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Monday night's Big Brother was as dramatic as ever as the week's shopping task got underway, with the housemates separating into two ant colonies. Partway through the task Paul became embroiled in a row with Olivia and Noky, during which he accused them of being "d***heads" for taking the competition too seriously.

A Big Brother contestant revealed she felt “a bit rubbish” after hearing live crowds chanting her name outside the reality show’s location.

Married At First Sight UK star Luke Worley has broken his silence following the news he has reportedly been removed from the reality show by Channel 4 bosses following a physical altercation with co-star Jordan Gayle.

Armed cops raced to the runway of Stanstead Airport after a flight from Kenya was "escorted" by RAF jets and diverted to the airport following reports of a security threat onboard.

Big Brother viewers were left fuming after Olivia Young's comments about her fellow housemate.

Britain's Got Talent magician and veteran Lance Corporal Richard Jones has revealed what the judges are really like backstage. Richard, 33, from Essex, got into magic while he was posted overseas, as it was a good way to help him stay focused while he was away from home and he was able to entertain his comrades.

This Morning host Holly Willoughby is reportedly now on “indefinite leave” from her presenting role following the arrest of a man who allegedly planned to kidnap her.On Friday (October 6), Gavin Plumb, 36, from Essex, appeared in court charged over an alleged plot to kidnap and murder Willoughby.Plumb, 36, was charged with soliciting to commit murder and incitement to commit kidnap. The charges state the defendant is accused of planning to assemble a “kidnap and restraint kit” and encouraging a third party to travel to the UK to carry out the alleged offences.The court heard that Plumb is alleged to have conspired online with another man and created a “detailed plan” to carry out the alleged offences.

This Morning presenter.Plumb, 36, was charged with soliciting to commit murder and incitement to commit kidnap. The charges state the defendant is accused of planning to assemble a “kidnap and restraint kit” and encouraging a third party to travel to the UK to carry out the alleged offences.The court heard that Plumb is alleged to have conspired online with another man and created a “detailed plan” to carry out the alleged offences.

JJ Slater made his Married At First Sight UK debut in Thursday's episode, where he opened up about his past relationships and his wild life out in Los Angeles. The brand owner, 30, is one of the latecomers on the new series. He was matched with hair extension specialist Bianca, 29, with the pair's wedding airing on Thursday along with fellow intruder couple Jordan and Erica's nuptials.

EXCLUSIVE: Following the TIFF world premiere of Unicorns, the buzzy cross-cultural romance marking his feature acting debut, British actor and singer Jason Patel has taken on new reps at Gersh and Untitled Entertainment.

Former The Only Way Is Essex star Georgia Kousoulou has announced her star-studded bridesmaid list as she prepares to marry her fiancé Tommy Mallet. Earlier this year the couple put their wedding on hold after they suffered a heartbreaking miscarriage when Georgia was 12 weeks pregnant. But now the plans are back in full swing as the TV personality asked a host of her glamorous girlfriends for dinner and drinks at the swanky Sheesh restaurant in Essex this week.TOWIE pals Chloe Lewis, Lydia Bright, Chloe Ross and Amber Dowding attended the special bridesmaid proposal event as Georgia asked them to be by her side on her big day.

JFC. Ten years before being accused of sexual assault, Russell Brand openly joked about raping and killing a woman. WHAT?! In a resurfaced 2013 interview with Ric

Ryan Thomas appeared emotional as he enjoyed a quiet moment to himself as he started a 'new chapter'. The former Coronation Street actor was hard at work over the weekend as he was seen drowning in flat-pack furniture as he moved from Essex back to Manchester.

Stacey Solomon's hit TV show Sort Your Life Out sees the mum-of-five help transform the lives of many families and give a budget-friendly makeover. Now, the 33-year-old is inviting her long-time friend Mrs Hinch, otherwise known as Sophie Hinchliffe, to take part and fans could be in for a treat to see the duo on-screen together.

A superfit dad, whose family were told to say their final goodbyes when he nearly died from sepsis, has warned that anyone can be affected by the often silent killer.

Denise Van Outen ex Eddie Boxshall has taken a swipe at the TV star, as he went public with his new girlfriend.The couple announced that they had split after seven years after Eddie sent texts of a sexual nature behind Denise's back, which ultimately ended their relationship. Eddie did say that he was "deeply sorry" and "ashamed" about the messages.

Denise van Outen’s ex Eddie Boxshall has revealed he’s loved up again with someone who has a striking resemblance to his former fiancee.

Gavin & Stacey star Alison Steadman has revealed that she almost quit television after being "bullied horribly" by a director early in her career. The 76-year-old, who is reuniting with her Gavin & Stacey co-star Larry Lamb for a new travel show, opened up about the horrific experience, which happened as she started out in acting on the BBC drama Z-Cars. "There was a time very early on when I was doing an episode of Z Cars which I was probably totally miscast in the role looking back," she told OK! in an exclusive interview.

When Gavin and Stacey icons Alison Steadman and Larry Lamb reunited to film a road trip along the sitcom’s famous route from Essex to Wales - fans were quick to assume their much-loved sitcom was returning. The national treasures are taking a B road bimble from Billericay to Barry for UKTV with plenty of stops along the way and guest appearances from co-stars including Russell Tovey, who played Budgie, Melanie Walters, who plays Gwen and Robert Wilfort, who plays Jason.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Carol Wright has ditched the grey UK skies for a slice of summer somewhere hot, and has taken to the gram to share a few snaps with her 208K followers.The 63 year old, who is the mother to The Only Way is Essex stars Mark and Jessica Wright looks to truly be living her best life while soaking up the sun, and we are absolutely here for it. Alongside the couple of snaps she posted - one with a cocktail in hand by the pool and another lounging in a white bikini poolside - Carol captioned the carousel: "Dreaming I am in my 30s at the white pool party [laughing face emojis] then I woke up [crying face emojis]." After dropping the caption, a flurry of fans headed to the comments section to gush over the TV personality, with many of them complimenting her on her figure and how good she looks for her age.

The Only Way is Essex star Georgia Kousoulou hates the notion of her son Brody not being by her side 24/7 when he starts nursery in September. Posting an upset selfie onto Instagram on Monday evening, the 32 year old wrote to her 1.5 million followers: "Mixed emotions. Lately I have been so teary the thought of brody starting nursary in September makes me cry.

Follow OK! on Threads here: https://www.threads.net/@ok_mag Hollyoaks star Gary Lucy has shared the sad news that his beloved grandmother has passed away ahead of the birth of his fifth child.The actor, 41, is expecting a baby with his ex Laura Anderson, with the couple’s new arrival expected any day now. Gary took to Instagram to share the sad news with a montage of images from his Grandma’s life.

Jordan Brook best known for being on the cast of TOWIE, has taken to Instagram to share his incredible fitness transformation.The TV star, 25, shared that he’s been training for a while now, and also encouraged fans who were on a similar journey. In his post, he said: “Monday motivation for whoever needs it. Swipe for a shock.” The first pic shows Jordan as he is now, with a muscly physique, and the following slides show him when he was heavier and more out of shape.

Stacey Solomon was left laughing to her fans as she shared how she was embracing her 'bulge' following a trip to the gym. The Loose Women star recently said she was 'addicted' to working out after making a vow to make the most of her home gym.

Love Island runners-up Ron Hall and Lana Jenkins have sadly decided to call it quits and break up, according to reports.The duo had a rocky journey on the winter edition of the ITV2 show earlier this year, with Ron, 25, repeatedly saying he needed to be "tested" and explore his options with the new bombshells in the villa. But despite that, the pair grew closer and closer and eventually went on to become one of the show's fan-favourite couples.

Shortly after the latest Love Island series kicked off, it was revealed that Islanders Ella Thomas and Tyrique Hyde already knew each other from outside the villa. However, in an awkward turn of events, the encounter clearly wasn’t a memorable one for Tyrique as he claimed he couldn’t remember it. Tyrique, 24, is a semi-professional footballer who originally hails from Essex and currently plays as a midfielder for East Sussex club Lewes FC.

Love Island finalist Ron Hall has become a celebrity ambassador for the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB). The 25-year-old financial adviser, from Essex, was the first partially sighted contestant to appear on the ITV2 reality dating show. He came second alongside Lana Jenkins to winning couple Sanam Harrinanan and Kai Fagan in the South African version of the series in March.

TV viewers may be more familiar with her younger sister Stacey, but Jemma Solomon is also a star in her own right. With hundreds of thousands of followers on Instagram, the 35 year old from Essex is not only a social media sensation, but a self-taught success in the business world, known for her bespoke label company, The Label Lady. With her debut book about to hit the shelves, she can now add author to her list of achievements, too.

An airline is on the hunt for anyone with a Scottish accent to feature in a new advert - and nab free plane tickets in the process.

Shortly after series 10 of Love Island kicked off it was revealed that Islanders Ella Thomas, 23, and Tyrique Hyde, 24, already know each other, although the encounter wasn’t a memorable one for Tyrique as he claimed he couldn’t remember. Tyrique is a semi-professional footballer who originally hails from Essex and currently plays as a midfielder for East Sussex club Lewes FC.

A woman said she is lucky to be alive after being bitten by Britain's only venomous snake, leaving her hospitalised.

Love Island's Tyrique Hyde has joined the hit ITV2 villa and has already found himself in a love triangle with Jess Harding and Ella Thomas.The semi-professional footballer, 24, from Essex also appeared to share a link with Molly Marsh, 21, from Doncaster as they both had the exact same tattoo on their left ear - a lighting bolt. And while Molly joked that the meaning behind hers was a "Pinterest quote", Tyrique has a special reason behind his lightening bolt.Tyrique is deaf in his right ear so he got the tattoo next to his left ear to symbolise "strength and power".

Things are set to heat up for Love Island star Tyrique Hyde, as he is drawn to another of his "sexy" co-stars despite being coupled up with Ella Thomas. The new summer series of ITV's juggernaut dating show is already proving popular, with plenty of twists after just three days at the sprawling Spanish villa.

Love Island is back for another summer of romance, drama and recoupling.

The hotly-anticipated tenth series of ITV's Love Island kicks off tonight with a huge new twist as, for the first time ever, both boys and girls will enter the Villa. Upping the ante further, it's later revealed Islanders Ella Thomas, 23, and Tyrique Hyde, 24, already know each other. Ruchee Gurung, 24, and Jess Harding, 22, are the first Islanders to arrive in style at the sprawling Spanish villa.

Love Island star Tyrique Hyde leaves his co-stars stunned in tonight's show after revealing he's had sex with more than 100 women. The smash-hit reality dating series made its hotly anticipated return on 5 June, with a new cast of singletons making their way to Mallorca to soak up the sun and hopefully find love.