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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu cuts a stylish figure in a grey tailored jumpsuit as she joins glamorous Jessica Wright at Cooking With The Stars Series Five world premiere
Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu cut a stylish figure as she joined Jessica Wright at the Cooking With The Stars Series Five world premiere at Everyman Borough Yards in London on Wednesday. The former Love Island star, 30, looked sensational in a grey tailored jumpsuit featuring a draped cowl neckline, sleeveless design, and tapered trousers that showcased her enviable figure. She elevated her frame with a pair of black pointed heels and accessorised with a croc-embossed burgundy leather handbag. Meanwhile, former TOWIE star Jessica Wright, 39, looked effortlessly chic in a semi-sheer white blouse and a black-and-white polkadot mini skirt. Flaunting her toned pins, Jessica also added height with a pair of classic black court heels and carried a £2,475 Saint Laurent Sac de Jour handbag. The glamorous duo were joined by a host of famous faces, including Hugh Dennis, Natalie Cassidy, Jordan North, Michael Caines, Tony Singh, Elliott Grover, and Jack Stein. While Rosemary Shrager, Poppy O'Toole, Kelly Hoppen, John Gardiner, and Shaun Wright Phillips also attended. Comedian Hugh, 63, kept things smart-casual in a grey button-up shirt and black jeans. Celebrity chef Elliott looked dapper in a grey checked blazer, blue shirt and navy trousers. While fellow chef Michael Caines opted for a stone blazer, beige trousers and tan brogues. Interior design guru Kelly, 65, turned heads in a chic navy silk dress on the red carpet. While food influencer Poppy looked radiant in a green gingham mini dress. Football legend Shaun Wright, 43, opted for a relaxed look in a grey polo and black trousers. Meanwhile, John paired a cream shirt with khaki trousers for the occasion. The beauty appeared in great spirits as she posed up a storm on the red carpet ahead of the premiere EastEnders star Natalie, 42, looked elegant in a black co-ord as she posed for the cameras alongside Hugh. While radio host Jordan, 35, stood out in a blue-and-white crochet embroidered shirt layered over a white vest. Hosted by Emma Willis and Tom Allen, Cooking With The Stars sees celebrities mentored by top chefs as they battle it out in a series of cooking challenges. Each week, the celebrities go head-to-head to cook a dish to restaurant standards, with the weakest performers facing a cook-off without guidance from their mentors. In a dramatic twist, the mentors then judge the dishes in a blind tasting - meaning they could unknowingly send their own mentee home.
The Sun
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Mark Wright slammed by fans as he pushes his dad down the pool steps in ‘cruel' prank
MARK Wright has come under fire for pushing his dad into the pool at his mega mansion. The TV star, 38, filmed himself as he knocked Mark Snr, 68, down the steps into the water - as sister Jessica's young son swam close by. 6 6 6 Mark Snr could be seen emerging from the water shouting: 'You f**king idiot', as he quickly tried to retrieve his phone that was in his pocket at the time. Former Towie star Mark can be heard laughing hysterically while Jess scrambled to help their dad. He shared the video online but not everyone found it funny and many were concerned for Jess's son Presley's safety. One person wrote: 'Not funny with the steps and the child , could have ended badly.' A second said: 'Not funny at all!! Didn't you see the child close to him! Absolutely shocking and uncomfortable to watch!!!' While a third added: 'Na this was so out of order Mark! not funny at all. He may be fine, however, it could have been so bad.' And a fourth wrote: 'That was not funny, could have had a serious accident.' The family were enjoying the weather from Mark and his wife Michelle Keegan's £3.5m home, which boasts its own swimming pool. Mark is known for his love of pranks and he was hoping to sign his Brassic actress wife up for the Michael McIntyre's Big Show programme on the BBC but he quickly backed out. Mark Wright slammed for 'poor taste' post about planes as 265 killed in horror Air India crash Michael admitted that Mark insisted that Michelle take part in the programme's infamous Midnight Gameshow. In the sketch, Michael surprises a celebrity in the dead of the night in their bedroom. The unsuspecting star is then forced to participate in a series of games all from the comfort of their bed. Teasing Mark's plans, Michael said: "I ran into Mark Wright at a golf day and he said: 'You've got to wake up my wife [Michelle Keegan]'... "But then he was like: 'I don't think I can do this, she's going to hate me.' However, Mark soon realised there could be a very dangerous problem. Michael recalled: "Then he mentioned that there's some sort of attack dog that sleeps on the bed with them." 6 6 Mark Wright's career timeline Since rising to fame over a decade ago as a reality TV star, popular personality Mark Wright has gone on to enjoy a successful career. The Only Way is Essex (2010-2011, regular): Mark was an original Towie cast member from its October 2010 launch and spanning series 1-3. He left the programme in 2011 but has returned for a handful of cameos. I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here (2011): After leaving Towie, Mark signed up for the famed ITV jungle. He finished in second place behind McFly star Dougie Poynter. Heart (2012-2017; 2019 - present): Mark first joined radio station Heart in 2012, leaving five years later to pursue work in the United States. He made a return to the station in July 2019. Strictly Come Dancing (2014): The star took to the Strictly ballroom in 2014, finishing fourth behind Caroline Flack, Simon Webbe and Frankie Bridge. The Dengineers (2015-2017): Mark was a co-presenter of the children's programme for its first two series. After his departure, later hosts have included Joe Swash and Meryl Fernandes. Extra (2017-2020): Mark was an entertainment reporter for this US outlet for three years. The Bachelor UK (2019): A revived UK iteration of the popular American dating show. Mark's version of the programme aired on Channel 5. The Challenge UK (2023): Another UK rendition of an American format, this aired on Channel 5 in February 2023. Clean It, Fix It (2024 - present): Mark has joined the popular BBC daytime show from its fourth series onwards.
Daily Mail
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Michelle Keegan enjoys a pamper day as she shares a glamorous selfie after welcoming first child with husband Mark Wright
Michelle Keegan looked incredible during a day out at the hairdressers as she shared a glamorous Instagram selfie on Wednesday. The actress, 37, enjoyed a few hours pampering herself after welcoming her first child in March with her TOWIE star husband Mark Wright, 38. Styling her long dark tresses poker straight leaving them cascaded down past her shoulders, the Netflix star penned: 'A little freshen up by the best'. Michelle cut a trendy figure in her new £85 beige and white crochet striped plunging shirt and trousers co-ord from her latest Very collection. She kept comfortable in a pair of coordinated suede trainers and donned a pair of sunglasses. Michelle also took part in a reformer Pilates class and shared a snap of her Matcha coffee. The actress, 37, enjoyed a few hours to herself as she headed to a reformer Pilates class after welcoming her first child in March with her TOWIE star husband Mark Wright, 38 It comes after Michelle looked nothing short of sensational in a strapless black jumpsuit as she posed for Instagram snaps at the Have A Heart Gala earlier this month. She was all smiles as she enjoyed her 'first night out' after welcoming her first child with husband Mark. Michelle showed off her amazing figure in the stylish one-piece and elevated her frame in a pair of towering heels. Michelle flashed her gorgeous smile as she posed for photos at the charity gala, which was thrown by her sister-in-law Jessica Wright. The Ten Pound Pom s star also snapped a picture of her luxury table place setting as she sipped on a martini. She penned: 'Had an amazing night at @TheBromptonFountain Have A Heart Gala. 'Huge congrats to my sister-in-law @jesswright77 who worked so hard to organise such a heartwarming and impactful event. The love and support in the room was incredible'. The actress was all smiles as she enjoyed her 'first night out' with Mark after welcoming her first child in March Meanwhile Mark also shared a loved-up snap with Michelle as they enjoyed their first night out as parents together at the gala held at the Corinthia London. The couple looked loved-up as they posed for a sweet photo at the 5-star hotel ahead of the charity event. Sharing the snap to Instagram, Mark penned: 'Mum and Dad just got scrubbed up, ready for our 1st night out' It comes days after Michelle returned to Pilates for the first time since giving birth to her baby daughter Palma. Just weeks after her arrival into the world, Michelle shared on Instagram she has started working out again. 'Back to business, it's been a long hiatus', she wrote. In another snap, Michelle looked glamorous in a black and white midi skirt as she posed with her dog in the sunshine. Michelle gave birth to a baby girl in March and has been sharing glimpses into her new mum life ever since. Last month, Michelle and Mark took the little one on her first visit to five-star hotel, Corinthia London for a long weekend. Sharing a slew of stunning snaps, Michelle looked effortlessly stylish as she made her way around the big smoke, baby bag and pram in tow. Captioning the post: 'The perfect week…' the former Coronation Street star also shared a number of posts which were dedicated to her daughter's name. These included a personalised dressing gown with her name embroidered on the front from the hotel, some clay mugs - one stamped Palma and another stamped Palma's mama - and two gorgeous gold necklaces - one with her daughters' name written out and another with a string of P's across it.
Yahoo
10-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
How Valentine's Day Can Ruin Your Finances as a Couple (And How To Keep That From Happening)
It's meant to be the most romantic day of the year — but if you're not careful, overspending on your Valentine can have devastating effects on your bank account. Read Next: Check Out: 5 Subtly Genius Moves All Wealthy People Make With Their Money As someone who regularly advises clients on major financial decisions, Jessica Wright, owner of Cash For Houses Tennessee, has witnessed how special occasions like Valentine's Day can impact couples' financial stability. 'Through my decade of experience helping couples navigate property investments, I've seen how emotional spending can affect long-term financial goals.' Elizabeth Husserl, finance expert, co-founder of Peak360 and author of The Power of Enough, also noted that finances can strain Valentine's Day for couples when expectations around spending aren't aligned, leading to feelings of disappointment, resentment or guilt. 'One partner may feel pressured to overspend to prove their love, while the other might feel anxious about financial strain, creating unnecessary tension in the relationship,' she explained. Below are some ways experts say this special day can end up ruining your finances as a couple — and how to keep that from happening. 'I see Valentine's Day overspending show up in mortgage applications months later,' said Wright. She said many couples put hundreds or thousands on credit cards for this one day, not realizing how it affects their debt-to-income ratio when applying for home loans. 'Last month, I worked with a young couple who had to postpone their home purchase because their Valentine's celebration from the previous year was still sitting on their credit card, pushing their ratios above the qualifying threshold,' she explained. Be Aware: According to Wright, social media creates unrealistic pressure that drive financial strain. 'I recently counseled clients who felt compelled to book an expensive weekend getaway to match their friends' Valentine's celebrations, even though they were saving for a down payment.' This pressure to compete through grand gestures, she explained, often leads to regrettable financial decisions that can take months to recover from. According to Husserl, when love becomes measured by the price tag of a gift rather than the depth of connection, it can reinforce unhealthy money dynamics — such as avoidance, comparison or even shame. 'Instead of fostering intimacy, financial stress around Valentine's Day can lead to arguments, unmet expectations and a lingering sense of imbalance in the relationship,' she explained. She said that by having open, honest conversations about what truly matters and setting shared financial boundaries, couples can avoid these pitfalls and focus on celebrating their relationships in a way that feels fulfilling rather than financially burdensome. Fostering a healthy money relationship doesn't mean you have to neglect your romantic relationship. Here's how to make the most of Valentine's Day without harming your finances. 'My experience shows that relationship satisfaction doesn't correlate with Valentine's spending,' said Wright. 'Several of my most successful client couples skip the expensive celebrations entirely. Instead, they put that money toward shared goals like home renovations or investment properties.' One couple she works with takes their 'Valentine's budget' each year and adds it to their real estate investment fund. 'They've now built up a significant portfolio while strengthening their relationship through shared financial purpose.' If you still want to celebrate Valentine's Day together, look into free activities instead of spending on pricey gifts and outings. Experts note that smart couples can celebrate meaningfully without compromising their finances. Wright recommended setting a strict Valentine's budget in January, looking for creative, low-cost alternatives like cooking together, and focusing on shared experiences that build toward future goals. 'My husband and I personally celebrate by working on our home improvement projects together — it's become our tradition that adds value to our property while creating lasting memories,' she said. Instead of unconsciously spending this Valentine's season, Husserl said to ask: What expressions of love bring the most fulfillment? 'A handwritten letter, a day spent together, a vulnerable share or an experience aligned with shared values can carry far more significance than an expensive dinner or gift,' she explained. 'By recognizing that wealth extends beyond money, couples can approach Valentine's Day — and finances in general — with intentionality, reducing stress while deepening their connection in ways that truly matter.' More From GOBankingRates3 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000 Find Your State: The Best Banks of 2025 For Each State 9 Things You Must Do To Grow Your Wealth in 2025 This article originally appeared on How Valentine's Day Can Ruin Your Finances as a Couple (And How To Keep That From Happening) Sign in to access your portfolio
