0 Have your say When a manager who bleeds red and white threatens to walk away from Sheffield United, you know all is not well behind the scenes. So when Chris Wilder admitted he could be forced out by divisions in their boardroom, it must be hoped his words bring those in charge to their senses. Because, if things continue as they are, Bramall Lane will lose the best thing which has happened to it in recent years.The dispute between HRH Prince Abdullah bin Musa’ad bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and his fellow co-owner Kevin McCabe is no longer just a political conflict. It is, following the 50-year-old’s plea for “clarity” and “direction”, a battle for hearts and minds in the dressing room too.If Wilder does not receive the help he requires to ensure continued progress following 23 remarkable months at the helm, the fall-out could be catastrophic. And not just on the pitch, where he has restored pride, delivered promotion and, until last … [Read more...] about The Star says: Sort it out! Don’t let Sheffield United lose their most prized asset
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Le Mans legends – dine with the stars of la Sarthe at charity dinner
A special evening in the company of various Le Mans 24 Hours winners and many other luminaries from the world of motorsport is taking place on May 17, 2018 – and you could join them. Star drivers and racing royalty such as Richard Attwood, Derek Bell MBE, David Brabham, Ross Brawn OBE, Tony Brooks, Martin Brundle, Marino Franchitti, Nick Fry, David Piper, Andy Priaulx, David Richards CBE, Guy Smith, Harry Tincknell and Darren Turner have all been confirmed to attend, with more to follow. The first victory at Le Mans for one of the famous Gulf-liveried cars will be celebrated at the Hope For Tomorrow 2018 Legends of Le Mans Dinner, marking 50 years since Pedro Rodriguez and Lucien Bianchi won the famous 24 Hours aboard their John Wyer Automotive-entered Ford GT40 Mk1. Jacky Ickx and Jackie Oliver repeated the feat in exactly the same car in 1969, with Ickx later teaming with Derek Bell to give the instantly recognisable blue-and-orange Gulf livery a third victory … [Read more...] about Le Mans legends – dine with the stars of la Sarthe at charity dinner
Gypsy king Paddy Doherty kisses the coffin of his beloved mum ‘Queenie’ after she dies of a heart attack following the passing of her husband
GYPSY king Paddy Doherty has revealed his mother has died of a broken heart following the death of her husband almost a year ago. Known as Queenie among the traveller community, Elizabeth Doherty suffered a heart attack on Monday, just days after a headstone was placed on the grave of spouse Simon. Big Brother star Paddy said his parents would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this year, and that his mother "definitely a million per cent" died of a broken heart. "She never wanted to live when my father died, and all she wanted was the headstone and it to be up," the 59-year-old told the Press Association. "That went up and then she started saying 'I am going to go now, I want God to take me, God will take me very shortly', and four days afterwards she died of a massive heart attack. "She wanted that, she wanted to go." Married at a very young age and with 17 children between them, he said the family believe that their father was waiting for her on the other side when … [Read more...] about Gypsy king Paddy Doherty kisses the coffin of his beloved mum ‘Queenie’ after she dies of a heart attack following the passing of her husband
Who is Fadi Fawaz? George Michael’s boyfriend who found the late singer’s body and is now selling the star’s belongings
FADI Fawaz was thrust into the spotlight when he revealed that he discovered George Michael's lifeless body "peacefully" in bed on Christmas Day 2016. But who is Fadi, how did he meet the superstar and why is he selling the late star's possessions? Here's all you need to know... Who is Fadi Fawaz and how did he meet George Michael? Australian-born Fadi Fawaz, 44, is a hairdresser to the stars who previously worked as a photographer and frequently posts his pictures on social media. He was scarred by the death of his pal Boyzone star Stephen Gately whose heart stopped beating due to sudden adult death syndrome in 2009. His work, which is available to view on photosharing site Flickr, is highly stylised and edited to appear to integrate elements of graphic design. He was first photographed with George in 2015 after they were snapped walking together in Switzerland. George and Fadi first met in 2009. The pair started their romance shortly after George's split with his … [Read more...] about Who is Fadi Fawaz? George Michael’s boyfriend who found the late singer’s body and is now selling the star’s belongings
British photographer to the stars Sarah Dunn suffers horrific brain injury in car crash as Hollywood A-listers rally in support
A CELEBRATED British photographer to the stars has been left with a traumatic brain injury following a horrific car crash. Sarah Dunn was left critically injured after being hit by a speeding vehicle as she crossed the road near her Los Angeles home on Tuesday evening. The Hollywood photographer was placed in a medically induced coma after suffering a fractured skull and diffuse axonal injury – a severe and devastating form of brain injury. According to her husband Marcus Doyle, she now faces a “long, difficult fight”, with her recovery likely to take years. A number of Hollywood stars, including James McAvoy, Robert Patrick and Nicholas Hoult, have joined the photographer’s fans to show their support for her recovery. These A-List names have joined Sarah’s friends, family and dozens of other high profile names to contribute to a GoFundMe page, established to aid Sarah’s recovery. Marcus, a fellow high-profile photographer, launched the GoFundMe … [Read more...] about British photographer to the stars Sarah Dunn suffers horrific brain injury in car crash as Hollywood A-listers rally in support