The Mirror

This page contains all the features and exclusive interviews I conducted while at The Mirror, including celebrity interviews and real-life stories. 

If you wish to read everything I covered at The Mirror Online you can do so here.

Couple's romantic trip ruined by trashed hotel covered in 'mysterious stains'

Loved-up couples often use Valentine's Day as an excuse to treat themselves to a romantic date night, sometimes even a weekend away. Regan Ellis and her partner were no different, planning a night out locally with dinner and a short stay in a hotel but when they arrived their getaway turned into a nightmare. They claim their room was an "absolute dump", covered in odd stains and left over bags of suspicious white powder - there was even the imprint of a face left on the window. When Regan wen

Drag queens spill all on backstage disasters from RuPaul's Drag Race

RuPaul, queen of drag, tells her contestants that they "better work" if they want to have a chance of winning the top spot on RuPaul's Drag Race UK. Putting their charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent on the line, the queens compete for the crown. That doesn't mean they're above letting off a little steam though and having fun throughout the challenges, especially when they spend weeks upon weeks without contacting the outside world. Mirror reporter Danni Scott went digging beyond the non-dis

Drag Race queens break down amount they spent to go on show - despite no prize

Often described as the Superbowl of drag, Emmy winning show RuPaul's Drag Race has captivated fans since it's conception back in 2009. The UK version has amassed over 51 million streams on BBC iPlayer, becoming one of the most popular shows on the platform. This massive viewership has been pulled in by four seasons of high calibre drag acts who all bring with them a wardrobe full of looks, from Mr Blobby costumes to final 'eleganza extrazaganza' runways. It is no secret that this comes with a

Ex-campmate Roman Kemp says Matt Hancock won’t win I’m A Celeb

Being in the I'm A Celeb jungle is a unique experience for everyone, with celebrities facing their fears and rising to the challenges - or failing to get stars and shouting "get me out of here!" Roman Kemp remembers his time in the jungle fondly and has weighed in on this year's campmates and offered a unique way of getting though the bushtucker trials. The Capital FM DJ entered I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here back in 2019, charming the public and going all the way to finish third after

Family 'unable to afford Christmas' after mum dies on daughter's birthday

As houses across the land switch on their Christmas tree, hang decorations and squabble over Quality Street, life looks a little bit different for one family this year. The festive month feels distinctively different this year - after their “rock” mum-of-five Ellen Louise Francis died from brain cancer, six days after a terminal diagnosis, aged 35 - on her daughter Donna Marie’s birthday. The heart wrenching loss has left the family bracing for their first Christmas without her - but there are

Gen Z men more likely to have watched Andrew Tate than heard of Rishi Sunak

Controversial figure Andrew Tate remains in detention in Romania for alleged human trafficking and organised crime, losing his most recent appeal to authorities against his continued detention. Despite remaining under investigation, his hoards of followers continue to spread messages of misogyny online with imitators popping up claiming to be the 36-year-old. Tate's reach shouldn't be underestimated, as parents and teachers have raised concerns about young British boys parroting his rhetoric i

Hairdresser shares style to avoid if you hate hassle - as it always 'backfires'

"Hair is everything" says Phoebe Waller-Bridge in Fleabag, a strong declaration about the importance of a good cut and how integral our hair is to our identities and self perception. Many of us will stick to the same style for years while others constantly mix things up in a cycle of reinvention - one thing is for sure, a haircut can rejuvenate our self esteem. However, often haircuts also come out of sheer necessity, as long hair gets in the way or our fringe starts blocking our vision. Profe

'I donated 30 million products so nobody would suffer period poverty like I did'

Period poverty is an issue faced by one in eight people in Britain, as menstrual products cost money that families who are struggling to pay bills cannot always afford. Scotland has already introduced the Period Products Act which provides free tampons and pads to anyone who needs them but the rest of the UK is yet to follow suit. Often periods are surrounded by social stigmas and shaming, even though around half of the population will menstruate at some point in their life. These are compoun

'I donated my hair to make wigs for children and had mixed feelings about it'

Our hair is so deeply connected to who we are as a person that when we lose that hair through illness or other causes beyond our control it can feel like part of who we are is missing or changed. Sadly, diseases like cancer or alopecia are not deterred by age, leaving many children tackling the same complex health battles as adults with the added stress of losing their hair at a young age. The Little Princess Trust is one of a handful of charities based in the UK that makes wigs for children w

'I feel like I've failed as a dad as I can't afford Xmas presents for my sons'

The most wonderful time of the year for many households across the UK is full of gift giving and festive foods but a growing number of struggling families are wondering how they will cover the cost of Christmas this year. One dad of three has told The Mirror how he is concerned that he can't afford to buy presents this year for his teenage children as the cost of living crisis continues to bite. David* works part time due to ongoing health issues, including long Covid, and relies heavily on so

'I hadn't considered becoming a dad until cancer almost made me infertile at 19'

A cancer diagnosis can send your entire life into turmoil, as well as that of your loved ones. Although the prognosis for patients is getting better with more research, the treatment can leave your body permanently changed. Finding out you have cancer at an early age can change your entire life trajectory, impacting work, relationships, and family plans - a reality that Jaymz Goodman was faced with at just 19-years-old. His plans to join the Royal Air Force and start his life were turned upsid

'I'm Gen Z and I tried this odd 90s pizza topping - it was actually delicious'

Pizza toppings are a divisive topic with the great pineapple debate raging on for years as well as new questionable flavour combinations cropping up. Some dedicated pizza connoisseurs stick to the classics like pepperoni or margherita while others venture into short-lived hot dog stuffed crusts that are doomed to be discontinued. Not all discontinued flavours are gone forever it seems as one 90s classic, discarded for 19 years has been resurrected by it's manufacturer - the Heinz Beanz Pizza.

Incredible tale of Bridgerton's 'rags to riches' Pomeranians that steal the show

With all the flair of the Regency period in Netflix's Bridgerton it can be hard to steal the spotlight but some fluffy cast members have won over fans' hearts - and we're not talking about Colin's new beard. Queen Charlotte's dogs have been a firm fixture since season one with the tiny pomeranians never far from actress Golda Rosheuvel's side. These furry co-stars are popular with fans but many don't realise they are rescue dogs who became stars. The Mirror caught up with Julian Bennet from So

'I nearly died eating my favourite ice cream because my allergies are so severe'

Gut health and intolerances have come into sharper focus in recent years for people trying to get a handle on their health. While things are starting to improve for sufferers, allergies still pose a very real issue for almost half of Brits, with Allergy Awareness Week set to bring attention to the severity of allergies. Many of us get the sniffles when pollen increases, but others have a much stronger reaction resulting in anaphylaxis when in contact with an allergen. Julianne Ponan is one of

'I pierced Millie Bobby Brown, she sat through loads and didn't flinch once'

Piercings have always been trendy, with the Noughties favouring navel jewellery and punk nose rings in the Seventies and Eighties. Celebrities are the trend-setters, with fans asking for hairstyles, tattoos and piercings inspired by their idols. So where does your favourite celeb go to get their ear pierced? Often you'll find the answer is London's family run studio, Metal Morphosis. The piercing business has been open since 1991 with well known clients becoming a firm fixture of the expert st

'I tested M&S's 'Magic Coffee' that is set to be bigger than the flat white'

I'll admit it, I am a newbie to the coffee world and tend to stick to the sweeter end of the coffee spectrum, my go-to being an iced caramel latte or a mocha in the winter. A latte variation is top pick, although sometimes these large drinks are too much when you just need a little caffeine boost. Enter Marks & Spencer's newest addition to their range - The Magic Coffee. It is a cross between a flat white and a latte, this confused me as the two drinks are already very similar just with differi

'I tested Snapchat's creepy AI function that users are ditching the app over'

It's rare that an app completely changes the social media landscape, with TikTok a great example of this in recent history. Strange as it may seem now, Snapchat was one of these revolutionary apps when it arrived on phones over 10 years ago. While the platform has dwindled in social status over the years, with many viewing it as an app for teens, there's no denying it's ground-breaking legacy - without Snapchat we wouldn't have 24 hour stories on Instagram and Facebook. However, the latest adv

'I tried a food intolerance test for my gut health - the results were odd'

Improving gut health is one of the most surprising health trends set to be big this year, but it's music to the ears of people pained by bloating and other unpleasant side effects. This need to sort out our stomachs has sparked a surge in searches for intolerance test kits, promising to reveal everything irritating your gut with a simple blood test or hair sample. These tests can be expensive and have been called "pseudoscience" by some medical professionals but others swear by them, claiming

'I tried the brand new McDonald's Steakhouse Stack - it's not quite a Big Mac'

Whether you're a fan of nuggets, wraps or the humble cheeseburger, McDonald's is probably on your list of go-to fast food. While classics like the Big Mac or the McCrispy are much loved, fans are always keen for new items to keep the menu exciting. Along with the relaunch of the Chicken Big Mac, a brand new burger has arrived on the menu shake up to tantalise the taste buds of beef burger lovers - the Steakhouse Stack. McDonald's Steakhouse Stack is a limited edition burger with two beef patti

'I tried the vodka pasta sauce inspired by Gigi Hadid - it's my new go-to meal'

If, like me, your TikTok and Instagram are full of foodies making delicious meals then you've probably seen the viral pasta trend with an alcoholic twist, sparked by model Gigi Hadid's spicy vodka pasta. The dish is made of three main elements; pasta, tomato, and of course vodka, but for those who want to skip cooking almost entirely food brand Heinz has collaborated with vodka company Absolut to produce a ready made jar. As a fan of alcohol and carbs, the Heinz x Absolut Tomato Vodka Pasta Sa
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