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A cast member from I’m A Celebrity, who previously worked as the receptionist for Celebs Go Dating, has now landed a job as an Agony Uncle with This Morning

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A star from this year’s cast of I’m A Celebrity has already secured a major TV gig – and it’s not this year’s King of the Jungle Angry Ginge. Tom Read Wilson, who was previously best known as the charming receptionist on Celebs Go Dating, made his debut on This Morning today as the show’s official Agony Uncle.

Producers reportedly moved quickly to snap him up just days after he finished second in the ITV reality series. Every year, This Morning is known to offer a career-launching opportunity to a popular jungle star. Former I’m A Celeb champion Sam Thompson and past campmates Ferne McCann and Vicky Pattison even went on to become regulars on the daytime programme.

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But this time, it was Tom who impressed the hosting team, despite AngryGinge’s win on Sunday night making him one of the most in-demand new personalities on TV.

Tom kicked off his new role by chatting with Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard about his memories of jungle life. Ben told him: “One of the things I’ve loved as well Tom, is in the camp, you certainly became a sort of a go-to Agony Uncle for quite a lot of your campmates.”

Tom admitted life in the jungle pushed him to open up, replying: “Well, I think Shona taught me hugely…be vulnerable, because we all are so vulnerable anyway here. And particularly where Shona was concerned, I think we sort of followed one another’s spiky graph.”

He admitted to having a similarly approachable personality on Celebs Go Dating, sharing: “It is I suppose, sort of my role too. I try to be a shoulder and a bosom if I can. And so it was nice to occupy that space in the jungle.”

Producers put his skills to the test immediately, bringing him back later in the show to give live advice to viewers. One caller, Dario, asked whether he should confess his crush to a work colleague at the office Christmas party.

Tom urged him not to wait until the drinks were flowing to start hinting at his feelings, adding: “Imagine what a delicious evening it could be. If you sow the seeds before, then it can be the most sumptuous evening. You don’t want it to be an in vino veritas affair.”

Cat and Ben were delighted with the segment, and Cat was quick to ask him: “Would you come back and do this again?” Tom didn’t hesitate to respond: “I would absolutely love to.”

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Tom’s growing popularity is a far cry from the early days of his time in the jungle, where many viewers admitted they didn’t know who he was.

His eloquent way of speaking was also dubbed “posh” by fans, but he eventually won the audience over with his warmth and sense of humour.

During one of the show’s final episodes, he broke down in tears after admitting he was struggling with missing home. “I’m a wreck, sorry,” he told his co-stars, before explaining, “I think I’ve opened the floodgates a bit.” Kelly Brook comforted him, reassuring him it could be “a healing time”.

Despite entering the show as a late arrival, Tom finished as runner-up behind YouTuber AngryGinge, with EastEnders actress Shona McGarty placing third.

Reality TV star Kim Kardashian has pivoted into the world of gaming and will appear as a character in Fortnite from December 13 with over 25 customisable outfit variations and emotes

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Reality TV sensation Kim Kardashian is set to make her debut as a playable character in the popular video game Fortnite.

The influencer and entrepreneur, 45, unveiled a collection of promotional artwork on X, showcasing her Fortnite appearance and the various outfit and hairstyle options, referred to as skins, which will be accessible to gamers from December 13.

As part of the Fortnite Icon Series, the partnership was revealed through a promotional video posted by the game on Instagram, featuring the Skims co-founder taking on various personas whilst a narrator described each scenario, stating: “Kim Kardashian is a mom, an entrepreneur, a fashion icon, a TV star and now she’s taking on Fortnite.”

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The clip concluded with Kardashian looking directly at the camera and delivering the line, “What, like it’s hard?”, paying homage to the beloved movie Legally Blonde.

Gamers will have the opportunity to personalise her adaptable Icon Outfit, featuring a complete bodysuit with coordinating gloves, offering over 25 different combinations including seven colour choices, four neckline styles and three hair options – sleek long black locks, a tousled bun with fringe, and platinum grey tresses.

A Skims-influenced ensemble comprising grey joggers and a white cropped top, accessorised with a white fur jacket, is also included amongst the selections alongside various additional items.

Players can additionally recreate several of Kardashian’s internet-breaking moments through different features, including a Slurp the Internet Emote, paying tribute to her iconic Break The Internet photo session, and a Diamond Drop Emote. This marks Kardashian’s debut collaboration with the video game, joining a star-studded list of previous features including singers Sabrina Carpenter and Ariana Grande, and rapper Eminem.

Kardashian has previously dipped her toes into the gaming world with her own mobile game, Kim Kardashian: Hollywood. The game, which challenged players to increase their fame and ascend the social ladder, was discontinued in 2024, ten years after its initial release.

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Her recent foray comes after her big TV comeback failed to go down well with viewers, who brutally panned her performance in Ryan Murphy’s star-studded new legal drama.

The 45-year-old reality star turned actress takes on the role of Allura Grant, a glamorous divorce lawyer leading an all-female legal firm that goes head-to-head with their male-dominated counterparts.

All’s Fair, which premiered on Hulu and Disney+, boasts an A-list ensemble including Naomi Watts, Glenn Close, Sarah Paulson, and Niecy Nash.

But despite the heavyweight cast, much of the online conversation has centred around Kim’s acting, and not in a flattering way. While the Skims founder was previously praised for her screen presence in American Horror Story: Delicate, many fans have claimed her latest performance fell flat.

Viewers took to X to share their thoughts, with one writing: “Yeah casting Kim Kardashian was the worst mistake they could’ve made for this show… it ruins the tone immediately because she cannot act. WHY WHY WHY.”

The TV presenter swapped the red carpet for the living room, joining the Specsavers Home Visits team to help deliver vital eye and hearing tests to people who can’t leave their homes.

TV favourite Alison Hammond has taken on a brand new role; swapping celebrity interviews for eye and hearing tests as she joins a home visits team bringing vital care to people who can’t leave their homes. In a heartwarming new YouTube mini-series, Alison shadows the Specsavers Home Visits team on their rounds, putting her tea-making skills to the test, sharing laughs, singing, and helping customers choose new glasses.

Along the way, she meets people unable to get out for appointments and hears all about their lives. The initiative comes as research reveals nearly one in two (44%) people who can’t leave home without support are missing out on essential sight and hearing care.

More than a fifth (22%) of carers say the person they look after has suffered worsening eyesight, while 14% report untreated hearing loss due to the difficulty of getting to a healthcare provider.

Among those Alison met was David from Southampton, whose mobility has been affected by a fall. “It was such a treat to meet Alison. I’ve seen her on television, so it made the day feel really special,” said David. “The Home Visits team has been incredibly kind since my fall — their expertise and care really puts you at ease.”

During her time shadowing Specsavers Home Visits optometrist Julie Benson on her rounds, Alison Hammond said: “I had no idea how much goes into a Home Visit until I joined the team myself. We met so many amazing people who simply can’t get out and being able to visit them in their homes makes such a difference.

“As well as assisting with the eye test and helping customers choose their glasses, I got to have a proper chat with them and hear all about their lives. Seeing the difference these services make genuinely touched me and made me realise this is so much more than a job.”

The research also highlighted the impact of missing out on care as nearly a third (30%) of those with vision difficulties are more prone to accidents, and over a third (35%) have lost confidence.

Almost half (47%) said they’re unable to enjoy everyday activities like watching TV, reading, or socialising due to untreated sight issues. Loneliness is another major concern, with 27% of carers saying the person they care for feels isolated because of poor vision and 26% due to hearing problems.

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At-home services offer a lifeline, but awareness remains low as less than half (49%) of carers know these services are available, and only 10% say the person they care for has ever had both an eye test and hearing check at home.

Julie Benson added: “We visit hundreds of people each week who simply can’t get to a store due to physical or mental health disabilities. We get to know them and what matters day to day.

“While we’re there to help with their eyesight, the impact goes far beyond that – poor vision can knock confidence or increase loneliness, especially in people who live alone.

“Delivering high-quality clinical care, tailored to their individual needs, genuinely transforms their everyday quality of life.”

Helen Walker, chief executive at Carers UK, added: “Access to home-based healthcare services, like home eye tests and hearing checks, are essential for people who can’t leave their homes independently.

“It also makes a tremendous difference to unpaid carers, the family members and friends who support them, because they often spend a substantial amount of time coordinating their care needs.

My 600-Lb. Life star Pauline Potter has died age 62.

Pauline found fame on the US reality show after entering the Guinness Book of Records as the World’s Heaviest Living Woman.

Her son revealed the tragic news of her death in an emotional video where he said: “Unfortunately, my mom has passed away this past Thursday on Thanksgiving. I will try to make this as short as I can. Back in January of this year of 2025, we both got in a pretty bad car accident.”

He explained: “We were driving early in the morning. It was still dark outside. We were driving on a dark two lane highway, and there was a truck and trailer that was stopped in the middle of the road. And we did not see it … and we hit the trailer.

“Also, at the same time, um, there was an oncoming car in the other lane, so there was no way to go around it. My mom was driving, I was asleep in the passenger seat, with the seat reclined, and my mom tried to swerve to go around it.

“However, the passenger side of the car, hit the corner of the trailer and completely spun us around, and when we stopped, we were facing the opposite direction on the opposite side of the road. At the time of impact, we were going 50 miles per hour.”

He added: “However, at the time, we did not know that. I was completely out of it, of course, because I was asleep when it happened.”

Pauline, who once weighed 677lbs at her heaviest, faced a series of health complications after the accident.

Doctors discovered a blockage in her oesophagus that prevented her from keeping any food down and she was later diagnosed with Covid.

Pauline was then placed in an Intensive Care Unit and told by she was showing signs of respiratory failure before she moved into hospice care in November. She them moved into her sisters home where she passes away.

Pauline was 50 years old when she appeared on My 600lb Life in 2015 before she started an impressive weight loss journey and lost more than 500lbs and qualified for skin-removal surgery.

Before losing the weight , she said: “I am absolutely trapped in this body. I let myself get way out of control. I feel like I am dying every day.”

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If you’re looking for the ideal feminine fragrance to gift a loved one this festive season, without blowing the bank, this on-sale scent could be just the ticket

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Amazon shoppers are going wild for this Ghost Sweetheart Eau de Toilette, a firm favourite on vanities for its feminine and long-lasting aroma that seamlessly transitions from day to night.

Normally selling for an already affordable price of £44, this perfume is currently available for a whopping 65% less, thanks to this limited-time deal. This means Amazon shoppers can pick one up for the wallet-friendly price of £15.35 while this offer lasts.

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Ghost Sweetheart Eau de Toilette is touted as a gentle and romantic fragrance that encapsulates the spirit of fresh, youthful love. This amber floral scent marries femininity with sensuality, opening with sweet notes of lemon, pineapple and spearmint before unveiling a dreamy heart of white flowers.

The perfume settles into a warm, woody base that adds depth, making it ideal for both everyday wear and special occasions. Launched in 2008, Ghost Sweetheart Eau de Toilette remains a timeless favourite for those who adore light, elegant fragrances that leave a lasting impression on the skin.

The Ghost Sweetheart Eau de Toilette has earned an impressive 4.7-star rating on Amazon from nearly 5000 customers. One shopper gushed: “Great offers available and good value for money. Beautiful sweet scent, without being overpowering. It is long-lasting and light. It is versatile and is suitable for both day and evening wear. It comes in a slender attractive bottle design, and would make a perfect gift!”

Another buyer beams: “My wife loves this perfume, great price from Amazon. Smells lovely.”

Further praise comes from this customer who writes: “Absolutely beautiful fragrance sweet fruity and floral on me and I love how I can wear day or evening. I usually go for a heavy perfume for nights out but this is able to stand it for a light evening scent if needed. I got the 50ml bottle when it on offer 50% off so super value for money.”

And a fourth gushes: “Love this perfume and it’s my favourite. Many years ago when this first came out, I was asked what I was wearing by a manager whilst I was working in a staff canteen (even though I was in a hot kitchen using a business type of dishwasher). He said “it smelt beautiful and that he wanted to buy this scent for his girlfriend”. The smell is not overpowering, lingers nicely for a good amount of time and when I wear this I know I smell good.”

Some reviewers knocked off a star or two for different reasons, with one explaining: “I bought this perfume for my Mum’s birthday present as it was the same fragrance that she used when she was younger. It is a very dainty perfume with a strong, but not overwhelming scent; it smells very feminine and fresh and is great for layering. My Mum even said she received many compliments whilst wearing the perfume. The only downside is that it runs out very quickly as the bottle size is quite small.”

For those willing to splurge a bit more, consider the Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau de Parfum – 30ml, priced at £59 on Argos. This fragrance boasts top notes of tangerine, neroli and lavender, followed by heart notes of jasmine sambac and orange blossom, and base notes of white musks and vanilla extract.

Kamille, who has written for everyone from Dua Lipa to Little Mix, talks about working with Simon Cowell again in his new Netflix show and her excitement over ‘next One Direction’

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Former stockbroker-turned-Grammy and Brit Award-winning singer-songwriter Kamille is helping her old mentor Simon Cowell find the next big boyband, in brand-new six-part Netflix series Simon Cowell: The Net Act.

The warm, talented mum of two, who has penned hits for everyone from Little Mix to Ed Sheeran, opens up exclusively to the Mirror about their rollercoaster journey to finding the next big stars.

She reveals how she feels about her friend Simon’s many quirks, confesses to moments she thought they might throw in the towel, and why she believes the final line-up – December 10 – could truly be ‘the next One Direction’.

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Kamille, tell us about being involved in the new Netflix show…

I’m so honoured. It’s time for a resurgence of the boyband! I’ve worked with Simon for over a decade – from the X Factor to working with lots of his amazing artists, like Little Mix. I’ve written 32 songs for the girls and had two Number 1s! It was the perfect moment to work together again.

What was the audition process like?

We auditioned what felt like thousands of boys up and down the country to find this group! And sometimes we thought it just wasn’t going to happen. But it all worked out – the talent was incredible. I’m proud of Simon for not giving up, and proud of the boys. I think this group is going to be huge, they give me goosebumps when they perform. They could be the next One Direction.

And what was working alongside Simon again like?

He’s just an enigma! I’ve never known anyone like him. Obviously, he’s a mentor of mine with the best knowledge and advice. He’s so generous. But he’s such a troublesome person! I don’t know how I sat through all those auditions with a straight face, while he’s whispering stuff in your ear. He’s so funny.

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He’s pretty quirky.. we see him eating half a crumpet for lunch and the other half for dinner, and ordering 200 of the same top….

Oh and I’ve seen it all. I think his wife Lauren said it perfectly, when she said, ‘Simon is a creature of habit’. He has his ways! But the half-crumpet thing is very odd, I will say that. I’ve seen him eat lunch, he’s so healthy. I’d love to be half that healthy. His wardrobe is insane, 100 of the same thing. I think it’s to allow his brain to come up with all these incredible ideas and not get side-tracked, you know!

Did you get to know Lauren more doing this show?

I’ve known Lauren since the X Factor, so a long time. She’s the sweetest person, she’s a queen. But here I got to know her more l I think, seeing into her relationship with Simon. Even the little arguments they had, the family moments – at the core of it they’re just a normal family, trying to mult-task. Lauren’s a wife trying to be there for her husband, I totally identify with that.

We see Simon break down on camera over Liam Payne’s death. Did he speak to you about how that affected him?

Not so much, at the time he took a break from filming because it was so devastating and he needed time to process it. We were all there for each other but it was such a sad time, I think part of you’s still shaken by it. But you know what, Simon’s very strong – and he really didn’t want to let these boys down, I think he carried on for that reason.

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Some of the boys are as young as 15 – did you feel protective of them?

Oh, I already feel like the band’s big sister. I’ve been giving them advice, making sure they stay focused and don’t get caught up in the lights and the glamour, as has everyone. You’ve got to protect your mental health and I do remind them of that, and to always be kind. That’s sustained me in this business..I just want them to be happy and they are – they are buzzing. They’re like 7 puppies running about in a garden right now, they’re so cute.

As well as Little Mix you’ve worked with Dua Lipa, Raye, so many. it’s incredible…

I don’t know how I’ve managed to do it, to be honest. I have the worst imposter syndrome ever! That’s maybe what keeps me going. If I’m honest, it’s probably down to my ability to connect with people in the recording studio. I become people’s best friends, they share their little secrets with me.

Oh, give us an example of that….

There are so many, ha! An obvious one would be Shout Out To My Ex, with Little Mix. I mean, without even saying anything I knew that song had to be written because I was angry! Any friends that I have who are experiencing heartbreak – best believe, I’m gonna write them a revenge banger. You’re going to hear this song in Tesco and reflect on how you broke my girl’s heart. I’m a true empath, and very protective of people.

What have been some of your pinch-me moments?

One that will never leave me is probably going to number one with Clean Bandit, then the next week going to number one – knocking myself off the top spot – with Jess Glynne, I’ll Be There. For me – a young black girl from Streatham, that just feels unreal. I definitely want to leave behind a legacy for other young girls to be inspired by. If I can do that, job done. This never feels like work.

Simon Cowell: The Net Act is on Netflix now.