Bucks Fizz star Jay Aston breaks down in tears as she discusses daughter's meningitis battle

Stacey Solomon was a proud mum on Thursday as she celebrated her lookalike son Leighton’s tenth birthday. The 32 year old beamed as she posted a cute photo of the birthday boy on Instagram Stories with the reflective caption: “10 today.

Brian McFadden was seen gushing over his new baby on Loose Women today. Kaye Adams, Stacey Solomon, Katie Piper and Nadia Sawalha were joined by musicians Brian and Keith Duffy - now known as band Boyzlife - to talk about a new tour and album. But Brian couldn't help but talk about his one year old baby Ruby.

This morning on Loose Women, singer Michelle Heaton broke down after reading out parts of a letter her husband wrote to her whilst she was in rehab.The star has been sober for 13 months, and appeared on Loose Women to speak about her difficult journey both before and after going into rehab. Michelle struggled with a drug and alcohol addiction and admitted that she was given just days to live after her battle with the disease got so bad. After finally getting the help that she needed after a stint in rehab at The Priory, Michelle was given a letter written by her husband at the time.

Loose Women star Carol McGiffin made one of her biggest pet peeves clear on the ITV show during a debate between the panellists on Tuesday. Carol, 62, was discussing the ideal length for fingernails with co-hosts Katie Piper, Ruth Langsford and Kéllé Bryan, when she revealed that she “can’t stand” a certain style.The presenter said: “Someone who works on this show - mentioning no names - is constantly going…” Katie helpfully demonstrated Carol’s pet peeve by drumming her long fingernails on the glass table top. “Oh my god, that noise!” Carol reacted instantly, flinching away from the “clickety-click” sound.

Loose Women star Brenda Edwards made the brave decision to return to the show last week after the recent passing of her son Jamal Edwards in February.MORE: Brenda Edwards opens up about the tragic death of son JamalThe star marked the occasion with a stunning singing video, posted to her Instagram feed and on Monday.

Loose Women star Linda Robson made an extremely unexpected confession on Friday when she appeared on the hit ITV daytime TV programme.MORE: Loose Women's Linda Robson's chic London home she wants to leaveDuring a segment where the a panel were discussing what they kept in their knicker drawers, Linda made the controversial confession that her deceased dogs, George and Ernie, along with other members of her family's ashes, have a safe place there.WATCH: Loose Women star Linda Robson confesses where she keeps her pet's ashesThe 64-year-old explained: "I've got lots of people's and animals ashes in my knicker drawer, I've got little bags of ashes from George and from Ernie and from other members of the family…"They're in little packets, everything that's precious to me, they've got their names on so I don't get mixed up and I've also got a little box in there with my children's little bracelets they got when they were born, the first lock of their hair, their teeth."I've got all of them in there - it's lovely." Linda adored her family petLinda sadly lost her French bulldog Ernie, in July 2020 after he suffered a spinal injury and two years prior lost her dog George.Taking to Instagram around the time Ernie died, Linda posted an adorable montage of moments from the pup's life to the song Since I Lost you by Genesis.Captioning the video she wrote: "We miss you Ernie every day," with a heart.Linda shared the emotional update with her 166,000 Instagram followersFans of the ITV star flocked to comment on the heartfelt post.One follower penned: "So sorry for lost RIP Ernie."Another follower penned: "My heart broke for you Linda and the family. I felt a real sadness as you know I have Ernie’s sister Lola.

Loose Women panellist Stacey Solomon was in disbelief on Tuesday night, as her fiancé, Joe Swash revealed he had snuck home whilst she was upstairs trying on wedding dresses. TV personality Joe, 40, made the confession as Stacey, 32, filmed the pair on her Instagram stories as she asked Joe for a “fun fact of the day” after he had been away all week working. Initially, Joe said he was too tired to come up with a fun fact, before saying: “I’ll tell you a fun fact, “I actually came home yesterday to drop my washing off, and you were trying on dresses, and you didn’t even know I came home”.

Coleen Nolan is no stranger to a stunning selfie, and on Friday it was no exception when she posted a rare snap alongside her beautiful daughter Ciara Fensome.MORE: Coleen Nolan compared to supermodel in stunning new videoIn the photo, posted to the star's Instagram feed, the mother-daughter-duo posed next to Coleen's long-time best friend Carol Bigwood.WATCH: Coleen Nolan welcomes new family additionCaptioning the post the Loose Women star wrote: "Gorgeous walk today with these two @ciarafensome @carolb1955 and of course all the dogs, hence a lead round my neck, not a medal beautiful day!!"MORE: Coleen Nolan stuns in glittery ensemble - and fans cannot get enoughREAD: Coleen Nolan shares emotional message for sister amid family heartacheFans of the singing sensation couldn't wait to weigh in on the photo: "Lovely picture of you all Col xx." Coleen is a doting mother-of-threeA second penned: "Looking good ladies. X." Another commented: "What a great photo Coleen."A fourth wrote: "Aww lovely pic hunni x hope your well."In the photo, Coleen has a bright yellow lead around her neck in aid of her four-legged friends who also accompanied the ladies.Last week, Coleen announced she added another furry addition to her household after she adopted a golden retriever rescue dog.The star announced the new arrival, whose name is yet to be revealed, with a heartwarming video on her Instagram feed.

Presenter Stacey Solomon is counting down the days until she says “I do” with actor Joe Swash in their family home, affectionately dubbed Pickle Cottage. Stacey, 32, and Joe, 40, who got engaged on Christmas Eve in 2020, are set to tie the knot in July – a year later than originally planned.

Jay Aston was reduced to tears as she spoke about her daughter's terrifying battle with meningitis - which saw her and her husband told she had a 50/50 chance of survival.

Bucks Fizz star Jay Aston has shared how she "willed" her teenage daughter Josie to "make it" as she lay in a hospital bed fighting bacterial meningitis.The 60 year old singer's daughter was rushed to hospital and put into intensive care before being put into an induced after her organs began to fail following her diagnosis. Now, nearly a month later, the 18 year old is recovering in a specialist kidney unit and has been told she will be "permanently scarred". "It’s been absolutely devastating.

Delicious chocolate eggs, cute bunnies, gambolling lambs and colourful flowers - what’s not to love about Easter? It’s the big Spring occasion when we get together with loved ones to celebrate the season and new beginnings. And it certainly wouldn’t be complete without some Easter treats! Home baking with the kids is the perfect way to keep them occupied during the school holidays and celebrate the Easter season. Stacey Solomon certainly knows how to get into the Easter spirit.

Loose Women star Nadia Sawalha publicly praised her sister on Saturday in a new update she made on her Instagram Stories.MORE: Nadia Sawalha shares surprising menopause side effect – and fans totally relate​​​​​​​Reposting her older sister Dina Sawalha's latest cooking reel, Nadia wrote: "So proud of my sister @thedinasawalha," Dina replied with a "thank you" gif on her own Instagram Stories.WATCH: Nadia Sawalha shows off impressive workoutThe meal in question was a colourful, plant-based chickpea and aubergine dish which was covered in a smoky paprika and vanilla sauce.MORE: Nadia Sawalha shares impressive weight training video – watchREAD: Nadia Sawalha stuns fans in jaw-dropping outfit – but it's not what it seemsFans were very impressed with the recipe and filled the comments with replies.