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Heavily pregnant actress and radio presenter Gemma Atkinson has been spotted walking to work in Manchester to host her usual slot on Hits Radio. It's the presenter's last week at work this week before she goes on maternity leave and welcomes her second child.The 38 year old announced that she was expecting again with her partner, Strictly Come Dancing professional Gorka Marquez in January. Posting a series of cute snaps to Instagram of her showing off her baby bump, the former Hollyoaks star wrote: "Impossible to hide my belly any longer.

Pregnant Alexandra Burke looked incredible on Wednesday as she posed for a mirror selfie during her trip to Dubai, showing off her blossoming baby bump.The chart-topping singer, 34, shared the happy news she is expecting her second baby earlier this month, just eight months after welcoming her first child with footballer partner Darren Randolph. Currently enjoying a holiday in Dubai, Alexandra has been sharing pictures and clips to give her 270k Instagram followers an insight to what she's up to. Wearing a black bikini with a green and white striped shirt as a coverup, she posed for a mirror selfie in a lift with a big smile on her face while holding an iced coffee in her other hand.

Strictly Come Dancing professional dancer Gorka Márquez is all-set to return to the ballroom, despite rumours he had decided to quit the beloved BBC show. Showrunners are facing challenge after challenge in the run-up to the next series of the dance competition, having reportedly just recently given head judge Shirley Ballas a "take-it-or-leave-it" deal after she threatened to leave the show.

READ MORE: Brooke Vincent has fans in stitches with her son's hilarious response to Easter bunny on sweet family outingModel Daisy Lowe was among the first to respond to the happy news, writing: "Ahhhh yay!!! So happy for you and your gorgeous growing family. " Former Geordie Shore star Vicky Pattison commented: "Omg! Congratulations babes. " Presenter AJ Odudu posted: "WOW!!!!" JLS star Oritise Williams, whose band came second to Alexandra on The X Factor, also shared: "Congrats Al.

X Factor winner Alexandra Burke has opened up about her struggles with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), revealing suffering her from the condition has often left her in "agony". Marking IBS Awareness Month – which is taking place this April – the soon-to-be mum-of-two has detailed the impact "severe cramping" and "bloating" has had on her life. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is something that affects between one and two in every 10 people in the UK and its symptoms can have a massive impact on the lives of those suffering from it, celebrity or not.

Fans have been left bowled over by Alison Hammond as she returned to This Morning. The presenter was back at the helm of the ITV daytime show on Wednesday (April 5) alongside co-host Dermot O'Leary as the programme's usual Friday hosts take over for a couple of weeks.

Nina Warhurst admits to being ashamed at work when on her periodHugh Jackman encourages suncream use after potential basal cell diagnosisKate Garraway accuses guest of comparing King Charles to StalinThe Voice: Judges struggle to make decisionBrian Cox Sarah Snook 'stupid' for not realising succession endingTed Lasso: Annette Badland says no season 4 - but hints at a movieAnnette Badland addresses EastEnders returnSamuel L Jackson surprises Scottish club-goers with appearanceFour in a Bed: Hosts go through their BnB scoresNicholas Braun 'cut off' during The Project interviewDenise Welch thinks stalker targeted her due to Covid viewsThe Power: Roxy Uses Her Powers To Defend Her MumRise and Fall Preview: Two new arrivals shake things upCarol Vorderman married first husband as mum suggested itFrank Skinner explains why he was insulted by Sophie WessexSteve Fletcher says 'that's incredible' as he looks at a matchstick model of Big BenAlexandra Burke, 34, and Darren Randolph, 35, welcomed their first child together in July last year, adorably referring to their tot only as "baby grape", to keep the gender and name private. Now, the former The X Factor winner and Irish footballer revealed they're "excited to do this all again", as they confirmed they are now expecting baby number two.

Alexandra Burke has shared her delight after revealing she is pregnant with her second child with boyfriend Darren Randolph. The 34-year-old former X Factor winner-turned-West End star took to Instagram on Tuesday to share the happy news with her fans. Uploading a series of pictures of her and AFC Bournemouth goal keeper Randolph, 34, posing in jeans with him cradling her bump, she captioned the post: “We are so excited to do this all again,” followed by a white heart emoji.

Alexandra Burke has shown off her blossoming baby bump in gorgeous new pictures, as she announced her second pregnancy. The X Factor singer revealed she is expecting her second child with her footballer boyfriend Darren Randolph. In the lovely pictures, Alexandra, 34, is seen cradling her growing bump, as she wears a white bra with loose denim jeans, which are unbuttoned.

Alexandra Burke has announced she's pregnant - eight months after welcoming her first child into the world. The singer took to Instagram on Tuesday (April 4) to share the wonderful news that she and her partner Darren Randolph are set to become parents again.

Alexandra Burke has announced she's expecting her second child with boyfriend Darren Randolph. The singer, 34, shared the happy news on Instagram on Tuesday with a sweet photograph of her showing off her blossoming baby bump alongside West Ham United ace Darren, 35. "We are so excited to do this all again," Alexandra penned alongside a white heart emoji.

Reality TV classic The X Factor ran for a staggering 15 series as devoted fans were glued to their screens every Saturday night to watch aspiring popstars sing their hearts out. It produced some massive superstars including Harry Styles, Leona Lewis and Alexandra Burke who all went on to launch successful careers in the public eye, and cemented Simon Cowell as one of the biggest names in the music industry.Thousands of wannabe singers would line up for their shot year after year, but some made more of an impression than others.

Former The X Factor star Diana Vickers has stunned fans online as she revealed her stunning transformation, 15 years after initially starring on the talent show. The 31 year old star was just 17 years old when she starred in the 2008 series of The X Factor and quickly gained the attention of then judges Louis Walsh and Cheryl.The talented singer was even described as a “little hippie” by Louis, and was well known for her quirky, even if understated sense of style.

The Prince and Princess of Wales, Prince William and Kate Middleton, led Royal arrivals as they attended the Commonwealth Day service at Westminster Abbey. The service is the first with King Charles as monarch, and it saw him deliver a message marking the occasion from the Great Pulpit in Westminster Abbey, where he will be officially crowned King in just two months' time.

The X Factor is set to return for a very special one-off in honour of Red Nose Day.

BBC icon Dawn French has undergone such a drastic image transformation, it's made fans 'spit their coffee out'. The 65-year old has become a National treasure over the years thanks to roles in shows such as The Vicar of Dibley, French and Saunders and the Harry Potter films.

Made in Chelsea star Ashley James and Celebrity Big Brother star Ashley James has welcomed her second child. The DJ, who starred in the fourth and fifth series of the E4 reality show and was a housemate in the 2018 series of CBB, says she's on "cloud nine" after giving birth to a baby girl.

Boyband JLS have announced they're coming back to the stage as they prepare for a huge comeback tour.The band, consisting of Aston Merrygold, Marvin Humes, JB Gill and Oritsé Williams, originally shot to fame when they finished second to Alexandra Burke on The X Factor in 2008.The band, whose hits include Beat Again, One Shot and Everybody In Love, later left their fans devastated when they announced they were going on a hiatus in 2013.They are now reuniting for a major arena tour which will see them perform some of their greatest hits but also a DJ battle between the band members. Sharing the news on Twitter, they wrote: “The suspense is over… We couldn’t be more excited to announce another UK and Ireland arena tour later this year.” The band continued: “[The] last time out was totally surreal and we’ve been eagerly awaiting the right time to do it all over again.

Cheryl has given her thoughts on a potential X Factor reboot and admits the show would need some serious changes to air today.

Popular show I Can See Your Voice is back for a brand new series and the first episode sees a Scots couple take on the challenge.

Ulrika Jonsson has blasted Alexandra Burke as "attention seeking" for not revealing the gender of her baby. Alexandra, 34, and her footballer fiance Darren Randolph, 35, welcomed their first child together in July but have not given any details of the tot as Alexandra says her family "did not ask for fame" but Ulrika doesn't agree. Writing in The Sun, Ulrika said: "The public clearly have an interest in her and her private life.

Ulrika Jonsson has commented on Alexandra Burke's decision to not reveal her baby's name and gender, saying it "attracts far more attention." Alexandra, 34, welcomed her first child in July with her footballer beau, Darren Randolph, 35.The X Factor singer recently appeared on Loose Women, where she got emotional as she revealed the reason she's decided to keep her baby's name and gender private. However, Ulrika, who starred with Alexandra on SAS: Who Dares Wins, has said she "can't wrap her head around" the star's decision.

Loose Women. The singer, 34, who welcomed her first child with her footballer fiancé Darren Randolph, 35, in July, reflected on her fame's 'impact' upon her family, and how it had been 'hard' for them. She told the panel: 'I come from X Factor which is public and gave me a platform.

Alexandra Burke broke down in tears on Loose Women as she opened up on the reason she hasn’t revealed her baby’s name and gender. The former X Factor star, who won the singing competition in 2008, gave birth to her first child in June with West Ham footballer Darren Randolph and she explained how her fame after winning the talent show influenced her decision since becoming a mother. Asked about her approach on Monday’s episode of the ITV daytime show, she composed herself and said: ‘I’ve never really spoken about this.

Cheryl Tweedy has shared her thoughts on an 'intensely emotional' night after the remaining members of Girls Aloud fulfilled Sarah Harding's dying wish. On Saturday night Cheryl, Nicola Roberts, Kimberley Walsh and Nadine Coyle hosted a fundraising gala for cancer research in memory of their late bandmate.

New mum Alexandra Burke looked incredible as she dazzled on the red carpet at the Pretty Red Dress world premiere in London on Sunday night. The X Factor star was simply stunning in the floor length dress that featured capped sleeves as she showed off a glamorous look with picture-perfect makeup and her hair in an up-do, showing off her chunky gold earrings. Musical drama Pretty Red Dress sees Alexandra make her big screen debut.

The X Factor star Alexandra Burke appeared on Loose Women today (October 10) in her first TV appearance since giving birth to her first child in July. Joining panellists Ruth Langsford, Katie Piper, Janet Street Porter and Jane Moore, the singer, 34, became emotional as she revealed the reason she's decided to keep her new baby's name and gender out of the news. Ruth, 62, said: "You've haven't revealed the name or the gender of the baby, tell people why?" Alexandra took a deep breath and said: "I've never really spoken about this but obviously I come from X Factor and that's a public show and I'm very grateful for the platform, it's made me who I am today." The star continued with her voice cracking: "I hate getting emotional talking about this but I asked for all this, my family never." She then had to take a pause as the Loose Women hosts hosts comforted her before continuing: "The impact on them is hard.

Alexandra Burke became emotional after she was asked why she hadn't shared her baby's gender and name. The former X Factor winner shared the joyous news she had become a mum in June back in July with an adorable photo on Instagram.

Leo Barraclough International Features Editor In contemporary British drama “Pretty Red Dress,” which has its world premiere on Oct. 9 at the BFI London Film Festival, Dionne Edwards delivers a portrait of London life that embraces both its “grit and glamour.” It was a look and feel that was inspired by “Saturday Night Fever,” says the writer-director. The film kicks off with Travis, a tough, black guy from South London with a gangland past, being released from prison, to be met by his partner Candice. We learn that their daughter, Kenisha, is in trouble at school for fighting, and that Candice, who works in a grocery store, has a thwarted ambition: she wants to be a professional singer. We discover too that both Travis and Kenisha have aspects of their personalities that they keep hidden.

Strictly Come Dancing is finally underway, with last night’s show unveiling who would be dancing with who - including the announcement of two same-sex couples in a show first. One said couple was TV star Helen Skelton, who has been partnered up with show favourite Gorka Marquez - a fast fan favourite duo.

Viewers of The Masked Dancer are convinced one of two X Factor stars is behind Scissors with some doing some very expert digging. The zany dancing competition was back on ITV on Saturday night as five of the elaborate characters took to the stage for more funky routines.

Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins is back with a lineup of 14 new celebrities taking on the gruelling challenges of the Channel 4 show. The celebrities will be put through their paces in the heat of the Jordanian desert and this year the biggest line-up of recruits yet includes Love Island winner Amber Gill, soap actress Maisie Smith and Ex on the Beach star Ashley Cain.The series is not only a test of physical strength but also mental too and during the series, there are many moments when the celebrity recruits are tested so far, it causes them to open up about aspects of their lives that they normally wouldn’t.

It is arguably the toughest show in telly and a fresh bunch of famous faces are set to take it on. Of course, we can only be talking about Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins which is making a much welcome return to Channel 4 on Sunday night (September 4).

It seems silly, foolish almost, to imagine a time when Little Mix's success wasn't guaranteed.

Kerry Katona took part in Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins in 2021 alongside Ulrika Jonsson and Alexandra Burke, and now that the celebrity line-up has been revealed, she is backing Ashley Cain to win the series. Atomic Kitten singer Kerry, 41, gave a good go at the challenge and has revealed it "isn't what you expect at all" after previously saying it was like "therapy" for her. And speaking about this year's line up which includes Love Island star Amber Gill, 25, and TOWIE's Ferne McCann, 32, and Pete Wicks, 33, Kerry tells OK! they will all do "great".