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Fran Winston’s Biography

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Fran Winston is an experienced Showbiz Reporter and Feature Writer. She covers showbiz, celebrity and TV and frequently writes about celebrity and TV news.

She previously worked as Deputy Editor of both TVNow! and U Magazine. She was Features Editor on Dublin Daily newspaper and has contributed to Newsweek, Glamour and Sunday World to name just a few.

Fran Winston’s Journalist Portfolio

Storm Huntley breaks silence on This Morning rumours as she says 'I'm delighted'

Storm Huntley breaks silence on This Morning rumours as she says 'I'm delighted'

EXCLUSIVE: Channel 5 presenter Storm Huntley opened up about rumours she was set to join ITV's flagship dayti…

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Top 10 George Michael songs ranked - and No.1 is an absolute classic

Top 10 George Michael songs ranked - and No.1 is an absolute classic

EXCLUSIVE: George Michael's former backing singers have offered up their opinions on his top 10 songs accordi…

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Olly Rix's 'relentless' Casualty schedule left him 'banging head against wall'

Olly Rix's 'relentless' Casualty schedule left him 'banging head against wall'

EXCLUSIVE: Former Call The Midwife star Olly Rix has arrived in Holby ED and is making his presence felt.

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Has the soap's bubble finally burst

Has the soap's bubble finally burst

The well-trodden cobbles of Coronation Street could be leading to a dead end as long-time stars face their …

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Bobby Davro slams Britain's Got Talent as he fumes 'name one person'

Bobby Davro slams Britain's Got Talent as he fumes 'name one person'

EXCLUSIVE: Comedy legend Bobby Davro has very strong feelings about TV talent shows.

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Brian May posts emotional update as fans rush to support him

Brian May posts emotional update as fans rush to support him

Queen guitarist Brian May is currently part of a science team working on a historic project.

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Corrie star opens up on heartbreaking show exit as tragic death announced

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By Fran Winston Verified
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Coronation Street's Debbie Webster star Sue Devaney has opened up about her imminent exit from the soap as her character battles young-onset vascular dementia. It was revealed in December 2024 that the character will be killed off following her battle with the disease.
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Pop star, 54, dies in mystery circumstances after heart attack as probe launched

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By Fran Winston Verified, Bekka Barnard Verified
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A singer has died unexpectedly after suffering a heart attack at a private medical practice. Giorgos Mazonakis passed away on Wednesday September 9 at the age of 54 following a cardiac arrest. The Greek pop star, known for smash hits like Summer in Greece, Terma, De Goustaro, and Dianikterevo, was at a private medical facility in Athens' Kolonaki area when he became unwell. A motorbike emergency response team reached the location, where a medic commenced CPR.
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Chongtham Vikram Singh dead: Legendary rock guitarist beaten to death aged 54

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By Fran Winston Verified
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Acclaimed rock guitarist Chongtham Vikram Singh died on Monday (September 7) at the age of 54 after he was allegedly beaten by eight people outside his home the night before. The assault took place around 11.30pm as he took his bins out from his apartment. According to police he became aware of a group of people, including workers from nearby eateries and food delivery agents, shouting and drinking. He complained about the noise leading to an argument with them.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

TV Editor at the Irish Daily Star - they tried saying it was a secretarial role to pay me less and give me less rights.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Many moons ago - not a fan.

How is social media changing news?

Social media has made everything more instant. As such we rarely have a "hold the press" moment as big stories are broken online.