ZARA McDermott’s boyfriend Sam Thompson may have only been away for a few days, but she’s already broken one of their relationship ‘rules’.

Sam, 32, left for Australia to host I’m A Celebrity’s relaunched spin-off show for when the series returns this Sunday.

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He boarded his flight solo as Zara stayed at home with their two cats – telling fans she was too busy with work to join him.

Sharing a throwback snap of them together after a phone call Down Under, Zara wrote: “I miss you bestie. Love you.

“PS Don’t be mad but I’ve watched the latest Made in Chelsea episode without you.”

Zara was bombarded with questions froms fans about why she didn’t go with Sam to Australia.

The 27-year-old explained: “You guys are funny. I’ve had this question so many times! Well firstly I’m filming my documentary about stalking at the moment and it’s really not possible to take time off filming at short notice. 

“Sam’s show only got confirmed last month. I am working with some amazing women.

“It wouldn’t feel right, and I wouldn’t want to just pull out of filming and let everyone down, especially the brave women who have come forward to share their stories with me.

“Secondly; Sam has to get up for work at 1am every day, it’s a closed set so I wouldn’t be able to go to work with him. I’d just be sat at the hotel while he’s working.

“He also goes to bed at around 4/5pm Australia time in order to get up at 1am.

“I don’t know how it would work me being out there with him because it’s not like I’d be able to go for dinners and stuff on my own. I’d probably have to go to sleep at that time too.”

She added: “Let’s see, if he ends up going back next year for another season then I’ll defo go out there if I can.

“Also though, I think it’s funny how people assume just because Sam is working away, I automatically should go. 

“Love you guys but I also have a job too.”

Sam landed the presenting job with the sister show, Unpacked, with Joel Dommett and Kemi Rodgers, after winning I’m A Celeb last year.

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South Korean actor Song Jae-lim has died, aged 39.

The actor, who is also known as Song Jae-rim, was found dead in his home in the Seongdong Ward in Seoul at midday on Tuesday (12 November). He was due to meet a friend for lunch when his body was discovered, according to Korean media.

Police are not treating the death as suspicious, and a note was found at the scene according to Variety.

The K-Drama star first rose to fame for his role as a loyal warrior in Moon Embracing the Sun, a fantasy drama about a mediaeval King and a female shaman who fall in love.

He made his debut in the 2009 film Actresses. He gained further popularity after appearing on the reality show We Got Married in 2014.

The actor’s family have told media that they would hold a small and private funeral for the star on Thursday (14 November). The event took place at the Yeouido St. Mary’s Funeral Hall.

Jae-lim began his career as a runway model, appearing in national magazines including Vogue Girl Korea, Dazed Korea, Nylon Korea, GQ Korea, and Marie Claire Korea.

Tributes from the Korean entertainment industry poured in as his co-stars and other celebrities paid tribute to the star.

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Actor Yoo Sun, who co-starred with Jae-lim in the drama Our Gap Soon in 2016, shared a photo of them together on Wednesday (13 November), writing: “It’s too sad, it hurts so much… May you find peace and rest.”

Please Take Care of My Refrigerator actor Hong Seok-cheon also posted a tribute, sharing a smiling photo of Jae-rim and writing, “I mourn that I’ll never see that wonderful smile again. It hurts me to let you go without a proper goodbye. I’m so sorry.”

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Fellow actor Kim Min-kyu, said she had spoken with the star only a month ago. He recalled their last conversation as he said that the actor seemed upbeat about his future projects.

“You told me about your ongoing performances with such a bright voice… Why…?” he said.

An official confirmation for the cause of Jae-lim’s death is yet to be announced.

MARRIED At First Sight’s explosive reunion saw Hannah arrive with Ryan, before flirting with another groom.

Rumours about a potential romance between the two had been swirling, and then even more so when they made a dramatic arrival as a couple.

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Both Hannah and Ryan were unlucky-in-love on the dating show, with their relationships with Stephen and Sionainn collapsing on screen.

However, fans were shocked when it was revealed that Hannah and Ryan had been flirting off-camera and that they may have even shared a kiss.

Then on Wednesday night’s explosive reunion episode the pair looked in good spirits as they waltzed into the dinner party together.

Hannah and Ryan’s co-stars looked on in disbelief, and Sionainn shook her head as her ex arrived with a new girl.

Expert Charlene Douglas questioned: “Are they entering as a couple?”

To which Mel Schilling replied: “Well they’re not holding hands.”

Hannah said they were “just friends” after Kieran questioned what was going on between them.

Elaborating, Hannah went on: “For me he said last time I walked into a room full of people I got verbally attacked.”

Despite entering the reunion with Ryan, MAFS viewers noticed that she was “flirting” with another groom all night – Orson.

The pair have history after an “affair scandal” that rocked MAFS.

But despite fans thinking Hannah and Orson got together after the show, it appears Orson has moved on altogether.

According to a TikTok video he is dating Harriet Southan – the sister of Big Brother star Henry.

As fans may recall, Henry competed in 2023’s ITV revival series and placed third.

Elsewhere on Wednesday night’s episode, Kristina was left in floods of tears over Kieran rejecting her again, after she tells him: “I put my life on the line for you.”

The mechanic’s frosty reply “I just feel numb” left her walking away devastated.

But the biggest showdown of the night came from Polly and Adam after he had a pop at her for talking about him at the table.

He then aired details on their sex life, shouting: “Why are you b******g about someone who doesn’t f*****g want you?

“We had sex three times in 10 weeks!”

In response, she chucked a full glass of red wine over him and his cream dinner suit.

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A new musical crime thriller on Netflix starring Selena Gomez and Zoe Saldaña has left viewers completely baffled, with verdicts ranging from “boring” to “movie of the year”.

Emilia Perez was called the most divisive film of the 2024 Cannes Film Festival and arrived on Netflix on 13 November.

The film, directed by Jacques Audiard, stars Karla Sofía Gascón as the titular character, a Mexican drug cartel leader who undergoes gender affirmation surgery to medically transition.

Perez recruits a gritty lawyer played by Saldaña, to help her go through with the process, while her wife, played by Gomez, and children are relocated to Switzerland for their safety.

The ambitious movie currently holds a positive score on Rotten Tomatoes, but judging by social media reactions, it has been wildly alienating.

A particular scene, where Saldana has the process of a sex change operation explained to her through the medium of song, has already gone viral, racking up more than 4 million views at the time of writing.

The person who uploaded it wrote: “THIS IS NOT A REAL MOVIE.” They later added: “I’m 20 minutes in and this was already the second time I had to pause the movie just to laugh because oh my god.”

Another detractor called it “the most boring, generic crime drama you can conceive of, with the occasional demented music number inserted in”.

A third person said: “A horrendously miscalculated medley of poor taste creative decisions in an attempt to seem ‘important’ and ‘empathetic.’”

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In a much more positive take, one viewer said: “The film was such a unique blend of comedy, crime, and musical elements that worked together in the most unexpected ways. The themes of identity and transformation were handled beautifully.”

Another person said that although the film was still “bats***” it still “flows with the context of the film. I kinda loved what it was doing and the story it was telling.”

In a review on Out, Mexican trans film critic Mey Rude said: Emilia Pérez isn’t just one of the best trans movies you’ll ever see, it’s one of the most unique and brilliant films of the year.”

At Cannes, Gascón and her co-stars shared the best actress prize, which she accepted.

Now, Gascón is widely forecast to be nominated for best actress at the Academy Awards.

Emilia Perez is available to watch now on Netflix.

MAURA Higgins oozed elegance in a glam red mini-dress as she partied with her pals before heading into the I’m A Celebrity jungle.

The Love Island alum is a late arrival into the 2024 line-up – and is clearly making the most of her final hours of freedom before being cooped up in camp.

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Maura, 33, pulled on her skintight frock with a flared hemline and bow detail on the back.

She accessorised with black point toe heels and a matching clutch bag.

The Glow Up Ireland host pulled her glossy brunette locks up into a high ponytail, styling the ends into neat waves.

She accessorised with gold hoop earrings and kept her make-up fresh, adding a dramatic slick of black mascara.

She was joined by a female pal, in an equally striking red lace bodysuit, as they exited a The Corinthia Hotel in London.

Maura appeared in high spirits, flashing a smile as she walked down a huge staircase in her heels before being captured enjoying a giggle in her taxi home.

Recently, she was seen stocking up on vapes before the big trip Down Under.

Maura also lapped up luxuries at Claridge’s hotel prior to her new reality show stint.

She even managed to catch up with love interest Pete Wicks as they stepped out together for a cute date in London.

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Maura will be a late arrival into the I’m A Celeb camp, along with the Reverend Richard Coles.

The duo will join the likes of Coleen Rooney, Barry McGuigan and Danny Jones in Ant and Dec’s jungle camp a week into this year’s star-spangled series. 

She swiped an I’m A Celeb spot after Tommy Fury pulled out.

Yet The Sun exclusively revealed former 2009 campmate Kim Woodburn’s fear Maura will be first to pull out.

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As the hit ITV show enters into its 24th series, a brand new batch of famous faces look set to enter the Aussie jungle once again to face terrifying Bushtucker Trials and living amongst the critters in camp in order to come out on top and be crowned King or Queen of the Jungle. The Sun’s Jake Penkethman takes a look at the stars heading Down Under this year…

Coleen Rooney – Arguably the most famous name heading into the camp, the leading WAG, known for her marriage to Wayne Rooney, will be making a grand return to TV as she looks to put the Wagatha Christie scandal behind her. The Sun revealed the mum-of-four had bagged an eye-watering deal worth over £1.5million to head into the camp this year making her the highest-paid contestant ever.

Tulisa – The popstar and former X Factor judge looks set to be making a triumphant TV comeback by signing up to this year’s I’m A Celeb after shunning TV shows for many years. Known for being a member of the trio, N-Dubz, Tulisa became a household name back in 2011 when she signed on to replace Cheryl on ITV show The X Factor in a multi-million pound deal.

Alan Halsall – The actor, known for playing the long-running role of Tyrone Dobbs on ITV soap opera Coronation Street, was originally signed up to head Down Under last year but an operation threw his scheduled appearance off-course. Now he will be hoping to become the latest Corrie star to win over both the viewers and his fellow celebrities when he gets into camp.

Melvin Odoom – The Radio DJ has become a regular face on TV screens after rising to fame with presenting roles on Kiss FM, BBC Radio 1 and 4Music. He has already been for a spin on the Strictly dancefloor and co-hosted The Xtra Factor with Rochelle Humes in 2015 but now he is facing up to his biggest challenge yet – the Aussie jungle.

GK Barry – The UK’s biggest social media personality, GK, whose real name is Grace Keeling, has transformed her TikTok stardom into a lucrative career. Aside from her popular social media channels, she hosts the weekly podcast, Saving Grace, and regularly appears on ITV talk show, Loose Women. She has even gone on to endorse popular brand such as PrettyLittleThing, KFC and Ann Summers.

Dean McCullough – A rising star amongst this year’s bunch of celebs, Dean first achieved notability through his radio appearances on Gaydio and BBC Radio 1. He was chosen to join the BBC station permanently in 2021 and has featured prominently ever since. He has enjoyed a crossover to ITV over the past year thanks to his guest slots on Big Brother spin-off show, Late & Live.

Oti Mabuse – The pro dancer has signed up to her latest TV show after making her way through the biggest programmes on the box. She origianlly found fame on Strictly Come Dancing but has since branched out into the world of TV judging with appearances on former BBC show The Greatest Dancer as well as her current role on ITV’s Dancing On Ice.

Danny Jones – The McFly star was drafted into the programme last minute as a replacement for Tommy Fury. Danny is the second member of McFly to enter the jungle, after Dougie Poynter won the show in 2011. He is also considered a rising star on ITV as he’s now one of the mentors on their Saturday night talent show, The Voice, along with bandmate Tom. A jungle insider said: “As well as bringing some of the star appeal of the group with him, he’ll be supplying some serious guy candy for the campmates and viewers at home.”

Maura Higgins – The Irish TV beauty first found fame on Love Island where she found a brief connection with dancer Curtis Pritchard. Since then, she has competed on Dancing On Ice as well as hosting the Irish version of the beauty contest, Glow Up. Since last year, she has been working on building up her career in the US by being the social media correspondent and host of Aftersun to accompany Love Island USA. She even guest hosted an episode of the spin-off, Love Island Games, in place of Maya Jama last year.

Jane Moore – The Loose Women star and The Sun columnist will be braving the creepy crawlies this year. The star is ready for a new challenge – having recently split from her husband. It will be Jane’s first foray into reality TV with the telly favourite having always said no to reality shows in the past.

Barry McGuigan – Former pro boxer Barry will become the latest fighting champ to head Down Under following in the footsteps of Tony Bellew and Amir Khan. It comes after a tough few years for Irish star Barry, who lost his daughter Danika to breast cancer. He told The Late Late Show in 2021: “She was such an intrinsic part of the family that every day we ache.”

Rev. Richard Coles – Former BBC radio host the Rev Richard Coles is set for I’m A Celebrity — and is ready to let rip at his old employer. The former Communards and Strictly star, 62, said the BBC did not know its a**e from its elbow last year.An insider said: “Rev Coles will have a variety of tales to tell from his wild days as a pop star in the Eighties, through to performing on Strictly and his later life as a man of the cloth.”

Kim, 82, also thinks that like many stars who compete on the popular ITV show, Maura’s motivation for entering the jungle is for monetary reasons.

In an interview hosted by WhichBingo.co.uk, she told The Sun: “Maura Higgins is a very beautiful girl.

“I’ve never met the young lady. She’s entertaining. She’s very beautiful. You don’t know anything about her.

“I’d like to think she’ll do trials. She looks delicate. We can never tell you know, you can never tell, good luck to her.”

“And if she’s she’s been paid a lump sum to go in. They all go in for the money, but they deny it,” she added to The Sun.

She added: “But you see the trouble with that is, many of them go in for the money.

“Take the money. She’s dainty and tiny and fragile. Let us see her doing the trials, marvellous. Good luck to her.”

One person who perhaps won’t be voting for her to be jungle queen is her ex Curtis Pritchard.

He raged how his Love Island ex “can’t keep my name out of her mouth” after she addressed their reality show romance on a recent podcast.

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The Voice US fans were left blindsided after a contestant suddenly quit the show, leaving a judge in the lurch.

On the latest episode of the singing competition, which airs on network NBC, Canadian singer Michael Bublé, who is a judge on the show, was informed that Tanner Frick had left the show ahead of the knockouts stage.

Presenter Carson Daly told Bublé: “Michael, Tanner left the competition after rehearsals. You still have Cameron [Wright] and Sloane [Simon].”

No reason was given for Frick’s decision to leave the show – and fans have become even more confused after the contestant appeared to reference the news in cryptic message posted on Instagram and TikTok.

The singer shared a video showing him performing one of his songs, captioning the post: “Ain’t nobody want me anyway.”

However, viewers of the show noted the discrepancy in his statement, as Frick had received support from the judges during his appearances on the series.

In his first audition, all four judges – including Snoop Dogg, Gwen Stefani and Reba McEntire – turned their chairs around to signify they wanted to send him through to the next round.

Frick initially opted to go with McEntire, who sent him home in the battle stage of the competition – but Bublé swooped in to save him from being eliminated, telling Daly: “Tanner Frick was a huge win for me. That’s a former four-chair turn and a piece of the puzzle that I didn’t have.”

He said of Frick: “I needed that country singer and now I feel like I’m completely in the game. It’s a brave new world we’re about to head into.”

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Frick’s fans expressed surprise over his exit from the show in the comments section of his post, with one writing: “Sure was surprised to hear that you had departed The Voice… I predicted you to go all the way to win it this year. “

Another added: “Ugh I hate that you left The Voice. I had you as my top #1 artist! So sad to see you go but I hope everything is OK!”

An additional fan wrote: “You were definitely one of my favs!!” with another chiming in: “Oh no, where did you go? I felt like you could win The Voice.