Archive May 21, 2025

After weeks of quiet speculation and subtle online clues, Vick Hope only recently confirmed that she and husband Calvin Harris are expecting their first child together

BBC Radio 1 star Vick Hope was showered with presents as she temporarily bid farewell to her co-stars before heading on maternity leave. After weeks of quiet speculation and subtle online clues, Vick Hope only recently confirmed that she and husband Calvin Harris are expecting their first child together.

“This is my final week,” she told listeners during her drive time slot with co-hosts Jamie Laing and Katie Thistleton this week. “I wanted to share that with you because we’ve had such a lovely time over the last few weeks. That time is coming to an end for a bit because I’m going on maternity leave next week.”

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Jamie quickly added his support, saying: “You’re an amazing friend, an amazing person, and you’re just going to be an amazing mum.” Vick also took the opportunity to explain why she never made a formal announcement, despite ongoing curiosity from fans and media.

“This is not an announcement, by the way. People keep saying are you going to announce, are you going to announce? And I’m like, I’m not the King. I do not see the point, it’s not for me,” she said.

“I’ll be honest, I struggle with anything that’s personal or private. I will tell you a story about eating a kebab out of a bin, that’s one thing. But there’s a line and so I’ve never been that big on sharing. Particularly because I’ve just been enjoying this privately and quietly.”

On Tuesday, Vick took to her Instagram page to share the love she received from her co-stars before heading on maternity leave. She shared snaps of herself posing with co-star Jamie giggling.

She had had arm wrapped around his shoulder as he laughed and pointed at the camera. Vick also shared a snap of the red velvet cake her co-stars got for her as well as a few presents.

In the snaps, she rocked a gorgeous baby blue floor-length dress that accentuated her baby bump. She captioned the post: “Final @bbcradio1 Going Home show with just the two of us for a little while, it’s been such an absolute blast!

“Thank you for the love and the laughs these last few months sweet sweet @jamielaing, all the team, and of course our amazing listeners. Legends, the lot of ya.”

Jamie also shared a message for Vick, explaining: “To the sweetest soul, who goes on maternity leave today – what a blast we’ve had.

“You’re kind, caring, patient and put up with everything I do. Thank you for sharing your broadcasting secrets and thank you for being an all round legend!! Will miss you dude!”

Many shared their support for her, including Mollie King, Jamie Laing, Sophie Habboo, Giovanna Fletcher, and Ashley Louise James.

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Sorry star Justin Bieber admitted he once told his wife Hailey she’d never been on the cover of Vogue magazine, but now she is and the Kardashian clan have reacted

The Kardashians have thrown their support behind Hailey Bieber after her husband, Justin Bieber, admitted he once told his wife she would never be on the cover of Vogue. The Sorry star, 31, made the revelation after Hailey bagged her first cover of the iconic magazine, which is available to buy now.

After posting her proud photo on Instagram in which the mum-of-one, 28, poses to perfection wearing an open striped shirt, no underwear and slicked back hair, Hailey was met with a wave of approval by her Kardashian friends. Kim told the daughter of actor Stephen Baldwin she was “obsessed” and that she looked “so beautiful”. Meanwhile, Kylie Jenner replied: “SO beautiful” while Kendall Jenner and Kourtney Kardashian both liked the post.

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Justin, who recently rocked up at an ice hockey game with Hailey in Canada, has been slammed after admitting to his cruel comment after he revealed how he told his wife and mum of his son, Jack Blues, that she would never grace the cover of Vogue during a heated argument.

Responding to her cover shot for the US edition of the magazine on Instagram, he mused: “‘Yo, this reminds me when Hailey and I got into a huge fight, I told Hails that she would never be on the cover of Vogue. Yikes, I know, so mean. For some reason because I felt so disrespected, I thought I gotta get even.

“Think as we mature we realise that we’re not helping anything by getting even, we’re honestly just prolonging what we really want which is intimacy and connection.”

He concluded his post by writing a message directly to Hailey, which read: “So baby u already know but forgive me for saying u wouldn’t get a Vogue cover cuz clearly I was sadly mistaken.”

Following his reaction, many of the singer’s fans called him out for divulging such ‘unnecessary information’. One replied: “It’s okay to have secrets Justin,” as another wrote: “You couldn’t waterboard this information out of me lmao.”

Meanwhile, a third urged: “Why would you write something like that… put that phone down please.”

Others criticised him for accidentally writing ‘sadly mistaken’ rather than ‘happily’ mistaken, since Justin presumably meant to congratulate ‘Hails’ on the achievement.

Despite the singer’s awkward response to his wife bagging her first Vogue cover, Justin did praise Hailey in an interview with the magazine.

The Baby star, who has concerned fans recently with his dishevelled appearance amid rumours he and Hailey may be headed for divorce, said: “I’ve done a lot of dumb things in my life, but the smartest thing I’ve ever done was marry Hailey.”

The Canadian star also shared he loves family life with the couple’s son, gushing: “I’m walking in the days I always dreamed of.”

Giving her take on the couple’s relationship, Hailey insisted they were still very much together, but admitted the constant chatter about them was ‘exhausting’, saying: “And to be doing that all the while going on the internet every day and people being like, They’re getting divorced and They’re this and They’re not happy: It is such a mindf***. I cannot even begin to explain it. It’s a crazy life to live.

“I am in a space where I just don’t accept it. I don’t allow it anymore. We don’t have to allow those things into our space if we don’t want to.”

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George Wendt’s heartbroken Cheers co-stars have paid tribute after the legendary sitcom actor sadly died aged 76 at his home earlier this week

Actor George Wendt’s death prompted an outpouring of grief and remembrance from colleagues and friends, led by his longtime Cheers co-stars, who described the Norm Peterson actor as a gifted performer, a generous friend, and a gentle soul

The 76-year-old died peacefully in his sleep at his home, his family confirmed. Wendt’s death prompted an outpouring of grief and remembrance from colleagues and friends, led by his longtime Cheers co-stars, who described him as a gifted performer, a generous friend, and a gentle soul.

Ted Danson, who starred as bartender Sam Malone throughout all 11 seasons of the sitcom from 1982 to 1993, spoke of his devastation. “I am devastated to hear that Georgie is no longer with us. I am sending all my love to Bernadette and the children. It is going to take me a long time to get used to this. I love you, Georgie,” Danson said.

Wendt’s portrayal of Norm – the laid-back, beer-loving accountant who always occupied the same stool at the bar- became one of the most recognisable and endearing characters in US television history. The moment he walked through the door, greeted by the resounding call of “Norm” from everyone inside, became a defining hallmark of the show’s appeal.

John Ratzenberger, who played Norm’s best friend and bar regular Cliff Clavin, also reflected on the deep camaraderie the two shared, both on screen and off. “For 11 years on Cheers, we shared a stage, a lot of laughs and a front-row seat to one of television’s most beloved friendships. George brought Norm to life with a subtle brilliance – the kind that made it look easy. That was his gift,” Ratzenberger said.

“He was a true craftsman – humble, hilarious and full of heart. What you saw on screen was exactly who he was off screen with impeccable comedic timing and a deep loyalty to those he loved,” he added. “I’ll miss our conversations and the quiet moments of friendship that meant the most. My thoughts are with his wife Bernadette, their children, and everyone who loved him.”

Rhea Perlman, who played the wisecracking waitress Carla Tortelli, described Wendt as “the sweetest, kindest man I ever met.” “It was impossible not to like him,” Perlman said. “As Carla, I was often standing next to him, as Norm always took the same seat at the end of the bar, which made it easy to grab him and beat the crap out of him at least once a week. I loved doing it, and he loved pretending it didn’t hurt. What a guy! I’ll miss him more than words can say.”

Wendt’s character Norm was a constant throughout Cheers’ 11-year run and appeared in every single episode alongside Danson and Perlman. Norm’s sardonic humour, world-weary wisdom, and bottomless beer mug endeared him to audiences across generations.

Wendt received six consecutive Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series for the role. Beyond the cast, his passing was also marked by tributes from Boston itself, particularly the Bull & Finch Pub, the real-life bar that inspired the fictional setting of Cheers.

Located in Boston’s Beacon Hill neighbourhood, the pub became a pilgrimage site for show fans and eventually adopted the Cheers name in its signage and branding.

On Tuesday, staff at Cheers Boston paid a quiet tribute by reserving Norm’s seat at the bar and placing a cold glass of beer in front of it – Norm’s drink of choice. A small sign was added to mark the seat in Wendt’s honour.

Fans gathered outside the pub to take photos, leave flowers, and share stories of how Norm had brought laughter and comfort to their lives. Inside, the bar played reruns of Cheers, filling the room with familiar laughter and fond memories.

Wendt is survived by his wife of over four decades, actress Bernadette Birkett, and their children. He was also the uncle of Emmy-winning actor Ted Lasso star Jason Sudeikis.