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Princess of Wales misses Royal Ascot as she prioritises her health
Health comes first for Princess of Wales as she skips Royal Ascot. The Princess of Wales will not be attending Royal Ascot, as she continues to pace herself while recovering from cancer. Although she had initially been expected to join the King, Queen, and Prince William in the traditional carriage procession, her name was quietly removed from the guest list. Kensington Palace confirmed that Princess Catherine would not be attending the prestigious event, with sources suggesting she was disappointed to miss it. The decision is said to be part of her ongoing efforts to find a manageable rhythm while easing back into public life. Prince William arrived at the Berkshire racecourse alongside King Charles III and Queen Camilla, and the trio took part in the pageantry of the royal procession before the day's races began. Kate has only recently resumed some royal duties following the announcement in January that she is in remission. Her appearance at 'Trooping the Colour' over the weekend was a significant and emotional moment for many, as she joined her children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis in a carriage during the parade. The family later appeared on the Buckingham Palace balcony for the traditional RAF Red Arrows flypast. On Sunday, members of the royal family gathered for the 'Order of the Garter' service at St George's Chapel in Windsor Castle. It marked a poignant return to form for the royal calendar, though Kate did not attend this year's ceremony. The Princess first revealed her cancer diagnosis in March, having started preventative chemotherapy in February. Speaking publicly in January, she described her remission as "a relief". While Royal Ascot missed her elegant presence this year, royal watchers remain hopeful she'll be back in the royal enclosure in due course when she feels ready. IOL Entertainment
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3 days ago
- Entertainment
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Minnie Ntuli opens up about her feud with Londie London before 'The Real Housewives of Durban' reunion
Gagasi FM radio presenter Minnie Ntuli joined season five of the popular reality show "The Real Housewives of Durban" as a friend of the show. Image: Supplied Season five of 'The Real Housewives of Durban' has kept reality TV lovers glued to their screens as the drama unfolds. As with previous seasons, the new season trended week after week, but one cast member's name continuously trended. Love or hate her, Minnie Ntuli shook the tables on 'The Real Housewives of Durban.'. From addressing wig seller Precious about her treatment of her staff to addressing Londie London for returning to the group, Ntuli didn't hold back. What started as a minor squabble with Londie London quickly escalated into one of the season's most talked-about feuds. The fallout saw Ntuli losing her cool and being labelled a "mean girl" by some viewers online. Ntuli discussed the past season with Showmax before the eagerly awaited reunion. Addressing a key question from viewers about her difficult relationship with Londie London, she set the record straight, clarifying whether there was prior bad blood. 'There's no dramatic backstory or secret feud,' said Ntuli. Her arguments with Londie London began with criticism of outfits, which moved to Londie London's place in the group. Then things somehow moved to how people were raised and designer wear also in the mix, and how people allegedly make their money. 'What happened between us happened on the show, in real time, and, unfortunately, it spiralled. Emotions were high, egos were bruised, and communication broke down.' Ntuli revealed that she has since privately apologized to Londie London. 'What viewers saw wasn't the full picture, but my actions in those moments are on me,' she said. The radio star has received immense online criticism and social media backlash. She has even had to make her Instagram account private. 'People say hurtful things with zero context, and it stings. But I try to separate the noise from the truth. Ntuli handles the criticism by reading what she needs to grow, and releasing what doesn't serve her. 'I've had to remind myself daily that being flawsome means owning your mistakes, learning out loud, and giving yourself grace.' Participating in reality TV is challenging, and while Ntuli understands the nature of editing and its potential impact on viewers' perceptions, she gained valuable insights into both her strengths and weaknesses through the experience. IOL Entertainment
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3 days ago
- Entertainment
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'You have to be authentic': Meghan Markle responds to criticism of her viral hospital dance video
Meghan, Duchess of Sussex. Image: Bang Showbiz Meghan Markle has addressed the recent backlash surrounding a viral video in which she and Prince Harry are seen dancing in a hospital room moments before the birth of their daughter, Lilibet. Earlier this month, the Duchess of Sussex posted the joyful clip on Instagram to mark Lilibet's fourth birthday. The video, set to the song 'Baby Momma,' features Meghan and Harry showing off their dance moves. At one point, she is even seen playfully twerking as she holds her baby bump. The lighthearted moment sparked mixed reactions online, which has prompted Meghan to speak out during a candid conversation with British businesswoman Emma Grede in an episode of her 'Aspire' podcast titled "Meghan, Duchess of Sussex: Why Ambition Is Her Jam." "You have to be authentic," Meghan said, after Grede admitted she had watched the video '20 times.' 'Did you see my 'Baby Momma' dance?' Meghan asked with a laugh. Grede replied, 'Is that Prince Harry there with the fingers? I was like, OK… good on Harry, let's go. But that's you, right? Like that's you in a way we haven't really seen before.' In the video caption, posted on June 4, Meghan reflected on the moments leading up to Lilibet's birth. 'Four years ago today, this also happened. Both of our children were a week past their due dates… so when spicy food, all that walking, and acupuncture didn't work, there was only one thing left to do!' she wrote alongside the clip. Speaking on the podcast, the duchess explained the importance of sharing real, personal moments despite public scrutiny. 'That was four years ago, so it's also a really great reminder that with all the noise, or whatever people do, there's still a whole life, a real, authentic, fun life, that's happening behind the scenes.' She also expressed gratitude for having a platform where she can share on her own terms. 'I'm just grateful that now, being back on social as well, I have a place where I can share it on my own terms.' Since rejoining Instagram in January, Meghan has offered rare glimpses into her family life. On Sunday, she marked Father's Day with a heartfelt video tribute to Prince Harry. The short montage featured tender moments of Harry teaching their son Archie to ride a bike, beach walks with their children, and sweet family snapshots. 'Happy Father's Day to our favorite guy,' she wrote alongside the video, celebrating Harry's role as a father to Archie and Lilibet. IOL Entertainment Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel.
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10-06-2025
- Entertainment
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Hooked on K-drama: How a single episode becomes 10 and sleep is a distant memory
K-dramas like "Crash Landing on You" have captivated viewers worldwide. It starts innocently enough. A friend raves about a series, your teenager begs you to watch 'just one episode', and suddenly you're wide awake at midnight on a Tuesday, heart racing over a fictional couple who've barely even touched hands. Welcome to the world of Korean drama - aka K-drama, where the plots are gripping, the people impossibly beautiful, and emotional investment is guaranteed. From Seoul to Sandton, women around the world are being swept off their feet by Korean dramas- and now I can speak from personal experience. Many of my friends (and my young teenage daughter) had been watching them for a few years, and they were completely hooked. I just couldn't understand it. The subtitles, the slow pace, the overly emotional scenes - what was the appeal? Then one night, I gave in. I figured I'd watch a few minutes of 'Crash Landing on You' to see what the fuss was about. Seven nights later, I was still watching… until midnight. Every night. I still don't fully understand how it happened. Maybe it was the slow-burn romances that build with tension. Or the impossibly beautiful people with skin so flawless they barely look real - like living Instagram filters. The men are often sensitive, brooding, and impeccably dressed. The women are strong, elegant, and always have perfect hair, even after a dramatic sob session in the rain. Add sweeping scenery, dramatic music, and plenty of cliffhangers, and you've got a recipe for obsession. K-dramas somehow manage to be sweet, funny, tragic, and completely addictive - all in one neat package. For teens, they offer a dreamy escape. For grown women, they're a break from the chaos of daily life. It's storytelling with style, and it speaks to something deeply universal: the need to feel, to root for love, and to be swept away (preferably by someone with great cheekbones and a tragic past). I did eventually manage to pull myself away, barely, but many of my friends haven't looked back. Me? I've promised myself I'll only watch on weekends. IOL Entertainment
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23-05-2025
- Entertainment
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M-Touch continues to celebrates triple win for ‘Kwelanga 2. 0' at Metro FM Music Awards
Born and bred in Pretoria, the young talent, real name Bulelwa Tibane is among the producers on the hit song "Kwelanga 2.0" Music producer M-Touch continues to enjoy the acclaim for his recent collaboration with Bassie and Ranger on the track 'Kwelanga 2.0.' 'Kwelanga 2.0', featuring TMan Xpress and Lee McKrazy, won three awards at the 2025 Metro FM Music Awards; Best Music Video, Best Amapiano Song, and Best Collaboration Song. Having seen the success of 'Kwelanga', M-Touch admits that he had expected to walk away with one award but three was the cherry on top. M-Touch shared with IOL Entertainment how he knew the song would be a hit as soon as Bassie was done recording. 'I couldn't stop playing it thereafter, I kinda knew it would be a hit'.
