Section: Showbiz:Celebrity

ALEXA Chung has confirmed her engagement to actor Tom Sturridge – who popped the question with a ‘haunted’ Tudor ring.

Model and TV personality Alexa, 42, began dating The Sandman star Tom, 40, in 2022.

The Sun first revealed the pair’s engagement in 2024, with Alexa said to be “over the moon.”

However, she has now opened up about her iconic ring following growing speculation of the couple preparing to wed.

Alexa told More Or Less magazine: “My engagement ring is a Tudor…

“Tom knows how much I adore vintage and antiques, and he got me a beautiful Tudor ring. It’s like a table-cut diamond.”

FASHION icon

All we know about Alexa Chung’s parents

SUN SAVERS

Three ways to get celebs’ looks for less and still be as stylish as Alexa Chung

Alexa added: “When I went to the National Portrait Gallery and looked at images of Anne Boleyn and all the other people who perished at the hands of Henry VIII, a lot of them had these rings on.”

Meanwhile, the star also revealed her hairstylist, Alexandri, was startled by the jewellery and said:”‘Oh my god, I think your ring is haunted.”

Alexa explained: “He took it off my finger and started making wishes around it and blowing on it.

“So I hope that my ring isn’t haunted. Or do I? Because that’s iconic.”

A source previously told The Sun of the engagement: “Alexa has confirmed to her friends that she is indeed engaged to Tom and she is over the moon.

“She is in a great place and seems completely head over heels for him. They’re a great match.

“They have been hard at work planning a wedding with all of their close pals there.

“It won’t be a massive over-the-top affair but a smaller, classier and cooler bash.”

Before Tom, Alexa previously dated Arctic Monkeys frontman Alex Turner from 2007 to 2011, as well as fashion photographer from 2003 to 2006.

Tom was formerly in a relationship with Sienna Miller for four years, with the pair welcoming a daughter in 2012.

NICKI Chapman has revealed she’s had a FOURTH operation on her foot as she shared a snap from her hospital bed.

The TV host, 59, best known for presenting Escape to The Countryside, Pop Idol and Wanted Down Under, took to Instagram to post a health update with her 160k followers.

In one picture she put her thumb up as she pointed at her boot while in hospital, followed by another of her out and about in London with a walking stick for support.

She captioned the post: “Every little step.

“Slowly getting there & managed to walk to the end of the road. Result! Note snazzy stick mainly to keep people away from my foot!

“Fourth op over the years – never gonna make Strictly Come Dancing nor run a marathon but grateful for each tweak keeping me mobile & pain free.

MAGICAL ESCAPE

Escape to the Country star Nicki Chapman lands exciting new role

star’s update

Escape to the Country’s Nicki Chapman supported by fans amid major milestone

“Thanks for your lovely get well messages. N x.”

Her fans rushed to the comments section to share the love.

One said: “Hope you recover quickly and back on your feet very soon xx.”

Another wrote: “Wishing you a speedy recovery.”

“Get well soon Nicki,” a third chimed in.

A fourth added: Slowly, slowly… You’ll be there in no time xx.”

Nicki has gone through a number of health battles over the years, including a brain tumour diagnosis in 2019.

She’s also had problems with her ankle since she was 15 and was diagnosed with ankle spurs.

The NHS website describes it as: “Osteophytes (bone spurs) are bony lumps that grow on the bones in the spine or around joints. They form when a joint or bone has been damaged by arthritis, but do not always cause problems.”

Nicki previously recalled: “I started getting pains that felt like I’d twisted it – I couldn’t work out what I’d done.

“It was so sore I went to my doctor and was referred to a consultant who diagnosed ankle spurs. Bone spurs are tiny pointed outgrowths of bone which occur where the normal bone keeps growing.

“They were causing a restriction within my ankle, which became inflamed and excruciatingly painful.

“I had an operation to remove them, and remember my consultant warning me against pursuing any career involving standing up – otherwise I’d have serious problems by the time I was 30.

“I’d always wanted to be a theatrical make-up artist, which involves lots of standing, so my career dreams were shattered. But I followed his advice because looking after my wellbeing was paramount.”

20 years later Nicki had to have a second operation, and underwent surgery for a third time in 2015.

JESSIE J has opened up about ‘healing’ as she shared a selection of snaps following on from her recent surgery and cancer battle.

The Price Tag singer, 38 – who revealed she had been diagnosed with breast cancer in June 2025 – told fans that she was having second reconstruction surgery last month.

Jessie announced that she was free of breast cancer in May after having a mastectomy and breast reconstruction in June 2025.

In a recent Instagram post, Jessie shared a mirror selfie of her in a hospital gown with her thumb up, while in another she posed for a picture in her hospital bed.

She also posted some sweet pictures with her son, as well as her signing her Who You Are record, which was released 15 years ago.

In the caption she described each picture, and for one description she wrote: “[thumbs up emoji] to healing.”

jessie’s journey

Jessie J gives health update after second reconstruction surgery

TIME OUT

Jessie J takes social media break to have second cancer reconstruction surgery

She added: “[thumbs up emoji] to healing (again).”

Late last month Jessie gave a health update after her second reconstruction surgery.

The Domino songstress took to her Instagram story to share an update after her second reconstruction.

“So I just got home from my second surgery,” Jessie told her 13.9m followers.

“And it all went well. I just wanted to tell you that it all went okay.”

She added: “Yeah man, life is good. Sending love. Good energy. See you soon.”

The NHS website states reconstruction is “where a new breast is made using a breast implant, or sometimes skin, fat or muscle from another part of your body”.

At the start of the month, Jessie said that the last couple of years had taken their toll and said she was taking a digital cleanse to focus on herself and life off-stage.

She wrote on Instagram: “I want to start this post off by saying I am ok. I am not at my best but very far from my worst. I know people can twist these kinds of posts.

“It’s no secret that the last 2 years have been magical, successful, life changing and extremely busy.

“I have loved the last 2 years mostly, hated it in moments and learnt the most I have ever learnt about myself and what I want from my life and mostly what I want it to FEEL like.”

She outlined all of the major life events she’d been through including moving from the US back to the UK and acting as her own social media manager and stylist.

“The past 2 years has taken a toll on parts of me that I haven’t had time to give space and grace to,” continued Jessie.“Now’s the time. Work has slowed down. So healing speeds up please.

“So I’m tapping out of this [world] for a while and into my real one. To give my mind, body and heart a well needed hug.

“To finally have my second cancer reconstruction surgery, to recharge, heal, to rest, to process, to love on myself and my boy, to water the next chapter of my life and most importantly be present and really live.”

Jessie went on to thank her fans for “holding me up” and said she might check in from time to time with work commitments.

COLEEN Rooney shared a loved-up snap with her husband Wayne as they celebrated the footballer’s 41st birthday.

The mum-of-four, 40, took to her Instagram account to pay tribute to Wayne on his special day.

The couple, who started dating back in 2002, were all smiles as they posed for a picture.

Coleen looked stunning yellow lace playsuit, gold flipflops and a matching bag.

She kept her make-up natural looking and scraped her hair back off of her face.

Meanwhile Wayne, who has recently undergone an incredible transformation, opted for a navy polo shirt and jeans.

ROO BRO BLOW

Coleen Rooney’s brother forced to close fitness firm with £122k debt

COL-OUR OF MONEY

Coleen’s earnings soar to £2.4m as she ‘remains household breadwinner’

Coleen captioned the post: “Happy birthday @waynerooney … love you x.”

Fans rushed to the comments section to wish the star a happy birthday, and others pointed out how great they look.

One said: “Aw you both look amazing. Happy birthday @waynerooney you’re getting better looking with age!“

“Best you’ve looked ever!,” another said.

A third added: “Looking soooo good Wayne, happy birthday fella.”

A fourth chimed in: “YOU BOTH LOOK AMAZING GUYS!! LOOK REALLY WELL!!”

The couple tied the knot in 2008 in Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino, Italy.

They share four boys Kai, 16, Klay, 13, Kit, 10 and Cass, eight.

They recently let fans into their home as part of the Disney + documentary The Real Rooneys.

Cameras followed the pair and their four sons through a pivotal year as Wayne adjusts to life away from football management and Coleen takes on new career opportunities.

HOLLY Ramsay gave a peek at her blossoming baby bump as she struck a series of poses in the autumn sunshine.

Chef Gordon Ramsay’s middle daughter, 26, revealed she was expecting her first child, a baby girl, with husband Adam Peaty, 31, in June.

The influencer has previously showcased her maternity style in a series of stylish snaps as well as while on holiday in Miami.

Now Holly has posted side-profile in a tight-fitting black top to show off her bump in full glory.

Holly beamed as she stepped out in the autumn sunshine, pulling on a leather jacket, designer Louis Vuitton rucksack and sunglasses to complete her trendy look.

She placed her hands protectively on her belly as she raised her face to the sunshine.

OUT OF HIS DEPTH

Adam Peaty is ‘more isolated than ever’ with wife Holly in latest move

sad loss

Pregnant Holly Ramsay shares heartbreak after her beloved dog dies

The mum-to-be shared other snippets of her life including a carved pumpkin, her husband Adam cuddling his son George, five, from his relationship with ex-girlfriend Eirianedd Munro, and a coffee trip out.

In her caption she wrote: “I heart October”.

One fan was quick to react and put: “The cutest baby bump”.

A second added: “The bump is perf”.

A third put: “You look like you’re glowing! I hope you have an easy quick delivery. Being a mom is the greatest. Best of luck!”

Last month, Holly flashed her growing baby bump in a stylish co-ord with fans claiming she’s “glowing” during her first pregnancy.

Although her maternity experience has been in part overshadowed by her spouse’s family feud.

He has been estranged from his mum Caroline and the rest of his clan for the last 12 months, with all members of the Peaty family – other than his sister – not appearing at his wedding to Holly in December.

Recently, Adam opened up on his wider family feud and said “there has to be forgiveness”.

We also reported that he is “more isolated than ever” as the bad blood rumbles on

CAMILA Cabello accidentally poured water over her dancer before throwing the bottle in her FACE live on stage during a performance.

The awkward moment happened as the Havana songstress, 29, was doing her thing while singing her 2024 tune June Gloom.

Camila looked incredible as she performed the song, which is from her fourth studio album, C,XOXO, while sitting on a rotating carousel.

The star wowed in an all-white outfit and matching knee high boots.

Half way through she started to pour water over herself.

While she showed off her sexy dance moves, one of her dancers was on the floor pushing the carousel around with her arms.

CABELLO BYE-BYE

Camila Cabello splits from billionaire heir boyfriend after 18 months

RED HOT

Camila Cabello shows off slimmed-down figure in red string-bikini on tropical trip

After Camila had finished with all the water in her bottle, she accidentally threw it into her dancer’s face.

But like a true professional, the dancer carried on as if nothing had happened.

Shortly after the tune ended, the pair pointed at each other and smiled as the dancer walked off stage.

The fan captioned the post: “The poor dancer taking a bottle accidentally from Camila lol.”

The superstar has had a pretty successful career since shooting to fame as part of Fifth Harmony on The X Factor USA in 2012.

The girl group, which consisted of Ally Brooke, Dinah Jane, Lauren Jaurengui and Normani, ended up placing third on the second series of the singing competition.

Fifth Harmony released songs such as Worth It, Work from Home and That’s My Girl, and have won various awards.

The band were together until 2018 and reunited last year.

But Camila decided to go solo and left the group in 2016.

Her most popular songs include Havana, Senorita, Band Things, Never Ben The Same and My Oh My.

She dated singer Shawn Mendes between 2019 and 2021, and for a few months in 2023.

LUCY Mecklenburgh was left “fuming” after being forced to travel home barefoot when she lost her shoe between the train and platform.

The TOWIE alum, 35, took to her Instagram Stories to moan about the mishap following a night with fiance Ryan Thomas.

The mum of two was seen covering her mouth with her hand in shock as she stood in the vestibule wearing only one item of black loafer footwear.

Lucy looked glam in an oversized leather jacket and jeans, but her right foot was exposed as Ryan could be heard shouting: “Oh my god,” in the background.

In his social media caption he wrote: “Lucy lost her shoe getting on the train”.

She then added in her re-post: “Fuming I love these shoes”.

WED ALERT

The personal reason Lucy Mecklenburgh is STILL in no rush to marry Ryan Thomas

‘THAT’S F***ED UP!’

Ryan Thomas reveals he & fiancée Lucy Meck sleep in separate beds

Former Coronation Street star Ryan then shared a video showing Lucy laughing as she saw the funny side of her situation.

She sat perched on a train seat and giggled away as he filmed her reaction.

The blunder came after the couple spent a cosy date day in the capital.

They had a plush dinner at the Covent Garden Hotel complete with fizz and two courses.

Earlier this month, The Sun reported how they had listed their Cheshire mansion for sale for £1.25million.

Soap star Ryan first purchased the Edwardian property near Stockport for just £675,000 in 2021 – and the engaged couple split their time between their Manchester and Essex pads.

But just five years on and the sprawling mansion has nearly doubled in value.

The pair have spent thousands of pounds renovating the property and have modernised the kitchen, living room, bedrooms.

But he might not see any of the profits.

Last October, The Sun revealed that Ryan was down to his last £1 in his company’s bank account.

The actor runs a media firm called R James Thomas Ltd which takes in cash from his TV and endorsement work.

KATIE Price has revealed her eldest son Harvey has moved out to a temporary residential home after he wrecked her kitchen.

The 24-year-old, who has Prader-Willi Syndrome, a complex condition that causes obesity and learning difficulties, has re-located – and is “loving” his new surroundings.

Harvey, who is also autistic and partially blind, was last year sadly deemed “too difficult” by staff at another facility, forcing him to cut short his stay.

Now his proud parent Katie, 48, who has always sent her eldest to residential care home in order to let him learn vital skills and his own independence, has given an update.

On her podcast with sister Sophie she admitted: “This week I am chilling now.

“So Harvey has gone to a residential temporary place now, because after three kitchen cabinets and just everything I’m just like, honestly, he is ruining my house.

NOT SO QUICK

Jake Quickenden opens up on dating again after marriage split

that’s my boy

Katie Price shares snap of Harvey boxing after two stone weight loss

“I’ve said he’s got to go into this place, the place we have been waiting a year and a half for.

“So he’s gone somewhere else up the road, he’s loving it, he’s got his own little flat until his place is ready”.

Katie added: “He FaceTimed me this morning while he was in the swimming pool, showing me the bubbles, when he saw trains.

“I set it all up for him, done his food shop for the week and he’s got the carers there so he can get into the routine for when he moves to Little Hampton.

“So fingers crossed he likes it”.

Everything you need to know about Katie Price

Step inside the life of former glamour model Katie Price

In June, Katie revealed how Harvey had been left “limping” following a mishap in her kitchen.

She previously gave fans an insight into a tiring Christmas period with Harvey at home.

Katie told the camera: “Harvey has destroyed the house as much as he can, pulling food out every day – I’m exhausted, but I love him.”

Earlier this week, Katie admitted she was proud of her eldest son after he showed off his boxing skills and two stone weight loss.

Harvey started to take the weight loss medication back in August.

Katie, who shares Harvey with footballer Dwight Yorke, took to her Instagram account to post a picture of her oldest working up a sweat.

In the snap, Harvey had a huge smile on his face as he punched a pair of training pads.

Katie captioned the post: “Proud mummy.”

Last month Katie told her podcast co-host and sister Sophie: “He’s started Mounjaro because I told you he’s lost two stone.

“And I can really see him here [stomach] losing weight.”

BETTY McGuire – best known for her role as grandma Kate Malone in the sitcom Growing Pains – has died aged 100.

The TV star passed away while staying at a retirement home in California on October 8.

She starred alongside Leonardo DiCaprio on the 80s sitcom Growing Pains where she played the mother of Joanna kerns’ Maggie.

Appearing in seasons 1 – 2 and again in seasons 4-7, Betty acted on the show for a total of seven years.

Besides Growing Pains, Betty appeared in scores of TV shows including Falcon Crest, The Doris Day Show, Columbo, Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Hill Street Blues, ER, CSI: Miami, MacGyver, Moonlighting and Charlie’s Angels.

Away from the screen performed across a host of Broadway shows and musicals.

Playing alongside the likes of big name stars like Ethel Merman, Barbara Cook, Bea Arthur and Tony Randall she wowed audiences in original productions of Plain and Fancy, Happy Hunting and Oh Captain!.

More to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online

Thesun.co.uk is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.

Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us on TikTok @TheSun.

MILEY Cyrus broke down in tears on stage at the Hollywood Bowl as she paid an emotional tribute to her late “aunt” Dolly Parton.

The Wrecking Ball hitmaker, 33, halted proceedings at the Los Angeles venue for a heart-wrenching monologue in which she said she and the country music icon are “eternal”.

Miley, who rebranded herself with a new name after Dolly’s tragic passing, aged 80, in August, took to the stage for her Bass Persuades gig.

Just five songs in, she took a seat and referred to the I Will Always Love You singer’s death and said: “Me and Dolly, we are eternal.

“Nothing in this life could ever tear us apart.

“And I am going to see her again, and I can’t f**king wait because I miss her,” before dabbing her eye with a tissue.

MILES AWAY

Miley Cyrus reveals extreme new lifestyle after near-death experience

MILEY’S MOVES

Miley Cyrus grinds on topless dancer in her underwear in new music video

Disney Channel alum Miley added: “Some of the greatest music that we have today was written, produced, performed by my aunt Dolly.

“This is one of those songs,” before the band started to play Jolene as the sixth song in her set.

One fan confessed on TikTok: “Now I’m crying”.

Another put: “Miley was the first person I thought of when I heard about Dolly”.

A third added: “And now I’m bawling over Dolly Parton again”.

Miley kicked off her 18-track show with song Orbit, and wrapped with Flowers.

Fan favourites The Climb, We Can’t Stop and Party In The USA also featured.

After dolly’s passing, she said she no longer wants fans to call her by her full moniker and revealed the change on social media.

She now appears to have dropped “Cyrus” completely from her stage name.

Dolly sadly passed after battling health issues.

Miley later penned a heartfelt tribute to her “Aunt Dolly” on Instagram, saying that the late singer “would want me to feel it, write a song about it, and then continue on and be strong.”

Dolly had first gotten close to Miley’s father, Billy Ray Cyrus, 65, after the success of his 1992 country hit, Achy Breaky Heart.

The pair toured together that same year, and Billy asked the I Will Always Love You hitmaker to be Miley’s godmother.

Rumors have circulated that Dolly, who did not have children of her own, left behind the rights and royalties of her hit track, Jolene, to Miley.

However, The U.S. Sun confirmed that no court filings related to Dolly’s will or official plans for what will happen to her $650 million fortune have been made yet.

SHARON Osbourne has revealed she has a dent in her face from botched surgery and sworn off future operations.

The former X Factor judge, 74, said she can still feel the indentation in the right side of her face as she discussed surgical procedures.

Speaking on The Osbournes podcast with her son Jack, she explained: “I have an indentation left from it here, all the way down here.”

As she showed the damage above her mouth, Sharon said: “I think the surgeon left it to his mate to do.

“I think he took a phone call and then his mate was all, tap in.”

Sharon once joked that she was on her “third face” after multiple procedures to stay youthful.

SHARON’S PAIN

Jack Osbourne opens up on Sharon’s grief: ‘I worry, but it won’t end badly’

KELL TELLS ALL

Kelly Osbourne opens up on her weight & says ‘I’ve gained 2st in 6 months’

Sharon did not identify which operation had left the dent but said: “You go and you complain and you go there.

“And then he starts injecting, and you go, ‘What is in this that you’re injecting me with?”

She said he replied: “Don’t worry, it’s my special concoction. It’ll work!”

However, she revealed that it didn’t f***ing work because she was still left with a dent.

On the podcast, the TV personality, whose husband Ozzy Osbourne died last year, spoke about a hugely famous actor she had met many years ago.

She said: “The actor came over to me and he said you know what? I couldn’t believe that Ozzy married somebody that looks like a Fraulein.”

Jack explained that a Fraulein was a German word used to describe a full figured woman.

Sharon continued: “I knew exactly what he was saying and I wanted to grab him by the throat and say, you motherf*****, and headbutt him.

“But I thought it wouldn’t go down well. So I just ignored it. But when you are not expecting it you just go f***.”

Sharon explained how remarks about her appearance could erode her confidence.

She said: “You go home and you think, I have got to do something. I have to. So if you’re with this all the time, it affects you mentally.”

She also explained that she believed people who had never struggled with how they look might find it difficult to understand why others had surgery.

She said: “Unless you’re unhappy with your body or your face, other people don’t realise what it’s like to walk around in our bodies having that face that every time you look in a mirror, you don’t like it.

“And it bothers you and how insecure it makes you feel.”

She added: “From the minute you’re born, people are mean about you and you feel uncomfortable in the body that you have.”

However Sharon revealed that she was no longer interested in having more work done.

Asked whether she was finished with surgery on her face, she replied: “Who am I doing it for now?”

SEAN “Diddy” Combs has been transferred to a new prison just days after he was hospitalised following a vicious brawl with another inmate, it is reported.

The disgraced music mogul was removed from his federal lock up in New Jersey, FCI Fort Dix, this morning.

Prison officials have not given a reason for the transfer to Allenwood in Pennsylvania, first reported by TMZ.

But Combs had been hauled into solitary confinement on two separate occasions for prison violations.

The former hip hop star was written up by staff at Fort Dix for phone violations and violent behaviour, the outlet reported.

Allenwood is a low security prison with just 1,000 inmates – compared with Fort Dix’s 4,000.

PRISON ‘PUNCH-UP’

Twist in Diddy ‘head injury’ mystery after claim rapper was hurt in fight

HOSPITAL DASH

Diddy ‘rushed to hospital with head injury’ after ‘medical emergency’

Combs, who has been behind bars since October 2025, reportedly suffered a medical emergency early Saturday morning.

It was later revealed he suffered a head injury in a brawl with Jamaican drug lord Christopher Coke, known as “Dudus”.

Multiple sources inside the prison told TMZ the pair came to blows last Friday but Dudus had the upper hand.

The fight was reportedly sparked over inmates’ anger at Combs for getting exposed in a recent NBC News report about his lavish lifestyle behind bars.

The shamed rapper reportedly had access to a cellphone, alcohol and had paid other inmates for their prescription medication.

As a result of the leak, prison officials conducted two raids and confiscated cell phones from inmates – including Dudas.

The convict – serving a 23-year sentence since 2012 – is a kingpin at the prison, sources told TMZ.

Combs was said to have been conscious and speaking following the alleged incident.

He was reportedly taken back to prison grounds before sunrise the same day.

After the punch- up, both men were reportedly hauled into solitary confinement for twoweeks’s punishment.

A rep for the Grammy winner previously told Page Six: “We are aware of the reports concerning Sean Combs and are working to confirm the circumstances.”

“Sean’s health and well-being are our immediate concern,” they continued, “and we appreciate everyone who has reached out.”

The shamed rapper was sentenced to 50 months in FCI Fort Dix prison last year on two charges related to prostitution.

Combs was acquitted on more serious charges of racketeering and sex trafficking.

He was due to be let out on May 8, 2028, under his initial sentencing terms but his final day behind bars has now been moved to January 21, 2028.

AMANDA Holden has shared a heartbreaking but beautiful tribute to her stillborn son Theo.

The star took to her Instagram story in honour of Baby Loss Awareness Week and tagged the charity Tommy’s.

In the post, Amanda showed a candle with the words “waves of light” on it.

The flame flickered in memory of her little one, who passed away 15 years ago.

Amanda wrote: “Thinking of our beautiful son Theo and sending love to you all #waveoflight #tommys #babylossawarenessweek.”

Earlier this year Amanda opened up about losing her son, emotionally sharing how she still views herself as a “mother of three”.

TOOTH FAIRY

I make rings with TEETH – Amanda Holden is a fan but some think I’m weird

GLOW & BEHOLD

Amanda Holden shows off legs in black dress & plots to build wellness empire

She chatted about the experience on her show Amanda and Alan’s Greek Job with Alan Carr.

He was stillborn at 28 weeks in February 2011, a tragedy which happened just a year after she miscarried another baby.

She told the comedian: “I always say I am a mother of three. Because I am.

“When we lost Theo, there wasn’t one moment where I thought ‘why has this happened to me?’

“But there also wasn’t a moment where I blamed God or anything.

“And the way I accepted it was to think that he chose me, just for those few months, to see what it was like to live, and develop, and be in the universe. “Then the universe took him back.

“Now I don’t think that’s religious, but I let him go back.

“And that was my belief, rather than he went back to Heaven as such.

“I felt like he went back into the universe and he is still out there and is part of our family”.

Amanda shares two daughters, Lexi and Hollie, with husband Chris Hughes.

She previously revealed that fellow Britain’s Got Talent judge Alesha Dixon had been a major source of support for her throughout her baby loss.

THE Pussycat Dolls shrugged off the Lil Kim ‘tour axe’ while stripping to some striking outfits at their packed London gig on Tuesday night. 

Lady Marmalade star Lil Kim, 52, didn’t appear for the final night of the Pussycat Dolls’ run at London’s O2 Arena, with the headline act fed-up of her unpredictable behaviour.

A source said: “Kim didn’t show up to their gig in Manchester on Saturday night, and it was all very last minute. It threw everything into chaos and a sign just went up at the last minute to say she wouldn’t be performing. 

“As a result, she hasn’t been asked back for the closing night in London tonight, which was seen as the grand finale.” 

But shrugging it off entirely, Nicole Scherzinger and her glam bandmates  Ashley Roberts and Kimberly Wyatt looked sensational in racy outfits at the gig. 

Read More on Pussycat Dolls

pushing buttons

Pussycat Dolls ‘drop’ hip hop legend Lil Kim from UK tour after missed gig

DON’T CHA KNOW?

What happened to the four ‘forgotten’ Pussycat Dolls who vanished from fame

The girls opted for silver leotards, with Ashley wowing in a two piece and showing off her toned physique. 

Kimberly had her long pins on display with cut out tights on and white boots. 

And Nicole looked as glamorous as ever in her dazzling bodysuit, embellished with sequins. 

The Pussycat Dolls all rocked beautiful makeup looks and styled their hair down, while having the time of their lives on stage.

The girls wowed their fans and put Lil Kim’s tour axe. 

No official reason for support act Kim’s absence in Manchester was given, though some fans claimed she was ill.

However, others noticed she had shared social media videos of herself on her tour bus in the build-up to the gig where it looked she was playing video games.

One fan wrote on TikTok: “She was on the tour bus prepping for GTA 6.”

Another posted: “Omg we were there last night how bad is that, not even a comment on sorry she’s no show or anything, playing GTA in the trailer apparently, previous videos of her trying glad she didn’t show.”

Kim also came under fire from baffled fans at a previous gig in Paris when a music video playing on the big screens behind her during her set appeared to be synced from her phone and private messages kept popping up before the feed was quickly pulled.

Kim, whose real name is Kimberly Denise Jones, shot to fame in 1994 after being discovered by late rap legend The Notorious B.I.G.

The larger than life star then invited Kim to join the Brooklyn-based rap group Junior M.A.F.I.A, before she launched her solo career with her double-platinum album Hard Core, which debuted at number 11 on the Billboard 200.

Grammy-winner Kim’s biggest hits in the UK are all collabs, including the 2001 number one ‘Lady Marmalade’, a cover commissioned for the Moulin Rouge soundtrack, and 2003 track ‘Can’t Hold Us Down’ with Christina Aguilera, which reached number six.

The Sun contacted representatives for the Pussycat Dolls and Lil’ Kim.

MYLEENE Klass looked utterly gorgeous dolled up tonight for the Sky Arts Awards.

It comes shortly after the stunning star turned down joining her Hear’Say bandmates on their reunion tour alongside Liberty X due to being “too busy”.

Myleene slipped into a baby blue strapless gown that fell all the way to the floor.

The dress featured a blue slip underneath and then all-over tassel details draping down the fabric.

The star paired the beautiful dress with simple accessories including a gold watch and a small golden clutch bag.

For an added pop of colour Myleene opted to wear large red earrings, visible underneath her chic bob.

NOT SO SIMPLE

Myleene Klass breaks silence on why she isn’t joining Hear’Say reunion

THAT’S KLASS

Myleene Klass shows off long legs in hotpants after snubbing Hear’Say reunion

Hear’Say announced earlier this month that they would be reuniting to commemorate their 25th anniversary.

However, a source revealed that Myleene wouldn’t be joining the line up.

They shared: “The group have been asked multiple times over the years about a reunion but it was never the right time.

“The 25th anniversary feels like a special moment to celebrate the success of the band and give something back to their fans. Myleene was invited but their diaries did not align.”

The group formed on ITV reality television show Popstars and debuted in 2001.

Band members Kym Marsh, Myleene, Suzanne Shaw, Noel Sullivan and Danny Foster split two years later after a couple of No1 singles and a chart-topping album.

Myleene previously ruled out reuniting, saying: “If I go backwards, I won’t know who I am.

“I hope it works. I will be cheering the loudest.”

NEIGHBOURS and Home and Away legend Ray Kolle has died aged 85.

The Australian soap star and script writer passed away in Sydney, it was confirmed today.

Tributes have flooded in from heartbroken fans and friends who remembered Ray as an “important part of Australian television history”.

Australian entertainment and production company, TV City wrote in a statement: “Very sad news to hear of the passing of veteran Australian television writer and story editor Ray Kolle.

“Ray was one of those incredibly talented people working behind the scenes who helped shape some of Australia’s most iconic television dramas.

“Another important part of Australian television history has left us.

“Thank you, Ray, for the stories and memories you helped create for generations of television viewers.”

Ray served as head writer on Neighbours from 1986 until 1992, introducing iconic characters like Scott and Charlene Robinson.

His 46-year career began with a big break writing comedy sketches for In Melbourne Tonight.

More to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online

Thesun.co.uk is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.

Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us on TikTok @TheSun.

SYDNEY Sweeney has brushed off criticism of her controversial sports betting campaign by sharing another previously unseen clip from the advert.

Despite the backlash, the actress is sticking to her guns with another racy glimpse of the shoot.

The 29-year-old took to Instagram to share the footage with the caption: “No BS. Just sports.”

“There are grown men making spreadsheets betting on what colour underwear I’m wearing,” she says, looking doe-eyed into the camera.

She adds: “I mean, I’m flattered?”

Holding two American footballs over her breasts, Sydney finishes with the tagline: “Novig is just sports.”

waist-ed

Sydney Sweeney busts out of corset & urges fans to recreate her Euphoria dog look

GREAT NORMA GENES

Sydney Sweeney revealed as distant cousin of bombshell Marilyn Monroe

The Euphoria actress sparked backlash earlier this month after posing naked in the campaign promoting the sports betting app.

Female athletes were among those who criticised the racy images, accusing the campaign of sexualising women’s sports.

The advert features Sydney in a series of revealing poses, using sports equipment to cover parts of her body.

Some images show The Housemaid star straddling a basketball hoop, while others feature her in a locker room wearing nothing but shoulder pads or holding footballs over her breasts.

Team GB sprinter Amy Hunt slammed the campaign during a post-race interview, saying it painted a misleading picture of women’s sports.

Australian Olympic water polo star Tilly Kearns also voiced her disapproval on Instagram.

British sprinter Hannah Williams made her feelings known on social media, arguing that female athletes already have to fight to be taken seriously.

SCARLETT Moffatt has shared some adorable new photos of her son Jude meeting her newborn for the first time.

The star and her partner Scott Dobinson welcomed their second child – son Clark – earlier this week.

In the new photos, Scarlett is sitting up in her hospital bed surrounded by her expanded little family.

Clark is laying on one of Scarlett’s legs wearing a small cream coloured baby suit, while Jude is sitting between Scarlett’s legs.

Jude smiles widely at his little brother, who is partly resting on his lap.

Proud dad Scott is beaming by the bedside while the sweet moment unfolds, taking it all in.

Read more Scarlett Moffatt

BOY OH BOY

Scarlett Moffatt welcomes second child as she reveals sweet snap of baby son

NEW CHAPTER

Scarlett Moffatt reveals she’s landed new ‘dream’ job

Scarlett gushed in the post’s caption on Instagram: “The moment Jude met Clark.

“Watching the boy who first made me a mammy become a big brother is a moment I’ll treasure forever.

“And judging by the last slide, Clark did very well with his choice of Transformer toy for his big brother.”

Announcing news of the birth on October 9, Scarlett shared online: “Our beautiful boy is here! Clark Xander Dobinson.

“Arriving a little earlier than expected and not quite as straightforward as planned, our little family of four was made complete on Monday.

“Our hearts have never been so full, and I’d do it all again for you, Clark.”

The I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! star announced that she was expecting baby number two back in April by showing her fans and followers snaps of her baby scan in a short video.

In the clip, the expectant mum’s son Jude could be heard talking about being a “big brother“.

Scarlett beamed as she held up a pregnancy scan and posed alongside Scott.

She captioned her sweet reveal: “We honestly can’t believe we’re writing this…

“After everything, we feel unbelievably lucky to be able to say… our family is growing.

“One little miracle gave us Jude, and now he’s going to be a big brother.

“And if there’s one thing we know for certain, it’s that he is going to be the most amazing big brother.

“We are so grateful, so excited, and still a little bit in shock…

“Our hearts are fuller than we ever thought possible.”

KELLY Osbourne, Ashley James and Nadiya Bychkova looked incredible in their glamorous gowns at star-studded London gala.

Kelly looked stunning in a sleek off‑the‑shoulder black dress, finished with layered necklaces and a striking cross pendant.

Broacaster and DJ Ashley looked gorgeous in a glossy turquoise satin gown, paired with a matching scarf draped softly around her shoulders.

Meanwhile, Strictly professional dancer, Nadiya stunned in a sleek satin slip dress with thin spaghetti straps, pairing the look with black heels and a small matching handbag.

Nadiya also performed in a dramatic pink gown, complete with a high slit that showed off her toned legs.

The stars turned out to support the MODE EPS gala in aid of Anna Freud, which was held inside the opulent Spencer House in Mayfair.

‘IT’S AN ILLUSION’

Inside Ferne McCann’s controversial new venture as star comes under fire

BAD BOY

Big Brother’s Omar arrested by police for flogging ‘hippy crack’ at carnival

Anna Freud is a mental health charity transforming care for children and young people through science, collaboration and clinical innovation.

Attendee Kelly opened up about her own struggles in The Sun this weekend, telling us it has been the worst year of her life following dad Ozzy’s death and her split from DJ Sid Wilson.

She said: “It’s been the worst year of my life. In so many ways, I can’t even explain to you. But it’s also been really beautiful because I’ve learned that my grief is an honour, as I truly love someone that much.”

“It’s been the worst year of my life,” she says. “In so many ways, I can’t even explain to you. But it’s also been really beautiful because I’ve learned that my grief is an honour, as I truly love someone that much.

London-born Kelly has since moved permanently back to England from LA, not only to be closer to her dad’s grave, but also to give her son a stable childhood.

And she has gained 2st in weight since an appearance at the Brit Awards earlier this year sparked concern about her well-being.

“I didn’t know that I looked like that until I saw the pictures,” she said. “When I saw them, I couldn’t f**king believe it. I was as shocked as everyone else.”

Kelly, who battled her weight in her teens before having gastric sleeve surgery in 2018, admits that it’s hard to have your body up for discussion.

Rhian Sugden has admitted that her and husband Oliver Mellor are spending more time apart after welcoming their miracle IVF baby.

The former glamour model, 40, told how becoming parents has put more strain on their marriage than their heartbreaking six-year battle to have a child.

Rhian and ex Coronation Street actor Oliver, 45, spent around £150,000 on eight rounds of IVF before welcoming their son George, now two, in 2024.

But while their gruelling fertility struggle brought them closer together at the time, Rhian says life as parents has left them struggling to find time for each other.

“The IVF itself made us stronger because we’d had to back each other up,” said Rhian.

“I felt guilty that I wasn’t gonna make him a dad because he’s like the best dad.

Read more on Rhian Sugden

RHI REVEAL

Rhian Sugden reveals why she’s been locked in a secret feud with Jodie Marsh

ONLY PRIVATE

Rhian Sugden takes swipe Katie Price after star reveals huge OnlyFans earnings

“So I had all that guilt of, oh god, I’m not gonna be able to fulfill his dream, my dream. So, he was very good in that respect.”

However, Rhian admitted things have dramatically changed between them since George arrived.

Speaking on the Private Parts podcast this week, Rhian explained: “The thing that’s changed our marriage is having the actual child.

“Like, we’re like strangers at the minute. It’s hard. Even when we go on holiday, we’re not really getting much time alone.”

The Celebrity Big Brother alum also revealed she now sleeps in George’s bedroom because of his sleep struggles.

She said: “George just didn’t sleep as a baby, and I was like, I can’t do this. Just get him in bed. So we’ve just bought him a double bed and now I’m in George’s bedroom.”

Rhian and Oliver began dating in 2013 and tied the knot in Turkey in 2018.

Last year, Rhian publicly criticised Oliver after claiming he had gone drinking with friends while she and George were unwell – although she later insisted their marriage was fine.

The couple have spoken openly about their struggle to become parents, with Rhian undergoing eight rounds of IVF after discovering she had a very low egg count.

Elsewhere in the podcast, Rhian recalled breaking down in tears when a doctor warned her that the egg being used in her final IVF attempt was very low grade.

“I was crying on the table,” she said. “I was like, so why are we putting it in?”

But the treatment worked, leaving Rhian stunned when she discovered she was pregnant.

She recalled: “I couldn’t believe it. I still had lots of pregnancy tests even when I was like six months pregnant because I was just like every day thinking, surely not.

“You kind of set yourself up for a fail so that when it actually becomes reality, you’re like, oh no, like what happens now?”

Rhian was asked if her OnlyFans earnings had helped fund IVF and she replied: “I do more things than OnlyFans, but it definitely helped.”

Despite the challenges of parenthood, Rhian said: “I love it. I mean, [George]’s the best thing that’s ever happened to me. But it’s so full on.”

TWO huge British pop stars have revealed their secret romance.

The Sun can reveal that singer Jack Garratt is dating Foxes, whose real name is Louisa Rose Allen.

The pair have grown close over several months and have gone Instagram official with new loved-up snaps.

BRIT Award winner Jack posted a sweet photo with the Clarity hitmaker as they cosied up while on a day date.

He wrote: “We saw you from across the model village and we dig your vibe.

“Model in the model village, good afternoon, good evening, and goodnight.”

READ MORE ON BRITISH POP STARS

FUL PACKAGE

Dad of huge British pop star launches Fulham’s new away kit as fans go wild

MADE OF GOULD

Record-breaking British pop star performing at HT of England vs Norway

Foxes commented: “Best/ most overwhelming day of my life x”

Jack replied: “Official review,” to which Foxes wrote back: “Take snacks and it’s okay if you cry half way through.”

Jack added: “Foxes good advice for being in a relationship.”

Musician Foxes posted a photo five weeks ago of BRIT Award winner Jack, 34, playing the guitar to her, while their legs were intertwined.

The Let It Go Tonight songstress captioned it: “Thank you.”

The pair looked cosy and comfortable in each other’s presence.

Jack also posted around the same time snaps of his summer and told fans he was “busy being happy”.

Pictures included him at the beach, posing in front of the mirror and in bed with his dog.

He wrote: “Sorry I’ve been quiet again, still busy being happy.”

The pair have also been exchanging love hearts in each other’s comment sections for some time now.

Jack is best known for tracks like Surprise Yourself, Worry and Weathered.

He won the Critics’ Choice Award at the BRIT Awards in 2016 and has two top ten albums.

Foxes is best known for her collab with Zedd on track Clarity.

She has also provided the vocals for a number of Rudimental songs and was in Doctor Who once singing Don’t Stop Me Now.

The Sun has reached out to reps for comment.

CHARLOTTE Dawson and her fiancé Matt Sarsfield’s closed beauty business has paid back just £10,000 of an £88,000 debt after its liquidation.

Latest documents for Dawsylicious Ltd, filed in June, confirmed the amount received, which is £5,000 short of the sum agreed with liquidators.

The business was unable to repay the overdrawn director’s loan in full so a reduced sum of £15,000 was agreed upon “taking into account Mr Sarsfield’s personal financial situation”.

Liquidators estimate their total bill for winding down the company will be £9,053.

That sum is repaid ahead of money owed to unsecured creditors, which, in this case, total £53,700 and won’t be paid back.

The company, which was launched in 2020 and counts Charlotte and Matt as its directors, had a rocky ride overcoming numerous compulsory strike-off actions before voluntarily being wound down in 2025.

READ MORE ON CHARLOTTE DAWSON

PERFECT FIT

Charlotte Dawson wows in weight loss before & after pics

LOTTE TO SAY

Charlotte Dawson on THAT sexting scandal & truth behind heated NTAs row

The Sun has contacted a representative for Charlotte for comment.

Undeterred by the bust business, Charlotte, 34, has launched a new venture, Confidence Curve.

And Charlotte has proudly been showing off her body transformation as proof she knows what she’s talking about.

Mum-of-three Charlotte says on the brand’s site: “I created Confidence Curve because I wanted something real. Something that wasn’t about punishing yourself, being obsessed with the scales or thinking you have to be perfect to feel good in your own skin.

“I’ve had my own ups, downs, wobbles, confidence dips and moments where I’ve thought, ‘Right, I’m starting again Monday!’ And that’s exactly why I wanted Confidence Curve to be different.”

It features two payment tiers: Standard and VIP.

The basic package is £19.99 a month and features access to over 500 recipes, a meal planner,workout plans and more.

While the VIP is £59.99 and has all of the same features but includes one-to-one video calls and consultations with Charlotte.

Fiancé Matt is also part of the team as one of its trainers, along with fitness coach Kelly and nutritionist Sarah Griffiths.