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UPI
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- UPI
'The Guest' photos: Eva Myles, Gabrielle Creevy star in thriller
Eva Myles and Gabrielle Creevy star in "The Guest." Photo courtesy of BBC July 3 (UPI) -- The BBC is teasing its upcoming four-part thriller The Guest, starring Touchwood actress Eve Myles and In My Skin star Gabrielle Creevy. The pair will portray businesswoman Fran and housekeeper Ria, respectively. One of the first-look photos released Thursday show Fran putting a nude lipstick on Ria. The drama follows the evolution of their "toxic and beguiling relationship," an official synopsis states. "When Fran's advice leads to a shocking event, the lives of these two very different women become intertwined by shared secrets and dangerous plots," the description continues. "What follows is a compelling and manipulative game of cat and mouse. But just who is playing who?" Matthew Barry directs from a script he wrote, and the cast also includes Sion Daniel Young and Emun Elliott. The Guest is due on BBC iPlayer and BBC One in the fall.
Cosmopolitan
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Love Island's Sophie Lee shares tragic story about fire-breathing accident which left her in intensive care
Love Island is finally back and ready to take over our summers once again, with a brand new set of islanders we are ready to obsess over. And already, it seems fans have their favourites, with Sophie Lee receiving praise for opening up about the shocking story about a fire-breathing accident, which resulted in facial burns. The 29-year-old was sat with Harry Cooksley, where she explained: 'When I was 22 I was in a fire accident. It made me the woman that I am. It made me learn so much about life and interactions with people and how to be better.' Sophie and Harry has since been paired together, with the girls choosing who they want to couple up with based on short bios left by the boys. While there doesn't seem to be a romantic connection as of yet, things may change as the series develops. Viewers have since dubbed Sophie as 'inspiring' for sharing her story with the others, with many praising the star on social media. Sophie previously worked as a fire-breather, and suffered extreme burns when performing at an event in Chicago after air-con resulted in fire being blown back into her face. 'The air-con was too strong so when I blew the fire out it blew back to me,' she told Fabulous. "It set me on fire. I just remember being in so much pain, I blacked out for a little bit. It's crazy. "It happened in front of everyone and I had to get on with it as professionally and quickly as I could. As soon as I got into the ambulance, I was in bits.' Sophie spent over a month in intensive care over in the States, where doctors treated her severe burns. 'That was a scary, scary time. I couldn't breathe by myself, I couldn't eat, I couldn't really see, it was scary. I was pretty out of it but on day two on looked in the mirror and just cried,' she explained. The burns then became a keloid tumour, which Sophie had to treat herself with liquid nitrogen and steroid injections, as well as a round of chemotherapy. Doctors have since reconstructred her face, but she has now been left with permanent scarring. Sophie has since written a book about her experience, In My Skin. She also works as a motivational speaker. 'I want to speak to young girls, really get the message out there that you should love yourself for everything you are,' she said. "It's taken me a long time to accept my body, especially with the industry I was in, I was always scrutinised for how I look. "But with this accident it's crazy. Because the one time I feel like I should be most body conscious, I'm probably the happiest I've ever been.' This series of Love Island is set to be one of the most exciting yet, with host Maya Jama promising plenty of twists. Still want more Love Island goss? We've got you covered – from the full cast list to the Islanders who decided to go back to their day jobs. Love Island continues on ITV2 Kimberley Bond is a Multiplatform Writer for Harper's Bazaar, focusing on the arts, culture, careers and lifestyle. She previously worked as a Features Writer for Cosmopolitan UK, and has bylines at The Telegraph, The Independent and British Vogue among countless others.
Daily Mirror
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Love Island star admits 'I couldn't breathe' after terrifying fire accident
Sophie Lee, who survived a devastating fire-breathing stunt that left her with life-altering injuries is now reportedly being lined up for the next series of Love Island A woman who once fought for her life after a devastating on-stage accident may now be stepping into the spotlight for a very different reason - to find love on Love Island. Sophie Lee, a Manchester-born dancer-turned-model, endured a life-altering ordeal in 2019 while performing in Chicago. Just 22 at the time, Sophie was performing a fire-breathing routine when a powerful air conditioning system blew a fireball back into her face and chest. 'The air-con was too strong so when I blew the fire out it blew back to me. It set me on fire,' Sophie told Fabulous Magazine. 'I just remember being in so much pain, I blacked out for a little bit. It's crazy. It happened in front of everyone and I had to get on with it as professionally and quickly as I could. As soon as I got into the ambulance, I was in bits." The injuries were catastrophic. Alone in the U.S., Sophie spent a month in intensive care, relying on machines to stay alive. 'That was a scary, scary time. I couldn't breathe by yourself, I couldn't eat, I couldn't really see, it was scary,' she said. 'I was pretty out of it but on day two I looked in the mirror and just cried." As she recovered, Sophie faced the emergence of a facial tumour resulting from the burns, which transformed her appearance permanently. But from that trauma came a rebirth - one that now has her put her in the run for reality TV fame. No longer the young woman clinging to life in a hospital bed, Sophie, now 29, has built a career in beauty and fashion, rising as a sought-after influencer and winner of the 2023 Beauty Awards' Influencer of the Year. She's collaborated with major brands, become an ambassador for the Katie Piper Foundation, and even authored a memoir titled In My Skin. Her remarkable comeback has reportedly drawn the attention of Love Island producers, who are currently assembling the cast for the upcoming season launching June 9. 'She's in the mix for this year's cast, with execs deciding soon if she will be in the original line-up or a bombshell,' said a show insider. Sophie is a gorgeous girl and a powerhouse of a woman who has overcome everything life has thrown at her. Just like Tasha Ghouri 's amazing time in the villa where she raised awareness for the hearing impaired, Love Island bosses are thrilled to give Sophie the same platform to discuss her accident and how she's become comfortable in her skin since.' Despite the show's reputation for superficiality, the insider said: 'Love Island has always tried to be about more than just looks and Sophie is a classic example of an Islander with real substance.' ITV hasn't confirmed the full cast yet, but anticipation is growing - the show's twelve previous seasons have generated a staggering two billion streams on ITVX. Get Love Island gossip straight to your WhatsApp! Join our new Love Island Whatsapp channel! All you have to do to join is click on this link, select 'Join Community' and you're in! We'll send you the latest breaking updates from the villa, exclusives and fan theories straight to your phone. You won't be able to see who else has joined the community and no one else can send messages except for the Mirror team. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. As for Sophie, her focus isn't on fame, but purpose. 'Life since the accident is definitely something I didn't expect because I just see myself as someone who went through something and thought my story could help others,' she has said. 'My aim was never to get awards or receive that type of attention. With the platform I have now, I feel like I have not only a responsibility to others but a responsibility to myself to be a better person everyday and to always be evolving." 'If people were to take a message from my story I'd say that beauty is always skin deep and your life is perfect just as it is,' she added. 'You just need to be yourself and accepting of life's roller coaster so love your perfectly imperfect life.' The Mirror has contacted Love Island for comment.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Revealed: Love Island 2025 contestant Sophie Lee's famous celebrity friends and existing Islander connections
Usually, contestants enter the Love Island villa will a few thousand followers and come out weeks later with a much bigger following, lots of brand deals and with a new celebrity status. But one contestant this year is already a mini celeb in their own right and has lots of celebrity pals to prove it. Sophie Lee, 29, was one of the first contestants to be announced this year. She used to work as a fire performer, until an an accident at the age of 22, left her with severe burns to the face. Now, she models for multiple brands and works as an activist promoting body positivity. Last year, she released her book In My Skin. Her line of work has led to her rubbing shoulders with a few celebs, including former Islanders. Read on to see who her celebrity pals are - from some Love Island faves to activist and burns survivor Katie Piper. Sophie appears to be pals with Sharon Gaffka, who appeared on season seven of the ITV2 dating show back in 2021. Sharon commented on one of Sophie's post with a series of clapping emojis and they also follow one another. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sophie Lee (@sophirelee) Eve Gale, who was part of the show's first winter series in January 2020 alongside her twin sister Jess, frequently comments on Sophie's photos. She previously wrote: "Beautiful" with a love-heart emoji on a cute snap of the 29-year-old and on Sophie's holiday dump in March, Eve commented: "Livingggg" to which Sophie replied: "The same as you my love" with a love-heart emoji. Other Islanders who follow Sophie or have commented on her pics, include Gabby Allen, Zara Deniz (season nine), and Gabby Jeffery, who appeared on season 10. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sophie Lee (@sophirelee) Last year September, Sophie supported The Traitors star Livi Dean at her book launch. She shared a photo with her, Livi and Katie Piper, alongside the caption: "Kick starting the week with a big congratulations to @ on the launch of her book 'My New Normal' The third publication of @katiepiper_ Unseen series. "I can't wait to read your story Livi! You are such a strong and inspirational woman, thank you for sharing your journey with the world." In November, Katie Piper and The Real Housewives of Cheshire's Lystra Adams commented clapping hands on Sophie Lee's post on her debut book In My Skin. Sophie is also friends with Gary Linker's brother and entrepreneur Wayne Lineker, who owns O Beach in Ibiza. The business man commented: "Incredible babe... nothing but an inspiration" on one of her previous posts. I guess we know who'll be getting all the celeb votes this year on Love Island... View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sophie Lee (@sophirelee) Love Island starts on ITV2 on Monday 9th June at 9pm. You Might Also Like A ranking of the very best hair straighteners - according to our Beauty Editors Best party dresses to shop in the UK right now 11 products you'd be mad to miss from the Net A Porter beauty sale
Cosmopolitan
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Cosmopolitan
Revealed: Love Island 2025 contestant Sophie Lee's famous celebrity friends and existing Islander connections
Usually, contestants enter the Love Island villa will a few thousand followers and come out weeks later with a much bigger following, lots of brand deals and with a new celebrity status. But one contestant this year is already a mini celeb in their own right and has lots of celebrity pals to prove it. Sophie Lee, 29, was one of the first contestants to be announced this year. She used to work as a fire performer, until an an accident at the age of 22, left her with severe burns to the face. Now, she models for multiple brands and works as an activist promoting body positivity. Last year, she released her book In My Skin. Her line of work has led to her rubbing shoulders with a few celebs, including former Islanders. Read on to see who her celebrity pals are - from some Love Island faves to activist and burns survivor Katie Piper. Sophie appears to be pals with Sharon Gaffka, who appeared on season seven of the ITV2 dating show back in 2021. Sharon commented on one of Sophie's post with a series of clapping emojis and they also follow one another. Eve Gale, who was part of the show's first winter series in January 2020 alongside her twin sister Jess, frequently comments on Sophie's photos. She previously wrote: "Beautiful" with a love-heart emoji on a cute snap of the 29-year-old and on Sophie's holiday dump in March, Eve commented: "Livingggg" to which Sophie replied: "The same as you my love" with a love-heart emoji. Other Islanders who follow Sophie or have commented on her pics, include Gabby Allen, Zara Deniz (season nine), and Gabby Jeffery, who appeared on season 10. Last year September, Sophie supported The Traitors star Livi Dean at her book launch. She shared a photo with her, Livi and Katie Piper, alongside the caption: "Kick starting the week with a big congratulations to @ on the launch of her book 'My New Normal' The third publication of @katiepiper_ Unseen series. "I can't wait to read your story Livi! You are such a strong and inspirational woman, thank you for sharing your journey with the world." In November, Katie Piper and The Real Housewives of Cheshire's Lystra Adams commented clapping hands on Sophie Lee's post on her debut book In My Skin. Sophie is also friends with Gary Linker's brother and entrepreneur Wayne Lineker, who owns O Beach in Ibiza. The business man commented: "Incredible babe... nothing but an inspiration" on one of her previous posts. I guess we know who'll be getting all the celeb votes this year on Love Island... Love Island starts on ITV2 on Monday 9th June at 9pm.
