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Ariana Grande still sends Christmas presents to children in Manchester hospitals

This is such a lovely gesture from the star.

Daisy Jackson Daisy Jackson - 27th December 2022

Ariana Grande still goes to the effort of sending presents to poorly children at Christmas.

The pop star has once again sent dozens of gifts to kids in Manchester who are receiving hospital treatment.

Ariana has built a lasting relationship with the Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital since the Manchester Arena attack back in 2017.

In the days after the atrocity, which left 22 dead and many more injured, the One Last Time singer visited injured fans.

And ever since, she mades a special effort at Christmas to brighten the days of young patients.

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Ariana Grande with Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital staff. Credit: Twitter, @rmchcharity
Ariana Grande visiting patients in 2017. Credit: Instagram, @arianagrande

The Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital Charity confirmed that, once again, there were presents under the tree this year thanks to Ariana.

They said that the pile of gifts was distributed to babies, children and teenagers across local hospitals including Trafford Hospital and Wythenshawe Hospital.

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They wrote: “Thank you Ariana! We were so excited to receive Christmas gifts for young patients across our hospitals from Ariana Grande.

“The presents were distributed to babies, children and teenagers at @RMCHosp, @TraffordHosp, @WythenshaweHosp and @NorthMcrGH_NHS.”

Back on Christmas Eve in 2020 – again after receiving a mountain of gifts for the kids – the charity Tweeted: “We are extremely grateful to @ArianaGrande for thinking of our young patients this Christmas.

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“It means so much to us that the hospital is close to Ariana’s heart and that she has chosen to spread festive cheer by donating vouchers, toys and gifts for our patients.”

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Fans have been overjoyed to see that she has continued the tradition.

One wrote: “She is an angel hope all the kids are happy.”

Another said: “What a truly wonderful woman Ariana is.”

Someone else tweeted: “She really has a heart made of gold, i love her so much.”

Featured image: Wikimedia Commons / RMCH Charity

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Michelle Keegan announces she’s pregnant with first child with Mark Wright

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Michelle Keegan has announced she’s pregnant with her first child in a sweet post online.

The Stockport-born actress married TV personality Mark Wright back in 2015.

And now the 37-year-old star has announced that the pair are expecting their first baby.

Michelle Keegan shared her happy news with a photo taken on a beach, where the pregnant star is cradling a baby bump.

The Fool Me Once and Brassic actor wrote: “2025 is going to be a special one for us…”

The post, which has gained almost half a million likes in just an hour at the time of writing, has seen Michelle and Mark flooded with well-wishes.

TV presenter Joel Dommett said: “Yessss. So happy for you guys.”

Mark’s former TOWIE co-star James Argent said: “I love you and I’m so happy for you both, Your going to be amazing parents. I can’t wait to be a Uncle.”

Marvin Humes commented: “Amazing news guys… So happy for you both.”

And someone else shared: “Buzzing for absolute strangers, shocked as if it were a bestie announcing. congratulations!”

Read more: Shayne Ward surprises Altrincham locals with a festive sing-song during Christmas karaoke

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Shayne Ward surprises Altrincham locals with a festive sing-song during Christmas karaoke

Danny Jones Danny Jones Shayne Ward singing karaoke at Station Hotel pub in Altrincham

Altrincham residents were treated to an unexpected guest this year as former X-Factor winner Shayne Ward popped into a local pub to join in with some Christmas karaoke.

The singer who won the 2005 edition of the reality show and originally hails from Tameside found himself over Trafford way this holiday season and gave those enjoying a sing-song after a few pints a real surprise last week.

If you’ve spent a decent amount of time in the area, you’ll know The Station Hotel is the place for karaoke and, as it turns out, it’s also the place to see Shayne Ward singing a beloved British ballad.

Who knew when he sang ‘That’s My Goal’ he was talking about delighting crowds in a quaint market town during the festive period?

As you can see, the 40-year-old solo artist turned actor has still got it, delivering a soulful rendition of the Elton John classic ‘Sacrifice’ to a small crowd inside the cosy Alty boozer.

Obviously, the Coronation Street and Good Ship Murder star didn’t need to look at the lyrics for even one second and this is probably one of the best performances the pub has ever or will ever see.

He even manages to take a quick break during the instrumental to grab a nonchalant swig of his drink. Very casual indeed.

Let’s be honest, though: the real star of the show is that woman singing along to every word and pulling out all the stops to remind everyone that no matter who is up on the mic, this is karaoke and you’re obliged to have absolutely zero inhibitions.

Queen.

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She ate, as the kids would say. (Credit: The Station Hotel via Facebook)

He may not be releasing tonnes of music or claiming any Christmas number ones these days, but the Greater Manchester native is no stranger to performing.

As well as various jobs on telly and even a few movie roles here and there over the years, Ward also appeared on this year’s series of Strictly Come Dancing, ultimately being voted out back in November in one of the most controversial and unpopular decisions of the 2024 season.

That being said, whatever questions may loom over his dance moves, there’s no question he’s still got a great voice and we hope to see him hopping on karaoke somewhere in town again soon.

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Featured Images — The Station Hotel (screenshot via Facebook)

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