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Dame Jilly Cooper, who was well-known for her “bonkbusters” like Riders, Rivals, and Polo, passed away on Sunday at her home, and tributes have been paid to the author.

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Dame Jilly Cooper has been lauded as “truly one of the kindest women” today.

Poignant tributes continue to flood in for the 88-year-old author, known for her “bonkbusters” including Riders, Rivals and Polo, following her death on Sunday morning following a fall at her home. Some of the cast members of the hit Disney+ series Rivals, based on the book of the same name, have since shared posts in memory of the late writer.

But one of the latest respects today – from experienced tabloid journalist Sarah Vine – described the novelist as generous, humble and warm. Sarah, who was 16 when Riders was published in 1985, wrote: “She (Dame Jilly) was truly one of the kindest women I’ve ever known. The world is a far less fabulous place without her.”

Felix and Emily, Dame Jilly’s children, called their mother “the shining light in all of our lives,” in a statement released yesterday to confirm the tragic news. Her unanticipated passing has shocked everyone,” the statement continued. We are so proud of everything she has accomplished throughout her life, and we are unable to imagine life without her infectious joy and smile. “

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Writing for the Daily Mail, Sarah described how Dame Jilly, born in Hornchurch, Essex, sent her a gold and amethyst brooch in the post, an anecdote Sarah used as her “‘generous’ Jilly story” following similar tales from other friends and acquaintance after news of the death emerged.

“Dame Jilly never wore her talent and success lightly, even when she might have had every right to be a diva,” said Sarah. She was always kind, understanding, and generous to the core. She had a gift for bringing warmth and love to everyone she encountered.

The passing fantasy of the ‘improper use of a hayloft’ in the company of a Rupert Campbell-Black-type made it all more bearable, according to her audience, which included the legions of wives and mothers burdened by responsibility. “

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Mother-of-two Sarah, now a regular columnist, penned her tribute in a poignant piece following Dame Jilly’s passing, which rocked cast members of Rivals. Alex Hassell, who plays Rupert Campbell-Black in the show, posted a photo of the two together on his Instagram page, describing Dame Jilly as a “magical woman” who changed his life.

She was such a generous spirited person to be around, he said, aside from the great wealth of joy, comfort, and excitement her writing has provided to so many.

She portrayed her hero Rupert in a way that was so kind and encouraging to me. I’m so happy I saw her on the other day, and she reportedly said she was proud of me last time. Beautiful and thoughtful throughout.

The notorious Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn has been a prison for Sean “Diddy” Combs, the hip-hop mogul, who has been given a four-year and two-month prison sentence.

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Disgraced rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs is begging the judge to serve his four-yer jail term at a low-level facility, it is understood.

Diddy was sentenced to four years and two months in prison on Friday after he was found guilty on two counts of transportation for prostitution. The 55-year-old artist has, since last September, been locked up at the infamous Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn, New York City, where he has been held in the Special Housing Unit.

However, it is believed that the rebuffed musician requested to spend some time in the low-security facility Fort Dix in New Jersey. According to the report, Diddy’s legal team requested that he move to the smaller facility when the time comes.

The star was detained in New York City on Friday after being found guilty of two prostitution-related transportation charges. He cried as he was detained.

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The Court would like to respectfully suggest that the Bureau of Prisons in Mr. Combs’ Judgment be given a designation facility, according to a note from defense attorney Teny Geragos that is said to have been sent to Judge Arun Subramanian.

We ask that the Court make a strong recommendation to the Bureau of Prisons that Mr. Combs be placed at FCI Fort Dix for RDAP (Residential Drug Abuse Treatment Program) purposes and any other available educational and occupational programs in order to address drug abuse issues and maximize family visitation and rehabilitative efforts.

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The Daily Mail reports RDAPs are voluntary programs in federal prisons, which offer cognitive-behavioral therapy for people with substance abuse disorders.

They typically last six to twelve months. Enrolled prisoners typically reside in a specific area of the prison and choose between work and educational programs geared toward drug abuse.

Combs admitted in court that this was his first sobriety in 25 years while he was a federal prisoner. I lost my way, he said. In the course of my journey, I lost myself. Drugs and excess are what they left behind.

Ozzy Osbourne, a member of Black Sabbath, passed away on July 22 after giving a performance at Birmingham’s Back to the Beginning concert.

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Ozzy Osbourne’s son, Jack Osbourne, described his father’s final concert as a “living wake,” where the star had the opportunity to bid farewell to everyone.

Just 17 days before he passed away at the age of 76 from a reportedly heart attack, the legendary heavy metal singer and his Black Sabbath bandmates reunited for the “Back to the Beginning” concert on July 5.

Ozzy’s father’s final performance was reportedly his father’s last performance, and Jack revealed that he knew this Birmingham benefit concert would be his father’s last performance. In the years leading up to his death, Ozzy had suffered a fall in February 2019.

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When asked how Sharon is holding up his mother, Jack responded, “She’s okay but she’s not okay… She must feel the love, I am aware.

He shared a moving farewell concert in which he said, “I ran back into the dressing room and gave him a big hug.

I gave him a quick kiss. I simply said, “Crush it,” and I was right. You’re going to do it all right. I was crying as well. There was a crowd where I was with my brother, and we both were just crying.

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“It wasn’t because I had feelings for him,” he continued. We weren’t sad for him, though. We were aware that this was the last time, in my opinion. If you consider it in context, it kind of seemed like a living wake. He had to bid goodbye to everyone.

Guns N’ Roses, Metallica, Yungblud, and Anthrax were among the metal and rock stars who performed at the Villa Park concert, along with video messages from Dolly Parton, Ricky Gervais, and Jack Black.

The Prince of Darkness, a musician known as the Prince of Darkness, climbed onto his throne through a trap door in order to make his final entrance.

The last members of the star-studded lineup were Ozzy and his original Black Sabbath bandmates, Tony Iommi, Terence “Geezer” Butler, and Bill Ward.

Ozzy’s family joined fans in biding his heavy metal hero’s final respects during a procession in Birmingham that saw the hearse passing the star’s childhood home in Lodge Road, Aston.

The BBC has since aired a documentary titled Sharon And Ozzy Osbourne: Coming Home, which chronicles the final three years of Ozzy’s life as he and Sharon plan a return to the UK.

Ozzy: No Escape From Now, a documentary that follows the music legend through his final years, airs on Paramount+ on Tuesday, and includes clips from his farewell concert and funeral.

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Although it is thought that the two are feuding, eagle-eyed fans have noticed a fact from Taylor Swift’s most recent album that might indicate that their relationship is back on track.

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Fans believe they’ve noticed a detail about The Life of a Showgirl that proves Taylor Swift and Blake Lively are friends again.

The two were thought to be feuding after Taylor was dragged unwillingly into Blake’s lawsuit with Justin Baldoni. The actress claimed her It Ends With Us director and co-star sexually harassed her and organised a smear campaign against her.

He filed a countersuit alleging that Blake had been a “dragon” and that he had allegedly misled her. In the middle of the trial, details about Blake and Taylor’s text messages, which allegedly referred to her as one of the Gossip Girl star’s “dragons” surfaced.

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Taylor’s attorneys were adamant that she did not want this, despite the fact that both parties wanted to depose her. Fans initially rumored that Taylor and Blake no longer be friends as a result, but fans soon learned that the singer from Fate of Ophelia appears to be slapping Blake in the album’s cover art.

Taylor is seen sporting a bracelet that resembles Blake’s from the It Ends With Us premiere in London on one of the album’s covers.

For her promotional shoot, Taylor donned a Lorraine Schwartz bracelet that the actress had on the red carpet and which she had made.

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Taylor Swift’s recent The Life of a Showgirl promo shots reveal her wearing the EXACT custom-made Lorraine Schwartz pink sapphire and diamond bracelet Blake Lively wore to the London It Ends With Us premiere last August, according to one fan. “Coincidence”

Blake deserves more praise than this. Taylor remarked in her song CANCELLED! how much she enjoys being friends with those who have experienced public outcry. “At least you are aware of who your friends are, because they have matching scars.”

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Many people have attempted to sack Blake as a workplace “bully” due to her lawsuit with Justin. After an interview where the actress appeared to be so rude, it appeared that Kristen Flaa, the interviewer, “wanted to quit,” she was also called a “difficult to work with.

Taylor has also been criticized by many fans for not speaking out about issues in America like ICE raids and anti-trans rhetoric despite having previously cultivated a fan base on activist issues. She is now a billionaire, which has also caused controversy among some.

Taylor claims in the new song that she liked the cancellation of her and her pals. Good thing I like my friends who have been cheated out and are in trouble; I like my whiskey sour; and poison thorny flowers. Some believe that Blake, who owns a liquor business called Betty Booze, is a target of the “whiskey sour” line.

George Clooney, the actor behind Ocean’s Eleven, revealed in a recent interview that he had previously used cocaine and other drugs when he was in his early 20s.

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George Clooney revealed his past drug use as he opened up about a few wild stories from his 20s. The Ocean’s Eleven actor, 64, detailed trying cocaine and ‘other stuff’ when he was in his early 20s, a few years before he landed his first major role in the CBS sitcom E/R.

The actor said in a recent interview, “I tried—I did blow and stuff. I used to joke about how much drug I consumed, but in truth, I never really had a problem.

“Look, there was a Taxi episode where they were all doing blow.” It was initially like, “No, this is not like heroin. It doesn’t make you feel guilty. But then it was like, “Oh, well, it’s actually pretty f**king bad.” Additionally, it was entirely mannitol-cut.

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He continued, “The baby laxative,” in an interview with Esquire. Everyone would say a line before taking a s**t.

The Up in the Air star went on to explain how to make marijuana brownies with his friends while watching The Wizard of Oz and listening to Dark Side of the Moons.

He claimed that all 20 of them were “f***ed” and sat in silence for hours after the movie was over. Hours!, George said. It’s just not my drug, as the sun was rising and we were.

Following his wife’s open letter to his family and the guidelines she has for anyone visiting their home, Amal Clooney made the revelations.

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She claimed over the summer that she has made a privacy statement for her family by banning anyone from using their phones in her home.

She said, “Creating private moments and spaces is becoming increasingly challenging,” when talking to Glamour about living her life as one of the most famous couples in the showbiz industry. But that’s also the reason we frequently entertain guests at home. I now use a phone basket to remove everyone’s phones!

It’s crucial to strike a balance between having fun with your friends and your family so that they can have a safe and open conversation.

“And I would say that having a parent makes you more troubled by some intrusions. Therefore, we do everything in our power to minimize any negative effects on our children. We never post our children’s photos online or anywhere else like that. We never do that.

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