Alan Carr was comforted by Nick Mohammed and David Olusoga as he broke down in tears, after winning the first series of Celebrity Traitors
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Alan Carr was left in tears after winning The Celebrity Traitors(Image: BBC)
Alan Carr has received a warning from The Traitors champion Harry Clark, following his victory on the celebrity version of the programme. On Thursday evening, the comedian secured the £87,000 prize for his chosen charity after the faithfuls failed to identify him as a traitor.
The 49-year-old made it to the final three with faithfuls David Olusoga and Nick Mohammed, who together eliminated Joe Marler in an unexpected twist.
After the trio chose to conclude the game following Joe and Cat Burns’ elimination, they each disclosed their true identities.
While finally confessing to being a traitor, Alan broke down in tears as he admitted the role had been “tearing [him] apart”.
He proceeded to apologise to his fellow Celebrity Traitors co-stars, who consoled him during the emotional scene.
Reflecting on his win, Harry, from series two, warned Alan to “be prepared” for what happens next.
Chatting on Heart Breakfast with Jamie Theakston and Amanda Holden, he explained: “I think the only people that trusted me [after winning] was my family and everyone still has that, ‘Oh, I don’t know if I can trust you because of what I’ve seen you do’.
“But then again, Alan was telling the truth, like even when he said he was a faithful he was laughing.
“So, he might get away with it a little bit more than me, but he should be prepared for people not believing a word he says from now on.”
Harry went on to say he wasn’t taken aback by Alan’s emotional reveal, adding: “No not at all, I think once you’re there, you really understand it, the show is completely different when you’re there.”
“At the end of the day it’s a game, and he’s also raised a lot of money for his own charity, he should be very proud of himself.”
The 24-year-old further commented that Alan’s tears “just shows how much of a good person he is”. During the game show, Alan shockingly “murdered” his friend Paloma Faith in plain sight as part of a challenge.
Following her departure, the singer confessed to feeling “humiliated” and “embarrassed” about being the first to leave. She revealed on The One Show: “My four-year-old woke up next to me and she just shook me and she went, ‘Mama, I don’t like Alan anymore he can’t come to our house’.”
She continued: “She was like ‘You can’t invite him to our house again’. I was like ‘Oh God’, she shared, before adding: “He was the only one that my kids have met and they’re like ‘Mummy’s friend’.”
Last night, Alan and Paloma had a face-to-face discussion about the incident that strained their friendship. Speaking alongside Ed Gamble in front of their co-stars, Alan admitted: “I’m a fan of her music, I’ve been a fan of hers for ages. We are friends, we go on each other’s podcasts. It absolutely really hurt, it really did.”
Paloma responded: “Observing tonight and going through my whole plethora of hormonal emotions, the reason why Alan won and the reason why I was so sad was because we all love him so much.
White Lotus star Aimee Lou Wood will no longer front the Marks & Spencer Christmas advert despite being involved in the promotional clip in August
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Aimee Lou Wood (Image: Getty Images)
Aimee Lou Wood has been ‘dropped by M&S’, according to reports. The White Lotus star was set to be the face of the new Marks and Spencer Christmas advert, but appears to have been cut from the production.
The claim comes after the retail giants are said to have initially wooed the 31-year-old actress with a huge fee. Any appearance would have seen her follow the likes of Hannah Waddingham and Sophie Ellis-Bextor in featuring in the festive fun.
However, despite appearing in the promo clip in August, Aimee is thought to have been removed by the brand who have reportedly chosen to go in a different direction.
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A spokesperson for M&S told Mail Online: “We really enjoyed working with Aimee Lou Wood during the early stages of this year’s Christmas campaign – she brought great energy and creativity to the process.
“As the campaign evolved, we started to embed a new product-focused strategy under new leadership. So, rather than a single-hero advert, the campaign was reshaped around a series of festive films and influencer content-drops aligned to key seasonal shopping moments – from gifting and hosting to partywear – delivered through a social-first, multi-channel approach across social media, digital, out-of-home and print.”
It could be seen as a blow for the Stockport-born actress. However, after finding fame in Netflix’s comedy drama Sex Education, she has continued to go from strength to strength before the M&S dropping.
She also portrayed Chelsea in the third series of the Sky Atlantic drama last year. It’s thought she had signed a deal to lead the M&S ad in the summer. But with a change in direction, comes new faces.
It comes as the eagerly anticipated John Lewis advert received a mixed response. It was attempting to pull at the heartstrings with its latest offering that focuses on a father and son struggling to find the words to say how much they care about each other.
That all changes when Dad finds a present addressed to him while packing away the wrapping paper for another year on Christmas morning. This year the famous advert is soundtracked by 90s dance icon Alison Limerick’s hit Where Love Lives, with a newly reimagined version by globally acclaimed artist and producer Labrinth also featuring.
However, while some shed a tear, others blasted the production as “Depressing, boring and not very Christmassy!”
“Just seen the John Lewis Christmas advert,” one user wrote on Twitter/X. “Thought it was dull, depressing, boring and not very Christmassy,”
Another posted on the platform: “The John Lewis Christmas Advert is TERRIBLE!!! What a bunch of nonsense. Unimaginative, unfestive, rubbish. Bring back Moz the Monster or Edgar the Dragon!! #JohnLewisChristmasAdvert #JohnLewis #Rubbish.”
A third was left conflicted, writing: “John Lewis ad 2025 – I’m not sure, it’s underlying message of father son communication is great, but it’s portrayed in such a dark way, you don’t know what’s happening, it’s very vague, and not very festive at all, bordering on depressing even!”
Journey have announced they are splitting up after 50 years together, but the rockers will be saying goodbye to their legion of fans with a 60-date farewell tour
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Journey are going on tour for one final time
Journey are parting ways as they’ve announced a 2026 farewell tour. The rock legends will be bidding goodbye to their devoted fanbase across 60 cities throughout North America and Canada, kicking off on February 28 in Hershey, Pennsylvania, and wrapping up on July 2 in Laredo, Texas – marking the opening leg of their Final Frontier Tour.
Yet founding member and guitarist Neil Schon, 71, has pledged to keep creating music. He said in a statement: “This tour is our heartfelt thank you to the fans who’ve been with us every step of the way – through every song, every era, every high and low.
“We’re pulling out all the stops with a brand-new production – the hits, the deep cuts, the energy, the spectacle. It’s a full-circle celebration of the music that’s brought us all together.
“As its founding member, I carry the Journey torch to this day, wherever I go. The sentiment and spirit of the band will always remain.
“While this marks a farewell to one powerful chapter of the Journey we’ve shared, I want everyone to know I’m not done. Music is still burning strong inside me, and there are new creative horizons ahead. This tour is both a thank you and the beginning of what’s next.”
The group’s present lineup features vocalist Arnel Pineda, 58, drummer Deen Castronovo, 61, bassist Todd Jensen, 65, and keyboardists Jonathan Cain, 75, and Jason Derlatka.
Established in 1973, Journey have shifted over 100 million records worldwide, establishing themselves as one of the planet’s biggest-selling acts. The Don’t Stop Believin’ hitmakers were honoured with an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2017, alongside former singer Steve Perry, who is reportedly not involved in the tour, Neal, Jonathan, keyboardist Gregg Rolie, bassist Ross Valory, and drummers Aynsley Dunbar and Steve Smith.
Jonathan, who became a member of Journey in 1980, described his time with the band as an “incredible” journey.
In a statement, he expressed: “It’s been an incredible ride. We’ve shared our music with millions, and this tour is about gratitude, connection and one last chance to feel that magic together. We wouldn’t want it any other way.”
In 2024, the band abruptly cancelled their entire UK and Ireland tour as fans demanded answers. The 50th Anniversary Freedom Tour was scheduled to start at Cardiff Utilita Arena on Wednesday 30 October before going to Nottingham, Glasgow, Belfast, Dublin, Manchester, Leeds, Liverpool, Birmingham and Newcastle. It was then due to come to an end in London The O2 on Sunday 17 November.
Journey released a statement saying: “Due to circumstances beyond the band’s control, Journey’s UK and Ireland tour is unfortunately cancelled. Refunds will be made from your point of purchase.”
The O2 London has removed the tour date from its site. Some fans think that the tour may have been cancelled due to issues between the band members. Earlier in the month month, it was reported that keyboardist Jonathan Cain had filed a lawsuit against bandmate Neal Schon.
According to documents by Bloomberg Law, the suit was filed on July 30 in relation to Schon’s “expenses related to the tour”. NME reported that the document claims that “Schon believes his role as president of Freedom 2020 authorises him to make decisions unilaterally on behalf of the company”.
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Cain is also thought to have claimed in the file that his bandmate’s behaviour and spending “pose a severe threat of harm to the Company and to Journey’s storied history of musical greatness”. Within the suit are claims that Schon would spend beyond agreed limits for accommodation spending for him and his wife as well as book business class flights.
Victoria Beckham designed a bespoke three-piece morning suit for David’s knighthood ceremony on Tuesday, but revealed she’d made a glaring error with her creation
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David was awarded a knighthood earlier this week
Victoria Beckham, the renowned designer known for her sleek, feminine designs, made a surprising blunder in the suit she crafted her first male suit for husband David’s investiture ceremony on Tuesday. The 51 year old fashion mogul is celebrated for creating pieces that ‘form the basis of the modern woman’s wardrobe’.
However, it was only fitting that she was tasked with designing David’s outfit for what he described as the ‘proudest’ moment of his life – being knighted by King Charles.
At the request of Sir David, Victoria used old photos of Charles donning a similar morning suit as inspiration for her first ever menswear piece from the Victoria Beckham Atelier range.
But, in a twist of events, Victoria accidentally stitched last year’s date onto the label when showcasing the suit on social media.
The label read: “SDB [Sir David Beckham ] Victoria Beckham 04.11. 2024.” The three-piece ensemble, constructed from medium-weight British wool mohair, was adorned with a series of Royal flourishes, including a distinctive lapel chain.
Former Manchester United and England star David, 50, completed the look with a crisp white shirt, tie and shiny black derby shoes. Victoria, on the other hand, donned a custom version of her brand’s Bela dress for the investiture, possibly hinting at the future direction of her fashion brand: a dual approach catering to both men and women.
Sharing a photo of herself alongside Sir David, taken at Windsor Castle on Tuesday, she captioned it: “A day we’ll never forget David wears the first ever tailored menswear piece from the Victoria Beckham atelier — a bespoke three-piece morning suit in British wool mohair, inspired by the timeless sophistication of British royal style. Victoria wears a custom navy Bela dress paired with a @stephenjonesmillinery creation. “I’m so proud of you @davidbeckham. Thankful for this moment and for my incredible team who worked so hard to bring the vision to life.” — Victoria”.
The former footballer, Sir David, donned a bespoke three-piece morning suit in British wool mohair from the Victoria Beckham atelier, inspired by the timeless elegance of British Royal style.
Sir David was knighted for his services to sport and charity, particularly his impact on football over two decades and his ambassadorial role with UNICEF. When asked about his brief chat with King Charles after the ceremony, he revealed: ‘He was quite impressed with my suit. ‘.
The tweed-loving King served as an unexpected inspiration for Sir David’s elegant grey wool suit, complete with single pleated trousers, a tailed jacket and a distinctive lapel chain.
“He’s kind of the most elegantly dressed man that I know, so he inspired quite a few of my looks over the years and he definitely inspired this look,” he explained.
“It was something that my wife made me. I looked at old pictures of him when he was quite young in morning suits and I was like, OK, that’s what I want to wear, so I gave it to my wife and she did it.”
His outfit bore a striking resemblance to the morning suit favoured by Charles during an appearance at an Ascot polo tournament in 1979- right down to the finest details. Ahead of Tuesday’s ceremony, Daily Mail revealed that the secret project of David’s suit began back in June, when the couple learned that the former Manchester United ace is set to be knighted in the King’s Birthday Honours.
David had been spotted attending several fittings at his wife’s atelier in her west London offices, and he’s reportedly ‘over the moon’ with the results.
A mate of the couple told the Daily Mail: “David teases Victoria that she never makes him any clothes. So when they found out in the spring that David was going to get his big day at Windsor later in the year, Victoria decided that she had enough time to make it happen. She’s never done anything like this before and she knew it would be a big undertaking, but Victoria knew the investiture was still a while away,” an insider explained.
“Victoria got stuck in, designing the three-piece suit and, as she doesn’t do things by halves, she threw herself into it and made sure it was spot on. The fact that David will be wearing a Victoria Beckham outfit will make their special day even more memorable.”
Prince William was grilled this week over the recent controversial changes within the Royal Family, and responded with a firm yet polite ‘conversational swerve’
A body language expert has picked up on a subtle yet powerful “swerve” from Prince William during a grilling over his family dramas, that she reckons “many politicians would have been proud of”.
William is in Brazil this week to attend The Earthshot Prize, an annual global environmental prize that recognises significant contributions in the field of environmentalism. Although there was plenty of talk about the issue of climate change, the future king was also pressed about a topic closer to home – and it appears he was well prepared.
It’s no secret that the British Royal Family has had a challenging few weeks. William’s uncle, Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, formerly Prince Andrew, has been stripped of his titles and forced out of Royal Lodge, as controversy over his friendship with convicted paedophile Jeffrey Epstein continues. Andrew, who has vehemently denied any wrongdoing, has now been formally asked to provide evidence to a US congressional committee investigating Epstein’s criminal network, with a response requested by November 20.
Meanwhile, William’s estranged brother Prince Harry was also accused of upstaging him after announcing his ‘peusudo-royal’ trip to Canada, clashingn with William’s high-profile Brazil event. Ahead of the COP30 climate summit, CNN reporter Christiane Amanpour pressed the Prince of Wales about the controversies unfolding behind palace doors, making reference to the father-of-three’s recent chat with actor, writer and producer Eugene Levy.
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Ms Amanpour noted: “Something that drew a lot of interest was when you said to Eugene: ‘I think it’s safe to say that change is on my agenda, change for the good. I embrace and I enjoy that change, I don’t fear it.’ You went on to say: ‘I want to make sure that this is a job that impacts people’s lives for the better, I want to create a world in which my son is proud of what we do.’ Given the fact that there has been a lot of change in your own family recently, talk about that a little bit. Where do you see the change, what do you think needs to happen?”
Responding with some diplomatic skill, William, 43, replied: “I think The Earthshot Prize is a classic example of change. Rather than talk about it, we’re doing it, and that’s where I want it to be. These people in here are the true action heroes of our time, and change will come by backing them, not by what I do. And so I want to surround myself with people who want to make change and do good in the world.”
Clearly refusing to get dragged into questions about his disgraced uncle or Harry and Meghan, he added: “It’s really important, you have to provide a leadership and a vision that there’s good things to come, and it’s not all negative. For my children especially, knowing the planet is going to be in a healthier, better state because of the brilliant people in this room. It’s something I love to tell them when they go to bed.”
His subtle yet pointed response garnered plenty of applause from the audience, and body language expert Judi James was also left impressed, remarking, “William performs a conversational swerve here that many politicians would have been proud of.”
Speaking with the Mirror about William’s clever ‘redirecting’ strategy, Judi told us: “When the ‘killer’ subject of his family dramas comes up, albeit gently, he is sitting in a very elegant, composed pose with his legs crossed. The mic is held in his lap, rather than up by his mouth, as many celebrities tend to do, so they can interrupt or look keen. Holding his mic away from his face like this allows him some element of control as it announces when he wants to speak, as he raises it, and when he is finished, as he lowers it again.
“There is little reaction or movement from the prince to the question, and there is a hint he was prepped for it here. His head tilts slightly to one side in a gesture of acknowledgement, though, which helps avoid looking like the proverbial rabbit caught in the headlights. His eyes remain down, though in a reflective cut-off, giving nothing away about his feelings.”
Picking up on the prince’s ‘one tell’, Judi continued: “William’s one ‘tell’ or non-verbal cue here is one that is common to many speakers, ie it emerges from the movement of his foot. The further away from the head, the less the body language tends to be controlled, which is why hands and feet can often be where the inner feelings leak from.
“William’s right toe lifts, and the movement is circular. If it had begun to tap in a metronomic ritual, he might have displayed impatience or irritation, but the lifting and more circular movements suggest he is in control of the narrative here.
“He redirects the subject away from his family and back onto his cause, goals and priorities. There’s no obvious sign of any royal power-flexing here, but his eyebrows raise, and he throws his left hand out towards the audience more than once to redirect to them and the core values of Earthshot. He then takes control by placing the mic back to his knee to announce (politely but firmly) that the subject is closed.”
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Jonathan Ross was one of the three Traitors in the first ever celebrity version of the show alongside winner Alan Carr and singing sensation Cat Burns
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Jonathan was one of the Traitors(Image: BBC)
Jonathan Ross has revealed a “horrible” moment on Celebrity Traitors with Alan Carr that never aired. The chat show host was the first Traitor to be found out on the series after the Faithfuls rumbled his identity.
He worked alongside Cat Burns and eventual winner Alan Carr but didn’t quite pull the wool over the Faithfuls’ eyes. Despite taking to the sneaky role well, Jonathan has said there was one moment that didn’t make it on the show.
He said that there was a clip that left Alan with his “head in his hands” before going on to be crowned the winner. In a shock turn of events, Alan managed to win the show which means he won a huge amount of money for his chosen charity.
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Jonathan appeared on ITV’s Good Morning Britain where he discussed the moment. Speaking about the show, Jonathan said: “I did feel it was much harder than I expected, and I did struggle with that.”
He then explained that there was one moment in particular which got him and Alan the most. Jonathan said: “Cat not so much, she said it was a game, she found it easy to put into perspective, even though often we’d be driving home much later at night than you guys, we’d be driving in the car with head in our hands going ‘oh God’.
“And Alan and I were very aware that it was taking its toll. But having said that, what a lovely opportunity what an incredible thing to be apart of.”
Showbiz reporter Richard Arnold went on to say that it was interesting that the show was “quite the pressure cooker that it was”.
Jonathan added: “It was horrible at times, because as a traitor you’re speaking to really nice people who you wanted to support in the show, and make sure they had a good times well.
“Then you would suspect, or be fairly certain they knew it was you. Whenever I do a show I always go in and said I’ll give as much as I can, try and help the show be as good as it can be. I always turn up to work.
“Then you have to try and engineer ways to get them out and you see them standing there being banished… because you’re successful and then you see they’re upset and to see someone upset, you’ve played a part in it.
“It’s a horrible feeling, even though it’s essential to the game.” Viewers were shocked when it was revealed that ALan had managed to win the game.
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Despite continuously smirking when Faithfuls were banished, somehow he still managed to go undetected. When he was crowned the winner, Alan burst into tears as he admitted he had found the process difficult.
The comedian said: “I was awful, I had no poker face but here I am. Maybe I do exaggerate a showbiz story now and again. But to just lie to people’s faces, it was tough.”
