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'The Great British Bake Off's Flora Shedden has quit university to write a cookery book.
The 19-year-old student has revealed she's delayed her history of art degree after being offered a number of book deals from various publishers.
She said: "I've just signed a leave of absence at St. Andrews University and started writing a book called 'Gatherings'.
"Making the decision was really tough. I'd already taken the last year out working so I was conscious I was quite late starting a degree anyway.
"Putting it off for another year was something I really didn't want to do.
"But this is an exciting time and these opportunities are only there now. They won't come back in four years when I've finished my degree.
"I didn't want either my studies to slide or produce a book I wasn't happy with. So I've got to grab it with both hands."
And after signing a deal worth an estimated £150,000, she's now being tipped for a career in television after being dubbed the "next Nigella" Lawson.
Flora shared: "I was really surprised by how much I enjoyed television.
"I thought I'd be a total shambles but TV was a lovely experience.
"I think it's a really nice way of speaking to people.
"And I'm a big bletherer - I'll speak to anyone.
"It was very exciting and if something was to come out of it and I could make it a career then it'd be lovely."
Flora's book will feature a mixture of easy cooking and baking recipes.
The Great British Bake Off’s Flora Shedden writing book
'The Great British Bake Off's Flora Shedden has quit university to write a cookery book.
The 19-year-old student has revealed she's delayed her history of art degree after being offered a number of book deals from various publishers.
She said: "I've just signed a leave of absence at St. Andrews University and started writing a book called 'Gatherings'.
"Making the decision was really tough. I'd already taken the last year out working so I was conscious I was quite late starting a degree anyway.
"Putting it off for another year was something I really didn't want to do.
"But this is an exciting time and these opportunities are only there now. They won't come back in four years when I've finished my degree.
"I didn't want either my studies to slide or produce a book I wasn't happy with. So I've got to grab it with both hands."
And after signing a deal worth an estimated £150,000, she's now being tipped for a career in television after being dubbed the "next Nigella" Lawson.
Flora shared: "I was really surprised by how much I enjoyed television.
"I thought I'd be a total shambles but TV was a lovely experience.
"I think it's a really nice way of speaking to people.
"And I'm a big bletherer - I'll speak to anyone.
"It was very exciting and if something was to come out of it and I could make it a career then it'd be lovely."
Flora's book will feature a mixture of easy cooking and baking recipes.
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Maisie Williams will make a third appearance in 'Doctor Who'.
It has been confirmed by the BBC One programme's showrunner Steven Moffat that the 'Game of Thrones' star will return as immortal viking Ashildir for dramatic episode 'Face The Raven,' when the Doctor's companion Clara Oswald (Jenna Coleman) is expected to face her death.
During the episode 'The Woman Who Lived' where she portrayed The Highwayman, she told the Doctor - played by Peter Capaldi: "Someone has to look out for the people you abandon, who better than me? I'll be the patron saint of the Doctor's leftovers. While you're busy protecting this world, I'll get busy protecting it from you."
To which he replied: "Ashildir, I think I'm very glad I saved you."
Meanwhile, Jenna previously insisted the 18-year-old actress "fit right in" when she joined the cast for the new series.
When asked if things are different between herself and Peter when they have guest stars on set, she said: "The two of us are always behaving as stupidly as we do, it's been lovely having Michelle [Gomez] back, she's always a laugh. Maisie is wonderful, I was a really big fan of hers before she came to 'Doctor Who', she fits right in so it's been really great having her join us. One of the most wonderful things about the show is every episode feels so different, it feels like a whole new show in a way."
Maisie Williams returning to Doctor Who
Maisie Williams will make a third appearance in 'Doctor Who'.
It has been confirmed by the BBC One programme's showrunner Steven Moffat that the 'Game of Thrones' star will return as immortal viking Ashildir for dramatic episode 'Face The Raven,' when the Doctor's companion Clara Oswald (Jenna Coleman) is expected to face her death.
During the episode 'The Woman Who Lived' where she portrayed The Highwayman, she told the Doctor - played by Peter Capaldi: "Someone has to look out for the people you abandon, who better than me? I'll be the patron saint of the Doctor's leftovers. While you're busy protecting this world, I'll get busy protecting it from you."
To which he replied: "Ashildir, I think I'm very glad I saved you."
Meanwhile, Jenna previously insisted the 18-year-old actress "fit right in" when she joined the cast for the new series.
When asked if things are different between herself and Peter when they have guest stars on set, she said: "The two of us are always behaving as stupidly as we do, it's been lovely having Michelle [Gomez] back, she's always a laugh. Maisie is wonderful, I was a really big fan of hers before she came to 'Doctor Who', she fits right in so it's been really great having her join us. One of the most wonderful things about the show is every episode feels so different, it feels like a whole new show in a way."
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Nick Grimshaw has been asking Lily Allen and Adele for tips on 'The X Factor'.
The Radio 1 DJ has joined the panel as a judge this year and has turned to his superstar pals for advice on how to get the best out of his acts, Seann Miley Moore, Che Chesterman and Mason Noise, in the live shows.
A source told The Sun on Sunday that Nick caught up with Lily last week where she critiqued his judging style.
And Nick revealed that Adele - who recently made a musical comeback with new song 'Hello' - has inspired how he judges the performers on the programme.
He explained: "She has really changed the way I judge people on 'The X Factor'. I don't want to be there for gimmicks, I want to be there for honesty.
"I sent the boys from my 'X Factor' category Adele's interview from the show. I said, 'Listen to this. She is a superstar yet is so grounded. She's the same as the day I met her.' The boys can't change just because they are on TV."
Nick previously revealed Cheryl Fernandez-Versini counselled him when he was criticised for his performance on 'The X Factor'.
The BBC Radio 2 DJ has revealed experienced judge Cheryl was very protective of him when it was reported axed judge Louis Walsh was being brought back to replace him.
Nick explained: "Cheryl was like, 'Just you wait. Everyone gets it on this show'.
"I was like, 'Louis Walsh doesn't like me!' and Cheryl was like, 'Please'.
"She was more upset than me. She's been very caring and welcoming to me and she phones me all the time and checks up on me."
But despite being upset by the comments, Nick was never worried about losing his job.
He shared: "Simon [Cowell] told me, 'This is the nature of the best - you're in the goldfish bowl, everyone has something to say'."
Nick added: "Coming on after Louis, who's been awesome for 11 years and a national treasure, that's big shoes to fill. I think anyone would have got stick."
Nick Grimshaw’s star support
Nick Grimshaw has been asking Lily Allen and Adele for tips on 'The X Factor'.
The Radio 1 DJ has joined the panel as a judge this year and has turned to his superstar pals for advice on how to get the best out of his acts, Seann Miley Moore, Che Chesterman and Mason Noise, in the live shows.
A source told The Sun on Sunday that Nick caught up with Lily last week where she critiqued his judging style.
And Nick revealed that Adele - who recently made a musical comeback with new song 'Hello' - has inspired how he judges the performers on the programme.
He explained: "She has really changed the way I judge people on 'The X Factor'. I don't want to be there for gimmicks, I want to be there for honesty.
"I sent the boys from my 'X Factor' category Adele's interview from the show. I said, 'Listen to this. She is a superstar yet is so grounded. She's the same as the day I met her.' The boys can't change just because they are on TV."
Nick previously revealed Cheryl Fernandez-Versini counselled him when he was criticised for his performance on 'The X Factor'.
The BBC Radio 2 DJ has revealed experienced judge Cheryl was very protective of him when it was reported axed judge Louis Walsh was being brought back to replace him.
Nick explained: "Cheryl was like, 'Just you wait. Everyone gets it on this show'.
"I was like, 'Louis Walsh doesn't like me!' and Cheryl was like, 'Please'.
"She was more upset than me. She's been very caring and welcoming to me and she phones me all the time and checks up on me."
But despite being upset by the comments, Nick was never worried about losing his job.
He shared: "Simon [Cowell] told me, 'This is the nature of the best - you're in the goldfish bowl, everyone has something to say'."
Nick added: "Coming on after Louis, who's been awesome for 11 years and a national treasure, that's big shoes to fill. I think anyone would have got stick."
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Marnie Simpson has slammed Vicky Pattison for bashing other girls "to make herself feel better".
The 'Geordie Shore' star has spoken out against former co-star Vicky, 27, to criticise her for picking on her best pal and co-star Chloe Etherington.
Marnie exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "I just think she's got too much time on her hands. For some reason she's just really unhappy with herself. I think she's such an insecure girl that she's got to try and bash other girls to make herself feel better.
"I've heard that she's been griefing Chloe as well. How old's Vicky? 30? 31? Why would you even grief a 19 year old?"
Chloe joined the cast of the MTV reality show last year and veteran cast member Charlotte Crosby accused her at the time of copying her but Marnie's now claimed she's just upset because Chloe's taken some of the attention away from her.
The brunette beauty explained: "I think she [Chloe] might steal Charlotte's limelight a little bit, no one else's. It's like someone coming in and being a drama queen. I'd be like, 'Move over, that's my role'."
Marnie added: "She's so innocent and so warm. You could never be bitchy or catty with her. I'm very protective of her. She's like my little sister."
Marnie Simpson slams Vicky Pattison
Marnie Simpson has slammed Vicky Pattison for bashing other girls "to make herself feel better".
The 'Geordie Shore' star has spoken out against former co-star Vicky, 27, to criticise her for picking on her best pal and co-star Chloe Etherington.
Marnie exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "I just think she's got too much time on her hands. For some reason she's just really unhappy with herself. I think she's such an insecure girl that she's got to try and bash other girls to make herself feel better.
"I've heard that she's been griefing Chloe as well. How old's Vicky? 30? 31? Why would you even grief a 19 year old?"
Chloe joined the cast of the MTV reality show last year and veteran cast member Charlotte Crosby accused her at the time of copying her but Marnie's now claimed she's just upset because Chloe's taken some of the attention away from her.
The brunette beauty explained: "I think she [Chloe] might steal Charlotte's limelight a little bit, no one else's. It's like someone coming in and being a drama queen. I'd be like, 'Move over, that's my role'."
Marnie added: "She's so innocent and so warm. You could never be bitchy or catty with her. I'm very protective of her. She's like my little sister."
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Rita Ora gets "agitated" with Simon Cowell on 'The X Factor.'
The 24-year-old singer is a mentor and judge alongside the music mogul, 56, on this year's show but she has admitted his comments and decisions infuriate her sometimes and she really struggles to bite her tongue at times.
She explained: "He's been really supportive actually. But he's Simon Cowell - he can come across as harsh or rude. There's obviously something right about him, since he's been doing this for 12 seasons.
"I value his opinions, though sometimes when he translates those opinions on the TV screen, I get a bit ... agitated."
The 'Body on Me' hitmaker - who was a guest judge on the show in the ninth series - was a coach on the BBC's 'The Voice' earlier this year, before she jumped ship to ITV's 'The X Factor' two months ago to judge and nurture a category alongside Simon, Cheryl Fernandez-Versini and Nick Grimshaw, but she believes her approach is the same.
She explained to the Independent magazine: "I've never changed my approach on either show.
"My approach has always been to be encouraging and make constructive criticism. That's how I am. I'd hate for someone to feel uncomfortable around me."
Rita Ora gets ‘agitated’ with Simon Cowell
Rita Ora gets "agitated" with Simon Cowell on 'The X Factor.'
The 24-year-old singer is a mentor and judge alongside the music mogul, 56, on this year's show but she has admitted his comments and decisions infuriate her sometimes and she really struggles to bite her tongue at times.
She explained: "He's been really supportive actually. But he's Simon Cowell - he can come across as harsh or rude. There's obviously something right about him, since he's been doing this for 12 seasons.
"I value his opinions, though sometimes when he translates those opinions on the TV screen, I get a bit ... agitated."
The 'Body on Me' hitmaker - who was a guest judge on the show in the ninth series - was a coach on the BBC's 'The Voice' earlier this year, before she jumped ship to ITV's 'The X Factor' two months ago to judge and nurture a category alongside Simon, Cheryl Fernandez-Versini and Nick Grimshaw, but she believes her approach is the same.
She explained to the Independent magazine: "I've never changed my approach on either show.
"My approach has always been to be encouraging and make constructive criticism. That's how I am. I'd hate for someone to feel uncomfortable around me."
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Ainsley Harriott has become the fourth star to be voted off 'Strictly Come Dancing'.
The celebrity chef and his professional partner Natalie Lowe are the latest pair to leave the BBC One dance show after failing to impress the judges with their jive.
Ainsley and Natalie lost the dance off to Jamelia and Tristan McManus, who performed their foxtrot on Sunday's (25.10.15) show.
Daniel O'Donnell, Anthony Ogogo and Iwan Thomas have already been eliminated.
The results show featured a special performance from musician Bryan Adams.
Meanwhile, Ainsley previously admitted he was finding the 'Strictly Come Dancing' rehearsals painful.
He explained: "My legs absolutely ache. Five or six hours in that studio ... oof.
"I wouldn't say it's killing me but I'm waking up muscles that I didn't know existed. It's wonderful because at the end of it there's a little bit of a reward, you can think, 'I can dance!'"
However, he believed he had a slight edge over some of the other dancers who are more technically advanced because he has such "flair" on the dancefloor.
Asked if he thought he could win, he told BBC Radio 1: "I think it's difficult for me to answer. I've really got to do my best all the time, I'm going to give it my best shot. But I think that what I have noticed over the years of watching 'Strictly' is that it's not necessarily those that have the technical ability, you've got to have a bit of flair too."
Ainsley Harriott voted off Strictly
Ainsley Harriott has become the fourth star to be voted off 'Strictly Come Dancing'.
The celebrity chef and his professional partner Natalie Lowe are the latest pair to leave the BBC One dance show after failing to impress the judges with their jive.
Ainsley and Natalie lost the dance off to Jamelia and Tristan McManus, who performed their foxtrot on Sunday's (25.10.15) show.
Daniel O'Donnell, Anthony Ogogo and Iwan Thomas have already been eliminated.
The results show featured a special performance from musician Bryan Adams.
Meanwhile, Ainsley previously admitted he was finding the 'Strictly Come Dancing' rehearsals painful.
He explained: "My legs absolutely ache. Five or six hours in that studio ... oof.
"I wouldn't say it's killing me but I'm waking up muscles that I didn't know existed. It's wonderful because at the end of it there's a little bit of a reward, you can think, 'I can dance!'"
However, he believed he had a slight edge over some of the other dancers who are more technically advanced because he has such "flair" on the dancefloor.
Asked if he thought he could win, he told BBC Radio 1: "I think it's difficult for me to answer. I've really got to do my best all the time, I'm going to give it my best shot. But I think that what I have noticed over the years of watching 'Strictly' is that it's not necessarily those that have the technical ability, you've got to have a bit of flair too."
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Nathan Sykes has admitted he's reduced to tears when he watches his former bandmate Jay McGuiness perform on 'Strictly Come Dancing' every week.
The Wanter singer, 22, has revealed he finds himself sitting in front of the television with tears streaming down his face when he sees her friend take to the dance floor with his professional partner Aliona Vilani week-in and week-out.
Speaking on the programme before Jay, 25, performed his passionate Paso, Nathan said: "I'm like there sobbing every week, He's just doing so well. I'm just so proud of him."
And Nathan wasn't the only one who liked Jay's feisty dance as judge Bruno Tonioli got a little hot under collar, stood up and referred to the hunk's moves as "the bull's b*****ks."
He said: "Oh yes, those are the bull's b*****ks. He really went for it. Your arms were like the wings of a flamingo."
Presenter Tess Daly was later forced to apologise for the Italian judge's foul-mouthed outburst on nation television.
Meanwhile, Jay and Aliona's Paso secured them an impressive combined score of 33 points from the judges.
But their future in the competition will rely on the public's votes, with the next contestant to be given the boot being revealed tonight (25.10.15) at 7.15pm on BBC One.
Nathan Sykes cries when he watches Jay McGuiness on Strictly Come Dancing
Nathan Sykes has admitted he's reduced to tears when he watches his former bandmate Jay McGuiness perform on 'Strictly Come Dancing' every week.
The Wanter singer, 22, has revealed he finds himself sitting in front of the television with tears streaming down his face when he sees her friend take to the dance floor with his professional partner Aliona Vilani week-in and week-out.
Speaking on the programme before Jay, 25, performed his passionate Paso, Nathan said: "I'm like there sobbing every week, He's just doing so well. I'm just so proud of him."
And Nathan wasn't the only one who liked Jay's feisty dance as judge Bruno Tonioli got a little hot under collar, stood up and referred to the hunk's moves as "the bull's b*****ks."
He said: "Oh yes, those are the bull's b*****ks. He really went for it. Your arms were like the wings of a flamingo."
Presenter Tess Daly was later forced to apologise for the Italian judge's foul-mouthed outburst on nation television.
Meanwhile, Jay and Aliona's Paso secured them an impressive combined score of 33 points from the judges.
But their future in the competition will rely on the public's votes, with the next contestant to be given the boot being revealed tonight (25.10.15) at 7.15pm on BBC One.
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Ross Kemp is set to return to 'EastEnders.'
The 51-year-old actor, who last appeared in the programme nine years ago, is being persuaded by show executive producer Dominic Treadwell-Collins to reprise his role as hardman Grant Mitchell in the BBC One Soap next year.
The tough-talking thug will storm onto Albert Square in a bid to save his recovering alcoholic brother Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) from hitting the bottle again following his spat with psycho gangster Gavin Sullivan (Paul Nicholas).
A show insider told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "Dominic has put out discreet feelers and has been quite encouraged by the response. Storylines don't get much bigger than getting the Mitchell brothers back together."
Dominic is keen to reunite the programme's "big four" characters - Grant, Phil, Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) and Sharon Mitchell (Letitia Dean) - for one final time.
The producer said: "I think the fact that you've got Phil, Kathy, Sharon - there's a person missing, isn't there?
"To get all four on screen at the same time is a dream. As an 'EastEnders' fan, you want to watch that."
Meanwhile, Ross - who originally starred as Grant from 1990 until 1999 and then returned for two short stints in 2005 and 2006 - recently admitted he would be up for reprising his role but only when the "time is right."
He said: "I've got no problems with going back there. It was 10 years of my life; some of it was happy, some of it wasn't so happy but I enjoyed most of it, or I wouldn't have stayed there so long. Yeah, if the opportunity comes along and it's the right time, definitely, why not."
Ross Kemp to return to EastEnders
Ross Kemp is set to return to 'EastEnders.'
The 51-year-old actor, who last appeared in the programme nine years ago, is being persuaded by show executive producer Dominic Treadwell-Collins to reprise his role as hardman Grant Mitchell in the BBC One Soap next year.
The tough-talking thug will storm onto Albert Square in a bid to save his recovering alcoholic brother Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) from hitting the bottle again following his spat with psycho gangster Gavin Sullivan (Paul Nicholas).
A show insider told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "Dominic has put out discreet feelers and has been quite encouraged by the response. Storylines don't get much bigger than getting the Mitchell brothers back together."
Dominic is keen to reunite the programme's "big four" characters - Grant, Phil, Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) and Sharon Mitchell (Letitia Dean) - for one final time.
The producer said: "I think the fact that you've got Phil, Kathy, Sharon - there's a person missing, isn't there?
"To get all four on screen at the same time is a dream. As an 'EastEnders' fan, you want to watch that."
Meanwhile, Ross - who originally starred as Grant from 1990 until 1999 and then returned for two short stints in 2005 and 2006 - recently admitted he would be up for reprising his role but only when the "time is right."
He said: "I've got no problems with going back there. It was 10 years of my life; some of it was happy, some of it wasn't so happy but I enjoyed most of it, or I wouldn't have stayed there so long. Yeah, if the opportunity comes along and it's the right time, definitely, why not."