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Prior to his first appearance on this year’s Strictly Come Dancing, Tom Skinner revealed he had a two-week “fling” behind his wife Sinead’s back, just weeks after their wedding.

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Thomas Skinner’s wife has revealed that after his affair, she kicked him out of their family home. He made headlines for all of the wrong reasons prior to his short stint on Strictly Come Dancing after admitting to having a “fling” behind his wife Sinead’s back, and now Tom’s other half has revealed exactly what happened when he came clean about the affair to her.

One week before his first appearance on the BBC One show, The Apprentice star, 34, confessed to a “two-week fling” with a beauty clinic boss and said, “it was the biggest mistake of my life.”

Speaking about her husband’s infidelity for the first time, Sinead admitted she kicked him out of the family home after being left devastated by the news. She explained: “When he first told me what had happened, I made him leave. I was devastated.

“I will never forget Thomas telling me. I remember thinking, ‘I never thought this would happen to me’. It was one of the worst days of my life. I only told one friend, nobody else.”

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Sinead added to The Sun: “But we eventually worked it out. I just knew how much I love him and I wanted to work it out. He made a mistake. It was a tough time. One of his friends had just died.”

She explained that the cheating was in the past for them and they are now “stronger than ever”. Despite his scandal, Sinead admits that the couple are stronger than ever and have gone on to welcome their twin daughters together. But it was his stint on Strictly which brought the cheating to light. “It has been hell,” she revealed.

The mum-of-three went on to explain that it’s been “horrendous” having to re-live that chapter all over again, especially since the pair had put it behind them in an effort to start again.

Back in September, the BBC star said that he had a two-week fling with Amy-Lucy Rourke, 35, and “it is the biggest mistake of my life.” He continued: “I met her in a pub. She was a single mum. We chatted on the phone, and she offered me some kind of cosmetic slimming treatments.”

He told The Sun: “It was nothing more than that. It was the one time; it was a mistake. I woke up feeling absolutely terrible about it. I felt so guilty. I told my wife. I let her down in that brief moment of madness where I wasn’t thinking, where I didn’t appreciate what I had. I’m sorry. I’m so, so sorry.”

However, just days after he went public with the affair, Amy came forward and claimed he had told her she was the “love of his life” and the fling had actually been three months long.

She claimed to the Daily Mail: “We were originally friends, but with his sweet-talking and his lies, he made me believe we were in love. He would stand in the mirror with me and say, ‘Look, we’ll be Mr and Mrs Skinner’. That is actually traumatising to me.

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“You don’t say that to someone when you’re already happily married. I fell in love with him, but Thomas is nothing but a liar and a cheat.” Thomas and Sinead first met at a bar in London in 2018 and got engaged two years later. The fling occurred shortly after their wedding in May 2022, when they were already parents to their son, now four years old.

The pair also now have identical twin daughters who are two years old. Tom and his Strictly partner Amy Dowden were the first to be eliminated from this year’s show after landing in the bottom two with Chris Robshaw and Nadiya Bychkova. All four judges unanimously decided to save Chris over Tom.

During his exit interview with Tess Daly, he gushed: “Thank you, Amy – sorry that we haven’t done too good, ’cause you’re a different class.

“I’ve never danced before and my stay was short, but Amy’s amazing. It’s been great fun and I’ve enjoyed it. I can’t really dance that well but I’ve had fun!”

Strictly Come Dancing continues on Sunday night at 7:15pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

At Princess Eugenie’s wedding, which took place seven years ago today, the Prince of Wales had a telling four-word response after the Duke and Duchess of Sussex announced they were pregnant with their first child

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Seven years ago today, Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank tied the knot in a stunning ceremony at Windsor Castle in front of the entire royal family. On the same day, a secret held by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle was shared, making the day memorable in more ways than one.

Standing in the wedding reception at St George’s Hall, the Duke of Sussex dropped a bombshell on his brother Prince William : that he and his wife, after being married for just five months, were expecting their first child. Harry recalled the moment he told his brother of their happy news in his autobiography Spare, revealing William’s telling reaction.

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He wrote: “We were in a big room, suits of armour on the walls. Strange room, strange moment.” Harry recalled William’s response to his news and said he smiled and uttered just four words: “We must tell Kate.”

Harry also detailed the Princess of Wales ‘ reaction and said she was overjoyed to hear the news, as he wrote: “She also gave a big smile and hearty congratulations. They both reacted exactly as I hoped – as I’d wished.”

Meghan and Harry also told King Charles about their pregnancy at the wedding, as the Duke of Sussex said the monarch was “delighted” when he found out he would be welcoming another grandchild.

Harry wrote: “Just before a drink reception for the bride and groom, we cornered Pa in his study. He was delighted to learn that he was going to be a grandfather for a fourth time; his wide smile warmed me.”

Meghan Markle gave birth just six months later to Prince Archie on May 6, 2019 at the Portland Hospital, London. Harry also wrote about the birth of his first child in his memoir and admitted he was very nervous ahead of the birth.

The Sussexes have since gone on to welcome a second child, Princess Lilibet, who was born at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital in California on June 4, 2021, one year after they quit their royal duties and relocated to America.

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Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank tied the knot on October 12 2018, exchanging their vows in St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle in front of the entire royal family, including the late Queen Elizabeth.

More than 850 people, including Robbie Williams and Cara Delevigne, packed into the chapel to see Eugenie and Jack get married. Since their big day in 2018, Eugenie and Jack have welcomed two children – August, who was born in February 2021 and Ernest, who arrived in late May 2023.

Pink is taking over this autumn, and we’ve rounded up the best buys on the high street from the likes of Next, H&M and Tu Clothing

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Move over black, this autumn we’re all about pink. From soft blush knits to statement rosy tailoring, the shade is taking over wardrobes everywhere, proving that a fun pop of colour can work just as well as a neutral in the cold weather.

Whether it’s a statement coat, everyday blouse or subtle accessory, pink is the easiest way to add a little dopamine dressing into your wardrobe.

And with Breast Cancer Awareness Month shining a spotlight on the colour throughout October, now is a better time than ever to wear it. And luckily you don’t have to spend loads to tap into the trend. The high street is full of affordable pink pieces that look far more expensive than their price tags.

From knits to coats and blouses, we’ve found the best ways to wear pink this autumn…

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The easiest way to look chic is to opt for a colour-drenched look. Head-to-toe outfits in one colour always look so cool, and we love the blush pink tones of this jacket and skirt from H&M.

SHOP THE LOOK: Modal-Blend Jacket, £44.99 here, and Bow-Front Skirt, £37.99 here

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You don’t have to compromise on style to wear a puffer jacket; they can look fashionable and functional. The best way to do so is to go for a printed or colourful puffer, as this feels a little more fashion-forward than the standard black and khaki ones.

Plus, this Next puffer has removable sleeves, so it can be tailored into a gilet—two puffers for the price of one!

SHOP THE LOOK: Pink Check Short Padded Coat with Detachable Sleeves, £65 here

PRIMARK

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Purchasing a cosy pair of pyjamas is a non-negotiable for us in the autumn, and this gorgeous Primark set is perfect for staying comfy in the cold weather.

Plus, Primark donates globally £1 million to breast cancer charities, which includes £300,000 to its long-standing charity partner Breast Cancer Now in the UK.

SHOP THE LOOK: Shop in your local Primark store

TU CLOTHING

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Boho fashion is still in, and this dusky pink blouse from Tu Clothing at Sainsbury’s perfectly nails that trend. Team with a simple pair of denim jeans or a midi skirt for a chic, autumnal look.

SHOP THE LOOK: Dark Pink Tie Neck Frill Blouse, £16 here

PHASE EIGHT

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A statement coat is well worth investing in this winter, and we’re obsessed with this stunning light pink one from Phase Eight. Team with burgundy and cherry shades for the ultimate cool-girl colour combination.

Natalie Cassidy has been a staple of EastEnders for over 30 years, but she said goodbye to the BBC One soap earlier this year as she left behind her character Sonia Fowler

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Natalie Cassidy has become one of the most well-loved characters on BBC soap EastEnders over the years, but she said her farewells to the cast earlier this year.

Playing a crucial part in EastEnders for decades, she first appeared on the programme in 1993 as Carol Jackson’s (Lindsey Coulson) third daughter.

Securing one of her first significant plotlines in 2000, when her character learnt she was expecting a baby, Natalie has remained central to the drama ever since — from romances and family rows to continuous clashes with other characters.

Following more than 30 years portraying Sonia, she said goodbye to the soap in touching scenes broadcast in April this year.

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Having been away from EastEnders for just a handful of months, she has already discussed the prospect of making a return, revealing to My Weekly magazine that she chose to depart to spend more time with her family and “try different things,” including launching her well-loved Life with Nat podcast.

Discussing a potential return, she offered a three-word answer, stating: “I’d never say never. And because Sonia’s gone off with her trumpet on a boat, not in a coffin, I’d never say never to returning — it’s my home.”

Natalie made her last appearance as Sonia in April, departing Walford for Bali alongside her daughter Rebecca Fowler (portrayed by Jasmine Armfield) and Bianca Jackson (Patsy Palmer).

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Despite many speculating that her recent departure from the soap will be her final one, it’s not the first time she’s left the Square, having initially exited in 2007 before reprising her role two years later.

Since her latest exit, two of her other ventures have abruptly concluded.

In a recent interview, she revealed that she doesn’t anticipate her Channel 4 programme What’s The Big Deal? being commissioned for a second series, while her Off The Telly podcast, co-hosted with Joanna Page, also appears to have wrapped up.

However, while her Off The Telly podcast appears to have come to an end, she continues to welcome her friends and family onto her Life with Nat podcast.

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She’s due to make a comeback on our screens this morning on Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch, where she’ll join fellow guests Mark Ronson, Adrian Dunbar, and Professor Brian Cox, along with presentersTim Lovejoy and Simon Rimmer.

Brooke Vincent has revealed her plans to return to Coronation Street, six years after her character, Sophie Webster, was last seen on the ITV soap opera

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Brooke Vincent has hinted at a return to Coronation Street in the near future. Her character, Sophie Webster, was last seen on screens in Weatherfield on October 9, 2019, before the actress took maternity leave, 15 years after she first waltzed onto the famous cobbled street.

She decided to take an extended period of leave due to not taking a “typical” maternity leave period. But with her two children now growing up, the 33-year-old has revealed she would be in a position to return to the programme should the call come in from soap bosses.

During her final appearance on the show, viewers saw Sophie go travelling after inheriting money from her Aunty Vi, with her character leaving Weatherfield in a taxi as she headed to the airport. But this could all change in the near future.

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“I feel like Corrie for me is home,” Brooke exclusively told the Mirror. The Audenshaw-born actress went on to add: “Whenever, if ever, they ask me, I’d love to go back and see them. It’s a different type of job now we’ve got the boys. I’ve got a lot of friends there, it’s like my family.

“It’s such a lovely place to work, so definitely, I feel like I’ve had such a long time off that I’ve been able to enjoy my children without the schedule of how hard it can sometimes be. I think obviously now they’re a bit older and they’re a bit more independent, and there’s obviously the opportunity to take on more work.

“It’s the adult conversation, routine, it’s always a gorgeous place for me to work, and I have gone off and worked in different environments with different people, but Corrie is a huge part of me, and I feel incredibly lucky to have that.” During her leave from the show, Brooke has thrown herself into various projects, including presenting on Hits Radio as well as a touring appearance in Kay Mellor’s The Syndicate, alongside Max George and Gaynor Faye.

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She said: “It was fab! I loved the play, I had a ball. It was a Kay Mellor play, so I felt incredibly lucky to be working alongside Gaynor (Faye) and Kay’s grandson, Ollie. It was a family production and we embraced our roles in it.

It was hard when I was working away, navigating uniform, hobbies, what do they need, there’s a lot that goes into being a parent. And when it’s paired with something that is also quite hard, sometimes, juggling it all, it can be quite difficult. On the whole, I had a ball and I absolutely loved it.”

Brooke grew up on screens, while her partner, Kean Bryan, made a name for himself on the football pitch, playing for the likes of Manchester City and Oldham Athletic, witht the couple now sharing sons Mexx, six, and Monroe, four, but she admits she has reservations about if their children were to follow in their footsteps.

She revealed: “It’s quite daunting when you’re a parent and they want to go into the profession you’re familiar with. Acting and footballer, those two professions are constantly proving yourself, getting up from rejection and dealing with that, growing with that.

“That’s something, my two little boys are so small, I’m like ‘I don’t want you to do that’, the thing that I love about them getting older, their personalities are coming out now, and you get to see what they enjoy and are good at.

“One of my little boys is a real performer; it’s nice to see them growing up and choosing what they want to do. I don’t know how I’d feel. I’d be super supportive, but there’s also a deeper level of understanding of what mentally you sometimes have to go through with these jobs. You want them to have the easiest life.”

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While Brooke’s life may look super relaxed on her social media pages, the actress admits that every day is a struggle in the family home, saying: “Any parent will tell you, the second you have to think about other people and the dynamic of kids, school, uniform, which child has which hobby, it’s a different dynamic. Sometimes it’s like juggling in the dark; you’ve got no clue if you’ve gotten through the day.

“I literally just wing it. Every single day, I wing it. Some days, I win at it, and some days I don’t. That’s the reality of what life is like now. My job isn’t necessarily a job where I know I’m going to be, what time I’m going to start, or what time to finish.”

Her online followers often see Mexx and Monroe mocking Brooke’s outfits but she admits she finds this hilarious as children have “no filter” until they’re much older. Laughing about their brutal comments, she explained: “The kids, they’re very funny, they tell the truth – there’s been times where I think I look really good, I go downstairs and they go ‘What have you got on?!’

“They don’t let you off with anything. Or if I’ve got a spot, they’ll be like ‘Mum, what is that spot?’ There’s definitely power in their words, freedom of speech; they don’t have a filter until they’re a little bit older, it’s funny.”

Most recently, Brooke joined forces with Emmerdale actor Danny Miller and Capital FM broadcaster Wingman to discuss their parenting experiences on a hilarious podcast. However, the podcast has been a long time coming, with Brooke revealing the trio had been discussing ideas in a group chat prior to signing a deal.

Speaking about the project, she said: “Finally, it’s out there, which is a bit surreal. We’ve sat and recorded some eps, when other people get to hear it, it’s been nice, it’s fun, we like it, we’re having a good life.

We’re all in the same industry, we’ve been brought up very differently, our stories on the pod are about being parents, it’s very much tongue in cheek. There’s a lot of laughs, it’s nonsense, just getting together and having a good laugh.

I feel like ours is refreshing; it’s just fun, we have an absolute ball. It’s been funny to see how one conversation will start and the next we’re off on a tangent. It’s not super polished – we’re just being nuisances constantly. It’s a real, feel-good podcast.”

You Don’t Know You’re Born is available to stream on all podcast platforms.

Ian Watkins’ ex-girlfriend Jo Mjadzelics revealed she burst into tears after hearing that the former Lostprophets frontman had been killed at HMP Wakefield

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Ian Watkins’ ex-girlfriend has revealed she started to cry when she heard he was dead. On Saturday, it was announced that the former Lostprophets frontman had been stabbed to death in jail.

He was serving a 29-year prison sentence for child sex offences. Watkins, aged 48, was attacked with a knife on Saturday morning. Emergency services were sent to HMP Wakefield, but he was pronounced dead on the scene. A Prison Service spokesperson said in a statement: “We are aware of an incident at HMP Wakefield which took place this morning. We are unable to comment further while the police investigate.”

Wakins was jailed in December 2013 with a further six years on license after he admitted a string of sex offences, including the attempted rape of a fan’s baby. Following the news, Jo Mjadzelics, 48, who first told the cops about Watkins’ dark fantasies, said she cried when she heard the news.

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She told the Mirror: “I was shocked having the news out of the blue as I would with anyone who’s died.” Jo added: “There were tears, but only because of the shock – not tears for him.” She went on to explain that she was “surprised” it had taken 13 years for Watkins to be killed.

“I was worried sick he’d get out and track me down or something,” she added. A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said yesterday: “At 9.39am this morning (Saturday), police were called by staff at HMP Wakefield reporting an assault on a prisoner.

“Emergency services attended and the man was pronounced dead at the scene a short time later. Detectives from the Homicide and Major Enquiry Team are investigating and inquiries remain ongoing at the scene.” Two years prior to his death, he suffered severe but non-life-threatening injuries after being taken hostage.

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In 2013, the Welsh native, 48, pleaded guilty at Cardiff Crown Court to 13 child sex offences. He also admitted to the rape and sexual assault of a child who was under the age of 13. Watkins also admitted conspiring to rape a child, three counts of sexual assault involving children, seven involving taking, making or possessing indecent images of children and one of possessing an extreme pornographic image involving a sex act on an animal.

Sentencing Mr Justice Royce said the case broke ‘new ground’ and ‘plunged into new depths of depravity’. He said Watkins had a ‘corrupting influence’ and had shown a ‘complete lack of remorse’. He added Watkins posed a significant risk to the public in particular to women with young children.

The musician was later handed an extra 10 months after he was discovered to have a mobile phone in his possession while behind bars. Initially, he denied having a three-inch GSTAR phone in his cell. As the verdict was read out, Watkins claimed that “known murderers” in his prison told him to keep an eye on the phone after chucking it on his bed.

During the hearing, Judge Rodney Jameson QC said: “I am very conscious of the fact you are serving a very long time and you will be well into middle age by the time you are released.

“The fact of the matter is, if there is not an appreciable penalty for having had a mobile phone in these circumstances, then of course you would draw from that the lesson you could have another one, and that is not a position I would want to encourage.”

Speaking about possible repercussions, he said: “Chances are someone would sneak up behind me and cut my throat. It’s not like one-on-one. Stuff like that, you don’t see it coming.” He was said to be sharing his wing with murderers, killers, rapists and paedophiles, who he described as “the worst of the worst”. Asked to describe his music career during an earlier appearance, Watkins told the court his band had sold between five and ten million records across the world between 1999 and 2012.

Watkins said the Lostprophets had toured all over the world, headlining at Wembley Arena and the MEN Arena in Manchester. Watkins was allegedly paying for protection in prison after being stabbed with a “sharpened toilet brush”. The convicted sex offender reportedly had “access to money” and “spent his time” buying both protection and friendships after the attack in 2023, which was reportedly over a £900 drugs debt.

If you’ve been the victim of sexual assault, you can access help and resources via www.rapecrisis.org.uk or calling the national telephone helpline on 0808 802 9999