Holly Willoughby, 43, has emphasised the importance of her close friendships, particularly with Tamzin Outhwaite, following her highly publicised split from former This Morning co-host Phillip Schofield.

Schofield, 62, faced controversy after admitting to an “unwise, but not illegal” affair with a younger colleague, leading to his departure from This Morning and ITV.

Last October, Holly quit This Morning after a kidnapping plot against her was foiled by police.

Meanwhile, Schofield has returned to television with Channel 5’s documentary series Cast Away, where he spends 10 days on a deserted island.

Instead of watching Schofield’s show, Holly attended Tamzin’s theatre production, Abigail’s Party, in Stratford, and praised her performance on Instagram.

Sharing a photo with Tamzin, Holly wrote: “@glamzin… you are simply incredible… if you get the chance please go and see this” – accompanied by a red heart emoji and a link to tickets.

Holly’s outing comes after Schofield seemingly mocked her during Cast Away. In a past This Morning episode, Holly began by asking viewers: “Hello, Firstly, are you okay? I hope so. It feels very strange sat here without Phil.” 

Schofield’s show featured a similar phrase, saying to his daughters: “If you’re ok, then we’re ok, and I’m ok… are you ok?”

Viewers have criticised Schofield for lacking remorse over his affair and lying scandal. However, Schofield appears pleased with his show’s reception, posing with his family and smiling.

His daughter, Molly, shared a photo on Instagram Stories, saying: “Could not be more proud” alongside loving face emojis.

Sarah Ferguson released an emotional statement for her beloved daughter Princess Beatrice, who is expecting her second child.

For the unversed, Buckingham Palace shared delightful news about Beatrice’s pregnancy on October 1. 

The Palace’s spokesperson said, “Her Royal Highness Princess Beatrice and Mr Edoardo Mapelli Mozzi are very pleased to announce that they are expecting their second child together in early spring; a sibling for Wolfie and Sienna.”

Reacting to the joyful news, the Duchess of York expressed her “joy and excitement” as she once again ready to take the role of a grandmother.

In a heartfelt Instagram post, she wrote, “Words can’t quite express the joy and excitement I feel as you and Edo prepare to welcome another precious addition to your beautiful family.”

She added, “Becoming a granny again fills my heart with so much happiness and gratitude. Watching you grow as a mother has been one of the greatest privileges of my life, and now to see your family blossom further is an absolute blessing.”

Prince Andrew’s ex-wife further penned, “Our family is growing, and so too is the love that surrounds us. I cannot wait to meet this little one and to share in all the wonderful memories we will make together. All my love.”

Kalen Gorman, a prominent figure behind popular shows like Bones, The Mindy Project, and Brooklyn Nine-Nine, has passed away at the age of 59.

She succumbed to breast cancer after a brave battle, her publicist confirmed to Variety on Tuesday, October 1.

The late TV producer was renowned for her behind-the-scenes work on Ryan Murphy’s Glee, where her engaging videos garnered millions of views on YouTube, making her a favourite among fans.

During her tenure at Fox, she collaborated on Brooklyn Nine-Nine, Bones and The Mindy Project. In addition, she contributed to numerous other productions, including Showtime’s Homeland.

Originally from Toronto and raised in Los Angeles, Gorman held positions as a segment producer at E! Entertainment and Access Hollywood and co-created VH1’s You Rock With… while also executive producing the Facebook show Ladies First With Grace Helbig.

The longtime TV producer’s extensive portfolio included executive production and direction for Snapchat series such as Keepin’ It Real With Keke Palmer, Step by Step With Matt Steffanina, and Worst Firsts With Brittany Furlan.

Gorman was predeceased by her brother, animation writer Alexx Van Dyne, who died in May 2023 at the age of 61.

Angelina Jolie appears to have made subtle announcement of her romance with rapper Akala.

Following romance rumours since May last year, Akala made a discreet appearance on the actress’ official social media page for her creative company, Atelier Jolie.

Over the weekend, the 40-year-old artist attended a party in New York City hosted by 49-year-old Jolie for her company. 

In a photo from the event, Akala is prominently featured just before pictures of the Oscar-winning actress appear in the same Instagram carousel.

The Eternals actress is seen interviewing Mustafa at the Atelier Jolie showroom on Great Jones Street. 

Dressed in a grey suit and black boots, the ex-wife of Brad Pitt wore her hair down as she took her seat. Meanwhile, Akala, who was in the audience, wore a black crew neck T-shirt.

This event followed just two days after Akala attended the 62nd New York Film Festival premiere of Jolie’s film Maria at Alice Tully Hall in Lincoln Center, New York City.

“Atelier Jolie welcomed Mustafa at 57 Great Jones, hosting a special listening party and panel discussion for his debut album, Dunya, out now,” the caption of the post read.

“Join us in celebrating this stunning 12-song collection, where folk meets poetry. The album is available to stream now on all platforms.”

The event was also attended by Zoe Kravitz, as the actress was also featured in the post, in another slide.

The romance rumours started when Akala accompanied Jolie and her daughters, Zahara, 19, and Shiloh, 18, at the Calabash Literary Festival in Jamaica in May of last year. 

An eyewitness noted at the time that Akala was “very protective of them as he shepherded them around.” Six months later, In Touch reported that they shared dinner together in Milan.