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Alexandra Burke admits baby dream on hold as she sets sights on intense challenge
Alexandra Burke admits baby dream on hold as she sets sights on intense challenge

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Alexandra Burke admits baby dream on hold as she sets sights on intense challenge

EXCLUSIVE: Mum-of-two Alexandra Burke shares future plans with footballer partner Darren Randolph, but the chart-topper has set out her priorities Singer Alexandra Burke knows what she wants out of life – it involves getting fit and expanding her family. The X Factor winner, who is already a mum of two, can't wait to have more kids with her fiancé, footballer Darren Randolph. ‌ But first, the 36-year-old wants to run two marathons. Alexandra says: 'I'm going to do London next year and, by the grace of God, New York. And then think about more children. I'm desperate for more – we'd love four – but we're good with whatever the universe gives us because we're very lucky to even have two. ‌ 'We'd love to try, but just not right now… we're fitness freaks at the minute. I'm loving work and enjoying just being a mum and an actress.' ‌ The former X Factor winner says her health came into focus eight years ago when she lost her mum, the Soul II Soul singer Melissa Bell at the age of 53. She was diabetic and suffered kidney failure. Alexandra says that taking care of herself became even more of a priority after the arrival of her children, aged three and two. She and Darren have never publicly shared their names or gender in a bid to help keep them out of the limelight. Alexandra says: 'I've always been in the fitness mindset. As long as I can be healthy and strong for my kids, nothing else matters. I feel your health is your wealth and you've just got to take care of stuff as much as you can. We live in a world where you hear about so much negativity. If there's one thing we all can control, it's what we put in our bodies, how much we move our bodies, create great endorphins and just try and find happiness in every thing that we try and do.' ‌ Having run the London Marathon this year, Alexandra caught the bug. 'Marathons come first now,' she says. 'Running gives me so much joy. I only ran 10k once in lockdown or would just do 5k on the treadmill. Now I do nine miles.' The star has also set herself another fitness goal – the notoriously tough Hyrox challenge, which tests endurance and strength. Alexandra will be doing it alongside Middlesbrough FC goalkeeper Darren, 38. She reckons that couples who train together really do stay together, revealing that their exercise sessions have further cemented their already strong relationship. ‌ Alexandra adds: 'Darren's an athlete… know what I mean? I've got to keep up with him. He pushes me and goes, 'Alex, come on… you're the one that's always optimistic, positive. You're having a bit of a low day today, but we'll just go out for a run together'.' Working out with Darren has transformed Alexandra's body shape – and she believes that for her, exercise is a much better weight-loss option than fat jabs. She says: 'It's your body, your choice. But my choice is to make sure my a*** is in that gym and I'm running.' ‌ Also keeping her blood pumping is her upcoming role as Morticia in The Addams Family musical tour, which begins this month. But a knee injury she sustained in rehearsals threatened to halt her star turn before it even began. At the Grand Prix Ball for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Alexandra said: 'I injured myself a few weeks ago with a suspected torn meniscus. The MRI came back and it wasn't torn… it would've been awful. I'm still able to do the show.' As well as her X Factor success in 2008, Alexandra finished as a runner-up on Strictly Come Dancing in 2017 with her pro partner Gorka Marquez, had a No.1 album in 2009 and has starred in the West End stage shows The Bodyguard and Sister Act. The Londoner has also just made her on-screen acting debut in the new Paramount+ crime drama Curfew, alongside Cutting It star Sarah Parish. And as well as those marathons and babies, she has set her sights on Hollywood's bright lights. 'I'd love something in the Avengers, I'm not going to lie,' she admits. 'I want to be Wakanda! Nobody is hearing about Wakanda so I'm going to keep putting that in the universe. I'll even shave my head for it.'

Rylan Clark gives update on mum Linda's health after latest hospital dash
Rylan Clark gives update on mum Linda's health after latest hospital dash

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time2 hours ago

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Rylan Clark gives update on mum Linda's health after latest hospital dash

The BBC Radio 2 presenter missed a show at the weekend to be beside his mum, as he gave an update on social media. Rylan Clark has provided an update on his mum Linda's health condition following her emergency hospital visit last Friday. The BBC presenter missed his Radio 2 show on Saturday to be by her side. ‌ The television personality reassured fans on Saturday morning that she was recovering well. Rylan announced to his followers the good news that she would be discharged from hospital in time to celebrate her 73rd birthday on Sunday, July 20. ‌ He wrote on Instagram, "Antibiotics have worked. Letting her home on orals. So she's home for her bday." He expressed his gratitude, saying, "Cheers, everyone, for your messages. Means a lot. Off sort wheelie bins x." ‌ Previous updates from Rylan didn't disclose the reason for Linda's recent hospital dash according to reports in the Mirror, but he mentioned, "She's all good. Hoping she will be at home for her bday. She's now worried about wheelie bins going out again." The update comes just days before Linda 's birthday this weekend. Although Rylan has remained quiet on discussing too many details on Linda's recent health scare, he assured fans he would keep them updated as "trooper" Linda recovers. ‌ Rylan, who often shares the couch with his mum Linda on Celebrity Gogglebox, first broke the news on social media on Friday. He wrote: : "Mummy Linda isn't well, sadly, so I won't be hosting the show tomorrow." The former Big Brother star went on to thank the medical staff, adding: "Thank you to the emergency team at Princess Alexandra Hospital. Especially Tanya, who really looked after my mum. Will keep you updated as she's on the mend. She's a trooper." He later shared, giving an update: "She's doing really well thankfully. All going good. Cheers for all ur messages." ‌ The popular presenter, who hosts his own Saturday afternoon show on BBC Radio 2, was replaced this weekend by Richie Anderson. Richie, 37, teamed up with former X Factor star Diana Vickers on the programme and reached out to listeners earlier for their "help" before chatting with Diana about her new podcast, Just Between Us. ‌ On Instagram, Richie confirmed he would be filling in for Rylan, telling his followers: "I need your help. So tomorrow I'm sitting in for Rylan on Radio 2 and I'm gonna be joined in the studio by the icon Diana Vickers." He encouraged fans to share their dilemmas, stating: "She's got a new podcast out, relationship agony aunt, so we wanna use her advice skills as we do 'Diana's Dilemmas'. So we want your fun household, family, and relationship dilemmas." ‌ This comes shortly after Rylan announced that his mum Linda had finally joined Instagram, where she quickly gained over 110,000 followers. Last week, Rylan excitedly shared: "So we've finally done it. Linda is now on Instagram." He also said: "Bear with as she gets used to it but give her a follow if you want," adding, "Can't believe this is happening." Days later, Linda took to social media to post an update. Alongside a photo of herself, Rylan, and the Celebrity Gogglebox team, she penned: "Thank you for 100k followers! Still don't really know what it means but Ross is helping me. This is our lovely Gogglebox crew. Luv yas."

Rylan Clark shares health update on mum Linda with fans after hospital dash
Rylan Clark shares health update on mum Linda with fans after hospital dash

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time2 hours ago

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Rylan Clark shares health update on mum Linda with fans after hospital dash

Rylan Clark updated his fans on how his mum Linda is doing after she suffered a terrifying health scare and was rushed to hospital on Friday with him rushing to be with her Rylan Clark has shared an update on his mum Linda after she was rushed to the hospital on Friday. The popular presenter skipped hosting his Radio 2 show on Saturday as he dashed to be by her side, confirming to fans on Saturday morning that she was on the mend. ‌ Rylan confirmed to fans that she would be returning home in time for her 73rd birthday on Sunday, July 20. He shared on Instagram, "Antibiotics have worked. Letting her home on orals. So she's home for her bday." ‌ He added, "Cheers, everyone, for your messages. Means a lot. Off sort wheelie bins x." Rylan had also updated fans earlier on but didn't detail why Linda had been said, "She's all good. Hoping she will be at home for her bday. She's now worried about wheelie bins going out again." ‌ The news comes just days ahead of Linda's birthday on Sunday. Rylan didn't provide any further details on her hospitalisation but told his followers on on Instagram that he will keep them updated as "trooper" Linda recovers. Rylan, who appears with Linda on Celebrity Gogglebox, shared the news in a statement on the platform on Friday. He began by writing in the message: "Mummy Linda isn't well, sadly, so I won't be hosting the show tomorrow." ‌ The presenter continued by telling his followers: "Thank you to the emergency team at Princess Alexandra Hospital. Especially Tanya, who really looked after my mum. Will keep you updated as she's on the mend. She's a trooper." He has since shared an update on Linda. Rylan wrote in a follow-up message later this evening: "She's doing really well thankfully. All going good. Cheers for all ur messages." Rylan hosts his own show on BBC Radio 2 each Saturday afternoon and his replacement for this weekend's instalment was Richie Anderson. ‌ Richie, 37, was joined by former X Factor contestant Diana Vickers on the show and issued a message for listeners earlier. He asked for their "help" ahead of speaking to Diana, who has just launched her Just Between Us podcast. In a video shared on his Instagram Story, Richie confirmed that he is stepping in for Rylan. He told his followers: "I need your help. So tomorrow I'm sitting in for Rylan on Radio 2 and I'm gonna be joined in the studio by the icon Diana Vickers." ‌ Richie requested that fans send their dilemmas, saying: "She's got a new podcast out, relationship agony aunt, so we wanna use her advice skills as we do 'Diana's Dilemmas'. So we want your fun household, family, and relationship dilemmas." The news of Linda's hospitalisation comes just days after Rylan shared that he had "finally" got him mother to have her own Instagram account. Since her debut last week, she's amassed more than 110,000 followers on the platform. Announcing the news last week, Rylan wrote: "So we've finally done it. Linda is now on Instagram." He added: "Bear with as she gets used to it but give her a follow if you want." He added: "Can't believe this is happening." Days later, Linda shared an update. Alongside a photo of herself, Rylan and a Celebrity Gogglebox crew, she wrote: "Thank you for 100k followers! Still don't really know what it means but Ross is helping me. This is our lovely Gogglebox crew. Luv yas."

Love Islander revealed as former X Factor star with incredible link to Beyoncé
Love Islander revealed as former X Factor star with incredible link to Beyoncé

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time5 hours ago

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Love Islander revealed as former X Factor star with incredible link to Beyoncé

EXCLUSIVE: Love Island star Yasmin Broom might have only been in Casa Amor for a short time, but she definitely made a lasting impression - and she's been booked and busy ever since She might have only popped into Casa Amor, but Yasmin Broom made a main character entrance – and left like the icon she is. ‌ From X Factor girlbander to globe-trotting DJ, the Manchester native has been booked and busy since stepping out the villa (literally the next day). While her Love Island journey with Gio didn't end in a fairytale, Yasmin's not letting any man fumble her vibe. With sets for YSL, Prada Beauty and even Beyoncé under her belt, she's proving she's that girl – on and off the decks. ‌ But it hasn't all been glitz and glam. From being the only Black woman in a girlband, to feeling overlooked in the dating scene, Yasmin's kept it real about navigating the industry – and the Island – as a Black woman. Here, she chats to about mic'd-up madness, her dream collab with Rihanna, and why the only 'type' she's entertaining now is husband energy… ‌ Hi Yaz. How have you been? How has life been post-villa? Not too bad, it's been hectic to say the least. Like, literally flew back on Friday and then it's just been go go go since. DJ bookings have come in now—it's crazy but I love it. ‌ How did you get into DJing? I started in lockdown basically. I used to be in a band – Four of Diamonds – and during lockdown we couldn't perform or do anything. So I thought, what can I do? I taught myself to DJ using YouTube. Then when we stopped the band, I was like, 'I need to make some money.' I just went to clubs in Manchester and London like, 'Let me DJ, please!' I couldn't really DJ that great at the time, but they gave me a chance. The first club that gave me a shot was Tape in London. The fee wasn't great, I had to pay for my train and hotel—but I was like, 'You know what, I'll do it.' And it spiralled from there! I started playing for YSL, Prada Beauty, Sol de Janeiro, L'Oréal… What's the most surreal place or brand you've DJ'd for? ‌ Probably Tottenham Hotspur Stadium—for Beyoncé's Renaissance Tour. I'm a massive Beyoncé fan, so when I got that call, I was gassed! So, what made you want to go on Love Island? I tried the dating apps - I met some of my exes on them and Instagram. But men don't really approach in real life anymore. I mean, it didn't work out with Gio, but overall, I did enjoy my time in the villa. It was surreal, and I made some amazing girlfriends—me, Emma, and Rio are planning to meet up when Emma gets out, have dinner and catch up. ‌ You had a connection with Gio - were you surprised he didn't bring you back to the main villa? Yeah, I was surprised. We hadn't had any other conversations that made me feel it wouldn't happen. It was very last minute. But I think he stayed true to himself - if he didn't feel the connection, there's no point forcing it. But you assumed you were a done deal? ‌ 100%! Even the girls were like, 'Oh yeah, you guys are solid.' We were all like, 'You're coming back to the main villa!' But he just walked in alone. Do you think that's a pattern with the boys? Changing their minds last minute? ‌ Yeah, they're not serious. They change their minds so fast—it's like kids in a candy shop. A new sweet comes in and they're like, 'Oh my God!' But then they want to go back to their original sweets again—like Harrison with Toni! You were on X Factor with Four of Diamonds - why did you break up? We were signed to EMI - they dropped us after the first lockdown. We tried again, but we were all spread out—Manchester, Birmingham—and financially, it wasn't viable. So we stopped. ‌ Did Nicole Scherzinger give you advice? She was lovely—we wanted her as our mentor. She called us her favourite girl band! We were gassed but got Louis instead. He was great too. Simon—so nice. Not what you'd expect—really sweet off camera. She told us to block out the noise, do what we wanted as a four. That's stuck with me to this day. You're a Black woman in music. You've said people don't take you seriously as a DJ—how do you navigate that? ‌ It's tough. Some venues don't book me - maybe because I'm a girl, maybe because of my skin, I don't know. But you just know. I go up and down the country with my backpack—no label, no help. Just me. In 2025, that shouldn't still be happening. Do you feel it affects your dating life too? 100%. In the villa, I wasn't anyone's 'type'—you always get that. I even asked Gio if I was his type. He said yes, but still. It's hard. But my husband is out there. ‌ Did Simon ever talk about signing you? No, since he wasn't our mentor. But as soon as we came off the show, Virgin reached out to our manager. They wanted us, and that was the goal—to be signed to a major label. And how did that feel? ‌ Amazing. That was everything we wanted like that was the whole goal, like to get signed a major record label, and they're like one of the greatest, like they helped us so much, like taught me so much as well, like I had so much knowledge from the girl band in my life now, like with DJ. You've worked with a lot of artists — can you tell us who you've collaborated with, both solo and in the band? Yeah! So when I was with the girls, we had songs with Burna Boy, Saweetie, Mr Eazi, Jonas Blue. And then, as a DJ, I've played for Beyoncé, Ne-Yo, Pitbull, Kaytranada, Sabrina Carpenter... ‌ You even performed at Parklife Festival right before Love Island, right? Yes! I did Parklife literally two weeks before I went into the villa. I wasn't sure what was happening with Love Island yet, so I just confirmed Parklife and hoped it would work out — and it did! Who's been the best celeb to work with so far? Probably Ne-Yo. He's really lovely and down to earth. He actually makes time for you. Sometimes you meet celebrities and they're not what you expect - it ruins the perception. But not him. He was great. Who would be your dream person to play for? Rihanna. Oh my gosh. If I DJ for Rihanna, then I'll know I've made it. I'm obsessed! I'd love to DJ a Fenty Beauty event — that would be so good.

Rylan Clark's mum Linda rushed to hospital as BBC star takes time away from the airwaves
Rylan Clark's mum Linda rushed to hospital as BBC star takes time away from the airwaves

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time19 hours ago

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Rylan Clark's mum Linda rushed to hospital as BBC star takes time away from the airwaves

Radio presenter Rylan Clark has announced some sad news as his 72-year-old mum, Linda, was rushed to hospital Rylan Clark has shared the concerning news that his mother, Linda Clark, was taken to hospital this week, just a few days shy of her birthday. He told his followers he will be stepping back from work commitments for the time being. ‌ Rylan, aged 36, said on Friday, July 18 that his 72-year-old mother Linda is unwell and receiving care at an Essex hospital, where he thanked the "emergency team" for their efforts. ‌ He confirmed to his audience that he will not be presenting his BBC Radio 2 show tomorrow. The announcement comes shortly before Linda's birthday, which falls on Sunday. ‌ While Rylan did not elaborate on the reasons behind her hospital stay, he assured his Instagram followers that he would keep them posted on Linda's condition as she recuperates. Known for their joint appearances on Celebrity Gogglebox, Rylan released a statement on Instagram earlier this evening. He said: "Mummy Linda isn't well sadly so I won't be hosting the show tomorrow. ‌ "Thank you to the emergency team at Princess Alexandra Hospital. "Especially Tanya who really looked after my mum. Will keep you updated as she's on the mend. She's a trooper." Rylan later provided an update on his mother's health, writing in a subsequent message this evening: "She's doing really well thankfully. All going good. Cheers for all ur messages," reports the Mirror. ‌ Rylan, the popular BBC Radio 2 Saturday afternoon host, will be stepping aside this weekend, with Richie Anderson confirmed to take over the airwaves. The announcement came today that Richie will fill in for Rylan On Saturday. Richie, aged 37, is set to welcome former X Factor star Diana Vickers to the programme and reached out to his audience earlier for a bit of assistance. He's keen to get listener input ahead of his chat with Diana, who has recently launched her new Just Between Us podcast. Taking to his Instagram Story, Richie shared a video confirming he'll be covering for Rylan. ‌ He addressed his followers, saying: "I need your help. So tomorrow I'm sitting in for Rylan on Radio 2 and I'm gonna be joined in the studio by the icon Diana Vickers. She's got a new podcast out, relationship agony aunt, so we wanna use her advice skills as we do 'Diana's Dilemmas'. We want your fun household, family, relationship dilemmas." This update follows shortly after Rylan excitedly informed his fans that his mother Linda had joined Instagram. ‌ In just one week, she's attracted a following of over 110,000 users. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Rylan announced her arrival on the social media platform last week, saying: "So we've finally done it. Linda is now on Instagram. Bear with as she gets used to it but give her a follow if you want. Can't believe this is happening." Days later, Linda posted an update. Accompanied by a snapshot featuring herself, Rylan, and the Celebrity Gogglebox team, she penned: "Thank you for 100k followers! Still don't really know what it means but Ross is helping me... Luv yas."

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