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Kendall Jenner goes totally nude on the beach during 30th birthday trip to private island

KENDALL Jenner has gone totally naked on the beach during her 30th birthday trip to a lavish and picturesque private island.

The brunette beauty, who is a renowned model and reality star around the world, celebrated her milestone birthday in style on a lavish beach.

Kendall Jenner is celebrating her birthday on a private islandCredit: Instagram/KendallJenner
She went totally naked on a stunning beach to commemorate the milestoneCredit: Instagram/KendallJenner
Laying on the sand, Kendall put some sand on her nipples and went topless for a racy snap beneath the sunshineCredit: Instagram/KendallJenner

Stripping off to her birthday suit for the vert apt occasion, Kendall gave fans a glimpse at her toned physique when she sat on a beach without a stitch of clothing upon her body.

In other snaps, Kendall showed off her slender frame in various bikini shots, and even went topless in another photo.

One snap saw Kendall laying on the sand with some sand covering her nipples as she went topless and wore just a pair of high-cut green bikini bottoms.

Another photo saw Kendall don a red bikini as she showed off her perky bottom through a window.

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Kendall then wore a black bikini in another snap as she showed off her enviable washboard abs.

Going nude with only a towel wrapped around her waist in another photo, Kendall snapped up a storm in a mirror.

And in other photos, Kendall blew out candles on a cake, posed with birthday balloons and beamed beside pals.

Also on the private island for Kendall’s birthday bash, and seen in some of the photos, were Kylie Jenner and Hailey Bieber.

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Sister Khloe commented on the snaps, writing, “You’re the perfect human.”

Meanwhile, fans flocked to the comments too, with many quick to wish Kendall a happy birthday, and others quick to swoon over her nude snaps.

One person wrote, “IM SPEECHLESS.”

Another said, “I keep wondering how a person feels to know they are so beautiful.”

A third added, “Falling head over heels everytime a bit more when I get a glance of you.”

“I want to be you when I grow up,” said a fourth.

She also stripped down and wore just a towel around her waist in one racy snapCredit: Instagram/KendallJenner
She wore an array of bikinis on her lavish breakCredit: Instagram/KendallJenner

You are sooo pretty. @kendalljenner you are my role model,” wrote a fifth.

While a sixth said, “Perfect body.”

And a seventh penned, “She is sublime wow.”

Kendall spent the weekend at Tommy Hilfiger’s luxury $125k-a-week property in Mustique.

Kendall was joined by dozens of family members and friends, including her mom, Kris Jenner, and sisters, Kim, Kylie, and Khloe, although Kourtney was notably absent from the festivities.

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She also celebrated with longtime friends, including Hailey Bieber, Fai Khandra, Renell Medrano, and Lauren Perez.

There was no expense spared as the large group enjoyed a lavish spread, an 818-themed birthday cake, and $500 bottles of Chateau Haut-Brion red wine, bottled in 1995 – the year Kendall was born.

Kendall posed with some balloons to celebrate her birthdayCredit: Instagram/KendallJenner
She had a gorgeous lemon-colored cake to mark the occasionCredit: Instagram/KendallJenner
Kylie Jenner and Hailey Bieber was also at the birthday bash on the private islandCredit: Instagram/kyliejenner
Kendall celebrated her 30th Birthday with friends and family on a beachCredit: Instagram

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Kendall Jenner secretly celebrates 30th birthday with sisters at Tommy Hilfiger’s $125k-a-week villa on private island

KENDALL Jenner secretly celebrated her 30th birthday at designer Tommy Hilfiger’s luxury villa on a private Caribbean island, The U.S. Sun can reveal.

Supermodel Kendall began posting snaps on Monda after spending the weekend at the $125k-a-week property in Mustique.

Kendall Jenner is seen with Kim Kardashian dressed in brown silk on the beach with balloonsCredit: Instagram
The Kardashians celebrated Kendall Jenner’s 30th birthday on the beach in MustiqueCredit: Instagram
Kendall Jenner enjoyed a cream-covered white 818 Tequila-themed cake for the big dayCredit: Instagram

Kendall was joined by dozens of family members and friends, including her mom, Kris Jenner, and sisters, Kim, Kylie, and Khloe, although Kourtney was notably absent from the festivities.

She also celebrated with longtime friends, including Hailey Bieber, Fai Khandra, Renell Medrano, and Lauren Perez.

There was no expense spared as the large group enjoyed a lavish spread, an 818-themed birthday cake, and $500 bottles of Chateau Haut-Brion red wine, bottled in 1995 – the year Kendall was born.

She was also spoiled with decorations, including huge silver balloons reading, ‘Happy Birthday Kendall’ and cups with baby photographs emblazoned on them.

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There appeared to be a theme for the bash with everyone dressed in brown, black, and pink beach outfits for the fashionista.

Kendall joined the Tommy Hilfiger family by fronting the brand’s Spring Campaign last year.

His private property in Mustique is known as the Palm Beach Villa, and boasts seven en-suite bedrooms and two pool cottages with room for up to 18 guests.

A website claims the vacation home is situated on six acres on the beachfront land and costs between $125,000 and $130,000 per week to rent.

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“The Colonial design of the property is simple yet imposing, and the white facade gives a very welcoming feeling to guests,” the bio reads.

“The grand Palladian-style residence was built in 1999 and has undergone renovation works since.”

Kendall and the gang made the most of the private beach with a seating area set up on the sand, as photographs on Instagram showed pillows and tiki torches.

The bio online also explains, “The villa offers impressive views over the sea and the neighbouring islands from its balconies and terrace.

“Guests can enjoy the views from the large swimming pool, or soak up the rays from the surrounding sun loungers.

“The poolside gazebos are ideal for evening drinks, and there are plenty of spaces to relax throughout the perfectly manicured gardens.”

Services at the villa include a manager, chef, waiter, housekeeping, and laundry, according to the website.

Although food and beverage cost extra, along with grocery pre-stocking, spa and beauty treatments, and activities and excursions on the island.

Dee Hilfiger, Tommy’s wife, gave Marie Claire a tour of the house in 2024, with photographs showing her relaxing in the luxurious setting.

Although she admitted it was all about simplicity and guests being able to relax at the home, not worrying that they might damage antiques or expensive furnishings.

“We have a lot of furniture with slick covers,” she explained.

“We constantly change out all the lampshades in the house because it’s right on the ocean, so things rust.

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“We don’t have anything too precious. It’s a family home and we also rent it a lot.

“I would describe it as a chic but user-friendly type of home where nothing’s too precious or expensive. It’s designed to walk through with sandy feet.”

The outlet explained that the villa sits on the shores of Mustique’s L’Ansecoy Bay and is named Palm Beach for the trees that surround it. 

Kim, 45, shared snaps from the getaway, writing, “Happy 30th Birthday @kendalljenner may this decade bring you the kind of love and joy you so freely give to everyone else. I love you more than you’ll ever understand! Here’s to 30 Kenny.”

Kim could also be seen joking around with a handful of tequila shots in one photograph as she threw her head back laughing.

Sister Khloe, 41, also wrote a lengthy tribute to Kendall, posting, “To my baby sister, my forever girl, happy 30th birthday. I can’t believe you’re thirty. It feels impossible and yet, here you are; more radiant, grounded, and beautifully you than ever before.

“Something I’ve always admired and respected about you is how deeply and unapologetically you live in your truth. In a world where so many try to fit in or please others, you’ve always just been yourself. […] You have this energy that can’t be replicated.

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“Gentle but strong, mysterious yet warm, and so full of love that it overflows into everyone lucky enough to know you.

“You make people feel seen, safe, and inspired just by being who you are. Kenny, I hope you know how endlessly proud I am of you. […] Happy birthday, my sweet angel. I love you with everything I am @kendalljenner.”

Kim Kardashian fooled around with mini bottles of 818 Tequila at the partyCredit: Instagram
Kendall Jenner is seen with family members Kris, Kim, Kylie, and Khloe on the beachCredit: Instagram
The Kardashians celebrated with expensive wine bottled in 1999 – the year Kendall was bornCredit: Instagram

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Kim Kardashian says moon landing was fake: ‘Go on Tiktok’

Kim, you’re not doing amazing, sweetie.

Kim Kardashian, long at the center of a few conspiracy theories herself, has cosigned one that’s a fan favorite — and also thoroughly debunked.

During the most recent episode of Hulu’s “The Kardashians,” the fashion and beauty mogul professed her belief that the 1969 moon landing, a watershed moment of great American pride, never really happened. She also tried to get her “All’s Fair” co-star Sarah Paulson to drink the Kool-Aid.

“I’m sending you, like, so far a million interviews with both Buzz Aldrin and the other one [Neil Armstrong],” Kardashian told Paulson on the show.

“Yes, do it,” Paulson told the Skims founder, promising to go on her own “massive deep dive.”

Kardashian then went on to cite an interview that’s made the rounds on TikTok wherein she alleged that Buzz Aldrin — who completed the Apollo 11 mission alongside Armstrong and capsule communicator Michael Collins — gave the hoax away. (The going theory, of course, is that famous footage of the mission was actually filmed on a sound stage.)

“So I think it didn’t happen,” Kardashian concluded, adding that Aldrin, 95, has “gotten old and now he, like, slurs.”

Hours after the episode dropped, NASA Acting Administrator Sean Duffy fact-checked the socialite.

“Yes, @KimKardashian, we’ve been to the Moon before… 6 times!” Duffy wrote Thursday on X. “And even better: @NASAArtemis is going back under the leadership of @POTUS.”

“We won the last space race and we will win this one too,” Duffy wrote.

As for Aldrin’s takes on the matter, a 2022 Reuters article debunked one of the most popular clips used to implicate the former astronaut, which was was taken out of very critical context.

In a shortened version of the clip, Conan O’Brien recounts to Aldrin a childhood memory of his family watching the astronauts walk on the moon.

“No, you didn’t,” Aldrin responds, seemingly contradicting O’Brien’s account. Later in the interview, however, Aldrin clarified that the moon landing itself was authentic, but the animated footage broadcast by TV stations at the time was not.

The National Air and Space Museum has explained that there was a $2.3-million camera on board to capture the real-life images that were sent back to Earth.

Nonetheless, Kardashian doubled down on her opinion when a producer on “The Kardashians” probed further.

“For the record, you think that we didn’t walk on the moon?” the producer asked.

“I don’t think we did. I think it was fake,” Kardashian said, adding that she’s seen several videos of Aldrin allegedly disputing the event.

“Why does Buzz Aldrin say it didn’t happen?” she said. “There’s no gravity on the moon. Why is the flag blowing? The shoes that they have in the museum that they wore on the moon is a different print in the photos. Why are there no stars?”

For what it’s worth, there is gravity on the moon, albeit about a sixth of what it is on Earth, give or take. Hence the footage of astronauts bouncing across the lunar surface but not flying off into space. As far as there being no breeze, NASA planned for the lack of one — a rod can be seen holding up the top of flag, because scientists knew the stars and stripes wouldn’t fly without one. And did we mention that Aldrin did not say it didn’t happen? Yes, we did. We did mention that.

To her credit, Kardashian was self-aware enough to add that people were “gonna say I’m crazy no matter what.”

She also encouraged viewers to look for themselves on Tiktok. Keep in mind, though, the accounts that regularly promote the moon-landing conspiracy theory are also fond of other mistaken notions, like saying the Earth is flat and aliens built the pyramids.



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Kate Moss, Isla Fisher, FKA Twigs and Sarah Paulson spotted leaving Kim Kardashian’s surprise 45th birthday in London

A HOST a A-listers were spotted leaving Kim Kardashian’s surprise 45th birthday party in London last night.

Model Kate Moss, Wedding Crashers actress Isla Fisher and singer FKA Twigs looked all partied out as they left the chic soiree.

Kate Moss looked all partied out as she left Kim Kardashian’s 45thi birthday bashCredit: Goff
Kim was seen rocking a barely-there frock as she braved rainy London last nightCredit: Splash
The US star also slipped into a second cream sheer corset for the eveningCredit: Splash
Model Kate was seen leaving the swanky eventCredit: Splash

The party was held at Kim’s close friend and photographer Mert Alas’ swanky London home.

Kim put on a showstopping look in not one but TWO sexy mini dresses.

She was seen rocking a cut-out frock with her chest barely covered by a some loose material, while her black underwear was on show.

The KUWTK star was surrounded by her entourage and a member of her team who shielded her with an umbrella as she braved rainy London on Wednesday.

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The outfit featured silver tassels at the bottom of the dress, while she accessorised with a black choker and some thin tights.

She then swapped to another skimpy outfit, this time a cream sheer panel corset-style frock with satin and lace detail around the bottom.

Kim looked like a lady on a mission as she celebrated her birthday with a group of very famous faces.

The private party guestlist included the likes of  fashion designer John Galliano, as did models Stella Maxwell and Kate Moss, and Naomi Watts.

Kate looked incredible in a black shift mini dress and satin longline coat with faux fur rim.

She was seen linking arms with a friend and was then snapped in the back of a taxi, looking ready for her bed.

The rest of the attendees also followed the all-black and satin theme look.

Sarah Paulson looked elegant in a black blazer and black satin trousers, while FKA Twigs wore a faux jacket and black satin trousers.

Kim’s entrepreneur mum Kris Jenner, who has recently wowed fans with her incredible new face, also made an appearance.

The momager opted for a black mini frock with tights and a matching coat.

While Isla Fisher was spotted wearing blue denim jeans, an orange t-shirt and a white blazer.

Earlier that day, Kim stunned on the red carpet at the All’s Fair premiere in London in a surprise trip to the UK.

The huge U.S. star just celebrated her 45th birthday at a strip club in Paris.

But she surprised fans as she jetted into the capital for last night’s Disney+ event at the Odeon in Leicester Square, joining a host of celebrities.

Joined by momager Kris, the Hollywood stars looked gorgeous in all-black, glamorous ensembles.

Vogue Williams and Fleur East were amongst the first stars to pose for snappers at the event.

Before her French birthday bash, the SKIMS founder attended the first All’s Fair premiere, also held in Paris.

Posting up a storm at the Maison de La Chimie on Tuesday, Kim looked amazing as she donned a form-fitting blue-hued silver number.

She had a plunging neckline and her black locks in a sleek updo.

Kris supported her daughter as she attended the premiere too, wearing a black and white gown, with her hair scooped up in a bun atop her head.

She also showed off her amazing facelift in the process while standing beside her daughter.

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Kim leads the cast in her second scripted series ever, following her acting debut in American Horror Story: Delicate in 2023.

FKA Twigs went all out in a faux fur jacket and satin trousersCredit: Splash
Momager Kris Jenner also rocked the all-black and satin themeCredit: Splash
Kate was seen leaving the home of Kim’s best pal and photographer Mert AlasCredit: Splash
Sarah Paulson looked chic in a blazer and satin trousersCredit: Splash
Kate opted for a mini dress and satin coatCredit: Splash
Isla Fisher was spotted wearing blue denim jeans and an orange t-shirtCredit: Splash

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Kim Kardashian shows off dramatic look with mum Kris Jenner at London premiere of Hulu’s All’s Fair

KIM Kardashian stunned on the red carpet at the All’s Fair premiere in London in a surprise trip to the UK.

The huge U.S. star just celebrated her 45th birthday at a strip club in Paris.

Kim stunned in an all-black ensembleCredit: Shutterstock Editorial
Her momager Kris joined her in the UKCredit: AP
Kim wore a gothic get-up at the eventCredit: AP
Kim joined co-stars Teyana Taylor (from left), Sarah Paulson, Niecy Nash, and Naomi WattsCredit: AP

Now she’s jetted into the capital for tonight’s Disney+ event at the Odeon in Leicester Square, joining a host of celebrities.

Joined by momager Kris Jenner, the Hollywood stars looked gorgeous in all-black, glamorous ensembles.

Vogue Williams and Fleur East were amongst the first stars to pose for snappers at the event.

Sarah Paulson, Ashley Roberts and Naomi Watts were also in attendance.

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Before her French birthday bash, the SKIMS founder attended the first All’s Fair premiere, also held in Paris.

Posting up a storm at the Maison de La Chimie on Tuesday, Kim looked amazing as she donned a form-fitting blue-hued silver number.

She had a plunging neckline and her black locks in a sleek updo.

Momager Kris Jenner supported her daughter as she attended the premiere too, wearing a black and white gown, with her hair scooped up in a bun atop her head.

She also showed off her amazing facelift in the process while standing beside her daughter.

All’s Fair, which premieres on Hulu on November 4, follows a team of successful female divorce attorneys who start their own practice in Los Angeles, California.

Kim leads the cast in her second scripted series ever, following her acting debut in American Horror Story: Delicate in 2023.

Yesterday, Kim headed to the cabaret club Crazy Horse in Paris to celebrate turning 45.

She wore a gold corset dress, which had a white miniskirt attached to it.

Kim’s incredible curves were on full display in a striking garment. The draped mini skirt and nude heels added a Grecian vibe to the look.

Crazy Horse is a legendary Parisian cabaret known for its sensual, artistic, and modern shows featuring all-female dancers.

The venue, housed in a former wine cellar, hosts a 90-minute show with a mix of avant-garde acts.

Vogue Williams was amongst the first on the red carpetCredit: Shutterstock Editorial
Fleur East wore red at the London premiereCredit: PA
Sarah Paulson looked glamorous in greenCredit: Getty
Ashley James wore an all-black latex numberCredit: PA
Ashley Roberts stunned in a grey denim-like ensembleCredit: PA

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Why Romeo’s reunion with girlfriend Kim Turnbull is proof there’s ‘no going back’ for Beckhams in Brooklyn & Nicola rift

WHEN you date one ­Beckham, you date the whole brood.

So make no mistake, news that middle son Romeo has reunited with Kim Turnbull after a five-month break is a ­significant development for everyone concerned.

Romeo has reunited with Kim Turnbull after a five-month break in a ­significant development for the family, the pair pictured at David Beckham’s 50th birthday bash in MayCredit: instagram
Romeo, 23, posted a cosy snap of him with Kim — confirming whispers they had reunited after he liked several of her Instagram snaps in recent weeksCredit: Instagram
Stunning Kim, a model and DJ, was blamed earlier for igniting the feud between the Beckhams and Brooklyn amid rumours the pair had datedCredit: kim_turnbull / Instagram
Brooklyn and his wife Nicola last year, before the family falloutCredit: Getty

After all, his former flame was blamed earlier this year for igniting the feud between the Beckhams and their eldest lad, Brooklyn.

It came as rumours swirled that she dated their first-born long before coupling up with his younger brother.

Reports suggested at the time that Brooklyn’s wife, Nicola Peltz-Beckham, felt “uncomfortable” around Kim and didn’t want her in the fold.

And although Kim vehemently denied that she and Brooklyn were ever an item, the pressure no doubt contributed to her decision to step away from the family circus in May.

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At the time, insiders argued that Kim and Romeo’s break was amicable and undramatic, and had nothing to do with soaring tensions with his now estranged brother.

But there is no denying that all the scrutiny had an impact, as Kim herself lashed out at the “harassment” and “lies” levelled against her.

Cut to this week and Romeo, 23, posted a cosy snap of himself with 24-year-old Kim, a model and DJ — seemingly confirming whispers they had reunited after he liked several of her Instagram snaps in recent weeks.

Once again, the implications for the family are huge.

Let’s remember, we are fast approaching a year since Brooklyn and Nicola were last pictured with the Beckhams, in December 2024.

Respectful silence

In the interim, their silent estrangement has been deafening, as they failed to publicly acknowledge David’s 50th birthday in May or his long-hoped-for knighthood the following month.

Likewise, they did not blink as Victoria won plaudits for her Paris Fashion Week show and launched her self-titled Netflix documentary series earlier this month.

Likewise, they did not blink as Victoria won plaudits for her Paris Fashion Week show and launched her self-titled Netflix documentary series earlier this month.

What Brooklyn and Nicola did do was loudly declare their devotion to one another.

But now that David and Victoria have implicitly co-signed on Romeo’s reunion with Kim, insiders say there really is “no going back”.

If Brooklyn and Nicola were testing his parents’ loyalty, Kim’s proud return to the family fold says a lot.

Consider again the tenets of the Beckham clan. As we know, the family comes as a package deal and — like the monarchy — it is built on hierarchy, bloodlines and loyalty.

If Brooklyn and Nicola were testing his parents’ loyalty, Kim’s proud return to the family fold says a lot

Try to overstep your status or stage a coup and you will be cast out quicker than you can say, “Bend it like Beckham”.

But align yourself with the status quo — and the brand — and the pay-off can be huge.

Just look at Jackie Apostel, the girlfriend of their youngest son Cruz, who has been flying the flag for the next gen Beckham Wags in recent months.

Earlier this week, Victoria and David, who are also parents to Harper, 14, wished Jackie a happy 30th birthday on Instagram — with Victoria declaring, “We all love you” and David calling her “a very special person inside and out”.

This follows Jackie’s dutiful dedication to her would-be in-laws over the past year.

She cheered Victoria on in Paris, and also walked the red carpet with the brood at the premiere of Vic’s Netflix series.

Eldest son Brooklyn is noticeably absent from January’s family snap of Romeo, Victoria, Harper, David and Cruz

Over the summer, she was a mainstay on their £16million yacht in St Tropez and the Amalfi Coast.

And, of course, she was dressed to the nines in a Victoria Beckham number at David’s black-tie 50th bash.

Notably, Kim was also in attendance at that star-studded event — also dressed in Victoria Beckham threads.

But it proved to be her last public outing with the clan as, just weeks later, reports emerged that she and Romeo had split after some seven months together.

At the time, scrutiny was at an all-time high over Brooklyn and Nicola’s shocking snub of David’s big birthday events. Meanwhile, reports swirled from Nicola’s camp that she was fuming over Kim’s omnipresence.

And Brooklyn has since made it clear countless times that his wife comes first. He doubled down on that message in May, calling Nicola his “whole world” and writing in a gushing tribute: “I always choose you baby.”

Most recently, he said in an interview at the Ryder Cup celebrity golf match: “There’s always going to be people saying negative things, but I have a very supportive wife.

“Me and her — we just do our thing, we just keep our heads down and work. And we’re happy.”

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While it was widely reported that Brooklyn and Kim had dated when she was 17 and he was 16, those rumours were dispelled.

Cruz was first to rubbish the claims on Instagram. When one fan commented under a photo of Romeo and Kim, “It’s appropriate to date your brother’s ex too? Cool”, Cruz bluntly responded: “Brooklyn and Kim never dated.”

Then, in the immediate aftermath of her break-up from Romeo, Kim took the matter into her own hands. She wrote on Instagram in June: “I’ve avoided speaking on this topic to prevent adding fuel to the fire, however it’s come to a point where I feel the need to address it.

“I will not continue to receive harassment or be embarrassed on the basis of lies, to fit a certain narrative.

“I have never been romantically involved in ANY capacity at ANY point with the person in question.”

She then took a step away from the famous family.

But, crucially, she has maintained a respectful silence since.

And that has undoubtedly made her return to the fold all the more seamless.

Meanwhile, in August, Brooklyn and Nicola went for the jugular, holding an elaborate vow renewal ceremony that demonstrably erased the Beckhams from the narrative. Nicola’s billionaire father Nelson Peltz presided over proceedings, while the “bride” wore her mother Claudia’s wedding dress.

She and Brooklyn then spent the summer holidaying with her family on their £85million yacht in Europe — casting a large shadow over the Beckhams’ relatively smaller vessel.

The message was clear: Nicola does not plan to walk in Victoria’s shadow; instead, she is ready to leave her in-laws in the shade.

All this has, of course, been devastating for Victoria.

But her one saving grace has been the people she has supporting her.

Perhaps, surprisingly, it is singer Jackie who has devotedly cemented herself in recent months as the de facto daughter-in-law.

As a pay-off, she is now living the gilded life that only those in the Beckhams’ inner circle enjoy.

She has become one of Victoria’s most valued brand ambassadors, and recently had the honour of promoting her beauty brand online.

What’s more, she has landed lucrative ads for brands including Dior Sauvage, Sol De Janeiro and Jimmy Choo, and signed deals with the likes of Burberry and Summer Fridays.

Playing by the rules

Experts say she can now earn £10,000 per sponsored post.

As well as finding love, Jackie, who grew up in Brazil, has been granted access to an exclusive world and is playing by the rules.

Now, provided that Kim treads the same path, there is no reason why she should not also be fully welcomed back into the fold — and get to enjoy certain perks along the way.

She herself is no stranger to the gilded life of a well-heeled clan.

Raised in North London, she is part of the bohemian Turnbull dynasty and — as a teenager — socialised with the likes of Brooklyn and fellow nepo baby, Madonna’s son Rocco Ritchie.

Following Kim and Romeo’s tacit soft launch as a reunited couple this week, Kim has kept sensibly quiet on Instagram

Her grandfather was the renowned post-war sculptor and painter William Turnbull, whose work has been exhibited at galleries including London’s Tate.

Meanwhile, her dad Alex founded influential hip-hop label Ronin Records and is a longtime member of the post-punk band, 23 Skidoo.

As a DJ and influencer, Kim already has some high-profile events under her belt.

But being closely associated, for the right reasons, with one of showbiz’s most famous families will only help her career.

Following Kim and Romeo’s tacit soft launch as a reunited couple this week, Kim has kept sensibly quiet on Instagram.

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But it is only a matter of time before we see her hit the red carpet, dressed once more in Victoria Beckham fineries.

It’s a case of date one, date them all. But always play by the rules.

Cruz with girlfriend Jackie Apostel, who Beckhams welcomed to the foldCredit: Getty

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Kylie Jenner’s dog Norman dies at 12 as heartbroken star pays emotional tribute: ‘It’s hard losing you’

KYLIE Jenner’s dog Norman has died at 12 as the heartbroken star paid tribute to her pet with a touching post.

Kylie, 28, revealed on Wednesday, October 22 that her beloved dog Norman has died.

Kylie Jenner revealed a family loss on Wednesday over social mediaCredit: Hulu
Kylie shared an emotional tribute for her late dog NormanCredit: Instagram/kyliejenner
Norman died at age 12Credit: kyliejenner/Instagram

She captioned a series of sweet photos, “In Loving Memory of My Sweet Norman.

“I still remember the day I brought you home. I had never loved anything so much. I always wanted an Italian Greyhound growing up, but my mommy never let me have one. Then, right after I turned 17, I got you for Christmas, and it was the best gift I could have ever received.”

Kylie added that her pooch has “filled” her live with “pure joy.”

She continued to pen, “Almost 13 years old, and yet I know I’ll remember you far longer than the time we got to share. I wish I wasn’t writing this post. I knew you were getting older, and I tried to prepare myself, but it’s hard losing you norm. It makes me happy knowing my kids got to meet you and love you.”

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Kylie is mom to daughter Stormi, 7, and son Aire, 3.

Kylie ended the caption, “My sweet Normyyyy. My heart aches for you. Rest in peace, my precious Normandle. I love you forever.”

In the photo collage, Kylie shared photos of her dog Norman through the years.

In one snap, Norman had his paw on Kylie in bed, as wrote on the picture, “Me and Norman forever.”

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In another snap, Norman was dressed up for Christmas with her other pooch.

Kylie also shared a photo of her daughter Stormi petting Norman and her son Aire playing with him as well.

LOVED ONES’ SUPPORT

The last photo was of three flower arrangements, likely from loved ones sending their condolences.

Loved ones also flooded the comments, as her cousin Natalie wrote, “I’m so so sorry Ky. May Norman rest in peace in doggy heaven.”

Friend Amelia Gray wrote, “NORMYYYYYYYY we love you so much.”

Another pal wrote, “Love u forever normi bear.”

PET LOVER

Kylie has posted Norman often throughout the years on her social media.

She owns around seven dogs, including Italian Greyhounds and Dachshunds.

She also has a bunny and chicken.

Another one of Kylie’s familiar pooches is her Greyhound Bambi.

In February 2021, Kylie debuted her new dog Kevin to her social media followers.

Kylie has kept busy recently, as she launched a pop music career with her debut single Fourth Strike.

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This comes after the new teaser trailer for the upcoming season of The Kardashians dropped.

The new season will premiere on Thursday on Hulu.

Kylie mourned the loss of her Greyhound after nearly 13 years togetherCredit: kyliejenner/Instagram

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Kendall Jenner shows off her flexibility in red look as she poses with futuristic face mask in new beauty campaign

SUPERMODEL Kendall Jenner gives a brand a leg up in an ad campaign — for a beauty mask.

She posed with her limb in the air for Therabody’s LED TheraFace Mask Glo, which is said to reduce the signs of ageing.

Stunning Kendall Jenner posed with her limb in the air for Therabody’s LED TheraFace Mask GloCredit: Therabody
Kendall says she has been a long time fan of Therabody productsCredit: Therabody

Kendall said: “I’ve been using Therabody products for years, and I love anything that can help me feel and look my best. I started with the Theragun Mini and have used a number of their products.

“I was excited when the brand asked me to try the new LED mask. I’m always open to trying new products and treatments that are recommended to me by professionals.

“I absolutely love learning, especially about any superficial or natural anti-aging tricks. I’m a lot more focused on consistency and being gentle with my skin.”

Earlier in the year, the telly favourite wore a zip-up top and cycling shorts as she modelled for activewear brand Adanola.

JENNER-ATING BUZZ

Kendall and Kylie Jenner put on a stunning display at Paris Fashion Week

Kendall also has deals with fashion house FWRD, where one of her dresses, costs £2,618.

The fashion icon is one of the most in-demand models in the world, and she recently insisted she’s got no plans to stop anytime soon.

But, speaking to French Vogue, Kendall confessed she was thinking about starting a family one day.

“I dream, above all, of longevity. Even when I’m older, I hope people will still think of me,” she said.

“I’d like to stay in the limelight as the years go by… I would love to have a family, become a mother and have children.”

‘I love anything that can help me feel and look my best’, said the modelCredit: Therabody
The mask is said to reduce the signs of ageingCredit: Therabody

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Kim Kardashian admits she doesn’t know the price of a carton of milk as fans blast billionaire as ‘out of touch’

KIM Kardashian has sensationally admitted that she doesn’t know the price of a carton of milk.

Fans have now blasted the 44-year-old fashion mogul and billionaire as ‘out of touch’ for not knowing how much simple groceries cost.

Kim Kardashian has made a candid confession – but fans think she’s ‘out of touch’Credit: You Tube/Call Her Daddy
She confessed how she does not know how much a carton of milk isCredit: YouTube/Fergie
She previously starred in Fergie’s music video while getting showered in milkCredit: YouTube/Fergie

Appearing on Alex Cooper’s Call Her Daddy podcast, Kim opened up about how much money she spends on beauty products before dropping her bombshell confession.

Alex asked Kim how much she spends on her glam routine.

She responded, “If I’m filming my show, then they pay for it.

“If I’m working, then they pay for it.

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“So, I try to get it all paid for so that I don’t personally have to pay for it.”

The billionaire, who is said to be worth over $1.7billion, then confessed she doesn’t have a concept on what things tend to cost.

Making the candid confession on the podcast, she said, “I mean, I don’t have a concept of what like certain simple things cost.”

She added, “I’d like I’d like to know a little bit more about what a milk carton cost.”

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‘SO OUT OF TOUCH’

On Reddit, one person reacted, “I cant believe she doesnt know the price of a carton of milk! so out of touch.”

Meanwhile, on X, someone else said, “Awww poor rich girl.”

“A million on beauty but clueless about basic groceries? Sounds like priorities are wildly skewed,” penned another.

Kim later confessed to Alex that she wasn’t sure how much her glam costs each year, but said it could be one million dollars before saying how “this hair isn’t cheap”.

Kim’s “out of touch” comment about the price of a carton of milk comes after the reality star has posed while drinking milk on several occasions.

She famously appeared in Fergie’s music video for the hit M.I.L.F. $.

In the video, Kim could be seen drinking milk while donning a sexy ensemble.

She has also posed while drinking milk for various photoshoots in the past, too.

NEW SEASON OF THE KARDASHIANS

This comes after the new teaser trailer for the upcoming season of The Kardashians dropped earlier this week.

Dropping on October 23, season seven will see familiar faces return to their reality roots, as well as huge and scary revelations coming to light.

The season seven trailer dropped earlier this month, with the show’s Instagram account writing alongside it, “A whole different beast.

“Season 7 of #TheKardashians premieres October 23 on @hulu and with #HuluOnDisneyPlus.”

In the trailer, Kim teases, “Some familiar faces are back.”

Khloe then asks, “Is Bob here?” with Robert seen in the shot.

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Caitlyn is also seen in the trailer, with her donning sweat pants and a sweater with sunglasses covering her eyes.

Elsewhere in the trailer, it is revealed somebody close to Kim “put a hit out on her life”.

She famously appeared in Fergie’s music video for the hit M.I.L.F. $Credit: YouTube/Fergie

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The ‘ugly, weird’ trend Nicky Hambleton-Jones calls a ‘style crime’ even though Gemma Collins & Kim Kardashian love it

Style queen Nicky Hambleton-Jones, former presenter of the Channel 4 show, 10 Years Younger, and author of a new book, Bolder Not Older, tells Natalie Clarke that the celebrity fad for hanging Labubus off designer bags is not only childish, but a style crime…

The latest must-have fashion item among A-listers isn’t a Hermes Birkin handbag, Gucci belt or Cartier watch. No, it’s a tacky little monster that you can buy for 20 quid.

Illustration of a fluffy white Labubu doll with a shiny face and large, sparkly eyes, wearing a rabbit-eared hood and small black bat wings, standing on an ancient-looking stone structure with pillars and clouds in the background.

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The celebrity fad for hanging Labubus off designer bags is not only childish, but a style crime, says Nicky Hambleton-JonesCredit: Supplied
Nicky Hambleton-Jones smiling at a photocall.

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Nicky is former presenter of the Channel 4 show, 10 Years Younger, and author of a new book, Bolder Not OlderCredit: Getty

I’m talking about Labubus. If you haven’t heard of them, prepare to find them on your child’s Christmas wish list.

And when I say child, I mean grown-up child, as it’s adults who are jumping on this weird, ­juvenile trend.

I’ll say it, I hate Labubus. Of all the bag charms out there, they’ve got to be the worst. I think they are ugly, really, really ugly. And because they’re so ugly they’re noticeable, right?

It’s a fad, of course, feeding the demand for plastic tat.

Like with most trends, celebrities are fuelling it.

The celebrity who seems to have started it all is Lisa, one of the band members from South Korean girl group Blackpink.

She has a Labubu hanging off her Louis Vuitton bag.

She recently wore a Labubu-themed outfit on stage and is so mad on Labubus it’s been said she has become Labubu — whatever that means.

Then we’ve got Rihanna, who has also been seen with Labubus on her Louis ­Vuitton bag.

Dua Lipa has put grey and pink Labubus on a designer red bag.

Ghastly charms

Lady Gaga had one custom made, a Labubu with a red outfit that matched her outfit from her Abracadabra music video.

She put the Labubu on her black Hermes bag.

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Even Cher has been seen out and about with the childish charm hanging off her bag.

Reality TV stars love them too — from Kim Kardashian to Gemma Collins and Olivia Attwood.

Olivia had a Labubu-themed birthday party in May where she bought the dolls for each of her 100 guests.

They’re everywhere — hanging off designer bags which are meant to be discreet and understated, quiet luxury.

Labubus are juvenile and gauche.

Putting these ghastly charms on covetable luxury goes against everything designer labels represent.

My kids find their faces quite scary, it’s not something they want in their bedroom

Natalie

The Labubu is the complete opposite of the aesthetic a designer bag represents.

It kills the luxury element, and some of these celebrities have so many Labubus you can’t even see the handbag due to the visual clutter.

I beg, please take them off!

Labubus are for kids — and if your child is under the age of 18 and asking for one for Christmas, then fair play, I guess.

But children don’t seem to be jumping on this bandwagon as much as adults.

Dua Lipa arriving at JFK Airport, wearing a white coat, grey joggers, Ugg boots, and a NY Yankees hat.

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Singer Dua Lipa with a Labubu strapped to her bagCredit: Goff
Lady Gaga wearing sunglasses and a black suit as a dress while carrying coffee.

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Lady Gaga has a red LabubuCredit: BackGrid

My kids find their faces quite scary, it’s not something they want in their bedroom.

These things are menacing-looking plushy toys with strange, pointy teeth and rabbit ears.

The character was created by Kasing Lung, a Hong Kong-born illustrator, in 2015.

It was one of a number of characters called The Monsters who featured in his graphic novels.

Labubu is a kind but mischievous elf who lives in a mythical forest.

She is well-meaning but has an unfortunate habit of getting into trouble.

In 2019 the Chinese company Pop Mart began selling Labubu and the other Monsters online, but it was Labubu who, for some reason, grabbed everyone’s attention.

There are lots of versions, sold as a series, such as the Big Into Energy, Coca-Cola and Lazy Yoga series.

Often, you don’t know which Labubu is inside the box when you buy it, so there is an element of surprise.

Paris Hilton smiling while holding a brown Labubu toy, surrounded by several other Pop Mart Labubu plush toys.

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Paris Hilton with her many LabubusCredit: instagram/@parishilton

And, of course, they have become collectables.

You can pick one up from Pop Mart from around £16, with prices ranging up to about £80 or so, but they sell out quickly and people will resell them for hundreds of pounds.

It’s trendy, it’s the new hot thing. It’s very clever. People go crazy for them.

In May, a fight broke out among customers at Pop Mart’s store at Westfield shopping centre in Stratford, East London, and the retailer removed the toys from all 16 of its shops until June “to prevent any potential safety issues”.

There’s nothing charming about these little gremlins

Natalie

My issue with celebrities wearing them as part of their outfits is that they are doing it to jump on the hype — possibly for social media likes — and they are fuelling this frenzy around cheap plastic tat.

The socialite Paris Hilton was photographed giving Labubus to her children.

Even Paris’s mum Kathy has one! And David Beckham posted a picture of a brown Labubu which his daughter Harper bought him.

Now ordinary people who can’t afford a Birkin are buying a Labubu to get a piece of the ­celebrity lifestyle — it’s a statement accessory that most people can afford.

But it kills the idea of quality, of good fabric and conscious shopping.

If you can’t get hold of a Labubu, you can easily buy a counterfeit, a Lafufu, for as little as £2.50.

These dupes are almost as popular as the real thing, but can be dangerous for kids, as they might not have been through the same safety checks.

There’s no escaping them. They should be locked up in kids’ bedrooms, not displayed on the bags of grown adults.

The clue is in the name — bag charm.

But there’s nothing charming about these little gremlins.

I give it a year before all these Labubus are filling up landfill sites.

Rihanna in a blue sweatsuit carrying a Louis Vuitton bag after returning from a Caribbean vacation.

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Rihanna snapped with a pink LabubuCredit: Goff
Blackpink Lisa flaunting her Labubu plushies.

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Blackpink’s Lisa with her Labubu-clad bagCredit: instagram/lalalalisa_m
Gemma Collins in a yellow feather-trimmed outfit holding up two collectible dolls in a Pop Mart store.

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Gemma Collins shows off a grey LabubuCredit: Threads

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Kim Kardashian, Kris Jenner sue Ray J for ‘false’ RICO claims

Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner are taking legal action to snuff out accusations that they are the subjects of a federal criminal racketeering investigation — claims publicized by the former’s ex-boyfriend Ray J.

Attorneys for the “Kardashians” reality stars and businesswomen sued the “One Wish” singer Wednesday for defamation and false light publicity. The 13-page complaint, filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court, stems from numerous comments Ray J made this year about his old flame and her family in a TMZ documentary and on a Twitch livestream.

“Ray J’s public statements are blatantly false,” the lawsuit says. “No such federal investigation exists; no law enforcement agency has initiated any criminal proceedings or investigations related to racketeering charges against Ms. Kardashian or Ms. Jenner; and no credible evidence whatsoever supports these inflammatory allegations.”

Neither representatives for the “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” alumnae nor Ray J (born Ray Norwood Jr.) immediately responded to requests for comment.

The complaint alleges that Ray J — younger brother to singer-actor Brandy — first publicly suggested the mother-daughter duo’s involvement in a RICO investigation in May 2025, when he appeared in the TMZ documentary “United States vs. Sean Combs: Inside the Diddy Trial.” The TMZ special chronicled the developments in the rap and alcohol-branding mogul’s high-profile federal sex-trafficking case. The 44-year-old singer linked Combs’ case to his ex-girlfriend and her famous family, stating in the special, “If you told me that the Kardashians was being charged for racketeering, I might believe it,” the lawsuit says.

Attorneys for Jenner, 69, and Kardashian, 44, allege Ray J’s comment “was designed to plant the seed in the public mind” that the reality stars are comparable to Combs, who was accused of drugging women, violence against ex-girlfriend Casandra “Cassie” Ventura and orchestrating orgies known as “freakoffs.” “To date, Ray J has not retracted his knowingly false and disparaging statement,” the lawsuit says.

Months after appearing on the TMZ special, Ray J doubled down on his claims during a Twitch livestream with rapper Chrisean Rock in late September. The “Sexy Can I” musician declared last week, “The federal RICO I’m about to drop on Kris and Kim is about to be crazy,” according to court documents. During the livestream Ray J also allegedly said “the feds is coming, there’s nothing I can do about it” and claimed the stars’ supposed RICO case is “worse than Diddy[‘s].”

“I’m talking about, I’m on the news every day. I’m gonna say a lot of s—,” he said about the scale of the RICO case, the complaint says.

Elsewhere in the livestream, he urged his followers: “Anybody that is cool with Kim, they need to tell her now, the rain is coming, the feds is coming.”

Infamously, Kardashian and Ray J were an item in the early 2000s. Though they broke up in 2006, their sex tape was leaked in 2007, the same year “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” premiered on E!

Attorneys for Jenner and Kardashian cast Ray J’s accusations as his latest attempts to stay relevant. The lawsuit alleges he has a history of “making false, sensationalized claims about high-profile individuals” to gain attention, citing an online incident with rapper Sexxy Red. Earlier this year, Ray J hinted he got intimate with the “Sticky” rapper. He apologized for the claim and clarified that they just sat near each other on the same flight. “I went out of control and I said that I slept with Sexxy Red,” he said.

The lawsuit says Jenner and Kardashian — who recently completed her legal training — “suffered reputational harm” that has taken and will continue to take a professional toll. They are seeking a jury trial and an unspecified amount in damages exceeding $35,000.

As news of the lawsuit spread Wednesday, Ray J seemingly stood firm in his accusations. In a video shared to his Instagram story Wednesday, he asserted, “I’m not about to be silenced.” He also said he spoke with Jenner-Kardashian attorney Alex Spiro, who allegedly asked him “crazy questions,” including whether he spoke to “feds.”

“Honestly, like, y’all should be super scared because I’m not backing down. I’m tired of it,” Ray J continued. “The rain is coming, there’s nothing you can do about it.”

In another Instagram story shared Wednesday evening, he announced to followers that he would be going live on Twitch at 2 a.m., “that’s 5 o’clock New York Time, perfect time for ‘The Breakfast Club’ to be stalking my page and see what I’m gonna say.”

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John Torode ‘directed N-word at member of staff on Masterchef set as well as singing Kanye West song’, claims insider

JOHN Torode directed the N-word at staff member as well as singing it in a Kanye West song, claimed a source.

We reported yesterday how the MasterChef star, 59, repeated lyrics from Gold Digger, which contain the racial slur, at an after-work ­gathering six or seven years ago.

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The BBC sacked Torode this week for using an “extremely offensive racist term”Credit: PA
Judges John Torode and Gregg Wallace on Celebrity MasterChef.

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Gregg Wallace has also been fired after the report upheld 45 of 83 allegations against himCredit: BBC
John Torode and Gregg Wallace at a book launch.

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Insiders claimed the pair “were never friends” when filming endedCredit: PA

Torode is said to have used the word again while ­chatting to a pal on the BBC show’s production team – who did not take offence.

Torode, who vehemently denies ever using the N-word, is “utterly devastated” by the accusations and has “absolutely no recollection”.

He was sacked this week after an investigation by the Beeb and production company Banijay – which also saw former co-host Gregg Wallace axed for inappropriate behaviour.

However, the BBC has how revealed the second incident was not the one reported and led to a complaint.

The allegation was actually in reference to an incident that unfolded a year before.

An insider claimed Torode used the “extremely offensive racist term” on set after filming a MasterChef episode.

It was allegedly directed towards a member of staff.

And, there were eight further complaints lodged against Torode, which ranged from alleged racist comments, sexual remarks and abusive language towards junior production employees.

But, they were not upheld due to lack of evidence.

The report has also highlighted a complaint against a third unnamed person for swearing.

MasterChef Hosts in Feud: Gregg Wallace vs John Torode

According to the BBC, this is in reference to a senior exec on the show.

The company also lifted the lid on Torode and Wallace’s partnership and how the on-screen pals were “never friends” behind the scenes.

An ex-staffer claimed: “Clearly they had a good chemistry when the cameras were rolling. But you rarely saw them interact when the cameras were off.

“And when Gregg was saying inappropriate things like that, John held his counsel. I never saw him step in.”

John Torode and Gregg Wallace, MasterChef judges.

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Wallace unfollowed Torode and his wife after the investigation was launched last yearCredit: BBC
John Torode and Gregg Wallace, judges on Celebrity MasterChef.

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The investigation also looked into eight further complaints against Torode, but they were dismissedCredit: BBC

Torode himself admitted “we’ve never been friends. We’ve not been to each other’s houses”, in 2017.

He even confessed to the Mirror there had been “a couple of standoffs” which left Torode walking away from his co-star.

When allegations about Wallace came to light last year, Torode’s lack of support was glaringly obvious.

In his brief statement, he said the “thought of anyone who has appeared on our show not having a brilliant experience is awful to hear”.

It was enough to reportedly make Wallace “furious” and led to the chef unfollowing him and his co-host’s wife Lisa Faulkner.

MASTERCHEF SCANDAL TIMELINE

2005 to 2011: Problems with MasterChef began way back in the mid-2000s, with 27 substantiated claims made against host Gregg Wallace regarding alleged incidents in this period, according to a report by law firm Lewis Silkin.

Most of these were related to sexually explicit comments, although one allegation of unwanted physical contact in this period was also substantiated.

The same report found there was a failure by the production company to retain records of any actions taken during this time.

2012 to 2018: Another 17 allegations were upheld from this period, according to the report.

The production company behind MasterChef investigated an allegation about Wallace’s behaviour in 2015 – but he was not made aware of the complaint.

In 2016, the production company merged with Endemol, introducing more formal policies as well as regular training and anonymous reporting lines.

The BBC intervened in response to a complaint in 2017, after which Wallace was then warned to change his behaviour.

2019 to 2024: One substantiated complaint about an inappropriate comment was from this time period.

November 2024: Wallace faces allegations of inappropriate sexual comments from 13 people across a 17-year period on a range of TV shows.

He steps away from presenting MasterChef while Banijay – the show’s production company – announces it will conduct an external review to “fully and impartially investigate” the claims against him.

Some of these allegations included Wallace “talking openly about his sex life, taking his top off in front of a female worker saying he wanted to ‘give her a fashion show’, and telling a junior female colleague he was not wearing any boxer shorts under his jeans”.

Banijay UK also confirms it has appointed law firm Lewis Silkin to lead the investigation into Wallace’s alleged behaviour.

December 2024: Wallace posts a video on Instagram which claims accusations against him making sexual comments towards staff and guests have come from “middle-class women of a certain age”.

His remarks are widely panned as “inappropriate and misogynistic”, causing Wallace to apologise for any “offence” or “upset” he caused with his remarks, saying he will “take some time out”.

Co-host John Torode says he “loves being part of” the show and “will continue to be a part of it”.
July 8 to 9, 2025: Wallace is sacked as MasterChef presenter following an enquiry into his alleged misconduct by Banijay.

In an Instagram post, the former greengrocer claimed he had been cleared of the “most serious and sensational accusations” against him, ahead of the published review.

He also said he recognised that some of his humour and language was inappropriate “at times” and apologised for this.

July 14, 2025: Lewis Silkin publishes its report, on behalf of Banijay.

It says that a total of 45 out of the 83 allegations made against Wallace during his time on the show were substantiated, including one allegation of “unwelcome physical contact”.

It concludes that the “majority of the substantiated allegations against Wallace related to inappropriate sexual language and humour”, adding that “a smaller number of allegations of other inappropriate language and being in a state of undress were also substantiated”.

In the wake of the report’s findings, Banijay says that “Wallace’s return to MasterChef (is) untenable”.

July 15, 2025: Co-host Torode is sacked after allegedly making a racist remark while on the show.

BBC bosses axe the TV host and slam an “extremely offensive” term, which was raised in the bombshell report into Gregg Wallace’s “inappropriate behaviour”.

Torode says the comment – which the report attributed to an unnamed person – referred to him, but added: “I have absolutely no recollection of this, and I do not believe that it happened.”

This comes after a source told The Sun Torode is in “a pretty bad way — he’s feeling very fragile” since being sacked this week.

Melbourne-born John moved to the UK in 1991 and started working in London restaurants including Quaglino’s.

It was there he met greengrocer Wallace, who provided their veg.

He started cooking on This Morning in 1996 before he and Wallace began hosting the revamped MasterChef in 2005.

But the host was only spoken to by a representative from legal firm Lewis Silkin at the end of June as part of the inquiry into his ­MasterChef co-host Gregg Wallace.

A source added: “One of the allegations is that he said the N-word while repeating Kanye’s Gold Digger song during a gathering with his colleagues when filming had ended. John is adamant he would never have used the N-word and only knows the radio version of the song which says, ‘Now I ain’t sayin’ she a gold digger, but she ain’t messin’ with no broke, broke’. The clean version of the song is the only one he knows.

“The person who raised the complaint didn’t say anything at the time. So John only found out a few weeks ago that this issue had been raised.

“This has hit him like a ton of bricks as he does not recall it.

“He insists he would never have repeated the N-word in those lyrics because he only knows the radio edit of that song.”

Those close to Torode have criticised the BBC’s handling of his departure, with his representatives only being made aware his contract wasn’t being renewed after the BBC press office released a statement.

A source added: “John is devastated by all of this. He is being supported by his wife Lisa and friends. They’re keeping him close because he has really been struggling.

“John abhors this kind of language and does not recall ever reciting a racist slur in a lyric, or directing one to someone he considered a friend at work.

“He adored MasterChef. It was a huge part of his life. To have it all ending like this is awful.”

Wallace, 60, was also officially sacked this week by the BBC and Banijay after an independent investigation was carried out into allegations of bad behaviour on the show between 2005 and 2024.

A total of 45 out of 83 allegations were upheld.

The majority were inappropriate sexual language.

One related to unwanted touching.

BBC boss Tim Davie has since broke his silence on the future of MasterChef following the scandal.

He said: “I absolutely think it does, I think a great programme that’s loved by audiences is much bigger than individuals.

“It absolutely can survive and prosper, but we’ve got to make sure we’re in the right place in terms of the culture of the show.”

The Sun revealed that the final MasterChef series, with Wallace and Torode as hosts, will air “once the dust has settled”.

Meanwhile, Torode’s wife Lisa Faulkner has revealed “I don’t read anything about us” as she opened up about her six-year marriage.

What did the report find?

FORTY-five allegations made against Gregg Wallace during his time on MasterChef, including one of “unwelcome physical contact”, were found to have been substantiated.

An independent report commissioned by production company Banijay assessed 83 allegations against Wallace.

The report substantiated:

– Twelve claims he made inappropriate jokes and innuendo;

– Sixteen reports he made sexually explicit comments;

– Two allegations that he made sexualised comments to or about someone;

– Four complaints that he made culturally insensitive or racist comments;

– Three claims that he was in a state of undress;

– Seven allegations of bullying;

– One allegation of unwanted touching.

The allegations span from 2005 to 2024

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Khloé Kardashian’s plastic surgeries and cosmetic work revealed

Khloé Kardashian is setting the record straight — and giving credit where it’s due — about the plastic surgery and cosmetic work she’s had done after a London-based surgeon rattled off a list of suspected surgeries in honor of the reality star’s 41st birthday.

Dr. Jonathan Betteridge had a rather suspicious mind: He told followers in an Instagram Reel that he believed Kardashian had undergone a brow lift, an upper-eyelid lift, a nose job, a chin implant, a facelift and a neck lift for “overall tightness and definition” and lip filler.

Referring to side-by-side photos of Kardashian from a while back and from the recent Bezos-Sánchez wedding in Venice, Betteridge said she “looks dramatically different from a few years ago, and whether you see it as glow-up or glam makeover, there’s no denying she’s created a bold new look for herself.”

Then he added a disclaimer, saying he had no personal knowledge of what Kardashian had done and was purely speculating, albeit as a professional.

He also asked people to offer their opinions and voila, along came Khloé.

“I take this as a great compliment! first off I think these photos are about 15 years apart, But here’s a list of things that I have done. I’ve been very open in the past about what I have done so here we go,” Kardashian wrote in a comment.

And it turns out the doc’s speculation was mostly wrong.

Here’s what Kardashian copped to: a nose job. “Laser Hair” for the hairline and “everywhere else,” which we assume means laser hair removal. Botox and Sculptra injectables on her right cheek after she had a melanoma tumor removed. Collagen baby threads under her chin and neck. Sofwave laser treatment for skin tightening.

She lost 80 pounds slowly over time, she said, and has had fillers but not in the past few years. (“I hear it never goes away,” she wrote, “so I’m sure it’s still there but calmed down.”)

Also, in addition to “regular facials, peptides, vitamins and daily skin care,” Kardashian said she gets salmon sperm facials.

Giggle or not — it’s your choice. We giggled. Turns out said facials are all the rage.

She added that in 2025 “there are many other things we can do before surgery but when it’s time, and if I choose to, I know some great doctors.”

Kardashian has indeed been open about her cosmetic work over the years, talking about her nose job in 2021 and saying in 2023 that she hadn’t used diabetic medicine to take off what was about 60 pounds at the time. “Let’s not discredit my years of working out,” she wrote in reply to one Ozempic accusation. “I get up 5 days a week at 6am to train. Please stop with your assumptions. I guess new year still means mean people.”

In her list, the reality star credited all her providers as well.

Kardashian’s youngest sister, Kylie Jenner, also recently got candid on social media about her plastic surgery, revealing to a TikTok user the details of her breast augmentation.



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Kanye West ‘paid’ Bianca Censori $100k to wear candy bra and thong in NYC after she ‘first told him no’

KANYE West has resorted to paying wife Bianca Censori to wear her head-turning outfits, a source close to the couple has told The U.S. Sun. 

Bianca, 30, is never shy and has continually shocked onlookers with her barely-there outfits.

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Onlookers at the Grammys earlier this year were left stunned by Bianca’s lookCredit: Mega

BUSINESS PROPOSITION

But when she stepped out in New York City at the weekend in a scarcely believable candy bra and thong set paired with silver stilettos, Bianca took her wild wardrobe to the next level.

An insider, however, has told The U.S. Sun said that the controversial rapper’s “obsession” with outfit ideas for his wife has forced him to fork out up to $400,000 to make it all happen. 

The sugary set ended up costing Kanye $100,000, per the source. 

The source claimed the idea was pitched earlier in the week and Bianca refused point-blank unless her husband paid up.

Ye, added the insider, is dressing her up in the most extravagant outfits to not only keep his “edgy persona” firmly in the public eye, but to make sure everyone thinks “she’s the sexiest woman alive.”

It’s not the first time Bianca’s body has doubled as a billboard.

Last week in Los Angeles, she strutted through the streets in a sheer nude bodysuit with no bra and furry white boots. 

The outfit left little to the imagination—and jaws on the floor.

“Bianca has figured out how to turn all this into her advantage,” the source told The U.S. Sun. “A lot of the outfits aren’t to her taste. But she tells him she will wear them – if she’s paid.”

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PAY TO PLAY

Kanye was reportedly upset initially but is now happy to oblige.

He allegedly wanted to offer his wife of two years a yearly salary. 

But the Australian born beauty prefers to be paid on a “per look or event” basis.

“She’s essentially monetizing her image,” added the source who believes she has made almost $3 million since the arrangement started and was paid $120,000 to join her husband in a naked dress at the Grammys in February.

Bianca allegedly draws the line at anything political and some ideas have been turned down.

She doesn’t want to be tied to some of the distasteful social media posts which have effectively seen Kanye cancelled in most parts of the world.

There was an alleged attempt to wear something with a political message tied to his disgraced friend Sean “Diddy” Combs – but it was shut down immediately.

But the 30 year-old knows just how valuable she is to keeping him relevant and in the spotlight. 

“She knows she’s essential to his image,” the source continued. “She wants her slice of the cake. She’s being smart about it.”

The U.S. Sun revealed in April that Bianca was being approached by numerous fashion houses to work in ambassadorial roles, only for the advances to be knocked back by Kanye. 

And we also disclosed earlier this month that she officially launched her first U.S. company, Bianca Censori Inc.

The paperwork was filed in California, but Bianca registered her full name as a business entity in her hometown of Alphington, one of Melbourne’s wealthiest suburbs.

“She knows exactly what she’s doing,” a second insider says. “She’s turning every outfit into a paycheck. Kanye’s obsessed with styling her, but she’s the one calling the shots. 

“Bianca is a celebrity in her own right now. The truth is he needs her. Without her bold looks and presence, people wouldn’t pay nearly as much attention to him. 

“She is in control and making serious money doing it.”

The U.S. Sun contacted a representative for Kanye and Bianca.

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Kim Kardashian looks incredible on a bed while topless in very glamorous new photoshoot – but fans have one complaint

KIM Kardashian stripped off topless while writing on a bed in a very glamorous new photoshoot – but some fans were quick to share their concerns.

The SKIMS founder, 44, took to Instagram this weekend to share a racy video and series of snaps of herself in some risque lingerie before stripping off.

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Kim could be seen looking sensational as she laid on a bed in some raunchy lingerie before stripping off for a topless display that left little to the imagination.

Stripping completely naked, Kim covered her modesty with just a leather jacket as she lay on the bed with some high heeled boots on.

“2am nyc time,” she penned in the caption.

She then shared a very sexy video on social media from the same shoot.

Kim failed to add a caption but put the track Crazy by Aerosmith to the montage of clips.

At the start of the video, Kim could be seen sitting on the edge of a bed as the camera zoomed into her chest.

Wearing a black triangle string bikini-style bra, which had crosses on the front, the stunning reality star also rocked several cross necklaces around her neck.

Kim was then seen writhing on the bed as she moved around.

Fans were divided in the comments section, with some besotted with the clip, and others slamming her for the raunchy video and snaps.

Jessica Simpsom commented on the racy display writing: “So good oh myyyyy.”

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While one fan wrote: “So hot.”

A second then said: “Kim as we know her! Gorge!”

“Love this look,” penned a third.

While a fourth added: “The most beautiful woman in the entire world.”

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SKIMS – an underwear, loungewear and shapewear brand founded in June 2019

SKKN – skincare and makeup line

Kim has also acted on American Horror Story, received endorsements from numerous companies, and more making her net worth a little above $1 billion

But several others slammed Kim for her “using faith as a fashion symbol”.

“Please don’t use crosses as a symbol for ‘fashion’. It takes away from its meaning,” said one.

“Take off that cross,” demanded another.

A third then said: “Disrespect to the cross.”

While some others said that Kim’s four children would grow up to see the video and be stunned.

“Omg can you imagine this being your mother. Those babies are going to see all of this one day,” said one.

While another reminded her that she is a mother to four kids.

This comes as, at the time of publishing, Kim is still yet to publicly wish her daughter North West a “happy birthday” on social media.

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People compare me to Kris Jenner – now she’s ‘had a facelift’, they say we look even more like twins

A WOMAN who has faced comparisons to Kris Jenner has been told the likeness is even more “insane” following the Kardashian matriarch’s rumoured facelift.

Julia has long been compared to the 69-year-old reality TV star – with people pointing out that her cropped raven hairstyle is incredibly similar to Kris’ look.

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Loads of people said that Julia looks even more like Kris following the star’s rumoured faceliftCredit: The Mega Agency

However, since Kris has been showcasing her new look in recent weeks – causing surgery rumours to swirl – Julia’s followers have insisted she looks even more like her.

“Nah that’s insane how much you look like her post face lift!” one person commented on one of Julia’s recent TikTok videos.

“You’re what she’s trying to be I swear!”

“I thought you were Kris Jenner,” another added.

“This is not her?” a third questioned.

“Ma’am are you Kris Jenner?” someone else asked.

“Before you spoke, I thought you were her!” another commented.

“Girllll! Thought it was you Kris! You look just like her now! Twins!” someone else wrote.

“Genuinely thought this was her,” another admitted.

The comments were left on one of Julia’s videos, in which she joked she was “absolutely devastated” by Kris’ rumoured procedure.

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“I’m absolutely devastated about Kris Jenner’s new ‘facelift’,” she sighed.

“Because now she’s not got the same hairstyle as me.”

Julia added that while she thinks people are still quite likely to make the comparison between her and Kris, she’s a bit put out that the reality star has also changed her hair.

“She’s kind of grown it out into this little flicky, chic, French bob,” she said.

“Yeah, a wee bit devastated about that.

“Happy for her. Obviously, her face is looking about 35 and I think she’s pushing 70.

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“So love that for her but yeah, I’m not growing my hair!”

Kris has yet to comment on the facelift rumours, but, according to People.com, she visited Dr. Steven Levine in New York for the transformation.

The outlet said that the surgeon “specialises in natural-looking enhancements of the face, breasts, and body”, according to his website.

Kris hasn’t made a secret of her love of anti-ageing treatments in the past, telling People previously that she’s not ashamed of getting wrinkle-freezing injections Botox.

For me, it’s been really great,” she said.

If you’re responsible, and you talk to your doctor, I think it works. It’s something that I’ve been using for a long time.

She also underwent a facelift on an episode of Keeping Up With the Kardashians back in 2011.

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Belly fat ‘may cause burning and painful skin condition’ suffered by Kim Kardashian – how to shift the pounds

BELLY fat increases your risk of the skin condition psoriasis, a study warns.

Psoriasis, which affects one in 50 people – including reality TV star Kim Kardashian – causes scaly patches of skin usually around the scalp, knees and elbows.

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A study showed that belly fat was linked with the skin condition, thought to be caused by a faulty immune responseCredit: Alamy

The 44-year-old has previously opened up about her struggle with the condition she described as ‘painful’.

Model Cara Delevingne and singer Cyndi Lauper are also sufferers.

Researchers at King’s College London analysed data from over 330,000 Brits, including more than 9,000 people with psoriasis

They found that abdominal fat was strongly linked to someone’s likelihood of having the condition, particularly for women. 

Study author Dr Ravi Ramessur said: “Our research shows that where fat is stored in the body matters when it comes to psoriasis risk. 

“Central fat, especially around the waist, seems to play a key role. 

“This has important implications for how we identify individuals who may be more likely to develop psoriasis or experience more severe disease, and how we approach prevention and treatment strategies.”

Psoriasis typically begins in someone’s 20s or 50s.

It’s not known what causes the incurable, and therefore chronic, condition.

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Kim on an early season of Keeping Up With The Kardashians showing psoriasis on her legsCredit: E!

It is thought that a problem with the immune system causes the skin cells to replace faster than they should. It is therefore sometimes referred to as an autoimmune disorder.

Dr Ramessur says: “The observed links between central body fat and psoriasis suggest that there may be underlying biological mechanisms contributing to the disease that are not yet fully understood and which warrant further investigation.”

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In light of the new findings, experts said Ozempic-style fat jabs, such as Wegovy and Mounjaro, also known as GLP-1 receptor agonists, may help people with psoriasis. 

Dr Joel Gelfand, Department of Dermatology and Center for Clinical Sciences in Dermatology, University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, wrote in an accompanying editorial: “The strong relationship between psoriasis and obesity, and the emerging promise of GLP-1 RAs, is a call to action for clinical trials.”

Dr Catherine Smith, senior author, said: “As rates of obesity continue to rise globally, understanding how different patterns of body fat influence chronic inflammatory conditions such as psoriasis is important.”

How to get rid of belly fat

Most of us have tried to shift belly fat at some point – it can be stubborn and takes some hard work.

Personal trainer Lucy Gornall previously shared with The Sun her non-negotiables if your goal is to lose the extra chub around your middle.

These include:

1. Fill your plate with as many coloured fruits and vegetables as you can.

“These are the fruits and vegetables which pack in nutrients and fibre, but contain very few calories,” Lucy says.

Fibre fills you up and therefore prevents overeating.

2. Don’t overdo the cardio.

“Going hard on runs, cycles and other types of cardio, is NOT the best way to burn belly fat,” says Lucy.

“It will leave you tired (you’ll be turning to high sugar snacks for energy), it will leave you sore, and it will leave you very hungry.”

3. Instead, lift weights.

“More muscle means more calories burnt at rest, meaning you burn off the food you eat easier than if you had less muscle,” says Lucy.

“Aim to include three 30 to 45 minute resistance-based training sessions each week, ensuring that the weight is challenging and your form is correct.”

4. Eat protein

Protein is the most filling food you can eat (over carbohydrates and fats) and helps with muscle recovery from all that weight training you’ll be doing.

“Look to include a source of protein in every meal and you won’t go too far wrong,” says Lucy, noting chicken breast and lean turkey mince are good sources.

5. Move more generally.

Increase your NEAT (non-exercise activity thermogenesis) by doing things like taking the stairs over the lift and walking home from an earlier train or tube station.

What is psoriasis?

Roughly two per cent of the population – both men and women – are affected by psoriasis.

Prominent figures that deal with the skin problem are model Cara Delevingne and singer Cyndi Lauper.

TV personality Kim Kardashian has also described psoriasis as her “big flaw”, always “hoping for a cure”.

Sadly, there is no cure for psoriasis. 

Patients have to learn to deal with the condition by finding a treatment that works for them.

But some have also found that modifying their diet helps.

Treatments

The NHS says: “A wide range of treatments are available for psoriasis, but identifying the most effective one can be difficult.”

Treatments fall into three categories.

First, topical creams and ointments applied to the skin are usually the first option to help with mild psoriasis. 

If the condition has spread to the scalp, there are also shampoos and ointments that can help.

Examples include:

  • Emollients to keep the skin moist and reduce water loss
  • Steroid creams – which are only prescribable – to calm the skin 
  • Vitamin D analogues to slow the production of skin cells and reduce inflammation
  • Calcineurin inhibitors to dampen inflammation and the immune system, sometimes in sensitive areas
  • Coal tar to reduce scales and itchiness
  • Dithranol to suppress the production of skin cells

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Kim Kardashian’s robbers found guilty in Paris but won’t face prison time

A Paris court on Friday found the ringleader and seven other people guilty of the robbery of Kim Kardashian at her residence in the French capital in 2016. But none of them will face prison time.

The court acquitted two of the 10 defendants. The sentences read out by the court president ranged from prison terms to fines.

Aomar Aït Khedache, 69, the ringleader, got the stiffest sentence, eight years imprisonment but five of those are suspended. Three others who were accused of the most serious charges got seven years, five of them suspended.

With time already served in pretrial detention, none of those found guilty will go to prison. The trial was heard by a three-judge panel and six jurors.

The chief judge, David De Pas, said the ages of the defendants — the oldest is 79 and some others are in their 60s and 70s — weighed on the court’s decision not to impose harsher sentences that would have sent them to jail. He said the nine years between the robbery and the trial was also taken into account in the sentencing.

Still, he said that Kardashian had been traumatized by the robbery in her hotel.

“You caused harm,” he said. “You caused fear.”

Kardashian, who wasn’t present for the verdict, issued a statement after the ruling was announced.

“I am deeply grateful to the French authorities for pursuing justice in this case,” she said. “The crime was the most terrifying experience of my life, leaving a lasting impact on me and my family. While I’ll never forget what happened, I believe in the power of growth and accountability and pray for healing for all. I remain committed to advocating for justice, and promoting a fair legal system.”

Khedache arrived at court walking with a stick, his face hidden from cameras. His DNA, found on the bands used to bind Kardashian, was a key breakthrough that helped crack open the case.

Wiretaps captured him giving orders, recruiting accomplices and arranging to sell the diamonds in Belgium. A diamond-encrusted cross, dropped during the escape, was the only piece of jewelry ever recovered.

The crime took place on the night of Oct. 2, 2016, during Paris Fashion Week. The robbers, dressed as police, forced their way into the glamorous Hôtel de Pourtalès, bound Kardashian with zip ties and escaped with her jewelry — a theft that would force celebrities to rethink how they live and protect themselves.

The accused became known in France as “les papys braqueurs,” or the grandpa robbers. Some arrived in court in orthopedic shoes and one leaned on a cane. But prosecutors warned observers not to be fooled.

The defendants faced charges including armed robbery, kidnapping and gang association.

Forgiveness

Khedache had said he was only a foot soldier. He blamed a mysterious “X” or “Ben” — someone prosecutors say never existed.

His lawyer pleaded for clemency, pointing to one of the trial’s most visceral moments — Kardashian’s earlier courtroom encounter with the man accused of orchestrating her ordeal. Though she wasn’t present Friday, her words — and the memory of that moment — still echoed.

“She looked at him when she came, she listened to the letter he had written to her, and then she forgave him,” lawyer Frank Berton told the Associated Press.

Kardashian, typically shielded by security and spectacle, had locked eyes with Khedache as the letter was read aloud.

“I do appreciate the letter, I forgive you,” she said. “But it doesn’t change the feelings and the trauma and the fact that my life was forever changed.” A tabloid crime had become something raw and human.

Khedache on Friday asked for “a thousand pardons,” communicated via a written note in court. Other defendants also used their final words to express remorse.

Paris was once a sanctuary for Kardashian

Kardashian’s testimony earlier this month was the emotional high point. In a packed courtroom, she recounted how she was thrown onto a bed, zip-tied and had a gun pressed to her on the night of the robbery.

“I absolutely did think I was going to die,” she said. “I have babies. I have to make it home. They can take everything. I just have to make it home.”

She was dragged into a marble bathroom and told to stay silent. When the robbers fled, she freed herself by scraping the tape on her wrists off against the sink, then hid with her friend, shaking and barefoot.

She said that Paris had once been her sanctuary — a city she would wander at 3 a.m., window shopping, stopping for hot chocolate. That illusion was shattered.

Privacy became luxury

The robbery echoed far beyond the City of Light. It forced a recalibration of celebrity behavior in the age of Instagram. For years, Kardashian had curated her life like a showroom: geo-tagged, diamond-lit, public by design. But this was the moment the showroom turned into a crime scene. In her words, “People were watching … They knew where I was.”

Afterward, she stopped posting her location in real time. She stripped her social media feed of lavish gifts and vanished from Paris for years. Other stars followed suit. Privacy became luxury.

Even by the standards of France’s famously deliberate legal system, the case took years to reach trial.

Leicester and Adamson write for the Associated Press. Catherine Gaschka contributed to this report.

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