Elizabeth Hurley has sent Shane Warne's son Jackson an extremely touching message on Instagram following the cricket legend's State Memorial Service on Wednesday.MORE: Elizabeth Hurley reacts as Shane Warne’s ex-wife is comforted by children in new photoJackson, 22, delivered an emotional speech to thousands of cricket fans at the Melbourne Cricket Ground – something which he then shared on Instagram.WATCH: Shane Warne's son Jackson delivers an emotional speech at the State Memorial ServiceUpon seeing the footage, Elizabeth penned: "I love you Jackson. The Lion would be proud of you.
Kylie Minogue and Elton John lead stars at Shane Warne's state memorial attended by thousands
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Kylie Minogue has said Shane Warne’s “light will continue to burn forever” as she led celebrity tributes at the memorial of the Australian cricketer. Stars including Elton John, Robbie Williams and Ed Sheeran also gave tributes to the cricket legend, after he passed away of a heart attack in Thailand earlier this month, at the age of 52.The state funeral was watched by more than 50,000 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, where the cricketer was praised for being an “absolute rockstar” for the way he looked out for other people. Kylie said that Shane had that “star quality and charisma that the world go to know and love” and that it “was the same on the doorstep” as out on the cricket field.
Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter. Elton John said Warne was "probably one of the greatest sportsman ever" before he played his hit, Don't Let The Sun Go Down On Me, in his memory. In a recorded message, Ed Sheeran played Shane’s “favourite song” of his, Thinking Out Loud, saying: "Shane was an incredible human to me and every single person that he came across.
I've just got such wonderful stories of him. "People that he didn't even know have wonderful stories of him - he gave so much of his time and energy and love to. He was such a great bloke." Robbie Williams also shared his memories of Warne, before performing 'Angels'.
"Before you meet him you think he’s my mate," Williams said. "And then when you meet him you know he’s definitely your mate. He was kind, charismatic, funny, charming and a gentleman.
"I was looking forward to spending more time with him because you seldom come across that kind of energy with people. Easy company too. He was also a magician.”
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30.03.2022 / 15:19
Celebrities pay tribute to cricketer Shane Warne at service
CANBERRA, Australia -- An eclectic array of celebrities including singer Elton John, golfing legend Greg Norman and champion surfer Kelly Slater paid tribute on Wednesday to their friend, former Australian cricketer Shane Warne, at a star-studded state memorial service.More than 50,000 mourners chanted their hero’s nickname “Warnie” at the outset of the service at the Melbourne Cricket Ground as they used to do when he took to the pitch for a match.It was his hometown pitch where he cemented his sporting legend in 2006 by becoming the first bowler in the world to take 700 test wickets.Warne’s death at a Thai resort of a suspected heart attack on March 4 at the age of 52 made headlines around the world.The pain was felt far beyond the cricket world. Tributes came from the fields of music, acting, business, golf, politics, surfing, comedy, poker and others.Elton John dedicated a rendition of “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me” to Warne’s children — Brooke, Summer and Jackson — who were among the crowd that included Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison.John and fellow British musicians Ed Sheeran, Robbie Williams and Coldplay frontman Chris Martin appeared on a large screen via video.
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29.03.2022 / 19:45
Elton John adds more North American dates to his farewell
NEW YORK -- Elton John has added 11 new dates on the North American leg of his farewell tour, including concerts in New Jersey, Massachusetts, California, Arizona and Washington state.John begins his final run of dates in North America in Philadelphia on July 15, finishing with a three-night engagement at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Nov. 17, 19 and 20.The new dates include concerts on July 24 in East Rutherford, New Jersey; July 27 in Foxborough, Massachusetts; Sept. 8 in Toronto; Sept.
ok.co.uk
22.03.2022 / 03:09
Amanda Holden says she's 'so lucky' as she's 'BFFs' with Kylie Minogue
Amanda Holden has opened up on how "lucky" she feels to have such a close bond with Australian superstar singer Kylie Minogue. The Britain's Got Talent judge even went as far as to say she's "BFFs" with the pop princess. Amanda, 51, who has been working with her daughter Lexi on modelling deals, was first introduced to the former Neighbours star, who got her big break on the soap back in the 1980s, by celebrity makeup artist Christian Vermaak.
ok.co.uk
20.03.2022 / 11:53
Shane Warne's kids kiss his coffin as they bid emotional farewell at funeral
Shane Warne's children have given him an emotional goodbye as they were photographed kissing his coffin during his funeral on Sunday.The cricket legend was just 52 when he passed away earlier this month, following a suspected heart attack. Shane leaves behind his ex-wife Simone Callahan and their three children Brooke, 24, Jackson, 23, and Summer, 20.
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20.03.2022 / 01:59
Liz Hurley 'heartbroken' as she’s forced to miss ex Shane Warne’s funeral
Liz Hurley has shared her heartache after finding herself unable to attend the funeral of ex-husband Shane Warne.The cricket legend died earlier this month at the age of 52 from a suspected heart attack.Taking to Instagram, Liz - who was in a relationship with Shane between 2010 and 2013 - shared a photo from their engagement and wrote: “My heart aches that I can’t be in Australia tomorrow for Shane’s funeral. “I was filming last night and, with the time jump, physically can’t get there.These pictures were taken in Sri Lanka to celebrate our engagement- we had all our children with us and it was the happiest time.
hellomagazine.com
20.03.2022 / 00:39
Elizabeth Hurley left emotional after being forced to miss Shane Warne's funeral
Elizabeth Hurley has spoken of her heartbreak after the actress will be forced to miss the funeral of her ex-fiancé, Shane Warne.READ: Elizabeth Hurley reacts as Shane Warne’s ex-wife is comforted by children in new photoThe cricket legend passed away earlier this month from natural causes and Elizabeth previously paid tribute to her "lionheart". Taking to Instagram on Saturday, she shared several photos from their engagement and explained that was going to miss his funeral, which will be held on Sunday.