The Mission: Impossible star pulled out all the stops to impress the stunning socialite on Friday night by hiring an entire floor of one London’s most exclusive restaurants, Novikov in Mayfair.
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He canoodled with the brunette former model — who is the daughter of a prominent Russian MP and ex-wife of a diamond-trading oligarch — in a private dining area away from prying eyes.
Tom, who is worth a cool £500million, dropped £500 on a meal of lobster, seafood and sushi washed down with some alcohol-free mocktails.
An insider said: “Tom seemed very loved up and was hanging on every word Elsina was saying. They seemed physically very close.
“They were joined by his American security guard, who stepped in when a member of staff asked for a picture. She was dressed to the nines in a sparkly dress and black fur coat.
“Tom was very generous and tipped the staff £100, before he and Elsina slipped out the side door into a waiting getaway car.
“It was a smooth operation.”
Pals say Russian-owned Asian- Italian restaurant Novikov is one of Tom’s favourite places to dine in the capital.
Its owner Arkady Novikov is said to be a close personal friend of Vladimir Putin and owns two Michelin-starred restaurants in Russia.
Other stars to have dined at the high-end venue include singers Justin Bieber and Rihanna, rapper Drake, boxer Anthony Joshua and sprint legend Usain Bolt.
Tom and Elsina were first romantically linked at a bash in London’s Grosvenor Square last Saturday when they arrived together.
Tight-lipped
Tom has been single since his divorce from third wife Katie Holmes, more than ten years ago, though he was recently rumoured to be dating the singer Shakira as well as his Mission: Impossible co-star Hayley Atwell.
Though tightlipped about his love life, the Scientologist is always keen to discuss his fondness for Britain, saying: “I guess I’m an Anglophile.
“I spend a lot of time in Britain and that’s not just for work reasons.
“I just love being here.”
Frida’s recipe for Success
JAMIE Redknapp’s wife Frida has wowed the showbiz world with her Instagram cooking videos – and I can reveal she’s now bagged a showbiz agent.
The Swedish ex-model – who wed Jamie, right, in 2021 – has signed with Milk Management and is listed on the website under its broadcast talent as a foodie who creates “new culinary fusions, combining traditional Swedish dishes with international flavours”.
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I’m told by an insider: “The plan is for Frida to be put forward to do TV cooking segments and shows after she has garnered so much attention for her social media recipes.
“She is so talented and unique, plus the camera loves her which always helps. She makes healthy, tasty food, which is always popular, especially in January.”
Hope Frida won’t bump into Jamie’s ex Louise Redknapp, who hosts a fashion segment on ITV’s Lorraine. It could get awks . . .
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Sheesh hip hangout
HIGH-END Turkish fusion restaurant Sheesh is becoming a favourite London hangout for the music glitterati.
Hip-hop king P Diddy celebrated his birthday there last month, while grime artist Giggs has also swung by with his entourage.
I’m told that rappers Ice Cube and 50 Cent plan to visit, too.
An insider said: “Celebs love it, as it’s great quality and the service is top notch. It won’t be long before they want to film music videos at this newly renovated, very chic venue.”
Back from the wars
I’M a Celeb star Josie Gibson will get a hero’s welcome when she returns to This Morning tomorrow – and she will kick off by interviewing her campmate and new King Of The Jungle Sam Thompson.
I can also reveal that bosses are giving the presenter a boost off the back of making the final four in I’m A Celeb.
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She is likely to be involved with the show’s Christmas Day special, alongside Alison Hammond, Dermot O’Leary and guests Brian Conley, Brenda Blethyn and chef John Torode, which is being pre-recorded next week.
A source said: “As far as This Morning execs are concerned, she is their Queen of the Jungle so they want to celebrate her over the next few weeks with plenty of appearances. Ratings have increased towards the last quarter of the year so it’s clear viewers are enjoying the mix of presenters.
“The big presenting job is still very much up for grabs, so it’s all to play for and Josie is in the mix.”
Hell’s ‘Bel’s, GC
ANNABEL’S is one of London’s most popular members’ clubs and is rumoured to be the only nightclub the Queen ever set foot in.
Other fans include model Cara Delevingne, actor Eddie Redmayne and singer Lady Gaga.
However, the Mayfair hotspot didn’t meet Gemma Collins’ approval.
She commented on Instagram: “Awful place, never been treated so appallingly by a place in my life.”
The GC has very high standards indeed.
Caught Live: Bicep, Drumsheds
★★★★★
WHEN you’re a duo named Bicep, the pressure is on to deliver a powerful performance.
And Belfast-born pair Andrew Ferguson and Matthew McBriar didn’t disappoint, flexing their musical muscles to give an electrifying performance at North London’s superclub Drumsheds.
The DJs put on a sensory extravaganza of entrancing light shows and lasers, all backed by a world-class sound system within the repurposed confines of the former Ikea warehouse.
The biggest name in UK dance had the 15,000-strong crowd captivated by their infectious energy and pulsating beats.
Every track merged seamlessly with the one before, creating a journey for the head and heart.
But it was the duo’s 2017 track Glue that was the highlight, rounding off the night by drawing late-night revellers to the dancefloor and putting them in a collective trance.
This was definitely a night that will stick in my memory.
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