GEORDIE Shore star Aaron Chalmers’ ex Talia Oatway has revealed a “petrifying” development as their son Oakley returns to hospital.
The mum-of-three, who shares her kids withMTVreality star turnedMMAfighter Aaron, has been giving fans regular updates on their youngest son’s health.
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Geordie Shore star Aaron Chalmers’ ex Talia Oatway has given an update on her child’s healthCredit: UnknownOakley has the genetic disorder Apert SyndromeCredit: Instagram/talia.oatwayTalia said it had been an ’emotional day’Credit: InstagramGeordie Shore’s Aaron and Talia welcomed son Oakley – his third child – back in 2022Credit: Instagram
Their son Oakley hasApert Syndrome, which is a genetic disorder that causes fusion of the skull, hands, and feet bones.
Today Talia gave fans an update, and said: “I know I haven’t been on it today. Um, so Oakley had a gemranosec earlier this morning to have a CT scans on his brain just to basically out rule a lot of stuff for the sickness.
“Um, so he had that and then had to wait obviously for the neurosurgeons to look at the scans.
“I mean I’ve still got no answers but they did tell me some bits that’s going on with Oakley’s brain which obviously has petrified me.
“Um, but I’m waiting until the surgeons at Newcastle obviously speak to the surgeons in Liverpool and then I’ll have more of an understanding about the situation that Oakley is in.
“Um, but yeah it’s just been a really shit day, very emotional day.”
APERT syndrome, also known as acrocephalosyndactyly, is a rare disorder that is named after the doctor who first discovered it in the early 20th century.
It is a genetic condition and is caused by a mutation of the FGFR2 gene.
This affects how cells in the body – namely bone cells – grow, divide and die.
Children born with Apert syndrome have a characteristic appearance, which is caused by the bones in the skull and face fusing and not growing in proportion, according to Great Ormond Street Hospital.
It can increase a child’s risk of hydrocephalus, which results in pressure building on the brain, and it can also cause Chiari malformation, where the base of the brain is squeezed.
Other complications include breathing difficulties and heart problems, which require life-long monitoring.
The condition is said to occurs in one in every 65,000 to 88,000 births and a child’s outlook can vary greatly depending on the severity of symptoms
A MAN lived with a transplanted pig liver for more than a month in the most successful operation of its kind, scientists say.
The terminally ill 71-year-old received the genetically modified organ in Anhui, China, last year.
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Chinese doctors transplanted a gene-edited liver from a micropig (stock image)Credit: Alamy
It then functioned normally for 38 days – five weeks – before having to be removed due to blood clotting, a complication from the op.
The patient was the first living person to have the procedure and survived for 171 days, about six months, afterwards.
He had run out of treatment options for liver cancer and scarring caused by hepatitis B, and died from internal bleeding months after the transplant was removed.
His survival is not as long as the record for a patient with a pig’s kidney, at six months and counting.
Scientists have also experimented with transplanting a lung into a brain-dead patient.
A new era has started
Dr Heiner WedemeyerThe Journal of Hepatology
Surgeon and study author Dr Beicheng Sun, from Anhui Medical University, said: “This case proves that a genetically engineered pig liver can function in a human for an extended period.
“It is a pivotal step forward, demonstrating both the promise and the remaining hurdles.”
Scientists hope that organs from pigs could be used to save people at risk of dying on transplant waiting lists.
They are similar in size to human body parts and gene editing can cut the risk of the immune system rejecting them.
Writing in the Journal of Hepatology, Dr Sun said more experiments are needed to perfect the procedure.
Dr Heiner Wedemeyer, editor of the journal, said: “A new era of transplant has started.”
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JUST over 4,500 people received an organ transplant in 2023 from 2,387 donors – but more than 400 people per year die waiting because there are not enough donors.
NHS Blood and Transplant says: “Only one per cent of people who die in the UK every year die in the right circumstances and in the right location to be eligible for their organs to be used to save someone’s life.
“That is why we need as large a pool of people as possible.”
The law has changed so all adults are “opt-out” organ donors, meaning hospitals can use their organs unless they told the NHS they did not want to be a donor, or their family says no after they die.
Six in 10 families refuse to let doctors use their loved one’s organs.
A surgery addict has spent a jaw-dropping amount of cash to get the ‘world’s biggest bum’Credit: Youtube/Truly
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But Natasha Crown’s ‘before’ photos have now left the internet gobsmacked, with some crying at how “gorgeous” she was before going under the knifeCredit: Youtube/Truly
Natasha, who is 6’1 and describes herself as an “Amazon,” said she first realised she wanted a super-sized bum at the age of 17.
Three years later, she started her cosmetic journey from an “athletic teen to a curvy goddess.”
Now, Natasha has spent over $150,000 [£111,650] going under the knife and has had five Brazilian Butt Lifts (BBL).
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A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is a painful surgery where fat is taken from the stomach, lips, lower back, or thighs and transferred to the buttocks.
This results in an hourglass figure and a larger bum and can cost up to £8,000.
Not only is it expensive, but it is incredibly dangerous and has in some cases led to death.
But Natasha has no desire to stop surgeries any time soon, as she explained: “When I was 17, I saw a girl with a really big bum, and I was sold.
“I have added 100lbs [7stone 1lbs] to this big bum.
“I love having big curves. Everything needs to be big.
I’m 30 & have had 4 BBL’s – trolls say my bum looks like a wisdom tooth but I don’t care about the risks, I want curves
“I love surgery and I will keep going. I’m growing my bum to be over 100 inches.”
As well as five BBLs, Natasha, who is “famous” for her big bum and believes “the bigger the booty, the better,” has also had breast implants, Botox and fillers.
When I’m out, people stare. Online, people are mean, but it doesn’t affect me
Natasha Crown
But she doesn’t have any fears the impact of such procedures will have, as she added: “I don’t have any concerns about my health.”
Getting candid on the public’s reaction to her look, Natasha claimed that her “body shapescares men.”
What are the risks of getting surgery abroad?
IT’S important to do your research if you’re thinking about having cosmetic surgery abroad.
It can cost less than in the UK, but you need to weigh up potential savings against the potential risks.
Safety standards in different countries may not be as high.
No surgery is risk-free. Complications can happen after surgery in the UK or abroad.
If you have complications after an operation in the UK, the surgeon is responsible for providing follow-up treatment.
Overseas clinics may not provide follow-up treatment, or they may not provide it to the same standard as in the UK.
Also, they may not have a healthcare professional in the UK you can visit if you have any problems.
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She continued: “When I’m out, people stare. Online, people are mean, but it doesn’t affect me.”
Discussing the reality of having such a large derrière, the content creator admitted: “Things that are difficult having this big butt – when I fly, I need to have two seats. I bump into people when I’m at restaurants.”
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Natasha, pictured here before surgeryCredit: Youtube/Truly
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Natasha had her first procedure at the age of 20Credit: Youtube/Truly
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Natasha loves her “big booty” and has also had breast implantsCredit: Instagram
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She claimed that her “body shape scares men”Credit: Instagram
One person said: “I wish she knew how beautiful her natural self was.”
Another added: “The before is better.”
She was gorgeous before
YouTube user
A third commented: “She was so gorgeous.”
Meanwhile, alongside a crying emoji, someone else sobbed: “She was gorgeous before.”
Not only this, but another user chimed in and claimed: “Delusion at its finest.”
At the same time, another wrote: “The doctors should have their licenses revoked! This is insane! I could find way better things to spend all that money on!”
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YouTube users thought she “delusional”Credit: Barcroft Media.
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Others even claimed “doctors should have their licenses revoked”Credit: Rex Features
A MUM who bought a tummy tuck off a Facebook as nearly died after an infection ate her stomach from the inside out.
Soreena O’Malley, from Hull, saved up for years to undergo the knife but was left “crying every single day” and a future in a wheelchair.
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Soreena O’Malley was close to death after her botched operationCredit: GoFundMe
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The mum was left with a flesh eating bugCredit: GoFundMe
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The 34-year-old required a skin graft and specialist care when she returned to the UKCredit: GoFundMe
The cosmetic procedure saw her bedridden with a gaping wound across her stomach.
The 34-year-old said she has “no tummy” left after the 360-degree liposuction in Turkey.
Soreena told Hull Live: “It is not very nice having to be bed-bound three months after a surgery that I have paid for because I was so self-conscious about my body.
“I wouldn’t wear bikinis on holiday. It really did take me a long time to save this money because it was something I have wanted since having my child.
“I have no tummy. My whole tummy is gone and it could take well up to two years to heal. It is a massive hole.”
Her husband Declain added: “She nearly died from it.”
Soreena recalled arriving at Turkish hospital and being handed consent forms with no English translation.
She is now warning people against opting for surgery abroad, and buying into dodgy advertisements on social media.
The 34-year-old required a skin graft and specialist care when she returned to the UK.
Her family have set up a GoFundMe to help cover medical fees, and support Soreena’s daughter.
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Declain told how donations would help “give my little girl her mum back” after the ordeal tore their family apart.
The couple are desperate for funds to cover corrective surgery, a wheelchair and legal action.
Soreena fears her mobility may never return and says the nightmare has devastated their mental health.
NHS England was contacted for comment but had not responded at the time of publication.
This comes after another woman told how she was left rotting in a dingy hotel and wanted to die after a £15,000 botched tummy tuck.
Sara Platt, 34, is now taking the Turkish doctor who operated on her to court.
Speaking to the Mail, she said: “I was left with three days to live. I suffer with nightmares every night. I’ve got extreme PTSD.
“If somebody touches my stomach straight away, I can feel pain and that’s going to be with me forever.”
As soon as she woke up from the 13-hour operation – which included the tummy tuck, a breast implant and three other procedures – she knew something was catastrophically wrong.
The pain was so severe that she begged her dad to let her die – while her right breast was purple, she claimed.
Over the following days, Sara’s health deteriorated further – as brown liquid began to seep from her body.
She later spent eight weeks at the Welsh Centre for Burns and Plastic Surgery.
Now, the traumatised mum, who claims to be suffering from PTSD, will be forced to return to Turkey for medical examinations – as part of legal proceedings against the surgeon.
Elsewhere, another mum underwent the same horror when she contacted sepsis after a failed tummy tuck abroad.
Mum-of-one Cennet Lo went under the knife within hours of getting off her plane in Turkey with plans to have a tummy tuck, liposuction and Brazilian butt lift.
But the 28-year-old has been left traumatised from the ordeal after she regained consciousness during the invasive procedure.
Once she was under, the mum recalls horrifically waking up and witnessing her own operation.
Risks of plastic surgery overseas
OVERSEAS surgeons are not subject to the same rules, regulations and training as doctors in the UK.
That means you can’t guarantee the safety of the equipment or material they are using.
Unsterile equipment dramatically increases your risk of infection, which could lead to necrotising fasciitis (flesh-eating bugs), sepsis or even death.
On top of that, if you are opting for fillers or injections anywhere on the body there is no way of knowing if doctors are using dangerous substances.
Cosmetic surgeons have warned against cut-price surgery as there is a real risk you will be injected with “unsafe substances”.
Prof Ash Mosahebi, honorary secretary of the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons’ (BAAPS), said most patients either opt for cheap injections or implants to boost their bum.
“If they are having injections then god knows what they are being injected with, if it is safe, or if it is sterile,” he told The Sun Online.
“Oil, for example, does make it look bigger for a few days but then it deflates and it’s likely infection like sepsis can kick in.
“I know of silicone oil being used, which shouldn’t be used for medical purposes.
“I’ve heard of cement but I haven’t seen it myself, I wouldn’t be surprised if it’s things like that.
“Most of the time the injections end up having a lot of bacteria in them as well because they aren’t sterile.”
WEIGHT loss injections and weight loss surgery are both effective ways to slim down.
But one may lead to longer life and fewer serious health problems, say scientists.
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There’s been a sharp rise of GLP-1 receptor agonists in the UK, driven primarily by use for weight lossCredit: Getty
A large Cleveland Clinic study found people with obesity and type 2 diabetes who undergo weight loss surgery (known as bariatric or metabolic surgery) live longer and face fewer health risks compared with those treated with GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonist weight loss jabs.
Patients who underwent weight loss surgery lost more weight, achieved better blood sugar control, and relied less on diabetes and heart medications over 10 years.
“Even with today’s best medicines, metabolic surgery offers unique and lasting benefits for people with obesity and diabetes,” saidAli Aminian, director of Cleveland Clinic’s Bariatric & Metabolic Institute and primary investigator of the study.
“The benefits we observed went beyond weight loss. Surgery was linked to fewer heart problems, less kidney disease, and even lower rates of diabetes-related eye damage.”
GLP-1 receptor agonists are a class of medications used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity.
There’s been a sharp rise of their use in the UK, driven primarily by use for weight loss through private prescribing.
Both surgery and jabs improve cardiovascular health and metabolism.
But at the end of the study that followed 3,932 adults with diabetes and obesity who received care at Cleveland Clinic for up to 10 years, patients who underwent surgery had a:
32 per cent lower risk of death
25 per cent lower risk of major health problems (such as heart attack, heart failure, or stroke)
47 per cent lower risk of serious kidney disease
54 per cent lower risk of diabetes-related eye damage (retinopathy)
On average, people who had weight loss surgery lost 21.6 per cent of their body weight over 10 years, while those on weight loss jabs lost 6.8 per cent.
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Hemoglobin A1c, a marker of average blood sugar, improved more with surgery than with GLP-1 medicines.
And patients who had surgery required fewer prescriptions for diabetes, blood pressure and cholesterol.
“Even in the era of these powerful new drugs to treat obesity and diabetes, metabolic surgery may provide additional benefits, including a survival advantage,” said Steven Nissen, Chief Academic Officer of the Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute at Cleveland Clinic and senior author of the study.
“Our findings indicate that surgery should remain an important treatment option for obesity and diabetes,” said Dr Aminian.
What are the side effects of weight loss jabs?
Like any medication, weight loss jabs can have side effects.
Common side effects of injections such as Ozempic include:
Nausea: This is the most commonly reported side effect, especially when first starting the medication. It often decreases over time as your body adjusts.
Vomiting: Can occur, often in conjunction with nausea.
Diarrhea: Some people experience gastrointestinal upset.
Constipation: Some individuals may also experience constipation.
Stomach pain or discomfort: Some people may experience abdominal pain or discomfort.
Reduced appetite: This is often a desired effect for people using Ozempic for weight loss.
Indigestion: Can cause a feeling of bloating or discomfort after eating.
Serious side effects can also include:
Pancreatitis: In rare cases, Ozempic may increase the risk of inflammation of the pancreas, known as pancreatitis, which can cause severe stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting.
Kidney problems: There have been reports of kidney issues, including kidney failure, though this is uncommon.
Thyroid tumors: There’s a potential increased risk of thyroid cancer, although this risk is based on animal studies. It is not confirmed in humans, but people with a history of thyroid cancer should avoid Ozempic.
Vision problems: Rapid changes in blood sugar levels may affect vision, and some people have reported blurry vision when taking Ozempic.
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar): Especially if used with other medications like sulfonylureas or insulin.
“These long-term benefits are harder to achieve with GLP-1 medicines alone, as many patients stop using the medications over time.”
There were some limitations to the study – it was observational rather than a randomised comparison of drugs and surgery.
It also didn’t focus exclusively on the newest and most effective GLP-1 medicines.
The researchers said future studies should directly compare surgery with newer GLP-1 medicines, such as semaglutide and tirzepatide to guide treatment decisions.
The side effects of bariatric surgery
Bariatric surgery carries risks of both short-term and long-term side effects.
Short-term side effects
Infections: Wounds or internal areas can become infected after surgery.
Anethesia risk: Risks associated with general anesthesia can include breathing problems.
Nausea and vomiting: These are common, but severe or prolonged episodes should be reported to your surgeon.
Bleeding: Internal bleeding is a possibility after surgery.
Blood clots: These are a risk after any surgery and can occur in the legs.
Pain and swelling: Some discomfort and swelling are normal, but severe pain or swelling may indicate a problem.
Long-term side effects
Malnutrition: Reduced ability to absorb vitamins and minerals can lead to deficiencies.
Dumping syndrome: Rapid passage of food, especially sugary foods, into the small intestine can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, sweating, and dizziness.
Gallstones: Rapid weight loss can lead to the formation of gallstones.
Bowel obstruction: The stomach or small intestine can become blocked by scarring or other issues.
Hernias: These can occur after surgery.
Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia): Especially common after gastric bypass, this can be triggered by high-sugar foods.
Acid reflux: While some surgeries can help with reflux, others, like the gastric sleeve, can worsen it.
Stomach ulcers: Ulcers can develop in the stomach after surgery.
Excess skin: Rapid weight loss can leave loose folds of skin, which may require further cosmetic surgery to remove.
Failure to lose weight or weight regain: This can happen if lifestyle changes are not maintained.
MARRIED At First Sight star JJ Slater has revealed who he still speaks to from his series’ cast.
Currently recovering from his and hers surgeries with his girlfriend Katie Price after they jetted out to Turkey together, JJ has lifted the lid on his MAFS experience and unveiled the two people he still speaks to.
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JJ shot to fame on MAFS in 2023 when he was paired with Bianca PetronziCredit: Channel 4
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He then struck up a romance with Ella MorganCredit: Channel 4
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He is now in a relationship with Katie PriceCredit: Getty
Speaking to The Sun on behalf ofCasino.org, JJ opened up about whether or not he speaks to people from his series of MAFS.
JJ appeared on Married At First Sight UK in 2023, firstly marrying Bianca Petronzi before striking up a romance with co-star Ella Morgan.
When asked if he is still in touch with anyone, he said: “Not on a basis where we would message and check in with each other, apart from with Luke and with Terence.
“There is a boys’ group chat with all the boys in there. It’s pretty quiet now.
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“It was lively at first, but now it’s just like, happy birthdays.
“Or if someone’s going out, they’ll be like, I’m here, if anyone fancies a beer, stuff like that. But on a day-to-day basis, no.”
JJ’s comments on Married At First Sight UK come after he and his girlfriend Katie Price underwent his and hers surgeries.
The former glamour model, 47, and JJ had planned to go under the knife together, but he was banned from having an op.
JJ was forced to change his plans due to his Type 1 diabetes.
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She filmed her beau and shared the video on Snapchat as he underwent a Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) procedure.
He had the work done at the last minute after his plan to have his eye bags removed couldn’t go ahead.
“I went to Turkey to have the bags under my eyes done, but I couldn’t have it done,” he explained in our exclusive earlier this week.
JJ went on: “I was all in the gown, wearing the knee-high socks, ready to go down. But my blood sugars were flagged.
“I got diagnosed with type 1 diabetes after the show, actually.
“So yeah, my blood sugars, there was a reading in my blood that they weren’t happy with, so they didn’t do the procedure. So recovery was fine, as it didn’t happen.”
Speaking about his diabetes diagnosis, JJ said it “was definitely one of the biggest life-changing things since the show”.
He went on: “Type 1 is an autoimmune disease, so I’ve done a lot of research into it.
“One of the potential triggers can be stress – not scientifically proven, but it does make you wonder, given everything going on around that time.”
He added: “I was 31, had never had any issues before, and suddenly I was really ill for about two months. But being a typical bloke, I just ignored it, thinking it would go away.
“But then, when I did get really ill, my dad was like, mate, you’ve got to get yourself to the hospital.”
Recalling when he was diagnosed, JJ said that he lost nearly two stone and was really thirsty.
“It’s a bit disgusting, but I was also passing blood in my urine,” he explained.
“That was the biggest trigger for me – that was when I told myself I had to get myself to get checked out.
“But since then, it has helped me. Now I’m more focused on what I eat because I have to, and I try to be a lot healthier.”
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He recently underwent a procedure in TurkeyCredit: BackGrid
“I am going to Istanbul on Monday for breast augmentation. I cannot wait, my boobs right now are really big for me.
“I’ve lost quite a bit of weight and I just can’t have this anymore.
“So I found the best surgeon in Istanbul.”
I’d go on Big Brother again – and let my daughters do it – but I’m not doing OnlyFans, says Imogen Thomas
She continued: “I had a great video consultation with him and I’m flying out. I’m getting them done.
“I’m going smaller and I’m getting an uplift and I cannot wait to show you guys the results in my dresses, in my workout wear. I cannot wait to feel body confident again.
“Like the excitement is literally unreal. I can’t believe I found the time to go for a start, which is great.”
Imogen ended by saying: “So yeah, cannot wait to show you guys. It’s something that I’m super excited about and yeah, you’re going to see a lot in the next few days.”
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The former glamour model remained in the spotlight ever since her stint in the famous house and even had an affair with a VERY famous footballer.
The former Miss Wales lasted 86 days in the Big Brother house, becoming good pals with the late Nikki Grahame and fellow Welshman Glyn Wise, who finished runner-up behind Pete Bennett.
As soon as she was evicted she was commanding five-figure sums for racy lads’ mag shoots — and was named Wales’s Sexiest Woman.
She was also seen at the swankiest showbiz parties and dated high-profile footballers, including a heavily publicised affair with married Wales and Man Utd star Ryan Giggs, who placed a gagging order on her.
Once news of the relationship broke, she publicly apologised for the affair.
At the time, she said: “I called it off a million times but he kept coming back.
“He knew it was wrong as well, he said as much, but he was pursuing me.”
The mum-of-two insisted that fame “doesn’t last forever” and urged new reality stars to “take every opportunity” that comes their way.
“What you get offered take because beggars can’t be choosers at the end of the day,” Imogen said.
“When I was on the show, there were so many magazines that I could be modelling for and I was for like 10 years straight. I had so many contracts with them.”
She continued to the Metro: “Yes, you’ve got social media and I work on that now and I’m making thousands a post but brands are a little bit more cautious now and they don’t want to be paying the money anymore.
“So for me, I would just say take whatever you can get and make good of the situation because it does dry out.”
She also told The Sun: “I came off the show and I just started working from day one. It was amazing, I made a lot of money.
“It was just all a bit surreal because I went in as a hostess and came out just making all this money and being wanted by everyone.
“It was pretty crazy to get your head around. But I loved it.
“I was in there for three months, no contact with the outside world, then all of a sudden everyone knows you, and you’ve got to get used to the fame.”
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The reality star shared that she wanted to get a breast reduction after she lost a bit of weightCredit: Instagram
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She flew to Istanbul for her surgeryCredit: Instagram
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Imogen thanked her followers for their supportCredit: Instagram
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She confessed her boobs were “too big for me”Credit: instagram
A WOMAN in her 50s has been flooded with praise online after showing off her massive “glow up” – and people are calling it “legendary.”
The brunette beauty named Kristina told how she achieved her flawless skin and youthful appearance without surgery or any invasive procedures.
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Kristina has been flooded with praise after showing off her glow upCredit: TikTok/kristina.maay
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She showed photos of herself from in her 40sCredit: TikTok/kristina.maay
So it’s little surprise people have been begging the brunette beauty to reveal her anti-ageing secrets.
Taking to TikTok (@kristina.maay), she penned: “When you’re a good-looking 50, but you were very ugly in your early 40s.”
In the clip, she shared a stunning video of herself revealing her flawless skin now – and there’s not a wrinkle in sight.
She then posted a series of photos from in her 40s to show just how much she believes she has changed.
In response to one person who commented that she must’ve had a change in money to achieve her new look, Kristina confirms: “No change in finances.
“I spent more before on my face tbh.”
Kristina also shared a second post shared to TikTok and went on to reveal some of the changes she made in just six years that she believes have helped to turn back the clock.
Firstly, she explains how she started using glycolic acid, microcurrent, gua-sha and doing facial yoga.
Next, she made changes in her eating and started focusing on consuming a high protein diet.
Kristina also says she stopped eating gluten and started ditching alcohol and sugar.
As for exercise, she took up weight training and shed a whopping 5kgs.
“Weight loss is absolutely a massive glow up isn’t it?! Body composition changes are an even bigger glow up,” she wrote, in response to one social media user.
She notes that ditching the “ugly fake lashes” also helped to make a huge difference and says she also let her feather touch brows fade.
Along with having 2 pre-cancerous moles removes, Kristina also started her supplement regime.
This is promising news for disease prevention and slowing the ageing process. It also:
Boosts Collagen Production: Collagen is a protein that maintains the skin’s elasticity and firmness. As we age, collagen production decreases, leading to wrinkles and sagging skin. Turmeric helps stimulate collagen synthesis, thereby promoting firmer and more youthful skin.
Improves Skin Health: Turmeric has been shown to improve various skin conditions, such as acne, psoriasis, and eczema. Its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties help soothe the skin, reduce redness, and promote a clearer complexion.
It wasn’t long before the post went viral, racking up a whopping 408k views and several comments from very impressed social media users.
“Wow we who, what, where, when and HOW!!!” wrote one.
A second commented: “We are sat for lessons!”
A third wrote: “You are beautiful no matter what. Looking more sophisticated now and natural so well done.”
Meanwhile, a fourth added: “You were beautiful before, but the glow up is legendary!!!!”
HELEN Flanagan has hit back at cruel mum shamers while wearing a tiny bra and defending her boob job decision.
The former Coronation Street starlet, 35, has taken to Instagram to defend her boob job after cruel trolls left nasty comments on a recent snap she shared online.
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Helen Flanagan has opened up about her boob jobCredit: instagram
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She showed off her figure in a tiny bra and sequin suitCredit: instagram
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She said she would likely get ‘nasty comments’ for showing off her cleavageCredit: instagram
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She went on to show off her boob jobCredit: instagram
Over the weekend, Helen shared some glam snaps of her donning a chic dress.
Cruel trolls were quick to share their thoughts on her look, with one writing at the time: “Who on earth is she? dress is too small anyway.”
And in a sizzling video where she donned lingerie earlier this summer, another troll penned: “You really should save that for the bedroom.”
But now Helen has hit back at the haters with a defiant message.
Taking to her Instagram stories on Sunday, Helen explained how she attended the “most beautiful wedding” over the weekend before showing everyone her Pride outfit.
Helen could be seen donning a tiny bra with a silver sequin suit.
She then said how she would “probably get nasty comments” because she’s showing off her cleavage.
Helen went on to add how she has three kids and breast fed for around three years in total.
“Honestly, when I finished breast-feeding, I could have tied my boobs in a bow. They was so bad,” she confessed.
The next slide then saw Helen showing off her boob job after three pregnancies in an Instagram reel.
Helen Flanagan shamed over outfit as mums say their ‘son would be mortified’
She explained how she went under the knife because she was “so self conscious”.
Helen then spoke to her fans again in the next slide where she said she has naturally always had “really big boobs”.
“Before I had kids, I had natural E cup boobs,” she confessed.
She later added how she gets comments “all the time” where people say “oh, you’re a mum, you should cover up” and “your kids would be ashamed of you”.
I don’t think there’s anything shameful about being confident or about being sexy. I don’t think that’s a bad thing.
Helen Flanagan
Helen hit back saying: “This is actually my body.”
She noted that even though she has had surgery from breast feeding and had excess skin, despite having had an implant put in each of them – they are now their natural size and how they always were.
“Should I be ashamed of how I look because I’m a woman and this is how I look?” she asked.
“So, I don’t think there’s anything shameful about being confident or about being sexy. I don’t think that’s a bad thing.
“I don’t understand how that makes you a bad mum?” she said, sounding confused.
“I’m not perfect, but I try and show my children the importance of being kind,” Helen added, noting how she would never want them to “drag other women down”.
She explained how she wants her daughters to grow up being kind to other women, and kind in general.
“That, I think, is good parenting,” Helen slammed before making a dig at people who call her out for wearing a low cut dress, adding “that’s not nice”.
“That’s bad parenting,” she added.
Helen went on to say how she wants her daughter to dress in ways that make her feel confident as she grows up.
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Helen often gets cruelly mum-shamed by trolls onlineCredit: Instagram
A 75-YEAR-OLD model who’s never had Botox has revealed the £2 Temu buy she swears by to stay looking young.
Penelope Tree first made a name for herself in the 1960s, and has enjoyed a resurgence of success in recent years – walking the runway for Fendi and Richard Quinn and appearing in a star-studded ad campaign to mark Zara’s 50th anniversary.
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Model Penelope Tree has never had Botox or plastic surgery, but still looks younger than her 75 yearsCredit: Getty
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She’s walked the catwalk for names including Fendi and Valentino in more recent yearsCredit: Getty
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But first started modelling in the 1960sCredit: Getty
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When it comes to her anti-ageing tips, she swears by using these face tapes – which you can get for £2 from TemuCredit: temu
And while she used to be “obsessed” with her appearance when she was younger, she’s now “more interested in what’s going on” around her.
She’s also “not trying to prove anything” by undergoing cosmetic procedures to maintain a flawless facade.
“You just have to accept the inevitability of ageing. I don’t really see what’s wrong with it!” she told the MailOnline.
“And I don’t like hospitals or the idea of being fiddled with in a surgical way.
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“Also, repeated plastic surgery does tend to make people look like replicants (bioengineered humanoids).”
Instead, she prefers a more natural way of reducing the look of her wrinkles – anti-ageing face tapes.
The adhesive tapes have threads attached, which can be pulled and secured discreetly around the head to make the face look more taut.
And they won’t set you back anywhere near as much as Botox either, as you can pick them up for just £2 on Temu.
Other celebrities who use the tapes include Joan Collins and Bella Hadid.
I hated my wrinkled skin, so I spent £4k to have the top layer taken off, people can’t believe I’m the same person
“In my 20s my currency was my beauty,” Penelope continued.
“Now my currency is being alive, interested and curious.
“I just leave it to the hairdressers and the make-up artists to make me look as good as I can, which isn’t easy!”
As for her fashion sense, Penelope loves “statement jewellery”, which said makes older people “look fabulous”.
And she loves shopping at the “affordable and fabulous” Zara.
“I wear an orange Zara suit every summer and it’s the most complimented outfit I’ve ever worn in my life!” she admitted.
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Celery juice is packed with antioxidants like vitamin C and flavonoids, which combat free radicals that cause cellular damage and aging.
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The anti-inflammatory compounds in celery, such as apigenin and luteolin, help reduce chronic inflammation linked to ageing.
Rich in essential nutrients like vitamin K and potassium, celery juice supports overall skin health and body functions.
Drinking celery juice regularly can complement a balanced diet and skincare routine, promoting a youthful glow from within.
But while she’s happy to save money on the majority of her wardrobe, there’s one thing she’ll always splash out on – and that’s denim.
“If there’s one thing I have learnt as I have aged, it’s to spend money on jeans,” she said, adding that she’s had the same pair for three years and insisting they’re “good as new”.
A WOMAN who was left with a “turkey neck” after losing three stone on weight loss jabs is finally comfortable in her own skin after getting a £10,000 ‘mummy makeover’ abroad.
Victoria Vigors decided to have a tummy tuck, liposuction, breast lift, face lift and neck lift after using Mounjaro – a prescription injection used to treat type 2 diabetes and obesity – to slim down.
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Victoria Vigors says she can now confidently wear a bikini now after having a tummy tuck, liposuction, breast lift, face lift and neck lift, as part of a mummy makeoverCredit: Jam Press/@uk_victoria_
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Victoria before surgery and feeling ‘misshaped’ after weight loss jabsCredit: Jam Press/@uk_victoria_
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Victoria now oozes confidenceCredit: Jam Press/@uk_victoria_
The 40-year-old initially felt “misshapen” after losing so much weight.
But now she’s never been happier – and says she looks better today than she did aged 20.
“I was very self-conscious about my fupa,” the mum, who is a content creator with 270,000 followers, revealed.
“My tummy overhung because I had a caesarean with my daughter, so it left a scar that my stomach would fall over.
“It was really obvious – I would wear tight-fitting clothing, and you could just see I had a really unnatural-looking belly. I hated it.
“My boobs felt misshapen, and one was much bigger than the other.
“And where I had lost weight on Mounjaro – the skin around my neck was like a turkey.
“It was all saggy, and I hated my jowls.
“I just felt old and unattractive.”
Victoria, from Kent, said people used to stare at her stomach and even make comments.
I spent £75k to turn myself into a ‘yummy mummy’ – not only am I now more confident in a bikini, but a better parent too
She said: “I’ve been called ‘flabby belly’ online.
“People would say I looked more like 50.
“My side profile would show my sagging neck, and people would point it out.
“As much as my daughter would joke, she would also call me ‘jelly belly’ and poke my stomach.
“I’d been on Mounjaro for ages and eating really healthily, so I felt fantastic on the inside.
“But on the outside, my confidence was at an all-time low.”
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Victoria said she had a turkey neck¿ after losing three stone on weight loss jabsCredit: Jam Press/@uk_victoria_
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Victoria after undergoing a face and neck liftCredit: Jam Press/@uk_victoria_
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Victoria says she has now wound back the clockCredit: Jam Press/@uk_victoria_
After speaking to friends and getting recommendations, Victoria found Revitalize in Turkey.
She spoke to the clinic and was told about a £10,000 ‘mummy makeover’.
The mum booked in for surgery and flew out just 10 days later.
She said: “Weirdly enough, I didn’t feel anxious at all about going in.
“I was just so excited.
“I was already staying at the villa with loads of people who’d already had surgery and were recovering.
“They were all looking great already, so I wasn’t nervous.
“I was a bit more stressed going into having my face done because obviously that’s my face, and if that goes wrong, then I’m stuck with it.
“But I’d seen other people’s results, which looked great.”
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Before the surgery, Victoria would cover her tummy in photosCredit: Jam Press/@uk_victoria_
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Victoria after a full mummy makeover surgeryCredit: Jam Press/@uk_victoria_
She said: “I woke up feeling very groggy, and the pain in my stomach was unreal.
“It’d hurt even more when I moved or coughed.
“I was in and out of sleep for a while, so I was a bit confused at times, but the next day they encouraged me to get up and see if I could start walking.
“I didn’t feel any pain in my boobs whatsoever – it was all in my belly.
“I had drains in to collect any blood that was still coming out, and then they showed me a bit of my stomach that they cut away.
“It looked like a slab of fatty pork – I asked them to bin it!”
Five days later, she was taken in for the second surgery for her face and neck lift.
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The 40-year-old after her face and neck liftCredit: Jam Press/@uk_victoria_
She said: “Waking up, my face felt really painful and tight.
“I had massive quilting stitches all over my face and neck, which looked like bicycle tyre tracks.
“I was told they were to help direct the blood flow and drain any excess, but they were really uncomfortable and itchy.
“The first 24 hours were really painful, but then after that it eased off and just felt tight and numb.”
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After speaking to friends and getting recommendations, Victoria found Revitalize in TurkeyCredit: Jam Press/@uk_victoria_
SURGERY RECOVERY
Victoria had a check-up two days later and was allowed to go home five days later.
She said: “I was really nervous to see the results of my facelift as I had to keep the support on for four weeks, as well as the compression garments on my abdomen.
“I also had to keep my boobs strapped for six weeks.
“But once I could take them off, I was over the moon.
“My tummy had gone down and was so flat.
“My boobs looked great, and my face even better.
“I was like, wow, this is my body now!”
The mummy makeover would have cost £10,000 – but Tracy paid a discounted rate.
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Delighted Victoria said friends and family have been ‘super supportive’ of her new lookCredit: Jam Press/@uk_victoria_
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The mummy makeover would have cost £10,000 – but Tracy paid a discounted rateCredit: Jam Press/@uk_victoria_
BOOSTED CONFIDENCE
She is overjoyed with her new look, and her friends and family have been “super supportive”.
Victoria said: “They just can’t believe how great I look.
“I went to a baby shower a couple of weeks ago, where I hadn’t seen some of the girls there for a long time.
“And one of them walked straight past me, didn’t even realise it was me, and then she was like, ‘Oh my god, look at you now – the glow-up is real.’
“Now I can wear little belly tops, cocktail dresses, tight clothing, and not feel self-conscious anymore.
“I’m super happy.
“There is a lot of pressure for you to be perfect.
“Of course, nobody can be, but this is my idea of perfect to me.”
In May, Victoria re-visited the clinic to have laser eye surgery and turkeyteethfitted.
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In May, Victoria headed back to get turkey teethCredit: Jam Press/@uk_victoria_
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Victoria during the procedureCredit: Jam Press/@uk_victoria_
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The mum was delighted with the resultsCredit: Jam Press/@uk_victoria_
She said: “I had 20 porcelain crowns and my eyes done.
“My vision is incredible, and my teeth are perfect.
“My face looks lovely.”
TIMELINE OF SURGERY
10 March – First surgery on tummy tuck, liposuction and breast lift.
15 March – Second surgery on neck and face lift.
20 March – Flew home back to the UK.
7 May – Turkey teeth and laser eye surgery.
20 September – Labiaplasty and breast implants.
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Victoria plans on visiting for the final time in September to have breast implants and a labiaplasty.
She said: “I was supposed to have breast implants when I was there in March, but they said doing that, as well as a lift, was a no-go.
“My blood count was too low when I went for blood tests, so the surgeon said he couldn’t do my implants at the same time.
Now I can wear little belly tops, cocktail dresses, tight clothing, and not feel self-conscious anymore
Victoria Vigors
“Now I’ve given my boobs some time to rest – then I’ll be going back.
“I’m super excited for my labiaplasty.
“After having two children, one of my labia appears bigger than the other one.
“I want it to be more levelled out and neat.
“Now, my face is done, my body looks great, it is just those final things.”
What are the risks of getting surgery abroad?
IT’S important to do your research if you’re thinking about having cosmetic surgery abroad.
It can cost less than in the UK, but you need to weigh up potential savings against the potential risks.
Safety standards in different countries may not be as high.
No surgery is risk-free. Complications can happen after surgery in the UK or abroad.
If you have complications after an operation in the UK, the surgeon is responsible for providing follow-up treatment.
Overseas clinics may not provide follow-up treatment, or they may not provide it to the same standard as in the UK.
Also, they may not have a healthcare professional in the UK you can visit if you have any problems.
He is said to have suffered complications while undergoing the hair transplant procedure.
His body was later taken to the Forensic Medicine Institute for an autopsy before being repatriated to the UK.
Police have launched a probe, treating the case as a possible “reckless homicide”.
Staff at the clinic — including the surgeon who performed the hair transplant, the anaesthesiologist and nurses — have already been quizzed by officers, it is understood.
An FCDO spokesperson told The Sun: “We are supporting the family of a British man who died in Turkey and are in contact with the local authorities.”
Tributes are now pouring in from friends and family for Mr Latchman, whose body has since been flown home.
Yashley Latchman posted a picture of keen athlete Mr Latchman on Facebook with the pair working out in a gym.
The caption read: “Rest in peace my brother. You will forever be my source of inspiration and motivation.
“Thanks for everything. We will miss you loads.”
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Other family members turned their profiles black in a sign of mourning for Mr Latchman, who was originally from Bridgend but lived in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire.
According to Dr Cinik Clinic’s website, it has treated “more than 50,000 patients” since setting up almost 20 years ago.
The website says the clinic has “cutting-edge technology” and is a “centre of excellence in this specialised field”.
It adds: “Every patient gets personalised care in English, plus access to cutting-edge techniques.
“The combination of surgical experience and patient support has made him the go-to specialist for people worldwide.”
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Brit underwent a five-hour operation at the Dr Clinik’s clinic (pictured)
The tragedy comes amid a boom in “medical tourism” to Turkey, which now accounts for nearly 60 per cent of the global hair transplant market thanks to its cheaper, high-quality procedures.
Turkish Healthcare Travel Council says more than one million people travel to the country each year for hair restoration treatments.
According to Dr. Serkan Aygin Clinic, numbers are expected to climb to 1.1 million in 2025, the Daily Mail reports.
It follows the shocking death of 58-year-old British mum Anne Towlson, who passed away last year after a botched cosmetic surgery trip to Istanbul.
Mrs Towlson, from Leicestershire, had flown to Turkey in April 2024 for a pre-planned tummy tuck and liposuction at Green Park Hospital in Pendik.
When she arrived, doctors persuaded her to also undergo an arm tuck in a “last-minute decision”, her inquest heard.
Luke Horsfield, then 26, paid £1,250 for the surgery at the Clinic Centre — around half the cost of a UK procedure — but said the results were disastrous.
“I did everything they told me to do as aftercare once I had the operation. But after four months, I saw literally no growth,” the IT technician from Bradford said.
“I was left with scars and bald patches.”
Luke claimed the surgeons barely spoke English and had removed too many follicles from the back of his head, leaving him worse off than before.
Despite the clinic’s promise of “transplant after care”, he said he struggled to get hold of anyone once the operation was over.
After months of disappointment, the clinic eventually offered him a £400 refund — barely a third of what he had paid — and a second procedure at half price.
Luke later had the damage repaired at a Yorkshire clinic.
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The tragedy comes amid a boom in ‘medical tourism’ to Turkey (file picture)Credit: Getty
A WOMAN who forked out £80,000 for her dramatic plastic surgery has revealed she has no plans to stop going under the knife.
Pixiee Fox drew inspiration from cartoon characters including Jessica Rabbit and Sleeping Beauty for her transformation, but was told she would end up looking “goofy” by plastic surgeons.
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Pixiee was told she couldn’t be operated on by the plastic surgeons on BotchedCredit: E! Networks
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Before the surgeries Pixiee had a normal jobCredit: E! Networks
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Pixiee wanted to lower her hairline to make her forehead appear smallerCredit: E! Networks
On an episode of E!’s Botched, Pixiee faced plastic surgeon Terry Dubrow and Paul Nassif as she revealed she wanted to go under the knife yet again to lower her hair line to make her forehead appear smaller.
“I never really felt human, I always felt more like a fantasy creature,” she said on the show.
But when Pixiee met with the surgeons they weren’t convinced by her plans to lower her hairline.
“I am so close to becoming a real life cartoon, I need a small surgery and I’m done,” she said.
After a consultation with the doctors, they determined her previous surgeries had caused too much damage.
“I have never seen anything like this in my entire career,” Doctor Terry said.
The duo broke the news to Pixiee that they wouldn’t operate on her, but she hinted she would still go ahead with the surgery elsewhere, despite their advice.
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The social media star has had countless plastic surgery ops since her first procedure in 2011, transforming her body.
Pixee, who lives in North Carolina, flew to India to have her eye colour changed in a dangerous operation that is not performed in Europe or America.
She also went to Korea to have her jaw shape changed in another extreme procedure that could have left her paralysed.
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Pixiee shot to fame for her unique looks, but soon the multiple procedures started to take a toll on her health, so she decided to take a break from going under the knife.
Back in 2023 she shared an update with her Instagram followers, as she claimed her obsession with plastic surgery nearly killed her.
She said: “I was a person famous for having plastic surgery, and I have advertised doctors and the procedures they have done on me. I am making this post now because I see other girls advertising this doctor who almost ended my life.”
She added: “I am lucky to still be alive after been in a coma for more than one week. So lucky to have friends and family coming to my aid and getting me home to Sweden.”
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Pixiee went under the knife in a bid to look like a cartoon characterCredit: @pixeefox// instagram
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Pixiee appeared on the show Botched, where she was refused a hairline reduction and told she has body dysmorphiaCredit: E
The star has also appeared in the Starz TV series Heelz, and Young Rock, where he played the legendary WWE Superstar, Stone Cold Steve Austin.
However, he’s had to pull out of future shows for the WildKat wrestling promotion as he was rushed to hospital with a serious stomach illness.
The star posted a long essay onto his Instagram account which accompanied a selfie from his hospital bed.
He wrote: “Yesterday, I took my 1st (hopefully last) ambulance ride for the 1st time in 44years.
“That being said, this isn’t a pitty post but I have some unfortunate news that I would have preferred to be private about, but, as a performer I have to be transparent to my fans who are expecting to see me at several upcoming events Im scheduled for.
“For a few weeks now I was having some stomach issues that was causing me pain & discomfort.
“I thought it was due to me excessively eating some foods I don’t normally eat. So, I cleaned up my diet and thought it was business as usual.
“As days went on, I just tolerated the pain and went on about my normal life of training hard,Weights in the morning, Conditioning in the afternoon etc.”
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However, the star admitted that the pain became too much to bear and some of the other symptoms started getting worse.
He continued: “On Thursday night of this week I felt pretty rough physically, like I had a virus.
“I spent the night with terrible hot/cold flashes, sweating profusely, head pounding, and some vomiting.
“I toughed it out all night, and by Friday morning, I felt much better. So I decided to rest most of the day and rehydrate,etc.
We went to the ER. After some test, ER informed me that it was very good that I came in and didn’t wait longer.
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“Saturday morning, I woke up with some discomfort but decided to crush a workout the gym.
“As the day went on, my wife asked to go to the Dr because she wasn’t comfortable with how I was feeling and how long I was feeling that way for.
“I obviously argued against it and told her I was fine and it would go away eventually. She asked me to call one of my Dr friends to get their opinion, so I did that.”
He added:”My friend said he suggested I go get looked at asap, so I knew that was probably best and safest even though I wanted to continue to tough it out.
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“We went to the ER. After some test, ER informed me that it was very good that I came in and didn’t wait longer.
“Then they informed me that I needed to go into Surgery and I wouldn’t be going home. I was honestly heartbroken to hear this news.”
“I quickly called to my surgeon, who is a good friend of mine and he jumped on it right away. A few hours later, I was in Surgery. Surgery was successful and I am now recovering.”
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The wrester-turned movie star is worth a whole lot of money.
Dwayne Johnson‘s net worth has increased substantially since he began his acting career in 2001.
At the time, he had a net worth of $2M (around £3M today).
Now 21 years later, his net worth has increased to an estimated $800M (£626M).
Dwayne’s initial wealth came from competing in wrestling tournaments, with him earning $1million in 1999 (around £1.5M today).
However, his bank balance is now boosted by his acting career, TV appearances, merchandise, and his newly founded tequila company.
He launched his spirit brand, Teremana tequila, in 2020 and oversaw the development of the product while it was made in Mexico.
“It took 113 distillations to get to this point,” he said in his May 2021 interview on The Today Show. “Everything is handcrafted, handmade. Copper pot stills, brick ovens.”
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He is known for playing the legendary WWE Superstar, Stone Cold Steve AustinCredit: Getty
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This was on Young Rock, the show that detailed the journey of The RockCredit: Getty
Jai Opetaia inflicted the worst broken jaw ever seen’ by the doctor who saved Caludio Squeo’s face
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The brutal extent of Squeo’s jaw
And he did so with his trademark ruthless brilliance, battering the previously unbeaten man inside five one-sided rounds.
A body shot dropped Squeo in the fourth and a lead right hook from the South Coast southpaw in the fifth broke his mouth and dreams.
Opetaia’s Tasman team looked after the 34-year-old, rushing him to hospital where he got expert care and the diagnoses that left him needing a minimum of THREE metal plates to reinforce his jaw.
“He has two breaks,” Dr Shannon Webber explained to the team in a video shared – with full permission – with SunSport.
“He was obviously clipped here and then it’s gone ‘BANG’.
“And, when there is one fracture, there is always an exit break. It’s like a ring that always breaks in two spots.
“And there is a piece of fragmented bone left floating in his left cheek.”
Despite the brutal injuries suffered, as soon as Squeo came out of theatre, he helped praise on Opetaia and his classy team for their phenomenal assault on thr 14st 4lbs division and their decency outside the ropes.
“I just came out of surgery to fix the two fractures I sustained in my jaw during the match,” he explained.
“The operation went very well. I’m fine.
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“I learned right after the match that Opetaia was concerned about my condition and told his team to take care of me in every way possible.
“This shows us who the current IBF heavyweight champion truly is – not just a boxing phenomenon – but a real man, endowed with great sensitivity and heart.
“This is a boxing story driven by extreme men, filled with incredible tension, but also by boundless mutual respect.”
KINGS of Leon have been forced to cancelled their UK and European shows after frontman Caleb Followill suffered a “freak accident” while playing with his kids.
The Grammy-winning group had been due to perform across several countries this summer, including stops in Cardiff and Lancashire, as well as shows and festivals in Spain, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, Croatia, Belgium and Portugal.
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Kings of Leon have been forced to cancelled their UK and European showsCredit: Getty
But Caleb, 43, has been sidelined after breaking his foot and requiring emergency surgery, giving the band no choice but to pull out of all appearances in June and July.
In a video posted to the band’s Instagram account, he explained: “Hello to everyone out there, especially our European fans that are coming to see us this summer. Unfortunately I regret to inform you that those shows will have to be cancelled due to a freak accident that happened the other day.”
“I broke my foot pretty bad just playing with my kids… It’s pretty gnarly and I’ll spare all the details. But we’re fortunate enough to have some great doctors here in Nashville that gave me emergency surgery.”
Caleb, who shares two children with model Lily Aldridge, revealed that he’s been told to stay off his feet for around two months.
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He added: “I’m on the mend, but they’ve told me that I can’t be on my feet, travelling, or anything for the next eight weeks or so. That’s a big bummer.”
The singer looked visibly frustrated as he continued: “We were so excited. We’ve been preparing for this tour for a long time, we’ve been preparing for a lot of things.”
“We’ve been in the studio recording, we have a bunch of new songs, we were going to debut a few of them on this run. We had a lot of exciting things planned and now we’re going to have to pivot and find a new way to continue the work that we’ve started.”
Despite the disappointment, Caleb ended the message on a more hopeful note.
He said: “I’m very excited for when we do get to show you the stuff we’re doing, and in the meantime we’re going to do whatever work we can while I have these limitations.”
“Exciting stuff is coming, I know this isn’t the message anyone wants to hear, and it’s certainly not the message I want to be sending, but it’s going to be alright. Everything is going to be good. Hopefully, we will see y’all soon.”
The clip ended with a shot of Caleb’s foot in a cast.
His bandmates, Nathan, Jared and Matthew Followill, issued a separate statement, confirming the necessary recovery time.
They said: “Kings of Leon are updating fans that Caleb Followill has recently sustained a serious injury, shattering his heel and requiring a significant emergency surgery, that will prevent him from travelling and performing.
“The anticipated recovery process is expected to take eight weeks, under strict guidance of expert orthopaedic specialists.”
“The band regrets to report that they will need to cancel all upcoming UK and European festival headline shows in June and July of this year.”
The tour had been set to include a high-profile headline slot at Lytham Festival in Lancashire, where they were billed alongside Justin Timberlake and Alanis Morissette.
Organisers have since confirmed the festival will be reduced from five days to four, as it’s too late in the day to book a replacement act.
They also wished Caleb a “speedy recovery”.
More to follow… For the latest news on this story, keep checking back at The U.S. Sun, your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, sports news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures, and must-see videos.
A WOMAN who has faced comparisons to Kris Jenner has been told the likeness is even more “insane” following the Kardashian matriarch’s rumoured facelift.
Julia has long been compared to the 69-year-old reality TV star – with people pointing out that her cropped raven hairstyle is incredibly similar to Kris’ look.
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Julia often faces comparisons to Keeping Up With the Kardashians matriarch Kris JennerCredit: tiktok/@scottishjulia
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Loads of people said that Julia looks even more like Kris following the star’s rumoured faceliftCredit: The Mega Agency
However, since Kris has been showcasing her new look in recent weeks – causing surgery rumours to swirl – Julia’s followers have insisted she looks even more like her.
“Before you spoke, I thought you were her!” another commented.
“Girllll! Thought it was you Kris! You look just like her now! Twins!” someone else wrote.
“Genuinely thought this was her,” another admitted.
The comments were left on one of Julia’s videos, in which she joked she was “absolutely devastated” by Kris’ rumoured procedure.
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“I’m absolutely devastated about Kris Jenner’s new ‘facelift’,” she sighed.
“Because now she’s not got the same hairstyle as me.”
Julia added that while she thinks people are still quite likely to make the comparison between her and Kris, she’s a bit put out that the reality star has also changed her hair.
“She’s kind of grown it out into this little flicky, chic, French bob,” she said.
“Yeah, a wee bit devastated about that.
“Happy for her. Obviously, her face is looking about 35 and I think she’s pushing 70.
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“So love that for her but yeah, I’m not growing my hair!”
Kris has yet to comment on the facelift rumours, but, according to People.com, she visited Dr. Steven Levine in New York for the transformation.
The outlet said that the surgeon “specialises in natural-looking enhancements of the face, breasts, and body”, according to his website.
Kris hasn’t made a secret of her love of anti-ageing treatments in the past, telling People previously that she’s not ashamed of getting wrinkle-freezing injections Botox.
“For me, it’s been really great,” she said.
If you’re responsible, and you talk to your doctor, I think it works. It’s something that I’ve been using for a long time.“
She also underwent a facelift on an episode of Keeping Up With the Kardashians back in 2011.
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Kris is seen here in January 2024Credit: 2024 Marc Piasecki
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But in recent weeks, she’s been showing off her flawless facade amid rumours she’s undergone surgeryCredit: instagram/@krisjenner
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She’s also grown out her hair into a chic French styleCredit: Instagram
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But Julia insisted she won’t be following in Kris’ footsteps by growing out her hairCredit: tiktok/@scottishjulia
STANDING in the queue at the supermarket, Hannah Davison feels a burning sensation in her neck.
While it might be alarming for some, the hairdresser is all too aware of what is causing her chronic pain.
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Hannah Davison’s 36H breasts left her in constant agony and with a hunchbackCredit: SWNS
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Unable to stand for long periods of time, Hannah says that her boobs also got in the way of eatingCredit: SWNS
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She flew to Poland for breast reduction surgery and is now thrilled with her new 34C boobsCredit: SWNS
Her 36H breasts are the culprit with Hannah claiming she was ‘on the way to having a hunchback’ like the famous bellringer Quasimodo.
But Hannah, 33, can now hold her head (and neck) up high after having surgery to reduce her boobs by five cup sizes to a 34C.
She flew to Wroclaw, Poland, on April 14 to have breast reduction surgery where over a kilogram of tissue was removed from her chest.
The two-hour long surgery cost £3,373 after Hannah received a discount for paying through her Monzo card.
Now five cup sizes smaller, Hannah feels the hunch at the top of her neck caused by her boobs is “already going” and her daily pain has “disappeared literally overnight”.
Hannah, who lives with her husband in Greater Manchester, says: “I felt like I was on my way to having a hunchback.
“It panicked me at first because it felt like there could be something really wrong.
“I’m a hairdresser so I’m on my feet all day and using my arms.
“I struggled to stand up for periods of time.
“I’d have a burning sensation in the top of my neck.
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“I’d have to sit down for half an hour until it stopped.”
Hannah says that even simple tasks like eating proved a huge challenge.
“Even eating a meal before I was hunched because my boobs would mean my back was pushed down,” she explains.
“My posture was a huge problem.”
The hairdresser says that her life has totally transformed since her surgery, and she’s not the only one who has noticed the difference.
“Everyone has just been looking at them so shocked at how good they look and how it completely changed the frame of my body as well,” she says.
“I look smaller, they were so big and pronounced and changed the frame of body.
“Now they look a lot more natural as well and the pain has been severely reduced.
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Hannah suffered from years of burning neck pain to her size 36H breastsCredit: SWNS:South West News Service
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Hannah says she would give the pain of her surgery a 5/10Credit: SWNS:South West News Service
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Hannah stayed overnight at Europe Surgery’s clinic before staying a further five days at a hotelCredit: SWNS:South West News Service
BREAKDOWN OF HANNAH’S COSTS
Surgery – £3373
Flights – £210
Accommodation – £270
“It’s a better quality of life and I’m a lot more comfy in my own skin, which I can say I’ve never had because I’ve had big boobs since I was 14.”
Hannah’s back pain began when she was just 21 when she began hairdressing.
She said: “As the years have gone on – I’m 33 now – it’s just got progressively worse, and I had a hunch at the top of my back.
“Standing up and moving my arms in a certain way gave me a burning pain in the back of my neck.”
Hannah first heard about the procedure after a friend flew abroad for a breast augmentation in March 2025 at Europe Surgery, a clinic in Wroclaw, Poland.
She says: “My decision to go was very last minute.
“I’d wanted surgery done since I was 21 but it was always unreachable due to the price in the UK.
Standing up and moving my arms in a certain way gave me a burning pain in the back of my neck
Hannah Davison
“I went to Mya Cosmetic Surgery about six years ago and got a quote for £8,000 for the same procedure.
“It was way out of range for me.
“The last thing I heard was that the wait list [on the NHS] was six years and you had to go through extreme mental health screening.
“I didn’t want to wait any longer.
“I had the savings anyway but I didn’t want to dip into them, so I worked six days a week for six weeks to make the money I needed for my surgery.”
Hannah emailed the clinic in January 2025 and had her surgery just six weeks later.
Common Causes of Saggy Boobs
Gravity: Over time, the constant pull of gravity can cause the ligaments in the boobs to stretch and sag, especially in larger ones
Smoking: Smoking reduces blood supply to the skin, leading to a loss of elasticity and premature sagging
Lack of Support: Not wearing a properly fitting bra, especially during exercise, can lead to stretching of breast tissue and ligaments
Weight gain and loss: Changes in body weight can spark changes to the fatty tissue in the breasts, making them more prone to sagging
She says: “The clinic has a Facebook page with over 17,000 members so you get to see loads of different people’s point of view.
“I’m now four weeks post-op and I feel absolutely fine.
“I started back at the gym two weeks post-op.
“My best friend is a nurse and she can’t believe how neat the incisions look.”
Hannah stayed overnight at Europe Surgery’s clinic before staying a further five days at a hotel, while she waited to be fit to fly home to the UK.
She says: “A few times I was worried I could feel fluid inside my breast, so I just went straight in.
“All the nurses are so lovely.
“The whole experience pain wise was a five out of 10.
“The only annoyance of the whole process is the healing as you have to do nothing.
“Other than that, it was a great experience.”
She estimates that “just over a kilo and a half” of breast tissue was removed in the surgery.
She adds: “I’ve always been into the gym and training, and I feel like my body composition would never change.
“No matter how much I trained it would never make a difference.
“Now I can wear nice gym clothes.”
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She estimates she lost a kilo and a half of breast tissueCredit: SWNS:South West News Service
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She likened herself to The Hunchback of Notre Dame pre-surgery, as she said her ‘Quasimodo boobs’ meant she was constantly hunched overCredit: AF Archive
Luke and Beth Martin had been on a dream holiday to Turkey when tragedy struck on April 27Credit: GoFundMe
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Mum Beth from Portsmouth reportedly fell ill on her way to TurkeyCredit: GoFundMe
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Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital in Istanbul where Ms Martin died
She was rushed to a two-star-rated public hospital, where she is said to have taken her last breath and had her heart allegedly removed without any permission.
The Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO) warns that coroners in Turkey can take small tissue samples and organs for testing “without the family’s permission” under Turkish laws.
The advisory says that these orphans are usually returned before the person’s body is released.
However, Turkish authorities “might keep he body parts without permission in exceptional circumstances”, the foreign office warned.
The travel warning was placed before Ms Martin’s death and has nothing to do with her tragic case.
That’s because hospitals in Turkey have faced accusations of stealing organs and facilitating illegal transplants.
Meanwhile, the British government in its travel advisory warned tourists to be aware of medical treatments in the country.
The Foreign Office suggested that people visiting the country for medical tourism should exercise caution and discuss plans with a UK doctor beforehand.
The travel advisory reads: “We are aware of six British nationals having died in Turkey in 2024 following medical procedures.
“Some British nationals have also experienced complications and needed further treatment or surgery following their procedure.”
Brit mum, 28, mysteriously dies on Turkey holiday before horrified family find ‘her HEART had been removed by doctors’
Ms Martin was wheeled to Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital – a low-rated public hospital built on the outskirts of the Turkish capital.
After scrambling for an ambulance, she was finally admitted to the hospital, which offers Istanbul‘s International Patient Service serving foreign patients.
The doctors are understood to have checked her heart by performing an angiogram – a form of X-ray that shows blood vessels.
After doing the checks, the doctors told husband Luke they did not find anything suspicious.
Her family claims they were left completely in the dark by Turkish authorities throughout the whole ordeal.
And sickeningly, once they finally got back to the UK with her body, a UK autopsy revealed her heart had been removed – without any prior consent or authorisation.
Marmara Pendik Hospital is now facing a negligence investigation over Ms Martin’s sudden death, according to Ms Martin’s family.
The Foreign and Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO) is also making its own enquiries with local authorities, the Daily Mail reports.
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The public hospital has a low rating on Google, averaging just two stars.
A website operated by the Istanbul Provincial Directorate of Health states that the hospital’s principles are “transparency and accountability [with] people at the focal point of the fairness of the health service that is excellent”.
The Sun has reached out to the hospital for comment.
Meanwhile, Luke told how he was then shocked when Turkish police initially accused him of poisoning and killing his wife after her shocking death.
She was being treated in intensive care, he said, before adding he was banned from seeing her.
Beth and Luke’s parents flew out the following day and were again kept in the dark.
They were then shocked to discover Beth had been transferred to another hospital overnight, due to “concerns with her heart”, with none of the family members informed.
Close friend Ellie, who travelled to Turkey to try and help, detailed her experience of what happened after Beth’s death.
She revealed that Beth was supposed to be transferred to a private clinic.
But the public hospital was slow to act and “stopped her” from doing so.
She told how the doctors were acting strangely.
Ellie explained: “All they went on about is ‘are you going to sue the hospital? Sign this bit of paper’.
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The hospital has low ratings on Google
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Beth pictured with her husband LukeCredit: gofundme
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Luke was initially accused of poisoning BethCredit: GoFundMe
“I said: ‘Is there something we should be suing for? Do you know something we don’t? Because that’s really suspicious.'”
The family, who have not been told her cause of death, claim they were also forced to carry Beth in a body bag through the hospital.
She blasted the hospitals, saying: “The insurance company wanted to move her to a private hospital but the public hospital in Istanbul were not cooperating, they were being slow and delaying reports and not sending information over.
“They stopped her.”
She noted how suspicious it was that Beth’s hair was in “perfect” shape despite the mum undergoing “45 minutes of CPR”.
She speculated: “They said they did 45 minutes of CPR but anyone who has ever had CPR or has seen CPR knows how brutal it is.
“When I saw Beth in the morgue after she had her hair in two French plaits and they were perfect.
“There is no way they did CPR for 45 minutes, I know that,” she defiantly stated.”
She added that medical reports rule out food poisoning as a cause of death, but they still do not confirm how exactly the mum died.
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The family’s nightmare started hours after arriving on holiday in TurkeyCredit: Getty
