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Charl is a London-based journalist specialising in entertainment, celebrity and culture, with experience across digital news, features and documentary-led storytelling.

She's written more than 2,300 articles for titles including the Daily Express US, Mirror US and Irish Star, with bylines in numerous other international publications.

She covers everything from breaking celebrity news and exclusive interviews to documentaries, TV and major cultural events.

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Irish Star •

Actor predicted to be the next James Bond 'has been telling friends role is his'

The actor tipped to be the next James Bond has reportedly been telling his friends the "role is his."

Callum Turner, 35, who is best known for his role as Theseus Scamander in the Fantastic Beasts franchise, is said to have told his closest pals that he's set to be the next 007, beating out other favorites such as Aaron Taylor-Johnson and James Norton.

According to a source close to the British actor, "He's been blabbing all over town. Callum is the new Bond, it's been confirmed. Everyone in h...
Irish Star •

Jessie Buckley thirsts after costar Paul Mescal: 'I could drink you like water'

Jessie Buckley showed her love and appreciation for her Hamnet co-star, Paul Mescal, during her Critics' Choice Awards speech.

Jessie, 36, sang the 29-year-old's praises as she accepted the award for Best Actress at the event on Sunday, January 4. After receiving the award from Jurassic Park star Jeff Goldblum, the Irish actress poked fun at Paul's internet boyfriend status, telling the crowd, "Paul, I bloody love you, man. And I know loads of other women do in this room too, but tough s--t."...
Irish Star •

CBS News fans 'heartbroken' as they send prayers after Swiss fire update

CBS News viewers have expressed their "thoughts and prayers" following the network's update on the devastating New Year's Eve fire in Switzerland.

A catastrophic blaze erupted at the Le Constellation bar in the Swiss Alpine ski resort of Crans-Montana during the early morning hours of January 1, 2026, claiming 40 lives and leaving more than 100 people injured. Numerous victims have sustained third-degree burns, and authorities anticipate that identifying the deceased could take days or even wee...
Irish Star •

Will Smith hit with lawsuit as violinist alleges grooming and exploitation

Will Smith is facing a lawsuit for alleged sexual harassment, with the claim stating he supposedly "primed" a tour violinist for "sexual exploitation."

The 57-year-old acclaimed actor and his management company are being sued by Brian King Joseph, who has leveled accusations of sexual harassment and wrongful termination against Will and his company. The lawsuit, filed on December 30, 2025, lists Will and Treyball Studios Management as defendants.

As per the filing, which The Mirror US has revi...
Irish Star •

Fox viewers slam border patrol chief who admits ICE is arresting citizens

Fox News watchers have vented their fury on social media after a network guest confessed that ICE has been detaining American citizens.

Gregory Bovino, Border Patrol Chief, appeared alongside Tomi Lahren, who was standing in for Sean Hannity on the December 31 edition of Hannity, when he made the startling admission.

Speaking to Tomi, as social media clips of ICE agents making arrests rolled in the background, Gregory declared: "Tomi, these talking points are indeed tired. I get tired of liste...
Irish Star •

Megyn Kelly has public meltdown after Fox News host mentions blackface scandal

Megyn Kelly had a tantrum on social media after one of her former Fox News colleagues brought up her blackface scandal.

The 55-year-old former news anchor slammed Fox News' Mark Levin, calling him an "old, bitter, angry man," after he mentioned the widely-covered incident. Taking to X, the host of Sirius XM's The Megyn Kelly Show, fumed, "You're an old, irrelevant, bitter, angry man who could never make it in the Fox News primetime. We used to laugh at you there for your red-faced tantrums over...
Irish Star •

James Nesbitt gushes that working on Netflix's Run Away drama was a 'dream'

James Nesbitt has revealed that working on Harlan Coben's latest Netflix series, Run Away, was a "dream."

Speaking at a recent preview screening, attended by the cast and crew, the Northern Irish actor couldn't help but gush about the author and his latest TV series.

The series, which drops on Netflix on January 1, 2026, is inspired by Harlan's 2019 book of the same name and follows Simon, who desperately wants to find his daughter, Paige, who ran away following a difficult time with substance...
The Tab •

It's time: Here are the best and worst dressed celebrities at the Oscars 2025

It’s back, the Academy Awards. The most coveted award show in film took place last night in LA, and it really was something. But, many of us aren’t here for the awards but to see who was the worst or best dressed at the 2025 Oscars.

Before the show, many of the celebs in attendance took to the red carpet to show off their outfits for the evening.

Some stunned, leaving jaws dropped to the floor, but some were questionable, to say the least.

So, let’s have a look at the best and worst dressed cele...
The Tab •

UK gym bans women over 24 from training at peak times, and people aren't happy

A British gym has banned women aged over 24 from training there during peak hours, and people aren’t happy.

Mumsnet user @whenlifegivesyouoranges took to the site to ask fellow parents their thoughts on the situation.

Posted on the thread, AIBU [Am I Being Unreasonable?], the 36-year-old said she received a text from her gym saying that women over 24 could not train there from 4pm to 7pm.

The user, who explained she joined...
The Tab •

These are the stages of the Love Island application process, and how to pass them

It’s summer, which means our lives are filled with unbearable heat, pub garden drinks, and of course, Love Island.

Gen Z’s guilty pleasure is back, and as usual, full of drama, romance, and comedy. And with the return of Britain’s most beloved dating show, many of us sat there wondering how to actually wrangle our way into the villa.

We’ve all joked about applying, you’ve maybe even signed your mate up for a laugh but how do you really get on Love Island?

Well, let’s take a look at the applicati...
The Tab •

Zhenhao Zou: UCL student sentenced to life in prison for raping 10 women

A former UCL student who was convicted of 11 counts of rape has been sentenced to life in prison.
He will serve a minimum of 24 years behind bars.

Zhenhao Zou was convicted in March of 35 offences and today is being sentenced for 28, which include the rapes of 10 women, some of whom have not yet been identified.

The 28-year-old drugged and abused the women both in London and in his native China.
According to prosecuto...
The Tab •

Restaurant owner slams influencers for breaking unspoken rule at luxury dining experience

A London restauranteur has slammed TikTok influencers for breaking his unspoken rule.

Chris D’Sylva, who owns Tuna Fight Club near Notting Hill, has spoken out after his dining experience blew up on social media.

Chris aims for Tuna Fight Club to be one of the most exclusive dining experiences for fish lovers in London. However, to keep it exclusive, he has an unspoken rule, and you guessed it, the first rule of...
The Tab •

MAFS Australia's Lauren Dunn allegedly attacked and smothered with pillow by ex boyfriend

MAFS Australia’s Lauren Dunn was allegedly attacked and smothered with a pillow by her ex boyfriend.

Former footballer Ryan Crowley has appeared at Perth Magistrates Court after being charged with assaulting her

The court heard how Crowley supposedly attacked the reality star after becoming jealous over messages between her and another man.

Lauren was said to have been strangled by Crowley, then smothered with a pillow until she passed out.

7News reported that the pair got into a ve...
The Tab •

These are all the UK festivals you can see your favourite pop girlies at this summer

Summer is approaching, and with that, so is festival season.

The UK is the ultimate European hotspot for festivals, with an incredible array of events across all genres.

The British festival experience is truly like no other. It rains, it pours, shoes get stuck in waterlogged grass, and festival goers’ hygiene is left at the door.

We still love it though, and you truly haven’t lived until you’ve experienced one of these fera...
The Tab •

Here's what happened in both of Sinners' post-credit scenes, in case you missed them

Michael B Jordan’s new horror flick has put horror fans across the globe in a chokehold, with its vampiric storyline and stellar cast.

Sinners, is a movie about two twins, Stack and Smoke, both played by our beloved Michael, and their cousin, Sammie, as they open a new blues joint in their hometown.

It’s set in the early 1930s and not only provides viewers with vampiric, gory horror, but also with the horror of Deep South racism...
The Tab •

Here's what'll happen in HBO's The Last of Us season two if it follows the game's plot

HBO’s The Last of Us is back on 13th April, two years after Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsay burst onto our screens as Joel and Ellie.
The Last of Us, which is based on a video game of the same name, follows Joel as he transports teenager Ellie through a post-apocalyptic world plagued by a virus which turns its hosts into zombie-like creatures.
Fans of the game will know that the first season pretty closely followed the plot of the game. All major parts of the game were portrayed in the series, and...
The Tab •

The complete relationship timeline of J-Lo and P Diddy, 23 years after their split

J-Lo and P Diddy’s relationship was an iconic moment for Hollywood. The two musical mammoths were truly in their prime when they struck up a relationship at the end of the 90s.

So, from a New York shooting to THAT green Versace dress, here’s a look at J-Lo and P Diddy’s relationship.
More than two decades ago, when Jennifer Lopez, or J-Lo, as she was known back then, was an up and coming artist, she met producer, P D...

Recent Articles

Daily Express US •

Bettina Trump $25K MAGA makeover exposed as she gets welcomed into Trump family

The 39-year-old, formerly Bettina Anderson, married Donald Trump's eldest son during an extravagant ceremony held on the private island of Little Pipe Cay in the Bahamas. The pair were legally wed in West Palm Beach, Florida, two days earlier, on May 21. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTSpeculation about their romance emerged in late 2024 after Don Jr.'s separation from former fiancée Kimberly Guilfoyle, with their engagement publicly revealed by POTUS at a White House holiday reception on D...
Daily Express US •

Meghan Markle 'ignored' royal advice as she thought she 'knew it all'

The Duchess of Sussex became part of the Royal Family in 2018 after marrying Prince Harry in Windsor. And although she reportedly had ambitious expectations for her future as a working royal, these aspirations were short-lived. Instead, barely two years following their wedding, it was announced that Harry and Meghan intended to step back from royal duties and leave the UK, which they did in 2020. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTDuring an appearance on The Daily Expresso podcast, royal biogr...
Daily Express US •

Jessica Tarlov opens up about friendship with Jesse Watters and Greg Gutfeld

Despite significant political divides separating her from her Fox News colleagues - Jesse Watters, Greg Gutfeld, Dana Perino and Emily Compagno - Tarlov revealed in a recent interview that she has surprisingly developed genuine friendships with staunch conservative commentators Watters and Gutfeld. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTEach evening, Tarlov, 42, appears on The Five, she steps into "the lion's den" surrounded by panelists who support President Donald Trump. She champions her libera...
Daily Express US •

Dolly Parton admits she confronted husband about Jolene in resurfaced clip

During an appearance on March 18, 2022, Dolly spoke candidly with fans at ACL Live at the Moody Theater in Austin, Texas, revealing previously unknown details about her husband, Carl Dean, and the story behind Jolene. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTAs she prepared to perform her iconic hit, Dolly recounted how the song came to be, explaining that she had noticed her husband making repeated trips to the bank, ostensibly to visit an attractive teller who worked there. This comes as Dolly's s...
Daily Express US •

Queen Elizabeth tried to 'steer' Harry and Meghan onto right path before UK exit

The couple has remained estranged from the Royal Family since stepping back from their senior roles in early 2020, departing for the United States with their son, Prince Archie, now seven years old. The pair subsequently welcomed their daughter, Princess Lilibet, now five, in 2021. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTSpeaking on behalf of Casino, former royal butler Paul Burrell previously told the Daily Express that the late Queen made every effort to guide both Harry and Meghan toward the "ri...
Daily Express US •

Jennifer Hegseth may be Pete's key weapon as he considers presidential run

The couple has reportedly spent months floating the idea of a 2028 presidential run among their friends and associates. However, despite rumors, Pete and Jennifer have denied them, calling the claims "100 percent false." This comes as a report revealed the reason Jennifer travels everywhere with her husband. Fox News shares update on 'Trumpapalooza' - and it's bad news for PresidentDancing With the Stars makes it 'mandatory' for Season 35 contestants to follow one ruleBut rumors have continued t...
The Mirror US •

Harry Styles hints at hiatus after backlash to ticket amid 9/11 anniversary

Harry Styles has shared that he may take a break from performing following his Together, Together tour.

Harry, 32, is currently enjoying his 30-day residency at Madison Square Garden in New York City, which runs until October 31, when he'll be hosting a special "Harryween" show. Before his East Coast stint, he performed for six nights in Amsterdam, 12 nights at Wembley Stadium in London, two nights in Mexico City, and two nights in São Paulo.

Therefore, it's no surprise that the star could be...
Daily Express US •

Harry and Meghan 'given two-minute warning' before King Charles' surprise letter

Prince Harry and his wife, Meghan Markle, had just two minutes to absorb the correspondence from King Charles before his "surprise" announcement, sources have claimed. window.scriptsToLoad.push({url:'https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118702&vp_content=plembed43eavlpjgoyi&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v118702',triggeredBy:'tcfLoaded',delay:1500,containerId:'ovp-primis',title:"Primis player",beforeLoad:()=>{window.top.addEventListener('primisPlayerInit',e=>{try{if(e.detail&&e.deta...
Daily Express US •

Jesse Watters disgustingly brags about his 'fat tongue' in weird Fox News moment

On September 8, Watters and his Fox News co-stars demonstrated their unusual skills after a viewer wrote in asking them, "What's your best trick?" Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTLisa Kennedy Montgomery, who is better known solely as Kennedy, said she did a great impression of a car hitting a dog, with Greg Gutfeld heard saying off camera, "That's a party trick! I never even knew that existed," before Watters added, "That's really good!" This comes as former Fox star Maria Bartiromo has had...
The Mirror US •

Dolly Parton said she confronted husband Carl about Jolene in resurfaced clip

Dolly Parton admitted that she confronted her husband about Jolene in a resurfaced performance.

On March 18, 2022, Dolly chatted to fans during ACL Live at the Moody Theater in Austin, Texas, where she revealed previously unknown details about her husband, Carl Dean, and Jolene. As she prepared to sing her hit song, Jolene, Dolly explained how it came about, telling fans she caught her husband going to the bank on numerous occasions, supposedly to see the pretty teller who worked there.

"[Carl...
Daily Express US •

Donald Trump supporters turn on Fox after Maria Bartiromo's sudden departure

Bartiromo, who is best known for hosting Fox Business' Mornings with Maria, left the broadcaster after 12 years. The veteran journalist's dismissal reportedly stemmed from a July incident where Trump promoted his discredited theories about the 2020 presidential election during a primetime segment. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTFox then allegedly directed staff not to share the 80-year-old president's assertions. Bartiromo allegedly shared that directive with the White House and revealed t...
The Mirror US •

Teen's family backs death penalty if D4vd convicted of murder and dismemberment

Celeste Rivas Hernandez's family said they support D4vd getting the death penalty if he's found guilty of killing and dismembering her.

Celeste, from Lake Elsinore, California, was found "partially skeletonized" inside the trunk of a Tesla in September last year. The 14-year-old had reportedly been in an illegal sexual relationship with David Burke, better known as D4vd, a singer who found fame on TikTok.

D4vd is currently facing charges of first-degree murder, continuous sexual abuse of a chi...
The Mirror US •

Maria Bartiromo's 'options are limited' amid her 'cosy relationship' with Trump

Maria Bartiromo's career prospects are reportedly "limited," as an expert claimed her "cosy relationship" with Donald Trump created a "void."

Bartiromo was recently let go by Fox Business after she allegedly shared a private directive with the White House that stated Fox News would not share the 80-year-old president's discredited theories about the 2020 presidential election. The former anchor also reportedly revealed the network's internal text message when questioned about their coverage dec...
Daily Express US •

Devastating cause of death exposed as influencer dies after penis enlargement

Igho "Tiny" Ubiribo died at age 43, with a coroner determining that the cosmetic procedure resulted in a fatal embolism. The British-Nigerian businessman was enjoying a luxury vacation in Thailand with his wife when he died. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTUbiribo received injections of 40 milliliters of hyaluronic acid and lidocaine into his penis at an unidentified Thai clinic in March, according to an inquest held at Inner West London Coroners' Court. This comes as a pregnant influencer...
Daily Express US •

Jimmy Kimmel makes bold prediction about Trump and future of US politics

During his recognition in the entertainment category at the 86th annual Peabody Awards, Kimmel and his long-serving co-star, Guillermo Rodriguez, engaged in a discussion covering Jimmy Kimmel Live!, American politics, and the post-Trump landscape. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTReflecting on what lies ahead, an upbeat Kimmel shared with attendees in a frank video, "I think that it's funny when I look back and think about the things I was worried about 10 years ago, 15 years ago; they seem...
Daily Express US •

Maria Bartiromo 'could join Trump administration' as fans haven't 'seen the end'

In a brief press release, Fox News stated, "Effective today, Maria Bartiromo is no longer with FOX News Media," and wished her well in her next chapter. Following the sudden announcement, Fox immediately moved to scrub her name from the programming lineup. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTStatus reported that the alleged reason for the journalist's termination was an incident in July in which Donald Trump touted his debunked conspiracy theories about the 2020 presidential election during his...
The Mirror US •

'Burning Man Orgy Dome rejected me nine years in a row, and I think I know why'

A man has taken to TikTok to share the reason he claims he was denied entry to Burning Man Festival's Orgy Dome for nine consecutive years.

TikToker Kirbo opened up to his 12,000 followers about his ongoing struggle at Burning Man, revealing that despite nearly a decade of attempts, he has been turned away every single time.

In the clip, which has since racked up an impressive 140,000 views, Kirbo said, "I just got back from Burning Man for the ninth time, and for the ninth time I was not allo...
The Mirror US •

Harrowing autopsy of influencer who died during penis enlargement surgery

Autopsy details from a man who died following penis enlargement surgery have been revealed.

Igho "Tiny" Ubiribo died aged 43, with a coroner stating that the cosmetic treatment caused a fatal embolism. The British-Nigerian businessman was on a luxury vacation in Thailand with his wife when he passed. Ubiribo had 40 milliliters of hyaluronic acid and lidocaine injected into his penis at an unnamed Thai clinic in March, according to an inquest at Inner West London Coroners' Court.

Following the...
Daily Express US •

Princess Diana's bodyguard debunks death conspiracies as he exposes true cause

Diana passed away at age 36 on August 31, 1997, from injuries sustained in a high-speed car crash inside the Pont de l'Alma tunnel in Paris, France. She perished alongside her partner, Dodi Fayed, and their driver. Their bodyguard, Trevor Rees-Jones, survived the collision, as he was the only occupant wearing a seatbelt. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTThe cherished royal sustained severe internal injuries, including a ruptured pulmonary vein, yet remained conscious enough to communicate wi...
Daily Express US •

Wheel of Fortune star's 'panic' Google search after pedophile chatroom incident

Jim, who is best known as Wheel of Fortune's announcer, was filmed on an American Airlines flight viewing a chat forum that described itself as a support chat for "people who are attracted to children." Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTIn one screenshot, a message from an unknown sender read, "Went to Golden Corral for the first time with my dad and his wife yesterday. A nice hangout for kids. Saw a couple of cute boys and hot little girls." Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTAnother vile...
Daily Express US •

Maria Bartiromo’s ‘possible paths’ outlined after surprising Fox Business firing

The 58-year-old Fox News and Fox Business host parted ways with the company on Thursday, September 3. On the day, Fox News Media announced in a statement, without an explanation, that "effective today," Bartiromo was no longer with the media company. They then thanked Baritiromo "for her work over the last 12 and a half years and wish her all the best on her next chapter." Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTStatus reported that the alleged reason for the journalist's termination was an inciden...
Daily Express US •

Harry and William 'were inseparable' as the two 'bounced off each other' as boys

Prince William and Harry were reportedly "inseparable" as children, with a former royal staffer gushing about how they were always "bouncing off each other." window.scriptsToLoad.push({url:'https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118702&vp_content=plembed43eavlpjgoyi&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v118702',triggeredBy:'tcfLoaded',delay:1500,containerId:'ovp-primis',title:"Primis player",beforeLoad:()=>{window.top.addEventListener('primisPlayerInit',e=>{try{if(e.detail&&e.detail.playerA...
Daily Express US •

Real reason William and Kate distanced themselves from Harry and Meghan

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have exchanged their American lifestyle for a move back to the UK in a stunning reversal, six years following their departure from both Britain and their positions as senior working royals. window.scriptsToLoad.push({url:'https://live.primis.tech/live/liveView.php?s=118702&vp_content=plembed43eavlpjgoyi&cbuster=%%CACHEBUSTER%%&playerApiId=v118702',triggeredBy:'tcfLoaded',delay:1500,containerId:'ovp-primis',title:"Primis player",beforeLoad:()=>{window.top.addEventLi...
Daily Express US •

Tupac's bandmate says star was 'passionate and caring' as murder trial continues

Tupac Shakur passed away on September 13, 1996, at the age of 25, six days after sustaining four gunshot wounds in a drive-by shooting on the Las Vegas Strip. The musician was struck at approximately 11.15 p.m. on September 7, twice in the chest, once in the arm, and once in the thigh. Article continues below ADVERTISEMENTFor nearly three decades, his killing remained among the music industry's most notorious unsolved cases. However, the case has returned to international attention as the murder...
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