Archive May 31, 2025

JESSICA BOULTON: From Gazza to Beckham – 6 jaw-dropping showbiz moments we must discuss this week

Who would have imagined that a dashcam video could be so troublesome? For the drama of the showbiz week got off to a racing start on Monday, thanks to Brooklyn Beckham, his wife Nicola Peltz and their ongoing feud with his ma and pa, Posh and Becks.

By the start of this week, anyone could talk about a loved-up motorbike ride through LA on a very ‘pointless’ video that the nepobabies posted online.

Many people understood the video’s loved-up soundtrack as a clear message from Brooklyn, a chef, photographer, filmmaker, influencer, and nepobrat to his long-suffering parents, Victoria and David Beckham. That message was clear: Thanks for the lavish lifestyle, probable £125million inheritance and hooking me up for jobs with all your high-profile friends…. but I’m Team Peltz.

Brooklyn Beckham says she’ll “always choose” Nicola Peltz in the caption of this uninspired Instagram video (instagram.com/brooklynpeltzbeckham).
The controversial motorbike video showed them riding through LA to a soppy soundtrack - and even soppier captions on their associated Instagram post
They were riding through LA on a soppy soundtrack in the controversial motorcycle video (@brooklynpeltzbeckham/Instagram) and even had more heartfelt captions on their related Instagram post.

Brooklyn then went and ramped things up a gear by adding a super-soppy caption addressed to his wife, in which he cooed – **WARNING: SICK BAG REQUIRED** – “I always choose you, baby”.

On one side of the alleged feud between Posh and Becks V Peltz, insiders claimed it was a covert admission to love, while others claimed Brooklyn just happened to share it with his 16.3 million followers on a day when his family fallout just happened to be in the news. Ahem. Brooklyn’s dad might be Goldenballs, but Brooklyn has some serious steel balls.

Just Potty Tuesday

Talking of child stars…. Although not yet household names, Dominic McLaughlin, Arabella Stanton, and Alastair Stout… But they will be soon. Because these three lucky, lucky British kids have just won the Hollywood lottery. Yes, they were chosen from a confidential casting call of 30, 000 children to play Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, and Harry Potter.

L-R: Arabella Stanton (the new Hermione), Dominic McLaughlin (Harry), and Alastair Stout (Ron)
L-R: Alastair Stout (Ron), Dominic McLaughlin (Harry), and Arabella Stanton (the new Hermione).

That’s right: one day, these three were going to school and doing the odd bit of acting at a weekend drama club and then – poof! The three 9-11-year-olds had already landed new roles in the upcoming big-budget HBO TV series and were on the Hogwarts Express, leading them on a path to fame, wealth, and A-List perks, just like magic.

Naturally, I thought about…. “Oh my gosh, am I seriously jealous of a bunch of nine-to-11-year-olds”? (Yes, I am) What does this actually mean for Daniel Radcliffe, Emma Watson, and the rest of us, in particular? They’ve been the faces of those iconic characters for 25 years and feature on untold billions of bits of merchandising. How will it affect them if a whole new generation of fans talks about Radcliffe and doesn’t even mind?

When the last Potter film debuted in 2011, their replacements weren’t even born. And when the spin-off Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them hit screens in 2016, they were only toddlers at best. That is more mind-bending than a pint of polyjuice.

All of that leads me to two disturbing realizations:

Sorting Hat at Hogwarts
Sorting Hat at Hogwarts

LGBTQEIEI…O Wednesday

Without getting right into the Trans rights row, you can’t mention J.K. Rowling. However, Jeremy Clarkson, the pro-trans rights movement, found an unlikely ally this week.

For in the latest episode of Clarkson’s Farm, farmer Kaleb Cooper was seen explaining some interesting news to the former Top Gear host: Endgame, his prize bull, was gay and one of the piglets was possibly trans. The piglet was playing in mud, but Kaleb’s knowledge of this is about as clear as mud. However, how lovely that someone is so, um, “Clark-like,” given that Clarkson has such a welcoming farmland.

I mean, who would have thought? What’s all under one roof, including a gay bull, some transgender people, and a morbidly obese donkey?

Oh no, I’m making a mistake. Diddly Squat is home to a giant ass.

He doesn’t reside in the barn, though.

Thursday Loose Lips

Nadia Sawalha might have been a bit rash when she decided to livestream on Thursday. Because if there is one thing you should probably avoid doing when your show is about to end,… is to put gasoline on the fire (and blow yourself up in the process)).

But Loose Women star Nadia bravely/stupidly wasn’t pulling any punches when she let rip about the savage ITV daytime cuts in a new social media video she posted this week. The former Mirror columnist began by tearfully criticizing the “hundreds” of brutal “redundancies” as she spoke with producer husband Mark Adderley.

She said, “I can’t tell you how upsetting it was to see people walking around numb with fear and shock,” “I can’t tell you how upsetting it was.” It’s brutal. “

Don’t get me wrong, Nadia’s speaking out is admirable. One may wonder if it was the wisest thing to do when Loose Women is about to turn into a bigger bloodbath than your typical soap wedding.

And yet, Nadia continued. And amazingly, she even made the decision to check her employment terms and save HR the trouble of digging out her contract. She told her fans, “We are all freelancers.” I could be let go tomorrow, in five years, you don’t know because we’re not employees. “

Nadia Sawalha's lifestream with hubby Mark Adderley.
Nadia Sawalha and Mark Adderley are living together. Inset, what she ought to be wearing given her loose-fitting appearance.

I don’t know what you’re thinking Nadia, but with the way you’re going, I figured I best send you this snazzy t-shirt (inset, above). You now have a front-facing target. to match the one you’ve just donned.

Gazza gets booked Friday

Someone is in top form, right? Yes, Gazza is returning after beginning a new exercise regimen and looking better than ever. The footie ace, 58, has a newfound enthusiasm for cycling, fishing, tennis, and – surprise, surprise – penning books.

Paul Gascoigne pictured ahead of the release of his new autobiography
(Rowan Griffiths / Daily Mirror) Gazza claims to be the happiest he’s been in a while.
Paul Gascoigne pictured ahead of the release of his new autobiography
…and now he’s getting ready to release the real him in what will be a powerful new tellall (Rowan Griffiths / Daily Mirror) for October shelves.

For the star has just announced he’s going to be doing his first tell-all autobiography in 20 years, as he finally feels ready to show people the” real “him. Fans will enjoy the good news. However, Mamma Gazza, the former Lion, is a little frightened of being read by her. There’s laughs, tears, madness – and probably a few things I’ll regret saying once me mam reads it, “he admitted.

Nevermind, Mrs. Gascoigne, I’m confident that whatever Paul has to say, it won’t be the most embarrassing experience he’s ever had. That ship sailed 35 years ago, not a coincidence. Not with his famous tears on the pitch at Italia 90. But with his pitch on that 1990 single, with our infamous tears over it. He “sings,” is entirely my, entirely my. So my question is: if that was true, why didn’t he just do us all a favour and keep it to himself?

Picture of the Week

Rob Lowe, 61, and son Johnny, 29
*Def. ]noun] A snap that makes you stop in your tracks on social media. Usually comes with a six pack, but only the abs variety. Rob Lowe, 61, and Johnny Lowe, 29, demonstrate superbly above. (rob lowe / instagram)

As far as family customs go, …. It’s not my thing. For Rob Lowe is no stranger to an Instagram ‘ thirst trap’* and it seems he’s now got his lookalike son Johnny, 29, involved. This photo of the pair showing off their abs in a post-workout snap this week was shared by the pair, who both star in Netflix’s comedy Unstable. And I must admit that I’m 61 despite… Rob’s still looking hotter than St Elmo’s Fire.

The image’s caption reads, “Self-indulgent shirtless gym photos, a lowe family tradition. “It seems not everyone is a fan of the tradition, though. Rob’s other son Matthew, 32, made a very cheeky quip, saying:” Why does it look like you photoshopped your head on]Johnny] “? That’s awful. That’s what I’d assume you called a Lowe blow, I suppose?

Jess a little one

Wow, look at that cheerful face! And those dog eyes, too! He’s such a good, good boy, isn’t he?… And yes, the dog is adorable as well. Sorry, I couldn’t resist.

 Dr Janey Lowes of WCare with pup and Ben Fogle
Dr Janey Lowes of WCare with pup and Ben Fogle

After becoming a new WECare patron, the lovely Ben Fogle is proving to be a consistently good guy. Dr. Janey Lowes, a former Daily Mirror Animal Heroes winner, has assisted 25, 000 Sri Lankan street dogs through programs for neutering and vaccinations as well as injuries. Presumably Ben’s role as patron includes many official duties, but if cuddling the patients is one of them… these pups are some lucky sons of a you-know-wotsits.

Have you ever laughed, wonced, or cried during a showbiz event? Tell me in the comments or via @JessicaBoulton on X/Instagram if you want to.

Florence Pugh and Yungblud leave onlookers baffled as they pour pints at pub

Florence Pugh, a famous Hollywood actress, and Yungblud spent Friday night pouring pints of Guinness in a well-known London bar.

Florence and Yungblud showcased their skills pouring pints(Image: PA)

Marvel star Florence Pugh delighted London pub-goers with an unexpected shift behind the bar at The Devonshire in Piccadilly on Friday. The 29-year-old actress was spotted pouring pints and mingling with customers as part of a surprise appearance tied to the release of Yungblud’s new music video for his single Zombie.

Pugh, who was dressed down and having fun, was cheered up after successfully pouring a pint of Guinness and yelling, “Whose is this?” Although her next attempt didn’t go as smoothly, she laughed and admitted to being sorry after serving up a frothy glass.

She jokes that her first attempt, while being coached by bar staff, was “a little lumpy” in another clip.

The song from Yungblud’s upcoming album Idols, which is due out June 20th, is the raw, emotional track that she made. In a symbolic depiction of inner collapse, Pugh appears in the video as a grieving, emotionally exhausted health worker wearing angel wings.

Florence Pugh and Yungblud
Florence Pugh and Yungblud (Image: PA)

“The song was written initially about my grandmother going through serious injury and trauma, leading her to become a different person to who she was before,” Yungblud, real name Dominic Harrison, explained. “It’s about the feeling of deterioration and ugliness… shutting out the world and the people we love out of fear of becoming a burden or an embarrassment. It’s f****** scary.”

Pugh, who has a strong reputation for her roles in Little Women, Don’t Worry Darling, Dune: Part Two, and most recently Marvel’s Thunderbolts, brings her signature emotional depth to the role. She previously appeared in the Never Need Me video from Rachel Chinouriri, demonstrating a growing interest in music collaborations.

Yungblud, 27, is not a stranger to public antics. He pulled a similar stunt earlier this year by serving drinks at Camden’s Hawley Arms.

with two UK numbers. 1 albums (Weird! ), The artist continues to meld music with rebellion and raw emotion with a recent “Disruptor of the Year” award from the Northern Music Awards (and his self-titled record).

Florence Pugh and Yungblud, in a first-look photo from the behind the scenes of the music video for Yungblud's latest single
Florence Pugh and Yungblud, in a first-look photo from the behind the scenes of the music video for Yungblud’s latest single (Image: PA)

It comes after the singer told The Mirror that he’s coming out fighting with his new music. He’s confronted his demons, taken up boxing and is battling against toxic masculinity. And what he delivers with album Idols really packs a punch.

He says, “I really had to face myself. I had to figure it out.” And Yungblud claims that as a result, he has actually grown. He claims that to distract himself and push things down, “I would use food and alcohol.”

The album mirrors that, according to the artist. I take lessons in singing. I’ve been improving my sleeping habits and reducing my drinking. That’s been incredible because I’ve been able to navigate this entire situation better.

The Doncaster rocker previously described his battle with body dysmorphia as a “kickback against those people” and how he has now “cut out people that were not good” for him.

The singer tackles difficult subjects head-on in his music.
The singer tackles difficult subjects head-on in his music.

He’s not shying away from hard topics to climb the charts either. He says: “Me and my friends were talking about sexuality. It was what young people were talking about but it wasn’t being represented in music at all. It was kind of like, ‘Oh, don’t sing about that. It’s too political to go on Radio One.’

I said, “This is what people want to hear, this is what I want to say, and this is what I want to sing about.”

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Florence Pugh and Yungblud leave onlookers baffled as they pour pints at pub

Florence Pugh, a famous Hollywood actress, and Yungblud spent Friday night pouring pints of Guinness in a well-known London bar.

Florence and Yungblud showcased their skills pouring pints(Image: PA)

Marvel star Florence Pugh delighted London pub-goers with an unexpected shift behind the bar at The Devonshire in Piccadilly on Friday. The 29-year-old actress was spotted pouring pints and mingling with customers as part of a surprise appearance tied to the release of Yungblud’s new music video for his single Zombie.

Pugh, who was dressed down and having fun, was cheered up after successfully pouring a pint of Guinness and yelling, “Whose is this?” Although her next attempt didn’t go as smoothly, she laughed and admitted to being sorry after serving up a frothy glass.

She jokes that her first attempt, while being coached by bar staff, was “a little lumpy” in another clip.

The song from Yungblud’s upcoming album Idols, which is due out June 20th, is the raw, emotional track that she made. In a symbolic depiction of inner collapse, Pugh appears in the video as a grieving, emotionally exhausted health worker wearing angel wings.

Florence Pugh and Yungblud
Florence Pugh and Yungblud (Image: PA)

“The song was written initially about my grandmother going through serious injury and trauma, leading her to become a different person to who she was before,” Yungblud, real name Dominic Harrison, explained. “It’s about the feeling of deterioration and ugliness… shutting out the world and the people we love out of fear of becoming a burden or an embarrassment. It’s f****** scary.”

Pugh, who has a strong reputation for her roles in Little Women, Don’t Worry Darling, Dune: Part Two, and most recently Marvel’s Thunderbolts, brings her signature emotional depth to the role. She previously appeared in the Never Need Me video from Rachel Chinouriri, demonstrating a growing interest in music collaborations.

Yungblud, 27, is not a stranger to public antics. He pulled a similar stunt earlier this year by serving drinks at Camden’s Hawley Arms.

with two UK numbers. 1 albums (Weird! ), The artist continues to meld music with rebellion and raw emotion with a recent “Disruptor of the Year” award from the Northern Music Awards (and his self-titled record).

Florence Pugh and Yungblud, in a first-look photo from the behind the scenes of the music video for Yungblud's latest single
Florence Pugh and Yungblud, in a first-look photo from the behind the scenes of the music video for Yungblud’s latest single (Image: PA)

It comes after the singer told The Mirror that he’s coming out fighting with his new music. He’s confronted his demons, taken up boxing and is battling against toxic masculinity. And what he delivers with album Idols really packs a punch.

He says, “I really had to face myself. I had to figure it out.” And Yungblud claims that as a result, he has actually grown. He claims that to distract himself and push things down, “I would use food and alcohol.”

The album mirrors that, according to the artist. I take lessons in singing. I’ve been improving my sleeping habits and reducing my drinking. That’s been incredible because I’ve been able to navigate this entire situation better.

The Doncaster rocker previously described his battle with body dysmorphia as a “kickback against those people” and how he has now “cut out people that were not good” for him.

The singer tackles difficult subjects head-on in his music.
The singer tackles difficult subjects head-on in his music.

He’s not shying away from hard topics to climb the charts either. He says: “Me and my friends were talking about sexuality. It was what young people were talking about but it wasn’t being represented in music at all. It was kind of like, ‘Oh, don’t sing about that. It’s too political to go on Radio One.’

I said, “This is what people want to hear, this is what I want to say, and this is what I want to sing about.”

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Clint Eastwood’s daughter Francesca pregnant as she shares huge baby bump

Francesca, the daughter of Clint Eastwood, revealed her baby bump and made it known that she is pregnant. The 30-year-old actress, Frances Fisher, 72, and her daughter Frances Fisher, 94, share intimate photos of her baby bump with her flowing gown on Instagram on Friday.

The same outfit her mother wore when she was pregnant with her has a special meaning attached to it. One photo shows Francesca smiling heartily at her six-year-old son, Titan, who is casually enjoying a cookie in her lap. Moments of quiet joy are shared by her hand resting gently on her belly.

Francesca made her first pregnancy with the addition of her son, Titan, with Alexander Wraith, who she had previously dated. Following an alleged altercation in October, Francesca was detained on a felony domestic violence charge. No charges were filed, though.

The actress, who appeared in films like Jersey Boys and Final Girl and followed her father’s footsteps, was reportedly driving around Beverly Hills at the time of the altercation. As the discussion raged on, TMZ claimed, it eventually turned into a alleged physical fight.

Alexander is said to have called the Beverly Hills Police Department’s Safety Zone after receiving a tip. Alexander was alleged to have “visible injuries” when the pair arrived at the police station. After that, Francesca was detained and booked for domestic abuse in a felony.

The son, named Titan, is currently six years old, was born to Francesca and Alexander together. The Daily Mail reported at the time that Alexander’s identity was unknown. However, later it became apparent that Francesca was released on a $ 50, 000 bail while Alexander refused to undergo medical care for his injuries.

Back in 2018, the couple revealed their romance at a glittering event. Alexander had filed for divorce from his wife Lili Gaildraud, who he had been married to for eight years, when the two began dating. He claimed there wasn’t a crossover because he had split up with Lili in 2015 and that “everyone is moving on and happy” and that there wasn’t.

Francesca, the daughter of Clint Eastwood, won the 2013 Golden Globes (WireImage).

Before meeting Alexander, Francesca had also been married. She and Jordan Feldstein, the younger brother of Hollywood legend Jonah Hill, tied the knot.

They were engaged in 2013 but split eight days later when Francesca requested an annulment. Four years later, Jordan, who had pneumonia and obesity, passed away at the age of 40 from blood clots that started in his legs. The actress recalled her own strict upbringing and called it “bittersweet” to see her father become a grandfather in August.

She stated to FoxNewsDigital, “He’s just the sweetest. As you know, both my parents and I were very strict when we were kids. And seeing how loyal and considerate their grandson is is is so lovely and occasionally depressing.

It’s lovely, she continued. And I’m obviously involved in their own relationship. They are amazing and very present. It has an unmatched connection. And nurturing those relationships is unquestionably what is most important in my life right now.

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Clint Eastwood’s daughter Francesca pregnant as she shares huge baby bump

Clint Eastwood’s daughter Francesca has announced that she’s pregnant by unveiling her baby bump. The 30-year-old actress and daughter of Hollywood legend Clint Eastwood, 94, and actress Frances Fisher, 72, shared intimate photos on Instagram Friday, cradling her baby bump in a flowing gown.

The dress holds special meaning: it’s the same one her mother wore when pregnant with her. One photo shows Francesca smiling warmly at her six-year-old son, Titan, who’s casually enjoying a cookie behind her. Her hand rests gently on her belly, the moment full of quiet joy.

Francesca welcomed Titan in 2018 with ex-boyfriend Alexander Wraith, marking her first step into motherhood. The happy news follows a turbulent chapter; in October, Francesca was arrested on a felony domestic violence charge after an alleged altercation. However, no charges were filed.

The actress, who has followed in her father’s footsteps appearing in a number of films including Jersey Boys and Final Girl, was reportedly driving around Beverly Hills when the argument occurred. According to TMZ, as the argument continued, it then ended up in an alleged physical fight.

Alexander is said to have called the police who reportedly advised him to drive to the Safety Zone at the Beverly Hills Police Department. It has been claimed Alexander had “visible injuries” when the pair arrived at the police station. Francesca was then arrested and booked for felony domestic violence.

Both Francesca and Alexander share a son together, Titan who is now six years old. At the time, the Daily Mail said it was unclear if Alexander is the victim. But it later transpired that Alexander refused medical treatment for his injuries while Francesca was released on a $50,000 bail.

The pair went public with their romance back in 2018 when they attended a star-studded event. When the pair went official with their romance, Alexander had filed for divorce from his wife, Lili Gaildraud, who he was married to for eight years. However, he told The Blast that there wasn’t a crossover, as he had been separated from Lili in 2015 and “everyone is moving on and happy.”






Clint Eastwood’s daughter Francesca is Miss Golden Globes 2013
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WireImage)

Francesca had also been married before meeting Alexander. She tied the knot with Jordan Feldstein, who is the brother of Hollywood star Jonah Hill.

They got married in 2013 but split eight days later as Francesca filed for an annulment. Four years later, Jordan passed away at the age of 40, from blood clots that started in his legs, pneumonia and obesity. In August, the actress described it as “bittersweet” to see her dad become a grandfather as she recalled her own strict upbringing.

She explained to FoxNewsDigital: “I mean, [he’s] just the sweetest. You know, my dad was very strict and my mom — both my parents were very strict with me when I was a kid. And it’s so lovely and sometimes bittersweet to just see how just doting and just classic grandpa and grandma to their grandson who can do no wrong.”

She continued: “But it’s lovely. And they have their own relationship that I’m obviously involved in. They’re fantastic, and they’re so present. It’s a connection unlike anything else. And it’s definitely like the most important part of my life right now is nurturing those relationships.”

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Taylor claims joint share of lead in Memorial

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Memorial Tournament second-round leaderboard

-7 B Griffin (US), N Taylor (Can); -5 A Bhatia (US); -4 S Scheffler (US); -3 S Lowry (Irl), S Burns (US).

Selected others: E J Rose (Eng), J Spieth (US); +1 R MacIntyre (Sco) X Schauffele (US); +3 T Fleetwood (Eng); +5 M Fitzpatrick (Eng); +9 A Rai (Eng).

Canadian Nick Taylor shot an impressive four-under-par round of 68 to take a share of the lead at the Memorial Tournament in Columbus, Ohio.

The 37-year-old made four birdies during his second round as he joined overnight leader Ben Griffin, who carded an even-par 72, at the top of the leaderboard.

Griffin’s fellow American Akshay Bhatia is a further two shots behind the pair in third at five under.

World number one Scott Scheffler is within striking distance after he finished the day at four under following back-to-back rounds of 70 at the Muirfield Village Golf Club.

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