ITV Loose Women's Kaye Adams forced to apologise after Ruby Wax swears on air

Carol McGiffin is nothing if not straight-talking - and during our exclusive shoot with her and husband Mark Cassidy at a beautiful vineyard in the south of France, where she now lives most of the year, she was certainly true to form. Speaking of ITV chatshow Loose Women, which Carol was a popular panellist on until her shock departure in April 2023, the star, 64, admitted that she misses being a part of it - but for various reasons would never go back, including that nowadays, she personally finds the show ‘boring’. “It was once a great job.

Carol McGiffin and her husband Mark Cassidy look relaxed and absolutely besotted with each other during our gorgeous exclusive shoot in the south of France. When we catch up – in a vineyard at the Hotel Saint Vincent in Saint-Tropez, an hour and a half away from their home – they are the first to admit that outspoken Carol and softly spoken Mark are like chalk and cheese.

When Carol McGiffin made a shocking exit from Loose Women in 2023 after joining the popular TV show more than two decades ago, fans were left devastated. At the time, Carol addressed her reason to leave and explained on GB news that ITV is "not a place where I feel I fit in". Now, in an exclusive chat with OK!, the 64 year old made a cheeky dig at Loose Women and revealed she eventually found the show "difficult" and said some of her former co-stars she has "nothing in common with." When asked if there's anything she misses about London - Carol and her husband Mark Cassidy who now lives in the south of France - she simply said: "I used to love flying back to London to do Loose Women, but travel got more difficult and Loose Women got more difficult… I don’t miss it at all." Carol, always one for speaking her mind, didn't stop there and explained how different the show is now compared to when she first joined.The TV star said: "It was once a great job.

During our stunning shoot with Carol McGiffin and her husband Mark Cassidy in the south of France, Carol, 64, opened up on a range of topics in her typically outspoken manner - including her former Loose Women colleagues. Carol left the show last April, but explained that there are some current and former panellists with whom she happily stays in touch regularly, including Denise Welch, Kaye Adams and Jane Moore. And, asked about another friend and former colleague Ruth Langsford, who it was revealed last month is set to divorce from her husband Eamonn Holmes, Carol told OK! that she was very saddened to hear of their shock split and in a four-word statement said "I love them both" - but explained that she had not yet reached out to her friend as she didn’t want to overwhelm her, or add to any of the 'noise' surrounding their separation.

Stacey Solomon has issued an urgent apology after accidentally flashing her rather large pants during an Instagram video.The bubbly presenter took to her social media to share a clip where she's seen apologising to her followers for inadvertently showing off her underwear. She humorously captioned the video: "Omg apologies for the granny pants flash." Chatting directly to her fans, Stacey explained: "I'm sorry about my granny pants this morning, I didn't even realise.

Loose Women's Kaye Adams made a cheeky confession on the latest episode of the ITV show, revealing she started reading spicy novels from the tender age of 10. Kaye was joined by fellow panellists Kelly Holmes, Gloria Hunniford and Jane Moore on Friday 28 June, discussing the hottest topics in news and entertainment. However, it was Kaye's revelation about her early introduction to adult fiction that stole the show.

Kaye Adams had to quickly step in with a warning for Loose Women fans when Nigel Farage, the British politician and jungle campmate from I'm A Celeb, was running late for his segment on the show.The ITV hit show's audience and those tuning in at home were left hanging when Kaye announced that Nigel was not "in the building" at the time he was supposed to be on air. Despite the hiccup, the panel, which included Kaye alongside Gloria Hunniford and Jane Moore, smoothly transitioned to discussing Dame Kelly Holmes' coming out story and the significance of Pride month. Viewers at home, who were keen to see the Reform UK leader, took to Twitter to express their impatience, with one tweeting: "Bring Nigel on ffs." Another posted: "The leader of @reformparty_uk is due on @loosewomenthis afternoon.

EastEnders' Barry Evans was known for his loveable yet hapless nature when he lived in Walford in the 1990s. He married Natalie Price in a double wedding with Ian Beale and Melanie Healy, and they had a son named Jack. However, their relationship ended in a split, which led to the scheming Janine Butcher, played by Charlie Brooks, manipulating him for her own gain.

Stacey Solomon has been making the most of the UK's heatwave by taking a dip in her outdoor pool at Pickle Cottage.The Loose Women star has been sharing snaps of herself and her family soaking up the sun, donning the Black Control Contrast Binding Belted Swimsuit, £16 here (was £33), from her In The Style range. Fans of Stacey's swimsuit are in for a treat as it's currently on sale.The figure-flattering one-piece, featuring hidden panels, is now more than half price in the In The Style sale, reduced from £33 to just £16 - perfect timing for the heatwave.

ITV's Loose Women saw things turn rather icy when Christine Lampard coaxed Kelle Bryan into revealing her embarrassing story. The much-loved quartet Christine, Kelle, Judi Love and Coleen Nolan occupied the hot seats on Wednesday's episode of the beloved daytime programme, engaging with current issues and the latest news headlines.

Stacey Solomon's Pickle Cottage is the ultimate summer retreat, complete with a stunning outdoor swimming pool.The Loose Women star and her hubby Joe Swash have been making the most of the UK heatwave by taking a dip in their garden pool, and fans can't get enough of the gorgeous snaps shared on Instagram. Not only does the garden boast a large swimming pool, but Stacey has also added some chic wicker cocoon chairs to create the perfect chill-out zone for her family.

EastEnders icon Natalie Cassidy appeared totally stunned when Loose Women host Charlene White revealed details of their "private" behind-the-scenes chat on live TV. Natalie joined the ITV daytime favourite as a guest panelist and dished some exclusive behind-the-scenes secrets about the acting guidance she received from Walford heavyweights like the legendary Dame Barbara Windsor and June Brown.

Loose Women's head honcho Charlene White sparked concern among viewers about her future on the popular chat show after receiving a live on-air warning for tardiness. The panel, featuring Brenda Edwards, Coleen Nolan, and EastEnders icon Natalie Cassidy, were in the midst of a lively debate about punctuality when Natalie admitted to being an early riser.

Loose Women star Denise Welch caught up with fellow ex-soap star Patsy Palmer for a sun-soaked beach day in California.The 66-year-old former Coronation Street actress met up with EastEnders' Patsy, 52, during her getaway to LA. In a video shared on Instagram, TV personality Denise can be seen sunbathing, socialising, and taking pictures with the flame-haired star. Patsy moved to Malibu 10 years ago with her husband Richard Merkell and their children Fenton, 24, Emilia, 22, and Bertie, 13, after leaving behind her role as Bianca in Albert Square.

Loose Women's Andrea McLean broke down in tears when she announced her departure from the show back in December 2020. Andrea, 54, who was a host on Loose Women for 13 years and spent 23 years on ITV daytime, explained that she wanted to help more women and would be taking a risk by pursuing a new career path. Ever since, she has been focusing on on her mindset app, This Girl Is On Fire, and her Mastering Midlife podcast which she hosts alongside her husband, Nick Feeney.

Loose Women star Brenda Edwards has candidly declared she's too busy for love right now. The 55 year old television personality, known for her role on the daytime show has opened up about her personal life, stating in an interview with Woman's Own: "No, I'm single and loving it. I don't need a man, or a woman.

The Loose Women panel are new and huge set to welcome a new guest next week as they enlist EastEnders favourite Natalie Cassidy to join them, despite last appearing as a panellist in 2012. She’s one of EastEnders’ best known characters after first appearing on the hit BBC soap 30 years ago and although the star has recently teamed up with Gavin and Stacey star Joanna Page to launch a new podcast, named Off the Telly, where they'll catch up on topical TV, Natalie is adding another notch to her working belt as she joins the Loose Women cast.

Brenda Edwards has declared she's too busy for love at the moment, and instead is enjoying lapping up single life at the age of 55.

As Loose Women favourite Nadia Sawalha approaches her 60th birthday this year, she’s not taking any moments for granted.The telly favourite has spent years fighting for her friend Hannah Gardner, who has secondary incurable breast cancer, facing off against MPs in Westminster and spending hours by her side while she gets treatment in hospital. As she exclusively tells OK!, it’s given her a whole new perspective on life.

Loose Women viewers were shocked by the panel's discussion on body hair during the live ITV show.The presenters' chat turned to women growing excess hair in later life on Friday's show, 21 June, with hosts Kaye Adams, 61, Judi Love, 44, Linda Robson, 66, and Dame Kelly Holmes, 54, all weighing in with their views. "Have you noticed increased body hair as you've got older?" asked Kaye at the start of the segment, explaining that 75% of women do so, for various reasons including the menopause, hormonal changes and certain medication.