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John Torode is in therapy to help manage his ‘grief’ at MasterChef axe

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Following a long-standing racism accusation, John Torode was fired from his position as MasterChef’s host, despite the fact that he had no memory of making the statement.

TV chef John Torode has revealed he is in therapy to deal with the “grief” of being sacked from MasterChef.

The BBC upheld a complaint Mr Torode, 60, had used “an extremely offensive racist term” during production, which he denies. The chef said there have been lots of “ups and downs, good and bad, highs and lows” in the five months since his dismissal, but added “things can change”, expressing gratitude for his “incredible life”.

Mr. Torode wrote in a reflective online post that: “Therapy has given me the right to not only be brave, but also to be real. Although fear is the one that keeps us alive, I wonder how much harm can it cause when we choose to shut it out, shut it down, and let it flow as it should.

The presenter, born in Melbourne, Australia, lost his job on the BBC programme months after co-host Gregg Wallace, aged 61, left the show amid complaints about his behaviour.

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Twenty years after he first hosted the program, a reboot from the 1990s original series, Mr. Torode described his dismissal as “an unexpected and brutal life change.”

The star admitted to having spent months of soul searching and receiving therapy to ease his shock in his online newsletter A View From The Fridge. He acknowledged having difficulty coming out in public about the scandal, but he claimed that as time goes on, it would be more convenient.

Finding a rhythm in my turbulent physical, illogical, and physiological state of mind, according to the father of four, has been challenging.

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Being able to express and express my feelings as I deal with the past five months and the effects they have had is becoming easier. For me and for those close to me, life has forever changed. No sympathy searching is done here; it is simply being honest.

I’m A Celeb announce major rule change with just days to go until 2025 final

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Will any camp chores be completed in the three days that follow the announcement of the 2025 King or Queen of the Jungle?

TV bosses have announced a major rule change to I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! after Ruby Wax was eliminated from camp. The 72-year-old was appointed camp leader after EastEnders star Shona McGarty was forced to step down after being found with contraband – which was butter.

Shona claimed that she used it in the camp but that she was not held accountable. Although I’m not sure where it came from, I saw it and used it. After “Buttergate” was revealed, Shona had the option of quitting as team leader after losing two stars that other celebs had won in the Bushtucker Trials that day, which would have meant losing food. Then, Ruby was essentially chosen to lead the party.

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Then, Ruby, the comedic and TV legend, said, “Things are about to change. No longer is there a Mrs. Nice Guy!” She stated in her demands that Shona be her footstool, rapper Aitch from Manchester, Angry Ginge, and rapper Aitch be her dancer.

This led to Jack Osbourne, son of late rock legend Ozzy Osbourne, to say: “Ruby as leader is pure insanity. The craziest dictatorship I think the world will ever know.” He then planned a ‘revolution’ along with Aitch and Ginge.

Ruby was eliminated on Wednesday night because she became the fifth celeb to be voted out of the jungle, despite being a favorite to win this year’s series.

However, TV bosses made the announcement that Ruby would no longer be a camp leader after she was eliminated. Campmates will instead be required to handle their own chores at camp.

With only three days until the 2025 winner is finally announced, how much work will actually be done remains to be seen. Martin Kemp, 64, and Spandau Ballet’s star, EastEnders, were the sixth famous face to leave the camp on Thursday night.

This means the remaining contestants are Jack, 40, Shona, 34, Aitch, 25, Angry Ginge, 24, Emmerdale legend Lisa Riley, 49, and Celebs Go Dating star Tom Read Wilson, 39. Who will win?

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When the final episode of The King or Queen of the Jungle premieres on December 7 and airs on ITV1, ITVX, and ITV1 will be the first to reveal the details. Right now, Angry Ginge is the favorite to win, with Aitch set to finish second. You’ll have to tune in on Sunday night to see if anything changes, though!

I’m A Celeb favourite is sixth star to leave and fans are fuming

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The sixth celebrity to leave the I’m A Celebrity jungle has been made public. Martin Kemp was the most recent person to be chosen for a cast member, according to Ant and Dec. Vogue Williams, Eddie Kadi, Alex Scott, Ruby Wax, Kelly Brook, and Eddie Kadi leave the jungle, and Martin follows.

He said, “I’ve been dreaming this instant.” It’s just a strange journey, really. I have enjoyed conversing with other people. Although I don’t usually make new friends, I have enjoyed it. He continued, “I feel like I’ve experienced it, done everything I wanted to do, and I can leave with some brilliant anecdotes.” . I’ve always felt a little quieter than everyone else and a little on the outside. “

Shona McGarty sweetly exclaimed, “Bye dad, Martin left the camp. He also supported Shona to win the show. He claims that she is the most stunning songbird ever. I also discovered my emotional and patient nature. I was constantly wanting to cry. “

Martin Kemp
(James Gourley/ITV/Shutterstock) Martin Kemp has finally left the jungle.

However, his departure caused outrage among his supporters. How is it possible to not love Martin Kemp? I’m so sorry to see him leave tonight. Another questioned how Martin Kemp had been cast aside despite Jack Osbourne’s presence. Ruby Wax shattered any hope that Shona McGarty and Aitch could end their forest romance forever.

In scenes that were not on ITV, the actress claimed the EastEnders star had secretly told her that the rapper was “not her type.” Ruby explained Shona’s confession to Aitch in an interview, saying, “He’s not her type at all. He wasn’t on the list because she claimed she liked taller, bigger men because she felt feminine. ”

She also referred to Aitch’s 25-year-old age as the “age difference,” while Shona’s is 34. She says, “I wanted her to marry him. I believed we could have children and live forever in the forest. However, she claimed that this type of behavior was not her. I anticipated that the forest’s next generation would live there, but there was no such thing. ”

She explained to me that she was puzzled as to why they could have made a good couple and that they both sang. Not, why? I engaged in mating rituals.

She continued, “But then she lost interest. He also lacked that trait. No, I believe he was just drawn to her. She enjoys big men. ”

Emmerdale Dylan’s grim fate after car attack – everything you need to know

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Everything you need to know about Emma Dylan’s grim fate following a car accident is The Mirror.

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Will Dylan survive after being viciously knocked down and given something in Emmerdale spoilers ahead?

Will Dylan be run over in Emmerdale and pass away?

  • Emmerdale viewers were in shock as Dylan was callously run over by Ray and left for dead in scenes that aired on Thursday night. At the end of the episode the drug dealing teenager was seen looking battered and bruised on the floor after being knocked unconscious in the attack and with blood on his face as he lay helplessly on the floor.
  • After Dylan finally attempted to expose what they had been doing to him and Marlon’s daughter April, soap villains Celia and Ray plotted a deadly and violent revenge against him.
  • In a twist on the “accident,” Ray was clearly intent on endorsing Dylan when he kneeled down and administered something to the injured Dylan. But what will happen next and will he survive?
  • April finally admitted everything to her family about her ordeal, including the drug dealing with Dylan after Ray and Celia duped them into paying off a “debt” in court.
  • April finally disclosed what Celia and Ray had been up to and what she had endured as the situation escalated into sexual exploitation and she believed she killed Callum’s client.
  • They were shocked, but they were determined to contact the police when soap baddie Celia showed up and threatened Marlon’s wife Rhona.
  • Finding out doesn’t mean Dylan’s agonizing ordeal end for Marlon and Rhona. In fact, it could be the beginning of a sinister situation that has dragged the entire family into.
  • Celia threatened to slit Rhona’s throat if she didn’t comply, among other horrible things, by digging her nails into Rhona’s cheek. After explaining that she meant business, Celia then called Ray and made a video call so they all sat in shock as Dylan was brutally run over.
  • Rhona and Marlon must now make a terrible choice because of this. Do they confront the police and threaten the entire family? Or do they maintain silence? What danger do they currently face?
  • Dylan fights for his life in a hospital after being slammed down by Ray’s car and given a substance that might have been heroin.
  • He is still alive, but he is going to fight for his life while he is coma. How will Ray respond when he learns that Dylan is still alive? Will he have to take his place at the end, and what will happen if Dylan wakes up and recalls everything?
  • READ THE FULL STORY: Does Dylan die in Emmerdale? Teen’s fate teased as Ray and Celia take deadly revenge
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Four countries pull out of Eurovision 2026 after Israel is allowed to compete

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After the European Broadcasting Union approved of Israel’s participation in Eurovision 2026, several nations, including Ireland, have decided to boycott the event.

Four countries have decided not to compete in Eurovision next year, after it was ruled that Israel were allowed to take part. Ireland, The Netherlands, Slovenia and ‘big five’ country Spain have all pulled out of the music competition, as the conflict in Palestine continues.

The European Broadcasting Union, which organises the Eurovision Song Contest, met on 3 December to decide if Israel would be allowed to take part in this year’s competition. The discussion was held as calls to expel Israel from the contest became increasingly frequent.

Israel’s entry into competition was approved by the EBU. Spain announced its withdrawal from the contest minutes after the announcement was made. Alfonso Morales, the country’s national broadcaster’s secretary general, expressed concern about allowing Israel’s broadcaster KAN to participate.

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Despite the ceasefire and the peace process being approved, the situation in Gaza and Israel’s use of the contest for political purposes, according to Morales.

One of the contest’s Big Five, Spain, receives the most financial support, earning a final spot automatically. Italy, France, the UK, Germany, and France are the other countries. Austria, Germany’s host country this year, and Germany and Italy have both stated that they are considering resuming their travels.

Ireland likewise endorsed Spain’s boycott. The televised competition will not be shown either on RTVE and RTE, both of the nations’ national broadcasters. Given the horrific loss of lives in Gaza and the humanitarian crisis there, which continue to put the lives of so many civilians in danger, Ireland’s RTE said in a statement.

The continued denial of access to international journalists to the territory and the targeted killing of journalists in Gaza during the conflict are both deeply concerning, according to RTÉ.

Additionally, the Netherlands has chosen not to participate. Universal values like humanity and press freedom have been seriously compromised, according to Taco Zimmerman, general manager of Dutch broadcaster Avrotros.

Slovenia will also abstain from attending the event. If Israel is present, RTV Slovenia board chairwoman Natalija Gorscal declared: “We will not participate in the ESC.” in honor of the 20, 000 Gaza deaths.

According to the British Red Cross, the death toll in Gaza as of 29 October is over 61,000, including over 17,000 children, since 7 October 2023. They also stated that 2 million Palestinians are facing extreme hunger.

In 2024, calls for Israel’s expulsion from Eurovision first arose. Israel’s continued involvement has caused a number of protests. However, some people still appear to be in favor of their participation. Israel’s Yuval Raphael won the contest this year, taking home the overall win.

The contest is supposed to take place in Vienna, Austria, in 2026, which is the 70th year of Eurovision. If Austria decides to withdraw, it is unknown where the contest will take place. Iceland and Belgium are also considering leaving, along with Austria, Germany, and Italy.

EBU President Delphine Ernotte Cunci responded to the calls for Israel to leave, saying, “These discussions have resulted in significant changes to the Eurovision Song Contest rules, ensuring it continues to be a forum for unity and cultural exchange.

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Celeb SAS line-up in full as Dani Dyer joins England stars and soap legends

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Daniel Dyer is now facing a more difficult challenge than she did on Strictly Come Dancing because she was unable to make it onto the show.

Former Love Island winner Dani Dyer-Bowen is among the line-up of contestants for a new series of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. Dani, 29, who was forced to withdraw from this year’s Strictly Come Dancing, will take part in the upcoming series of the Channel 4 reality show when it returns in January next year, in which contestants will undertake SAS training in north Africa.

Dani, who is married to England and West Ham United footballer Jarrod Bowen, said: “I’m a massive fan of the show. I’ve always watched it and wondered if I could do it. I want to put myself to the test. I’m nuts, but I think I will be good at it, I’ll be completely out of my comfort zone.

I just hope I can stop letting my brains dictate what I do and concentrate on the final scene because that would be so impressive. I believe I have this physically; however, as my brain viciously attacks me, I’ll struggle with it mentally. I just want to change my negative Nancy and start believing in myself a little more.

She will be joined by former Love Island contestant Gabby Allen, TV personality Jessika Power, social media stars Jack Joseph and Cole Anderson-James, Neighbours actors Ryan Moloney and Natalie Bassingthwaighte, and World Cup-winning former rugby player Ben Cohen.

Cohen once said, “I wanted to take part in both re-discovering my inner self and being tested mentally. We communicate with ourselves every day, so I wanted to put my mental and physical limits to something that would be physically and mentally difficult. I’ll take a good lesson from this.

Gladiator and Olympian Toby Olubi, Graeme Swann and Brad Hodge, Olympic swimmers Emily Seebohm and Mack Horton, and Home and Away actor and musician Axle Whitehead complete the lineup.

I wanted to take part in Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, mostly to see how hard I could push myself, but also to show my kids that even the most difficult tasks can be accomplished by putting one foot in front of the other, Swann said.

In the eight-part series, which will pit Team Australia against Team UK, chief instructor Billy Billingham and his team of directing staff, Jason “Foxy” Fox, Rudy Reyes and Chris Oliver return to lead the celebrities in their training.

Their national pride is on the line, Billingham said, “This series isn’t just a brutal personal course; it’s a challenge unlike any other.” Who can rise from the ashes and disappear into the wild?

Throw the DS into the mix because North Africa has its own difficulties. For pain, glory, and tears. Who dares prevails, and now is the perfect time to give everything to win.

Celebrity SAS does not eliminate contestants, unlike other reality shows, and instead has contestants who can withdraw themselves either directly from the screen or are eliminated. Those who remain at the end are then declared the winners.

Fox continued, “This year isn’t just about winning the Ashes in Australia; it’s also about pitting British celebrities against Australians.” We, the DS, will mix our aggressive course-setting and brutal terrain with our brutal approach to see who will be reduced to rubble or rise above them. We are bringing this up on a new front by bringing it back to life on a centuries-old rivalry, not just a course! Who Dares to Win?

The launch date for the program will be announced soon on Channel 4 and On Demand in January.

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