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Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Billy Joel attempted suicide twice after affair with best friend's wife
In his new documentary, Billy Joel: And So It Goes, the iconic musician recounts a dark chapter of his early life marked by heartbreak, betrayal, and two suicide attempts Music legend Billy Joel has revealed he attempted suicide twice in his early twenties, following a turbulent affair with a friend's wife that left him in a coma. The revelations are featured in the new documentary Billy Joel: And So It Goes , where the 76-year-old speaks candidly about the events that drove him to the brink. The affair began while Joel was living with his bandmate Jon Small, Jon's wife Elizabeth Weber, and their child. Joel and Weber grew close, with Elizabeth describing their relationship as a 'slow build.' She would later marry Joel, with the couple together from 1973 to 1982. Joel, who has recently been diagnosed with brain cancer, eventually confessed his feelings to Small. 'I was in love,' he said. The fallout was immediate and painful. 'I felt very, very guilty about it. They had a child. I felt like a homewrecker. I was just in love with a woman and I got punched in the nose which I deserved,' he admitted. 'Jon was very upset. I was very upset.' The confrontation ended their band, Attila , and destroyed the men's friendship. Weber left, and Joel's mental health deteriorated rapidly. 'I had no place to live. I was sleeping in laundromats and I was depressed I think to the point of almost being psychotic,' he said. 'So I figured, 'That's it. I don't want to live anymore.'' Joel's sister, Judy Molinari, who was working as a medical assistant at the time, had given him sleeping pills to help him rest. 'But Billy decided that he was going to take all of them… he was in a coma for days and days and days,' she recalled tearfully. 'I went to go see him in the hospital, and he was laying there white as a sheet. I thought that I'd killed him.' Even after recovering, Joel considered another attempt. He drank a bottle of lemon Pledge and was rushed to the hospital by Small. 'Even though our friendship was blowing up, Jon saved my life,' Joel reflected. Small later forgave him. 'The only practical answer I can give as to why Billy took it so hard was because he loved me that much and that it killed him to hurt me that much,' he said. Following his second suicide attempt, Joel checked himself into a psychiatric observation ward. The experience, he said, reshaped his life. 'I got out… and I thought to myself, you can utilise all those emotions to channel that stuff into music.' Joel would go on to become one of the best-selling artists of all time but his pain would ultimately become the source of his greatest art. His biggest hits include Piano Man, New York State of Mind, and Just The Way You Are. If you're struggling and need to talk, the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123. Alternatively, you can email jo@ or visit their site to find your local branch.
Daily Mirror
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace devastated over baby loss same week as friend's death
Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace is best known for her TV career after she emerged into the public eye in 2006 when she appeared as a contestant in the seventh series of Big Brother Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace has revealed that she suffered a secret miscarriage the same week as her friend's death, leaving her utterly devastated. The Big Brother star has been dealing with the grief as emergency services were called to her nan's house over concerns for Aisleyne's safety. It was reported that the star's dad and his partner went to be by her side after they were concerned. This comes after Aisleyne went through the deaths of her best friend and nephew. The 46-year-old has been open and honest about the ordeal she has been through. She took to her Instagram to tell followers what she is dealing with and how she feels. She wrote: "Another lost baby. One week ago. 2025. Dead." This came after a series of sad posts about who she has lost over the last year. Alongside a series of snaps of who she has lost, she wrote messages explaining what she's been through. Aisleyne wrote: ""Best friend, brother loyalty... dead 2024, Nephew, real love, baby boy, dead 2024, First born, love of my life, surrogate son, dead 2025, Precious, delicate, baby girl, dead 2025." Aisleyne was left devastated when her best friend Femi passed away in June 2024. Alongside a snap of the duo, she wrote: "Femi, Hyper, but my big brother for 30 years... I am so broken." The reality icon recently went through her dog Charlie passing away in her arms. She told her followers that she held her dog 11 hours after he passed away after refusing to believe he'd died. Announcing the death of her dog. Aisleyne wrote on Instagram: "First pic was 3 hours before you died. I had no idea.... but u did.... thats why u came. U never cuddled me in bed like this... then 1 hour later u died in my arms... I held u for 11 hours, not wanting to believe the truth.... I woke up today.... no more ypu... no pitter patter feet coming to wake my mummy up, no more BEST morning cuddles.... My baby my first born my replacement child gone... died slowly in my arms.... knowing mummy was there, you was safe.... I love you Charlie...." She went on to explain that a vet had advised putting the dog down a month before he died but she was glad she got to have four extra weeks with him before his death. Aisleyne added: "I PROMISE he's had the BEST last month and died so peaceful.... I AM NOT COPING. THIS WORLD TOO FULL OF PAIN. MUMMY LOVES YOU." If you're struggling and need to talk, the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123. Alternatively, you can email jo@ or visit their site to find your local branch
Daily Mirror
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace left devastated as she shares heartbreaking news
Former Big Brother star Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace took to social media to share the tragic news of the death of a close friend as she admitted the news had left her 'unable to breath' Aisleyne Horgan-Wallace has revealed the heartbreaking news a close friend has died. The Big Brother star, 46, took to Instagram to share her heartache as she admitted she was left "unable to breathe" after hearing the tragic news. Aisleyne confirmed pal Chanel's death on the social media platform by sharing a tribute alongside an image of the pair on a beach. The reality TV star wrote: "I can't even breathe..... not u.... not my precious gentle kind baby girl..... f*** it let me come where u are .... the world was beautiful with u in it I can't even ..... I love u @chanelorsomething" She had earlier shared a snap of the pair kissing in bikinis as she wrote: " done x". Followers were quick to pay tributes of their own as well as share messages of condolence. Adult star Leanne Crow wrote: "She was the sweetest soul ever!! I can't believe I'm writing was," alongside a broken heart emoji. She wrote on a further update: "Our sweet girl, she left us way too soon. We had too many adventures still left to go on. I love you both so f***ing much!!!!!!! I feel blessed to have met her, to love her and to be loved by her." Another user said: "Worst day ever," before sharing a sad face and broken heart emoji. "Sending you a big hug," they added. A third added: "You have been through so much loss it's absolutely heartbreaking to see! so sorry xx," while a fourth penned: "Omg. I hope you're ok. "You have had a lot of passing lately. I hope you have the strength and the support around you at this time. I can't imagine the heavy load of grief you have to manage. I'm so sorry." Aisleyne continued to share posts throughout the day as she grieved Chanel's death. Among the images uploaded was a snap of the pair hugging as they stood in a stair well. Another clip saw Chanel posing in angel wings as Aisleyne wrote: "I miss u angel.... I soon be with u again my love.... Tell me its a better trip up there than it is down here please @chanelorsomething I CANT BELIEVE THIS F**N S***." Gemma Atkinson was among those sharing heartfelt messages in the comments section. She told Aisleyne: "I'm so sorry for you Aisleyne. Take care of yourself. Sending lots of love." In June 2024, Aisleyne was left heartbroken following the death of another of her best friend's, Femi. She wrote at the time: "Femi, Hyper, but my big brother for 30 years... I am so broken." If you're struggling and need to talk, the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123. Alternatively, you can email jo@ or visit their site to find your local branch
Daily Mirror
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Jeremy Kyle supported by two unlikely ITV stars after controversial show axed over suicide
TV presenter Jeremy Kyle has opened up about the support he received from two fellow ITV friends after the sudden cancellation of his ITV show in 2019 Jeremy Kyle has recently shared the names of two prominent TV personalities who stood by him following the cancellation of his ITV show in 2019. The decision to pull the show came after the tragic death of a guest, Steve Dymond, who died by suicide after failing a lie detector test while appearing on the programme. Despite initial speculation, an inquest last September found no "clear and reliable causal connection" between Dymond's death and his appearance on the show. In a heartfelt conversation with Kate Garraway, Jeremy, 59, revealed the key figures who offered him unwavering support during this difficult period. He confessed: "You really learn who your friends are. Piers Morgan was straight in there, rock solid, and Kate Garraway was the same, rock solid. A lot of people reached out, and that's what you need." Jeremy went on to explain that, despite the support from close friends like Kate and Piers, he had experienced a surge of unexpected messages following Kate's Life Stories interview last month. "Three weeks ago when Kate's interview aired, I got texts from people I hadn't heard from in six years," he shared. The conversation then turned emotional as Jeremy recalled the moment he learned of Steve Dymond's death. "I've got amazing people who saved me through it," he said, reflecting on how his thoughts were always focused on Steve and his family during the crisis. "But it was incredibly frustrating, Kate, because for five years, I wasn't allowed to say anything due to legal restrictions." He opened up further about the overwhelming impact the incident had on everyone involved, including the show's staff. "It snowballed quickly, and I thought about the people who lost their jobs, their homes, and their livelihoods. It became a massive news story, and the hardest part was being unable to speak up," Jeremy said, expressing his frustration with the situation. Acknowledging the gravity of the incident, Jeremy admitted he understood why the show was canceled and why some people were critical of it. "I get it, I completely understand why the show had to end, and I know there were people who felt it was deserved. But honestly, there's no bitterness or anger. You just find out who your true friends are." The Jeremy Kyle Show was cancelled in 2019 after airing 3,320 episodes over 17 series. If you're struggling and need to talk, the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123. Alternatively, you can email jo@ or visit their site to find your local branch.
Daily Mail
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
BREAKING NEWS Prince Andrew's ex Lady Victoria Hervey sparks fury with controversial Virginia Giuffre statement
Prince Andrew's ex-girlfriend has sparked fury after claiming 'lies catch up to you' as she responded to Virginia Giuffre 's suicide. The vile social media post was shared to Lady Victoria Hervey 's followers alongside a screenshot of the news that the 41-year-old trafficking victim had died. Giuffre was one of the most prominent accusers of convicted sex offenders Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, who she said kept her as a sex slave while flying her around the world and offering to their powerful associates 'like a platter of fruit'. She alleged they trafficked her to the Duke of York when she was 17 and was three times sexually assaulted by him - a claim which Prince Andrew has denied. The prince reached an out-of-court settlement with her in 2022. Lady Hervey, who had a brief fling with the Prince, reacted to the news saying: 'When lies catch up to you there's no way out.' A second story, two hours later, added: 'I have taken the decision to pause my posts on Virginia Giuffre at this time. 'Irrespective of the circumstances, suicide in anyone at any time is tragic, and in a young mother who has children, even more so.' But she is yet to delete her initial statement - which has now been live on her page for seven hours. Lady Hervey was perhaps best known for a brief fling with Prince Andrew before quitting the UK for Hollywood, where she secured a small part in a Tom Hanks movie. The socialite has since made a name for herself as a cheerleader for Donald Trump and a public defender of her royal ex. For confidential support, call Samaritans on 116 123, visit or visit Lady Victoria Hervey was perhaps best known for a brief fling with Prince Andrew before quitting the UK for Hollywood where she secured a small part in a Tom Hanks movie Claiming she is a 'truth warrior', she has been branded a conspiracy theorist for claiming Covid vaccines were part of a plot orchestrated by Bill Gates to 'depopulate the world'. She also has other theories about 9/11, JFK's assassination and the moon landings. Reacting with fury after her post, social media users branded her a 'sick', while another said it was 'despicable'. Lady Hervey claims Prince Andrew was 'set up' after an 'organised attack on the Royal family', and launched a social media attack on Giuffre, who won a multi-million pound settlement from Prince Andrew following claims she had been forced to have sex with him three times at the age of 17 when she was trafficked by his friend Epstein. She insisted Giuffre's credibility had been 'destroyed' after she was released from hospital following a dramatic claim that she had only 'four days' to live after a car crash in Australia.
