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Irish Daily Mirror
a day ago
- General
- Irish Daily Mirror
Mourners asked to wear bright colours at funeral for drowning victim Freya Tobin
Mourners have been asked to wear bright colours to the funeral of a young girl that tragically died while swimming in Tipperary last week. The funeral details have been announced for 12-year-old Freya Tobin, who sadly passed away last Friday after getting into difficulty in the River Suir. She had just completed sixth class at the local Scoil Mhuire National School, and has been described as the "kindest, most gentle soul". She will repose in her grandmother Triona's home in Newcastle on Tuesday, from 2-5pm. A removal will then take place the following day to Our Lady of the Assumption Church, Newcastle, with her funeral mass starting at 12pm. A notice on reads: "Freya (aged 12) is pre-deceased by her Nanna Laura. She will be sadly missed by her heartbroken mother Shannen, dad Eddie and his family, brothers Grayson and Eddie, sister Stephanie Lee, grandparents Nanna Triona and her partner Tom, Grandad OJ and his partner Colleen, uncle Dylan and his partner Ericka, aunt Amber, grandaunts, granduncles, cousins, extended family and her many friends especially her best friends Sean, Emily and Charlotte. "Freya's family requests mourners to wear bright colours at her funeral please." Last Friday, it is understood that Freya and another friend both got into difficulty swimming around the same time. Freya's friend managed to swim to safety and raise the alarm. A number of local boys heard the screams of the girls and dived into the water to help. In a multi-agency response, Gardaí, National Ambulance Service personnel and firefighters from Clonmel Fire Station's swift water rescue team attended the scene. Freya was transferred to Cork University Hospital (CUH) by the Irish Coast Guard Air and Sea Rescue 117 helicopter after being recovered from the water at around 4.45pm on Friday. A fundraiser has been set up to help Freya's grieving family with funeral costs. A GoFundMe fundraiser, The Funeral of Freya Tobin, details how the local community has been affected by the "devastating event", describes Freya as the "kindest, most gentle soul to grace the community of Newcastle" and how her death leaves behind a "wave of deep sorrow and regret". It reads: "What should have been another day of summer holiday fun turned into an unimaginable nightmare. In what can only be described as a tragic and utterly devastating event, our beloved Freya drowned in the River Suir while swimming with her dear friend Emily. "There wasn't a single person who did not know her name, nor whom she wouldn't have said hello to when passing through the village. She touched the hearts of every single person that had the pleasure of knowing her, and you couldn't help but leave her company with a smile on your face."
Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Black Sabbath support star Yungblud cancels gig after health diagnosis
Zombie star, Yungblud, told fans he was 'so sorry' to have cancel his show in Dundee tomorrow as he updated them on his health following his star turn at Black Sabbath's farewell gig Yungblud has been forced to cancel his gig in Scotland this week after suffering from tonsilitis. The Zombie star, real name Dominic Harrison, 27, told fans he was "so sorry" to not be able to perform in Dundee tomorrow after taking medical advice. Taking to Instagram today, four days after he wowed crowds at Villa Park supporting Ozzy Osbourne and Black Sabbath for their epic farewell gig, he wrote: "Dundee, I have some bad news. I was diagnosed with tonsilitis, I was trying to get them out, but obviously I need to find time as I'm on the road all the time. READ MORE: Ozzy Osbourne could make surprise return to the stage just days after farewell gig "The doctor has asked me to stay in bed for two days so I don't do any damage to my voice. I'm so sorry, I never want to let any of you down. These intimate shows mean so much to me. I'm going to have to reschedule this show for a later date, but I'll be there in Liverpool on Friday. Information will be provided in the coming days. I love you all." Yungblud brought the house down when he led a supergroup through a cover of Black Sabbath's 'Changes' at an emotional farewell gig at Birmingham on Saturday. The powerful version of Sabbath's classic ballad was described as brining the sold-out crowd in tears, according to the Mirror team who were at the Back To The Beginning farewell concert. Yungblud was joined by on stage by Extreme's Nuno Bettencourt on guitar, Anthrax's Frank Bello on bass, Sleep Token's II on drums and Black Sabbath/Ozzy Osbourne touring keyboardist Adam Wakeman on keys. The performer from Doncaster gifted a custom cross to Ozzy before the farewell concert kicked off. Speaking about the special moment backstage, Yungblud explained: "Back in 2022 on the video shoot for The Funeral, Ozzy gave me his gold cross and said 'I hope this brings you luck'. "I thought, on this monumental moment for him and Sabbath, it was time for me to return the favour and let him know what he and the band means to me." He captioned the clip: "my f****** hero [bat emoji] (sic)" He told Ozzy: "I made you something," as he presented Ozzy with a large wooden box. "Obviously you gave me your cross and I wanted to return the favour, so I made you something." Ozzy opened the box and exclaimed: "Oh my god, that is f***ing unbelievable." Yungblud is currently touring across 17 countries and has 46 upcoming concerts. His next tour date was supposed to be at Livehouse in Dundee, but will now be at The Dome in Liverpool.
Perth Now
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Yungblud gifts custom cross to Ozzy Osbourne before farewell concert
Yungblud gifted a custom cross to Ozzy Osbourne before Black Sabbath's farewell concert. The 27-year-old singer featured among the star-studded line-up at Villa Park in Birmingham on Saturday (05.07.25), and Yungblud marked the occasion by handing a gift to Ozzy, 76. Speaking about the special moment backstage, Yungblud explained: "Back in 2022 on the video shoot for The Funeral, Ozzy gave me his gold cross and said 'I hope this brings you luck'. I thought, on this monumental moment for him and Sabbath, it was time for me to return the favour and let him know what he and the band means to me." Yungblud actually posted a video of himself handing the gift to Ozzy on his Instagram. He captioned the clip: "my f****** hero [bat emoji] (sic)" Yungblud - whose real name is Dominic Harrison - previously admitted that he's "found solace in being similar" to Ozzy. The singer is a long-time fan of the Black Sabbath frontman, and he paid a glowing tribute to Ozzy ahead of the band's farewell gig at Villa Park. Yungblud told The Independent: "Since I can remember, Ozzy has always been a part of my life. "I grew up around rock music, and he was a character to me before I even knew anything about him. I remember his hair, I remember his massive mouth, I remember his glasses from when I was three years old. "If you know me and my family, we're truly f****** loud – they used to call us The Osbournes. So, I kind of found solace in being similar to them. "Growing up watching The Osbournes and the madness, I was always like that. I was always out there and crazy. To see someone being so loved and accepted with all their madness … I really found solace in a figure like Ozzy." Yungblud thinks they're actually very similar, even though they make different kinds of music. The 11 Minutes hitmaker said: "We're very similar. "Even though we don't necessarily make the same kind of music, we kind of represent the same thing. Being out there and thinking outside the box is what we're both known for."
Daily Mirror
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Ozzy Osbourne kisses rock star in touching video after receiving retirement gift
Black Sabbath icon Ozzy Osbourne had a very sweet moment with Yungblud while backstage at his epic Villa Park send-off show over the weekend when he presented a gift Ozzy Osbourne was gifted a touching retirement gift while at his last ever show this weekend. The iconic rocker, 76, decided to mark the end of his reign as the Prince of Darkness with one of the biggest farewell shows ever. Many of the world's greatest rock bands headed to Villa Park, Birmingham in an effort to make Ozzy's last performance with Black Sabbath the most memorable ever. One of those was Yungblud, who performed on stage before Ozzy made his appearance. He took time backstage to meet Ozzy as they shared a tender moment together. Yungblud, real name Dominic Harrison, presented the rock legend with a very special gift in between sound checks. He told Ozzy: "I made you something," as he presented Ozzy with a large wooden box. "Obviously you gave me your cross and I wanted to return the favour, so I made you something." Ozzy opened the box and exclaimed: "Oh my god, that is f***ing unbelievable." Yungblud held up his own necklace and revealed he has never taken it off since Ozzy gave him it, and decided to present Ozzy with another necklace "to return the favour". "That's really good, thank you," Ozzy told Yungblud as he reached over for a hug and a kiss on the cheek. Yungblud told him: "I love you," as Ozzy responded: "Love you." "Thanks Dom, that's so f***ing cool. That's very special. That's great, thank you so much." Yungblud held out his own necklace as Ozzy held them both together in a sweet moment between them. Ozzy told him: "If there is anything we can ever do for you...," as Yungblud responded: "You know what, the f***ing music was enough. Thank you so much honestly, you gave me an outlet. Everyone thought I was too f***ing mad and I was like 'nah man I'm like Ozzy'." Speaking of the touching moment, Yungblud added: "Back in 2022 on the video shoot for The Funeral, Ozzy gave me his gold cross and said 'I hope this brings you luck'. "I thought, on this monumental moment for him and Sabbath, it was time for me to return the favour and let him know what he and the band means to me" It wasn't the only surprise for Ozzy backstage on Saturday, as his daughter Kelly Osbourne got engaged to partner Sid Wilson. After the incredible show, the Osbourne family were treated to a beautiful surprise as Kelly's longtime partner Sid proposed in front of her parents Ozzy and Sharon. Taking to Instagram to share the joyful news, Kelly, 40, posted the sweet video of Sid's proposal as he asked to spend the rest of his life with the former reality TV star. Alongside the video, Kelly wrote: "Oh, and this happened yesterday." In the heartwarming clip, Sharon was heard saying: "We've got to be quiet, hold on," as she shushed the crew backstage at show. Kelly's now fiancé told her: "Kelly, you know I love you more than anything in the world." However, Sid's romantic proposal was swiftly interrupted by a playful Ozzy who shouted: "F*** off! You're not marrying my daughter." Clearly familiar with Ozzy's banter, Sid laughs and continues asking Kelly the all-important question.
Wales Online
26-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Saturday TV schedule shake-up as Saturday Kitchen bumped
Saturday TV schedule shake-up as Saturday Kitchen bumped The BBC has confirmed they will be making some changes to the channel's usual Saturday morning shows due to a big event This weekend's TV schedule will undergo changes due to a significant event, and that means that Saturday Kitchen has unfortunately been bumped. (Image: Saturday Kitchen/ BBC ) This weekend's TV schedule will undergo changes due to a significant event, and that means that Saturday Kitchen has unfortunately been bumped. The BBC has announced that on Saturday morning, April 26 it will broadcast the funeral of Pope Francis from St Peter's Square in Vatican City with coverage presented by journalist Reeta Chakrabarti. The Funeral of Pope Francis will be shown on BBC One Wales from 8.30am, immediately following the Breakfast show, and is expected to last three hours and 59 minutes. As a result, the usual Saturday morning line-up on the channel will be altered, including everyone's favourite day time cooking shows. For the latest TV and showbiz gossip sign up to our newsletter Article continues below The reshuffle means that Saturday Kitchen, typically starting at 10am, Mary Berry - Love to Cook, usually airing at 11.30am, and Football Focus, normally broadcast at 12pm, will be moved from their regular slots on BBC One. However, fans of the shows can still catch these programmes at their usual times on BBC Two. After the coverage of The Funeral of Pope Francis, the BBC Weekend News will be aired slightly earlier than usual at 12.30pm, followed by BBC Weather at 12.40pm, London Marathon 2025: My Reason to Run at 12.45pm and then the Snooker World Championship at 1.15pm. The schedules for ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5 and S4C will remain unchanged for the day. These announcement comes after the sad news of Pope Francis' death on Easter Monday, April 21. Cardinal Kevin Farrell announced his passing in a statement released by the Vatican. The Pope, who was 88, had been suffering from declining health, including complications from pneumonia, a lung infection, and early signs of kidney failure. Despite his health issues, he remained committed to his pastoral duties, even attending Mass from his hospital bed in recent weeks. Pope Francis requested that he be buried at St Mary Major rather than in the crypt of St Peter's Basilica, thus making him the first pope not to be buried in St Peter's for more than a century. Pope Francis has died at 88 with his funeral taking place on Saturday, April 26 (Image: AP ) Thousands have journeyed to Vatican City to pay their respects to Pope Francis, with notable figures such as Prince William, French President Emmanuel Macron, and Spain's King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia attending the funeral. According to Kensington Palace, the Prince of Wales will represent King Charles at the Vatican service this weekend on behalf of his father, King Charles III. BBC One Wales will broadcast The Funeral of Pope Francis at 8.30am on the morning of Saturday, April 26. Article continues below
