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As she approaches the first anniversary of their special day, Location Location star Kirstie Allsopp revealed details of her long-term relationship.

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This time last year, Kirstie Allsopp was preparing for her secret wedding to her partner of 21 years, Ben Andersen. The long-term couple finally exchanged vows in January 2024 during an intimate ceremony at Mayfair’s Grosvenor Chapel, a special location close to Kirstie’s heart.

The Location Location Location presenter claimed she was “happily unmarried” to the property tycoon she met in 2004 prior to their big day. After his first marriage to one of Kirstie’s classmates ended, Ben told her he didn’t want to marry again in the beginning of their relationship.

The pair made a wedding proposal on short notice, with Kirstie purchasing her gown just two weeks in advance.

The pair’s two sons, both from his first marriage, and Ben’s older sons, both from his first marriage, performed the roles of ushers on their special day.

Kirstie’s sisters Sofie Fletcher and Natasha Morley, her cousin Jamie Allsopp, a former hedge fund boss, and India Hicks, a fashion designer, were also present.

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Noticeably absent from the ceremony, however, was Kirstie’s long-time co-host Phil Spencer, who reportedly couldn’t attend the date with such little notice.

Speaking to Yours Magazine about the secrecy, Kirstie shared: “I think we told the children about the wedding on Christmas Day. Mostly, though, nobody knew until the Monday and then we got married on the Thursday.

She continued, “I have a lot of opinions on our wedding, but it turns out that I wasn’t so crazy about it!”

They simply wore what they had, because it was four o’clock, meaning no one had to take any breaks from work or look after them.

The 54-year-old also revealed that she had skipped the traditional hen do in the lead up to the big day. She continued, “It was fantastic because there was no hen night or anything like that.”

Because it was where her parents and grandparents got married, Kirstie specifically chose Mayfair.

The intimate ceremony, which was reportedly 40 minutes long, included the Beatles’ iconic All You Need Is Love.

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Kirstie has previously admitted she didn’t want “the attention of being a bride,” but she has not fully explained why she chose to marry in secret.

She continued, “I don’t like the endless, never-ending self-absorption of “my big day.” Have you ever heard “our big day” so little of the time? “.

While the ceremony was intended to be kept under wraps, Kirstie later shared a photo from the day on Instagram after spotting paparazzi outside.

She wrote, “I share a great deal on here and so appreciate all the kind &amp, interesting comments, but I felt our wedding should be private, and luckily on the day it was,” in her caption. Unfortunately, it turned out there was a hidden pap, so I’ve since shared a few of our own photos.

It seems as though Prince Harry will experience a turning point in 2026 after enduring a rollercoaster ride in 2025 that included a successful Invictus Games, a reunion with the King, and a charity fight.

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It has been a rocky 2025 for Prince Harry – but it seems he could be ending the year on a bright note. The Duke of Sussex has endured something of a rollercoaster 12 months with highs including a successful Invictus Games in Canada and a seemingly positive trip to the UK in September, which culminated in a long-awaited reunion with his estranged father, the King.

However, there have also been brutal blows from the ugly boardroom spat, which saw him quit as patron of his Sentebale charity and lose his case at the Court of Appeal to have his automatic police protection when in the UK reinstated.

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After his defeat was revealed, Harry gave an interview to the BBC admitting the issue had created a wedge between him and the King, with him claiming his father refused to talk to him about it – and called the decision a “good old-fashioned stitch up”.

However, reports have suggested that his security arrangements while residing in the UK are being reviewed recently. The Risk Management Board has been given the directive to reevaluate his threat level by the Executive Committee for the Protection of Royalty and Public Figures (Ravec), which is scheduled to make a decision later in the month.

And for royal expert Jennie Bond, it could be a crucial turning point for Harry if he gets the outcome he wants. The former BBC royal correspondent told the Mirror : “2026 could turn out to be a very good year for Harry. If his security review goes in his favour, he will feel that an obstacle to visiting the UK more often – and possibly bringing his children here – has been removed. It has also been a spanner in the works in his relationship with his father.

The rift between his parents can only gradually be fixed if he visits and sees him occasionally. Harry could help by making himself available to fit into his father’s hectic schedule and ensuring that no one in the media is informed about any meetings.

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“He could also write to his father – perhaps indeed he does so already. King Charles is a great letter writer and enjoys considered communication in this way. An apology to his father and his stepmother would also help – again, perhaps he has already done so, although I rather doubt it.”

And Harry and William can’t be reconciled with their father, even if there is a glimmer of hope for a resolution.

On the third anniversary of the late Queen’s passing in September, Harry and her family were only seven miles apart when they visited Windsor to visit their grandmother’s grave, but it is thought that the two had spoken since.

Jennie continued, “That’s a much bigger challenge than reconciling with William.” Parents are much more likely to forgive a child than siblings do. Harry has stated that he desires the return of his parents and brother.

“But I’m not entirely certain that William feels the same way about Harry,” he said. Therefore, I believe the younger prince will need to wait a while for the ice to thaw, which may never do.

Looking ahead to the next 12 months, Harry will no doubt continue with this charity work, while he and Meghan also have a new project with Netflix. It has been revealed that their Archewell Productions are making producing an upcoming adaptation of the book The Wedding Date by Jasmine Guillory.

However, Jennie continued, “We’ve seen this year that Harry is still very well-known when he does his charitable work.” He excels at it a lot. He seems to have a better understanding of the subject matter when it comes to film production, which he doesn’t know very well.

Therefore, my advice to him would be to play to his strengths, use his platform to advocate for his cause, and continue to give his name and fame to the organizations he wants to support.

A pair of cheeky underwear, which Andy Hood, a father from Barnstaple, Devon, describes as “self-care with sass” for men.

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A dad who credits Jeremy Clarkson for saving his life after a segment on his TV programme discussed testicular cancer has paid tribute to the star with a pair of cheeky underwear.

After realizing he needed to wee more at night, Mr. Clarkson, 53, saw him urge men to check their prostate and testicles. The father then took his gland to check because he needed to do so. After that, Andy was diagnosed with testicular cancer, which he later recovered from after seeing his GP.

If he hadn’t seen Mr. Clarkson’s Grand Tour program, the father of three claims he would never have checked his prostate, seen his GP, or linked his symptoms to the disease. As Mr. Hood once said, “I will never be able to thank Clarkson, Hammond, and May enough for saving my life that day, as I know I would not have checked myself without watching that program.

Check your testicles; if I hadn’t, it would have been much, much more serious. I would never have known without their advice. This website might not even exist because the cancer had spread.

Mr. Hood, a resident of Barnstaple, Devon, has just launched his own line of underwear called Check Ya Balls, which aims to raise awareness of the disease and encourage men to regularly check themselves.

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Not long after watching 64-year-old Mr. Clarkson discuss the cancer, Mr. Hood discovered a testicular lump while taking a shower. After that, he underwent chemotherapy and an operation to remove one of his testicles.

The determined entrepreneur, who has three sons, has benefited from his hardship to assist other men. His brand-new underwear features his own cheeky cartoon characters as a humorous reminder and serious message.

In the first month, “over 150 pairs” have sold, with 60% going to Cahonas and Robin Cancer Trust. Mr. Hood continued, “Check Ya Balls underwear was born after my own run-in with testicular cancer.

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I made the decision to transform something unpopular into something powerful: to engage men in conversation, conversation, and most importantly, to give them regular checks.

“My goal is for every guy to own at least one pair and we’ll save lives. I had a message on Christmas Eve from someone who had seen all my content on testicular cancer awareness and the importance of regular checking.”

On Saturday, Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty tied the knot at Bath Abbey, a stunning wedding attended by about 200 guests, but few of whom were Olympians.

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Fans have forgotten how Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty met amid the wedding row, a source close to the couple has stressed.

Holly was introduced to Adam, whom she married at Bath Abbey on Saturday in front of 200 guests, by her younger sister, Tilly, when Tilly and the Olympian swimmer were both on Strictly Come Dancing in 2021. After the Strictly live shows on Saturday nights, there would reportedly be “mingling” between the contestants and their families — and that’s where Adam and Holly are understood to have first laid eyes on one another.

But this sweet — albeit unusual — romance story is said to have been overshadowed by the recent row around the wedding. Most of Adam’s family, including mum Caroline, were banned from the ceremony on Saturday amid the feud.

People seem to have forgotten how Holly and Adam met, according to a source close to Holly and Adam. Tilly was cheered on by Holly before meeting Adam. “

READ MORE: Staggering amount Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty spent on gifts for their 200 guestsREAD MORE: Adam Peaty’s heartbroken mum says she’s ‘praying for peace’ in cryptic New Year’s post

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However, Adam, 31, was with Eirianedd Munro at the time. The couple had, by then, baby son George, who turned five in September. When Adam and Eiri split shortly after the BBC programme finished, rumours about the Strictly curse circulated — but it was actually Holly who caught his eye.

You have to wonder if things weren’t going the best way between Adam and Eiri at the time. After meeting Holly, he abruptly split from Eiri. Adam and Holly started dating shortly after that.

Following the wedding, a source said Eiri believes George is “lucky to have a stepmum like Holly”. Yet, had it not been for Strictly, it seemed unlikely that Holly — who was then carving a career for herself as an influencer — would ever meet the Olympic swimmer.

Speaking to the Daily Mail, the insider added: “You have to wonder if things weren’t going the best way between Adam and Eiri at the time. After meeting Holly, he abruptly split from Eiri. Adam and Holly started dating shortly after that.”

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Dad-of-one Adam, though, made no mention of Holly, now 25, in his Instagram statement back in August 2022 when he announced the sad news that he and Eiri had gone their separate ways.

We had a wonderful three years of fun together, two of which were spent with our gorgeous son George, Adam from Uttoxeter, Staffordshire. I apologize for letting you down, Eiri and George.

In the midst of the bitter conflict that resulted in the ban of the majority of the Olympian’s family, Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay intended to thank their 200 wedding guests for their “love and support.”

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Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty thanked each of their 200 wedding guests for their “love and support” with a £190-a-pop engraved bottle of tequila among other gifts, it is reported.

The generous couple reportedly spent £40,000 on presents alone for friends and family gathered at Bath Abbey on Saturday December 27. It is thought the duo felt indebted to those who attended their nuptials for sustaining them amid the bitter feud which led to most of the Olympian’s family, including mum Caroline, being banned.

Invitees were also given commemorative t-shirts, while each of the three bridesmaid — whom included Adam’s sister Bethany — were handed lavish, personalised gifts, including pots of the award-winning Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream worth each around £79.

According to a source, Holly and Adam lavished each of their guests with a bottle of tequila with their own initials embossed on them. A cute t-shirt was also provided for the couple’s entrance ceremony, which depicts them embracing while they are together in a car and waving in joy.

“The bride and groom really pushed the boat out,” the couple said. They wanted the wedding to be flawless, despite the turbulence that exists behind the scenes. It was, too.

READ MORE: Holly Ramsay gifted her bridal party this ‘magic’ moisturiser that instantly plumps the skinREAD MORE: Adam Peaty breaks silence and ‘thanks Jesus’ after Holly Ramsay wedding and family feud

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Proud father of the bride Gordon Ramsay told guests he had spent £50,000 on flowers for their big day. In his fiery speech, the TV chef insisted his wife would now be Mum to both newlyweds. According to The Sun, he said: “Tana will be a good mum to them both.”

According to reports, Come Down O Love Divine was a hymn played at the service. Psalm 127, which describes the blessings of children, is thought to be one of the readings, indicating that the couple are eager to start their own family.

However, Gordon made fun of his daughter by talking about their wedding ceremony at Bath Abbey and explaining that Holly could “pick the most beautiful church and choose to cover its stunning windows with white roses.”

It is said Holly — who wore a bridal cape over her wedding dress as she arrived and left the ceremony at Bath Abbey — will be showing the dress off in Vogue magazine, published today. A source added: “Holly has always wanted to do Vogue, so this is a coup for her.”

In the midst of the bitter conflict that resulted in the ban of the majority of the Olympian’s family, Adam Peaty and Holly Ramsay intended to thank their 200 wedding guests for their “love and support.”

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Holly Ramsay and Adam Peaty thanked each of their 200 wedding guests for their “love and support” with a £190-a-pop engraved bottle of tequila among other gifts, it is reported.

The generous couple reportedly spent £40,000 on presents alone for friends and family gathered at Bath Abbey on Saturday December 27. It is thought the duo felt indebted to those who attended their nuptials for sustaining them amid the bitter feud which led to most of the Olympian’s family, including mum Caroline, being banned.

Invitees were also given commemorative t-shirts, while each of the three bridesmaid — whom included Adam’s sister Bethany — were handed lavish, personalised gifts, including pots of the award-winning Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream worth each around £79.

According to a source, Holly and Adam lavished each of their guests with a bottle of tequila with their own initials embossed on them. A cute t-shirt was also provided for the couple’s entrance ceremony, which depicts them embracing while they are together in a car and waving in joy.

“The bride and groom really pushed the boat out,” the couple said. They wanted the wedding to be flawless, despite the turbulence that exists behind the scenes. It was, too.

READ MORE: Holly Ramsay gifted her bridal party this ‘magic’ moisturiser that instantly plumps the skinREAD MORE: Adam Peaty breaks silence and ‘thanks Jesus’ after Holly Ramsay wedding and family feud

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Proud father of the bride Gordon Ramsay told guests he had spent £50,000 on flowers for their big day. In his fiery speech, the TV chef insisted his wife would now be Mum to both newlyweds. According to The Sun, he said: “Tana will be a good mum to them both.”

According to reports, Come Down O Love Divine was a hymn played at the service. Psalm 127, which describes the blessings of children, is thought to be one of the readings, indicating that the couple are eager to start their own family.

However, Gordon made fun of his daughter by talking about their wedding ceremony at Bath Abbey and explaining that Holly could “pick the most beautiful church and choose to cover its stunning windows with white roses.”

It is said Holly — who wore a bridal cape over her wedding dress as she arrived and left the ceremony at Bath Abbey — will be showing the dress off in Vogue magazine, published today. A source added: “Holly has always wanted to do Vogue, so this is a coup for her.”