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Freddy Brazier ‘missing from brother Bobby’s birthday party’ amid family drama

Freddy Brazier’s dad, Jeff, has reportedly taken legal action against the 20-year-old’s nan, Jackiey Budden – who is Jade Goody’s mum – in a bid to ‘keep him safe’

Freddy Brazier missed his brother Bobby’s birthday yesterday, according to reports(Image: Dave Benett/Getty Images for Percival)

Freddy Brazier failed to turn up to his brother Bobby’s birthday yesterday – according to reports – amid rumours of a feud in the family. Freddy, 20, is said to be living at his nan, Jackiey Budden’s house, despite doting dad, Jeff Brazier, reportedly taking legal action against Jade Goody’s mum in a bid to ‘protect’ his youngest son.

On the weekend, Freddy appeared to defy his dad by posting a TikTok video of himself and Jackiey larking around in the sunshine in her garden in South London. And now it’s been reported that he skipped his older brother Bobby’s 22nd birthday on Monday.

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Jeff Brazier and Bobby were reportedly ‘saddened’ that Freddy wasn’t able to be part of the birthday celebrations(Image: Instagram)

The Sun reports there was “sadness” at the bash after Freddy failed to appear, with a source claiming that Bobby spent the day with dad and stepmum, Kate.

They reportedly said: “Bobby celebrated his birthday with dad Jeff and step mum Kate over the weekend. It was a really nice family occasion, but everyone really missed Freddie.”

Freddy was just four years old and his EastEnders actor brother Bobby was five when their mother Jade tragically died from cervical cancer in 2009.

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They have been raised by their doting dad, Jeff, who heartbreakingly admitted he didn’t see much of his youngest son when the pair appeared in Celebrity Race Across the World last year.

According to the Mail on Sunday, Freddy is now living with Jackiey at her flat in Bermondsey. Those reportedly close to the family told the publication: “Jeff was never going to keep Freddy away from his Nanny for very long – they’ve always had a strong bond. Jeff may hate her for all sorts of reasons going back many years, but Freddy loves her very much.”

The source added: “They had a great time together, playing with her dog and catching up at her flat – where he has often stayed over the years. Whatever Jeff hoped to achieve with his legal efforts, it hasn’t worked.”

Freddy didn’t appear to let reports of his dad’s legal action against his nan affect him when he posted a video of himself dancing with Jackiey at the weekend.

Despite his dad’s concern about his relationship with Jackiey, 67, Freddy posted a TikTok video of the pair dancing in her garden in South London. Seen with his shirt off, sporting shorts, the model larked about in the sunshine while Jackiey, also in shorts, slippers and a mustard-coloured cardigan danced along.

Captioning the clip, which concerned dad Jeff was bound to see, Freddy wrote: “#fyp #explore #freddybrazier #jackieybudden #dancetrend.” Responding to the post, one of the lad’s followers said: “She’ll make you feel like you have a piece of your mum,” while a second added: “There’s just something about a Nana. That bond is important.”

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The Mirror has contacted reps for Freddy and Jeff for comment on this story.

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Kohli’s RCB end 18-year wait for maiden IPL title

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Indian Premier League, Final, Ahmedabad

Royal Challengers Bengaluru 190-9 (20 overs): Kohli 43 (35); Arshdeep 3-40, Jamieson 3-48

Punjab Kings 184-7 (20 overs): Shashank 61* (30); Pandya 2-17

Royal Challengers Bengaluru won by six runs

Virat Kohli finally won the Indian Premier League as Royal Challengers Bengaluru sealed their maiden title with a six-run win over Punjab Kings.

The 36-year-old India legend, the only player to represent the same franchise in every edition of the tournament, top-scored for RCB, hitting 43 in his side’s 190-9 from 20 overs.

Kings, who were also seeking a first IPL title, were unable to chase down their target, finishing on 184-7.

Salt struck 16 from nine balls before being caught by Shreyas Iyer off Kyle Jamieson, while England all-rounder Liam Livingstone hit 25 as the side’s numbers three to six all posted scores in the mid-20s.

Having accumulated steadily, Andy Flower’s team failed to accelerate in the final over, with Arshdeep Singh taking three wickets in his last six balls to ensure RCB didn’t pass 200.

Kings found themselves 98-4 in the 13th over of their reply, losing captain and star batter Shreyas for just one, caught by Jitesh Sharma off Romario Shepherd.

Nehal Wadhera and Shashank Singh began to rebuild, but their side’s challenge effectively ended when Wadhera and the big-hitting Marcus Stoinis were both caught in the space of three Bhuvneshwar Kumar deliveries.

Needing 29 from Josh Hazlewood’s final over, Shashank hammered 22 from the last four balls of the innings, bringing his side tantalisingly close to their target with an unbeaten 61.

Kohli and Flower lift RCB to new heights

It has been a long wait for Kohli, who played in the first IPL game for RCB in April 2008.

Then aged 19, he was bowled for one, but he would go on to hit 8,661 runs at an average of 39.54, with eight hundreds and 63 half-centuries.

He tasted defeat in his side’s three final appearances, losing to Deccan Chargers in 2009, Chennai Super Kings in 2011 and to Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2016, while he also captained the franchise between 2013 and 2021.

Kohli has been in strong form in recent years, averaging over 50 in the past three seasons, including 54.75 in this campaign, and now gets to lift the IPL trophy after 267 matches in the competition.

The title also represents another success in the franchise coaching career of Flower, who took over RCB for the competition’s 2024 edition.

The Ashes-winning former England coach led RCB to fourth in his first season, losing in the eliminator match, before placing second this year, behind Kings on net run-rate.

His side then beat Kings in the first qualifier match to progress straight to the final, and have now repeated that feat.

It follows wins in the Pakistan Super League with Multan Sultans in 2021 and Trent Rockets in The Hundred in 2022.

Meanwhile England internationals Salt, Liam Livingstone and Jacob Bethell will also be awarded winners medals.

Both Salt and Livingstone took catches in the Kings innings, while Bethell was playing for England in the third ODI against the West Indies during the game, having returned home for international duty.

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Ondo Deputy Speaker, Majority Leader Resign

Abayomi Akinruntan, the deputy speaker of the state assembly, has resigned.

Akinruntan, who represents Ilaje Constituency 1, cited as justification his decision that the state’s traditional zoning system should be upheld.

Oluwole Ogunmolasuyi, the Assembly’s Majority Leader, resigned in a similar manner, demonstrating the same political sensitivity.

Ololade Gbegudu, who represents Okitipupa Constituency 2, took the oath of office following Akinruntan’s resignation.

Olatunji Oshati, who represents the Ose Constituency, was elected in the place of Ogunmolasuyi as the new majority leader.

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Hon. Muritala Sulaimon, who represents Akoko South East Constituency, was appointed as the Assembly’s new Chief Whip, as well as other leadership changes. Odigbo Constituency 1’s Olatunji Fabiyi assumed the position of Whip.

Olamide Oladiji, the house’s speaker, praised the former Deputy Speaker and Majority Leader for their commitment to the state’s citizens.

Akinruntan is a native of Ilaje Local Government Area, just like Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the governor of the state.

Chris Pratt pays tribute to Jonathan Joss after Parks and Rec actor shot dead

Parks and Recreation star Chris Pratt paid tribute to Jonathan Joss. The actor was shot dead after getting into a heated argument with a neighbour

Chris Pratt pays tribute to Jonathan Joss after Parks and Rec actor shot dead(Image: JonathanJossOfficial/Facebook)

Parks and Recreation star Chris Pratt paid tribute to fellow co-star Jonathan Joss after he was shot dead by a neighbour. The San Antonio Police Department in Texas as well as onlookers claimed the 59-year-old King of the Hill actor got into a heated row with a neighbour on the city’s south side over the weekend before he was shot.

Law enforcement told TMZ that the neighbour pulled out a gun during the argument and shot Joss several times before fleeing in a car, with the police arresting him a block away from the residence. A man called Sigfredo Alvarez-Cega was arrested and charged with murder for the horrific shooting.

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Jonathan Joss was shot dead over the weekend(Image: NBC)

Authorities released a statement at the time and wrote: “Officers were dispatched to the location for a Shooting in Progress. Once the officers arrived at the location, the victim was found near the roadway of the location. The officers attempted life saving measures until EMS arrived.

“EMS pronounced the victim deceased. Officers located the suspect who shot the victim and detained him. The suspect was transported to Headquarters for further investigation and then booked for murder. The investigation is still ongoing.

Following the news of his death, Parks and Rec star Chris took to his Instagram Stories to share a screengrab of the heartbreaking news.

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Chris Pratt starred in Parks and Recreation(Image: NBC/NBCU Photo Bank)

“Damn. RIP Jonathan. Always such a kind dude. He played Ken Hotate in Parks and was also in Mag 7. Said to see. Prayers up. Hug your loved ones,” he captioned the post.

Fans also paid tribute to the actor, with one writing on social media: “This is absolutely devastating news. Jonathan Joss was such a talented actor, and his iconic roles brought so much joy to so many. What a tragic loss.”

Another devastated fan commented: “It absolutely shatters my heart to learn of the passing of Jonathan Joss, known and loved by many fans as the voice, heart, spirit, and soul of the character John Redcorn.

“He made a point to be involved in the fandom, and was so kind to all of us. He will never be forgotten!”

Joss’ husband, Tristan Kern de Gonzales, released a statement on the actor’s official Facebook page claiming the argument began when the couple were checking the mail “at the site of our former home”.

“When the man fired, Jonathan pushed me out of the way,” he said. “He saved my life. Jonathan is my husband. He gave me more love in our time together than most people ever get. We were newlyweds.

“We picked Valentine’s Day. We were in the process of looking for a trailer and planning our future,” Gonzales posted before adding he was with Joss when he passed and ‘told him how much he was loved.’

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Premier League clubs keep £30 cap for away tickets

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Premier League clubs have “unanimously” agreed to keep the £30 cap on away ticket prices for the 2025-26 season.

It will be the 10th campaign the cap has been in place and, since its introduction, attendances at away games have risen from 82% to 91%.

A total of 953, 420 people were at the 380 top-flight matches during the 2024-25 season.

Nineteen of the Premier League’s 20 clubs raised their ticket prices before the 2024-25 season and the Football Supporters ‘ Association (FSA) launched a campaign called ‘ Stop Exploiting Loyalty’.

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