Will closure of Colin Firths’ firm hand £350k back to British taxpayer, months after his ex-wife’s eco firm went under?

Will closure of Colin Firths' firm hand £350k back to British taxpayer, months after his ex-wife's eco firm went under?

As a seasoned observer of high society and an avid follower of the lives of the rich and famous, I must say that the Countess Spencer has always been one to command attention with her poise and grace. Her recent announcement about hosting what may be her last event at Althorp only serves to underscore this fact. The Countess’s life story is a fascinating blend of royalty, scandal, and love, and I can’t help but wonder what the future holds for her.

For over twenty years, they were the epitome of a golden pair. During this time, he received an Oscar for his role as George VI in The King’s Speech, while she passionately advocated for environmental causes, aiming to stop companies from needlessly squandering precious resources.

It appears that the relationship between Colin and Livia Firth has definitively ended, about nine years following Livia’s 11-month passionate fling with Marco Brancaccia.

In 2016, the Firths managed to reconcile, but they separated again in 2019. They’ve now decided that not only their personal relationship, but also their professional one is over. This decision led them to close the company they co-founded in 1998, just a year after their marriage.

However, this situation presents a moral quandary for Livia, aged 55. She and Colin, 64, each held a 50% share in the company, Nana Ltd. With all outstanding debts settled, the company has approximately £500,000 left. This substantial sum will be divided equally between them.

To the actor, that amount might seem insignificant or pocket change, but to Livia, it carries much greater weight, especially considering the destiny of her other enterprise, Eco-Age, which arranges the yearly Green Carpet Fashion Awards. This company has garnered support from notable figures like Stella McCartney and Cate Blanchett.

Will closure of Colin Firths' firm hand £350k back to British taxpayer, months after his ex-wife's eco firm went under?

Unfortunately, Livia shared on social media in August that the company suffered a devastating blow when it was hit by criminals. As a result, the business was unable to repay debts totaling £1.2 million and had assets worth only £27,000.

She mentioned that despite our efforts, we haven’t managed to bounce back financially from the setback. Given that a police investigation is ongoing, she couldn’t provide more details, but expressed hope for fairness and resolution as time goes by.

However, this modest relief is unlikely to be felt by creditors in the United States, Italy, New Zealand, or even those at home like the British taxpayer, as Eco-Age owes a substantial amount of £351,000 to Her Majesty’s Revenue & Customs, and Royal bankers Coutts are owed an equally significant sum of £337,000.

Even though Livia isn’t legally required to return anything since Eco-Age was a separate entity, given her courageous stance against excessive consumerism, might she consider sharing some of her recent earnings from her other company’s closure?

Alan as a godfather? He’s hired

In a surprising twist, Sir Alan Sugar, famously known for dismissing contestants on his reality TV show The Apprentice, might find himself in a unique situation: being offered the role as godfather to the child of a past competitor, Tre Lowe.

The entrepreneur and his partner, Enas Daeki (an author and advocate for refugees), are preparing for their first child’s arrival. He mentioned that Alan Sugar would make an excellent godparent.

The smart set’s talking about… The royal solution to Harry and Meghan’s media mess

Given that their £80 million Netflix agreement is being seen as a potential threat, it’s quite possible that Harry and Meghan are actively exploring fresh possibilities within the entertainment world.

It’s possible that an interesting collaboration could take place since the pair has caught the attention of film producer Sheikha Abrar Khaled Al Sabah, who is part of the Kuwaiti royal family.

In 2019, Abrar established her production company, Abbey’s Productions. During the El Gouna Film Festival in Egypt, she shared with me her excitement about: ‘It’s quite delightful to see a blend of European and Arab royal families.’ As a mother of four, she expressed: ‘For us, it’s thrilling to be part of a contemporary group of royals globally. We can express our individual interests while still respecting our ancestral lineage.’

The businesswoman, who is passionate about enhancing the perception of the Arabian Gulf on screen, continues: ‘Everyone portrays us in a way that is not true, we’re actually different.

‘So I’m trying to get that message out there and change the ideas people have [about] the Gulf.’

Bad reviews still hurt, says Isaacs

His acting career has spanned almost 40 years, including roles in the Harry Potter films and The Patriot.

Nevertheless, at the age of 61, Jason Isaacs finds it challenging to handle critical remarks about his acting abilities on social media platforms.

In a conversation I had, Isaac (who portrayed Lucius Malfoy in JK Rowling’s magical universe) shared with me. He mentioned that he goes through all feedback, unfortunately making it possible for ten million individuals to share their opinions now. While the majority of comments are praiseworthy, he can be hurt for months by a single negative remark such as someone stating his nose appears artificial or his accent is poor.

Raising a glass to Churchill tipple

In the mornings, he preferred to fortify himself with whisky, and when it came to champagne, he had a fondness for Pol Roge.

It was during sips of cognac that Winston Churchill finalized the peace treaty with Stalin at Potsdam in 1945.

In celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Potsdam Conference, one of his relatives, Robert Spencer Churchill, plans to honor the event with a cognac called ‘Maze Churchill’, priced at £100 per bottle. This cognac comes from the vineyard owned by Robert’s wife, Jeanne Maze – who is the granddaughter of Churchill’s French friend Paul Maze.

Countess says ‘so long’ to Althorp

Can anyone else match the poise of the current Countess Spencer?

As an ardent admirer, let me express my curiosity: This week, I had the privilege to organize a lunch at Althorp, the breathtaking ancestral estate of my beloved husband, Earl Spencer. Remarkably, this could very well be one of the last events I’ll host in this enchanting place.

Indeed: she’s being sued for alleged misuse of private information by Cat Jarman – the blonde Scandinavian archaeologist who is now Earl Spencer’s lover.

Fury over Bella’s boycott backtrack

In a bold statement, model Bella Hadid declared that she wasn’t scared to potentially forfeit modeling opportunities because of her stance against Israel’s control over Gaza.

Consequently, the 28-year-old is encountering intense examination due to participation in the Victoria’s Secret fashion show held in New York City last month.

One of the primary companies that provided materials for the lingerie giant was purchased by the Israeli textile company Delta Galil back in 2019. Bella Hadid’s father, real estate developer Mohamed Hadid, who is Palestinian-American and aged 75, has spoken up in her defense, stating: “The criticism she has faced has been unjust.

as there’s no doubt [about] where her support lies.

Speaking further, Mr. Hadid, father of model Gigi, states: “In our family, it isn’t a matter of preference but duty to express our opinions about the situation in Palestine.

Lumley’s feeling fabulously festive

As a die-hard fan, I can hardly contain my excitement! It’s me, your humble servant, eagerly awaiting the moment when the fabulous Joanna Lumley joins her Absolutely Fabulous castmates once more on the radio waves for Kirsty Wark’s The Reunion. This Christmas special is not just a gift, it’s a dream come true!

I’m eagerly anticipating reuniting with Julia Sawalha, Jane [Horrocks] and Jennifer [Saunders]. Though we’ve each followed our own paths, there’s an undeniable spark when we’re all together again. I can almost feel that strange energy,” says Lumley. “We know just how Bubble would respond, or how Saffy would scorn it, and we can predict what Edina or Patsy might say.

(Very) modern manners

Even a month after giving birth, many mothers often feel overwhelmed, but heiress Alice Dellal, whose grandfather ‘Black Jack’ Dellal once spent an astonishing £1.7 million at a Monte Carlo casino in one night, is already out and about on the club scene with her newborn baby by her side.

At a ‘tot rave’ inside the Ministry of Sound nightclub in London, it was apparent that the 37-year-old individual was holding Buster, who is connected to skateboarder Charlie Birch (25 years old), in a sling.

Organisers say the music ‘is kept at safe levels – but is still loud enough to dance’.

2024-11-02 03:13