Bonnie Blue backs Reform as MP says party will take ‘all support we can get’

The adult star wrote that ‘the tax system is terrible and it’s smart to leave if you have money’ as she gave her political thoughts and opinions in The Spectator

Bonnie Blue has gotten into bed with Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party, with the British adult star penning a piece on her personal politics.

The 26-year-old adult content creator seems more than willing to discuss all things Westminster – with MP Danny Kruger quizzed about her political preferences.

When asked about receiving a stamp of approval from the British-born adult entertainment star – whose real name is Tia Billinger – Kruger confirmed Reform UK is happy to receive her support.

The East Wiltshire MP, who defected from the Tories earlier this year, said at a Westminster press conference that his party was gagging for “all the support we can get”.

That would include people “like Bonnie Blue”, he told a London press conference on Tuesday.

He said: “On Bonnie Blue I mean, listen, we’ll take votes wherever we can get them. We know we want all the support we can get, quite like Bonnie Blue. But we, you know, we’re not going to be fussy about that.

“But listen, I mean, you know I’m not going to be judgmental about people who want to vote Reform.”

The 26-year-old adult star explicitly backed Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party after she became attracted to its stance on rather sensible topics such as immigration and inheritance tax.

“The tax system is terrible and it’s smart to leave if you have money. There are too many people here, we are too accommodating, and it is causing problems,” she wrote in The Spectator.

“I worked for the NHS, and most people have no idea where the money goes.”

With a bit of a wink to readers who may be familiar with her sexual stunts, including one in which she had sex with 1,057 men in just 12 hours in 12 hours. Blue added: “I like targets, although when I did the Thousand, I asked my team not to tell me the numbers so I didn’t obsess over them.”

The political positioning is a new shade of Blue, with the UK and global public more used to seeing headlines of the more controversial variety.

But, at the end of the day, Blue had sensible and practical reasoning for her climbing aboard the Reform UK train. She fingered inheritance tax as another reason.

“You shouldn’t have to pay any inheritance tax, as you’ve already been taxed on that money. When my grandad died, it was particularly sad because he was too young for my grandma to receive his pension. That’s disgusting.”

She added: “Reform has sensible positions on immigration and inheritance tax, so I stand with Nigel Farage.”

Her endorsement for the right-wing party made headlines days after she was deported from Indonesia for her highly publicised “Bang Bus” tour. Her latest content creation stunt targeted Australian schoolies, who are essentially Australian high school leavers travelling to celebrate their end of secondary schooling.

Blue and 17 other foreigners – 14 of whom were Australian – were arrested in the raid on her Bali studio. Indonesian police claimed those apprehended were taking part in a “sex game” recording, with cameras, vehicles, and equipment seized.

Indonesia has some of the strictest anti-pornography laws in Southeast Asia. Under the Pornography Act, producing, distributing or participating in the creation of pornographic material is illegal and punishable by lengthy prison sentences of up to 15 years and substantial fines of up to six billion rupiah. Indonesia also has a few infamously brutal prisons.

Blue dodged a jail term and instead was deported from Indonesia, was banned from returning for 10 years, and received a traffic fine for a 200,00 rupiah, which equates to just more than £6.

Blue has since returned to British soil, claiming she had been betrayed by the woman who charged her £75,000 for organising the headline-making misadventure. A year prior, Blue was deported from Australia for targeting schoolies on the Gold Coast.

In addition to explaining her political views to The Spectator, the Nottinghamshire-born adult content creator shared her thoughts on Christmas and the royal family.

“I watched The Crown until Kate and William appeared,” Blue said, before throwing out what some may also deem to be a controversial view. She threw her support behind Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

“They seem fine. I like Harry. He chose to step away and for that I give him a lot of credit.”

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Cooper Flagg sets new record as youngest NBA player to score 40 points

Cooper Flagg has scored the most points by an 18-year-old in NBA history, but he could not enjoy the accomplishment because it came in a loss.

Flagg had 42 points – topping the previous mark of 37 set by LeBron James on December 13, 2003 – in a 140-133 loss to the Utah Jazz on Monday night.

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“Obviously, we didn’t win. So it’s tough for me to want to be happy, or any of that, but obviously it’s a success,” said Flagg, who had a bag of ice on his ankle after rolling it at the end of regulation.

Flagg also became just the fifth rookie to record 40 points, five rebounds and five assists in the last 15 years, as he finished with seven boards and six assists.

“The more time he spends on the floor, the more he sees, the better he gets. He displayed it all tonight,” Dallas coach Jason Kidd said.

Flagg has been playing his best basketball the past few weeks as the number one overall draft pick has averaged 25.7 points in the last seven games. He is also playing aggressively enough to get to the line and went 15 for 20 against Utah.

“It’s come a long way from the start of the season, so I’m proud of that fourth quarter,” Flagg said. “It’s a new game … but I am getting more and more comfortable … and just settling in, honestly, just being myself and letting the game come to me.”

He scored 12 points in the fourth quarter and made a savvy play to get the game into overtime when he missed a free throw on purpose with such a big carom that teammate Max Christie got the rebound with 3.9 seconds remaining and was fouled.

Flagg (#32) drives to the basket against Utah Jazz forward Kyle Anderson (#2) during the first half on December 15, 2025, in Salt Lake City, Utah, US [Tyler Tate/AP Photo]

Flagg ties Mavs rookie scoring mark

With Anthony Davis out and Dallas missing several other teammates to injuries, this game may be a harbinger of things to come as Flagg becomes a centrepiece of the Mavericks’ offence.

“We were going to Coop. He was killing them the whole game, so they finally tried to double him,” PJ Washington said. “It doesn’t surprise me at all. I know exactly what he’s capable of. He’s a special player, so there will be a lot more to come.”

Flagg also tied Mark Aguirre for the most points by a rookie in Mavs history as he begins to make his mark on the franchise. But he could not stop thinking of what he could have done to get the win despite the throbbing ankle. The Jazz made a late 11-0 run and then dominated in overtime as Flagg did not score a basket in the extra period.

“I gotta be better. I had a couple of dumb turnovers, missed a couple [of] easy ones, but I gotta be better, executing down the stretch like that,” Flagg said.

Setting records might be nice, but Flagg feels it just means he is consistently improving, and that has been his goal all season.

Teenager Flagg makes history in Mavericks defeat

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Cooper Flagg became the youngest player in NBA history to score at least 40 points in a game as the Dallas Mavericks lost 140-133 after overtime to the Utah Jazz.

The number one pick at this year’s Draft, the 18-year-old forward finished with 42 points, seven rebounds and six assists at Delta Center in Salt Lake City.

Only Cliff Robinson (45), GG Jackson (44) and LeBron James (43) have scored more points in a game as a teenager, while Flagg equalled Mark Aguirre’s record for a Mavericks rookie.

The Mavericks led 75-71 at half-time – by which time Flagg had 24 points – and 124-116 late in the fourth quarter.

However, after blowing their eight-point lead to trail 129-127, they required two free throws from Max Christie with less than five seconds remaining to level the game.

The Jazz dominated overtime to register their 10th win of the season as Keyonte George finished with 37 points and Lauri Markkanen 33.

Who is Cooper Flagg?

The 6ft 8in Flagg became the first freshman to be named Maine Player of the Year after leading high school Nokomis Regional to the state title in 2021.

He transferred to Montverde Academy in Florida, winning the 2022 USA Basketball Male Athlete of the Year and 2024 National High School Player of the Year awards.

He was part of the USA side that won the 2022 Under-17s World Cup and was named in the all-tournament team.

In 2024-25 Flagg averaged 19.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists in a 37-game debut season for Duke University.

They reached the Final Four and he was named National College Player of the Year.

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Inside Jeff Brazier’s fresh start after month from hell and on-air fallout with Ruth Langsford

TV personality and ITV presenter Jeff Brazier and his wife split up in the summer after seven years of marriage after also separating briefly back in 2023.

Jeff Brazier is currently having a fresh start after going through a month from hell and his on-air fallout with Ruth Langsford. The TV star recently announced that he and his wife Kate had called it quits after seven years together. The ITV presenter has been away in the Caribbean where he has said he is “reflecting on life” but he is also working for ITV as well.

He also showed off a lounge makeover complete with sofa, cushions and light fitting, saying: “It’s just what I was after.” Just last month Jeff told his followers that he and Kate had split, sharing a statement where he confirmed they were no longer together and they chose to break up over the summer.

He explained that they chose to keep the news secret for some time so they could adjust to their new lives. The presenter also said that despite going their separate ways, they still keep in touch and wish each other the best. Jeff wrote: “I’m so full of love and gratitude for Kate. For all we achieved, for how much we grew, for everything we endured.

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“We separated in the summer and kept it private for as long as we could to give us some time to adjust. For 12 years we have been each others safe space, each others biggest supporters at a time when our lives have been busy, painful & complex.

“I’m so proud of how hard we worked, how we kept showing up, we gave everything and more. I’m also so full of respect and admiration for the successful career Kate has built and the way she cared for me unconditionally.”

Kate reportedly still keeps in touch with Jeff’s children Bobby and Freddie despite no longer spending family time with them. Jeff added: “It’s credit to the woman she is that she still checks in to ask how the boys are doing because she is so invested in their lives,” Jeff went on. “They love her and I have many friends that love her too. I will miss her family who always went above and beyond to support us.

“My words don’t tell the full picture because they don’t need to. We will carry on supporting each other and I know I’ll be celebrating her inevitable wins just like before. We both deserve complete happiness and we’re upset that we ultimately couldn’t be that for one another and It felt time to let it go.”

Jeff’s fresh start includes throwing himself into his work which consists of hosting the ITV daytime competitions. He shared a photo of himself looking out to sea on the island of St Kitts, where he had been filming for ITV before posting another shot of himself larking about in his swimming trunks.

He wrote: “Just had the perfect week in St Kitts thanks to @stkittstourism Celebrating the sunshine and time to reflect on life & work while spending time with the team filming for one of our big @itvwin January competitions.”

He also shared a collection of beaming selfies amid his return to normality and told fans he was rocking a “healthy glow” before hitting the gym.

This comes after the star shocked Loose Women viewers when he appeared to take a swipe at show host Ruth Langsford. In a very awkward exchange, the Postcode Lottery presenter warned Ruth about “eating into his screen time” as he presented the competition segment on the ITV show.

Just seconds after telling Ruth she looked gorgeous in her outfit, Jeff told the mum-of-one she was “taking up his time” on air after she replied, briefly, to his compliment.

Ruth looked stunned after Jeff’s comment, but simply said: “Whatever” before adding: “Your wish is my command.” Insiders have since claimed while Ruth did not want to make a complaint about the comment, Jeff was given a talking to about the on-screen incident.

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A Loose Women insider told The Sun: “Jeff’s cross words came out of nowhere and really took Ruth aback. He was spoken to by bosses who understand he’s dealing with a lot of stress at the moment, but warned there’s no excuse for taking it out on Ruth.”

The source added that Jeff was suggested to take some time away from the show, according to the publication, given that he’s only recently announced the breakdown of his marriage.

For four days, I didn’t know if my family was alive – Williamson

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Troy Williamson still remembers the hollow feeling in his stomach as he refreshed his phone again and again, trying to reach his father in Jamaica.

Hurricane Melissa had torn across the island where the British boxer’s father, brothers and sisters lived.

“When nobody could get in touch we had no idea what had happened,” recalls Williamson. “The worst case [was] that they weren’t here any more.”

For four days, the Darlington fighter – who faces Callum Simpson live on BBC Three and BBC iPlayer on Saturday – heard nothing.

He trained and waited, but feared the worst while images of the storm’s destruction spread across social media.

“It felt like a very long time, especially when you saw how bad it was,” the 34-year-old tells BBC Sport.

Eventually, a message flashed up on Facebook Messenger from his father, Gerald Atkinson, who somehow reached a wi-fi signal after the phone lines had failed.

There was a sigh of relief, before reality set in.

The hurricane had wiped out the house and family-run sports bar.

G’s Cool Spot was well known among locals and British holidaymakers visiting the costal town of Black River in St Elizabeth. Now it’s a ruin.

“It demolished their home and business. As it stands they have nowhere to live. They’re trying to repair and rebuild,” adds Williamson.

“The sports bar is gone, basically. It’s washed away. It needs a full rebuild.”

The hurricane struck Jamaica on 28 October as a category five storm, resulting in 28 confirmed deaths.

Approximately 1.5 million people – more than half of the nation’s population – have been impacted.

Lenders have together put forward up to $6.7bn (£5bn) over three years to support Jamaica’s recovery from Hurricane Melissa, alongside wider international aid efforts.

Williamson himself has launched a fundraising campaign and already received donations – including £1,000 from the auction of a signed glove – to help cover basics like food, clothing and temporary accommodation.

His brother will fly out in December, and Williamson hopes to follow.

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‘I’ve not been promoted properly’

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A Mike Tyson-obsessed kid who did not lace the gloves properly until 17, Williamson racked up 68 amateur bouts, boxed for Team GB and won medals on the international circuit.

As a professional he claimed the prestigious British title at light-middleweight, but says his career has “stalled” after four defeats in his past six bouts.

Williamson puts his recent bad run down to the way his career has been managed.

“I don’t believe I’ve been promoted properly. I’ve never had a solid promoter, even when I won the British title,” he says.

“I put it all down to being in the North East, in a small town called Darlington. I just don’t think they recognise the North East when we have some tremendous boxers.”

He refers to Pat and Luke McCormack, Savannah Marshall and Josh Kelly – all top talents but spread across different promotional outfits – as evidence of why the region has struggled to build a unified platform.

“You could sell out a stadium in the North East with the talent we’ve got, but we’re with different promoters which isn’t ideal,” he adds.

A victory over Simpson, 29, would revitalise his career but, more importantly, the purse from his fight will go a long way in helping rebuild a family home 4,600 miles aways.

“The full village and island is basically ruined, so it will take a while to rebuild,” says Williamson.

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