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Thomas Skinner, the Apprentice star, has broken his silence following a report that he would be “suing the BBC for rigging voting” as a result of his early departure from Strictly Come Dancing.

After being the first celebrity to leave the show this season, he told X, “I won’t be at the final of Strictly Come Dancing tonight,” confirming that to X. This is what I want to say first. I spoke with Amy Dowden, my lovely dance partner, to make sure she understood that I wouldn’t be there.

I would never let her down because she is now both a good person and friend. I was enthralled when I was offered the chance to perform Strictly back in April. Not because I can dance, but… I can’t. But because I wanted to test myself and discover something completely out of the ordinary.

He claimed he received an “anonymous email” “the night he received the boot from the show,” in which it claimed he had received more votes than it appeared, and that it wasn’t true. Since then, the email has been independently verified.

After meeting with USA Vice President, JD Vance, Tom continued, claiming that the email mentioned that the BBC was “very angry and nervous” because I met with JD Vance (USA Vice President). Let me be clear: I’m not a political jerk. Never have been. I’m patriotic and just love my country. The media has identified me as a political figure. If someone had seized a chance similar to what I did, they would have seized it. I still find it revolting for a man like me, who rents mattresses from a van and refers to a senior figure in world politics as a friend.

Tom then claimed that he had requested the official voting results but that the email had been sent with the statement that “couldn’t be shown to him,” adding that he had also asked for the official voting results. and have never been shown before in the show’s history.

Tom continued, “I have spoken about the email I had received to senior people and the BBC welfare team, who btw I genuinely respect,” insisting that he “genuinely respects” the BBC and that it was the broadcaster’s welfare team who advised him to seek legal advice. And because of how unfair everything was, they were the ones who advised me to seek legal counsel. (This was not my intention at all.)

A spokesperson for the BBC said that the public vote for Strictly Come Dancing is robust, independent, and thoroughly verified to ensure complete accuracy when pressed to comment on earlier reports that Tom was bringing legal action against the BBC.

Additionally, the corporation has disclosed to the Mirror that it hasn’t received any paperwork or legal complaints related to this issue.

Tom’s post has received a response from the BBC.

In a further bombshell statement, Tom mentioned Claudia Winkleman and Tess Daly, both of whom are leaving Strictly when the current series wraps up tonight.

After claiming to have received the “unknown email,” he suggested that their departure was ” coincidental.” I also want to take this seriously. A very senior BBC official has since resigned after receiving this information and having it verified. Although it didn’t have anything to do with me, it did feel strange. The main hosts also resigned the following week. Again, I don’t want to sound off about it. All of it is purely coincidental. I’m being truthful, I promise.

Tom replied, “I’m not kicking off for attention,” insisting that he wasn’t. I’m not arguing that I should have won either. We all are aware that I was terrible at dancing. Love or hate me, though, you do have to respect my enormous following. I can’t even walk into a Tesco without being stopped for selfies.

“I simply think in fairness and respect.” I wish each and every dancer a happy dance tonight. They deserve their moment because they have worked their socks off.

I have fish on my stall, and I love my family more than anything, according to the statement.

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We’ll let you in on Lily Collins’ secret if you’ve ever wondered how she maintains her flawless skin despite filming Emily on set in Paris for hours. It’s got £57 off.

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We’re back obsessed with Emily and Lily Collins, both French girl beauty, if you haven’t already binge-watched the new season of Emily in Paris. The secret to achieving Parisian-inspired beauty lies in your skin preparation, even though her red lip and poreless base are both her signature French makeup looks.

The best way to ensure that your products adhere flawlessly to your skin and maintain that French aesthetic are renowned for. Aurélie Payen, a makeup artist for Emily in Paris, has revealed that she applies Lancôme Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Serum to Lily’s skin before filming.

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Aurélie claimed in an interview with CNN that she uses the Lancôme serum, which contains Vitamin C, seven pre- and probiotic fractions, and hyaluronic acid. These combine to reduce fine lines and wrinkles while boosting radiance, improving skin texture, and improving skin clarity.

The typical cost for a 100ml of Lancôme Advanced Génifique Youth Activating Serum is £142. However, thanks to LookFantastic’s winter sale, customers can now save a whopping £56.80 on the price since it has been reduced to £85.20.

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The Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex Serum, which has been reduced by 25% on all three size bottles, can be found at LookFantastic as well. The L’Oréal Paris Revitalift Laser Renew Anti-Ageing Serum has been significantly reduced from £31.99 to £15.99 for a more affordable option.

However, Lancôme Youth Activating Serum has a quick-absorbing formula that soaks right into your skin, making it suitable for all skin types, including dry, oily, and combination, and is suitable for your next skincare regimen. It received a score of 4.7 out of 5, which is a high recommendation from more than 18, 000 reviewers.

One person referred to it as “amazing as always.” One person said, “Brilliant! I buy this every time! ” while another said, “Brilliant! This has been my absolute favorite product for a long time! My skin adores it,”

There isn’t anything special about this product, according to one reviewer who gave it a low rating. I’ll stick with my less expensive L’Oreal serum, but I won’t reorder.

One user continued, “I haven’t noticed any difference after using those for more than a month.” Therefore, it’s not great either, but it’s not bad either.

However, others have praised the Lancôme Youth Activating Serum, saying it leaves their skin feeling soft and smooth after using it for a while.

One reviewer claimed that this serum was “one of the best I’ve tried.” It really matters! My skin feels more hydrated and smooth. It is very good value for money because it goes on so well and a little goes a long way.

A royal expert tells the Mirror why Prince Harry might experience mixed emotions this Christmas and why the royal family has been sending mixed messages amid the royal feud.

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This Christmas will be the seventh year that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been missing from the royal family festivities as the family feud rumbles on. The younger royal brother, 41, was once a key figure in the Sandringham celebrations, including the traditional walk to the St Mary Magdalene Church service, but has been absent from the family occasion since 2018.

According to former BBC royal correspondent Jennie Bond, Harry likely has conflicted feelings about the holiday as he will be determined to make it special for his and Meghan’s young children, Prince Archie, 6, and Princess Lilibet, 4. “He’s on record as saying he misses elements of his UK life, including the banter, pub culture, friends, and family gatherings,” she said,

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She continued, “And he says he still has a deep love for Britain so the images of his family making that familiar walk to Sandringham Church might, indeed, pull at his heartstrings. But maybe not for long. When he’s enjoying Christmas in the warm Californian sunshine, with his wife, children and mother-in-law, the attraction of an often grey, damp Norfolk might fade a little.”

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are scheduled to visit Montecito over the holiday season with Meghan’s mother and Doria Ragland, the children’s grandmother, who reside just a short drive from their Los Angeles family home.

Former Suits actress Meghan, 44, was in full Christmas mode earlier this month with the release of her With Love Holiday Special on Netflix.

She gave her top holiday wrapping and cooking advice, as well as what she termed “small moments” that gave you the energy you crave for the holidays, like making handwritten notes for Archie and Lilibet’s homemade advent calendar.

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She added that she enjoys adding personal touches to her Christmas tree, saying, “There’s just something about it that in one area of your house you can really encapsulate your family story, really feel the passage of time and the different chapters of your life through the ornaments.”

Her sentiment about the importance of family served as another reminder about just how fractured Harry’s relationship is with his own UK relatives, in particular Prince William, who is expected to spend this Christmas day with Kate and their children with his father at Sandringham.

“I imagine that for King Charles there will always be a sadness that both his boys and their children aren’t with him at this special time of year. His two daughters in law often speak about love, kindness and the importance of family – and yet William and Harry remain as far apart as ever.”

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“But I don’t think Harry would be willing to omit the formalities of a royal Christmas from the relaxed, chilled-out California celebration. So there might be some nostalgia, but I believe Harry will enjoy spending time with his children in an American family day.

Thomas Markle Sr, Meghan’s father, is recovering from an emergency limb amputation in a hospital in the Philippines.

We meet courageous seven-year-old Katie-Rae and her parents, Neil and Nicola, as our Mirror Christmas appeal for Lifelites continues. Katie has had three open heart surgeries, and she is now blind.

Parents Neil and Nicola’s reaction was to hear Katie-Rae Edmunds, age 7, laugh once more. The brave youngster, who has had three open heart surgeries, almost died, lost, and has since lost her sight, but has not let anything prevent her. She’s amazing, her mother, Nicola Pebody, 36, said in a statement to the Mirror that she had overcome setbacks and is now losing sight of herself. We make the most of each new day because we are so fortunate to have her.

The Mirror’s Christmas appeal, which features Nicola and her partner Neil Edmunds, 44, from Northamptonshire, raises money for Lifelites, a charity that provides life-changing technology to children’s hospice and palliative care services.

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They have seen the excitement that the technology has given their daughter as she was introduced to both Soundbeam, a program that uses sensor technology to convert movement into sound, and Magic Carpet, which allows children to interact and control their surroundings at Rainbows Hospice in Loughborough.

Nicola said: “When she used the Lifelites tech it was amazing to hear the chuckle that we hadn’t heard for so long.” Two weeks ago we launched our Mirror Christmas appeal to ‘Unwrap the Magic of Christmas’ for thousands of children and young people like Katie-Rae. The campaign aims to raise vital funds for them to experience the wonder of life-changing technology.

15, 000 children are currently receiving Lifelites with life-limiting illnesses. Through the use of assistive and sensory technology, the charity gives seriously ill and disabled children the opportunity to play, create, and communicate. This includes the PODS sensory tent and iClick Switches, which allow children with life-limiting conditions to use technology and other household items like computers and computers.

However, 85, 000 children remain without access to Lifelites. Mirror readers can help thousands more receive this groundbreaking technology by making the most of the precious time they have with their families by donating to our appeal.

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Katie-Rae was a rare case of hypoplastic left heart syndrome. She had open heart surgery at the age of three days old, and her chances of survival were only 30%. Her mother, Nicola, stated that she had her second open heart operation at the age of four months old, and that she had another at three when she had a silent stroke-related bleed on her brain.

To drain the fluid and remove the damaged cells, she underwent urgent surgery. Due to blood clots on her brain and a second bleed, Katie-Rae was then taken to Leicester Royal Infirmary’s paediatric Intensive Care Unit. We were told the worst, according to Nicola, that there was no return at this time. We were given a Do Not Resuscitate sign-up form, and that is when Rainbows Hospice began to offer us end of life care. The day before her fourth birthday, she was.

Her skull was completely swollen, as she said, “because she had a brain full.” After being removed from life support, we were informed that if she could breathe on her own, her heart might not be able to support her. Everyone was surprised when she actually breathed on her own, then. We left the neighborhood unaware of what was about to happen. No one could believe it until she abruptly made a complete U-turn. She gradually began speaking again and making facial expressions, making her a walking miracle.

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She has lost most of her speech, which has since come back, and she has a weakness on her left that makes it difficult for her to walk alone. She also has a helmet because she underwent a craniotomy, had a skull removed, and had a shunt installed. She has a shunt from her brain into her stomach to conduct the drainage because the fluid from her brain doesn’t drain itself.

She’s cheeky and determined, according to Neil, a driver for the HGV. And Nicola asserts that she is still here today due to her stubbornness and ferocity. She keeps her head and heart at bay, and she is aware that she doesn’t have eyesight because of it.

She will be permanently blind, which was a shock when we learned this year. She has since learned to walk with a cane and Braille, but she has also adapted. Stephen, our son, is now 11 years old, who has struggled with what has happened to Katie-Rae because he can no longer play like he used to, but Rainbows has really helped him.

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Rainbows continue to provide for Katie-Rae and her family as she seeks out respite stays, which she enjoys. Katie-Rae enjoys Rainbows’ Lifelites tech, particularly the Soundbeam, according to Neil. She laughed as we went there, and the entire room reacted. Her joy was contagious.

A portion of her, according to Nicola, returned and that really helped us. “It brought out a side of her that we hadn’t seen for a while.” We all had to let go of what was happening in that particular moment, which was one of those that allowed us to enjoy it. She is doing so well in class and is speaking so fluently. Amazing, we were informed that she would have no speech or motor skills because of the extent of her brain damage. She’s fortunate because it could have been much worse to emerge from this with no vision and limited mobility.

However, Neil and Nicola are aware of Katie-Rae’s life-limiting condition and uncertain prospects. She said, “Her heart will start failing when she starts to feel weak, and that’s it.” We are aware that there are no longer any options for additional surgery, which is difficult. We have to live each day, which is a blessing, despite not knowing what the future holds.

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The Lifelites equipment we have at Rainbows is wonderful for young people like Katie-Rae, according to Maxine Court, Assistant Play Specialist. They can communicate, play with their families, create music, and unwind in calming settings. They face many difficulties, but Lifelites Tech enables them to become more independent and connect with others.

Rob Lightfoot, CEO of Lifelites said: “There are few sounds in the world more powerful than a child’s laugh. For Lifelites to bring joy and laughter back to Katie-Rae’s life through the power of technology is incredible. Living with such uncertainty, those ordinary, beautiful moments are precious. This Christmas I urge Mirror readers to open their hearts and help Lifelites to give thousands of more families these cherished moments.”

Unwrap Christmas’s magic and revel in it

Donate today and unwrap the Magic of Christmas for seriously ill children. Donations from Mirror readers will be used to provide seriously ill children access to life-changing technology that will enable them to play, communicate and have fun in ways that would otherwise be impossible.

• Online donation is HERE.
• Text MIRROR to 70085 to give £10. Text MIRRORNOINFO to make a donation without getting any further information. You’ll choose to receive more Lifelites communications in addition to the donation amount plus one standard network rate message.
• Send checks made payable to Lifelites, 60 Great Queen Street, London WC2B 5AZ

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As the star was instructed to “prepare for the worst,” actress Lorna Luxe revealed that her husband John had been taken back to the hospital after he had suffered organ failure.

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Lorna Luxe reveals that doctors instructed her to “prepare for the worst” as her husband was taken to the hospital’s intensive care unit.

In preparation for her husband John’s cancer treatment, the 43-year-old influencer shared the sad health news with followers on Instagram. After being diagnosed with stage three of the disease in April 2023, John, 64, has stage four adrenal cancer.

In 2024, John recovered, but in May of the same year, Lorna discovered that his cancer had returned to his adrenal glands and had also spread to his brains.

Lorna revealed John had undergone brain tumor removal surgery last month. The fashion and lifestyle influencer has now revealed that her husband, who was receiving chemotherapy for a complication, was taken to the hospital earlier this week.

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On her Instagram story, she wrote, “J’s back in hospital… He had organ failure, and two days ago the intensive care team were preparing me for the worse.

She wrote before adding, “But John isn’t the typical patient, and he’s somehow defied the odds, showing improvement every step of the way. I want to respect his privacy but also be open about how things are going, so it’s challenging to strike the right balance. He has been criticizing me for not posting, even asking why I’ve never shared anything, so this is both for him and for you.

A video of the pair kissing on a balcony in the sun was shared by her Instagram grid. We haven’t come this far, just come this far, wrote Lorna in the video’s title.

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Lorna then added in the caption: “My man is back in hospital… and while we’re both putting a brave face on it, this past few days haven’t been easy. A complication with his chemo left him with organ failure and two days ago the intensive care team were preparing me for the worse. But John isn’t the average patient and he’s somehow defied the odds, showing improvement every step of the way.

“It’s a struggle to strike the right balance,” he said. “I want to respect his privacy but also be open about how things are going.” He has been criticizing me for not posting, even asking why I didn’t share an update, so this is both his and your cause.

We’re both so appreciative of the genuine kindness and giggles you’ve shown us. Without you and the community we’ve all built, I don’t think I would have been able to get through this year. I’m so grateful to you.

Lorna was flooded with messages of support in the comments section from celebrity friends, including Shaughna Phillips who wrote: “You’ve had it b****y hard this year, but your vulnerability at such a scary time in your life, is so brave and powerful. Sending lots of love and healing power to both of you”.

Oh Lorna, Caroline Hirons said. expressing my full love. Kate Lawler continued, “Gosh John is a fighter.” I’m sending you both a huge hug and all my love, we are all in your corner, John, and I’m so happy for you.

Alan Carr, the winner of The Celebrity Traitors, acknowledged that his mother’s safari on a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounter was a “addiction” that prevented him from getting the chance to see an “addiction.”

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TV star Alan Carr has revealed that his “addiction” cost him the chance of experiencing a once-in-a-lifetime experience during a safari.

While other showbiz stars are forever in and out of rehab due to booze or drugs, the Celebrity Traitors star has admitted to a slightly more benign addiction.

Speaking to Loose Women’s Olivia Attwood on her Olivia’s House podcast, he confessed that he became so obsessed with popular mobile game Candy Crush that he missed out on an incredible wildlife experience.

He declared, “I’m an addict. Candy Crush is my addiction. I went on a safari with my mother because she wasn’t feeling well and missed one of the big five. Because I was playing Candy Crush, I was unable to see a white rhino.

He acknowledged that he was sitting behind his mother in a jeep pretending to marvel at it while glancing down at his phone when his mother was attempting to point out the extraordinary creature.

Although it may seem funny, becoming obsessed with a mobile game can lead to problems, according to Alan, “I was addicted to Candy Crush, so it’s no laughing matter.” Candy Crush has left me without any friends.

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Comedian Lee Peart, who was also on the show as a guest, made the humorous suggestion that Alan didn’t feel particularly “on-brand,” and playfully suggested that the winner of Celebrity Traitors might prefer the classic Nokia phone game Snake.

Alan blasted it as “the c***piest game ever” and claimed he might be playing a game that had reached its height of popularity around the turn of the millennium.

Talk turned to Alan’s “betrayal” of Paloma Faith, a pal from the show. He recalled that “Me and Paloma didn’t have a fallout,” but she was acting foolishly and that I would. We’re both right somewhere in the middle.

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He continued, “Before we were showbiz friends, we’ve been on the phone all the time, but now we’ve gotten married.” I felt so bad as a person when I broke down at the conclusion.

I was so happy when I murdered her and brought her the lily downstairs. I went to her and said, “Oh, it hasn’t worked. ” We are shoving her in a f***ing coffin half an hour later.

Paloma had reportedly taken her “murder” quite badly: “She threw a wobbly afterwards about being the first to go,” a show insider told the Mirror.

When they leave, some players simply shrug it off, but Paloma was furious when she learned who had betrayed her. She couldn’t determine what had actually happened, and when she learned more about it, she only felt worse.

It’s fair to say that Pam was unhappy with going home first because she is loud and wears her heart on her sleeve.

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Alan said he “really got into lying” while being a fairly honest person during his time on the show. He explained that he was thrilled to be invited to participate in the murder-murder mystery, which he adored: “I love Jessica Fletcher, Poirot, Agatha Christie, and I love murder murder mysteries.

I was living in a castle with celebrities who were being killed one by one, fulfilling my 13- or 14-year-old dreams, for me.

“I’ll never be in a zeitgeist or such iconic film again.” People would say “Alan, Alan, what’s it like” if I were to walk down the street and act like that. I’ll never have a career that large.