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Claudia Winkleman gets her style inspiration from Steven Tyler.
The 42-year-old presenter has confessed her heavy eyeliner and messy-haired look are a result of copying the Aerosmith rocker's style.
She said: "I have a photograph of him from about 20 years ago and he's just wearing a black shirt, a bit of kohl, skinny jeans, hair all in his face. I thought, 'That's me! That's what I want to look like!'"
The 'Strictly Come Dancing' co-host - who is married to film producer Kris Thykier - insists she likes the androgynous look and has no interest in attracting the opposite sex.
She added: "I don't even want to be a female version of Steven Tyler - just Steven Tyler ... I've never wanted to be sexy - even when I was 18. It's not my shizzle. I want to be funny. A genius. A biochemist. But not sexy."
Claudia was forced to take a break from hosting Strictly alongside Tess Daly earlier this year after her eight-year-old daughter Matilda was injured when her Halloween costume caught on fire.
And the brunette beauty - who also has sons Arthur, three, and Jake, 11, with Kris - admitted to Red magazine that having children had been "a slight obsession" of hers "from early on".
Claudia Winkleman bases look on Steven Tyler
Claudia Winkleman gets her style inspiration from Steven Tyler.
The 42-year-old presenter has confessed her heavy eyeliner and messy-haired look are a result of copying the Aerosmith rocker's style.
She said: "I have a photograph of him from about 20 years ago and he's just wearing a black shirt, a bit of kohl, skinny jeans, hair all in his face. I thought, 'That's me! That's what I want to look like!'"
The 'Strictly Come Dancing' co-host - who is married to film producer Kris Thykier - insists she likes the androgynous look and has no interest in attracting the opposite sex.
She added: "I don't even want to be a female version of Steven Tyler - just Steven Tyler ... I've never wanted to be sexy - even when I was 18. It's not my shizzle. I want to be funny. A genius. A biochemist. But not sexy."
Claudia was forced to take a break from hosting Strictly alongside Tess Daly earlier this year after her eight-year-old daughter Matilda was injured when her Halloween costume caught on fire.
And the brunette beauty - who also has sons Arthur, three, and Jake, 11, with Kris - admitted to Red magazine that having children had been "a slight obsession" of hers "from early on".
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Larry Lamb has joined the cast of 'New Tricks'.
The 67-year-old actor will join newcomers Tamzin Outhwaite, Nicholas Lyndhurst and Denis Lawson in the upcoming twelfth series of the comedy drama.
Lamb - who is best known for playing Archie Mitchell in 'EastEnders' and Mick in 'Gavin and Stacey' - will take on the role of retired police officer Ted Case who joins the Unsolved Crime and Open Case Squad (UCOS).
Speaking to The Sun newspaper about the news, he said: "I'm thrilled to have been asked to join such a well-loved show.
"The writing and the cast are top notch and I'm really looking forward to getting started."
The silver-haired star's addition comes after the show's original cast - Amanda Redman, James Bolum, Alun Armstrong and Dennis Waterman - all quit over the past few years.
Redman branded 'New Tricks' "bland" after her exit in 2013 while Waterman - who wrote and performed the show's theme song - announced earlier this year he too was stepping down after eleven years because he missed the old cast.
Filming for the twelfth series is currently underway with Outhwaite, Lyndhurst and Lawson reprising their roles as DCI Sasha Miller, Dan Griffin and Steve MacAndrew respectively.
The series will reportedly get off to an "explosive" start with a two-part story that will see off Waterman's character Gerry Standing for good.
Larry Lamb joins cast of New Tricks
Larry Lamb has joined the cast of 'New Tricks'.
The 67-year-old actor will join newcomers Tamzin Outhwaite, Nicholas Lyndhurst and Denis Lawson in the upcoming twelfth series of the comedy drama.
Lamb - who is best known for playing Archie Mitchell in 'EastEnders' and Mick in 'Gavin and Stacey' - will take on the role of retired police officer Ted Case who joins the Unsolved Crime and Open Case Squad (UCOS).
Speaking to The Sun newspaper about the news, he said: "I'm thrilled to have been asked to join such a well-loved show.
"The writing and the cast are top notch and I'm really looking forward to getting started."
The silver-haired star's addition comes after the show's original cast - Amanda Redman, James Bolum, Alun Armstrong and Dennis Waterman - all quit over the past few years.
Redman branded 'New Tricks' "bland" after her exit in 2013 while Waterman - who wrote and performed the show's theme song - announced earlier this year he too was stepping down after eleven years because he missed the old cast.
Filming for the twelfth series is currently underway with Outhwaite, Lyndhurst and Lawson reprising their roles as DCI Sasha Miller, Dan Griffin and Steve MacAndrew respectively.
The series will reportedly get off to an "explosive" start with a two-part story that will see off Waterman's character Gerry Standing for good.
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Kate Humble and are Jason Byrne are to co-host a new game show.
The 45-year-old wildlife presenter and the Irish comedian will be the hosts of nature-themed entertainment programme, 'Wild Things' on Sky1.
The channel's director, Adam MacDonald, said of the show: "'Wild Things' is like nothing we've seen before - a surreal and side splittingly funny concoction of giant woodland creatures, bickering couples and pots of gold. It's a big, daft slice of genius."
The game show - which is set to air on the channel next year - is described as a cross between classics 'It's a Knockout', 'Knightmare' and 'The Really Wild Show'.
It will see couples or pairs of relatives taking part in challenges on a woodland obstacle course in return for a fortune worth of gold coins buried in the "Wild Wood".
However, there is a twist in that one member of each team will become a "Wild Thing" by dressing up in a woodland protection suit designed to look like an animal, which they won't be able to see out of.
Therefore, they will be forced to rely on the directions of their partners to guide them to victory.
Kate Humble and Jason Byrne to co-host game show
Kate Humble and are Jason Byrne are to co-host a new game show.
The 45-year-old wildlife presenter and the Irish comedian will be the hosts of nature-themed entertainment programme, 'Wild Things' on Sky1.
The channel's director, Adam MacDonald, said of the show: "'Wild Things' is like nothing we've seen before - a surreal and side splittingly funny concoction of giant woodland creatures, bickering couples and pots of gold. It's a big, daft slice of genius."
The game show - which is set to air on the channel next year - is described as a cross between classics 'It's a Knockout', 'Knightmare' and 'The Really Wild Show'.
It will see couples or pairs of relatives taking part in challenges on a woodland obstacle course in return for a fortune worth of gold coins buried in the "Wild Wood".
However, there is a twist in that one member of each team will become a "Wild Thing" by dressing up in a woodland protection suit designed to look like an animal, which they won't be able to see out of.
Therefore, they will be forced to rely on the directions of their partners to guide them to victory.
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Cheryl Fernandez-Versini and Mel B reportedly had a furious bust up after the 'X Factor' results show on Sunday (30.11.14).
The 'I Don't Care' hitmaker was heard calling out her fellow judge on the ITV talent show after Mel voted for Cheryl's act Lauren Platt to go home and although Lauren was saved by the public vote, Cheryl is still said to be furious.
A source shared: "Over the years there have been a lot of rumours of spats between the judges.
"Some have been serious, others have been blown out of proportion.
"But what happened between Cheryl and Mel B on Sunday night was real.
"In Cheryl's opinion, Mel completely went back on everything she has been saying all series about Lauren and Stereo Kicks.
"Cheryl was livid hat Mel turned on her act and the fact she called her out in front of millions shows just how angry she was."
However, the former Spice Girls star was said to be "more than capable" of holding her own against Cheryl, leading to further arguments once the cameras stopped rolling.
The source added to The Sun newspaper: "Mel and Cheryl got on really well at the start of the series, but it will take a while before they are back on good terms."
Meanwhile, Louis Walsh was also said to be angry with Simon Cowell after he claimed he felt Lauren had performed better than Louis' eight-piece boy band Stereo Kicks in the sing-off.
Cheryl Fernandez-Versini and Mel B have furious bust up
Cheryl Fernandez-Versini and Mel B reportedly had a furious bust up after the 'X Factor' results show on Sunday (30.11.14).
The 'I Don't Care' hitmaker was heard calling out her fellow judge on the ITV talent show after Mel voted for Cheryl's act Lauren Platt to go home and although Lauren was saved by the public vote, Cheryl is still said to be furious.
A source shared: "Over the years there have been a lot of rumours of spats between the judges.
"Some have been serious, others have been blown out of proportion.
"But what happened between Cheryl and Mel B on Sunday night was real.
"In Cheryl's opinion, Mel completely went back on everything she has been saying all series about Lauren and Stereo Kicks.
"Cheryl was livid hat Mel turned on her act and the fact she called her out in front of millions shows just how angry she was."
However, the former Spice Girls star was said to be "more than capable" of holding her own against Cheryl, leading to further arguments once the cameras stopped rolling.
The source added to The Sun newspaper: "Mel and Cheryl got on really well at the start of the series, but it will take a while before they are back on good terms."
Meanwhile, Louis Walsh was also said to be angry with Simon Cowell after he claimed he felt Lauren had performed better than Louis' eight-piece boy band Stereo Kicks in the sing-off.
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Only The Young are backing Fleur East to win 'The X Factor'.
The four-piece pop band left the competition last month and they are backing the singer-and-rapper - who is mentored by Simon Cowell - to be this year's winner because she is a confident and unique artist.
When asked who they think is going to win, Betsey-Blue told BANG Showbiz: "Fleur. I don't think there's been anyone like Fleur who has been on 'The X Factor' before."
Her bandmate Parisa Tarjomani added: "She brings something different, she's got confidence. Not only has she got a good voice but she raps as well, she's really good."
The group - also comprised of Mikey Bromley and Charlie George - were surprised when previous favourite Andrea Faustini found himself in the bottom two recently.
However, they insist no one can take their place on the show for granted because the competition is wide open as it reaches its climax.
Betsey-Blue said: "I think anyone can end up in the bottom two so when Andrea was there he was just unlucky. Anyone can win at this point and anyone can go at this point."
When asked if Andrea needs to diversify his performances in order to win, Mikey - who attended the launch of Bluewater's Winter Wonderland Christmas attraction with his bandmates last week - said: "Andrea is a powerful singer and is great at what he does, I think if he came out and did something else, people might not like that."
Only The Young backing Fleur to win
Only The Young are backing Fleur East to win 'The X Factor'.
The four-piece pop band left the competition last month and they are backing the singer-and-rapper - who is mentored by Simon Cowell - to be this year's winner because she is a confident and unique artist.
When asked who they think is going to win, Betsey-Blue told BANG Showbiz: "Fleur. I don't think there's been anyone like Fleur who has been on 'The X Factor' before."
Her bandmate Parisa Tarjomani added: "She brings something different, she's got confidence. Not only has she got a good voice but she raps as well, she's really good."
The group - also comprised of Mikey Bromley and Charlie George - were surprised when previous favourite Andrea Faustini found himself in the bottom two recently.
However, they insist no one can take their place on the show for granted because the competition is wide open as it reaches its climax.
Betsey-Blue said: "I think anyone can end up in the bottom two so when Andrea was there he was just unlucky. Anyone can win at this point and anyone can go at this point."
When asked if Andrea needs to diversify his performances in order to win, Mikey - who attended the launch of Bluewater's Winter Wonderland Christmas attraction with his bandmates last week - said: "Andrea is a powerful singer and is great at what he does, I think if he came out and did something else, people might not like that."
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Frank Skinner thinks Steven Moffat only cast him in 'Doctor Who' to stop him "begging" for a part.
The 57-year-old comedian appeared as engineer Perkins in 'The Mummy on the Orient Express' and joked he was so desperate to appear in the sci-fi series he may as well have camped in the showrunner's garden because he asked him for a part in the programme on so many occasions.
He exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "Even as a kid I loved the show but I wouldn't have even thought of it as being a possibility.
"I have more or less begged for a part in it for some time. It was almost like I was camping in Steven Montfort's garden, as he put it. I think it was partly to shut me up but it worked."
While the series eight episode aired in mid-October, Frank still cannot stop acting like a "grinning fool" when people ask him about his part in the programme.
He added: "I wouldn't say I starred in 'Doctor Who'. But I was up there in the listings. That was just awesome.
"It is hard to describe it because negative things are more interesting in conversation than the positive things.
"I can only talk about it like a grinning fool really. On set I was like a competition winner. But I did worry about whether I could pull it off and stuff but I think it was alright."
Frank's latest comedy DVD, 'Frank Skinner - Man in a Suit' is out now on Blu-ray and DVD and also available on digital download.
Frank Skinner: I begged for Doctor Who role
Frank Skinner thinks Steven Moffat only cast him in 'Doctor Who' to stop him "begging" for a part.
The 57-year-old comedian appeared as engineer Perkins in 'The Mummy on the Orient Express' and joked he was so desperate to appear in the sci-fi series he may as well have camped in the showrunner's garden because he asked him for a part in the programme on so many occasions.
He exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "Even as a kid I loved the show but I wouldn't have even thought of it as being a possibility.
"I have more or less begged for a part in it for some time. It was almost like I was camping in Steven Montfort's garden, as he put it. I think it was partly to shut me up but it worked."
While the series eight episode aired in mid-October, Frank still cannot stop acting like a "grinning fool" when people ask him about his part in the programme.
He added: "I wouldn't say I starred in 'Doctor Who'. But I was up there in the listings. That was just awesome.
"It is hard to describe it because negative things are more interesting in conversation than the positive things.
"I can only talk about it like a grinning fool really. On set I was like a competition winner. But I did worry about whether I could pull it off and stuff but I think it was alright."
Frank's latest comedy DVD, 'Frank Skinner - Man in a Suit' is out now on Blu-ray and DVD and also available on digital download.
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Phillip Schofield has abseiled down the ITV headquarters.
The 'This Morning' host took on the daring challenge during his 24-hour non-stop television broadcast today (01.12.14) in order to raise money for ITV's Text Santa charity appeal.
The 52-year-old presenter - who was spotted edging his way down the 22 storey block in London's Southbank on a rope as a band played the festive song '12 Days of Christmas' - admitted he was freaked out by the challenge.
He told viewers as he made his way to the ground: "This is freaking me out now."
Phillip - who was also challenged to remember various objects held by celebrities during the stunt as he passed the floors - raised £12,000 and was greeted at the bottom of the building by 'Loose Women' presenter Christine Bleakley.
Beforehand, the brunette beauty had tweeted a picture of the host preparing for his descent, captioning the photo: "@Schofe about to abseil down the #itvtowers for #TextSanta24".
It isn't the only vertigo-inducing challenge Phillip will face in a bid to raise money for the channel's Text Santa appeal.
He has also agreed to climb up London skyscraper The Shard - which is 87-storeys and 309 metres (1,014 ft) high - to raise the funds.
Phillip announced the challenge on the midday 'ITV News & Weather' which he presented as part of his 24-hour non-stop broadcast.
He said: "I'll tell you something that we haven't told anybody else yet, this is an exclusive because you have to have an exclusive on the news. I have agreed - and it's a bit of a personal challenge for me - I am going to climb to the very top of The Shard. I'm not going to do that today, we're going to do that in a few days time and that's for the 19th (December). That will put me 16 feet into civil airspace and barring an aeroplane or (someone) on a mountain I'll be the highest person in Europe."
Phillip will end his 24 hour broadcast at 11am tomorrow (02.12.14) after appearing on shows including his usual 'This Morning' with Amanda Holden, 'Loose Women' and 'ITV News'.
'Text Santa' will air on December 19 on ITV at 8.00pm, with Phillip presenting alongside Christine, Ant & Dec, Paddy McGuinness and Alesha Dixon.
Phillip Schofield abseils down ITV headquarters
Phillip Schofield has abseiled down the ITV headquarters.
The 'This Morning' host took on the daring challenge during his 24-hour non-stop television broadcast today (01.12.14) in order to raise money for ITV's Text Santa charity appeal.
The 52-year-old presenter - who was spotted edging his way down the 22 storey block in London's Southbank on a rope as a band played the festive song '12 Days of Christmas' - admitted he was freaked out by the challenge.
He told viewers as he made his way to the ground: "This is freaking me out now."
Phillip - who was also challenged to remember various objects held by celebrities during the stunt as he passed the floors - raised £12,000 and was greeted at the bottom of the building by 'Loose Women' presenter Christine Bleakley.
Beforehand, the brunette beauty had tweeted a picture of the host preparing for his descent, captioning the photo: "@Schofe about to abseil down the #itvtowers for #TextSanta24".
It isn't the only vertigo-inducing challenge Phillip will face in a bid to raise money for the channel's Text Santa appeal.
He has also agreed to climb up London skyscraper The Shard - which is 87-storeys and 309 metres (1,014 ft) high - to raise the funds.
Phillip announced the challenge on the midday 'ITV News & Weather' which he presented as part of his 24-hour non-stop broadcast.
He said: "I'll tell you something that we haven't told anybody else yet, this is an exclusive because you have to have an exclusive on the news. I have agreed - and it's a bit of a personal challenge for me - I am going to climb to the very top of The Shard. I'm not going to do that today, we're going to do that in a few days time and that's for the 19th (December). That will put me 16 feet into civil airspace and barring an aeroplane or (someone) on a mountain I'll be the highest person in Europe."
Phillip will end his 24 hour broadcast at 11am tomorrow (02.12.14) after appearing on shows including his usual 'This Morning' with Amanda Holden, 'Loose Women' and 'ITV News'.
'Text Santa' will air on December 19 on ITV at 8.00pm, with Phillip presenting alongside Christine, Ant & Dec, Paddy McGuinness and Alesha Dixon.
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Jimmy Bullard has been voted off 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!''.
The former Premier league footballer became the first celebrity to be eliminated from the jungle in this year's series during the live show on ITV this evening (01.12.14).
Following his exit from the camp, Jimmy confessed to hosts Ant and Dec he was a "little bit surprised" and "gutted" to have left but thoroughly enjoyed his time in the competition.
He said: "A little bit, A little bit gutted. But I was struggling with the hunger. There are some tough times when you're hungry.
"I didn't know what to expect. It came at a great time for me, but I've come out of it different.
"I've always been around fellas, haven't I? I thoroughly enjoyed it. I'm going to stay mates with all of them unless they delete my number."
The 36 year old also brushed off a heated exchange with his campmate, former 'X Factor' star Jake Quickenden, as "banter" after branding him a "lanky piece of s**t" during a row.
Jimmy said: "Ahh it's banter. All day."
He went on to name Jake, 26, as his favourite to win the competition along with superbike racer Carl Fogarty, 49.
He said: "I would love to see Foggy win it. He was my first closest friend. Jake as well. I think it'd be great for him."
Although Jimmy is the first person to be voted off the reality series he is not the first celebrity to leave this year's competition after 'The Only Way Is Essex' star Gemma Collins walked out of the jungle after just 72 hours.
'Coronation Street' actor Craig Charles also decided to leave the show after learning that his older brother Dean had suffered a fatal heart attack.
Jimmy Bullard voted off ‘I’m A Celebrity’
Jimmy Bullard has been voted off 'I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!''.
The former Premier league footballer became the first celebrity to be eliminated from the jungle in this year's series during the live show on ITV this evening (01.12.14).
Following his exit from the camp, Jimmy confessed to hosts Ant and Dec he was a "little bit surprised" and "gutted" to have left but thoroughly enjoyed his time in the competition.
He said: "A little bit, A little bit gutted. But I was struggling with the hunger. There are some tough times when you're hungry.
"I didn't know what to expect. It came at a great time for me, but I've come out of it different.
"I've always been around fellas, haven't I? I thoroughly enjoyed it. I'm going to stay mates with all of them unless they delete my number."
The 36 year old also brushed off a heated exchange with his campmate, former 'X Factor' star Jake Quickenden, as "banter" after branding him a "lanky piece of s**t" during a row.
Jimmy said: "Ahh it's banter. All day."
He went on to name Jake, 26, as his favourite to win the competition along with superbike racer Carl Fogarty, 49.
He said: "I would love to see Foggy win it. He was my first closest friend. Jake as well. I think it'd be great for him."
Although Jimmy is the first person to be voted off the reality series he is not the first celebrity to leave this year's competition after 'The Only Way Is Essex' star Gemma Collins walked out of the jungle after just 72 hours.
'Coronation Street' actor Craig Charles also decided to leave the show after learning that his older brother Dean had suffered a fatal heart attack.
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Jennie McAlpine has given birth to a baby boy.
The 'Coronation Street' star - who plays Fiz Stape on the soap - delivered her son on Saturday (29.11.14) and admits the tot has already changed her and her partner Chris Farr's lives.
She revealed the happy news on Twitter today (01.12.14), posting: "On Saturday our lives changed forever with the arrival of our baby boy Albert. Happiness and pride like never before x (sic)"
No other details about the birth are available at the time of writing.
Since revealing her baby's arrival, many of Jennie's famous friends have taken to Twitter to send messages of congratulations.
Jennie's 'Corrie' co-star Kym Marsh was quick to wish her pal well, tweeting: "@jenniemcalpine ahhh darlin!!!! I'm so so happy for you!! Love to you all xx (sic)"
Former Weatherfield actress Natalie Gumede - who portrayed Kirsty Soames on the show, who physically and verbally abused mechanic Tyrone Dobbs before he left her for Fiz - posted: "@jenniemcalpine what wonderful news, congratulations! Xx (sic)"
'Emmerdale' actor Chris Bisson - who previously played Dev Alahan's cousin Vikram Desai in 'Coronation Street' - tweeted: "@jenniemcalpine congratulations guys. Amazing news! Lots of love x (sic)"
Jennie McAlpine gives birth to baby boy
Jennie McAlpine has given birth to a baby boy.
The 'Coronation Street' star - who plays Fiz Stape on the soap - delivered her son on Saturday (29.11.14) and admits the tot has already changed her and her partner Chris Farr's lives.
She revealed the happy news on Twitter today (01.12.14), posting: "On Saturday our lives changed forever with the arrival of our baby boy Albert. Happiness and pride like never before x (sic)"
No other details about the birth are available at the time of writing.
Since revealing her baby's arrival, many of Jennie's famous friends have taken to Twitter to send messages of congratulations.
Jennie's 'Corrie' co-star Kym Marsh was quick to wish her pal well, tweeting: "@jenniemcalpine ahhh darlin!!!! I'm so so happy for you!! Love to you all xx (sic)"
Former Weatherfield actress Natalie Gumede - who portrayed Kirsty Soames on the show, who physically and verbally abused mechanic Tyrone Dobbs before he left her for Fiz - posted: "@jenniemcalpine what wonderful news, congratulations! Xx (sic)"
'Emmerdale' actor Chris Bisson - who previously played Dev Alahan's cousin Vikram Desai in 'Coronation Street' - tweeted: "@jenniemcalpine congratulations guys. Amazing news! Lots of love x (sic)"