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Kelsey Parker opened up on her latest pregnancy and says her late husband Tom Parker ‘picked’ her new partner as she prepares to give birth at the end of the month

Kelsey Parker has revealed why she believes her late husband Tom Parker ‘picked her new boyfriend’ for her as she prepares to give birth to his child. The mum discovered she was pregnant with tree surgeon Will Linsday’s baby three years after Tom’s tragic death.

Kelsey is already a proud mum to five-year-old daughter Aurelia and four-year-old son Bodhi, whom she shared with her late husband. Tom, who was part of the boy band The Wanted, sadly passed away in 2022 after being diagnosed with a brain tumour. Now Kelsey told Closer: “I do feel like Tom actually picked him. I think he was like, ‘He’s great. He’s perfect for her.’”

Kelsey said that she and Tom ‘grew up together’ after they fell in love when she was just 19 years old. They tied the knot in 2018 and welcomed two beautiful children together before Tom was tragically diagnosed with a brain tumour and passed away in 2022, when he was just 33 years old.

Kelsey recalled the difficult time in her life, labelling it ‘horrendous’ but that she wanted to ‘keep things as normal as possible’ for her two young children. Kelsey said: “It was horrendous. The day after Tom died, I took the kids to the nursery. The staff were all in floods of tears because they all adored Tom.

“But I just wanted to keep things as normal as possible. We’re continuing, we’re going forward. I didn’t want it to affect the children, because it’s going to affect them enough already”.

Kelsey, who met her partner Will on a night out with mutual friends, said that Will has been ‘amazing’ and ‘embraces’ Tom. She added that Will coming into her whirlwind life must have been ‘a lot’ but that he was the perfect person because he doesn’t ‘overthink’.

She said: “People will ask, ‘Is Will jealous of Tom?’ He doesn’t feel that way about Tom, which I was always worried about, because my love for Tom is obviously like beyond”.

Comparing this pregnancy with her first two, the proud mum said it has been ‘very different’. She said: “With Aurelia, I had pre-eclampsia, and when I was 35 weeks pregnant with Bodhi, Tom got his diagnosis.”

She added: “I had a 15-month-old and was up doing night feeds with a newborn all while Tom was beginning his treatment. It was a lot”.

Kelsey, who is due to give birth end the end of June, previously said that she has been trying to enjoy this pregnancy more. She said after everything she has been through with her family, ‘you realise how precious life is’.

Alongside preparing for the new addition and adjusting to parenthood with Will, Kelsey continues her extensive charity work in honour of her late husband. This includes hosting a successful charity football match, sponsored by Grove Gallery, in his memory.

How Clean Is Your House? star Kim Woodburn has died aged 83, her family has sadly confirmed

Celebrity Big Brother star Kim Woodburn’s last post on social media was on Valentine’s Day just four months before she sadly died. The How Clean Is Your House? star, who first stepped into the spotlight on Channel 4’s show with Aggie MacKenzie, passed away on Monday, aged 83, her family confirmed.

On Valentine’s Day, Kim sent a message to her fans on Instagram, giving them instructions to get their messages in for her personalised videos. Fans of the no-nonsense star loved hearing Kim delivering their messages in her iconic tone, which earned her a legion of loyal fans. Updating her followers on the next set of videos, surrounded by teddy bears, wearing a string of gold chains, Kim said: “Right my loves, the usual message, I know it’s boring, but if I don’t tell you, you’ll forget, so open your lug holes. The next time I’ll be doing these videos is on Friday 21st February. I hope you’re all ok and keeping well. Thanks so much for asking me to do these videos. They give me such a laugh, thank you very much.”

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Responding to the post, her fans told her how much they loved her and how much she made them smile.

Sadly, this was Kim’s last ever post as a message was later posted on her account reading: “We regret to tell you that Kim is unable to record any more videos for the foreseeable future to a health problem. She sends her love to you all.”

Three months later and Kim’s family confirmed the sad news of her death today. A representative for Kim shared in a statement: “It is with immense sadness that we let you know our beloved Kim Woodburn passed away yesterday following a short illness.

“Kim was an incredibly kind, caring, charismatic and strong person. Her husband Peter is heartbroken at the loss of his soulmate.

“We are so proud of the amazing things Kim achieved in her life and career. We kindly ask that Kim’s husband and close friends are given the time and privacy they need to grieve.

“We will not be releasing any further details.”

Kim, who also starred in Celebrity Big Brother as well as string of appearances in shows, including This Morning and I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! was known for her hilarious off-the-cuff remarks, brutal honestly and no-nonsense attitude.

She was last seen in public when she attended The Vivienne’s funeral in January.

The star paid tribute to the RuPaul’s Drag Race star, who sadly died following a ketamine overdose, age 32. Kim was joined by a number of famous faces at the funeral, including Jade Thirlwall, Steps singer, Ian ‘H’ Watkins and X Factor star, Marcus Collins.

Celebrity Big Brother legend and How Clean Is Your House star Kim Woodburn has died at the age of 83 after a short illness her family has sadly confirmed

Kim Woodburn has died aged 83, her family has sadly confirmed, and before her untimely death, the TV star suffered a series of debilitating health issues, including blindness, Alopecia, an underactive thyroid, and severe neck pain.

The TV star, who shot to stardom for her no-nonsense attitude and witticisms on Channel 4’s How Clean Is Your House with Aggie MacKenzie, died on Monday. Her cause of death has not yet been confirmed. Kim’s beloved husband-of-46-years Peter, who she lived with in their Nantwich, Cheshire home, is “heartbroken” over the loss of his soulmate.

She has been described as an “incredibly kind, caring, charismatic and strong person” by her loved ones, who were “so proud” of what she achieved in her career. Announcing the sad news of her death, a representative for Kim shared in a statement: “It is with immense sadness that we let you know our beloved Kim Woodburn passed away yesterday following a short illness.

“Kim was an incredibly kind, caring, charismatic and strong person. Her husband Peter is heartbroken at the loss of his soulmate. We are so proud of the amazing things Kim achieved in her life and career.

“We kindly ask that Kim’s husband and close friends are given the time and privacy they need to grieve. We will not be releasing any further details.”

The Queen of clean faced numerous health challenges throughout her life, many of which she openly discussed in interviews and on social media. Born with limited vision – virtually blind in her right eye and short-sighted in her left – Woodburn’s childhood neglect prevented her from receiving treatment for her condition.

She only discovered the extent of her vision problems in her late teens while working in a factory. Despite this, she pursued a career as a model and later as a television personality, adapting her lifestyle to accommodate her visual impairments.

In addition to her vision issues, Kim contended with alopecia, an underactive thyroid, and a history of severe neck pain. She was diagnosed with hypothyroidism in her 60s, which caused fatigue and overheating.

Alopecia, leading to patchy hair loss, was another recurring issue she faced. In 2022, she underwent neck surgery to remove a damaged disc, which was affecting her hands. She humorously referred to the procedure as having her “throat cut” and recovered with her characteristic resilience .

Beyond physical health, Woodburn endured significant emotional trauma. She revealed that she was sexually abused by her father and physically abused by her mother during her childhood. Additionally, she suffered the loss of a stillborn son at six months pregnant, a traumatic event she later recounted on Loose Women.

Kim’s untimely death comes weeks after cancelling work commitments due to health concerns. Kim had been offering personal video greetings to her loyal followers for £25 a pop after also selling clips on the Cameo platform. But earlier this month she told her social media followers: “No more videos for now, my loves, I need to get better!”

A post on her Instagram account read: “We regret to tell you that Kim is unable to record any further videos for the foreseeable future, due to a health problem. Kim sends her love to you all.” She also recently went under the knife for surgery on her eye.

Elevate your garden with a tropical twist this summer, as this large Mexican fan palm tree has had its price slashed by a whopping 40% for a limited time

Fancy stepping up your outside space with an exotic flair, without breaking the bank? Now’s your chance. This Mexican Fan Palm Plant is currently up for grabs with a major discount. The Washingtonia Robusta is set to “transform your garden into a tropical paradise”, as this striking plant is celebrated for its towering height (up to 4 feet) and massive fan-shaped leaves that sway gracefully in the breeze.

This palm tree, which will transform your patio or garden into a tropical haven, would normally cost £32.98, but thanks to this Wowcher deal, it is currently available for £19.99.

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Sure to become a stunning focal point of your outdoor area, this Skyduster palm reaches 3-4ft, making it the perfect addition for gardens, patios, or decks. Touted as hardy and resilient, this palm tree thrives in UK climates, even as temperatures drop to -8°C, making it ideal for sunny, well-drained spots all year round.

Offering a vibrant, exotic touch, whether indoors or outdoors, this palm tree originated in Mexico and has become famed as the Hollywood palm in California. It adds an LA vibe to your outdoor area, regardless of where you live.

The main perk is that this tree is super easy to grow and requires minimal care and maintenance, so you can plant this beauty and sit back, relax and enjoy this plant’s tropical aesthetic.

Preferring sunnier spaces and set to thrive in fast-draining soil, this palm tree will transport you and your garden to the sun-drenched landscape of South America, without costing a fortune.

That said, the best time to plant this palm to be rewarded with the results of its tropical look is during the springtime. But that shouldn’t stop you planting in the summer months, as it’s recommended to pop this gem in the ground when there’s no risk of frost.

Green-thumbed shoppers who have taken advantage of this deal have left glowing testimonials. One happy customer shares: “This Fan Palm Tree arrived on time and well packed. It is healthy, strong, and already settled in its new pot. This tree was suitably moist, and hopefully, it will start sprouting new growth very soon.”

Another writes: “Lovely plants. Looks good on the patio.”

Further praise comes from this buyer, who beams: “Delivery was faster than expected, as in only a few days, and was delivered upright. The great thing was that it was bigger than I expected. I am so pleased I ordered this beautiful addition and would definitely order more.”

Another shopper shares the same sentiment, saying: “Really happy with this. It’s a really healthy plant, Bigger than I expected it to be too. Definitely recommend.”

Meghan Markle has opened up about how she would rewrite her public narrative given the chance in a brand new podcast inerview – and appeared to take aim at the royals

Meghan Markle has appeared to make a subtle dig at the Royal Family in her latest explosive podcast interview. The Duchess of Sussex was quizzed on her public image in an appearance on the Aspire by Emma Grede podcast, where she also discussed setting up her own As Ever lifestyle brand, as well as what drives her career goals.

At one point during the hour-and-a-half sit-down chat, Emma, the co-founder of jeans brand Good American with Khloe Kardashian, asks Meghan about how her fame makes her instantly recognisable.

She tells the Duchess: “I wanted to ask you a little bit about the public narrative, because when you sign up to be an actress, you know that people are going to start recognising you, they’re going to start speaking to you on the street. But that’s very different from what you have now.

And Meghan replies: “It is, Emma! It’s very different” before laughing. Emma follows up with: “If you could rewrite your public narrative from scratch, is there anything that you would do differently?”

To which Meghan says: “Yes, I would ask people to tell the truth.” She adds: “You go through those chapters and you do a lot of work. You do a lot of selfwork and go, what’s the why? It’s happening for a reason.” She adds: “My dear friend Serena, who I’m sure you know.. she says a lie can’t live forever. Eight years is a long time but not forever.”

Her comment about telling the truth comes after Meghan has previously accused the palace of “perpetuating falsehoods” about her during her time as a working royal. In her bombshell interview with Oprah Winfrey, the chat show host asked her: “How do you feel about the palace hearing you speak your truth today?”

And Meghan said: “I don’t know how they could expect that, after all of this time, we would still just be silent if there is an active role that The Firm is playing in perpetuating falsehoods about us.”

Meanwhile, elsewhere in the podcast, Meghan broke her silence on her controversial twerking video with a defiant response. The Duchess of Sussex raised eyebrows when she shared a clip of her and Prince Harry dancing around a hospital room in a bid to bring on labour while Meghan was in the later stages of pregnancy with Princess Lilibet.

The candid video, which runs for more than a minute, features the song ‘Baby Mamma’ and sees Harry beckoned in by Meghan as the pair dance together, with the duke appearing at the end with the hood of his grey hoodie up as he continues his dance moves.

Meghan, wearing a black maternity dress, cradles her large bump as she dances, as well as lifting her skirt above her knees, raising her hands in the air and wiggling low with her hands on her hips and legs.

The Duchess had not addressed the reaction to the now-viral clip – until now. Meghan tells Emma about being authentic to be successful, before asking the host: “Did you see my ‘Baby Momma’ dance?”

Emma, who is also a founding partner of Kim Kardashian’s successful brand Skims, revealed: “We maybe watched it like 20 times yesterday, and I was like, is that, is that her? Is that Prince Harry there with the fingers…I was like, okay…good on Harry, let’s go. But that’s you, right? Like that’s you in a way that we kind of haven’t been able to see you before.”

“And I did like a little secret cheer, cause I was like, well, that’s what I kind of want to see from you. Like I wanna see that happiness and that honesty and that ‘I don’t give a f***’ kind of thing.”

And breaking her silence on the clip, Meghan explained: “That was four years ago. So it’s also a really great reminder that with all the noise or whatever people do, there’s still a whole life — a real, authentic, fun life — that’s happening behind the scenes.”

“I’m just grateful that now, being back on social as well, I have a place where I can share it on my own terms.”

The newpodcast interview comes after Meghan took to social media just yesterday to share a heartfelt Father’s Day tribute to her husband, featuring rare never-before-seen footage of the couple’s two children.

Meghan posted a video to Instagram showing Harry alongside Archie and Lilibet, set to the song Have It All by Jason Mraz. “The best,” she captioned her post. “Happy Father’s Day to our favorite guy.”

The compilation showed photos and videos of Harry laughing, dancing and spending quality time with his children through the years. The Duchess made her social media return in early 2025 and regularly shares personal milestones and professional updates through her Instagram account.