filming, Ella promises the 'drama' is back. She said: 'The last few series focused more on love and friendships. I felt we lost a bit of the original TOWIE drama, but series 6 is bringing it back — OG style.' The series will return later this year.
The Irish Sun
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Mark Wright slammed by fans as he pushes his dad down the pool steps in ‘cruel' prank
MARK Wright has come under fire for pushing his dad into the pool at his mega mansion. The TV star, 38, filmed himself as he knocked Mark Snr, 68, down the steps into the water - as sister Jessica's young son swam close by. Advertisement 6 Mark Wright filmed himself pushing his dad in the pool Credit: Instagram 6 His dad stumbled down the steps into the water Credit: Instagram 6 Jessica's young son was swimming nearby Credit: Instagram Mark Snr could be seen emerging from the water shouting: 'You f**king idiot', as he quickly tried to retrieve his phone that was in his pocket at the time. Former Towie star Mark can be heard laughing hysterically while Jess scrambled to help their dad. He shared the video online but not everyone found it funny and many were concerned for Jess's son Presley's safety. One person wrote: 'Not funny with the steps and the child , could have ended badly.' Advertisement Read More on Mark Wright A second said: 'Not funny at all!! Didn't you see the child close to him! Absolutely shocking and uncomfortable to watch!!!' While a third added: 'Na this was so out of order Mark! not funny at all. He may be fine, however, it could have been so bad.' And a fourth wrote: 'That was not funny, could have had a serious accident.' Jess also commented on the post and remarked: 'The language was frightening lol.' Advertisement Most read in Reality Exclusive Exclusive The family were enjoying the weather from Mark and his wife Michelle Keegan's £3.5m home, which boasts its own swimming pool . Mark is known for his love of pranks and he was hoping to sign his Brassic actress wife up for the Michael McIntyre's Big Show programme on the BBC but he quickly backed out. Mark Wright slammed for 'poor taste' post about planes as 265 killed in horror Air India crash Michael admitted that Mark insisted that Michelle take part in the programme's infamous Midnight Gameshow. In the sketch, Michael surprises a celebrity in the dead of the night in their bedroom. Advertisement The unsuspecting star is then forced to participate in a series of games all from the comfort of their bed. Teasing Mark's plans, Michael said: "I ran into Mark Wright at a golf day and he said: 'You've got to wake up my wife [Michelle Keegan]'... "But then he was like: 'I don't think I can do this, she's going to hate me.' However, Mark soon realised there could be a very dangerous problem. Advertisement Michael recalled: "Then he mentioned that there's some sort of attack dog that sleeps on the bed with them." 6 The family were enjoying a day by the pool Credit: Instagram 6 Mark Snr has appeared on Towie with his son in the past Credit: Getty 6 Mark with his wife Michelle - who wasn't in the video Credit: Getty Advertisement Mark Wright's career timeline Since rising to fame over a decade ago as a reality TV star, popular personality Mark Wright has gone on to enjoy a successful career. The Only Way is Essex (2010-2011, regular): Mark was an original Towie cast member from its October 2010 launch and spanning series 1-3. He left the programme in 2011 but has returned for a handful of cameos. I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here (2011): After leaving Towie, Mark signed up for the famed ITV jungle. He finished in second place behind McFly star Dougie Poynter. Heart (2012-2017; 2019 - present): Mark first joined radio station Heart in 2012, leaving five years later to pursue work in the United States. He made a return to the station in July 2019. Strictly Come Dancing (2014): The star took to the Strictly ballroom in 2014, finishing fourth behind Caroline Flack, Simon Webbe and Frankie Bridge. The Dengineers (2015-2017): Mark was a co-presenter of the children's programme for its first two series. After his departure, later hosts have included Joe Swash and Meryl Fernandes. Extra (2017-2020) : Mark was an entertainment reporter for this US outlet for three years. The Bachelor UK (2019): A revived UK iteration of the popular American dating show. Mark's version of the programme aired on Channel 5. The Challenge UK ( 2023) : Another UK rendition of an American format, this aired on Channel 5 in February 2023. Clean It, Fix It (2024 - present): Mark has joined the popular BBC daytime show from its fourth series onwards.
Scottish Sun
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Mark Wright slammed by fans as he pushes his dad down the pool steps in ‘cruel' prank
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MARK Wright has come under fire for pushing his dad into the pool at his mega mansion. The TV star, 38, filmed himself as he knocked Mark Snr, 68, down the steps into the water - as sister Jessica's young son swam close by. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 6 Mark Wright filmed himself pushing his dad in the pool Credit: Instagram 6 His dad stumbled down the steps into the water Credit: Instagram 6 Jessica's young son was swimming nearby Credit: Instagram Mark Snr could be seen emerging from the water shouting: 'You f**king idiot', as he quickly tried to retrieve his phone that was in his pocket at the time. Former Towie star Mark can be heard laughing hysterically while Jess scrambled to help their dad. He shared the video online but not everyone found it funny and many were concerned for Jess's son Presley's safety. One person wrote: 'Not funny with the steps and the child , could have ended badly.' A second said: 'Not funny at all!! Didn't you see the child close to him! Absolutely shocking and uncomfortable to watch!!!' While a third added: 'Na this was so out of order Mark! not funny at all. He may be fine, however, it could have been so bad.' And a fourth wrote: 'That was not funny, could have had a serious accident.' Jess also commented on the post and remarked: 'The language was frightening lol.' The family were enjoying the weather from Mark and his wife Michelle Keegan's £3.5m home, which boasts its own swimming pool. Mark is known for his love of pranks and he was hoping to sign his Brassic actress wife up for the Michael McIntyre's Big Show programme on the BBC but he quickly backed out. Mark Wright slammed for 'poor taste' post about planes as 265 killed in horror Air India crash Michael admitted that Mark insisted that Michelle take part in the programme's infamous Midnight Gameshow. In the sketch, Michael surprises a celebrity in the dead of the night in their bedroom. The unsuspecting star is then forced to participate in a series of games all from the comfort of their bed. Teasing Mark's plans, Michael said: "I ran into Mark Wright at a golf day and he said: 'You've got to wake up my wife [Michelle Keegan]'... "But then he was like: 'I don't think I can do this, she's going to hate me.' However, Mark soon realised there could be a very dangerous problem. Michael recalled: "Then he mentioned that there's some sort of attack dog that sleeps on the bed with them." 6 The family were enjoying a day by the pool Credit: Instagram 6 Mark Snr has appeared on Towie with his son in the past Credit: Getty 6 Mark with his wife Michelle - who wasn't in the video Credit: Getty Mark Wright's career timeline Since rising to fame over a decade ago as a reality TV star, popular personality Mark Wright has gone on to enjoy a successful career. The Only Way is Essex (2010-2011, regular): Mark was an original Towie cast member from its October 2010 launch and spanning series 1-3. He left the programme in 2011 but has returned for a handful of cameos. Mark was an original Towie cast member from its October 2010 launch and spanning series 1-3. He left the programme in 2011 but has returned for a handful of cameos. I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here (2011): After leaving Towie, Mark signed up for the famed ITV jungle. He finished in second place behind McFly star Dougie Poynter. After leaving Towie, Mark signed up for the famed ITV jungle. He finished in second place behind McFly star Dougie Poynter. Heart (2012-2017; 2019 - present): Mark first joined radio station Heart in 2012, leaving five years later to pursue work in the United States. He made a return to the station in July 2019. Mark first joined radio station Heart in 2012, leaving five years later to pursue work in the United States. He made a return to the station in July 2019. Strictly Come Dancing (2014): The star took to the Strictly ballroom in 2014, finishing fourth behind Caroline Flack, Simon Webbe and Frankie Bridge. The star took to the Strictly ballroom in 2014, finishing fourth behind Caroline Flack, Simon Webbe and Frankie Bridge. The Dengineers (2015-2017): Mark was a co-presenter of the children's programme for its first two series. After his departure, later hosts have included Joe Swash and Meryl Fernandes. Mark was a co-presenter of the children's programme for its first two series. After his departure, later hosts have included Joe Swash and Meryl Fernandes. Extra (2017-2020) : Mark was an entertainment reporter for this US outlet for three years. : Mark was an entertainment reporter for this US outlet for three years. The Bachelor UK (2019): A revived UK iteration of the popular American dating show. Mark's version of the programme aired on Channel 5. A revived UK iteration of the popular American dating show. Mark's version of the programme aired on Channel 5. The Challenge UK ( 2023) : Another UK rendition of an American format, this aired on Channel 5 in February 2023. ( : Another UK rendition of an American format, this aired on Channel 5 in February 2023. Clean It, Fix It (2024 - present): Mark has joined the popular BBC daytime show from its fourth series onwards.
The Irish Sun
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Mark Wright signs up for huge reality show with star-studded line-up four months after becoming a dad
MARK Wright has signed up for a huge reality show with a star-studded line-up four months after becoming a dad. The ex-Towie star and radio presenter is making his return to TV. Advertisement 3 Mark Wright is returning to TV four months after becoming a dad Credit: instagram 3 Mark and wife Michelle Keegan welcomed their daughter Palma earlier this year Credit: Instagram / @wrighty_ A source said: 'Mark has had his hands full being a new dad but he found time to film for the new series of Celebrity Bake Off. 'It's a cause close to Mark's heart as it's all for the Stand Up Cancer charity and he is a big fan of the show. It won't air until next year so fans will have to wait a good few months to find out how he fares in the tent.' Mark and wife Michelle Keegan welcomed their first child Mark is just one of the latest celebrities to sign up to the latest series of Celebrity Bake Off. Advertisement mark wright Hollywood star , who rose to prominence in This Is Going To Hurt, and shot to stardom in , was the most recently announced star. The Sun "Bosses were thrilled to sign Ambika up - she's a fan of the show so loved doing it," a source told us. Former Geordie Shore Vicky Pattison star has signed up to be judged by the likes of Paul Hollywood and . Advertisement Most read in Showbiz We previously revealed that He will joining the likes of Love Island's Other names include , Edith Bowman , and 8 Out of 10 Cats favourite . Mark is returning to TV after first rising to fame on ITV reality series, The Only Way is Essex. Advertisement He starred on Towie for three seasons and was later a runner-up on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here. Before hitting the small screen, Mark enjoyed a career as a semi-professional footballer. He currently hosts a radio show on Heart radio with Olly Murs. 3 Mark will star on Celebrity Bake Off Credit: Instagram / @wrighty_ Advertisement
Metro
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Coronation Street actor ‘splits from TV star boyfriend'
Coronation Street actress Katie McGlynn has reportedly split from her boyfriend, The Only Way is Essex star Ricky Rayment. Katie and Ricky announced their relationship publicly in February 2024, with the couple said to have made things official in October 2023 after meeting on a cruise. With Katie based in Manchester, and Ricky in Essex, the couple committed to a long-distance relationship. Last year, they sparked rumours of an engagement after Katie was spotted wearing a ring on her left hand, though a source later revealed that it was not an engagement ring. Now, the couple have reportedly split, with both stars having removed any trace of each other from their social media accounts. 'Katie and Ricky have ended their romance, they're still friends and want to remain civil but in terms of a romantic relationship, it's definitely over,' a source told MailOnline. 'It was difficult at times for them dating even though they lived miles apart from each other but ultimately it just wasn't meant to be.' Metro has reached out to Katie and Ricky's representatives for comment. Coronation Street fans will best know Katie as Sinead Tinker, who first appeared on the cobbles in 2013. In 2019, the character was killed off in a devastating storyline that saw her diagnosed with terminal cancer. More Trending Prior to her appearance on the ITV soap, Katie starred in BBC school-based drama Waterloo Road, as Scout Allen. In recent years, she has also appeared in Hollyoaks as anti-vaxxer Becky Quentin, who's son Henry was left profoundly deaf after contracting meningitis. View More » Meanwhile, Ricky appeared on TOWIE from 2012 until 2015. He made his acting debut in the 2017 British action film Dangerous Game, and is also a singer. If you've got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing us soaps@ – we'd love to hear from you. Join the community by leaving a comment below and stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage. MORE: EastEnders star Max Murray has very different side-hustle – and it's worlds away from Joel MORE: Ex-Coronation Street star details 'nightmare' after fire destroys her business MORE: Coronation Street star in tears of laughter as she calls out fake news story
