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Strictly Come Dancing contestant Thomas Skinner, who started rehearsals for the BBC show this week, has now questioned why some celebrities have ‘loads of money’ recently

The Apprentice star Thomas Skinner is said to have asked how some celebrities have “loads of money”. Ahead of his Strictly Come Dancing debut, he’s reportedly said that he doesn’t make “bundles of dough” from his own TV work.

Thomas, 34, who sells mattresses in addition to his media appearances, was unveiled as a contestant on Strictly earlier this month. His casting on the BBC show has proved controversial, and he’s now begun training for the dance contest, which launches next month, amid much reaction.

It will be his latest TV role. He has previously appeared on shows like Celebrity Masterchef since rising to fame on The Apprentice in 2019. The entrepreneur has reportedly suggested that he isn’t making “bundles of dough” from TV appearances, though.

Thomas is said to have questioned how some celebrities have “loads of money” in a post on X that’s since been deleted. He’s also quoted as having noted that being on Strictly doesn’t mean an end to his other job.

Thomas wrote: “How do all these celebrities have loads of money? You don’t get bundles of dough for TV or adverts etc (well I don’t)…. But I look on Instagram and they’re always in this gaff or posting in a new motor.”

He’s said to have added in the deleted tweet: “I finished me Strictly stuff earlier today and I’m now out in me van delivering mattresses. Do I need to be part of a special club now on the tele that’s gives ya unlimited monies.”

Thomas has been keeping fans updated on his Strictly experience since training began earlier this week. He’s expressed excitement over being on the show and, despite some backlash, has said that he’s “suprised” by the support for him.

He confirmed that he had begun rehearsals for Strictly in a tweet posted on Monday. He told his followers: “And so it all begins today!! Was suprised at the amount of support I’ve recieved about doing the Strictly. I’m gonna try me hardest, I don’t know how to dance but I’m willing to learn!!

Thomas continued: “Was surprised at the amount of people especially when I was at West Ham on Friday night who said they will be watching an supporting. Thank you everyone.

“The Strictly Journey begins. All the pro dancers, the crew and the contestants I’ve met so far have been lovely people and it’s gonna be a blinder. Currently wearing a sparkly outfit getting me photos done. Bosh.”

In a more recent update, posted today, Thomas teased that he wants to try and win Strictly. He told fans: “It’s Thursday you lovely lot and the Strictly training is in full swing. Walked 6 miles earlier this morning with 10kg in my rucksack.

“And now I’m training legs in the gym … My legs are always hard to train for me because of an old rugby injury so we are pushing through it today. I wanna prove to you lot that I can learn how to dance and be half decent. I wanna try n win it!

“Swapped the fry up for salmon and eggs today. Keep going you lovely lot. Over the moon I’ve been given this wonderful opportunity so let’s give it 110% Have a wonderful Thursday…. Love to you all and remember you are ten times stronger than you can ever imagine. Bosh.”

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Clare Balding and her wife Alice Arnold are preparing to make a huge family move to the countryside, but Clare admits she will struggle with one part of it

Clare Balding admits she will feel “upset” as she prepares to make a big personal change with wife Alice Arnold. The couple are planning a major “house clear-out” in the coming months as they prepare to swap their London life for the countryside.

The couple currently live in Chiswick. Clare used to walk their Tibetan terrier Archie along the Thames towpath and around the grounds of Chiswick House.

However the couple faced a heart-wrenching moment in 2020 when they had to have their beloved pet put down. The TV star says he left a “dog-shaped hole in their hearts” ever since.

The move to the countryside will allow 54-year-old Clare to welcome a new furry friend into their lives. But first, the self-confessed “hoarder” will need to tackle a significant clearout before the move.

Speaking to Woman and Home magazine about her worst habits, Clare, said: “I’m not very tidy. And I’m a bit of a hoarder. We’re about to do a massive house clear-out ahead of a move, which is really going to upset me because I don’t like getting rid of things.”

Clare is hopeful that the move away from the hustle and bustle of London will provide a “good environment” for a new dog. Speaking to The Times, she shared: “We’re looking to move out of London, and one of the main reasons for that is to have a bit more space and protection from the road so it’s a good environment for a dog.

“As soon as we’re settled, it’s our plan – probably next spring. I smile at the thought of having a dog back in our lives.”

Clare had previously told MailOnline how she longs for “everything a dog brings” to her world, from crisp winter walks to the “enthusiastic greeting” Archie would give her when she came home from work.

She called Archie the “perfect dog” because of his non-moulting fur, which was essential for Alice, who has dog allergies. Clare, who presents Crufts on Channel 4, said: “Tibetan terriers are small enough to pick up but strong enough to go on long walks.

“They are intelligent, loyal and full of character. They are good guard dogs but don’t yap without cause.”

In Clare’s autobiography Isle of Dogs, Alice disclosed that letting her wife have a four-legged friend was one of the “original commitments” she made early in their relationship, promising she would “never go back” on that vow. The former Radio 4 host confirms they will eventually get another dog, meaning Clare will “no longer have to go on long walks without a lead in her hand”.

Clare shot to stardom on BBC National Radio in the 1990s, with stints on Radio One, Radio Two and Radio 4 as well as 5Live. She has broadcast from sporting occasions such as the Olympic Games and Wimbledon throughout her career.

Clare has also fronted Channel 4 Racing, including coverage of Royal Ascot, and even hosted her own programme, The Clare Balding Show on BT Sport and BBC Two. Currently, she hosts Ramblings, a Radio 4 series about the great outdoors.

Alice Arnold and Clare Balding are making a sizable family move to the countryside, but Clare admits that she will struggle with one aspect of it.

Clare Balding admits she will feel “upset” as she prepares to make a big personal change with wife Alice Arnold. The couple are planning a major “house clear-out” in the coming months as they prepare to swap their London life for the countryside.

The couple currently reside in Chiswick. Their Tibetan terrier Archie was once walked around Chiswick House and along the Thames towpath.

However the couple faced a heart-wrenching moment in 2020 when they had to have their beloved pet put down. The TV star says he left a “dog-shaped hole in their hearts” ever since.

Clare, 54, will now have the freedom to adopt a new furry friend. The self-proclaimed “hoarder” will need to address a significant cleanout first.

Clare said, “I’m not very tidy,” when talking to Woman and Home about her worst habits. And I occasionally hoard things. We are going to do a significant house cleanout ahead of a move, which will really upset me because I don’t like getting rid of things.

Clare is optimistic that moving away from London’s hustle and bustle will create a “good environment” for a new dog. She stated in a statement to The Times that she wanted to leave London because one of the main benefits was having a little more room and protection from the road, making it a good dog environment.

It’s our plan, which will likely be implemented in the spring once we’ve settled in. I’m happy to see a dog back in our lives.

Clare had previously told MailOnline how she longs for “everything a dog brings” to her world, from crisp winter walks to the “enthusiastic greeting” Archie would give her when she came home from work.

She called Archie the “perfect dog” because of his non-moulting fur, which was essential for Alice, who has dog allergies. Clare, who presents Crufts on Channel 4, said: “Tibetan terriers are small enough to pick up but strong enough to go on long walks.

“They are intelligent, loyal and full of character. They are good guard dogs but don’t yap without cause.”

In Clare’s autobiography Isle of Dogs, Alice stated that one of the “original commitments” she made early on their relationship was to let her wife have a four-legged friend, vowing to “never go back” on it. The former Radio 4 host states that Clare will eventually have to take long walks without a lead in her hand.

Clare shot to stardom on BBC National Radio in the 1990s, with stints on Radio One, Radio Two and Radio 4 as well as 5Live. She has broadcast from sporting occasions such as the Olympic Games and Wimbledon throughout her career.

Clare has also fronted Channel 4 Racing, including coverage of Royal Ascot, and even hosted her own programme, The Clare Balding Show on BT Sport and BBC Two. Currently, she hosts Ramblings, a Radio 4 series about the great outdoors.

ExCLUSIVE: Kerry Katona, the former Atomic Kitten star, underwent a recent breastlift and implant placement, calling her the “happiest she’s ever been”

Kerry Katona said she’s the ‘happiest she’s ever been’ following her weight loss and recent breast uplift. The former Atomic Kitten singer has been open about her procedures and usually takes to social media to share videos and snaps of her tweakments and treatments with her followers.

The 44-year-old, who is currently on Celebs Go Dating, shared the results of her fourth boob job after getting a breast uplift and new implants. She focused on her diet and health following her split from fiancé Ryan Mahoney, but had an operation after fearing the loose skin around her chest made her breasts look saggy.

She underwent previous procedures at the top clinic, Pall Mall, and is now “in the best shape and feel the happiest I’ve ever been” after going there herself.

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The icing on the cake was Mr. Prasad’s breastlifting. She remarked, “I feel whole once more.”

The surgeon behind the operation, Mr. Ramachandran Prasad, the consultant breast oncoplastic and aesthetic surgeon, discussed the procedure and why Kerry should have chosen it.

Weight loss has a positive impact on health and self-esteem, but it frequently comes with side effects that people don’t always anticipate: excess skin and uneven skin tone. The doctor said that this typically manifests as droopiness in the breasts.

“Unfortunately, it’s challenging to change skin tone on its own, but what we can do is combine breast implants with carefully removing excess skin to get a younger, perkier shape.

We specifically intended to give Kerry an Augmentation Mastopexy, which we call “. It has the power to completely alter how people look at themselves and make them feel more confident.

Meanwhile, Kerry recently admitted to feeling “lonely” after splitting from Ryan at the end of last year.

The former Atomic Kitten star was initially married to Westlife singer Brian McFadden and has Molly, 23, as well as Lilly-Sue, 22, with him but then went on have Heidi, 18, and 17-year-old Max with second husband Mark Croft.

She also has daughter DJ, 11 years old, who was left behind by George Kay, but she acknowledged in the most recent E4 reality episode that being without her special someone is difficult.

I do get lonely, she told dating Celebs Go Dating experts Anna Williamson and Paul C. Brunson. When we returned from Ibiza, I was really down at home. Someone had to be there for me, I requested. I have my kids, and it’s lonely for me to be with them at home.

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ExCLUSIVE: Kerry Katona, the former Atomic Kitten star, underwent a recent breastlift and implant placement, calling her the “happiest she’s ever been”

Kerry Katona said she’s the ‘happiest she’s ever been’ following her weight loss and recent breast uplift. The former Atomic Kitten singer has been open about her procedures and usually takes to social media to share videos and snaps of her tweakments and treatments with her followers.

The 44-year-old, who is currently on Celebs Go Dating, shared the results of her fourth boob job after getting a breast uplift and new implants. She focused on her diet and health following her split from fiancé Ryan Mahoney, but had an operation after fearing the loose skin around her chest made her breasts look saggy.

She underwent previous procedures at the top clinic, Pall Mall, and is now “in the best shape and feel the happiest I’ve ever been” after going there herself.

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The icing on the cake was Mr. Prasad’s breastlifting. She remarked, “I feel whole once more.”

The surgeon behind the operation, Mr. Ramachandran Prasad, the consultant breast oncoplastic and aesthetic surgeon, discussed the procedure and why Kerry should have chosen it.

Weight loss has a positive impact on health and self-esteem, but it frequently comes with side effects that people don’t always anticipate: excess skin and uneven skin tone. The doctor said that this typically manifests as droopiness in the breasts.

“Unfortunately, it’s challenging to change skin tone on its own, but what we can do is combine breast implants with carefully removing excess skin to get a younger, perkier shape.

We specifically intended to give Kerry an Augmentation Mastopexy, which we call “. It has the power to completely alter how people look at themselves and make them feel more confident.

Meanwhile, Kerry recently admitted to feeling “lonely” after splitting from Ryan at the end of last year.

The former Atomic Kitten star was initially married to Westlife singer Brian McFadden and has Molly, 23, as well as Lilly-Sue, 22, with him but then went on have Heidi, 18, and 17-year-old Max with second husband Mark Croft.

She also has daughter DJ, 11 years old, who was left behind by George Kay, but she acknowledged in the most recent E4 reality episode that being without her special someone is difficult.

I do get lonely, she told dating Celebs Go Dating experts Anna Williamson and Paul C. Brunson. When we returned from Ibiza, I was really down at home. Someone had to be there for me, I requested. I have my kids, and it’s lonely for me to be with them at home.

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Celebrity Traitors and, more importantly, her wardrobe, which includes some knee-high boots, is a new look that Claudia Winkleman just introduced to fans.

You should be aware by now that Claudia Winkleman’s wardrobe has developed into a distinct phenomenon after three seasons of The Traitors. And while we typically wait until January to see what outfits Claudia and her stylist Sinead McKeefry have created, we are in for a treat this year because the first UK Celebrity Traitors series will debut on television in October.

Whilst this means plenty more espionage and trickery from a host of celebrity faces this time around, it also means double the amount of Claudia’s outfits on our screen. To tide us over, Claudia gave us the first glimpse at one of her looks in a recent Instagram post wearing a sweeping black cape, her signature leggings, and a pair of buckled knee high boots that are guaranteed to set some autumn trends.

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Claudia appears to be sporting a pair of Shark Lock Buckles Boots from Givenchy, which are completely out of stock in the UK. A pair of these boots is also available for $2550 (£1887) on the website’s American version. They’re going to be a big hit for autumn clothing thanks to their fold-over design and buckle details.

However, if your budget isn’t nearly £2k (and there’s no confirmation if they’ll receive a UK restock), we were able to locate the ideal affordable lookalike that is still very much in stock. The IKRUSH Taylah Pointed Toe Fold-over Knee High Boots can be purchased at Debenhams for just £56.99, which is less than the usual price of 84.99.

The Taylah boots have a high block heel, pointed toes, and a statement-making foldover design that extends to the top of the foot, much like Claudia’s designer version. They also have a handy zip fastening on the inside that makes them simple to use and three buckles down the outside for that designer look.

The Taylah Fold-over Knee High Boots are versatile and versatile, with a variety of styles to choose from. They can be worn with a more sophisticated or polished look. For a gothic-inspired country look, Claudia’s styling, which includes a pair of leggings, a textured cape, a voluminous blouse, and her signature handwarmers, is ideal.

For a more sophisticated appearance, you could wear them with a pleated mini skirt, cozy jumper, and long wool coat, or even with a midi skirt and leather jacket for a laid-back vibe. Sizes three to eight are available, but they have a soft matte finish that makes them appear more expensive because they are made of faux leather.

However, Debenhams isn’t the only place on the high street to find a great substitute for Claudia’s Givenchy boots. There are everything from black leather to brown suede, as well as a pair with rhinestones, available at ASOS, making it easy to shop. The selection ranges from chunky platform styles to dainty pointed toe versions.

Similar to PrettyLittleThing, which offers a wide selection of fold-over knee-high boots. There are plenty of options to choose from if you want to customize Claudia’s style with suede options in black, tan, and camel, as well as western, stiletto, and even shorter mid-calf versions to shop.

The Taylah Fold-over Knee High Boots are one of the most similar designs to Claudia’s chic designer aesthetic, though. At Debenhams, save 33% off these items right away.