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Peter Andre issued a strongly worded statement last week after years of staying silent on his co-parenting with ex-wife Katie Price – and a source has warned it’s just the start of things to come

Peter Andre broke his silence on co-parenting his kids with Katie Price last week in a strongly worded statement – which, a source warns, is just “the tip of the iceberg”.

The Mysterious Girl singer, 52, came out fighting amid a stream of recent accusations from Katie about their children, Princess, 18, and Junior, 20, after staying virtually silent on the topic since their bitter divorce in 2009.

In a post on social media, Peter wrote, “For 16 years, I have stayed silent in the face of repeated lies from my ex-wife and her family, out of respect for my children and loved ones, but staying silent has been incredibly frustrating. That ends today.”

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A source has claimed Peter has been given “no choice” but to speak out, saying, “He’s broken and been pushed to the brink. He’s had enough of Katie’s lies, and has kept a dignified silence for 16 years as he didn’t want anything to upset Princess and Junior.

“But she has left him no other choice. His mum is very ill and all of this is so stressful,” they added. “He just wants this to stop for the sake of his family.”

Peter was responding to Katie’s attempts on her podcast to “clear up” confusion about Princess and Junior’s living arrangements. On The Katie Price Show she said, “Princess lives with me and she stays with her dad. She has been staying at her dad’s the past two months because she has been filming her show.”

Just hours later, Peter released his statement – which was ‘liked’ by his wife of 10 years, Emily MacDonagh. In his statement he said the two children were placed in his care “for their safety” in 2018.

He wrote, “The latest comments about my children’s welfare and living arrangements compel me to set the record straight. For well-documented reasons, and for their safety, Junior and Princess came into my care

in 2018 and remained with me until they reached adulthood. In 2019, the family courts issued a legally binding order to enforce this arrangement.” He added, “I have never made this public before, out of respect for my children.”

He went on to state that the courts found Katie “had made false claims” on two separate occasions, in 2011 and 2015, and that “she was ordered to pay substantial damages and legal costs, and to apologise to me and my management”.

In a parting shot, Peter implied this was just the start of his fight-back, writing that her “baseless accusations” would be “dealt with in the coming months”.

Shortly afterwards, Katie’s camp released a statement saying the mum-of-five was “at peace with the situation” and didn’t feel the need to bring up “tit for tat comments”.

“More importantly she’s dealing with this the right way and it’s now in her lawyer‘s hands. Kate will no longer be gaslighted and bullied as she once was,” her team said.

Our source added, “Kate is saying it’s ‘tit for tat’ since Pete has issued his statement, but for the last few weeks all Katie has done is discuss Pete. Peter is totally fed up and felt he had no choice but to correct things in a statement – but that’s the tip of the iceberg.”

The latest drama started when Princess, who turned 18 in June, bagged her own reality show on ITV2, The Princess Diaries. Katie accused Pete’s management team, who also manage Princess, of excluding her from the show. She has also claimed that they have banned her from attending Princess’ public events.

“I’m not allowed and not welcome,” she claimed recently, adding, “They won’t allow Princess to do photoshoots with me, they won’t allow me to go to any events with Princess because they think I am trash, basically.”

Pete’s management firm, The CAN Group, said, “We would never stop any of our clients seeing their family. It’s not something we would get involved with.”

Our source added, “All Pete wanted was for Princess’ show to be a success and for it to be about her. He’s only in the show because Princess lives with him and Emily and he wanted to support her.”

Former Celebrity Big Brother star Katie expressed her concern last week that the situation was having a negative impact on their children, particularly Princess.

“I’m proud of her and I just want to be there with her, because now I feel like I’ve missed out on so much, and it’s so not fair to [make] Princess piggy in the middle,” she said on her podcast. “So I think it’s about time all of us adults just sit down and talk about what their beef is with me and just get over it.”

However, our source said, “Katie’s suggested that they sit down and talk, but years ago Peter tried to do that and she wasn’t interested. He’s tried so hard in the past and it’s never happened.”

When we approached Peter’s representative for a comment, they said, “Peter has released a statement and won’t be commenting further at this time.”

EXCLUSIVE: Singer Olly Murs and his wife Amelia are expecting their second baby and have opened up becoming parents and their struggle after Amelia’s first difficult birth

With an energetic 16-month-old and another baby on the way, Olly and Amelia Murs are the perfect fit as the new faces of The Parent Hood, M&S ’s club for mums and dads. One of the fastest growing baby clubs in the UK, it is part of the high street chain’s loyalty scheme, Sparks, and encourages young parents to meet up in M&S cafés to swap experiences over a cuppa and free slice of cake. It’s a hectic time for Essex-based Olly, 41, and Amelia, 32. The pair, who married two years ago, have their hands full with toddler Madison, who appears with them in the Parent Hood campaign. Outside of daddy duties, singer Olly has just finished his latest tour and he is still presenting his Heart FM weekend radio show alongside fellow M&S ambassador Mark Wright. With fitness enthusiast Amelia due to give birth imminently, OK ! caught up with the couple to discuss all the highs and lows of parenting…

Hi guys. Congrats on your role as The Parent Hood ambassadors. It seems a great match… Amelia: Yeah, I feel like everything has aligned at the right time. We’re so proud to be part of this as a family. Olly: The fact we could do the photo shoot with Madi and the bump was really special. M&S is an amazing brand and part of British culture, and hopefully we can inspire more parents to go to the clubs. It began with you going to the club, didn’t it Amelia? Yes, I’ve been a member almost since it formed. It can be quite lonely as a mum, but this gives you a sense of community, and a reason to go out. There’s so much parents don’t know, but you can learn about everything from weaning recipes to what kind of nursing bra to buy. Olly: It’s lovely that mums can go and just have a chat. You know, “Am I doing it right?”, “This happened today”, “Oh, my god, I did the same thing.” It gives you a bit of reassurance that everyone’s going through the same thing. Are you both keen to be honest about the challenges of parenting? Amelia: I’ve tried to be a bit more open recently, especially while Olly’s been away. Olly: There’s no point being all happy and Instagrammy and, “It’s all amazing.” I’m very honest. Being parents is unbelievable, but at the same time it’s extremely hard. Being pregnant, Amelia hasn’t been able to go the gym much, which is her hobby. You don’t want to lose who you are, so it’s about finding a balance. What advice have you given your mate Mark Wright about his and Michelle Keegan’s baby girl Palma? Olly: People said to me, “Olly, enjoy the first four months. They’re the best time.” And I was like, “What?” When Madison came it didn’t feel like that. I told Wrighty that and he took it on board. I’ve been saying, “Enjoy your trip to Majorca, because, trust me, when Palma is crawling or walking in a few months, that’s a whole other level.” I also warned him about the weaning stage. You think they’re choking and your wife’s like, “It’s fine – she’s just got to learn how to use her mouth.” What’s it called? The gag reflex. I’m like, “Babe, I can’t. I’m off to sit in the other room.”

Do you think Palma and Madison will grow up as friends? Olly: I hope so, being around the same age. And with us being parents at the same time, it’s going to be special. We haven’t had time to make it work because our schedules are so mad, but we will when things calm down. Wrighty and I have already spoken about going on holiday and just being together, which will be fun. We’ve got such a good friendship, and I really want Michelle and Amelia to meet properly. I’m sure they’ll have loads in common. How’s Madison doing? Olly: A few weeks ago, she was the best I’ve ever seen her. For two weeks, she ate everything Amelia gave her. But for the last three or four days, it’s been, “Nope, don’t like that.” It’s the same food as last week! What’s going on? She’s babbling away now. It sounds like she’s speaking French or German. Which one of you is she most like? Amelia: She’s very like Olly in that she loves an audience and is very extrovert. But she’s also quite independent and if we’re trying to feed her she’s like, “I’m doing that myself” – with spaghetti going everywhere. Olly: Me and Amelia can both be very stubborn. She’s definitely got that part of us. Who’s the best nappy-changer? Olly: We have two different styles. Amelia’s very precise and it’s a real experience. Madi’s got her toys and she’s all calm. Me, I’m like an F1 pit-stopper, I just get it done quickly. Do you think you’ll be a strict dad when Madison is older? Yeah, because that’s how my parents were with me. I think discipline and respect are important. I don’t want her to have any self-entitlement or to feel like she deserves anything more than anyone else. I want to her to be grounded. Are you managing to squeeze in some date nights ahead of Baby No.2? Olly: We were meant to go to Wimbledon, but it was 36 degrees, so we didn’t think it was a good idea. Amelia: We’re dropping Madi off to Olly’s mum later so we can do some clearing out. Does that count? With another baby due, there must be lots of different emotions… Amelia: It changes week by week as I get closer to having the baby. We can’t wait to meet who’s in there and see Madi with a sibling. But I get a bit overwhelmed when I think of having two under two. Olly: We know we can do it and it’s going to be fine. The most important thing is that the baby is healthy.

Did you have an unplanned C-section last time? Amelia: We were planning a natural birth, but Madi was in a precarious position. She was transverse [sideways] so we didn’t have an option. The recovery was brutal and I wish people had been more honest about that. Maybe it’s because I’m active, but I didn’t realise how much I wouldn’t be able to do afterwards. You’ve chosen not to find out the sex, but do you have a hunch? Amelia: It’s hard to tell, because I was convinced Madi was a boy. But I do think this one is a boy. Olly: Obviously, that’d be cool, but I’m swaying more to thinking it’s a girl. I’d love that, I genuinely would. Have you planned this birth yet? Olly: We’re reaching the point where we have to make decisions. But this feels like a different pregnancy. Amelia: We know that this baby’s not transverse, which is good. Olly: We’re very excited and announcing this thing with M&S has made it much more real. Two or three more weeks and we’re gonna be right back at it!

M&S ambassadors Olly & Amelia Murs become the face of The Parent Hood, M&S’s first Baby Club. For more info and to sign up, visit marksandspencer.com/mysparks

Princess Andre swears by an affordable £16 shimmer body oil that leaves skin soft, radiant, and glowing all summer long

Princess Andre is always looking radiant, and the 18-year-old has recently revealed the secret behind her glow: a £16 shimmer body oil that she says she’s “in love” with.

Affordable, easy to use, and perfect for maintaining that back-from-the-beach look, Space NK’s Caribbean Shores Shimmer Body Oil is the product in question. Available in three different colours, including Pearl, Golden, and Bronze, these wallet-friendly oils are the perfect way to bring some sunshine into your body care.

Juicy mandarin, creamy coconut, and floral jasmine are mixed with warm notes of sandalwood and caramel for a summer-ready scent that lingers on the skin all day long.

The oil has also been enriched with adaptogen ashwagandha and argan oil, so it deeply hydrates while leaving skin radiant and luminous all year round.

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Not only does it give you that holiday glow on demand, but it’s also kinder to the planet. The bottle is made with single-substrate plastic and recycled material, and you can reuse the pump, helping to reduce waste. This is a win for the environment and a win for your summer bodycare routine.

It’s super affordable at £16, but we’ve rounded up a few other shimmer oils we’ve been loving this summer below…

Best shimmer body oils

NUXE Huile Prodigieuse® Or Shimmering Multi-Purpose Dry Oil

Available for £22 here

If you’re looking to enhance your summer glow, Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse is a must-have. Its nourishing blend of seven botanical oils deeply hydrates the skin and is suitable for all skin types.

In addition to softening and plumping, the natural ingredients in this elixir offer anti-aging and antioxidant properties, as well as the ability to help reduce the appearance of stretch marks. With notes of orange blossom, vanilla, and magnolia, this dry oil not only smells amazing but gives you the radiant glow you’ve been looking for.

Coco & Eve Antioxidant Glow Shimmer Body Oil

Available for £28 here

For those who want to take their summer tan to the next level, real or fake, Coco & Eve’s shimmer body oil is the perfect option. This lightweight oil is designed to complement your bronze with a silky, luminous finish.

Fast-absorbing and non-greasy, it leaves your skin feeling smooth, plump, and moisturised in all the right places. Whether you’re heading to the beach or stepping out for a night in the city, this oil is your secret to a sun-kissed look all season long.

Rituals The Ritual of Karma Shimmering Body Oil

Available for £24.90 here

To revive dull-looking skin and add a touch of sparkle to your summer glow, Ritual’s shimmer body oil delivers just the right amount of subtle shimmer.

Former Baywatch star Pamela Anderson on reviving The Naked Gun, trusting her sons’ career advice and learning from ‘sweetheart’ Liam Neeson

Pamela Anderson’s career renaissance is continuing apace, as she’s currently starring alongside Hollywood heavyweight Liam Neeson in the quirky comic franchise reboot, The Naked Gun . A sequel to the original trilogy, Northern Irish star Liam plays Lt Frank Drebin Jr, son of Leslie Nielsen’s legendary bumbling lawman, while Baywatch icon Pamela plays Beth, who turns to Frank for help in catching her brother’s killer.

Comedy moments aside (one montage involves Liam and Pamela in a threesome with a snowman), it’s the smoking chemistry between Liam and Pamela — on and off-screen — that’s had everyone talking. The pair have looked undeniably cosy on red carpets, although neither have confirmed or denied any romance.

Here, Pamela, 58, talks about her latest role, gushes about working with Liam, and reveals how her sons are her greatest supporters and “harshest critics”… It comes after one TV star admitted Lucy Mecklenburgh says she sleeps in separate bed to Ryan as she fumes over pregnancy

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Hi, Pamela! Everyone’s talking about you and Liam Neeson. How was it working together?

Liam’s fantastic. Everyone, I think, is going to fall in love. He’s had an incredible career, starting in theatre and being part of acting royalty, starring in Schindler’s List and all his other films. So it was intimidating. I was afraid to meet him. I was literally shaking the first day I came to rehearse with him. But he’s such a gentleman, such a sweetheart, so giving and generous, and so complimentary and supportive that, you know, you can’t help but fall in love with him.

The chemistry between you two is fantastic…

We do have chemistry and, you know, off-set, he’s silly. He has that little boy sense of humour. Yeah, he’s funny. On set, I don’t think we broke too much, but in rehearsals, we’d be playing around and having a bit of a laugh. But we’d still be shooting the film today if we laughed at everything! Some of the crew had to hide in corners, and the video village was really far away, in some kind of soundproof room, so they could not laugh.

What attracted you to doing a comedy film?

Well, I’ve kind of restarted my career — I did Chicago on Broadway, then The Last Showgirl . I thought it would be a nice juxtaposition to do a high comedy after a drama. It was exciting to play with, and I really respond to comedy. The fact they even thought of me for this was so exciting. I’m glad I did it.

Were you a fan of the original movies?

Oh, I love the Naked Gun s. They were really funny — such crazy, silly comedies. The world needs that right now. Everyone needs a good giggle, and this movie definitely has some of those.

So what can people expect from this film?

It’s just one laugh after another. I think people will love all different parts of it. There’s definitely an audience for this. It’s a genre, but silly — you know, burst-out-laughing stuff. It’s really wild.

How did you prepare to play your character, Beth?

I work a lot on the character before I even get to the set. Whether it’s a drama or a high comedy, you still put the work in. So we talked a lot about her backstory and the storyline. The director was very scientific with the jokes, but I also wanted to bring honesty, authenticity and vulnerability to Beth. I see some sincere and tender moments, which I don’t think you’d expect in a film like this. I was proud to see that.

What were your favourite scenes to shoot?

I think the montage is one of my favourites. I loved all the snowman scenes, he was really cute. But it was all exciting and fun. It’s interesting to work with such an incredible actor as Liam, because I’m soaking it all in like a sponge. I feel new at this, so I really pay attention and observe him, on and off camera. How he conducts himself is really incredible to witness and learn from.

You’ve got a scene where you sing in a jazz club…

I loved that scene. The song was scripted, it wasn’t improv, so I had to learn it. I still sing it in the shower — I can’t get it out of my head. It kind of started a little Fabulous Baker Boys and went into, like, craziness. It was something I was worried about at first, but then I just jumped into it, and it was fun.

Is this a film that’s better to watch on the big screen?

Any movie is seen best at a movie theatre — especially this one, with all the stunts and craziness. There’s a lot of stuff going on, there are layers. If you see it a second time, you might see something different. There are a lot of references and funny things in the background. So yes, it’s definitely one of those movies you need to enjoy on a big screen, with popcorn and friends — you’ll get a greater kick out of it.

Your son Brandon encouraged you to do The Last Showgirl . What input did he have with this film?

Brandon and my other son Dylan actually saw an early cut of this film before I did. I got the call, “Mom, it’s funny. It’s really funny. You and Liam are great.” They were so excited about it. They don’t pull any punches. They’re my harshest critics, as sons can be, but that gave me a bit of confidence because they wouldn’t say that if they didn’t love it. There’s a new generation of kids who don’t know these movies and are craving some real slapstick belly laughs.

Your fans seem to be really embracing this second act in your career. What do you think has been the best part?

Oh, thank you. Just working. It’s a happy surprise that I get to do this again. I’ve gone home and thought, “OK, I’ll make pickles and bake bread and make my life beautiful, no matter what.” But I had this real craving to do more in this industry, so I’m really grateful.

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A former Big Brother contestant has published an explosive book all about life inside – and after – the famous reality house, and reveals the surprising amount she earned for her appearance

Former medical rep Narinder Kaur walked into the Big Brother house back in 2001 as a complete unknown. She walked out 29 days later as one of the biggest – and first – reality TV stars of her generation. Now, almost 25 years on, the mum-of-two has updated her bombshell 2007 book about life inside the famous house, including interviews with more than 30 other contestants (such as Anthony Hutton, Brian Dowling and Nadia Almada), as well as producers and psychologists.

Chatting exclusively, the 52-year-old Good Morning Britain regular says she wants to show why reality stars deserve more “sympathy”, especially when their headline-making antics come back to haunt them years later.

“It’s part exposé, part warning,” she says. “People are still fascinated by the whole process. It’s the idea of overnight fame, how it changes your life and affects everyone around you. I think the reaction to me on the show actually made me stronger. I was written off and had this burning desire to prove everybody wrong – it’s still there. Big Brother has been around for so long now, but the real story is what happens after the house, and that’s the story I wanted to tell.” It comes after one huge TV star looks completely unrecognisable as she reveals latest facelift.

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Hi, Narinder! Did Big Brother change your life in the way you expected it to?

I liken it to throwing a pebble in a pond. It’s the ripple effect you don’t expect. We were just normal, innocent people and yes, I wanted fame, but I had no idea the level of fame it would bring. You became an overnight household name and when you’re just an ordinary person with a normal life before going in, it’s mindblowing.

Is it different for contestants nowadays?

Probably. I think the level of reaction is different, and we’ve learnt some lessons.

TV companies are more careful – as they should be – after the deaths of Love Island contestants. And the housemates are more aware of what they’re getting themselves into. They can also go back to their normal lives now.

The book has some shocking stories!

Yes, and there were a few we couldn’t put in because they were too shocking. To be honest, nothing surprised me. It’s like modern-day gladiators – you’re thrown into the lion’s den for entertainment. And there’s a lot of people who don’t realise that we didn’t get paid when I did the show. We got a statutory weekly payment of about £20.

You spoke to Kinga Karolczak about the infamous ‘bottle incident’, didn’t you? [Kinga had an X-rated moment with it]

Yes, and out of everyone I interviewed, I felt the deepest sympathy for Kinga. She’s a really sweet girl and, like we all did, she went on the show to become famous. To do that, you want to keep the producers happy by making a great show. So, you can make a snap decision that affects the rest of your life. How do you rebuild it after that?

What do you say to people considering applying to the show?

I tell them to think very carefully. It’s going to change their lives, maybe in ways they don’t want it to. There’s also social media now, and no amount of duty of care can protect you from hate. But I could sit with a would-be contestant today and warn them, and I’d literally see them not listening – they’re just thinking about all the glory.

The duty of care has changed over the years though, hasn’t it?

Yes, I think contestants get support for about a year afterwards, when I went on, there was nothing afterwards. I didn’t have a clue what was going on. I didn’t know why newspapers were calling me. My book shows what can happen to people’s mental health afterwards, something we really need to look at.

Do you think reality TV has a future?

Personally, I’d like to see it end, but I don’t think it’s going to. There’s no getting around the fact some people will find it very difficult afterwards. I spoke to so many modern-day contestants who are all still going through the same process of disbelief about how their life has changed.

Why did you want to write this book?

To help people understand the show more, and have sympathy for the contestants. We’re human, and there were times where we entertained people at the expense of our mental health. I wanted to bring a bit of humanity and insight to it all. The process can be brutal, and I wanted to give other contestants a voice. I really wanted to see how it affected people’s lives.

If you could turn back the clock, would you still audition for Big Brother?

It sounds crazy, but yes. I’d probably play the game differently and fake it more. I think I was too real and I thought people would like that, but they didn’t.

Are there other shows you’d love to do?

I’ve been emailing Loose Women for about 25 years because it’s my dream show, but they haven’t replied yet. Actually, I got one reply in lockdown. But I’m still hoping the dream might come true.

Narinder’s book Big Brother: The Inside Story – 25 Years Of Chaos, Controversy And Cultural Shifts is available now on Amazon

Pussycat Doll Ashley Roberts is reportedly in talks to return to I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! for the All Stars series, which is set to take place in South Africa

Heart FM radio presenter Ashley Roberts is reportedly in discussions to recreate her legendary jungle bikini showers on ITV’s I’m A Celeb All Stars series.

The Pussycat Dolls singer, 43, is said to have been contacted by ITV bosses for the popular spin-off programme, which is officially called I’m A Celebrity South Africa.

Ashley made her debut on the star-studded series back in 2012. She struck up a flirty friendship with one half of the show’s hosting team, Declan Donnelly, with it reported at the time that the pair were “getting to know each other.

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Speaking about Ashley’s possible return to I’m A Celebrity for All Stars, a programme insider revealed to The Sun: “Producers would love to see Ashley head back to camp. She’s warm, hilarious and of course, drop dead gorgeous.”

“Just like Myleene Klass, who won the first All Stars series back in 2023, Ashley had some iconic moments soaping up in the outback waterfall.

“Stripping back down to her swimwear on TV again netted Myleene some very lucrative deals after the show, and it’s sure to do the same for Ashley if she makes the final line-up.” The Mirror has approached ITV for comment.

Before settling down with his now-wife Ali Astall, I’m A Celebrity co-host Dec reportedly had a soft spot for Ashley. While any romance between them has long since cooled off, they seem to have remained on friendly terms, with Ashley congratulating her ex-beau when he proposed to Ali in 2014.

At the time, she told The Mirror: “I got to see both the boys [in Australia] it was Ant’s birthday while I was there and I got to say congratulations to Declan. I’m happy for him.”

Back in 2012, Dec was reportedly smitten with the singer and dancer when they shared a rather flirtatious exchange on I’m A Celeb. During her time on the show, Ashley repeatedly mentioned how she was craving sex, telling Dec and co-presenter Ant McPartlin: “You’re deprived of everything here in the jungle. I can’t stop thinking about it.

“I’m excited to get out of here and be able to just stimulate all the senses – if you know what I mean.” A blushing Dec seemed at a loss for words, confessing: “Oh my gosh. Everything I want to say is unbroadcastable or illegal – or career-ending. Let’s calm down.”

The TV presenter then created a mock scenario where he pretended to ask Ashley to accompany him to the wrap party as his date, with her showing equal enthusiasm to “get to know him better”.

“It would be nice to go for a drink and a chat,” she said. After Dec’s romance with Ashley came to an end, he met Ali, who became his wife and mother to their two children, four year old Isla and three-month-old Jack.