At the end of the summer, Georgina Castle and Simon Lipkin, a power couple from the West End, got married, but only the bride managed to escape for a honeymoon in the winter.
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West End star Georgina Castle has been enjoying her honeymoon – without her husband(Image: @georginaecastle/Instagram)
Mamma Mia ! Georgina Castle, a reality TV star, revealed that she had traveled on a “honeymoon without my husband.” Without her other half, the actress gathered with her parents to enjoy a romantic getaway. The 33-year-old West End actor recently tied the knot with 39-year-old fellow stage actor Simon Lipkin. He has also appeared in productions of Dirty Dancing, Mean Girls, and Elf.
However, Simon has been too busy performing to leave, despite Georgina finding some time for some winter sun. Georgina skipped a sunburnt vacation to the Maldives with her parents, tennis legend Andrew Castle, 62, and mother Sophia, a former Strictly contestant.
The actress shared some of the highlights of her trip with her husband at home and her fans on Instagram. She captioned her hilariously funny story, “I went on a honeymoon without my husband and crashed my parents’ romantic holiday”! “I feel so incredibly lucky that I got to celebrate this year with family,” Georgina continued.
adding to her husband, who is currently cast as Fagan in an Oliver production! On Shaftesbury Avenue, Simon said, “You’ll be relieved to hear that we’re about to do something amazing soon…with a few less sharks.” Fish, turtles, sharks, suns, and a long line of emojis were added to the caption.
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Georgina was seen lying on the pristine sandy beaches, waving flyboards out in the clear waters, and swimming alongside sea life beneath the waves while wearing bikinis. Georgina, Andrew, and Sophia smiled for the camera while wearing snorkeling gear, making for a good mood for a family portrait alongside her parents.
Three months prior to Georgina and Simon’s engagement in front of friends and family, the couple made the trip. Georgina dazzled in a variety of outfits on their wedding day, which the happy couple have shared. In the heart of London, the bride and groom also posed for photos.
After uploading a number of images to her Instagram, Georgina wrote a gushing statement about her heart as she prepared for the next chapter in her life.
She continued, “We both adored getting married in the heart of the city, and there was something very special about it.” There’s always something romantic about a sunset on the beach, but there’s also something romantic about old brickwork, neon signs, and London’s energy.
An evening filled with love, laughter, incredible music, speeches that will stick with us forever, delicious cake, dancing, cocktails, more cake, and more music, she continued! Everyone who contributed to making it so special: thank you! Thank you so much @maramariebridal for creating the party look of my dreams, as well! “!
She continued, “I went into her store and fell in love with the full-length version of this mini, but I already had my wedding dress in mind. She super kindly offered to design this party dress for me that had all of my favorite elements from the original and was PERFECT!! I could “dance the night away,” “whack my hair into a pony,” and “let loose”!
Georgina and Simon both appeared in West End productions in 2022 and 2023, urging other women to visit the gown expert. “visit her because she’s the bloody best.”
Georgina has recently appeared in the West End version of the movie 50 First Dates, with earlier this year’s musical adaptation taking over Victoria’s The Other Palace.
Reality show fans will recall that Georgina’s father, former British number 1 tennis star, Andrew Castle, was a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing back in 2008. He was paired with professional dancer Ola Jordan – but the duo failed to win the season six crown.
In week seven, Tom Chambers and his dance partner Camilla Sacre-Dallerup won the season while Andrew and Ola were eliminated. S Club 7 singer Rachel Stevens and her dance partner Vincent Simone, as well as modeling sensation Lisa Snowdon and her dance partner Brendan Cole, were the other celebs to win that year.
Jessie J, who is best known for her impressive singing career, has spoken about her early breast cancer diagnosis and the way it has affected her life.
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Jessie spoke about her diagnosis(Image: Zoe McConnell / Women’s Health UK)
Jessie J, the singer who was diagnosed with cancer, has stated that she won’t “sit down and be quiet and cry” and will instead make a promise to sing as loudly and proudly as she can. The 37-year-old, who goes by Jessica Cornish, has revealed how early breast cancer affected her and how it affected her daily life.
The mother-of-one announced her diagnosis in June, and a few weeks later, she underwent her first operation. Jessie described how she delayed her surgery that month in an interview with Women’s Health UK to prepare for Capital’s Summertime Ball.
She continued, “I feel bad that not everyone who undergoes cancer surgery experiences that moment.” 80, 000 people cheered, not because I sang well or wore a certain outfit. We hoped this would go well and said, “We love you, we’re behind you.”
We don’t have to sit down and cry because we have cancer, so we’re not handcuffed. I’m going to scream “Bang Bang” the loudest I can.
The lyrics to the song Bang Bang, which she first sang with Ariana Grande and Nicki Minaj, are about having confidence and self expression.
Jessie wants to alter the cancer narrative, saying, “Oh, you should go away and deal with it privately and quietly. Nobody ought to be aware of it. Nobody wants to see how ugly you look. And when everything is finished, and everything is perfect, return. That’s not who I am.
“I did a show the day after the miscarriage, even after the miscarriage.” I was grieving while I was on the stage, which was the show.
And she hopes that speaking out loudly about the illness rather than hiding behind her. People constantly tell me that a friend checked her breasts after hearing my story, she continued. They discovered a lump, which is cancer, and it has been detected early. I’m in a puddle right now. So, yes, I’ll continue to emphasize how crucial it is.
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The singer-songwriter made it known in August that she needed to have another operation before the end of the year, which caused her to postpone her upcoming tour.
The US leg of her tour has been postponed, and her UK and European tour dates have been postponed until April 2026.
After her surgeries, she returned to performing in September, at BBC’s Radio 2 in the Park in Chelmsford. In November she was seen hugging the Princess of Wales at the Royal Variety Performance.
Both women have shared experiences of receiving cancer treatment in the public eye, despite the fact that she described it as a “mum to mum” experience at the time.
Jessie also spoke to Women’s Health about how she reached out to presenter Davina McCall, who announced her breast cancer diagnosis in a post on Instagram last month.
This is your thing, the singer said, “I’ve never spoken to [Davina] before, but I reached out and said, “This is what’s helped me, maybe it can help you.” You make the necessary bubble.
Sky Safir Cornish Colman, the singer’s son, was born in London in 2023 despite having a miscarriage in November 2021.
Jessie has struggled with ill health her entire life, having been diagnosed with a heart condition at the age of eight, having experienced a minor stroke at the age of 18 and having briefly lost hearing in 2020.
She said, “So many things have happened to me since I was young.” I’ve always had obscure medical problems that (doctors) can’t figure out.
Nothing has caused me any harm. I think I’ve done everything in my power to assist others. Even if all it’s about is to write about it is.
With Domino, Price Tag, and Bang Bang, the singer-songwriter has three number one songs on the UK singles chart.
Her first studio album in almost a decade, Don’t Tease Me With a Good Time, was released on November 28. It is said to have captured her final ten years’ raw highs and lows. She claimed last month that her cancer had altered her outlook on life at the LP launch in London.
She continued, “I’m just grateful for the lessons and grateful honestly for the connectivity that has given me with so many cancer patients. I wouldn’t have had the beautiful conversations I’ve had. Additionally, I’ve grown up better as a parent and a better person. I’ve never given a damn about the little things. Some things no longer stress me out because you just have to sit down when life turns into something you feel powerless to control.
Jessie won four Mobo awards in 2011 including the Brit Award for rising star and the best UK act, best newcomer, best song for Do It Like a Dude, and best album with Who You Are.
Jessie also praised her partner, Chanan Colman, as well as her “extraordinary” dad. They first got together in 2021, but they kept things a secret until they were spotted together in Los Angeles in 2022.
While on Sir Richard Branson’s Necker Island, the singer and former basketball player later confirmed their relationship.
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She remarked, “Chanan is the most amazing father. He is such a stand-up father and man, and it is obvious that he loves our son Sky first. He’s been really good at challenging me with how I’m looking after myself because he’s an ex-athlete and also has no assistant. Every so often, my mother will come and offer assistance. But when I’m at work, Chanan frequently has Sky.
The full interview with Jessie J can be found in the December 23rd issue of Women’s Health UK.
Fans can peek inside their enormous Cheshire mansion thanks to Tom Brady and Molly-Mae Hague. Since 2024, the couple has been renovating the seven-bedroom home, which also has a swimming pool.
Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury may have found a forever home. If fans overlook the nine-month period during which they split, the Love Island stars have a fairytale romance since they first met on the ITV reality show in 2019.
With his evolving YouTube channel, boxer Tommy, 26, has been strengthening his influence. And he recently welcomed fans into his home, which he shares with his 26-year-old fiancée Molly-Mae and their 2-year-old daughter Bambi.
The couple has spent the last seven years of their busy renovations in Cheshire since purchasing the seven-bedroom home in August of that year. The couple’s dream home appears to have come to an end as 2025 draws to a close.
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Tommy created a video update about a day in his life that included a tour of the property, which is thought to be worth £5 million. He also mentioned that they had a family pool, which Bambi had been learning to swim in, and that he had been enjoying the heat of his home sauna.
The reality star praised the mansion, saying, “I spend my entire day doing this every day and every night.” I’ve been using the infrared sauna for about six months. Every night, I spend 20 minutes there, which really helps me fall asleep. Then, immediately following, I jump into the pool. “
Additionally, Molly-Mae explained that renovations have been going well and that she has also been promoting the property on YouTube. She demonstrated a substitute dressing room in a recent update as evidence that she was using it until the building’s main dressing room was finished.
She stated to the audience, “I want to make a bedroom exactly how I want it to be when I re-do it.” The house has really grown and been worth doing because of everything we’ve done so far. We are actually developing it, improving it, and making it even more amazing.
The 68-year-old creator of iconic TV shows like New York Undercover passed away just months after fans urged him to look for a kidney donor.
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Kevin Arkadie has died at the age of 68(Image: Getty Images)
Kevin Arkadie, a legend in the television industry, passed away at the age of 68, his family has confirmed. The Emmy-nominated actor, who is best known for co-creating the police drama series New York Undercover, had previously revealed his kidney failure. While a celebration of his life is planned for the first few years of his life, it has not yet been revealed.
Kevin has been hailed as a pioneer in American television writing after working as a writer on shows like The Shield and as a co-producer on shows like Chicago Hope. And since his death was announced almost a week ago, on Wednesday, December 17, online, there have been online tributes paid.
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The writer’s cousin, L True Green, who is also a producer, shared news of Kevin’s death on Facebook. Uploading a photograph of the celebrated writer, he posted: “This man right here was one of America’s greatest storytellers. He has forever changed the landscape of creativity … he is the reason I have remained in the arts as a writer today.”
Another online tribute to Kevin was produced by Tony-winning producer Lamar Richardson, who most recently appeared in the TV series Freeman Ranch. He stated, “We spent a lot of time with him developing and pitching together this year, and Kevin was the first showrunner to sign on to one of our TV projects at Ivy Lion. He worked tirelessly, worked hard, and was a brilliant researcher. Everything was always focused on delivering the best story.
It’s not lost on us that he was willing to accept a young production company and a relatively new writer. We are extremely grateful to have worked with him because it was important to him to invest in the development of diverse voices.
We’ll cherish the time we spent with him, Lamar said, and we’ll always say his name. His soul may rest peacefully in peace, and may angel flights comfort him. His impact on his field will undoubtedly never be forgotten.
Stan Spry, Kevin’s manager, described him as “a tremendous talent and a trailblazer.” He was a friend and a beautiful person, which was even more important. His impact on television will not be forgotten, just like his love for those who watched him. He will be greatly missed.
Kevin’s co-creation of New York Undercover in the 1990s, which featured Malik Yoba and Michael DeLorenzo in the lead roles, garnered praise over the years. He twice received an Emmy nomination, and he also received a WGA America Award for his 2006 Noggin series Miracle’s Boys.
The Express quotes Kevin and says to his wife, “If everything ended today, I would do good… Mine is a long story of success, but I still took it up the ass more than I wanted.”
Back in July, Kevin updated fans with news of his health as he explained he was battling kidney failure. He said in an Instagram video: “It’s about time for an update on my post from almost a year ago. That’s when I posted that need, that I needed a living kidney donor.
My kidney function increased from 9% all the way up to a sizable 12% after my kidneys were failing and I was given dialysis. That still fails, but I feel better about it. I mean, I cycled 103 miles from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara even a few weeks ago.
He continued, “Quite a few amazing friends and family actually stepped up to donate a kidney,” expanding further at the time. However, you must be in good health for a hospital to say, “We’re going to cut you open, take out one of your organs, and give it to someone else.” You must be extremely healthy, after all. So regrettably, I’ve already had my good friends and family rejected by all of my donors.
He continued, “Now the Mayo Clinic and Cedars are telling me I need to do everything I can to spread the word.” Wear T-shirts and wear buttons that say I need a kidney. You’re a writer, a doctor told me. Don’t just ask. In front of your home, place a sign. A kidney is required for this house.
He stated that, for anyone who wants to learn more, the average wait time for a donor in California is five to eight years, sometimes a little faster, sometimes a little slower. Who is aware? I’m told by my doctor that I’ll never be able to function without dialysis. So shoot me a direct message if you or someone you know is even slightly interested in making a donation. His wife and their family survive him.
The most recent “messed” move in the Beckhams’ feud has been decoded by a PR to the stars, with comments from Brooklyn’s friend said to contain a dark “irony” as the fractious family prepares for Christmas.
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Brooklyn and Nicola Peltz-Beckham appear to be forming their own path away from the household name(Image: Getty Images for Vogue)
For three decades, the Beckham name has signalled a seemingly unbreakable family unit. From matching outfits to front-row support at every fashion show, David and Victoria have put on a show of unity with their four children.
But as the festive season approaches, the “polish” on the billion-pound brand is beginning to lose its shine. As Brooklyn Beckham, 26, and Nicola Peltz-Beckham, 30, carve out their own “next generation” empire, the narrative is shifting from a united family story to two rival lanes.
The latest drama has seen Brooklyn block his family on social media after mum Victoria liked a post about him roasting a chicken. The 26-year-old unfollowed his famous parents, David and Victoria, on Instagram yesterday, with his younger brother Cruz confirming the drastic move. It was claimed that they unfollowed Brooklyn and wife Nicola Peltz in response to being unfollowed. Addressing the rumours, Cruz wrote on Instagram: “NOT TRUE. My mum and dad would never unfollow their son. Let’s get the facts right. They woke up blocked… as did I.”
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According to reports, Brooklyn shared his poultry cooking advice, sparking the most recent row. “So it has been beer-brining for the last 24 hours and I’m just finishing putting some rosemary butter around”, he said, presenting the meat to the camera. In the video to promote the clothing line, he continued, “And that is my simple way of making a chicken breast, some potatoes, and vegetables in my Express.”
Many urged Brooklyn to reconcile with his parents after Victoria was discovered by fans. “Victoria liked this post. Yes 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 : 🙂 : : ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; ; One person said, “Family is everything.” Another said: “Go cook with your Dad. Looks delicious. A third person said, “Your parents have just one life, and it’s very precious.” A fourth said: “U sound and look your dad. Make a contact.
According to The Sun, Brooklyn became annoyed at his mum’s public display of affection and blocked the whole family – including dad David, brothers Romeo and Cruz and little sister Harper. “It appears that Brooklyn has blocked them to show them that’s it, this is final. It is very clear that this is a sign of his complete estrangement from his family,” a source said.
Soon after, Brooklyn’s camp hit back – with a ‘friend’ of the couple claiming they are sick of being ‘gaslit’. According to the Daily Mail, Victoria and David have been told not to contact their son, who apparently finds their social media posts ‘anxiety inducing’. “It would be really in the holiday spirit if the Beckhams could just back off and leave them alone for now,” the pal sniped.
“Nicola and Brooklyn haven’t been commenting. They merely desire tranquility. The Beckhams should stop contacting, commenting, and briefing because it is ineffective, according to the source.
The unnamed friend added: “The Instagram stuff is just a media play – it feels like more manipulation, more gaslighting. Brooklyn and Nicola are only made to feel more distant by it. The speculation makes them angry. They are trying to take the high road which is not to react at all and to just live their lives”.
But what does this latest twist in the dramatic saga mean? Especially when it is so close to Christmas? PR expert Mayah Riaz warns that the latest move by the Beckham-Peltz duo – who are aiming to strike out and create their own brand – is intentionally designed to take control of the narrative and silence their relatives.
Pointing out the ‘irony’ of their friend’s comments given Brooklyn and Nicola’s aversion to ‘briefings’ from the other side, she tells The Mirror: “This absolutely reads like a briefing. The irony here is hard to ignore. When a source uses emotionally loaded language like ‘manipulation’ and ‘gaslighting’, that is not accidental or neutral.”
That is narrative shaping, according to the PR to the stars. It positions Brooklyn and Nicola not just as hurt, but as victims of something darker and more deliberate. That PR decision is very specific. Victimhood with credibility is the hidden spin. By framing themselves as being gaslit, they are attempting to flip the power dynamic. We are justified in our silence, not “we are silent,” but rather that the message is. Why they aren’t engaging directly are the objectives of this kind of briefing. It gives them moral high ground without them having to speak themselves.
Mayah continued, “The choice of the word “gaslighting” is particularly telling,” further analysing the language used. It is a very online, very therapy language term that resonates with younger audiences. Gen Z and millennial readers who are familiar with narratives with boundaries, toxicity, and emotional control are the target audience. That suggests that the focus should be on integrating their personal brand with contemporary values, not just about family.
“The Beckhams are globally powerful, wealthy, media savvy and historically very controlled in how they brief. The narrative shifts from familial disagreement to emotional harm when Brooklyn and Nicola are cast as being psychologically worn down. They are now “people protecting their mental health,” according to PR, moving from “difficult children.”
But what does it mean for David and Victoria”? This is one of those instances where the polish slightly deteriorates when it comes to Brand Beckham, according to Mayah. The Beckhams have always traded in their aspirations for their relatability. A very public family wobble reminds people they are still human. “
She warns that the reaction poses a risk. From a brand perspective, it only becomes damaging if it turns into silence, mixed messaging or obvious sides being taken publicly. It currently feels sloppy rather than malicious.
The PR guru thinks the couple’s apparent briefing is a sign of damage control and is considering how to build their own empire. Mayah said:” I don’t think this is about escalating the feud. It involves controlling future interpretation by drawing a line in the sand. This framing will already be present if more stories emerge. Anything the Beckhams say or do next can be filtered through this lens of ‘ pressure ‘ or ‘ manipulation’. That is effective positioning.
The senior Beckhams have a new, if uncomfortable, reality as a result. One of the most talked-about aspects of the rift is the” Gen Z “nature of the disagreement – specifically the reported” blocking “of parents on social media.
Some people may perceive it as a PR stunt, but Mayah believes it has roots in unfiltered emotion. I would say emotional first, strategic second, “she notes”. Parents’ branding is rarely a logical choice. It uses a very cutting-edge, Gen Z method to create boundaries.
However, in the world of the ultra-famous, personal feelings quickly become public assets. “The timing may then become strategic once the story is already in motion, because when you are part of a famous family, even emotions have PR consequences.”
Christmas is often the time celebrity families portray the image of the “perfect” family – something that the Beckhams have been known for. It’s unclear what led to Brooklyn blocking his family on social media, but Cruz made his feelings clear in an Instagram story defending his parents.
Mayah says, “Why now, just before Christmas, is what makes this cut through?” The ultimate family brand holiday is Christmas. Stockings, olive branches, nostalgia. Any hint of fracture “feels amplified.”
She calls the current situation “combustible” because, in her opinion, it fundamentally conflicts with everything the Beckhams have spent the past thirty years representing. It turns a private disagreement into a symbolic one. “
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According to Mayah, the upcoming weeks will determine if the” next generation “takeover is a healthy expansion or a permanent division”. What should you focus on watching for the most part, “Mayah concludes.”
Brand Beckham is preserved and arguably strengthened if there is quiet reconciliation or a soft, united moment. If the silence hardens, then the narrative shifts from family tension to family division. When it turns into a longer-term issue, that is.
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Victoria Beckham has made her first public appearance since it was claimed that Brooklyn, her eldest son, had allegedly brutally blocked the entire family on social media as a result of their feud.
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Lady Victoria Beckham has spoken for the first time as the family feud escalated(Image: Getty Images for YouTube)
After her son, Brooklyn, blocked the entire family, Lady Victoria Beckham declared, “it’s tough.” The feud between the aspiring chef and his family has recently reached new heights.
Brooklyn, who frequently discusses his most recent ventures on social media, was disrespected by Sir David, his father, last month. Additionally, he missed any of David’s birthday celebrations. Instead, it was claimed that he intended to attend public gatherings rather than attend private meetings with his father.
However, Brooklyn was in London at the time and was staying just a short distance from where the Beckham family celebrated. Over the weekend, Brooklyn’s younger brother, Cruz, 20, claimed the entire family had been blocked on Instagram.
But Victoria, 51, is putting on a brave face and was seen downing a shot before sipping on water with her beauty business colleagues as they prepared for Christmas. “Cheers to me! Enough about me, what do you guys think about me?” she asked her colleagues.
After watching her documentary, Victoria explained that she loved rooms with great lighting and sat back and indulged in delicious-looking food in another clip. The former singer-turned-fashion and beauty mogul captioned her upload, “Someone has to do it, but it’s a tough job being me”!
Unseen footage from the most recent series starring Victoria Beckhambeauty as Creative Director, she added. Happy holidays, everyone!
Brooklyn made mashed potatoes and roasted a beer-brined chicken in a video that was posted to his Instagram account last weekend. Victoria liked the post, but he blocked his family just a few days later. David and Victoria initially claimed they had abandoned their oldest child.
Cruz later refuted this assertion, saying: “NOT TRUE. Never would my parents unfollow their son, according to my parents. Get the facts right, folks. They both woke up blocked, just like I did. Brooklyn and his wife, Nicola Peltz-Beckham, are hoping the family will “leave them alone,” according to a source who spoke to the Daily Mail.
They continued, adding that “The Beckhams started these “blocking” game stories earlier this year.” It shouldn’t and shouldn’t be a story whether someone follows someone on Instagram or any other platform. Nothing has changed in this unfortunate circumstance.
Brooklyn is being “further away” from his family, according to the source, who claims Cruz is speaking out against the alleged social media blocking. However, a source close to David and Victoria has refuted this claim, saying that his family will always be in constant love with him. They continued, “They will always be here for him and they always want him to know that they are devastated by this situation.”
It appears that Brooklyn has blocked them so far, that’s it, this is final. Their final connection was to follow Brooklyn on social media, the source continued to tell the publication.
Brooklyn and Nicola will celebrate at their American home instead of the Beckhams’ estate in the Cotswolds, where he is not expected to spend the holidays. The family has attempted to build bridges with Brooklyn in recent weeks despite the conflict, but all posts have been ignored.
The Mirror has approached Brooklyn’s spokesperson for comment.
