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Daily Mirror
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
JLS' Aston Merrygold rushed to hospital as he shares concerning ambulance snap
Aston Merrygold has been rushed to the hospital, he's revealed. The musician who shot to fame on The X Factor took to his Instagram Stories to share a collection of selfies taken in the back of an ambulance. 37-year-old Aston was hooked to an intravenous line as he was strapped to a stretcher while on board the emergency vehicle. "It's been an interesting 13 hours," he commented. One image saw Aston lying with a pair of sunglasses on, while a second saw a sticky tab on the back of his hand as he put his thumb up for the selfie. 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.
Metro
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Metro
Blue's Lee Ryan announces he is about to welcome 6th child with cheeky video
Lee Ryan has revealed his wife is pregnant once again in a hilarious Britney Spears-themed post, announcing his sixth child is on the way. The Blue icon, 42, took to TikTok to share the good news with a picture of himself and Verity Paris, who was sporting a baby bump. Posing by the piano, Lee was beaming as he put his hand on his wife's stomach as she smiled from ear to ear in a stunning pink silky dress. The snap was set to Britney Spears' hit track Oops I Did It Again, inspiring Lee's playful caption. ''Oooops we did it again' baby number 4 on the way to add to our lovely little family!,' he wrote. 'Another vibe to join the tribe we are truly grateful.' The All Rise singer pointed out another one of their children had snuck into the snap, calling his son on the piano chair a 'little Elton John'. Lee and Verity — who was on The X Factor in 2009 — have three children together, two girls and a boy, born in 2023, 2022, and 2021. They tied the knot in 2022 in Seville, with all of Blue — Duncan James, Antony Costa, and Simon Webbe — in attendance. He is also dad to Bluebell, 18, who he shares with Jessica Keevil and daughter Rayn, 16, with ex Samantha Miller. Congratulations filled the comments from fans and friends alike, quickly racking up over 4,000 likes and hundreds of messages. 'Congratulations mate,' DJ Scott Robinson said before joking: 'I think you need to get a TV in your bedroom lol.' Lee replied: 'Haha yeah thanks bro 😎 I can't afford a tv….. 📺 we don't like the brainwashing box anyway.' Samantha Harvey said: 'Starting your own band, mate!! Hahah congratulations!! ♥️♥️.' EastEnders star Shona McGarty added: 'AHHH NO WAY!!!! Yay! Xxx ❤️congratulations to you both xxx 💝.' 'I'm so happy you have found happiness and you have a beautiful family. Congratulations ❤️,' wrote Dory Leigh. In an emotional response, Lee said: 'Took me a while to get away from bad people who were trying to ruin my life. Once I left everything got better x.' Lee has been very open about his life, previously sharing a loved-up details about his and Verity's wedding. He told OK!: 'The service incorporated different religions and spiritual elements along with lots of different music, which made everyone cry. I walked down the aisle with my newborn son in my arms dressed in matching tux to Time by Hans Zimmer, played by a string quartet. More Trending 'Then watching my wife walk down the aisle to I'm Kissing You by Des'ree sung by a gospel choir… that took my breath away.' Phones were banned at the ceremony, with the couple wanting family members to be in the moment rather than filming it. Speaking about his kids, he added: 'Our children are our lives. Our two girls were flower girls and our little boy was all dressed up too. They were all at the front with us, as you can see in some of the photos.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you.
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Pretty village once home to Harry Styles with top ice cream parlour
The village is a perfect spot for a day out and has even been put on the map by one of the world's biggest stars Just an hour's drive from Manchester lies a delightful village brimming with independent businesses, tea rooms and even a top-notch ice cream parlour. This place, however, gained fame thanks to one of the world's most renowned singers. Holmes Chapel in Cheshire, with its scenic buildings and population of around 7,000, was once home to singer Harry Styles. The town was catapulted into the spotlight over a decade ago when a young Harry Styles made his debut on The X Factor. Now, this quaint village is globally recognised, largely due to the Grammy award-winning former One Direction member. But there's more to the area than just being the childhood home of the 31-year-old star. Originally known as Church Hulme, the village started as a small farming community of about 400 people. However, with the advent of the railway line, train station, local road network and nearby M6, its population boomed during the 1800s and 1900s. The parish council describes it as a 'thriving community', lauding its array of local shops and amenities, as well as the surrounding countryside that can be explored via numerous footpaths, including along the River Dane at the northern boundary, reports the Manchester Evening News. With a highly-rated comprehensive and two primary schools, the village also boasts a picturesque centre, featuring the striking St Luke's church at its heart, surrounded by a variety of shops and hospitality venues. One such local gem is W. Mandeville's bakery, known to locals simply as Mandeville's. This establishment has been serving the community for more than a century since it first opened its doors in 1900. In recent times, it's often been nicknamed 'Harry's Bakery', as this was where the Watermelon Sugar singer worked before he left to try his luck on the long-running ITV talent show. The village boasts two central pubs - the George and Dragon and the Red Lion - along with the Bottle Bank bar. Nearby, there's a Sainsbury's Local, Costa and Tesco Express. The shopping precinct next to the fire station hosts a variety of businesses, including Morrison's Daily and the popular London Road Fish Bar. Nestled on the cobbled path behind St Luke's is The Cobbles Tea Room - a cosy, independent café and B&B. Towards the southern end of the village, you'll find The Vic, a social club, and Chinese restaurant Fortune City. The village also has plenty to offer families. Bidlea Dairy Ice Cream Farm recently experienced its busiest day of sales ever, thanks to the recent spell of sunny weather. Located amidst beautiful countryside with stunning views of Jodrell Bank telescope, the farm is a beloved destination for both the young and the old. Despite its rural setting, the ice cream farm is easily accessible, being just four miles from junction 18 of the M6 and close to Goostrey's mainline train station. Since its launch in 2021, Bidlea Dairy has rapidly amassed a dedicated fanbase, thanks to its remarkable array of 80 ever-changing ice cream flavours, and seating spots boasting breathtaking vistas of one of Cheshire's most iconic landmarks. Bidlea Dairy has expanded its repertoire with a variety of fridges filled with its full dairy range, encompassing milk, creams, yoghurts, and family-sized tubs of ice cream. Ice cream enthusiasts can select from a revolving menu of flavours at the milk and ice cream vending machines. Each day presents 24 options, featuring tempting varieties like Biscoff, birthday cake, bubblegum, and mint choc chip – all reasonably priced at £2.90 for a single scoop, £3.90 for double, and £5 for a colossal triple scoop indulgence. The Bidlea assortment also includes decadent ice cream milkshakes, crafted from any two flavours of your choosing, at a cost of £6. If you're dropping by the café, anticipate a delightful selection of hot and cold beverages alongside scrumptious snacks such as cheese toasties at £3.95, home-cooked soup for £4.50, or a hearty bacon and sausage bap also at £4.50. They also offer lactose-free dog ice cream, ensuring that four-legged guests are well catered for. Visitors can savour the stunning panoramic views over the Cheshire landscapes and Jodrell Bank from the café's outdoor area and elevated seating platform, providing customers with an unobstructed view of the famous telescope. Holmes Chapel has ramped up its attractions, now boasting the Holmes Chapel Zoo on-site. This menagerie is home to creatures like meerkats, lizards, and owls. The zoo offers regular workshops and interactive days that allow guests to spend up to an hour getting up close with meerkats in their expansive, specially designed environment. Another must-visit is Goostrey Home and Leisure. Nestled within old farm structures along the A50 gateway between Holmes Chapel and Knutsford, it has been captivating visitors for more than 20 years. You'll quickly realise Goostrey is no typical farm shop; it shines with its array of local handcrafted goods, from garden-fresh veggies and meats to dairy delights and freshly baked treats. Step deeper into the barns, and you enter a wonderland packed with a bazaar's worth of retail jewels. Touted as the "ultimate country shopping experience", Goostrey leads you through a labyrinth rich with uniquely diverse stalls. You are sure to stumble upon an assortment of gems ranging from gifts to homeware, crafts to plants, garments, accessories, pet essentials, and an array of other finds. Further enhancing the charm is the substantial tearoom on-site, adorned with distinctive décor, where patrons can indulge in hot meals and cakes elegantly presented on stands. Parents will be pleased with the sheltered outdoor seating area adjacent to the main café, offering a view of a free play area where youngsters can burn off some energy. The playground is packed with fun features including a structure with ladders and slides, adventurous elements like a rope ladder and stepping stones, swings, crawl-through tubes, and a sandbox for digging.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Simon Cowell stops performance of 13-year-old 'America's Got Talent' singer called 'young Justin Bieber' by judges
Chase Varnes, a 13-year-old musician from Vancouver Island in the Canadian province of British Columbia, had a scary encounter with judge Simon Cowell Tuesday on America's Got Talent. Varnes had just started singing and playing guitar when Cowell, the man who helped Nicole Scherzinger assemble One Direction on the U.K. version of The X Factor in 2010, stopped him abruptly. "I hate to do this," said Cowell, who has, in fact, stopped acts before. "I didn't love the song; however, I like you. Have you got another song?" Varnes broke into Ed Sheeran's "Life Goes On," and it was a hit with audiences and most of the judges. "You know, you remind me of a young Justin Bieber," judge Howie Mandel told Varnes, who lit up at the compliment. Like his fellow Canadian, Varnes has put in his time busking. Judge Sofia Vergara was also complimentary. "I know it's nerve-racking to be on this stage, but I thought it was better the second song," Vergara said. "Simon always knows how to stop it and make it better. I think the girls are gonna go crazy for you." The third judge, Mel B, was more cautious. "You were great," the former Spice Girl said. "You were a diamond in the rough with so much potential. But I can see your nervousness. You're not quite there yet for me." Then Mandel started the voting by giving him a "yes." While Vergara did the same, Mel B held out. "I think, give yourself another year, then come back when you're more confident,' she said. "I have to say no, I'm sorry." But Cowell saved the clear audience favorite, who only needed one more ally on the panel."Sometimes we have on people your age, and I'm like, 'Okay, I'll be sort of nicer because you're young," Cowell began. "You, I actually do believe, that you have something.... You've got everything going for you. The audience loved you, which is why you're gonna get three yeses." Later, the show's stage was overtaken with cats — or at least people dressed like them. A Baltimore artist who goes by Moshow and is known as "The Cat Rapper" rocked a hat that gave him cat ears and lyrics ("Meow, meow, meow") that did not make the judges purr. At Vergara gave him a "yes" vote, she was the only one. Cowell did, however, note that "the kids are gonna love that song." The very next act to walk onto the stage was also feline-oriented. And none of the members, who were all dressed as cats, would speak. It was too much for Mel B, who asked, "Is this some kind of joke?" But it was real. The group of a dozen or so people, called Loco Pop Familia, did a choreographed routine that left even Mel B impressed, just not enough to win her support. "You all can really dance," she said, "But. You're so annoying! The whole thing is annoying. The song is annoying. The way that you dressed as cats is not my thing." Cowell disagreed wholeheartedly and called the act "genius." He also gave them the third vote they needed to move forward. Upon hearing the good news, the contestants dropped to the floor and crawled off the stage. America's Got Talent airs at 8 p.m. ET/PT Tuesdays on NBC. Read the original article on Entertainment Weekly
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
X Factor star welcomes baby via surrogate and shares adorable name
David Heath, best known for rising to fame in 2006 with the boyband Eton Road on The X Factor, has become a father again at 39. The singer shared a touching video introducing his newborn daughter, Honey, who was born via surrogate.
