Laura Parkin, Showbusiness Reporter

Laura Parkin joined Daily Mail as a Showbusiness Reporter in September 2021 after graduating with a degree in MA Journalism from Brighton University. Since then, she has covered a range of topics including music, fashion week, award shows, breaking news and exclusive interviews.

Coverage: Showbiz

MOST RECENT ARTICLES FROM LAURA PARKIN

Page

BBC Radio Cumbria presenter Richard Nankivell dies age 75 after a short illness

03/02/26 06:41

BBC Radio Cumbria presenter Richard Nankivell has died age 75 after a short illness, it was announced on Tuesday. The broadcaster joined the station in 1992 and remained until his retirement in 2015. In an update shared to Radio Cumbria's Facebook, they shared the sad news alongside a heartfelt tribute. ...read

Paris Jackson wears a leggy cut-out minidress
01/02/26 04:30
Walking the red carpet at The Lot at Formosa, the musician, 27, flashed her midriff in the daring number which featured semi-sheer long sleeves.
- comments
- shares
Helen Flanagan opens up on the 'confusion she felt over her sexuality' as she reveals how scene was cut from Celebs Go Dating over her fears
30/01/26 04:59
There have been plenty of bombshell revelations Helen's brand new autobiography, Head & Heart: Break-ups, Breakdowns And Being Rosie.
Joey Essex puts his £3million four bedroom mansion complete with a pool and a beach house up for sale as he prepares to move to Dubai
30/01/26 03:59
The TOWIE star, 35, previously rented out the house for a massive £13,000 a month, but has now decided to sell as he turns his back on reality TV.
Paris Jackson wears a leggy cut-out minidress as she joins Yungblud and his girlfriend Jesse Jo Stark at Spotify's 2026 Best New Artist Party
30/01/26 02:31
Walking the red carpet at The Lot at Formosa, the musician, 27, flashed her midriff in the daring number which featured semi-sheer long sleeves.
Awkward moment Amanda Holden brings up Beckham family feud to Mel C as singer says she 'won't be talking' about bandmate Victoria's drama
30/01/26 12:17
Mel, 52, said that she 'won't be talking' about her former bandmate Victoria's drama after the presenter, 54, said she was 'heartbroken' for her.
Margot Robbie fans go wild over red carpet 'slip-up' about her husband and joke she 'must be in an open relationship' following red carpet moment
30/01/26 11:04
While speaking on the red carpet, the actress, 35, said she would go and see the upcoming drama with her 'husband... or whoever' for a Valentine's Day date.
Married At First Sight UK star Terence reveals he's expecting his first child with new girlfriend as he announces due date - after dramatic show exit
30/01/26 09:05
The DJ, who dramatically quit the E4 dating show in 2023, revealed he had finally found a love that 'completes him' in September.
Pregnant Nikki Sanderson shows off her growing bump in a fitted dress as she attends baby event with partner Anthony Quinlan
29/01/26 04:52
The actress, 41, who is expecting her first child with her partner Anthony Quinlan, wore a figure hugging, grey midi dress.
Molly-Mae Hague drops huge hint wedding to Tommy Fury is back ON as she shares update after wearing her engagement ring again
29/01/26 04:05
The couple, both 26, reconciled last year following a brief split, with the influencer insisting things between the couple are still 'not perfect.'
Katie Price unveils huge new tattoo on her shoulder - days after getting inked with her new husband's name
29/01/26 02:50
After he popped the question to Katie, making him her ninth fiancé, she showed off her's and her partner's hands, which had fresh tattoo's of each other's names.
Katie Price shows off her white bridal lingerie in sizzling snaps after being warned to 'run for the hills' from 'lying swindler' husband Lee Andrews
29/01/26 12:15
The former glamour model, 47, married Lee, 43, at the weekend, but two of his exes have branded him a 'lying swindler who preys on women' in an online post.
Amy Childs says battling stress made her lose 'a little more weight than I wanted' as she embarks on a fitness mission ahead of her wedding
29/01/26 11:19
The Only Way Is Essex star, 35, sparked concern last year and has since vowed to gain some muscle ahead of her wedding.
Michelle Keegan racks up the air miles as she jets to LA just days after flying home from Abu Dhabi - as she prepares to hit Hollywood as Reese Witherspoon eyes her up for a role
29/01/26 09:49
The actress, 37, is preparing to hit Hollywood in the film adaptation of Reese Witherspoon and Harlan Coben's new novel, and it seems preparations could be underway.
Sydney Sweeney shows off her bombshell curves in burgundy lace lingerie and suspenders as she promotes her SYRN underwear line
29/01/26 08:52
The actress, 28, teamed the plunging bra and matching knickers with daring lace suspenders from her debut collection, Seductress.
Lily Allen is praised by close friends Miquita and Andi Oliver for 'rebuilding' herself after going through 'absolute hell' when divorce from David Harbour 'nearly broke her'
29/01/26 01:17
The singer, 40, and the actor, 50, tied the knot in Las Vegas in 2020 before splitting in 2024, with Lily detailing his alleged affair in her West End Girl album.
Sydney Sweeney stuns in a plunging lace bra with suspenders and a feathered robe in a racy new photoshoot for her lingerie brand
28/01/26 04:56
Her new lingerie label SYRN was unveiled earlier this week, when a promotional stunt saw her hang bras on the iconic Hollywood Sign.
Katie Price poses in her £180k Ferrari 'wedding present' as her new husband Lee Andrews' exes warn her to 'run for the hills' as they brand him a 'lying swindler who preys on women'
28/01/26 01:58
The former glamour model, 47, tied the knot for the fourth time to Lee Andrews, 43, at the weekend just days after getting engaged.
Louis Tomlinson says new song about late One Direction bandmate Liam Payne will be 'challenging to sing live' as he details how grief influenced his new album
28/01/26 12:04
As he detailed how grief influenced his latest album, the singer, 34, admitted there 'aren't enough words' to describe how it feels but hopes that certain songs will 'have the power to heal.'
- 14 comments
- shares
Kate Moss looks partied out as she heads to the Saint Laurent Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week bash after her dazzling front row appearance
28/01/26 10:31
The supermodel, 52, showed off her long legs in a silk lace camisole and a leather skirt with a central split.
Lauren Goodger looks unrecognisable in teen throwback snaps as she reflects on a time when 'things were less complicated'
28/01/26 09:10
Sharing snaps to her Instagram Story on Tuesday, the former TOWIE star, 39, was seen with blonde highlighted hair rather than her usual brunette style.
Kate Moss wraps up in a fur-trimmed coat as she arrives at Ronald van der Kemp show with a friend during Paris Fashion Week
27/01/26 05:30
The supermodel, 52, was among the stars to touch down in the French capital this week for Haute Couture Week.
- 13 comments
- shares
Reality TV star looks unrecognisable as they share throwback photos from school prom - can YOU guess who it is?
27/01/26 04:15
Posing for a snap with her brother, she had her blonde hair pulled back into a tight bun, topped off with a tiara.
- 11 comments
- shares
Maya Jama shows off her toned midriff in a crop top as she arrives back in South Africa for Love Island: All Stars
27/01/26 02:59
The host, 31, dressed casually in a fitted vest top, with a scooped neckline, and navy blue jogging bottoms after a long travel day.
Harry Styles fans are outraged over 'diabolical' cost of tour tickets as Liam Gallagher claims Oasis' pricing was 'reasonable' by comparison
27/01/26 12:16
Weighing in on the outage, Liam joked that he had bought tickets to Harry's tour which he planned on selling online for 'ten times the price.'
Nadia Sawalha announces the death of her daughters' 'second mum' as their family nanny passes away and says 'I love how much they loved you'
27/01/26 10:54
The Loose Women panellist, 61, said 'I love how much they loved you' as she paid an emotional tribute to Pat - who supported the Sawalha clan for 'over a decade.'
Lily Allen shows off her figure in a crop top and mini skirt as she shares snaps from her relaxing getaway to Mexico
27/01/26 09:53
The singer, 40, posed for photos wearing a printed crop top and a red, floral, mini skirt while exploring the sun-soaked destination.
Line Of Duty stars Adrian Dunbar, Vicky McClure and Martin Compston send fans into meltdown as they reunite for a pint at the pub
27/01/26 09:04
Martin, 41, smiled alongside Vicky, 42, and Adrian, 67, as they raised their beers for the photo.
- 11 comments
- shares
Harper Beckham shares sweet tribute to her brother Romeo in first post since Brooklyn's bombshell statement amid claims Victoria feels 'betrayed' by her estranged son's comments
24/01/26 06:17
Brooklyn devastated his family by released a six-page statement where he said he has no wishes to reconcile with them, and called his parents 'controlling and manipulative'.
Cruz Beckham, 20, and girlfriend Jackie Apostel, 30, enjoy Paris Fashion Week as they brush off the drama surrounding his brother Brooklyn
24/01/26 05:00
The musician, 20, who announced his very first tour this week, was followed by his partner, 30, as they arrived at their hotel in the French capital.
Ruth Langsford hopes to 'draw a line under' her split from ex-husband Eamonn Holmes with 'empowering' new tell-all memoir
24/01/26 04:21
After 27 years together, 14 of which they were married, Ruth is said to be 'officially and emotionally' done, with the publication closing that chapter of her life.
Nicola Peltz 'likes' DJ Fat Tony's social media post after he publicly backed Brooklyn Beckham's account of THAT 'inappropriate dance' by mum Victoria
24/01/26 03:02
The 60-year-old, who performed at Brooklyn and Nicola's wedding party in April 2022, branded the incident 'really awkward' and confirmed that the actress fled the reception in tears.
Emilia Fox says she's spent the past year 'recovering and looking after herself' after split from Jonathan Stadlen as she stuns in a feathered gown in new photoshoot
24/01/26 12:16
As she stunned in a feathered gown for Woman & Home, the Silent Witness star, 51, explained how she was now feeling 'hopeful and optimistic' about her future.
- 79 comments
- shares
Victoria Beckham 'feels betrayed' by Brooklyn's bombshell statement and dancing revelations - after spending years protecting him from 'dark stories'
24/01/26 11:02
Brooklyn went as far as to say that 'Brand Beckham comes first' and the 'family values public promotion above all else.'
Claudia Winkleman breaks down in tears as she congratulates Traitors Stephen and Rachel on their win during nail-biting final
24/01/26 09:13
As Claudia declared them as the winners, she struggled to get her words out: 'You did it. You have each got £47,875,' she said.
Jason Momoa, 46, gives his jacket to girlfriend Adria Arjona, 33, as they leave their London hotel after attending The Wrecking Crew premiere
23/01/26 04:27
The actor, 46, who has been dating the Andor star, 33, since May 2024, draped his velvet blazer over her shoulders to keep out the cold after attending the premiere of his new film, The Wrecking Crew.
Fresh Meat star Kimberley Nixon reveals she's 'fighting a traumatising flare-up of OCD, ADHD and autism' that left her unable to move after attending premiere of new drama
23/01/26 03:11
The actress, 40, shared an emotional update to Instagram on Thursday detailing a mental health setback that happened after attending the premiere of new Sky drama Under Salt Marsh.
- 60 comments
- shares
Anne Hathaway breaks down in tears at Valentino's funeral
23/01/26 02:53
Amongst the first to arrive was Anne, 43, who met Valentino on the set of her hit film The Devil Wears Prada.
- comments
- shares
Katherine Jenkins reveals Tom Cruise mistook her for a member of the Royal Family and got 'body-slammed against a wall' during embarrassing meeting
23/01/26 12:34
Katherine explained how her gigantic Cinderella-style gown left little room in the tight corridors, making for a very tight squeeze when she came off stage.
Anne Hathaway breaks down in tears as she joins Donatella Versace and Tom Ford paying tribute to Valentino Garavani at his funeral in Rome following his death aged 93
23/01/26 10:08
Amongst the first to arrive was Anne, 43, who met Valentino on the set of her hit film The Devil Wears Prada.
Molly-Mae Hague and Tommy Fury celebrate daughter Bambi's third birthday with a Jellycat-themed party
23/01/26 09:14
The toddler, who he shares with Molly-Mae, turned three-years-old on Friday with the boxer, 26, celebrating with friends the day before.
Kate Lawler reveals she's undergone 'breast replacement' surgery after one of her implants exploded
22/01/26 04:52
The Big Brother winner, 45, opened up about the procedure which took place last week, explaining how she noticed her left breast had gone hard, prompting a visit to her GP.
Arctic Monkeys are back! Band release new single Opening Night from upcoming charity album HELP(2) as they make long-awaited return
22/01/26 04:02
Opening Night features on collaborative album, HELP(2), which will be released on March 6 via War Child Records.
Maya Jama shows off her incredible curves in a crop top as she hits the gym on a break from filming Love Island: All Stars in South Africa
22/01/26 02:59
The host, 31, made sure to squeeze an exercise session into her day as she works on the latest series of the ITV2 dating show.
Rachel Zegler supports theatre star Jack Wolfe as he makes his Broadway debut in Hadestown and says she's 'never been so blown away'
22/01/26 12:41
Sharing an update to her Instagram Story, Rachel proudly hugged Jack after seeing the show.
Dame Joan Collins, 92, joins Cary Grant's ex-wife Dyan Cannon, 89, on the red carpet at a screening of her new Agatha Christie-style whodunnit A Murder Between Friends
22/01/26 11:22
The legendary actress, 92, stars as Francesca Carlyle in the new Agatha Christie-style whodunnit, which was released last week.
- 77 comments
- shares
Jason Statham, 58, admits he's 'gone too far' with some of his daring action movie stunts and has suffered injuries after making 'mistakes'
22/01/26 10:14
Speaking ahead of the release of his upcoming thriller film, Shelter, the actor, 58, said he's 'suffered injuries after making mistakes' on set.
Cara Delevingne turns heads in a sheer lace hooded ensemble as she enjoys a night on the town at The Birds Street Club in West Hollywood
22/01/26 08:57
The model, 33, put on a quirky display while leaving The Birds Street Club in West Hollywood with her friends.
Molly-Mae Hague's sister Zoe reveals the influencer has been staying at her home with daughter Bambi - despite living just 10 minutes away after reconciling with Tommy Fury
21/01/26 05:01
The former Love Island star, 26, who rekindled her romance with her partner Tommy Fury, 'stayed over for a few nights' last week - despite having a huge £4million mansion just ten minutes away.
Pregnant Strictly star Dianne Buswell hints the birth of her baby son is imminent as she prepares for the arrival in a sweet clip
21/01/26 03:24
The Strictly Come Dancing professional, 36, created a video montage of hers and her partner Joe Sugg's items and then added miniature versions.
Lottie Moss resorts to buying fake designer bags after walking away from her £30k-a-month OnlyFans career
21/01/26 02:23
The model, 28, who once earned her a staggering £30,000 per month from the adult website, posted a TikTok video this week from her holiday in Thailand and showed off her purchases.
Cheeky Katy Perry, 41, WINKS at politician boyfriend Justin Trudeau, 54, as she makes an unexpected appearance at World Economic Forum
21/01/26 12:08
The singer, 41, joined The Female Quotient lounge to support the former Canadian Prime Minister, 54, as he spoke during the event.
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky hold hands as they leave their New York hotel after he recalled their 'embarrassing' first meeting
21/01/26 11:06
The couple stood out in their bold outfits as they headed to the airport looking as stylish as ever.
Olivia Attwood pokes fun at the Beckham drama as she wraps her legs around a man in hilarious clip - while Victoria dancing memes send the internet into meltdown
21/01/26 10:04
People began to speculate about Victoria's song request for her first wedding dance with her eldest son, Brooklyn after his explosive statement claimed she danced with him 'inappropriately.'
Cruz Beckham LIKES playful meme poking fun at mum Victoria's song request for THAT first dance with Brooklyn at his wedding after he accused her of 'dancing inappropriately on him'
21/01/26 01:51
Cruz Beckham liked a meme poking fun at his mum Victoria's song request for that first dance with Brooklyn on Tuesday after his bombshell statement.
Lauren Silverman reveals she has FINALLY passed her theory test after driving without a valid UK licence for over a decade
20/01/26 03:48
The American socialite, 48, has a valid US licence and also a provisional UK licence but previously admitted she had no idea that only permitted her to drive for 12 months as a UK resident.
- 20 comments
- shares
Stacey Dooley recalls the heartache of her 'dramatic' ectopic pregnancy as she reveals she was rushed for 'immediate surgery' after suffering internal bleeding
20/01/26 02:40
The TV presenter, 38, who shares three-year-old Minnie with her with her partner Kevin Clifton, said she was rushed for 'immediate surgery' after suffering from internal bleeding.
Michelle Keegan slips into a plunging cream dress as she shares a sweet snap of baby daughter Palma on £2k-per-night winter getaway
20/01/26 12:35
The actress, 38, gave an insight into the trip as she enjoyed a stay at the lavish Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island hotel in Abu Dhabi with her family.
Rafe Spall is supported by Trying co-star girlfriend Esther Smith at screening for Under Salt Marsh after screen romance turned to real-life love
20/01/26 11:27
The couple went public with their romance back in November 2022, after their screen romance on the set of Apple+ comedy Trying, turned to real-life love.
Pixie Lott downs wine as she parties the night away at a fun wig-themed bash for her 35th birthday - just three months after welcoming second child
20/01/26 10:31
In the update, shared to Instagram, Pixie stunned in the glitzy chainmail number from Paco Rabanne.
Brooklyn Beckham reveals the truth about why he and wife Nicola Peltz had a wedding vow renewal ceremony - and why his parents weren't invited
20/01/26 09:42
When the couple first tied the knot in 2022, they hosted a three-day extravaganza at the Peltz family Palm Beach estate, where both families stood front and centre.
- 28 comments
- shares
Lily Rose Depp is crowned the highest earning Gen Z nepo baby - as the staggering sum young influencers can make online is revealed
18/01/26 02:30
New research has shown just how much the celebrities can make from sponsored posts based on the size of their following engagement - and the figures are huge!
- 152 comments
- shares
Emma Willis reveals she had a 'stress dream' ahead of her first BBC Radio 2 show as she shares her nerves after taking over from Zoe Ball
17/01/26 04:48
It was announced that the presenter, 49, would be taking over from Zoe Ball, 55, last month when she stepped down from the afternoon slot after just seven months.
Love Island: All Star's Whitney dramatically storms off as Charlie accuses her of 'playing the biggest game' in fiery showdown ahead of recoupling
17/01/26 02:58
Ahead of the recoupling, which is set to bring even more drama, the pair were seen arguing at the firepit after Charlie accused her of 'playing the biggest game.'
Cat Deeley goes makeup free in a pair of stylish oversized glasses for a relaxed day out in north London
17/01/26 12:23
The TV presenter, 49, looked stylish in a pair of oversized aviator glasses and wrapped up warm in a khaki green parka with a fur-lined hood.
- 164 comments
- shares
The Traitors star Jessie falls off her chair as Rachel and Stephen's true identities are revealed after her brutal murder
17/01/26 11:26
The hairstylist, 28, who had pointed her finger at Stephen at the previous night's round table was brutally murdered in a double bluff.
Zara McDermott reveals she has had her jaw filler dissolved and says she feels 'sad' about past insecurities as she urges others to 'find ways to love yourself naturally'
17/01/26 10:20
Speaking in her latest YouTube vlog, Zara discussed her journey with tweakments and feeling like she 'didn't quite fit in' with beauty standards.
Penny Lancaster, 54, puts on a leggy display in a bouclé mini dress as she joins her husband Sir Rod Stewart, 81, for a date night at Annabel's
17/01/26 09:04
The legendary singer, 81, looked as dapper as ever while the model, 54, put on a leggy display in a white bouclé mini dress, which buttoned down the front.
Emotional Gordon Ramsay wipes away tears as he prepares to give his daughter Holly away in sweet video from her wedding to Adam Peaty
16/01/26 04:45
The chef, 59, proudly walked his daughter, 26, down the aisle as she tied the knot with Adam Peaty, 31, in a lavish ceremony at Bath Abbey on December 27.
Robbie Williams surprises fans as he releases new album BRITPOP three weeks early and lights up London landmarks to celebrate launch
16/01/26 03:59
The unexpected drop came in the early hours of Friday morning, with the album artwork projected onto several famous London landmarks to mark the launch.
- 16 comments
- shares
Lily Collins joins her co-star Ashley Park for a stroll in the park with her rarely-seen baby daughter Tove during wholesome day out
16/01/26 02:51
The actress, 36, and her director-screenwriter husband Charlie McDowell, 42, welcomed their first child last year through surrogacy, with Ashley, 34, reporting for 'auntie duty.'
Tom Hardy joins Guy Ritchie for a glass of wine as they take a break from filming MobLand amid 'extremely strained' relations with cast on the set
16/01/26 12:32
Taking a break on Thursday, the actor, 48, caught up with director Guy Ritchie, 57, for a glass of wine at Dorian Restaurant in Notting Hill.
EastEnders star Simone Lahbib details heartache over brother's death from cancer as she urges fans to 'make every moment count'
16/01/26 10:44
The actress' sibling, Stephen, passed away in November 2024, six months after a terminal cancer diagnosis.
- 6 comments
- shares
Dakota Johnson flashes her toned midriff in a white sports bra as she leaves the gym after intense workout
16/01/26 09:58
The actress, 36, proved that her hard work is paying off as she showed off her figure in a white sports bra and leggings.
- 24 comments
- shares
Dua Lipa's lookalike sister Rina looks glamorous in a LBD as she attends English National Ballet performance
16/01/26 08:58
The dancer and model, 24, posed for photos at the reception held at St Martins Lane Hotel before seeing Akram Khan's production of Giselle at the London Coliseum.
- 12 comments
- shares
Olivia Attwood is supported by husband Bradley Dack at Getting Filthy Rich premiere amid marital woes after admitting she 'could be a better wife'
15/01/26 03:27
The TV presenter, 34, who recently admitted that she 'could be a better wife,' to the professional footballer, 32, was joined by a number of her celebrity friends at The Cinema at Selfridges in London.
Traitors host Claudia Winkleman celebrates turning 54 with Jools Holland and singer Mika as they film for Channel 4's The Piano
15/01/26 02:26
Claudia and Mika star on Channel 4 talent show The Piano together which sees amateur pianists playing public pianos across the UK.
Georgia Toffolo brags about her £40,000 Hermès handbag as she performs a workout in sunglasses after being branded 'insufferable' with fans begging her to 'get a job'
15/01/26 12:15
Undeterred by the comments from her last post, Toff continued to share yet more bizarre updates to her Instagram Story.
Zoe Ball rings in her daughter Nelly's sweet 16th birthday as she shares a series of adorable throwbacks with ex-husband Norman Cook
15/01/26 11:23
The radio presenter, 55, and the DJ, known as Fat Boy Slim, 62, split in 2016 after 18 years of marriage but have remained close friends and co-parents to their children Woody, 25, and Nelly.
- 2 comments
- shares
Katie Price breaks silence on split from JJ Slater as she shares cryptic post about meeting the 'right person who knows exactly what you need'
15/01/26 10:14
The former glamour model, 47, split from the Married At First Sight UK star, 31, earlier this month after nearly two years together.

Page

DON'T MISS

MORE HEADLINES

Error setting Request cache data for url "https://shop.dailymail.co.uk/ix/api/seo/v1/footer?clientId=dailymail&relevanceKey=tvshowbiz".
Error: Invalid character in entity name Line: 68 Column: 108 Char: