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Celebrity hairstylist Lou Teasdale has devastatingly reflected on the day her best friend Caroline Flack died as she was the last person to see the TV presenter alive

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Caroline Flack’s best friend Lou Teasdale has heartbreakingly opened up on the day she died as she tried to be by her side. The Love Island host died by suicide on February 15 2020 aged 40.

Following Caroline’s tragic death, here mum Christine has questioned why her pals Lou and Mollie Grosberg left her alone in her flat on the night she took her own life. Her death came just a day after they raised concerns about the TV star’s welfare following a suicide attempt previously.

Mollie previously said she would ‘ never get over ‘ what happened, as Lou candidly shared her side of the story in a new interview. The celebrity hair stylist, who is mum to daughter Lux, was the last person to see Caroline alive.

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Recalling her final moments with the TV star, Lou shared: “The night before, she had attempted. So, the paramedics had sort of given a big talk to get her through the night.

” I always felt that I needed to get her through the night then I would go home to my daughter and she’d be alright in the day. I was never that worried in the daytime. I was too panicky in the night to leave her. “

Speaking of the day Caroline died, Lou added:” That morning, I was with another one of our friends, she wasn’t in a good way but we left her. We went home.

“My parents had come, with my sister and her kids, and they were like ‘ come on have a day with the kids because you have got your own life, she is not going to do anything’. I know with suicide, people often call their bluff.

” ‘ If she wanted to, she would do it but she’s not’. Caroline’s sister was going to come and see her so that was all planned. “Lou headed out with her family and daughter but was contacted by Caroline’s sister Jody.

” When her sister couldn’t get in the flat, I got panicky again and I couldn’t stay away, “Lou explained”. I didn’t think she had actually done it. I was worried that she had and that her sister was there on her own.

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“In the end, my dad said ‘ come on we will go and see if she’s alright but you are coming back here with the kids’. In that time, was when she actually did it”.

Lou shared how the door to Caroline’s flat was locked and that they needed to call the landlord to be able to be let in. While on Paul C Brunson’s We Need to Talk podcast, he asked what the first thought that came to Lou’s mind was.

She likened it to a horror movie and devastatingly shared: “It’s like something heavy is chasing you, it’s really hard to explain it. It was an out of body experience really.

” I was just screaming, panicking and I was glad my dad was there to deal with what needed to be dealing with. And trying to comfort her sister who was with us. “

When asked if she has been able to” properly grieve “Caroline, Lou admitted:” No because I think suicide is a really hard death for people to grieve because it is filled with so many emotions. “

If you’re struggling and need to talk, the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123. Alternatively, you can email jo@samaritans.org or visit their site to find your local branch

Celebrity hairstylist Lou Teasdale has devastatingly reflected on the day her best friend Caroline Flack died as she was the last person to see the TV presenter alive

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Caroline Flack’s best friend Lou Teasdale has heartbreakingly opened up on the day she died as she tried to be by her side. The Love Island host died by suicide on February 15 2020 aged 40.

Following Caroline’s tragic death, here mum Christine has questioned why her pals Lou and Mollie Grosberg left her alone in her flat on the night she took her own life. Her death came just a day after they raised concerns about the TV star’s welfare following a suicide attempt previously.

Mollie previously said she would ‘ never get over ‘ what happened, as Lou candidly shared her side of the story in a new interview. The celebrity hair stylist, who is mum to daughter Lux, was the last person to see Caroline alive.

READ MORE: Strictly Come Dancing stars who have tragically died as new BBC series beginsREAD MORE: Olly Murs pays emotional tribute to Caroline Flack before surprise Anastacia debut

Recalling her final moments with the TV star, Lou shared: “The night before, she had attempted. So, the paramedics had sort of given a big talk to get her through the night.

” I always felt that I needed to get her through the night then I would go home to my daughter and she’d be alright in the day. I was never that worried in the daytime. I was too panicky in the night to leave her. “

Speaking of the day Caroline died, Lou added:” That morning, I was with another one of our friends, she wasn’t in a good way but we left her. We went home.

“My parents had come, with my sister and her kids, and they were like ‘ come on have a day with the kids because you have got your own life, she is not going to do anything’. I know with suicide, people often call their bluff.

” ‘ If she wanted to, she would do it but she’s not’. Caroline’s sister was going to come and see her so that was all planned. “Lou headed out with her family and daughter but was contacted by Caroline’s sister Jody.

” When her sister couldn’t get in the flat, I got panicky again and I couldn’t stay away, “Lou explained”. I didn’t think she had actually done it. I was worried that she had and that her sister was there on her own.

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“In the end, my dad said ‘ come on we will go and see if she’s alright but you are coming back here with the kids’. In that time, was when she actually did it”.

Lou shared how the door to Caroline’s flat was locked and that they needed to call the landlord to be able to be let in. While on Paul C Brunson’s We Need to Talk podcast, he asked what the first thought that came to Lou’s mind was.

She likened it to a horror movie and devastatingly shared: “It’s like something heavy is chasing you, it’s really hard to explain it. It was an out of body experience really.

” I was just screaming, panicking and I was glad my dad was there to deal with what needed to be dealing with. And trying to comfort her sister who was with us. “

When asked if she has been able to” properly grieve “Caroline, Lou admitted:” No because I think suicide is a really hard death for people to grieve because it is filled with so many emotions. “

If you’re struggling and need to talk, the Samaritans operate a free helpline open 24/7 on 116 123. Alternatively, you can email jo@samaritans.org or visit their site to find your local branch

King Charles has extended a sweet olive branch to his son, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, following reports that tensions between the family have started to thaw out

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been offered an olive branch by King Charles. In recent years, tensions between the royals had been brewing following Harry and Meghan’s decision to step down as senior working Royals in 2020.

In January of 2020, Harry, 41, and Meghan, 44, announced that they intended to step back as working Royals and live a more financially independent lifestyle in North America and Canada. At the time, they stated that they had hoped to continue working in support of his late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth.

The following year, in February, it was announced that the Duke and Duchess would no longer be working members of The Royal Family but would remain “much-loved” members of the House of Windsor. But tensions started to brew when the Sussexes spoke to Oprah Winfrey about their lives inside the Palace, and spoke about alleged racist comments prior to the birth of their firstborn, Prince Archie.

But in recent years, these tensions have started to wind down after Harry jetted into the UK just hours after he discovered his father was battling cancer. Since then, the Duke and King have met on a handful of occasions, with the most recent being just last month, when the pair enjoyed tea together at Clarence House.

Now, the Mirror can reveal the King’s sweet olive branch to the Sussexes. As most families do, the King has pictures of his relatives scattered across his residences, but one sign has shown he’s keen to build bridges with Harry and Meghan.

The Mirror’s exclusive pictures reveal that Charles, 76, has carefully chosen to display pictures of the Sussexes throughout his official Northern Irish residence, Hillsborough Castle, mainly in the State Drawing Room. But there are no pictures of his brother, Prince Andrew, who stepped down from working Royal life in January 2022, due to his association with convicted paedophile, Jeffrey Epstein.

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A source told us: “Royal Historic Palaces make decisions on what they believe to be appropriate. They are also guided by members of The Royal Family, but the decision over what pictures of the family to use ultimately lies with the King.”

Following the King and Harry’s recent reunion, it was reported that the meeting was “distinctly formal,” with the Duke said to have been left feeling like an “official visitor”. However, a spokesperson for the Duke quickly dismissed this, saying: “Recent reporting of The Duke’s view of the tone of the meeting is categorically false.

“The quotes attributed to him are pure invention fed, one can only assume, by sources intent on sabotaging any reconciliation between father and son. Presumably, those same sources have also chosen to disclose that gifts were exchanged.

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“While we would have preferred such details to remain private, for the sake of clarity, we can confirm that a framed photograph was handed over; however, the image did not contain the Duke and Duchess.”

Although Hillsborough Castle is the official royal residence in Northern Ireland, the estate has been managed by Historic Royal Palaces since April 2014 and is open to paying members of the public. Situated just 20 minutes outside of Belfast, it has been the scene of some of the most historic moments.

These include the signing of the Anglo-Irish Agreement on November 15, 1985, as well as a visit from President George W. Bush in 2003. Just seven years later, the house was used by then Prime Minister Gordon Brown, members of the Democratic Union Party, Sinn Féin and the Irish Taoiseach Brian Cowen to discuss the crisis over Northern Ireland policing.

On September 13, 2022, just days after the death of his mother, King Charles was left livid while at the castle, signing a visitors’ book, he realised he’d written the wrong date. But things became more awkward when his pen started to look, causing the King to fume: “Oh God, I hate this [pen!]”

A spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess declined to comment. Buckingham Palace and Historical Royal Palaces were approached by the Mirror.

King Charles has extended a sweet olive branch to his son, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, following reports that tensions between the family have started to thaw out

View 5 Images

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been offered an olive branch by King Charles. In recent years, tensions between the royals had been brewing following Harry and Meghan’s decision to step down as senior working Royals in 2020.

In January of 2020, Harry, 41, and Meghan, 44, announced that they intended to step back as working Royals and live a more financially independent lifestyle in North America and Canada. At the time, they stated that they had hoped to continue working in support of his late grandmother, Queen Elizabeth.

The following year, in February, it was announced that the Duke and Duchess would no longer be working members of The Royal Family but would remain “much-loved” members of the House of Windsor. But tensions started to brew when the Sussexes spoke to Oprah Winfrey about their lives inside the Palace, and spoke about alleged racist comments prior to the birth of their firstborn, Prince Archie.

But in recent years, these tensions have started to wind down after Harry jetted into the UK just hours after he discovered his father was battling cancer. Since then, the Duke and King have met on a handful of occasions, with the most recent being just last month, when the pair enjoyed tea together at Clarence House.

Now, the Mirror can reveal the King’s sweet olive branch to the Sussexes. As most families do, the King has pictures of his relatives scattered across his residences, but one sign has shown he’s keen to build bridges with Harry and Meghan.

The Mirror’s exclusive pictures reveal that Charles, 76, has carefully chosen to display pictures of the Sussexes throughout his official Northern Irish residence, Hillsborough Castle, mainly in the State Drawing Room. But there are no pictures of his brother, Prince Andrew, who stepped down from working Royal life in January 2022, due to his association with convicted paedophile, Jeffrey Epstein.

View 5 Images

A source told us: “Royal Historic Palaces make decisions on what they believe to be appropriate. They are also guided by members of The Royal Family, but the decision over what pictures of the family to use ultimately lies with the King”.

Following the King and Harry’s recent reunion, it was reported that the meeting was “distinctly formal”, with the Duke said to have been left feeling like an “official visitor”. However, a spokesperson for the Duke quickly dismissed this, saying: “Recent reporting of The Duke’s view of the tone of the meeting is categorically false.

” The quotes attributed to him are pure invention fed, one can only assume, by sources intent on sabotaging any reconciliation between father and son. Presumably, those same sources have also chosen to disclose that gifts were exchanged.

View 5 Images

“While we would have preferred such details to remain private, for the sake of clarity, we can confirm that a framed photograph was handed over, however, the image did not contain the Duke and Duchess”.

Although Hillsborough Castle is the official royal residence in Northern Ireland, the estate has been managed by Historic Royal Palaces since April 2014 and is open to paying members of the public. Situated just 20 minutes outside of Belfast, it has been the scene of some of the most historic moments.

These include the signing of the Anglo-Irish Agreement on November 15, 1985, as well as a visit from President George W. Bush in 2003. Just seven years later, the house was used by then Prime Minister Gordon Brown, members of the Democratic Union Party, Sinn Féin and the Irish Taoiseach Brian Cowen to discuss the crisis over Northern Ireland policing.

On September 13, 2022, just days after the death of his mother, King Charles was left livid while at the castle, signing a visitors ‘ book, he realised he’d written the wrong date. But things became more awkward when his pen started to look, causing the King to fume: “Oh God, I hate this]pen!]”

A spokesperson for the Duke and Duchess declined to comment. Buckingham Palace and Historical Royal Palaces were approached by the Mirror.

If you’ve been wanting to elevate your kitchenware with a best-selling dish from Le Creuset without breaking the bank, you won’t want to miss this Amazon Prime Day deal

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Touted as a one-pot wonder, the Essentials Cast Iron Casserole Dish from Le Creuset is endlessly versatile. It’s ideal for everything from quick and easy 30-minute meals to slow-cooked, aromatic stews, soups, and bouillabaisse, served as a table centrepiece. The downside to the iconic cookware brand? The price tags, which can sometimes exceed the average budget.

But right now, thanks to Amazon’s Prime Day deals, shoppers can pick up the Le Creuset Casserole Dish in the iconic orange hue for 30% less, saving shoppers a whopping £70.

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Boasting an impressive 4.8 out of 5-star ranking on Amazon, with a massive 91% of the 9411 reviews bestowing a perfect five stars, this Casserole Dish is a clear favourite among culinary enthusiasts and kitchenware customers.

The Signature Enamelled Cast Iron Round Casserole Dish is described as a culinary classic. The Le Creuset casserole has been cherished by cooks worldwide for nearly a century. Perfectly designed for stews, roasts, soups, casseroles and baking, this iconic piece is a one-stop pot for memorable meals with an intense depth of mouth-watering flavour.

Equipped with a heat-resistant knob (up to 260°C) designed to provide a better grip, even when using oven gloves to lift the lid, the pot features large handles that allow for easy movement from the hob to the oven to the table, even when wearing oven gloves.

Armed with a light enamel interior that facilitates easier cleaning, this cast iron pot has been designed to fit seamlessly inside the oven, on the hob, induction cooktop, or under the grill. The cast iron construction retains heat for even cooking and browning, so your delicious creations will also stay warmer at the table for longer.

Plus, you can lock in the moisture with its tight-fitting lid, which helps boost moisture and enhances flavour, for perfectly cooked food. Available in a range of colours and sizes, the Le Creuset Casserole Dish allows you to add a pop of vibrant hues to your kitchen, ensuring your kitchenware perfectly matches your interior aesthetic and culinary needs.

It’s worth noting that the £70 refers to the orange colourway in size 20cm; prices may vary depending on the chosen colour or size. Or, if you don’t mind paying full price, you can head to Le Creuset’s own website to find the same Casserole Dish. Or head to John Lewis, where the same pot is available for £225, though stock is limited.

For cheaper alternatives, Amazon offers the Overmont 24cm/4.2L Enamelled Cast Iron Round Casserole Pot with Lid for £35.49, or Dunelm stocks the Cast Iron Casserole Dish for the equally affordable price of £38.

Meanwhile, shoppers can’t stop raving about this Le Creuset icon, with 5-star reviews pouring in. One thrilled buyer beams: “I recently purchased the Le Creuset 28cm Dutch Oven, and I couldn’t be more impressed. The delivery was excellent, fast, secure, and the item was incredibly well-packaged, arriving in perfect condition. This Dutch oven is truly a universal piece of cookware. It’s perfect for everything from slow-cooked stews, curries, and soups to baking crusty bread or roasting a chicken. I’ve already used it to braise beef short ribs, make a rich tomato-based sauce, and even tried no-knead bread, each time, the results were fantastic. The even heat distribution and heat retention are unmatched.”

They add: “It works flawlessly on both the stovetop and in the oven, and the enamel interior means food doesn’t stick easily, making it ideal for browning meats before simmering. The 28cm size is generous enough to feed a family or meal prep in batches, without being unwieldy or difficult to handle.”

More praise comes from this shopper who enthuses: “It’s a Le Creuset! Perfect casserole dish for slow cooking, “mijoter, mariner”, etc. It’s a real pleasure to use this cocotte, very easy to clean! Look beautiful on the stove and on the table directly! Highly recommended.”

And a third chimes in: “This Le Creuset casserole dish is excellent in terms of build quality, heat retention, and even cooking performance. The enameled cast iron feels durable, and it’s perfect for slow cooking, stews, and baking. The lid fits snugly, keeping moisture and flavors locked in. However, it is quite heavy, which might make handling a bit difficult, especially when full. Overall, it’s a high-quality cookware piece that enhances the cooking experience, but be mindful of the weight if that’s a concern.”

Though one shopper provides a balanced argument, writing: “There’s a reason it isn’t cheap. The quality is great, fantastic colour, including on the bottom. The cook quality is great and retains heat so you can turn off the heat and let it finish off by itself. It is a little heavy.”

If you’ve been wanting to elevate your kitchenware with a best-selling dish from Le Creuset without breaking the bank, you won’t want to miss this Amazon Prime Day deal

View 2 Images

Touted as a one-pot wonder, the Essentials Cast Iron Casserole Dish from Le Creuset is endlessly versatile. It’s ideal for everything from quick and easy 30-minute meals to slow-cooked, aromatic stews, soups, and bouillabaisse, served as a table centrepiece. The downside to the iconic cookware brand? The price tags, which can sometimes exceed the average budget.

But right now, thanks to Amazon’s Prime Day deals, shoppers can pick up the Le Creuset Casserole Dish in the iconic orange hue for 30% less, saving shoppers a whopping £70.

READ MORE: Shoppers ‘couldn’t live without a’ robot vacuum that simplifies chores and is now £220 less

READ MORE: 17 of the best Amazon Prime Day deals handpicked by our shopping experts

View 2 Images

Boasting an impressive 4.8 out of 5-star ranking on Amazon, with a massive 91% of the 9411 reviews bestowing a perfect five stars, this Casserole Dish is a clear favourite among culinary enthusiasts and kitchenware customers.

The Signature Enamelled Cast Iron Round Casserole Dish is described as a culinary classic. The Le Creuset casserole has been cherished by cooks worldwide for nearly a century. Perfectly designed for stews, roasts, soups, casseroles and baking, this iconic piece is a one-stop pot for memorable meals with an intense depth of mouth-watering flavour.

Equipped with a heat-resistant knob (up to 260°C) designed to provide a better grip, even when using oven gloves to lift the lid, the pot features large handles that allow for easy movement from the hob to the oven to the table, even when wearing oven gloves.

Armed with a light enamel interior that facilitates easier cleaning, this cast iron pot has been designed to fit seamlessly inside the oven, on the hob, induction cooktop, or under the grill. The cast iron construction retains heat for even cooking and browning, so your delicious creations will also stay warmer at the table for longer.

Plus, you can lock in the moisture with its tight-fitting lid, which helps boost moisture and enhances flavour, for perfectly cooked food. Available in a range of colours and sizes, the Le Creuset Casserole Dish allows you to add a pop of vibrant hues to your kitchen, ensuring your kitchenware perfectly matches your interior aesthetic and culinary needs.

It’s worth noting that the £70 refers to the orange colourway in size 20cm; prices may vary depending on the chosen colour or size. Or, if you don’t mind paying full price, you can head to Le Creuset’s own website to find the same Casserole Dish. Or head to John Lewis, where the same pot is available for £225, though stock is limited.

For cheaper alternatives, Amazon offers the Overmont 24cm/4.2L Enamelled Cast Iron Round Casserole Pot with Lid for £35.49, or Dunelm stocks the Cast Iron Casserole Dish for the equally affordable price of £38.

Meanwhile, shoppers can’t stop raving about this Le Creuset icon, with 5-star reviews pouring in. One thrilled buyer beams: “I recently purchased the Le Creuset 28cm Dutch Oven, and I couldn’t be more impressed. The delivery was excellent, fast, secure, and the item was incredibly well-packaged, arriving in perfect condition. This Dutch oven is truly a universal piece of cookware. It’s perfect for everything from slow-cooked stews, curries, and soups to baking crusty bread or roasting a chicken. I’ve already used it to braise beef short ribs, make a rich tomato-based sauce, and even tried no-knead bread, each time, the results were fantastic. The even heat distribution and heat retention are unmatched.”

They add: “It works flawlessly on both the stovetop and in the oven, and the enamel interior means food doesn’t stick easily, making it ideal for browning meats before simmering. The 28cm size is generous enough to feed a family or meal prep in batches, without being unwieldy or difficult to handle.”

More praise comes from this shopper who enthuses: “It’s a Le Creuset! Perfect casserole dish for slow cooking, “mijoter, mariner”, etc. It’s a real pleasure to use this cocotte, very easy to clean! Look beautiful on the stove and on the table directly! Highly recommended.”

And a third chimes in: “This Le Creuset casserole dish is excellent in terms of build quality, heat retention, and even cooking performance. The enameled cast iron feels durable, and it’s perfect for slow cooking, stews, and baking. The lid fits snugly, keeping moisture and flavors locked in. However, it is quite heavy, which might make handling a bit difficult, especially when full. Overall, it’s a high-quality cookware piece that enhances the cooking experience, but be mindful of the weight if that’s a concern.”

Though one shopper provides a balanced argument, writing: “There’s a reason it isn’t cheap. The quality is great, fantastic colour, including on the bottom. The cook quality is great and retains heat so you can turn off the heat and let it finish off by itself. It is a little heavy.”