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Zara PowellEntertainment Reporter

Zara Powell is an entertainment reporter for The Daily Telegraph, where she brings a vibrant passion for storytelling to her work. She began her career as an intern at NewsLocal and was recognised as a Kennedy Awards finalist for Student Journalist of the Year in 2023. Specialising in celebrity features, lifestyle, and entertainment stories, Zara is dedicated to uncovering and sharing the unique narratives of individuals in the industry.

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Radio star Kate Ritchie will remain off air as she continues to deal with her mental health struggles. Pictures: News Corp/Supplied

‘So brave’: Co-hosts support Kate Ritchie during mental health battle

Kate Ritchie’s Nova co-hosts Fitzy and Wippa have offered their full support to the popular present after she opened up about her mental health struggles. READ what they said.

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DT EXCLUSIVE EMBARGO 2/2/2025, Heart Break high star Asher Yasbincek is nominated for an AACTA awards that are on this week. Picture: Supplied.

Heartbreak High star revels in AACTA nomination

She won the hearts of Australia as Harper on Heartbreak High, and now Asher Yasbincek is on the brink of the “biggest accomplishment” of her life.

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he Daily Telegraph Wednesday 29 January 2025, Olivia Deeble and Otis Dhanji, Actor Otis Dhanji acting as Peter in the upcoming Peter Pan Prequel at the Capital theatre.Picture Thomas Lisson

Stage set for former Home and Away star’s ‘full circle moment’

She shot to fame as a soap star on the small screen a decade ago, but stepping onto a Sydney stage holds a special place in former child actor Olivia Deeble’s heart.

Entertainment

Aussie big wave surfer Laura Enever has been announced as the newest ambassador for EVERAU. Picture: Supplied.,

Why big wave surfer Enever wants her world record to be broken

After claiming the world record for the largest wave ever paddled into by a woman last year, Aussie big wave surfer Laura Enever said she hopes the record is broken soon, here’s why.

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Joel Edgerton and Harrison Ford behind the scenes of the Glenmorangie campaign in Scotland. Picture:Supplied.

Joel Edgerton on meeting hero Harrison Ford

Australian actor Joel Edgerton has revealed what it was like meeting Hollywood legend Harrison Ford.

Confidential

DAILY TELEGRAPH 29TH JANUARY 2025Pictured in Surry Hills in Sydney is Lane Pittman, a young Aussie country music singer from Tamworth who will be touring with Luke Combs for the 2nd time on his Aussie tour.Picture: Richard Dobson

Aussie star shares the expensive way he maintains his mullet

Country singer Lane Pittman has become known for his signature mullet. Find out how he keeps it in top shape.

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Nic Kelly is co-how for his new show The Hot Hits. Picure: SUpplied

Mass radio sacking survivor is thriving better than ever

He’s avoided the recent mass sackings that sent shockwaves across the radio industry. Presenter Nic Kelly is one of those who is thriving.

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DAILY TELEGRAPH. STRICT EMBARGO SUNDAY FOR MONDAY 20TH JANUARY. Iconic 2000s rapper Akon photographed at W Hotel Sydney ahead of his performance at Juicy Fest 2025. Saturday 18/01/2025. Picture by Max Mason-Hubers

American singer’s legacy follows him Down Under

Two decades into his career, Akon’s music continues to follow him everywhere and he has no plans of slowing down anytime soon. The rapper sat down with Confidential ahead of Sydney’s Juicy Fest.

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Aussie comedian Wil Anderson is bringing his show Wilegitimate to the Cairns Performing Arts Centre on August 8. Photo: Supplied.

Aussie comedian swallowed drugs to avoid sniffer dogs

Aussie comedian Wil Anderson has recalled a daunting moment from decades ago, where he swallowed a plastic package filled with drugs to get into a Sydney music festival.

Confidential

Linda Rogan and Erin Molan pose together in New York. Photo: Instagram

Why life’s looking up for Linda Rogan in the Big Apple

Following her much publicised legal stoush with billionaire WiseTech Global founder Richard White last year, Linda Rogan appears to be living her best life in New York.

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