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      Arsenal star Martin Odegaard ‘secretly marries pregnant partner’ just 18 months after announcing they were together

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      MARTIN ODEGAARD might be sidelined through injury – but he’s keeping busy away from the field. The Arsenal midfielder has reportedly secretly tied the knot with pregnant partner Helene Spilling. Martin Odegaard has reportedly married his girlfriend Helene SpillingCredit: GettyThe pair announced earlier this year they were expecting their first babyCredit: Instagram @odegaard.98Spilling is a professional dancer and has won numerous awards in NorwayCredit: Instagram / @odegaard.98Odegaard, 25, went Instagram official with the pro dancer, 27, last summer after she embraced him on the pitch at the end of the 2022-23 season.In August, the pair announced they were expecting their first child together with an adorable baby reveal. The 25-year-old Gunners skipper prefers to keep his private life behind closed doors.Spilling was spotted out for a stroll in London last month wearing what appeared to be an engagement ring.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAccording to Norweigan outlet Verdens Gang, the Arsenal star has now changed his status to married in the national register. Helene has also updated her name to Helene Spilling Odegaard.A professional ballroom dancer, Spilling has won 17 gold medals in the Norwegian national championships. She has also founded her own dance studio and launched a fashion brand. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSHelene was a former pro on “Skal vi Danse”, Norway’s version of Strictly Come Dancing, winning the competition in 2021.Spilling has been spotted supporting her man at numerous Arsenal games over the past year.Arsenal vs Newcastle: Player RatingsIn April, fans claimed Odegaard was “winning on and off the pitch” after his stunning Wag danced in the stands following the Gunners thrashing of Chelsea.Odegaard is currently sidelined from action with an ankle injury.The Gunners skipper hasn’t played since picking up the issue during Norway’s 2-1 Nations League win over Austria in September.The loved-up pair have reportedly married in secretCredit: Instagram / @odegaard.98Meet the Arsenal Wags from Strictly star to a flight attendantTolami Benson – partner of Bukayo SakaBenson and Saka have kept information on their relationship largely quiet.They do not appear on each others Instagram pages but she was seen speaking to Saka at the 2022 World Cup.Helene Spilling – partner of Martin OdegaardA professional dancer from Norway who rose to fame in the country’s version of Strictly Come Dancing, the pair were first spotted together at the Football Awards in March 2023. Sophie Weber – partner of Kai HavertzWeber works as a model and social media influencer and is the most high profile member of the group on online with almost 400,000 followers on Instagram.They are childhood sweethearts having grown up in the same neighbourhood.Milly White – partner of Ben WhiteThe couple got engaged in 2022 before tying the knot officially in May last year. They have matching “I love you tattoos” on their wrists. Milly White works as a model.Laura Trossard Hilven – partner of Leandro TrossardThe pair met in 2014 before getting married in 2019.They have two sons together, Thiago and Amadeo.Lauren Fryer – partner of Declan RiceLauren Fryer and Declan Rice have been together since 2015. She tends to keep a lower profile compared to some of Arsenal’s other Wags but is no less stunning.She sadly deleted all pictures on her Instagram after suffering horrific abuse by vile trolls.Georgina Ramsdale – partner of Aaron RamsdaleGeorgina Ramsdale works as a flight attendant.The couple got married last June after the Arsenal star proposed in 2022. They originally met in 2019.He has recently returned to training and could be in contention to face Inter Milan on Wednesday. Odegaard wrote in an Arsenal programme last month: “I’ve been out for a few weeks now, and have been working hard to get back as soon as possible. “I feel like it’s close now, but although I haven’t been involved in the games lately, I feel I’ve still been able to use that time pretty well too.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Hopefully I can come out of this period fresher and stronger and ready for the rest of the season. “That’s the aim now, look at the positives and use this time in a good way. When I’m back I’m going to be feeling pretty good, I’m sure.” More

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      Who is Barry McGuigan’s wife Sandra Mealiff and how many children do they have?

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      BARRY McGuigan, the renowned Irish former professional boxer and current boxing trainer and promoter, is married to Sandra Mealiff.He’s taking on the challenge of surviving in the Australian jungle on I’m A Celebrity 2024 — here’s everything we know about his wife and family.Barry McGuigan, his wife Sandra Mealiff and their late daughter DanikaCredit: Getty Images – GettyWho is Barry McGuigan’s wife Sandra Mealiff?Sandra Mealiff comes from a Protestant background, while Barry McGuigan is Catholic, which is significant in the context of Northern Ireland’s religious divisions.Their interfaith marriage held symbolic importance during the tumultuous period of The Troubles in Northern Ireland, as it represented unity and love transcending sectarian divides.Speaking about this period in 2008, Barry told the Times: “I remember feeling a responsibility to create a harmonious situation: I wasn’t going to cause any more trouble and strife.”I was a Catholic Irishman fighting for the British title; my wife was a Protestant.read more on barry mcguigan”For the British title fight in 1983 [when Barry defeated Vernon Penprase for the featherweight belt], I wanted to wear neutral colours, so I decided on the UN flag colours of peace.”My dad sang Danny Boy, which became a unifying song.”It was crucial that people who came to see me fight didn’t feel threatened. I had amazing partisan support.”From childhood sweethearts to spousesThe couple’s relationship began in their youth.Most read in BoxingBarry said: “[Sandra and I] grew up together, buddies from kids.”They tied the knot on December 14, 1981 — however no details about their big day have been reported.Barry McGuigan’s actress daughter Danika dies aged 30 after ‘brief but brave’ battle with cancerThe marriage took place when Barry was 20 years old, showing the couple’s deep commitment to each other from a young age.First homeIn 1982, at the age of 21, Barry took out a mortgage on his first home with Sandra. The house had a unique location, straddling the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.Barry said: “In 1982, I was in the embryonic stages of my career, so for a 21-year-old to take out a mortgage on his own house was really something.”It was a lovely bungalow in the border area of the Republic of Ireland — next to a lake in Clones, Co Monaghan, where I had lived my whole life.”KidsBarry and Sandra McGuigan have four children: Danika, Shane, Jake, and Blain.Barry Mcguigan pictured with his wife Sandra and children Danika, Shane, Jake and Blaine at their Kent home in 1987Credit: Rex FeaturesDanikaDanika, also known as Nika, was the couple’s only daughter.Born in 1986, she pursued a career in acting and appeared in several films and TV shows including Wildfire (2020), Can’t Cope, Won’t Cope (2016), Traders (2015) and Philomena (2013).Danika tragically passed away on July 23, 2019 at the age of 33, following a brief battle with cancer.She had previously overcome leukemia as a child, but succumbed to a more aggressive form of cancer later in life.On August 2, 2019, Barry shared an old photo of himself and his daughter, paying an emotional tribute to Danika.He wrote: “The most difficult thing I’ve ever had to do was to say goodbye to my amazing daughter Nika earlier this week.Barry McGuigan received an MBE in 1994 for services to boxingCredit: PA:Press Association”She has been a shining light in our family’s lives for the past 33 years.”Nika was an extremely talented and inspirational young lady who radiated kindness and love.”Our hearts are broken and we know that life will never be the same again for us.”However, Nika lives on in so many parts of our lives which we are grateful for.”I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all the people who sent flowers, cards, Mass cards, Instagram messages, Facebook, Twitter, texts and email messages of condolences and support.”There are simply too many to answer individually so I want to use this opportunity to say a huge thank you to each and every one of you, the family greatly appreciate them.”Barry’s heartbreaking tribute to his late daughter DanikaCredit: Social mediaShaneShane, born on November 8, 1988, has followed in his father’s footsteps in the boxing world.He has become a renowned boxing trainer, working with high-profile fighters including Carl Frampton, David Haye and George Groves. Shane’s success as a trainer has earned him recognition in the boxing community, continuing the McGuigan legacy in the sport.Following the heartbreaking passing of his sister, Shane wrote on Instagram: “My beautiful sister Danika lost her battle with cancer. She overcame it once with a two-year fight.”We were privileged to have another 20 years with our amazing Nika.”The McGuigan family pictured in 2003Credit: PA:Press AssociationJake and BlainWhile less is publicly known about Jake and Blain, they are also part of the close-knit McGuigan family.The family has generally maintained privacy regarding their personal lives.Jake reportedly studied business in London, while Blain is a politics graduate who is involved with music.Current residenceThe McGuigan family left their border home in Clones and moved to Kent, England in 1987.In 2008, Barry said: “It was in 1987, after I had lost my title [against Stevie Cruz] in Las Vegas, the year my father died, that I decided to move the family to England. It was a bit of a wrench.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’ve been back to see the [Clones] house several times. The roads are no longer barricaded, and now I’m involved in integrated eduction, which is the way forward.”It’s important to me that there is harmony and bonding between people.” More

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      Kelly Piquet celebrates four years with Max Verstappen by sharing bikini pic after couple put on PDA at US Grand Prix

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      MAX VERSTAPPEN and Kelly Piquet celebrated four years together after packing on the PDA at the US Grand Prix. The model, 35, has been dating three-time F1 world championVerstappen, 27, since late 2020.Max Verstappen and Kelly Piquet celebrate four years togetherCredit: Instagram @kellypiquetThe two packed on the PDA in TexasCredit: ReutersThe two have been together since late 2020Credit: instagram @kellypiquetThe two were pictured sharing a passionate kiss in Texas after the Dutch champion came third. And Kelly took to Instagram to celebrate their anniversary as she posted a bikini picture next to Verstappen, who also soaked in the sun. The Brazilian is the daughter of three-time F1 champ Nelson. Although she was born in Germany to her Brazilian dad and Dutch mum Sylvia, Kelly spent much of her childhood in France.READ MORE F1And Verstappen is not the only racer she has dated having been in a relationship with Russian Daniil Kvyat. The pair began dating in January 2017 and have a daughter together, Penelope, months before they split up in December 2019.And around a year later, Verstappen entered into a relationship with Kelly, going Instagram official in January 2021.Ironically, Verstappen actually replaced Kvyat at Red Bull in the second half of the 2016 F1 season.Most read in MotorsportThe reigning champ stands atop of the 2024 standings with Britain’s Lando Norris trailing in second. And in a boost to Norris, rival Verstappen will take a five-place grid penalty for Sunday’s race in Brazil. The penalty comes after Red Bull put a new engine in Verstappen’s RB20 with four races remaining.Verstappen’s grid penalty will boost Norris’ hopes of reducing the Dutchman’s 47-point lead in the Drivers’ Championship. Kelly Piquet is a Brazilian modelCredit: instagram @kellypiquetHer dad is a former F1 championCredit: Instagram kellypiquetKelly pictured outside Viktor & Rolf in JanuaryCredit: GettyKelly was in a relationship with Russian Daniil KvyatCredit: Instagram @kellypiquet More

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      Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez SPLITS from mother of his two children to ‘live alone’ as she puts statement on Instagram

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      ENZO FERNANDEZ has split from his childhood sweetheart and the mother of his two children.The Chelsea star’s long-term partner, Valentina Cervantes posted a message on her Instagram confirming their breakup.Enzo Fernandez has split from long-term partner Valentina CervantesThey have two children together, born in 2020 and 2023Fernandez is said to have told her he wants to ‘live alone’She has 1.4 million followers on InstagramAnnouncing the news, influencer Cervantes indicated the 23-year-old and her have had an amicable separation.Argentine journalist Julieta Argenta claimed that Fernandez told her he wanted to “live alone”.Cervantes, who has 1.4 million followers on Instagram, said: “With Enzo today we say distance from each other. “But we will always be family and support each other through everything. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Because there are two kids in the middle that need a lot of our love for them.”I know the person and excellent father Enzo is, and the heart he has. And that’s enough for me. “They don’t want to create wars where there aren’t any.”They had met in their homeland of Argentina, with two children together born in March 2020 and October 2023.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSShe had followed him firstly from River Plater to Benfica and then to Chelsea when he joined in January 2023 for a then-record-breaking £107million transfer.Only days ago the midfielder posted a picture to his Instagram page celebrating the birthday of his youngest son, Benjamin.Gary Neville slams Chelsea pair who ‘aren’t kidding anybody’ and look ‘worried to death’ Argenta’s full post on social media adding context, read: “He told her he wants to live life on his own. “They’re still family, but he feels the need to experience the stage he skipped by choosing family early on.”The major decision has come with Fernandez recently being dropped to the bench under Enzo Maresca, with Renato Veiga preferred in midfield in the Blues’ last two Premier League games.Fernandez captained Chelsea in the early weeks of the season and during Wednesday’s League Cup clash against Newcastle, but saw was on the wrong side of a 2-0 scoreline.He came under fire in the summer following Argentina’s Copa America victory after posting a video of himself and his Argentina team-mates chanting a sick discriminatory song.Fernandez came under fire from his team-mates including Wesley Fofana for the “uninhibited racism” shown in the video.He issued a grovelling apology on social media following the vile act, but escaped an FA ban for the racism storm.Chelsea ratings vs NewcastleCHELSEA were dumped out the Carabao Cup by Newcastle.The 2-0 loss came after the Blues made 11 changes to their starting line-up.SunSport’s Craig Mahood reveals which players might have done enough to keep their place next time.Filip Jorgensen – 6Nervy start when flapping at an early cross and a couple of wayward kicks going out.Struggled in parts with the ball at his feet including a pass straight to Tonali in the first half. Not much to do in the second half.Axel Disasi – 6Looked uncomfortable for large spells at right-back in duels with Joelinton in the first half and couldn’t sort his feet out when scoring an own goal.Didn’t have much defending to do after the break but offered little in attack.Tosin Adarabioyo – 6Best of the back line but not a difficult task. Looks like a player is there if he can get more minutes as marshalled Isak well for much of the contest.Benoit Badiashile – 5Shocker of a pass to Veiga for Newcastle’s opener before being booked for a foul on Krafth.Terrible touch right on half time let Gordon clear and fortunate Willock missed from close range.Marc Cucurella – 6Huffed and puffed down the left-hand side and defended reasonably well against Gordon for most of the night.Tried to link with Mudryk but a frustrating night meant he didn’t get as involved.Enzo Fernandez – 6Chelsea skipper saw plenty of the ball but didn’t create much of note on it.Looked to be missing the creative spark that would normally play alongside him in there.Renato Veiga – 6Largely anonymous in the middle as kept possession moving but was caught on it for the opening Newcastle goal, though not really his fault.Stung the palms of Pope late on but didn’t create much in that position.Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall – 5Should’ve scored in opening 90 seconds with glorious chance.On the fringes of the game throughout and struggled to get involved. Hooked before the hour.Mykhailo Mudryk – 7Quiet first half hour before bursting clear of Krafth later in half. Appeared to gainconfidence in the second half and was a threat when he did get the ball on the left.His final ball missing a few times but would’ve had an assist or two on another evening. Chelsea will be hoping this isn’t a flash in the pan.Joao Felix – 5Another one that showed very, very brief flashes. Should’ve scored when clean through with 15 minutes to go which might’ve changed the game.Frustrations of a difficult night shown when booked for dissent in closing stages.SubsNoni Madueke – 6Replaced ineffective Dewsbury-Hall for the final half hour.Claimed for a penalty when pushed over by Gordon. Was a threat when in possession but struggled against Newcastle’s low block.Replaced ineffective Dewsbury-Hall for the final half hour.Claimed for a penalty when pushed over by Gordon. Was a threat when in possession but struggled against Newcastle’s low block. More

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      Mats Hummels, 35, goes public with Victoria’s Secret model, 25, at Ballon d’Or after split from former ‘Wag of the Year’

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      MATS HUMMELS went public with his stunning new girlfriend at last night’s Ballon d’Or ceremony.The Germany defender was dressed to impress in a black tuxedo and was pictured arriving with gorgeous model Nicola Cavanis.Mats Hummels hit the red carpet with his new girlfriend Nicola CavanisCredit: GettyIt was the first time they had been seen in publicCredit: GettyNicola is a model who has worked for Victoria’s SecretCredit: INSTAGRAM @NICOLAShe is ten years younger than HummelsCredit: INSTAGRAM @NICOLAHummels, 35, and the beauty ten years his junior were seen holding hands as they hit the red carpet.Nicola stunned in a figure-hugging pale dress and was all smiles with her new man.It was the first time they had been seen together in public after several reports in the German press that they were dating.Nicola, who started her career as a model as a teenager, shot to fame in her homeland after starring in a Nivea advert in 2021.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLShe has since represented brands like Victoria’s Secret, Puma, MCM, New Yorker and Tchibo.Nicola also has a huge following on social media, boasting 1.9 million on Instagram, 500,000 on TikTok.Despite being born in Bavaria, she does not support Hummels’ former club Bayern Munich, and is instead a fan of Augsburg.Hummels is with Nicola following his split from wife Cathy Fischer in 2022.Most read in FootballNicola Cavanis is a social media star with millions of followersCredit: INSTAGRAM @NICOLAThe beauty supports AugsburgCredit: INSTAGRAM @NICOLAHummels with his ex Cathy FischerCredit: Bongarts – GettyThey were married for seven years and they have a son named Ludwig, 6.The 36-year-old used to pose for Playboy and was named Germany’s Wag of the Year in 2013 when Hummels was at Borussia Dortmund. Incredible video shows how Ballon d’Or is made and it’s blowing fans’ minds as they ask ‘why does it feel so weird?’She also once admitted to being open to kissing anyone, saying: “I love to snog when I’m drunk. The sex is irrelevant, I don’t care.”I also kiss women in such situations. Then I just want to snog.”Asked about how many people she has slept with, she added: “I can count them with one hand. “I don’t open my castle to anyone. To me, this is a very private matter.”Hummels, who now plays for Roma, came 29th in the Ballon d’Or last night.Meet Mats Hummels’ stunning Wag Nicola CavanisMats Hummels is now dating glamorous model Nicola Cavanis despite the pair having a ten-year age gap.They went public on the red carpet at the 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony.Despite the defender coming 29th, fans said he got the “real trophy”.She has millions of followers online and she regularly posts stunning professional photos on her social media, along with images from her day-to-day life.Nicola, who works for “Munich Models Germany”, also revealed her contract states she cannot get a haircut without telling her company. She is also banned from getting any tattoos.Nicola added: “I have to coordinate with them whether I can go to the hairdresser.”I can’t just go on vacation, I have to cancel so that they can plan the appointments.”I’m also not allowed to just get tattoos.” More

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      Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner looks unrecognisable in incredible 2010 throwback picture

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      KYLE WALKER’S wife Annie Kilner looks unrecognisable in a dazzling photo she shared on social media.The partner of the England and Manchester City star uploaded a snap of her sat in the back of a taxi on a night out back in 2010.Annie Kilner has served Kyle Walker with divorce papersCredit: InstagramAnnie and Kyle have hit problems in their three-year marriageCredit: Paul EdwardsAnnie has posted a snap on her Instagram story of what she called “How Saturday night looked in 2010”.And it certainly looks different.Wearing a lacy crop-top in what looks like the back of a cab, she gazed thoughtfully out of the window with lights zooming past outside.Annie already knew Walker by then – as they first met in his home town of Sheffield as teenagers.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe couple married in Cheshire three years ago.Now Annie is preparing to fight for half of the England star’s £27million wealth.The mother of four, 32, has served divorce papers on the football ace.And The Sun revealed Walker’s ex-lover Lauryn Goodman, the mum to two of his kids, reported Annie to police over an “‘I want her dead” WhatsApp message.Most read in FootballOfficers told Lauryn the message – sent to someone else – was a “conditional threat”.They said Lauryn would need to take civil action if she wanted to pursue the matter further.She is understood to want half of Walker’s £27m fortuneCredit: EURO 2024 News Pool (ENP) – Denmark vs EnglandKyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner files for divorce and gears up to fight for star’s £27m fortuneWe understand divorce papers were served weeks ago.A source said: “Annie doesn’t want her share to pay for his children with Lauryn. “She doesn’t want her children to have a penny but she knows he has to legally.“Annie doesn’t know what Kyle is spending his money on and wants control of her share.”She is known to have twice kicked the 34-year-out of their Cheshire home.The first time was when Ex on the Beach TV reality star Laura Brown said she romped with Walker in his Bentley.Annie booted him out but allowed him back.She then told him to leave again when he said Lauryn was having his baby.We revealed earlier this month Annie had sent contentious WhatsApp messages to a pal after Lauryn’s son Kairo – fathered by Walker – was born in 2020.Our source said: “Friends had told Lauryn about the ‘I want her dead’ threat so she decided to put it on record with the police in case anything happened with her and her two children.”Lauryn found out about them last December and contacted police the following month.READ MORE SUN STORIESOfficers judged that Annie had made a “conditional threat” and decided not to speak to her, although the report was kept on file.The Sun approached Annie’s representative and Cheshire Police for comment.Annie posted this flashback snap from 2010, 11 years before she wedCredit: instagram @annievkilner More

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      Lauryn Goodman reported Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner to cops over disturbing WhatsApp messages

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      KYLE Walker’s ex-lover reported his wife to the police, we can reveal.Lauryn Goodman, mum to two of the footballer’s kids, raised the alarm after Annie said she wanted her dead in abusive WhatsApps.Lauryn Goodman reported Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner to the policeCredit: SplashAnnie said she wanted Lauryn dead in abusive WhatsApp messagesCredit: BackGridThe latest revelation comes after it emerged last week that mother-of-four Annie, 32, served divorce papers on the Man City defender.Our source said: “Friends had told Lauryn about the ‘I want her dead’ threat so she decided to put it on record with the police in case anything happened with her and her two children.”We revealed this month Annie sent the messages to a pal after Lauryn’s son Kairo — fathered by Kyle — was born in 2020.She was also said to have called Lauryn a “slag” who “is going to be hated by the time I’ve finished”.READ MORE ON ANNIE KILNERInfluencer Lauryn, 32, found out about them last December and contacted Cheshire Police in ­January. Officers told her it was considered a “conditional threat” and she would need to take any action through the civil courts.They did not speak to Annie, though the report was kept on file.The Sun on Sunday revealed earlier this month she had sent the messages.Most read in FootballFriends have since told Lauryn — mum to Kairo, four, and daughter Kinara, one — to go back to the police.However our source said “she has decided not to pursue this for now because she actually thinks Annie has been through enough”.Kyle Walker’s wife Annie Kilner files for divorce and gears up to fight for star’s £27m fortuneA source close to Annie said she never wanted to physically harm Lauryn.They told us: “She wouldn’t have hurt her. She didn’t want anybody else to actually hurt her. It’s one of those things you say when you’re angry.”Annie is now preparing to fight for half of 34-year-old Kyle’s £27million fortune as their relationship “turns ugly”.We understand divorce papers were served weeks ago.A source said: “Annie doesn’t want her share to pay for his children with Lauryn. She doesn’t want her children to have a penny but she knows he has to legally.Annie is now divorcing Kyle and fighting for half of his £27million fortuneCredit: Refer to Caption“Annie doesn’t know what Kyle is spending his money on and wants control of her share.”The couple separated at ­Christmas after it emerged the England defender had fathered a second child with Lauryn.Kyle and Annie met in Sheffield as teenagers but only got married in 2021 at Mottram Hall, Cheshire.The wedding took everyone by surprise as Kyle was embroiled in a string of sex scandals.First, Ex on the Beach TV reality star Laura Brown said she and Kyle romped in his Bentley.Annie kicked him out of their Cheshire home but they got back together.She gave him the boot again when he revealed Lauryn was having his baby.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe moved into an £8,000-a-month flat, and breached Covid lockdown rules by hosting a sex party with two hookers.We approached Cheshire Police and Annie’s rep for comment.Lauryn and Walker’s kids watching the EurosCredit: Instagram @lauryngoodman91 More

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      ‘It’s bulls**t, we’re not cool’: Chris Eubank Jr reveals he no longer speaks to his dad ahead of Conor Benn grudge clash

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR has laid bare the heartbreaking state of his relationship with his father, who he’s claimed has shown “no interest” in him or his career for “a long time.”Eubank Sr, 58, was a driving force in the early stages of his son’s boxing career and a charismatic ever-present at his fights.Chris Eubank Sr was an initial driving force in the boxing career of his son, Chris Eubank JrCredit: GETTYThe middle and super-middleweight champ was once an ever-present in his son’s cornerCredit: GETTYBut the pair have become distant in recent yearsCredit: GETTYEubank Jr has claimed his father hasn’t taken in an interest in him for a ‘long period of time’Credit: NEWS GROUP NEWSPAPERS LTDBut the former WBO middleweight and super-middleweight champion’s relationship with his namesake has become strained in recent years.The pair’s relationship, or lack thereof, will come further under the microscope whenever Eubank Jr finally shares the ring with Conor Benn, the son of his old man’s bitter rival Nigel Benn.Having his father in his corner for the historic domestic dust-up would be a dream for Jr, who said during an appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show: “I would love for him to be involved.”The fact that I even have to say that is insane, how is that even a thing?READ MORE ON EUBANK JR”That his son is going to fight the son of his arch nemesis all those years ago when he was a world champion.”How was it a thing that he may not be there? But, it’s a thing, we don’t talk.”He has shown no interest in my career for a long period of time now, he’s shown no interest in me in a long period of time.”Eubank Jr, 35, reaches out to his father “every once in a while” but claims to receive nothing but blunt responses.Most read in BoxingHe said: “Sometimes he, you know, it’ll be a one-word answer or an Instagram post but there’s no real conversation there.”It’s sad but, I’m my own man and I’ve got massive things on my plate, in my path that I have to complete, I have to succeed in.I was gang enforcer that lived in £1m mansion before becoming boxer “So I can’t let anything like that affect me spiritually, mentally, emotionally, I have to be strong, I have to be focused.”Once my career is done, then I can try, you know, spend time worrying about other people’s feelings but for right now, it’s all systems go man. I’ve gotta be me.”Jr is still trying to come to terms with why his father has opted to distance himself from himself and the rest of his siblings.He said: “As somebody who’s lost a son, I think that that’s a pretty insane thing to be doing.”An insane way to be acting, to kind of not be speaking to, you know, your remaining kids.”But, he’s his own man, he’s dealing with his situation how he thinks he should and all I can do is sit and wait and hope that he comes around at some point.”But I can’t tell you if that will happen any time soon.”The fractured nature of his relationship with his dad is something Jr initially played down in a bid to avoid any further friction.But the IBO middleweight champion is DONE holding his tongue for the sake of keeping up appearances.He said: “For a long time, I kind of tried to act like it was cool,” he added. “People would ask me, ‘How’s your Dad?’READ MORE SUN STORIES”‘Yeah, we’re good.’ But I got sick of that s**t, man. It’s bulls**t, we’re not cool, we’re not okay and people need to know.”Eubank battered Kamil Szeremeta last time out in Saudi on the Bivol vs Beterbiev undercard, stopping the Pole in the seventh round after four knockdowns.Chris Eubank Jr would love to have his dad in the corner for his eventual grudge match against Conor BennCredit: GETTY More