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The Traitors star, Charlotte Chilton, continues to fight to find out the paternity of her daughter Penelope – as she insists YouTuber, Conor Maynard, is the father

The Traitors star, Charlotte Chilton, has been rushed to hospital for brain surgery as fans expressed their concern for the mum-of-one.

Charlotte, 32, who made it to the finale of the second series of the BBC show in 2024, shared a photo of herself from her hospital bed, telling her followers she will need to will need to undergo an operation to manage her trigeminal neuralgia. The chronic pain condition characterised by intense, electric shock-like pain in the face, typically triggered by light touch or routine activities.

Admitting she felt ‘daunted’ ahead of the operation, Charlotte, who is currently undergoing a bitter paternity battle with YouTuber, Conor Maynard, 33, wrote: “As many of you know I have tried raise awareness of the condition trigeminal neuralgia. I have unfortunately found myself back in hospital with a terrible attack and this has resulted in me needing another neuro surgery to control it. Having surgery on your brain is always daunting, however this has long term relief and allows me to get on with my life.”

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Saying she was rushed to A&E after suffering a “huge attack” in what was a “hellish week”, Charlotte continued: “After being rushed into A&E with a huge attack, I have been taken care of by the amazing Neuro team at QE hospital and today I have an operation to relieve me of my physical torture.

“For my TN followers keep fighting to find the right team to support you. I’m so grateful for my family and friends who have supported me through this hellish week! Wish me luck and see you on the other side!!”

It’s been a tough time for Charlotte as she continues to fight to find out the paternity of her daughter Penelope – as she insists that social media star, Conor, is the father.

In the summer, the pair took a DNA test, with the results validating the earlier test which showed that Conor was not the dad of baby Penelope.

Following the bombshell, Charlotte released a statement via her representatives. They told the Daily Mail: “For those of you who have followed Charlotte’s journey since her appearance on BBC’s The Traitors, will know she has fought an extraordinary battle for truth and justice with heartfelt conviction. Charlotte will now take time to process, heal and reflect and when she is ready, she will finally share her story in full.”

She then told The Sun she will prove that Conor is the father of her daughter Penelope – despite two paternity tests saying he isn’t.

Claiming the DNA tests were inaccurate, she said: “I have had so much abuse from people wondering why I am saying he is her father. I am saying it because I know it is true. But I’ve also had messages off people who have had DNA tests with strange results like this too. There are so many scenarios.”

However, breaking his silence on the results of the second test on social media, Conor said: “Today I received the results of a second paternity test, which was requested by Charlotte Chilton regarding her baby girl, Penelope. As with the last test, this test has confirmed again that I am not Penelope’s father.

“As Charlotte requested, Penelope’s, Charlotte’s and my DNA were all taken at a Ministry of Justice accredited DNA facility that was selected by Charlotte. The results are therefore conclusive.

“This has been difficult for me and my family, and I’m so grateful for everyone’s support. I’m glad we can now finally draw a line under this.”

Meanwhile, a second name has been thrown into the mix following Conor’s constant denials and two paternity tests confirming he isn’t the father. It has now been revealed that Charlotte’s co-star Jonny Holloway also claimed he slept with the reality star around a similar time.

However, Charlotte has denied sleeping with Jonny. He claimed that he has asked for a DNA test – but she has since changed her mind, according to Jonny, and won’t discuss the paternity with him.

The Mirror has contacted Charlotte’s reps for comment.

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Australian TV network Seven has accused a member of the England staff of a physical confrontation at Brisbane Airport.

England were travelling from Brisbane to Adelaide on Saturday afternoon before the third Test.

While the team moved through the airport, a member of the England security staff attempted to place himself between a cameraman and the squad.

The back-and-forth continued through the airport and the footage was broadcast by Seven.

Throughout the series Cricket Australia has issued instructions to media that teams will not be available for interview in transit through airports and all images should be captured from a respectful distance.

In the Seven report, journalist Tom Wilson said cameraman Nick Carrigan was “well within his rights to be filming” and “respects the unwritten rules of not getting too close”.

A spokesperson from Seven said: “There was an incident at Brisbane Airport involving a 7NEWS camera operator and a member of the England cricket team’s travelling party.

“While conducting routine filming in a public space, the camera operator was physically confronted despite acting respectfully and professionally.

“The safety and wellbeing of our staff is paramount. This matter is being taken seriously and is now being managed through the appropriate channels.”

England have not commented, but it is understood Seven has raised the incident with the touring team.

Cricket Australia has also declined to comment.

The episode comes as England ended their break in Noosa and prepare to return to training on Sunday before the crucial third Test.

England, 2-0 down after defeats in the opening two Tests, must win at the Adelaide Oval to keep their hopes of regaining the Ashes alive.