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Jasmine Waltz and Lee Ryan want to start a family.
The 'Celebrity Big Brother' couple might have only left the house a few weeks ago, but they have already talked about marriage and having kids together.
The American socialite told Britain's OK! magazine: "I've always wanted a big family but have never met the right guy. But Lee figures in that vision now. I'd like to have a big belly in a year. A fat belly, a fat ring and a fat house.
"I want a big family and want it to be solid. I want a bunch of kids. I'd definitely like to adopt, too, and bring someone into a home who didn't think there was much hope."
Lee agreed: "That would be ideal. The [Big Brother] house seems like ages ago now. We're just planning on building our lives together."
The Blue singer caused controversy by romancing both the brunette beauty and glamour model Casey Batchelor during his time on the fly-on-the-wall Channel 5 show, but Jasmine insists Lee didn't "betray" her by seducing Casey.
She said: "I trust him more than anything. I don't feel betrayed, I know the situation he was in. I don't think he did anything wrong aside from one little kiss in the bathroom, but was being manipulated and Casey was pretty keen."
Jasmine Waltz and Lee Ryan want kids together
Jasmine Waltz and Lee Ryan want to start a family.
The 'Celebrity Big Brother' couple might have only left the house a few weeks ago, but they have already talked about marriage and having kids together.
The American socialite told Britain's OK! magazine: "I've always wanted a big family but have never met the right guy. But Lee figures in that vision now. I'd like to have a big belly in a year. A fat belly, a fat ring and a fat house.
"I want a big family and want it to be solid. I want a bunch of kids. I'd definitely like to adopt, too, and bring someone into a home who didn't think there was much hope."
Lee agreed: "That would be ideal. The [Big Brother] house seems like ages ago now. We're just planning on building our lives together."
The Blue singer caused controversy by romancing both the brunette beauty and glamour model Casey Batchelor during his time on the fly-on-the-wall Channel 5 show, but Jasmine insists Lee didn't "betray" her by seducing Casey.
She said: "I trust him more than anything. I don't feel betrayed, I know the situation he was in. I don't think he did anything wrong aside from one little kiss in the bathroom, but was being manipulated and Casey was pretty keen."
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Matt Lucas has had his BBC One awards show cancelled.
The 'Little Britain' star filmed two series of 'The Matt Lucas Awards' and a festive special, which featured chats with celebrity guests as they handed out alternative gongs, but TV bosses had no choice but to pull the plug after the ratings slipped.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "Matt's a superb talent but 'The Matt Lucas Awards' were just a bit odd.
"It started out doing quite well in the post-ten o'clock news slot but over time, the audience just drifted away. A Christmas special was made but that's it, time to move on."
The project first began as Radio 2 programme 'And The Winner Is' after Matt and his 'Little Britain' co-star David Walliams ended their comedy partnership when Matt pulled out of a second series of comedy 'Come Fly With Me'. The pair have not worked together since and David was said to be disappointed with the decision.
Initially the viewings figures for Matt's solo show were impressive but they dropped from 2.4 million in April 2012 to 1.6 million for the last series in April 2013.
Celebrities who appeared on the show include 'X Factor' judge Louis Walsh, actress Ruth Jones and TV presenter Chris Tarrant, who gave out awards for categories including 'weirdest celebrity crush' and 'most unbelievable Bible story'.
BBC insiders insist the 39-year-old comic is still well-loved and is currently working on a new silent comedy called 'Pompidou'.
The six-part series will air later this year and see Matt play a posh character who ends up with no money.
A friend of the star claims he hasn't been left disappointed after the decision to axe his awards show.
He said: "Matt didn't want to do any more of the awards shows in order to spend more time on Pompidou."
Matt Lucas has show axed
Matt Lucas has had his BBC One awards show cancelled.
The 'Little Britain' star filmed two series of 'The Matt Lucas Awards' and a festive special, which featured chats with celebrity guests as they handed out alternative gongs, but TV bosses had no choice but to pull the plug after the ratings slipped.
A source told The Sun newspaper: "Matt's a superb talent but 'The Matt Lucas Awards' were just a bit odd.
"It started out doing quite well in the post-ten o'clock news slot but over time, the audience just drifted away. A Christmas special was made but that's it, time to move on."
The project first began as Radio 2 programme 'And The Winner Is' after Matt and his 'Little Britain' co-star David Walliams ended their comedy partnership when Matt pulled out of a second series of comedy 'Come Fly With Me'. The pair have not worked together since and David was said to be disappointed with the decision.
Initially the viewings figures for Matt's solo show were impressive but they dropped from 2.4 million in April 2012 to 1.6 million for the last series in April 2013.
Celebrities who appeared on the show include 'X Factor' judge Louis Walsh, actress Ruth Jones and TV presenter Chris Tarrant, who gave out awards for categories including 'weirdest celebrity crush' and 'most unbelievable Bible story'.
BBC insiders insist the 39-year-old comic is still well-loved and is currently working on a new silent comedy called 'Pompidou'.
The six-part series will air later this year and see Matt play a posh character who ends up with no money.
A friend of the star claims he hasn't been left disappointed after the decision to axe his awards show.
He said: "Matt didn't want to do any more of the awards shows in order to spend more time on Pompidou."
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Matt Richardson has been voted the public's top 'weird crush' of 2014.
'The Xtra Factor' presenter has topped the annual poll conducted by heat magazine, coming ahead of singer Ed Sheeran, 'The Great British Bake Off' judge Paul Hollywood and 'Made in Chelsea's socially-awkward entrepreneur Francis Boulle.
Matt said: "I'm really happy. I really wanted it. A lot of people might be embarrassed about it, but I thought, 'I'm never going to be Torso of the Week, so I'd better win this one.' I campaigned quite hard, but Matt Edmondson was all like, 'I don't want to win it', and then started getting everyone to vote for him on the radio. But I still won. And I did it without a national radio show."
Last year's top weird crush, Russell Howard, didn't make this year's top ten, however, new entries include 'The Wrong Mans' star James Corden.
Other stars who made the list include TV magician Dynamo, comic John Bishop and 'EastEnders' actor Jake Wood.
heat editor Lucie Cave said: "Sexiness comes in all shapes, sizes, ages and smells, and at heat we like to celebrate the unconventional. So while 'Weird Crush' might sound like a backhanded compliment, it's actually the highest honour we can bestow."
Matt Richardson voted Weird Crush 2014
Matt Richardson has been voted the public's top 'weird crush' of 2014.
'The Xtra Factor' presenter has topped the annual poll conducted by heat magazine, coming ahead of singer Ed Sheeran, 'The Great British Bake Off' judge Paul Hollywood and 'Made in Chelsea's socially-awkward entrepreneur Francis Boulle.
Matt said: "I'm really happy. I really wanted it. A lot of people might be embarrassed about it, but I thought, 'I'm never going to be Torso of the Week, so I'd better win this one.' I campaigned quite hard, but Matt Edmondson was all like, 'I don't want to win it', and then started getting everyone to vote for him on the radio. But I still won. And I did it without a national radio show."
Last year's top weird crush, Russell Howard, didn't make this year's top ten, however, new entries include 'The Wrong Mans' star James Corden.
Other stars who made the list include TV magician Dynamo, comic John Bishop and 'EastEnders' actor Jake Wood.
heat editor Lucie Cave said: "Sexiness comes in all shapes, sizes, ages and smells, and at heat we like to celebrate the unconventional. So while 'Weird Crush' might sound like a backhanded compliment, it's actually the highest honour we can bestow."
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'Hollyoaks' star James Sutton wouldn't "rule out" a reunion between John Paul McQueen and Craig Dean.
The lovebirds captured the imaginations of fans of the Channel 4 soap between 2006 and 2008 and James - who returned to 'Hollyoaks' in 2012 after a four-year absence - is open to his former on-screen lover, played by Guy Burnet, making a comeback.
He exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "Guy and I certainly worked well together. I think you'd have to ask him more than me. I know he's quite happily living out in LA, but never say never. We worked well together and we shot some stuff that we're both really proud and it was important at the time. I'd never rule it out. But it's not really my call."
Craig and John Paul were given a happy ending as they left the Chester to live together in Dublin, but John Paul returned to Hollyoaks village in December 2012.
James - who is currently at the centre of a heart-wrenching sexual assault storyline - insists he wasn't worried about returning without Guy and feels he is "good enough" to carry strong storylines himself.
He explained: "I'd like to think I'm experienced enough and good enough to stand on my own two feet, and not just be part of a couple. I don't mean to sound at all arrogant or derogatory to the relationship. I'd like to think I can hold my own and be the focus of the storyline and do a good job.
"I feel good about the work I'm doing right now. I feel very at ease, I don't feel particularly nervous about scenes ... I feel invigorated by the work I'm getting and the scripts I'm getting. It's just great to be back here and have people writing for me in such a wonderful, vivid way."
'Hollyoaks' airs weeknights at 6:30pm on Channel 4.
James Sutton won’t rule out Craig and John Paul reunion
'Hollyoaks' star James Sutton wouldn't "rule out" a reunion between John Paul McQueen and Craig Dean.
The lovebirds captured the imaginations of fans of the Channel 4 soap between 2006 and 2008 and James - who returned to 'Hollyoaks' in 2012 after a four-year absence - is open to his former on-screen lover, played by Guy Burnet, making a comeback.
He exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "Guy and I certainly worked well together. I think you'd have to ask him more than me. I know he's quite happily living out in LA, but never say never. We worked well together and we shot some stuff that we're both really proud and it was important at the time. I'd never rule it out. But it's not really my call."
Craig and John Paul were given a happy ending as they left the Chester to live together in Dublin, but John Paul returned to Hollyoaks village in December 2012.
James - who is currently at the centre of a heart-wrenching sexual assault storyline - insists he wasn't worried about returning without Guy and feels he is "good enough" to carry strong storylines himself.
He explained: "I'd like to think I'm experienced enough and good enough to stand on my own two feet, and not just be part of a couple. I don't mean to sound at all arrogant or derogatory to the relationship. I'd like to think I can hold my own and be the focus of the storyline and do a good job.
"I feel good about the work I'm doing right now. I feel very at ease, I don't feel particularly nervous about scenes ... I feel invigorated by the work I'm getting and the scripts I'm getting. It's just great to be back here and have people writing for me in such a wonderful, vivid way."
'Hollyoaks' airs weeknights at 6:30pm on Channel 4.
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Davina McCall collapsed after completing a 1.5 mile swim for Sport Relief today (10.02.14).
The 46-year-old TV presenter is in the midst of a gruelling 500 mile triathlon for the charity - which will see her cycling, running and swimming from Edinburgh to London - and she had to be carried back to dry land after the scary incident while swimming the length of Lake Windermere.
Thankfully, the 'Got to Dance' host - who has now begun cycling in the next stage of her challenge - recovered quickly with the help of a hot beverage and some food.
She tweeted after: "I'm ok. That was hairy. Thank you for all your support. (sic)"
Davina added to BBC News: "The moment I got in the water my chest felt crushed. I couldn't do front crawl, I couldn't put my head under water, I couldn't breathe.
"I kept trying to lift my arm to swim, trying to pull the crawl out of the bag, but I couldn't even get it up. I ended up doing doggy paddle!
"Although I'm shattered I never felt unsafe, I'm in the best possible hands."
The 46-year-old star began her seven-day challenge on Saturday (08.02.14) and caused concern when she exhibited signs of hypothermia after braving freezing temperatures.
A Sport Relief spokesperson said Davina was "undergoing a medical assessment after suffering suspected signs of hypothermia", however, she was later cleared to continue the triathlon.
Davina McCall collapses during Sport Relief triathlon
Davina McCall collapsed after completing a 1.5 mile swim for Sport Relief today (10.02.14).
The 46-year-old TV presenter is in the midst of a gruelling 500 mile triathlon for the charity - which will see her cycling, running and swimming from Edinburgh to London - and she had to be carried back to dry land after the scary incident while swimming the length of Lake Windermere.
Thankfully, the 'Got to Dance' host - who has now begun cycling in the next stage of her challenge - recovered quickly with the help of a hot beverage and some food.
She tweeted after: "I'm ok. That was hairy. Thank you for all your support. (sic)"
Davina added to BBC News: "The moment I got in the water my chest felt crushed. I couldn't do front crawl, I couldn't put my head under water, I couldn't breathe.
"I kept trying to lift my arm to swim, trying to pull the crawl out of the bag, but I couldn't even get it up. I ended up doing doggy paddle!
"Although I'm shattered I never felt unsafe, I'm in the best possible hands."
The 46-year-old star began her seven-day challenge on Saturday (08.02.14) and caused concern when she exhibited signs of hypothermia after braving freezing temperatures.
A Sport Relief spokesperson said Davina was "undergoing a medical assessment after suffering suspected signs of hypothermia", however, she was later cleared to continue the triathlon.
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Marco Pierre White doesn't think the British public will ever tire of food-based TV programming.
The celebrity chef says the popularity of shows like 'The Great British Bake Off' and 'MasterChef' stems from the nation's love of good food and he is confident the trend will continue in the future.
He exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "The British love to cook, they love to bake, they love to garden. It's natural. I don't think the food TV show market is becoming saturated at all, the figures would be dropping and the best TV shows about food aren't. The reason why there's more and more is because it's what the public demand, it's what the public want!"
Marco is due to return to our TV screens with his new pet project, a journey of culinary discovery across France, which sees him sampling the country's best Michelin-starred dishes.
He explained: "I'm working on a new production which is almost complete. I'm going to France, going to all the great restaurants that I never went to as a child. I never dined in a Michelin star restaurant as a child, it's something I never did."
Marco Pierre White and David Walliams have joined the judging panel for the Walkers' Do Us A Flavour competition, asking Brits to suggest a great new crisp flavour with one lucky person winning £1 million.
The world-famous chef said of his new friend: "David's a nice man. He's the perfect person to be a judge for the Walkers competition, because it's fun, which he represents. He's also very intelligent and will understand how to dissect the balance of flavours."
Marco and David will choose six finalists' flavour combinations to be developed by Walkers and sold nationwide for everyone to try, with the public then voting for their favourite to win. To enter go to walkers.co.uk before 5th March 2014.
Marco Pierre White: Culinary TV market isn’t ‘saturated’
Marco Pierre White doesn't think the British public will ever tire of food-based TV programming.
The celebrity chef says the popularity of shows like 'The Great British Bake Off' and 'MasterChef' stems from the nation's love of good food and he is confident the trend will continue in the future.
He exclusively told BANG Showbiz: "The British love to cook, they love to bake, they love to garden. It's natural. I don't think the food TV show market is becoming saturated at all, the figures would be dropping and the best TV shows about food aren't. The reason why there's more and more is because it's what the public demand, it's what the public want!"
Marco is due to return to our TV screens with his new pet project, a journey of culinary discovery across France, which sees him sampling the country's best Michelin-starred dishes.
He explained: "I'm working on a new production which is almost complete. I'm going to France, going to all the great restaurants that I never went to as a child. I never dined in a Michelin star restaurant as a child, it's something I never did."
Marco Pierre White and David Walliams have joined the judging panel for the Walkers' Do Us A Flavour competition, asking Brits to suggest a great new crisp flavour with one lucky person winning £1 million.
The world-famous chef said of his new friend: "David's a nice man. He's the perfect person to be a judge for the Walkers competition, because it's fun, which he represents. He's also very intelligent and will understand how to dissect the balance of flavours."
Marco and David will choose six finalists' flavour combinations to be developed by Walkers and sold nationwide for everyone to try, with the public then voting for their favourite to win. To enter go to walkers.co.uk before 5th March 2014.
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ITV has commissioned a new series of 'Lewis'.
The hit detective drama starring Kevin Whately and Laurence Fox will return for an eighth series of six, 60-minute episodes, with production due to begin in March.
The detective duo will once again investigate crimes such as grisly murders in the idyllic town of Oxford, but Laurence's James Hathaway has now been promoted to inspector and must coax Kevin's Robert Lewis out of retirement to solve the mysteries at hand.
ITV's director of drama Steve November said in a statement: "Viewers have a great deal of respect for Inspector Lewis and a huge loyalty to Kevin Whately. Together with Laurence, he has forged a formidable partnership and we're delighted to have them back on ITV."
Executive producer Michele Buck added: "'Lewis' has a special place in the hearts of the ITV audience. Each story is intriguing and complex and viewers relish the fine writing, acting and excellent production values.
"We're delighted ITV have commissioned series eight of Lewis. Since we started producing the series in 2006, 'Lewis' has achieved a reputation for thought provoking stories and we're determined to continue to set high standards."
Joining Kevin and Laurence, Clare Holman will reprise her role as forensic pathologist Laura Hobson and Rebecca Front is back as Chief Superintendent Jean Innocent.
ITV orders new series of Lewis
ITV has commissioned a new series of 'Lewis'.
The hit detective drama starring Kevin Whately and Laurence Fox will return for an eighth series of six, 60-minute episodes, with production due to begin in March.
The detective duo will once again investigate crimes such as grisly murders in the idyllic town of Oxford, but Laurence's James Hathaway has now been promoted to inspector and must coax Kevin's Robert Lewis out of retirement to solve the mysteries at hand.
ITV's director of drama Steve November said in a statement: "Viewers have a great deal of respect for Inspector Lewis and a huge loyalty to Kevin Whately. Together with Laurence, he has forged a formidable partnership and we're delighted to have them back on ITV."
Executive producer Michele Buck added: "'Lewis' has a special place in the hearts of the ITV audience. Each story is intriguing and complex and viewers relish the fine writing, acting and excellent production values.
"We're delighted ITV have commissioned series eight of Lewis. Since we started producing the series in 2006, 'Lewis' has achieved a reputation for thought provoking stories and we're determined to continue to set high standards."
Joining Kevin and Laurence, Clare Holman will reprise her role as forensic pathologist Laura Hobson and Rebecca Front is back as Chief Superintendent Jean Innocent.