EastEnders actress Jessie Wallace, best known for playing Kat Slater in the BBC One soap, is a proud mum to daughter Tallulah, whom she usually tends to keep out of the spotlight
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EastEnders legend Jessie Wallace has left fans delighted after sharing a snap of her rarely-seen daughter.
The actress shot to fame playing Kat Slater on the BBC soap, making her debut in 2000 with the rest of the Slater clan and it’s fair to say it didn’t take her long to become a firm favourite with viewers.
During her stint on the soap, Kat has been involved in several big storylines. From her many failed romances to jaw-dropping secret daughter twists, Kat’s time in Walford has not been short of drama.
However, away from the soap, Jessie is a proud mum to daughter Tallulah Lilac, whom she shares with ex Dave Morgan. And recently, Jessie and Tallulah enjoyed some R&R at a glam spa getaway.
Taking to her Instagram page, Jessie uploaded sweet snaps from their Champneys Spa visit. In one photo, the mother and daughter duo could be seen posing in bathrobes next to each other.
Other photos showed their delicious food as well as the series of spa treatments they enjoyed. Jessie wrote in the caption: “Thank you @champneysspas for a gorgeous time with my gal@tallulahlilacw. Relaxing treatments, lovely food all the staff are AMAZING!”
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She added: “If you need a relaxing break, this is the place. Big kiss to @michelledcollins for the recommendation and thank you @strongbev.”
The comments section of the post saw Jessie’s Albert Square co-stars and fans rushing to express their shock at just how similar Jessie and Tallulah look.
One person said: “Oh wow your daughter is stunning she’s your double X.” Another chimed in: “Your daughter is stunning, and the image of you. Both look gorgeous.”
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Meanwhile, Michelle Collins, who plays Cindy Beale, penned: “So glad you got to spend time together Jesse and you both look Gorgeous.” Bianca Jackson star Patsy Palmer also gushed: “LOVE,” along with red love heart emojis.
In March 2022, Jessie became a grandmother for the first time aged 50, when Tallulah gave birth to a baby boy, SJ, aged 17. Jessie had not spoken publicly about her daughter Tallulah being pregnant up until she gave birth.
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The actress seems unfazed however at her new role as grandma and appears to have taken on the title with pride as she has continued to reveal glimpses of how life has been with baby SJ since his arrival.
Bradley Walsh opened up about presenting The Chase, ahead of returning to screens alongside his son and co-star Barney Walsh for the latest series of Gladiators
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Bradley Walsh has made a startling confession about The Chase, the quiz show he’s fronted since it first launched in 2009. The presenter and his son Barney are familiar faces on the television, hosting various programmes both as a duo and individually.
When quizzed by Radio Times magazine about whether they tune into each other’s shows, Bradley revealed that he hasn’t actually watched his own programme in quite some time.
He explained: “I wouldn’t imagine Barney watches The Chase, simply because of his filming schedule.
“I haven’t seen The Chase in years because I don’t finish in the studio until five o’clock.”
The 65-year-old did reveal, however, that he’s a devoted viewer of BBC’s Casualty, where Barney, 28, has portrayed Cameron Mickelthwaite since 2023.
He continued: “I’m an avid fan of Casualty and have loved the series for years. I like how the team has recently made it more cinematic.”
Responding to the same question, Barney commented: “We finish filming around 7pm, so it’s rare I’m home in time for The Chase, but when I’ve got time off and it’s on, I do watch. I love it.”
Bradley and his son initially joined forces on screen in 2019, presenting the ITV travel series Bradley Walsh & Son: Breaking dad. The show has since enjoyed a further five series, with the most recent instalment airing in 2025.
Speaking recently about their collaboration, Barney told Express.co.uk: “We actually went through a list of all the things we’ve done and it’s probably about 80 to 100 crazy different activities that we’ve done over the years.
“I started when I was 19, I’m 27 now so it’s been a long time and we’ve made a lot of memories along the way, but I think there are still more things that we can do.”
When pushed about whether another series might be on the cards, he responded: “For now, we’re both focusing on different things.
“Dad and I are both very busy in our own ways but we’d love to make more in the future, but it just depends.”
What’s guaranteed is that Bradley isn’t stepping away from The Chase or its spin-off Beat The Chasers anytime soon.
Speaking previously about his staying future on the show, he told the Daily Mail: “Until people say they’ve had enough and start switching off, I’ll do it.
“We’ve had such an extraordinary time together. It’s the best job in the world.”
In the meantime, viewers can look forward to seeing the father-son partnership back in the arena for the upcoming series of Gladiators.
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Gladiators makes its return to BBC One and iPlayer on 17th January at 5.45pm.
As winter weather makes hair frizzy, the Revlon styler has been branded a ‘breeze’ to use ‘
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Getting hair to look salon-sleek at home can be difficult to achieve, but having the right tools goes some way to making the job easier. Beauty fans have rated a Revlon hair gadget that can dry and style in one, with one shopper saying it has ‘made their life easier’ too.
The product is the Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumiser, which is also reduced to half price, and will cost Argos shoppers £24.99, down from the full price of £50.
This appliance can help users to create volume at the root level, while also curling the ends of hair for an elegant, finished look. Being able to dry and style in one go also means less time spent, and this Revlon styler distributes the hot air evenly as it’s used, meaning less heat damage.
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Revlon also explains that it is ‘boosted’ by Ionic Technology, which means negative ions assist in breaking down water in the hair so it dries faster, and also helps for a smoother, shinier feel as frizz and static are reduced.
The brush itself has tufted nylon bristles that detangle as they work through wet hair, but also won’t pull too much at the roots and help create volume where needed. It has three temperature settings and two speed settings to choose from, and the two-metre cord length also means it reaches pretty far if the plug is further away from a mirror.
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Another handy feature is that it’s a swivel cord, so it moves as it’s manoeuvred and results in fewer tangles with the charging cord, but it can also reach pretty much all around the head. An automatic safety shut-off provides some peace of mind too, and Argos lists it as coming with a manufacturer’s four-year guarantee.
For styling, users should towel-dry wet hair to remove excess water and give the wet hair a comb-through with a brush if possible, then select between low (recommended for fine or thin hair) and high (recommended for thick or coarse hair).
Once the hair is separated into smaller sections, for a smooth dry, start at the roots and brush down towards the ends. For some volume on the ends, start at the roots, and then the brand recommends rolling the brush out towards the end. For extra root lift, they say hold the brush at the roots for two or three seconds.
Elsewhere, for those who don’t mind blowing the budget, ghd has the duet blow-dry hair dryer, which is currently reduced on their website to £279, down from £379. It comes in black, white and pink, and the online description says it has sensors which monitor the temperature ‘400 times per second’.
For a set that gives users a few options, Boots has the Mark Hill Pick ‘N’ Mix Air Flexi Air Styler Starter Kit for £169.99. While pricier, shoppers will get a few attachments to use as part of this set, among them a hot air brush attachment and curling barrels.
Back at Argos, the Revlon product has nearly 1,500 reviews from shoppers. One person said: “Dries my thick hair quickly, with excellent volume, a nice wave, no frizz, and no need for extreme heat. Highly recommended.”
Another five-star review said: “This brush definitely makes your life easier. Drying and styling your hair is a breeze. I love it.”
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Someone else added: “Really pleased with this hair dryer/volumiser. Nice big brush is very gentle on hair, does not get tangled at all, dries hair well and is easy to use. Double pleased as it was on special offer.”
Holly Willoughby’s hopeful plans to return to our television screens in 2026 could be threatened after her dream £8million home became the focus of a bitter planing row
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After a challenging year both personally and professionally, Holly Willoughby was no doubt hoping to turn over a new leaf in 2026. But the star has been dealt a fresh blow after her dream £8million home became the focus of a bitter planning row – leading to fears the fallout could overshadow her long-awaited TV comeback.
Holly, 44, and her TV producer husband Dan Baldwin, 50, already had plans approved for a gym, cinema and a ground floor link at the lavish six-bed property in the south east. But proposals to add a first-floor glass corridor were branded “inappropriate” and “overly dominant” by council chiefs.
It’s the latest in a long line of setbacks for Holly. Just last month, her girl-next-door image took a hit after she pleaded guilty to careless driving after a collision with a scooter driver, whose neck was fractured, while driving in Barnes, south west London.
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The fear now, an expert tells new , is that Holly’s latest negative headlines could potentially stall her TV return. “At a time when so many people are struggling financially, headlines about a large home extension inevitably land badly, even if everything is being done within the rules,” says celebrity PR expert Mayah Riaz.
“The danger for Holly is that she risks looking out of touch. Perception often shouts louder than facts, and right now that perception is uncomfortable.” According to Mayah, public affection for Holly is likely to dwindle if damaging stories continue to swirl, so her best strategy would be to lie low before stepping back into the spotlight.
“What we are seeing with Holly is what I call drip damage,” she explains. “One headline on its own rarely destroys a career, but repeated negative stories slowly erode public goodwill.
“A long pause followed by one strong, well-chosen project would send a clear message that she is selective, not scrambling. The worst thing she could do is look like she is chasing relevance.”
Mayah adds, “But I believe quitting showbiz altogether would be the wrong move. That would look like retreat rather than reset. This is a moment for pause, not disappearance. Sometimes the most powerful strategy is knowing when not to be everywhere.”
Since quitting as co-host of This Morning in 2023 following a vile kidnap, rape and murder plot, the former TV golden girl has battled a volley of personal and professional upheavals.
Last year alone two of her biggest shows – Dancing On Ice and Netflix ’s Celebrity Bear Hunt with Bear Grylls – were cancelled, while the star also stepped down as co-host of ITV gameshow You Bet!.
On a far darker note, last October Gavin Plumb, the security guard jailed for plotting to abduct the presenter, appealed his sentence, causing fresh anguish for the mum-of-three. But with new opportunities on the horizon in 2026, our expert says Holly could still stage a triumphant comeback. The key, she says, is to pick the right TV project and avoid trying to excuse her behaviour.
“This is absolutely recoverable if it is handled correctly,” says Mayah. “The instinct for many celebrities in this position is to explain, defend or over-communicate, but that would be a mistake here and we haven’t seen Holly do this before. The smartest move would be a period of strategic quiet. This would mean being less visible, fewer announcements, no reactive statements. Basically letting the noise settle.
“When Holly does return, it needs to feel intentional and authentic, not rushed or desperate to win approval. The public is surprisingly forgiving when they sense humility and self-awareness.”
As to what would be the ideal platform for her return, our PR guru says Holly may need to step out of her comfort zone. “Holly is not limited in what she can do next, but she may need to pivot,” she says. “Moving into lifestyle, documentary work, or even behind the scenes roles such as production, could allow her to evolve while protecting her reputation.”
But there’s one area of entertainment Mayah believes would be disastrous for the star. “Reality TV as a contestant would be a very risky move for her right now,” she warns. “Shows like Strictly or I’m A Celebrity work best when someone is chasing public affection or reinvention, but Holly has spent her entire career as the reassuring constant, not the underdog.
“The public does not want to watch Holly suffer in a jungle or on a dance floor. They want to see her steady again. Putting herself in a position where she can be judged by the public could further dilute the authority and polish she has built over decades. The moment she starts trying to win votes, it risks looking like she is asking for forgiveness, rather than quietly earning respect.”
While reclaiming her daytime TV crown might feel slightly out of reach, Mayah believes Holly can still forge a hugely successful career. “There is a shift available from golden girl to respected broadcaster, and that is often a more sustainable position long term,” she says. “The public loves a comeback, but only when it feels earned rather than engineered.”
Colleen Hoover has revealed she’s been battling cancer. The author behind the Blake Lively movie, It Ends With Us, took to social media to share a snap of herself during her treatment.
Hoover, 46, informed fans that she was approaching the end of her radiation treatment for the condition. It’s reported that Colleen had initially shared her diagnosis, privately, last month. But this week, she confirmed that she had one more session of radiation left at Texas Oncology. Captioning her upload, she said: “Second to last day of radiation.
“I wish I could blame my hair and facial expressions on @Texas.Oncology, but they’ve been great. Hope you never need them, but highly recommend them.”
Colleen shared her diagnosis with fans on social media
The author underwent surgery and radiation ( colleenhoover/Instagram)
In her post, shared on her Instagram Stories, Hoover was seen wearing a blue hospital gown over her clothing as she posed for a selfie in a mirror. It’s claimed that last month, Colleen told those close to her that she had her cancer surgically removed but was undergoing radiation to prevent it from returning.
She had previously shared that she was suffering from health issues, which prevented her from taking part in promotion for Regretting You, as well as hosting a signing with Lukas Gage. “I’m super bummned, but am having an unavoidable surgery and can’t travel for a while,” she told fans on Instagram in October.
Colleen added that she was “so sad to miss this movie release and premiere, but so grateful to all the actors and the team who put this together.” The author previously explained that while filming Reminds of Him in Canada, she had suffered from “recurring health issues,” which she put off until filming had wrapped.
On a Facebook post, she reportedly said: “When I returned home, I found out I had cancer,” she added that the cancer had “been removed through surgery.”
Colleen continued: “While it felt huge and scary for a bit, and I had to miss out on the Regretting You premiere, and some other important career and personal moments, I just wasn’t ready to share with anyone until I knew what the outcome would be.”
However, while Colleen’s latest book, Woman Down, is set for release today, she said that she hadn’t set up a promotional tour with fans due to her health. She commented: “I wanted to make this post and be transparent about why that is. I’m not saying I won’t be up to doing at least one signing, but I just won’t know until I know.”
But, she told fans that she was “relieved and lucky that it was a comparatively quick experience,” while urging fans to “listen” to their body if they noticed “something was off.”
Her biggest movie, It Ends With Us, starring Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni racked up an impressive $148 million in domestic box office and $350 million across the globe.
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Gregg Wallace yesterday broke his silence after being his dismissal from Masterchef — but the shamed presenter insisted innuendos on the show were “no worse than Bake Off”
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Fired Masterchef host Gregg Wallace has admitted he said the slur that led to his dismissal was “stupid, defensive, and arrogant”.
Breaking his silence following the sacking, Wallace, 61, apologised for his behaviour — but stressed innuendos on Masterchef were “no worse than Bake Off,” referencing the popular Channel 4 show The Great British Bake Off.
Wallace maintained it was never his “intention to make anyone feel uncomfortable” and now understands why participants may have hesitated to challenge his conduct at the time, worried it might jeopardise their prospects of winning his programme. He lost his job on the BBC programme in July last year amid claims of inappropriate sexual behaviour and inappropriate sexual comments, allegations he strongly denies.
But his apology yesterday was lengthy and widely read and shared on Instagram. In it, the entrepreneur, raised in Peckham, southeast London, said he had been “stupid, defensive and arrogant”.
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The apology in full reads: “Let’s start with the one thing I can say, without any doubt, that I got completely wrong. When the media first reported the allegations made against me, I went on social media and dismissed the people making complaints as ‘middle-class women of a certain age.
“It was a stupid, defensive, and arrogant thing to say. I felt like I was being backed into a corner, and I lashed out. There’s no excuse for it. It was hurtful and wrong. It’s not what I truly believe, and I’m sorry for what I said.
“In that moment, I failed to listen, reflect, and respect. I’ve learned from that post that when you’re under fire, the first thing you should do is listen, not talk.
“I’ve been doing a lot more of that over the past year, and as I work to move on with my life following last year’s investigation and my subsequent dismissal, I find it increasingly important to share my truth.”
The father of three went on: “That feeling of being backed into a corner was a reaction to a situation I still cannot fully comprehend. For twenty years, I presented as that loud, cheeky greengrocer off the telly.
“It was a persona I adopted for the boisterous workplace environment, full of bawdy humour. I’ve always loved a bit of banter and a bit of a laugh, so I felt like I was fitting in on set, matching the culture that was engineered from the top down.
“First thing in the morning, the directors would whip us up with energy and excitement, a sentiment it was my job to reflect. They’d hype you up because that’s what they wanted for the show. You’re unscripted, you’re bouncing off the walls, and you’re all trying to make each other laugh.
Discussing the humour on the MasterChef set, Wallace insisting the “colourful” language and jokes were akin to those on Bake Off. He added: “We’d make jokes you’d see on any episode of Bake Off, suggestive comments like the ones that regularly show up on The 1% Club. I would bring real high energy into that studio.
“And yes, many of the jokes were sexual. I relied on innuendo quite heavily. Food is full of innuendo. Spotted dick, nuts, the rim of a glass, little tarts… We leaned into it.
“All of us. I’d see cameramen making phallic shapes out of leftover ingredients on the bench. I’d join in conversations about sex and relationships because that’s what everyone in the studio was talking about.
“I wasn’t a lone wolf making crude comments in a silent office; I was part of an ensemble that was noisy, energetic, and yes, sometimes crude. That was the job. That was the culture. I behaved the way I thought was expected of me. My intent was always to participate appropriately, and I believed I was doing so.
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“My job was to put contestants at ease and to get the lines production needed for the edit. I did it the only way I knew how: trying to make people feel like part of the group.
“I thought it was working. I genuinely thought everyone thought it was hilarious. I saw the people around me making these jokes and assumed they were a normal, encouraged part of workplace behaviour, and that when I did it, it would be perceived the same way.
