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Lucy Mecklenburgh has spoken about her relationship with Ryan Thomas, including revealing their sleeping arrangements at home and an update on them planning their wedding

Former TOWIE star Lucy Mecklenburgh has revealed that she is sleeping in a separate bed to fiancé Ryan Thomas, branding him a “nightmare”. She has also spoken out about the real reason her wedding planning has stalled and admitted the situation had been “quite hard”.

Lucy, 33, and former Coronation Street cast member Ryan, 41, who have been in a relationship since 2017, now live in Manchester with their two children. The couple, who got engaged two years after they began dating, gave an insight into their relationship whilst on a podcast together recently.

Ryan’s fiancée was a guest on the latest episode of the At Homes with the Thomas Bro’s podcast, which was released earlier today. Lucy spoke to Ryan and his twin brothers Scott Thomas and Adam Thomas, both 37, who co-host it.

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Asked about their sleeping arrangements at one point, Lucy said on the podcast: “Basically we sleep in separate bedrooms because Ryan is a nightmare sleeper.” She went on to say that her fiancé snores and talks in his sleep.

Scott teased: “He always wants a cuddle.” Lucy responded: “I mean, that is annoying.” Sharing her reasons for sleeping separatedly from her partner, she then shared: “Basically, Ryan snores, he sleep talks, he whacks me in his sleep.”

She added: “Just to get a good night sleep and that’s just become normal now.” Lucy later shared that she isn’t always alone though, with her saying that she sometimes has the couple’s five-year-old son in the bed with her.

Earlier on the podcast, Lucy said that she considers the couple’s sleeping arrangements to be “normal”. Speaking about sleeping separately from her partner, she said: “I’ve spoken to other people and it’s pretty normal in their house [too].”

Later sharing his thoughts though, her brother-in-law Adam, who’s been married to his wife Caroline Thomas for eight years, said: “I couldn’t imagine not sleeping in the same bed as Caz. Like, I go to bed holding her hand sometimes.”

Elsewhere on the podcast, Lucy was also asked about her wedding plans after getting engaged to Ryan in 2019 whilst on holiday in Italy together. She that they “do talk about” getting married but that plans got “pushed aside” once she realised that she was pregnant with their eldest child.

Lucy said: “Now we’ve got kids, it’s valuing that money for other things more than a day. […] I would love it but then, I don’t know, I find it quite hard.” Reflecting on their relationship, she said: “Well fell pregnant the night we got engaged.”

The reality TV star continued on the podcast: “I was planning the wedding from then.” Lucy recalled looking at venues and dresses for the special occasion shortly after getting engaged to Ryan six years ago.

She however said that it only last 10 days as she then halted her planning once she discovered she was pregnant. She shared that she had suspected she was pregnant on flight home from Italy, where they got engaged, after feeling nauseous.

She said: “That was it. So then my dream … planning my wedding lasted 10 days and then I knew that once I had a child it wouldn’t mean as much as I was really upset about it. I kind of just knew that everything would revolve around the kids after that and that’s kind of what happened.”

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The movie has recently joined Netflix’s large library and a well-known and film critic has ‘begged’ viewers to add it to their watch list, praising it as as “incredible” true story

Netflix is renowned for its vast library of films and TV series spanning a multitude of genres. From comedies to dramas, westerns to documentaries, and even more niche categories like foreign films and music, there’s something for everyone on the popular streaming platform.

The anticipation of new releases often has fans buzzing, offering them fresh content they may not have discovered otherwise. Netflix boasts plenty of original shows and films for viewers to dive into, as well as classic blockbusters. Luke Eccleston has earned a solid reputation for his candid TV and film reviews, with a particular focus on Netflix.

In his most recent TikTok video, he recommends an incredibly moving film that has just been added to the streaming giant’s catalogue.

Eccleston stated: “Forget about everything else on Netflix because this is the next film you need to watch.

“It’s a film everyone’s gonna be talking about. It’s a film that you definitely need to see as it is one of the most heartwrenching, gut punching, incredible stories you will ever see because it’s actually true.”

The TV fan then shared that the film is titled The Iron Claw. It premiered in the UK in February last year and follows the journey of the Von Erich brothers as they carve out their legacy in the fiercely competitive world of professional wrestling during the early 1980s.

Eccleston mentioned that when he watched The Iron Claw at the cinema he found it “genuinely unbelievable.”

Providing further information about the film, which holds an 89% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, he added: “It shows the competitiveness of wrestling and that whole entire world and how much it means to this family.

“Now, even if you’re not a fan of wrestling or sports at all, like me, this is a story everyone should hear.”

The TV and movie critic described it as “one of the best” true stories he has ever seen.

Eccleston went on: “So make sure you get this film on your watch list. I actually beg you to check this one out.”

His TikTok clip has racked up 26y,600 views, 3,000 likes and more than 100 comments to date.

One viewer, who has seen The Iron Claw, enthused: “That film is insane. I cannot believe it’s true, it’s amazing.”

Another commented: “Watched it on prime cried my eyes out.” A third chimed in:”Nope not going through that again, it made me sob!!!”

Someone else who had seen the film was deeply touched, saying: “It’s been on HBO part of their A24 collection btw! For anyone who has HBO. This movie broke me down and had me tearing on a plane. That ending.”

Sean Durkin, a Canadian-American film director and screenwriter, directed The Iron Claw.

Love Is Blind: UK host Emma Willis exposed her ‘real’ accent, after sharing why she’s decided to tone it down over the years

Birmingham-born Emma Willis has shared why she has chosen to soften her hometown accent. During a podcast appearance with her husband Matt Willis, the couple discussed her apparent dual accents – one that viewers hear on television, and a more relaxed version she uses at home.

The 48-year-old confessed to purposefully moderating her tone while presenting, after previously disliking the way she sounded.

Appearing as guests on Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo’s Nearly Parents podcast, the conversation kicked off with Sophie claiming that Jamie’s accent has transformed through the years.

Claiming she understood this all too well, Emma explained: “I think when you can hear yourself, you take your pitch down a bit, not [just] you, generally, I do that.

“I start going, ‘I must not be quite so Birmingham’. I bring it [down] a little bit lower, yeah.”

Matt, who shot to stardom with Busted, chimed in to savagely compare his wife’s natural tone to Beaker, the muppet character.

Following his impression of the puppet’s distinctive high-pitched ‘Mee-mee-mee-mee’ noise, he added: “She’s a bit Beaker sometimes.”

When questioned about her current hometown accent, she joked that she no longer knew what it was.

“I don’t know, I’ve tried to bash it out myself,” she responded, chuckling. “No I haven’t.”

She then playfully shrieked in a more casual manner: “Matt!”, before enquiring: “Are you ears okay?”.

“That’s it, welcome to my world, that’s my life,” he quipped back. Showing off her off-duty accent, she continued: “It’s a bit like, ‘You alright, how you doing, you okay?’ Sing song in Birmingham.”

“Sing song in Birmingham?”, Matt queried, to which she responded: “Yeah, well, we [her family] are a bit sing song-y aren’t we?”.

Emma and Matt are back on screens today for the new series of Love is Blind: UK.

A testament to their own love story, the pair have been married since 2008 and share three children.

Reflecting on their journey through the highs and lows over the years, Matt shared of them sticking together: “The thing is, you balls it up on the way [with love]. It’s… are you ready to go through the hard times? To go through it, I think,” he shared.

“Because it’s not easy being with someone for many, many years, but at the end of the day, do you love that person? And do you like them? And do you want to be with them forever?”.

Emma chimed in during a chat with Yahoo UK: “Are you willing to stick through the s***? And so far, we have.”

Boden’s Cropped Double Cloth Trousers have been reduced by 50% in the brand’s summer sale and are available in a range of colours and prints – but some shoppers have been left disappointed

Boden shoppers have been rushing to grab a half-price pair of trousers that have been slashed from £69 to just under £35. The Cropped Double Cloth Trousers feature a summery blue and white striped design and are crafted from a breathable 100% cotton fabric that’s perfect for warm weather.

The trousers hit just above the ankle in a flattering length that’s effortless to style with sandals, ballet flats, or trainers. Boasting relaxed loose-fit legs and a comfortable shirred elasticated waist, they’re as practical as they are stylish.

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The trousers are offered in UK sizes 6-22 and also arrive in a classic white, pink, and blue amongst other shades. Boden customers have been singing the praises of the Cropped Double Cloth Trousers online.

One purchaser said: “I have these trousers in three different colours. The elasticated waist is on the tight side but I don’t find them uncomfortable and I love the look and feel of them. They look smart and don’t crease. I would recommend.”

Another person commented: “Perfect length just above my ankle. The waistband is soft and broad, elasticated for joyous comfort. The colour is a beautiful navy with a brightness that gives a definite blue. Crinkle fabric finish is so summery.”

Alternative trousers with an elasticated waist available to purchase now include New Look’s Black Wide Leg Trousers that arrive in an on-trend satin fabric that will transition well into autumn. They’ve been reduced from £33 to £15.

Another choice is Next’s Wide Leg Jacquard Trousers which are on offer in an autumnal berry red shade or a versatile olive green for £38. They’re available in three different lengths; short, regular and long, reports Yorkshire Live.

Whilst numerous reviewers adore the Boden Cropped Double Cloth Trousers, one noted: “I am about 5 foot 6 and these were full length on me! I bought some last year and they were cropped. Disappointing.”

Others were quite pleased with the fit, with one commenting: “Lovely fit, works for smart and casual. Light and airy. Great waistband that is comfy and doesn’t twist.”

Another penned: “These pants are a dream. Fit so well, smooth out mid section, breezy, comfortable! Wear them all the time – dress up or down. Good most seasons.”

Jamie Laing has left his former Made In Chelsea friends ‘furious’ after allegedly causing them to be dropped from an upcoming Disney+ series, sparking outrage

Jamie Laing is said to have “snaked” his former Made In Chelsea pals, leaving them enraged. The reality star turned podcast host and his wife Sophie Habboo are to star in an upcoming Disney+ series, which will document their “no holds barred” journey to parenthood.

The couple, who are expecting their first child, will see Sophie’s pregnancy and their day-to-day life filmed in a fly-on-the-wall series, as they attempt to move into their new family home. But it’s claimed that the move has left their former pals in a state of rage.

Sources have claimed that an argument has kicked off behind the scenes after a string of former stars from the E4 reality show believed they were all taking part in the series, which now focuses on Jamie and Sophie.

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Reports claim that Jamie and Sophie have been “snaking” their pals and have been accused of “hijacking” the lavish deal with the streaming giant, which also airs The Kardashians. It’s said that Louise Thompson and her partner Ryan Libby, Millie Mackintosh and her husband Hugo Taylor, had also been in on the deal – and had already started filming.

Now, it’s claimed that they have been scrapped from the line-up altogether. “They had all been signed to the top secret Disney project, and then Jamie snaked them, is what we’re being told,” a source said. They went on to tell The Sun that all four had signed up and started as Disney had been wanting to build it’s reality TV roster.

“But then Jamie and Habs got pregnant. Disney agreed the focus should be on them alone because their podcast is going great guns, they’ve been given a Radio 1 show, and Jamie’s ultra-marathon efforts endeared him to the nation,” they added. The source went on to say that Louise, Ryan, Millie and Hugo had been left “high and dry”.

The source continued to claim that the four had turned down the chance to appear on the Made In Chelsea spin-off, Beyond Chelsea, so had “lost money.” “They’re absolutely livid and feel they’ve been snaked. There is huge animosity and it is all incredibly awkward – not least because Chelsea isn’t a huge place so they are bound to bump into one another in bars and shops, it’s pretty explosive,” they said.

The claims of another feud come after Jamie addressed his ongoing tension with his once best pal, Spencer Matthews. The pair had once been incredibly close, but in recent years, they have drifted apart, and the reason remains unclear, as dozens of claims have been speculated about.

Spencer was left off the invite list for Jamie and Sophie’s first wedding in the UK two years ago. But it was later claimed that Spencer had acted badly during their second ceremony in Spain. Speaking to You Magazine, Jamie called his fellow TV star “hard to get along with” as he candidly opened up on their friendship. “Look, what can I say? I love Spencer, I really love him so much, and I don’t think he’d mind me saying this… um… look, Spencer’s a hard person to be friends with,” he said.

“We were thick as thieves for a long time, but I think what happens is family and life. From my side, I have no jealousy towards him whatsoever. I only love and adore him more than anything in the entire world. I still consider him one of my closest friends, and I’m godfather to his daughter. But, yeah… I mean… You would have to ask him.”

A representative for Jamie declined to comment. The Mirror has approached a spokesperson for Sophie, Millie and Louise, as well as Disney+ for comment.

Nadiya Bychkova has broken her silence after falling on her back in a horror fall during Strictly Come Dancing rehearsals. The Strictly professional was rushed to hospital yesterday during rehearsals, The Mirror exclusively revealed.

The star was training in north London on Tuesday lunchtime when she was left in agony after injuring herself, with an ambulance being called. An insider told us: “It looked pretty nasty and no-one was taking any chances. The Strictly crew rushed into action and she was stretchered out,” with a source close to Strictly adding that rehearsals continued.

“As a precaution, following a fall during rehearsals, Nadiya was taken to hospital for checks and is receiving full support from medical and welfare teams. Rehearsals continue and the Strictly team are in close contact with Nadiya,” the source said. It comes after a Strictly Come Dancing star pulled out of the show as he made a career announcement.

Nadiya has now broken her silence following the horror fall and explained how “scary” it had all been. Fans had been worried about whether she could continue in the competition, which kicks off in a matter of weeks.

She wrote on social media: “Well… where do I start? What a 24 hours! Thank you so much for all the messages, love and support. I just wanted you to know that I am ok. I had a fall in training yesterday and landed on my back.

“I was really worried for a while and I was so thankful to the Strictly family and medical team who really looked after me. The staff at the hospital were so kind and caring. I’m smiling in the picture but it was really scary and there were a few tears as I had to lie still for hours but I was given the all-clear after an x-ray and allowed to go home.”

Giving an update, she added: “I’ve got some physio today but I will be back on that dance floor soon and I’ll be ready to shine and sparkle in the new series of the biggest show on TV. I can’t wait for you to see it. Keep dancing!”

Nadiya horrified Strictly fans when they learned of her fall – but it looks like she will be ok and will be able to dance this series.

A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said: “We were called at 12:37pm on Tuesday 12 August to reports of an incident at Regent’s Park Road, NW1. We sent an ambulance crew to the scene and treated one person before taking them to hospital”.

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