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Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star Teddi Mellencamp has been battling stage four cancer after a melanoma diagnosis in 2022 metastasized, and has been updating fans on her journey

Teddi Mellencamp has shared a poignant update on her fight against stage four cancer, detailing the intense emotional journey she’s been on.

In February, the podcast host disclosed that following a skin cancer diagnosis in 2022, doctors discovered ‘multiple’ tumors in her brain and lung. After enduring a harrowing brain surgery, the former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star, aged 43, made a powerful appearance at a cancer benefit last week, choosing to forgo a wig and courageously display the scars from her recent surgeries.

She has now opened up to her followers about how she decides whether to wear a wig or not, with her choice reflecting her mood on any given day.

“The day to day decision of wig versus no wig. Crying days I tend to pick the wig,” she shared on Instagram, posting a selfie where she dons a full blonde wig.

Teddi highlighted the stark ups and downs of undergoing treatment for stage 4 brain and lung tumors, while also taking the opportunity to encourage her fans to get regular health checks. “The highs and lows of treatment for stage 4 brain and lung tumors are pretty extreme. Please go get your yearly checks,” she implored.

As the daughter of music legend John Mellencamp, she took the chance to remind everyone that it’s melanoma awareness month, stressing the importance of scheduling check-ups and encouraging others to do the same.

This heartfelt insight comes after Teddi gave an exclusive interview to DailyMail.com, where she described her life as ‘devastating’ and spoke openly about her stage four cancer diagnosis. The reality TV personality attended the Women’s Cancer Research Fund’s annual gala, An Unforgettable Evening, alongside her close friend Kylie Richards, where she opted to proudly show her bare head instead of wearing a wig.

Revealing her head scars from the numerous medical procedures she’s endured this year, she looked absolutely fabulous in a chic black suit paired with shimmering silver heels.

During the event, she provided an update on her harrowing health journey and firmly addressed those who criticised her for continuing to ride horses amidst her treatment. “This is my first night out since I got out of the hospital,” she declared.

“I feel good. I know it feels really devastating right now, but everything – it gets better.”

Just last week, she shared some positive news that the tumors ‘have shrunk a bunch’ thanks to immunotherapy, with her medical team optimistic about the progress.

The reality TV personality is gearing up for one final round of the innovative cancer therapy, which harnesses the power of the immune system to combat cancer cells, before her next major assessment on June 1.

Teddi’s health crisis brought her divorce proceedings to a temporary standstill, which started after she filed the necessary paperwork in late 2024.

Rihanna has confirmed her pregnancy with A$AP Rocky won’t delay her long-awaited new album too much as she jokes what will be the only delay of new music despite her pregnancy

Rihanna has assured fans that her impending bundle of joy won’t cause too much of a delay to her upcoming album.

The 37 year old pop sensation, who is expecting her third child with beau A$AP Rocky, confirmed the joyful news at Monday’s Met Gala. This led some fans to question whether her highly anticipated record would be pushed back.

In a chat with Entertainment Tonight, the Umbrella singer was asked if the album, affectionately nicknamed ‘R9’, would be ‘put on pause even longer’. Rihanna responded: “No, maybe a couple of videos.”

Fans have been eagerly awaiting this album for nine years, but RiRi hinted that plans are still on track. She cheekily added: “I can sing!”

Rihanna, already mum to sons RZA, two, and Riot, 21 months, with Rocky, also shared that she isn’t feeling ‘too overwhelmed’ by her pregnancy, despite an initial shock. She said: “I’m good! I’m shockingly feeling ok, and not too overwhelmed at the moment. At first it was kinda like, ‘Ahhh!'”

Meanwhile, fans continue to wait for the successor to 2016’s Anti. While specifics about the album remain scarce, Rihanna gave a sneak peek into what fans might expect from the record in February. Speaking to Harper’s BAZAAR magazine, she revealed: “I’ve been in the studio the whole eight years. But it didn’t hit me. I was searching for it. I went through phases of what I wanted to do. ‘This kind of album, not that album’.”

“I know it’s not going to be anything that anybody expects. And it’s not going to be commercial or radio, digestible. It’s going to be where my artistry deserves to be right now. I feel like I’ve finally cracked it, girl!”

The singer emphasised that the album doesn’t fit into any specific genre and that she’s been focused on creating music that reflects her personal growth.

She said: “After a while, I looked at it, and I was like, this much time away from music needs to count for the next thing everyone hears. It has to count. It has to matter. I have to show them the worth in the wait. I cannot put up anything mediocre. After waiting eight years, you might as well just wait some more.”

When asked by a reporter at the Met if there were any other big announcements, such as a secret wedding with boyfriend ASAP Rocky, Rihanna responded with a laugh, “No, girl, you don’t know I keep secrets very well.”

ASAP Rocky co-chaired this year’s gala, themed Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, with a dress code of Tailored for You. He arrived ahead of Rihanna, who joined him later.

Before her arrival, Rocky couldn’t resist expressing his admiration for his partner, telling the Associated Press: “It feels amazing, you know. It’s time that we show the people what we was cooking up.”

“And I’m glad everybody’s happy for us ’cause we definitely happy, you know.”

Rihanna chose a Marc Jacobs ensemble that accentuated her blossoming baby bump with a structured corseted bodice and cropped suit jacket. The outfit was topped off with an oversized hat and a maroon polka-dotted necktie.

The Met Gala, dubbed as the pinnacle of fashion events, takes place on the first Monday in May and marks the inauguration of the Costume Institute’s spring exhibition at the New York museum.

This year’s theme, Superfine: Tailoring Black Style, delves into 300 years of Black fashion history, exploring the concept of black dandyism and its enduring influence on modern style.

Each year, Vogue editor Anna Wintour personally selects a group of celebrities to serve as co-chairs and kickstart the museum’s exhibition. This year, alongside Rocky, Wintour picked seven-time Formula One world champion Sir Lewis Hamilton, singer and producer Pharrell Williams, and Oscar-nominated actor Colman Domingo.

Strictly Come Dancing star Dianne Buswell and her partner Joe Sugg enjoyed a trip to Belgium together recently for her birthday ahead of this year’s BAFTA Television Awards

Content creator Joe Sugg has revealed that he went away with Dianne Buswell on a “spontaneous” trip abroad ahead of her birthday yesterday. The couple have shared photos from the recent holiday with fans on social media this week.

Dianne, 36 – who is best known as one of the dancers on Strictly Come Dancing – has been met with well wishes for her birthday. Her partner Joe, 33, celebrated the occasion on Instagram with photos from their time in Belgium.

The couple – who met when they were partnered together on the BBC show back in 2018 – visited the city of Bruges together just a few days ago. Whilst on the trip, Dianne and Joe enjoyed some sightseeing, including on a canal cruise.

Alongside a selection of photos from their time away, Joe wrote in his post yesterday: “A little spontaneous trip to Bruges for]Dianne’s] birthday”. Beside a heart emoji, he concluded by writing to her: “Happy birthday my love”.

Dianne had previously asked for recommendations from her followers on the platform amid the trip. She made the request in a post that included footage of the pair exploring the city, which is considered a tourist destination.

She wrote in the caption on Sunday: “Today’s story. I love exploring with you]Joe]”. Dianne tagged a tourist information office before saying to fans: “If you have any Bruges recommendations please leave in the comments”.

More recently, the Strictly winner shared photos from the trip. She wrote in a post on Monday: “A few special days in Bruges”. She added: “Thank you to everybody who sent us recommendations]Joe] #bruges #travelgram”.

She was met with reaction in the comments section this week. One person wrote: “Lovely photos, looks amazing. Love all your outfits”. Another said: “What a lovely selection of pics! Perfect way to spend the lead up to your birthday”.

“What a lovely way to celebrate your birthday eve”, a third person reacted to the post. Another follower said: “Gorgeous photos”. Whilst someone else wrote to Dianne: “Oh cute! Looks like you are having the absolute best time”.

Others commented on the destination. One fan said: “Looks stunning. I love how pretty the buildings look everywhere there”. Another wrote in their reply to Dianne’s post: “Looks beautiful, adding it to my list of places to visit”.

Her birthday comes just days ahead of this year’s BAFTA Television Awards. Dianne is among the nominees for the awards ceremony, which will be held on Sunday at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall in London.

Dianne and comedian Chris McCausland are nominated for the P&O Cruises Memorable Moment Award for their waltz to You’ll Never Walk Alone on Strictly last year. They’re up against ‘memorable moments’ from Bridgerton, Gavin and Stacey, Mr Bates vs the Post Office, Rivals and the Traitors.

She previously told fans: “A few years ago Joe and I were invited to go watch the BAFTAs! My makeup lady asked if I was a nominee I remember thinking it would be so amazing if I actually was! Fast forward to now and it’s come true”.

Dianne added at the time: “Team there’s only a few days left to vote for this special moment. I watched it again just now and yes tears streamed down my face especially when Chris says thank you at the end. It truly was such a special moment”.

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Strictly Come Dancing star Dianne Buswell and her partner Joe Sugg enjoyed a trip to Belgium together recently for her birthday ahead of this year’s BAFTA Television Awards

Content creator Joe Sugg has revealed that he went away with Dianne Buswell on a “spontaneous” trip abroad ahead of her birthday yesterday. The couple have shared photos from the recent holiday with fans on social media this week.

Dianne, 36 – who is best known as one of the dancers on Strictly Come Dancing – has been met with well wishes for her birthday. Her partner Joe, 33, celebrated the occasion on Instagram with photos from their time in Belgium.

The couple – who met when they were partnered together on the BBC show back in 2018 – visited the city of Bruges together just a few days ago. Whilst on the trip, Dianne and Joe enjoyed some sightseeing, including on a canal cruise.

Alongside a selection of photos from their time away, Joe wrote in his post yesterday: “A little spontaneous trip to Bruges for]Dianne’s] birthday”. Beside a heart emoji, he concluded by writing to her: “Happy birthday my love”.

Dianne had previously asked for recommendations from her followers on the platform amid the trip. She made the request in a post that included footage of the pair exploring the city, which is considered a tourist destination.

She wrote in the caption on Sunday: “Today’s story. I love exploring with you]Joe]”. Dianne tagged a tourist information office before saying to fans: “If you have any Bruges recommendations please leave in the comments”.

More recently, the Strictly winner shared photos from the trip. She wrote in a post on Monday: “A few special days in Bruges”. She added: “Thank you to everybody who sent us recommendations]Joe] #bruges #travelgram”.

She was met with reaction in the comments section this week. One person wrote: “Lovely photos, looks amazing. Love all your outfits”. Another said: “What a lovely selection of pics! Perfect way to spend the lead up to your birthday”.

“What a lovely way to celebrate your birthday eve”, a third person reacted to the post. Another follower said: “Gorgeous photos”. Whilst someone else wrote to Dianne: “Oh cute! Looks like you are having the absolute best time”.

Others commented on the destination. One fan said: “Looks stunning. I love how pretty the buildings look everywhere there”. Another wrote in their reply to Dianne’s post: “Looks beautiful, adding it to my list of places to visit”.

Her birthday comes just days ahead of this year’s BAFTA Television Awards. Dianne is among the nominees for the awards ceremony, which will be held on Sunday at the Southbank Centre’s Royal Festival Hall in London.

Dianne and comedian Chris McCausland are nominated for the P&O Cruises Memorable Moment Award for their waltz to You’ll Never Walk Alone on Strictly last year. They’re up against ‘memorable moments’ from Bridgerton, Gavin and Stacey, Mr Bates vs the Post Office, Rivals and the Traitors.

She previously told fans: “A few years ago Joe and I were invited to go watch the BAFTAs! My makeup lady asked if I was a nominee I remember thinking it would be so amazing if I actually was! Fast forward to now, and the dream has come true.

There are still a few days left to cast your ballot for this special moment, Dianne said at the time. I watched it once more just now, and yes, I shed a lot of tears, especially when Chris thanked me for it. It was a truly special time.

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