Would you pay £50 to see Kerry?

Posted by Jane Murphy

Want to know the latest Kerry Katona rumour that’s popped up in the tabloids? Of course you do! Er… don’t you?

According to those lovely people at the News of the World, the under-fire reality TV star has agreed to carry out personal appearances in pubs and clubs for a fee of just £50.

Now, before you start organising a whip-round to lure Ms Katona to your local boozer at the earliest possible opportunity, I should just mention that Kerry’s “people” have denied the claims.

However, a mysterious source tells the tabloid that Kezza’s husband - that old charmer Mark Croft - is the “brains” behind the plans.

“Mark has persuaded her that doing personal appearances is a good way to make some money and raise her profile again,” says the insider.

“He’s also been speaking to nightclub owners in Cheshire, to get them to do Kerry Katona nights. He knows Kerry’s celebrity status and car crash life make her lucrative.”

So would you hot-foot it to a pub or club if there was a chance of seeing Kerry in the flesh? Or would you pay money not to bump into her? Tell us here.

Picture: Wenn

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Kerry joins the Nolans

Posted by Jane Murphy

Girls Aloud? Puh! The Saturdays? Bunch of lightweights! Sugababes? Dull, dull, dull! Last night was all about the triumphant return of The Nolans, who kicked off their UK comeback tour in front of a star-studded audience at the Manchester Apollo.

Singing siblings Coleen, Bernie, Linda and Maureen were joined on stage by a bunch of much younger male dancers, who did things like this…

(Don’t have nightmares, kids.)

And then they all went off to the show’s after-party, which was thronging with a tabloid editor’s dream selection of guests, including Kerry Katona and her ever-fragrant husband Mark Croft…

(Kezza used to shop at Iceland with Coleen - remember?)

Also there? Coleen’s Loose Women co-star Denise Welch - who’s rapidly been gaining a reputation for No.1 party girl over recent weeks - showed up with her lovely husband Tim Healy…

Note how Tim keeps a firm hand on his wife’s shoulder. It’s probably for the best, eh?

And here’s Coronation Street’s Beverley Callard, looking positively demure - by her standards, at least…

Other guests included motormouth Shameless star Tina Malone, former Emmerdale harridan Claire King and boy-from-Blue Antony Costa. I bet that was a quiet, low-key evening then - don’t you?

Pictures: Wenn

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Another baby for Kerry?

Posted by Jane Murphy

The latest news on Kerry Katona? Apparently, the mum-of-four is trying for another baby because she’s convinced it will help get her life back on track following her recent cocaine scandal.

The “troubled star” (that’s now her official title) was spotted eyeing up baby clothes in Mothercare while patting her stomach during a weekend shopping trip in Wilmslow. And - what d’you know? - the paparazzi were there to record her every move. What a coincidence!

“She decided to have another baby just a few weeks after she was filmed doing cocaine,” one of Kerry’s many blabber-mouth “friends” told The People. “Husband Mark Croft said no at first, but he’s come round.”

Now, I suspect like many people, I only need to read a couple of sentences about Kerry and Mark before I start morphing into Jeremy Kyle and feel a desperate urge to shout out state-the-obvious, judgemental comments until my skin turns completely purple and my eyes bulge out of my face.

But having taken a deep breath then smashed my head against the wall several times instead, I’ll simply say: all things considered, I don’t think Kerry and Mark should be trying for another baby at this particular juncture.

How about you?

Picture: Wenn

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Can Kerry turn things around?

Posted by Jane Murphy

Oh dear! The latest batch of tabloid stories about Kerry Katona make very miserable reading, don’t they?

Yesterday’s News of the World headline? “Kerry: I’ll die young” - accompanied by a graphic description of how part of the reality TV star’s nose has allegedly fallen out due to cocaine use.

“The hole has got bigger and has penetrated through to the other side,” claims Kerry’s stepsister Pat Ferrier. “Kerry can put the end of her glasses into it.” Yeah, thanks for that, Pat.

Now, it might be hard to muster much sympathy for Ms Katona. After all, she’s had plenty of second chances throughout her time in the spotlight. But things have clearly spiralled out of control and she desperately needs help and support to get her life back on track.

But who’s really there for her? Pretty much every friend and relative has sold stories about her. Husband Mark Croft has been cavorting with strippers. Even Kerry’s former publicist Max Clifford parted ways with her after last year’s This Morning debacle. And frankly, when Max walks away, you know you’re in trouble.

Oh, and if you’re wondering where ex-husband Brian McFadden is while all this is going on, latest paparazzi pics from the weekend show him enjoying a speedboat ride around Sydney Harbour with shamed Australian “shock jock” Kyle Sandilands. That’s nice, isn’t it?

Still, Kerry must get herself sorted out - and quick. She’s got four kids who need her - and that’s four good reasons not to give in. But can she do it - and if so, how? Tell us what you think.

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Kerry goes back on GMTV

Posted by Jane Murphy

 

What better way to start the day?

I wolfed down my tea and toast this morning while watching Kerry Katona give her first live TV interview since that infamous appearance on This Morning last October.

This time, an upbeat Kezza was quizzed by GMTV’s Mr Nice Guy Andrew Castle - and appeared alongside a clinical psychologist, who was able to offer expert insights into Kerry’s bipolar disorder.

So what’s new? Well, Kerry still seems very hurt and upset by the criticism she’s received over her This Morning appearance. She also admitted she’d skipped taking her medication last night for fear of slurring her words again today.

You can see what else happened here:

Now, I’m certainly not Kerry’s biggest fan - and I’d rather watch paint dry than sit through her MTV reality show - but I do feel we should all cut her some slack and show a little more understanding where her illness is concerned.

But could she really be a role model for fellow sufferers? Or is it time for her to stop living her life in the public eye?

Tell us what you think.

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Stars go wild for animal print

Posted by Jane Murphy

 

Yesterday, celebrities were mainly wearing animal print.

Want proof? Well, as you can see from the picture above, Kerry Katona sported a rather fetching leopard-print hoodie and hotpants combo when she went to collect baby Max from nursery. It's the outfit of choice for all self-respecting Cheshire mums nowadays, apparently.

Meanwhile, Jennifer Ellison opted for an animal-print chiffon top while pretending to steer a ship in Dublin (as you do)...

 

The occasion? Jen was publicising the launch of Jeff Wayne's musical version of The War of the Worlds. Obviously.

And finally, Debbie Allen wore this faux fur jacket when she showed up to judge a children's talent contest in New York...

 

Can't quite place Debbie? Well, you're obviously not as old as me then. She is, of course, the choreographer and actress who played dance teacher Lydia in seminal '80s series Fame.

Altogether now: "You got big dreams? You want fame? Well, fame costs. And right here is where you start paying... in sweat." Ah, happy days!

Pictures: Big Pictures, Wenn

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Do you feel sorry for Kerry?

Posted by Jane Murphy

 

I know I may well be in the minority here, but I do feel sorry for Kerry Katona at the moment.

The poor woman's life seems to have spiralled out of control - and I'm not convinced she gets the love and support she needs from anyone, least of all her closest relatives.

I wasn't at all surprised to hear she'd broken up with husband Mark Croft. I was even less surprised to hear today's rumours that they've got back together. And the least surprising thing of all? An MTV film crew have been at Kerry's house to record every moment.

Indeed, I think the whole sorry saga can be summed up neatly in these few sentences from yesterday's News of the World: "Kerry has begged the MTV team not to leave her side - in case she weakens and takes Mark back.

"She wants the crew - said to loathe Croft for always putting her down - to film her every day for two months for a new show, Kerry Katona: The Divorce."

Message to MTV: nobody wants to watch that programme. Please don't make it - for all our sakes, but most of all for Kerry's...

So do you feel sorry for Kerry? Tell us here.

Pictures: Rex Features

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Jason: 'Kerry is pond life'

Posted by Jane Murphy

 

Tsk! As my old granny used to say, some people don't have the manners they were born with.

Outspoken Dancing on Ice judge Jason Gardiner has described Kerry Katona as "pond life" - and insists he'll quit the programme if she's ever signed up as a contestant.

"We've had some rude and very annoying people on the show," he says - presumably not referring to himself. "But Kerry would sink us to an all-time low. We should be aiming for someone like Victoria Beckham, not Kerry at the other end of the scale." Yeah, in your dreams, Jase...

Now, as much as Kerry can be exceptionally annoying at times, I don't think it's particularly big or clever to refer to her as "pond life". What do you think?

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Lily and Kerry dress for the cold

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And now here's a quick celebrity masterclass in how to dress during the current cold spell.

A somewhat excitable Lily Allen led the way in a fancy Prada hat (with optional bogey) when she went sledging on London's Primrose Hill yesterday afternoon.

However, I should add that Lily's hat is made out of fox fur (baaaad Lily!) - so you may prefer to stick to Kerry Katona's idea of sporting novelty earmuffs instead...

 

And finally, here's Lady GaGa looking an utter berk by stepping out in just a pair of sparkly tights, a thin jacket and a pair of sunglasses - none of which are suitable attire for London in February...

 

Remember, folks: don't try to copy Lady GaGa's look at work or school today (or any day, for that matter)...

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Kerry gets a new 'do

Posted by Jane Murphy

Heavens to Betsy! Just when I thought this week couldn't throw up any more celebrity-based surprises, Kerry Katona's only gone and got her hair done, hasn't she?

Our Kezza reportedly spent four hours in Liverpool's Zoo salon - and later emerged sporting oh-so-glamorous highlights.

So what do you think of Kerry's new style? Tell us here.

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David Gest and Kerry Katona - together at last!

Posted by Jane Murphy

Ever get the feeling you missed out on a fantastic night to remember?

Yesterday saw rubber-faced I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! star David Gest take his stage show to London's O2 arena - where he was joined by a veritable feast of top-notch celebrities.

Most notably, Kerry Katona made an on-stage appearance - during which she was treated to a mock baptism by her ever-so-slightly-bonkers host.

Yes, it's the perfect pairing we've all been dreaming of! Ah, if only our Kezza would dump Mark Croft and run off into the sunset with Mr Gest. They could even advertise cheap frozen party platters together...

Anyway, I digress... Just to prove what a starry, starry night this was, a number of familiar faces popped up in the audience - not least Vanessa Feltz and her partner Ben Ofoedu (aka "Him out of Phats and Small" - what do you mean, you don't remember them?)...

And David's old jungle buddie Matt Willis was also there, with his wife Emma...

So how long do you think it will be until Gesty and Kezza release a duet - or move in together for their own MTV reality show? Believe me, it will happen!

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Piers slams Kerry (and Carol... and Jonathan...)

Posted by Jane Murphy

As 2008 limps and shivers towards its close, Piers Morgan has turned in a thought-provoking piece of journalism for the Daily Mail, which must surely only be rivalled by my own Name That Bottom for its passion, intelligence and insightfulness.

Its title? Piers's Celebrity Champs and Chumps of 2008. The champs include the usual suspects: Simon Cowell, Cheryl Cole, Barack Obama... (Ah, Barack will be pleased.)

And the chumps? See if you can guess which under-fire celebrity Piers is referring to here: "A ludicrous, selfish, obnoxious creature who should now, surely, be confined to the dustbins of unsightly Z-list debris." Himself maybe? Nope, it's Kerry Katona.

Nasty Piers also lays into old adversary Carol Vorderman.

"She lost her Countdown gig to a foxy maths genius Essex girl half her age, and twice as good looking," sniggers the 43-year-old Sussex boy, who's no stranger to losing jobs himself.

Oh, and while most of us have pretty much moved on from Sachsgate now, Piers is apparently still fuming with his "old chum" Jonathan Ross.

His verdict on Jonathan? "A man who used to be a great laugh. But who, along the road to fame and obscene fortune, morphed into an unpleasant, hypocritical old sleazeball who thought it was amusing to ring up a 78-year-old man and tell him Russell Brand had defiled his granddaughter."

Defiled? I don't think that's quite the word Wossy used - but never mind...

So do you agree with Mr Morgan's appraisals of Kerry, Carol and Jonathan - or has he just made himself look a chump instead? Tell us what you think.

Pictures: PA

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Kerry slams Jordan's marriage

Posted by Jane Murphy

Now, stop me if you've heard this one before, but Kerry Katona and Jordan have been laying into one another via the hallowed pages of OK! magazine.

Talking about Jordan's marriage to Peter Andre, Kerry says: "I think it's more of a business arrangement than anything else. Me and Mark are stronger. We'll be together always."

Blimey - what will Jordan say to that? Well, we only have to flick through a few more pages to find out.

"I saw that Kerry and Mark have been slating me again - they just need to get over it," she snaps. "When her Iceland deal goes, I'll wave at them in their tent because that's the way they're heading. I'm sure Brian will get custody of those kids."

But if you're sick and tired of Jordan and Kerry's seemingly never-ending feud, you may be interested to hear there's another totally manufactured rivalry brewing between Jordan and erstwhile jungle babe Nicola McLean.

The juicy details? Well, Nicola has denied that she idolises Jordan, insisting her true role model is Pamela Anderson. What's more, she's admitted she used to fancy Peter Andre.

Over to Jordan... "Nicola says she used to fancy Pete, but it doesn't bother me at all," she says - possibly through gritted teeth. "Loads of girls fancied Pete and still do. But I'm the one that's got him." Well, she does have a point.

So whose side are you on in these various feuds? Or do you wish they'd all just shut up and move on? Tell us what you think.

Pictures: Rex Features, PA

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Come back Kerry!

Posted by Jane Murphy

I can't help thinking OK! magazine made a bit of a boo-boo when they decided to part ways with celebrity columnist Kerry Katona last week.

I used to enjoy reading her weekly digs at Jordan and indignant denials about whatever the tabloids had said about her that week.

Still, there are plenty of other celebrity columnists lining up to entertain us. Take Nikki Grahame in Hot Stars, for example.

The Big Brother 7 tantrum queen would like us all to know that: Ashley Cole should realise how lucky he is to be married to Cheryl Cole; she really loves Fawlty Towers and can't believe Jonathan Ross and Russell Brand "did that to poor Manuel"; and BeneFit's new lip gloss makes her lips look fab.

Back in OK!, we've still got Coleen Rooney to keep us all entertained. Hey, what's happening, Col? "I've been going to quite a few football matches lately," says the wife of Manchester United and England striker Wayne Rooney. "But it's been freezing, so I decided to give the last one a miss!"

So what did you do instead, you crazy kid? "I stayed at home in the warm and listened to the match on the radio while sorting out my wardrobe!" says Coleen. Zzzzz...

But - hang on! - surely Jordan can save the day with a revelation or six in her OK! agony column. "I've just bought a new horse at an auction in Holland," she says. That sounds promising - anything else? "Also this week, I launched my own electricals range. It's great - there's hair dryers and straightening and curling irons. Check them out."

Oh dear! Come back, Kerry - all is forgiven!

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Kerry's outrageous weekend

Posted by Jane Murphy

Imagine opening your front door on a Friday night to find Kerry Katona gurning back at you. Terrifying, eh?

Well, that's what happened to some of the good people of Wilmslow when the under-fire star dressed up as a witch to take the kids trick-or-treating for Hallowe'en.

Still, our Kezza was up bright and early on Saturday for a trip to Manchester's Arndale Centre to promote her new perfume. Its name? Outrageous. The reason? "My life is lived out in the tabloids. It's pretty outrageous, which kind of sums it up really."

She added helpfully: "It's not eau de kebab and chips."

And as usual, controversy wasn't too far away. Kerry's been criticised in the tabloids for making a joke about BOOZING, as The People so dramatically called it, during the perfume launch.

Apparently, when husband Mark Croft handed her a bottle of cola, she quipped: "There's no vodka in this."

Kerry still insists her shambling performance on This Morning two weeks ago was down to the prescription medicine she takes for depression. "I thought my illness got completely dismissed and because I'm slurring my words, I'm obviously an alcoholic," she snapped at reporters. "Let's move on now."

OK Kerry, we promise we'll never mention it again - as long as you don't either.

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Kerry under fire!

Posted by Jane Murphy

That Kerry Katona story isn't going to die down just yet, folks - with most of today's newly published celebrity magazines jumping on the band wagon.

Been wondering what Kerry's publicist Max Clifford has been up to since her infamous appearance on This Morning? He's been talking to Heat magazine, of course.

In a nutshell, it sounds like Max blames Kerry's husband Mark Croft for allowing her to go ahead with the interview. "Mark has a lot of influence and is involved with everything privately and, increasingly, professionally," says Max. "All I can say is that Mark was happy for Kerry to go on This Morning, which I think says a lot."

What about Kerry's drinking habits? "People around her are telling me she is drinking more and more, earlier and earlier," he reveals.

And drugs? "There's only one person who knows exactly what Kerry's doing and that's her," Max insists. "I can only tell you Kerry has sworn to me on all things sacred that she hasn't touched any drugs for years and wouldn't do so again."

All things sacred? I wonder if he means a copy of OK! magazine? Talking of which... Kerry's one-time friend Jordan gives her verdict in this week's issue - even though she admits she hasn't seen the TV interview.

"A lot of people have told me about it, saying she seemed drunk," says Jordan. "All I can say is, that sums her up."

Over in Reveal, Kerry's mother-in-law Marilyn Croft snipes: "If she hadn't been drinking before that interview I would be amazed because she was acting more drunk than when I've seen her have a drink."

And according to unnamed "friends" quoted in The Sun, Kerry's former husband Brian McFadden is preparing to fly back to the UK from Australia to fight for custody of their two daughters. Oh, and he's apparently lined up Louis Walsh to be a character witness.

Hmmm... I wonder if Kerry has anyone she can truly count on as a friend at the moment. Judging by today's rash of revelations, I very much doubt it. What do you think?

Pictures: Wenn, PA

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Kerry: 'Phillip Schofield is ignorant'

Posted by Jane Murphy

Oh dear! The fallout from Kerry Katona's now infamous This Morning appearance continues unabated.

The latest? According to The People, Kerry has slammed presenter Phillip Schofield for assuming she was drunk on-air. The under-fire reality star still maintains her slurring was due to the medication she takes for bipolar disorder.

"He was out of order," Kerry told the newspaper. "Saying I was drunk is ignorant and arrogant. Why didn't he ask me about my condition on air and help me explain my slurring was due to my illness and medication?

"I would take action against him - but I want to see what happens first." Hmmm.. I wonder what that's supposed to mean.

Meanwhile, Kerry's husband Mark Croft has also had a dig at poor Phillip. "Schofield would never have got this kind of publicity without Kez," he insists.

Ah yes, the seasoned presenter who's on TV five mornings a week is probably just desperate for publicity, isn't he?

Whatever the reasons behind Kerry's slurring - and, call me gullible, but I still think it could have been down to her bipolar medication - I really think she needs to stop talking to the tabloids, ditch the reality TV show and get herself sorted out. How about you?

Pictures: PA

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Kerry's meltdown: the fallout

Posted by Jane Murphy

By now, you've probably seen Kerry Katona's shambling appearance on yesterday's This Morning. And whatever the truth behind her slurred speech and apparent discomfort, you've got to admit: something's not quite right here.

According to the Daily Mirror, Kerry had been downing Sambuca shots backstage at ITV2's Celebrity Juice on Tuesday night - so that can't have helped.

However, the former Atomic Kitten still insists she wasn't drunk. "I haven't got a booze problem," she told reporters outside her Cheshire home. "I feel completely stitched up. I am extremely annoyed at how they made me look."

Still, Kerry's publicist Max Clifford says he's increasingly concerned for her health. "She's a fragile little soul," he said in a radio interview. "I need to sit down and talk to her. Kerry is more than just a client. I've grown very close to her over the last five years through all the dramas and heartache she's had."

So who - or what - is to blame for Kerry's latest drama? Tell us what you think.

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Kerry says no to Big Brother

Posted by Jane Murphy

Quote of the day from bankrupt star Kerry Katona, whose recent reality TV outings have seen her being filmed giving birth and undergoing a boob job and liposuction: "You wouldn't catch me in the Celebrity Big Brother house."

Does anyone else think these words may come back to haunt her?

Picture: Wenn

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Kerry to write book about Jordan?

Posted by Jane Murphy

Seeing as Jordan and Kerry Katona are two of the UK’s most prolific writers - with various best-selling autobiographies and steamy novels under their belts -  it was only a matter of time before they started writing about one another.

Apparently, Kezza is toying with the idea of penning a tell-all book about her one-time “best friend” - and it could make very uncomfortable reading.

“Kerry is furious about some of the things Jordan has said about her recently,” a source tells Closer magazine. “She thinks she’s insecure and hypocritical and wants the world to know who the real Jordan is.”

Hmmm… somehow I can’t see this project coming to fruition. In fact, there’s bound to be a bemused denial from Kerry in next week’s OK! magazine.

But all the same… I’d read it - wouldn’t you?

Pictures: PA

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That's outrageous, Kerry!

Posted by Jane Murphy

Ever wished you could smell like Kerry Katona? Well, now you can.

The tabloid-tastic mum-of-four was in London last night for the launch of her new perfume, Outrageous. Apparently, it's a fruity, floral musk - and its name is a reflection of Kerry's personality, plus a nod towards the "outrageous lies" that have been told about her in the press. Hmmm...

Our Kezza was joined at the launch by the two most important men in her life - her ever-fragrant husband Mark Croft...

...and her long-suffering PR man Max Clifford...

So will you be rushing out to buy a bottle of Eau de Kerry this weekend?

Pictures: Wenn

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Where's Kerry, Mark?

Posted by Jane Murphy

Isn't it nice to see one of the hardest working men in showbiz getting a well-earned night off? (Sarcastic? Me?)

We're reliably informed by our paparazzi friends that Kerry Katona was at home, looking after her ever-growing brood, when this snap of husband Mark Croft was taken outside London's Movida nightclub at the weekend.

Two questions, then... Who's Mark's apparently amorous companion? And why doesn't he want to be photographed? Hmmm...

Pictures: Wenn

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Kerry pities Kylie

Posted by Jane Murphy

You'd think Kerry Katona would have enough problems of her own to worry about at the moment, wouldn't you? But she's still found time to express her sympathy for Kylie Minogue.

The reason? "It made me so sad when I read that Kylie's accepted she may never find a husband or start a family," Kerry writes in her OK! column. "Personally I think her problem was she always put her career ahead of her personal life. Don't get me wrong - she's done really well, but it's such a shame she didn't concentrate on family earlier because she'd make an amazing mum. I just hope she doesn't grow old and lonely."

So is Kerry right? Has Kylie got her priorities all wrong? Do you reckon the pop princess secretly wishes she was more like Ms Katona? Tell us what you think.

Picture: Wenn

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What next for Kerry?

Posted by Jane Murphy

So just in case you missed all the excitement over the weekend... Kerry Katona gave birth to a healthy 5lb 4oz baby boy on Friday, having gone into labour one month early.

And - joy of joys! - despite last week's reports she'd quit her MTV reality show, the former Atomic Kitten did allow the film crew into the maternity ward, so lucky viewers will be able to watch the birth later this month. Gosh - that's something to look forward to, isn't it?

Kerry and husband Mark Croft took baby Max home yesterday afternoon - and were greeted at the door by six-year-old Molly and five-year-old Lily-Sue, Kerry's daughters from her previous marriage to ex-Westlife star Brian McFadden.

"The girls are overjoyed to have a little brother and haven't stopped playing with him since he got home," a "close friend" told the tabloids. "But not surprisingly, Brian hasn't been in touch to wish Kerry well."

Still, who needs Brian when you've got a husband like Mark, eh? According to some reports, Kezza's doting husband was non-plussed when she first told him her waters had broken, and continued playing his Xbox game. "Truth is she's so used to it," Mark told the News of the World. "She's had loads of them, hasn't she?"

So now their MTV series is nearing its end and they've got their hands full with four children, is this the last we'll hear from Kerry and Mark? Tell us what you think the couple should do next.

Picture: Wenn

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Kerry to go topless?

Posted by Stewart Turner

Boys, who would you most like to see in the buff? Angelina Jolie? Cheryl Cole? Vanessa Feltz? Whatever… But we’d imagine self-styled queen of frozen sausage rolls Kerry Katona probably isn’t all that high on your list.

Well, regardless, today’s rumour mill has been busy grinding out the sordid news that Ms Katona could be eyeing up a return to her glamour modelling roots.

Kerry famously peeled off for Page 3 back when she was an innocent, 17-year-old slip of a girl, and reportedly looks back with fondness at those distant days holed in a damp photographic studio, being snapped with her boobs out by a greasy middle-aged man.

A well-informed source revealed all: "Kerry looks at her time as a glamour girl as the happiest she's ever been. All the boys fancied her and she felt a million dollars. She wants to transform herself and is determined to get in shape.

“She's going to have a bit of surgery on her boobs and has considered lipo too, but wants to try to shift the weight herself if she can."

So there you go. Consider this advance notice to start poking yourselves in the eyes with a rusty penknife.

Sources: Heat, Digital Spy

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Posted by Will Parkhouse

Cast your mind back to December – ah, such innocent times! – and you may vaguely remember John Dowd, a 49-year-old bus driver, popping up and claiming to be Kerry Katona’s long-lost father.

Apparently Mr D had hooked up with Kerry’s mum Susan back in 1979, a year before the star was born. “It's like everyone who she has been close to has let her down and exploited her,” he said. “Every time I look at poor Kerry my heart breaks.” Is there a sort of sick feeling in your stomach? We get that too!

Anyway, at the time, Kerry responded by agreeing to a DNA test. But now, it seems, things have changed slightly, with John getting a letter from Tina Flintoff, the exec producer of MTV’s Kerry Katona: Crazy In Love. It reads:

“Kerry would like to do a DNA test with you. However because we are filming the whole time we would like to capture this on camera.”

JD is stunned. “It’s like blackmail, it’s unbelievable,” he says. “They’re basically saying, ‘If you don’t do it on TV, then she won’t do it.’”

That’ll teach him to feel sorry for poor, exploited Kerry.

Sources: The Sun, Daily Mail
Picture: Rex

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Kerry says no to TV birth

Posted by Jane Murphy

Who says Kerry Katona has no shame? Despite her much-publicised money woes, the former Atomic Kitten has reportedly turned down a not-too-shabby £16,000 offer to give birth to her fourth child on TV.

Pregnant Kerry and husband Mark Croft are currently being followed around by a camera crew for an Osbournes-style reality show. But while we can look forward to plenty of exciting footage of the couple cleaning their fleet of cars, poking out their tongues at the paparazzi and loading up their trolley with frozen delicacies in Iceland, they've decided one area is very definitely off limits.

"There was no way Kerry was going to allow the cameras near the maternity ward," says a friend. "She says the birth is something private for her and Mark to enjoy and no amount of money was going to change that. She couldn't believe they were suggesting it." Quite right, too!

Picture: Big Pictures

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