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Mark Wright: From Jack Tweed Friend to Hollywood Star

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There was a notable absentee at Mark Wright’s lavish stag do in Las Vegas.

Over a lavish five-day celebration, attended by over fifteen of his close associates and relatives, The Only Way is Essex star reveled at some of Las Vegas’s most elite hotels while partying with them.

In the year 2015, Mark was preparing for his wedding with actress Michelle Keegan. At that time, I was assigned to monitor their social circle, and it seemed unusual that one of his close friends wasn’t present – Jack Tweed, who was the widower of Big Brother star Jade Goody, who appeared in Celebrity Big Brother in 2007.

Jack’s lack was palpable; he and Mark, now 38 years old, had been close friends for many years. Prior to Jade’s untimely death from cervical cancer in 2009, they were often seen together at parties, even embarking on a guys’ ski vacation in the French Alps in 2007.

Following her passing, Mark acted as Jack’s unofficial agent, brokering deals with the media. 

Mark appeared to thoroughly enjoy the notoriety that arose from his friendship with Jack, who frequently made headlines nearly every day due to his high-profile romance with Jade.

Eight years have passed, and there I was, watching Mark plunge into the pool at the Drais Hotel on the iconic Las Vegas Strip, clad only in a snug pair of pink swim trunks. Yet, the question that lingered was: Where was Jack at that moment?

A source close to both individuals shared that following Jade’s passing, Jack experienced hardship and fell out of public view. He became emotionally distraught, found himself in difficult situations, and his interactions with Mark significantly decreased.

He understood that he could potentially lose everything unless he changed his ways. Everything about the situation was strange. Before Mark ventured to Las Vegas, Jack was no longer part of Mark’s group. It felt as if Mark was embarking on a fresh start.

It’s possible that Mark may receive forgiveness. Jack was sentenced to serve 18 months in prison for causing grievous bodily harm (ABH) in September 2008, following an assault on a 16-year-old boy with a golf club. However, after four months, he was released under the stipulation that he wear an electronic monitoring device.

Later, he received an additional 12-week prison term for attacking a taxi driver in March 2009, and admitted to committing common assault outside the club Deuces in Chigwell in 2011.

In March 2009, he was given a 12-week sentence for assaulting a taxi driver. Additionally, in 2011, he confessed to committing common assault outside club Deuces in Chigwell.

People who are familiar with Mark often suggest that it was no mere coincidence that he became friends with Jack before gaining fame on ITV’s reality show, The Only Way Is Essex (TOWIE), which debuted in 2010. This series focused on the lives of stylish young adults living in Essex. They argue that he managed to secure his role on TOWIE primarily due to the public image he had established as Jack’s close friend.

Mark, who had the distinction of being the sibling of fellow cast member Jess, swiftly emerged as a notable figure alongside James ‘Arg’ Argent in the limelight.

Over time, James eventually took over the role of Mark’s closest friend from Jack. The duo then turned into a dynamic duo and received substantial screen time together. They also capitalized on their fame outside the show, attending events where they were paid significant sums for relatively short appearances.

After gaining popularity in Britain and America due to his success on TOWIE, Mark traveled to Hollywood. There, he co-hosted a Hollywood entertainment news show called Extra with Mario Lopez, who is known for his roles in Saved by the Bell and Dancing with the Stars.

Mark soon got used to his new, glitzy lifestyle and found some even more famous pals. 

According to someone familiar with the celebrity, Mark developed a new close friend in Mario. They were seen socializing at events in Tinseltown and even interacting with well-known figures in Hollywood such as Jackie Chan and Margot Robbie.

According to one of his friends, Mark accomplished something many doubted he would, as he managed to secure a job in Hollywood. Interestingly, even Michelle, who later became his wife, had attempted to break into the U.S., but it didn’t pan out. However, before you knew it, Mark was rubbing shoulders with the elite of the entertainment industry and couldn’t help but feel proud and satisfied.

‘It’s all very Meghan, who has also moved on from most of her old friends.’

Intriguingly, Mark also formed a friendship with James Corden, an acquaintance of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, who happened to be hosting The Late Late Show in Los Angeles during that period.

As we forged a strong bond, the legendary networking guru, James, took me under his wing and shared valuable insights about mastering the art of hosting shows in Tinseltown. Later, we could be spotted relishing an evening together at the vibrant heart of Venice Beach.

According to a companion, Mark held a strong affection for James. This close association served as a clear sign that he had bid farewell to his days in Essex and was embracing an exceptional lifestyle now.

Subsequently, Piers Morgan appeared on the scene. Their initial encounter took place through their shared manager, the late John Ferriter. Regularly, Mark found himself at Piers’ residence in Beverly Hills. Additionally, Mark was acquainted with Gary Lineker, who frequently visited Los Angeles. The trio would often spend evenings socializing together.

Despite parting ways with Extra in 2018, Mark maintained a connection with Piers, and upon their return to Britain, they developed a friendship akin to ‘Ascot companions.’ They often attended horse races together, including Susanna Reid, Piers’ previous Good Morning Britain colleague.

According to the information received, Piers acquainted Mark with the lifestyle of Los Angeles. He quickly connected with Piers and met numerous individuals, which proved beneficial for his network of contacts.

However, an unexpected bond exists between him and Millie Bobby Brown, a renowned actress from Stranger Things and Enola Holmes, who is seventeen years his junior and hails from Bournemouth.

They first met when Millie made an appearance on Extra in the year 2017, and since then they’ve grown so close that Millie and her family now spend vacations with Mark and Michelle.

On various occasions, Mark has brought the star to his preferred eatery, Sheesh, located in Brentwood, Essex.

‘Mark adores Millie’, says a source.

Nevertheless, Mark’s brief stint in Hollywood ended after about two years. By 2019, he had gone back home to be with Michelle, and soon adapted once again to the lifestyle of Essex.

After returning to the UK, he and Michelle, who recently had their first child, Palma, purchased their beautiful, long-desired mansion a short while later.

Through this process, Mark finds himself returning to his old ways. Although there’s no report of him contacting Jack again, who has become an electrician, Mark and Arg have renewed their bond. The quartet – Mark, Michelle, Arg, and his partner Nicoline Artursson – often enjoy double dates together.

A friend of Arg mentioned that he was absent from seeing Mark, hinting at a period when they were not as connected, due to some challenging experiences Arg was going through.

Currently, Mark has returned to Essex, making him feel like a large fish in a small aquarium. He’s reunited with Arg now, and they both take pleasure in recalling their past experiences together.

Could it be possible that Mark might revive his old friendship with Jack Tweed, who currently works as an electrician?

‘Never,’ says my source. ‘Mark is far too big-time for that now.’

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2025-04-02 14:51

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