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News24
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News24
Oh Baby! Naked DJ and fiancée Kayleigh Schwark are expecting their first child
Naked DJ and Kayleigh Schwark's long-awaited happily-ever-after is finally unfolding! The couple's engagement has turned into baby bliss. Naked DJ, whose real name is Quinton Masina, is a South African DJ, TV star, radio host, and fiancé to South African TV star, model, and semi-professional footballer Kayleigh Schwark. The two met in 2020 and began dating despite a 12-year age difference and Naked being divorced twice. Their relationship was featured on Netflix's reality show 'Young, Famous & African,' where Kayleigh became a fan favourite due to her raw conversations of wanting to get married and have children. Read more | Oh Baby! Oscar Mbo and Lerato Phasha welcome their first child In season 1, the couple sought counselling to work through their issues, which included trust problems due to Kayliegh's past experiences with infidelity. In season 2, Kayleigh expressed her desire to get married and start a family, while Naked seemed hesitant. In season 3, Kayleigh opened up about her frustrations with Naked's commitment fears, stating she wanted to start a new chapter in her life with him; however, Naked wasn't ready, leading Kayleigh to consider moving out and focusing on her happiness. Read more | WATCH | Ayanda Thabethe's fairytale wedding to Peter Matsimbe Naked then had a deep heart-to-heart conversation with fellow cast member, Khanyi Mbau, about his fear of committing after his two failed marriages. Earlier this year, Quinton popped the question, and Kayleigh later took to Instagram to share the news, captioning the post 'the rumours are true, we are no longer dating,' confirming that the two are now engaged. In an exciting turn of events, the two recently announced their pregnancy, taking to Instagram to showcase their baby bump with a cute and heartwarming video. 'A love so big, we made room for one more,' Kayleigh captioned the video. View this post on Instagram A post shared by 𝗞𝗮𝘆𝗹𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗸 🇿🇦 (@kayleigh_schwark)
The Sun
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Hollyoaks star ties the knot with long term fiancé in stunning ceremony more than three years after cancer battle
A HOLLYOAKS star has tied the knot with her long-term fiancé in a stunning ceremony. More than three years after her devastating cancer battle, the actress may have just found her happily ever after. 8 8 8 Abi Phillips, 31, was best known for her role as Liberty Savage in the hit Channel 4 serial drama. She joined the cast of the soap in 2010 before departing the show three years later. Over a decade after filming her last scenes, she made her vows to her long term partner Gav in a lavish ceremony in Italy. The former actress said 'I do' in front of her closest family and friends at the very same location the pair got engaged at in 2023. Gav popped the question during a romantic trip after more than 11 years of dating. They went all out for the celebrations as she splashed out on multiple venues, which included a castle. To make the day extra special, activities featured speedboats and the day was topped off with a huge firework display. She took to Instagram as she shared a series of snaps of her incredible day across multiple posts to her 14,000 followers. The happy couple posed in front of a picturesque backdrop as they posed on the balcony of the Villa Cavazza in Modena. They beamed from ear to ear as she flaunted her stunning white lace off-the-shoulder dress. Shock moment Hollyoaks icon returns to soap after a year off screen and there's a twist Meanwhile, the groom opted for a traditional black three-piece suit and bow tie. The post featured a number of photos of Abi and Gav looking every inch the newlyweds as they posed in front of a picturesque backdrop. In the caption, Abi wrote: "Literally having to pinch myself these last couple of days because I can't quite believe that I was lucky enough to marry the love of my life surrounded by all of the most important people in our lives in our dream venues… @gavgilly we bloody it!!! "Our wedding day was the best type of rollercoaster and we wouldn't have it any other way. From Hollyoaks to Hollywood James Corden played a caretaker in the early days of the soap. The former American TV host doesn't have much positive to say about his time on the soap, claiming it was "hell on earth." Since his short-lived time on the show he has gone on to bigger things including smash hit comedy Gavin and Stacey. Rachel Shenton joined the soap as aspiring glamour model Mitzeee Minniver in 2010. Over two years her character was sent to prison, got pregnant and had a number of romantic affairs. Since leaving Hollyoaks she has won an Oscar for best live action short film, The Silent Child. Rachel has also starred in White Gold and All Creatures Great and Small Emmett J. Scanlan played gangster turned anti-hero Brendan Brady. Emmett played the love interest of Steve Hayes, with their romance delighting fans until it turned violent. Since his departure Emmett has appeared in Peaky Blinders, The Fall, Gangs of London and even appeared in Guardians of the Galaxy Emma Rigby joined Hollyoaks when she was 15 as Hannah Ahsworth. Hannah's eating disorder storyline was the first of it's kind on TV while other plots included being caught in a fire, gangland drug dealing and running away. Since leaving the soap in 2010 Emma has gone on to star in ABCs Once Upon a Time in Wonderland as the Red Queen. Other roles include guest appearances in Death In Paradise, Ripper Street and Fresh Meat Nico Mirallegro got his big break with Hollyoaks starring as emo Barry 'Newt' Newton. Nico's main storyline in the soap was developing schizophrenia which culminated in a suicide pact. He left the soap in 2010 and went on to star in My Mad Fat Diary, Our Girl, Rillington Place, The Ark and Common, Penance, as well as the Mike Leigh movie Peterloo and was nominated for a Bafta for his role in period drama The Village. Ricky Whittle used Hollyoaks as a stepping stone to break America. He played one of the soap's resident hunks, Calvin Valentine, from 2006 to 2011 - when he was killed off at his wedding. After leaving the soap Ricky cracked America starring in teen drama The 100 and America Gods. He also appeared in Strictly Come Dancing in 2009. Warren Brown joined Hollyoaks in 2005 for a year as evil Andy Holt. His stint on the show consisted of date rape storylines and a crime spree, before eventually being killed off. After leaving Hollyoaks, Warren became a big hitter in TV playing DS Justin Ripley in Luther, as well as major roles in a number of dramas including Liar, The Responder, Homefront and Good Cop. Wallis Day played Holly Cunningham in the soap for years before leaving. In 2021 Wallis won the role of Batwoman in DC's series, taking over from Ruby Rose. "Thank you from the bottom of our hearts to everyone who made the effort to come all the way to Italy to celebrate with us. We love you so much.' She then ended the post with a message of gratitude to all the team who helped to make her perfect day happen. Abi added: "Also another HUGE thank you to all of our incredible suppliers who honestly now feel like family to us who made our day truly unforgettable." Many of her fans and former colleagues flooded the comments section with well wishes for the pair. Our wedding day was the best type of rollercoaster and we would have it any other way. Abi PhillipsInstagram Her former Hollyoaks co-star Anna Passey wrote: "Congratulations." This was as soap star turned Doctor Who personality Mandip Gill commented: "Congratulations to you both." Another follower gushed: "Congratulations looks like a stunning day and you look amazing." Her lavish ceremony comes three years after The Sun Online revealed how the soap beauty was battling thyroid cancer after being diagnosed aged just 28. The actress revealed her shock at being diagnosed with the disease and vowed to fight it. 8 8 8 8 8
Daily Mail
04-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The family friend who's ALWAYS been waiting in the wings for his shot with Mel B - and how he wooed Scary Spice
Mel B is set to tie the knot with her fiancé Rory McPhee this weekend, in what's been deemed a long-awaited happily ever after for the star. The singer, 50, is set to exchange vows with the hairdresser, 37, at St Paul's Cathedral in London, three years after first announcing her engagement. While Mel has previously been known for her high-profile exes, Rory is a far cry from the Hollywood heavyweights and music stars she's dated in the past. Instead, Rory has been a patient man, having been a friend of the family for over two decades, before finally getting his chance to woo Scary Spice. Before their engagement, Mel revealed that Rory was a longtime friend of her cousin, actor Christian Cooke, and they met while they were at school together in the 1990s. She has also shared that even before she and Rory began dating, he was a 'favourite' of her late father Martin, admitting last year he'd be 'so happy' to know that they are set to marry. An insider also previously described Mel's fiance as 'normal, down-to-earth guy, with good morals', telling the Mail that he isn't interested in fame. Rory finally got his chance to pursue a connection with Mel following her split from husband Stephen Belafonte in 2017. The star has openly shared how she's had to 'rebuild her trust' in men after her second marriage, having accused Stephen of emotional and physical abuse, which he denies. Speaking on Elizabeth Day's How To Fail podcast last year, Mel said: 'He was my cousin's best friend so he was already part of my family, which meant there was already that foundation of trust, and safety, which when you leave an abusive relationship, you don't trust anyone, you don't even trust yourself, you don't even trust your own opinions, that can take years to build back up.' During an appearance on the TODAY show, Mel revealed that Rory's moves to win her heart were unconventional to say the least, as he was tasked with fixing her 'fried' curls after a botched hair treatment. She said: 'It was short and fried. So when I went back to England, [McPhee] would come over and give me hair treatments and get my natural curls back. 'And as he was nurturing my curls back, I guess he was nurturing my trust and belief in a relationship.' While the couple first began dating in 2018, it's thought Mel and Rory's relationship became more serious when she returned to the UK in 2019, following the Spice Girls' reunion tour. Describing himself as a 'hair-cutting and curly specialist,' Rory is the co-founder of multiple salons including RJ Men's, Rory James, and LAB. He's also an ambassador for the hair brand Redken as well as Lee Stafford Education, a not-for-profit hairdressing course that's partnered with colleges in the UK. While he only boasts 8,000 followers, he has previously shared sweet clips and snaps with Mel documenting their relationship, including a sweet birthday tribute to her back in May. Posting a video with Mel during a romantic trip to Paris, he penned the caption: '50 my love never looked finer. Sooo many exciting things this year but today is all about you! Happy birthday. I love you soooo much.' Mel first revealed her relationship with Rory back in 2019, telling Piers Morgan that she was learning to 'feel safe' again with her new partner, but refused to name him at the time. Admitting that at the time she was 'in lust,' she added: 'I don't think that person should even be talked about. 'For me it's nice cos when I left my ex I couldn't even be touched, I was terrified and paranoid and I'd wake up with nightmares and in hot sweats. 'So for me to feel safe with somebody, let me just feel safe for a little bit and I'll tell you when I'm comfortable to talk about it.' In a previous interview with Red Magazine, Mel credited Rory for helping her to discover 'honest, true love.' She said: 'Rory's given me the ability to understand what honest, true love looks like and what trust looks like with boundaries. 'It's very nurturing and very giving. We understand each other. I never thought I'd know how to love again.' Given he was a 'favourite' of her late father, it's no surprise that Rory also took him into consideration when planning to propose to Mel. Mel has openly discussed her close relationship with her father, and her vow to leave her marriage to Stephen was their last conversation before his death in 2017. Speaking on TODAY last year, Mel revealed that Rory made a touching gesture to ensure Martin was included in his proposal. She said: 'He knew my dad before he passed, he went to my dad's grave, so he told me afterwards, and asked for my hand in marriage. I mean, not that my dad could say anything … but it was so lovely.' 'And he kept this ring - he designed it himself - for three months in his sock drawer. It's beautiful.' Rory popped the question to Mel with a £100,000 diamond ring at luxury country hotel Cliveden House in Berkshire. According to The Sun, Mel B was 'overwhelmed' when Leeds-born hairdresser Rory got down on one knee, and burst out crying with tears of joy. The publication is reporting that he then held out a £100,000 ring consisting of a pear-shaped, champagne-coloured diamond set on a rose gold band. One insider told the outlet that Mel said ''yes'' immediately, adding: 'But it was incredibly emotional because after everything she has been through, it was a really big moment for her.' This will be the third wedding for Mel, who is 50 and a mother of three, Phoenix, 26, Angel, 18, and Madison, 13. And it has now been revealed the bride is going all out for a perfectly traditional, perfectly English white wedding, with a thoroughly conventional dress – not designed by Victoria Beckham, even though Mel herself said that was happening last year. Sources told The Mail's Alison Boshoff that she will wear British designer Josephine Scott for the service on Saturday, July 5, in the crypt at the church where Prince Charles married Diana Spencer in 1981. It can be revealed that there will be a further celebration with friends and family – and another wedding ceremony – at a hotel in Morocco later in July. Mel will wear a flashier gown, from US wedding designer Justin Alexander, for that one. The star told Women's Wear Daily in May: 'This will be a very formal, English wedding where I want to feel regal and very proper. All the ladies will wear hats or fascinators. Another source told how Mel 'is so happy' with the engagement, adding: 'It has taken a huge amount for a man to get her to trust him and to believe in love again. 'He's the absolute opposite of so many of the guys she had relationships with,' explaining how he has shown her that men can be 'caring, trustworthy and reliable. 'He has really taken the time to understand what she's been through. He is madly in love with her.'
Daily Mail
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The family friend who has ALWAYS been waiting in the wings for his shot with Mel B: How hairdresser Rory McPhee had been smitten with star for two decades and finally got his chance to become Mr Brown as it's revealed how he wooed Scary Spice
Mel B is set to tie the knot with her fiancé Rory McPhee this weekend, in what's been deemed a long-awaited happily ever after for the star. The singer, 50, is set to exchange vows with the hairdresser, 37, at St Paul's Cathedral in London, three years after first announcing her engagement. While Mel has previously been known for her high-profile exes, Rory is a far cry from the Hollywood heavyweights and music stars she's dated in the past. Instead, Rory has been a patient man, having been a friend of the family for over two decades, before finally getting his chance to woo Scary Spice. Before their engagement, Mel revealed that Rory was a longtime friend of her cousin, actor Christian Cooke, and they met while they were at school together in the 1990s. She has also shared that even before she and Rory began dating, he was a 'favourite' of her late father Martin, admitting last year he'd be 'so happy' to know that they are set to marry. An insider also previously described Mel's fiance as 'normal, down-to-earth guy, with good morals', telling the Mail that he isn't interested in fame. Rory finally got his chance to pursue a connection with Mel following her split from husband Stephen Belafonte in 2017. The star has openly shared how she's had to 'rebuild her trust' in men after her second marriage, having accused Stephen of emotional and physical abuse, which he denies. Speaking on Elizabeth Day's How To Fail podcast last year, Mel said: 'He was my cousin's best friend so he was already part of my family, which meant there was already that foundation of trust, and safety, which when you leave an abusive relationship, you don't trust anyone, you don't even trust yourself, you don't even trust your own opinions, that can take years to build back up.' During an appearance on the TODAY show, Mel revealed that Rory's moves to win her heart were unconventional to say the least, as he was tasked with fixing her 'fried' curls after a botched hair treatment. She said: 'It was short and fried. So when I went back to England, [McPhee] would come over and give me hair treatments and get my natural curls back. 'And as he was nurturing my curls back, I guess he was nurturing my trust and belief in a relationship.' While the couple first began dating in 2018, it's thought Mel and Rory's relationship became more serious when she returned to the UK in 2019, following the Spice Girls' reunion tour. Describing himself as a 'hair-cutting and curly specialist,' Rory is the co-founder of multiple salons including RJ Men's, Rory James, and LAB. He's also an ambassador for the hair brand Redken as well as Lee Stafford Education, a not-for-profit hairdressing course that's partnered with colleges in the UK. While he only boasts 8,000 followers, he has previously shared sweet clips and snaps with Mel documenting their relationship, including a sweet birthday tribute to her back in May. Posting a video with Mel during a romantic trip to Paris, he penned the caption: '50 my love never looked finer. Sooo many exciting things this year but today is all about you! Happy birthday. I love you soooo much.' Mel first revealed her relationship with Rory back in 2019, telling Piers Morgan that she was learning to 'feel safe' again with her new partner, but refused to name him at the time. Admitting that at the time she was 'in lust,' she added: 'I don't think that person should even be talked about. 'For me it's nice cos when I left my ex I couldn't even be touched, I was terrified and paranoid and I'd wake up with nightmares and in hot sweats. 'So for me to feel safe with somebody, let me just feel safe for a little bit and I'll tell you when I'm comfortable to talk about it.' In a previous interview with Red Magazine, Mel credited Rory for helping her to discover 'honest, true love.' She said: 'Rory's given me the ability to understand what honest, true love looks like and what trust looks like with boundaries. 'It's very nurturing and very giving. We understand each other. I never thought I'd know how to love again.' Given he was a 'favourite' of her late father, it's no surprise that Rory also took him into consideration when planning to propose to Mel. Mel has openly discussed her close relationship with her father, and her vow to leave her marriage to Stephen was their last conversation before his death in 2017. Speaking on TODAY last year, Mel revealed that Rory made a touching gesture to ensure Martin was included in his proposal. She said: 'He knew my dad before he passed, he went to my dad's grave, so he told me afterwards, and asked for my hand in marriage. I mean, not that my dad could say anything … but it was so lovely.' 'And he kept this ring - he designed it himself - for three months in his sock drawer. It's beautiful.' Rory popped the question to Mel with a £100,000 diamond ring at luxury country hotel Cliveden House in Berkshire. According to The Sun, Mel B was 'overwhelmed' when Leeds-born hairdresser Rory got down on one knee, and burst out crying with tears of joy. The publication is reporting that he then held out a £100,000 ring consisting of a pear-shaped, champagne-coloured diamond set on a rose gold band. One insider told the outlet that Mel said ''yes'' immediately, adding: 'But it was incredibly emotional because after everything she has been through, it was a really big moment for her.' This will be the third wedding for Mel, who is 50 and a mother of three, Phoenix, 26, Angel, 18, and Madison, 13. And it has now been revealed the bride is going all out for a perfectly traditional, perfectly English white wedding, with a thoroughly conventional dress – not designed by Victoria Beckham, even though Mel herself said that was happening last year. Sources told The Mail's Alison Boshoff that she will wear British designer Josephine Scott for the service on Saturday, July 5, in the crypt at the church where Prince Charles married Diana Spencer in 1981. It can be revealed that there will be a further celebration with friends and family – and another wedding ceremony – at a hotel in Morocco later in July. Mel will wear a flashier gown, from US wedding designer Justin Alexander, for that one. The star told Women's Wear Daily in May: 'This will be a very formal, English wedding where I want to feel regal and very proper. All the ladies will wear hats or fascinators. Another source told how Mel 'is so happy' with the engagement, adding: 'It has taken a huge amount for a man to get her to trust him and to believe in love again. 'He's the absolute opposite of so many of the guys she had relationships with,' explaining how he has shown her that men can be 'caring, trustworthy and reliable. 'He has really taken the time to understand what she's been through. He is madly in love with her.'
