OHMYGOSSIP — Danielle Armstrong might make a “cameo” appearance in ‘The Only Way is Essex’.
The 28-year-old reality TV star only quit the ITVBe show in Monday (19.12.1) night’s festive special ‘The Only Way is Essexmas’ but it seems she’s already thinking about making a return next year as she’d still like to be involved in the big events on screen.
She explained: “I’m not turning my back on it and saying you’ll never see me again. It is a reality show so they are my friends in real life. If Tommy Mallet and Georgia Kousoulou get engaged, I will be at their engagement party and I will always be open to doing the odd cameo. ‘TOWIE’ made me what I am today. I always said when I joined the show, if I got a successful business and bought my own property, I would feel I’d achieved what I wanted to. And that’s what I’ve been about to do.”
The blonde bombshell – who joined the reality TV series three years ago – felt she had no choice but to leave the programme when she started dating former footballer Daniel Spiller, 35, because she could no longer be around or film with her ex-boyfriend James ‘Lockie’ Lock – who’s also on the show – following their split earlier this year.
She explained: “I’d come to the end of my ‘TOWIE’ journey. Everyone focused on Danni and Lockie and now there is no more Danni and Lockie. I haven’t got anything bad to say about him, he just wasn’t a good boyfriend. I can’t see myself moving on in my life if I’m still being around my ex-boyfriend having to film with him. I’m 28 now, in the next five years I want to settle down and meet someone and have things I wanted with James.”
And, although she’s sad that things between her and the husky-voiced hunk didn’t work out, Danielle is ready to throw herself head first into her romance with Daniel.
Speaking to the Daily Star newspaper, she said: “The sparks were there. I’d just broken up with James, so I didn’t want anything serious and I knew he’d just broken p with his girlfriend. But when you spend time with someone it’s a natural progression. I’m really fond of him but it’s still early days and we’re not official or anything.”

Find more OHMYGOSSIP Film & TV news HERE

OHMYGOSSIP — Danielle Armstrong has quit ‘The Only Way is Essex’.
The blonde beauty confirmed her departure from the ITVBe show following last night’s (19.12.16) Essexmas special, in which she clashed with ex-boyfriend James Lock for one final time before admitting she feels “really sad” to have left the reality series.
In a video posted on the ITV website after the episode, she said: “I said goodbye to ‘The Only Way Is Essex’, it is really sad, I feel really emotional today.
“I just want everyone to know that this is something I have been thinking about for the last month, six weeks, and I feel like all the viewers that loves the show has seen me and James and our whole mental relationship.
“Go from the makeups, the breakups, the tears, the dramas, everything.
“The last thing I wanted was to leave tonight knowing we didn’t leave things on good terms.”
Danielle – who is dating former Millwall footballer Danny Spiller – is rumoured to be entering the ‘Celebrity Big Brother’ house in January, and she admitted to being “excited” about a new chapter in her life.
She said: “I’ve got my shop that’s going from strength to strength and I have met someone new, that I’m excited about, it’s still very early days but I can see it going somewhere too.
“I just think sometimes change is good. I’m excited for this next chapter in my life.
“The girls get it, they know I’m happy they can see that I’ve got things to look forward to so I’m pleased that we managed to have that little girlie chat tonight.”
During the festive episode, Danielle and James had an explosive row, but both later admitted their relationship wasn’t to be before wishing each other well.
He told her: “I do wish you all the best, I mean that.
“I’m sure you’re going to go off and have the fairytale ending you’ve always wanted and I wish that for you.”
Danielle – who has appeared in ‘TOWIE’ since 2013’s series 10 – then kissed him on the cheek before getting into a waiting car with tears in her eyes.

Find more OHMYGOSSIP Film & TV news HERE

OHMYGOSSIP — Claire Sweeney will “cherish the memory” of her father on Christmas Day.
The former ‘Brookside’ actress’ beloved dad Ken died on 25 December last year, but she’s determined the holiday won’t be tinged by sadness and she’d rather celebrate his life and think of their happy memories.
She said: “I’m determined not to make Christmas a sad time.
“He was ill and we didn’t want him having a long, slow death.
“He asked to come out of hospital so he came home and died. That’s what he wanted and it was the best thing for him.
“We’ll raise a toast to him and we’ll think and talk about him but it won’t be devastating and Christmas Days won’t be spoiled forever because we cherish his memory and we’ll remember the happy Christmases…
“At 9pm, which is the time he died, I’ll get a bottle of cava and we’ll have a toast.”
The 45-year-old star loves the festive season and having her two-year-old son Jaxon – who she has with ex-partner Daniel Reilly – only makes it more exciting.
She said: “I’d put my decorations up in October if I could.
“I’m like a child at Christmas and I think having Jaxon will send me over the edge this year.
“It’s like a new world of Christmases – he believes in Santa so it’s going to be wonderful.
“Last year, I waited until he’d gone to sleep and put up the decorations on my own. That’s how I’ve done it the last couple of years – with a glass of wine and the telly on.
“I love this time of year. It’s the twinkly lights. I’m that shallow!”

Find more OHMYGOSSIP Film & TV news HERE

OHMYGOSSIP — Tisha Merry has quit ‘Coronation Street’.
The 23-year-old actress has decided to bow out of the long-running soap as Weatherfield bistro waitress Steph Britton following three years on the show because she wants to spread her wings and try her hand at something different.
A source told The Sun Online: “Tish has had an amazing couple of years where she’s been at the fore of some of ‘Corrie’s biggest storylines, but feels it’s now time for a change.”
The brunette beauty – whose contract is up next year – has reportedly filmed her departure scenes but bosses are remaining tight lipped on how her alter ego will exit the cobbles.
Rumours of her departure began swirling last week when her loose-lipped co-star Catherine Tyldesley – who portrays busty blonde barmaid Eva Price – accidentally posted a photograph online of her, Tisha and Katie McGlynn alongside a heartfelt caption.
She said: “#throwback … these sexy ladies. Gonna miss our Tish @katiexmcglynn @missdrewmerry93, (sic)” followed by three kiss emojis.
And it seems Tisha isn’t the only one departing the popular soap over the next few months as it’s believed a huge explosion will rock Weatherfield in due course and turn things upside down again as “at least one” of the characters is likely to die.
A source said previously: “This is going to be up there with some of the best scenes in Corrie history. Characters are going to be crawling through flames to escape, and there’s talk of killing at least one character.”
And Kate Oates, the show’s new producer, has also reportedly lined up director Tony Prescott – who has worked on all of ‘Coronation Street’s live episodes – to ensure things go swimmingly.
The insider added: “The plans being put together are huge and Kate bringing in Tony shows that it’s going to be far from a straightforward one.
“Tony is considered one of the big guns of directing because he’s great with complicated and intense storylines. Kate also loves a big stunt. She was behind the helicopter crash on ‘Emmerdale’ which killed off Ruby Haswell. It’s going to be carnage.”

Find more OHMYGOSSIP Film & TV news HERE

OHMYGOSSIP — Danniella Westbrook is whitening people’s teeth for a living.
The 43-year-old actress has revealed her new profession – just days after declaring herself homeless – and has hinted that she has moved up North from Kent in South East England to Liverpool just to make ends meet.
Sharing a picture of beauty salon Lip Couture’s shop front in city, she wrote on Instagram: “Make your mates WELL JEL this Christmas Book now. Spaces limited but available for @essexsmiles here in Liverpool @lipcoutureltd all teeth whitening done by me. calls us & treat yourself get the Hollywood smile.
Men welcome too #essexsmiles #lipcoutoure #liverpool #smilecouture (sic)”
The former ‘EastEnders’ star has been staying “here there and everywhere” in recent weeks after she was turfed out of her home and had her car taken off her because she failed to keep up with the payments.
A source said: “She’s been busy viewing but hasn’t found her new home. Obviously timing isn’t great with it being so close to Christmas but she isn’t rushing into anything and is staying with friends and family over the festive period. Danniella now has a whole new team around her after spending a lot of 2016 surrounded by toxic people.”
Danniella hasn’t had the best of luck recently as she appeared to be at death’s door over the summer when she was struck down with septicaemia.
The blonde star spent weeks in hospital while doctors tried to get the infection, which can be fatal if not treated, under control with antibiotics but she was later informed she had no choice but to have all of her teeth ripped out after the bacteria spread to the roof of her mouth.
She said at the time when people were speculating she was pregnant: “I’ve been in hospital. I’ve had to have all my teeth removed for a blood and bone infection, through no fault of my own. I’m not on drugs and I’m not pregnant … I’m just very, very, poorly with a blood infection.”
Her toothless look and prolonged hospital stay plunged the ‘Celebrity Big Brother’ star – who famously lost her septum in 2000 due her excessive use of cocaine – into deep depression and this in turn lead to her trying to overdose on tablets.
Danniella – who has son Kai, 20, and 13-year-old daughter Jody – said: “When you relapse and you take drugs, you don’t see that [leaving the kids]. All you see is selfishness and a way out. So you carry on taking more drugs because you’re so low on such a comedown that you just think you want to kill yourself. I didn’t overdose on cocaine. I was just taking tablets orally.”
This wasn’t the first time Danniella has relapsed though, as she previously fell off the wagon in 2014 when life got tough.

Find more OHMYGOSSIP Film & TV news HERE

OHMYGOSSIP — Ore Oduba wants to start a family.
The 30-year-old BBC sports presenter has revealed his next step after his triumphant win on ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ last weekend is to catch up for lost time with his spouse Portia, who he married in 2015, and start thinking about having a baby.
He said: “We are looking forward to having a family but we haven’t necessarily been in one place or one time together.
“We are waiting for the time to be settled after this whole whirlwind and being in the same city will help.”
And while he is over the moon to be announced as this year’s winner of the ballroom and latin show, he has admitted that it was stressful being separated from his wife.
He told the Daily Mirror newspaper: “It’s been incredibly difficult not being together day to day. With her living up North, we’ve had to spend a lot of time apart. It has been stressful and strenuous for her. I’d imagine it’s not easy to be a ‘Strictly’ partner. She had her own work, family and friends in Manchester but then you’ve got the 24/7 support role that is being my wife. She had it full-on but she loved it.”
Lifting the famous glitterball trophy has always been a dream of his and he’s thrilled he’s managed to achieve that and marry the love of his life within a space of 12 months.
He said: “The thought of getting married and being on ‘Strictly’ were from a very young age. I dreamt of being a sports broadcaster but it was more of an ambition. However, it’s out of my hands finding someone you want to spend the rest of your life with. And being on ‘Strictly’ is out of control. It’s a dream, I can’t believe I’ve done two of those things in a year.”

Find more OHMYGOSSIP Film & TV news HERE

OHMYGOSSIP — Simon Cowell has signed 5 After Midnight to his record label.
The 56-year-old music mogul was devastated when the trio were given the boot from ‘The X Factor’ semi-final – placing third – two weeks ago but it seems he doesn’t want them to slip through his fingers and be snapped up by a rival as he’s dished them out a deal through Syco Records in the hope they’ll become an international success.
A source told The Daily Star newspaper: “The boys are overjoyed and can’t believe they are signing to Syco. Simon has been a big fan of 5AM throughout the series. Out of all the artists he thinks 5AM have the biggest gap in the market. There are very few boybands around at the moment and even fewer urban boybands who dance.”
Simon clearly saw a chance for history to repeat itself as his record company also signed One Direction – who became one of the biggest boy bands in the world but are now on a hiatus – after they placed third in the same singing competition in 2010.
5 After Midnight – comprised of Kieran Alleyne, Nathan Lewis and Jordan Lee – aren’t the only act from this year’s series to receive a deal through Syco Records as controversial wannabe rapper Honey G has also been offered a one-track contract.
She said recently: “I am ecstatic to announce I have been Signed by Syco, Simon Cowell’s record label and will be releasing my first single on 23rd December.”
But it seems Honey G – whose real name is Anna Gilford – isn’t planning to stop at just one song as she’s hoping to become a worldwide success like One Direction.
She explained: “I’m looking to come in at the level that One Direction came in at. I know that I can create that hype. I just need the opportunity to be able to sell the records, get the right PR behind me, get the right team behind me that’s really going to blow me up.”

Find more OHMYGOSSIP Film & TV news HERE

OHMYGOSSIP — Mark Dolan will take part in the forthcoming series of ‘The Jump’.
The 42-year-old comedian – who was known for presenting ‘Balls of Steel’ from 2005 until the show ended in 2008 – has agreed to slip into his thermal suit and ski boots and hit the snowy slopes in Austria for the winter sports programme next month.
Speaking to the Daily Mirror newspaper: “I’m delighted to be taking part – and by delighted, I mean absolutely bloody terrified. However, I’m confident I will excel in the après-ski (the social activities following a day’s skiing). That’s a sport, isn’t it?”
And it’s hardly surprising the funnyman is riddled with nerves as last year’s show was responsible for a number of celebrities experiencing life-changing injuries.
The last series saw gymnast Beth Tweddle break her back, ‘Made in Chelsea’ star Mark-Francis Vandelli fracture his ankle and Rebecca Adlington dislocate her shoulder.
The spike in injuries meant bosses were forced to revisit the risky format and discuss whether it was worth bringing it back for another series at the beginning of next year.
However, after bosses managed to persuade a good amount of stars to take part in the forthcoming series, producers were given the go-ahead to do another installment.
The full line up for the forthcoming series is yet to be confirmed but Mark will certainly have stiff competition as she will go up against Lydia Bright, Vogue Williams, Caprice, Josie Gibson, Spencer Matthews and Olympic gymnast Louis Smith in January.

Find more OHMYGOSSIP Film & TV news HERE

OHMYGOSSIP — Ore Oduba has started a mega-money bidding war between channels.
The 30-year-old sports presenter won over the hearts of the nation last weekend when he lifted the famous glitterball trophy on ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ and now bosses from the BBC – who have worked with the hunk since 2008 – would like to make him a permanent presenter on the topical evening programme ‘The One Show’.
A source told The Sun newspaper: “It’s clear Ore’s a rising star and he’s now a household name because of ‘Strictly Come Dancing’. He was given his ‘One Show’ presenting debut during ‘Strictly Come Dancing’ in a really tricky episode where he had to interview Sir Cliff Richard, but passed the test with flying colours.”
But TV executives at the BBC will need to work fast if they want to secure the handsome journalist as ITV have reportedly slapped down a £500,000 deal as they liked the way he presented ‘This Morning’ while Phillip Schofield was away last month.
The insider explained: “There’s a sense of urgency to get him presenting some other programmes and have him based in London now after his spot on ‘This Morning’.”
And if Ore does decide to jump across to ITV next year, he won’t be the first to walk away from the BBC as Susanna Reid moved to ‘Good Morning Britain’ from ‘BBC Breakfast’ after she finished second on the ballroom and latin show in 2013.
Meanwhile, Ore is determined to focus on his beautiful wife Portia – who he married last year – for the time being as he feels terrible that she had to travel to London from their home in Manchester every weekend to support him in the competition.
He said recently: “With her living up North, we’ve had to spend a lot of time apart. It’s been stressful and strenuous for her. I’d imagine it’s not easy to be a ‘Strictly…’ partner. She had her own work, family and friends in Manchester but then you’ve got the 24/7 support role that is being my wife. She had it full-on but she loved it.”

Find more OHMYGOSSIP Film & TV news HERE