FORMER Watchdog and Countryfile presenter Julia Bradbury has spent the last five years keeping her breast cancer at bay – now she has financial woes, too.
Her company, Matron Productions, has entered liquidation, owing £425,671 — much of it fines for not paying taxes.
Former Watchdog and Countryfile presenter Julia Bradbury is facing financial woes after her production company entered liquidation owing more than £425,000 Credit: ITV
Julia has fronted fewer TV show since her devastating cancer diagnosis in 2021 Credit: Whyte, Francesca
, who is also known for her walking shows on , has fronted fewer series since .
Her treatment included a mastectomy to remove a 6cm tumour from her left breast, and she has since overhauled the lifestyle she pursued when her career was at its busiest from the Noughties.
In a recent interview, she said: “I was out and about filming all the time, eating at petrol stations, airports. It would be a ham and cheese sandwich, with a bit of pickle if you were lucky, in the back of a car and a bag of Haribo.
“I was having sugar all day in crazy quantities but I’m naturally slim so I didn’t have the warning sign some people have of putting on weight.”
Julia has been back on telly since her diagnosis, fronting on ITV in 2022 and stripping off for on the same channel in 2023.
Insolvency practitioners Begbies Traynor were appointed last month to commence the winding up of Matron Productions.
We wish Julia the very best for the future — and can’t wait to see her back on our screens soon.
Alex’s labour of love
Former Love Island star Alex Bowen opened a Love Island-inspired courtyard at a Yorkshire children’s hospice while supporting a cause close to his heart
Featuring outdoor kitchen seating, festoon lighting and a firepit, the idea came from teens at the hospice who are fans of the series
Former Love Islander found himself transported back to the show’s Majorca villa while helping a cause close to his heart.
The reality star opened a new courtyard at Martin House Children’s Hospice in Boston Spa, Yorkshire, which was inspired by the show.
Featuring outdoor kitchen seating, festoon lighting and a firepit, the idea came from teens at the hospice who are fans of the series.
Alex and wife Olivia Buckland are the longest-lasting couple in the history of UK, having met on the show’s second series in 2016. They went on to get married and have children.
Bringing son Abel to the opening, Alex said: “It’s very Love Island-esque! It’s got beanbags, like the ones where I first met Liv.
“The firepit brought back memories – I kept expecting people to say they need to pull me aside for a chat!
“The get to experience so many things through Martin House – it’s such important work.”
Alex opens the courtyard
Screen tribute to Leah
Leah Croucher’s parents will reveal the anguish of their daughter’s disappearance and death in a new documentary Credit: PA
Leah Croucher’s parents will share the anguish of their daughter’s disappearance and death in a new documentary.
The 19-year-old’s remains were found near her home in 2022, three years after she went missing. Police believe she was killed by convicted , who was found dead two months after she vanished.
Now, her parents, John and Claire, are to open up about the tragedy for two-parter The Search for Leah Croucher: A Parent’s Nightmare.
Director Adam Luria said: “We’re hoping the documentary will support her parents and sister Jade as they seek legislation changes to ensure something like this can’t happen to another family.”
It will air later this year on U and U&W.
Here we go again for Tom
Bafta-winning sitcom Here We Go is coming back for a new series Credit: BBC
The chaotic Jessop family are returning for a fourth series of Bafta-winning sitcom .
Mum Rachel, played by Rivals actress Katherine Parkinson, embarks on her first political protest, while husband Paul (Jim Howick) continues to struggle on as an undervalued policeman.
Sue – star – is having trouble sleeping but manages to find time to make a lethal home brew.
Plus the family encounters a surprise snail allergy and an eventful fun run as they navigate everyday life.
Creator Tom Basden, who also plays Robin, says: “Working with such an incredible cast is a pleasure and a privilege so I’m thrilled to be bringing Here We Go back to One for a fourth time.
“We’ve only just started shooting but it’s already shaping up to be the best series yet.”
Death Valley star Timothy Spall has joined the cast of spy thriller The Lords’ Day. Damson Idris is the lead actor, playing agent Harry Jones. Sophie Willan from Alma’s Not Normal, Industry’s Harry Lawtey and Gemma Whelan from also join the cast.
Ricky’s killer moves
Ricky Gervais has revealed fears his iconic David Brent dance scene could have caused heart failure Credit: BBC
says David Brent’s iconic dance is “probably the most famous single thing” he’s ever done.
But it came at a cost with the comedian claiming there were fears his heart might pack up after shooting the scene.
Ricky, who picked the dance as his favourite moment from in his documentary on YouTube, explained: “I remember after I filmed it, I was sat in a corner in a chair with my tie down and they were fanning me…
“There was a small chance of heart failure.
“People were genuinely worried the way I was breathing afterwards.
“It would kill me now. I’m glad I recorded it, to show I did it once.”
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