James Argent’s 'worried pals call 999 as ambulance rushes to star’s home'

James "Arg" Argent opened up about his "best friend" and long-time confidante Lydia Bright as he addressed whether there was a chance the pair could ever get back together.The 34 year old appeared on Loose Women today to discuss his recent addiction relapse and his road to recovery with panellists Ruth Langsford, Coleen Nolan, Carol McGiffin and Kelle Bryan. During the chat, Ruth commented on how close the TOWIE stars are, and how Lydia, 31, had supported James through the last two years. "Lydia who you had an on and off relationship with for a long time, she's a really good friend, and she's helping you still," Ruth prompted.

Former The Only Way is Essex star James ‘Arg’ Argent has opened up about the reasons behind his recent relapse. Earlier this month, it emerged that the 34 year old, who has battled an alcohol and drugs addiction since being in the spotlight, had to be visited by paramedics at his home in Essex after a night of drinking.

James Argent, affectionately known as Arg, is reportedly "doing really, really well" despite experiencing a scary relapse in his drink and drug addiction recovery earlier this month.The TOWIE star, who has undergone quite the dramatic life change after having a gastric band surgery, unfortunately suffered a serious blip in his sober journey and ended up being visited by paramedics in an ambulance. Despite the difficulties he faces in a lifelong bid to leave behind alcohol and drugs forever, James, 34, is said to be "nearly back to his best" already.

James Argent has been pictured smiling alongside Love Island star Georgia Harrison, after he bravely opened up about experiencing a "bad relapse".The former TOWIE star, 34, looked in good spirits after he admitted his recent struggles in his ongoing recovery from addiction. Arg wore a white T-shirt under a denim jacket alongside some  stone-coloured trousers as he smiled after dropping 13 stone following a gastric sleeve surgery in 2021.The star posed next to Love Island star Georgia Harrison, 27, who wore a bold lime green dress and bright pink fluffy heels.

James Argent admits his huge crush on Anthea Turner during Tuesday's episode of The Real Dirty Dancing. In the second instalment of the new E4 series, James, 34, makes his feelings about "gorgeous" Anthea, 61, very clear to his fellow contestants.

James Haskell is clearly overjoyed to be becoming a dad for the first time with his wife Chloe Madeley, as he spoke about their exciting news at the live recording of his podcast, The Good, The Bad & The Rugby. After co-host Alex Payne congratulated James, 36, and Chloe, 34, on the news that they will be becoming parents in the coming months, James gushed over Chloe being pregnant.

Saffron Barker is currently starring on E4 series - the Real Dirty Dancing - where she is tasked with recreating some of the original movie's famous scenes. Amongst the other celebrity contestants are Lee Ryan and James Argent, who has gushed about dancing with Anthea Turner.The YouTube star, who has also been a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing and Celebrity Circle, has been enjoying watching herself on TV at her parents' house despite owning her own mansion, worth over £1 million.This is due to Saffron, 21, renovating her impressive abode located in her hometown of Brighton. While her home is a building site she's taken in solace at parents Wendy and Darren's home, where fellow YouTube star brother Jed also lives.

The Real Dirty Dancing host Keith Lemon admitted he ‘went and hid’ after becoming emotional at a routine from contestant James Argent, who’s been open about setbacks he’s faced in recent months. Co-hosted by Keith and Pussycat Doll, Ashley Roberts, the series follows 10 famous faces as they move into a stunning lakeside location reminiscent of the original Kellerman’s resort where their dance moves will be well and truly put to the test. Towie star Arg is one of the stars taking part as they’re propelled into the world of the classic 1987 rom-com.

James Argent couldn't resist gushing over "gorgeous" Anthea Turner on Monday's opening episode of The Real Dirty Dancing. During the first instalment of the new E4 series, James, 34, and Anthea, 61, were paired together for an audition in front of the other celebrities where they showed off their best moves.

James ‘Arg’ Argent has admitted that having “one more drink” could kill him after he recently suffered a “very bad relapse”.The former TOWIE star hit the headlines last week when it was revealed an ambulance had to be called to his home and he had been forced to return to rehab.The 34 year old headed to a daily rehabilitation unit after hitting a “blip” in his recovery when he indulged in his first alcoholic drink after being clean and sober for two years. “I can glamorise partying but in reality it’s never going to be fun for me as I’m an addict so it’ll never be just one or two drinks – that will lead me to hospital or death,” he told The Sun.

James 'Arg' Argent has been pictured making his way into a daily rehab unit after reportedly being visited by paramedics at his home. Last week, worried pals of the 34 year old reportedly called an ambulance to rush over to his Essex home after being unable to get ahold of him.The "blip" in his recovery following his drug addiction appears to have made him to decide to go to a rehab unit in Woodford, Essex, on Wednesday 16 February.

We’ll see some unlikely couples getting up close and personal as The Real Dirty Dancing hits our screens on E4. It’s been 35 years since Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey became movie legends thanks to their sizzling performance in hit flick Dirty Dancing. Now, 10 celebrities are set to have the time of their life recreating scenes from the iconic movie as they fight it out to be crowned the best Baby and Johnny.

There was a time when the last thing James Argent - known to all as 'Arg' - wanted to do was attempt a legendary dance routine on national television. But after losing a phenomenal 13 stone with a rigorous diet and exercise regime, the former TOWIE star was delighted to strut his stuff on The Real Dirty Dancing, which arrives on E4 later this month. And the much-loved celebrity, who has battled his demons in many forms since finding fame, admitted he even felt sexy as he took on the late Patrick Swayze’s iconic role, playing Johnny.

Dancing On Ice and the gruelling Celebrity SAS. Speaking about the secret to retaining her youth, she told the publication: 'I think the best way to stay young is to push yourself out of your comfort zone.