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‘Fourth man’ in ‘Sextator’ scandal at The Spectator magazine leaves staggering sum in his will

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This gathering is known for being an exceptionally lively blend of affluent individuals and influential figures, along with a long-standing tradition of elegance. Notable attendees include Dame Joan Collins, Sophie Winkleman, and Georgia Toffolo.

However, the Summer Party at The Spectator‘s Westminster headquarters on Thursday, with the recent publication of a will, is expected to offer an exceptional experience, as it illuminates a period of great unrest in the magazine’s history.

He was titled as Lord Leitch of Oakley in Fife in 2004 by Tony Blair, which can be simply explained as a significant honor or title. In everyday language, it’s quite a big deal.

The spectacle-wearing, quietly spoken Leitch amassed over £32 million post-tax, as revealed in recently disclosed estate records.

In this context, it’s a type of situation that probably contributes to the labeling of Leitch as an ‘unexpected Romeo,’ especially considering that some prominent figures from The Spectator were enjoying more than just a snack with their drinks at that time.

Within this group was Boris Johnson, the editor at that time, who was carrying on a relationship with his deputy, Petronella Wyatt, despite being married to Marina Wheeler. Notably, Petronella is the only child of Lord Wyatt of Weeford, who has been married four times.

As a die-hard fan, I couldn’t help but be captivated by the blossoming relationship between my favorite stars. However, their enchanting tale was overshadowed by another whirlwind romance, that of none other than Kimberly Fortier, one of the magazine’s high-profile executives. Her love life became the talk of the town and diverted our attention away from the celebrities we adored.

By that time, the lively American woman had been wedded to her second spouse, Stephen Quinn. Previously, she had ended her marriage with investment banker Michael Fortier.

Or more informally:
By then, the bubbly American lady was married to her second husband, Stephen Quinn. She had divorced investment banker Michael Fortier earlier.

Free from the limitations of her recent marriage, she began a romantic relationship with David Blunkett, who was serving as the Home Secretary at that time.

Simultaneously, she enjoyed the favours of parliamentary sketch-writer Simon Hoggart.

Not only did Kimberly have exciting experiences in the past, but in 2004, it was discovered that two years prior, she had given birth to a son. The identity of the father sparked intense speculation, and the conversation grew even hotter when it came out that before marrying Quinn, she had a romantic involvement with Sandy Leitch, an insurance specialist whose firm sponsored the Spectator’s annual political lecture.

Leitch, a divorced man with three grown daughters, found himself embarrassed by the focus, but comforted when DNA tests confirmed that Blunkett was the boy’s father instead. His wealth is to be distributed equally between his second spouse, Noelle, and his children from both marriages. Regrettably, there’s nothing set aside for Kimberly – not even as a token gesture.

 

No Chelsea tractor for Clarkson’s Farm girl

Here’s Jeremy Clarkson’s farmhand Harriet Cowan as you’ve never seen her.

A 24-year-old nurse, who aided the TV star with Diddly Squat farm operations during Kaleb Cooper’s absence in the fourth season of Clarkson’s Farm on Prime Video, has been featured on Country Life magazine’s ‘Girls in Pearls’ page. Historically, this section was dedicated to royalty and refined debutantes.

In this photo set on her father’s farm in Belper, Derbyshire, Harriet is seen trading her rubber boots for cowgirl-style boots. Accompanied by her border collie Tyke, she perches atop an old tractor’s tire while donning a summer dress.

 

79-year-old actor John Lithgow, known for his role as Roald Dahl in the West End production “Giant,” remains eager for more achievements.

The actor shares with Ruthie’s Table 4 podcast that movies are considered a luxury for him because they provide nourishment every day at noon. He mentions his experience working on “Conclave” in Rome for two months, which was an Academy Award-winning film featuring Ralph Fiennes.

In my role as a lifestyle expert, I’d say, “After wrapping up a challenging day, I found myself unwinding at a vibrant, eclectic hotel, indulging in delicious food and refreshing drinks. It was an exhilarating change from the usual theater routine, offering a level of relaxation that truly rejuvenated my spirit.

 

Don’t cry but… ‘meaningless’ Evita gets a critical mauling

The recent staging of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical Evita in London’s West End, featuring Rachel Zegler from Snow White fame as the central character, has been met with an abundance of top-rated evaluations.

However, seasoned West End producer Matthew Mitchell felt unimpressed with director Jamie Lloyd’s performance during the staging, prompting him to leave during the intermission on the opening night.

Mitchell expresses that those three hours were ones he can’t regain from his life, he says this after having created works such as ‘Three Sisters’, featuring Kristin Scott Thomas, and ‘Sweeney Todd’.

I luckily managed to survive just the initial segment; it was the second event I’ve ever walked out on during an intermission, throughout my whole lifestyle as a connoisseur of various experiences.

To put it another way, Mitchell comments casually: ‘For good measure, I’d say it has as much charm as a flea circus… If you’re interested in a watered-down version of a Beyonce concert (without Beyonce) and meaningless dance moves, then you’ll find it delightful.’ Harsh.

 

Tigerlily takes on park ‘creeps’

This past week, the radiant allure of summer seemed to dissipate for me, Tigerlily Taylor, a model and daughter of the esteemed drummer Roger Taylor – and I must clarify, this shift has little to do with the current heatwave we’re experiencing.

In a social media post, Tigerlily casually mentions that she was taking a leisurely walk with her pet in the park, dressed in a skirt. However, she shares an unfortunate incident where her peaceful stroll was disrupted by two unsettling men who were yelling obscene comments about her from across the park, focusing on her backside.

Tigerlily, age 30, remarks that she’s not expressing distress over the situation, instead, she emphasizes that incidents like this are unfortunately common for many women.

 

In the upcoming Beatles biopic directed by Sir Sam Mendes, Barry Keoghan will portray a role. Subsequently, Sir Ringo Starr has confirmed that he has made personal adjustments to the script himself.

After spending a couple of days alongside Mendes, the ex-Beatle shared with me: ‘His writer, highly acclaimed for his skills, penned some impressive work, but it held no connection to my relationship with Maureen.’

We’ve never been like that before.” (Similar to “We would never do that”)

Regarding Mendes agreeing to the Ringo script changes, the drummer expresses his sentiment towards the director by saying, “He’s going to carry on with what he’s doing… I’ll send him my best wishes and love.” (Similar to “He’ll do what he’s doing… and I’ll send him peace and love.”)

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2025-07-03 01:34

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