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Ed Sheeran is on hand to help Marvel legend Chris Hemsworth with a musical challenge in Limitless season two on Disney+.

Ed Sheeran is one of the UK’s biggest stars with fans forever curious to know all there is about his life when he isn’t performing.

All three episodes of Limitless season two has dropped on Disney+ has actor Chris Hemsworth finding out different ways that he can live better.

The first episode sees the 42-year-old learning how to play the drums as a bid to improve his brain power but to make the situation even more stressful, he’s got to play at an Ed Sheeran concert.

With The Shape of You back on the small screen, here’s everything there is to know about Ed Sheeran’s life.

Bullying

While he may be a global sensation now, Sheeran wasn’t always popular and grew up struggling with bullying at school.

Speaking to DJ Nihal and rapper Dave, he candidly admitted: “I hated primary school with a passion; I cried every day.

“I’m ginger, so I was instantly ripped into from the day I started school – ginger, had a stutter, and wore huge glasses… just a bit odd.

“I have always looked a little bit quirky and I never had much luck with girls.

“It was always like I looked a bit weird and then when I started playing music every time I would do a gig everyone was like, ‘Oh it’s the ginger guy with the small guitar’, and you get remembered for that.”

Sleeping rough

As the 34-year-old was working on his craft, he left Suffolk to start afresh in London where he would busk and play gigs whenever he could.

It wasn’t always easy though as Sheeran often didn’t have anywhere to sleep and so had to get creative, as he explained in his 2014 autobiography A Visual Journey.

He wrote: “There was an arch outside Buckingham Palace that has a heating duct and I spent a couple of nights there.

“That’s where I wrote the song Homeless and the lines, ‘It’s not a homeless night for me, I’m just home less than I’d like to be.’”

He continued: “I didn’t have anywhere to live for much of 2008 and the whole of 2009 and 2010, but somehow I made it work.

“I spent a week catching up on sleep on Circle Line trains.

“I’d go out and play a gig, wait until 5am when the Underground opened, sleep on the Circle Line until 12, go to a session – and then repeat. It wasn’t that bad.

“It’s not like I was sleeping rough on the cold streets.”

Wife

Sheeran didn’t need to travel all over the world to meet the love of his life as he knew her growing up.

He first met his wife Cherry Seaborn when they were children in Suffolk but only reconnected in 2015 in New York when a mutual friend suggested they spend time together.

This ultimately led to a blossoming romance with a quiet wedding in 2018 and the birth of their daughters, Lyra in 2020 and Jupiter in 2022.

Speaking on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in 2021, Sheeran commented: “I just found that I really didn’t have a purpose outside of [music] because when I was giving myself fixed time of no work, I wasn’t doing anything I enjoyed because I love doing music.

“And [being a dad] has actually given me purpose and something in life that’s actually more important than my job.”

Drugs and alcohol

Much to like many superstars, The A Team singer had taken drugs and drunk excessively, describing himself as a “party boy” to Rolling Stone.

“I was always a drinker. I didn’t touch any sort of like, drug, until I was 24,” he said.

“I remember just being at a festival and being like, ‘Well, if all of my friends do it, it can’t be that bad’. And then sort of dabbling.

“Then it just turns into a habit that you do once a week and then once a day and then, like, twice a day and then, like, without booze. It just became bad vibes.”

It was then two things that led Sheeran to quit his addictions for good: becoming a dad and losing his friend Jamal Edwards.

The music entrepreneur died of cardiac arrhythmia brought on by cocaine use.

Sheeran said: “I would never, ever, ever touch anything again, because that’s how Jamal died.

“And that’s just disrespectful to his memory to even, like, go near.”

Going on to talk about the impact of becoming a dad, the singer added: “I don’t ever want to be pissed holding my kid. Ever, ever.

“Having a couple of beers is one thing. But having a bottle of vodka is another thing.

“It’s just a realisation of, ‘I’m getting into my thirties. Grow up! You’ve partied, you’ve had this experience. Be happy with that and just be done.’”

Next album

The future is looking bright for Sheeran as he is set to release his new album Play on Friday, September 12.

This will be his eighth studio album and the first in a planned series of five symbol-themed albums.

Taking to Instagram, the singer shared: “Play was an album that was made as a direct response to the darkest period of my life.

“Coming out of all of that I just wanted to create joy and technicolour, and explore cultures in the countries I was touring.

“I made this record all over the world, finished it in Goa, India, and had some of the most fun, explorative creative days of my life.

“It’s a real rollercoaster of emotions from start to finish, it encapsulates everything that I love about music, and the fun in it, but also where I am in life as a human, a partner, a father.”

Halsey stars in the new Western thriller, and the singer’s young co-star has opened up about working with her

Pop sensation Halsey has made her cinema debut in Americana, a Western thriller that’s been described as ‘Tarantino-esque’.

Landing in cinemas next Friday, the film also features Euphoria stars Sydney Sweeney and Eric Dane.

The plot follows timid waitress Penny Jo (Sweeney) and military veteran Lefty Ledbetter (Paul Walter Hauser), who join forces to get their hands on a rare Native American artefact.

Their quest puts them in the firing line of Dillon MacIntosh (Dane), a merciless criminal working for an antiquities trader.

As the story unfolds, viewers meet Mandy Starr (Halsey), a desperate woman fleeing her dangerous past with her son Cal, played by emerging talent Gavin Maddox Bergman, reports the Mirror US.

Now, Gavin, who was a pre-teen during filming, has revealed heart-warming stories about working with Halsey.

Speaking exclusively to the Mirror’s Screen Time team, the now teenage actor said: “Halsey is such a kind person. She’s very generous and we actually found that we have a lot of shared interests, specifically with art.”

He went on, divulging a thoughtful gesture from the singer: “My 12th birthday was on set and she went out of her way to get me a six-pack of Crumbl cookies as a surprise.”

But the pop star’s kindness didn’t end there, with Gavin also revealing a heart-warming wrap present he received from the chart-topper.

“She got me an iPad because I hadn’t had any devices like that. She wanted me to get into digital art and she was very kind for getting me that,” Gavin told us, adding: “That was awesome. It was a really thoughtful gift.”

Prior to rubbing shoulders with the Colors singer, Gavin had already been acquainted with her chart-topping tracks.

“My mom and I love her music,” said the young actor. “We used to listen to her on the radio and we became pretty big fans.”

So when he learned he would be appearing alongside her on screen, it was “very, very exciting”.

Elsewhere in our conversation, the budding film star also revealed what attracted him to the role of Cal.

“I saw this lonely boy, who just wanted to find his space in the world. And that’s what we do as kids, we try to find belonging and connection,” he explained.

Sarah Jessica Parker left home decor enthusiasts on a mission trying to hunt a lamp that costs less than a tenner – but we’ve listed some other alternatives you’ll also love in case you miss it.

When you think of Sarah Jessica Parker, you probably think of her iconic role as Carrie Bradshaw – the extravagant main character of hit 90s show Sex and the City. However, Carrie and Sarah couldn’t be less alike, as Carrie is usually seen spending thousands on lavish furniture and designer shoes, while Sarah opts for things that are a little more simple.

From book recommendations and food recipes, it seems the actress enjoys opting for home furnishings that don’t cost an arm and a leg. In a recent Instagram upload, she showed off her recent purchase, a pleated IKEA lamp that costs less than a cinema ticket or your daily commute to work: £9. Yes, that’s right, a total bargain.

It comes amid news that Sarah Jessica Parker has already moved on from And Just Like That as finale looms.

The iconic pleated table lamp, known as KUDDLAVA on the site, is made from at least 50% recycled plastic, with a decorative knob of solid wood, making it the perfect addition to any living space without a hefty price tag – which is why it’s already going viral.

And if it’s good for Carrie Bradshaw, it will be for anyone. The KUDDLAVA is the kind of piece that fits almost anywhere, from bedside tables to reading books and even in a living room.

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Since SJP shared it with her millions of followers, the product is now flying off the shelves. But don’t worry – if you’ve missed the KUDDLAVA lamp, there are plenty of alternatives, and we’ve listed a couple of them for you to have a look at.

Akita Blue Table Lamp, Matalan – £35

Matalan’s ValueLights Akita Blue Tablet Lamp with Blue Tapered Shade is a gorgeous addition to any living space. Sleek, simple, yet its subtle blue colour brightens up the room. It’s easy to clean up, and the best thing about it is that it comes already assembled. Buyers can also purchase the entire set, which is available on their website.

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LC White Texture Lamp, George at Asda – £31

A white ceramic table lamp, perfect for your home. Asda’s LC White Texture Lamp is very minimalistic, yet it adds a touch of sophistication without overpowering other furniture. It’s the one piece that’s needed to complete the home decor, without needing to spend a fortune.

Pleated Lampshade, H&M– £39.99

This beautiful Pleated Lampshade by H&M is made of linen and cotton. Cosy and visually appealing, ideal for homeowners looking to make their living spaces aesthetically pleasing without overdoing it. It also comes in two colours: beige and white.

This brand new beauty box is perfect for this time of year, with five skincare and make-up products worth over £100 – and here’s how you can get your hands on it for under £10

Beauty boxes, whether they’re monthly subscriptions or one-off purchases, are a fantastic way to indulge in new beauty products, often for a fraction of the individual cost. And a new one has just hit the market that will extend your summer glow for less than £10.

We’ve had an exclusive first look at the latest offering from OK! Beauty Box’s monthly subscription service – the Sun Down Edit – which contains five stunning skincare and make-up products designed to hydrate and enhance your skin’s glow. The total value of the five products comes to over £100, but newcomers to the monthly subscription can snag this box for just £8.99.

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After your initial box, the OK! Beauty Box costs you £15 per month. In return, you’ll receive a monthly box filled with new products worth at least £80 delivered straight to your doorstep, reports OK!.

OK! Beauty Box is also one of the most user-friendly beauty subscription boxes out there. You can easily skip a box if it doesn’t tickle your fancy, pause your subscription for up to three months, or even cancel if you no longer wish to receive them.

“Love this box, what a treat,” one satisfied customer wrote about a previous OK! Beauty Box, adding “so worth it.”

This month’s Sun Down Edit is absolutely spot-on for this time of year, whether you’re jetting off on holiday and need some top-notch beauty products to pack, or you’ve just returned and want to keep that sun-kissed glow. Inside, you’ll discover a travel-friendly body wash and lotion, a cooling shimmer gel for your limbs, a hydrating sheet mask, and a luxurious copper eyeshadow stick.

Here’s a sneak peek inside:

• Delilah Stay The Night Smooth Shadow Stick in the shade Copper Beach – 0.073g full-size, worth £32.50
• Wild Science Lab Somerset Rose Body Wash – 40ml travel-size, worth £8
• Wild Science Lab Somerset Rose Body Lotion – 40ml travel-size, worth £8
• Erth Skin Glow Fusion Shimmer Gel – 100ml full-size, worth £39.99
• Beauty Pro Squalane Nourishing Facial Sheet Mask – 1 mask full-size, worth £5
• A voucher to redeem for two copies of OK! Magazine – RRP £9.20

Everything inside is incredibly easy to use, suitable for all skin types and tones, and is the perfect little pick-me-up if you’re already missing the soon-to-be-over summer.

If you’re willing to splash out a bit more and are searching for a truly lovely treat for someone special this summer, Liberty London’s The Well Travelled Kit makes a stunning gift. It’s priced at £110 but boasts a total value of £409, featuring luxury brands like NEOM, Sunday Riley and Mirror Water inside a beautiful Liberty print case.

Another great choice is the Boots Minis Bag Get Holiday Ready, valued at £124.50 but available for £32, packed with travel sizes of MAC, Laneige and Sol de Janeiro bestsellers.

The supermarket has impressed shoppers with a ‘classic’ style that looks more expensive than the price tag

Fashion lovers say they ‘need’ a ‘stunning’ £24 style that looks like it could be from Damson Madder. Sainsbury’s Tu shoppers fell in love with the supermarket’s Denim Gingham Bow Tie Blouse when it was showcased in a viral social media video.

The blouse is available in sizes eight to 26, and there’s also a £26 Denim Gingham Collared Mini Dress for fans looking for a similar style. For those interested in the denim blouse, the style is available to shop online or in-store.

It features a blue gingham print, which could be styled with summer or autumn looks. It also has a large bow detail, which draws on one of this year’s biggest trends.

The product description explains: “A modern take on the classic blouse, this piece comes in blue denim with a gingham print throughout – featuring a tie neck collar, button fastening, and long sleeves. It’s a staple choice for weekend outings, great styled with neutral camel tones.” Sainsbury’s adds that the style is 100% cotton and it is machine washable.

The blouse was showcased in a popular video shared by TikTok user @thesoloshopper, which gained over 25,000 views and thousands of likes. Praising the trending style, the eagle-eyed shopper wrote: “Damson Madder [alternative] at TU Sainsburys? TU new in is giving autumn vibes and I am here for it!”

Viewers were just as impressed. A fan replied: “I looked at that yesterday. Lovely quality too,” and @thesoloshopper said: “It really is! They’ve done well with this one.”

Someone else wrote: “Oh wow.” Another fan commented: “OMG I LOVE HERRRR.” More praise read: “This is stunning,” while a keen shopper said: “No stop it!! I simply need it.”

Replying to a different comment, @thesoloshopperwrote: “Gorgeous isn’t she.” Yet another positive comment said: “RUNNING TO SAINOS,” and a Sainsbury’s fan added: “TU clothing always has good stuff!” @thesoloshopper agreed, writing: “Always!! So much better than a lot of high street shops now.”

While the shopper didn’t specify if she was referencing a particular Damson Madder style, the Sainsbury’s blouse arguably looks similar to something shoppers could find from the sustainable fashion brand, which often features gingham, large collars, and bows in its designs.

For those unfamiliar with the brand, Damson Madder states ‘quality’ is central to its design ethos. The website states: “Every Damson Madder piece is crafted to endure, to be worn, loved, and reworn. Our hope is that through considered design and intentional production, our garments become long-standing fixtures in your wardrobe — never destined for landfill, but made to last.”

As The Devil Wears Prada sequel is underway, we’re getting some serious hair inspiration from the one and only Emily Charlton – whose sleek hair is giving major power moves

As Devil Wears Prada 2 is in the works – one trend coming in hot from the newest film is copper hair. The fashion world is getting excited for some new outfit inspirations and looks from the New York set and Emily Charlton has you covered.

With her sharp wit, it’s only right to be matched with an even sharper style – and her hair has always made a statement. From Runway to Paris, Miranda’s rival is coming in hot.

Donning a sleek and scuplted bob from the original film, this time Emily is sporting a bolder more modern hairstyle that has been teased in the sequel. Her hair is always part of the power play – sharp, glossy and polished and now you can match her signature copper shine with Schwarzkopf Oleo Intense Copper Red 7-77 (£5.79).

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It’s truly the perfect match for Emily’s vibrant, contemporary copper red. Powered by HaptIQ Technology, this formula strengthens and protects while delivering long-lasting, high-shine colour, perfect for that power-lunch-to-front-row serve.

Or if you prefer her tone of red in the original Devil Wears Prada you can also remake her iconic original look with the classic chic copper brown shade with the Schwarzkopf Oleo Intense Light Copper Brown 5-77 which is more of a rich, timeless copper brown that channels Emily’s original elegance. The perfect hue for those who favour subtle sophistication with a warm, polished glow.

Both of these shades promise long-lasting colour with Schwarzkopf’s Permanent Oil Colouration technology that infuses the colour pigments deeply into the hair fibre, for strong and healthy-looking hair with rich and long-lasting colour.

With a mask containing four caring oils to provide ultimate nourishment after colouration and restore strength for healthy-looking hair, this permanent Oleo Intense brown hair dye leaves the hair feeling soft, silky, and shiny. Fans hail how easy it is to apply, as one person said: “Gorgeous rich colour that’s left my hair so soft and shiny. Very easy to apply with no messy drips and also no strong or unpleasant smells like some hair dyes have. I’d not used this colour before but wanted to add some richer tones to my brunette and absolutely love the final outcome.”

While a second noted: “Application was smooth, no harsh smell, and my hair felt soft and conditioned afterwards—not stripped or dry. Would I recommend it as a regular go-to? Maybe not for lifting or big changes—but for grey coverage in a pinch? Absolutely. It’s a lot better than you’d expect from a boxed colour.”

Clariol also offer a similar shade with the Nice’n Easy Crème in shade Medium Reddish Brown (£5.98) and the oil infused hair dye delivering soft and shiny results that’s gentle on hair and scalp. While Revlon offer more of a bolder shade with the Revlon Tinte Colorsilk Medium Auburn (£5.19).

Nourishing, ammonia-free hair dye formula is enriched with Keratin and Silk Amino Acids for healthier hair and Revlon’s 3D gel colour technology offers a natural, rich and radiant colour.