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Daily Mirror
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
James Argent still in Michelle and Mark's inner circle despite attack on ex
James Argent was reportedly on a holiday with Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan after being handed a suspended prison sentence for gender violence against ex Nicoline Artursson in Spain Michelle Keegan and Mark Wright were on their recent holiday in Spain with disgraced reality star, James Argent, according to reports. The former TOWIE favourite, who goes by the nickname Arg, was handed a suspended prison sentence in May for gender violence against former girlfriend, Nicoline Artursson. Despite admitting to the offence of gender violence in Spain earlier this year, Arg has continued to make public performances and appearances with his band The Arg Band – with Mark's cousin Elliott Wright publicly backing the reality star. Meanwhile, Mark, 38, has been friends with Arg, 37, for years and is still said to be close to the wedding singer, who insisted he was "devastated" after pleading guilty to domestic violence charges against Nicoline two months ago. In a show of solidarity, it now looks like the telly star still has the support of his pal after the pair appeared to enjoy a family trip away together last month when Mark's sister, Natalya, posted a TikTok video, which included a shot of Arg on a sun lounger with the caption: "Spend the day with me, holiday edition." Neither Mark nor Michelle included any pictures of Arg when they posted snaps of their recent holiday on Instagram, with a source telling The Sun the couple were sticking by him, even though they are "completely unimpressed" by what happened between him and Nicole. They said: "Arg is basically Mark's family, it was never in question he'd support him, though of course he was completely unimpressed by everything that went down between Arg and Nicoline. 'Mark put his head in his hands when it all came out, mainly because he knows he's stuck between a rock and a hard place. "Arg is his best friend, and there is a lot of loyalty there, but Mark has a respected career and now a daughter - he absolutely doesn't condone violence towards women." Meanwhile, Michelle, who gave birth to her first child, Palma, four months ago, is said to be cautious, insisting that she 'doesn't want any bad influences around the couple's daughter'. The source continued: "It's all so close to home and she has grown to love Arg like family, so she was devastated and incredibly disappointed, especially now she has Palma." The Mirror has contacted Mark and Michelle's reps for comment. Arg was ordered to pay ex-girlfriend Nicoline £250 as compensation after admitting a domestic violence charge in May. The reality star admitted his crime at a court in Spai,n where he received a six-month suspended prison sentence and a two-year restraining order. He reportedly inflicted injuries to Nicolette's neck, arms, hand and leg after attacking her at her apartment in Costa del Sol. Speaking out about the scandal, Arg later insisted he was "devastated", telling the Mail: "I haven't relapsed. I am still three years and four months clean and sober. "I am devastated by what's happened."
Daily Record
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Former TOWIE star James Argent returns to social media and branded 'shameful' after arrest
James Argent has made a return to social media after he was found guilty of domestic violence following an incident with his girlfriend, Nicoline Artursson Following a turbulent few weeks, James Argent has made a comeback on social media, his first appearance since an unsettling incident involving his girlfriend, Nicoline Artursson, resulted in his arrest. The ex-TOWIE star, 37, faced backlash from fans who labelled him 'shameful' after he shared a photo on his Instagram stories. The snap showed him alongside a mate at a black-tie charity do. He captioned the post: "It was an honour to perform for The Wickers Charity raising over £100,000. So proud of @brogangarritsmith for all her hard work." Dressed smartly in a black dinner suit and bow tie, Argent seemed cheerful as he posed for the camera at the posh London venue. He also took to the stage with The Arg Band, entertaining guests at the Wickers Charity Ball - an event aimed at tackling knife crime in London. Upon his return to Instagram following his arrest, disgruntled fans criticised the reality TV personality. Meanwhile, a source close to James and his partner Nicoline told The Sun: "James should be ashamed of himself. He is acting like nothing happened and seems to be trying to brush over this. What he did was serious. "People who knew them as a couple were so shocked by what had happened but now to see James smiling and playing up to the cameras. It feels shameless." The performance occurred mere days after Argent, aged 37, was handed a six-month suspended prison sentence and a two-year restraining order by a Spanish court, reports the Mirror. He had admitted to pushing Artursson during an intense dispute while the pair were holidaying in La Cala de Mijas. Eyewitnesses claim that the altercation intensified to the point where Argent was reportedly seen throwing clothes off a balcony and leaving the property with a bag. A witness shared their experience of consoling a very upset Artursson. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. 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. "She was crying a lot," said the onlooker. "She looked extremely distressed and nervous. She told me, 'I'm in total life with Arg was so happy before this. I can't believe what's planned to have a family.'". Police were called to the scene just before midnight, but by the time they, along with Artursson's mother, arrived, Argent had already departed. Spanish police confirmed his arrest on charges of domestic violence. He subsequently faced a judge at a specialised gender-based violence court in Fuengirola, where he received his sentence. Reports also indicate that Argent might be obliged to participate in a ten-week domestic violence intervention programme, which involves listening to accounts from survivors. Argent addressed the issue with a statement after the court ruling, declaring: "I haven't relapsed. I am still three years and four months clean and sober. I am devastated by what's happened." Argent's team have been contacted for further remarks regarding the incident.
Daily Mirror
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
James Argent called 'shameful' as he makes defiant Instagram return after arrest
Former TOWIE star James 'Arg' Argent made his return to social media after his arrest for attacking his girlfriend, Nicoline Artursson After a turbulent couple of weeks, James Argent has returned to on social media, marking his first appearance since a troubling incident involving his partner, Nicoline Artursson, led to his arrest. The former TOWIE cast member, 37, has been branded 'shameful' by fans after he posted an image to his Instagram Stories, where he was photographed alongside a friend at a black-tie charity event. In the caption, he wrote: "It was an honour to perform for The Wickers Charity raising over £100,000. So proud of @brogangarritsmith for all her hard work." Dressed sharply in a black tuxedo and bow tie, Argent appeared upbeat as he posed for the camera at the elegant London venue. He also took to the stage with The Arg Band, entertaining attendees at the Wickers Charity Ball - an event dedicated to combatting knife crime in the capital. Upon his return to Instagram following his arrest, unimpressed fans hit out at the reality TV star. Elsewhere, a source close to James and his partner Nicoline told The Sun: "James should be ashamed of himself. He is acting like nothing happened and seems to be trying to brush over this. What he did was serious. "People who knew them as a couple were so shocked by what had happened but now to see James smiling and playing up to the cameras. It feels shameless," they added. The performance came just days after Argent, 37, received a six-month suspended prison sentence and a two-year restraining order from a Spanish court. He had pleaded guilty to shoving Artursson during a heated altercation while the couple were vacationing in La Cala de Mijas. According to eyewitness accounts, the confrontation escalated to the point where Argent was allegedly seen hurling clothing from a balcony and storming out of the property with a bag in hand. A bystander told The Mirror that they had comforted Artursson, who was visibly shaken. 'She was crying a lot,' the source recounted. 'She looked extremely distressed and nervous. She told me, 'I'm in total shock…my life with Arg was so happy before this. I can't believe what's planned to have a family.'' Authorities were called to the scene shortly before midnight. Argent had already left by the time police and Artursson's mother arrived. Spanish law enforcement confirmed that he was taken into custody on suspicion of domestic violence. He later appeared before a specialized court for gender-based violence in Fuengirola, where his sentence was handed down. In addition to the suspended sentence, reports suggest that Argent may be required to attend a ten-week domestic violence intervention program, which includes hearing testimony from survivors. Breaking his silence on the matter, Argent issued a statement following the court's decision: 'I haven't relapsed. I am still three years and four months clean and sober. I am devastated by what's happened.' The Mirror has approached James' representatives for comment on this story.
Daily Mail
19-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
James Argent is branded 'shameless' for sharing clips laughing and singing on stage with his band after receiving a suspended jail sentence for pushing ex Nicoline Arthursson down steps
James Argent has been branded 'shameless' for sharing clips laughing and singing on stage with his band - after receiving a suspended jail sentence for pushing his ex Nicoline Arthursson down some steps in Spain. The TOWIE star, 37, was arrested earlier this month following the row with the Swedish beauty queen, with a two-year restraining order meaning he's banned from contacting her. Having returned to the UK last week in the wake of his arrest, James returned to Instagram to share snaps of his performance at a charity event. Dressed in a black tuxedo, James posted a snap alongside one of his friends after he and his group The Arg Band performed at The Wickers Charity Ball in London, which raises funds to tackle knife crime. Despite what had happened with Nicoline recently he was happily dancing, singing and laughing on stage. After the event a source told The Sun: 'James should be ashamed of himself. He is acting like nothing happened and seems to be trying to brush over this. What he did was serious. 'People who knew them as a couple were so shocked by what had happened but now to see James smiling and playing up to the cameras. 'It feels shameless.' A representative for James has been contacted by MailOnline for comment. James was handed a six-month suspended prison sentence and a two-year restraining order against ex-girlfriend Nicoline after shoving the beauty queen during a violent row in Spain. Fans have questioned whether his behaviour was sparked by a return to his wild drug and alcohol abusing days, which saw the reality star spend several stints in rehab. But speaking exclusively to MailOnline this week, James confirmed he is still sober and the police incident was not triggered by a relapse. James said: 'I haven't relapsed. I am still three years and four months clean and sober. I am devastated by what's happened.' On Tuesday night it was revealed that James pushed his girlfriend of nine months down steps outside her apartment on the Costa del Sol, which resulted in him admitting a charge of domestic violence. James, who over the years has struggled with weight issues and cocaine addiction, has previously suffered two near-fatal drug overdoses as he battled against his demons. But the Essex star has been alcohol and drug free since 2022, prioritising rehabilitation, clean living and maintaining a healthy weight after having gastric band surgery. He has spoken in the past about struggling with the pitfalls of fame, including loneliness, shame amid his eating disorder, and being thrust into the public light after starring on reality series TOWIE. During a 2020 interview with OK Magazine James discussed how his drug addiction started, saying: 'I was going to nightclubs around the age of 18… 'I would hear of some of my friends experimenting with drugs, but it wasn't until I first started TOWIE that I was getting booked up for nightclub appearances up and down the country most nights of the week, I was drinking, and I started doing drugs more and more. 'My friends and family recognised that I was having a problem and an addiction about a year and a half into TOWIE.' He also shared how his romantic relationships have suffered in the past as a result of his addiction, including with ex-girlfriend and former TOWIE co-star Lydia Bright. James said: 'When Lydia broke up with me it was a shock and the pain I was going through with the heartbreak, I started using drugs heavily to escape the feelings and the pain as well as with the insecurities with how I looked on television.' The singer had been in a relationship with model Nicoline for nine months before the violent incident occurred over the May Bank Holiday weekend. On Wednesday, Nicoline was pictured for the first time since James was charged with domestic violence. She was seen wearing a white T-shirt and sunglasses while looking down at her phone just hours after news of James's arrest broke. The sighting came after an eyewitness told MailOnline that James was heard 'yelling' before forcing the former Miss Sweden out of her apartment door in Spain, which caused her to fall down some steps. James pleaded guilty to charges of domestic violence and has been handed a two year restraining order meaning he will be jailed if he contacts Nicoline, who onlookers claimed looked 'severely hurt' following the attack. The witness, who did not want to be named, told of how they heard a loud commotion from the Costa del Sol property, which James shared with Nicoline, and has now recalled watching the 'brutal' row unfold. They said: 'We were out walking our dogs when we suddenly heard an aggressive man yelling. We saw him throwing objects from the terrace of a nearby house. We were frightened by his shouts. 'Then, the door of the house opened, and the man threw a women out and she fell down the steps, causing her to scream. We couldn't believe what we were seeing. She was severely hurt and cried out for help.' It's understood that James 'continued to throw things' as Nicoline 'lay injured' on the steps. The eyewitness continued: 'The situation escalated quickly, and we were scared and unsure of what to do. Another woman arrived to assist the injured woman, who was lying helplessly at the foot of the steps. At that moment, the man slammed the door and fled. 'Within moments, concerned bystanders had gathered to help the woman, and the police arrived swiftly.' The witness said Nicoline 'appeared to be physically and emotionally devastated.' 'We were in utter shock,' they continued, adding that they were later told Nicoline's mother had arrived and taken her to hospital. 'This woman deserves justice; she was left utterly devastated. We have never seen anyone so emotionally hurt as she was. 'What we witnessed was a brutal act of abuse... there were many witnesses and bystanders who helped Nicoline during the incident.' After tumbling down two steps, Artursson's screams alerted neighbours to the incident, who then informed the police. She is understood to have needed hospital treatment. Argent was arrested shortly after the incident in La Cala de Mijas and was kept in police cells for several hours before being dragged in front of a court in nearby Fuengirola. During the hearing he admitted a domestic violence charge, with an insider telling The Sun the couple's nine-month relationship is now over. He was handed a two-year restraining order which prohibits him from being within 250 metres of Artursson. Artursson was in court to hear Argent admit the charge where he was handed a six-month suspended sentence. Argent was also told to a complete a 'resocialisation course in the field of gender violence'. Artursson has remained in Spain, while Argent is believed to have flown back to Essex. The model was spotted for the first time since the arrest on Wednesday, wearing gym clothing as she typed away on her phone. She was joined by her mother Pernille Artursson, who has been supporting her since the incident with her ex Argent. Artursson covered her face with a pair of large sunglasses during their outing. Speaking about how Argent is now, a friend told the Sun he is 'extremely sorry', saying: 'He said he had a row with Nicoline and that he tried to end the argument. 'James said he pushed Nicoline and that she fell. He is remorseful about what happened but is insisting he never meant any harm.'
Daily Mail
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
James Argent returns to social media for the first time since receiving a suspended jail sentence for pushing ex Nicoline Arthursson down steps as he shares snaps from charity event
James Argent has returned to social media for the first time since he received a suspended jail sentence for pushing ex Nicoline Arthursson down the stairs in Spain. The TOWIE star, 37, was arrested earlier this month following the row with the Swedish beauty queen, with a two-year restraining order meaning he's banned from contacting her. Having returned to the UK last week in the wake of his arrest, James returned to Instagram to share snaps of his performance at a charity event. Dressed in a black tuxedo, James posted a snap alongside one of his friends after he and his group The Arg Band performed at The Wickers Charity Ball in London, which raises funds to tackle knife crime. He captioned the post: 'It was an honour to perform for The Wickers Charity raising over £100,000. So proud of @brogangarritsmith for all her hard work.' James was handed a six-month suspended prison sentence and a two-year restraining order against ex-girlfriend Nicoline after shoving the beauty queen during a violent row in Spain. Fans have questioned whether his behaviour was sparked by a return to his wild drug and alcohol abusing days, which saw the reality star spend several stints in rehab. But speaking exclusively to MailOnline, James confirmed he is still sober and the police incident was not triggered by a relapse. James said: 'I haven't relapsed. I am still three years and four months clean and sober. I am devastated by what's happened.' On Tuesday night it was revealed that James pushed his girlfriend of nine months down steps outside her apartment on the Costa del Sol, which resulted in him admitting a charge of domestic violence. James, who over the years has struggled with weight issues and cocaine addiction, has previously suffered two near-fatal drug overdoses as he battled against his demons. But the Essex star has been alcohol and drug free since 2022, prioritising rehabilitation, clean living and maintaining a healthy weight after having gastric band surgery. He has spoken in the past about struggling with the pitfalls of fame, including loneliness, shame amid his eating disorder, and being thrust into the public light after starring on reality series TOWIE. During a 2020 interview with OK Magazine James discussed how his drug addiction started, saying: 'I was going to nightclubs around the age of 18… 'I would hear of some of my friends experimenting with drugs, but it wasn't until I first started TOWIE that I was getting booked up for nightclub appearances up and down the country most nights of the week, I was drinking, and I started doing drugs more and more. 'My friends and family recognised that I was having a problem and an addiction about a year and a half into TOWIE.' He also shared how his romantic relationships have suffered in the past as a result of his addiction, including with ex-girlfriend and former TOWIE co-star Lydia Bright. James said: 'When Lydia broke up with me it was a shock and the pain I was going through with the heartbreak, I started using drugs heavily to escape the feelings and the pain as well as with the insecurities with how I looked on television.' The singer had been in a relationship with model Nicoline for nine months before the violent incident occurred over the May Bank Holiday weekend. On Wednesday, Nicoline was pictured for the first time since James was charged with domestic violence. She was seen wearing a white T-shirt and sunglasses while looking down at her phone just hours after news of James's arrest broke. The sighting came after an eyewitness told MailOnline that James was heard 'yelling' before forcing the former Miss Sweden out of her apartment door in Spain, which caused her to fall down some steps. James pleaded guilty to charges of domestic violence and has been handed a two year restraining order meaning he will be jailed if he contacts Nicoline, who onlookers claimed looked 'severely hurt' following the attack. The witness, who did not want to be named, told of how they heard a loud commotion from the Costa del Sol property, which James shared with Nicoline, and has now recalled watching the 'brutal' row unfold. They said: 'We were out walking our dogs when we suddenly heard an aggressive man yelling. We saw him throwing objects from the terrace of a nearby house. We were frightened by his shouts. 'Then, the door of the house opened, and the man threw a women out and she fell down the steps, causing her to scream. We couldn't believe what we were seeing. She was severely hurt and cried out for help.' It's understood that James 'continued to throw things' as Nicoline 'lay injured' on the steps. The eyewitness continued: 'The situation escalated quickly, and we were scared and unsure of what to do. Another woman arrived to assist the injured woman, who was lying helplessly at the foot of the steps. At that moment, the man slammed the door and fled. 'Within moments, concerned bystanders had gathered to help the woman, and the police arrived swiftly.' The witness said Nicoline 'appeared to be physically and emotionally devastated.' 'We were in utter shock,' they continued, adding that they were later told Nicoline's mother had arrived and taken her to hospital. 'This woman deserves justice; she was left utterly devastated. We have never seen anyone so emotionally hurt as she was. 'What we witnessed was a brutal act of abuse... there were many witnesses and bystanders who helped Nicoline during the incident.' After tumbling down two steps, Artursson's screams alerted neighbours to the incident, who then informed the police. She is understood to have needed hospital treatment. Argent was arrested shortly after the incident in La Cala de Mijas and was kept in police cells for several hours before being dragged in front of a court in nearby Fuengirola. During the hearing he admitted a domestic violence charge, with an insider telling The Sun the couple's nine-month relationship is now over. He was handed a two-year restraining order which prohibits him from being within 250 metres of Artursson. Artursson was in court to hear Argent admit the charge where he was handed a six-month suspended sentence. Argent was also told to a complete a 'resocialisation course in the field of gender violence'. Artursson has remained in Spain, while Argent is believed to have flown back to Essex. The model was spotted for the first time since the arrest on Wednesday, wearing gym clothing as she typed away on her phone. She was joined by her mother Pernille Artursson, who has been supporting her since the incident with her ex Argent. Artursson covered her face with a pair of large sunglasses during their outing. Speaking about how Argent is now, a friend told the Sun he is 'extremely sorry', saying: 'He said he had a row with Nicoline and that he tried to end the argument. 'James said he pushed Nicoline and that she fell. He is remorseful about what happened but is insisting he never meant any harm.'
