The X Factor judge admitted that her family is 'really hardcore' against termination because her mother had her at the tender age of 18.
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Alex shares an intimate embrace with both his ex Jess and his girlfriend Lottie
Made In Chelsea's Alex and Jess - who have dated on and off-screen - were caught sharing a clinch on the beach in Barbados, with Lottie nearby.
Made In Chelsea's Alex and Jess - who have dated on and off-screen - were caught sharing a clinch on the beach in Barbados, with Lottie nearby.
Coronation Street's Jane Danson reveals her character's pregnancy storyline is a sad reminder of miscarriage
The actress explained that Leanne's storyline has prompted a lot of interviewers to ask her about her own role as a mother.
- Room for one more? Alex Mytton and friendly ex Jess Woodley share an intimate embrace on the beach... before he indulges in a passionate clinch with his girlfriend Lottie Moss
- 'My mama's lips': Louis Tomlinson's little sister Lottie reveals her tattoo is a tribute to their late mother Johannah
- Leaving nothing to the imagination! Playboy vet Joanna Krupa flashes her bottom and side boob as she poses nude for new shoot
- 'You changed his life and she wanted to thank you': Johannah Deakin's widower reveals heartbreaking words she penned for Louis Tomlinson's 'amazing' 1D fans before her death
- 'I want to encourage everybody to keep your babies': Nicole Scherzinger almost turned down the role of Penny in Dirty Dancing remake because of abortion storyline
- 'It’s been difficult at times': Coronation Street's Jane Danson reveals her character Leanne's pregnancy storyline is a sad reminder that she lost a baby herself two years ago
- Her own best advert! Rita Ora swaps underwear for outerwear as she flashes her bra and endless legs in silky robe for lingerie launch
- Former boardroom bombshell Selina Waterman-Smith flaunts her figure in a plunging gold bodysuit as she smooches 'human Ken doll' Rodrigo Alves at mini Apprentice reunion
- SPOILER ALERT: Ashley Thomas set to HIT baby Max as heartbreaking Emmerdale dementia storyline takes a dramatic turn
- 'I am always at fight weight': Ariel Winter, 18, posts very sexy pic to Instagram in plunging basque top
- Myleene Klass oozes sophistication as she shows off her lithe physique in festive red gown to host Christmas charity carol concert
- PICTURED: Flip Or Flop's Christina El Moussa steps out with Louis Vuitton handbag after split... amid claims her expensive 'champagne taste' contributed to marriage demise
- 'With our beautiful children': Mariah Carey and her twins take sweet photo on power playdate with Beyonce and Blue Ivy after holiday concert
- Getting rid of the Beer belly! Justin Bieber goes for a run with crop top-wearing protégée Madison... but leaves her in his wake
- Leaving nothing to the imagination! Playboy vet Joanna Krupa flashes her bottom and side boob as she poses nude for new shoot
- 'The snuggle is real!' Pregnant Pink shares sweet topless photo as daughter Willow cradles her bump
- Split! Flip Or Flop's Tarek and Christina El Moussa end seven year marriage as it is revealed they have both been seeing other people
- She's a very naughty angel! Victoria's Secret model Josephine Skriver whips off her bra for topless shot while on lingerie shoot in Miami
- New couple! Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman confirms she's been secretly dating NFL player Colton Underwood for four months
- That's different! NBA legend Kobe Bryant and his wife pick a name for their newborn daughter
- How does she stay so slim? Kylie Jenner shows off stunning figure in skintight leotard before baking Christmas sugar cookies
- Tove Lo dons flame-crotched PVC overalls with pasties at Washington, DC's Jingle Ball
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THE BIG PICTURES
Rita Ora swaps underwear for outerwear as she flashes her endless legs in silky robe for lingerie launch
The 25-year-old Hot Right Now hitmaker flashed her sheer lace triangle bra before wrapping up in a barely-there satin robe which flashed her bust.
Myleene Klass oozes sophistication as she shows off her lithe physique in red gown to host Christmas concert
The 38-year-old former Hear'Say star looked sensational as she joined a mass of fellow musicians at the annual festive fundraiser.
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- Former boardroom bombshell Selina Waterman-Smith flaunts her figure in a plunging gold bodysuit as she smooches 'human Ken doll' Rodrigo Alves
- Myleene Klass oozes sophistication as she shows off her lithe physique in festive red gown to host Christmas charity carol concert Hear'Say star
- Natalie Dormer nails Victoriana chic in stunning sheer black gown as she leads the stars at Childline concert The 34-year-old actress looked sensational
- 'It's been difficult at times': Corrie's Jane Danson reveals her character Leanne's pregnancy storyline is a sad reminder that she lost a baby herself
- PIC EXCLUSIVE: 'I'll be asking for something engraved...' Frankie Bridge stuns... as she shares excitement over Christmas with husband Wayne
- 'My mama's lips': Louis Tomlinson's little sister Lottie reveals her tattoo is a tribute to their late mother Johannah Lost her cancer battle last week
- Ex On The Beach's Jemma Lucy shares titillating nude bathtime snap as she cleanses her body with coffee scrub Sitting in the bathtub
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- 'Keep your babies': Nicole Scherzinger almost turned down the role of Penny in Dirty Dancing remake because of abortion storyline
- 'You changed his life and she wanted to thank you': Johannah Deakin's widower reveals heartbreaking words she penned for 1D fans before her death
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- 'Should be fascinating': Lady Gaga agrees to interview with Piers Morgan about sexual abuse and PTSD... after presenter cast doubt on her rape claims
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- Sienna Miller showcases her preppy sense of style in a burgundy jumper and flared black trousers Looked effortlessly chic for the appearance
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- SPOILER ALERT: The Voice crowns season 11 champion during star-studded and rocking two-hour finale Another Voice winner has been revealed
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- SPOILER ALERT: Jennifer Metcalfe joins her Hollyoaks co-stars to film tragic Celine McQueen funeral scenes
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Has Kylie made a cracker...or is her Christmas CD a turkey? ADRIAN THRILLS reviews this year's festive offerings
Having spread the seasonal spirit for the first time last year, Kylie returns with an expanded version of her Christmas album. It features a throaty cameo from Iggy Pop and duet with Frank Sinatra.
THEATRE
- A Pan that deserves a panning: This version of JM Barrie's classic is too grown up, writes PATRICK MARMION
- I smell a hit for the perfume lovebirds: QUENTIN LETTS says She Loves Me is heaven scent
- Politics whipped up to fever pitch: This House is like a manic episode of Countdown, writes PATRICK MARMION
- Digging the dirt down on Misery Farm...Buried Child is a horrid play well acted, says QUENTIN LETTS
- Radiating charm in the face of danger: QUENTIN LETTS sees post-nuke family fallout in The Children
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- Simon Reeve: 'Guidebooks aren't bibles'
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- Piers Morgan takes his boys Down Under
- Sesame treat! Michelle Heaton goes to Jamaica
- Strictly Kos: James and Ola in Greece
- Paint me! Lisa Snowdon safaris in Kenya
LATEST ALBUM RELEASES
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THE KILLERS
Dont Waste Your Wishes (iTunes)
The Killers have made a charity single every Christmas since 2006, and Dont Waste Your Wishes gathers all 11 together.With Elton John and Neil Tennant contributing, and singer Brandon Flowerss mischievous sense of humour to the fore, the outcome is impressive. Feel It In My Bones forms the centrepiece of a song trilogy that cast the bands road manager as a murderous Santa with sinister plans for those on his naughty list. The sole cover is a real tear-jerker, as Flowers hooks up with his former Las Vegas school teacher Mr Hansen, now 86, on Ill Be Home For Christmas. Available to download, Dont Waste Your Wishes is out on CD today thekillersmusic.com.
★★★★★
Dont Waste Your Wishes (iTunes)
The Killers have made a charity single every Christmas since 2006, and Dont Waste Your Wishes gathers all 11 together.With Elton John and Neil Tennant contributing, and singer Brandon Flowerss mischievous sense of humour to the fore, the outcome is impressive. Feel It In My Bones forms the centrepiece of a song trilogy that cast the bands road manager as a murderous Santa with sinister plans for those on his naughty list. The sole cover is a real tear-jerker, as Flowers hooks up with his former Las Vegas school teacher Mr Hansen, now 86, on Ill Be Home For Christmas. Available to download, Dont Waste Your Wishes is out on CD today thekillersmusic.com.
★★★★★
KYLIE MINOGUE
Kylie Christmas Snow Queen Edition (Parlophone)
Having spread the seasonal spirit for the first time last year, Kylie returns with an expanded version of her Christmas album. High on festive kitsch, with the Australian disco diva (right) decked out in purple tinsel and silver stilettos on the sleeve, it features a throaty cameo from Iggy Pop and a beyond-the-grave duet with Frank Sinatra. The mood is playful, although the six new numbers dont add much in terms of originality. Paul McCartneys Wonderful Christmastime (sung here with Mika) and Wizzards I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday are blunted by familiarity. East 17s Stay Another Day and Rozallas dance hit Everybodys Free (To Feel Good) arent even Christmas songs.
★★★
Kylie Christmas Snow Queen Edition (Parlophone)
Having spread the seasonal spirit for the first time last year, Kylie returns with an expanded version of her Christmas album. High on festive kitsch, with the Australian disco diva (right) decked out in purple tinsel and silver stilettos on the sleeve, it features a throaty cameo from Iggy Pop and a beyond-the-grave duet with Frank Sinatra. The mood is playful, although the six new numbers dont add much in terms of originality. Paul McCartneys Wonderful Christmastime (sung here with Mika) and Wizzards I Wish It Could Be Christmas Everyday are blunted by familiarity. East 17s Stay Another Day and Rozallas dance hit Everybodys Free (To Feel Good) arent even Christmas songs.
★★★
GILLIAN WELCH
Boots No. 1 (Acony)
Welch revisits her 1996 debut Revival with this expanded (and retitled) edition, adding rarities plus eight unreleased songs. Produced by T-Bone Burnett and hailed as one of the best alt-country albums ever made, it augments her heartache songs with the strumming and vocal harmonies of Dave Rawlings. Paper Wings echoes Patsy Cline, while I Dont Want To Go Downtown is worthy of Tom Waits.
★★★★
Boots No. 1 (Acony)
Welch revisits her 1996 debut Revival with this expanded (and retitled) edition, adding rarities plus eight unreleased songs. Produced by T-Bone Burnett and hailed as one of the best alt-country albums ever made, it augments her heartache songs with the strumming and vocal harmonies of Dave Rawlings. Paper Wings echoes Patsy Cline, while I Dont Want To Go Downtown is worthy of Tom Waits.
★★★★
VARIOUS
Moana OST (Universal)
Music plays a significant role in the Disney hit, as this infectious pop soundtrack demonstrates. Hawaiian actress Aulii Cravalho (who voices teen princess Moana) soars with gutsy aplomb on the theme song. Wrestler-turned-actor Dwayne The Rock Johnson strikes a conversational note on Youre Welcome. With guest spots from Nicole Scherzinger and Alessia Cara, it is shaping up to be this years Frozen.
★★★
Moana OST (Universal)
Music plays a significant role in the Disney hit, as this infectious pop soundtrack demonstrates. Hawaiian actress Aulii Cravalho (who voices teen princess Moana) soars with gutsy aplomb on the theme song. Wrestler-turned-actor Dwayne The Rock Johnson strikes a conversational note on Youre Welcome. With guest spots from Nicole Scherzinger and Alessia Cara, it is shaping up to be this years Frozen.
★★★
JOHN LEGEND
Darkness And Light (Columbia)
As the singer behind the romantic ballads All Of Me and Ordinary People, John Legend traditionally explores soft soul. This fifth album finds him branching out musically without sacrificing his artistry. Brittany Howard, of the gritty Alabama Shakes, is a revealing presence on the sultry title track, while Overload is all jazzy sax and jagged guitar. Its not all bold experimentation, though. Right By You is a ballad inspired by Legends baby daughter Luna.
★★★★
Darkness And Light (Columbia)
As the singer behind the romantic ballads All Of Me and Ordinary People, John Legend traditionally explores soft soul. This fifth album finds him branching out musically without sacrificing his artistry. Brittany Howard, of the gritty Alabama Shakes, is a revealing presence on the sultry title track, while Overload is all jazzy sax and jagged guitar. Its not all bold experimentation, though. Right By You is a ballad inspired by Legends baby daughter Luna.
★★★★
VAULTS
Caught In Still Life (Virgin EMI)
Vaults will forever be associated with jumpy fox cubs thanks to their presence on this years John Lewis Christmas advert, but there is more to the London trio than that cover of Randy Crawfords classic One Day Ill Fly Away. This debut allies Blythe Pepinos emotive female voice with the cool electronica of her male bandmates. Despite echoes of Kate Bush and London Grammar, its sombre moods become repetitive.
★★★
Caught In Still Life (Virgin EMI)
Vaults will forever be associated with jumpy fox cubs thanks to their presence on this years John Lewis Christmas advert, but there is more to the London trio than that cover of Randy Crawfords classic One Day Ill Fly Away. This debut allies Blythe Pepinos emotive female voice with the cool electronica of her male bandmates. Despite echoes of Kate Bush and London Grammar, its sombre moods become repetitive.
★★★