Latest news with #KimberleyWalsh
Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Huge Girls Aloud star reveals she's working on new girlband talent show after reunion
The pop star is also eyeing up another TV role GIRLS Aloud star Kimberley Walsh hinted she's returning to our TV screens in the hunt to find the next best girlband. The pop star, who reunited for a special comeback tour last year in memory of late bandmate Sarah Harding, said she was blown away by the incredible fan reaction and believes the UK needs a new girl group. Sign up for the Entertainment newsletter Sign up 7 Kimberley Walsh is on the hunt to find the next best girlband Credit: Getty 7 The pop star said she was overwhelmed by fans response to the Girls Aloud reunion Credit: Splash 7 Kimberley has teamed up with Wickes to create her new pink paint Credit: Wickes Much loved singer Kimberley, 43, has now revealed that she' s keen for a new pop talent show to grace our screens, seven years after X Factor ended. Speaking exclusively to The Sun, Kimberley said: "I was chatting to a commissioner the other day and we were chatting about formats. "There is actually a guy that I knew from years and years ago that worked on our Pop Stars: The Rivals programme and we were saying that maybe it's time to create another show that would create a really amazing girl band." Kimberley, who found fame on Popstars: The Rivals in 2002, said she believes there is space for a new singing competition. "I feel like the reaction to us coming back was quite something and none of us really expected it to be quite so huge, which clearly shows people still love girl bands and there's a space for more," she said. "There's just not really any new bands coming out or we're not really seeing them in the mainstream anymore which is a shame I really nice for young boys and girls to have girl bands to aspire to." The Love Machine hitmaker said she'd love to be a panel member - but won't be channeling Simon Cowell's energy. She shared: "I think I'd really enjoy something like that because it's mentoring and I've got a lot of knowledge over the years to give but equally there's a lot of responsibility there and I think I'd be really soft, I wouldn't want to say no to anybody. "I'd have to be the nurturing mother hen, I can't be doing any of the other roles." Last year Kimberley and bandmates Cheryl, 42, Nicola Roberts, 39, Nadine Coyle, 40, reunited for the first time in 11 years - for a special concert for Sarah Harding, after she passed away following a cancer battle in 2021. Iconic girl band to make huge comeback after a decade and have secretly reunited to film video ahead of new album & tour 'The reunion tour was amazing, I feel like we had that incredible moment and it was a way for us to obviously honour Sarah. That was our main focus and we massively achieved that I think," Kimberley said. "People really did feel they were able to celebrate her and that was really special for us. Who knows [if we will reunite], it's really hard to say right now it's not where we're at. "If you had asked me 10 years ago if we'd be doing a tour, last year I'd probably have said no - so you never know, do you. 'I definitely [feel like me and the girls are closer than ever now], we spent all that time last year together, back to like the old days, back to our kind of sisterhood and it's actually been so lovely to reconnect fully. "It was a really special time.' Meanwhile DIY enthusiast Kimberley has tapped into the demand and launched her latest paint colour in collaboration with home improvement retailer, Wickes - Blush Rose – available now for £14 per 2.5L pot. The pop beauty, who has previously taken part in some of the biggest TV reality shows - including Strictly Come Dancing, said she would jump at the chance to do one show in particular. She told us: "I've done a lot of the big shows that I would personally enjoy doing, just because for me, if I'm going to do a show like that it's got to be something that I'm really interested in and really into because it takes a lot of time and dedication. Strictly was amazing. "Nadine [Coyle] was amazing in the jungle - I did not in a million years think she'd be able to cope with it like that, she's terrified of her own shadow but she did so well. "I think for me the hardest thing is being away from the kids, I've got three kids, I think they'd find it really really tough. For me, it's not something I'd ever consider just because of the isolation element of it, being away, it's not the one." Kimberley then teased: "There are always new shows coming up, I think my ultimate is if they did an All Stars Strictly, I'd be like 'sign me up straight away' because I just loved it so much. Maybe they should do that." She took part on the dance show in 2012 and was partnered with Pasha Kovalev, where she finished as one of the runners-up, alongside Denise Van Outen, while Louis Smith won the competition. Elsewhere, Kimberley said she may even be eyeing up a DIY show like Stacey Solomon's BBC show Sort Your Life Out. Taking all things DIY, Kimberley said: "My biggest renovation is my own home, it's a relatively big house to do yourself, I took on the challenge when we moved in 14 years ago and I was having a little break from Girls Aloud at the time. "I just bought the house and had nothing else to do and said 'i'm just going to do it myself'. "It was no mean feat, it was a big challenge to take on, big spaces. I think now that I've done so much of it, nothings really daunting to me now. I just find it actually really therapeutic to decorate and it's almost like my form of mindfulness to just switch off and have a DIY day or decorating day. "I get a real kick out of transforming a space and I just get it in my head that I want to revamp somewhere and there's no stopping me. I do absolutely love it - if you could find the right format that's not existing, for me I'd want to do something that's empowering people to stuff themselves a bit more, rather than me coming in and being like 'look, this is how I can change your space', just showing people the really small changes like repainting a room in a different colour can actually change how you feel in that space. "It would be fun to do a DIY show, they are addictive, people always want to see the finished version. "I've always loved DIY, I used to make interior mood board, I'm still more likely to spend money on the house than myself, that's my passion, that's my first love. "If I wasn't a singer, I always thought if I didn't make it as a singer, I'd be an interior designer, that's what I thought in my head, but now I get to merge both." The Something New singer has teamed up with Wickes to create her latest pain colour. The world has gone mad for all things pink this summer, with #pinkdecor sporting over 32k videos on TikTok as homeowners and renters alike play with pink in their homes. Kimberley said: 'I've always had a soft spot for dusty, vintage pinks - they're already a big part of my own home and so choosing this shade for my Wickes collection felt completely natural. "It's a colour that lifts the mood instantly, bringing little sparks of joy and a burst of energy to any space." 7 Kimberley believes there is space for a new singing competition Credit: Splash 7 The hitmaker is keen for a new pop talent show to grace our screens Credit: Splash 7 Kimberley said she'd also jump at the chance at competing in a Strictly All Stars spin-off Credit: Handout
The Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Huge Girls Aloud star reveals she's working on new girlband talent show after reunion
GIRLS Aloud star Kimberley Walsh hinted she's returning to our TV screens in the hunt to find the next best girlband. The pop star, who reunited for a special comeback tour last year in memory of late bandmate Sarah Harding, said she was blown away by the incredible fan reaction and believes the UK needs a new girl group. 7 7 Much loved singer Kimberley, 43, has now revealed that she' s keen for a new talent show to grace our screens, seven years after X Factor ended. Speaking exclusively to The Sun, Kimberley said: "I was chatting to a commissioner the other day and we were chatting about formats. "There is actually a guy that I knew from years and years ago that worked on our Pop Stars: The Rivals programme and we were saying that maybe it's time to create another show that would create a really amazing girl band." Kimberley, who found fame on Popstars: The Rivals in 2002, said she believes there is space for a new singing competition. "I feel like the reaction to us coming back was quite something and none of us really expected it to be quite so huge, which clearly shows people still love girl bands and there's a space for more," she said. "There's just not really any new bands coming out or we're not really seeing them in the mainstream anymore which is a shame I really nice for young boys and girls to have girl bands to aspire to." The Love Machine hitmaker said she'd love to be a panel member - but won't be channeling Simon Cowell 's energy. She shared: "I think I'd really enjoy something like that because it's mentoring and I've got a lot of knowledge over the years to give but equally there's a lot of responsibility there and I think I'd be really soft, I wouldn't want to say no to anybody. "I'd have to be the nurturing mother hen, I can't be doing any of the other roles." Last year Kimberley and bandmates Cheryl, 42, Nicola Roberts, 39, Nadine Coyle, 40, reunited for the first time in 11 years - for a special concert for Sarah Harding, after she passed away following a cancer battle in 2021. 'The reunion tour was amazing, I feel like we had that incredible moment and it was a way for us to obviously honour Sarah. That was our main focus and we massively achieved that I think," Kimberley said. "People really did feel they were able to celebrate her and that was really special for us. Who knows [if we will reunite], it's really hard to say right now it's not where we're at. "If you had asked me 10 years ago if we'd be doing a tour, last year I'd probably have said no - so you never know, do you. 'I definitely [feel like me and the girls are closer than ever now], we spent all that time last year together, back to like the old days, back to our kind of sisterhood and it's actually been so lovely to reconnect fully. "It was a really special time.' Meanwhile DIY enthusiast Kimberley has tapped into the demand and launched her latest paint colour in collaboration with home improvement retailer, Wickes - Blush Rose – available now for £14 per 2.5L pot. The pop beauty, who has previously taken part in some of the biggest TV reality shows - including Strictly Come Dancing, said she would jump at the chance to do one show in particular. She told us: "I've done a lot of the big shows that I would personally enjoy doing, just because for me, if I'm going to do a show like that it's got to be something that I'm really interested in and really into because it takes a lot of time and dedication. Strictly was amazing. "Nadine [Coyle] was amazing in the jungle - I did not in a million years think she'd be able to cope with it like that, she's terrified of her own shadow but she did so well. "I think for me the hardest thing is being away from the kids, I've got three kids, I think they'd find it really really tough. For me, it's not something I'd ever consider just because of the isolation element of it, being away, it's not the one." Kimberley then teased: "There are always new shows coming up, I think my ultimate is if they did an All Stars Strictly, I'd be like 'sign me up straight away' because I just loved it so much. Maybe they should do that." She took part on the dance show in 2012 and was partnered with Pasha Kovalev, where she finished as one of the runners-up, alongside Denise Van Outen, while Louis Smith won the competition. Elsewhere, Kimberley said she may even be eyeing up a DIY show like Stacey Solomon 's BBC show Sort Your Life Out. Taking all things DIY, Kimberley said: "My biggest renovation is my own home, it's a relatively big house to do yourself, I took on the challenge when we moved in 14 years ago and I was having a little break from Girls Aloud at the time. "I just bought the house and had nothing else to do and said 'i'm just going to do it myself'. "It was no mean feat, it was a big challenge to take on, big spaces. I think now that I've done so much of it, nothings really daunting to me now. I just find it actually really therapeutic to decorate and it's almost like my form of mindfulness to just switch off and have a DIY day or decorating day. "I get a real kick out of transforming a space and I just get it in my head that I want to revamp somewhere and there's no stopping me. I do absolutely love it - if you could find the right format that's not existing, for me I'd want to do something that's empowering people to stuff themselves a bit more, rather than me coming in and being like 'look, this is how I can change your space', just showing people the really small changes like repainting a room in a different colour can actually change how you feel in that space. "It would be fun to do a DIY show, they are addictive, people always want to see the finished version. "I've always loved DIY, I used to make interior mood board, I'm still more likely to spend money on the house than myself, that's my passion, that's my first love. "If I wasn't a singer, I always thought if I didn't make it as a singer, I'd be an interior designer, that's what I thought in my head, but now I get to merge both." The Something New singer has teamed up with Wickes to create her latest pain colour. The world has gone mad for all things pink this summer, with #pinkdecor sporting over 32k videos on TikTok as homeowners and renters alike play with pink in their homes. Kimberley said: 'I've always had a soft spot for dusty, vintage pinks - they're already a big part of my own home and so choosing this shade for my Wickes collection felt completely natural. "It's a colour that lifts the mood instantly, bringing little sparks of joy and a burst of energy to any space." 7 7 7 7
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Huge Girls Aloud star reveals she's working on new girlband talent show after reunion
GIRLS Aloud star Kimberley Walsh hinted she's returning to our TV screens in the hunt to find the next best girlband. The pop star, who reunited for a 7 Kimberley Walsh is on the hunt to find the next best girlband Credit: Getty 7 The pop star said she was overwhelmed by fans response to the Girls Aloud reunion Credit: Splash 7 Kimberley has teamed up with Wickes to create her new pink paint Credit: Wickes Much loved singer Kimberley, 43, has now revealed that she' s keen for a new pop talent show to grace our screens, seven years after X Factor ended. Speaking exclusively to The Sun, Kimberley said: "I was chatting to a commissioner the other day and we were chatting about formats. "There is actually a guy that I knew from years and years ago that worked on our Pop Stars: The Rivals programme and we were saying that maybe it's time to create another show that would create a really amazing girl band." Kimberley, who found fame on Popstars: The Rivals in 2002, said she believes there is space for a new singing competition. READ MORE ON KIMBERLEY WALSH "I feel like the reaction to us coming back was quite something and none of us really expected it to be quite so huge, which clearly shows people still love girl bands and there's a space for more," she said. "There's just not really any new bands coming out or we're not really seeing them in the mainstream anymore which is a shame I really nice for young boys and girls to have girl bands to aspire to." The Love Machine hitmaker said she'd love to be a panel member - but won't be channeling Simon Cowell's energy . She shared: "I think I'd really enjoy something like that because it's mentoring and I've got a lot of knowledge over the years to give but equally there's a lot of responsibility there and I think I'd be really soft, I wouldn't want to say no to anybody. Most read in Celebrity "I'd have to be the nurturing mother hen, I can't be doing any of the other roles." Last year Kimberley and bandmates Cheryl , 42, , 39, , 40, reunited for the first time in 11 years - for a special concert for Sarah Harding, after in 2021. Iconic girl band to make huge comeback after a decade and have secretly reunited to film video ahead of new album & tour 'The reunion tour was amazing, I feel like we had that incredible moment and it was a way for us to obviously honour Sarah. That was our main focus and we massively achieved that I think," Kimberley said. "People really did feel they were able to celebrate her and that was really special for us. Who knows [if we will reunite], it's really hard to say right now it's not where we're at. "If you had asked me 10 years ago if we'd be doing a tour, last year I'd probably have said no - so you never know, do you. 'I definitely [feel like me and the girls are closer than ever now], we spent all that time last year together, back to like the old days, back to our kind of sisterhood and it's actually been so lovely to reconnect fully. "It was a really special time.' Meanwhile DIY enthusiast Kimberley has tapped into the demand and launched her latest paint colour in collaboration with home improvement retailer, The pop beauty, who has previously taken part in some of the biggest TV reality shows - including Strictly Come Dancing, said she would jump at the chance to do one show in particular. She told us: "I've done a lot of the big shows that I would personally enjoy doing, just because for me, if I'm going to do a show like that it's got to be something that I'm really interested in and really into because it takes a lot of time and dedication. Strictly was amazing. "Nadine [Coyle] was amazing in the jungle - I did not in a million years think she'd be able to cope with it like that, she's terrified of her own shadow but she did so well. "I think for me the hardest thing is being away from the kids, I've got three kids, I think they'd find it really really tough. For me, it's not something I'd ever consider just because of the isolation element of it, being away, it's not the one." Kimberley then teased: "There are always new shows coming up, I think my ultimate is if they did an All Stars Strictly, I'd be like 'sign me up straight away' because I just loved it so much. Maybe they should do that." She took part on the dance show in 2012 and was partnered with Pasha Kovalev, where she finished as one of the runners-up, alongside Denise Van Outen, while Louis Smith won the competition. Elsewhere, Kimberley said she may even be eyeing up a DIY show like Stacey Solomon's BBC show Sort Your Life Out. Taking all things DIY, Kimberley said: "My biggest renovation is my own home, it's a relatively big house to do yourself, I took on the challenge when we moved in 14 years ago and I was having a little break from Girls Aloud at the time. "I just bought the house and had nothing else to do and said 'i'm just going to do it myself'. "It was no mean feat, it was a big challenge to take on, big spaces. I think now that I've done so much of it, nothings really daunting to me now. I just find it actually really therapeutic to decorate and it's almost like my form of mindfulness to just switch off and have a DIY day or decorating day. "I get a real kick out of transforming a space and I just get it in my head that I want to revamp somewhere and there's no stopping me. I do absolutely love it - if you could find the right format that's not existing, for me I'd want to do something that's empowering people to stuff themselves a bit more, rather than me coming in and being like 'look, this is how I can change your space', just showing people the really small changes like repainting a room in a different colour can actually change how you feel in that space. "It would be fun to do a DIY show, they are addictive, people always want to see the finished version. "I've always loved DIY, I used to make interior mood board, I'm still more likely to spend money on the house than myself, that's my passion, that's my first love. "If I wasn't a singer, I always thought if I didn't make it as a singer, I'd be an interior designer, that's what I thought in my head, but now I get to merge both." The Something New singer has teamed up with Wickes to create her latest pain colour. The world has gone mad for all things pink this summer , with #pinkdecor sporting over 32k videos on TikTok as homeowners and renters alike play with pink in their homes . Kimberley said: 'I've always had a soft spot for dusty, vintage pinks - they're already a big part of my own home and so choosing this shade for my Wickes collection felt completely natural. "It's a colour that lifts the mood instantly, bringing little sparks of joy and a burst of energy to any space." 7 Kimberley believes there is space for a new singing competition Credit: Splash 7 The hitmaker is keen for a new pop talent show to grace our screens Credit: Splash 7 Kimberley said she'd also jump at the chance at competing in a Strictly All Stars spin-off Credit: Handout 7 Kimberley is also eyeing up a new DIY telly show Credit: Wickes
Graziadaily
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
Want To Transform Your Home Into A Tranquil Oasis? Try This
'I've always thought if you want to redecorate you should absolutely have the confidence to do it yourself,' says Kimberley Walsh, presenter, singer and Wickes brand ambassador. 'I like to see it as self-care. My thoughts are constantly racing at 100mph, but painting encourages me to be in the moment. I'll shut myself in a room, put on some music and just paint –It's something that can be done during those rare 10 minutes of me-time.' Truly, DIY painting has become the hottest new trend for Gen Z online – blending (pun intended) the ideal self-care activity with a love of interior design that makes for guaranteed viral video content. So, what's everyone painting with? Well, Wickes Blush Rose, of course. The colour on everyone's interior design inspiration board, Blush Rose is a warm, soft shade of pink that with its grey undertones evokes a sense of calm in any room. A modern take on traditional rich pinks or reds, Blush Rose was designed by Kimberley Walsh as part of her Wickes paint range, the final colour in her trio collection that also includes Subtle Sage and Blue Haze. It's no accident that Blush Rose pairs with both perfectly. For a natural, tranquil look try the former, while the latter offers a striking contrast for a bigger impact. 'Whether you go bold with a statement wall or use it as a subtle accent, this shade adds effortless sophistication,' Walsh says. Certainly, Blush Rose adds elegance to any homescape - especially those already filled with warm whites or muted greys. Beyond its style points, it's the feeling the shade evokes that has made it so popular: tranquillity, peacefulness and cheering. Of course, it's not just the colour that counts when it comes to DIY – choosing a quality paint that's easy to apply is paramount of any beginners. We recommend Walsh's range for anyone just getting into home improvements. 'The best thing about painting is that, should something go horribly wrong, it's easy to fix,' Walsh says. 'As far as DIY projects go, paint has the biggest pay-off, too – for the minimal skill level involved it has the power to totally transform a room.' So, if looking to elevate your home into the ultimate contemporary oasis, pick up the brush and paint the town Blush Rose! Head to the Wickes website for more on how to elevate your painting and decorating skills with Blue Rose paint, including step-by-step guides to help you complete your DIY project. Visit
Daily Mail
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
'It's amazing how quickly you can transform the vibe of a room': Kimberley Walsh on the power of DIY, and the surprising trick she swears by for a flawless finish
She's one of our best-known public figures, but away from the limelight Kimberley Walsh loves nothing more than pursuing her lifelong passion - DIY. It's a hobby the singer picked up from her mother, and the joy of marvelling at the impact of a well-executed interior refurb has kept her hooked ever since. Recently, she's been embarking on an exciting project - creating her own signature paint colours with Wickes. With her exquisite taste and sharp eye for trends, it's a task that suits Kimberley perfectly. And after already unveiling two paint colours - Blue Haze and Subtle Sage - she's now launching a third, Blush Rose, a sumptuous, soft shade that brings rich, vintage tones to any space. Below, we catch up with Kimberley, 43, to hear how she went about developing the stunning new paint - and the surprising tip she swears by to transform the look and feel of your home. But first, what inspired her to come up with Blush Rose? 'I've been wanting to create the perfect shade of pink since I started my paint collection,' Kimberley says. 'It's inspired by the vintage, blush roses and is such a versatile shade. It uses some grey undertones to make the pink really soft and rich. I'm so thrilled with how this has turned out.' When you've found the perfect colour, it makes sense to go all in. And that's exactly what's happening right now with the wildly popular 'colour drenching' trend, which is taking over the world of interior design. Kimberley's tips for getting a perfect, professional finish For Kimberley, DIY - particularly decorating - has been a skill she's picked up over many years. 'I learnt most of my DIY skills from my mum, she was always very hands on with that stuff when I was growing up,' she says. 'I used to be like her little apprentice and help her with it all. My Grandad used to teach us a lot too.' Asked what advice she'd give DIY newbies, the star says: 'Painting is all about the preparation. 'You need to clean all the walls and do any filling and sanding needed first. 'Once your surface is prepared the actual painting is the easy part! 'Getting a decent brush for cutting in makes a world of difference and when you come to use the roller just try and apply as evenly as possible. 'If it doesn't look perfect after the first coat it will by the second.' This nifty trick involves selecting a colour and then using it throughout a room, so it's not just on the wall, but the skirting, doors, radiators and window frames too. It's been praised for creating a cohesive look that can make rooms feel bigger and airier. While colour drenching might contrast with the traditional method of using a range of paints for different surfaces, the approach gets Kimberley's full endorsement. The star says she 'loves' the look it produces. And she adds: 'It's so much easier from a practical point of view and I love how everything flows in the space.' Embodying the move towards a lighter, softer palette over the bold, darker colours of recent years, Blush Rose is the perfect paint for a colour drench that oozes contemporary style. So it's no surprise Kimberley is planning to introduce the look into her own home 'I definitely welcomed some deeper shades into my home over the last few years but in my main living spaces I always like to go with lighter, brighter tones,' she says. 'I am planning to paint my dressing room in Blush Rose, and I might try colour drenching here. I think it would work so well! 'The colour reminds me of a vintage boudoir. I can't wait to see it in this space.' To celebrate her new paint launch, Kimberley has posed up for a series of stunning pictures that show the incredible difference a colour drench with Blush Rose can make to a room. She's always sworn by paint as an affordable and easy way to enhance not only the look of your home, but the mood of it too. 'You should never underestimate how much paint colour can change the feeling in a space,' Kimberley says. 'It's only when you make the jump and change something that you realise how much it needed it sometimes. Different colours also have different influences on spaces. 'Paint is a brilliant way to refresh your home because it is relatively cheap and so easy to do. 'If you change the colour of your room the rest of the tweaks can be very superficial like changing a few cushions etc.' You only need to see the before-and-after photos to understand the power of a new lick of paint. But for Kimberley, it's not only the results of a good decorating job that she finds so satisfying, but the whole process too. 'I find DIY – especially decorating – incredibly therapeutic and mindful. It's a way of switching off and focusing on one thing,' she says. 'And you have something really amazing to show for it when you're done.. 'I just love everything about being able to transform a space and paint. It's such a brilliant way to do it. 'It's amazing how quickly you can change the whole vibe of a room by paint alone.'
