GBBO’s Judi Love’s life off screen from Social Work beginning to TV stardom

Stand-up comedian and Loose Women panellist Judi Love says she still has to pinch herself when she remembers that last year saw her sharing a cup of tea with the future King. Writing in her weekly OK! column, Judi also congratulates Stormzy for launching his #Merky Books Literature Festival, has her say on the brand new series of I'm A Celeb: South Africa, says goodbye to entertainment icon Len Goodman and wishes James Cordon the best of luck in his return to the UK. Sign up - for free - to read Judi's full column.

Laura Whitmore has managed to succeed at everything from writing to presenting to acting, and now she’s turned her hand to fashion, as she becomes Love & Roses’ first-ever A-list collaborator.The former Love Island presenter worked alongside boutique brand Love & Roses to create a 25-piece collection that’s packed full of summer-ready staples including cotton sundresses, cocktail-ready midi dresses, and billow-sleeved blouses in a range of fabrics. With shimmering metallics, clashing prints, and bold colours, this is your go-to for wardrobe essentials this summer.

Danny Walters’ EastEnders character Keanu Taylor has been embroiled in more than his fair share of drama - and surely there's more left to come. After first arriving on the scene back in 2017, he’s had an affair with a married woman only to face a murder plot at the hands of her jealous husband, embarked on a dangerous criminal career of his own and even faking his own death to avoid his past catching up with him.

Max Fletcher made his debut as Marshall Hamston on Emmerdale earlier this year. He was introduced as a possible love interest for Arthur Thomas, and despite only being on the show for less than six months, has made quite the impact on fans. Since joining, Max’s character has had his fair share of heartbreaking scenes.

When EastEnders fans found out that soap icon, Rita Simons, who played Roxy Mitchell for 10 years was returning to Albert Square, it’s safe to say that they were both excited and baffled. Mainly due to the fact that Simons’ character was killed off in 2017 alongside her on-screen sister, Ronnie Mitchell, who was played by Samantha Womack.

Iconic talk show host Jerry Springer has died at the age of 79 and while he's best-known for his eponymous talk show, he had a quieter life away from cameras with his wife and daughter.The American presenter was best known for hosting The Jerry Springer Show for almost three decades from 1991, but he was also a former lawyer and politician. On Thursday, a family spokesperson confirmed that Jerry, 79, had died following a brief battle with cancer.They revealed that his health had taken a turn for the worst in recent weeks, with the TV presenter passing away peacefully at his home in Chicago.

Judi Love showed off a bizarre “skill” which sent the Loose Women audience into a frenzy during Thursday's episode. Judi’s secret skill was exposed following a conversation around a baby crying contest that is held in Japan.

Scots Love Island winner Paige Turley has reportedly split from her boyfriend Finley Tapp three years on from meeting in the South African villa.

Janice Dickinson , known as the "world's first supermodel," has been a trailblazer in the fashion industry since her iconic debut in the 70s. With her fierce attitude, she quickly became a household name and now in 2023, Janice is taking on a new adventure as she returns to the jungle in the highly anticipated all-stars spin-off of I'm A Celebrity. Born and raised in Brooklyn, the native New Yorker, first rose to fame off-screen as a highly successful model.

Max Bowden has made quite the impression on EastEnders viewers since he arrived on-screen as resident bad boy Ben Mitchell back in 2019. Max's on-screen life has been full of drama and scandal, as Ben has struggled with accidentally killing someone, struggled with drug abuse and found himself in trouble with the police.

Emmerdale star Louise Jameson’s character Mary Goskirk is currently embroiled in a very dramatic storyline that’s seen her be knocked out by her lesbian love interest Faye. Mary’s romance turned nasty when she began to suspect that her lover, who she had helped organise a charity fundraiser, had actually pocketed the money for herself. As fans wait to see if Mary will survive her dangerous liaison with Faye, we take a look at the actress’, who joined the show just last year, off-screen love life.

Stand-up comedian and Loose Women panellist Judi Love has had her say on the revelation that Rebekah Vardy is seeking to trademark the term 'Wagatha Christie' following her loss against Coleen Rooney in court last year. Writing in her weekly OK! column, Judi also wishes pal AJ Odudu a premature congratulations following rumours she may be set to host the upcoming reboot of Big Brother, shares her shock at Tory MP Andrew Edwards' alleged comments over slavery, praises YouTube star EO for last week's mental health admission and says more needs to be done following the shooting of Ralph Yarl in America last week. Sign up - for free - to read Judi's full column.

Since the 80s, Shaun Ryder has been the frontman of the iconic rock band, the Happy Mondays who were responsible for hits like Step On and 24 Hour Party People. But aside from being the soundtrack to the 90s rave scene, what else do we know about the 60 year old? From his marriage to wife Joanne to the two children they share together, here’s everything you need to know about Shaun Ryder ahead of his second stint on the hit show, I’m a Celeb… Who is his wife? Joanne Ryder is a business and personal manager, who as well as being married to Shaun, also manages his career.

Since returning to the iconic soap last year, Coronation Street’s killer Stephen Reed has rocked the cobbles, and put viewers at home on the edge of their seats numerous times, with some of them branding the plots he's involved in as "ridiculous". The 61 year old, who first joined the cast back in 1996 as Audrey Roberts’ illegitimate son, has been an on-again off-again recurring character over the years.

On screen, viewers of EastEnders will know actress Ellie Dadd for her portrayal of Jack Branning and the late Roxy Mitchell’s daughter Amy Mitchell. Ellie is the fifth actress to play the troubled teen after arriving in Albert Square back in 2022, with a spokesperson for EastEnders saying at the time that she had been cast as her character prepares to “take on more challenging adult storylines” in future episodes. In fact, soon after arriving on our screens, Ellie was involved with a mental health storyline, which left viewers at home dubbing the episode one of the “most touching” plot they’d seen from the soap.

Legendary author Judy Blume has written 29 books and swore the only one she would never consider selling for the screen was 1970’s Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret, her timeless coming-of-age book that became a rite of passage for just about every girl, like Margaret, going from age 11 to 12, and probably their mothers as well. Blume held fast until 2018 when writer-director Kelly Fremon Craig and her mentor, Oscar-winning filmmaker James L. Brooks, came calling with just the right idea for an adaptation. The deal was sealed. The movie is here. Blume says she is probably the only author to say the movie is better than her book.

As the host of Naked Attraction, Anna Richardson has become a familiar face on our screens thanks to her witty one-liners, viral quotes and laugh out loud funny puns. But away from the world of Naked Attraction, the 52 year old recently helped launch the new Channel 4 show Naked Education alongside the likes of Dr Alex George and radio DJ Yinka Bokinni.

Judi Love tells OK! she is heartbroken S Club 7 star Paul Cattermole died at the age of 46 - and the columnist says his death is a reminder for people "to share beautiful moments" with their nearest and dearest. Speaking in her exclusive column, only available to OK! VIPs, she said: "I’m sending my love to Paul’s family, and I hope that S Club can find some way to continue spreading the joy of their music with their fans while holding Paul in their hearts." Here, Judi shares her excitement for I’m A Celebrity: South Africa and offers her thoughts on Millie Bobby Brown's proposal...

Ahead of her Coronation Street debut last year, Jodie Prenger had already dabbled in the TV and showbiz world having appeared in a handful of programmes. Jodie, who stars as barmaid Glenda Shuttleworth on the popular ITV soap, first shot to fame on The Biggest Loser in 2006, with the now-43 year old going on to win the show and bagging a £25,000 cash prize.The UK edition of the programme – which was axed in 2012 – was for people wanting to overhaul their diets and their lives, with Jodie going on to shed an amazing nine stone on the show.

Fans of the long-running iconic soap EastEnders will recognise Heather Peace for her portrayal as Eve Unwin, after she joined the cast in late 2021. The 47 year old, who originally hails from Bradford, entered the show as the new wife of veteran character, Stacey Slater, played by Lacey Turner.