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  • Michelle Keegan’s New ITV Drama Opening Scene Cut for Being ‘too explicit’

    Michelle Keegan’s New ITV Drama Opening Scene Cut for Being ‘too explicit’

    Key Highlights

    • ITV’s new six-part crime drama The Blame, starring Michelle Keegan and Douglas Booth, premiered on 20 September with an original opening scene deemed too explicit for broadcast and subsequently reformulated.
    • The series, based on Charlotte Langley’s novel, uses a murder investigation in the fictional town of Wakestead to expose deep-rooted misogyny and institutional corruption within a police force, drawing on real-life WhatsApp messages from serving officers.
    • Executive producer Nicola Shindler confirmed the production team accessed actual text messages exchanged by real police officers, stating the reality was “so shocking” they chose not to fictionalize the content.

    Original Opening Scrapped Over Explicit Content

    ITV’s highly anticipated crime thriller The Blame launched on 20 September, but not before significant changes were made to its opening sequence. According to lead actor Douglas Booth, who portrays DI Tom Radley alongside Michelle Keegan’s DI Emma Crane, the production team filmed “a couple of different versions” of the opener. One version was described by Booth as “much more explicit” and was ultimately discarded by creators. “It was explicit… I won’t go into what. But they didn’t start with it,” Booth told TechRadar. Despite the edit, Booth maintains the broadcast version remains “blunt and direct,” arguing the narrative impact endures: “But I think even if it wasn’t that blatant, the effect would be the same. As you go through the story, it goes much deeper.”

    Misogyny as Central Theme in Police Procedural

    Beyond the conventional whodunnit structure tracking the murder of a teenage figure skater, The Blame centers systemic misogyny within Wakestead Police Station. Keegan’s character, DI Emma Crane, navigates what Digital Spy described as a “relentless torrent of abuse,” often suppressing the urge to retaliate in order to maintain her position and effect change from within. Keegan, 39, elaborated on the layered portrayal: “You’re trying to solve a crime, but the way that men talk to you, the way they interfere or get in the way, even the compliments… this is all explored through many facets. But starting with the base of something seeming harmless immediately drops you into the right place.”

    Cast and Creators Emphasize Responsibility to Spark Dialogue

    Speaking to The Manchester Evening News, Keegan expressed a sense of duty regarding the show’s potential impact: “I feel a responsibility, and we want to start a conversation at the end of it that people can relate to in their workplace and speak up and feel comfortable to speak up as well.” She posed a direct challenge to viewers: “If you’ve done nothing wrong, what would you be worried about?” Addressing potential backlash over the portrayal of police culture, Booth, 34, acknowledged the sensitivity: “When we spoke to police, they understand that there are issues. I don’t think anyone can say otherwise. But you also see all of the brilliant work that the police do. They’re doing a really difficult job out there, all the time. That doesn’t mean that there aren’t systemic issues, and a certain institutional rot that is portrayed in this show.” He echoed Keegan’s sentiment: “But I’m not really worried. Because if you’ve done nothing wrong, what would you be worried about?”

    Real-Life Police Messages Inspire Shocking WhatsApp Plotline

    A pivotal storyline sees Crane uncover a covert WhatsApp group where colleagues share degrading “banter” and sensitive images of victims. Executive producer Nicola Shindler revealed to The Manchester Evening News that this fiction was grounded in documented reality: “We did a lot of work on the cases that are out there. We had access to those text messages which real police officers have sent. They become increasingly important and we wanted to keep it as close to that as possible. If we’d made it up, you wouldn’t believe what was in those messages, so we chose not to make it up. The reality is so shocking if you sit and look at a list of what was said.” Shindler framed the dramatic approach as a vehicle for accountability: “The culture of misogyny and the way that certain cases are handled and certain people are treated, I just think telling it within a really compelling story which makes you want to keep watching, which entertains you, is just such a good opportunity.” All six episodes of The Blame are currently streaming on ITVX.

    Why This Matters

    The Blame arrives amid heightened public scrutiny of institutional misogyny within UK policing, following high-profile cases and damning reports such as the Casey Review into the Metropolitan Police. By anchoring its fictional narrative in authentic evidence—specifically real WhatsApp exchanges between serving officers—the series bridges the gap between entertainment and exposé. The involvement of production company Quay Street Productions (led by Shindler) and the decision to retain verbatim content from police communications signals a commitment to evidentiary storytelling. For ITV, the drama represents a strategic pivot toward socially resonant, high-stakes content capable of driving both linear ratings and streaming retention on ITVX. The show’s reception may influence future commissioning decisions regarding fact-based drama tackling institutional failings.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    When did The Blame premiere and where can I watch it?

    The six-part series debuted on ITV on 20 September 2024. All episodes are available to stream now on ITVX.

    Is The Blame based on a true story?

    The series is adapted from the novel The Blame by Charlotte Langley. However, executive producer Nicola Shindler confirmed the production team accessed and incorporated real text messages sent by serving police officers, particularly for the WhatsApp group storyline, stating they chose not to fictionalize the content because “the reality is so shocking.”

    Who are the lead actors and what characters do they play?

    Michelle Keegan stars as DI Emma Crane and Douglas Booth plays DI Tom Radley. They are partners investigating the murder of a teenage girl in the fictional town of Wakestead.

  • Wayne Rooney Reveals ‘Personal Reason’ for Joining I’m A Celeb, Poised as ‘Biggest Signing Ever’

    Wayne Rooney Reveals ‘Personal Reason’ for Joining I’m A Celeb, Poised as ‘Biggest Signing Ever’

    Key Highlights

    • Wayne Rooney is reportedly in advanced talks to join ITV’s “I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!” for the 2024 series, potentially becoming the show’s highest-profile signing ever.
    • The former England and Manchester United captain is said to be motivated by a desire to impress his four sons and match his wife Coleen’s runner-up finish on the 2022 series.
    • Other rumored contestants include Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson, Mis-Teeq singer Su-Elise Nash, Olympic ice dancer Christopher Dean, and former England cricket captain Ben Stokes.

    Rooney Poised for Historic Jungle Deal

    ITV is reportedly closing in on what insiders describe as the biggest celebrity signing in the 24-year history of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! Former Manchester United and England football captain Wayne Rooney is said to be in advanced negotiations to enter the Australian jungle for the upcoming 2024 series. According to a source speaking to The Sun on Sunday, the broadcaster has pursued the 40-year-old for an extended period and is “thrilled” talks have progressed to this stage.

    “Wayne is in advanced talks for I’m A Celebrity and if they secure him, he’ll be their biggest signing in the show’s history. ITV have been in negotiations with him for some time and are thrilled that they’ve reached this stage.”

    The potential deal would reportedly make Rooney a multi-million pound recruit for the three-week production. While an ITV spokesperson declined to confirm any participant names—a standard policy for the network—the accuracy of pre-series speculation has historically been high. Rooney’s possible arrival follows a trend of high-profile political and sporting figures entering the camp, including former Health Secretary Matt Hancock, former UKIP leader Nigel Farage, Lionesses star Jill Scott, and Olympic champion Sir Mo Farah.

    Family Rivalry and Personal Motivation Drive Decision

    Beyond the financial incentive, sources indicate Rooney harbors a deeply personal reason for signing up. His wife, Coleen Rooney, finished as runner-up on the 2022 series, and the former striker is reportedly eager to show their four sons—Kai, Klay, Kit, and Cass—what he can achieve in the same unforgiving environment.

    “Wayne wants to show their sons what their dad can do and has joked he’ll be giving Coleen a run for her money. He is really competitive and hates losing so will give I’m A Celebrity his all.”

    This competitive instinct is well documented. In a recent interview promoting his new BBC game show, Rooney stated plainly: “Anyone who knows me knows I’m competitive.” Insiders suggest he intends to throw himself fully into the notorious Bushtucker Trials, viewing the physical and psychological challenges as an opportunity to demonstrate resilience to his family.

    Star-Studded Lineup Takes Shape

    Rooney would not be the only major name heading down under. Reports indicate Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson has already agreed to participate, with former Mis-Teeq member Su-Elise Nash also rumored to be joining the cast. Olympic ice dancing legend Christopher Dean, one half of Torvill and Dean, is another name circulating in pre-series briefings. Perhaps most surprisingly, former England cricket captain Ben Stokes—who retired from ODI cricket in 2022 but remains Test captain—is also linked with an appearance, though his cricketing commitments may complicate scheduling.

    The Real Rooneys: A Media Strategy in Motion

    The timing of the jungle rumors coincides with a significant new media venture for the couple. A 10-part documentary series titled The Real Rooneys is set to premiere on Disney+ on September 24, offering cameras unprecedented access to their family home. The series arrives two years after the hugely successful Coleen Rooney: The Real Wagatha Story, which revisited her high-profile libel battle with Rebekah Vardy. A stint on I’m A Celebrity would amplify Wayne Rooney’s public profile immediately ahead of the Disney+ launch, creating a synergistic promotional window across rival streaming and broadcast platforms.

    Why This Matters

    Securing Wayne Rooney would represent a major coup for ITV at a time when linear television faces intense competition from streaming services for younger audiences. Rooney transcends sport; he is one of the most recognizable British public figures of the last two decades, with a narrative arc spanning footballing royalty, tabloid scrutiny, and recent reinvention as a manager and media personality. His participation guarantees front-page coverage across the series’ three-week run, driving both live viewership and social media engagement. Furthermore, the “Rooney vs. Rooney” subplot—pitting husband against wife’s prior jungle performance—creates a ready-made narrative hook that producers can leverage across ITV’s daytime and digital assets. For Rooney, the move signals a calculated shift toward mainstream entertainment media, potentially opening doors to further presenting or punditry roles beyond football management.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Has ITV officially confirmed Wayne Rooney for I’m A Celebrity 2024?

    No. An ITV spokesperson refused to confirm any names for the upcoming series, consistent with the broadcaster’s policy of maintaining secrecy until the official lineup announcement, typically made days before the launch show.

    How much could Wayne Rooney earn from appearing on the show?

    Reports suggest Rooney could command a multi-million pound fee, which would make him the highest-paid contestant in the show’s history. Exact figures remain unverified.

    When does the new series of I’m A Celebrity start?

    ITV has not announced a premiere date for the 2024 series. Historically, the show launches in mid-to-late November, running for approximately three weeks in the Australian jungle.

  • 86-Year-Old Tom Jones Alleges ‘The Voice U.K.’ Fired Him Over ‘Insurance’

    86-Year-Old Tom Jones Alleges ‘The Voice U.K.’ Fired Him Over ‘Insurance’

    Tom Jones Claims He Was Fired From ‘The Voice U.K.’ Over Insurance Issues

    Singer Tom Jones has stated he was removed as a judge from the singing competition show “The Voice U.K.” due to what he describes as a “financial difficulty with insurance.”

    Jones Addresses Departure on Social Media

    The 86-year-old Welsh singer posted a statement on social media clarifying his exit from the ITV program.

    “To be clear, I did not want to leave ‘The Voice’ as I love the show and really appreciate the audience,” Jones posted on social media. “ITV made this decision — obviously a while ago, and I was told just recently. The reason given is because of a financial difficulty with insurance.”

    Jones disputed the network’s public framing of his departure.

    “They now say in the press they wanted to ‘refresh’ the show, and with a new coaching line-up there wouldn’t be a chair for me,” he continued. “They are offering a much-reduced role where I would make an appearance but without being actually involved from the start, and I’m not thrilled about that. So the only thing I know right now, is that there’s never a good time to fire an 86-year-old who’s still pretty good at his job.”

    Decade-Long Tenure on the Show

    Jones, best known for hits such as “It’s Not Unusual,” has appeared on the show almost continuously since its inception in 2012, when it first aired on the BBC as a competitor to ITV’s “The X-Factor.” He spent three years on the coaching panel before taking a break and then rejoined when the show moved from the BBC to ITV in 2017. “The Voice U.K.” is currently produced by Lifted Entertainment, a subsidiary of ITV Studios.

    After almost a decade on ITV’s version of “The Voice U.K.,” rumors emerged over the weekend that Jones would not be rejoining the next season, prompting him to make his statement. Variety has contacted ITV for comment.

    Current Season and Coaching Panel

    Jones is currently appearing on Season 9 of “The Voice U.K.,” which launched on Aug. 22 and is airing every Saturday on ITV. The other coaches include will.i.am, Sir Tom Jones, Tom Fletcher, Danny Jones and Kelly Rowland.

    Industry Reactions

    Will.I.Am posted a series of crying emojis under the Instagram post while other artists expressed their support, such as AnneMarie who wrote “I love you.”

    Season 4 contestant Karl Loxley also replied, saying:

    “The best thing about being on The Voice was getting the chance to work with you @realsirtomjones . An absolute legend and a true gentleman. The Voice won’t be the same without you. [Sic]”

  • ITV Launches New ‘I’m A Celebrity’ Version ‘Like You’ve Never Seen Before’ with Unique Australia Twist

    ITV Launches New ‘I’m A Celebrity’ Version ‘Like You’ve Never Seen Before’ with Unique Australia Twist

    ITV has unveiled a major new spin-off for its flagship reality franchise, announcing I’m A Celebrity…The Wild Frontier — a fresh format that relocates the action from the Australian jungle to the Canadian wilderness and introduces a paired contestant dynamic.

    New Location, New Rules

    The series moves production from the hot, humid jungles of Australia — home to the show since its inception, save for the 2020–2021 pandemic shift to Wales — to the “far north” of Canada. Co-hosts Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly confirmed the original Australian series will continue alongside this new iteration.

    Beyond the location change, the core gameplay shifts from solo competition to duos. According to a press release, “the pairs will eat, compete and be eliminated together as one.” Viewers will vote to evict pairs rather than individuals, maintaining the public vote mechanism central to the format.

    The release added: “Viewers will see the pairings undertake gruelling trials in the beautiful and unknown Canadian landscape and take on action-packed challenges to win food, all aiming to become the last pair standing.”

    Hosts Promise Twists and Familiar DNA

    Ant McPartlin described the new series as “I’m A Celebrity… like you’ve never seen before. It’s a brand new format with lots of twists and surprises.”

    Dec Donnelly emphasized continuity with the beloved original: “We’re also making sure to retain some of the elements that we know viewers love from the Australian series. Buckle up, it’s going to be brilliant.”

    How the Pairings Work

    Each duo requires only one celebrity; the other half can be a relative, friend, partner, or another celebrity. This structure aims to deepen emotional stakes and interpersonal dynamics within the competition.

    ITV and Production Leaders Weigh In

    Katie Rawcliffe, Director of Entertainment, Reality & Daytime at ITV, framed the launch as a strategic expansion: “I’m A Celebrity…The Wild Frontier is a brand new series from the award-winning I’m A Celebrity… team. The format takes duos to the most spectacular locations in Canada.

    “The duos enter as a pair, play as a pair and leave as a pair. With all the brilliant DNA of I’m A Celebrity…, brand new gameplay and the dynamics of living and playing with your spouse, best mate or sibling, it promises to be a treat for audiences in 2027.”

    Creative Vision for the Canadian Setting

    Chantal Boyle, Creative Director at Lifted Entertainment — the production company behind the series — highlighted the global scale of the franchise: “I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! is one of TV’s biggest global formats and the Australian series holds a special place with its incredibly loyal UK fans.

    “I’m A Celebrity…The Wild Frontier is a brand new show from the world of I’m A Celebrity and it promises to be dramatic, exciting and truly embrace its spectacular Canadian setting.”

    Launch Timeline

    The new series is scheduled to premiere in 2027.

  • Miriam Margolyes responds to backlash over racist remark about Andi Peters

    Miriam Margolyes responds to backlash over racist remark about Andi Peters

    Miriam Margolyes Addresses Backlash Over This Morning Racial Slur Incident

    Actress Miriam Margolyes has responded to the controversy sparked by her appearance on ITV’s This Morning last Thursday, September 3, where she used a historical racial slur during a live interview with host Andi Peters. The 85-year-old star was on the programme to promote her new book, Miriam’s Full English: A Grand Tour of All Our Best Bits, when the exchange occurred.

    Live Broadcast Exchange Draws Immediate Reaction

    The conversation turned to Peters’ heritage and accent. Margolyes asked: “Well, you’re a mix, aren’t you? So you’ve got a Black daddy and a white mummy.”

    Peters, 56, corrected her, explaining that both his parents are Black. Margolyes then used the offensive term during the live broadcast. Peters was seen putting his finger to his ear, apparently communicating with producers, and said: “They’re getting nervous now. They’re getting nervous now.”

    Margolyes replied: “Don’t be nervous. We welcome everybody and that’s what I want to write about in my book, it’s about inclusion.” She continued: “Not that there are people who need to be pushed out. And I’m not going to say who they are. You’ve got to read the book to find out.”

    ITV subsequently removed the segment from catch-up versions on ITVX, though clips circulated widely on social media.

    Margolyes Speaks Out at Southend Book Event

    While promoting her book at an event in Southend on Sunday, September 6, Margolyes addressed the incident. Videos shared by attendees capture her remarks.

    She stated: “I didn’t want to embarrass or hurt Andi because he seems very nice.”

    “I’d never met him before; I didn’t know who he was and I didn’t know he was black until I saw him. When you see someone, of course you know they’re black.”

    “I wanted to know what he thought about it, because that’s what interests me.”

    Further Comments on Identity and Curiosity

    Margolyes expanded on her perspective, saying: “How do black people feel? How do brown people feel? … How do fat people feel?” She added: “You see what I mean? All of us feel something about who we are and how people see us, what they think of us.”

    When asked whether she aimed to discuss Peters’ identity, she responded: “I am fascinated by other people.”

    “They are the people that interest me, not the celebrities so much. It’s everybody. What their story is, what made them who they are, why you are the way you are.”

    Industry Reactions

    Broadcaster Jeremy Vine expressed outrage over Margolyes’ remarks and praised Peters for handling the situation “brilliantly.” Peters replied to Vine: “Thanks JV. As you know we have to be ready for ANYTHING!!!”

    LADbible Group previously approached representatives of Miriam Margolyes and ITV for comment.

    If you have been affected by any of the issues in this article and wish to speak to someone in confidence, contact Stop Hate UK by visiting their website www.stophateuk.org.

  • Benidorm followers surprised as Troy actor reveals why he disappeared from present

    Benidorm followers surprised as Troy actor reveals why he disappeared from present



    Actor Paul Bazely took a prolonged hiatus from enjoying his beloved Benidorm character after bagging a job in a Hollywood blockbuster.

    The London-born star was quietly written out of the hit ITV sitcom in sequence 4 and solely reprised his position as Troy Ganatra half a decade after he first jumped ship.

    He swapped lounging across the pool on the Solana for crusing the seven seas alongside display legend Johnny Depp – however even after hitting the massive time, he could not resist working with the hilarious forged of holidaymakers as soon as once more.

    Bazely has starred in a number of UK productions through the years, together with the likes of Emmerdale, Casualty, Heartbeat, Docs, The IT Crowd, Physician Who, and naturally, Benidorm.

    His character’s comical escapades together with his former husband Gavin Ramsbottom cracked viewers up frequently, as did their adventures with probably the most salacious swingers Alicante has ever seen, Donald and Jacqueline Stewart. And when sequence three aired in 2009, viewers thought that Troy could be getting much more airtime within the following seasons, given we have been launched to his estranged son Jamie within the ultimate episode.

    Paul Bazely took a hiatus from starring as his iconic character in Benidorm after receiving an unimaginable job provide (ITV)

    Nevertheless, we by no means received to see this father and son relationship unfold on display, as Troy was supposedly unable to go on his annual journey to the Solana as he was caring for his dying father again within the UK.

    However in actual life, Bazely was really rubbing shoulders with the likes of Depp, Penelope Cruz, Geoffrey Rush and Ian McShane on the set of Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides.

    Throughout a current chat with fellow former Benidorm star Asa Elliott – who beforehand revealed how a lot he earned from starring in a single episode of the present – the 58-year-old defined how he was poached by Hollywood bigwigs.

    “It was horrible,” Bazely stated, earlier than including in reference to the present’s creator Derren Litten: “Poor Derren!”

    He defined that earlier than filming started, Litten had knowledgeable him that Troy’s relationship together with his son was going to be a serious storyline within the fourth sequence of Benidorm.

    “He did not actually give me any particulars, however he planted that [seed] on the finish of sequence three,” Bazely stated. “Then simply earlier than all of us signed on for sequence 4, I received this half in Pirates of the Caribbean.

    “I keep in mind saying to my agent, ‘What’s it, a few days at Pinewood?’ And so they’re like, ‘No, no, no – you are going to America for 4 months, you are in it from day one to the tip’. I used to be one in all Jonny Depp’s pirates.”

    The actor, 58, starred as Salaman in Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides (Walt Disney Studios)

    Bazely was forged as Salaman, who was one of many ragtag band of pirates who starred within the 2011 movie, which was the fourth addition to the hit Disney franchise.

    Though this was clearly the chance of a lifetime, the father-of-two defined he was initially apprehensive to tell Litten that he was buying and selling the Costa Blanca for the Caribbean.

    “I keep in mind ringing him, as a result of I simply thought if somebody’s going to let him down, it will should be me,” Bazely advised Elliott. “I keep in mind ringing him and simply going, ‘Derren, I’ve received this job…’

    “It clashed with the entire sequence. There was an extended pause and he simply went, ‘Effectively, I would do it’. Bless him.

    “So then he simply wrote me in for that one episode, the ultimate ep, and even that was…Disney would not launch me, there have been all kinds of issues.”

    Regardless of being absent for the whole lot of the fourth sequence of Benidorm, Troy turned up within the ultimate episode – and the Black Mirror actor who performs him revealed he pulled out the entire stops to get to Alicante on time.

    ‘I’ve received to get on a airplane to Benidorm!’

    A great deal of Benidorm followers had no clue that Bazely cracked Hollywood (Stuart Wilson/BAFTA/Getty Pictures for BAFTA)

    Bazely went on: “By then we have been filming again in England in Pinewood and I used to be actually dressed as a pirate, waist-deep in water they usually have been going, ‘We’re doing yet another take’.

    “And I am going, ‘I can not do yet another take, I’ve received to get on a airplane to Benidorm!’ They have been all like, ‘What?’ All of those People had by no means heard of it. I used to be identical to, ‘Yeah, it is actually vital!’”

    If solely they knew how vital Benidorm is to British tradition, eh?

    Fortunately, Bazely made it again in time to shoot a brief reunion together with his former on-screen partner. However after that, it appeared as if the door had been closed on his position as Troy as soon as once more.

    Nevertheless, he defined that Litten received again in contact with him 5 years later, as he ‘had a sense’ that he ought to carry the character again – so Bazely once more returned to his Benidorm roots.

    He finally appeared in each the eighth and ninth sequence, a lot to the jubilation of longtime followers of the present.

    @asaelliott

    How Hollywood stole Troy from sequence 4. A superb story from Paul Bazely who performed Troy within the present. Telling us the storyline that was deliberate for sequence 4 and the way Hollywood got here calling for him. #benidorm #solana #tvshow #filming #neptunes

    ♬ original sound – Asa Elliott

    Regardless of being conscious that Troy had gone AWOL, it appears quite a lot of of us had no clue that Bazely was off being a swashbuckler as an alternative of dossing on a solar lounger on the Solana throughout his hiatus from the present.

    One social media person stated: “In order that’s why he got here again with a beard…”

    One other wrote: “That have to be such a surreal expertise. Actually ending a scene for one of many greatest globally cherished Hollywood films of all time…to then go straight and shoot ONE episode of a British TV sitcom in Benidorm.”

    A 3rd stated: “Who would flip down working with Johnny Depp?”

    A fourth chimed in: “But when he did not take the Pirates position, then we might have by no means had Kenneth’s character, who was such a tremendous addition to the present. So all of it labored out for the very best in the long run.”

    And a fifth added: “I simply love Paul! So glad they introduced Troy again although, one other Beni legend.”

  • Rebekah Vardy has message to the general public as she has new actuality present with Jamie

    Rebekah Vardy has message to the general public as she has new actuality present with Jamie



    Nicely, we’ve had The Kardashians and The Furys, so what could possibly be subsequent however The Vardys?

    Yep, Rebekah and Jamie Vardy have their very own actuality present popping out with ITV subsequent week.

    The collection will characteristic comply with the couple and their kids as they transfer their household over to Italy as the previous Leicester Metropolis participant signed for Cremonese.

    At this level, apparently, ‘Wagatha Christie is within the rear-view mirror’ and the Vardys are getting used to life on the continent however ‘drama is rarely far-off’.

    Whereas the couple say they’ve been requested many instances earlier than about letting the cameras in, Rebekah says this was ‘the precise second’.

    “We wish to present the actual facet of our household life – not the headlines, not the assumptions individuals make, however who we genuinely are behind closed doorways,” Jamie added.

    And forward of its TV launch, the WAG was requested what ‘core message’ she hopes viewers achieve.

    Jamie left Leicester Metropolis on the finish of the 2025 season. (Gareth Copley/Getty Photographs)

    “I feel the core message of the collection is that behind each public story, there are actual individuals

    navigating the identical feelings, challenges and uncertainties that so many households

    expertise,” Rebekah defined.

    Whereas the 44-year-old is conscious that the couple’s lives ‘are extra seen than most’, she says it’s a narrative ‘about household, change, resilience and beginning over’.

    “We wished the viewers to see the truth – not simply the thrilling moments, but in addition the chaos and the vulnerability that comes with that,” she added. “I feel progress comes from discomfort.”

    The previous I’m A Celeb star says that The Vardys is ‘us like you have got by no means seen us earlier than’.

    “Our genuine selves away from the headlines and public notion,” she continued.

    “I feel the viewers will probably be shocked by how grounded and regular quite a lot of our day-to-day life truly is. It is not glamorous, it is simply genuine.”

    The Vardys airs on Tuesday evening. (ITV)

    Rebekah says the brand new collection exhibits that ‘behind the soccer, the general public consideration and the large transfer’ they’re nonetheless ‘only a household’.

    “Get to know the actual us. That’s it,” she added.

    The present is ready to see the mum-of-five put the ‘Wagatha drama behind her’ as she focuses on this ‘thrilling new chapter’.

    In 2019, Rebekah hit headlines when Coleen Rooney publicly accused her ‘account’ of promoting tales about her to the tabloids.

    And he or she then sued Rooney for libel however after a closely lined trial in 2022, she misplaced the case and confronted an enormous authorized invoice.

    ITV’s commissioning editor for leisure and actuality added: “At a pivotal second of their lives, this can be a uncommon and revealing look behind the headlines – from the highs of Jamie’s soccer legacy to the realities of beginning over as a household, with Rebekah sharing her reflections on some of the talked-about tales of the final decade.”

    The Vardys launches at 9pm on 2 June on ITV1 and ITVX.

  • Offended Ginge shares how a lot weight he misplaced on I’m A Celeb



    Offended Ginge has misplaced a heck of numerous weight on the best way to changing into this yr’s king of the jungle.

    The I am Movie star… Get Me Out of Right here! contestant was voted forward of Tom Rea Wilson and Shona McGarty within the ultimate and has been seen proudly carrying his leafy crown out and about.

    Regardless of such an achievement, the streamer from Salford admitted that he would not ever undergo such an expertise ever once more.

    “In case you ask me would I do it once more, completely not,” Ginge, whose actual identify is Morgan Burtwistle, mentioned on ITV’s This Morning.

    He additionally instructed Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard that restricted meals of rice and beans meant that he misplaced a major quantity of weight in camp.

    Personally, he would typically go all day with out consuming as a result of he received sick of the ‘garbage’ weight loss plan.

    Offended Ginge mentioned he misplaced numerous weight within the jungle (James Gill – Danehouse/Getty Pictures)

    “I went on there as a little bit of a weight reduction journey and I’ve misplaced 7kg. I do know I’m in all probability not recognisable.” he mentioned.

    “There have been some days the place we’d get to the tip of the day and I’d look ahead to the meal and the meal was simply so garbage.”

    Though he fortunately tucked right into a full English after his win, Ginge wasn’t happy about the entire toppings.

    “I had a incredible English fry up ready for me within the lodge room however there was tomatoes and mushrooms so I left them and went straight for the hash browns and sausages,” the United fan mentioned.

    Ginge was topped this yr’s ‘king of the jungle’ (ITV)

    Alongside campmate Lisa Riley, Ginge went and discovered in a latest stream if dropping over a stone on the present meant that he was not classed as ‘obese’.

    He went on the NHS web site to calculate his new BMI – a screening device that measures your weight in relation to your peak.

    The well being service notes that 18.5–24.9 is a ‘wholesome’ grownup vary, whereas 25+ is ‘obese’ and 30+ is taken into account ‘overweight’.

    Ginge was properly and actually angered by the end result (TikTok/@angryginge13)

    “I misplaced 7kg (within the jungle),” he mentioned.

    “I used to be within the obese (class). So now, am I going to be in wholesome or am I nonetheless obese?”

    After checking, Ginge was as ‘indignant’ as ever to seek out out that he was nonetheless ‘obese’ with a BMI of 26. “For f**okay’s sake, man,” he mentioned.

    BMI, in the meantime, is broadly thought-about outdated and overly simplistic as a standalone well being metric.

    “A BMI between 25 and 29.9 is classed as obese,” the NHS web site reads.

    “An obese end result suggests you may benefit from making some wholesome modified.”

  • Offended Ginge topped King of The Jungle 2025 in emotional win



    Offended Ginge has been topped King of the Jungle.

    The streamer, 24, reigned victorious within the I am A Celeb remaining on Sunday (7 December) after successful the hearts of the nation over the previous couple of weeks.

    Eastenders star Shona McGarty got here third, whereas Celebs Go Relationship receptionist Tom Learn Wilson got here in second place.

    Ginge described his expertise Down Underneath as a ‘dream come true’ – however admitted he was misplaced for phrases whereas being topped King of the Jungle.

    Requested if he had any remaining phrases for viewers who’ve tuned in to look at him each evening, Ginge hilariously stated: “I am unable to consider one!”

    Offended Ginge was topped this 12 months’s winner of I am A Celeb (ITV)

    Final 12 months’s winner, McFly singer Danny Jones, handed over the crown and sceptre to him through the stay episode of the ITV present.

    Nevertheless, he did be certain that to supply his due to the individuals who have been voting for him.

    “I don’t suppose I can swear, however I really feel wonderful,” Ginge stated.

    “Actually, a dream come true. I didn’t suppose I might go all this manner by no means thoughts win. Thanks to everybody who voted.”

    It seems that social media customers suppose that Ginge is a really deserving winner, as viewers have been flooding X with congratulatory messages for the Salford-born star.

    One individual stated: “Ginge going from dwelling in a pub a 12 months in the past, to successful I’m a Celeb a 12 months later!!!”

    The 24-year-old was misplaced for phrases when his win was introduced (ITV)

    One other wrote: “Yesssss Ginge so deserved.”

    A 3rd added: “Totally loved this sequence of #imaceleb. In my view it is up there with top-of-the-line ones, and I’m completely buzzing for Ginge!”

    Wilson was an awesome sport about being runner-up too, as whereas Ginge was being topped, he sweetly stated: “That is correctly. That is every part I need. I’ve had the most effective time. I am unable to inform you.”

    The Twitch streamer, whose actual identify is Morgan Burtwistle, has managed to realize a legion of recent followers throughout his jungle stint.

    He is been the best contestant within the eyes of lots of people – as he is confronted his fears, opened as much as the cameras about lacking house and feeling overwhelmed, in addition to sharing a ton of non-public anecdotes, too.

    From discussing the time his girlfriend broke up with him on a livestream to the half-sister he has by no means met, nobody can accuse this lad of not being sincere.

    Tom Learn Wilson got here in second place throughout Sunday’s remaining (ITV)

    Earlier than the jungle crown was bestowed upon him, Ginge advised Ant and Dec that he’d discovered the I am A Celeb expertise a ‘lot tougher’ than he had anticipated.

    “I’d reached out to folks earlier than I went in to get some recommendation, however no one warned me about what I used to be about to undergo,” he advised the Geordie double act.

    “Nobody stated it was going to be that tough That was the toughest factor I’ve ever performed and was an actual psychological check.

    “There have been so many occasions I needed to throw the towel in.”

    Thank god he did not, eh lads?

  • Laura Woods points assertion after collapsing stay on air



    Soccer presenter Laura Woods has launched a press release after all of a sudden collapsing whereas stay on air.

    The British pundit was stay on ITV with Anita Asante and Ian Wright when she all of a sudden fell forwards whereas the latter was talking concerning the Lionesses sport towards Ghana on Tuesday (2 December).

    Wright even managed to react shortly and catch Woods because the trio have been delving into the ladies’s worldwide pleasant conflict at St Mary’s Stadium in Southampton.

    Asante was additionally seen serving to the 38-year-old, as the printed feed promptly reduce away to a shot of the pitch from the stands, with audio persevering with as Arsenal legend Wright might be heard asking if Woods was okay.

    Quickly after, it reduce to an advert break, with Woods being changed within the line-up by Scottish swimmer Katie Shanahan.

    The sports activities presenter issued a press release after collapsing in the course of a broadcast (ITV)

    Shanahan defined that they did not have ‘the fantastic Laura Woods’ as she had ‘simply been taken in poor health’, including: “However she’s in excellent fingers, so I am stepping in at late discover.”

    Many have been left perplexed by the state of affairs on social media, as viewers despatched their finest to the TNT Sports activities presenter, whose fiancé Adam Collard shared on X: “Laura is all okay and with the suitable individuals. Thanks for your whole variety messages.”

    Woods has now up to date viewers on her well being with a press release on Instagram, studying: “Gosh that was a bit bizarre.

    “Sorry to fret everybody, I’m Okay, the fantastic paramedics at Saints have mentioned it’s in all probability a virus, simply want a little bit of relaxation and rehydration.

    “I’m actually embarrassed that occurred on TV, however a giant thanks to my colleagues at ITV who’ve actually taken care of me tonight.”

    The pundit concluded: “And to Wrighty and Neets for catching me, and sorry once more x.”

    Whereas the mum-of-one was unnecessarily apologetic, many have been relieved to listen to that she was doing okay.

    Woods up to date involved followers with a message on social media (Instagram/laurawoodsy)

    Woods has turn out to be a well-known face within the soccer world, returning to screens in April after a break following the start of her son.

    As for the sport itself, the Lionesses took Ghana on in a fourth pleasant in a row following their triumphant Euro 2025 win final summer season.

    A properly taken aim from midfielder Lucia Kendall acquired England off the mark, whereas Arsenal attacker Alessia Russo sealed the win with a stoppage time penalty after Chloe Kelly was pressured off with an harm after simply half-hour in a 2-0 victory.

    A lot of individuals took to social media to reward the professionalism of the ITV group to proceed analysing the sport after Woods was taken into care.

    LADbible beforehand contacted ITV for remark.