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After being stalked by a convicted murderer, Cheryl has been left devastated.

The singer recently showed off her bravery at her Buckinghamshire home after Daniel Bannister, who was found guilty of killing a man at a homeless hostel, turned up. The man, who was imprisoned for 30 months in 2012, “serious alarm” the hitmaker.

Bannister, 49, of no fixed address was found to be “displaying fixated, obsessive, unwanted and repetitive behaviour” towards the mum-of-one. In September, he was jailed for four months for an offence he committed in July and given a three-year restraining order, preventing him from contacting Cheryl, entering Buckinghamshire, or attending her address.

However, just one month ago, court documents revealed that he returned to the home she shares with her young son, Bear, seven. He entered Buckinghamshire on December 10th, and he has since been accused of breaking his restraining order. Another alleged breach of his order occurred when he allegedly arrived at “an address where you knew or believed Cheryl Tweedy was present.”

He also made an attempt to get in touch with the singer from Fight For This Love, either directly or indirectly, since he had previously been prohibited from doing so. According to The Sun, he admitted guilt to the three separate offenses in December and has since been imprisoned before receiving a sentence on January 30. Her team members were reportedly on “red alert” when she received disturbing messages with flowers from outside the theater during her time with Cheryl in the West End production of 2: 22 A Ghost Story.

After assaulting Rajendra Patel at a south London YMCA homeless shelter, Bannister entered a manslaughter plea in 2012 at Kingston Crown Court. Mr. Patel went back to the hospital on March 9 after an attack in February of the same year. He tragically passed away shortly after.

His left ankle fracture was the cause of his death, according to the investigation. left thermeral vein deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary thromboembolism. Bannister, who at the time was 37, had been due to go on trial for the murder of Mr Patel – but the CPS lowered the charge to manslaughter.

The homeless shelter’s residents were thought to have been involved in a long-running dispute when the attack occurred. As he attempted to get a lift, Bannister kicked and punched his victim, according to CCTV footage.

Speaking in 2012, His Honour Judge Nicholas Price said as he jailed Bannister: “This is a tragic case. You didn’t intend to cause any serious bodily harm, let alone death, when you attacked Mr. Patel. The attack, however, goes far beyond just one punch; it lasts for at least 30 to 40 seconds. Although it is obvious that you pose no threat to the public, you must likely receive a custodial sentence right away.

The Mirror has approached Cheryl’s spokesperson for comment.

After more than six years apart, former Love Island couple Maya Jama has teased her.

The TV presenter, 30, has shared her hopes for the second series of spin-off All Stars ahead of its launch on ITV2 next week. The line-up for the new series includes exes Marcel Somerville, 39, and Gabby Allen, 32, who broke up in 2018.

Maya calls Love Island, one of her favorite shows, their third season, which they had previously met on in 2017. Amber Davies and Kem Cetinay were named the winners, but Marcel and Gabby went fourth in the final together. After he cheated on her during a romantic getaway following a number of rows, Marcel and Gabby continued their romance outside the villa.

Despite the break-up, Maya admits she’s still rooting for them and hopes they can reconcile. She told the Mirror: “I have to be neutral, but I am very excited about Gabby and Marcel. Just because I was captivated by everything about their relationship after watching that series. Now that I’ve followed them outside, I’d like to see who they end up with. I think Marcel is such a cutie”.

Gabby revealed that she hasn’t spoken to her ex Marcel in six years before going face-to-face with him in the All Stars villa in South Africa. She told us: “Things did end quite badly. You know it was a cheating situation, but how it happened like it was just crazy, you know, and it’s more because it really knocked my trust.

We haven’t spoken in six years, so I suppose there would be conversations if he went to the villa, which I suppose would encourage discussion. I also hope to find some sort of common ground, so that we can move forward rather than look backward.

Gabby added that it was” a long time ago “though and said that there are” literally no hard feelings”. She continued, “I think if I saw him, I would actually think like we could be friends because we were good friends like, and that’s why we lasted so long anyway.” As I said, it was a long time ago, but um I feel like I built myself back up after that, you know, I’ve I feel like I’ve got my trust back in men. But you never know. “

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Liam Payne’s girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, has made a poignant comeback on social media by sharing a symbol deeply significant to both her and the late singer.

The 25-year-old actress was heartbroken after the One Direction star tragically died at 31 following a fall from his hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina, on 16 October. Before she came back to the US, she previously joined Liam for a lavish holiday there.

Kate took to Instagram to post a photo of herself wearing beige sweatpants with the caption “444,” an “angel number” beloved by the pair, which is rooted in ancient Greek conceits that some numbers have mystical significance. She nodded to a friend and said, “Ali found me these sweatpants yesterday.”

Accompanying a zoomed-in shot of the number, she added: “Love, support, guidance from your angels”. The ‘ 444 ‘ motif is thought to represent protection and encouragement.

Previously, Kate had shared a snapshot of a note from Liam scribbled with the same numbers, hinting at his fascination with angel numbers and the idea of “manifesting” one’s fate. This emotional tribute follows the announcement of Liam’s cause of death as “polytrauma” indicating he sustained multiple injuries.

Following the prosecution of five individuals in connection with his sudden passing, his family now has hope for justice. The family’s close friend told The Sun: “They’ve had a very difficult Christmas, but they now want justice for their son.”

They added: “Finally, after a horrific couple of months, there is a feeling like this could be possible”. In a significant turn of events, Liam’s manager, along with the boss and reception chief of the Casa Sur Hotel, have been slammed with charges of negligent homicide, risking a prison sentence of up to five years if found guilty.

Kate explained to the media after his tragic passing that Liam intended to wed her and that they were considering their future together. Liam left a note containing the angel number 444 with Kate, which Kate shared with her Instagram followers.

“A few weeks ago, we sat outside on a beautiful evening manifesting our lives together”, she shared in October. Even though you told me not to look at it, I keep your note close. It said, ‘ Me and Kate to marry within a year/engaged and together forever 444’. Liam, I know we’ll be together forever, but not in the way we had planned. You’ll always be with me. I’ve gained a guardian angel. We’ll be with you wherever I go for the rest of my life and the rest of my life. Forever yours, Katelyn 444″.

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Hit musical “Wicked” topped the nominations Wednesday for the influential Screen Actors Guild Awards, which are key to Oscars glory, while Golden Globes darling “The Brutalist” only got one nod and “Maria” star Angelina Jolie was shut out.

“Wicked”, the big-screen adaptation of the Broadway smash, earned five nods including for “outstanding performance by a cast” — the top SAG Awards prize — lead actress, supporting actor and actress, and stunt ensemble.

Bob Dylan biopic “A Complete Unknown” scored four nominations while surreal narco-musical “Emilia Perez”, a major winner at Sunday’s Globes, scored three nods.

Those three films will battle with Cannes favorite “Anora”, which also had three nominations, and papal thriller “Conclave” for the top cast award, organizers announced.

There was no place in “The Brutalist,” a grand immigrant drama about a Hungarian architect who survives the Holocaust and immigrates to the United States, despite receiving one nomination from Globes winner Adrien Brody.

Hollywood actors vote for the SAG Awards, which is the largest segment of the Academy’s voting bloc for the Oscars.

Therefore, the awards are closely monitored as indicators of potential Academy Award winners.

Jolie’s inability to win a SAG nomination for her portrayal of opera diva Maria Callas in “Maria” may not be in good shape for her chances of winning an Oscar.

Vying for lead actress honors with “Wicked” star Cynthia Erivo will be Globes winner Demi Moore for body horror film “The Substance”, Pamela Anderson (“The Last Showgirl”), Karla Sofia Gascon (“Emilia Perez”) and Mikey Madison (“Anora”).

Also left out in that stacked category was Nicole Kidman, who earned critical acclaim for her turn in the steamy “Babygirl”, and Globes winner Fernanda Torres, for “I’m Still Here” about Brazil’s military dictatorship.

In “Conclave,” Brody will face Ralph Fiennes in the lead role, Timothee Chalamet in “A Complete Unknown,” Daniel Craig in “Queer,” and Colman Domingo in “Sing Sing.”

“Wicked” had a difficult night at the Golden Globes, only winning the award for cinematic and box office achievement, but it came roaring back in the SAG nominations, with Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey earning individual nods.

The SAG Awards also honor television, with Japanese historical drama “Shogun” — already a big winner at the Emmys and Golden Globes — leading with five nominations.

The SAG Awards will be held on February 23 in Los Angeles, and Netflix will be streaming live for the second year in a row.

Due to the devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area, the live nominations ceremony on Wednesday was postponed.

The Critics Choice Awards’ Gala will be postponed due to the blazes, organizers later on Wednesday told AFP.

DGA nominations

Hollywood’s directors ‘ guild also announced its own nominations on Wednesday.

The shortlist includes Sean Baker for “Anora”, Jacques Audiard for “Emilia Perez”, Edward Berger for “Conclave”, Brady Corbet for “The Brutalist” and James Mangold for “A Complete Unknown”.

Jon Chu was shut out for “Wicked”.

Say goodbye to having to wear five layers while sitting at your desk or awkwardly trying to wrap yourself in a blanket, this Amazon find could help save on your energy bills as well as keep you toasty while you work.

Currently reduced in a covetable flash sale, remote workers can pick up a Vinsetto Reclining Office Chair, which comes stocked with massage and heat functions, for less. But you’ll need to act fast, there’s no telling how long this deal will last.

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This comfy chair is currently available at a discounted price of £129.99 and boasts an impressive 4.1 out of 5 star rating from hundreds of Amazon customers.

Featuring six massage points, this is an ideal pick for those suffering from back pain or just fancy some pampering at the desk. This gem also offers heating functions that are sure to help keep you warm while you work through the chilly winter months, reducing the need to put on the oh-so-expensive heating.

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This executive office chair makes a statement in a home or office setting, thanks to its luxe brown leather finish. With ample cushioning on the back and seat, you’re set to be comfortable all through the working day. It is wrapped in microfibre upholstery with thick padding, which offers great breathability between your skin and the chair, so it’s even a top pick in the summer months.

Equipped with an adjustable height, the chair features a high back, fixed armrests, a large swivel seat and five wheels on the base, making it a suitable pick for any office or working space. Available in various colourways, it’s worth noting that only the brown and dark brown shades have this handy discount applied, bringing down the price tag from £140.

Shoppers love this Vinsetto chair, as 5-star reviews pour in. One reviewer beams: “Old chair was getting towards the end of life so treated myself to this seat. Easy to assemble (12 bolts and they supply the Alan key) I was all done in 10 minutes. Tested it and find it very comfortable and will be perfect for working from home”.

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A 23-year-old Guinean migrant who entered the Cannes film festival last year has been granted a work permit, according to his lawyer, who said on Wednesday that he can avoid deportation.

Abou Sangare won rave reviews as the lead actor in last year’s film “L’Histoire de Souleymane” (“Souleymane’s Story”) in which he played a food delivery cyclist in Paris who is preparing for an immigration interview.

In a role that reprised many of his own personal experiences as an undocumented immigrant living in France, he won the Cannes award for best male performance.

His lawyer, Claire Perinaud, told AFP that he had to file three unsuccessful applications for work visas and was ordered to deport him after the latter had successfully obtained a one-year permit for the first time.

He will ask for renewals and will be able to obtain longer-term visas later, she said, adding that this was in line with a report that was first published in his neighborhood newspaper, Ici Picardie.

Sangare claimed to have accepted a job as a mechanic and intended to work there instead of pursue a film career.

“There might be offers but I’m a mechanic, that’s my trade”, he said. “I can’t wait to start working in the garage”.

Sangare was chosen by director Boris Lojkine despite not having any acting experience in his hometown of Amiens, northeast France, between performing off-the-books tasks fixing cars and volunteering at a local education charity.

As a teenager, he left Guinea in search of money to pay for his epileptic mother’s medical expenses.

In an inflatable boat, he traveled across the Sahara to Algeria, Libya, and finally France, where he spent his first two years.