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Popular culture and brand expert, Nick Ede, believes Alison is a “great choice” for Big Brother, and says healthy competition will always be part of TV. He says, “I think Alison is a great choice to host Big Brother. The TV landscape has been saturated with the likes of Holly and Ant and Dec, but now we have some really great TV presenters who have become audience favourites. “Holly and Alison are in very different lanes, but what is great about that is that while competition will always be there, they can both succeed by following their own paths. “Holly wouldn’t be right for Big Brother, she hasn’t had that insight, but meanwhile she’s having her own success with the likes of Wim Hoff’s show and her new lifestyle brand.…

When schoolgirl Megan Hinton’s phone bleeped with a message, she knew it would be yet another request for a photo from her classmate. Holding her mobile with shaky hands, she read, “If you don’t send me the picture, I’ll tell everyone you’re frigid and make your life at school hell. In a desperate bid to make the abuse stop, Megan sent a naked image – and it changed the course of her life forever. Megan, now 23, says, “Many parents don’t think their child would ever send a graphic image. But having been bullied at school, I was in a vulnerable position and wanted to make friends. BLACKMAILED “After my photo was shared, my mental health hit rock bottom and my school days became unbearable. Parents need to have open…

Zoe Birkett was just 16 when she starred on Pop Idol in 2001, making it all the way to the final four alongside Darius, Will and Gareth. And Zoe, now 37, tells Closer that Darius was like a big brother to her on the show. She says, “From the moment I met Darius, he really was a gentleman. I was just 16 years old when I was on Pop Idol, and he was like a big brother to us all. Although he was only 21, he seemed older. It wasn’t just because he was so tall – he was 6 ft 2 – but he was wise beyond his years. He seemed to look after everyone. I’ll miss his big warm hugs and his rich, velvety Scottish voice the most.…

She pours her heart out into her music, penning songs about falling in love and heartbreak. And now Adele has opened up in an interview about how she’s happier than ever in her yearlong relationship with boyfriend Rich Paul. The Easy On Me singer gushed in the chat that she can see a future of marriage and babies with sports agent Rich. She said, “I’ve never been in love like this. I’m obsessed with him. I definitely want more kids. I’m a homemaker and I’m a matriarch, and a stable life helps me with my music.” Adele, 34, and Rich, 40, have been dating since last summer, despite meeting through mutual friends around five years ago. Adele split from husband Simon Konecki in 2019, and the pair co-parent their nine-year-old…

When April Charlesworth went to her local pub last year to mark her 28th birthday, it should have been a night of celebration. It was her first outing since the start of lockdown, and she was excited to have fun with her friends. But after a bottle of ethanol was poured onto a portable heater in the pub garden, causing it to explode and cover April and her cousin Ashleigh in fuel, the partying quickly turned into a nightmare. The two women suffered third-degree burns to their faces, chest, arms and hands, as well as permanent scarring. Sixteen months on a there is still an ongoing investigation into the incident, and they are still recovering. April, 29, who lives in Sudbury, Suffolk, says, “This has been the hardest year of…

ENCOURAGE INDEPENDENCE When it comes to secondary school, practising independence will stand your child in great stead. “Learning to be organised and take responsibility for things is a great life skill,” says Dr Hannah Wilson, head of clinical governance and clinical psychology lead at online mental wellbeing community, Kooth. “Help them gain independence by coming up with some age-appropriate tasks. This could be going to the local shops without an adult, or cooking dinner for the family once a week. Set some suitable chores too, like feeding pets or setting the table.” CREATE A CODE WORD Friendship niggles and academic challenges are all part of school life, but children don’t always want to discuss what’s happened that day. So Kate recommends coming up with a code word, so your children…

• The founder of Deliciously Ella says, “The ginger, garlic, bay leaves and spices give this pilaf loads of depth.” BANK HOLIDAY BBQ LAMB KOFTAS SERVES 6 For the koftas: • 500g lamb mince • 1 small red onion, finely chopped • 2 tbsp freshly chopped parsley • 2 tbsp freshly chopped mint • Zest and juice ½ lemon • 1 tsp dried oregano • Pinch ground coriander To serve: • 6 flatbreads • Salad leaves • 250g low-fat Greek yoghurt • Bowl of Greek salad STEP 1 In a large bowl, mix all the kofta ingredients together and season. With damp hands, divide the mixture into six portions. Mould each in a sausage shape around 6 short wooden (previously soaked in water) or metal skewers. Cover and chill for…

Why does everyone want a pre-date phone call these days? I think we’re all tired and exhausted by endless (and perhaps pointless) messaging on dating apps, so we’d rather cut to the chase. But the pre-date phone call is boring me. I’ve recently gone back onto Hinge – sigh. I really wish I didn’t have to resort to apps but, in the absence of an alternative, on with the swiping I go. It’s not that I mind a chat – as someone who is a chatterbox, this comes easy to me – it’s more that I feel it’s all quite futile. I appreciate people like to filter through matches this way, and gauge chemistry first – I myself used to be a fan. But I’ve since learned the hard way…

EAT UP BEFORE JETTING OFF! Before you go away, make sure all your food gets eaten instead of binned. Go through your cupboards and fridge and plan meals to use everything up. If there are fresh foods you won’t have time to eat, either freeze them, or batch cook and freeze the meals to come back to. CHECK THE AIRBNB BEFORE SHOPPING If you have a self-catering apartment or AirBnB, previous guests may have left you essentials like cooking oil, jams, shampoos and tea and coffee. Your host may have provided lots of these things too, so don’t shop in the airport or the supermarket on route – check first so you don’t double up. TAKE REUSABLE WATER BOTTLES Most EU countries have safe drinking water, so fill up in…

WONDER WASH Quench dry hair with this super-nourishing shampoo, which uses a gentle cleansing system to add moisture as it cleans. Featuring a cocktail of natural hair-loving ingredients, including coconut oil and shea butter, this daily use product will help restore dry and damaged locks. WONDER WASH MONDAY HAIRCARE MOISTURE SHAMPOO £5 SCALP SAVIOUR Ensuring you have a healthy scalp is the secret to good hair, so using an exfoliating treatment every now and again is a good idea. This lightweight serum removes dead skin, balances excess oils and offers complete hair rejuvenation. THE INKEY LIST SALICYLIC ACID EXFOLIATING SCALP TREATMENT £14.99 ALL-IN-ONE TREATMENT With 25 different benefits, this multitasking treatment promises to give dehydrated strands the TLC it needs. Apply the spray either in-between washes on dry hair or…

They received a frosty reception from the public and royals alike when they last landed on UK soil to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in June. But just two months on, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have revealed they’re set to return for a second time, with a spokesperson for the couple – who stepped down as senior royals in January 2020 – announcing last week, “Prince Harry and Meghan, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, are delighted to visit with several charities close to their hearts in early September.” It’s believed Harry, 37, and Meghan, 40, will stay at their former home, Frogmore Cottage, after renewing the lease on the property in Windsor earlier this year. And while critics have warned the couple will be entering a “lion’s den”…

She was recently announced as one of the 12 new Strictly Come Dancing contestants – and Kaye Adams has admitted she’s over the moon about taking part in the iconic BBC show and has luckily been working on her fitness to keep up. Kaye – who will turn 60 this December – surprised her Loose Women co-stars, Carol McGiffin, Sunetra Sarka and Denise Welch, with the announcement on the show earlier this month. She later wrote on her Instagram, “Yes, the rumours are true! I’m heading off to the @bbcstrictly dance floor (with two left feet!) to see out my 50s with a bang!” FINDING TIME Cheering her on from the Strictly audience will be Kaye’s partner Ian Campbell and their two daughters, 19-year-old Charley and Bonnie, 15. No one…

The Internet Watch Foundation has launched their TALK checklist, encouraging parents and carers to speak to their children about dangers online: T – Talk to your child about online sexual abuse and listen to their concerns. A – Agree how to use technology as a family. L – Learn about the platforms and apps your children love and take an interest in their online life. K – Know how to use tools, apps and settings that can keep your children safe online. Images and videos of online child sexual abuse can be reported anonymously at Report.iwf.org.uk/en • For more information on removing an image online or to access support, visit Childline.org.uk…

Michelle Heaton met Darius on Popstars as a fellow contestant, and when she didn’t make it into Hear’ say, went on to be part of pop group Liberty X. Sharing her memories of Darius in the audition rounds, Michelle, 43, says, “From the beginning, Darius was a force to be reckoned with. He carried an air about him of pure talent and was so sure of himself, but there was no cockiness or arrogance. Everyone was just drawn to him – when he spoke, you listened and he seemed to be the guy who looked after everyone. If his passing can teach us anything, it’s that life is so short and we need to live it to the full.”…

Their romance raised eyebrows for the 21year age gap between them. But now actress Florence Pugh and actor Zach Braff have gone their separate ways after three years of dating. Little Women star Florence, 26, revealed she and Zach, 47 – who she met when Zach directed her in a film in 2019 – had split, saying, “We’ve been trying to do this separation without the world knowing, because it’s been a relationship that everyone has an opinion on. “We just felt something like this would really do us the benefit of not having millions of people telling us how happy they are that we’re not together. So we’ve done that. I automatically get a lumpy throat when I talk about it.”…

Last year’s series of Married At First Sight UK was a big hit, with thousands of viewers across the UK glued to their screens as they watched couples fall in – and out – of love in a unique social experiment. And now with the E4 show returning, the experts promise it’s going to be one of the best series yet. The show follows couples who are scientifically matched by a panel of experts and meet at the alter to “get married”, before spending the following months getting to know each other and attempting to find a life of wedded bliss. Fans get hooked on the explosive dinner parties and dramatic commitment ceremonies, where the couples ultimately choose to stay or leave. And the panel of experts – including Celebs…

PENELOPE CRUZ Looking gorgeous and relaxed in a neon orange swimsuit accessorised with a pair of gold hoops, sea-tousled hair and sunglasses, Penelope Cruz emulated beach-side chic when she was photographed holidaying with her family in Portofino, Italy. The Pirates Of The Caribbean actress, 48, who is married to fellow actor Javier Bardem, has always been refreshingly open about her diet and fitness routine, which involves dancing and Bikram yoga, and a Mediterranean diet, consisting of “lots of fruits, vegetables, and quality protein from free-range animals”. Trained as a dancer from a young age, mum-of-two Penelope – who avoids sugar and gluten – says the discipline is “really hard but much more fun” than pounding a treadmill, and says her 90-minute yoga classes – which involve working out in a…

When I first joined Geordie Shore seven years ago, I was really confident, but being in the public eye tore me down a lot and I got very insecure. I didn’t like things about myself, and I had some surgery and it made me feel happier. Then people would say, ‘You shouldn’t have got that done!’ You can’t win. Everyone should just be able to do what they want, without any judgement. If you want filler or surgery to make you happier, that’s fine in my opinion. Definitely do your research into what you want to get done, and think about it for a long time before you do it. But if you decide to, there shouldn’t be any shame in that. I’m happy with how I look now.…

When her weight-loss journey is complete, Amy says she’ll probably opt for removal surgery to get rid of any excess skin. She says, “If I have loose skin, I’d definitely have it cut off in skin removal surgery. It would feel like the right thing to do after all that hard work. And although I’d never go down the filler/Botox route on my face, I’d never judge the people who do it now. If you don’t like your wrinkles, there’s no harm in getting them ironed out a bit!”…

INSIDE AMY’S FRIDGE • Lazy Garlic • Eggs • Lemons • Olives • Wispa bars • Ginger • Tuna steak • Asparagus • Chicken breasts • Broccoli • Mozarella cheese • Pepper • Chestnut mushrooms • Camembert cheese • Heck Chicken Italia sausages • Blueberries • Tomatoes • Strawberries • Avocado • Lettuce • Red Bull • Diet Coke • Lemonade • Soya milk • Semi-skimmed milk • Huel chocolate drink AMY How much do you spend per week? About £100-£150 for me and my two dogs. I shop mostly online because it saves time. Describe your daily diet… If I’m being good, I’ll have a smoothie or chestnut mushrooms and asparagus with scrambled eggs for breakfast. Then around 11am, I’ll have two boiled eggs, but I don’t eat the…

YOUR GUIDE TO EMOTIONAL ISSUES AND FAMILY LIFE WITH PSYCHOLOGICAL THERAPIST EMMA KENNY When the Lionesses won the Euros, girls all over the UK were sent a message that no sport, job or role is outside of their reach. It coincides with new research that has shown children to see “brilliance” as a male trait. The researcher said these views take root in childhood and become a self-fulfilling prophecy. That may lead girls to doubt their abilities, limiting their ideas about their interests and what they can achieve. You have the power to help your kids follow their dreams no matter what society tries to tell them. You may have a daughter who isn’t academic and if you allow her to form an opinion of herself based on her grades,…

TV STAR DENISE WELCH, 64, ON HOW SHE LOOKS AFTER HER BODY AND MIND MY ENERGY LEVELS HAVE GOT BETTER… since I consulted a nutritionist. Now I’m making better food choices, as I had a “grab a sandwich” lifestyle. I removed bread and pasta from my diet and noticed a huge difference. I USE THE COUCH TO 5K APP… because I need someone to tell me what to do as I’m not a big runner. I’m trying very hard to do stretching every day too. My lower back is not good but if I do 5-7 mins of stretching, it makes a big difference to my day. REALITY RUBBISH IS MY MEDITATION… I’ll watch Below Deck or US Housewives or whatever, and I get lost in this world of nonsense. Then…

GET HER LOOK EVA LONGORIA, 47 It’s official – Barbie pink is the colour of the moment! Eva got in on the trend in this colourful co-ord, which she paired with a classic white tee and clear mules. Obsessed with her ensemble? Steal her style with these high-street lookalikes… IN THE NEWS… NADIYA HUSSAIN’S NEXT EDIT TV chef Nadiya has swapped whisks for fashion as she joins forces with Next once again. Her new range puts comfort and practicality firmly in the spotlight, with a cheery colour palette. The collection offers midi dresses, oversized shirts, jumpsuits, footwear and headscarves. “As someone who’s worn headscarves as young as my early teens, finding them on the high street has always been a struggle,” says Nadiya, “To be able to go to one…

LOVE TO LEARN Give little minds a head start with these colourful play-and-build number cubes. COOL PLANNER For freshers in need of pure focus and organisation, this wipe-clean chart with emoji magnets is a must. WORRY BUSTER For shy new starters, read them this heartwarming story about feelings, with tips for making friends. ROARSOME CASE Choosing a new pencil case is a back-to-school highlight – and this one is perfect for little dinosaur fans. SNAP HAPPY Make their first-day-at-school pic a memorable one with this Instagram-worthy sign post. WRITING WONDER This pen is designed to help little ones get to grips, quite literally, with writing skills thanks to its design. HANDY BOTTLE This sturdy water bottle is collapsible, making it bag friendly, plus the clip makes it easy to carry.…

SPLASH OF COLOUR Brighten up a neutral door by painting it a bold or pastel shade. It’ll take just a couple of hours and will really lift your mood whenever you see it. It’ll also make the perfect backdrop for that all-important snap of your little ones. Make sure to prep the area by sanding and using a primer. For UPVC doors, Frenchic paints work brilliantly as it covers in just two coats. If you have spare paint leftover from another project, even better! TOUCH OF NATURE Dotting potted plants around your doorway will spruce up your entrance and give your home some added curb appeal! Try utilising pots from your garden, without buying anything extra, for an instant difference. WARM WELCOME A jazzy mat combines practicality with a bit…

MUST READ Hello, Stranger (RACHEL MARKS) From their very first date, Jamie and Lucy know they’ve met The One. They’re very different but make each other happier than they ever thought possible. So why does their story start with them saying ‘goodbye’? And does this really have to be the end? A book to cancel plans for – we’re still not over the ending. BEST DAY OUT Steam Dream Experiences Why not get into the festive spirit early this year and organise an extra special trip to the Christmas markets arriving via a steamtrain! Trips are running from London Victoria to York, Lincoln or Bath as well as from Essex to Chichester. Recently featured in My5’s World’s Most Scenic Railway Journeys, this experience is designed to allow you to soak…

IF IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK Think about where in your life healing is needed. It may be physical but it could be emotional or spiritual. There will be curve balls coming at you and sometimes it might feel like there’s not enough money or love to go around. Not true. You just need to heal. THIS WEEK’S CELEB STAR SIGN Virgo 23 AUG – 22 SEP You like to give excellent value in all that you do. This week, though, it looks as though a work issue has you fired up. Don’t let anyone upset your normally calm demeanour. There’s nothing that you can’t work through in your methodical way. Visit Yasminboland.com for your daily horoscope LIBRA 23 SEP – 22 OCT As the planet of communications, Mercury, moves…

‘HER PALS HAVE TOLD HER SHE SHOULD BELIEVE IN HERSELF MORE’ Her cheeky sense of humour, megawatt smile and bubbly personality have made Alison Hammond a huge hit with This Morning viewers since taking over the Friday morning slot with co-host Dermot O’Leary last January. While the duo reportedly endured off-screen tensions at first, they fast became fan favourites – taking up full-time presenting duties last month when studio stalwarts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield headed off on their summer break before Alison and Dermot went off on their own holidays. PANIC And while Holly – who’s been ITV’s golden girl since joining the daytime show in 2009 – has branched out to develop her wellness brand, Wylde Moon, insiders say Alison, 47, has been inundated with TV offers from…

She’ll no doubt be gearing up to host a huge party to celebrate her daughter Autumn Rose’s first birthday in November. And after years of longing for a baby girl, mum-of-five Danielle Lloyd has made no secret of the fact that she is over the moon with the latest addition to her family. Describing Autumn – who she shares with her husband of three years, Michael O’Neill – as “our princess”, Danielle, 38, says she and her daughter are “besties for life” and the adorable tot is rarely seen out of the colour pink. Now insiders say Danielle – who was Miss Great Britain in 2006 – is already taking steps to ensure she follows in her mum’s footsteps. A source says, “Danielle is totally obsessed with Autumn and loves…

He was one of the first reality TV stars to entertain and divide the nation, and ultimately evolved from a talent show runner-up to a successful musician, actor and producer. And last week hearts were broken when Darius Campbell Danesh was found dead in his US apartment at the age of 41. As Closer went to press, the cause of his death was unknown, but in a statement, his family confirmed he had passed away – leaving his fans and celebrity friends devastated. Glasgow-born Darius first hit our screens in 2001, when he starred in one of the original singing talent shows, Popstars, where hopefuls competed to make it into a manufactured pop group. The ponytail-ed Scottish-Iranian star made viewers laugh with an original rendition of Hit Me Baby One…

She took a swipe at her ex, Jamie Redknapp, last week – revealing how his decision to re-marry and start a family so soon after the breakdown of their 19-year marriage had a lasting impact on their two sons, Charley, 18, and Beau, 13. Opening up for the first time about Jamie’s “surprise” October wedding to Frida Andersson, 38 – who gave birth to their now 10-month-old son Raphael a month later – Louise, 47, said, “I’ve felt this as a mum and, to say this in the most sort of respectful way, my boys’ lives changed dramatically and then it changed again when obviously Jamie got married and had a family.” Explaining her reasons for not jumping straight back onto the dating scene following their 2017 divorce, the former…

LEONA: ‘Then there were three’ Leona Lewis has become a mum, welcoming her first child – a little girl called Carmel Allegra – with husband Dennis Jauch last month. The X Factor winner, 37, announced the happy news on Instagram, writing, “And then there were three. Our little Carmel Allegra arrived 22.7.22.” Leona’s husband Dennis – who she married in 2019 after nine years of dating – has also given an insight into parenthood, posting a photo of him on a walk with the newborn and captioning it, “Dad mode activate” as he enjoyed a walk with his newborn. CHLOE AND JAMES: ‘We are utterly besotted’ Chloe Madeley and her rugby husband James Haskell have become parents for the first time, after welcoming a baby daughter last week. Sharing a…

JESS, 31 The dental hygienist describes herself as “unique and weird”. She admits she often jumps into relationships too quickly before it all turns to tears. She’s previously failed to find love online, saying, “On dating apps, people just want to get a leg over – they don’t want to settle down!” GEORGE, 40 Dad-of-four George was left heartbroken after his divorce, but he’s now ready to find love again. The financial advisor hopes the experts can find him someone who he can be emotionally open with, saying “My only concern is that I might not be good enough for them.” WHITNEY, 31 Confident PA Whitney is never short of male attention, but she’s yet to find the man who ticks all of her boxes. Her biggest fear is ending…

Cradling her five-month-old daughter Cambria in her arms, Courtney Rogers can’t believe how lucky she is. Babies have always been a blessing for the stay-at-home mum, and in the past 12 years, she’s given birth to 12 children. Courtney, 38, says, “I’ve always wanted a large family. The longest I’ve gone without being pregnant is seven months! Home life is hectic, but I wouldn’t change it.” Courtney and husband Chris, 34, live on a 12-acre farm with their kids, Clint, 12, Clay, 11, Cade and Callie, both nine, Cash, seven, twins Colt and Case, six, Calena, five, Caydie, four, Coralee, three, Caris, one, and now baby Cambria. But their journey to parenthood got off to a rocky start. After marrying Chris in October 2008, the newlyweds conceived within two months,…

Like many people, when the UK was plunged into lockdown in March 2020, Megan Peltell turned to food for comfort. And within six months, she was her heaviest ever at 17st 6lbs. So when her boyfriend of nine years, Ryan, popped the question, all Megan, 26, could think about was how she’d feel as the centre of attention on her big day. She was desperate to transform her shape in a bid to gain confidence and the determined bride-to-be from Kent lost 6st 7lbs in 18 months. Megan says, “I’d never been confident with my looks, but it was more about how I was going to feel – I want my wedding day to be the happiest day of my life. It was the motivation I needed to overhaul my…

The return to the classroom is nearing fast, and while children might feel excitement, it’s often tinged with nerves. “The first week back is often filled with a variety of emotions – nerves, relief, fear and stress – for both kids and parents,” says Jenna Farrelly, children’s emotional wellbeing expert at Mother Fit. “Plus, after several weeks off, routines tend to be out the window. Late nights, unbrushed hair and zero reading probably sound familiar right now!” The good news is that with a little planning and preparation, we can help kids thrive as they make the transition back into the classroom. Here, our experts give their top tips for a smooth start to the school year… SOOTHE NERVES Whether your kids are moving up a year or starting a…

DR CHRISTIAN GIVES HIS TAKE ON THE HOT HEALTH TOPICS OF THE WEEK I’m very pro vaping – but I’m not pro kids vaping. There are clear rules, guidelines and laws about who vaping is for, and who it’s not for, and where that’s being ignored we have a problem. Importantly, that doesn’t mean vaping is bad and unsafe. Every year, 50,000 to 70,000 people quit smoking using e-cigarettes who wouldn’t have managed by other means. VAPING ISN’T ‘WRONG’ Most teens have tried drinking or smoking cigarettes and arguably that’s all a part of growing up. They try these things, get it out of their system and move on. My worry with these kinds of stories is that we decide vapes are terrible and no one should be able to…

One in four women in the UK doesn’t report experiences of online abuse, in fact they don’t even talk about it, even though a staggering 25 per cent of them have been left traumatised by the experience, with one in five having panic attacks as a result. Online abuse isn’t reserved for the rich and famous, and it can take many forms. The most common abuses are receiving unwanted sexual messages, cyberstalking and being sent unwanted violent or pornographic content. I speak to so many women who’ve been affected by this, and the overwhelming sense they have is helplessness. BUILD A CASE Too often you are told to simply block and report the abuse, but all it takes is for someone to set up another account and they can send…

PERK UP YOUR COMPLEXION A do-all base that combines skincare and make-up is perfect for pepping up your complexion. This tinted moisturiser adds a little warmth to skin and is infused with vitamin B3 to help conceal pores and fine lines. L’ORÉAL PARIS AGE PERFECT BB COVER £11.99 SOOTHE SKIN This luxurious olive-infused balm is the only product you need for instant hydration. It’s a multipurpose hero that can be applied to dry skin – perfect for lips, elbows, cuticles or anywhere else that needs a bit of TLC. We also love swiping it over eyelids and cheeks for a subtle glossy look in seconds – and it’s only £3! PRIMARK OLIVE MULTIBALM £3 WAKE UP LIPS & CHEEKS Instead of wasting time rifling through your make-up bag for multiple…

NEW SERIES 1 MARRIED AT FIRST SIGHT UK HAPPILY EVER AFTERS? MON 29 AUG-THU 1 SEPT, 9PM, E4 Why wouldn’t you want to walk down the aisle with a complete stranger? A brand-new series of the addictive MAFS UK launches (hooray!), with a fresh batch of singles looking for their happily-ever-after. They’ll be matched by returning experts Melanie Schilling, Paul C. Brunson and Charlene Douglas, before making a life-long commitment to one another at a glamorous ceremony. Once the celebrations are over (and a luxurious honeymoon done), it’s time to put that love well and truly to the test – by moving in with each other and their fellow couples… ALSO WATCH: MAFS UK: One Year On, straight after this at 10.35pm. FACTFILE The new series will welcome its first-ever lesbian…

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