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Wah-wah pedal inventor Del Casher dies aged 88

Del Casher, the guitarist and inventor whose innovations helped shape the sound of modern rock music, has died aged 88.
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Reggie ‘N’ Bollie’s wives in ‘battle bus bust-up’


Reggie 'N' Bollie's wives reportedly had a bust-up on their battle bus this week.
The 'X Factor' finalists headed home to Farnborough, southern England, for a homecoming street party with their mentor Cheryl Fernandez-Versini, but their partners are said to have clashed during the event.
According to the Daily Mirror newspaper, Reggie's wife Edith allegedly yelled at Bollie's partner Mira: "Don't ever talk to me like that again.
"Don't ever speak to me like that. Especially not in front of other people."
The reggae duo are said to have "bickered in Ghanian" while the row took place, and the pair's wives were later separated on the bus.
A source told the publication: "It had been a really busy day and tempers were fraught. All the boys' families had come out to show their support and things just got a little bit too much for everyone."
Despite the alleged incident, Reggie 'N' Bollie are said to have been delighted by the reaction they received from fans in their home town, and were particularly pleased Cheryl was able to attend.
Speaking about their mentor, they said: "She has put smiles in our hearts and faces."
Reggie 'N' Bollie are currently second favourites to win 'The X Factor' on Sunday (13.12.15) against rivals Che Chesterman and Louisa Johnson, who is the odds-on favourite to triumph.
But first they will have to progress to the ITV show's finale by getting through Saturday night's (12.12.15) show, when one of the three acts will be voted off the competition.
Reggie 'N' Bollie are 9/2 to win the show with bookmakers Paddy Power, with Che at 14/1 and Louisa hot favourite at 1/6.

Charlotte Crosby and Gary ‘Gaz’ Beadle confirm they’re dating


Charlotte Crosby and Gary 'Gaz' Beadle have confirmed they're dating.
The 'Geordie Shore' stars were filmed kissing while on a night out in London earlier this week and they've now revealed they've decided to give their on/off relationship another shot away from the reality show cameras.
Gaz - who was being quizzed by Charlotte in a video posted online - said: "We've been stuck in the house for so many years and spent so much time with each other, we just needed to spend some time with each other with no cameras and o pressure, no one around us, so it kind of feels like last night was a first date but it wasn't."
Gary - who announced his split from his girlfriend of a year Lillie Lexie Gregg last month - admitted that although they've known each other for years they're planning to take things slowly.
He explained: "Me and Charlotte are in a really great place. We're both single and going to have a little bit of fun. What's the harm in that? You know what I mean? There's no harm in that.
"Yeah, we're going to go on the odd date for maybe the next few weeks."
The 27-year-old hunk also confessed he finds it funny that their fans get so excited about them going on dates when they've seen them do much more on television.
He added: "Everyone gets so excited about this first kiss but we've kissed millions of times before, so why is everyone getting so excited about last night's kiss? We've had sex on TV!"

Timothy West struggles to communicate with wife Prunella Scales


Timothy West has struggled to communicate with his wife Prunella Scales since she was diagnosed with dementia.
The former 'EastEnders' actor - who has been married to the 'Fawlty Towers' actress, 83, for over fifty years - has confessed they're no longer able to have proper conversations now her condition has worsened.
Asked what the most difficult aspect of her illness is, Timothy said: "Communication really. When we've been to a concert, or a play, or a film, there's nothing very much we can say about it afterwards because Pru will have a fairly hazy memory. She'd have enjoyed her evening and she'll perhaps talk about the acting, but she's not able to cope with talking about what the play was saying."
The 81-year-old star admitted that while they both find it difficult and frustrating, they try not to dwell on it.
Speaking on 'Piers Morgan's Life Stories', he explained: "Well, the sad thing is that you just watch the gradual disappearance of the person that you knew and loved and were very close to. There's a lot of her left, and we still enjoy life and there are a lot of things that Pru is able to enjoy and we're able to do together.
"If you live from day to day it's manageable. It's when you start thinking of the past and thinking, 'Oh what a shame she can't do that anymore, she doesn't appreciate that any more and we can't talk about this anymore', then it's sad."
'Piers Morgan's Life Stories: Timothy West' airs tomorrow (11.12.15) at 9pm on ITV.




Ferne McCann to quit The Only Way Is Essex?


Ferne McCann is reportedly planning to quit 'The Only Way Is Essex'.
The 25-year-old star - who joined the cast of the reality show in 2013 - is said to be keen to pursue a career in TV presenting after coming in third place on 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!'
A source told the Daily Star newspaper: "Ferne came across amazingly well in the jungle, showed her true self and has won a new army of fans.
"It would be like taking 10 steps back to return to 'TOWIE' now where she will be subject to vicious jealous cast members.
"It isn't appealing, so she is planning to hand in her notice and do something different next year."
The news comes after Ferne split from long-term boyfriend Charlie Sims earlier this year when he made her choose between him and the show.
But he now thinks she's ready to move on to bigger and better things.
He told new! magazine: "I'd like to think she'd move on from the show now. It's been a good platform for her but, after doing a big show like this, I'd like her to move forward.
"I'd like to see her get into TV presenting because it will suit her.
"I think she'd be really good on a show like 'Loose Women' because she is very honest and opinionated."
And Ferne - who claimed earlier this year that she'd landed a small role in a film - also spoke of her ambitions during her time in the 'I'm A Celeb' jungle.
She said: "I'd love to do a radio show and I'd love to be in British dramas, I love 'Downton Abbey'. It's just something that I love to watch and I'd love to do something like that."

Helen George and Jay McGuiness for Strictly Live Tour


Helen George and Jay McGuiness have completed the line up for the 2016 'Strictly Come Dancing' tour.
The 'Call the Midwife' actress and the former The Wanted signer have both signed up to take part in the annual tour early next year.
Helen - who was voted off the current series of the show last weekend - said: "I had a brilliant time on 'Strictly', so I'm very excited to continue my journey and have the chance to show off some of my favourite dances to audiences on the UK tour."
Jay - who is set to compete in the semi-final with professional partner Aliona Vilani this weekend - is also looking forward to returning to the dancefloor.
He shared: "I'm used to performing in front of massive crowds when touring with The Wanted, but performing with Aliona on the 'Strictly Live Tour' will be a totally different experience.
"I'm loving my time on the TV series, but the idea of being back out in front of live arena audiences is something I'm very much looking forward to."
Helen and Jay join fellow 2015 contestants Anita Rani and Georgie May Foote - who are also in this weekend's semi-final - and TV chef Ainsley Harriott.
'EastEnders' actor Jake Wood and The Saturdays singer Frankie Bridge - who competed on the show last year - complete the line-up.
Frankie - who was unable to take part in the tour last year due to morning sickness - said: "I was so disappointed not to be able to perform in this year's Strictly Tour, as I'd been so looking forward to continuing my 'Strictly' journey.
"But following the birth of my son in August, I'm thrilled to have been asked to join the 2016 tour."

Christine Bleakley and Frank Lampard to wed this month


Christine Bleakley is set to get married to Frank Lampard in an intimate ceremony in London five days before Christmas.
The former 'Dancing On Ice' presenter and her footballer beau, who got engaged in 2011, are finally set to become husband and wife on Sunday December 20 when they exchange vows in front of their close friends and family.
A source said: "Christine and Frank have had the date set for a while but have been trying to keep it under wraps. They want it to be an intimate affair and have only invited close friends and family. They haven't signed a big magazine deal like a lot of stars do because it's not their style."
The loved-up couple have asked Ed Sheeran, 24, to be their official wedding singer during the reception at the lavish members'-only The Arts Club in Central London.
The insider explained to The Sun newspaper: "Ed is keen but already has something in the diary that day, so he is trying to move things in order to make it."
Meanwhile, although the guest list is fairly small, Christine, 36, has reportedly invited her former 'DOI' co-star Phillip Schofield and presenter Susanna Reid to the nuptials.
Frank, 37 - who now plays for New York FC - has also asked his ex-England teammates John Terry, Rio Ferdinand and Wayne Rooney, and Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho to attend.

Brett Butler-Smythe to renovate Lord Sugar’s bathroom?


Brett Butler-Symthe is hoping to renovate Lord Alan Sugar's bathroom after being booted off 'The Apprentice'.
The 28-year-old builder was fired by the business magnate on last night's (09.12.15) episode of the show but has revealed he hopes to keep in touch with his former boss by offering up his handyman skills.
Brett exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "He did say to me, 'You know Brett, I'm under no illusion that if I needed you to dig me a hole, you'd dig me a hole. And if I asked you to come round and do my bathroom, you'd do it.' So I'm waiting for a phone call 'cause it must be due a refurbishment by now."
Brett - who had a bust up with fellow candidate Scott Saunders over a remote control while living together as part of the process - has claimed there's little he'd change if he could do it all over again despite not winning the £250,000 investment.
He explained: "I think I've got good reviews from people that have said, you're really honest and straight talking and that that's a good quality to have.
"Maybe I could potentially not be so abrupt sometimes and let people make their own mistakes a little bit more, but if I don't agree with somebody I'll tell them regardless of whether they want to hear it or not because I think it's valid to get the win for the team as a team."
'The Apprentice' continues next Wednesday at 9pm on BBC One.

Anita Rani wants to show off Strictly Come Dancing body


Anita Rani is desperate to go on holiday so she can show off her 'Strictly Come Dancing' body.
The 38-year-old presenter can't believe how much her figure has changed with the intensive training on the show so has told her husband she wants to try a different vacation this winter.
She said: "My husband and I are planning to go away at Christmas for a holiday and we were talking about doing something outdoorsy, like snowboarding.
"I'm not a beach person but I told him this week that I wanted to go on a beach holiday - I joked I won't have a body like this for much longer and I said we should go somewhere I can show it off.
"I also think I'm going to be very tired [after 'Strictly']. He is over the moon!"
The 'Countryfile' host is amazed at how well she and her dance partner Gleb Savchenko get along and couldn't have asked for a better partner.
She told Closer magazine: "It's really spooky how well we get on.
"I've never had another relationship in my life like it.
"Everything is so exposed that Gleb knows when I am in a bad mood. He knows when I am finding it hard.
"He looks at my body language and gets it all. It is incredible. He is a great teacher."

Duncan Bannatyne’s girlfriend responds to Lady Colin Campbell


Duncan Bannatyne's girlfriend has hit back after Lady Colin Campbell hinted that she's a gold digger.
Nigora Whitehorn, 65, has spoken out after the 66-year-old star revealed she hopes Duncan, also 66, and his girlfriend get married soon so that she can leave him and take all of his money.
Nigora - who got together with the twice divorced former 'Dragons' Den' star earlier this year - wrote on Twitter: "LadyC just can't handle the success of my man who's just donated all of his 100k fee @imacelebrity to @operationsmile."
Lady C's comments - which she can be heard making on the 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! Coming Out Show' tonight (09.12.15) - come after Nigora claimed she has "no class" for branding Duncan a "p**sy" in the jungle.
She says: "Well that was before her billionaire, who I'm sure she loves totally for himself, started to attack me.
"I hope she will soon become his wife so when she divorces him she'll clean him out."
Meanwhile, the royal biographer - who accused Duncan and Spandau Ballet star Tony Hadley of bullying her during her time on the reality show - has revealed she phoned the police after Duncan allegedly "assaulted" her and her son Dima.
She wrote on Twitter: "Thanks 4 supporting Dima and me when Duncan physically assaulted me on TV and him at the base camp. Police came but haven't pressed charges."
The 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! Coming Out Show' airs tonight (09.12.15) at 8pm on ITV.

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