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The Sun
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Shopper stunned as soap star and his daughter beg him for a lift while filming show – but he doesn't recognise them
A TIKTOKER has been left flabbergasted after stumbling across a huge soap star and his daughter - while they were filming Celebrity Hunted. Pork Pie enthusiast Charlie Betts - who goes under the name Chilli.97 - came across the former EastEnders actor and his sidekick while he was shooting his own footage. 6 Dad-and-daughter duo Brian Conley and Lucy were in the process of dodging hunters when they bumped into content creator Charlie Betts at Garsons Farm Shop in Hampshire. The unaware shopper was left bemused after randomly coming face-to-face with the former soap star and his daughter. Celeb contestants on the Channel 4 show attempt to evade detection while being tracked by an elite team comprised of the world's best hunters. Among them are serving and ex-police officers, alongside some of the UK's top cyber experts. Daughter Lucy asked pork pie reviewer Charlie: 'Do you have a car? We're on the run for Stand Up To Cancer. We're been hunted by hunters. "This is Brian Conley from the telly. I don't know if you know, and I'm his daughter, Lucy. We really need it lift out of here or anyone to help us…' The TikToker replied yes, but said: 'We need to get a pork pie first.' To camera, Brian laughed: 'We are long gone, hunters... I know this is going to be such a red herring for them, yeah!' Charlie wrote alongside the clip: "Glad to be of service." He concluded the video by writing: "Brian and Lucy didn't have any food for the next part of their journey and they asked me for the pork pie off camera - I couldn't say no." Shock moment Christine McGuinness makes racy confession as she jokes about gagged and tied up on Celebrity Hunted Fans commented: "Brian Conley is a national treasure." A second added: "Stand Up To Cancer Hunted whilst getting a pork pie... unreal." A third asked: "What the hell is going on here?" Celebrity Hunted was thrown into chaos recently as Strictly dancers crashed a BBC star's birthday with cameras in tow while trying to stay incognito. Professional dancers Amy Dowden and Carlos Gu are among the famous duos in the latest series - which will air early next year. The Sun revealed the pair ended up at a co-star's birthday party while filming the Channel 4 series. The star-studded show hit screens earlier this year and fans watched as Christine McGuinness and Blue singer Duncan James were crowned champions. Love Island star Chris Taylor is also taking part in the next series, which will see him try to evade capture from the hunters and beat off competition from other celebrities. As well as appearing on Love Island twice, Chris has also been on Celebs Go Dating. Leon Wilson, CEO Shine TV & Zeppotron, previously teased: "Viewers are in for a treat with the Celebrity version, with an ace cast of new celeb fugitives raring to go on run." Meanwhile, it was confirmed earlier this year that the show's civilian version would return for another outing. TV favourite and panto extraordinaire Brian briefly lit up the Strictly dancefloor in 2017 and did a stint on I'm A Celeb in the 2012 series. He starred alongside the likes of Helen Flanagan, Linda Robson and Charlie Brooks, who won that year. 6 6 6
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EastEnders icon whose departure from the Square was called 'the end of an era' is unrecognisable with sixties inspired new look... can you guess who it is?
She left Albert Square last year after 16 years on EastEnders. Her surprise departure, and emotional exit storyline, had fans sobbing as they dubbed it the 'end of an era'. Since quitting her soap role, this actress has sought out new acting ventures and recently made her West End debut. And in a new Instagram snap, the star is unrecognisable, ditching her signature soap look for glam sixties inspired makeup and a short bob haircut. But can you guess who this iconic soap star is? It's EastEnders favourite Shona McGarty! The actress showed off her retro look in new social media snaps over the weekend, posing in sparkling blue eye makeup teamed with a figure hugging baby blue dress. Shona has been trying out new looks as she turns her hand to singing, belting out classics at club nights alongside recording some new music in the studio. The busy star also recently wrapped up her West End debut in the musical Queen of the Pin-Ups, playing Bettie Page. Shona, 33, who portrayed legend Whitney Dean on EastEnders for over 16 years, bid an emotional farewell tp her character back in May to 'explore other opportunities,' explaining that she wanted to try out new ventures before she felt 'too old'. Explaining that turning 30 had changed her perspective on things, Shona admitted: 'It was a really difficult decision because it's all I've ever known. I pretty much grew up on the Square, so I feel like I'm leaving home. 'But I had to put on my big girl pants and be quite brave, because life is so short, and you feel that more and more as you get older.' Her character's departure was named the 'end of an era' by fans who were left 'crying' as they struggled to watch. But, luckily for Shona soap bosses have left the door open, with Whitey moving to Wakefield to be closer to her brother, Ryan Malloy. 'I left on the bus and not under it, so for that I'm really grateful,' the soapstar told The Sun. 'I would absolutely go back to EastEnders - it's 16 years of creating a family, I grew up on that show.' Shona added that she has maintained a good relationship with EastEnders, but there is no scope for her to return right away. Whitney made her debut in 2008, aged 16, and has been at the centre of multiple explosive storylines over the last 16 years. But her most recent, potentially her last, was the most heartbreaking so far. Her final episodes in May, saw Whitney's partner and father to her newborn Dolly, Zack Hudson, break her heart after he cheated with childhood pal Lauren Branning. Unable to cope with the betrayal, she decided it was her time to say goodbye to her home in Walford and move to Wakefield to be closer to her brother, Ryan Malloy. The new mother's big plans were initially overwhelming, but she felt reassured when her adoptive mother, Bianca, offered to join her. This plan soon crashed and burned as Whitney felt betrayed once more when she learned Bianca knew all along about Zack and Lauren's secret and didn't tell her. Whitney refused to let Bianca join her and decided to leave alone with Dolly and her foster child, Britney Wainwright. Before jumping on the bus to escape the heartache and suffering, Whitney attempted closure by meeting with Zack and Lauren separately. After an emotional final goodbye at her leaving do in the Vic, residents walked Whitney to her bus stop and soap extras gave her a hug and kiss on the way. Whitney held her head high and quietly sobbed as she made her way through the square for the final time - a scene so emotional that fans at home were reduced to tears and begged for her return in the future.
Daily Mail
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
70s soap legend shows off her famous red curls in rare outing on her 81st birthday... can you guess who?
This 70s soap star showed off her famous red curls during a rare outing on her birthday this week. The actress looked nearly unrecognizable minus her iconic Farrah Fawcett-inspired blowout and bombshell auburn red curls. On Wednesday, July 9, she was seen picking up some takeout for a low-key 81st birthday celebration at home alongside a close collaborator on her show. The actress is known for holding the longest run in soap opera history and playing the same character on the same show for over five decades. The TV icon, who once joined the star-studded cast of Little House on the Prairie and made a brief appearance on the television adaptation, is also a Daytime Emmy winner for her famous soap opera portrayal. She was also married to another famed actor from 1980 to 1982. Can you guess who she is? This 70s soap star showed off her famous red curls during a rare outing on her birthday this week. On Wednesday, July 9, she was seen picking up some takeout for a low-key 81st birthday celebration at home alongside a close collaborator on her show The actress looked nearly unrecognizable minus her iconic Farrah Fawcett-inspired blowout and bombshell auburn red curls. Can you guess who she is? She's Suzanne Rogers! The award-winning TV star is known for her multi-decade career on the long-running series Days of Our Lives. The vivacious beauty was spending time with the longtime costume designer for Days of Our Lives, Richard Bloore, on her birthday. For her birthday look, Rogers was as glamorous as ever, looking half of her age as she strutted through the city in nude stiletto pumps. She looked effortlessly chic as she paired a chocolate brown, boatneck top with a matching knit cardigan. She paired the set with flowing, white pants covered in a brown, leaf-inspired pattern and a cream-colored camera bag. She also modeled oversize, ombré-tinted sunglasses during her birthday outing in sunny Los Angeles. She appeared to be sporting natural makeup for her day in the city as she stepped out from a BBQ restaurant and headed to her car. She was previously married to silver screen star Sam Groom for two years in the early 80s before they ultimately separated and divorced. She's Suzanne Rogers! The award-winning TV star is known for her multi-decade career on the long-running series Days of Our Lives The vivacious beauty was spending time with the longtime costume designer for Days of Our Lives, Richard Bloore, on her birthday For her birthday look, Rogers was as glamorous as ever, looking half of her age as she strutted through the city in nude stiletto pumps She looked effortlessly chic as she paired a chocolate brown, boatneck top with a matching knit cardigan She paired the set with flowing, white pants covered in a brown, leaf-inspired pattern and a cream-colored camera bag She also modeled oversize, ombré-tinted sunglasses during her birthday outing in sunny Los Angeles She appeared to be sporting natural makeup for her day in the city as she stepped out from a BBQ restaurant and headed to her car The renowned actress, who boasts an award-winning, decades-spanning career on television, was last seen stepping out for a low-key shopping trip on another rare outing earlier this year back in March. This comes after she recently celebrated the 51st anniversary of her continuous portrayal of her character Margaret 'Maggie' Horton Kiriakis (formerly Simmons) on Days of Our Lives last year. For the same role, she previously won her first and only Daytime Emmy Award in 1979 for outstanding supporting actress in a drama series. That March, the show's official Instagram account shared a video of the actress talking about her character. She first portrayed the character in 1973 and has been making appearances in every season minus a short hiatus in 1984. That year, the Virginia-born redhead revealed she was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, a rare muscle disease that causes muscles under voluntary control to feel weak and get tired quickly, according to the Mayo Clinic. This comes after she recently celebrated the 51st anniversary of her continuous portrayal of her character Margaret 'Maggie' Horton Kiriakis (formerly Simmons) on Days of Our Lives last year. That March, the show's official Instagram account shared a video of the actress talking about her character For the same role, she previously won her first and only Daytime Emmy Award in 1979 for outstanding supporting actress in a drama series. She first portrayed the character in 1973 and has been making appearances in every season minus a short hiatus in 1984; pictured May 1979 at the Emmys The renowned actress, who boasts an award-winning, decades-spanning career on television, was last seen stepping out for a low-key shopping trip on another rare outing earlier this year back in March In 1984, the Virginia-born redhead revealed she was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, a rare muscle disease that causes muscles under voluntary control to feel weak and get tired quickly, according to the Mayo Clinic The disease greatly impacted how much she could work, but the actress reportedly underwent remission shortly thereafter Last year, on the anniversary of her first appearance, she said about portraying Maggie Horton over the years. 'My character has grown,' she explained. 'She knows who she is now. And she's not relying on anyone to make her whole' Rogers also appeared in other shows and acting in episodes of Knight Rider; Little House on the Prairie; Quincy, M.E.; and Love, American Style The former Rockette got her start at Radio City Music Hall as well as numerous Broadway productions The actress, who was born Suzanne Crumpler, once said her stage name was inspired by Ginger Rogers, whom she previously cited as her inspiration for pursuing a career in the entertainment industry The disease greatly impacted how much she could work, but the actress reportedly underwent remission shortly thereafter. Last year, on the anniversary of her first appearance, she said about portraying Maggie Horton over the years. 'My character has grown,' she explained. 'She knows who she is now. And she's not relying on anyone to make her whole.' Rogers added, 'She is who she is, and I think that's important for all of us.' Her character Maggie started out on the show as a disabled women that married a lawyer, later going on to become a widow, struggling with alcoholism, owning two restaurants and becoming the CEO of Titan — even once being 'killed off' and then her character being revived. Rogers also appeared in other shows and acting in episodes of Knight Rider; Little House on the Prairie; Quincy, M.E.; and Love, American Style. The former Rockette got her start at Radio City Music Hall as well as numerous Broadway productions. The actress, who was born Suzanne Crumpler, once said her stage name was inspired by Ginger Rogers, whom she previously cited as her inspiration for pursuing a career in the entertainment industry.
Daily Mail
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE 70s soap legend shows off her famous red curls in rare outing on her 81st birthday... can you guess who?
This 70s soap star showed off her famous red curls during a rare outing on her birthday this week. The actress looked nearly unrecognizable minus her iconic Farrah Fawcett-inspired blowout and bombshell auburn red curls. On Wednesday, July 9, she was seen picking up some takeout for a low-key 81st birthday celebration at home alongside a close collaborator on her show. The actress is known for holding the longest run in soap opera history and playing the same character on the same show for over five decades. The TV icon, who once joined the star-studded cast of Little House on the Prairie and made a brief appearance on the television adaptation, is also a Daytime Emmy winner for her famous soap opera portrayal. She was also married to another famed actor from 1980 to 1982. Can you guess who she is? She's Suzanne Rogers! The award-winning TV star is known for her multi-decade career on the long-running series Days of Our Lives. The vivacious beauty was spending time with the longtime costume designer for Days of Our Lives, Richard Bloore, on her birthday. For her birthday look, Rogers was as glamorous as ever, looking half of her age as she strutted through the city in nude stiletto pumps. She looked effortlessly chic as she paired a chocolate brown, boatneck top with a matching knit cardigan. She paired the set with flowing, white pants covered in a brown, leaf-inspired pattern and a cream-colored camera bag. She also modeled oversize, ombré-tinted sunglasses during her birthday outing in sunny Los Angeles. She appeared to be sporting natural makeup for her day in the city as she stepped out from a BBQ restaurant and headed to her car. She was previously married to silver screen star Sam Groom for two years in the early 80s before they ultimately separated and divorced. The vivacious beauty was spending time with the longtime costume designer for Days of Our Lives, Richard Bloore, on her birthday She also modeled oversize, ombré-tinted sunglasses during her birthday outing in sunny Los Angeles The renowned actress, who boasts an award-winning, decades-spanning career on television, was last seen stepping out for a low-key shopping trip on another rare outing earlier this year back in March. This comes after she recently celebrated the 51st anniversary of her continuous portrayal of her character Margaret 'Maggie' Horton Kiriakis (formerly Simmons) on Days of Our Lives last year. For the same role, she previously won her first and only Daytime Emmy Award in 1979 for outstanding supporting actress in a drama series. That March, the show's official Instagram account shared a video of the actress talking about her character. She first portrayed the character in 1973 and has been making appearances in every season minus a short hiatus in 1984. That year, the Virginia-born redhead revealed she was diagnosed with myasthenia gravis, a rare muscle disease that causes muscles under voluntary control to feel weak and get tired quickly, according to the Mayo Clinic. For the same role, she previously won her first and only Daytime Emmy Award in 1979 for outstanding supporting actress in a drama series. She first portrayed the character in 1973 and has been making appearances in every season minus a short hiatus in 1984; pictured May 1979 at the Emmys The disease greatly impacted how much she could work, but the actress reportedly underwent remission shortly thereafter. Last year, on the anniversary of her first appearance, she said about portraying Maggie Horton over the years. 'My character has grown,' she explained. 'She knows who she is now. And she's not relying on anyone to make her whole.' Rogers added, 'She is who she is, and I think that's important for all of us.' Her character Maggie started out on the show as a disabled women that married a lawyer, later going on to become a widow, struggling with alcoholism, owning two restaurants and becoming the CEO of Titan — even once being 'killed off' and then her character being revived. Rogers also appeared in other shows and acting in episodes of Knight Rider; Little House on the Prairie; Quincy, M.E.; and Love, American Style. The former Rockette got her start at Radio City Music Hall as well as numerous Broadway productions. The actress, who was born Suzanne Crumpler, once said her stage name was inspired by Ginger Rogers, whom she previously cited as her inspiration for pursuing a career in the entertainment industry.
The Sun
11-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Sun
I lost nearly 10st in 13 months WITHOUT Ozempic – but now I have saggy skin & I actually miss being fat for 3 reasons
A WOMAN who lost almost 10 stone has revealed that she now misses being fat. Liza Pasquale has shocked the internet after saying life was better before she shed the weight. 3 3 The 31-year-old revealed she lost 63kg over 13 months with diet and exercise. But she said being bigger made her feel safe and dropping weight has made her a target. She has shocked the internet by telling how her life was better when she was heavier, she looked back on her life before and described her weight as a defence mechanism. When talking about her fitness journey Liza Pasquale, 31 from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA, said: "Sometimes I miss being overweight. "Now that I've lost weight, I have a fear of being alone, when I was overweight no one could kidnap me." Liza told how she misses the independence and solitude she found when overweight, claiming people used to ignore her and that's how she liked life. Being overweight taught her to enjoy her own company and how she sometimes finds social interactions overwhelming. She also says that she misses the freedom she used to have before she started counting calories, however losing weight has not ripped all the joy from her life. She explained how being big made her uncomfortable, she was always hot and had a sweating problem. Liza says she wouldn't change her weight loss journey and she knows she can still enjoy all things in life, just with control and moderation now. 3 Soap star reveals real body and 'wobbly bits' in 'hard to film' video Visit our diet, nutrition and weight loss page for the latest updates She said: "I miss having thicker hair. "I miss not always being cold but being hot was a lot worse. "I had a sweating problem. "I miss people not wanting to talk to me, now that I'm in a smaller body people talk to me all the time. "I miss eating without care, sometimes I miss it all the time. I can still eat all the things; I just know my boundaries now. "I would still choose the way that I eat now and the way I feel now. "Now I'm in a smaller body I'm more aware of the danger of being alone. "I would not change my weight loss for the world." Liza added that to combat the loose skin she has undergone surgery as well. Different types of weight loss surgery For many people who are overweight or obese, they may feel they have exhausted options for weight loss and want to try something more drastic. Weight loss surgery may be available to them on the NHS if they have a BMI over 40 and have a condition that may be improved with weight loss, such as diabetes. But the availability of these procedures largely depends on where you live in the UK. People can also pay privately. Weight loss surgery is a common and safe procedure. However, as with any operation, there are risks, such as a blood clot, a band slipping out of place, a stomach infection, gallstones and excessive skin from weight loss that in most cases, won't be removed on the NHS. In all of the following options, the space in the stomach is reduced, therefore a person feels fuller after eating less food. They lose weight as a result. However, it is necessary for them to also learn good eating habits and have a healthy balanced diet, too. Gastric bypass The stomach is divided into two using a staple. The smaller part is connected to the intestines, effectively cutting how much space there is in the stomach by half. The operation takes around two hours. Gastric band A band is tied around the top of the stomach and inflated so that it tightens. The operation takes three to four hours. Gastric balloon Patients swallow an empty balloon which is attached to a tube. The balloon is filled with water via the tube, taking around 20 minutes, so that it fills around two-thirds of the stomach space. Sleeve gastrectomy Around 80 per cent of the stomach is removed in surgery to make it much smaller and a sleeve shape. The operation takes between one and three hours.
