thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Kate Middleton's powerful photo portraits of "life affirming" Holocaust survivors

The Duchess of Cambridge has captured the inner strength of Holocaust survivors in photographs to mark the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Nazi concentration camps .
She has made it her mission to help break the cycle of damaged children becoming damaged adults in Britain but in this new photographic project Kate encountered grandparents who had endured the most horrific of childhood traumas and come through incredible adversity to live fulfilled lives .
Inspired by the story of Anne Frank and the pictures of 17th century Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer , the future Queen , one of several photographers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of two survivors with their children and grandchildren and described them as “ two of the most life-affirming people that I have had the privilege to meet ” .
Each of the portraits , which will be published on Monday to mark Holocaust Memorial Day , depicts the special connection between a survivor and younger relatives carrying their legacy .
They are designed to encourage everyone in Britain to perpetuate and share the memory of the horrors inflicted by the Nazis .
One of Kate ’ s portraits was of 84-year-old Steven Frank @ @ @ @ @ @ @ multiple concentration camps as a child .
He is pictured alongside his granddaughters Maggie and Trixie Fleet , aged 15 and 13 .
Her other portrait is of 82-year-old Yvonne Bernstein , originally from Germany , who was a hidden child in France throughout most of the Holocaust .
She is pictured with her 11-year-old granddaughter Chloe Wright .
Kate , 38 , who is patron of the Royal Photographic Society and a keen amateur snapper , said : `` The harrowing atrocities of the Holocaust , which were caused by the most @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in our hearts .
`` Yet it is so often through the most unimaginable adversity that the most remarkable people flourish .
`` Despite unbelievable trauma at the start of their lives , Yvonne Bernstein and Steven Frank are two of the most life-affirming people that I have had the privilege to meet .
`` They look back on their experiences with sadness , but also with gratitude that they were some of the lucky few to make it through .
`` Their stories will stay with me forever .
Whilst I have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the now very few survivors , I recognise not everyone in the future will be able to hear these stories first hand .
`` It is vital that their memories are preserved and passed on to future generations , so that what they went through will never be forgotten .
`` One of the most moving accounts I read as a young girl was The Diary of Anne Frank , which tells a very personal reflection of life under Nazi occupation from a child 's perspective .
Her sensitive and intimate interpretation of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the underlying inspirations behind the images .
`` I wanted to make the portraits deeply personal to Yvonne and Steven - a celebration of family and the life that they have built since they both arrived in Britain in the 1940s .
`` The families brought items of personal significance with them which are included in the photographs .
`` It was a true honour to have been asked to participate in this project and I hope in some way Yvonne and Steven 's memories will be kept alive as they pass @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' The Duchess , a history of art graduate , said her photographic style in these portraits was inspired by Vermeer , whose domestic interior scenes of middle class life display a signature pearly light and draw the eye into the picture using carefully placed objects .
Her photo of Yvonne features her German ID card , dated March 3 , 1939 , which has a letter ‘ J ’ for Jew stamped on it .
There is also a treasured brooch , bought for Yvonne by her daughter .
It was made @ @ @ @ @ @ @ great-grandfather before it was taken over by the Nazis .
Steven and his granddaughters included particularly poignant items in his portrait by Kate .
They included a pan which his mother kept with them to cook extra morsels of food throughout their time in the camps , and a tomato from his garden .
When Steven was in the Theresienstadt camp as a child , he helped another prisoner grow tomatoes .
“ He had picked out the pips from rotten tomatoes and grew his own .
I became his little helper , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ He showed me how to pick out the side shoots so they grow straight , then when he was sent off to a camp in Poland , he asked me to look after his plants .
“ I was so proud to be asked - I was only eight years old .
Since the war I have grown tomatoes at home in the greenhouse and every time I water them I think of this man .
`` I don ’ t even know his name .
I still feel 75 years @ @ @ @ @ @ @ tomato plants for him .
When the tomatoes are out now the grandchildren come over and help to pick them.
” The portraits will be part of a new exhibition which will open later this year , bringing together 75 powerful images of survivors and their family members to mark 75 years since the end of the Holocaust .
Two other portraits , by distinguished photographers Jillian Edelstein and Frederic Aranda , are released today to announce the project - a collaboration between the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust , Jewish News , and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ featuring in the exhibition will be taken by fellows of the Royal Photographic Society .
In a photograph by Frederic Aranda , Joan Salter , 79 , who fled the Nazis as a young child , appears with her husband Martin and her daughter Shelley .
John Hajdu , 82 , who survived the Budapest Ghetto , is in a portrait with his four-year-old grandson Zac photographed by Jillian Edelstein .
Justin Cohen , news editor and co-publisher of Jewish News , said : “ Each of these striking photographs remind us of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ building new lives and families after coming face to face with evil , but also of the millions who were murdered and the many more millions of children and grandchildren who were never even born .
“ With fewer and fewer survivors with us to relay their experiences the work of the Duchess and the other photographers will help ensure the truth is never forgotten , and its lessons for fighting hate today are brought to the fore.
” Later today Kate will be joined by her husband , the Duke of Cambridge @ @ @ @ @ @ @ commemorative ceremony in Westminster .
Elsewhere , the Duchess of Cornwall will attend commemorations in Poland to mark the 75th anniversary of the liberation of former Nazi concentration and extermination camp Auschwitz-Birkenau .

The Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton took part in a project photographing two Holocaust survivors to mark the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Nazi concentration camps
The Duchess of Cambridge has captured the inner strength of Holocaust survivors in photographs to mark the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Nazi concentration camps.
She has made it her mission to help break the cycle of damaged children becoming damaged adults in Britain but in this new photographic project Kate encountered grandparents who had endured the most horrific of childhood traumas and come through incredible adversity to live fulfilled lives.
Inspired by the story of Anne Frank and the pictures of 17th century Dutch artist Johannes Vermeer, the future Queen, one of several photographers involved in the project, took portraits of two survivors with their children and grandchildren and described them as “two of the most life-affirming people that I have had the privilege to meet”.
Each of the portraits, which will be published on Monday to mark Holocaust Memorial Day, depicts the special connection between a survivor and younger relatives carrying their legacy.
They are designed to encourage everyone in Britain to perpetuate and share the memory of the horrors inflicted by the Nazis.
One of Kate’s portraits was of 84-year-old Steven Frank, originally from Amsterdam, who survived multiple concentration camps as a child.
He is pictured alongside his granddaughters Maggie and Trixie Fleet, aged 15 and 13.
Image: PA) PA)
Her other portrait is of 82-year-old Yvonne Bernstein, originally from Germany, who was a hidden child in France throughout most of the Holocaust.
She is pictured with her 11-year-old granddaughter Chloe Wright.
Kate, 38, who is patron of the Royal Photographic Society and a keen amateur snapper, said: "The harrowing atrocities of the Holocaust, which were caused by the most unthinkable evil, will forever lay heavy in our hearts.
"Yet it is so often through the most unimaginable adversity that the most remarkable people flourish.
"Despite unbelievable trauma at the start of their lives, Yvonne Bernstein and Steven Frank are two of the most life-affirming people that I have had the privilege to meet.
"They look back on their experiences with sadness, but also with gratitude that they were some of the lucky few to make it through.
"Their stories will stay with me forever. Whilst I have been lucky enough to meet two of the now very few survivors, I recognise not everyone in the future will be able to hear these stories first hand.
"It is vital that their memories are preserved and passed on to future generations, so that what they went through will never be forgotten.
Image: PA) PA)
"One of the most moving accounts I read as a young girl was The Diary of Anne Frank, which tells a very personal reflection of life under Nazi occupation from a child's perspective. Her sensitive and intimate interpretation of the horrors of the time was one of the underlying inspirations behind the images.
"I wanted to make the portraits deeply personal to Yvonne and Steven - a celebration of family and the life that they have built since they both arrived in Britain in the 1940s.
"The families brought items of personal significance with them which are included in the photographs.
"It was a true honour to have been asked to participate in this project and I hope in some way Yvonne and Steven's memories will be kept alive as they pass the baton to the next generation."
The Duchess, a history of art graduate, said her photographic style in these portraits was inspired by Vermeer, whose domestic interior scenes of middle class life display a signature pearly light and draw the eye into the picture using carefully placed objects.
Her photo of Yvonne features her German ID card, dated March 3, 1939, which has a letter ‘J’ for Jew stamped on it. There is also a treasured brooch, bought for Yvonne by her daughter.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
It was made by the jewellery firm founded by her great-grandfather before it was taken over by the Nazis.
Steven and his granddaughters included particularly poignant items in his portrait by Kate.
They included a pan which his mother kept with them to cook extra morsels of food throughout their time in the camps, and a tomato from his garden. When Steven was in the
Theresienstadt camp as a child, he helped another prisoner grow tomatoes.
“He had picked out the pips from rotten tomatoes and grew his own. I became his little helper, watering these tomatoes,” Steven said.
“He showed me how to pick out the side shoots so they grow straight, then when he was sent off to a camp in Poland, he asked me to look after his plants.
“I was so proud to be asked - I was only eight years old. Since the war I have grown tomatoes at home in the greenhouse and every time I water them I think of this man.
"I don’t even know his name. I still feel 75 years on that I’m watering his tomato plants for him. When the tomatoes are out now the grandchildren come over and help to pick them.”
The portraits will be part of a new exhibition which will open later this year, bringing together 75 powerful images of survivors and their family members to mark 75 years since the end of the Holocaust.
Image: PA) PA)
Two other portraits, by distinguished photographers Jillian Edelstein and Frederic Aranda, are released today to announce the project - a collaboration between the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust, Jewish News, and the Royal Photographic Society.
Other images featuring in the exhibition will be taken by fellows of the Royal Photographic Society.
In a photograph by Frederic Aranda, Joan Salter, 79, who fled the Nazis as a young child, appears with her husband Martin and her daughter Shelley.
John Hajdu, 82, who survived the Budapest Ghetto, is in a portrait with his four-year-old grandson Zac photographed by Jillian Edelstein.
Justin Cohen, news editor and co-publisher of Jewish News, said: “Each of these striking photographs remind us of the strength of so many survivors in building new lives and families after coming face to face with evil, but also of the millions who were murdered and the many more millions of children and grandchildren who were never even born.
“With fewer and fewer survivors with us to relay their experiences the work of the Duchess and the other photographers will help ensure the truth is never forgotten, and its lessons for fighting hate today are brought to the fore.”
Later today Kate will be joined by her husband, the Duke of Cambridge, at the UK Holocaust Memorial Day commemorative ceremony in Westminster.
Elsewhere, the Duchess of Cornwall will attend commemorations in Poland to mark the 75th anniversary of the liberation of former Nazi concentration and extermination camp Auschwitz-Birkenau.


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Inside Stacey Solomon and Mrs Hinch's wild girls' night at Dancing On Ice

Stacey Solomon and Mrs Hinch have been showing off their perfect friendship a lot recently and tonight they enjoyed a wild girls ' night out together .
The two stunning women let their hair down and headed out to support Stacey 's boyfriend Joe Swash in the audience of Dancing On Ice .
Their raucous night started off in a taxi , as the girls shared clips of themselves singing on their Instagram Stories .
Loose Women 's Stacey wrote : `` On our way out out '' as they laughed and messed around during their journey .
They followed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ filters , and Stacey admitted : `` I ca n't cope '' as she posted a hilarious snap of Sophie as Gretel .
Mum-of-three Stacey then posted a video from the Dancing On Ice audience in Hertfordshire as they settled to watch Joe perform .
They sang and threw some moves to Abba 's Dancing Queen from their seats .
Mrs Hinch posted similar stories to Stacey , and they each uploaded a gorgeous snap of the pair of them before they started their night .
The girls went for matching black outfits @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a cheeky smile at the camera lens are held hands to show off their amazing friendship .
Stacey captioned the photo : `` When they try to pit you against each other but there ’ s no gaps here for your cruel wedges # friendsbeforeb*****ds # taptotidy # hinching Women supporting women is what it ’ s all about .
Happy Sunday everyone '' .
Similarly , Sophie posted Stacey 's caption along with her photo .
It comes after Stacey recently revealed her strange house cleaning tips and tricks following forming a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ mum-of-three stunned fans with her ingenious way of organising her snack cupboard - revealing on her Instagram that she hangs them in colour-coordinated order from a curtain rail using miniature clamps .
She saves space in her crockery cupboard by using special racks to stack her plates in size order .
Even the family ’ s shoe cupboard is in order , with everyone ’ s shoes and trainers stacked neatly in pairs on shelves .
Stacey could have a whole new career ahead of her as the next Mrs Hinch .
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Stacey Solomon and cleaning guru pal Mrs Hinch supported the Loose Women panelist's boyfriend Joe Swash during his Dancing On Ice performance
Inside Stacey Solomon and Mrs Hinch's wild girls' night at Dancing On Ice
Stacey Solomon and Mrs Hinch have been showing off their perfect friendship a lot recently and tonight they enjoyed a wild girls' night out together.
The two stunning women let their hair down and headed out to support Stacey's boyfriend Joe Swash in the audience of Dancing On Ice.
Their raucous night started off in a taxi, as the girls shared clips of themselves singing on their Instagram Stories.
Loose Women's Stacey wrote: "On our way out out" as they laughed and messed around during their journey.
They followed up by sharing silly pictures using Instagram filters, and Stacey admitted: "I can't cope" as she posted a hilarious snap of Sophie as Gretel.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Mum-of-three Stacey then posted a video from the Dancing On Ice audience in Hertfordshire as they settled to watch Joe perform.
They sang and threw some moves to Abba's Dancing Queen from their seats.
Mrs Hinch posted similar stories to Stacey, and they each uploaded a gorgeous snap of the pair of them before they started their night.
Image: Instagram) Instagram) Image: Instagram) Instagram)
The girls went for matching black outfits and similar flawless make-up.
They flashed a cheeky smile at the camera lens are held hands to show off their amazing friendship.
Stacey captioned the photo: "When they try to pit you against each other but there’s no gaps here for your cruel wedges #friendsbeforeb*****ds #taptotidy #hinching Women supporting women is what it’s all about. Happy Sunday everyone".
Image: Instagram) Instagram) Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Similarly, Sophie posted Stacey's caption along with her photo.
It comes after Stacey recently revealed her strange house cleaning tips and tricks following forming a close bond with Mrs Hinch.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
The mum-of-three stunned fans with her ingenious way of organising her snack cupboard - revealing on her Instagram that she hangs them in colour-coordinated order from a curtain rail using miniature clamps.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
She saves space in her crockery cupboard by using special racks to stack her plates in size order.
Even the family’s shoe cupboard is in order, with everyone’s shoes and trainers stacked neatly in pairs on shelves.
Stacey could have a whole new career ahead of her as the next Mrs Hinch.
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thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Diddy slams Grammys organisers saying 'black music has never been respected'

Sean 'Diddy ' Combs has used the annual pre-Grammys bash to take aim at the organisers over a perceived lack of respect towards black music .
The 50-year-old took aim at Clive Davis ' organisation as he gave a 50-minute speech ahead of receiving the icon award at the gala .
Diddy did not hold back with his assessment of the state of the awards and the nominations as he spoke out .
The music mogul said : “ I have to be honest .
The last few days I ’ ve been conflicted .
I ’ m being honored @ @ @ @ @ @ @ family that I love , but there ’ s an elephant in the room and it ’ s not just about the Grammys.
” '' This is discrimination and injustice everywhere at an all-time high .
But there ’ s something I need to say to the Grammys and I changed my middle name to love , so it ’ s Sean Love Combs now… '' I say this with love to the Grammys because you really need to know this .
Every year , y ’ all be killing us man .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ pain .
I ’ m speaking for all the artists here , producers and executives – the amount of time to make these records , to pour your heart out into it… '' In the great words of Erykah Badu , ‘ We are artists and we ’ re sensitive about our s*** .
We are passionate.
’ ” Diddy then went on to claim that the Grammys shuns black artists , as his diatribe continued .
He continued : “ For most of us , this is all we ’ ve got @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Truth be told hip hop has never been respected by the Grammys .
`` Black music has never been respected by the Grammys to the point that it should be .
So , right now , in this current situation , it ’ s not a revelation .
`` This thing been going on and it ’ s not just going on in music .
It ’ s going on in film .
It ’ s going on in sports , It ’ s going on around the world . ''
Diddy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his hit out at the awards .
He added : `` And for years , we ’ ve allowed institutions , that have never had our best interest at heart , to judge us .
`` And that stops right now .
Y ’ all got 365 days to get this s*** together… '' We need the artists to take back control .
We need transparency .
We need diversity .
This is the room that has the power to make the change .
It needs to be made . ''
Diddy received @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the room , which included Jay-Z and Beyonce .
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Sean 'Diddy' Combs has used the annual pre-Grammys bash to take aim at the awards' organisers and claims there has been discrimination through the years
Sean 'Diddy' Combs has used the annual pre-Grammys bash to take aim at the organisers over a perceived lack of respect towards black music.
The 50-year-old took aim at Clive Davis' organisation as he gave a 50-minute speech ahead of receiving the icon award at the gala.
Diddy did not hold back with his assessment of the state of the awards and the nominations as he spoke out.
The music mogul said: “I have to be honest. The last few days I’ve been conflicted. I’m being honored by this industry I love, this family that I love, but there’s an elephant in the room and it’s not just about the Grammys.”
Image: FilmMagic) FilmMagic)
"This is discrimination and injustice everywhere at an all-time high. But there’s something I need to say to the Grammys and I changed my middle name to love, so it’s Sean Love Combs now…
"I say this with love to the Grammys because you really need to know this. Every year, y’all be killing us man.
"I’m talking about the pain. I’m speaking for all the artists here, producers and executives – the amount of time to make these records, to pour your heart out into it…
"In the great words of Erykah Badu, ‘We are artists and we’re sensitive about our s***. We are passionate.’”
Diddy then went on to claim that the Grammys shuns black artists, as his diatribe continued.
He continued: “For most of us, this is all we’ve got. It’s our only hope. Truth be told hip hop has never been respected by the Grammys.
"Black music has never been respected by the Grammys to the point that it should be. So, right now, in this current situation, it’s not a revelation.
Image: FilmMagic) FilmMagic)
"This thing been going on and it’s not just going on in music. It’s going on in film. It’s going on in sports, It’s going on around the world."
Diddy was not finished there as he continued his hit out at the awards.
He added: "And for years, we’ve allowed institutions, that have never had our best interest at heart, to judge us.
Image: Getty Images for The Recording A) Getty Images for The Recording A)
"And that stops right now. Y’all got 365 days to get this s*** together…
"We need the artists to take back control. We need transparency. We need diversity. This is the room that has the power to make the change. It needs to be made."
Diddy received a standing ovation from the artists in the room, which included Jay-Z and Beyonce.
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thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Maura Higgins says Love Island's ratings have dropped because she's not in the show

Maura Higgins has blamed the Love Island 's ratings decline on the fact that she 's not on it .
The Irish stunner , 29 , has also stated that she believes the new winter version - which has lost one million viewers - has flopped due to the lack of 'hot men ' .
Sharing an insight into her thoughts on the latest format of the ITV dating show , the brunette beauty told The Sun that producers need to find another 'Maura Higgins ' .
`` I have seen that the viewers have dropped - maybe it ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ they need Maura Higgins '' .
Love Island ratings dropped by almost a million views for the first ever winter launch .
TV bosses introduced a few shake-ups for the first ever winter series including Laura Whitmore taking over Caroline Flack 's hosting job .
It turns out 800,000 people less tuned in than for the show 's most recent summer run , according to rating reports from the BBC .
The popular reality dating show - which is now in its sixth series - was watched by a total of 2.51 million @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is in stark comparison to the 3.3 million fans who made sure to tune in for the debut episode of the summer series last year where Amber Gill and Greg O'Shea were crowned winners at the end .
Not only did Maura slam the show for it 's boring cast this season , she also admitted that she did n't fancy any of the not-so-hot boys of the new season .
`` But I feel like I don ’ t find the boys as hot this series .
I don ’ t fancy @ @ @ @ @ @ @ revelation comes after her Curtis Pritchard were announced as the red carpet hosts for the National Television Awards next week .
The Irish beauty , 29 , is set to host the social media side of the National Television Awards with her dancer boyfriend , 23 - a role that was previously filled by former Love Island winners Jack Fincham and Dani Dyrer .
The pair - who met on the ITV dating show in 2019 - have been together ever since , but speculation of their 'fake relationship ' has followed them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ This scenario bear immense similarity to previous hosts Jack,27 , and Dani,22 , who faced serious criticism in the lead up to the NTA 's .
The former Love Island stars appeared on This Morning with Philip Schofield and Holly Willoughby to speak about the huge presenting roles , but Maura was left fuming after Curtis accidentally let a huge secret spill .
As they were discussing the exciting milestone in both their careers and relationship , Holly asked if they had their very important outfits sorted for the big night .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ do n't have it yet , I 'm hoping when I get it that it fits okay and everything .
I 'm keeping it very late . ''
Curtis then eagerly chipped in , admitting that his girlfriend sent him a picture of the fancy frock , and requested that he opt for a suit of the same colour .
`` She sent me a picture and said Curtis , can you get me a suit that matches this ? ''
To which Maura snarled : `` We have to be matching .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Phil went on to ask the professional dancer what colour suit he was thinking of wearing to which Curtis replied `` greyish '' .
Maura quickly stared up into her boyfriends face with an incredibly stern look on her face after realising that he had spoiled the mystery and excitement of their National Television Awards debut .
Grasping his girlfriends frustration , the reality tv star quickly tried to retract spilling the beans by asking her : `` Oh can I give it away ?
Is it greyish ? ''
The Irish beauty @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 've told them now ... '' Holly hastily tried to resolve the awkwardness , saying : `` Still , we 'll have to wait and see until the whole things all together . ''
Fans rushed to Twitter to give their two-cents on the apparent 'fake ' encounter between the pair .
`` Wow , these two are so fake .
It 's so obvious she can not stand him ! ''
wrote one viewer .
`` Why are these two freaks still pretending to be together ? ''
quipped another .
While @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more chemistry with the butter in my fridge .
This is painful to watch '' .
Will the National Television Awards be the death kneel in Maura and Curtis ' relationship like it was for Jack and Dani ?

The former Love Island star has hinted that she's not a fan of the winter series
Maura Higgins says Love Island's ratings have dropped because she's not in the show
Maura Higgins has blamed the Love Island's ratings decline on the fact that she's not on it.
The Irish stunner, 29, has also stated that she believes the new winter version - which has lost one million viewers - has flopped due to the lack of 'hot men'.
Sharing an insight into her thoughts on the latest format of the ITV dating show, the brunette beauty told The Sun that producers need to find another 'Maura Higgins'.
Image: Maura Higgins/Instagram) Maura Higgins/Instagram)
"I have seen that the viewers have dropped - maybe it’s not getting as many viewers because they need Maura Higgins".
Love Island ratings dropped by almost a million views for the first ever winter launch.
TV bosses introduced a few shake-ups for the first ever winter series including Laura Whitmore taking over Caroline Flack's hosting job.
Image: Getty) Getty)
It turns out 800,000 people less tuned in than for the show's most recent summer run, according to rating reports from the BBC.
The popular reality dating show - which is now in its sixth series - was watched by a total of 2.51 million on it's launch night.
This is in stark comparison to the 3.3 million fans who made sure to tune in for the debut episode of the summer series last year where Amber Gill and Greg O'Shea were crowned winners at the end.
Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Not only did Maura slam the show for it's boring cast this season, she also admitted that she didn't fancy any of the not-so-hot boys of the new season.
"But I feel like I don’t find the boys as hot this series. I don’t fancy any of them."
Maura's revelation comes after her Curtis Pritchard were announced as the red carpet hosts for the National Television Awards next week.
Image: BACKGRID) BACKGRID)
The Irish beauty, 29, is set to host the social media side of the National Television Awards with her dancer boyfriend, 23 - a role that was previously filled by former Love Island winners Jack Fincham and Dani Dyrer.
The pair - who met on the ITV dating show in 2019 - have been together ever since, but speculation of their 'fake relationship' has followed them for a number of months now.
This scenario bear immense similarity to previous hosts Jack,27, and Dani,22, who faced serious criticism in the lead up to the NTA's.
Image: Ken McKay/ITV/REX) Ken McKay/ITV/REX)
The former Love Island stars appeared on This Morning with Philip Schofield and Holly Willoughby to speak about the huge presenting roles, but Maura was left fuming after Curtis accidentally let a huge secret spill.
As they were discussing the exciting milestone in both their careers and relationship, Holly asked if they had their very important outfits sorted for the big night.
The Love Island bombshell replied: "I don't have it yet, I'm hoping when I get it that it fits okay and everything. I'm keeping it very late."
Image: ITV) ITV)
Curtis then eagerly chipped in, admitting that his girlfriend sent him a picture of the fancy frock, and requested that he opt for a suit of the same colour.
"She sent me a picture and said Curtis, can you get me a suit that matches this?"
To which Maura snarled: "We have to be matching."
Image: ITV) ITV)
Attempting to cut the tension, Phil went on to ask the professional dancer what colour suit he was thinking of wearing to which Curtis replied "greyish".
Maura quickly stared up into her boyfriends face with an incredibly stern look on her face after realising that he had spoiled the mystery and excitement of their National Television Awards debut.
Grasping his girlfriends frustration, the reality tv star quickly tried to retract spilling the beans by asking her: "Oh can I give it away? Is it greyish?"
Image: Ricky Vigil/Getty Images for Boo) Ricky Vigil/Getty Images for Boo)
The Irish beauty snarled back: "I mean you've told them now..."
Holly hastily tried to resolve the awkwardness, saying: "Still, we'll have to wait and see until the whole things all together."
Fans rushed to Twitter to give their two-cents on the apparent 'fake' encounter between the pair.
Image: PA) PA)
"Wow, these two are so fake. It's so obvious she cannot stand him!" wrote one viewer.
"Why are these two freaks still pretending to be together?" quipped another.
While a third Tweeted: "I have more chemistry with the butter in my fridge. This is painful to watch".
Will the National Television Awards be the death kneel in Maura and Curtis' relationship like it was for Jack and Dani?


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Shrewsbury Town prove magic of the FA Cup is still alive with Liverpool comeback

They streamed onto the pitch at the final whistle .
Hundreds of Shrewsbury Town fans giddy at what they had just witnessed .
The magic of the FA Cup alive and well after a fabulous fourth round tie .
This was the day they will all remember when they came from 2-0 down to give mighty Liverpool , the champions-elect , one hell of a scare .
And they could so easily have won it at the death .
Shrewsbury are 16th in League One , Liverpool are 16 points clear at the top of the Premier League but it @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them after refusing to give up .
There is still nothing like the FA Cup .
Nothing can match the David and Goliath upsets and , even though it ended in a draw , it felt like a victory for this grand , wonderful old competition .
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp clearly has other priorities like winning the title and they are the reigning European champions but this was a nightmare result for them .
Shrewsbury ’ s supersub Jason Cummings stepped off the bench , scored twice and wrote one of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ FA Cup and one that will go down in this club ’ s folklore .
Shrewsbury get their dream replay at Anfield but that now eats into Liverpool ’ s winter break and is another fixture for Klopp to worry about in a season when they seem to be playing every other day .
Klopp gambled this time by making 11 changes , fielding a mix-and-match team of fringe players , kids and fit-again first-teamers but he still brought the cavalry with him because Mo Salah and Roberto Firmino came off the bench @ @ @ @ @ @ @ day .
Liverpool did switch off , they were slack in defence and yet no-one should take anything away from Shrewsbury .
They battled , scrapped and never gave up from first to the last whistle .
You could not have failed to get caught up in the moment .
The drama , the noise , the colour and the memories will last a lifetime and was surely the best day this 13-year-old stadium has seen .
It is also exactly what the FA Cup needed rather than another game when the big @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was on the bench because he was only just back to fitness .
He won the Scottish Cup with Hibernian in 2016 and this was another unforgettable day .
Cummings , with his flowing blonde hair , came off the bench after an hour and , in the space of 15 minutes , turned the game on its head .
Liverpool had been on Easy Street .
Curtis Jones , the 18-year-old who put Everton out in the last round , latched onto Pedro Chirivella ’ s exquisite through ball and the Liverpool @ @ @ @ @ @ @ In fairness , Shrewsbury kept going and twice Shaun Whalley went through but saw one effort blocked by Liverpool keeper Adrian and fired the other just wide .
But the tie looked over 28 seconds into the second half .
Liverpool ’ s right back Neco Williams floated over a cross , Shrewsbury defender Donald Love stuck out a foot and inexplicably stuck the ball into his own net .
Love hurts .
However , Shrewsbury just refused to give up .
They could sense their moment as Liverpool switched off , Klopp @ @ @ @ @ @ @ getting angry with Joel Matip as well as Harvey Elliott as he could see his players losing their grip .
Sure enough , Shrewsbury got back into it .
Cummings ’ pass - who else ?
- put in Josh Laurent , Liverpool rookie left back Yasser Larouci made a clumsy challenge and , even though the challenge started outside the box , referee Simon Hooper gave a penalty .
Cummings stepped up and kept his nerve to send Adrian the wrong way .
He was not finished .
Cummings seized on Dejan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it past him and then slotted the winner past Adrian .
The roof came off the place .
Both teams could have won it in the final stages amid frantic scrambles and appeals .
But not even Salah and Firmino could find a way past Shrewsbury .
What an incredible , unforgettable cup tie .

The League One side came from two goals down to secure a shock 2-2 draw and set up a replay against the Premier League champions-elect at Anfield
They streamed onto the pitch at the final whistle.
Hundreds of Shrewsbury Town fans giddy at what they had just witnessed. The magic of the FA Cup alive and well after a fabulous fourth round tie.
This was the day they will all remember when they came from 2-0 down to give mighty Liverpool, the champions-elect, one hell of a scare. And they could so easily have won it at the death.
Shrewsbury are 16th in League One, Liverpool are 16 points clear at the top of the Premier League but it was a day when the minnows matched them after refusing to give up.
There is still nothing like the FA Cup. Nothing can match the David and Goliath upsets and, even though it ended in a draw, it felt like a victory for this grand, wonderful old competition.
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp clearly has other priorities like winning the title and they are the reigning European champions but this was a nightmare result for them.
Image: PA) PA)
Shrewsbury’s supersub Jason Cummings stepped off the bench, scored twice and wrote one of the best stories of this year’s FA Cup and one that will go down in this club’s folklore.
Shrewsbury get their dream replay at Anfield but that now eats into Liverpool’s winter break and is another fixture for Klopp to worry about in a season when they seem to be playing every other day.
Klopp gambled this time by making 11 changes, fielding a mix-and-match team of fringe players, kids and fit-again first-teamers but he still brought the cavalry with him because Mo Salah and Roberto Firmino came off the bench but even they could not save the day.
Liverpool did switch off, they were slack in defence and yet no-one should take anything away from Shrewsbury. They battled, scrapped and never gave up from first to the last whistle.
You could not have failed to get caught up in the moment. The drama, the noise, the colour and the memories will last a lifetime and was surely the best day this 13-year-old stadium has seen.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
It is also exactly what the FA Cup needed rather than another game when the big boys rolled over the minnows. Cummings was on the bench because he was only just back to fitness. He won the Scottish Cup with Hibernian in 2016 and this was another unforgettable day.
Cummings, with his flowing blonde hair, came off the bench after an hour and, in the space of 15 minutes, turned the game on its head.
Liverpool had been on Easy Street. Curtis Jones, the 18-year-old who put Everton out in the last round, latched onto Pedro Chirivella’s exquisite through ball and the Liverpool teenager raced through to slot home.
In fairness, Shrewsbury kept going and twice Shaun Whalley went through but saw one effort blocked by Liverpool keeper Adrian and fired the other just wide.
But the tie looked over 28 seconds into the second half. Liverpool’s right back Neco Williams floated over a cross, Shrewsbury defender Donald Love stuck out a foot and inexplicably stuck the ball into his own net. Love hurts.
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
However, Shrewsbury just refused to give up. They could sense their moment as Liverpool switched off, Klopp was getting angry on the touchline, getting angry with Joel Matip as well as Harvey Elliott as he could see his players losing their grip.
Sure enough, Shrewsbury got back into it. Cummings’ pass - who else? - put in Josh Laurent, Liverpool rookie left back Yasser Larouci made a clumsy challenge and, even though the challenge started outside the box, referee Simon Hooper gave a penalty.
Cummings stepped up and kept his nerve to send Adrian the wrong way. He was not finished. Cummings seized on Dejan Lovren dawdling on the ball, nicked it past him and then slotted the winner past Adrian. The roof came off the place.
Both teams could have won it in the final stages amid frantic scrambles and appeals. But not even Salah and Firmino could find a way past Shrewsbury. What an incredible, unforgettable cup tie.


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--LA Clippers coach breaks down in tears during interview over Kobe Bryant death

LA Clippers head coach Doc Rivers struggled to get his words out in an interview about the death of Kobe Bryant ahead of his side 's game with Orlando Magic .
NBA legend Bryant was killed on Sunday when his helicopter crashed in California - with eight other people also perishing in the incident including Bryant 's 13-year-old daughter Gianna .
Rivers was a friend of Bryant and chatted him for 45 minutes at a function recently , where they reminisced of their clashes against each other .
Basketball Veteran Rivers who coached Magic , Boston Clippers and the Clippers @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his side later this evening .
But before the match he spoke to reporters about Bryant , who died aged 41 , and could barely speak as he visibly weeped .
Having sobbed for around 20 seconds he attempted to get his words out but failed before composing himself .
`` I just do n't have a lot to say .
The news is just devastating to everybody who knew him a long time .
`` He means a lot to me .
he was such a great opponant .
It is what @ @ @ @ @ @ @ that DNA that very few athletes have - just the Tiger Woods and Michael Jordans .
`` I got to know him more since he retired .
`` This is a tough one .
We had to go play .
The news is just so devastating for Vanessa and his family .
There are just so many people he touched .
`` Looking at my young players and seeing how emotional they are and they did n't even know him .
It just shows you how far his reach was .
`` It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
I have to go speak to the team before the game and tell them to play . ''
At which point , Rivers broke down into sobbing again , before added : `` This is a great loss for the league .
I thought he had so much more to do .
I had never seen him happier .
`` Everyone is a Lakers fan right now .
We are all Lakers today . ''

LA Clippers head coach Doc Rivers was preparing for his side's game with Orlando Magic on Sunday night - hours after Kobe Bryant's death
LA Clippers head coach Doc Rivers struggled to get his words out in an interview about the death of Kobe Bryant ahead of his side's game with Orlando Magic.
NBA legend Bryant was killed on Sunday when his helicopter crashed in California - with eight other people also perishing in the incident including Bryant's 13-year-old daughter Gianna.
Rivers was a friend of Bryant and chatted him for 45 minutes at a function recently, where they reminisced of their clashes against each other.
Basketball Veteran Rivers who coached Magic, Boston Clippers and the Clippers against Bryant, is due to manage his side later this evening.
Image: Christian Petersen/Getty Images) Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
But before the match he spoke to reporters about Bryant, who died aged 41, and could barely speak as he visibly weeped.
Having sobbed for around 20 seconds he attempted to get his words out but failed before composing himself.
"I just don't have a lot to say. The news is just devastating to everybody who knew him a long time.
"He means a lot to me. he was such a great opponant. It is what you want in sports. He had that DNA that very few athletes have - just the Tiger Woods and Michael Jordans.
Image: LA Clippers) LA Clippers)
"I got to know him more since he retired.
"This is a tough one. We had to go play. The news is just so devastating for Vanessa and his family. There are just so many people he touched.
"Looking at my young players and seeing how emotional they are and they didn't even know him. It just shows you how far his reach was.
"It is shocking news for all of us. I have to go speak to the team before the game and tell them to play."
At which point, Rivers broke down into sobbing again, before added: "This is a great loss for the league. I thought he had so much more to do. I had never seen him happier.
"Everyone is a Lakers fan right now. We are all Lakers today."


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Grammy Awards 2020: Hottest red carpet arrivals from Lizzo to Ariana Grande

The Grammy Awards 2020 is the biggest night of the music calendar and the red carpet never dissapoints .
Ahead of the 62nd annual bash , the biggest and brightest stars in the industry are arriving in force at Los Angeles ' Staples Center in all their fashionable glory .
Leading the pack is Lizzo , who is the most nominated star of tonight 's ceremony with a total of eight nods .
The Juice singer sashayed down the red carpet in an angelic white floorlength gown that was set off with a luxurious white fur stole and diamond jewerelly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the most of her incredible curves in the gown which featured a built in corset and a daring thigh high split .
Lizzo is nominated in several major categories including New Artist , Best Album and Best Song for Truth Hurts .
Her rival for tonight , Ariana Grande also rocked up in a show stopping gown .
The Thank U Next singer arrived wearing a multi layered grey tulle gown that boasted an skirt so large it threatened to swamp the pint size pop star .
But Ariana looked ready to suffer @ @ @ @ @ @ @ number of fierce poses .
She finished her look with her signature high pony tail and gloves to match her dress .
At one point Ariana even playfully sat down on the red carpet and pretended to look bored with proceedings .
Her over the top glamour came in stark contrast to Billie Eilish who opted for an all out wacky look at her first Grammy Awards .
The teenager went in hard with the back and green theme , sporting a silk suit , manicured nails , trainers and a polo neck @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had luminous green hair dye to complete the ensemble .
Gwen Stefani played it simple but chic in a cream mini dress that was studded with hundreds of pearls .
Arriving alongside boyfriend Blake shelton , Gwen gave a nod to her rocker past by accessorising with some racy thigh high boots .
Former child star JoJo was also in attendance at the bash dressed in a revealing grey number .
The Too Little Too Late hitmaker made the most of her incredible figure in the strapless gown that featured a flattering cinched @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cut an elegant figure as she arrived in support of her musician boyfriend James Blake .
The Good Life actress ' quirky dress gave a flash of her leg thanks to a transparent panel on her flowing skirt .
While James also showed off his style credentials with his oversized patterned suit .
Some celebs opted to make a statement with their entrances .
America singer Joy Villa arrived in a red ensemble that showed her support for President Donald Trump .
Wearing her feelings on her dress , Joy 's outfit spelt @ @ @ @ @ @ @ huge capital letters .
Fellow American singer Ricky Rebel also made a very cheeky statement with his Grammys outfit .
The activist arrived wearing leather chaps and a thong with the words 'Impeach this ' written in ink on his buttocks .
British star Lewis Capaldi , who is nominated for Song of the Year with Someone You Loved , made a typically low key entrance .
The Scottish star wore a simple black jacket and jeans with a white top and trainers .
Despite his casual attire , Lewis looked more than @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and gave a thumbs up to cameras ahead of the ceremony .
Ozzy Osbourne walked the red caper with a cane , just days after speaking out about his Parkinson 's diagnosis .
The Black Sabbath star told fans he was suffering terrible nerve pain that started when he fell over at home last year and underwent surgery .
His daughter Kelly turned out to support her dad at the event .

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The celebs dressed to impress for the glitzy music event at the Staples Center in Los Angeles last night
Grammy Awards 2020: Hottest red carpet looks as Ariana Grande steals the show in Cinderella gown
The Grammy Awards 2020 is the biggest night of the music calendar and the red carpet never dissapoints.
The biggest and brightest stars in the industry flocked to the Staples Center in Los Angeles last night for the 62nd annual bash.
Pop star Ariana Grande stole the show in an incredible Cinderella-style ball gown, complete with matching gloves.
The Thank U Next singer arrived wearing a multi layered grey tulle frock with a skirt so large it threatened to swamp the pint sized singer.
At one point Ariana even playfully sat down on the red carpet and pretended to look bored with proceedings.
Image: Christopher Polk/Rolling Stone/REX) Christopher Polk/Rolling Stone/REX) Image: WireImage) WireImage)
Also leading the pack was Lizzo, who was the most nominated star of the ceremony with a total of eight nods to her name.
The Juice singer sashayed down the red carpet in an angelic white floorlength gown that was set off with a luxurious white fur stole and diamond jewelerry.
The singer, 31, made the most of her incredible curves in the gown which featured a built in corset and a daring thigh high split.
Lizzo was nominated in several major categories including New Artist, Best Album and Best Song for Truth Hurts.
Image: Christopher Polk/Rolling Stone/REX) Christopher Polk/Rolling Stone/REX) Image: David Fisher/REX) David Fisher/REX)
Her over the top glamour came in stark contrast to Billie Eilish who opted for an all out wacky look at her first Grammy Awards.
The teenager went in hard with the back and green theme, sporting a silk suit, manicured nails, trainers and a polo neck in the Halloween-esque shades.
She even had luminous green hair dye to complete the ensemble.
Image: Getty Images for The Recording A) Getty Images for The Recording A)
Gwen Stefani played it simple but chic in a cream mini dress that was studded with hundreds of pearls.
Arriving alongside boyfriend Blake shelton, Gwen gave a nod to her rocker past by accessorising with some racy thigh high boots.
Former child star JoJo was also in attendance at the bash dressed in a revealing grey number.
The Too Little Too Late hitmaker made the most of her incredible figure in the strapless gown that featured a flattering cinched in waist.
Image: Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/MEGA) Xavier Collin/Image Press Agency/MEGA)
Actress Jameela Jamil also cut an elegant figure as she arrived in support of her musician boyfriend James Blake.
The Good Life actress' quirky dress gave a flash of her leg thanks to a transparent panel on her flowing skirt.
While James also showed off his style credentials with his oversized patterned suit.
Image: Matt Baron/REX) Matt Baron/REX) Image: Christopher Polk/Rolling Stone/REX) Christopher Polk/Rolling Stone/REX)
Some celebs opted to make a statement with their entrances.
America singer Joy Villa arrived in a red ensemble that showed her support for President Donald Trump.
Wearing her feelings on her dress, Joy's outfit spelt out the word 'TRUMP 2020' in huge capital letters.
Image: David Fisher/REX) David Fisher/REX) Image: Christopher Polk/Rolling Stone/REX) Christopher Polk/Rolling Stone/REX)
Image: David Fisher/REX) David Fisher/REX)
Fellow American singer Ricky Rebel also made a very cheeky statement with his Grammys outfit.
The activist arrived wearing leather chaps and a thong with the words 'Impeach this' written in ink on his buttocks.
British star Lewis Capaldi, who is nominated for Song of the Year with Someone You Loved, made a typically low key entrance.
Image: Matt Baron/REX) Matt Baron/REX) Image: Matt Baron/REX) Matt Baron/REX)
The Scottish star wore a simple black jacket and jeans with a white top and trainers.
Despite his casual attire, Lewis looked more than happy to be at the star-studded bash and gave a thumbs up to cameras ahead of the ceremony
Ozzy Osbourne walked the red caper with a cane, just days after speaking out about his Parkinson's diagnosis.
Image: David Fisher/REX) David Fisher/REX)
The Black Sabbath star told fans he was suffering terrible nerve pain that started when he fell over at home last year and underwent surgery.
His daughter Kelly turned out to support her dad at the event.
This year the awards had quite a shake-up with familiar chart-toppers being sidelined by some exciting new acts on the scene.
First-time nominees Lizzo, Billie Eilish and Lil Nas X were nominated across the four major categories (song of the year, album, record, and best new artist) while some big name artists are abscent.
The likes of Taylor Swift and BTS were snubbed from major categories despite their huge commercial success this year.
Leading the British stars up for big awards this year was Lewis Capaldi, who was nominated for Song Of The Year for heartbreak ballad Someone You Loved.


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Dancing on Ice's Maura and Curtis spark split fears with her frosty response to insult

Maura Higgins and Curtis Prithcard have sparked split fears after her frosty response to his dancing critique .
Dancing on Ice viewers are worried for the couple 's relationship after Curtis angered Maura after last week 's dance .
In her pre-skate VT , Maura was relaxing in the bar after last weekend 's show when Curtis asked if she wanted to hear some criticism .
Maura looked fuming before he even started speaking and fellow Love Island stars Lucie Donlan and Jordan Humes looked worried .
Curtis said : `` In the Foxtrot part in the routine the right @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Stern-faced Maura could n't look at her boyfriend and muttered : `` Alright , yeah OK. '' Curtis wrapped his arms around Maura to apologise but she was n't having any of it . ''
Luckily , judge John Barrowman broke the tension by jumping in her place next to Curtis .
After coming off the ice tonight , Phillip Schofield asked if Curtis had given Maura any more tips .
She coldly replied `` no '' as the camera panned to her grinning boyfriend , who insisted she was `` amazing '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Holly Willoughby claimed he was `` too scared to say '' .
Dancing on Ice viewers took to Twitter to question how solid their relationship is .
One viewer said : `` Does she actually call her own boyfriend “ Curtis From Love Island ” !
That ’ s a legitimate showmance confirmed then !
Haha '' '' This Maura and Curtis Showmance for camera attention should have stopped when that season of Love Island was over , '' added another .
A third said : `` Is `` Curtis from Love Island @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' going to turn up on camera each week ? ''
`` So Maura is supposedly with Curtis ( don ’ t believe it ) , but I really like her with Alexander , '' said a fourth .
John Barrowman said he could feel the emotional connection but there were a lot of stumbles .
When he told a booing audience member to shut up , fellow judge Ashley Banjo was left in hysterics .
Presenters Holly and Phillip told Maura she looked gutted , but she managed to survive and made @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on Ice airs Sundays on ITV at 9pm

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Love Island star Maura was fuming with boyfriend Curtis after last weekend's Dancing on Ice when he criticised her skating skills in front of their pals
Dancing on Ice's Maura and Curtis spark split fears with her frosty response to insult
Maura Higgins and Curtis Prithcard have sparked split fears after her frosty response to his dancing critique.
Dancing on Ice viewers are worried for the couple's relationship after Curtis angered Maura after last week's dance.
In her pre-skate VT, Maura was relaxing in the bar after last weekend's show when Curtis asked if she wanted to hear some criticism.
Maura looked fuming before he even started speaking and fellow Love Island stars Lucie Donlan and Jordan Humes looked worried.
Curtis said: "In the Foxtrot part in the routine the right shoulder just lifted up slightly."
Image: ITV) ITV) Image: ITV) ITV)
Stern-faced Maura couldn't look at her boyfriend and muttered: "Alright, yeah OK."
Curtis wrapped his arms around Maura to apologise but she wasn't having any of it."
Luckily, judge John Barrowman broke the tension by jumping in her place next to Curtis.
Image: ITV) ITV)
After coming off the ice tonight, Phillip Schofield asked if Curtis had given Maura any more tips.
She coldly replied "no" as the camera panned to her grinning boyfriend, who insisted she was "amazing".
Picking up on the tension, Holly Willoughby claimed he was "too scared to say".
Image: ITV) ITV)
Dancing on Ice viewers took to Twitter to question how solid their relationship is.
One viewer said: "Does she actually call her own boyfriend “Curtis From Love Island”! That’s a legitimate showmance confirmed then! Haha"
"This Maura and Curtis Showmance for camera attention should have stopped when that season of Love Island was over," added another.
A third said: "Is "Curtis from Love Island, older brother of AJ from Strictly" going to turn up on camera each week?"
"So Maura is supposedly with Curtis (don’t believe it), but I really like her with Alexander," said a fourth.
Image: ITV) ITV)
John Barrowman said he could feel the emotional connection but there were a lot of stumbles.
When he told a booing audience member to shut up, fellow judge Ashley Banjo was left in hysterics.
Presenters Holly and Phillip told Maura she looked gutted, but she managed to survive and made it through to another week.
*Dancing on Ice airs Sundays on ITV at 9pm


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Jason Cummings' cocky jibe to Liverpool after FA Cup heroics for Shrewsbury

Jason Cummings was the hero for Shrewsbury Town on a night where the League One side held Premier League giants Liverpool to a draw in the FA Cup .
The Scottish forward came off the bench with his side two goals down , and looking on their way out of the competition .
But Cummings spearheaded Shrewsbury 's revival with a two-goal salvo that had Jurgen Klopp 's men holding on for a replay .
After sending Adrian the wrong way from the penalty spot , Cummings then turned Dejan Lovren inside out to grab his second , but boasted @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his treble .
`` I could have got a hat-trick ! ''
Cummings beamed .
`` It was a dream come true against the best team in the world . ''
A goal from Curtis Jones had put Liverpool into an early lead , sliding Pedro Chirivella 's through ball past Max O'Leary in the Shrewsbury goal .
Despite allowing the hosts several clear chances , it was Liverpool who scored again early in the second half , as Donald Love netted an unfortunate own goal .
But Shrewsbury hosts were handed a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in the box for Cummings to reduce the deficit from the spot .
Soon after he had brought the scores level , cutting inside Lovren to fire a driven shot low beyond the reach of Adrian .
Shrewsbury pushed for a winner , as Liverpool 's defence battened down the hatches , but the Reds managed to hold on for a replay on home turf .
`` Going to Anfield is what it 's all about , '' Cummings added .
`` Anfield will be really good , for the fans , for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ We ca n't wait to get there . ''
Asked about Ian Wright backing him to come off the bench and score , he said : `` Wrighty knows his stuff .
I called I 'm A Celebrity every week to get him into the final . ''

The Shrewsbury Town striker scored twice after being introduced as a substitute to pull his side back from two goals down to force a fourth round replay with Liverpool
Jason Cummings was the hero for Shrewsbury Town on a night where the League One side held Premier League giants Liverpool to a draw in the FA Cup.
The Scottish forward came off the bench with his side two goals down, and looking on their way out of the competition.
But Cummings spearheaded Shrewsbury's revival with a two-goal salvo that had Jurgen Klopp's men holding on for a replay.
After sending Adrian the wrong way from the penalty spot, Cummings then turned Dejan Lovren inside out to grab his second, but boasted after the match he should have completed his treble.
"I could have got a hat-trick!" Cummings beamed. "It was a dream come true against the best team in the world."
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
A goal from Curtis Jones had put Liverpool into an early lead, sliding Pedro Chirivella's through ball past Max O'Leary in the Shrewsbury goal.
Despite allowing the hosts several clear chances, it was Liverpool who scored again early in the second half, as Donald Love netted an unfortunate own goal.
But Shrewsbury hosts were handed a lifeline when Yasser Larouci fouled Josh Laurent in the box for Cummings to reduce the deficit from the spot.
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
Soon after he had brought the scores level, cutting inside Lovren to fire a driven shot low beyond the reach of Adrian.
Shrewsbury pushed for a winner, as Liverpool's defence battened down the hatches, but the Reds managed to hold on for a replay on home turf.
"Going to Anfield is what it's all about," Cummings added. "Anfield will be really good, for the fans, for the chairman making a few quid. We can't wait to get there."
Asked about Ian Wright backing him to come off the bench and score, he said: "Wrighty knows his stuff. I called I'm A Celebrity every week to get him into the final."


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Ronaldinho backs Arsenal sensation Gabriel Martinelli to emulate Brazil icon Ronaldo

Ronaldinho has predicted that Gabriel Martinelli can emulate another Brazilian legend and become the best player in the world .
Former World Cup star Ronaldinho says the Arsenal teenager has got all of the attributes to follow in the footsteps of ex-Brazil superstar Ronaldo .
Ex-Inter Milan and Barcelona forward Ronaldo became one of the all-time greats during a glittering career and Ronaldinho can see similarities in 18-year-old Martinelli .
Ronaldinho said : “ We as Brazilians are very excited about him and his future .
It is one thing to have the talent - but another at the age @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ He reminds me of Ronaldo his first season in Europe he scored 30 goals and people were thinking : ‘ who is this 18 year old Brazilian kid ?
’ “ He wanted the ball , he would run at players , there was no fear no matter what players or team he was playing against - and I see that similar attitude in Martinelli .
“ He just wants to be on the ball and score goals .
Ronaldo went on to be the best player in the world - and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Martinelli.
” Martinelli has already become the first Arsenal teenager to score ten goals in all competitions since Nicolas Anelka and goes into Monday ’ s FA Cup tie at Bournemouth having scored twice in his last two games .
Arsenal plucked Martinelli from relative obscurity last summer when they signed him for just £7m and now Real Madrid are already keeping tabs and Ronaldinho believes a full Brazil senior cap is just around the corner .
Ronaldinho added : “ I am sure that his first Brazil cap is very close - @ @ @ @ @ @ @ team has never been concerned with age .
Ronaldo was playing for Brazil at 17 - and more recently Neymar and Jesus have played an important role when they were only teenagers .
“ If you have the ability and the talent then you will get the chance - and the world can see that he ( Martinelli ) has the talent.
” Meanwhile , Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has insisted he is ready to stand by error-prone Shkodran Mustafi despite the Germany defender ’ s habit of making high profile howlers .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a move for Flamengo defender Pablo Mari but Mustafi could still feature at Bournemouth and praised the centre half ’ s attitude despite another costly mistake at Chelsea last week .
Arteta added : “ I ’ ve worked with players like this , I ’ ve had team-mates like this and there is always a moment where there is a click .
“ I can accept a mistake , no problem , what I ’ m not going to accept is someone who makes a mistake and after he stops playing , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , he doesn ’ t want to make decisions .
That player is not acceptable for our team .
“ But Musti after that he tried to play every single time , he went for every single challenge , he put his body on the line .
“ He was down afterwards , yes , but he reacted and if he does that , he will overcome the situation .
I ask him to play the way we want to play , he made a mistake , on another day it will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to minimise that as quickly as possible and find the reason why that happens , but I like his reaction after that .
”

EXCLUSIVE: Brazil legend Ronaldinho believes that Martinelli has the potential to become the best player in the world after the 18-year-old's sensational start with the Gunners
Ronaldinho has predicted that Gabriel Martinelli can emulate another Brazilian legend and become the best player in the world.
Former World Cup star Ronaldinho says the Arsenal teenager has got all of the attributes to follow in the footsteps of ex-Brazil superstar Ronaldo.
Ex-Inter Milan and Barcelona forward Ronaldo became one of the all-time greats during a glittering career and Ronaldinho can see similarities in 18-year-old Martinelli.
Ronaldinho said: “We as Brazilians are very excited about him and his future. It is one thing to have the talent - but another at the age of 18 to have the confidence.
“He reminds me of Ronaldo his first season in Europe he scored 30 goals and people were thinking: ‘who is this 18 year old Brazilian kid?’
Image: Getty Images) Getty Images)
“He wanted the ball, he would run at players, there was no fear no matter what players or team he was playing against - and I see that similar attitude in Martinelli.
“He just wants to be on the ball and score goals. Ronaldo went on to be the best player in the world - and that can also be the aim of Martinelli.”
Martinelli has already become the first Arsenal teenager to score ten goals in all competitions since Nicolas Anelka and goes into Monday’s FA Cup tie at Bournemouth having scored twice in his last two games.
Arsenal plucked Martinelli from relative obscurity last summer when they signed him for just £7m and now Real Madrid are already keeping tabs and Ronaldinho believes a full Brazil senior cap is just around the corner.
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Ronaldinho added: “I am sure that his first Brazil cap is very close - he is ready. Historically the national team has never been concerned with age. Ronaldo was playing for Brazil at 17 - and more recently Neymar and Jesus have played an important role when they were only teenagers.
“If you have the ability and the talent then you will get the chance - and the world can see that he (Martinelli) has the talent.”
Meanwhile, Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has insisted he is ready to stand by error-prone Shkodran Mustafi despite the Germany defender’s habit of making high profile howlers.
Arteta wants to strengthen his defence with a move for Flamengo defender Pablo Mari but Mustafi could still feature at Bournemouth and praised the centre half’s attitude despite another costly mistake at Chelsea last week.
Image: Reuters) Reuters)
Arteta added: “I’ve worked with players like this, I’ve had team-mates like this and there is always a moment where there is a click.
“I can accept a mistake, no problem, what I’m not going to accept is someone who makes a mistake and after he stops playing, he doesn’t want the ball, he doesn’t want to make decisions. That player is not acceptable for our team.
“But Musti after that he tried to play every single time, he went for every single challenge, he put his body on the line.
“He was down afterwards, yes, but he reacted and if he does that, he will overcome the situation. I ask him to play the way we want to play, he made a mistake, on another day it will be someone else.
“Obviously we want to minimise that as quickly as possible and find the reason why that happens, but I like his reaction after that.”


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--WWE Royal Rumble 2020 free live stream: How to watch PPV event online

WWE 's first pay-per-view of the year is always one of the most fun - the annual Royal Rumble extravaganza .
It returns this weekend with two 30-man over-the-top-rope matches set to take place for both men and women .
The women ’ s Rumble , which is back for a third year , is expected to open the show , while the men 's event is likely to be the main event .
The Kickoff pre-show begins at 10pm and the main card at midnight , including Daniel Bryan versus The Fiend for the Universal Championship .
All the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sport Box Office or on the WWE Network - but there is a way you can catch all of the action for free .
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So if you sign up for the WWE Network , you can watch the PPV event without paying a penny , providing that you cancel @ @ @ @ @ @ @ A £9.99 per month subscription will then start , unless you cancel .
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The Fiend versus Daniel Bryan is one of the mouthwatering matches at the annual extravaganza
WWE's first pay-per-view of the year is always one of the most fun - the annual Royal Rumble extravaganza.
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The women’s Rumble, which is back for a third year, is expected to open the show, while the men's event is likely to be the main event.
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6. 'The Fiend' Bray Wyatt (c) vs. Daniel Bryan - Strap match for the WWE Universal Championship
7. Becky Lynch (c) vs. Asuka - Singles match for the WWE Raw Women's Championship
8. Men's Royal Rumble match - 30-man Royal Rumble match for a world championship match at WrestleMania 36
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thedailymirror--2020-01-26--NBA release statement following tragic death of Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna

The NBA have released a statement in which they paid tribute to Kobe Bryant and said they are `` devastated '' by the passing of the basketball legend and his daughter Gianna .
The point guard , widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all time , died in a helicopter crash in California on Sunday morning .
Bryant , who also won two Olympic gold medals , played for the Los Angeles Lakers throughout his 20-year NBA career before retiring in 2016 .
In a tragic event , Bryant 's 13-year-old daughter Gianna was also killed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Silver issued the following statement : `` The NBA family is devastated by the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant and his daughter , Gianna .
“ For 20 seasons , Kobe showed us what is possible when remarkable talent blends with an absolute devotion to winning .
`` He was one of the most extraordinary players in the history of our game with accomplishments that are legendary : five NBA championships , an NBA MVP award , 18 NBA All-Star selections , and two Olympic gold medals .
`` But he will be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ world to pick up a basketball and compete to the very best of their ability .
`` He was generous with the wisdom he acquired and saw it as his mission to share it with future generations of players , taking special delight in passing down his love of the game to Gianna .
“ We send our heartfelt condolences to his wife , Vanessa , and their family , the Lakers organization and the entire sports world.
” Bryant was named the NBA 's Most Valuable Player in 2008 , was Finals @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 18-time All-Star .
Bryant - who was born in Philadelphia in 1978 - was drafted at number 13 by the Charlotte Hornets in 1996 but was immediately traded to the Lakers .
The Lakers retired both of Bryant 's shirt numbers - eight and 24 - in a ceremony in December 2017 , when then franchise president Magic Johnson said : `` We 're here to celebrate the greatest who has ever worn the purple and gold . ''
He stood third in the all-time NBA points list until Saturday night , when @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to fourth place .

Bryant, who also won two Olympic gold medals, played for the Los Angeles Lakers throughout his 20-year NBA career before retiring in 2016
The NBA have released a statement in which they paid tribute to Kobe Bryant and said they are "devastated" by the passing of the basketball legend and his daughter Gianna.
The point guard, widely regarded as one of the greatest basketball players of all time, died in a helicopter crash in California on Sunday morning.
Bryant, who also won two Olympic gold medals, played for the Los Angeles Lakers throughout his 20-year NBA career before retiring in 2016.
In a tragic event, Bryant's 13-year-old daughter Gianna was also killed in the accident.
Image: USA TODAY Sports) USA TODAY Sports)
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver issued the following statement: "The NBA family is devastated by the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant and his daughter, Gianna.
“For 20 seasons, Kobe showed us what is possible when remarkable talent blends with an absolute devotion to winning.
"He was one of the most extraordinary players in the history of our game with accomplishments that are legendary: five NBA championships, an NBA MVP award, 18 NBA All-Star selections, and two Olympic gold medals.
"But he will be remembered most for inspiring people around the world to pick up a basketball and compete to the very best of their ability.
Image: Christian Petersen/Getty Images) Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
"He was generous with the wisdom he acquired and saw it as his mission to share it with future generations of players, taking special delight in passing down his love of the game to Gianna.
“We send our heartfelt condolences to his wife, Vanessa, and their family, the Lakers organization and the entire sports world.”
Bryant was named the NBA's Most Valuable Player in 2008, was Finals MVP on two occasions and was an 18-time All-Star.
Image: REUTERS) REUTERS)
Bryant - who was born in Philadelphia in 1978 - was drafted at number 13 by the Charlotte Hornets in 1996 but was immediately traded to the Lakers.
The Lakers retired both of Bryant's shirt numbers - eight and 24 - in a ceremony in December 2017, when then franchise president Magic Johnson said: "We're here to celebrate the greatest who has ever worn the purple and gold."
He stood third in the all-time NBA points list until Saturday night, when current Laker LeBron James pushed him down to fourth place.


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Cannabis farm found inside property after bus smashes through front room

Cannabis plants were found growing inside a house after police forced entry to check for people inside - when a bus crashed into the front room .
The bus smashed into the home in Loughborough , Leicestershire , last night so officers wanted to check everyone inside was safe after the collision .
After forcing entry into the house , they found cannabis plants instead of people .
Officers entered the property , which sits at the junction of the A6 Derby Road and Alan Moss Road in Loughborough just before 11pm on Saturday , January 25 , reports Leicestershire @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kinch Bus/Trent Barton crashed and ended up in the front bay windows of the house , seriously damaging the rented , semi-detached property .
Initially one casualty was reported as someone was trapped inside the bus after the three-vehicle collision .
Paramedics treated one person at the scene but no life-changing or life-threatening injuries were reported .
Now police are continuing enquiries into the crash while a crime forensic investigation vehicle was spotted parked in the garden of the house .
Police were called to the scene in Leicestershire after reports that a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Two other cars , a blue Ford and a black Vauxhall Vectra , were involved in the crash too .
The driver of one of the cars had reportedly left the scene before the police had arrived .
One local resident told Leicestershire Live : `` I heard the sound of tyres screeching , then a bang and a lot of police sirens .
`` The police got there very quickly . ''
`` I saw one person put on a trolley and put in the back of an ambulance , '' another @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` I know the owner and the property is rented out .
I don ’ t think anyone was inside when the bus crashed into it .
`` All I saw was a lot of police lights . ''
Another local resident said : `` I ’ m not surprised , there are a lot of incidents at those traffic lights . ''
A police spokesman said : “ Officers knocked on the door of the property to check the welfare of the occupants .
`` When no answer was received , entry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be unoccupied .
Sergeant Lee Taylor , who is based at Loughborough police station , added : `` Our enquiries into the incident are very much ongoing and officers remain at the property today .
`` We would ask anyone who witnessed the collision , or saw any of the vehicles beforehand , to get in touch .
`` We would also like to speak to anyone who was driving in Derby Road and has a dashcam in their vehicle.
” Anyone with information is asked to call 101 , quoting incident @ @ @ @ @

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Leicestershire police forced entry into a Loughborough home on the Derby Road and Alan Moss Road junction after a bus crashed into the front only to find cannabis plants growing inside
Cannabis plants were found growing inside a house after police forced entry to check for people inside - when a bus crashed into the front room.
The bus smashed into the home in Loughborough, Leicestershire, last night so officers wanted to check everyone inside was safe after the collision.
After forcing entry into the house, they found cannabis plants instead of people.
Officers entered the property, which sits at the junction of the A6 Derby Road and Alan Moss Road in Loughborough just before 11pm on Saturday, January 25, reports Leicestershire Live.
A single-decker bus operated by Kinch Bus/Trent Barton crashed and ended up in the front bay windows of the house, seriously damaging the rented, semi-detached property.
Image: Leicester Mercury) Leicester Mercury) Image: Leicester Mercury) Leicester Mercury)
Initially one casualty was reported as someone was trapped inside the bus after the three-vehicle collision. Paramedics treated one person at the scene but no life-changing or life-threatening injuries were reported.
Now police are continuing enquiries into the crash while a crime forensic investigation vehicle was spotted parked in the garden of the house.
Police were called to the scene in Leicestershire after reports that a bus had collided with a house. Two other cars, a blue Ford and a black Vauxhall Vectra, were involved in the crash too.
The driver of one of the cars had reportedly left the scene before the police had arrived.
One local resident told Leicestershire Live: "I heard the sound of tyres screeching, then a bang and a lot of police sirens.
"The police got there very quickly."
"I saw one person put on a trolley and put in the back of an ambulance," another person said.
Image: Leicester Mercury) Leicester Mercury)
A neighbour added: "I know the owner and the property is rented out. I don’t think anyone was inside when the bus crashed into it.
"All I saw was a lot of police lights."
Another local resident said: "I’m not surprised, there are a lot of incidents at those traffic lights."
A police spokesman said: “Officers knocked on the door of the property to check the welfare of the occupants.
"When no answer was received, entry was forced and the property was found to be unoccupied.
Image: Leciester Mercury) Leciester Mercury)
"A number of cannabis plants were found inside.”
Sergeant Lee Taylor, who is based at Loughborough police station, added: "Our enquiries into the incident are very much ongoing and officers remain at the property today.
"We would ask anyone who witnessed the collision, or saw any of the vehicles beforehand, to get in touch.
"We would also like to speak to anyone who was driving in Derby Road and has a dashcam in their vehicle.”
Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting incident 717 of January 25.


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Khloé Kardashian, John Legend and more mourn Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna's deaths

Basketball legend Kobe Bryant has died aged 41 in a helicopter crash in California alongside his 13-year-old daughter Gianna .
The pair were travelling in a private helicopter when it crashed in Calabasas on Sunday morning at around 10am local time .
Five people have been confirmed dead as a result of the crash , which is now under investigation .
After hearing the devastating news , celebrities have rushed to share their tributes for the iconic sportstar .
Kylie Jenner led the accolades as she took to Instagram to share a chilling snap of the late father and daughter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` At a loss for words right now .
Praying for this beautiful family ' .
Cleveland Cavaliers player Tristan Thompson also mourned the loss of Bryant and his daughter .
`` I ’ m at a loss for words .
I can ’ t believe this man .
RIP Kobe and his daughter Gianna , it was a honor to be able to compete with you .
Incredible player , even better person '' he wrote .
Demo Lovato took to Instagram to pay tribute to Kobe with a photo of the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Piers Morgan has also shared a stunning picture detailing a quote from Kobe .
The chilling quote referenced how Kobe wanted to be remembered as it read : '' I want to be remembered as a person who squeezed every ounce of of juice out of the orange that is life '' .
Following up with a heartfelt paragraph , singer John Legend praised the 'brilliant man ' .
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel shared an emotional tribute to the former Los Angles Lakers player , remembering Bryant and his legacy .
`` He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ hardest-working athletes ever , but what impressed me most was how deeply-involved Kobe was with his 4 daughters , ” Kimmel wrote on Twitter .
`` Pray for them , Vanessa , his parents & his fellow passengers ’ families on this sad and shocking day .
We will never forget you Kobe . ''
Ledley King labelled Kobe as his hero while sharing a candid snap of the pair together .
Sport star Jenson Button paid tribute to the NBA player by insisting that he was the greatest player that has ever @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to share her compelte disbelief as she wrote `` No , no no '' .
Rapper A $ AP Rocky tweeted , “ RIP KOBE , SO SAD , SUCH A SAD DAY N SAD NEWS , WE LOVE U , ” while NFL star JJ Watt shared , “ Can ’ t be true .
Just can ’ t be .
Truly truly horrific .
Rest In Peace Kobe.
” Sportstar Dwyane Wade pleaded with the heavens that the news was n't true as he wrote : '' Noooooo God please No @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Pau Gasol stated that he was devastated and labeled Kobe as his `` big brother '' and admitted he could n't 'believe it ' .
Chrissy Teigen also took to Twitter to share her disbelief at the tragic news .
Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers recalled the impact Bryant had on his own career in the NBA , tweeting that as a child he had been inspired to play basketball by the former NBA star .
`` Man I don ’ t even know where to start .
I started playing @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2010 finals .
I had never watched ball before that and that finals was the turning point of my life , ” he shared .
“ I WANTED TO BE LIKE KOBE .
I ’ m so FREAKING SAD right now !
!
!
!
RIP LEGEND . ''
Kobe Bryant 's helicopter reportedly circled 10 times above Los Angeles aerospace before it crashed killing all five people onboard .
Radar shows how the aircraft hovered over the city of Glendale for 15 minutes before it eventually slammed into a mountainside in Calabasas @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Dispatch audio has been released in which the operator is heard directing emergency personnel to the crash scene .
Data provided by Flightradar24 showed that the S-76 helicopter took off from nearby Orange County .
Judging by the flight path taken , the chopper carrying Bryant circled at least 10 times over a period of 15 minutes before crashing .

Celebrities have shared their heartbreak over the tragic passing of the iconic basketball player
Basketball legend Kobe Bryant has died aged 41 in a helicopter crash in California alongside his 13-year-old daughter Gianna.
The pair were travelling in a private helicopter when it crashed in Calabasas on Sunday morning at around 10am local time.
Five people have been confirmed dead as a result of the crash, which is now under investigation.
After hearing the devastating news, celebrities have rushed to share their tributes for the iconic sportstar.
Image: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo) Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo) Image: Instagram) Instagram)
Kim Kardashian was among those to pay her respects to the family as she spoke out on Twitter.
"My heart is so heavy. No one should ever experience what the families involved are going through. This has affected us all so much but I cannot begin to imagine what Vanessa is feeling losing her husband and her baby girl. I cry just thinking about it," she told her followers.
The reality star then followed this up with: "I am praying for the Bryant family, the Altobelli family and the families of all who perished in this unthinkable tragedy. Rest In Peace Legend."
Her younger sister Kylie also shared her thoughts on the tragic events with a picture of Bryant and his late daughter.
She captioned the heartbreaking picture: "At a loss for words right now. Praying for this beautiful family'.
Cleveland Cavaliers player Tristan Thompson also mourned the loss on Sunday.
"I’m at a loss for words. I can’t believe this man. RIP Kobe and his daughter Gianna, it was a honor to be able to compete with you. Incredible player, even better person" he wrote.
Demo Lovato took to Instagram to pay tribute to Kobe with a photo of the pair together.
Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan has also shared a stunning picture detailing a quote from Kobe.
The chilling quote referenced how Kobe wanted to be remembered as it read:
"I want to be remembered as a person who squeezed every ounce of of juice out of the orange that is life".
Following up with a heartfelt paragraph, singer John Legend praised the 'brilliant man'.
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel shared an emotional tribute to the former Los Angles Lakers player, remembering Bryant and his legacy.
"He was great, charismatic & among the hardest-working athletes ever, but what impressed me most was how deeply-involved Kobe was with his 4 daughters,” Kimmel wrote on Twitter.
"Pray for them, Vanessa, his parents & his fellow passengers’ families on this sad and shocking day. We will never forget you Kobe."
Image: Broadimage/REX/Shutterstock) Broadimage/REX/Shutterstock)
Ledley King labelled Kobe as his hero while sharing a candid snap of the pair together.
Sport star Jenson Button paid tribute to the NBA player by insisting that he was the greatest player that has ever lived.
Khloe Kardashian took to Twitter to share her compelte disbelief as she wrote "No, no no".
Rapper A$AP Rocky tweeted, “RIP KOBE , SO SAD , SUCH A SAD DAY N SAD NEWS , WE LOVE U,” while NFL star JJ Watt shared, “Can’t be true. Just can’t be. Truly truly horrific. Rest In Peace Kobe.”
Image: AFP via Getty Images) AFP via Getty Images)
Sportstar Dwyane Wade pleaded with the heavens that the news wasn't true as he wrote:
"Noooooo God please No!" upon hearing the shocking news.
Pau Gasol stated that he was devastated and labeled Kobe as his "big brother" and admitted he couldn't 'believe it'.
Image: London Entertainment / SplashNews.com) London Entertainment / SplashNews.com)
Chrissy Teigen also took to Twitter to share her disbelief at the tragic news.
Joel Embiid of the Philadelphia 76ers recalled the impact Bryant had on his own career in the NBA, tweeting that as a child he had been inspired to play basketball by the former NBA star.
"Man I don’t even know where to start. I started playing ball because of KOBE after watching the 2010 finals. I had never watched ball before that and that finals was the turning point of my life,” he shared. “I WANTED TO BE LIKE KOBE. I’m so FREAKING SAD right now!!!! RIP LEGEND."
Kobe Bryant's helicopter reportedly circled 10 times above Los Angeles aerospace before it crashed killing all five people onboard.
Radar shows how the aircraft hovered over the city of Glendale for 15 minutes before it eventually slammed into a mountainside in Calabasas, around 20 miles from downtown LA.
Dispatch audio has been released in which the operator is heard directing emergency personnel to the crash scene.
Data provided by Flightradar24 showed that the S-76 helicopter took off from nearby Orange County.
Judging by the flight path taken, the chopper carrying Bryant circled at least 10 times over a period of 15 minutes before crashing.


thedailymirror--2020-01-26--Reporter denies saying 'n-word' live on air in mix-up covering Kobe Bryant death

A US reporter is facing backlash after viewers claimed she appeared to use the ' n ' word in a live on-air blunder as she presented the news of Kobe Bryant 's helicopter crash death .
Some called for the NBC news anchor to be sacked after a clip of the broadcast quickly went viral as the world reacted in shock to the death of the basketball great along with his daughter Gianna and seven others .
In the clip the reporter appears begins to say what some claimed was 'Los Angeles n*****s , ' then quickly corrects herself , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ former New Yorker has denied using the racial slur as she apologised for the slip tonight .
Alison Morris wrote that she had gone to say Knicks instead of Lakers by mistake , then corrected herself mid-word , saying 'Nakers . '
Footage of her on-air stumble was recorded and posted online by swathes of furious viewers , with many demanding that MSNBC fire her and apologise .
She wrote on Twitter : `` Earlier today , while reporting on the tragic news of Kobe Bryant ’ s passing , I unfortunately stuttered @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the Knicks and the Lakers to say 'Nakers . '
Please know I did not & would NEVER use a racist term .
I apologize for the confusion this caused . ''
Viewers were fiercely divided over whether the anchor had said the ' n ' word or had become tongue-tied and stumbled over the word .
Viewers were quick to defend her , pointing out her New York career roots and saying it was possible she had been about to call the 'Lakers ' the 'Knicks ' , and had stumbled over @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Footage of the broadcast began going viral shortly after the tragic news of Bryant 's death , along with his young daughter and seven other people , in a helicopter crash emerged today .
All nine aboard the chopper were killed in the tragic incident earlier today in Calabasas , an upscale neighbourhood near Los Angeles .
Twitter users swiftly accused the reporter of racism and urged the broadcaster to sack her , saying it was too offensive to be regarded as just a slip of the tongue .
However not everyone @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' word as Morris quickly became the target of a social media pile-on .
Some suggested it was possible she had become tongue-tied during the live segment and said 'nakers ' instead of 'Lakers . '
Twitter user @ BaeAreaNiko wrote : `` How do you confuse Lakers with n****s ?
This is disgusting man ... . ''
Twitter user Tariq Nasheed wrote : `` What the hell kind of Freudian Slip was this ? ''
Another Twitter user @ LilPhatty_ was among those who were not convinced she had used the racial @ @ @ @ @ @ @ clearly said Nakers .
Y ’ all look for an issue with anything .
This is not the time . ''
Morris was formerly business reporter and anchor at Fox 5 in New York and announced she would be moving to anchor NBC News Now mid-last year .
Some on Twitter and Reddit are speculating the former New Yorker may have mixed up her teams - going to to call the Lakers the 'Knicks ' and realising her mistake mid-word .
The Mirror Online has approached NBC for comment .

MSNBC news anchor Alison Morris has apologised explaining she became tongue-tied on air as furious viewers accused of saying Los Angeles 'N****s' instead of 'Lakers'
A US reporter is facing backlash after viewers claimed she appeared to use the 'n' word in a live on-air blunder as she presented the news of Kobe Bryant's helicopter crash death.
Some called for the NBC news anchor to be sacked after a clip of the broadcast quickly went viral as the world reacted in shock to the death of the basketball great along with his daughter Gianna and seven others.
In the clip the reporter appears begins to say what some claimed was 'Los Angeles n*****s,' then quickly corrects herself, saying 'Los Angeles Lakers.'
The former New Yorker has denied using the racial slur as she apologised for the slip tonight.
Alison Morris wrote that she had gone to say Knicks instead of Lakers by mistake, then corrected herself mid-word, saying 'Nakers.'
Footage of her on-air stumble was recorded and posted online by swathes of furious viewers, with many demanding that MSNBC fire her and apologise.
She wrote on Twitter: "Earlier today, while reporting on the tragic news of Kobe Bryant’s passing, I unfortunately stuttered on air, combining the names of the Knicks and the Lakers to say 'Nakers.'
Please know I did not & would NEVER use a racist term. I apologize for the confusion this caused."
Viewers were fiercely divided over whether the anchor had said the 'n' word or had become tongue-tied and stumbled over the word.
Viewers were quick to defend her, pointing out her New York career roots and saying it was possible she had been about to call the 'Lakers' the 'Knicks', and had stumbled over the word as she realised her mistake.
Footage of the broadcast began going viral shortly after the tragic news of Bryant's death, along with his young daughter and seven other people, in a helicopter crash emerged today.
All nine aboard the chopper were killed in the tragic incident earlier today in Calabasas, an upscale neighbourhood near Los Angeles.
Twitter users swiftly accused the reporter of racism and urged the broadcaster to sack her, saying it was too offensive to be regarded as just a slip of the tongue.
However not everyone was convinced she said the 'n' word as Morris quickly became the target of a social media pile-on.
Some suggested it was possible she had become tongue-tied during the live segment and said 'nakers' instead of 'Lakers.'
Twitter user @BaeAreaNiko wrote: "How do you confuse Lakers with n****s? This is disgusting man...."
Twitter user Tariq Nasheed wrote: "What the hell kind of Freudian Slip was this?"
Another Twitter user @LilPhatty_ was among those who were not convinced she had used the racial slur.
She wrote: "She clearly said Nakers. Y’all look for an issue with anything. This is not the time."
Morris was formerly business reporter and anchor at Fox 5 in New York and announced she would be moving to anchor NBC News Now mid-last year.
Some on Twitter and Reddit are speculating the former New Yorker may have mixed up her teams - going to to call the Lakers the 'Knicks' and realising her mistake mid-word.
The Mirror Online has approached NBC for comment.