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Richard Osman's therapist blunt advice amid 'addiction' and 'shame' battle
Richard Osman's therapist blunt advice amid 'addiction' and 'shame' battle

Daily Record

timea day ago

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  • Daily Record

Richard Osman's therapist blunt advice amid 'addiction' and 'shame' battle

Former Pointless co-host Richard Osman has opened up on his battle with addiction and the poignant advice he was given by his therapist, which he initially brushed off Richard Osman revealed that he was given frank advice by his therapist while confronting a food addition and discomfort over his height. The former Pointless presenter turned to therapy in his 30s to address his struggles with eating. ‌ Speaking on BBC Radio 4's Desert Island Discs, the best-selling author noted that, unlike the "doomed glamour" often linked to alcohol or drug use, food addiction is rarely romanticised. Nevertheless, he admitted that his own experience was "identical" to that of someone battling alcoholism. ‌ Richard opened up about the "shame" and "secrecy" that surrounded his struggle with addition. In a conversation with presenter Lauren Laverne, he recalled visiting a friend's house and wondering how they could leave chocolate bars "untouched" without temptation, the Express reports. ‌ Although he has gotten professional help, Richard acknowledged that his relationship with food will likely remain a lifelong challenge. He told Radio 4 listeners: "I'm either controlling it or not controlling it at any given time, and these days I control it more often than I don't, but it's actually quite hard and sometimes you do slip, but I try my best and I certainly have no shame about it now." ‌ The Thursday Murder Club author also reflected on a sense of feeling "directionless" throughout his thirties, despite being in a steady relationship and raising two children. Richard credits "years of therapy" for getting to a place where he finally felt "happy with himself." At this time his therapist offered him some blunt advice about what was missing in the TV producer's life. Richard told The Sunday Times: "I'd spent years in therapy dealing with food addiction, feeling too tall, feeling like I couldn't see anything and feeling shame that in Brian Wilson's words, 'I wasn't made for these times.'" ‌ "I got to a point where I was happy in myself and my work but my therapist said, 'You won't finish your journey until you're in a relationship'. He was right." Richard had always wanted to feel "part of a team" - a desire that was fulfilled in 2022 when he met Doctor Who actress Ingrid Oliver during an appearance on his show House of Games. ‌ He remembered being aware of Ingrid a year earlier but was told by his friend, comedian Lou Sanders, that she was already in a relationship. Although their contact had been minimal and limited to a single interaction on social media, Richard found her "very funny." However, Richard found himself completely taken with Ingrid during her appearance on House of Games, especially after she responded to a question he had asked: "I'm looking for two rhyming answers. A musical instrument filled with rice played by shaking, and the capital of Venezuela." ‌ When Ingrid answered with "Maracas and Caracas," Richard felt certain she was "the one." Their connection deepened after the show, eventually ending in them tying the knot at the scenic Goodwood House in West Sussex in December 2022. Describing the occasion as "very un-showbizzy," Richard said it was an intimate celebration surrounded by close friends and family. While on Desert Island Discs, Richard shared: "I'm happy with myself, I've got these beautiful kids, I've met the woman who I'm going to be with for the rest of my life."

Richard Osman shares unexpected beginnings of marriage to Ingrid Oliver
Richard Osman shares unexpected beginnings of marriage to Ingrid Oliver

Daily Mirror

time2 days ago

  • Entertainment
  • Daily Mirror

Richard Osman shares unexpected beginnings of marriage to Ingrid Oliver

Pointless star Richard Osman and actress wife Ingrid Oliver have been married since 2022 - but the beginning of their romance began a couple of years later amid social media interactions and messages via friends Richard Osman has opened up about the innocent beginnings of his romance with actress Ingrid Oliver which began with online interactions and led to marriage. The 54-year-old Thursday Murder Club author and the 48-year-old Doctor Who actress have been husband and wife since 2022. ‌ Richard, who is also a TV presenter famous for hosting the BBC show Pointless, had longed to meet Ingrid before their romance began, however, having enjoyed exchanges online. She ended up being a guest on his game show House Of Games and they dated for two years before tying-the-knot. ‌ Game show host Richard, who has two children from a previous marriage, had asked a comedian friend to investigate if Ingrid was single when he first became aware of her. Richard was told that she was not single - but with patience and luck led him to starting a romance with her eventually. ‌ Revealing all to The Sunday Times, Richard reflected on how he pined for his now wife, and explained how he managed to manifest a romance. He said: "I was aware of Ingrid from social media and thought she was very funny, but beyond a single tweet we'd never communicated. "I asked our mutual friend, the comedian Lou Sanders, to check if Ingrid was available. She wasn't. Twelve months later, in 2021, Ingrid was a guest on my quiz show House of Games." ‌ The wait had led to a change in circumstances that Richard was able to leap on. He continued: "This time Lou told me Ingrid was available, so I spent a long day in front of the cameras desperately trying not to flirt. I made eye contact less with her than any other guest ever." After embarking on a romance, Richard and Ingrid opted to move in together weeks into their romance - and it seems Ingrid couldn't stop herself falling for the 6'6" TV star. She told the publication: "I'd seen marriages not working, so I never wanted to make that commitment unless I knew for sure... When Richard first asked Lou if I was single, I was. I was aware of him from Twitter and the telly, and I thought he was a lovely, kind, clever man, but I'd decided to try IVF and thought, I can't do this if I'm dating. ‌ "But even then — and I don't want to sound stalkerish — I had an inkling we'd get together later. I tried IVF three times (it was brutal) before accepting defeat. When Richard got back in touch, I'd made my peace with that process and was ready to move on." The couple got married in December 2022 in an intimate ceremony surrounded by family and close loved ones. Richard took to social media at the time to share a snap of himself and his bride - with the pair beaming after vowing to spend their lives together. Richard wrote on X: "The most magical, joyful day on Saturday with my beautiful wife @ingridoliver100. Surrounded by wonderful friends and family, a day full of love and laughter. We're so, so happy." The pair were inundated with messages of support and congratulations - with famous chef Nigella Lawson and comedian Dara Ó Briain among those sending positive messages towards the couple. One fan trawled through Richard's old messages shared on the app to dig one out which read: "I solemnly promise that if I get married you can all have a bank holiday." The follower wrote alongside a screenshot of the original message: "Many congratulations to you both! (Can we cash this in now?)"

Richard Osman reveals he pined for wife for a year before meeting on BBC show
Richard Osman reveals he pined for wife for a year before meeting on BBC show

Metro

time2 days ago

  • Entertainment
  • Metro

Richard Osman reveals he pined for wife for a year before meeting on BBC show

Richard Osman has revealed how he 'pined' for his wife, Ingrid Oliver, for a year before they finally met on the set of his BBC gameshow. The Pointless presenter, 54, met Doctor Who actress Ingrid, 48, on Richard Osman's House of Games in 2021. Of their first meeting, Richard previously said: 'Ingrid came on House of Games. I knew who she was through social media. We'd never met – I had never met her. I had a little twinkle in my eye, I'll admit that. 'She came on, we filmed that day together. Our first date is completely on camera. After filming, I was thinking, 'How can I ask her for a drink, this is difficult.'' After becoming friends, they struck up a romance, and were eventually married in a 2022 wedding ceremony which Richard described as 'the most magical, joyful day.' In a new interview, the former Taskmaster contestant has shared how he had a crush on his future wife long before they actually met. Speaking to The Sunday Times, Richard said: 'I was aware of Ingrid from social media and thought she was very funny, but beyond a single tweet we'd never communicated. 'I asked our mutual friend, the comedian Lou Sanders, to check if Ingrid was available. She wasn't. Twelve months later, in 2021, Ingrid was a guest on my quiz show House of Games. 'This time Lou told me Ingrid was available, so I spent a long day in front of the cameras desperately trying not to flirt. I made eye contact less with her than any other guest ever.' Having become friends during her House of Games appearance, romance then blossomed for Richard and Ingrid during lockdown. Engagement rumours began when Ingrid was spotted wearing an emerald ring. Richard then confirmed the news in May 2022, during an interview with The Observer. Asked by fellow writer Marian Keyes whether rumours of their engagement were true, the Thursday Murder Club author replied: 'Yes,' adding: 'Exciting, isn't it?' The pair then tied the knot in December that year, surrounded by friends and family. On the Christmas Day edition of Desert Island Discs, Richard paid tribute to Ingrid, explaining: 'I'm happy with myself, I've got these beautiful kids, I've met the woman who I'm going to be with for the rest of my life. 'That thing of competition and ambition, you soon realise that rocket fuel disappears and it's about happiness and my kids bring me happiness and Ingrid brings me happiness.' Richard split from his first wife in 2007, with whom he shares two older children, Ruby and Sonny, both of whom are in their twenties. Both children were present at his wedding to Ingrid, with his son acting as his best man during the ceremony. In the wake of their wedding, Richard admitted how 'terrified' he had been to get married. More Trending Appearing on Loose Women, he shared: 'Yeah, it's terrifying to get married. All of our friends were there, there's so much you have to organise, you've got the band, the booze, the ceremony, all that stuff. 'And also, it was so filled with love that day, everyone we knew, everyone we loved, people from school, from my whole life, were there, and you just think, 'Just don't get it wrong.' 'Of course, the second you're there and standing opposite each other, doing the vows, you know it can't go wrong. View More » 'But beforehand it was absolutely terrifying.' Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: All 5 episodes of 'captivating' war drama streaming on BBC after agonising wait MORE: Major stars and Hollywood icons who've appeared in Casualty from Tom Hiddleston to Kate Winslet MORE: John Torode returns to TV for first time since MasterChef sacking for 'racist term'

MasterChef stars 'make feelings clear' on new Gregg Wallace series ahead of BBC decision
MasterChef stars 'make feelings clear' on new Gregg Wallace series ahead of BBC decision

Daily Mirror

time6 days ago

  • Entertainment
  • Daily Mirror

MasterChef stars 'make feelings clear' on new Gregg Wallace series ahead of BBC decision

Production of the new series of MasterChef, presented by Gregg Wallace, was underway when allegations about the presenter came to light, leaving its future uncertain A 'decision' about the unaired series of MasterChef has reportedly been made by bosses at the BBC. Filming for the upcoming series of the hit show was well underway when allegations about presenter Gregg Wallace came to light. The 60-year-old presenter stepped back from filming in November, with chef Anna Haugh said to have taken over the role from the semi-finals on. Gregg has since been sacked from the show after an investigation upheld 45 out of 83 complaints against him. Co-star John Torode was this week sacked from the show after law firm Lewis Silkin upheld a complaint that he used racist language eight years ago. Now, according to TV producer Richard Osman, BBC bosses are set to show the unaired episodes. The 54-year-old believes the decision has been made after producers from Banijay UK consulted with contestants who appeared on the show. The House of Games star however says no decision has been made on the next series of Celebrity MasterChef, which starred Grace Dent. Speaking on his The Rest is Entertainment podcast with journalist Marina Hyde, he said: 'The main one is the big main series and as people probably know, it was presented by John and Gregg, and as they got to the semi-final stages the allegations about Gregg came out and they replaced him with Anna Haugh from the semi-finals onwards. 'Anna is that wonderful Irish chef who is brilliant on everything. The feeling at the BBC and the feeling at Banijay, having talked to everyone who has been on that show, is that they would like to show it. 'They have spoken to pretty much every single contestant and the contestants are saying, 'We would be gutted if this doesn't go out'. It's been a huge deal what they have done, it makes careers as well.' Marina pointed out that a number of contestants from the hit show have gone on to open restaurants after appearing on the series. She added: 'It's a huge challenge and it goes on for a long time so their skills should absolutely be showcased I think.' It led Richard to explain he believes bosses have made a final decision on the unaired series. He said: 'I think, I'd be fairly confident in saying that the current plan is to show that series because it's due on quite soon. 'That's a decision that needs to be made quite quickly, they've made the decision, looking at the contestants, what the contestants would like to happen, and the contestants said, 'We would like it to go on air'.' The BBC had previously said that no decision on the future of the unaired series had been made. Although it did say producers would be consulting with the contestants before a decision is made. The BBC spokesperson said: "At this stage we are not going to make a final decision on the broadcast of the series that was filmed last year. "We know this is disappointing for fans of the show and those who took part, and at the appropriate time Banijay UK will consult further with the amateur contestants. "In April the BBC published a detailed response to an independent review of workplace culture, which reinforces expectations around behaviour and that we will act more decisively when standards are not met. "This also requires all TV production partners to align with the Creative Industries Independent Standards Authority (CIISA) standards. "We want to reaffirm, there is no place for the abuse of power, unacceptable behaviour or language at the BBC, or shows made for the BBC." Earlier this week, BBC director Tim Davie described the decision as difficult. He said: "We haven't made a decision yet, it's a difficult one, because to your question, those amateur chefs gave a lot of time to take part in the show. It means a lot, it can be an enormous break if you come through the show. So, I want to just reflect on that with the team and make a decision and we'll communicate that in due course."

A reality TV show with deeper message about parenting
A reality TV show with deeper message about parenting

The Advertiser

time10-07-2025

  • Entertainment
  • The Advertiser

A reality TV show with deeper message about parenting

Part of the appeal of this show that sets real-life people and their various parenting styles against each other is the chance to look down on someone else. Come on, I do it. You do it. When it comes to reality TV - which I think Parental Guidance squeezes into - we all do it. Here, maybe we can laugh at the strict parents, or the hippies or the body positive parents who don't think using Botox might harm that message a bit. That sort of thing has to be there; it's hard to imagine people tuning into a show that gave parenting advice without any of this spice. But that spice is what allows them to slip in the stronger message - in this episode it's about body image. And the makers take it seriously, including showing heartbreaking footage of a mother trying to get her anorexic daughter to eat. Once you see that, you tend to forget about being judged towards the parents. When it comes to true-crime documentaries, you can pretty much guarantee the word "evil" will be uttered at least once. Sometimes it's overstating things, sometimes it's done to add a bit of tabloid flavour to the piece. But in this two-parter on the 2015 murder of Stephanie Scott the use of that word is all too appropriate. A teacher, Scott was murdered in the grounds of her school, just a week before her wedding. Her murderer was Vincent Stanford, who was sentenced to life in prison. This two-parter follows the usual true-crime format of having the investigating detectives and journalists from whatever network is screening the show talking to the camera about the case, along with footage of police interviews. It's those interviews that show why calling Stanford evil is perfectly apt. He admits to the crime but explains how he carried it out in such a cold, emotionless way. We expect murderers to show remorse, or at the other end of the scale, some amount of perverse pleasure at what they've done. But to show no emotion at all - and to suggest he killed her just because she was there - is really, really creepy. Oh, to be a fly on the wall when the creators pitched this show to the ABC. "Okay so let me get this straight. You want to make a show about spelling?" "Yep, and make it go for a whole hour." "An hour, right. And the people on the show will be comedians, who will make jokes about spelling." "Sure. Should bring the viewers in by the truckload." They should have been laughed out of the office. But good thing they weren't, because this show really works. It absolutely shouldn't, because the concept sounds so uninspiring. I guess it shows that any concept can be overcome if you've got the right talent - and in this case it's Guy Montgomery and Aaron Chen. They might have even been able to make the ABC's lame-duck series House of Games better. Part of the appeal of this show that sets real-life people and their various parenting styles against each other is the chance to look down on someone else. Come on, I do it. You do it. When it comes to reality TV - which I think Parental Guidance squeezes into - we all do it. Here, maybe we can laugh at the strict parents, or the hippies or the body positive parents who don't think using Botox might harm that message a bit. That sort of thing has to be there; it's hard to imagine people tuning into a show that gave parenting advice without any of this spice. But that spice is what allows them to slip in the stronger message - in this episode it's about body image. And the makers take it seriously, including showing heartbreaking footage of a mother trying to get her anorexic daughter to eat. Once you see that, you tend to forget about being judged towards the parents. When it comes to true-crime documentaries, you can pretty much guarantee the word "evil" will be uttered at least once. Sometimes it's overstating things, sometimes it's done to add a bit of tabloid flavour to the piece. But in this two-parter on the 2015 murder of Stephanie Scott the use of that word is all too appropriate. A teacher, Scott was murdered in the grounds of her school, just a week before her wedding. Her murderer was Vincent Stanford, who was sentenced to life in prison. This two-parter follows the usual true-crime format of having the investigating detectives and journalists from whatever network is screening the show talking to the camera about the case, along with footage of police interviews. It's those interviews that show why calling Stanford evil is perfectly apt. He admits to the crime but explains how he carried it out in such a cold, emotionless way. We expect murderers to show remorse, or at the other end of the scale, some amount of perverse pleasure at what they've done. But to show no emotion at all - and to suggest he killed her just because she was there - is really, really creepy. Oh, to be a fly on the wall when the creators pitched this show to the ABC. "Okay so let me get this straight. You want to make a show about spelling?" "Yep, and make it go for a whole hour." "An hour, right. And the people on the show will be comedians, who will make jokes about spelling." "Sure. Should bring the viewers in by the truckload." They should have been laughed out of the office. But good thing they weren't, because this show really works. It absolutely shouldn't, because the concept sounds so uninspiring. I guess it shows that any concept can be overcome if you've got the right talent - and in this case it's Guy Montgomery and Aaron Chen. They might have even been able to make the ABC's lame-duck series House of Games better. Part of the appeal of this show that sets real-life people and their various parenting styles against each other is the chance to look down on someone else. Come on, I do it. You do it. When it comes to reality TV - which I think Parental Guidance squeezes into - we all do it. Here, maybe we can laugh at the strict parents, or the hippies or the body positive parents who don't think using Botox might harm that message a bit. That sort of thing has to be there; it's hard to imagine people tuning into a show that gave parenting advice without any of this spice. But that spice is what allows them to slip in the stronger message - in this episode it's about body image. And the makers take it seriously, including showing heartbreaking footage of a mother trying to get her anorexic daughter to eat. Once you see that, you tend to forget about being judged towards the parents. When it comes to true-crime documentaries, you can pretty much guarantee the word "evil" will be uttered at least once. Sometimes it's overstating things, sometimes it's done to add a bit of tabloid flavour to the piece. But in this two-parter on the 2015 murder of Stephanie Scott the use of that word is all too appropriate. A teacher, Scott was murdered in the grounds of her school, just a week before her wedding. Her murderer was Vincent Stanford, who was sentenced to life in prison. This two-parter follows the usual true-crime format of having the investigating detectives and journalists from whatever network is screening the show talking to the camera about the case, along with footage of police interviews. It's those interviews that show why calling Stanford evil is perfectly apt. He admits to the crime but explains how he carried it out in such a cold, emotionless way. We expect murderers to show remorse, or at the other end of the scale, some amount of perverse pleasure at what they've done. But to show no emotion at all - and to suggest he killed her just because she was there - is really, really creepy. Oh, to be a fly on the wall when the creators pitched this show to the ABC. "Okay so let me get this straight. You want to make a show about spelling?" "Yep, and make it go for a whole hour." "An hour, right. And the people on the show will be comedians, who will make jokes about spelling." "Sure. Should bring the viewers in by the truckload." They should have been laughed out of the office. But good thing they weren't, because this show really works. It absolutely shouldn't, because the concept sounds so uninspiring. I guess it shows that any concept can be overcome if you've got the right talent - and in this case it's Guy Montgomery and Aaron Chen. They might have even been able to make the ABC's lame-duck series House of Games better. Part of the appeal of this show that sets real-life people and their various parenting styles against each other is the chance to look down on someone else. Come on, I do it. You do it. When it comes to reality TV - which I think Parental Guidance squeezes into - we all do it. Here, maybe we can laugh at the strict parents, or the hippies or the body positive parents who don't think using Botox might harm that message a bit. That sort of thing has to be there; it's hard to imagine people tuning into a show that gave parenting advice without any of this spice. But that spice is what allows them to slip in the stronger message - in this episode it's about body image. And the makers take it seriously, including showing heartbreaking footage of a mother trying to get her anorexic daughter to eat. Once you see that, you tend to forget about being judged towards the parents. When it comes to true-crime documentaries, you can pretty much guarantee the word "evil" will be uttered at least once. Sometimes it's overstating things, sometimes it's done to add a bit of tabloid flavour to the piece. But in this two-parter on the 2015 murder of Stephanie Scott the use of that word is all too appropriate. A teacher, Scott was murdered in the grounds of her school, just a week before her wedding. Her murderer was Vincent Stanford, who was sentenced to life in prison. This two-parter follows the usual true-crime format of having the investigating detectives and journalists from whatever network is screening the show talking to the camera about the case, along with footage of police interviews. It's those interviews that show why calling Stanford evil is perfectly apt. He admits to the crime but explains how he carried it out in such a cold, emotionless way. We expect murderers to show remorse, or at the other end of the scale, some amount of perverse pleasure at what they've done. But to show no emotion at all - and to suggest he killed her just because she was there - is really, really creepy. Oh, to be a fly on the wall when the creators pitched this show to the ABC. "Okay so let me get this straight. You want to make a show about spelling?" "Yep, and make it go for a whole hour." "An hour, right. And the people on the show will be comedians, who will make jokes about spelling." "Sure. Should bring the viewers in by the truckload." They should have been laughed out of the office. But good thing they weren't, because this show really works. It absolutely shouldn't, because the concept sounds so uninspiring. I guess it shows that any concept can be overcome if you've got the right talent - and in this case it's Guy Montgomery and Aaron Chen. They might have even been able to make the ABC's lame-duck series House of Games better.

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