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TOWIE's Amber Turner raced back from Bali to the UK to care for a sick family member. The reality TV star, 30, had been filming scenes for the show abroad but returned home after her family dog became unwell. Uploading a video with the pooch to Instagram, the concerned star penned: “Back with my old boy.

Lauren Goodger has officially confirmed her return to The Only Way Is Essex, as she shared some cosy snaps with show stars Amy Childs and Junaid Ahmed. In the photos shared to 37-year-old Lauren's Instagram page, the friends were seen smiling as they enjoyed dinner together.The stylish trio all appeared to have coordinated their outfits, with them all dressed in black. Lauren, who is mum to three year old daughter, Larose, captioned the post: The rumours are true! LG is back baby @towie," as she added a video camera emoji and "#towie #filming #essex #weback".

Reality star Georgia Kousoulou has come a long way since making her debut on The Only Way Is Essex 10 years ago.The 32-year-old is now a mum to two-year-old Brody, married to her former castmate Tommy Mallet, 31, and has just published her first book – I Wish I Knew. It’s part autobiography, part self-help guide, and Georgia talks about everything from coping with her parents’ divorce and surgery, to ending toxic friendships and the difficult newborn baby days. She also opens up about her devastating baby loss last year, when she was forced to end a much-wanted pregnancy due to life-threatening complications.

The sun-soaked shores of Bali have become the latest backdrop for reality TV sensations Amber Turner and Chloe Meadows during the TOWIE cast trip, as they set Instagram ablaze with envy-inducing bikini snaps. The duo, known for their glamorous escapades on and off-screen, stunned as they showcased their sun-kissed figures against the breathtaking Balinese landscape. In a series of social media posts, Amber and Chloe treated their combined millions of followers to glimpses of their exotic getaway, highlighting pristine beaches, lush palm trees, and crystal-clear waters.

TOWIE star Chloe Brockett has announced she’s quit the reality show after five years. The star, 23, revealed the shocking news to her devastated fans via her Instagram stories on Monday 26 February. Chloe took to social media to share her news, where she wrote: "I have made the decision to take a step back from towie, it's been in my life since I was 18 and I feel like it's best for me at this point in my life to step away.

Lucy Mecklenburgh has given fans a glimpse inside her stunning kitchen transformation at the home she shares with fiancé Ryan Thomas. Former The Only Way Is Essex star Lucy and ex-Coronation Street actor Ryan purchased their sprawling Cheshire home back in 2021 and have been busy transforming the property ever since, with Lucy documenting the process on her dedicated interiors Instagram account, @lucymeckinteriors.

Sam Faiers refuses to be influenced by other people's opinions when it comes to her parenting choices, and has hit back after being mum shamed. In a heartfelt post to her Instagram page, the former The Only Way is Essex star opened up about her decision to co-sleep with the hchildren she shares with her partner Paul Knightly. The 33 year old is mum to Paul, eight, Rosie, five, and Edward, one, and has been very open about her journey since becoming a mum.

Lydia Bright raced her four year old daughter Loretta to hospital yesterday, 22 February, after she suffered a "harrowing" accident. The 33 year old TOWIE star, who was only sunning herself Down Under in Australia last month, had been running her little girl's birthday party complete with a massive trampoline and lots of guests at the local soft play centre. Unfortunately, Loretta suffered a nasty fall while she was bouncing and immediately started screaming as the pain in her leg was excruciating.

It might appear like an unlikely pairing, but Lionel Richie's son Miles has reportedly set his sights on former The Only Way Is Essex Chloe Sims. Chloe, 42, first appeared on the British reality show back in 2011 but decided to permanently move to Los Angeles last year after filming her new reality show with her siblings, House of Sims.

Dan Edgar has revealed his new romance with Ella Rae Wise, after splitting from Amber Turner last year. Dan, 33, and Ella, 23, had reportedly grown close during a TOWIE cast trip to Bali. It comes just a couple of years after the new couple had made headlines after Ella accused her now-boyfriend of acting 'inappropriately' during a night out.

Katie McGlynn has shared a sweet photo as she enjoyed a romantic date night with her boyfriend Ricky Rayment.The former Coronation Street actress took to Instagram to share a photo of the pair looking cosy outside of the Pircio Restaurant. Posing for a photo, former TOWIE star Ricky wrapped an arm around Katie as she held a red rose.

It’s definitely a case of third time lucky for newly-engaged Gemma Collins, as she plans to finally walk down the aisle with her “soulmate” fiancé, Rami Hawash.The businessman proposed to the reality TV star, 43, for the third time during their romantic break to the Maldives – and she said yes (again)! With the ring – which the bride-to-be said was “huge” – firmly back on her finger and Gemma telling fans to “get ya hats ready”, a source told OK! that it’s full steam ahead with planning for the big day. “Gemma has always been in love with being in love and getting married is all she’s ever dreamed of and wanted,” they said.

Lauren Goodger, the former star of The Only Way Is Essex, has shared some old photos of her sister Nicola to celebrate her 40th birthday. Both sisters were on the ITVBe reality show - Lauren from 2010 to 2012 and Nicola from 2011 to 2012, appearing in seasons two, three and four. This week, Nicola turned 40 and Lauren posted on social media to mark the milestone birthday.

TOWIE's Georgia Kousoulou has bravely opened up about the '12 weeks of hell' she endured before tragically losing her baby. "When you lose a baby, it's so lonely," the reality TV star shared. "I think my body has gone into defence mechanism to protect me." Georgia sadly lost her second child 12 weeks into her pregnancy last April after discovering the baby had triploidy, a rare condition where a baby's cells have 69 chromosomes instead of the usual 46.This can occur when two sperm fertilise one egg and can result in severe health problems for the baby.

Billie Shepherd and Sam Faiers looked incredible as they channelled their inner cowgirls to celebrate Billie's husband Greg's 39th birthday.The former TOWIE stars took to Instagram as the celebrations got underway, with Billie showing off her glam look, which included a ginger wig and cowboy hat. Captioning the clip, Billie, 34, wrote: "Howdy [cowboy emoji]" and fans were quick to compliment the TV star.

Gemma Collins, a former regular on The Only Way is Essex, has had quite the journey in her search for love. She's faced cheaters, body-shamers, and even criminals in her dramatic dating history. Now 43, the reality TV star is engaged to businessman Rami Hawash for the third time, who proposed in a super romantic way in the Maldives.

The Only Way Is Essex star Chloe Brockett took to social media to share new loved-up snaps with her beau Jack Fincham after confirming their romance last week. Jack, 31, and Chloe, 23, were first linked in 2021, and are believed to have had an on-off relationship in recent years. Chloe was grinning from ear to ear in the sweet snaps, where she was seen cuddling up to Jack at the pub.

TOWIE's Amber Turner is making a comeback to the ITV show after a fiery row with her ex.The 30 year old confirmed her return in the early hours of Friday morning by sharing a photo of herself on a plane, heading off to Bali to film for the series. Despite the long flight, Amber looked glamorous wearing Chanel earrings and a matching necklace.

Former Coronation Street star Katie McGlynn and The Only Way is Essex alum Ricky Rayment have confirmed their relationship.The 30-year-old actress shared a series of romantic photos with Ricky, 33, marking Valentine's Day with a heartfelt caption that read: "Everyday is like Valentine's Day with you." The post comes after they were spotted sharing a kiss during a shopping trip in Essex over the weekend, sparking speculation about their relationship status.The couple reportedly met in early October and have since grown closer, with a source telling the publication: "Katie and Ricky are really loved up.They've been careful to keep things low key while they got to know each other. But they've got to the point where they don't care who sees them anymore." As Ricky embarks on a new relationship with actress Katie, let's take a look inside his dating history...

Former Coronation Street star Katie McGlynn has taken to Instagram to confirm her relationship with The Only Way is Essex alum Ricky Rayment.The 30-year-old actress shared a series of romantic photos with Ricky, 33, marking Valentine's Day with a heartfelt caption that read: "Everyday is like Valentine's Day with you." The joint post, also shared on Ricky's account, showcased the couple sharing affectionate moments, including a sweet kiss and cosy poses in a swimming pool.Their public display of affection comes after they were spotted sharing a kiss during a shopping trip in Essex over the weekend, sparking speculation about their relationship status. According to a source who spoke to The Sun, Katie and Ricky looked every bit like a couple during their outing, holding hands, laughing, and sharing a kiss while mingling with other shoppers.

Jess Wright has revealed that she and husband William Lee-Kemp can sometimes be "at each other's throats" when parenting their almost two year old son, Presley. Former TOWIE star Jess, 38, shared the insight into her life at home exclusively with OK!, as she walked the red carpet at the TV Choice Awards on Monday, 12 February.

When Gemma Collins first jetted off to the Maldives earlier this month, the reality TV legend was simply expecting a romantic getaway with her boyfriend Rami Hawash, but little did she know that a very romantic twist was just around the corner. The 43 year old star, who first shot to fame on The Only Way Is Essex before becoming a TV icon in her own right, was left utterly speechless during the break when Rami got down on one knee to ask her the all important question: “Will You Marry Me?” In floods of tears and clearly shocked by the sudden proposal, Gemma delightedly said “yes” as she and Rami look towards their future together.

Coronation Street actress Katie McGlynn and TOWIE star Ricky Rayment shared a passionate kiss in the street as their secret romance has been revealed.The couple looked loved-up as they were spotted on a shopping date in Essex where they held hands and shared a sweet kiss, in pictures obtained by The Sun.The publication also reported that the pair have been together for four months, with an onlooker claiming: “They very much looked like girlfriend and boyfriend.They were holding hands, having a laugh and even had a little kiss as they walked amongst other Saturday afternoon shoppers.” They added: “We noticed them as they were walking out of Hotel Chocolat. Ricky must’ve bought Katie an early Valentine’s Day gift as he was carrying a bag from there.They looked really happy together.” The duo wore matching black caps and Ricky was seen holding a shopping bag.The Sun reported that the couple first met at the start of October and have been inseparable ever since.

Amber Dowding sparked concern among her fans after sharing a snap of her swollen eye, revealing that she was recently rushed into hospital over this.The former TOWIE star, 30, was referred to the hospital and her left eye became swollen, leaving her with blurry vision. She then revealed that she had been diagnosed with periorbital cellulitis, which is an infection of the eyelid or skin around the eye.

Former TOWIE star Jess Wright has shared a touching video of her nephew Dustin in an incubator, marking his first birthday. Dustin, the son of Jess's brother Josh Wright and his wife Hollie Kane, was born prematurely in 2023, weighing just 2.4lbs. Jess revealed that brave Dustin "fought against all odds" and has grown into "the happiest little soul".The proud auntie posted a series of heartwarming videos on her social media, showing Dustin's journey over the past year, reports Mirror Online.

Ever since James Argent embarked on a life changing fitness transformation three years ago, the popular reality star has been delighting audiences with his new found love of exercise and healthy living. The 36 year old TOWIE star shed a whopping 13 stone after realising just how damaging his former weight had on his health, and although the star underwent a gastric sleeve procedure to help slim down - since then he has become a huge fan of exercise.

Gemma Collins flaunted her figure as she stripped off to a blue swimsuit and confidently strutted her stuff on her Maldives birthday trip, while sharing an empowering quote with her fans. The reality TV icon, 43, appeared to put her recent weight loss struggles behind her after opening up about her disappointment, as she happily soaked up the sun in a plunging blue swimsuit.The former TOWIE star has been enjoying a swanky Maldives getaway so she took the opportunity to film a sassy video of herself strutting barefoot down an idyllic wooden pier surrounded by crystal blue sea. She playfully danced for the camera and confidently posed while Britney Spears' song 'Work B*tch' played in the background.

Gemma Collins famously told her ex-boyfriend James Argent, “Take a good look at this, you ain’t ever gonna get this candy,” as her sarong fell to the floor. Ever since that iconic episode of TOWIE, the reality TV star hasn’t held back when it comes to flaunting her curvaceous body.

Former The Only Way is Essex star Chloe Ross is officially a mum! The 30 year old announced the arrival of her little girl on Instagram earlier today, which revealed that she had actually given birth a week ago. "Welcome to the world our perfect little Penelope," she said sharing the adorable name of her newborn, alongside a string of photos and videos from the birth and the past week. "A week of loving you, born Sunday the 21st of January.Thankyou to everyone for all the loving messages & kind words, after a long week for our little family we are finally home enjoying our beautiful bundle of 7lbs 2oz of joy." Chloe has welcomed her first child with her boyfriend of four years Ben Scanes.

It was time for some rest and relaxation for TOWIE star Chloe Brockett, 23, after she enjoyed a luxurious £200 a night spa getaway.The stunning brunette shared a sneaky selection of snaps on her social media with her 413,000 followers while staying at The Cave Hotel in Canterbury. Wearing a cosy black roll top jumper, Chloe wore her hair loose and later wrapped herself in a blanket, while showing fans the stunning hotel lounge area complete with open fire pit, luxurious marbled table and zen-inspired wooden and leather decor.

Amy Childs has shared an adorable snap of her son Billy, revealing that he has recovered from a cough that had persisted for over four months. The TOWIE star, 33, shared a sweet photo of her son to her Instagram Story, writing: "My little man is better... [red heart emoji] (why does he look so grown up all of a sudden).

The Only Way Is Essex icon Ella Rae Wise has sadly ‘confirmed’ that she and her mystery boyfriend have parted ways after she took a savage swipe at her ex on social media.The 23 year old stunner appeared to hint at a split in her recent Instagram posts, as she shared an ominous statement which read: “Some people come to your life just to let you know that you deserve better.” The reported ‘split’ comes less than a year after Ella first went public with her romance back in May 2023. During the course of their relationship, Ella frequently kept her fans up to date with their loved up antics, however she went to great pains to never reveal the mystery man's identity to the public.

The Only Way Is Essex star Chloe Lewis has revealed she and her son Beau were involved in a car crash, but thankfully they are both "fine". The 33 year old took to Instagram to share an update with fans after being uncharacteristically "quiet" on social media, where she told how her son Beau, four, had been poorly, so she'd been "relaxing" with him over recent days. "Sorry I've been quiet but I've had a poorly bubba for a week and also had a small car crash (we are fine).

Although on screen their lives might appear full of glitz and glam, beneath the surface, many reality TV stars have had to face parts of their personal life coming to a crumbling halt. In what could be dubbed as a 'curse', personalities such as Gemma Collins, Olivia Attwood and Georgia Steel have all fallen victim to various things over the years, including being used in fake advertisements, new flames swindling money, or businesses failing to get off the ground.

Nicole Bass is on cloud nine weeks after welcoming her second daughter. Introducing her bundle of joy Millie Nicole Beasley to new in a gorgeous family photo shoot, the former TOWIE star tells us she is “in a complete baby bubble”. “I just adore my two girls,” she beams.

If anyone knows what it is like to have their love life - and heartbreak - played out so publicly on screen, it's former TOWIE star Nicole Bass.That's why the 32 year old is keeping her cards close to her chest these days and isn't revealing who her latest beau is. "He’s a very private person, so that’s part of the reason why I don’t show him publicly," she told OK!. "He doesn’t really have social media and isn’t in the limelight, so I’ve got to respect that.