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Stephanie Davis to join I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!


Stephanie Davis is set to join 'I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!' for the new series.
The former 'Hollyoaks' star, who was sacked from the Channel 4 soap earlier this year following issues with her behaviour, is being lined up to join the reality TV show based in the heart of the Australian jungle later this year.
A source told the Daily Mirror newspaper: "Stephanie is hot property and the reality shows have all been desperate to sign her up since her sacking as they know she is mouthy and prone to crazy antics."
However, the 22-year-old actress won't be spending the whole time lapping up the sun in her skimpy bikini as she's keen to get stuck into the infamous Bushtucker Trials.
The insider added: "Steph is also keen to prove herself and wants viewers to see her stronger side taking part in jungle challenges and interacting with the other contestants.
"She knows 'I'm A Celeb...' won't be easy, but thinks the experience will be positive overall."
The brunette beauty was sacked from 'Hollyoaks', in which she portrayed feisty Sinead O'Connor for five years, in August after she was caught skipping work and arriving to set late allegedly under the influence of alcohol.
However, Stephanie has since insisted it was her decision to bow out of the soap because she needed a "break."
She said previously: "It was ultimately my choice to leave! I just walked and then the producers told me if I didn't come back they'd have no option but to terminate my contract.
"I regret the way it ended - I probably should have gone about it in a better way, but I was desperate for a break."
A spokesman for the show clarified her exit came following a number of warnings about her attendance.

MasterChef’s Gregg Wallace wants more kids


'MasterChef's Gregg Wallace wants to have more children.
The 50-year-old judge, who already has two teenage children Tom and Libby from his second marriage to Denise, is keen to start a little family with his soon-to-be wife Anna-Marie Sterpini, 29, despite their 21-year age gap.
Speaking to the Daily Mirror newspaper, he said: "Anna is 29, Italian and wants to start a family so the chances are we will. In fact, you can pretty much guarantee it - otherwise her father will garotte me!"
And despite three failed marriages and having to postpone his wedding to Anna once already, the TV presenter is adamant they'll definitely make it down the aisle next year.
He said: "I honestly thought that each of my marriages would work and I've never given up on the idea of marriage. This time I hope I'll get it right."
Meanwhile, Gregg - who was forced to close his restaurant in London last year, has admitted he's a rubbish entrepreneur and has laid his quest to make a name for himself in business to rest in favour of married life.
He explained: "I'm no good at business, it's as simple as that. I've had some very ­expensive losses. Since I met Anna, I just want the quiet life.
"I want to hide away, grow vegetables, do more cooking, keep chickens - and chase Anna around the garden!"

Gemma Atkinson wants baby before she’s 32


Gemma Atkinson wants to have a baby before she's 32.
The 30-year-old actress has been keen to start a family with her boyfriend Olly Foster, whom she has been dating for two years, since she had a cuddle with her former 'Hollyoaks' co-star Mikyla Dodd's little bundle of joy recently.
Speaking to OK! magazine, she said: "I am a bit broody after seeing Mikyla's baby.
"I always said I'd have a baby at 32 - my mum had me at 32 - so hopefully we'll do that in a few years if God allows it."
And the 'Emmerdale' star - who portrays Carly Hope in the ITV soap - is so determined to have a child that she's willing to sacrifice to a big white wedding in favour of a little one.
However, the blonde beauty will certainly have her hands full as not only does she have a busy filming schedule but she also spends five days a week down the gym with her beau.
Gemma - who attended the Inside Soap Awards on Monday night (05.10.15) - explained: "I train five mornings a week - which, if I'm working, means getting up at 4.30am to train before work."

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Strictly Come Dancing’s Aliona Vilani has bust-up with husband


'Strictly Come Dancing' professional Aliona Vilani allegedly had a "bust-up" with her husband on Saturday (03.10.15).
The 31-year-old dancer reportedly had a blazing row with her spouse Vincent Kavanagh, whom she married last year, in front of her fellow contestants backstage at the show following her romantic Waltz with Jay McGuiness, 25.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "After the filming of the results show wrapped on Saturday night, Aliona and Vincent had a heated moment in front of other dancers backstage.
"Her husband accused her of ignoring him and was clearly put out by how intimate Jay and Aliona's dance had been.
"Most people on the show feel sorry for Vincent, because it hasn't been an easy few days for him.
"He's trying to stay supportive but Aliona didn't accept his point and was bolshie and snappy back."
The altercation came just two days before Aliona and the Wanted singer were spotted putting on a cosy display while waiting for a taxi after the Pride of Britain awards in London.
Slinging his chunky suit jacket over the Russian beauty's shoulders to keep her warm from the bitter chill, Jay wrapped his arms around her and nestled into her neck.
However, the handsome star has since shot down rumours of a blossoming romance between the pair.
He said last weekend: "Aliona is happily married to an Irish fellow who I think is a legend.
"So my eyes won't wander in our rehearsals. She's the one in control and I'm the one who needs to be constantly told what the hell it is I'm supposed to be doing."

Tyger Drew-Honey slams plans to axe BBC Three


Tyger Drew-Honey has slammed plans to axe BBC Three.
The 'Outnumbered' star has spoken out against the broadcaster's plans to make the channel online only, to insist it would make more sense to get rid of BBC Four.
Tyger exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "I'm not particularly happy about the plans to get rid of BBC Three. I think it's got a really good balance of content for a wide range of ages and I think they'd have been far better off axing BBC Four. I know BBC Four's a lot more cultured but it gets a lot less viewers.
"Also, I think putting faith in the idea that because of the demographic of BBC Three, that demographic are the type of people who are likely to be online, I actually think even though it is that demographic, I think people will just find another channel to watch."
The 19-year-old actor claimed he can't see his 'Cuckoo' co-star, Hollywood actor Taylor Lautner, agreeing to return to the BBC Three show in the future if he knows it won't be broadcast on TV.
He said: "If there was [a fourth series] I'm sure it would go on to another channel, yeah. I don't think Taylor would be doing it again if it was online."
Meanwhile, Tyger also confessed that although he recently visited the US, he was too nervous to contact Taylor about meeting up.
He added: "I haven't been to visit Taylor, no. He's a very busy guy.
"We get on very, very well on set, he's absolutely lovely and I'm sure he'd consider me his friend, but I wouldn't have the balls to call his manager and be like, 'Hey Taylor, do you want to go for a drink?'"
Tyger is currently starring as teenage werewolf Luke Watson in the animated series 'Scream Street', which is coming soon to CBBC.

Helen George doesn’t have time for romance


Helen George doesn't have "time" for a romance.
The 'Strictly Come Dancing' star insists the break up of her three-year marriage to Oliver Boot, which was confirmed just before she began competing in the dance contest, has nothing to do with the show.
She said: "Yes, we've separated. No, it has nothing to do with 'Strictly'. It was amicable and we're not going to discuss it publicly."
When asked if she was seeing anyone at the moment, she replied: "I don't have time to see my friends. I don't even have time to go shopping - there's no milk in my fridge!"
The 31-year-old beauty also admits time was a factor in deciding whether or not to trade in her 'Call the Midwife' costume for sequinned ball gowns.
She explained: "I was thinking I'd never do that [Strictly]. It just looked like really hard work! I thought, 'Could I? ... No I couldn't ... Or could I?' Everybody gave a resounding 'You have to do this'."
Helen - who is paired with professional dancer Aljaz Skorjanec - admits they have a good bond but "really can't understand" how a romance on the show comes about.
She told the Daily Telegraph newspaper: "You don't know this person and then suddenly you're spending eight hours a day together in a room. We are so lucky we get on so well.
"So far, no, I really can't understand it. I'm an actress, I'm used to things being make-believe. There is a line, and it's all about the performance and the dance floor."

Jennifer Metcalfe flattered by Sexiest Female award


Jennifer Metcalfe says being named Sexiest Female at the Inside Soap Awards is "so flattering".
The 'Hollyoaks' actress - who plays man-eater Mercedes McQueen on the soap - has thanked her fans for voting for her in the category which also saw 'Coronation Street's Kym Marsh, 'EastEnders' actress Jacqueline Jossa and former 'Emmerdale' star Natalie Anderson shortlisted.
Speaking to BANG Showbiz at the annual awards ceremony at DSTRKT nightclub in London, Jennifer said: "Oh it's lovely, it's so flattering. Thank you to everyone who voted for me."
The 32-year-old beauty - who is currently dating former 'Geordie Shore' star Greg Lake - added that her other half thinks her new title is hilarious, although he does find her "dead sexy".
She shared: "He think it's funny. He thinks I'm dead sexy. I'm like, 'How can you?'"
Meanwhile, Jennifer's co-star Jorgie Porter insisted she wasn't jealous of her pal - who wore a daring red rubber dress at the event - for bagging the title of Sexiest Female because she thinks she looks amazing.
She said: "Oh my God, have you seen her tonight? So, I have been begging her to wear this dress for so many years. I've been like, 'You should wear this dress', and she's been, 'Oh, I don't know'. Have you seen her? She's ridiculous. She's ridonculous, that ass."

Full winners list for the 2015 Inside Soap Awards, sponsored by Dream Bingo.
Best Soap
'Emmerdale'
Best Actor
Michael Parr (Ross Barton, 'Emmerdale')
Best Actress
Alison King (Carla Connor, 'Coronation Street')
Best Bad Boy
Michael Parr (Ross Barton, 'Emmerdale')
Best Bad Girl
Kate Ford (Tracy Barlow, 'Coronation Street')
Funniest Male
Joe Duttine (Tim Metcalfe, 'Coronation Street')
Funniest Female
Tameka Empson (Kim Fox-Hubbard, 'EastEnders')
Best Newcomer
Ryan Hawley (Robert Sugden, 'Emmerdale')
Best Young Actor
Amelia Flanagan (April Windsor, 'Emmerdale')
Sexiest Male
Michael Parr (Ross Barton, 'Emmerdale')
Sexiest Female
Jennifer Metcalfe (Mercedes McQueen, 'Hollyoaks')
Best Shock Twist
Bobby killed Lucy ('EastEnders')
Best Affair
Debbie Dingle & Ross Barton ('Emmerdale')
Best Partnership
Charlie Hardwick & Chris Chittell (Val & Eric Pollard, 'Emmerdale')
Best Show-Stopper
The live episode ('EastEnders')
Best Daytime Star
Jackie Woodburne (Susan Kennedy, 'Neighbours')
Best Daytime Soap
'Neighbours'
Best Drama
'Casualty'

Emmerdale wins Best Soap at Inside Soap Awards


'Emmerdale' won the Best Soap gong at the Inside Soap Awards in London on Monday (05.10.15).
The show took the top prize ahead of its rivals - including 'Coronation Street', 'Hollyoaks' and 'EastEnders - at the awards ceremony, sponsored by Dream Bingo.
And Best Soap wasn't the only award for 'Emmerdale', as it also scooped Best Actor, Best Bad Boy, Best Newcomer, Best Young Actor, Sexiest Male, Best Affair and Best Partnership for Charlie Hardwick & Chris Chittell (Val and Eric Pollard).
Meanwhile, 'Coronation Street's Kate Ford dedicated her Best Bad Girl prize to her mother.
Kate - who could not make the ceremony - said: "I am so pleased to have won this award - I'm really chuffed! It means so much to me with it being a public vote. All the other nominees are fantastic, and they all play great characters, so I'm very flattered.
"I'm going to give the award to my mum - she is my inspiration."
Steven Murphy, editor of Inside Soap, said: "Inside Soap readers have had the toughest job in the world this year, as all the soaps have been on cracking form. We're proud tonight to announce who and what have been named the nation's favourites, on a fantastic evening where we make sure everyone leaves feeling like a winner!"

Full winners list for the 2015 Inside Soap Awards, sponsored by Dream Bingo.

Best Soap
'Emmerdale'
Best Actor
Michael Parr (Ross Barton, 'Emmerdale')
Best Actress
Alison King (Carla Connor, 'Coronation Street')
Best Bad Boy
Michael Parr (Ross Barton, 'Emmerdale')
Best Bad Girl
Kate Ford (Tracy Barlow, 'Coronation Street')
Funniest Male
Joe Duttine (Tim Metcalfe, 'Coronation Street')
Funniest Female
Tameka Empson (Kim Fox-Hubbard, 'EastEnders')
Best Newcomer
Ryan Hawley (Robert Sugden, 'Emmerdale')
Best Young Actor
Amelia Flanagan (April Windsor, 'Emmerdale')
Sexiest Male
Michael Parr (Ross Barton, 'Emmerdale')
Sexiest Female
Jennifer Metcalfe (Mercedes McQueen, 'Hollyoaks')
Best Shock Twist
Bobby killed Lucy ('EastEnders')
Best Affair
Debbie Dingle & Ross Barton ('Emmerdale')
Best Partnership
Charlie Hardwick & Chris Chittell (Val & Eric Pollard, 'Emmerdale')
Best Show-Stopper
The live episode ('EastEnders')
Best Daytime Star
Jackie Woodburne (Susan Kennedy, 'Neighbours')
Best Daytime Soap
'Neighbours'
Best Drama
'Casualty'

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