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Daily Mail
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Celebs Go Dating thrown into chaos after 'star storms off set after filming overran leaving bosses scrambling'
Celebs Go Dating was reportedly thrown into chaos after one of its stars stormed off set after filming overran. Mark 'The Beast' Labbett, 59, famed for his appearances on The Chase, is among the latest celebrities joining the dating agency in an attempt to find love. But it seems the quizzer was left less than impressed after one of the filming days overran and the stars were on set for 11 hours. A source told The Sun: 'The Beast threw a strop the other week and walked off as filming overran and he wasn't happy about it. The source claimed that the other celebrities weathered the storm but Mark was so unhappy he 'stormed out' and left filming for the entire day. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the Daily Mail's new showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. 'Bosses were scrambling behind the scenes and everyone was really stressed about whether he would come back, but luckily after getting a good night's sleep, Mark calmed down and returned to set the next day,' they added. MailOnline has approached representatives for Mark and Celebs Go Dating for comment. Kerry Katona, 44, jet to Ibiza earlier in the year with the E4 cast - which includes former Love Island star Olivia Hawkins, 29, S Club 7 singer Jon Lee, 43, and Mark 'The Beast' - ahead of filming. And in April, MailOnline revealed a Chelsea favourite had also joined the lineup. Sam Prince, 28, who has previously dated Lottie Moss and Inga Valentiner, will feature in the new series following his split from Chelsea co-star Yasmine Zweegers - who he appeared to reunite with at the end of the recent series. The cast of singletons jet to the White Isle on Monday to start filming with relationship experts Paul C. Brunson and Anna Williamson, as comedian Rob Beckett returns as the show's narrator. A TV source told MailOnline: 'Sam is the perfect contestant for Celebs Go Dating... He's had a string of failed relationships and now as he reaches his late 20s, he's keen to learn the error of his ways. 'He started dating ex-girlfriend Yasmine hours after his relationship with Inga ended, which caused huge upset in the Made In Chelsea cast. 'There have certainly been situations that Paul will need to analyse and hopefully give Sam the necessary feedback he needs to grow.' Sam joined Made In Chelsea in 2017 and is known for causing conflict on the E4 series, as well as dating many of his co-stars. Last month Christine McGuinness revealed she had quit the new series of Celebs Go Dating. The ex-wife of Paddy McGuinness, 37, was part of the star-studded line-up for the fourteenth series of the E4 hit. Christine had already flown to Ibiza to start filming but took to Instagram to explain she had quit the show because it was 'too soon' after her divorce from her ex-husband Paddy. Pals close to the mother-of-three believed she may have left the programme over 'fears' of upsetting ex-husband Paddy, 51, by discussing their recent divorce on TV. According to insiders, the model, who split from the former Top Gear host in 2022, had been 'enjoying' filming and going on dates after flying to the White Isle this week. She had appeared keen as she got stuck in at the show's Ibiza pool party, which was attended by Celebs Go Dating alumni and surprise guests Wayne Lineker and Dean Gaffney. The reality star, who was set to date both men and women on the show, had been revealing more about her 'type', explaining that she likes 'feminine women with an edge' at the show's 'mixer', where celebrities met the contestants for the first time. However, Christine then suddenly quit the series, with insiders saying she had become anxious over her private life, including feelings surrounding her divorce, being made public. A source said: 'Christine was really up for this show and discovering more about herself with the help of the relationship experts. 'She settled in really well in Ibiza and treated it like a bit of a holiday. 'Hours before she pulled out of the series, she was having so much fun at one of the show's pool parties, chatting away to former contestants Wayne and Dean. 'She had even struck up a flirtatious relationship with one of the contestants, who she flew to Ibiza as part of the dating series, and was finally opening up about her feelings towards women. 'But all of a sudden her mood changed and she began to have real doubts over her appearance, especially with how she may be upsetting Paddy by discussing their divorce on a TV show. 'It's a real shame but she just wasn't in the right frame of mind to take part and it was best for all concerned for her to leave the process.'
The Sun
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Celebs Go Dating star Jon Lee finds love on E4 show as new boyfriend revealed
CELEBS Go Dating's Jon Lee has begun a new relationship - having met his now-boyfriend through the show. The S Club singer, 43, is among the famous faces set to appear in the E4 dating programme's latest series. 4 It sees single stars join an exclusive dating agency in a bid to find romance. The Sun can reveal Jon's efforts ultimately prove successful, as he has found love with hunky Jordan Fairhurst. Jordan, who works in marketing, met Jon when they were set up by the show's matchmakers. An insider tells The Sun: "Sparks flew between Jon and Jordan instantly. "There was a real connection there from the get go and things developed really quickly. "They have been on a few dates on the show, but now they are in official and in a full blown relationship. "Jon never expected to find something serious on the show. but Jordan really took him by surprise. "Fans will see how the relationship develops on the show but it's one of the love stories of the series. It's all very sweet." Earlier this year, Jon took to Instagram and shared news of his Celebs Go Dating involvement. He captioned: "So exciting to be joining the season 14 cast of @celebsgodating!" S Club 7's Jon Lee tries to find love on dating show Dinner Date One fan commented: "I can't wait to see you on this, you'll be fab xxxx." Another wrote: "Love this... goodluck lovely." While a third penned: "Looking froward to watch our Jon look for romance." A fourth remarked: "Oh hello!!!!! How exciting." Filming is taking place in Ibiza during the first date stages, for the first time ever. The cast previously jetted off to the White Isle to begin filming, with the show airing in the summer. Also on board are The Chase quizzer Mark Labbett, Too Hot To Handle hunk Louis Russell, former Love Island contestant, Olivia Hawkins and Sam Prince from Made In Chelsea. Where stars of Celebs Go Dating are now? Celebs Go Dating premiered in 2016 and has since aired a whopping twelve series of the show and has helped almost 50 famous faces try and find love. Whilst many didn't find their forever partner on the programme, many of the show's biggest names have nonetheless managed to settle down of their own accord. Charlotte Crosby (series 1 - 2016) - The show's first big signee was Charlotte who was fresh from quitting Geordie Shore and splitting with on-off love Gaz Beadle. On the show, she enjoyed dates with a stripper named Jeavon and MAFS hunk Brad Skelly - years before he took part in the E4 marriage programme. These days, the reality megastar has found love with businessman Jake Ankers and the pair share daughter Alba Jean together. Having got engaged in Dubai last year, with the proposal filmed for her BBC series Charlotte in Sunderland, the TV couple are now planning a wedding of their dreams as well as hoping for more children. Ferne McCann (series 2 - 2017) - Ferne was fresh out of the I'm A Celebrity jungle when she joined the Celebrity Dating Agency. Although the TOWIE beauty failed to find lasting love on the programme, she soon became a mother to baby Sunday with her jailed ex, Arthur Collins. These days she is happily with her fiance Lorri Haines and the couple even have their own child together, Finty. Jorgie Porter (series 2 - 2017) - Like Ferne, Hollyoaks actress Jorgie was snapped up for the show after a stint Down Under. She is now a mum-of-one to baby Forest and has recently given fans a peek into motherhood and her home life with fiance Ollie for the very first time on ITV reality series, Drama Queens. Charlotte Dawson (series 3 - 2017) - Charlotte was all up for a laugh when she headed to the Agency after making a reputation for herself as a wild party animal. During her time on the programme, she enjoyed a sordid forbidden romance with fellow celeb, The X Factor star Frankie Coccozza which quickly fizzled out. Now the star is a mum to two boys, Noah and Jude, with her rugby ace partner, Matt Sarsfield. Kerry Katona (series 6 - 2019) - Whilst often known for being unlucky in love, Kerry attempted to find the one with a turn on CGD. With three failed marriages and five children under her belt, Kerry treated the programme as a last-chance saloon. Whilst romance did not blossom, she used the agent's advice with her next partner, fiance Ryan Mahoney whom she met shortly after the series wrapped. Kerry and Ryan are still happily together to this day and live in her stunning Cheshire abode. Alison Hammond (series 8 - 2020) - This Morning legend Alison took part in the programme in 2020 after admitting to longing for a partner. Although she enjoyed a slew of successful dates, nothing appeared to last. However, The Sun revealed earlier this month how the TV presenter had managed to win the heart of a Russian toyboy, David Putman. Laura Anderson and Gary Lucy (series 11 - 2022) - Love Island star Laura and Hollyoaks actor Gary ended up dating one another after both signing up for the show's eleventh series. They went on to have a daughter together, Bonnie, but their romance has been on-off with the pair even being separated during Laura's pregnancy. Although it looked as though the romance had gotten back on track, things appear to have cooled once again in recent weeks. Vanessa Feltz (series 12 - 2023) - Vanessa signed up for the show in the wake of her highly-publicised split from her ex, Ben Ofeudo. Vanessa left E4 fans shocked when she was criticised for her rude demeanour on dates and was called out by the show's agents for her behaviour with the gentleman she was paired up with on the show. Vanessa is still believed to be single almost a year on from the show. Adam Collard (series 12 - 2023) - The Love Island bad boy caused tension on the show after he hooked up with fashion model and OnlyFans creator Lottie Moss during filming but later confirmed he wanted nothing more with Kate Moss' little sis. These days, he is loved up with sports broadcaster Laura Woods with the couple regularly putting on the PDA when out in public. Last month, The Sun revealed Celebrity Big Brother star Donna Preston had been snapped up as a late signing. She said: 'I'm buzzing to be joining the show and to finally crack the code on what men really want, besides snacks and not being asked what they're thinking. 'I'm intrigued to meet new people, but let's be honest, if a date's boring, I won't waste anyone's time. "Life's too short to sit through tales of someone's coin collection, I'll be gone before the starter arrives.' 4 4
Daily Mail
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Truth behind Hannah Spearritt's 'off-grid', prepper life in Costa Rica, her VERY environmentally unfriendly car and her unlikely shopping habits
Former S Club 7 star Hannah Spearritt has recently delighted her Instagram followers with posts from her idyllic new tropical home in Costa Rica, where she and her partner Adam Thomas are determined to 'live off the land'. Hannah, 44, changed her bio to: 'Prepper, survivalist and creator now living the uninhibited jungle life.' But as these exclusive photos show, even an eco-warrior needs the occasional visit to the supermarket in their gas-guzzling 4x4. Last week, Adam, 45, loaded up the couple's 3.0 litre diesel Hi Lux pick-up with the weekly shop at the huge BM supermarket in Dominical, about half an hour down the mountain from where the couple and their two young daughters have based themselves. Hannah and Adam's hillside estate with its own waterfalls and stunning views of lush green valleys is a far cry from their life in Britain, which they waved goodbye to in January. Hannah announced to her 348k Instagram followers that the couple now plan to 'learn permaculture' so they can 'live off the land' growing fruit and vegetables. But locals and other expats in the hills above Dominical on Costa Rica's Pacific coast, told MailOnline that the challenges of self-sufficiency can be 'immense'. 'Of course it depends on several factors such as how much dough you have, how much land and above all, how much experience,' said an American member of the local ex-pat Facebook group, Domi Crew. 'It can be done, of course, but there are a lot of people who've tried and underestimated how difficult it is, then been forced to look for some other kind of paid work instead to get by.' If that should happen to Hannah and Adam, there would be plenty of opportunities in the thriving tourist and surfing resort of Dominical, should the couple decide to work. The town is less than half an hour's drive down the mountain in their huge gas-guzzling 3.0 litre diesel Toyota Hi Lux pick-up which Hannah showed off on Instagram recently. There is a wide range of luxury hotels, yoga retreats, craft breweries, high-end restaurants, natural food stores, fast food restaurants and a huge BM supermarket, where the couple have both been seen. Though some Instagram followers have assumed the couple's wooden house with glorious views of the sunrise from the terrace would be 'off grid', it almost certainly is not. More than 99 per cent of the many villas and farms dotted in the forest are on mains electriicty and most boast air conditioning and high-speed internet as well, delivered either by fibre optic cable or satellite. Judging by photos posted by Adam on Facebook in their airy kitchen with a high vaulted ceiling, the family won't lack any mod cons in the home. At the supermarket this week, MailOnline spotted Adam loading a trolley high with goods including loo paper and bread to take home. Before heading back to their apartment, he emptied the truck of some rubbish including a soft drink cup from McDonald's. One real estate agent in Dominical told MailOnline: 'There is a very healthy property market around here and it's driven by foreigners. Many of them are digital nomads running their business from here because it's beautiful, with the jungle, the beaches and the quality of life. 'But actually making a living from the land is a tough job, unless you have significant resources and know-how, or have enough property to rent it out to paying guests.' It's not known how much capital Hannah and Adam have between them, but their plans to open a holistic food store in Twickenham had to be shelved last year, reportedly because of spiralling costs. The commercial property in the heart of Twickenham village, bought in Hannah's name in November 2018 for £520,000 with a mortgage, was sold in March, having been on the market for £900,000. Adam announced the couple's move to Central America back in January with a foul-mouthed attack on Britain, declaring 'F*** the UK and f*** the f***ing lot of them. We GOOONE!!!'. His intemperate Facebook post was accompanied by a sweet photo of his two daughters, Taya, five and four-year-old Tora, in a hammock at their stunning rain forest house. But the bitter tone of his invective against politicians of all hues, and 'nosey jobsworth c***s in every government department and the NHS' raised another question. Could an ugly incident which saw the couple clash with police and social workers three years ago over an injury to their baby daughter have been a factor in their decision to quit Britain? The move to Costa Rica brought to an end a well-publicised nightmare few years for Hannah, which included the death of her ex-boyfriend and band member Paul Cattermole in 2023, her awkward departure from S Club 7, a disastrous breast implant surgery resulting in years of ill health and a spell in rehab to wean her off powerful pain killers. But less well known is one of the darkest chapters in her 2023 autobiography, Facing the Music, billed as a 'searingly candid memoir', concerning a clash between the couple and social services. In December 2022, while house-sitting for friends in Virginia Water, Surrey, press reports branded the couple 'homeless' while they were between rental flats. When then toddler Tora suffered an injury, believed to be caused by a dog jumping up and scratching her eyelid, Hannah wrote: 'We found ourselves on the radar of social services, an absolutely ridiculous situation to be in, totally unjustified.' She recalled the horrific incident when she ran toward the sound of Tora's screams: 'The scene that I came upon in the living room will stay with me forever. Tora was standing on the couch, eyelids horrifically lacerated and the worst facial injury I've ever seen.' At the hospital, she wrote: 'One of the nurses came in, and asked Adam if she could have a word with him outside. What I didn't know was that as soon as he left the room, the police were waiting for him and arrested him, taking him off in handcuffs. 'What was already a terrible situation had ramped up to something indescribable'. Hannah claimed that media reports about their temporary homelessness had somehow convinced the authorities that it was likely that one or other of them had inflicted their daughter's injuries. She said: 'It's truly frightening to think that someone with absolutely zero evidence can paint a picture like that which influences someone being arrested and locked up while their daughter lies in a hospital bed, waiting for major surgery.' She added: 'It felt like persecution, one of those police states that people talk about. 'Honestly, I don't think I can ever forgive the people responsible, although we've made every effort to forget about it, and them, as quickly as possible.' Nevertheless, while the social services conducted their investigation, she said, the family had to live in accommodation where other responsible adults were present. She added: 'This was adding insult to serious injury and bearing in mind my gradual decline in health generally, I was really beginning to despair.' It wasn't the first time Adam Thomas had been investigated for alleged violence. In 2016, he was charged with attacking Hannah in a domestic argument, and intimidating a witness. But when the case came to trial, it collapsed, and he was found not guilty of common assault and witness intimidation during a hearing at Kingston Crown Court. The court heard that three prosecution witnesses were not available and that the case could not proceed. Adam Thomas was found not guilty and discharged. Hannah and Adam are believed to have chosen Costa Rica to settle after enjoying a trip to the stunning location in 2018. The visit originally inspired them to set up the café, Fire and Earth, in Twickenham in 2022. However, it was never ready to open fully and they sold up earlier this year. A source said: 'It's the latest in a sequence of setbacks. The new plan is selling up and moving to Costa Rica to live off the land.' Meanwhile Hannah, who has suffered from an autoimmune condition since 2013, had been set to join her former band on their comeback tour in 2023 but pulled out following a feud over contracts. Following the row, the other members - Rachel Stevens, Jo O'Meara, Jon Lee, Bradley McIntosh and Tina Barrett – announced that they would continue as a five-piece. All the mod cons are available to the family with 99 per cent of the many villas and farms dotted in the forest are on mains electricity and most boast air conditioning and high-speed internet Hannah was said to have been blindsided by the S Club announcement, with her being left on bad terms with the band in which she rose to fame in the early 2000s. She then reportedly drafted in lawyers and made the bold move to release her autobiography on the same day the band would have taken to the stage. Before Paul's death, all seven members of the chart-topping band initially confirmed they were reuniting for a landmark 25th anniversary tour. Hannah initially refused to join the line-up, citing a lack of childcare and only agreed to join when music manager Simon Fuller offered to pay for nannies to come along. Two months later, band member Paul died, and Hannah then accepted a five-figure sum to tell her story, which left a bitter taste in the remaining band member's mouths. The Dancing On Ice star apologised to S Club's fans for deciding to leave but said she had to do what was best for herself and her family.
Daily Mirror
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Rachel Stevens' ex-husband's new wife is expecting their first child together
Rachel Stevens' ex-husband is expecting his first baby with his new wife. The new addition to Alex's family comes three years after he and the S Club 7 singer split. The couple split in 2022 just one month before they would have been celebrating their 13th wedding anniversary. She said that while they were no longer "partners in marriage," they would remain "partners in parenthood" to co-parent their two daughters, Amelie, 12, and Minnie, nine. But now, just months after marrying, Alex and his new wife, Lily, have revealed they're expecting. Taking to Instagram in a joint post, art dealer Lily showcased her blossoming baby bump as she and Alex enjoyed the sun at Columbia Road Flower Market over the weekend. Wearing a fitted grey T-shirt, her bump proudly stood out as she carried a bouquet of flowers. "A new chapter... & Spring days," the upload was captioned. The upload was soon flooded with celebratory messages. One follower said: "The best news. Thrilled for you both." A second added: "This is incredible!! So happy for you!!" Meanwhile a third went on to write: "My heart is so full for you both! What a beautiful blessing, can't wait to see all the love this little one brings into your lives." "Congratulations this is such lovely news," gushed another. Alex and Lily were married at Lime Kiln Lodges in East Sussex in February, with their nearest and dearest joining them for the special day. This is a breaking showbiz news story. Join The Mirror 's WhatsApp Community or follow us on Google News , Flipboard , Apple News, TikTok , Snapchat , Instagram , Twitter , Facebook , YouTube and Threads - or visit The Mirror homepage.
Daily Mail
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Rachel Stevens' ex husband Alex Bourne is expecting his first child with new art dealer wife Lily - three years after split from S Club 7 singer
Rachel Stevens ' ex husband Alex Bourne is expecting his first child with his new wife Lily - three years after his split from the S Club 7 singer. The property mogul, 47, tied the knot with art dealer Lily, 31, at Lime Kiln lodges in East Sussex in February surrounded by their family and friends. And on Sunday, Lily took to Instagram in a shared post with her new hubby to announce their pregnancy. She shared a carousel of snaps from spring, but two included her growing baby bump. 'A new chapter,' she captioned the snaps - as her baby bump could be seen as she went for a stroll with a bunch of flowers. From A-list scandals and red carpet mishaps to exclusive pictures and viral moments, subscribe to the DailyMail's new Showbiz newsletter to stay in the loop. S Club star Rachel, 46, announced she had separated from her childhood sweetheart, Alex, in July 2022, just one month shy of their 13-year anniversary. Alex and Lily then got engaged last summer on Hampstead Heath after meeting earlier that year. Rachel and Alex's two daughters, Amelie, 12, and Minnie, nine, were both in attendance at the wedding and were both bridesmaids. Rachel herself has also found love with Dancing On Ice skater Brendyn Hatfield, going official in November 2023 after first being paired together on the ITV show. She did not appear to be in attendance at the wedding. Lily looked stunning in a bespoke lace gown in snaps shared to both of their Instagram accounts from the big day. They penned in the caption: 'A little more from our big day. Still on cloud ☁️ 9. 'Words can't begin to describe our happiness. Thank you to all of our family and friends for being there on our special day.' 'A new chapter,' she captioned the snaps - as her baby bump could be seen as she went for a stroll with a bunch of flowers Alex and Lily then got engaged last summer on Hampstead Heath after meeting earlier that year (seen announcing their engagement) Last June Alex gushed about his girlfriend at the time Lily and confessed that he would like to get married again one day. He said: 'I'm very grateful for what I have in life. My new partner is a wonderful person and she works in art. She's a beautiful person inside and out. 'I'm a very open-hearted person and I think love is an amazing thing. I've got a wonderful partner and incredible family and a business that I'm proud of. 'Why not get remarried one day? I'm a romantic and a passionate person and I think life is about loving.' He also opened-up for the first time about his 'terrifying' split from Rachel. Alex admitted that he struggled during the early stages of their separation, especially navigating co-parenting. But the former actor insisted that he and Rachel are now on good terms, having moved on with new partners, who their two daughters 'adore'. Alex, who is Co-founder and Director of London House, explained: 'It was terrifying at the start and it's not easy – and maybe I am making it all happy families - but we've handled it really well. I guess we are a blended family and I'm totally cool with it. 'I'm happily in a relationship and have a supportive partner, who my kids absolutely adore. Both myself and my ex-wife are in happy relationships and we are very supportive of each other. 'My children are such kind, loving people, who I am very proud of, so they made it easy to introduce them. They really, genuinely want us to be happy and we are.' The prime real estate agent, who co-founded prime real estate agency London House, added that the former couple had worked to 'avoid animosity' with introducing their new partners. He said: 'We were very grown up about the whole introducing partners thing. Everything has been handled with a lot of sensitivity and respect and that avoids animosity and unhappiness. 'Our children are everything and all we want is for them to be happy.' Alex's candidness came a week after Rachel lifted the lid on their separation during an appearance on BBC Radio 4's Woman's Hour, comparing it to 'jumping off a cliff.' She admitted: 'It's a lot of navigating, especially with the girls because they've always been at the forefront. 'I'm very lucky, their dad is a great dad and we've always been so aligned with keeping them really safe in it and being really honest. 'We've had great advice on how to age-appropriately speak to them and help them feel safe in it all, because that was my biggest fear - how they are going to be in all of this.' She continued: 'You're changing your life. It's not only a marriage it's a family around it, it's your friendship groups, your home, your children. 'Changing your whole life, for me it felt like jumping off a cliff, like wow, it's the unknown. 'But I've always believed that we have to be happy, we have to be true to ourselves and it's not something you decide overnight, it's something that takes so much thought and questioning. 'I haven't talked about it a lot publicly because I'm so mindful of everyone involved.' The former couple were childhood sweethearts and reconnected in the mid-2000s when Rachel was launching her solo career and Alex was still trying to make it as an actor in Los Angeles. They got engaged in June 2008 after 18 months of dating and tied the knot at Claridge's in London the following year. The pair walked down the aisle to S Club 7 's hit Never Had A Dream Come True and her bandmates - Bradley McIntosh, Hannah Spearritt, Jo O'Meara, Jon Lee, Paul Cattermole and Tina Barrett - were there to watch them say 'I do'. Discussing her new relationship with Brendyn, Rachel went on: 'We've just been really mindful and thoughtful of everyone involved and it was a very slow process, but when you go through growth in your life, you change and your outlook on life changes. 'You realise this is what I need, this is what I want, this is what I deserve. And everything is new and it all just kind of happens.' She added: 'It all just evolves and it's not black and white, it's just an amazing growth experience.' Last year Rachel revealed how falling for Brendyn led to her 'messy' split from Alex, with their marriage already on the rocks. Speaking to The Sun she admitted: '[The split] was messy. I knew that we were growing, that I was growing apart, but I was in turmoil, because first of all my kids'. Rachel went on to recall how she felt telling now ex-husband Alex about Brendyn admitting: 'It was really scary, because I knew as soon as I said that, that was it.' It was in July 2022 that Rachel announced on Instagram that she had split from her husband of 12 years. Insisting they would be keeping things amicable, she wrote: 'I just wanted to share with you all that after time and consideration, the difficult decision has been made for Alex and I to separate. 'While we are no longer partners in marriage, we will remain partners in parenthood to our beautiful girls and continue with love and respect for each other. 'I feel so incredibly grateful for the life we built together and will now continue to be focused on moving forward united as a family.'
