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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.

A DJ who has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry including Justin Bieber has opened up on his newest album which features the likes of Travis Scott

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A legendary DJ who has previously worked with the likes of Justin Bieber and Lady Gaga has released their long-awaited new album. DJ Snake, who has also collaborated with Selena Gomez says his latest work “goes beyond an album tracklist”.

The star, originally from a housing project on the outskirts of Paris, is a household name thanks to smash hits such as Taki Taki. The song features huge names including Selena, Cardi B and Ozuna.

Other tunes include his his Turn Down For What offering with Lil Jon and Let Me Love You with Bieber. And now, his 17-track offering gives fans more huge name collaborations, with songs featuring artists such as Travis Scott.

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Speaking of the launch, DJ Snake – whose real name is William Sami Étienne Grigahcine – said: “I grew up surrounded by people from India, the Caribbean, Africa and the Middle East. That mix shaped everything I heard.

“Nomad is a tribute to that upbringing, always moving, always learning, always blending what the world has to offer. Nomad goes beyond an album tracklist. It’s a cultural statement.”

Snake also mixes tracks with K-Pop powerhouse Stray Kids. Speaking of their connection, the DJ went on: “We met last year at the 2024 Gala des Pieces Jaunes in Paris.

“We immediately knew there was more to come. I’ve always been amazing with the K-Pop scene.

“So to now collaborate with these guys who have had such an impact on this genre is an honour.”

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His latest offering with American rapper Travis Scott sees the pair release Tsunami. Travis was in the UK earlier this year for a performance at Leeds and Reading Festival.

The 34-year-old, who has two children with ex partner Kylie Jenner, put on a lively show with a bold set and fireworks. He also surprised fans with a Kanye West performance during a recent concert in Japan.

As part of his weekend-long Tokyo takeover this weekend, the Utopia rapper was at Tokorozawa’s Belluna Dome. There, he performed his notable material and brought out Ye.

Fans were quick to share clips online of Ye removed a mask to show his identity to the crowd. They then launched into his 2007 song titled Can’t Tell Me Nothing.

He also performed Through The Wire and other tunes as the crowd loved the surprise. Taking to social media, one excited fan shared a clip and wrote: “Ye performing Through The Wire in Japan,” along with three flame emojis.

Another noticed Ye’s different behaviour on stage and commented on his smiling appearance. “Ye looks so happy,” they wrote while sharing a clip of the rappers together.

Alan Carr was in Morocco with Cleo Rocos when a man brandished a knife at her during a night out – and the comedian didn’t hesitate to step in to protect his friend

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The Celebrity Traitors winner Alan Carr once saved his friend’s life when she was attacked during a night out in Morocco.

The comedian, 49, tackled an assailant who was brandishing a ten-inch blade at actress Cleo Rocos, 63, and knocked the weapon out of his hand. The shocking incident happened in the city of Marrakesh, Cleo said, as she explained the man came out of nowhere and told her he wanted to be with her.

Cleo and Alan didn’t think he was being serious – but at some point, he took out a knife, which terrified her. But Cleo recalled that despite the tense moment, Alan managed to remain calm, pulled his friend to the other side and told the man: “Don’t be so rude.”

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“Before the man could react, he slapped the knife out of his hand,” she explained. Speaking to The Sun, Cleo said she was “shocked” and after Alan intervened, they walked off at a pace, while still looking behind to ensure the man wasn’t following them.

Cleo, who lives in Brazil where she runs the AquaRiva tequila company, said: “Alan had really knocked the wind out of him – he didn’t punch him or anything but he disarmed him and he was so brave in the way he handled it. That night could have gone terribly wrong, but Alan dealt with the situation so decisively – he literally saved my life.”

She added that once back home, she recounted the story but Alan never mentioned it again. “That’s how humble he is,” Cleo said. “And I suddenly realised that Alan is a really big person. He is much taller than people realise and he is also strong and chivalrous despite his nervous demeanour. He’s a real gentleman, which is so nice, and he’s very protective.”

After winning The Celebrity Traitors, Alan has been tipped as the new host of Strictly Come Dancing, replacing Claudia Winkleman – and there are also rumours that his former long-running Channel 4 series Chatty Man could return. One source told The Mirror: “Alan’s comedy talents were showcased perfectly in the Traitors castle and it’s reminded many people just how funny he is.

“Even people who claimed they didn’t like him before have loved watching him laugh and lie his way through the episodes. It would be no surprise if Chatty Man now got a reboot – not necessarily on Channel 4 – and the Beeb could do way worse than letting Alan loose in the ballroom. He’d be a hoot.”

Viewers saw Alan burst into tears as he won the £87,500 prize on The Celebrity Traitors, as he told Faithfuls Nick Mohammed and David Olusoga: “I’m so sorry, it’s been tearing me apart.” Speaking afterwards, the comic said he couldn’t help the outpouring of emotion at the very end.

“I think all the deceit, the lying, the murdering of Paloma and Celia had all taken its toll and then I think it dawned on me that I had won such a huge amount for my charity, Neuroblastoma UK,” he explained. “Hopefully when people see how upset I was they won’t feel so bad that I killed all those national treasures.”