More stories

  • in

    Inside Geri and Christian Horner’s rollercoaster love story… from controversial engagement to £80k ring & baby struggles

    THEIR charmed country life has led to nearly a decade of apparent marital bliss.But Geri Horner was said to be “too upset” to talk to “anyone” this week after her F1 boss husband Christian was hit by allegations of “inappropriate behaviour”.
    Geri and Christian Horner married in 2015Credit: Fame Flynet
    Christian’s parents did not attend their wedding after a fallout over his exCredit: Instagram / gerihalliwellhorner
    First introduced to each other by Bernie Ecclestone 15 years ago, the couple are worth an incredible £440million and have piled their fortune into two country manors – including 14 stables for their horses.
    The former Spice Girl, who previously sweared off marriage, was steered down the aisle by the Red Bull Racing chief, who proposed following a whirlwind romance – despite having to Google her before their first date.
    Their engagement hit an early road bump as Christian’s “devastated” parents refused to attend their wedding in 2015 after he moved on swiftly from ex Beverley Allen, whom he was with for 14 years.
    Having put that crisis behind them, he will be hoping to weather another storm as he prepares for a ‘D-Day’ showdown with a lawyer tomorrow.
    Read more on the Spice Girls
    The 50-year-old is accused of “controlling behaviour” with a female work colleague, amid claims he could be gone by “next week” after “losing support” from the Red Bull team.
    Sources say the investigation is set to centre on the employee’s concerns about Horner’s strict work regime and does not relate to any sexual impropriety.
    The news has reportedly sent Geri, who is often seen cheering on her husband’s championship-winning team at Grand Prixs, into “full lockdown”.
    But a source told the Mail: “She will stand by him and be at his side just as much as she always has been. She never misses a race and that will not change.”
    Most read in Motorsport
    The couple and their blended family in 2017. Left to right: Bluebell, Montague and OliviaCredit: Getty Images – Getty
    Geri has been an ever-present fixture at Grand PrixsCredit: Getty
    Whirlwind romance
    Geri first met Christian through her F1 boss pal Bernie Ecclestone after he invited her to the Monaco Grand Prix in 2009.
    Christian told the Telegraph: “(Geri) was a guest of (former CEO of the Formula One Group) Bernie Ecclestone’s in Monaco one year and came down the pit lane.
    Geri Horner transforms into White Spice as she ditches colourful clothes in favour of ‘ladylike’ white outfits
    “I remember (McLaren boss) Ron Dennis was standing next to me and Eddie Jordan was there as well.
    “She gave Ron a kiss on the cheek, and she gave Eddie a kiss on the cheek. So I thought, ‘OK, I’m on for a kiss on the cheek here!’ And I went to give her one and she shoved her hand out at me.”
    At the time, Christian was with his former pub landlady partner Beverley Allen, and was stepdad to her two children, Kieron, 35, and Liam, 31.
    The couple had dreamed of having a child of their own and in October 2013, Beverley gave birth to a daughter, Olivia.
    Sadly, six months after the birth, the couple split and by March 2014, Christian had moved on with Geri.
    I didn’t marry Geri because she’s a Spice Girl. I married her because I fell in love with herChristian
    Remarkably, it later emerged that the racing fanatic had never even heard of one of the Spice Girls’ biggest hits before their first date, according to the Mirror.
    A source told the newspaper: “Before they went on their first date, Christian googled Geri – and found a video of her doing the song.
    “Geri found it hilarious that he had to research her beforehand and the song has become a running joke.”
    Christian later said: “I didn’t marry Geri because she’s a Spice Girl. I married her because I fell in love with her.”
    In October 2014, the new couple announced their engagement in The Times newspaper. Christian proposed with an elegant diamond engagement ring thought to be worth almost £80,000.
    Christian broke up with Beverley Allen shortly before moving on with Geri
    Geri and Christian first met at the Monaco Grand Prix after F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone (pictured) invited herCredit: Getty Images – Getty
    Geri said her mother’s divorce had put her off getting married, but that everything had changed after she met Christian.
    She explained: “The thing is my mother, she got divorced so it kind of put me off a bit if I’m honest and I hadn’t met anyone that I felt it was right (with) really.
    “And when I met Christian, I automatically knew, I did, I actually said to my friend, ‘I think I’ve met the man I want to marry’.
    They tied the knot in a stunning ceremony at St Mary’s Church in Woburn, Bedfordshire, in May 2015, with celebrity guests including fellow Spice Girl Emma Bunton, Amanda Holden and Myleene Klass.
    Geri wore a dress by British designer Phillipa Lepley and belted out a solo performance of Wannabe in a cheeky nod to their first date at a reception on the grounds of Woburn Abbey after the wedding.
    Geri and Christian appeared to have the perfect life together from the outsideCredit: social media
    The couple regularly share pictures on social media showing their country pursuitsCredit: Instagram @therealgerihalliwell
    A look at Christian Horner’s life and careerCHRISTIAN Horner is among the most well-known names in Formula One having helped build Red Bull into one of the biggest teams in the sport.
    1973 – Born in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
    1991 – Wins a Formula Renault scholarship after impressing in karting races
    1993-1997 – Competed in a host of competitions including British Formula Three, British Formula Two, and Formula 3000
    1997 – Founded and developed the F3000 team Arden
    1999 – Retired from driving and continued developing the Arden team
    2005 – Appointed head of Red Bull team, becoming the youngest ever team principal at that time
    2009 – Wins his first races as team principal with Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber
    2010 – Wins the Constructors’ Championship and Drivers’ Championship with Vettel – the first of four doubles in a row
    2013 – Has a daughter with ex-wife Beverly Allen shortly before the couple split
    2014 – Gets engaged to Spice Girls member Geri Halliwell
    2015 – Marries Halliwell in Woburn, Bedfordshire
    2017 – Horner and Halliwell welcome their son
    2021 – Wins another Drivers’ Championship with Max Verstappen, pipping Lewis Hamilton on the final lap of the season
    2022-23 – Red Bull win the Drivers’ Championship and Constructors’ Championship two years in a row

    Geri later told Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby that her wedding day was the “happiest day of my life”.
    However, it wasn’t as happy an occasion for Christian’s parents, who failed to attend.
    After the engagement was announced, one of his devastated relatives told the Sunday Mirror: “You can say that his parents are absolutely devastated. We won’t be going to the wedding.
    “There is a lot more to this story than people know about – to do with his ex-partner.”
    However, Christian and Geri, who has a daughter called Bluebell Madonna from a previous relationship, eventually managed to patch things up with his parents and Beverley.
    Christian told the Telegraph: “I have a great relationship with Beverley and Beverley gets on with Geri.
    “It’s totally harmonious.”
    I’d got to thinking I have a child, my husband has a daughter, and accepting this is our lot. Then Monty came naturallyGeri Horner
    Geri and Christian also went through the emotional rollercoaster of IVF treatment before she finally gave birth to their son, Monty, naturally in January 2017.
    She told Red magazine: “I’d tried an assisted route and it didn’t work. 
    “I feel for any woman that has that natural biological longing, it’s tough. 
    “I’d got to thinking I have a child, my husband has a daughter, and accepting this is our lot. Then Monty came naturally.”
    The Spice Girl later admitted that Monty had picked up some of her rebellious traits.
    That same year, she told Hello!: “He’s a pretty chilled baby for the most part, which he gets more from Christian, but then we’ll encounter a bit of protest and I think, ‘Ah, there’s the Halliwell!’.”
    Country life
    In the decade since their marriage, Geri and Christian appear to have blended seamlessly into each others’ lives.
    The former pop star is an ever-present fixture at F1 races, while Christian looks every bit the English gentleman in Instagram posts from their Cotswold bolthole.
    Christian looks ever the English gentleman as he sits atop his horse in a tweed jacketCredit: Instagram @christianhorner
    Christian standing on the steps of his luxurious home with daughter OliviaCredit: Instagram @christianhorner
    Geri can often be found caring for the animals on their two estates, which are home to horses, chickens, donkeys and goats.
    The couple’s main base is their lavish Grade-II listed mansion in Marston St Lawrence, near Banbury, Oxfordshire.
    The manor house boasts a sprawling garden, a boating lake and a tennis court.
    READ MORE SUN STORIES
    Just last month reports emerged of plans to build a 40ft by 16ft swimming pool, a fountain, a topiary and sunbeds at their Oxfordshire property.
    The pair also own a home in Hertfordshire, where they spent lockdown, and where the Spice Girls reunited for the first time in six years in 2018.
    Geri and Christian meeting the kingCredit: Getty
    The couple have an incredible 14 stablesCredit: Geri Horner/Instagram More

  • in

    Who is Sadio Mane’s wife Aisha Tamba?

    FORMER Liverpool star Sadio Mane has married his ”long-term” partner Aisha Tamba.The pair married in January 2024, with the private wedding taking place in the footballer’s native country of Senegal. From the couple’s nuptials to Mane’s sporting career – here’s everything you need to know.
    Ex-Liverpool star Sadio Mane has married Aisha TambaCredit: Magvision Evens
    Who is Sadio Mane’s wife Aisha Tamba?
    Professional footballer Sadio Mane, 31, has married his girlfriend, Aisha Tamba.
    Unlike her sports star spouse, Aisha, who is thought to be his long-term partner, appears to remain out of the spotlight and has no presence on social media.
    Therefore, not much information has been publicly disclosed regarding Mane’s new wife.
    When did Sadio Mane and Aisha Tamba get married?
    Sadio Mane and Aisha Tamba wed on January 7, in Dakar, Senegal.
    Read More in Sport
    According to Business Day, the couple married in a mosque in Keur Massar in January – an area in Dakar, Senegal’s capital.
    The pair hail from the same area of Senegal.
    Photos from the couple’s wedding have been shared on online, with a photography company posting pictures to the social media platform Instagram.
    In the photographs, Mane and his wife can be seen holding hands and posing for photographs following the wedding ceremony.
    Most read in Football
    In one snap, the pair can be seen photographed in front of a decorative sign that reads ”Mrs Mane”.
    A video was also shared of the pair sitting together as they posed for photos.
    Photos of the wedding shared on social media received more than 85,000 likes in less than 24 hours.
    Before their nuptials, the footballer had kept the details of his relationship private.
    However, back in 2022, Mane did discuss the kind of person he was looking for as a partner.
    In an Interview with Tribune, the former Liverpool forward said: “I’ve seen a lot of girls asking me why I am not married, but sorry you might be wasting your time. The woman I marry will not be on social networks.
    “I want to marry a woman who respects God and prays well. Everyone has their own way of making their choice of love.”
    What team does Sadio Mane play for?
    Sadio Mane, born April 10, 1992, is a Senegalese professional footballer, who plays as a forward or a winger for Al Nassr, and the Senegal national team.
    He joined Saudi Arabian Al-Nassr in the summer of 2023, following a 12 month spell at Bayern Munich.
    However, his most prolific sporting stint came at Liverpool – where he scored 120 goals and provided 48 assists in 269 games.
    Read more on The Sun
    Mane also helped Liverpool to win the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, Carabao Cup and Club World Cup.
    The footballer is now preparing to captain Senegal at the Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast later in January 2024. More

  • in

    Who is Kate Abdo’s husband Ramtin Abdo?

    KATE Abdo is one of the most recognised football presenters in the world.Therefore, it comes as no surprise that fans of the sports broadcaster are keen to know more about her life off camera – including her marriage to husband Ramtin Abdo.
    Kate Abdo pictured in May 2023Credit: Getty
    Who is Kate Abdo’s husband Ramtin Abdo?
    English sports broadcaster, Kate Abdo, is married to businessman and investor Ramtin Abdo.
    Born in Manchester under the maiden name Giles, she took her husband Ramtin Abdolmajid’s surname – shortened to Abdo – when they wed.
    Aside from this, not much is known about the couple’s relationship, with the pair keeping their romance private from the public eye.
    When did Kate Abdo and Ramtin Abdo get married?
    In October 2023, fans were left in hysterics at Thierry Henry’s reaction after Kate Abdo joked that she was getting engaged.
    Read More on Kate Abdo
    The CBS Sports host and the Arsenal legend were joined by Jamie Carragher and Micah Richards as usual on Champions League nights, when the presenter revealed at the start of the show that she had a big announcement.
    There were audible gasps from Carragher before he quipped: “Are you getting engaged?”
    Abdo responded: “Yes, I am getting engaged, he doesn’t know yet.”
    However, it was only a joke as glamorous Kate is already married, having tied the knot to her husband Ramtin in 2010.
    Most read in Football
    But as she made the gag, the cameras quickly cut to Henry – and some fans were convinced that he looked gutted.
    One said: “He almost threw up on the table,” while a second added: “He looks mortified.”
    What does Ramtin Abdo do for a living?
    As mentioned above, Ramtin Abdo is a businessman and investor.
    According to various reports, Ramtin has an estimated net worth of £10million.
    Kate on the other hand has also managed to amass an impressive fortune thanks to her successful career.
    The sports broadcaster is reported to have an estimated net worth of £2million – thanks to a job that has taken her all over the world.
    Kate began her broadcasting career in Germany covering the Bundesliga as a production assistant and has since worked in the UK, Spain, France, and the United States.
    Because of this, she speaks fluent French, German and Spanish.
    So, including English, multilingual Kate speaks an impressive FOUR languages – and she’s previously impressed fans with her skills live on air.
    During a show in November 2022, Kate and her ex-football star co-hosts were shown Champions League interviews by PSG star Kylian Mbappe, Federico Valverde of Real Madrid, and RB Leipzig boss Marco Rose.
    Kate then effortlessly translated the questions and answers from all three for the English-speaking viewers – earning the star a fist-bump from Thierry Henry.
    Read More on The Sun
    Meanwhile, Micah Richards said: “Wow, Kate! Three interviews, three languages!
    “The first one French, second one Spanish, third German. Das ist gut, Ja!” More

  • in

    Who is Ellen White’s husband and how many children do they have?

    ELLEN WHITE retired from football shortly after the Lioness’ epic Euros 2022 win and later confirmed she was starting a family.The football legend, who played for Manchester City and Birmingham City and represented Team GB at the Olympics, has had the support of husband Callum Convery throughout her career.
    Ellen White and her husband Callum Convery welcomed their first child in April 2023
    Who is Ellen White’s husband?
    Ellen’s husband is called Callum Convery.
    The couple first met while attending Loughborough University together.
    Callum, who has worked as a sports development officer at Nottinghamshire Football Association in the past, proposed in 2013.
    18 months after they got engaged, Callum and Ellen got married.
    Read More on Ellen White
    They held their wedding in Aylesbury.
    Speaking to OK! in 2019 about supporting his wife throughout the years, Callum said: “You can’t really put it into words.
    “I’ve gone from watching Ellen 11 years ago on a windy, wet afternoon in Leeds to seeing her in front of thousands in the World Cup!”
    How many children does Ellen White have?
    Ellen and Callum welcomed their first child, a baby girl, in April 2023.
    Most read in Football
    The football star announced she was expecting her first baby in December 2022.
    Ellen confirmed the arrival of her daughter in a post shared on Twitter and Instagram.
    She posted a lengthy caption on social media along with a photo of her husband and daughter, saying: “Best Daddy carrying our beautiful baby girl. 
    “We are so utterly besotted with you and you are so blinking cute.
    “We are extremely grateful to all the professionals @tandgicft for your incredible support & dedication in helping with the safe arrival of our daughter.”
    When did Ellen White retire from football and what does she do now?
    Ellen retired in August 2022 at the age of 33.
    At the time she stepped down, White was England Women’s all-time leading goalscorer – a title she still holds at the time of writing.
    Ellen announced her retirement on Twitter with an emotional statement.
    It read: “This has been one of the hardest decisions of my life but one that I know is the right decision for me. This decision has always been one I have wanted to make on my terms.
    “And this is my time to say goodbye to football and watch the next generation shine.
    “It has been my greatest honour and privilege to play this game. In particular playing for England has and always will be the greatest gift.
    “My dreams came true on the 31st July, winning The Euros and becoming a European Champion.”
    Ellen made her professional football debut in 2010 and played for Leeds United, Notts County and Arsenal throughout her career.
    She achieved 113 caps with 52 goals for England.
    White also represented Great Britain at both the London 2012 and Tokyo 2020 Olympic games.
    Read More on The Sun
    In 2023 it was confirmed that Ellen would provide coverage for the FIFA Women’s World Cup.
    She was announced as part of the BBC Sport presenting team for the tournament. More

  • in

    Jermain Defoe is moving into £3m mansion with new love — months after marriage split

    FOOTIE’S Jermain Defoe is moving into this £3million pad with new love Alisha LeMay — months after his marriage collapsed.The five-bedroom home in Herts is near Spurs’ training ground where Jermain, 40, coaches at the academy.
    Jermain Defoe is moving into this £3million pad with new love Alisha LeMayCredit: UniquePictures.co.uk
    The five-bedroom home in Herts is near Spurs’ training ground where Jermain coaches at the academyCredit: UniquePictures.co.uk
    He married Donna Tierney, 40, last June but they separated early this year.
    He has yet to go public about his relationship with influencer Alisha.
    She told in a video on Thursday how she was “conducting about 400 people”, adding: “Why is moving so stressful?”
    “I’ve literally not had a minute to myself.
    Read More on Jermain Defoe
    “But all for a good cause.”
    A source said: “Jermain isn’t one to take things slowly so this move won’t come as a surprise.”
    The source added: “Jermain and Alisha are loving life together.”
    A source said: ‘Jermain isn’t one to take things slowly so this move won’t come as a surprise’Credit: UniquePictures.co.uk More

  • in

    Footie ace Jermain Defoe ‘serious’ with new girlfriend after introducing her to his mum

    FORMER footballer Jermain Defoe’s new girlfriend Alisha LeMay has already formed a winning partnership — with his mum.Defoe, 40, and model Alisha, 31, were seen with his mum Sandra, below, outside her shop in Waltham Abbey, Essex.
    Jermain Defoe was snapped with his new girlfriend Alisha LeMayCredit: UniquePictures.co.uk
    The pair were seen with his mum Sandra outside her shop in EssexCredit: UniquePictures.co.uk
    A source said: ‘It must be serious if Jermain has introduced her to Sandra’Credit: UniquePictures.co.uk
    A source said: “It must be serious if Jermain has introduced her to Sandra.
    “The pair are extremely close and her opinion matters a lot to him.”
    The Sun on Sunday revealed last month that Defoe was with Alisha following his split from wife Donna Tierney, 40, after four months of marriage.
    Their Cliveden House marriage ceremony, featured in OK! magazine, was thrown into doubt after we revealed there was no official marriage registration.
    Read More on Jermain Defoe
    A beaming Alisha, wearing a green puffer jacket, shared a joke with Sandra from Defoe’s Land Rover.
    They have been seen enjoying a number of dates near her Essex home and she has known him as a friend for several years.
    Defoe has always credited Sandra’s strict parenting with setting him on the road to a successful football career.
    Defoe’s dad, Jimmy Defoe, died aged just 47 in 2012
    Most read in Football
    Defoe split from wife Donna Tierney after four months of marriageCredit: instagram
    Defoe always credited Sandra’s parenting with his successful football careerCredit: Reuters More