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Daily Mail
17 hours ago
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- Daily Mail
Teddi Mellencamp reveals what saved her from home intruders in terrifying ordeal amid stage four cancer battle
Teddi Mellencamp revealed that her state-of-the-art security system was able to repel the burglars who targeted her mansion amid her stage four cancer battle. The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star, 44, was first diagnosed with melanoma in 2022 and revealed in April that the cancer had advanced to stage four, having metastasized to her lungs and brain—a progression her doctors initially failed to detect. Following the discovery of tumors in her brain and lungs, she began a series of intensive treatments, including surgery, radiation, and immunotherapy. Amid her ongoing health battle, Mellencamp is also navigating personal upheaval, including a recent breakup and her divorce from estranged husband Edwin Arroyave, with whom she shares three children. On Monday, two individuals attempted to enter the Encino, CA property she shares with Arroyave, according to TMZ. The following day she issued a statement on her Insta Stories, confirming that no one was hurt in the attempted burglary and divulging how the robbers were stopped. 'We are grateful that everyone is unharmed. While we are shaken, we are fortunate to have the latest in home security systems which scared off the intruders,' she wrote. 'Authorities were alerted and swiftly responded. We appreciate everyone's heightened concern in light of recent criminal activities in our area, but we are safe.' Law enforcement sources tell TMZ that police responded to a burglary call and rushed to the scene. By the time officers arrived, the suspects had already fled. Authorities believe the individuals had just burglarized a neighboring home before attempting to break into Teddi's property. In August 2020, Teddi bought the impressive 8,550-square-foot estate for $6.5 million. Listed through Mauricio Umansky's The Agency, the home features seven bedrooms, seven bathrooms, a home theater, a basketball court, and numerous luxury amenities. This residence sits farther from Beverly Hills compared to her previous Hollywood Hills property, which she purchased in 2018 for $4.07 million. The attempted burglary follows Teddi's revelation in a conversation with former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills co-star Kyle Richards about why she never requested the scans that might have allowed doctors to detect the cancer's spread sooner. 'When you go to a doctor, you just assume that's it. I'm doing what I'm supposed to do,' she confessed in an interview with Kyle for Glamour. 'At first, I didn't even really do the research on melanoma because I didn't want to know all of the bad things. But there's a difference between self-diagnosing yourself and being an advocate for your own health,' she argued. 'I never really thought about it because I was like, I go to a doctor every three months. Why wouldn't they get me checked?' Teddi recalled. Her advice for others is 'that you've got to plan ahead of time. You don't need to wait until you're sick to do things like life insurance. Have those hard conversations with your family, because you never know when it's going to come.' She urged fans further to 'trust your gut instinct. There was a long time that I wasn't feeling well and didn't go to the doctor. I thought I had migraines, I thought I was going through menopause. I had self-diagnosed myself with 500 things.' Her recent post follows news that Teddi ended her relationship with boyfriend Ricci Rea, recognizing that her current health challenges leave her without the energy to maintain a romantic relationship. Last month, exclusively spotted her sharing a close moment with a new boyfriend, which she later confirmed publicly. Meanwhile, her estranged husband Edwin has remained a source of support during her health battle, though the couple has made it clear that their divorce proceedings are ongoing.
The Sun
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Hollyoaks star ties the knot with long term fiancé in stunning ceremony more than three years after cancer battle
A HOLLYOAKS star has tied the knot with her long-term fiancé in a stunning ceremony. More than three years after her devastating cancer battle, the actress may have just found her happily ever after. 8 8 8 Abi Phillips, 31, was best known for her role as Liberty Savage in the hit Channel 4 serial drama. She joined the cast of the soap in 2010 before departing the show three years later. Over a decade after filming her last scenes, she made her vows to her long term partner Gav in a lavish ceremony in Italy. The former actress said 'I do' in front of her closest family and friends at the very same location the pair got engaged at in 2023. Gav popped the question during a romantic trip after more than 11 years of dating. They went all out for the celebrations as she splashed out on multiple venues, which included a castle. To make the day extra special, activities featured speedboats and the day was topped off with a huge firework display. She took to Instagram as she shared a series of snaps of her incredible day across multiple posts to her 14,000 followers. The happy couple posed in front of a picturesque backdrop as they posed on the balcony of the Villa Cavazza in Modena. They beamed from ear to ear as she flaunted her stunning white lace off-the-shoulder dress. Shock moment Hollyoaks icon returns to soap after a year off screen and there's a twist Meanwhile, the groom opted for a traditional black three-piece suit and bow tie. The post featured a number of photos of Abi and Gav looking every inch the newlyweds as they posed in front of a picturesque backdrop. In the caption, Abi wrote: "Literally having to pinch myself these last couple of days because I can't quite believe that I was lucky enough to marry the love of my life surrounded by all of the most important people in our lives in our dream venues… @gavgilly we bloody it!!! "Our wedding day was the best type of rollercoaster and we wouldn't have it any other way. From Hollyoaks to Hollywood James Corden played a caretaker in the early days of the soap. The former American TV host doesn't have much positive to say about his time on the soap, claiming it was "hell on earth." Since his short-lived time on the show he has gone on to bigger things including smash hit comedy Gavin and Stacey. Rachel Shenton joined the soap as aspiring glamour model Mitzeee Minniver in 2010. Over two years her character was sent to prison, got pregnant and had a number of romantic affairs. Since leaving Hollyoaks she has won an Oscar for best live action short film, The Silent Child. Rachel has also starred in White Gold and All Creatures Great and Small Emmett J. Scanlan played gangster turned anti-hero Brendan Brady. Emmett played the love interest of Steve Hayes, with their romance delighting fans until it turned violent. Since his departure Emmett has appeared in Peaky Blinders, The Fall, Gangs of London and even appeared in Guardians of the Galaxy Emma Rigby joined Hollyoaks when she was 15 as Hannah Ahsworth. Hannah's eating disorder storyline was the first of it's kind on TV while other plots included being caught in a fire, gangland drug dealing and running away. Since leaving the soap in 2010 Emma has gone on to star in ABCs Once Upon a Time in Wonderland as the Red Queen. Other roles include guest appearances in Death In Paradise, Ripper Street and Fresh Meat Nico Mirallegro got his big break with Hollyoaks starring as emo Barry 'Newt' Newton. Nico's main storyline in the soap was developing schizophrenia which culminated in a suicide pact. He left the soap in 2010 and went on to star in My Mad Fat Diary, Our Girl, Rillington Place, The Ark and Common, Penance, as well as the Mike Leigh movie Peterloo and was nominated for a Bafta for his role in period drama The Village. Ricky Whittle used Hollyoaks as a stepping stone to break America. He played one of the soap's resident hunks, Calvin Valentine, from 2006 to 2011 - when he was killed off at his wedding. After leaving the soap Ricky cracked America starring in teen drama The 100 and America Gods. He also appeared in Strictly Come Dancing in 2009. Warren Brown joined Hollyoaks in 2005 for a year as evil Andy Holt. His stint on the show consisted of date rape storylines and a crime spree, before eventually being killed off. After leaving Hollyoaks, Warren became a big hitter in TV playing DS Justin Ripley in Luther, as well as major roles in a number of dramas including Liar, The Responder, Homefront and Good Cop. Wallis Day played Holly Cunningham in the soap for years before leaving. In 2021 Wallis won the role of Batwoman in DC's series, taking over from Ruby Rose. "Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to everyone who made the effort to come all the way to Italy to celebrate with us. We love you so much.' She then ended the post with a message of gratitude to all the team who helped to make her perfect day happen. Abi added: "Also another HUGE thank you to all of our incredible suppliers who honestly now feel like family to us who made our day truly unforgettable." Many of her fans and former colleagues flooded the comments section with well wishes for the pair. Our wedding day was the best type of rollercoaster and we would have it any other way. Abi PhillipsInstagram Her former Hollyoaks co-star Anna Passey wrote: "Congratulations." This was as soap star turned Doctor Who personality Mandip Gill commented: "Congratulations to you both." Another follower gushed: "Congratulations looks like a stunning day and you look amazing." Her lavish ceremony comes three years after The Sun Online revealed how the soap beauty was battling thyroid cancer after being diagnosed aged just 28. The actress revealed her shock at being diagnosed with the disease and vowed to fight it. 8 8 8 8 8
Daily Mail
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Teddi Mellencamp's new lover finally named... as he gallantly steps in when cancer-hit star is tragically placed in WHEELCHAIR
Teddi Mellencamp 's new romance is blossoming as she bravely battles stage four melanoma. And, after several of sightings of the loved-up pair, the Daily Mail can now reveal for the first time that Mellencamp's boyfriend is successful TV producer Ricci Rea, who has been standing by her side throughout her cancer battle.
Daily Mail
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Julian McMahon's ex-wife Brooke Burns smiles in LA... days after his shock death
Brooke Burns was seen smiling in Los Angeles on Sunday. This sighting comes days after her ex-husband Julian McMahon's shock death at age 56. The 47-year-old former Baywatch sensation bared her long legs in a pair of powder blue athletic shorts. She added a short-sleeved pink graphic T-shirt, matching baseball cap, and aviator sunglasses. Burns' casual look was rounded out with a pair of white sneakers and white tube socks with pink stripes. McMahon died on July 2 after a private cancer battle. The exes share 25-year-old daughter Madison McMahon. The 47-year-old former Baywatch sensation bared her long legs in a pair of powder blue athletic shorts Brooke put on a brave face, leaning on her friends during her time of loss. Following her ex-husband's death, the actress paid tribute to him by sharing a photo of him and heir daughter on Instagram. The father-daughter duo smiled while cheek-to-cheek in the image, over which Brooke wrote, 'Rest in peace.' The post was captioned with a single broken heart emoji as fans flooded the comments with condolences. Burns and McMahon were briefly wed from 1999-2001. They each remarried — Brooke to Gavin O'Connor Julian to Kelly Paniagua, who announced news of his death. The Australian-American actor had been secretly battling cancer, Kelly revealed in a heartbreaking statement on Friday. She wrote: 'With an open heart, I wish to share with the world that my beloved husband, Julian McMahon, died peacefully this week after a valiant effort to overcome cancer.' Julian's last public appearance was alongside Nicolas Cage at SXSW in Austin, Texas in March. He had been promoting the psychological thriller The Surfer. Kelly, whom he married in 2014, continued her note by expressing the love Julian had for his fans and those around him. 'Julian loved life. He loved his family. He loved his friends. He loved his work, and he loved his fans. His deepest wish was to bring joy into as many lives as possible,' the widow penned. 'We ask for support during this time to allow our family to grieve in privacy. And we wish for all of those to whom Julian brought joy, to continue to find joy in life. We are grateful for the memories,' she added in her statement obtained by Deadline. Julian made his name on Australian soap opera Home & Away, in which he starred as Ben Lucini from 1990 to 1991. The actor went on to star as Detective John Grant in American crime drama Profiler from 1996 to 2000. The Hollywood vet was best known for his role as Dr. Christian Troy on the FX series Nip/Tuck. He starred alongside Dylan Walsh, who portrayed Sean McNamara in the campy medical drama which ran for six seasons between 2003 and 2010. In 2004 McMahon received a Golden Globe nod for Best Actor in a Drama Television Series for the role. He also won the hearts of viewers as he played Cole Turner in Charmed seasons 3 through 5 from 2000 to 2003 before returning as a guest for season 7 in 2005. And he starred as Jess LaCroix on the CBS series FBI: Most Wanted from 2020 to 2022.
The Sun
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Jessie J reveals regrets over breast cancer surgery and struggles with ‘delayed sadness' amid heartbreaking battle
POPSTAR Jessie J poured out her heart on Instagram as she reached the two-week post-surgery milestone amid her cancer battle. Jessie, 37, previously revealed she doesn't yet know if she's cancer free after her mastectomy. 7 7 7 The musician had the operation a fortnight ago in a bid to beat her breast cancer, yet has now admitted to suffering "delayed sadness and frustration" as the reality of her health situation hits. The Price Tag vocalist told her online following she was creating space to be "angry and sad" and mourn the loss of her breast. Previously mum-of-one Jessie, who was left in tears in a heartbreaking video taken straight after surgery, took to her page for a series of lengthy text posts. Two weeks on, she reflected on her health whirlwind and said: "My experience was when I got diagnosed I went into survival mode. "There was so much going on with appointments … "I didn't really have a lot of time to process what was happening or what was going to happen. "So I'm currently experiencing some delayed sadness and frustration by having time to process what IS happening." The Flashlight songstress continued: "A little disappointed in myself I didn't say goodbye to my old boob enough. Sounds silly but that's where I'm at. "Again thats my journey. I'm sure others felt and did it different. Jessie J reveals she's been diagnosed with breast cancer & will have surgery "But for me I didn't think beyond the surgery. I was just being strong. "Well now I'm here and letting myself be angry and sad and all the things. Just for a few days. Then I will sew some padding in a bra to even them out order some t shirts and crack tf on." Talking about another milestone, she started a fresh slide and wrote: "Had my drain out 2 nights ago. She said breathe in and take a hard breath out. "She whipped that thang out so quick. Woiii oii. Weirdest feeling. Jessie J's cancer diagnosis statement in full THE singer took to social media with a candid video where she revealed her news. She said: "Before No Secrets came out, I was diagnosed with early breast cancer. I'm highlighting the word early. "Cancer sucks in any form, but I'm holding on to the word early I have been in and out of tests throughout this whole period, I just wanted to be open and share it, one because selfishly, I do not talk about it enough. "I'm not processing it because I'm working so hard. I also know how much sharing in the past has helped me with other people giving me their love and support and also their own stories. I'm an open book. "It breaks my heart that so many people are going through so much similar and worse, that's the bit that kills me. "I just want to and just let you guys know it wasn't something I'd planned. But yeah, I'm getting to keep my nipples. That's good. "It's a weird topic and a weird situation, and I know that the press are going to say crazy stuff, but you know, what to get diagnosed with this as I'm putting out a song called No Secret s right before, a song called Living My Best Life. "Which was all pre planned before I found out about this. I mean, you can't make it up. It's a very dramatic way to get a boob job. "I am going to disappear for a bit after summertime ball to have my surgery, and I will come back with massive t**s and more music." "But so nice to have it out after 12 days. Now it's just me and my wonky boobs trying to figure out how to dress until I match them up. "The left one is looking at the right one like 'you ok babe?'" After uploading appreciation posts for her mum, who has moved into her home, and her basketball player partner Chanan Colman, she posed a video showing her wearing a white top. In an unkind caption directed towards herself, she wrote: "Proof of looking like s***. Goodnight." Straight after her operation, Jessie previously admitted she was struggling not being able to pick up her two-year-old son, Sky. Yet she was swiftly forced to clarify she was not "cancer free" after some fans misinterpreted her comments. TOUGH JOURNEY Jessie revealed she had been diagnosed with breast cancer in June with a hugely emotional statement. Incredibly, she went ahead and performed at this year's Capital Summertime Ball in London on June 15. Jessie held back tears as she told the crowd at Wembley Stadium that she was taking a break to "beat breast cancer". 7 7
