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After theories emerged that Vicky Pattison was on the brink of quitting Strictly, she has addressed the whispers after undergoing therapy to help her battle nerves and anxiety

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Fighting fit Vicky Pattison has finally put to bed speculation that she’s been forced to withdraw from Strictly Come Dancing.

The reality TV star was due to appear on BBC programme Strictly: It Takes Two on Monday but a last-minute issue meant the Geordie Shore star was unavailable – and it only added fuel to the fire. Vicky previously revealed the intense nerves she is facing while appearing on the show, and how she has been in therapy to prepare herself for what’s ahead on the dancefloor.

Since her debut on the MTV show, Vicky has appeared on I’m A Celebrity…Get Me out of Here, where she won the show and she is also a Loose Women panellist, podcaster and radio host. But she admits dancing on live television is pushing her well out of her comfort zone.

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So when she didn’t appear on the Strictly spin-off show, It Takes Two, it sent the rumour mill churning. She took to social media last night alongside professional dance partner Kai Widdrington, 30, to say they are both feeling so much better and are ready to go this weekend after being struck down by illness.

Posting a smiley selfie with Kai in the back of a car, Vicky told her followers: “There seems to have a bit of a miscommunication! @kaiwidd was poorly earlier on in the week and I wasn’t 110% so we had to pull out of our weekly appearance on It Takes Two… that’s it.”

Going on to clarify, the Geordie lass put: “I have not dropped out of Strictly… I’m having a lovely time and really grateful for this experience! Plus, Kai is feeling better now so we’re back in the rehearsal room AND back on It Takes Two tonight… just thought I’d clear that up.”

Vicky, 37, also took to social media on Monday to share an apology with viewers who were expecting to see her on the settee that night. She wrote on Instagram: “Man, or should I say ‘men’, down. Huge apologies to anyone expecting to see me and Kai on ‘It Takes Two’ tonight. Doing all we can to get back to our best and back to the training room asap.”

Speaking to the Mirror, she admitted she feels lucky to have the opportunity, but it very nervous about appearing on the live shows over the next few months. She said: “I love my job and I’m scared all the time that it will just go away. I probably do have imposter syndrome.

“But I’ve never sat there and thought about it for long because it makes me uncomfortable. I’ve never thought, ‘I’m the duck’s nuts’ – that’s kind of gross. It would make me complacent and arrogant. I’m happier being nervous.”

And she also explained how she had learned to deal with criticism since being thrust into the public eye. She continued: “Learning to deal with that level of scrutiny and criticism in my formative adult years was a baptism of fire. I was probably always going to be a really hyper-sensitive person, but that exacerbated it.

“I’m not going to complain, though. I love my life. But I’m also not going to tell you it doesn’t bother me, that’s ridiculous. It’s human nature to want to be liked. Some of it’s water off a duck’s back, some really stings.”

She candidly shared that the reason she returned to therapy was to cope with her nerves last Friday. In a lengthy post, Vicky told fans: “I knew before strictly even started I was going to struggle with my nerves and anxiety… so much so, that I almost said no to this incredible opportunity. I almost let my fear stop me from doing something amazing…

“But I absolutely don’t want that nasty little inner critic to dictate my life.. I don’t want it to convince me that I’m not capable of doing brilliant things once in a while. So I put on my big girl pants and instead I tried to get myself in the best possible place before I started this little journey.”

She admitted she nearly turned down Strictly this year over anxiety but vowed not to let it hold her back. She added: “You might not be doing Strictly, but we all get the opportunity to do exciting and amazing things in our lives, and I just wanted this to be your sign to go for it. Whether it’s the career change, the blind date, the solo trip… Just go for it. Anxiety is our brain trying to convince us that the worst possible outcome is going to be your reality… but it doesn’t have to be.”

Jack Osbourne has admitted it’s ‘ups and downs’ following the death of his dad Ozzy Osbourne as he revealed how the family have been rallying around Sharon

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Sharon Osbourne is “trying to figure out where to go” following the death of her beloved husband Ozzy, as their son Jack revealed how the family is helping her. The Black Sabbath frontman died in July aged 76, just days after taking to the stage for one final time – in a concert masterminded by wife Sharon.

They had moved back to their mansion in Buckinghamshire ahead of the show as they planned to enjoy his retirement together. However, the rock star’s health took a sharp downturn and he died in their home weeks later.

Sharon has since taken a step back from the public eye, having last been seen at a public memorial for Ozzy in his hometown of Birmingham. The X Factor icon is grieving privately, but her children have shared a series of updates since.

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Earlier in the week, her son Jack revealed Sharon, who was married to Ozzy for over 40 years, is “OK but she’s not OK” following her husband’s death. And in a new interview, Jack added that “it’s ups and downs.”

He heartbreakingly shared: “She’s just trying to figure out where to go from here, how to navigate, what’s the new norm, what’s the new baseline, ‘What do I do without my person?’

“But she’s got a lot of love and support around her.” Jack explained to Rolling Stone that he is “bringing her back to LA” after flying to England for Sharon’s first birthday without Ozzy.

He added: “So, yeah, we must keep moving forward.” Jack also spoke of his parents’ strong bond with each other as he admitted it was the “blessing and the curse” of Ozzy getting injured.

The heavy metal icon suffered a fall in 2019 where he severely injured his neck as well as receiving a Parkinson’s diagnosis. Jack said Ozzy’s health helped to “heal a lot of stuff” and “reinforce their relationship”.

Daughter Kelly spoke about her mum Sharon’s pain over Ozzy’s final years nursing him though painful operations and trying to help him in new documentary Ozzy: No Escape From Now.

She said: “I think what’s happening to my mum is the most heartbreaking part of this whole thing. And I think that watching the man that she loves most in this world wither is really, really hard.”

Ozzy also praised his devoted wife of 43 years as he said: “If it wasn’t for Sharon Osbourne, I wouldn’t be here now. I would definitely not have the success I have. I wouldn’t be sober. I’d be six foot under without a shadow of a doubt.

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“Because I didn’t drink any less or do any more drugs than any of them, but all the guys I used to do it with, they’re all dead, so there must be something I did right in the world. The one thing I did was have my Sharon.”

This week, Sharon marked her first birthday without Ozzy as her children remained by her side. Jack took to his Instagram Stories to post a slow motion video of his mum flying owls and captioned it: “Happy birthday mum.”

He also added a white love heart emoji while tagging the 73-year-old in the post. Kelly also went all out for Sharon as she redecorated her mum’s room while she slept.

Whispering in the Instagram upload, Kelly said: “Shhh. So it’s my mom’s birthday today and I just decorated her room.” She then turned the camera to she an abundance of pale coloured balloons in different shapes and sizes. There were also a number of tightly wrapped gifts on show at the side of the room.

As Kelly walked towards her mum, she said: “And she’s still sleeping.” The former X Factor judge was then seen tucked up cosily in bed, with the video uploaded at around 10am.

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Today’s horoscope for Friday, October 10 will see Sagittarius spend time with friends, while Gemini will be determined to get their own way

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It’s Friday, and one star sign can expect disagreements with a loved one, while another will find the time to relax and unwind.

There are 12 zodiac signs – Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces – and the horoscopes for each can give you the lowdown on what your future holds, be it in work, your love life, your friends and family or more.

These daily forecasts have been compiled by astrologer Russell Grant, who has been reading star signs for over 50 years. From Aries through to Pisces, here’s what today could bring for your horoscope – and what you can do to be prepared.

Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)

It isn’t going to be easy to convince others to see things the way you do as someone just doesn’t seem to share your perspective. If they’re behaving particularly stubbornly, you may have to rethink your approach. At home, there are many things to consider and you will have to adapt your strategy accordingly.

Taurus (Apr 21 – May 21)

After a hectic few days filled with hard work and responsibility, you are finally ready to relax and unwind. No matter what other people might think, today is about doing what feels right for you. Follow your inclinations.

Gemini (May 22 – June 21)

You are known to be flexible and sociable but today, more than anything, you just crave some peace and privacy. Even if this means pulling out of plans already made with friends, you are determined to get your own way.

Cancer (June 22 – July 23)

It’s hard to hide your feelings and someone in the family will know you aren’t happy with their recent behaviour. Because you are so annoyed with them you haven’t been as loving or as considerate as you usually are. They get the message and are starting to realise they need to change.

Leo (July 24 – Aug 23)

Money matters are making you feel uneasy. In addition to this your thoughts will turn to job-related matters. You will prefer tasks that get you out and about and moving around. Whether you’re at work or studying, be cautious of overconfidence as this might lead to small mistakes.

Virgo (Aug 24 – Sept 23)

Disagreements with someone you thought you knew well will cause some confusion. When a friend or loved one acts differently to what was expected, you might start wondering whether you really understand them. This could change the course of your relationship.

Libra (Sept 24 – Oct 23)

It’s unlikely you feel happy with the decisions and actions of someone you work with or see regularly. Their behaviour makes you wonder whether you should trust them especially when they seem to have involved you in something without your consent.

Scorpio (Oct 24 – Nov 22)

There are countless ways to spend your time but for a change, you just don’t feel like getting involved in anything too intense or demanding. If you’re looking for something lighter, why not take this chance to wrap up a few loose-ends?

Sagittarius (Nov 23 – Dec 21)

If, for one reason or another, you aren’t able to get out and mix with friends today, at least agree to get together one evening next week. Since your social world is where you will find most enjoyment, don’t deny yourself the opportunity to spend time with friends.

Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 20)

You should take pride in the results of your recent hard work. You are also entitled to feel angry with someone who tries to claim credit for what you have achieved. Don’t hold back from blowing your own trumpet and remember to celebrate your successes.

Aquarius (Jan 21 – Feb 19)

You will feel a little uncomfortable about having to work with someone you haven’t gotten along with in the past. Even so, just because you don’t like them doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be given a fair chance. You could be surprised by how different they seem to be today.

Pisces (Feb 20 – Mar 20)

In situations of conflict, your natural tact and ability to positively influence others will be invaluable. This will contribute to restoring the peace. Even so, there will be a lot of unresolved emotions beneath the surface so do take care.

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Meghan Markle was snapped at Paris Fashion Week, where former Vogue editor-in-chief Dame Anne Wintour described the Duchess of Sussex’s chic all-white outfit as “amazing”

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Meghan Markle made her first visit to Europe in more than two years this week to help “warm up” frosty relations with the Royal Family, it is today claimed.

The Duchess of Sussex, 44, was greeted with kisses by the European style pack as well as former Vogue editor-in-chief Dame Anna Wintour during Paris Fashion Week. Royal experts expressed surprise as Meghan went to France without Prince Harry and any state-funded security protection.

But it is now argued the mum of two’s appearance at Paris Fashion Week is actually part of the “Establishment plot” – called “Project Thaw” because it is reportedly designed to “warm up” the Duke’s and Duchess’s frosty relationships with the rest of the Royal Family and with the British people. A friend of the California-based couple said: “This trip is all part of the ‘thaw’ process.”

Speculation grew in the summer about Harry and Meghan’s return to The Firm, despite Harry’s emotional BBC interview in May during which he said: “I can’t see a world in which I would bring my wife and children back to the UK at this point.”

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But it is understood the picture may have changed for the couple, who are no longer entitled to state security on visits to the UK, and royal insiders believe Meghan’s presence at Paris Fashion Week is a sign of this. The friend told the Daily Mail: “Meghan will return to Britain before the year is out,” adding jokingly that the former actress will be “bearing humble pie”.

In the French capital, Meghan attended Balenciaga show, reportedly in support of Pierpaolo Piccioli, who recently assumed the role of Creative Director for the House. She received praise from Dame Anna, 75, who described the mum’s chic all-white ensemble as “beautiful” and “amazing” at the event. This engagement was captured on video, footage since widely shared on social media, again thought to play well into “Project Thaw”.

It is said “Project Thaw” aims to melt hostility towards Harry and Meghan, building on the perceived success of the duke’s visit to Britain last month when he carried out charity engagements and, crucially, was invited to Clarence House for tea with King Charles. Afte the first face-to-face meeting between father and son in 19 months, Harry joked he felt more like “an official visitor” to the royal residence.

Victoria Beckham has been married to David Beckham, the ex England footballer, for more than 25 years and the former Spice Girl today spoke about her relationship

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Victoria Beckham has told she wears earplugs in bed – because David snores.

The fashion designer opened up about her 26-year marriage to the former England captain in a tell-all interview. Although the mum of four is in a triumphant new Netflix documentary about her career, in the interview, Posh, 51, subtly reminded fans she and David are relatable.

She gushed over David and said, while he snores at night, she wouldn’t ever banish him to the spare room. Victoria said: “That’s not healthy, you don’t want to do that… That’s why you’ve got to do the earplugs.

“I wear earplugs. Let me tell you, it ain’t for fun. What do you think I’m doing it for? It’s not to pull a look in bed. He might look like that, but breaking news, even my husband snores. I have to have the earplugs.”

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The lives of power couple, worth a combined £500million, are laid bare in the Netflix programme. Posh, though, candidly told The Sun she and David like watching the occasional TV drama, listening to podcasts and spending quality time together, just like any couple in a long and happy marriage.

Victoria particularly enjoys reading thrillers, such as Freida McFadden’s The Housemaid’s Secret, billed as a “psychological thriller with a shocking twist”. She recommends reads to David who, because of his OCD, buys his own copy days later.

But making the documentary was “emotional,” the former Spice Girl added. She said: “It was emotional at times. There are certain things your mind has the amazing ability to forget because there were triggering things along the way.

“I went into this saying I didn’t want to talk about the Spice Girls because I’ve spent 20 years building this fashion brand. So I’m mindful I’ve been fighting these preconceptions that I’m just a celebrity face for 20 years. Only now do I feel I’ve earned my right to show in Paris.”

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Victoria launched her own fashion label in September 2008, seven years after Spice Girls initially disbanded. The Paris show was the unveiling of her spring/summer 2026 collection — which would have been unthinkable 20 years ago.

Snooty designers keen to fiercely guard their patch dismissed Victoria when the brand was launched. Yet she has shown the resilience for it to triumph and today, her brand sells more than £115million of clothes annually and is worn by everyone from Catherine, Princess of Wales to former First Lady Michelle Obama and actress Daisy Edgar-Jones.

One of the stars of The Story of Tracy Beaker has just announced the birth of her son and shared what life has been like since his “early and very speedy arrival”

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A Tracy Beaker star has welcomed a baby boy and opened up about life since his “early and very speedy arrival”. According to the new mum, she is “still in shock” following the birth.

Over twenty years ago, Chelsie George – then Chelsie Padley – had a starring role in The Story of Tracy Beaker, the franchise’s first show. From 2002 to 2004, she played Louise Govern, Tracy’s best friend.

Sharing the news on Instagram, Chelsie announced the birth of her son Dusty Leigh George. She captioned a video of Dusty in an oversized jumper with: “5.10.25. 5lbs 14oz 35+4 (had to beat his sis). Introducing our impatient little man.”

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Chelsie already has a daughter, Goldie Raynor George. She continued the caption: “We are all head over heels and Goldie is just besotted. Can’t wait to tell you all more about his early and very speedy arrival (still in shock I think) but we are soaking up this absolutely precious time along with a little side of jaundice, very little sleep and LOTS of milk!

“P.s. excuse the colostrum stain… Dusty said hell no to the perfect post, we are in real life baby. P.p.s. he also said… mum, get me some clothes that fit!”

Tracy Beaker herself, Dani Harmer, commented: “Ahhhhh congratulations lovely!!!!!!” Dani came back to the franchise for Tracy Beaker Returns and My Mum Tracy Beaker, as did Montana Thompson, who played Justine Littlewood, Tracy’s nemesis. But Chelsie did not.

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Since appearing in The Story of Tracy Beaker, Chelsie was in one episode of children’s TV show Tati’s Hotel and had a cameo in the music video for Someday by Keisha White, which was the theme song for Tracy Beaker. Other than that, she seems to have stepped away from acting.

For the past two years, Chelsie has largely been an influencer, posting content to her social media about being a mother. Her Instagram, @mamaspeachylife, shares snippets of her life with her children and home workouts you can do whilst looking after a baby.

She also posted a pic of her and the new baby to her stories, with the words: “Happy as a pig in poo. Lots of feeds with little sleeps in between. Nothing better than your own bed.”

Shortly after, she shared her fears about looking after a newborn again, saying there was a “constant worry”. “One thing I forgot about the newborn days is the constant worry with their temperature.

“Is it too hot? No, I feel a nip in the air. They need one more layer than us but then do [premature babies] need more? Ahhh don’t let them overheat. Hat? No hat? Feel the back of the neck. Feel the tummy.”

Chelsie also posted a picture after heading back to the hospital but promised her followers that everything was okay. “Nothing to overly worry about, little man just came out all early and bolshy and now is a sleepy jaundice little kind so we’ve headed back to hospital for a holiday on the sunbed.”