Linda revealed her daughter Lauren gave her an ultimatum in 2010 when she threatened to stop her caring for her grandchild if she didn't give it up. Actress: The Likely Lads. She confirmed her sugar-free diet and wine ban led to her having a "meltdown", leading to severe anxiety and OCD which controlled her. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. ", * Loose Women is on weekdays, ITV at 12.30pm, Get the biggest TV headlines, recaps and insider knowledge straight to your inbox. In October 2013, Robson voiced an interactive video campaign for the British Lung Foundation aiming to ban smoking in cars with children on board in the United Kingdom, in memory of her father. They have two children. Starting the debate, Linda Robson said: At the end of the day, theyre just like anyone else theyre human beings. The Birds of a Feather star's decision to take up smoking again might come as a surprise to some as she revealed she had gone years without a cigarette in a previous Mirror interview. Both Lauren and Louis, however, were each subjected to traumatic events, which tested Linda and Mark's marriage, seemingly bringing it to the brink. She is also a grandmother to Lila and Betsy - Lauren's children. Linda and Mark have children Lauren, 34, Louis, 24, and Bobbie, 20 together, along with grandchildren Lila, five, and Betsy, six months, but after Lauren developed bulimia and Louis was diagnosed with PTSD after the murder of a friend, their marriage deteriorated. I always say its the mundane things that hold a couple together.. The 61-year-old returned to the ITV daytime show after a break, and told her fellow panellists and viewers at home about her battle withObsessive Compulsive Disorder, anxiety and depression, and a six-week stint in a treatment facility. [8][9] In March 2015, it was announced that ITV had commissioned a third revived series (twelfth overall) which began airing in January 2016. 's newsletter, you acknowledge that you have read and accepted hellomagazine.com's privacy policy, the cookies policy, and the website terms of use, and that you consent to hellomagazine.com using your data according to the established laws. Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group. Hell say hes worried for my health because if I get too big I [feel] like Im in my forties or early fifties, not in my sixties. Shes now focusing on being healthy and eating three full meals a day. The actress is on the mend after things 'got a bit much' over the festive period. 'Louis is doing really well now. [10] The next series has been ordered and plans were mad to air in 2017. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Linda's husband is Mark Dunford, 58. In November 2014, Robson was a part of Gareth Malone's 'All Star Choir',[12] who released a cover version of Wake Me Up to raise money for the BBC's Children in Need. Regular panellist Jenny Eclair left the show in June 2012, meaning Robson became a regular panellist on 19 June 2012, replacing Eclair. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. But if anything comes up where I have to go away now, I turn it down. Select this result to view Linda L Robson's phone number, address, and more. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Speaking about their relationship to Bella, Linda said: Were happy most of the time. Linda opened up on her secret battle for the first time on the show in January 2020, having been absent from the show for months. As of 2016 Robson appears on Loose Women 1 or 2 times a week. 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She recently told HELLO:"I never thought I'd feel like this again, that I'd fall in love and get the chance to start a new life. Linda Robson returned to the ITV show after a year-long break in January last year after revealing that she had been hospitalised due to her severe OCD. Speaking on Loose Women today, the. In 2008 her then 16-year-old son Louis was famously left cradling his dying best friend Ben. ", Linda went on: "You do think you're missing out, you're missing things, You wanna see what everyone is doing, the nice things.". I think he was just trying to make up an excuse to make himself feel better by trying to blame me for working.". And Im not going down without a fight, either! she said. The best result we found for your search is Linda L Robson age 70s in Cowden, IL. Linda, 63, who has played Tracey Stubbs since 1989, said that her mum ended up turning against her former best friend Pauline while she was on Emmerdale. The couple appeared to have been on a shopping trip as they hopped out of the car with a number of carrier bags. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Loose Women's Andrea McLean has opened up about her first marriage, Andrea made the confession during a discussion with Linda Robson on the show, Linda said: "I always say its the mundane things that hold a couple together" - which Andrea didn't agree with, The women were discussing Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie's split, Talking of her second divorce from Steve Toms, Andrea said: "Wed tried so many times to make it work, but it was hopeless", The Loose Women star is keen to marry for a third time, who later revealed she's taking a month off the show to have a hysterectomy, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Im overwhelmed by the messages of support Ive received over the last couple of days - from friends and strangers. Sharing her heartbreak over her first love, who she had daughter Lauren with, Linda said: "I caught him lots and lots of times, probably my biggest regret is that I didn't finish it earlier. However, Andrea, who has been divorced twice, didnt agree with her statement. ", Ive always been an open and honest person but talking about my mental health and everything me and my family have been through over the last year and a half was one the scariest things Ive ever had to do. In 2013, it was announced that Birds of a Feather was to return for a tenth series, this time airing on the ITV network. A source said the star was not sleeping well over the stressful festive season. Linda's eldest has two children of her own, making Linda one very proud grandmother. She explained: "She told me she was trying to get pregnant and wouldnt let me look after her baby if I didnt stop smoking.". 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The 59-year-old actress has been married to Mark Dunford for 27 years but admitted in a shock new interview that there were times when they were tempted to call things off as they suffered through some dark days. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Like this story? In 2012, Robson took part in the twelfth series of I'm a CelebrityGet Me Out of Here!, coming in 9th place. 185.241.138.135 She admitted she'd stayed off cigarettes until her 50th birthday but took up a 40-a-day habit just a week later. However, she doesnt want to put on any more weight and Linda added that Mark has worried about her health in the past. Wed tried so many times to make it work, but it was hopeless. emaildigishowbiz@the-sun.co.ukor call us direct on 02077824220. from failed first marriage to . 6 of our favourite bags from the luxe new accessories label to know, Win 10,000 to kickstart your fashion career, 5 new spring denim cuts to flatter your figure. Linda Robson has been happily married to her current husband for 26 years but still regrets being cheated on for so long in her first relationship. By her side! Linda's mum Rita had two smoking-induced heart attacks and her dad Bobby died from lung cancer. Birds of a Feather star Linda Robson has opened up about the moment she almost suffered a breakdown due to spiralling debts. ", Got a story? This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Tony Tyler was the first husband of English actress and television presenter Linda Robson. and then he'd go out.". 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Things became testing when Lauren was diagnosed with bulimia and Louis with PTSD after he witnessed the murder of his friend. Linda Robson was born on 13 March 1958 in Islington, London, England, UK. View our online Press Pack. [15] She is married with three children. [citation needed] Educated at Ecclesbourne Primary School, where Anna Scher started her Theatre School in 1968 with Robson and Pauline Quirke being amongst the founding students. The 58-year-old explained that Lauren's dad had told members of her family the reason he cheated was "because I was always away working". Beyond Paradise on BBC One: Guest cast includes two TV legends! Linda told her fellow panellists: "I came off all social media and put my phone down for a year, cos I'd had a really tough year that year. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Robson made her debut as a guest panellist on Loose Women on 19 August 2003, appearing alongside Kaye Adams, Carol McGiffin & Terri Dwyer. [17][18], Robson is a fan of Boris Johnson and revealed on Loose Women that she used to see and chat with him when he lived in Islington. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Prince Andrew has 'offered to manage prestigious Royal estates including Balmoral but King Charles has told PLATELL'S PEOPLE: Yes, Madonna toyboys are fun but not if you value your dignity. After a period of absence due to sickness, Linda returned to the panel from 17 January 2020. Both Lauren and Louis, however, were each subjected to traumatic events, which tested Linda and Mark's marriage, seemingly bringing it to the brink. Linda and Mark, meanwhile, tend to keep their marriage out of the spotlight. By registering to HELLO! "The strange thing was there was a family do not too long ago, and he actually blamed me for the break-up.". Linda is best known for her work on 'Birds of a Feather' and while she loves acting, she now insists on only taking on projects that will keep her near her family. She handed over control of her social media to her daughter, Bobbie, after explaining it all got too much. Ben was a friend of Linda's son Louis and was killed at the age of 16 when he was knifed 11 times while out celebrating the end of their GCSEs.