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Rufus Hound reveals why he refused to return to 'chaotic' Celebrity Juice for last ever episode

09/02/26 09:34

Hosted by the Keith Lemon- played by Leigh Francis, 52 - the show became a no-holds-barred playground for celebrity guests who were more than willing to leave their dignity at the door....read

Rachel McAdams sweetly embraces co-star Dylan O'Brien as they lead the stars at the London premiere of their new movie Send Help
29/01/26 20:11
The Oscar-nominated actress, 47, couldn't wipe the smile from her face as she hugged Dylan, 34, while posing for snaps on the red carpet at the Odeon Luxe Leicester Square.
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Daniel Bedingfield reveals he is polyamorous after admitting he's attracted to both men and women
18/12/25 12:26
He had a hit with his song, If You're Not The One, back in 2002 - but Daniel Bedingfield has admitted 'the one' will never be enough to satisfy him.
'90s legends Denise Van Outen, Louise Redknapp and Kate Thornton enjoy a girls' night out at Christmas charity quiz
11/12/25 10:18
A host of celebrities stepped out in London this week for The Ultimate Christmas Quiz to raise money for Children with Cancer charity, hosted by comedian Leigh Francis and Ricky Wilson.
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Grieving Jack Osbourne is 'being monitored closely by I'm A Celebrity bosses' after an emotional start in camp - months after the death of his father Ozzy
20/11/25 01:01
Jack Osbourne is reportedly being closely monitored by I'm A Celebrity…Get Me Out Of Here! Bosses following his emotional start to camp life, just months after the death of his father, Ozzy.
Alison Hammond loses her voice on I'm A Celebrity Unpacked after partying into the early hours with Leigh Francis
18/11/25 00:35
The This Morning host, 50, had a raspy voice as she appeared on I'm A Celebrity Unpacked on Monday, after partying into the early hours with Leigh Francis.
How TV golden girls Fearne Cotton and Holly Willoughby rekindled their decades-long friendship after 'drifting apart' as ex This Morning star reaches out to her old pal amid tough time
18/10/25 09:17
Turning on your TV on a Thursday night in the late noughties would have meant only one thing: cheering yourself up with an episode of Celebrity Juice.
Leigh Francis 'sparks fears he'll never do TV again after career backlash as the Keith Lemon star reveals the future of his two biggest shows'
03/09/25 23:42
The star, 52, is a household name thanks to his unique sense of humour and hit television shows.
Leigh-Anne Pinnock turns up the heat in skimpy red bra top and khaki mini skirt as she puts on a cheeky performance at Leeds Festival
22/08/25 17:45
The former Little Mix singer, 33, flaunted her toned physique with confidence as she took to the stage for a vibrant gig on Friday.
Mel B shares glimpse of her quirky 'just married' outfit as she celebrates tying the knot with Rory McPhee - after being snubbed on her big day by fellow Spice Girl Geri Halliwell
06/07/25 19:24
The Spice Girl, 50, took to her Instagram following the ceremony as she joined her new husband, 37, at they celebrated at their £28K reception at iconic London landmark the Shard.
Emily Atack throws sun-soaked party to celebrate son Barney's first birthday with celebrity guests and lavish menu
22/06/25 16:43
The actress, 35, stunned in a colourful summer dress as the famous guests soaked up the sunshine in the gorgeous garden of her London home.
Daniel Bedingfield breaks 10-year silence to slam Leigh Francis for claiming he was DEAD on Celebrity Juice telling the Keith Lemon comic 'f*** you'
04/06/25 10:28
Leigh Francis has been blasted by another of his comedy victims, who claims the controversial comic went 'too far' with an outrageous death 'gag.'
Mel B is joined by Spice Girl pals Mel C and Emma Bunton as she celebrated her 50th birthday - but there's no sign of Geri Halliwell-Horner or Victoria Beckham
31/05/25 22:39
She turned the big 5-0 just a few days ago and on Saturday night, Mel B and some of her fellow Spice Girls were out in full force to celebrate the huge milestone in style.
Holly Willoughby reunites with Leigh Francis after quitting his controversial panel show Celebrity Juice - following comedian admitting he hadn't seen her since major ITV drama
22/05/25 09:18
The presenter, 44, and the comedian, 52, worked alongside each other on controversial ITV2 comedy panel show Celebrity Juice from 2008 to 2020.
Robbie Williams packs on the PDA with wife Ayda Field as they attend a private viewing party for his Radical Honesty solo art exhibition
02/05/25 09:31
Robbie Williams shared a tender kiss with wife Ayda Field as she accompanied him to a private viewing party for his Radical Honesty solo art exhibition at London's Moco Museum on Thursday.
Louise Redknapp looks leggy in a black blazer dress alongside boyfriend Drew Michael as they attend Mr Porter launch party in London
25/04/25 11:01
The singer, 50, showed off her endless legs in a pair of glossy tights and a chic black blazer dress, finishing off with classy stilettos.
Louise Redknapp puts on a leggy display in black mini dress as she joins trendy Rocco Ritchie at the launch of Mr Porter in London
25/04/25 00:56
The singer, 50, looked chic as she stepped out in an oversized black blazer which she layered over a pair of black sheer tights.
Eiza Gonzalez showcases her endless legs while Naomi Campbell brings the glamour in a leopard print maxi-coat on night out at Chiltern Firehouse
02/02/25 22:14
Eiza Gonzalez put on a very leggy display as she joined supermodel Naomi Campbell at Chiltern Firehouse in London on Sunday.
Leigh Francis says he 'doesn't regret' his controversial portrayal of black stars Craig David and Trisha Goddard on Bo Selecta - but reveals what he would change about the past
28/01/25 11:17
The comedian, 51, is best known for his divisive alter-ego Keith Lemon on ITV show Celebrity Juice , as well as his series Bo Selecta.
BBC set to air very controversial episode of Through The Keyhole for first time in 25 years
01/01/25 18:34
The BBC are set to air a controversial episode of Through The Keyhole later this month - for the first time in 25 years.
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Holly Willoughby gets in the festive spirit with her three kids as she braves daunting rollercoaster and haunted house on family Winter Wonderland trip
22/12/24 10:55
The presenter, 43, wrapped up warm on Saturday as she headed to the Christmas market in central London.
Emily Atack celebrates her 35th birthday as famous friends including Laura Whitemore and Leigh Francis share hilarious album of photos
19/12/24 11:37
Emily Atack celebrated her 35th birthday on Wednesday as her famous pals shared an album of hilarious photos to Instagram to mark the special day.
Holly Willough-booby is BACK! Former This Morning star bids farewell to her homely image as she revives her sexy noughties style for big TV comeback
15/12/24 14:56
She made her return to TV last weekend for the new game show You Bet! But could Holly Willoughby's upcoming screen resurgence mark the return of her glitz and glam era?
Gino D'Acampo reveals a drunk joke on Celebrity Juice cost him £20,000 as he details six year legal battle
16/11/24 16:11
The celebrity chef, 48, has revealed that a drunken joke he made during on Celebrity Juice ended up costing him £20,000.
This Morning in hosting shake-up as Ben Shephard and Cat Deeley replaced for an entire week - with familiar faces forced to step in
29/10/24 14:29
This Morning hosts Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary will front the daytime programme for an entire week from October 28.
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Celebrity Juice icons reunite for a fun boozy night as they fuel speculation ITV show may be set to return
20/10/24 20:48
Leigh Francis, Laura Whitmore and Emily Ata ck all treated themselves to a delicious Sunday roast and sent fans into frenzy, fuelling speculations the ITV series might return.
The British TV shows BANNED from streamers for controversial content - see every 'of its time' show with jokes too outrageous to broadcast
19/10/24 08:27
Streamers like Netflix , NOW TV, Britbox and the BBC have taken a stand against shows for their use of racial slurs, sexist language and blackface as 'times have changed.'
Amanda Holden left furious as she suffers a blow midway through her charity bike ride from Cornwall to London
10/10/24 17:14
As the Heart FM Breakfast host reached Surrey, she was forced to stop cycling.
Leigh Francis hilariously surprises Amanda Holden as he dresses up as Elliott from E.T. on a tandem bike during her charity bike ride challenge from Cornwall to London
10/10/24 15:42
The Heart Breakfast presenter, 53, kicked off her charity bike ride from Cornwall to London on Monday.
Love Island's Arabella Chi flaunts her sideboob in a daring red backless gown as she joins glamorous Jessy Potts and Abbie Quinnen at the star-studded Smile 2 premiere in London
08/10/24 19:59
Arabella Chi commanded attention in a racy red gown as she joined Jessy Potts and Abbie Quinnen at the star-studded Smile 2 premiere in London on Tuesday night.
Holly Willoughby 'rekindles friendship with ex co-star Fearne Cotton after drifting apart' - as their new shared 'holistic and wellness-led approach to life' brings them back together
06/10/24 08:50
Holly Willoughby has reportedly rekindled her friendship with her former co-star Fearne Cotton - after her hellish year.
Leigh Francis finally reveals the real person who inspired his comic alter ego Keith Lemon - leaving Good Morning Britain hosts stunned
12/09/24 11:35
The 51-year-old comedian appeared on Good Morning Britain on Thursday and left hosts Susanna Reid and Ed Balls stunned when he explained who the character is inspired by.
Keith Lemon star Leigh Francis reveals the REAL reason Celebrity Juice was axed as he admits 'nothing is acceptable anymore'
07/09/24 00:56
Hosted by the hilariously unpredictable Keith Lemon - played by comedian Leigh Francis- the show became a no-holds-barred playground for celebrity guests who left their dignity at the door.
Laura Hamilton looks chic in a green dress at Mrs. Doubtfire: The Musical show after detailing struggles with auto-immune disease
21/06/24 10:08
The TV presenter, 42, appeared over the moon as she was snapped putting on a very playful display alongside TV alum Leigh Francis, who plays Keith Lemon.
Braless Freya Allan wows in an extreme plunging dazzling bodysuit as she attends the UK premiere of Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes
25/04/24 21:27
Freya Allan made sure all eyes were on her in a daring extreme plunging bodysuit as she attended the UK premiere of Kingdom Of The Planet Of The Apes in London on Thursday.
Holly Willoughby 'to get revenge against Keith Lemon for suggestive Celebrity Juice banana gag' after he signs up for her new show Bear Hunt
30/03/24 22:15
Holly Willoughby may finally have get chance to get her own back on Keith Lemon after he played a banana gag on her on his former show Celebrity Juice.
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Keith Lemon star Leigh Francis shares photos with his rarely seen 'wonderful' wife Jill as he marks her birthday
28/03/24 09:47
Keith Lemon has shared a rare look at his relationship with his 'wonderful' wife Jill on his Instagram page on Thursday to celebrate her birthday.
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Great Celebrity Bake Off 2024: Viewers beg TV bosses to give Danny Dyer his own cookery show following hilarious appearance
24/03/24 22:31
One wrote: 'Watching#GBBOand omg Danny Dyer deserves his own cookery show!
Rhod Gilbert breaks down in tears detailing his cancer battle on The GBBO Stand Up To Cancer Celebrity special as his TV return leaves viewers emotional: 'I'm lucky to be here at all'
24/03/24 21:28
The comedian, 55, battled the 'brutal' disease and got the all clear in October 2023 after being diagnosed with head and neck cancer in 2022.
Great Celebrity Bake Off 2024: Leigh Francis receives Star Baker during Stand Up To Cancer special after wowing judges with his 'disgusting' Showstopper cake
24/03/24 21:17
Leigh Francis was crowned the winner in the second episode of this year's Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer.
Keith Lemon star Leigh Frances reveals Bo Selecta! comeback has been axed following remake pilot - 13 years after it was taken off air
02/03/24 00:27
Leigh Francis has revealed he's shelved plans for a comeback of his controversial comedy show Bo Selecta!
Is this the end of Keith Lemon? Leigh Francis reveals why he's going on tour as himself after rising to fame as the alter ego
24/02/24 01:53
The former Bo' Selecta! star admitted that while turning 50 influenced his choice, he also fears that character comedy is 'going out of fashion.'
Love Island pay emotional tribute to Caroline Flack while Leigh Francis and Lou Teasdale share sweet posts to mark four years since her death
15/02/24 11:43
Love Island paid emotional tribute to Caroline Flack on Thursday to mark four years since her death.
Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer 2024 line-up revealed: Full list of famous faces out to impress Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith
05/02/24 11:10
Mel B, Oti Mabuse, Danny Dyer and Rhod Gilbert are among the stars taking part in Celebrity Great British Bake Off.
Natalie Appleton joins Kate Thornton and Mary McCartney as Mel C celebrates her 50th birthday with a star-studded concert bash
13/01/24 12:14
The friends looked positively radiant as they arrived at Mel C's 50th birthday at Koko concert venue in Camden on Friday night.
Amanda Holden shares a heartfelt tribute to her husband, Chris, on their 15th wedding anniversary: '20 years together, two girls and an angel boy'
11/12/23 18:22
Amanda Holden has taken to Instagram to share a loving tribute to her husband of 15 years, Chris Hughes.
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I'm A Celebrity's Josie Gibson confirms she is single and says she has to 'find a boyfriend' after show... just months after speaking about new man
08/12/23 21:37
The This Morning host, 38, gave a rare insight into her love life as she commented on her relationship status on the hit ITV reality show.
Rod Stewart wears a tartan suit as he joins animated wife Penny Lancaster to raise money at star-studded ICAP Charity Day
08/12/23 10:52
Rod Stewart and his wife Penny Lancaster looked ready for business as they hit the phones for ICAP's annual charity day at the trading firm's London headquarters on Thursday.
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Simon Cowell appears in jovial spirits as he gets stuck into phone duty at ICAP's annual charity day
07/12/23 17:35
The music mogul, 64, cut a casual figure in a black T-shirt as he joined a whole host of stars showing their support for ICAP's 31st annual charity day.
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Tommy Fury parties with MAFS star Laura Vaughan after fiancée Molly-Mae Hague was 'mortified' by his wild nights out abroad with Chris Brown
07/12/23 17:17
The Love Island star, 24, partied with Married At First Sight star Laura Vaughan at a glamorous event on Wednesday.
Holly Willoughby 'isn't in a good place', according to close pal and Celebrity Juice co-star Leigh Francis as he reveals he texts the presenter often amid frightening kidnap plot
19/11/23 09:56
Leigh - who is best known for his alter ego Keith Lemon - became close friends with Holly during her 12-year stint on Celebrity Juice.
Leigh Francis sports a bright yellow jacket as he steps out in Primrose Hill for pub grub with wife Jill Carter and daughters Matilda and Dolly
06/11/23 14:55
The comedian, 50, best known as his alter ego Keith Lemon, stepped out with Jill and his two daughters Matilda and Dolly, in Primrose Hill on Sunday.
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EMILY PRESCOTT: Edward Norton's Halloween horror dressed as David Beckham
28/10/23 21:30
EMILY PRESCOTT: Actor Edward Norton and his partner, film producer Shauna Robertson, dressed as David and Victoria Beckham for the Casamigos fancy-dress party in LA.
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Denise Van Outen, 49, shows off her ageless figure in a pink and black satin mini dress with an oversized bow at the Attitude Awards
11/10/23 19:08
Denise Van Outen stepped out on Wednesday to attend the Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards in London. The actress, 49, showed off her ageless figure as she donned a black and pink mini dress.
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Comedian Leigh Francis breaks silence on Russell Brand allegations
28/09/23 08:52
Leigh Francis has broken his silence on Russell Brand following sexual assault allegations being made against him.
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EXCLUSIVE: Leigh Francis reveals he hasn't seen Holly Willoughby since his birthday in April but reached out to Phil Schofield in midst of This Morning drama
28/09/23 08:50
The comedian, 50,has revealed he has not seen Holly Willoughby since his birthday party in April.
EXCLUSIVE: Leigh Francis breaks silence on Russell Brand rape allegations as comic says he 'feels sad for him' - and admits he fears cancel culture because 'people are easily offended'
27/09/23 17:43
Leigh Francis has broken his silence on Russell Brand following sexual assault allegations being made against him.
Leigh Francis brushes off recent drama as he attends UK premiere of The Creator after Melanie Sykes claims he made explicit sexual gags about her
27/09/23 09:18
Melanie said Leigh made explicit sexual gags about her for three hours, including: 'I bet your a*****e smells of flowers.'
Melanie Sykes claims she 'cried all night' after Keith Lemon humiliated her in front of a live audience - before being told she was the 'first person to ever complain about him' by production company boss
25/09/23 12:13
Melanie Sykes also said the TV production company Talkback, founded by the comedy duo Mel Smith and Griff Rhys Jones, ignored her when she complained.
Complaints about Keith Lemon were ignored by Through The Keyhole producers, says Melanie Sykes after the comedian made humiliating jokes about her to a live audience
23/09/23 21:03
Ms Sykes said Francis, 50 - best known as his alter ego Keith Lemon - made explicit sexual gags about her for three hours, including: 'I bet your a*****e smells of flowers.'
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This Morning's Josie Gibson reveals she's in love with her new boyfriend who 'gives her the flutters'
08/08/23 23:12
Josie Gibson revealed that she is in love with a new boyfriend during Tuesday night's Shopping With Keith Lemon.
From Michael Barrymore to Airline star Jane Boulton: Noughties TV celebrities are enjoying a resurgence on TikTok and gaining a new Gen Z following
29/07/23 11:39
A number of noughties TV stars have been enjoying a career resurgence on TikTok, where they've been garnering a new Gen Z fanbase. Here, FEMAIL reveals them...
Why does Keith Lemon always wear a bandage on his hand? Celebrity Juice star on the accessory and why he carries a spare
27/07/23 11:13
Keith Lemon - played by comedian Leigh Francis - has kept avid watchers guessing about the reason he wears a bandage on his right wrist. He has revealed the reason why after being caught out.
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Major ITV star reveals they've rejected multiple Strictly Come Dancing offers, turning down upcoming series to avoid falling victim to show's curse
16/07/23 19:17
A major ITV star claim they've turned down repeated offers to appear as a contestant on Strictly Come Dancing.
Keith Lemon star Leigh Francis is pictured on rare outing with wife of 21 years Jill Carter at agency party
13/07/23 15:12
The comedian and his wife Jill Carter were spotted attending the YRD launch party in Covent Garden on Wednesday night in a rare public appearance.
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Louise Redknapp and Katherine Kelly wow at sport agency YRDS launch party while Louis Theroux makes a rare appearance at the bash
13/07/23 13:30
Louise Redknapp, Katherine Kelly and Louis Theroux were just three of the stars in attendance at the YRDS VIP launch at French restaurant Louie on Wednesday night.
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Leigh Francis surprises fans as he ditches his comedy alter-ego Keith Lemon for rare interview on The One Show
21/06/23 18:04
The comedian, 50, is best known for his boisterous, loud character and mainly uses his name during his comedy career, including to host Celebrity Juice.
ITV renews Leigh Francis' Shopping With Keith Lemon for a fourth series after axing two of his shows
10/05/23 23:53
The presenter, 50, - whose real name is Leigh Francis - revealed the show has been recommissioned for a fourth series of eight episodes.
'It was ridiculing': Craig David once again hits out at Leigh Francis over his 'racist' sketch show Bo' Selecta! and says he moved to Miami to 'escape' it
23/03/23 14:58
The singer, 41, has spoken out in criticism of the comedian, 49, better known as Keith Lemon, on a number of occasions amid their 20-year-feud.
Leigh Francis 'films pilot to relaunch his controversial comedy Bo' Selecta 13 years after it's final series' ... after Craig David once again accused the early 2000s show of racism
19/12/22 23:23
It comes just weeks after singer Craig David, 41, once again slammed the comedian for creating a 'racist' depiction of him in the sketch show, which aired between 2002 and 2009.
'It was cheap shots': Craig David once again slams Leigh Francis over 'racist' early 2000s sketch show Bo' Selecta... after comedian told him to 'move on'
12/12/22 16:04
The musician. 41. has slammed Leigh Francis' for creating a 'racist' depiction of him during his Channel 4 sketch series Bo' Selecta, which aired between 2002 and 2009.
'It's ages ago, isn't it?' Leigh Francis risks reigniting 20-year Craig David feud over Bo' Selecta impression as he tells him to 'stop talking about it' - after singer branded him a 'bully'
23/11/22 00:57
Leigh Francis has risked reigniting his 20-year feud with Craig David over his Bo' Selecta! impersonations as he urged the singer to 'stop talking about it' and move forward.
'How time flies when ya madly in love!': Keith Lemon star Leigh Francis gushes over wife Jill Carter with heartfelt tribute on their 30 year anniversary with rare pictures of the couple
01/11/22 08:57
The comedian and TV star, 49, has been dating the beauty therapist, 46, since they were teenagers, and eventually tied the knot in 2002 in Allerton Castle, North Yorkshire.
'When he put blackface on, that was being racist': Craig David blasts Leigh Francis as a 'bully' and says comedian's Bo' Selecta! impression sent him to a 'really dark place'
09/10/22 12:20
Bo' Selecta! came out in 2002 and ran on TV until 2009 and saw comedian Leigh do deliberately ridiculous impressions to make fun of celebrities.
Keith Lemon star Leigh Francis stands out in a flamboyant blue outfit as he tucks into an ice cream during a sunny outing with wife Jill Carter
11/08/22 19:55
The Keith Lemon star, 49, was hard to miss on Thursday as he rocked a bright blue outfit while enjoying a sunny day out with wife Jill Carter on Hampstead High Street, London.
'It was the longest, most fun party!' Celebrity Juice is ending after 14 years on air as Leigh Francis confirms two farewell specials
29/06/22 07:40
The outrageous ITV2 comedy panel show - which has been hosted by Keith Lemon since its launch in 2008 - is coming to an end with a pair of special episodes later in 2022.
Keith Lemon star Leigh Francis cosies up to wife Jill Carter at Kelly Hoppen's CBE party in London... after insisting he's 'punching' while gushing over 29-year romance
24/11/21 09:11
Keith wore a typically flamboyant outfit comprising a black and white check suit covered with splashes of red throughout, while Jill looked glamorous in an animal print midi dress
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EXCLUSIVE: 'She sees the real me': Keith Lemon star Leigh Francis gushes over 'amazing' wife Jill Carter and insists he's 'punching' as he gives rare insight into their 29-year romance
19/11/21 17:59
Keith Lemon star Leigh Francis, 48, gave a rare insight into his 29-year romance with wife Jill Carter, with the star admitting he's 'punching above his weight' with the beauty therapist.
Keith Lemon star Leigh Francis' company earnings plummeted by over HALF A MILLION POUNDS during the pandemic... with turnover falling from £1.5m to under £1m
27/10/21 10:34
But the ITV funnyman still saw his overall fortune rise, new figures for his business empire just published on Gov.UK can reveal
Leigh Francis heads out for a bike ride with a friend through London... after issuing emotional apology for playing black celebrities on Bo' Selecta!
25/07/20 15:07
The Keith Lemon star, 47, was seen riding his bike through Primrose Hill in London while out with a friend on Saturday.

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