4 days agoLatest NewsComments Off on Brentford vs Tottenham LIVE SCORE: Premier League clash on NOW as Spurs look to end torrid run – latest updates
TOTTENHAM are taking on Brentford in a huge Premier League clash RIGHT NOW.
Ange Postecoglu is under growing pressure as Spurs boss following a torrid run which has seen his side take just one point from their last seven games in the league.
Tottenham face a Brentford side, who have the fifth-best home record in the Prem, but have struggled on their own patch in recent weeks.
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Brentford team: Valdimarsson, Ajer, Collins, Van den Berg, Lewis-Potter, Norgaard, Janelt, Damsgaard, Schade, Mbeumo, Wissa
Tottenham team: Kinsky, Porro, Gray, Davies, Spence, Bissouma, Bentancur, Kulusevski, Moore, Richarlison, Son
4 days agoLatest NewsComments Off on Man Utd vs Crystal Palace LIVE SCORE: Premier League clash on NOW as Amorim names striker-less eleven – latest updates
MANCHESTER UNITED are taking on Crystal Palace in a huge Premier League clash RIGHT NOW!
The Red Devils are eyeing back-to-back Prem wins for the first time this season as Ruben Amoim‘s side aim for more consistency.
Crystal Palace arrive in Manchester after a 2-1 defeat to Brentford ended their six-game run without defeat.
PAOpera singer Wynne Evans has been reportedly axed from Strictly’s live tour[/caption]
PAWynne danced with Katya Jones in the 2024 series[/caption]
PAHis exit follows make a crude remark about dancer and tour host Janette Manrara[/caption]
The 53-year-old made a crude remark about having a threesome with professional dancer Janette, 41, during a full cast photocall.
A source said: “He’s had repeated warnings about his behaviour and told to rein it in. He’s not been taking it in, in this day and age the BBC have to be seen taking action and safeguard everyone.
“He’s had a tough time with the death of his brother and people should give him some slack, he is going to take this time off to do some self reflection.
“He has a lot of support from a lot of the backstage dancers. It’s been a really sad ending to what has been a really fun tour.”
Wynne is not the first name to depart the show under difficult circumstances.
Here is a look back at some other shock Strictly axings from over the years.
Brendan Cole
Getty - ContributorBrendan was one of Strictly’s original pro dancers[/caption]
Fan favourite dancer Brendan was a Strictly regular when the show began in 2004.
He was also the first co-winner of the Glitterball trophy, alongside Natasha Kaplinsky.
During his time on the show, the New Zealand dancer became known for clapping back against judges’ critiques he didn’t agree with – even having on-air arguments with them.
He was also labelled ‘difficult to work with’ by other members of the team and former partners.
Announcing his exit ahead of the 2018 series, Brendan revealed the BBC had “decided not to renew his contract”.
He said on Lorraine Kelly’s chat show: “They’ve made an editorial decision to not have me back on the show. I’m a little bit in shock. I’m quite emotional, and a bit raw about it.
“It’s done via a process of a phone call and stuff. I have had 15 incredible series on the show. I’m very proud of the whole show. It’s a great team.”
Giovanni Pernice
BBCGiovanni appeared on Strictly from 2015 until 2023[/caption]
Italian dancer Giovanni appeared on Strictly from 2015 until his final run in 2023.
Amanda soon quit the show, accusing Gio of bullying and a string of complaints, some of which were upheld.
Gio was suspended while the investigation took place – costing a reported £250k – and eventually left the show completely to join the Italian version Ballando con le Stelle.
Later, he won the Italian version of Strictly and found love with celebrity partner, Italian star Bianca Guaccero.
In January 2025, he opened up about a potential return to the BBC show – following his recent success.
Giovanni told the Mail on Sunday: “I think they have closed the book on that and moved on.
“I would love to go back to Strictly because Strictly changed my life. It is a massive show, but I don’t think they’re going to have me back. They’re not.
“I’m upset as well. It’s been a great, great, great ten years. I achieved everything. But it’s not my choice, it’s not my decision.
“Everybody has moved on. Maybe I might come back in a few years like Alijaz. I think this is the path we take. And don’t forget, I’m the reigning Italian champion.”
Graziano di Prima
GettyGraziano’s axing was announced last summer[/caption]
The Sun broke the news that Graziano had been given the boot from the show ahead of the 2024 series.
This followed the Italian dancer having initially been announced in the line-up.
An insider told us his departure followed an internal investigation into a number of physical incidents involving Zara McDermott, who was partnered with him in 2023.
The broadcasting giant said: “We can confirm that Graziano Di Prima is no longer a part of the line-up of professional dancers for the upcoming series of Strictly Come Dancing.
“While we would never comment on individual cases, it is well-known that the BBC has established and robust duty of care procedures, and if issues are raised we will always take them seriously and act swiftly as appropriate.”
Arlene Phillips
SplashArlene was part of the original Strictly judging panel[/caption]
Choreographer and former dancer Arlene was a Strictly judge from 2004 to 2008.
However, Arlene was the only one whose contract was not renewed for the 2009 series.
She was instead replaced by series five winner Alesha Dixon.
This sparked a conversation around ageism, with Arlene later telling The Sunday Times: “I no longer had a place on Strictly, but no agent, no one, to deal with it. It was a really awful moment. I loved Strictly.
“I have no answers as to why and I wasn’t really strong enough to find the answers. You know, I didn’t have it inside me. It was so unexpected. There was no warning, no discussion. Nothing. There were never any conversations.”
Aljaž Škorjanec
PAAljaz initially left Strictly in 2022 – and returned last year[/caption]
Strictly’s cast and crew were left gobsmacked by dancer Aljaž Škorjanec’s return to the show last year – after it emerged he left the show under a cloud following a “shocking” altercation with a female professional.
The Sun revealed how the Slovenian star had agreed to leave after the incident on a boozy night out on the 2022 live tour.
Aljaz announced he was leaving Strictly on March 28, 2022.
At the time, The Sun reported that Aljaz had “verbally lashed out” and upset crew during the series, in which he danced with Dragon’s Den star Sara Davies.
A source told us in March 2022: “Incidents with Aljaz on the last series left some crew really upset.
“He verbally lashed out at various staff members behind the scenes in what some thought was an unnecessarily aggressive manner.
“Aljaž was seen by some as arrogant and pompous, and it left a bad taste in some of the staff’s mouths. Not many people will miss him.”
A spokesperson for Aljaž responded: “Aljaž has the utmost respect for everyone working on the show and it is untrue to say he was forced out or acted in an aggressive manner at any time.
“It was Aljaž’s decision to leave the show after an incredible nine years.”
In his Strictly comeback, Aljaž danced with Love Island‘s Tasha Ghouri, with the pair reaching the 2024 final.
4 days agoLatest NewsComments Off on Snooker ace Neil Robertson emotional as he wins special award that when he first heard about ‘made me feel quite edgy’
NEIL ROBERTSON is hoping that when he flies to Australia to pick up a prestigious individual gong he will be bringing the Crucible trophy home.
GettyNeil Robertson was awarded the prestigious Medal of the Order in his homeland[/caption]
This is in recognition of his outstanding achievements and service in the sport of snooker, specifically his world title win in Sheffield 15 years ago.
At some point, he will need to fly to Oz to receive the honour from officials – possibly in the capital Canberra – and the dream would be to go there with some extra silverware in his suitcase.
Robertson, 42, said: “That would be sensational, wouldn’t it? That would be awesome. To win at the Crucible before going out there.
“I believe there are events in April, May and September where you can pick up the OAM.
“So, I am hoping the May one is in the middle of the month after the Crucible has finished.
“That would be perfect timing, go home, see my family, That would be a really, really proud moment.”
In his career, he has hit five maximum breaks and only Ronnie O’Sullivan, Judd Trump and John Higgins have hit more centuries than the left hander’s mark of 972.
The Thunder from Down Under said: “I received an email in December saying I would be considered for the award.
“It made me feel quite edgy. I was so excited but I didn’t know how much of a formality it would be. Or if I’d miss out.
“In some sports you have Hall of Fame nominations and some people never ever get in or only when they retire.
“You want these awards while you are competing at the top of the sport.
“I then got an email saying it would be announced on January 26 – Australia Day – and I was full of emotion.
“You never think you will get something like this.
“Especially an Australian playing snooker. Australia doesn’t just hand out awards in sport.
“You need to be a big winner. I think I have definitely been that. I am happy to get the honour for sure.
“I’ve seen Ronnie and Stephen Hendry get various honours in Britain.
“So to get that myself through snooker and join them with the Australian version, I’m really proud.
“My legacy extends beyond Australia. I have been a big inspiration to overseas players.
“Before I came along, and Ding Junhui as well, nobody had had huge success on a consistent basis.
“I think between us we have combined for nearly 40 ranking events.
“We have left an amazing legacy behind and inspired others to see that it’s possible to come from the other side of the world to have a successful career in snooker.”
PA:Press AssociationThe Aussie reigned at the Crucible in 2010[/caption]
4 days agoLatest NewsComments Off on Inside the ‘most expensive’ gypsy wedding ever at posh Dorchester with 350 guests, three dresses and rumoured £250k bill
A TRAVELLER bride who tied the knot at London’s iconic 5-star Dorchester is said to have hosted the “most expensive” gypsy wedding ever.
Louise Durant, 21, said ‘I do’ to Billy Maguire, 22, at a winter wonderland-inspired nuptials in December and is rumoured to have racked up a bill worth £250,000 that her parents gladly paid for.
TikTok/@user19762003_Beautiful bride Louise Durant is said to have hosted the “most expensive” gypsy wedding of all time[/caption]
TikTok/@user19762003_The 21-year-old’s nuptials took place at 5-star Mayfair hotel The Dorchester, which was a favoured venue of the late Queen Elizabeth II[/caption]
AlamyThe evening ceremony was in the posh hotel’s ballroom and ran until 1am[/caption]
The young couple hosted 350 guests at the luxurious Mayfair hotel, where room hire can start at £10,000.
Louise, whose family is from the Traveller community, said her wedding was “more than a dream come true” in an interview with MailOnline.
She had 12 bridesmaids, three wedding dresses and embarked on a three and a half week honeymoon to Barbados, Orlando and New York after the big day.
“It was beyond my wildest imaginations,” she said.
“The day started amazingly and just got better and better.
“It was perfect.”
Louise’s parents saved for two years to put on the lavish celebration, but couldn’t confirm how much exactly it set them back.
They admitted it cost well over £100,000 and reportedly didn’t baulk when figures around £250,000 were mentioned.
It was funded by Louise’s family’s holiday and lettings business, where the young couple from Yorkshire both work.
They had been together for four years before tying the knot on December 14 last year.
Their Christian ceremony took place at St John’s Church in Hyde Park, with guests being ferried there by four ex-London double decker buses.
Afterwards, the hundreds of attendees were taken to The Dorchester on Park Lane, which was a favourite place of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
They had a lavish three course meal of mushroom soup, a Christmas dinner and sticky toffee pudding for dessert.
The evening ceremony was in the posh hotel’s ballroom and ran until 1am.
Pictures from the day show disco balls, elaborate table designs, extravagant flower arrangements, Christmas crackers and huge, white fondant cake.
DRESS TO IMPRESS
Louise had three dresses for her big day.
The main one was a grand designed by Eleni Bridal Couture of North London and featured a corset-style bodice embroidered with lace detailing.
Later in the night, Louise slipped into a silver sparkling mini dress with stiletto heels and a white fur shawl.
She also wore a tutu-esque dress for one portion of the night.
Louise looked stunning in a crystal-encrusted tiara, a voluminous up-do, dainty jewellery and flawless bridal make-up.
Her bridesmaids matched her in all-white dresses of their own from Michaela Couture, complete with fur jackets draped over their shoulders.
‘ROYAL WEDDING’
Louise shared snippets from her big day on TikTok, sparking viewers to liken her nuptials to a royal wedding.
One even reckons the young couple “knocks spots off the Royals”.
“There will never be any wedding as lovely as yours,” one penned.
“Best of luck to you both.”
“Now that’s what I call being in heaven on earth,” another gasped.
“Many congratulations.”
“Oh wow, this is like a Hollywood film,” a third said.
Others thought her clips looked like something out of a “fairytale” and gushed over how “beautiful” Louise looked.
Guests from the big day chimed in that it was “the best wedding ever” and reminisced on the “stunning” day.
4 days agoLatest NewsComments Off on Russell Brand is now ‘living in the US full time – and may be extradited to the UK to face sex crime charges’
RUSSELL Brand is now reportedly living in the US full time and could be extradited to the UK to face sex crime charges, it is claimed.
The actor and comedian, 49, has moved his young family from Oxfordshire to Florida, saying he is being “attacked” and “shut down” by the British authorities.
Clint Brewer Photography / BackGridComedian Russell Brand was seen leaving a yoga session in Florida[/caption]
GettyBrand is understood to have left the UK for good[/caption]
GettyBrand attends the fourth day of the Republican National Convention in July last year[/caption]
It’s understood they relocated last autumn before Donald Trump’s victory at the presidential election.
Scotland Yard is investigating the star over historic allegations of sexual assault.
But with him thought to have permanently left the UK it could result in potentially lengthy extradition proceedings if British prosecutors decide to charge Brand, reports the Sunday Times.
It comes after the ex Big Brother’s Big Mouth presenter was spotted for the first time since the BBC apologised for a “culture of silence” about his alleged behaviour.
He was seen leaving a yoga session inFloridaon Friday.
He is staying with wife Laura and their children at a £1.9million bungalow in Santa Rosa Beach.
Met Police detectives are said to have passed the CPS a full file of evidence in November following a 13-month inquiry as a result of an expose by the Sunday Times and Channel 4’s Dispatches.
Brand has been interviewed under caution three times.
He denies any wrongdoing and says his sexual relationships were “absolutely always consensual”.
If the CPS considers a charge is authorised while Brand is across the pond, he could be detained by US cops under an international arrest warrant.
The Home Office would have to submit a formal extradition request to Washington on its behalf to seek his return to the UK for court proceedings.
However, Brand’s legal team would be able to turn to the US courts to appeal against such action.
THE TRUMAN SHOW
Neighbours in Santa Rose Beach say the star has been going to church in the town, featured in 1998 film The Truman Show.
A source said: “We see him in his 4×4. He always says hello.”
The Beeb published the findings of an investigation into his time as a presenter for BBCRadio 2 and 6 Music.
The Peter Johnston review looked at eight complaints between 2006 and 2008 with two made while he still worked for the BBC.
Only one of those was formally made to the corporation.
It found a number of people “felt unable to raise” concerns about the presenter and believed he “would always get his way and therefore they stayed silent”.
It also said the actor and comedian was “perceived to be too influential” for staff to complain about.
