OHMYGOSSIP — Jenny Ryan doesn’t compete with her fellow Chasers.
The 41-year-old quizzer is best known as part of one of the regulars on the ITV1 show ‘The Chase’ and often sees off competition from members of the public but admitted that she and her co-stars Anne Hegerty, Darragh Ennis, Shaun Wallace, Paul Sinha, and Mark Labbett are more of a “family” than rivals on set.
She told the Daily Express’ Saturday Magazine: “We’re not super competitive. We see each other as a family. I’m very competitive with my family! I do the odd pub quiz but it’s a lose-lose situation. If I go in and win, everyone rolls their eyes, and if I go in and lose, everyone says, “She’s not that bright!”
‘The Chase’ has been fronted by former ‘Coronation Street’ actor Bradley Walsh since it first aired in 2009 and Jenny compared the TV star to late TV legend Bob Monkhouse.
She said: “I watched a lot of Bob Monkhouse when I was a kid. He was a great archetype of a game show host keeping it together, and I think Bradley Walsh is our current equivalent. It is not just coming up with the quick-fire gags, but putting everyone at ease and controlling the format and speed. Brad’s a master at what he does.”
Jenny was then asked if she had any “guilty pleasures” and admitted that she is a fan of fellow ITV game show ‘Tipping Point’ – which is hosted by ‘Good Morning Britain’ presenter Ben Shephard – because she enjoys watching the arcade-style coin machine on the programme.
She said: “‘Tipping Point’. I think watching the machine is soothing!”

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OHMYGOSSIP — Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, is to present ‘This Morning’ on Monday (20.11.23).
The 64-year-old author – who was previously married to Prince Andrew – will take a seat on the famous sofa alongside Alison Hammond and Dermot O’Leary, but is also guest editing the programme and will oversee segments including how to rehome a dog, the importance of defibrillators, skin protection, and an interview with Sir Cliff Richard.
She said in a statement: “I have appeared on ‘This Morning’ before, but this time I am coming back in a very different role. I love live TV and am an enormous fan of the show, and the whole team is always lovely to deal with.
“I’m looking forward to being there for the whole morning, and thrilled to be guest editing the show which will mean getting to explore some topics I’m passionate about.”
And ‘This Morning’ bosses are “delighted” to have the duchess on board.
Editor Martin Frizell said: “We are all delighted Sarah, Duchess of York wanted to come back here and I’m very happy for her to make some of my decisions on Monday.
“She has a great understanding of the show and how television works and I feel viewers will be really interested in the running order she is putting together.”
The ‘Her Heart for a Compass’ writer appeared on ‘This Morning’ back in March, and then-host Holly Willoughby asked if she’s like to return at some point for a “love phone-in”.
She said at the time: “Holly, I would love to do that maybe when you’re back from your annual leave and the Easter holidays!
“But there’s no question, that is right on topic. We love to love.”

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OHMYGOSSIP — Danielle Harold is “very nervous” about taking part in ‘I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!’.
The 31-year-old actress – who left ‘EastEnders’ after 15 years earlier this year – has gone into “survival mode” and is simply focused on “getting through” the next few weeks, rather than thinking about potential romance or what she’ll look like in camp.
She told MailOnline: “I’m very nervous. It’s the unknown I think. It’s different every year so I’m very anxious…
“I know I will not be doing the classic Myleene Klass shower picture – that won’t be me.
“I’ll probably be crouching on the floor of the shower because the water will be cold. That whole sexy shower image, that’s not me.
“I’m in full survival mode, me. I’m literally I’ve not going in thinking about glam looks or anything. I’m just thinking, survive – get through, breathe through it.”
Danielle is planning to offer to clean the camp toilet because she is “scared” to get involved with cooking as she knows meals have often been the cause of tension in previous years.
She said: “I’m going to try and stay away from cooking. I’m scared to get involved in the cooking, I know it’s always a problem.
“I’m going to offer up myself to do the dunny so hopefully, I don’t have to cook. I feel like no one wants to do the dunny, so that will be my little job – I don’t want to go near the food I’ll be too scared.”
And the actress hopes the show will let people get to know who she really is after so long playing Lola Pearce-Brown.
She said: “I’ve been playing Lola for 15 years now. A long time so it’s nice to do something that is me for a change.
“So nice to meet new people and hear new stories. I’m really excited I think maybe people don’t know what to expect, or who I am really.
“I’m very bubbly and chatty. I love chats and listening to people’s stories and asking questions, I love a question. So looking forward to getting in there and getting to know people.”
When it comes to the Bushtucker Trials, there’s already some challenges Danielle will find tough.
She explained: “I’m a bit claustrophobic. Small spaces I’m not very good at. Small spaces with bugs in – I’m not going to be great with those.”

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OHMYGOSSIP — Fred Sirieix’s friend Gordon Ramsay told him not to “take any s***” on ‘I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!’.
The ‘First Dates’ star is taking part in the tough jungle survival show and ahead of him going into camp, he got a call with some blunt advice from his straight-talking pal – who he appeared with alongside Gino D’Acampo on their ‘Road Trip’ series – and he’s planning to take it on board.
He told the Daily Star Sunday newspaper: “Gordon called me. He told me, ‘Fred don’t take any s***’. That’s what he said.
“I am a very honest and truthful person and I think that’s the way to go and that’s the way I live my life. I think that dealing with conflict is something that’s difficult for any human being and people are not so sometimes prepared to deal with conflict.”
Fred will be joined in camp by the likes of Nigel Farage, Nella Rose, Jamie Lynn Spears and Grace Dent and while the 51-year-old star has “no idea” what it will be like spending so much time with a group of strangers, he’s ready for anything.
He said: “I have no idea of what it’s going to be like to live with these people, what they’re going to be like, but I am very ready mentally and physically. I cannot be more ready than I am. You don’t know what he’s going to be like until you get there.”
And the Frenchman is in it to win it.
He said: “I’d never undertake anything without wanting to win I am naturally very competitive.
“Of course you want to win and you want to win in the right way and have fun while you’re doing it. And you do your best and then you just go for it.”
‘I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here!’ starts on ITV1 and ITVX on Sunday 19 November at 9pm.

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OHMYGOSSIP — Anita Rani is “living [her] best life” since splitting from her husband.
The ‘Countryfile’ presenter’s 14-year marriage to Bhupi Rehal ended earlier this year but the 46-year-old star insisted there is no “shame” in being single again and she’s feeling “empowered” because she’s able to do whatever she wants.
She told Fabulous magazine: “It’s liberating that people know that I’m single now.
“Not everything works out and things come to their natural conclusion, and that is absolutely fine.
“There’s no shame attached to being single and living your best life in your 40s.
“I want all women to know that I’m on the other side now.
“There is light, and the light is good!
“I’m single, I’m child-free, I’m in my mid-40s and I have never felt better, sexier, more powerful or more excited about the future.
“I’m exercising my choice to do what the hell I want. And that feels very empowering. I’m stepping into chapter two.
“It means being unapologetic. It means not being afraid to own my space.”
Anita has gone through an “awakening” and she’s ready to defy expectations and have a lot of fun.
She said: “Liberating is the word. Learning about my history, getting older and writing a memoir makes you think about your life.
“Let’s call it an ‘awakening’. A big change has happened in my life, and it’s not happened for me to then revert back to old habits.
“So I’ve now got an opportunity to live my life the way I want to. I’m not going to do what’s ‘expected’ of me.
“I’ve grown up with warrior women who’ve had to put up with lives where they’ve not had much choice.
“So I feel very lucky to be the master of my own destiny.
“I get to pick and choose what I want to do now, so I’m booking flights, meeting up with friends, going out and soaking up art and culture.
“I want to go away at Christmas – I’m not sure where yet, but I love the idea of just sticking a pin in a map.
“I can go wherever I want.
“It feels like a new lease of life and a very powerful time. Bring it on.”
But the ‘Women’s Hour’ host has no plans to go looking for love again just yet.
Asked if she’s back on the dating scene, she replied: “Let’s just say I’m happy being single at the minute!”

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OHMYGOSSIP — Angela Rippon is the eighth celebrity to be kicked off ‘Strictly Come Dancing 2023’.
The 79-year-old broadcaster – who made history as the show’s oldest participant when this year’s line-up of the BBC One show was announced – was dropped on Sunday (19.11.23) night’s results show after she faced actor Bobby Brazier, 20, in the dance-off.
When asked by ‘Strictly’ host Tess Daly how she felt about her time on the show, Angela said: “I have to tell you that the last nine weeks have probably been the most terrifying, the most fantastic, the most glorious, the most joyful that I have spent for a very long time in my profession.
“I have had the time of my life, people keep making reference to the fact that I presented ‘Come Dancing’, but that was 40 years ago, that was a different time! “(Kai Widdrington – her ‘Strictly’ professional dancer partner) wasn’t even born then! But actually being this side of the competition, this side of the programme has been really an eye opener for me in so many different ways.
“Everybody talks about the team and all the pros – everyone who has danced – there is a real team spirit in this programme unlike anything I’ve come across anywhere else in any of the many programmes I’ve done.
“It’s absolutely fabulous. They support us, they encourage us all the time – it’s absolutely wonderful. But the person who really has to get the most credit is this gentleman here (Kai.)
“He’s an old soul on young shoulders. He’s 28 and I’m 79, there’s a 51-year difference in our ages.
“He has looked after me so brilliantly, he’s a wonderful dancer, a great choreographer, but he’s a terrific teacher… and he has the patience of a saint!
“All I can say is that you’ve (Kai) got me here so don’t you dare cry! He and his partner, Nadiya (Bychkova), are in every sense of the word beautiful people and I am so pleased to have you in my life.”
Kai, 28, told Tess: “Since week one when I met this amazing woman – as she said I wasn’t even born when she did ‘Come Dancing’, I had to ask my parents about the amazing Morecombe and Wise moment that was so famous, and about Come Dancing.
“Like Angela just said, there’s a 50-year age gap between us, but we’re like mates!
“Dancing with (Angela) the whole way through this competition has just been such a celebration of yourself and her life and I wish she could see me now.”
He added to Angela: “I’m so proud of you and you should be proud of yourself, it’s been my absolute honour and pleasure to dance with you especially in this beautiful ballroom.”
Saturday night’s show saw the remaining couples take to the Blackpool Tower Ballroom to perform for the judging panel of Craig Revel Horwood, Motsi Mabuse, Anton Du Beke and head judge, Shirley Ballas, as well as the voting public.
On Sunday, Angela and Kai again performed their American Smooth to ‘Tea for Two’ by Ella Fitzgerald, while Bobby and his pro partner Dianne Buswell, 34, performed their Jive to ‘Wake Me Up Before You Go Go’ by Wham!.
Craig chose to save Bobby and Dianne, saying: “Well, there’s a standout performance for me that I can’t ignore and the couple that I would like to save are Bobby and Dianne.”
Motsi also went for the pair, adding: “I felt that both couples danced so beautifully. Really one of the most beautiful dance offs we have had. I am going to save Bobby and Dianne.”
Anton Du Beke went with Bobby and Dianne, saying: “Well again, I thought it was a marvellous dance off. Both couples danced very, very well. I thought Bobby and Dianne danced excellently again.
“I thought that Angela and Kai’s dance was beautiful and Angela even thanked one of the other dancers for lifting her and putting her down so gracefully which I thought was absolutely beautiful. For me the couple I would like to save are Bobby and Dianne.”
With three votes to Bobby and Dianne, it meant they had won the majority vote and would be staying in the competition, but Shirley Ballas also said she would have decided to save Bobby and Dianne.
The remaining six couples will next take to the dancefloor when ‘Strictly’ returns on Saturday 25 November at 7.30pm, with the results show on Sunday 26 November at 7.20pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.

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OHMYGOSSIP — Alex Jones, Sam Faiers and Binky Felstead were among the stars who got into the festive spirit in London on Sunday (12.11.23).
The stars, and other famous faces including Steph McGovern, Louise Roe and Michelle Heaton walked through a winter wonderland to get into The Disney Store on Oxford Street, where they were serenaded by the Disney Choir, tucked into a ‘Frozen’-themed buffet in honour of the film’s 10th anniversary, got involved in arts and crafts activities, and to shop the new holiday items, including a collection for forthcoming blockbuster ‘Wish’.
And the shopDisney and Disney Store event wouldn’t have been complete without a meet and greet with hosts Mickey and Minnie Mouse, Goofy and Pluto.
Alex said: “Being here at the Disney Store event has been an absolutely incredible experience. The magic, the lights, and the festive spirit are truly something special. The enthusiasm and joy in the air is infectious, and it’s heart-warming to see families and friends come together to celebrate the holiday season in such a magical way.”
Binky was thrilled to introduce her brood to the Disney favourites.
She said: “I have just had the most amazing time at the Disney Store and shopDisney event – it truly got me into the Christmas spirit! My favourite part of the morning was seeing the kids’ joy when they met the Disney characters.
“It was heart-warming to see the magic of Disney come alive for them, reminding me of the joy that the holiday season brings to all of us.
Meanwhile, Sam hailed the celebration – which supported the Make-A-Wish charity – as the “perfect way” to start the festive season.
She said: “Attending the Disney Store and shopDisney event was like stepping into a winter wonderland filled with magic and joy. It was the perfect way to kickstart the festive season.
“The highlight for my family and me was the Disney Choir singing carols and Disney songs. It made us feel so warm and joyful and captured the true spirit of Christmas perfectly. It was a moment we’ll always treasure.
“The festive treats and holiday-themed goodies made the day even more special. When it comes to getting the festive season started, no one knows how to do it quite like Disney does!”

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OHMYGOSSIP — Nicola Coughlan says working with Ncuti Gatwa on ‘Doctor Who’ was “an absolute joy”.
The ‘Derry Girls’ and ‘Bridgerton’ actress is heading into the TARDIS after joining the cast of the BBC’s beloved sci-fi series in an “exciting undisclosed role”, and she’s been delighted to work with both showrunner Russell T Davies and the Fifteenth Doctor.
She said in a statement: “I’m excited to join the Whoniverse under the leadership of the inimitable Russell T Davies.
“I’ve been a fan of Ncuti Gatwa for some time and getting to share the screen with him as the Doctor has been an absolute joy.”
Her first in character photo has been revealed as she sported a red beret and matching coat and gazes towards the camera.
Russell revealed she brought “joy” to the set during their time working together.
He added: “This has been the most brilliant shoot, with Nicola lighting up the set and bringing joy.
“From Derry, via Bridgerton, to the TARDIS, it’s the trip of a lifetime.”
Russell had previously revealed Nicola was lined up for next year’s Christmas special, with plenty to come before her first appearance.
This month, ‘Doctor Who’ returns with three special episodes as David Tennant is back to play the Fourteenth Doctor alongside Catherine Tate as Donna Noble.
From there, Russell is set to introduce Ncuti as the Fifteenth Doctor, and he will be sticking around once the ‘Sex Education’ star’s adventures begin.
In a recent interview with SFX Magazine, Russell revealed his plans for the future of the show.
He said: “I’m planning season 3 now, there’s plans for season 4. “Absolutely. Who knows? Who knows. I’m not getting any younger.”

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OHMYGOSSIP — Josie Gibson fears she may have “taken on too much” by signing up for ‘I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!’ – because insects are her “biggest phobia”.
The ‘This Morning’ presenter isn’t sure how she will cope on the ITV show, which is set in the Australian jungle, because she usually “freezes” when she spots a spider, so she is feeling “anxious” about taking part in the programme.
She said: “Now ‘I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!’ is fast approaching, it’s sinking in and I am feeling anxious.
“I keep thinking, ‘S***, I am actually doing this?’ I know I have taken on challenges for ‘This Morning’ in the past but I don’t know if I’ve taken on too much here. It’s all becoming very real.
“I am dreading the insects and it’s my biggest phobia.
“I also don’t like spiders and I freeze normally when I see one.
“My family thinks I am mad doing the programme too as they know what I’m like with creepy crawlies!”
Josie also admitted she is not a big fan of heights, but she is determined to “give it a go” in the jungle.
She said: “I am most looking forward to being at one with nature. And I hope I learn new things about myself.
“I hope I can push myself more than I think I can. Eating trials? I have got to try and close my eyes and not think about what it is I am eating. Heights?
“I don’t like heights either. To be fair, I am not liking a lot of things that the jungle throws at you but I want to give it all a go.”
Former ‘Big Brother’ winner Josie is also concerned about not being able to speak to her five-year-old son Reggie while she is on the show.
She said: “It’s going to be tough and I am worried about not having any contact with him. He is so excited though!”
Josie will appear on the show alongside ‘Made in Chelsea’ star Sam Thompson, actress Jamie Lynn Spears – the sister of pop star Britney Spears – and former UKIP party leader Nigel Farage, among others.
‘I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!’ returns on ITV1 and ITVX from Sunday 19 November at 9pm.

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