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Daily Mirror
13-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
BBC star makes comment on retirement after health issue mistaken as stroke
Television favourite Nicki Chapman has spoken about the impact of being diagnosed with a brain tumour and her thoughts about retiring from a glittering career in television Television presenter Nicki Chapman has issued a definitive statement on whether she plans to retire any time soon. The star of Pop Idol and Escape to the Country said that she wants to continue looking forward and to stay in her profession. Nicki's comments came after a terrifying health incident in which she was originally believed to have had a stroke before doctors realised she had a benign melanoma on her brain. Speaking to Candis magazine about the ordeal, the BBC star said: 'They thought I'd had a stroke. I cannot praise the NHS highly enough: I was looked after brilliantly from start to finish. 'I went back to work six weeks to the day after surgery. I'm 58. I have my health, my various jobs, and my lovely husband.' On whether she plans to retire, Nicki added: 'Heavens no. If you're lucky enough to love what you do, keep doing it. And I've never been someone who looks back. I always look forward – in both senses of the phrase.' This isn't the first time Nicki has spoken about her tumour and how it has affected her since she was diagnosed in 2024, the RHS Chelsea Flower Show presenter spoke to the Brain Tumour charity in 2020 about the experience and the distress she felt. She said: 'My symptoms were very sudden, over 24 hours. Initially doctors thought I'd had a stroke but scans revealed a golf-ball-sized meningioma. "It's the initial shock of diagnosis and then the shock when you tell people that's even more distressing. "It's like a slap. When you have to ring people – your family – and tell them; it's just hideous." Later, in 2024, she would tell the Mirror how much she was thankful to the NHS for their treatment of her, especially during the recovery. She said: 'Fortunately, my experience was a good one, my recovery was amazing, but I still take one day at a time. 'I'm a very positive person, so to always put a positive spin on life has helped keep me going.' Nicki added that she felt like she should share her experience so that others in the same position didn't feel alone. She explained: 'I decided to speak out after my operation as I felt not only had I received the best care I could have asked for from my local hospital and the NHS, but also that my story may help others going through something similar.'
Perth Now
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
'Frankly, I think those things are rather silly...' Monty Python legend John Cleese not interested in a knighthood
John Cleese would refuse a knighthood if he was offered the British honour. The Monty Python star previously turned down the offer of a CBE and a peerage and he is adamant that if the Honours Committee and King Charles selected him for the most prestigious accolade and make him "Sir John Cleese" he would say no to the title because he doesn't need, nor want, the validation. When asked if he would turn down a knighthood in the New Year's Honours List, he said: 'I would. I simply don't need that sort of validation. "It's enough for me to know - because people often tell me - that I've helped them through difficult times by making them laugh. They come home, turn on an episode of Fawlty Towers and the world doesn't seem quite so bleak. That's my reward. "Frankly, I think those things are rather silly. Cleese's fellow Monty Python troupe member Michael Palin did accept his knighthood and although he isn't interested in receiving he accolade the Fawlty Towers actor was happy for his long-time friend. In an interview with Candis magazine, Cleese said: 'Good luck to him. I was genuinely pleased. I call him Sir Mickey: that's how I always address my emails to him, He's a lovely guy.' Cleese, 85, is proud to be in an exclusive club of men who did snub a knighthood, a list which includes late rock star David Bowie and The History Boys writer Alan Bennett, 91. The comedian said: "Just look at those men who have turned down awards and titles: David Bowie, Michael Frayn, Alan Bennett and Albert Finney. I have respect for them.' Cleese admits his political beliefs are still on the left when it comes to the distribution of wealth, despite him presenting a show on right wing TV channel GB News. He said: "I'm more to the left economically. I think greed is in danger of killing everyone. "People should be paid good salaries, where possible. We should be generous, not try to save money so billionaires can get richer.' The Life of Brian actor also wishes the world would lighten up and enjoy more "good old-fashioned laughter". Cleese added: "I think we need much more laughter in the world. I'm not advocating mean teasing. Just good old-fashioned laughter. There's nothing to beat it.'
Wales Online
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Bake Off's Prue Leith shares honest thoughts on Paul Hollywood after off-camera moment
Bake Off's Prue Leith shares honest thoughts on Paul Hollywood after off-camera moment Prue Leith, best known for her judging role on Channel 4 show The Great British Bake Off, opened up about her friendship with her co-star Paul Hollywood Prue Leith opened up about the dynamic she has with her co-judge, Paul (Image: Alan Chapman/) Prue Leith has revealed a touching anecdote about Paul Hollywood's "kind" side, as she discussed working alongside him on The Great British Bake Off. In a recent interview, the South African restaurateur, best known for her role on the beloved Channel 4 cookery show, heaped praise on her co-star and claimed that he "knows more about baking" than her. The 84-year-old also insisted that his on-screen persona may not be a true reflection of the Wallasey baker. During the chat, she described how people view Bake Off as "sort of a warm refuge" akin to "getting under a duvet", before revealing what she deemed a "nice thing" about the show. Prue described how people view Bake Off as "sort of a warm refuge" (Image: Getty Images ) She told Candis magazine: "The nice thing about the show is that we are just ourselves, although Paul is probably a little bit sterner on telly than he is in real life because in reality, he can be caught comforting a weeping baker. Article continues below "He is a kind person - I absolutely adore Paul. He knows more about baking than I do, that's for sure. But I've learnt a lot from him, and we do get on really well." Currently hosted by Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond, the show has graced our screens for around 15 years since its debut in 2010, and has become a much-loved TV staple throughout the country. In the show, contestants go head-to-head and demonstrate their bakery skills across various challenges, including signature bakes and showstoppers, all judged by Paul and Prue. Despite the show's success, Prue previously disclosed a certain drawback to Bake Off, one that leaves the food writer feeling "sad," regardless of whether it ultimately makes "good television." Prue also revealed what she termed the "nice thing" about the show (Image: Channel 4 ) In conversation with Luxury London, she said: "The competitive angle makes the Bake Offs very different from most food shows. You get so fond of the bakers and then you have to kick one off." She said this element was "bittersweet" and left her with a "genuine sadness" when she had to say farewell to somebody who was "so delightful" and "tried so hard." In other news, Paul recently revealed one thing he would rather avoid when it comes to baking a cake. Although many of us will remember tucking into uncooked cake batter when we were younger, Paul clearly isn't a fan. In a post on his TikTok account, he shared a video alongside the caption: "Something I've never understood... eating the raw cake mixture! Do you like eating it?" Article continues below He added: "The idea of raw egg, lumps of flour and butter doesn't appeal." To emphasise his point, he went on to say that he would "rather bake" it, and echoed that he doesn't "get it".
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Colin Farrell explains ‘tricky' decision to put son James, 21, with Angelman syndrome in long-term care facility
Colin Farrell is elaborating on a big parenting decision he made. The 'Penguin' star, 48, revealed in a new interview with Candis magazine that he and his ex, model Kim Bordenave, put their 21-year-old son James, who suffers from Angelman syndrome, in a long-term care facility. 'It's tricky – some parents will say, 'I want to take care of my child myself', and I respect that,' said Farrell, per The Independent. 'But my horror would be, what if I have a heart attack tomorrow, and, God forbid, James' mother, Kim, has a car crash and she's taken too – and then James is on his own?' he added. '[He'd be] a ward of the state. And he goes where? We'd have no say in it.' Farrell said the former couple are trying to 'find somewhere we like where he can go now, while we're still alive and healthy, that we can go and visit, and we can take him out sometimes'. 'We want him to find somewhere where he can have a full and happy life, where he feels connected,' Farrell shared of his son. 'By going out in the van every day and going to the supermarket and doing the shopping together. By going to the beach, museums, movies, all that stuff. Just a connected life.' Angelman syndrome is a rare neurogenetic disorder that causes delayed development and problems with movement, balance and speech, according to the Mayo Clinic. James was diagnosed with Angelman syndrome when he was just 2 1/2 years old. Farrell and Bordenave, 53, filed for a conservatorship of their son in 2021 before his 18th birthday. Last year, the actor launched the Colin Farrell Foundation, which aims to provide support for adult children with intellectual disabilities, in James' honor. 'Once your child turns 21, they're kind of on their own,' Farrell told People in Aug. 2024. 'All the safeguards that are put in place, special ed classes, that all goes away, so you're left with a young adult who should be an integrated part of our modern society and more often than not is left behind.' The 'Banshees of Inisherin' star also recalled learning of James' diagnosis and how he reacted to the news from the doctors. 'I remember the first two questions I asked were, 'What's the life expectancy and how much pain is involved?'' Farrell explained. 'And the doctor said, 'Life expectancy, as far as we can tell, is the same for you and for me, and pain, no.'' Farrell has another son, 14-year-old Henry Tadeusz Farrell, with Polish actress Alicja Bachleda-Curuś.
Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
This Is Why Colin Farrell Wants To Put His Son With Angelman Syndrome In A Care Facility Despite He And His Ex Being In A Position To Look After Him Themselves
Back in August, Irish actor Colin Farrell won widespread praise when he emotionally opened up about the 'terrifying' reality of having a child with disabilities in his first interview about his 21-year-old son James, who was born with Angelman syndrome. James was born in 2003, and Colin shares him with his ex, American model Kim Bordenave. Angelman syndrome is a rare genetic disorder that causes intellectual and developmental delay, and James was diagnosed at 4 years old. Last year, Colin decided to offer a glimpse of their life to the public in a bid to raise awareness for his new venture, the Colin Farrell Foundation. Speaking to People, Colin explained that in the United States, the cut-off age for the support systems provided for families with children who have additional needs is 21 — which is what inspired him to launch the foundation, which provides support for adults who have intellectual difficulties. 'It's a terrifying thought that I'd miss the last 40 years of 50 years of his life because I won't be there to shepherd and to protect,' Colin said of the stark likelihood that James will outlive him and Kim. He added that his hope for James would be 'a life of connection' and that once his parents are gone, James will 'be somewhere he feels like he belongs, where he feels safe.' In fact, Colin noted that he has an intense fear over what the future holds for his son as he admitted that even as a wealthy Hollywood actor, he still struggles to find the help that James needs. He shared: 'My fear would be, God forbid, if and when something happens to James's mother or me, James would be 30 or 40, and then he'd have to go in somewhere. Into some kind of institute or some kind of residential care at 30 or 40, and there'd be nobody there to call over, and take him out, and have lunch and all that.' 'I want the world to be kind to James,' he concluded at the time. 'I want the world to treat him with kindness and respect.' And Colin — who also has a 15-year-old son called Henry — has reflected some more on his concerns for James's future in a new interview with Candis magazine, where he explained his and Kim's decision to settle James in a care facility while they are still technically able to look after him themselves. He said: 'It's tricky, some parents will say: 'I want to take care of my child myself.' And I respect that. But my horror would be... What if I have a heart attack tomorrow, and, God forbid, James' mother, Kim, has a car crash and she's taken too — and then James is on his own. Then he's a ward of the state and he goes where? We'd have no say in it.' 'And one thing I can say about James is that he knows when somebody wants to be with him, and he knows when somebody's just supposed to be with him,' Colin went on. 'So, if he has a carer or a teacher or somebody who's doing physical therapy with him and they're not fully engaged and fully loving with him, he'll just switch off.' 'What his mother and I want is to find somewhere we like where he can go now, while we're still alive and healthy, that we can go and visit, and we can take him out sometimes,' Colin continued. 'We want him to find somewhere where he can have a full and happy life, where he feels connected. He needs a bigger life than we can afford him, by having a sense of community that he feels connected to, by going out in the van every day and going to the supermarket and doing the shopping together, by going to the beach, museums, movies, all that stuff. Just a connected life." 'It's been a struggle for us to find suitable residential care,' the actor added, referencing his decision to set up his own foundation. 'And in realizing that, I thought: 'If I'm having these difficulties, what about all the other families out there that don't have anything close to the means that I have?' I've always known I wanted to do something about this, but until now I've just been really self-centredly busy in raising my own two kids. But now, they're up and running and I feel I have a bit more space to do something. It's early days for the foundation yet, so we're still on baby steps." Colin previously told People that James's additional needs are what motivated him to get sober in the mid-'00s, with the star renowned for his party boy past. He said at the time: 'James was about two when I got clean, when I got sober, and he was a big, big part of me putting the bottle down, a big part of it. Because I was in no condition to be a friend, never mind the father of a child which such exacting needs… If it wasn't for my sobriety, I wouldn't be able to be there for James and enjoy in the marvels of his life and support him in the way that I feel that I can.' He also said that James has given him a newfound appreciation for the little things in life, explaining that while his son is able to complete everyday tasks, they tend to take him much longer. Colin shared: 'It'll take James 90 seconds to take a T-shirt off, but he takes a T-shirt off; you sit it out with him. If anything, he also gifts me with the ability to look at the human being and the human body and life as a marvel, because I see how much he struggles with things that I'd never have given a second thought to, that many of us take for granted.' Detailing their day-to-day life, Colin said that he and James, who is nonverbal, enjoy regular father-son activities together like playing ball, swimming, watching movies, and going out for a cheeseburger, and that James benefits from the fact that he has had the same live-in carer for 18 years. Reflecting on his oldest son, Colin added: "I'm proud of him every day because I just think he's magic." 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