Celebrity Big Brother's Louis Walsh has reignited a long-running feud with Irish pop duo Jedward. Louis, 71, managed Jedward, whose names are John and Edward Grimes, between 2009 and 2013 after they shot to stardom on the X Factor.
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Brits host Roman Kemp is the son of Martin Kemp and the nephew of Gary Kemp, who became famous in the early 1980s thanks to their chart topping band, Spandau Ballet.
The brothers were joined by singer Tony Hadley, saxophonist Steve Norman and drummer John Keeble. During the 80s, the band produced a slew of hits, including Gold, True and Only When You Leave. However, amid the international success, cracks were forming beneath the surface, and it led to a major family feud.
Here's everything we know about the Kemp conflict... Roman Kemp's family 'feud' explained Roman's dad, Martin, revealed how when Spandau Ballet split in 1990 when the band decided they wanted to focus on separate career paths, he was the "mediator" between his brother and the other members. He said on the Jonathan Ross Show over 30 years after the initial break up: "I was the mediator, I tried to make sure that everybody was happy all the time.
Sometimes I was the go-between. I didn't mind that, that was my role, that's what I played. Just a shame I didn't get paid for it." What Martin was referring to was the band's battle for royalties, where Tony, John and Steve took Gary to the High Court to try and sue him.
The claim - which ended up being unsuccessful - alleged that they were entitled to the songwriter's earnings from their heyday in the 80s.
However, it turns out the agreement was "verbal." John told The Guardian in 1999: "We had an arrangement between ourselves, and we were schoolmates. We weren't cynical, we just did things on trust. Besides, we were playing in the Hope and Anchor, in small pubs at that time.
The idea of sorting out a serious contract didn't cross our minds." While Tony admitted that he was disappointed about the outcome and that
Celebrity Big Brother's Louis Walsh has reignited a long-running feud with Irish pop duo Jedward. Louis, 71, managed Jedward, whose names are John and Edward Grimes, between 2009 and 2013 after they shot to stardom on the X Factor.
Celebrity Big Brother is the show that everyone is talking about, but there's one former contestant in particular that could never go back in the house - and that's season 19's Coleen Nolan. "Oh god, yeah. Absolutely," she said when OK! asked if she's tuning into the show.
Jonathan Ross, the host of ITV's Oscars coverage, has faced a wave of criticism after making an awkward mistake about Cillian Murphy, who is from the Republic of Ireland. Despite the actor proudly speaking in Irish as he accepted his first- ever Oscar award, presenter Jonathan repeatedly referred to the Peaky Blinders star as British, much to the annoyance of viewers. Christopher Nolan's film Oppenheimer was the big winner at the Oscars, taking home seven awards.The movie, which tells the story of J Robert Oppenheimer, known as the father of the atomic bomb, won best picture.
At this year's Oscar bash, famed musician Sir Elton John had a special surprise planned for his celeb guests - an exclusive peek into the star's closet. Amongst the attendees at the star-studded bash were Smokey Robinson, Ellie Goulding, Jane Seymour, Jacob Lusk of Gabriels fame, Lucien Laviscount, fashion queen Donatella Versace, and TV stars Liz and Damian Hurley alongside Neil Patrick Harris.
Steve Wright's friend Nick Campbell has said that the BBC star would not have liked all the nice things people are saying about him after he died. Steve Wright was a famous DJ on BBC Radio 2 but sadly passed away at his house on February 12 when he was 69 years old. Nick, who described his late friend as a 'great and really likeable person', has now spoken out to say that the late radio legend would hate all the media attention he's received since passing.
BRIT Awards host Roman Kemp made a cheeky joke about the drama with Christian Horner live while presenting the award show. Geri Horner and her husband, who is the Team Principal and CEO of the Red Bull F1 Team, recently saw their marriage rocked over claims he sent suggestive messages to someone he works with.
BRIT Awards viewers were rattled by host Roman Kemp's cheeky jibe about Green Day.The American pop-punk band came to London's O2 Arena on Saturday night to give out the best British group award. However, before they stepped up, Roman made a savage remark about them. He said: "To present our next award for British group are two genuine rock gods.
Roman Kemp will take on one of the highest-profile jobs in his broadcasting career when he hosts the BRIT Awards 2024 with Maya Jama and Clara Amfo. The presenter has called it a "real pinch me moment".
This Morning's presenter Sian Welby looked stunning as she stepped out at the 2024 Brit Awards in a gorgeous red ensemble that showed off her growing baby bump.The ITV host looked glowing as she stepped out on her first red carpet since announcing that she is expecting her first baby with fiancé Jake Beckett. Sian was seen grinning from ear-to-ear as she donned a strapless mini dress with matching red gloves and bag.
Roman Kemp opened up about the moment he found out he would be co-hosting the Brit Awards 2024 during an appearance on ITV's Lorraine on Friday.The radio presenter, 31, joined Louise Minchin who was hosting Friday's episode of the show ahead of co-presenting the famous awards show on Saturday 2 March. Louise, 55, asked Roman about the moment he secured the job and he revealed which celebs he called when he found out the huge career news.
Sian Welby has announced that she is expecting her first child with fiancé Jake Beckett, just six months after they got engaged. The radio and TV personality, 37, shared the news very fittingly, taking to the Capital Breakfast show to inform her listeners of the joyous news.
Martin Kemp has had a heart-to-heart with his wife Shirlie, telling her they "can't be heartbroken" if their kids decide to have private weddings.
Martin and Shirlie Kemp have opened up about their children's love lives, revealing why they may not attend their famous son Roman's wedding.The pair, who have been married for over 30s have also shared what advice they've given to Roman, 31, and their daughter Harley Moon, 34.The parents of two have shared that they would love to attend their children's weddings, but that in Roman's case, it may not happen as they hope, with the radio presenter potentially opting to follow in his parents' footsteps with a small private ceremony instead. Martin and Shirlie tied the knot in 1988 in a private ceremony, with no guests, In St Lucia. Speaking to Hello!, Shirlie said: "I'm not bothered that they're not married or have children.
EastEnders actor Martin Kemp has weighed in on his son Roman Kemp's love life as he says he isn't disappointed that the radio star hasn't settled down yet.
Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly have shared some exciting news – as they confirmed they are in talks to remake the children's drama Byker Grove after nearly 20 years.They both became stars on this show, with Ant as PJ and Dec as Duncan, starting in 1989.The last time we saw Byker Grove was in 2006 – storylines focused on the adventures of teenagers at a youth club in Newcastle. Last week, while chatting with Alex Jones and Roman Kemp on The One Show, Ant and Dec said they've started working on a new version.
Roman Kempmay be leaving the Capital Breakfast Show, but the radio presenter is taking on a huge TV gig with The Brit Awards 2024.The radio DJ will be hosting alongside Love Island ’s Maya Jama and BBC Radio 1's Clara Amfo. However, Roman has admitted that he was so thrilled to be asked to host, he burst into tears when given the offer. "When they told me, I cried,” Roman said.
The BRIT Awards is landing on ITV1, as the biggest stars on the British music scene descend on the O2 in the hope of taking home a glorious gong. But for Love Island ’s Maya Jama, it’s an honour just to be on stage hosting. “It’s been a dream since I was a teenager, so I’m super over the moon,” she smiles.
Fans believe a feud could be brewing at the Radio 1 station after radio DJ Greg James took a dig at his former colleague, Jordan North.
BBC Radio 1 and Capital respectively. North previously hosted BBC Radio 1’s Drivetime Show.According to BBC, North shared that he was “beyond excited” to start at the rival station after the news was announced on air.
Jordan North is the new voice you'll hear on the Capital FM Breakfast Show after leaving BBC Radio 1. He's taking over from Roman Kemp, who recently emotionally announced he was quitting the role. Roman announced during his Capital show on Wednesday, 21 February: "You are going to absolutely love this Jordan.