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Game of Thrones actor Darren Kent has died aged 36.

Denise Van Outen has confirmed her separation from boyfriend Jimmy Barba, 55, marking the end of their 18 month-long relationship. The television personality, 49, who publicly introduced her romance with the property developer last year, shared the news with The Sun, stating: "We have decided to part ways, but we remain great friends, and our families and children are still in touch." The couple, initially brought together by All Saints singer Shaznay Lewis, seemed inseparable during the initial stages of their relationship, attending red carpet events, enjoying holidays, and sharing glimpses of their life on social media.

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.

posted on Facebook. “His parents and best friend by his side. Our thoughts and love are with his family in this difficult time.“Darren was not only a talented actor, director and writer, he was truly one of the kindest people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting,” continued the post.

Actor Darren Kent has passed away at the age of 36. Darren, who appeared as Goatherd from Slavers Bay in the HBO hit series Game of Thrones, passed last week following a lengthy health battle. During his life, Darren battled and overcame osteoporosis, arthritis and an extremely rare skin disorder.

A Loose Women legend has reportedly signed up to be on the latest season of Strictly Come Dancing. English actress and television personality Brenda Edwards is said to be lined up to appear on the popular dance competition. Brenda, 54, is known for her love of performing and is currently starring in the We Will Rock You musical.

Denise Van Outen can’t wait to bring her Discolicious brunch party to Scotland for the first time and says it has special memories as she revealed it is the place she first found out she was pregnant.

Denise Van Outen has shared a rare glimpse inside her daughter's 13th birthday celebrations. The actress and Strictly star, 48, took to Instagram on Tuesday to share highlights from her daughter Betsy's 13th birthday, where they celebrated with close friends in Mersea, Essex.The 48 year old was previously married to actor Lee Mead from 2009 to 2013 who she shares her daughter Betsy with. Staying at Park Holidays UK, Denise shared a video reel of the birthday celebrations across the weekend and gushed about her daughter in a heartfelt Instagram post.

cancer. The 64-year-old comedian explained that he is trying to ‘smile through the absolute agony,’ after opening up about his partner’s ‘devastating’ diagnosis. The TV personality popped the question last December after 12 years together and Vicky said at the time: ‘I’m on cloud nine.

Denise Van Outen looked to be enjoying herself as she soaked up the sun on a beach in Marbella on Saturday. The TV star, 48, was seen receiving a massage while sitting on a sun lounger in Spain as she continues to enjoy a sun-soaked getaway with her daughter Betsy, 12. Denise, who shares Betsy with ex-husband Lee Mead, looked stylish in a blue and white floral swimsuit and white sun hat, with an oversized shirt draped across her legs.

Denise Van Outen looks stunning as she soaks up the sunshine during a romantic holiday in Marbella with boyfriend, Jimmy Barba. After keeping their relationship a secret for several months the broadcaster, 48, and property developer, 55 finally went public with their relationship in June last year during the 12th annual Grand Prix Ball in London.

Ed Balls had come in for criticism from Good Morning Britain viewers as he fronted the show again on Tuesday (February 28). The former Labour MP-turned-presenter was back at the helm of the ITV news programme alongside Susanna Reid when they were joined in the studio by actor Lee Mead.

Following the announcement that he will be starring as Khashoggi in the musical We Will Rock You, actor Lee Mead appeared on Good Morning Britain, where he revealed the results of his recent hair transplant. The actor, 41, left fans shocked recently when he appeared on This Morning earlier this month, having shaved off his famous curly locks prior to undergoing the transplant. Appearing on today's GMB (February 28) Lee opened up about his transplant to hosts Susanna Reid and Ed Balls.

Over the weekend, Lydia Bright threw a lavish bash to mark her daughter Loretta's third birthday. Former The Only Way Is Essex star Lydia, 32, was joined by her family, including her sisters Romana and Georgia, and a string of close pals on Sunday to celebrate Loretta's big day. Lydia - who shares Loretta with ex Lee Cronin - took to Instagram to document the party, which was held within a home.

Denise van Outen is relishing every moment with her beau Jimmy Barba, whom she credits for putting a "smile back on her face".Appearing alongside her boyfriend on a Valentine's Day special of Steph's Packed Lunch, the presenter gushed: "He's put a smile back on my face," to which Jimmy replied: "She's done the same for me as well."WATCH: Denise van Outen discussed her revenge porn ordeal on LorraineThis is Denise's first known romance since her split from Eddie Boxshall last year. The former couple were together for seven years prior to their separation in January 2022.

Denise Van Outen admits she 'wouldn't change' her ex Eddie Boxshall cheating on her as it lead her to new romance.

Denise Van Outen recently enjoyed a cosy film night with her daughter Betsy and new beau Jimmy Barba. The TV favourite, 48, shared a collection of photos from the fun night, which she hosted in her garden having hired a pop-up inflatable 'igloo'. In one photo, Denise posed alongside Betsy, 12, who she shares with ex-husband Lee Mead, and Jimmy, who she started dating earlier this year following her split from fiancé Eddie Boxshall.

ITV has revealed its plans to reboot the popular talent show set on finding new talent for West End shows. Any Dream Will Do was aimed at finding a new leading man to play Joseph in Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's latest production.

Denise Van Outen was seen striking a pose on the beach as her daughter took a photo during a trip to Marbella on Thursday.The singer and TV star, 48, has been enjoying a sunny holiday in Spain where she’s been spending time with friends and her 12 year old daughter Betsy, who she shares with her ex-husband Lee Mead. Denise was pictured on the beach in a floral bikini, straw hat and pair of sunglasses, as she posed with one hand on her hip, while her daughter captured the moment on her phone.

Loose Women star Brenda Edwards has revealed she was rushed to hospital after slipping over on a wet pavement, fracturing her leg in the process.The TV personality, 53, shared the unfortunate news on her Twitter page, as she was forced to pull out of her role in the Chicago musical for two shows. Brenda told her followers she'd suffered the fall while walking in Blackpool, in a frustrating accident that left her unable to perform. Along with a photo of her injured calf and foot, which the presenter had bandaged up in a white cast, Brenda said she was "gutted".

Denise Van Outen has stepped out with a man who appears to be her new boyfriend, months after calling on time on her relationship with Eddie Boxshall. The 48 year old TV presenter, who recently revealed that she’d been trying out dating apps, attended the 12th annual Grand Prix Ball alongside Jimmy Barba. Following their public appearance together, Denise posted a series of snaps from the event, some of which included Jimmy with celeb pals including Kimberly Wyatt.

Denise Van Outen opened up on her fears for her daughter Betsy last week as she admitted she’s turned to therapy to cope with her split from Eddie Boxshall. And a parenting expert has told OK! that while Denise is clearly hurting, she is right to be worried about her daughter as the impact of the break-up on her “shouldn’t be underestimated”.

Denise van Outen has told that the heartbreak following her split with former boyfriend Eddie Boxshall, who admitted to cheating, was so agonising that she attended therapy for the first time in her life.

Denise Van Outen has revealed she has now turned to therapy in order to cope with her heartbreak following her break-up with ex-partner Eddie Boxshall. Speaking as a guest on an episode of Fearne Cotton's Happy Place podcast, the 47 year old former EastEnders star told listeners that she also fears the split from Gogglebox co-star Eddie, 46, may impact the way her daughter Betsy - whom she shares with ex-husband Lee Mead - views relationships.

Loose Women panellist Brenda Edwards has been officially announced as the replacement for Gemma Collins in the musical Chicago. Edwards will be playing prison guard Mama Morton, the same character she played in her West End debut back in 2007.

Loose Women star Brenda Edwards will join the cast of Chicago which start their UK and Ireland tour next week.MORE: Brenda Edwards' fans praise star's 'strength' after inspirational Loose Women videoBrenda, who previously made her West End debut in the show as Mamma Morton, will reprise the role for the upcoming performances which start in Sunderland on Wednesday.WATCH: Brenda Edwards shares amazing vocals after brave return to Loose WomenThe ITV star will join Lee Mead, who recently announced he will be playing Billy Flynn in the show.READ: Brenda Edwards opens up about the tragic death of son JamalSEE: Brenda Edwards breaks silence to share beautiful photo with son Jamal EdwardsThe news comes just days after it was revealed that Gemma Collins, who was due to be playing the role from Sunday, had to step down after sustaining a knee injury. Brenda first played Mamma Morton in 2007According to The Independent that the producers of the tour issued a statement.

Actress Denise Van Outen has endured her fair share of heartache in recent months following her turbulent split from ex-fiance Eddie Boxshall.The Only Way Is Essex voiceover star, 47, confirmed that she and Eddie, 46, had parted ways in January after rumours that Eddie had been unfaithful. And last week, Denise's former flame and commodities trader Eddie - whom she regularly appeared alongside on Channel 4's Celebrity Gogglebox - issued a public apology to her after news emerged that he had frequently messaged other women during their relationship.

Denise Van Outen was spotted with her daughter, Betsy, at The Savoy Theatre in London on Sunday as they celebrated the youngster's 12th birthday.The mother-daughter duo marked the occasion in style as they went to see Pretty Woman the Musical. Betsy was spotted planting a sweet kiss on her mother's shoulder during the outing.

Denise Van Outen’s daughter Betsy turned 12 in style as the proud mum shared snaps of the celebrations. Denise, 47, shared updates with her 658,000 followers as she and Betsy were joined by Lydia Bright and family by the sea at Mersea Island.The presenter dressed in a black Dior t-shirt and white printed skirt also by Dior. She left her blonde locks loose and donned sunglasses for the outing.

Denise Van Outen has shared a rare snap of her daughter Betsy as the pair celebrated the youngster’s 12th birthday, alongside former TOWIE star Lydia Bright and other pals. Denise, 47, and the group celebrated Betsy’s birthday with a trip to Mersea Island, where they stayed in park lodges and enjoyed a party in one of the colourful huts on the beach.The actress and presenter posted sweet snaps to her Instagram page, including one of her daughter, who she shares with ex-husband Lee Mead, smiling into the camera as she wore a bejewelled hat with the letter ‘B’ for Betsy on it.The group got lucky with the sunshine, as Denise posted other heartwarming images of herself laughing with Betsy and posing on the beach with family and friends, including Lydia, her mother Debbie and her two year old daughter, Loretta.

Denise Van Outen has revealed she held her 11 year old daughter Betsy back a year in school so she could catch up after lockdown affected her learning. Betsy, who has dyslexia and dyspraxia, is due to start secondary school in September. Former Celebrity Gogglebox star Denise exclusively told OK! about the decision after Betsy, who she shares with ex-husband and actor Lee Mead, struggled with homeschooling during the pandemic.

Denise Van Outen has confessed how the “worst part” of her split from her fiancé Eddie Boxshall was telling her daughter Betsy, 11. Revealing how Betsy cried when she told her the news of their break-up, Denise says it “tore her apart”. She writes in her new autobiography A Bit Of Me: From Basildon To Broadway And Back: “It tore me apart watching her cry while I tried to make her understand.” The 47 year old shares Betsy with former husband, Casualty actor Lee Mead, 40.TOWIE narrator Denise confirmed her split from commodities trader Eddie in January.

The X Factor star Rhydian Roberts, 39, and his signature peroxide blonde hair first blasted onto our screens back in 2007, when he auditioned for the ITV show in his final year of university. After winning over the nation with his flamboyant style and classical tones he went on to make the final of the cult talent show, but where is he now? Well, after enjoying success with his classical crossover albums, Rhydian released a new album ‘Waves’ in 2011 which took on a new pop sound.

Denise van Outen has given a peek inside her sun-soaked beach getaway to Mersea Island with her 11 year old daughter Besty Mead. The 47 year old, who is reportedly back in touch with her ex Jay Kay following her split from Eddie Boxshall, shared a glimpse of her idyllic day trip to the beach with her sweet daughter Betsy and family for Mother's Day.

Denise Van Outen enjoyed a luxurious dinner party with her friends and even enlisted the help of a celebrity favourite private chef. The 47 year old, whose ex Eddie Boxshall has vowed to move on in an expletive-laden post, enjoyed an 'intimate bespoke meal' with friends at her home in Essex with her nearest and dearest.

Denise Van Outen has bravely shared her story of becoming the victim of revenge porn when she was just 15 years old.The 47 year old presenter, who recently opened up on her painful break-up from ex-boyfriend Eddie Boxshall, also 47, said another ex secretly filmed her during sex when they were teenagers.The Gogglebox star, who is mum to daughter Betsy, 11, with her ex-husband Lee Mead, opened up on the horror she experienced after the older man sought revenge on her in her new book.TV personality Denise said she realised it's "more common than ever" but feels strongly that the cruel act needs to "change". Speaking to The Sun, she went on: “I’m a mum to a 12-year-old girl and I hope talking about my own experiences, good and bad, will both highlight the problems and set a good example to her.” Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter .