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Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Paul Pogba undergoes career change by launching surprise business after doping scandal
Paul Pogba has moved to Monaco and restarted his footballing journey following a doping scandal that saw him banned from the sport - and now, he's branching out into a totally different career Paul Pogba has launched a luxury jewellery business with wife Zulay as he looks to get his life back on track following his doping scandal. The French midfielder recently signed a two-year deal with AS Monaco, restarting his footballing journey after receiving a ban for failing a drug test. Now, Pogba is eager to put his recent troubles behind him as he launches 'Unbreakable', a luxury collection in collaboration with his wife and jewellery house Elke Berr. Speaking to Var-Matin, Zulay described the struggles her husband has been through as something that created an extremely strong bond between them. She said: "Paul's problems were public. It affected us as a couple. It affected our children. We have been through very tough times, but we have stayed united. This is what we wanted to communicate through the collection: you are not alone in facing difficulties, what matters is getting back up." READ MORE: Paul Pogba to link up with ex-Arsenal star praised by Thierry Henry and who hit out at England snub Pogba was once revered as one of the brightest talents in Europe. He found success at Juventus before returning to Manchester United, winning multiple trophies at the highest level. However, in 2023, the midfielder was initially suspended from playing after failing a drug test, with DHEA found in his system while in his second stint in Turin. More failed results followed, and the Italian side mutually agreed to terminate his contract after Pogba was banned from playing for four years by the Italian Anti-Doping National Tribunal. This ban was later reduced to 18 months, and he was allowed back into the competitive foray by March of this year. It wasn't just the stress of Pogba's drug ban that brought the couple closer together, though. The French international saw his brother, Mathias, sentenced to three years in prison in 2024 - with two years suspended - for attempted extortion of the ex-United star. The former footballer had been accused, alongside five other men, of attempting to extort €13million (£10.7m) from Pogba, and was found guilty last year - despite protesting his innocence throughout. Now, the current Monaco midfielder is trying to put his past behind him and focus on the future with his wife and children, with the jewellery business a joint venture between the two. Discussing their struggles, Zulay said: "Unbreakable isn't just about Paul and me. "It's a shared story – that of a child with their mother or father, sisters, brothers, two best friends. These bonds help us not to be defeated by life's roller coaster. For us, Unbreakable is more than just a jewellery collection. It's a symbol." The collection offers many different styles of jewellery, from necklaces to rings and bracelets, and is available on the Elke Berr Joaillerie website. Pogba and his partner plan to open a showroom in Monaco next September in collaboration with Monte-Carlo Diamonds. The Bolivian model added: "What we went through was seen by many because it was public. But getting back up isn't just about returning to sport, it's about returning to life." As Ligue 1 returns in a week, Pogba will hope his life will remain positive. For now, fans will assume a spot in France's 2026 World Cup squad is a potential pipe dream - but the 32-year-old will be back on the pitch soon enough.
Yahoo
03-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jelena Dokic chokes back tears in tribute to Aussie legend after surprise Logies win
Jelena Dokic choked back tears in a heartfelt tribute to Australian tennis legend Todd Woodbridge after her surprise win at the Logies on Sunday night. The Aussie tennis fan favourite admitted he was 'in shock' after her documentary 'Unbreakable: The Jelena Dokic Story' took out the prize for Best Factual or Documentary Program at the Australian television night of nights in Sydney. A clearly stunned Dokic said she had nothing prepared and despite being given just 30 seconds for her acceptance speech, joked that she'd need 30 seconds just to compose herself after being awarded the Logie. "I'm actually in shock. I didn't think this was possible and I didn't have a speech prepared," an emotional Dokic began. "I said to my Channel Nine team and Todd that we will wing it... I underestimated this one," she continued. The 42-year-old went on to thank those who made the documentary possible, including the production companies and team behind it, as well as Channel Nine for broadcasting her story, and the backing they've shown her since joining the network. The Aussie tennis star's documentary 'Unbreakable', which was adapted from her 2017 memoir of the same name, aired in cinemas late last year and shocked with some of its awful revelations. But Nine's broadcast saw it reach a much wider audience and saw Dokic commended for shining a light on some of the horrific treatment she received at the hands of father Damir. Dokic reached World No.4 and looked to have the world at her feet early in her career, but she was doing it all in spite of physical and mental abuse from father and coach Damir. The 42-year-old has since become a powerful voice in the battles against domestic violence and mental health and her words for survivors facing those challenges resonated with viewers around the country on Sunday night. Jelena Dokic's powerful message about domestic violence "This is not about winning,' she continued. "This is a win for victims and survivors, especially of domestic violence and mental health," she said. "To not just have those stories heard but for them to reclaim their life, to find their voice and not just survive but to thrive. To do what we need to actually be able to talk about it." RELATED: Jannik Sinner triumph could force Aussie coach to backflip on exit call Flood of support after tennis rocked by news about Wimbledon finalist The Aussie fan favourite delivered a poignant message to young women around the country to chase their dreams and not allow others to question their self-worth. "Never allow anyone to take your worth or happiness or smile away," she said. "Believe in your goals and dreams. I am standing here as someone who literally had that dream. I believed in it. I didn't give up on it. If I can do it, you can do it too." Jelena Dokic reserves special praise for Todd Woodbridge But Dokic's most heartfelt message was reserved for Aussie tennis legend and colleague Woodbridge, who said none of it would have been possible without his unwavering support. 'You're my person,' she said as the tears came spilling out. "When I retired 11 years ago, you told me I could be a commentator and speaker and bring my story to life. "I looked at you and said, "I don't know who you're talking about, but you're not talking about me. I was a person who couldn't string two sentences together and had no social skills. You believed in me professionally. I hope everyone finds a Todd like I did.' A beaming Woodbridge was clearly moved as the cameras panned to the Aussie tennis legend in the crowd, before Dokic wrapped up her memorable Logies speech. "You're a massive reason why I'm standing here in every single way. "If everyone can have a father and mentor like Todd, they would be very fortunate. Thank you, thank you everyone."
News.com.au
03-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Jelena Dokic in tears during emotional Logies speech
Jelena Dokic has fought back tears as she delivered a powerful speech at the Logie Awards on Sunday night. The former tennis star stole the show on Australian television's night of nights with an impromptu victory speech at The Star in Sydney. The 42-year-old said she was in 'complete shock' when she walked onto the stage to accept the award for the Best Factual or Documentary Program. Dokic's 'Unbreakable: The Jelena Dokic Story' feature was a popular winner when going up against productions like Channel 7's 'Ego: The Michael Gudinski Story'. After wowing fans with her glamorous look on the Logies Awards red carpet, Dokic delivered a speech many viewers will not forget. The former Wimbledon quarter-finalist's big moment came just 76 days after the death of her estranged father Damir Dokic. The much-loved former world No. 4 tennis player survived physical and emotional abuse from her father and has been an inspiration for many as she manages her childhood trauma. It's one of the reasons her speech was so moving. 'I know you said 30 seconds but I will need at least 30 to gather myself,' she said. 'I'm actually in shock. I didn't think this was possible and I didn't have a speech prepared. 'I want to say a massive thank you to every single person who voted, not just the fans, but the industry. And not because of me. But because the hard stories and the difficult topics need to be told to create awareness. 'This is something that we did not even talk about 10 years ago. Now we have it in books and on screen. 'This is not about winning. This is about a win for victims and survivors, especially of domestic violence and mental health.' 'To every kid and person out there, I will say to every single girl and woman out there, never allow anyone to take your worth or happiness or smile away. 'Believe in your goals and dreams. I am standing here as someone who literally had that dream. I believed in it. I didn't give up on it. If I can do it you can do it too.' Speaking about fellow tennis great — and Channel 9 co-host — Todd Woodbridge was the moment that brought her to breaking point. 'Lastly Todd Woodbridge, you're my person,' she said, holding back tears. 'I say that, and this makes me cry so much, because when I sat down at that table with you 11 years ago when I retired and you said to me that I can be a commentator and bring my story to life, I looked at you and I said to you 'I don't know who you are talking about but you are not talking about me.' 'I was a person who couldn't string two sentences together and had no skills. 'You believed in me professionally. I hope everyone finds a Todd like I did. 'You're a massive reason why I'm here, I'm standing here in every single way. 'I say if everyone can have a father and mentor like Todd they would be very fortunate.' In a speech that went well over the time allowed on the running sheet, Dokic also thanked figures behind the scenes of the production. 'You made this happen. We would not even have sat down at the table to talk about this possibility if it wasn't for you,' she said. 'I can't thank you enough for believing in me and bringing this story to screen because I certainly didn't when we sat down. I said to all of you, 'You really think this is possible?' Thank you for doing that.' TV cameras showed Woodbridge was in the crowd smiling from ear to ear as Dokic gave him a special mention. Dokic has emerged as one of the most cherished figures in Australian sport in her advocacy for sufferers of abuse and mental health. The final message she shared about her father shows how raw the trauma of her abuse remains. 'My father passed away in the late hours on 16.05.2025,' she wrote. 'As you know my relationship with my father has been difficult and painful with a lot of history. 'Despite everything and no matter how hard, difficult and in the last 10 years even non-existent our relationship and communication was, it is never easy losing a parent and a father even one you are estranged from. 'The loss of an estranged parent comes with a difficult and complicated grief. 'It's an end of a chapter and life as I know it.'
Daily Mail
03-08-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Jelena Dokic breaks down as she accepts her first-ever Logie Award: 'I'm in shock'
Jelena Dokic fought back tears as she accepted her first ever Logie Award at The Star in Sydney on Sunday night. The former tennis champion, 42, received the honour for Best Factual or Documentary Program for her documentary Unbreakable: The Jelena Dokic Story. She admitted she was in complete shock over the win, confessing she hadn't prepared a speech and had planned to simply 'wing it' if her name was called. 'Ooh! I know you said 30 seconds but I will need at least 30 to gather myself,' she began, her voice trembling. 'I'm actually in shock. I didn't think this was possible and I didn't have a speech prepared.' 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. 'I said to my Channel Nine team and Todd that we will wing it… I underestimated this one,' she continued. In a heartfelt address, Dokic thanked the production team, Roadshow, In Films and her close collaborators Ivan, Manny and Jessica, crediting them for believing in her story when she initially doubted it would ever make it to air. 'You made this happen. We would not even have sat down at the table to talk about this possibility if it wasn't for you,' she said. 'I can't thank you enough for believing in me and bringing this story to screen because I certainly didn't when we sat down. I said to all of you, "You really think this is possible?" Thank you for doing that.' Dokic also paid tribute to Channel Nine for not only backing the documentary but for standing by her side since she joined the network. 'To Brent and Ben, you took a chance with me on everything seven years ago and really believed in me—not just with the documentary but everything I do. I thank you from the bottom of my heart. You always have my back,' she said. But Dokic's most powerful moment came when she dedicated the win to survivors of domestic violence and those battling mental health challenges. 'This is not about winning,' she said. 'This is a win for victims and survivors, especially of domestic violence and mental health.' 'To not just have those stories heard but for them to reclaim their life, to find their voice and not just survive but to thrive. To do what we need to actually be able to talk about it,' she continued. In an inspiring message to young women, she urged: 'Never allow anyone to take your worth or happiness or smile away. Believe in your goals and dreams. I am standing here as someone who literally had that dream. I believed in it. I didn't give up on it. If I can do it, you can do it too.' Finally, she became visibly emotional as she thanked her close friend and mentor Todd Woodbridge, crediting him with helping her find her voice after retiring from professional tennis. 'You're my person,' she said through tears. 'When I retired 11 years ago, you told me I could be a commentator and speaker and bring my story to life. I looked at you and said, "I don't know who you're talking about, but you're not talking about me." 'I was a person who couldn't string two sentences together and had no social skills. You believed in me professionally. I hope everyone finds a Todd like I did.' Woodbridge beamed from the audience as Dokic concluded: 'You're a massive reason why I'm standing here in every single way. 'If everyone can have a father and mentor like Todd, they would be very fortunate. Thank you, thank you everyone.'
Mint
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Bruce Willis' net worth, family, and future: Who controls his $250 million fortune during dementia care?
Hollywood legend Bruce Willis' health is said to have taken a serious downturn, according to fresh reports. The 70-year-old actor, who was diagnosed with aphasia in 2022 and later with dementia, is reportedly now unable to walk or speak. A report by The Express earlier this week claimed that Willis "is said to have become largely non-verbal and is reportedly experiencing motor difficulties, though his family has confirmed no specific details about his mobility in recent months." The update also stated that the former action star is struggling to recall his days in Hollywood due to the progression of the disease. In a rare public statement issued in April 2025, Willis' family had reassured fans that although the illness is degenerative, his condition was considered stable at the time. Bruce Willis rose to fame in the late 1980s with the Die Hard series and became one of the most recognisable action stars of his generation. He also starred in box office hits like The Sixth Sense, Armageddon, and Unbreakable. At the peak of his career, Willis earned as much as $20 million per film, including for Unbreakable in 2000. It is estimated that he made over $100 million from the Die Hard franchise alone. With a combination of film salaries, royalties, endorsements, and business ventures, Willis reportedly built a net worth of around $250 million by 2019. Willis was married to actress Demi Moore from 1987 until 2000. They share three daughters — Rumer, Scout, and Tallulah — who frequently share family updates and photos of their father on social media. Since 2009, Willis has been married to model and skincare entrepreneur Emma Heming Willis. The couple have two daughters, Mabel and Evelyn. According to Finance Monthly, his estimated $250 million estate is expected to be divided among his five daughters, with Emma overseeing the trust and legal matters alongside professional advisors.
