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As one of the planet's most famous popstars, Niall Horan looks to be blessed with effortless natural confidence. He has performed to millions of fans around the world and on TV, rising to stardom on The X Factor . But the 25-year-old star has revealed his outgoing personality actually comes from how he was brought up. Niall has spoken about his childhood ahead of his appearance in the upcoming Soccer Aid for Unicef match, which will raise money to keep kids everywhere happy, healthy and able to play. And he says it's vital youngsters get to enjoy a childhood full of play. "When you're out playing with your friends you're learning about yourself," he said. "You're learning people skills, you're learning how to be a child. "When I was a kid, being out there with friends, meeting new people, definitely made me the outgoing person I am now. "You don't realise how much it stands you in good stead for when you're older. "And sadly, not all kids have this value." Horan will feature in the … [Read more...] about Niall Horan reveals secret to his confidence – and it has nothing to do with being famous

I'm A Celebrity viewers were left asking where Myles Stephenson was in the latest episode of the ITV jungle series. The "missing' contestant was said to be lacking air-time by fans who couldn't see him at all. He did eventually appear on screen and took centre stage with Kate Garraway, as they took part in a hilarious challenge to win a treat for camp. The Rak-Su singer and Good Morning Britain host Kate had to dress up as giant pigeons, leaving viewers in hysterics. But some fans weren't happy with the apparently small amount of footage The X Factor star appeared in. In fact prior to the Dingo Dollar Challenge, viewers were questioning his absence on screen. Taking to Twitter , viewers queried where he was as others asked bosses to show more of him. One fan said: "Where is Myles tonight? Did something happen to him?" Another tweeted: "Sorry but where is Myles’ screen time tonight I’ve hardly seen him?? Sort it out @imacelebrity." A third added: "This is like where's … [Read more...] about I’m A Celebrity fans confused over ‘missing’ star as battle for air-time begins

Tributes have come pouring in for beloved actress Liz Smith. The Royle Family star, who played Nana in the hit comedy series, passed away aged 95, a spokesperson confirmed on Monday night. Taking to Twitter shortly after the news broke, Liz's Royle Family co-star Ralf Little - who played Liz’s grandson Anthony Royle in the sitcom - paid his respects. "Devastating to lose two members of my second family in one awful year. RIP Liz Smith. Goodbye Nana," he wrote. As well as playing Nana, Liz starred in a number of other TV roles including Mrs Cropley in the Vicar of Dibley alongside Dawn French, and characters in Lark Rise to Candleford and Tim Burton’s Charlie and the Chocolate Family. The much-loved actress won a film BAFTA in 1984 for her role in the film A Private Function. In summer 2009, she announced she was retiring from acting after suffering a stroke earlier that year. Speaking to The Telegraph, she said the stroke had "finished" her, before adding: "I’ll … [Read more...] about Ralf Little pays heartbreaking tribute to Royle Family co-star Liz Smith after actress passes away aged 95

Josie Cunningham has made a name for herself with some of the most shocking declarations imaginable in recent years but, her latest appearance on Loose Women may have topped the lot. Once dubbed 'Britain's most hated woman', Josie has been known over the years for her outrageous comments and apparent lack of shame in her bid to become famous. On today's episode of Loose Women she left viewers reeling by claiming to "deeply regret" her past behaviour and vow to turn over a new leaf. Showing off a new look, she spoke candidly about some of her most shocking stunts - including selling tickets to the birth of her own child - and insisted she had changed once and for all. Read more: But how did the mum of three become such a figure of hate? We take a look back at her most controversial moments. Boob job on the NHS to become a glamour model Josie first made a name for herself back in 2013 when she demanded a £4,800 boob job on the NHS to become a glamour model. She begged NHS doctors … [Read more...] about Josie Cunningham’s most shocking moments from abortion threats to Jimmy Savile abuse claims

I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here has offered stars a get out of jail free card for their huge bills. Cash-strapped stars are willing to "slum" it in the jungle with the promise of a big payout to keep the tax man away. In Thursday's episode, Cliff Parisi confessed the stars were "really slumming it" when he was exiled to the jungle jailhouse - which is a second more basic camp in interesting twist for this year's series. Ian Wright, Cliff and James Haskell have been plagued with money troubles which spurred them on to star on the reality show. James Haskell James is said to be picking up a pay cheque of £50,000 for his role in jungle life. It comes as the rugby professional's circuit gym studio Hask 45 Limited faces has mounting debts, according to The Daily Star. Hask 45 Limited filed accounts showing the firm owed more than £400,000 in October. The sports star owns a franchise of global chain F45, in Bath. The Mirror has approached James Haskell for further comment. … [Read more...] about I’m A Celeb’s stars ‘slumming’ it to pay huge bills totalling over £2million