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An Escape To The Country star died after vomiting blood, an inquest has heard. The inquest heard that Emma Izzard, 53, died at Norfolk and Norwich Hospital in November last year, after appearing on the BBC programme with her then partner, Kym Lofthouse.

Norfolk Coroner’s Court heard that Ms Izzard had been battling alcoholism prior to her death. Her alcohol consumption increased in July 2022 after her mother took ill.

Ms Izzard was rushed to the hospital on November 19 after she started vomiting blood and suffered a cardiac arrest, but was resuscitated.

Just one day after being admitted to hospital, Ms Izzard died after going into cardiac arrest while undergoing a gastroscopy in an operating theatre. A gastroscopy is a procedure in which a thin tube with a camera attached is inserted into the digestive tract to examine the stomach, oesophagus and duodenum to look at symptoms including pain, bleeding or difficulty swallowing.

At the inquest, her death was ruled as an oesophageal and variceal bleed, with alcohol-related liver disease. Emma’s former partner, Kym said: “Emma had a very strong bond with her mother.

“Emma lived with her for many years and continued to look after her even when she did move out. [Emma’s] alcohol levels increased when her mother was taken to hospital in July 2022, and she thought she was going to lose her. After six months of secret drinking, she wanted to stop but couldn’t get the help required quickly enough and began drinking again.”

The court heard that Emma had attended rehab on several occasions but each relapse caused her drinking to “become heavier.” Emma’s father, who died when she was just a teenager, also struggled with alcoholism. Speaking about Emma, Kym added: “Emma was a larger-than-life character who was very popular both in and outside of her work, and she had many friends.

“She was very caring but had had personal struggles earlier in her life that she was unable to deal with.” Emma also attended Alcoholics Anonymous meetings and received some help from Change Grow Live (CGL), an alcohol misuse charity.

“Emma did not want to drink but it had taken a strong hold of her,” Kym said, adding: “And she didn’t and couldn’t deal with her problems. Her drinking became heavier, and she became desperate.”

Addressing the court, area coroner Johanna Thompson said: “Emma had a history of excess alcohol consumption and had been diagnosed with alcohol-related liver disease. At the hospital, Emma was clearly presenting as very poorly. She was white, dehydrated, and was considered to have symptoms of acute alcohol withdrawal.

“Sadly, after being given surgery, treatment could not save her at the end of the day.” The court heard that Ms Izzard worked as a general assistant for a charity and dealt with her everyday life “competently when not drinking.”

She appeared on the BBC One programme in 2021 while living in Luton, Bedfordshire, when she and her partner were hoping to start a new life in Norfolk due to its “clean air” and “slower pace of life.” However, after moving to North Walsham, she and Kym later parted ways but remained close friends.

If you are struggling with alcohol abuse or addiction, advice and support can be found at alcoholchange.org.uk

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Geri Halliwell-Horner’s husband, Christian Horner, was removed from his positions as chief executive and team principal of Red Bull Racing after 20 years at the helm yesterday

Spice Girl star, Geri Halliwell-Horner is said to be “fully supporting” her husband after his shock sacking yesterday. However, a source tells us it ‘won’t be easy’ for the mum-of-two.

Christian Horner, 51, has been removed from his positions as chief executive and team principal of Red Bull’s Formula One team, with a spokesperson for parent company Red Bull GmbH telling Mirror Sport: “Red Bull has released Christian Horner from his operational duties with effect from today [July 9].”

After news of his exit broke, a source told the Mirror that while Geri, 50, is yet again supporting her husband after Horner was accused and subsequently cleared of ‘inappropriate behaviour’ at work last year, the artist formerly known as Ginger Spice ‘isn’t happy behind closed doors’.

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Claiming image means “so much” to Geri, they said: “Geri is going to stand by her man and is supporting him fully. Image means so much to her, but behind closed doors she isn’t happy about the attention this brings.”

Emphasising the importance of image to the star from Watford, they continued: “Image means so much to Geri and she knows everyone will relate it back to the leaked messages and what went on last year, so it’s not easy for her.”

The news of Horner’s departure from Red Bull comes after a rocky twelve months for the dad-of-two, who was cleared of any wrongdoing by Red Bull last year after a three-week investigation into the claims of inappropriate behaviour.

However, the outcome meant Geri hit the headlines for all the wrong reasons as messages allegedly sent between her husband and a member of staff at Red Bull’s Formula One team were mysteriously leaked less than 24 hours after the decision to clear Christian. Messages and pictures, which Mirror Sport saw, were leaked to the F1 paddock including FIA president Mohamed ben Sulayem, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali, the grid’s nine other team principals, and the media, with private conversations between Horner and an unnamed person detailed within them.

Horner swiftly responded in a statement, which read: “I will not comment on anonymous speculation, but to reiterate I have always denied the allegations. I respected the integrity of the independent investigation and fully cooperated with it every step of the way.

“It was a thorough and fair investigation conducted by an independent specialist barrister, and it has concluded dismissing the complaint made. I remain fully focused on the start of the season.”

At the time, Geri put on a united front with her husband and stepped out hand-in-hand with the multi-millionaire, wearing her signature white, as they made a joint appearance at the Bahrain Grand Prix.

She also supported him on Saturday just four days before news of his exit broke when Geri arrived at Silverstone with her daughter, Bluebell, and son she shares with Horner, Monty, in an apparent show of solidarity.

Geri appeared somewhat tense in the only photo that was taken of her on the day as she sheltered under an umbrella before Red Bull, lead by driver Max Verstappen, came fifth.

Now the news about her husband is out, our source says that Horner’s exit from Red Bull has Geri worried more unwanted attention will be placed on their relationship, which she wants to avoid.

After shooting to fame with the Spice Girls, Geri became one of the most famous faces on the planet. She then welcomed daughter, Bluebell, into the world in 2006, who she shares with screenwriter, Sacha Gervasi.

Geri met Horner in 2009, who she married in 2015 at a lavish bash before their son Montague George Hector Horner was born in 2017.

The Spice Up Your Life star was a regular guest at the Formula One races where she mixed with the star-studded crowd – and always wore white.

The Mirror has contacted Geri’s reps for comment on this story.

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Rhian Sugden has revealed that her husband, former Coronation Street actor Oliver Mellor, was left ‘gutted’ after she underwent a major breast reduction

A former Page 3 star has revealed her Coronation Street actor husband was left “gutted” after her boob job. Former glamour model Rhian Sugden found fame aged just 19, posing topless for a string of media outlets and lads’ mags with a 32D cup.

It was her work on Page 3 which saw her become a household name across the nation, but she officially retired in 2017 after almost 11 years posing for the staple of tabloids. Since then, the model who turned to OnlyFans, has maintained a low profile but often engages with fans and even took part in Celebrity Big Brother.

But away from her career, Rhian was secretly battling intense pain after her breasts increased to cup size of 34F – after welcoming her son – which she branded “back breakers.” Now, the 38-year-old has revealed she’s undergone the knife – but for a breast reduction.

Speaking candidly, Rhian admitted that the size of her chest made it difficult for her to walk as they had always been “extra large.” Now, though, she is much more able to get about. She has forked out over £10,000 for the operation at Pall Mall Cosmetics in Newton-le-Willows due to her posture “getting worse” with the weight of her former breasts.

Rhian said that regardless of what size bra she had bought, there would always be dents on her shoulders from the straps, and she had been living on painkillers due to the suffering.

But while Rhian is finally more comfortable, she admits her husband, Oliver Mellor, who appeared on ITV’s Coronation Street, didn’t initially feel the same way.

Speaking to The Sun, she said: “Oliver was gutted at first – he’s always loved my boobs. But he understands and I think he’ll be happy for me to stop moaning about my back ache, to be honest.”

However, Rhian has also received mixed reviews from fans, with one demanding he wanted a “refund” as he had bought her content online and magazines over the years. “He was saying I’m making the worst mistake of my life – how dare I remove the boobs,” she told the outlet.

She admits that while she’s had the reduction for health and cosmetic reasons, she has found it “difficult” to process other people having an opinion on her body. “It’s going to be a relief,” she said after her surgery.

Although she says it was difficult to predict the exact size of her new breasts before the surgery, she was hoping for a C or D cup to be nearer to her size when she first started modelling.

But she says she has high expectations ahead of the operation. Now, though, it’s the “end of an era” for Rhian’s boobs, which catapulted her to fame.

Victoria Beckham, who shares her children with David Beckham, posted a gushing birthday message to her youngest child – and only daughter – Harper Seven as the teen turned 14 years old

Victoria Beckham was quick off the mark to wish her youngest child a happy birthday with a sweet montage of throwback snaps and clips. The Spice Girl, 51, sharply posted to Instagram to mark the 14th birthday of her “best friend” Harper.

The singer turned fashionista’s gushing message began: “Happy birthday to my world!!” She went on: “You are my everything and I’m so proud of the strong, confident, kind and talented young lady you are becoming.

“You’re my best friend and I’m so lucky I get to be your mummy. We love you so so much #HarperSeven!! Enjoy your special day!! Kisses @davidbeckham xxx”.

Among the sweet uploads was a shot of Victoria pregnant with Harper. She also posted a number of adorable videos of a young Harper following in her mum’s musical footsteps.

Among the songs performed by the youngster were Call Me Maybe. She also sang along to one of her mum’s most popular songs from the Spice Girls, Stop.

Other shots included Harper playing the flute, sitting on a motorcycle with her dad, David Beckham, and writing a family message in the sand.

Victoria’s message was quickly praised by her followers in the comments section. One wrote: “Precious moments!!! Happy birthday beautiful.” And another added: “Just a regular girl loving the same things we all did growing up. Well done. She’s lovely.”

Victoria wasn’t the only Beckham to be sharing an early morning message to the youngest of the clan, either. Romeo was on hand to send his sister some birthday love, too.

He took to his Instagram Story to share his own special post. As he uploaded a snap of the pair hugging, he wrote: “Happy 14th to the most amazing human there is. Love you always and forever.” He signed off with two red love heart emojis.

The outpour of love comes as the family still deals with the fallout involving David and Victoria’s eldest chid, Brooklyn Beckham. It’s reported Harper has idolised her oldest brother Brooklyn since she was a young child, but friction has developed within the family since Brooklyn’s no-show at Sir David’s birthday bash.

A source recently said of the situation: “Brooklyn and Harper used to be inseparable. He adored her, he hopefully still does, but the problem is that Brooklyn has a track record for ignoring family birthdays now.”

Speaking to Mail Online, the source said: “Harper’s birthday has always been such a happy day, she’s the adored little daughter so it’s always so joyous but this is a tough situation.

“Brooklyn was 12 when Harper was born, he was so important in her life and it must be terribly sad that she isn’t seeing him since the fall out with David and Victoria happened.”

It is believed Brooklyn and his wife Nicola Peltz, who married in April 2022 at her family’s £76million Florida mansion, no longer speak to Sir David and Lady Beckham. And the fallout has left those close to the family fearful of an affect on Harper.