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Scottish Sun
7 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Eden Blackman dead: Celebs Go Dating star's heartbroken family announce death after ‘long illness'
Eden stepped back from the limelight after his exit from the E4 reality show CELEBS Go Dating star Eden Blackman has died following a long illness, his family has confirmed. A post on Eden's official Instagram account this evening paid a heartbreaking tribute to the dating expert and TV star. Advertisement 3 Eden Blackman has died, his family revealed in a statemen tonight Credit: Instagram 3 The TV star was best known for his work on Celebs Go Dating Credit: Instagram Alongside a smiling picture of Eden, 57, it read: "We are heartbroken to share that our beloved Eden passed away on 21 June 2025, after carrying a long illness with quiet grace. "Eden blazed through life with charm, mischief and a fire that was entirely his own, magnetic, stylish, sharp, impossibly handsome and always up for the adventure. "Music was his first love and constant companion, a pulse that shaped who he was, and he carved his path through that world with instinct, passion and deep care for the people he worked with. "Later he brought that same energy and wild spark to television, helping others shine. He championed people with sincerity, humour and encouragement, always wanting others to feel seen at their best. Advertisement "To know Eden was to be caught in his orbit - fun, unpredictable, vivid and full of life. He stood proud, laughed loudly and lived as only he could. We'll carry his spirit with us always. "We ask for privacy as we find our way through this loss, and thank you for your love and kindness." Tributes came flooding in from shocked friends and followers. His Celebs Go Dating successor Paul C Brunson wrote: "Sending love and deepest condolences. I never met Eden, but we were forever linked through Celebs Go Dating. He showed me kindness when he didn't have to, and I'll never forget it. May he rest in paradise." Advertisement Show co-star Tom Read Wilson said: "This is so very sad. I will always be hugely grateful for his kindness and generosity of spirit. My deepest condolences at this heartbreaking time. Xx." Pop star Example posted: "Eden believed in me years before I had any playlist action at the big radio stations. Many fond memories. A truly unique energy. Big love x." When is Celebs Go Dating 2018 on E4, who is in the line-up and why did Eden Blackman leave? This Morning's Dr Zoe Williams wrote: "Sorry to hear this and I hope that you will find comfort in knowing that he is now at peace." Another person wrote: "This is sad news. Rest easy, Eden." Advertisement A second fan said: "What a huge shock. I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending copious amounts of love." Eden found fame as a dating expert on Celebs Go Dating, starring in the E4 show's first four series alongside Nadia Essex and Tom Read Wilson.
The Irish Sun
7 days ago
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- The Irish Sun
Eden Blackman dead: Celebs Go Dating star's heartbroken family announce death after ‘long illness'
CELEBS Go Dating star Eden Blackman has died following a long illness, his family has confirmed. A post on Eden's official Instagram account this evening paid a heartbreaking tribute to the dating expert and TV star. Advertisement 3 Eden Blackman has died, his family revealed in a statemen tonight Credit: Instagram 3 The TV star was best known for his work on Celebs Go Dating Credit: Instagram Alongside a smiling picture of "Eden blazed through life with charm, mischief and a fire that was entirely his own, magnetic, stylish, sharp, impossibly handsome and always up for the adventure. "Music was his first love and constant companion, a pulse that shaped who he was, and he carved his path through that world with instinct, passion and deep care for the people he worked with. "Later he brought that same energy and wild spark to television, helping others shine. He championed people with sincerity, humour and encouragement, always wanting others to feel seen at their best. Advertisement READ MORE ON EDEN BLACKMAN "To know Eden was to be caught in his orbit - fun, unpredictable, vivid and full of life. He stood proud, laughed loudly and lived as only he could. We'll carry his spirit with us always. "We ask for privacy as we find our way through this loss, and thank you for your love and kindness." Tributes came flooding in from shocked friends and followers. His Celebs Go Dating successor Paul C Brunson wrote: "Sending love and deepest condolences. I never met Eden, but we were forever linked through Celebs Go Dating. He showed me kindness when he didn't have to, and I'll never forget it. May he rest in paradise." Advertisement Most read in News TV Show co-star Tom Read Wilson said: "This is so very sad. I will always be hugely grateful for his kindness and generosity of spirit. My deepest condolences at this heartbreaking time. Xx." Pop star Example posted: "Eden believed in me years before I had any playlist action at the big radio stations. Many fond memories. A truly unique energy. Big love x." When is Celebs Go Dating 2018 on E4, who is in the line-up and why did Eden Blackman leave? This Morning's Dr Zoe Williams wrote: "Sorry to hear this and I hope that you will find comfort in knowing that he is now at peace." Another person wrote: "This is sad news. Rest easy, Eden." Advertisement A second fan said: "What a huge shock. I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending copious amounts of love." Eden found fame as a dating expert on Celebs Go Dating, starring in the E4 show's first four series alongside Nadia Essex and Tom Read Wilson. 3 Eden's big smile lit up TV studios Credit: Rex Features
Scottish Sun
11-06-2025
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- Scottish Sun
Celebs Go Dating thrown into chaos as star STORMS off set leaving bosses scrambling
Keep scrolling to find out more about what happened show shock Celebs Go Dating thrown into chaos as star STORMS off set leaving bosses scrambling CELEBS Go Dating bosses were left scrambling when a star stormed off set during filming. The E4 reality series sees single stars join an exclusive dating agency in a bid to find romance. Advertisement 3 The Chase's Mark Labbett stormed off set on Celebs Go Dating Credit: Getty 3 The show's resident team of experts Credit: Nic Serpell-Rand / Channel 4 The Sun can reveal one famous face was far from pleased when filming went on longer than expected. Viewers best know quizzer Mark Labbett - aka The Beast - for ITV quiz show The Chase. A source said: "The Beast threw a strop the other week and walked off as filming overran and he wasn't happy about it. "It was a really long day, around 11 hours, and none of them expected it to go on for so long. Advertisement "The others put up with it, but Mark isn't one to hide what he was feeling. "He made it clear he'd had enough and stormed out, leaving filming altogether. "Bosses were scrambling behind the scenes and everyone was really stressed about whether he would come back, but luckily after getting a good night's sleep, Mark calmed down and returned to set the next day." The Sun has approached a rep for Celebs Go Dating for comment. Advertisement Mark, 59, joins stars including Kerry Katona and S Club's Jon Lee in the latest Celebs Go Dating line-up. He has been part of The Chase since the show launched on ITV in 2009. The Chase's Mark Labbett breaks silence on split from TV star girlfriend as he reveals heartbreaking reason he ended it The pro quizzer previously split from ex Hayley Palmer after a year of dating. Speaking about Hayley last year, Mark told The Sun: "She's a lovely lady and I was very lucky to date her for a year, and as I said: it's me, I got old. Advertisement "There's been no one since Hayley." Earlier this year, The Sun revealed Celebs Go Dating had signed up the brainbox. A source said: 'Everyone loves the Chasers and The Beast has a big fan base of his own, too. "Nearly a year on from his split, Mark's ready to find The One. Advertisement 'And he is intrigued to see how the agency experts handle his approach to dating.' The Sun has also told how Mark dozed off while on a date with a woman during filming last month. A source shared: "Mark was yawning a lot and drifted off briefly. "It was a bit of an awkward moment. Advertisement "It's safe to say there wasn't much of a spark between them."
The Irish Sun
11-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Celebs Go Dating thrown into chaos as star STORMS off set leaving bosses scrambling
CELEBS Go Dating bosses were left scrambling when a star stormed off set during filming. The E4 reality series sees single stars join an exclusive dating agency in a bid to find romance. 3 The Chase's Mark Labbett stormed off set on Celebs Go Dating Credit: Getty 3 The show's resident team of experts Credit: Nic Serpell-Rand / Channel 4 The Sun can reveal one famous face was far from pleased when filming went on longer than expected. Viewers best know quizzer A source said: "The Beast threw a strop the other week and walked off as filming overran and he wasn't happy about it. "It was a really long day, around 11 hours, and none of them expected it to go on for so long. Read more on Celebs Go Dating "The others put up with it, but Mark isn't one to hide what he was feeling. "He made it clear he'd had enough and stormed out, leaving filming altogether. "Bosses were scrambling behind the scenes and everyone was really stressed about whether he would come back, but luckily after getting a good night's sleep , Mark calmed down and returned to set the next day." The Sun has approached a rep for Celebs Go Dating for comment. Most read in Reality Mark, 59, joins stars including Kerry Katona and S Club's Dating line-up. He has been part of The Chase since the show launched on ITV in 2009. The Chase's Mark Labbett breaks silence on split from TV star girlfriend as he reveals heartbreaking reason he ended it The pro quizzer dating . Speaking about Hayley last year, Mark told The Sun: "She's a lovely lady and I was very lucky to date her for a year, and as I said: it's me, I got old. "There's been no one since Hayley." Earlier this year, The Sun revealed Celebs Go Dating had A source said: 'Everyone loves the Chasers and The Beast has a big fan base of his own, too. "Nearly a year on from his split, Mark's ready to find The One. 'And he is intrigued to see how the agency experts handle his approach to dating .' The Sun has also told A source shared: "Mark was yawning a lot and drifted off briefly. "It was a bit of an awkward moment. "It's safe to say there wasn't much of a spark between them." 3 Mark has starred in The Chase since 2009 Credit: ITV
Scottish Sun
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Celebs Go Dating star Jon Lee finds love on E4 show as new boyfriend revealed
Keep scrolling to find out more about the new relationship new romance Celebs Go Dating star Jon Lee finds love on E4 show as new boyfriend revealed Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) CELEBS Go Dating's Jon Lee has begun a new relationship - having met his now-boyfriend through the show. The S Club singer, 43, is among the famous faces set to appear in the E4 dating programme's latest series. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 4 S Club's Jon Lee has found love on Celebs Go Dating Credit: Nic Serpell-Rand / Channel 4 4 Jon has found love with Jordan Fairhurst Credit: instagram/@jordanfairhurst85 It sees single stars join an exclusive dating agency in a bid to find romance. The Sun can reveal Jon's efforts ultimately prove successful, as he has found love with hunky Jordan Fairhurst. Jordan, who works in marketing, met Jon when they were set up by the show's matchmakers. An insider tells The Sun: "Sparks flew between Jon and Jordan instantly. "There was a real connection there from the get go and things developed really quickly. "They have been on a few dates on the show, but now they are in official and in a full blown relationship. "Jon never expected to find something serious on the show. but Jordan really took him by surprise. "Fans will see how the relationship develops on the show but it's one of the love stories of the series. It's all very sweet." Earlier this year, Jon took to Instagram and shared news of his Celebs Go Dating involvement. He captioned: "So exciting to be joining the season 14 cast of @celebsgodating!" S Club 7's Jon Lee tries to find love on dating show Dinner Date One fan commented: "I can't wait to see you on this, you'll be fab xxxx." Another wrote: "Love this... goodluck lovely." While a third penned: "Looking froward to watch our Jon look for romance." A fourth remarked: "Oh hello!!!!! How exciting." Filming is taking place in Ibiza during the first date stages, for the first time ever. The cast previously jetted off to the White Isle to begin filming, with the show airing in the summer. Also on board are The Chase quizzer Mark Labbett, Too Hot To Handle hunk Louis Russell, former Love Island contestant, Olivia Hawkins and Sam Prince from Made In Chelsea. Where stars of Celebs Go Dating are now? Celebs Go Dating premiered in 2016 and has since aired a whopping twelve series of the show and has helped almost 50 famous faces try and find love. Whilst many didn't find their forever partner on the programme, many of the show's biggest names have nonetheless managed to settle down of their own accord. Charlotte Crosby (series 1 - 2016) - The show's first big signee was Charlotte who was fresh from quitting Geordie Shore and splitting with on-off love Gaz Beadle. On the show, she enjoyed dates with a stripper named Jeavon and MAFS hunk Brad Skelly -years before he took part in the E4 marriage programme. These days, the reality megastar has found love with businessman Jake Ankers and the pair share daughter Alba Jean together. Having got engaged in Dubai last year, with the proposal filmed for her BBC series Charlotte in Sunderland, the TV couple are now planning a wedding of their dreams as well as hoping for more children. The show's first big signee was Charlotte who was fresh from quitting Geordie Shore and splitting with on-off love Gaz Beadle. On the show, she enjoyed dates with a stripper named Jeavon and MAFS hunk Brad Skelly -years before he took part in the E4 marriage programme. These days, the reality megastar has found love with businessman Jake Ankers and the pair share daughter Alba Jean together. Having got engaged in Dubai last year, with the proposal filmed for her BBC series Charlotte in Sunderland, the TV couple are now planning a wedding of their dreams as well as hoping for more children. Ferne McCann (series 2 - 2017) - Ferne was fresh out of the I'm A Celebrity jungle when she joined the Celebrity Dating Agency. Although the TOWIE beauty failed to find lasting love on the programme, she soon became a mother to baby Sunday with her jailed ex, Arthur Collins. These days she is happily with her fiance Lorri Haines and the couple even have their own child together, Finty. Ferne was fresh out of the I'm A Celebrity jungle when she joined the Celebrity Dating Agency. Although the TOWIE beauty failed to find lasting love on the programme, she soon became a mother to baby Sunday with her jailed ex, Arthur Collins. These days she is happily with her fiance Lorri Haines and the couple even have their own child together, Finty. Jorgie Porter (series 2 - 2017) - Like Ferne, Hollyoaks actress Jorgie was snapped up for the show after a stint Down Under. She is now a mum-of-one to baby Forest and has recently given fans a peek into motherhood and her home life with fiance Ollie for the very first time on ITV reality series, Drama Queens. Like Ferne, Hollyoaks actress Jorgie was snapped up for the show after a stint Down Under. She is now a mum-of-one to baby Forest and has recently given fans a peek into motherhood and her home life with fiance Ollie for the very first time on ITV reality series, Drama Queens. Charlotte Dawson (series 3 - 2017) - Charlotte was all up for a laugh when she headed to the Agency after making a reputation for herself as a wild party animal. During her time on the programme, she enjoyed a sordid forbidden romance with fellow celeb, The X Factor star Frankie Coccozza which quickly fizzled out. Now the star is a mum to two boys, Noah and Jude, with her rugby ace partner, Matt Sarsfield. Charlotte was all up for a laugh when she headed to the Agency after making a reputation for herself as a wild party animal. During her time on the programme, she enjoyed a sordid forbidden romance with fellow celeb, The X Factor star Frankie Coccozza which quickly fizzled out. Now the star is a mum to two boys, Noah and Jude, with her rugby ace partner, Matt Sarsfield. Kerry Katona (series 6 - 2019) - Whilst often known for being unlucky in love, Kerry attempted to find the one with a turn on CGD. With three failed marriages and five children under her belt, Kerry treated the programme as a last-chance saloon. Whilst romance did not blossom, she used the agent's advice with her next partner, fiance Ryan Mahoney whom she met shortly after the series wrapped. Kerry and Ryan are still happily together to this day and live in her stunning Cheshire abode. Whilst often known for being unlucky in love, Kerry attempted to find the one with a turn on CGD. With three failed marriages and five children under her belt, Kerry treated the programme as a last-chance saloon. Whilst romance did not blossom, she used the agent's advice with her next partner, fiance Ryan Mahoney whom she met shortly after the series wrapped. Kerry and Ryan are still happily together to this day and live in her stunning Cheshire abode. Alison Hammond (series 8 - 2020) - This Morning legend Alison took part in the programme in 2020 after admitting to longing for a partner. Although she enjoyed a slew of successful dates, nothing appeared to last. However, The Sun revealed earlier this month how the TV presenter had managed to win the heart of a Russian toyboy, David Putman. This Morning legend Alison took part in the programme in 2020 after admitting to longing for a partner. Although she enjoyed a slew of successful dates, nothing appeared to last. However, The Sun revealed earlier this month how the TV presenter had managed to win the heart of a Russian toyboy, David Putman. Laura Anderson and Gary Lucy (series 11 - 2022) - Love Island star Laura and Hollyoaks actor Gary ended up dating one another after both signing up for the show's eleventh series. They went on to have a daughter together, Bonnie, but their romance has been on-off with the pair even being separated during Laura's pregnancy. Although it looked as though the romance had gotten back on track, things appear to have cooled once again in recent weeks. Love Island star Laura and Hollyoaks actor Gary ended up dating one another after both signing up for the show's eleventh series. They went on to have a daughter together, Bonnie, but their romance has been on-off with the pair even being separated during Laura's pregnancy. Although it looked as though the romance had gotten back on track, things appear to have cooled once again in recent weeks. Vanessa Feltz (series 12 - 2023) - Vanessa signed up for the show in the wake of her highly-publicised split from her ex, Ben Ofeudo. Vanessa left E4 fans shocked when she was criticised for her rude demeanour on dates and was called out by the show's agents for her behaviour with the gentleman she was paired up with on the show. Vanessa is still believed to be single almost a year on from the show. Vanessa signed up for the show in the wake of her highly-publicised split from her ex, Ben Ofeudo. Vanessa left E4 fans shocked when she was criticised for her rude demeanour on dates and was called out by the show's agents for her behaviour with the gentleman she was paired up with on the show. Vanessa is still believed to be single almost a year on from the show. Adam Collard (series 12 - 2023) - The Love Island bad boy caused tension on the show after he hooked up with fashion model and OnlyFans creator Lottie Moss during filming but later confirmed he wanted nothing more with Kate Moss' little sis. These days, he is loved up with sports broadcaster Laura Woods with the couple regularly putting on the PDA when out in public. Last month, The Sun revealed Celebrity Big Brother star Donna Preston had been snapped up as a late signing. She said: 'I'm buzzing to be joining the show and to finally crack the code on what men really want, besides snacks and not being asked what they're thinking. 'I'm intrigued to meet new people, but let's be honest, if a date's boring, I won't waste anyone's time. "Life's too short to sit through tales of someone's coin collection, I'll be gone before the starter arrives.' 4 Jon revealed his Celebs Go Dating involvement earlier this year Credit: Nic Serpell-Rand / Channel 4
