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The newest series of The Only Way is Essex may have only begun earlier this week, but one cast member has already been kicked off the show.

Gemma Collins is believed to have been removed from the filming schedule in Marbella after throwing a tantrum on set that ended very badly indeed.

The brashy blonde was filming an argument scene with Vas Morgan when she reportedly walked off set, telling producers she was sick of being placed in "confrontational situations," a source tells OK! magazine. Gemma apparently told ITV bosses she was "fed up" with the plot lines being created for her.

"After her row with Vas she threw a massive hissy fit and the producers bore the brunt of it. As she left she threw a glass of champagne in the direction of the bosses," the source revealed.

Just three days ago Gemma tweeted to tell fans she was "filming TOWIE today and loving life" as she posed for a picture with Bobby Norris… so whatever went down must have happened pretty suddenly.

A spokesperson for Lime Pictures, the production company behind the show, confirmed that Gemma was not working with them at the moment. "We are currently not filming with Gemma Collins," the rep said.

"She has taken a break from TOWIE filming to focus on some personal commitments."

This is not the first time a public incident has caused drama for Gemma. Last year she infamously quit I'm A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here just days into the show's run, saying she had been through an "horrific ordeal" before beginning filming and felt she couldn't continue.

"I was starving in there – I’m a plus size girl – it did affect me," she said of her short-lived experience in the jungle. "In hindsight, I never should have got on the plane to go."

We hope this isn't the end for Gemma and TOWIE, because she might be a drama queen but she's one of our faves.

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Some of us might be a bit worried that our bikini bods are not up to scratch, but usually we just try eat less bread and take-away for a week before we go and we’re grand.

Not for the cast of TOWIE though, they spent a ridiculous amount of money between them in the run up to Marbella.

Altogether, the cast spent over €12,000 getting their beach bods ready for their Marbs exploits.

The TOWIE girls have confessed to heat that they spent this money while preparing for filming The Only Way Is Marbs.

This insane amount is broken down into clothes, beauty treatments and personal training sessions.

This figure includes Danielle Armstrong’s 16 bikinis and 15 kaftans and Ferne McCann’s microdermabrasion facial.

Yet they STILL felt under pressure to look good at all times of the day and night, as Ferne confessed in this week’s heat magazine.

“You’re sat on a sun lounger, crouched over, trying to get your sun cream. You look up and FLASH, and you’re like, ‘Are you joking? I look horrendous’,” she explained.

Chloe Sims agreed with Ferne saying that after spending over €4,000 she still didn’t feel beach ready.

“At the end of the last season, I made a pact with Danielle that we’d go to the gym three times a week and up it to five [before Marbs],” she said.

“I went about three times in three months! Luckily for me, swimming costumes were in this year. I didn’t realise that before though – I was wearing them to hide the fact I hadn’t toned my tummy.”

 

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Four months after welcoming their first child together, loved-up couple Dan Osborne and Jacqueline Jossa are set to tie the knot.

The couple are currently on the tail end of a holiday in Greece, where they visited to celebrate Jacqueline's sister's wedding last week. It seems wedding fever got the better of Dan, who popped the question yesterday, in front of 40 of his fiancée's friends and family.

As the pair's baby daughter Ella was too young to do the honours, it was up to Jacqueline's niece and nephew to celebrate the happy news via social media today.

The Eastenders actress posted an adorable video this morning of the two little ones chatting excitedly about their aunt's big news:

 

A video posted by Jacqueline Jossa (@jacjossa) on

How sweet is that?!

With a wedding on the way, former TOWIE star Dan is no doubt hoping for a positive end to what has been a very rocky period of time for him. The 23-year-old was axed from TOWIE and disgraced in the media late last year, after damning tapes emerged of him verbally abusing his ex-girlfriend Megan Tomlin, who is also the mother of his toddler son Teddy.

Despite the backlash, Jacqueline has stuck by Dan, and in an interview earlier this year the reality star said he was eternally grateful for her support. 

"More than anything, I’m sorry to Jacqueline. She’s put up with so much but supported me through everything. I’ll spend the rest of my life making it up to her," he told Now magazine in January.

We're glad to see the pair making steps towards a happy life together… congrats!

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Congrats are in order for former TOWIE cast member Billi Mucklow today, with the news that she has become a mum for the first time.

The reality star and her footballer husband Andy Carroll took to social media last night to reveal they were parents to a new baby boy.

Posting a gorgeous family snap to both Twitter and Instagram, Billi welcomed her "little AC" with the message "Welcome To The World Our Beautiful Baby Boy @andytcarroll You Are My Rock," adding, "Love My Boys More Than Anything, Best Feeling In The World! #BabyCarroll #LittleAC"

While there are no further details on the little man's name, it seems it will begin with A… could Andy Carroll Jr be on the cards?

Billi first revealed she was pregnant shortly after Christmas, letting her festive jumper do the talking in this Instagram snap:

Since confirming she was expecting, Billi has been keeping her fans updated on her progress, and even a week before giving birth she was still looking fabulous in a summery pink bikini:

 

Carroll's Pizzeria @andytcarroll

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The reality star will no doubt be thinking of her close friend Cara Kilbey this week as the pair should have been welcoming their babies around the same time.

The two announced their pregnancies just weeks apart, but Cara sadly miscarried back in March, five months into her pregnancy.

Cara took to Instagram herself yesterday to share an inspiring quote that seemed fitting for the situation. "Believe that good things will happen and they will," it read.

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They are the pictures that speak volumes: Lewis Bloor crouched on the side of a beach-bed; his shoulders hunched; his left hand wiping away a tear as his right hand holds tight onto his phone.

Clearly,The Only Way Is Essex hunk had received some devastating news. 

Pictured on Monday in Marbella, it has now emerged that the distraught 24-year-old at that moment received the news that his beloved German Shepherd Alfie had passed away.

Addressing the photographs on Twitter, Alfie posted a photo of his long-time pal with a short message to explain his distress.

Poor Lewis, nobody wants to have to say goodbye to a furry BFF, especially being so far from home.

In his Tweet he said it was “sad news for anyone to hear”.

At least Lewis didn’t have to suffer the loss alone as fellow Essex pals James Argent and Lydia Bright were on hand to help him through.

It is believed though, part of the reality TV star's emotional outburst was fuelled by his failed relationship with Sam Faiers. The two had shared a brief romance following Lewis’ rocky relationship with Lauren Pope.

Lewis has admitted that he feels about how rude he was to Lauren during a Towie cast trip to Dubai during which he made some nasty comments about the age difference between the two.

At the time, Lewis was heard saying; "Who wants to go out with a 40-year-old anyway?" Rude is right.

He’s since confirmed that he regrets the comments.

Sam Faiers has also commented on the Lauren-Lewis bust-up in her book Secrets & Lies: she said she can’t even look at the scenes between the two with “cringing at how disrespectful he is towards her”.

 

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It's by now well-know that cast members of The Only Way Is Essex don't do low-key getaways. 

Everything is five-star, high-end, and OTT.

So it's understandable that their elaborate holiday wardrobes really stand out from the crowd – and no more so than during the gang's annual jaunt to Marbella. 

Yesterday, and following a luxurious week-long stay, the Towie guys and gals enjoyed their final day in the Spanish sun.

Chloe Sims in yellow and red; Jessica Wright in a black maxi,
Chloe again in a green playsuit, and Lauren Pope in black

 

And evidently, the ladies were intent on going out with a bang.

Georgia Kousoulou opted for a skimpy red swimsuit which was cut high on her leg. It also sported a plunging neckline and she accessoried with nude strappy sandals. It was similar to one that Chloe Sims had worn earlier in the week, though that version had a criss-cross tie detail on the waist- and bust-lines.

Meanwhile, Jessica Wright opted for a cut-out maxi dress, which she wore with gladiator flats and oversized aviators.

Lauren Pope was breathtaking in a sheer black kaftan with criss-cross detail on the bust-line. 

Lydia Bright, Ferne McCann, and Chloe Sims

 

Lydia Bright decided on a seriously sexy black one-piece which showed-off plenty of cleavage, and open-toe black stilettoes. She also had on a fedora hat and shades.

Ferne McCann shunned swimwear in favour of a blue-printed jumpsuit and flat black wedged sandals

Chloe Sims had several stand-out looks over the course of the holiday: a beautiful yellow playsuit teamed with muted accessories, a green caped playsuit which she wore with canary yellow suede shoes, and a white peplum swimsuit in a Grecian style.

Georgia Kousoulou, Danielle Armstrong, and Gemma Collins

 

Danielle Armstrong had on a chic nude bikini and matching nude sandals. Over her swimwear she wore a sheer white waistcoat with lace detail.

Gemma Collins yesterday decided on a multi-coloured maxi which she wore with flip-flops embellished with glittery ribbons. She also carried a beige tote and had on cat-eye sunglasses. 

Incredibly, the reality TV show is now on its 15th series. Prior to their arrival in Spain, it was reported that the ten main cast members had spent a total of €8,800 on various beauty treatments in preparation for the Towie cameras following their every move.

 

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OK, we all know that when things are going particularly well between you and your other half between the sheets, it takes a whole lot of willpower not to shout it from the rooftops. 

But whether we want to divulge each and every juicy detail over a girlie brunch, we generally keep much of it to ourselves because, you know, dignity, decorum and all that…

And while you may think your sex life is steamy as hell, there's a good chance nobody else really needs to hear about the ins and outs. *ahem*

These considerations, however, don't really play a role in the world of TOWIE star, James 'Arg' Argent, who is more than happy to tell all when it comes to his and Lydia Bright's sex life.

Happy to explain how recent weight loss has affected the couple's enjoyment of he no-pants-dance, Arg said: "I can tell she fancies me more now. She doesn't stop kissing and cuddling me and we're very active in certain ways."

In case we weren't quite sure what Arg meant by that, the 27-year-old reality TV star swiftly cleared it up for us, saying: "Our sex life is amazing, It's got much, much better since we got back together."

Explaining that lifestyle changes, which have included a stint in rehab, have played a role in this most welcome turn of events, Arg went on to say: "Lydia's noticed a huge change in my body. It's because I feel more confident."

Well, while it's great to know the loved-up Arg is feeing better about himself, we think we can leave it there for now.

 

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Just days ago, she couldn't resist gushing about her new beau – but apparently in return Sebastian Marc Graham has been mocking Gemma Collins online.

Shockingly, the millionaire has reportedly been liking numerous Facebook posts which poke fun at Gemma’s appearance and weight.

To add insult to injury, earlier this week the Towie star was comparing her relationship with Sebastian with that of David and Victoria Beckham.

She gushed: "Right now, Seb is David and I'm Victoria. We might even end up having four beautiful kids.

"I am the VB of Marbella now. I've been wearing my own designs every day.”

However, it is being alleged that Sebastian has been liking posts that discuss Gemma’s weight in a less-than-flattering fashion.

He supposedly liked a comment left on a photo of the two which read: "WHAT is this? Please tell me that alcohol was involved, otherwise I simply don’t understand." 

Another cruel comment read: "Make sure not to put any butter on yourself… otherwise she might deep fry you and eat you for breakfast."

They were spotted kissing at an event earlier this week, and the couple have only begun seeing each other recently. Still considering that just yesterday she posted a happy snap of the pair on her Twitter page, Gemma doesn't seem overly upset by the revelations.

And certainly she is staying positive.

Her rep confirmed to The Mirror: "Gemma has no doubt that this comment was intended in a positive and playful context as a woman who isn’t ashamed to be seen eating like others are – and that Seb saw it as that too.

“She continues to enjoy Seb’s company.”

Earlier this year, the 34-year-old reality TV star dropped four dress sizes as a result of hypnotherapy.
 
She told Now! magazine in April: "I've gone from a size 22 to an 18. I had a bit of 3D lipo and saw a hypnotist called Robert Hisee, who put a hypno-gastric band in me. Now I have four mouthfuls of food and I can't eat any more. I feel like I can't breathe I'm so full."

Gemma has stated previously that her ultimate goal is to be a size 14.

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Having cared for his ill mum, who is thankfully now on the road to recovery, it sounds like TOWIE star Bobby Norris is happy to turn his attention to the future and is now focusing on his own needs and desires.

And by the sounds of things, that future and those needs and desires involve a very hot husband!

The 27-year-old reality TV star took to the show's official website to open up about his plans and offer fans and followers an insight into his current mindset.

Revealing he hopes to hear wedding bells in the not so distant future Bobby said: "2015 is my year to find a husband. I'm in the right frame of mind now."

Explaining the impact his mum's illness had on him, the star explained: "In the last six months what with mum's health, I've been caring for her and I love her to bits, but now she's getting healthier and she's had her transplant, I'm opening myself up to love."

Lest there be any confusion at to the type of man Bobby hopes to call his husband one day, Gemma Collin's best friend insisted: "I need to stay true to myself. My type is, I like dark hair, ideally blue eyes, I know I'm making a checklist here."

Once he started, he couldn't stop though, going on to say: "We've got to be reasonable, but I do like brunettes and I like a bit of butchness. Like a tablespoon of butchness, it doesn't have to be like 'Muscle Mary' Hulk Hogan."

We'll be honest, we're hoping to play cupid here, so we're taking notes, but maybe Bobby doesn't need any help…?

Oh wait, nope- he's all for it. "Bring on the hot men! If there's any out there, tweet me @BobbyCNorris."

Loud and clear Bobby, loud and clear.

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He is one of the funniest – not to mention the hottest – celebrities around, so we’re not surprised that Chris Pratt’s appearance on The Graham Norton Show has left people in absolute stitches.

With comedian John Bishop on the big red couch, presenter Graham posed the question of whether fellow guests Chris, Melissa McCarthy and Jude Law could understand a word of what he had to say.

Chris admitted to following the entire conversation, mainly because his wife, Anna Faris, is a huge TOWIE fan and he has the accent down to a T.

Revealing how Anna grew obsessed with the reality show while he filmed Guardians of the Galaxy in London, Chris went on to give the most hilarious explanation of the TOWIE concept.

Describing the cast as “the worst”, the 35-year-old proceeded to give most epic and spot-on impression of Joey Essex and the crew.

Check it out in the video below.

 

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It's now official: Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan are husband and wife.

They said their vows this afternoon in front of 120 of their nearest and dearest, including Towie's Lydia Bright and James Argent, Coronation Street's Brooke Vincent and Antony Cotton, as well as Emmerdale actor Kelvin Fletcher.

The 27-year old bride walked up the aisle to Shania Twain's From This Moment On.

A member of the choir who sang at the ceremony afterwards commented to The Mirror that while Michelle was remarkably composed throughout, Mark was "a little bit emotional" and shed a few tears. "It was a lovely service," they added.

Unusually, Boney M's By The Rivers Of Babylon was among the featured music. 

The pair hadn't seen each other since Friday afternoon, opting to spend the final 48hours before their Big Day apart.

Accompanied by his eight groomsmen and travelling in a giant stretch Hummer, Mr Wright, 28, had turned up at 12.20pm at the pretty St Mary's Church in the town of Bury St Edmunds in the east of England.

Ms Keegan, however, kept everyone waiting a full half an hour – arriving accompanied by her father, Michael, a little after 1.30pm. 

The bride had her heart set on a horse-drawn carriage, but security and privacy concerns necessitated a last-minute swap to a white vintage car – complete with blacked-out windows.

Crowds of local residents had lined the streets hoping to catch a glimpse of the pair, but a €1.7m glossy magazine deal meant they were left disappointed.  

Still, eagle-eyed bystanders observed that Mark was dressed in a swish black tuxedo and bow-tie. Spectators also noted that the seven bridesmaids on duty wore baby blue, floor-length dresses with diamante detailing on the shoulders.

The wedding party later transferred to the opulent Hengrave Hall in Suffolk, a 16th-century manor, for a lavish reception.

On the menu was the likes of posh fish 'n' chips, and savoury pies with mashed potato.

This evening, a further 100 invitees joined them for top-notch entertainment, fireworks, and yet more delicious food including €25-a-pop kebabs sourced from one of the couple's favourite restaurants. A cocktail bar, fairground carousel, and candy cart are all also on offer.

DJ Pat Sharp, who knows Mark from their stint together on I'm a Celebrity back in 2011, told Mail Online today that he will be playing a set this evening.

Mark and Michelle got engaged just nine months after meeting. It has been reported that in total they will end up forking-out €1.4m on their various wedding celebrations.

It is not know yet where they will honeymoon, but it is believed that they have been offered an all expenses trip to Dubai, the city where they first met in December 2012.

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TOWIE star Lucy Mecklenburgh became the envy of women everywhere last week when her gymnast boyfriend Louis Smith posted a picture of the pair flashing their perfectly toned bums for the camera.

The photo was taken after last week's BAFTA Awards and appeared on Louis' Instagram page soon after with the caption, "Who has the better derrière? Me or @lucymeck1 haha #battleofthebutts."

Now, Lucy has revealed her boyfriend posted it without her permission, giving her a bit of a shock when she checked her notifications the next morning.

"We took the photo after the BAFTAs in the hotel," she told Mirror Celeb this week, adding that it was meant to be just a bit of private fun between the couple, who have been dating since December 2014.

"We'd just got back and we'd had a couple of drinks and we were just messing around. I didn't know he was going to post it the next day. But he's quite like that" she admitted.

Lucy seems to have seen the funny side by now, as the photo still appears on Louis' feed, with over 5,000 likes and counting. However the reality star said she was far from happy at first.

"Louis got in trouble for that. By both of us, " she said, pointing to her agent who stood beside her.

Whatever about a cheeky bum selfie, Lucy says she has plans for bigger and better revenge on her man. "I'm going to get him back though, don't worry, I'm working on it," she revealed.

Hmmm… we wonder what could top that!

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