Codie Bullen, Senior Showbusiness Reporter

Codie Bullen joined Daily Mail as a Showbusiness Reporter in March 2022 after a stint at BBC Radio Scotland. She is interested in celebrity and red-carpet events, music and festivals, fashion and beauty. She also has an invested interest in reality TV and shows such as Love Island, Dancing On Ice and Married At First Sight.

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Brookside's most UNHINGED storylines as soap returns with blood-soaked Hollyoaks crossover - including incest romp that sparked mass complaints, a murderous schoolboy and even a plague

02/11/25 04:43

Following the release of the one-off Brookside and Hollyoaks crossover episode, soap fans have been reflecting on some of Brookside's most controversial storylines. The show, which aired from 1982 to 2003, dropped many a jaw during its time on Channel 4 by featuring the likes of incest, a murdering schoolboy and even a plague....read

Elliott Wright reveals why he's really selling his €7.5m Spanish restaurant loved by celebs following arson attack and tragic death
02/11/25 11:24
Despite undergoing an entire rebrand earlier this year and recovering the building from a devastating arson attack four years ago, Elliott is taking Olivia's to auction, with bids starting at €7.5million.
Is Sydney Sweeney back in with Hollywood's finest? Actress cosies up to Sharon Stone and Jamie Lee Curtis at Variety event after being given the cold-shoulder over her MAGA views
30/10/25 02:24
She appeared to have fallen out of favour with her fellow stars due to the recent controversies she has faced.
Sam Thompson confirms romance with model Talitha Balinska and reveals why he hasn't asked her to be his girlfriend yet
30/10/25 10:07
The podcaster, 33, and Talitha, 25, are said to be 'inseparable' after being set up on a date by Sam's friend and former Made In Chelsea co-star Reza Amiri-Garroussi.
Dani Dyer reveals she suffered a devastating miscarriage before falling pregnant with her son Santi
29/10/25 11:15
The Love Island star, 29, who found fame on the show in 2018 alongside then-boyfriend Jack Fincham, opened up about the miscarriage to Jamie Laing on his Great Company podcast.
Charli XCX shows off her edgy style in a grey playsuit and leather boots as she attends the I Love LA premiere amid Taylor Swift feud
29/10/25 10:09
The singer, 33, looked incredible in a grey halter-neck playsuit with a silver belt, teamed with leather thigh-high boots.
Celebrity Traitors star Jonathan Ross spills the truth on what happens when the cameras stop rolling - after cast 'got a firm warning from BBC bosses for major breach of their contracts'
29/10/25 08:44
The TV presenter, 64, recently confessed that the BBC show's executives have issued the stars with a long list of topics that they are not allowed to discuss.
Selena Gomez looks unfazed by Hailey Bieber 'feud' as she treats herself to dinner at celebrity hotspot
24/10/25 05:59
Selena Gomez appeared completely unfazed about her reignited 'feud' with Justin Bieber's wife Hailey as she enjoyed a night out at a major celebrity hotspot.
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Celebrity Traitors' Stephen Fry makes surprise admission about being 'unbelievably stupid' after becoming show's latest victim
24/10/25 12:45
The Cambridge-educated star, 68, who boasts an IQ of 170 and is a member of Mensa, could not convince the players that he was a Faithful and lost his spot during the round table.
Rosie Huntington-Whitley puts on a leggy display in a sheer lace skirt and tights as she enjoys swanky meal in London
23/10/25 11:44
The former Victoria's Secret angel, 38, looked incredible in a racy mesh see-through top with a black bra underneath.
Celebrity Traitors star Celia Imrie admits she's two-faced in another hilarious moment as fans praise her brutal honesty and back her to win
23/10/25 11:20
The actress, 73, has grabbed BBC viewers attention with her iconic one liners, and was at it once again during the latest mission.
Celebrity Traitors fans left speechless as 'one of the big dogs' is next to be banished as star shares 'frustration' after most explosive episode yet
23/10/25 08:58
The banishment ceremony got heated with Jonathan Ross , Joe Marler, Nick Mohammad, David Olusoga and Stephen Fry all finding themselves in the spotlight.
Orlando Bloom 'enjoys cosy dates with mystery brunette' four months after split from Katy Perry as she moves on with Justin Trudeau
23/10/25 08:07
The actor, 48, has been going to posh cocktail bar The Rex Rooms, on King's Road in Chelsea, and has been spotted getting cosy with a mystery brunette at the swanky venue.
Laura Adlington gives birth! Great British Bake Off star welcomes her miracle IVF baby with husband Matt
23/10/25 05:42
The GBBO star, 36, and her husband Matt announced on Thursday that they have welcomed their miracle IVF baby after nine years of infertility and being told to lose 14st.
Alana Hadid's wedding planner shares behind-the-scenes footage showing the bride practicing walking down the aisle alongside sisters Gigi and Bella
23/10/25 05:19
Alana, 41, who is the older half-sister of supermodel siblings Gigi Hadid, 30, and Bella Hadid, 29, married Emmy-winning producer and mental health worker Ross Williams.
Iconic Bond Girls pose for glamorous snaps as the film's female stars reunite at The London Cabaret Club for 007 inspired show
23/10/25 12:48
The iconic group appeared in high spirits as they posed for pictures to celebrate the new Bond-inspired show London Never Dies.
Brigitte Bardot, 91, releases statement denying she has died and says 'I have no intention of bowing out' following hospital stay
22/10/25 11:08
The actress, 91, was furious when Aqababe - a hugely popular influencer who specialises in celebrity news in his home country - said Brigitte had passed away in the South of France.
Celebrity Traitors star Charlotte Church reveals the show has 'restored her faith in celebrities after judging them' as she is murdered by Jonathan Ross, Alan Carr and Cat Burns
22/10/25 09:08
The singer, 39, appeared on the show alongside huge stars including Stephen Fry, Alan Carr, Paloma Faith and Celia Imrie.
Fans call for Brookside to return to screens after nostalgic crossover with Hollyoaks for its 30th anniversary celebrations
22/10/25 08:02
On Wednesday, Hollyoaks aired a special crossover episode with iconic Brookside characters to celebrate its 30th anniversary.
Janelle Monáe, 39, claims she 'time-travelled to watch David Bowie gig from backstage in the 70s'
22/10/25 06:47
The singer, 39, said their career was inspired by Brit icon Bowie after going back to the 1970s to watch him live.
Joel Corry reveals he has cut down his friendship circle and 'isolated' himself at times to become a successful DJ as he poses shirtless on the cover of Men's Fitness Magazine
22/10/25 05:06
The Lionheart hitmaker, 36, showed off his muscular physique as he posed shirtless on the cover of Men's Fitness Magazine.
Harry Styles' ex-girlfriend Camille Rowe shows off her growing baby bump as she is seen for the first time since announcing pregnancy
22/10/25 12:44
The Victoria's Secret model, 35, looked radiant as she posed for snaps at the Miu Miu Presents 30 Blizzards by Helen Marten exhibition in Paris.
Maya Jama reveals she's on an IV drip after being struck down by illness as she battles through work - while boyfriend Ruben Dias comes under fire for sharing bullfighting video
21/10/25 11:53
Taking to her Instagram stories on Tuesday, the Love Island host, 31, was working while hooked up to a drip.
Ted Lasso stars Jason Sudeikis and Brendan Hunt take a break from filming to watch Arsenal take on Atletico Madrid
21/10/25 10:46
The actor, 49, was in high spirits as he cheered from the stands alongside his co-star Brendan, 53, just weeks after they were spotted filming the hit Apple TV+ series in Richmond.
Fleetwood Mac in talks for huge reunion for 50th anniversary of classic album - as Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham are 'on a healing journey' after decades-long feud
21/10/25 08:56
The group have not performed together since 2019, and they were left devastated when bandmate Christine McVie died in 2022.
Geordie Shore's Holly Hagan shares unseen photos of late sister Darci, 19, after announcing heartbreaking loss
21/10/25 07:20
The former Geordie Shore star, 33, penned a statement on Tuesday saying that her family are 'traumatised in every sense of the word' by the heartbreaking loss.
Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner look like sisters at premiere
21/10/25 06:59
The SKIMS mogul, 45, showcased her incredible figure in an eye-catching plunging pale blue satin gown.
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Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner, 69, look like sisters as they pose in glamorous gowns to celebrate her new TV role at the All's Fair premiere in Paris on her 45th birthday
21/10/25 06:44
The SKIMS mogul, 45, showcased her incredible figure in an eye-catching plunging pale blue satin gown.
Tess Daly and Vernon Kay's daughter Phoebe, 21, is studying film at uni while jet-setting around the world - as she reveals why you'll never catch her presenting like her famous parents
20/10/25 12:11
Phoebe, who celebrated her 21st birthday on Thursday, is a film production student who splits her time between London and Dubai.
Justin Bieber enjoys theme park trip with his guy pals as 'feud' reignites between wife Hailey and ex Selena Gomez
19/10/25 01:17
The pop star, 31, headed to the Universal Studios Hollywood theme park on Saturday, which he documented via Instagram, with some of his closest pals.
Lauryn Goodman displays her figure in a blue bikini during Marbella holiday with her two children Kairo, 5, and Kinara, 2, after date with tennis star Jack Draper
18/10/25 04:14
The influencer, 34, was all smiles as she spent time with her two children Kairo, five, and Kinara, two, who she shares with footballer Kyle Walker .
Carol Vorderman, 64, reveals she's been 'very poorly' as she issues a major health update after being forced to quit her radio show following hospital scare
18/10/25 02:07
The presenter, 64, was forced to quit her LBC radio show last year after she had experienced 'burnout' and found herself in hospital.
Victoria Beckham is 'extremely protective' over Harper, 14, and her biggest fear is revealed as daughter prepares to follow in her mother's footsteps
18/10/25 01:05
The fashion designer, 51, is said to have hinted that her 14-year-old daughter could become the next Kylie Jenner, 28.
Moment Brooklyn Beckham is asked about his mother Victoria's Netflix documentary... after skipping the premiere amid family feud
18/10/25 10:22
The fashion designer, 51, was surrounded by her nearest and dearest at the screening before partying the night away in celebration - but there was one notable absence.
Katie Price reveals she's feeling 'overwhelmed' by the outpouring of support since naming the British TV star she claims raped her
18/10/25 09:54
Earlier this week it was revealed how the ex-glamour model, 47, named the star she accused of attacking her during her An Evening with Katie Price And Kerry Katona show.
It's... Gemma Collins! Winking Coleen Rooney pokes fun at the Wagatha Christie saga in hilarious Paddy Power advert as shirtless Danny Dyer tasks her with solving another mystery
17/10/25 02:22
The WAG, 39, became famous for her Wagatha Christie investigator skills when she turned detective to figure out who had been leaking stories about her to the press.
Lily Allen reveals she became suicidal after husband David Harbour's three-year affair as she tells Vogue she 'came close to relapsing on drink and drugs and developed a really bad problem with food'
17/10/25 01:00
The singer, 39, called time on her relationship with the Stranger Things star, 50, in December after discovering he was using the celebrity dating app Raya .
Professor Green admits he 'very nearly' called off his wedding to Millie Mackintosh - as he reveals he's now back in touch with his 'beautiful' ex-wife and reflects on their 'trauma bond' over undiagnosed ADHD
15/10/25 12:05
The musician, 41, has rarely spoken about his two-year marriage to The Made In Chelsea star, 35, which ended in divorce in 2016.
Sam Thompson's new girlfriend Talitha Balinska attempts to avoid awkward run-in with his ex Samie Elishi at beauty event
14/10/25 11:03
The pair were both in attendance to support Australian skinscare brand The Breakout Hack at their UK Boots launch.
Charli XCX appears to make a dig at Taylor Swift amid feud rumours after THAT The Life of a Showgirl 'diss track' - as Brat singer poses for racy Vanity Fair cover shoot
14/10/25 03:56
The former tour mates appear to be at the centre of showbiz's most prominent and growing feud, thanks to pointed lyrics featuring in Taylor's new album, The Life Of A Showgirl.
Trudeau enjoys time with ex wife as Katy Perry addresses romance
14/10/25 02:13
The singer, 40, was seen kissing and cuddling Justin, 53, on her 24-meter yacht, the Caravelle, off the coast of Santa Barbara, California, over the weekend.
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Katy Perry fan who proposed to her live on stage reveals how he always told his daughters he'd make the singer his wife one day
14/10/25 02:06
50-year-old Darren Trenchard, who is an Engineer from Hampshire, got down on one knee and popped the question live on stage during her London concert at The O2 Arena on Monday.
Justin Trudeau enjoys time with his estranged wife Sophie as Katy Perry confirms romance with the former Canadian prime minister live on stage
14/10/25 10:09
The singer, 40, was seen kissing and cuddling Justin, 53, on her 24-meter yacht, the Caravelle, off the coast of Santa Barbara, California, over the weekend.
MAFS star Ella Morgan breaks down in tears and admits she is 'not in a good place' as she opens up about transphobic trolling
14/10/25 08:40
The reality star, 31, who first shot to fame two years ago on the popular Channel 4 series, is an award-winning trans advocate and often shares her personal experiences with her followers.
Katy Perry breaks silence on Justin Trudeau romance as she receives a proposal from a fan while on stage in London
14/10/25 07:21
The singer, 40, was seen kissing and cuddling Justin, 53, on her 24-meter yacht, the Caravelle, off the coast of Santa Barbara, California, over the weekend.
Keith Urban, 57, shockingly points to Maggie Baugh, 25, while singing 'I was born to love you'... months before Nicole Kidman split
02/10/25 03:01
This comes days after Kidman, 58, filed for divorce to end their 19-year marriage, and insiders in Nicole's camp believe Keith has already moved on with a 'younger woman in music industry.'
Keith Urban changes lyrics to Nicole Kidman song following separation
01/10/25 02:31
The pair have dominated headlines since news of their break-up emerged this week, along with a wave of speculation about what went wrong between them.
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Perrie Edwards reveals Cheryl became her 'agony aunt' when she split from One Direction star and ex-fiancé Zayn Malik
01/10/25 02:25
The Little Mix star, 32, who is now engaged to footballer Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, previously got engaged to the One Direction star in 2013, but they split two years later.
Keith Urban, 57, changes lyrics of song about Nicole Kidman to include female guitarist, 25, amid rumours about their divorce
01/10/25 10:42
The pair have dominated headlines since news of their break-up emerged this week, along with a wave of speculation about what went wrong between them.
Nicole Kidman's heartbreaking words about her love for 'crush' Keith Urban resurface as the Hollywood superstars file for divorce after 19 years of marriage: 'I want to be an old woman and still married to him'
01/10/25 08:44
The pair have dominated headlines since news of their break-up emerged this week, along with a wave of speculation about what went wrong between them.
Stacey Solomon breaks down in tears as she rushes dog Teddy to the vet in heartbreaking scenes on her family reality show
01/10/25 07:11
Stacey's hit series follows her husband Joe Swash and their kids as they navigate life at Pickle Cottage.
Pamela Anderson debuts bold new look in Paris
30/09/25 03:12
The actress, 58, has long been associated with blonde hair, but she looked almost unrecognisable as she stepped out with a choppy red bob with shaggy bangs.
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Apprentice star Victoria Goulbourne shows off painful-looking results of having salmon sperm injected into her face
30/09/25 02:53
The influencer shared each step of undergoing the cosmetic procedure, which starts from around £250 at B City Clinics in Liverpool.
Pamela Anderson, 58, ditches her trademark blonde locks and debuts bold new look in Paris
30/09/25 01:35
The actress, 58, has long been associated with blonde hair, but she looked almost unrecognisable as she stepped out with a choppy red bob with shaggy bangs.
Hailey Bieber flashes her underwear in a sheer leopard print minidress as she enjoys a night out during Paris Fashion Week
30/09/25 11:14
The model, 28, showed off her incredible figure in a sheer leopard print mini dress, with black pants underneath.
Cardi B calls out rap rival Nicki Minaj as she takes aim at their age difference and reignites long-standing feud
30/09/25 10:57
Their feud goes back many years, and in 2018, the rivalry reached its peak when they got into a physical fight at an event. They later called a truce.
Nicole Kidman pictured with wedding ring on just days before being 'blindsided' by shock split from Keith Urban after 19 years of marriage
30/09/25 07:13
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's split after almost two decades of marriage has sent shockwaves through the showbiz world.
Lola Young's messy history of health woes: As singer sparks concern by collapsing on stage how she has pushed through shaky performances and mental health struggles to become a rising star of the music industry
30/09/25 12:22
The Messy Hitmaker, 24, revealed that she was diagnosed with Schizoaffective disorder at the age of 17.
Strictly winner Joanne Clifton is engaged to boyfriend AJ Jenks as she shows off sparkling ring while brother Kevin congratulates her
29/09/25 01:35
The professional dancer took to Instagram to share her happy news, showing off her stunning diamond ring.
Penny Lancaster, 54, reveals she gave breast milk to her grandchildren when Rod Stewart's daughter Kimberley, 46, wasn't producing enough
29/09/25 11:56
The TV personality, 54, revealed that she didn't directly breastfeed them, but helped out their mother by giving breast milk.
Peter Kay, 52, is forced to postpone two shows amid health woes after undergoing kidney stone procedure
29/09/25 11:37
The comedian's team issued a health update to Instagram on Monday, sharing that Peter had been advised by doctors to 'rest and recover'.
Lola Young cancels show in Washington DC one day after collapsing onstage at New York music festival
29/09/25 09:03
The singer, 24, collapsed and was 'carried off stage' by medical staff at the All Things Go Music Festival on Saturday, but she later reassured fans she was fine.
Leonardo DiCaprio's One Battle After Another scores a $22 million opening weekend at the box office after critics hailed it as 'the defining film of a generation
29/09/25 07:56
The action-thriller film added another $26.1 million internationally for a global tally of $48.5 million. Leonardo previously said he thinks box-office numbers will always be 'important'
Halsey, 30, gives update on undergoing chemotherapy for rare disorder amid ongoing health battle
29/09/25 06:57
The singer, 30, who has been open about her health struggles in the past, gave fans a new update on Thursday, on her battle with lupus and T-cell lymphoproliferative disorder.
The Hollywood film stunts that went VERY wrong: From Brendan Fraser passing out and almost hanging to Isla Fisher nearly drowning and Sylvester Stallone spending nine days in intensive care
27/09/25 10:32
Hollywood film sets can be a dangerous place, and the latest star to learn this the hard way is Tom Holland .
Waterloo Road star Tillie Amartey admits she would 'never say no to Strictly' as she parties at SHEIN event amid rumours she is replacing Dani Dyer on the BBC show
25/09/25 11:22
The Waterloo Road star, 22, who recently quit her role on the hit drama, had begun negotiations as a late addition to the lineup, after the Love Island star fractured her ankle in training.
Pop singer Lulu admits for the first time that she had sex with legendary rock star David Bowie
25/09/25 10:14
The singer, 76, and the legendary Starman hitmaker had a romance in the 1970s after meeting at a hotel in Sheffield.
Madonna's daughter Lourdes Leon flaunts her curves in a black cut-out gown with a daring thigh-high split at the Roberto Cavalli show during Milan Fashion Week
25/09/25 09:07
The singer, 28, who performs as Lolahol, opted for a racy cut-out figure-hugging dress with a daring thigh-high split.
Strictly star Thomas Skinner's firm still owes £50k Covid loan to taxpayer despite boasting about turning over millions of pounds in the pandemic
25/09/25 07:33
The Essex businessman, who found fame after appearing on Lord Sugar 's The Apprentice, has become the most controversial signing on Strictly this year.
Madonna's daughter Lourdes Leon shows off her figure in a plunging grey top and skirt as she attends the KNWLS show during Milan Fashion Week
25/09/25 12:51
The singer, 28, who performs as Lolahol, looked incredible in a plunging grey corset top, teamed with a lace-up skirt.
Kerry Katona joins her new toyboy boyfriend Paolo Margaglione and best pal Katie Price at a meet and greet in Bradford amid their tell-all tour
24/09/25 09:28
The former Atomic Kitten star, 45, opted for comfort in black jogger bottoms and a brown suede jacket as she stepped out of the car.
Zara McDermott cuts final ties with ex Sam Thompson as she wipes him from her social media after moving in with boyfriend Louis Tomlinson
24/09/25 07:08
The former Love Island star has deleted all photos of Sam from her socials, and this is apparently a recent move. As a couple, Zara and Sam used to post a lot of social media content together.
Brooklyn Beckham says he has a 'very supportive WIFE' in new barbed comments as he speaks out amid feud with parents David and Victoria
24/09/25 06:21
Brooklyn and Nicola are currently at the heart of an acrimonious divide that has seen David and Victoria's child notably absent from all significant family celebrations over recent months.
Harry Potter star Emma Watson admits she still 'treasures' J.K. Rowling as actress makes U-turn despite clashing over differing trans rights views
24/09/25 05:08
The Harry Potter star, 35, who played Hermione Granger in the movie franchise, has previously hit out at J.K. Rowling and relations between the author and actors have been frosty for years.
Dani Dyer's father Danny and co-stars including Vicky Pattison throw support behind 'heartbroken' star after she was forced to quit Strictly Come Dancing
24/09/25 12:48
The Daily Mail broke the news that Dani, 29, one of the show's favourites, had to bow out on Tuesday, after fracturing her ankle during a training rehearsal on Friday.
Johnny Depp looks dapper in all-black ensemble as he joins Anais, Lennon and Gene Gallagher (who enjoy partying like their rocker dads) at the Dior Sauvage London pop-up launch party
23/09/25 11:51
The actor, 62, dressed to impress in a blazer blazer, trousers and shoes, while accessorising with blue glasses and a fedora.
Ekin-Su Culculoglu recreates iconic Love Island crawl alongside Selling Sunset star Bre Tiesi during stint on Big Brother-style Netflix show
23/09/25 08:23
The duo are currently appearing on a Big Brother-style Netflix show called Inside alongside a mix of US celebrities.
Lewis Capaldi's expletive-filled reaction after couple get engaged at his London show as he exclaims 'That's f*****g amazing'
19/09/25 12:22
The hitmaker is currently touring the UK for the first time since he returned to the spotlight following his comeback show at Glastonbury in June.
Jack Whitehall and fiancée Roxy Horner put on a cosy display at SPRAYGROUND fashion show during London Fashion Week
18/09/25 09:38
Jack Whitehall and his fiancée Roxy Horner put on a cosy display as they attended SPRAYGROUND's debut fashion show during London Fashion Week on Thursday.
Hot new couple Harry Styles and Zoe Kravitz can't stop stepping out in carefully co-ordinating outfits as their relationship 'promo tour' continues
18/09/25 12:28
So far, their whirlwind romance has brought them to Rome, Tuscany, London, and New York City to meet Zoe's family.

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