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JOEY Essex flirted with a stunning US TV host in a toe-curling interview shared to his social media, as he claimed he was “perfect husband material.”

Towie legend Joey announced his split from Love Island co-star Jessy Potts in September, and he now appears to living a new life in Los Angeles, while also signing up to celeb dating app Raya.

And in his latest TV appearance, Joey, 34, popped up on LA TV station KTLA to chat about his future plans as well as his time on Love Island.

The host of the show, Jasmine Simpkins, introduced Joey and said he’s “known for his charm.”

The four female hosts raved about Joey’s accent and asked him to keep talking.

Joey replied: “My name is Joey Essex, what are you saying?” he then complimented them all, telling them how beautiful they looked.

He could be seen wearing a black cardigan and white t-shirt but the panellists said he should probably just take off his cardigan, which led to Joey sitting with it half on, half off for the remainder of the interview.

Jasmine stroked Joey’s cardigan as he cheekily responded: “You like that one, yeah?”

Joey discussed how UK life is “hectic” due to the amount of people wanting to stop and take selfies with him.

He went on to say that he’s looking for a home in LA, but added that looking after in the UK is a lot to manage.

Adding that he was “perfect husband material,” Joey went on: “I clean my own house, my own clothes, my own dishes.”

The hosts joked: “Oh we’re so sorry.”

Joey also said that he’s still on the lookout for love, despite his recent split from blonde beauty Jessy.

He said going onto Love Island in the summer and shocking the nation was “quite exciting.”

Joey’s TV appearance over in the US comes after it was confirmed that the star, who previously signed up to dating service Huggle in 2022, can now be found on Raya, where his profile lists him as living in Dubai.

Jessy and Joey released a heartbreaking statement in September after things came to an end.

And just a few days ago Jessy, 25, was quizzed on potential regrets after meeting her ex on Love Island – in awkward scenes which saw her “steal” him away from his ex Grace Jackson.

The model launched a question and answer box on her Instagram page as she told fans she had time to answer questions during her trip to see her family.

One promptly asked: “Was going on Love Island worth it in your opinion?”

She was quick to respond: “Absolutely!

“It was the best thing I’ve ever done, without a doubt.

I had so much fun doing it, have been given incredible opportunities since leaving the villa and despite it not working on the outside, I did meet someone I liked and had the best summer ever with an amazing group of people.”

Joey and Jessy battled split rumours since leaving the villa, with their busy schedules meaning they were unable to spend time together.

Joey released a statement on their split and was first to tell us: “Unfortunately, we have decided to call an end to the relationship but I hope we can continue to be friends.

“I truly wish Jessy the very best with whatever she does in the future.”

Jessy then added: “I appreciate the Love Island experience I had with Joey, we tried to make it work but it wasn’t to be.

“I’m so grateful to everyone who supported us and look forward to all of the exciting opportunities ahead.”

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Joey and Jessy announced their split in September[/caption]

A TEENAGER died of cancer after doctors mistook her symptoms for “university stress”, her mum says.

Isabel McEgan, 19, died in May 2020 after suffering symptoms including night sweats, heart palpitations, vomiting and extreme fatigue.

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Isabel McEgan died in May 2020 after suffering symptoms including night sweats, heart palpitations, vomiting and extreme fatigue[/caption]

Her mum Amanda says she took Isabel, from Merseyside, to see a doctor several times in 2018 and 2019.

Amanda says she and her daughter were generally told the symptoms were due to university stress, the BBC reports.

A tumour was found in Isabel’s jaw while she was working as a camp counsellor in the United States in mid-2019.

Her mum said that Isabel came home and underwent a full body scan which found “cancer everywhere” which was “almost certainly invurable at that point”.

Amanda says she thinks Isabel’s symptoms should have warranted more concern from GPs who might not have understood that they indicated cancer.

The condition can present differently in younger populations.

Amanda was wants a poster – developed by the Children’s Cancer and Leukaemia Group (CCLG) – to be distributed to GP surgeries.

The graphic sets out how cancer can present in young people.

Amanda said: “I think if you’ve got teenagers who are presenting at GPs more than two, three times, that should immediately be a trigger that there must be something going on.

“Because the symptoms can be so random and also not appear too serious until you put them all together.”

An NHS spokesperson told The Sun: “All GPs should follow NICE guidance which includes details of the traffic light system to help identify childhood cancer, and the NHS is funding an early diagnosis platform which provides training and information to GPs and other healthcare professionals on the signs to look out for and when to refer.

“We also work closely with many cancer charities, including CCLG, to enhance our referral support tools, develop symptom awareness resources and improve the processes for diagnosis and treatment.”

The Department of Health and Social Care has been contacted for comment.

Bergerac fans have no doubt been nervous at how much might change ahead of the 80s show’s revival on UKTV with Damien Molony taking over from John Nettles.

But one character that hasn’t changed at all is the telly detective’s 1949 Triumph Roadster, which has been brought back in all its glory for the revamped series.

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John Nettles might be missing from the Bergerac reboot as Damien Molony takes over – but the detective’s classic Triumph Roadster won’t be[/caption]

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The car, which is the same as the one used in the original series – even down to the registration plate – will feature in the upcoming series for U&Drama, which is due to air early next year.

Damien said of getting behind the wheel: “When people talk about Bergerac, two things immediately spring to mind: Jersey, and the car.

“We’ve recently wrapped on filming, and I’ve had the best time stepping into the role of Jim Bergerac – I’ve even had the privilege of getting behind the wheel of the iconic Triumph Roadster.

“We couldn’t have re-imagined this series without paying homage to the original, and the car beautifully bridges the two. I can’t wait to share it with the fans.”

Damien joins the likes of Pippa Haywood, Robert Gilbert, and Sasha Behar in the series.

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Award-winning BBC Three series Our War will return for a one-hour special.

Marking ten years since the last documentary, which looked at the Afghanistan war, it will revisit some of the soldiers, to reflect on their lives back then, who they are now, and how the Army has shaped them.

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Seann’s barking mad day

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Seann Walsh’s neighbours were left concerned about his well-being after hearing him ‘barking like a dog’[/caption]

Seann Walsh was left red-faced after his neighbours called to check in – because they were concerned about him barking like his dog.

The comedian had been testing out an anti-barking collar for his cockapoo, Mildred, on himself to make sure it wouldn’t shock her.

He told the Oh My Dog! podcast: “I tested it on myself. I put this thing on and to try to get it to work, it meant that I had to bark, so I was in my kitchen, barking.

“It wouldn’t work . . . so then I was just a 38-year-old man with a collar on, barking.

“Then I got a message in the WhatsApp group from the neighbours asking, ‘Is everything all right?’ and I had to tell them that it was me, and they didn’t respond. They left that one cold.”

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Filming for the third series of BBC sitcom Here We Go has started this week. Creator Tom Basden was seen back on set with Jim Howick, Alison Steadman, and Tori Allen-Martin ahead of its return next year.

He said: “I’m thrilled to be reunited with our cast of comedy legends.”

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