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EXCLUSIVE: Lauren Goodger recently hinted she’s sworn off sex after a string of failed romances, and no longer has time for casual flings and instead wants something more meaningful

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Lauren Goodger’s celibacy journey has been praised by pals who say she is right to “take her time” before embarking on her next relationship.

Last week, the TOWIE star hinted that she’s sworn off sex after a string of failed romances, and no longer has time for casual flings and instead wants something more meaningful.

Taking to Instagram, Lauren shared a post about a man discussing why women stay celibate, which read, “The longer a woman stays celibate, the idea of someone touching her who doesn’t meet her mental, physical, and spiritual wants and needs will literally make her feel sick.”

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It went on, “She’s no longer willing to settle for meaningless exchanges or relationships that don’t serve and nourish her soul.” Now, a source close to Lauren has told new her pals are relieved she’s taking a stand, after years of heartache.

“She’s trying to meet the right person because she’s had such a traumatic, turbulent love life in the past,” says our source. “She deserves someone good, but she usually rushes in and goes for the bad boys.

“So, this time, she’s really going to take her time and she wants to find the right one. She’s getting older and she wants to be settled. I think she’s being sensible for once.”

Lauren, 39, has previously confessed to enjoying periods of celibacy. In 2019, she famously posted, “Can’t believe I didn’t have sex for 2 years”, but quickly deleted it. Hinting why she’s no longer a fan of meaningless flings, she’s previously said, “I’m a very sexual person, but I don’t want to be intimate with someone unless I’m in a relationship. I want to settle down and have the fairy tale.”

“She became celibate because she was making bad decisions with the worst sort of men,” adds our source, regarding Lauren’s decision to wait for Mr Right. “She felt every time she went to bed with one of them, it wouldn’t work out.

“She’s had a lot of therapy and they said, ‘Don’t rush in.’ She always seems to rush in, so this is her way of trying to find the right guy, because she just jumps into bed with them. Then, the next thing, she’s fallen for them, and it’s not worked out, and she just gets hurt.”

Recently, fans were concerned Lauren had rekindled her relationship with ex Charles Drury – father to her daughter Larose, four, and Lorena, who tragically died shortly after her birth in 2022. Over the summer, the pair were said to have enjoyed a “double date” with Lauren’s TOWIE pal Junaid Ahmed and his boyfriend Joe Blackman.

While Lauren has lurched from one ill-fated relationship to another, she now appears to have gained some clarity. But our source says her troubles stem from never fully recovering from her very public break-up with fellow TOWIE star Mark Wright 13 years ago.

“She’s always loved Mark, she will always love Mark – and she feels Mark will always love her,” says our source. “They were good together when they were together. I think it’s had a big, deep effect on her. She’s had a tough time, she’s had a lot of grief.”

Earlier this year Lauren confessed she has struggled to find another man who measures up to her first love, who’s now happily married to Brassic actress Michelle Keegan, who he shares eight-month-old daughter Palma with.

Speaking last year on Married At First Sight UK expert Paul Brunson’s podcast, We Need To Talk, Lauren said, “He was the love of my life. We wouldn’t have stayed together for that long if he didn’t have this mutual feeling for me. I never ever thought I was going to love anyone else. I was with him for 12 years on and off.”

Lauren and Mark, 38, were the ITV reality show’s original golden couple, getting engaged on screen in March 2011. But their relationship was dogged by cheating scandals, with Mark having flings with co-stars Sam Faiers and Lucy Mecklenburgh, and the pair separated the following year.

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After Mark found love with Michelle, also 38, in late 2012, Lauren embarked on an ill-fated three-year relationship with Jake McLean, who was killed in a car accident in 2022. And after dating jailbird Joey Morrison for two years, in 2020 she fell for builder Charles, who had previously dated her former pal, Katie Price.

But that also ended on a sour note. After briefly splitting in 2021, they finally called time on their relationship the following summer. In August 2022, Drury was accused of assaulting Lauren on the day of their daughter’s funeral, but the case was dropped after she withdrew her support for the prosecution.

For now, Lauren’s pals feel staying single would give her time to heal and prepare for when she finally meets someone special. “She’s had a lot of bad boys in her life and she needs to work on herself,” says our source. “She needs to work on her own self-esteem.”

After everything she has endured, it’s good to see Lauren finally putting herself first.

If you’re looking for a pair of waterproof, warm and practical boots for winter, then Amanda Seyfried has found the perfect pair for under £100 that she wears every day on her farm

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With the winter approaching, it’s inevitable that we’ll have to endure at least some time outdoors in the cold and wet weather, which makes a good pair of boots absolutely essential. If you’re after a pair that will keep your feet warm and dry no matter the weather, then Muck Boots are the perfect pick.

The hard-wearing waterproof wellies even come with a celebrity endorsement, as Amanda Seyfried recently revealed that her RHS Muckster II Short Boots are part of her everyday uniform whilst at home on her farm. In a recent interview with TODAY.com , Amanda said she loves that dirt and water don’t “get into your socks” whilst wearing them, even while carrying buckets of water, and that her “caretaker wears them without fail on the farm.”

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The RHS Muckster II Short Boots were one of Amanda’s top choices when asked about her go-to off duty uniform at home, so you know these sturdy boots will stand up to every weather condition. Priced at £99, the boots come in four different colours and are 100% waterproof, with a fully lined 4mm neoprene leg shaft for added comfort.

They also have a breathable air mesh lining, comfortable topline midsole and an outsole that’s been designed for light duty use on firm surfaces. As well as being a firm favourite of Amanda’s, the RHS Muckster II Short Boots are also the only gardening footwear endorsed by the Royal Horticultural Society, so you’ve got two stamps of approval.

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Ideal for slipping on and off in the mud or wearing during a rainy dog walk, the boots can be worn rolled up for a longer leg shaft, or rolled down for more of an ankle boot style. The rubber outsole is also great for offering extra grip in the mud, but sheds dirt quickly so you don’t end up trailing it all over.

Alternatively, Hunter’s Downpour Short Boots in Khaki are a great option for slipping on and off with ease, and are currently on sale at Schuh down from £95 to £74.99. You could also pick up Barbour’s Mowbray Mid Welly for £80 at ASOS, which feature fabric check trims that can be adjusted with a toggle to keep the cold and rain out.

You could also snap up these men’s Fleece Lined Wellington Boots for £40 from M&S, which have a simple design but are extra practical, with an adjustable buckle at the top to keep out the rain. They also have a fleece lining which keeps your feet warm, with a generous fit to make room for thick socks and come in sizes six to 12.

Quentin Willson, who was one of the first hosts on the hit BBC motoring show, died “peacefully surrounded by his family” on Saturday November 8, a statement from his family said

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Motoring legend Jeremy Clarkson has led tributes to fellow broadcaster Quentin Willson, who has passed away at the age of 68 following a brief fight with lung cancer.

Television personalities James May and Tiff Needell, who both worked alongside Willson on the BBC’s iconic motoring programme, have also shared their condolences. The renowned television host and automotive journalist died “peacefully surrounded by his family” on Saturday, November 8, according to a family statement.

Clarkson expressed his sorrow in a message on X, writing: “I’m far away so I’ve only just heard that Quentin Willson has died. We had some laughs over the years. Properly funny man.” But one X user blasted Jeremy for his tribute saying : “Not exactly a heartfelt ringing endorsement.”

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Jeremy clapped back and responded: ““Properly funny man” is literally the highest accolade you can bestow on someone.”

Ex-racing driver and presenter on Top Gear and Fifth Gear, Needell, said: “Oh Quentin how can you leave us so soon. So many memories of the @BBC_TopGear we built in the nineties that I wanted to remember with you again. Please upload the film of me with him and Jeremy in the Ford Puma that so wonderfully displays the times we had together… RIP Q”.

May, meanwhile, revealed that Willson offered him “proper advice and encouragement” whilst he was attempting to establish himself in the television world during the 1990s, describing him as a “great bloke”.

Willson was amongst the original presenters of the hugely popular BBC motoring programme, appearing alongside Clarkson and hosting the show from 1991 through to 2001, before moving on to front Channel 5’s Fifth Gear.

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He also developed and fronted numerous automotive programmes, including Britain’s Worst Drivers and BBC Two’s The Car’s The Star. A family statement read: “A true national treasure, Quentin brought the joy of motoring, from combustion to electric, into our living rooms.

“Much-loved husband to Michaela, devoted father to Mercedes, Max and Mini, and cherished grandfather to Saskia, Xander & Roxana. Quentin will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him personally and professionally.

“The void he has left can never be filled. His knowledge was not just learned but lived; a library of experience now beyond our reach.”

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The broadcaster was a passionate consumer champion, spearheading numerous campaigns including his FairFuel initiative which helped freeze fuel duty, and working relentlessly to make electric vehicles more affordable through his FairCharge campaign.

The statement continued: “Long before it was fashionable, he championed the GM EV1 and the promise of electric cars, proving he was always ahead of the curve.”

Willson penned weekly columns for The Mirror and Sunday Mirror for 15 years and contributed to Classic Cars Magazine for nine years. He was crowned motoring writer of the year at the British Press Awards in 2004, whilst working for the Sunday Mirror.

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That same year the presenter made headlines after scoring just eight points on BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing for his cha cha cha with professional partner Hazel Newberry. It remains the lowest score in the programme’s history. Ginny Buckley, chief executive of EV advice site Electrifying.com, also paid tribute, describing Willson as a “true national treasure”.

“I was lucky to get to know him in recent years through his excellent work with FairCharge, where his passion for making electric vehicles accessible to all really shone through,” she said.

“He was warm, generous with his knowledge and unfailingly kind. He brought the joy of motoring – from petrol to plug – into our homes and hearts, and will be greatly missed.”

Willson served as a patron of the Hydrogen Trust and was also a Bafta film judge. His family have requested privacy and confirmed funeral arrangements will be revealed in due course.

Kim Kardashian has given an update on if she passed the California Bar Exam, the final step in her process to become an attorney, but said she will continue studying until she succeeds

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Kim Kardashian has informed her fans about her bar exam after her new lawyer show was panned by critics. Despite her recent focus on acting, Kim has said she isn’t giving up on her dream of becoming a lawyer.

The 45-year-old reality TV star – who plays lawyer Allura Grant in Ryan Murphy’s All’s Fair – revealed she did not pass the California Bar Exam, the final step in her process to become an attorney. She wrote on Instagram Stories: “Well…I’m not a lawyer yet, I just play a very well-dressed one on TV.

“Six years into this law journey, and I’m still all in until I pass the bar. No shortcuts, no giving up just more studying and even more determination. Thank you to everyone who has supported and encouraged me along the way so far.

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“Falling short isn’t failure – it’s fuel. I was so close to passing the exam and that only motivates me even more. Let’s Go!!!!!!!!!!!.” Kim previously enrolled in a four-year apprenticeship with a San Francisco law firm in 2018 and took the baby bar exam – which signifies the completion of the first year of study for students taking unaccredited law classes – three times before passing it in 2021.

She also reportedly passed the Multistate Professional Responsibility Exam (MPRE) in March. She first revealed she was awaiting her exam results in October, when she shared that she was hoping to “be qualified” to practice law “in two weeks”.

Kim is said to have shared the results of her exam one day before the results were made public as she wanted to be honest with her fans. A source close to Kim told TMZ: “She decided to share the news before the results were public on Sunday because she’s been so open about her journey the entire time – and knew fans would be super interested.”

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During an appearance on The Graham Norton Show, Kim offered insight into the type of lawyer she would want to be. “Maybe in 10 years, I think I’ll give up being Kim K. and be a trial lawyer,” she said. “That’s what I really want.”

The mother-of-four, who is following in the footsteps of her famous lawyer father, the late Robert Kardashian, continued, “I always want to be growing, curious and evolving, and I want to see wherever that takes me.”

Her failing of the bar exam and the comments about not “using shortcuts” come after she admitted that she’s used some studying hacks that have not worked out for her. One method she will likely never use again is ChatGPT.

“I use it for legal advice, so when I need to know the answer to a question, I’ll take a picture and snap it and put it in there,” Kim explained, sharing her study strategy during an appearance on Vanity Fair’s Lie Detector Test series. But she pointed out: “They’re always wrong. It has made me fail tests all the time. And then I’ll get mad and I’ll yell at it, ‘You made me fail! Why did you do this? And it will talk back to me.”

Jennifer Lawrence is a big fan of reality TV but there is one star she doesn’t like – as she opened up about her feelings towards the Kardashians

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Jennifer Lawrence has admitted she finds Kourtney Kardashian “annoying”. The 35-year-old actress is a massive devotee of reality TV, especially The Kardashians and the Real Housewives series.

However, she has confessed she’s not keen on Kourtney. During a lie detector test with her Die My Love co-star Robert Pattinson for Vanity Fair, Robert questioned Jennifer: “You talk about your love of reality television. Do you still keep up with The Kardashians?”.

Jennifer responded: “Not this season. I have been on TikTok but no.” Pattinson then showed a photograph of Khloe Kardashian and asked, “Is this woman your favourite Kardashian?” and Jennifer answered, “Yes!”.

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She continued: “Kourtney is more annoying than ever. She drives me nuts. Because everything has to be an announcement.

“It’s like, you know, ‘I’m not going to wear outfits anymore.’ Like, just wear whatever you want. Don’t make an announcement about it.

“Or like, ‘I don’t have a TV in my room.’ Like, just don’t watch TV. Stop announcing it. Just shhh!”.

Jennifer previously disclosed that she relied on The Kardashians to help her manage whilst shooting the 2017 horror mystery Mother. Speaking on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon, she explained: “I’ve said it before, but I got to such a low point in this film, and going into such a dark place that I eventually had to bring the Kardashians in.

“Not in person, obviously! I had to do this one scene, and I hadn’t gone that dark before, I had never done something that horrifying.

“I started getting scared a couple days before so I was like, I need a tent to keep away from all the extras because I didn’t know what I would do.

“It was just a computer that was playing the Kardashians, and had head shots, and it also had notes to me from them, that I had written. I can’t share any of them because I don’t want to offend anybody, and they’re my own personal thoughts..”

Earlier this year others made their feelings known about Kourtney and her husband Travis Barker at a wrestling event. The reality star and her Blink-182 drummer husband made an appearance at WWE’s Money in the Bank event at the Intuit Dome in June.

The duo were with their baby son but were met by boos from the crowd. After the three were shown on a large screen inside the event, a video circling on the internet at the time showed that some fans were booing the family.

However, it seems the situation didn’t bother the couple much as Kourtney continued smiling and Travis flashed a peace sign at the camera. Kourtney appeared to stay focused on her tot as she kept her eyes on him while she cradled him in her arms.