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You star Penn Badgley welcomes identical twin boys and shares adorable first look

After welcoming identical twins, You and Gossip Girl star Penn Badgley and wife Domino Kirke are at odds with themselves.

You star Penn Badgley has revealed he has welcomed identical twin boys with his wife Domino Kirke. The US actor, 38, best known for his roles in teen drama Gossip Girl and stalker thriller You, slipped the announcement into an Instagram post promoting a live event he is taking part in ahead of the release of his new book. He wrote on Instagram: “Interrupting twin paternity leave to announce a live event @podcrushed at @symphonyspace Oct 14 NYC supporting the release of our book Crushmore. Truly proud of this one. Please check it out! @podcrushed for all info.” The event is for his upcoming book Crushmore, written with Nava Kavelin and Sophie Ansari, the co-hosts of his podcast Podcrushed.

Domino Kirke and Penn Badgley at the screening of the final series of You in 2025(Image: Taylor Hill, FilmMagicvia Getty Images)

In the accompanying video Badgley plugs the event before panning the camera to the feet of one of his newborns. “There’s tiny little baby feet right there,” he says. “I don’t want to wake them up.” He revealed in a red carpet interview back in April that the couple were expecting identical twin boys. They are already parents to a four-year-old son, while Kirke, 41, also has a son Cassius, 16, from a previous relationship. Kirke, who is a singer and doula, is the sister of Girls actress Jemima Kirke and Mozart In The Jungle star Lola Kirke.

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Actors Blake Lively and Penn Badgley attend 2009 Angel Ball
Penn starred in Gossip Girl alongside Blake Lively with both going on to have huge careers(Image: WireImage)

Celebrity Juice’s Leigh Francis ‘done’ with TV career as he rejects lucrative offers

Lejson, who is best known for his alter ego Keith Lemon, has claimed to have turned down offers to new TV shows and has not pitched new ones for “ages” and has even turned down offers.

A Celebrity Juice star has revealed they’re not too fussed on returning to screens(Image: ITV / Talkback Thames)

A Celebrity Juice star has revealed that they’ve been turning down TV offers. Leigh Francis, the 52-year-old star best known for his outrageous alter ego Keith Lemon on the ITV2 panel show, has hinted that he might be stepping away from TV comedy.

During an Instagram Live session, he revealed to fans: “I don’t know when I’ll be on TV again. I turned something down this morning. I haven’t pitched any ideas for TV shows in ages. If I do and someone likes it, then I’ll be back, but if I don’t, I won’t.”

The comedian also expressed frustration with people calling him Keith rather than his real name, Leigh, saying, “My name is Leigh. You could also refer to me as “Tony””.

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Leigh revealed he's not been pitching any TV ideas recently
Leigh revealed he’s not been pitching any TV ideas recently(Image: BANG Showbiz)

Despite the potential backlash, he appeared more open to a sketch show despite his detractors who opposed the idea of reviving his show Through the Keyhole, saying it “will never happen.”

He continued, “You can’t make anything without upsetting people because it’s gone mad.” I can’t seem to get into this deep conversation if you think you’ll be offended, but you shouldn’t watch if you think you’ll be offended.

Bo Selecta! was ruled out by Leigh last year. from 2002 until 2009, he performed the celebrity-obsessed Avid Merrion on the sketch show. He stated in another Instagram Live conversation that it will never occur. That’s probably due to society, but it won’t ever happen. It’s a shame”.

Leigh had previously claimed that “nothing is acceptable any more” and that Celebrity Juice had been canceled. He stated in a statement to The Sun that “comedy tastes change just like fashion and flared trousers have, however, have changed as well.”

Nothing is acceptable any longer because, as we used to say, “the rules were the rules,” and they are now, so naturally there are things you can’t do anymore.

You don’t intend to offend anyone; you just want to make people laugh, but my approach requires a straightforward, light-hearted idea. Many comedians have turned their backs on comedy, according to Leigh, and are now presenting “straight shows,” which may not be as funny as sketch programs any more.

Keith was well-known for his flamboyant demeanor and crude jokes, but he also revealed that the name was the product of a childhood friendship. The comic claimed to have told the real Keith Lemon that he would give him a TV shout-out, but instead chose to create the character.

Earlier this year, though, fans pleaded for the return of Celebrity Juice after Leigh shared a string of throwback snaps alongside former stars Holly Willoughby and Fearne Cotton. The trio pulled out their best model poses as they leaned on a concrete wall by a ‘Celebrity Juice’ neon sign.

“Way back on Wednesday!” juice in a cup. a favorite press. Old times, excellent times. Leigh’s caption to the post, which attracted thousands of likes, reads “@celebjuiceofficial. Fans seized on the opportunity to demand that the star re-air the beloved TV show that aired on ITV2 until 2022.

One enthused user wrote, “Need to bring it back,” while another wrote, “Oh I miss you three, please, please, please bring this back.” Loved it, one fan said. We need a reunion special, another big fan requited, “bring it back with the O.G crew”! Reuniting Holly and Fearne

When TV comedy was at its worst, a nostalgic fan said! Best television program ever! loved this time! “!

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Matthews to captain England against Australia

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Pool A of the Rugby World Cup for women: England v. Australia

Brighton and Hove Albion Stadium Date: Saturday, September 6th, 2017 Kick-off: 17:00 BST

In Zoe Aldcroft’s absence, Gloucester-Hartpury number eight Alex Matthews will lead England against Australia in their final Rugby World Cup pool match on Saturday.

Aldcroft was knocked out for the tournament-opening victory over the United States, but her knee injury kept her out until at least the knockout stages.

Head coach John Mitchell has made 13 changes from the rotated side that defeated Samoa last weekend, giving England a quarter-final spot that is already in doubt.

Claudia Moloney-MacDonald is one of those retained, and Wing Jess Breach is the one who earns her 50th cap.

Morwenna Talling, who is typically a second row, is not a member of the matchday squad, despite the absence of former skipper Marlie Packer.

As long as England doesn’t lose to the Wallaroos, a team they have defeated in all seven of their previous meetings, they will be able to claim a spot in Pool A.

The Red Roses won the most recent game 42-7 in WXV in October 2023, making it the most recent meeting for the two teams.

With a bonus point, Australia would advance to the last eight after drawing 31-31 with the United States in their final game.

If they don’t, they will hope that a stunning Eagles victory over Samoa and a comprehensive victory for England will not erase the 135-point difference between them and the USA.

We want to build on our tournament opening matches and finish the pool stage strong, Mitchell said.

England and Australia in action

England: Dow, Jones, Heard, Breach, Harrison, Hunt, Botterman, Cokayne, Muir, Galligan, Ward, Talling, Kabeya, Matthews, and Dow.

A milestone in Breach’s recovery from cancer

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Breach will reach the milestone of 50 caps when she wins her 50th against Australia, adding to her previous tally for England by a hat-trick of tries against Samoa last weekend.

The 27-year-old will undoubtedly receive a warm welcome on the south coast after beginning her career at nearby Pulborough RFC.

The top-tier speed and finishing ability of Breach have always been present. On her first Test debut against Canada in 2017, she scored six tries before adding five more.

However, she only made two appearances in England’s Women’s Six Nations earlier this year, with Moloney-MacDonald and Abby Dow emerging as Mitchell’s preferred wings after returning from a serious hip injury.

In Aldcroft’s absence, back row shuffle.

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England could have used substantial reserves of specialist back row options to fill the void left by Aldcroft.

Talling, who played a role for England last year in WXV in Canada, has been asked to do so.

Maddie Feaunati is kept as an impact option off the bench rather than a starter, keeping her experience aside from Marlie Packer’s.

Matthews has a wealth of leadership experience, including being a veteran of England’s 2014 World Cup victory and twice in the last three years.

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England U17s win stopped twice over ‘racist abuse’

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Following reports of racist abuse, England Under-17s’ 2-1 friendly victory over Venezuela was postponed twice.

While the referee handled the incidents, the players left the Duisburg, Germany, pitch during the second half.

Although it’s not known which opposition team player the abuse was directed at, BBC Sport has been informed that it was allegedly committed by one or more of the players.

As they left, England manager Liam Bramley offered a consolation to his players.

“We are presently negotiating next steps with the organizers of the tournament and the relevant authorities.”

England came out of a draw with a win thanks to Brian Madjo of Metz and Ryan Kavuma-McQueen of Chelsea.

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Influencer Rolling Ray dies aged 28 days before birthday as mum speaks out

Rolling Ray, a famous actor and TV personality by the name of Raymond Harper, passed away 28 days before his birthday.

Influencer Rolling Ray dies aged 28 days before birthday as mum pays tribute(Image: Instagram)

Internet personality Rolling Ray has died at the age of 28, his heartbroken mother has announced. The influencer, real name Raymond Harper, passed away days before his birthday as his mum took to Facebook to pay tribute to him and thank friends and family for their support during the difficult time.

She wrote in a post shared with friends that she was sad to inform you that my son Ray Ray (@Iamrollingray) has left to go to the Lord. I appreciate everyone who has texted or called. It will take a long time to get here.” On social media, Rolling Ray referred to himself as the “most famous boy in a wheelchair.”

On Instagram, he had almost 450,000 followers and was known for producing skits and making music. He also appeared on MTV’s Catfish Trolls, and Bobby I Love You, Purrr.

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Rolling Ray
On Instagram, he had almost 450,000 followers(Image: Instagram)

Fans rushed to social media to share their shock and heartbreak over his death, with one user writing on X/Twitter: “They done took rollingray, I’m devastated,” while another wrote: “Today is not real, not my mf friend bruah….@DMVMOSTFAMOUS LIKE WHAT THE FUCK!!!!! IM FUCKING DONE FOR THE YEAR! Rest in heavenly peace.”

“Damn,” one wrote. I made an effort to avoid hearing this one, hoping it was another rumor. Give comfort to the most well-known wheelchair boy.

“We came together and showed the world how two different people from 2 separate paths in life can put hate aside and create magic.

“You will be missed dearly and are loved by everyone in the world.” Fly my recognizable friend, Rolling Ray, with your wings spread.

Rolling Ray
The star died aged 28(Image: Instagram)

Angel Williams, a screenwriter, wrote, “Heartbroken. Just a few weeks ago, Omg was talking to you. You were always in favor of me. Because you were so fond of my scripts, I even gave you sneak peeks of them.

You and I couldn’t wait to film together. I’m grateful for having a real friend but upset that we didn’t get that opportunity.

You had life that was incredible. Rest in peace, even when you were ill. easy to sleep Raynell. Sending your family and loved ones love and condolences. “Forever Rolling Ray”

Ray’s ill health led to his hospitalization a few weeks prior to his shock death. The comedian’s candid and hilarious video, in which he discussed lifestyle, relationships, and pop culture, went viral on social media.

He became even more well-known for his wheelchair use during the Black Lives Matter protests in Washington, D.C.

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