The biggest OMG moments of 2018

WHAT A YEAR

The most shocking moments of 2018

by Alex Ross |
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Well, that's it, although it feels like just last week that we were welcoming in the New Year with a glass of Champagne (well Prosecco, who are we kidding?), it's nearly time to do it all over again as 2018 comes to an end.

But don't be sad that 2018 is over, because what a BLUDDY great year it was! Check out the biggest moments that made us gulp with excitement/shock/anger and every other emotion you can possibly think of.

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The biggest OMG moments of 2018 (stacked)

The Spice Girls reunited1 of 49
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The Spice Girls reunited

In what was perhaps the best news of the year, the Spice Girls (minus Posh) announced they were reuniting for a Live Stadium Tour in 2019. The band famous for hits like 'Stop' and 'Wannabe' are playing at dates in Manchester, Coventry, Sunderland, Edinburgh, Bristol and London.

Ant McPartlin was charged with drink driving2 of 49
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Ant McPartlin was charged with drink driving

After overcoming his troubles in 2017, Ant McPartlin was arrested and later charged with drink driving in 2018.Subsequently, Ant entered rehab and made the decision to take time off from showbiz until next year, meaning his on-screen partner Dec Donnelly hosted Britain's Got Talent on his own for the first time in history.

Ed Sheeran announced his engagement3 of 49
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Ed Sheeran announced his engagement

After years of performing at other people's weddings, Ed Sheeran popped the question to his long-term girlfriend Cherry Seaborn. He announced the news on Instagram with this pic, writing, 'Got myself a fiancé just before new year. We are very happy and in love, and our cats are chuffed as well xx' [sic] He later teased that the pair had married.

Roxanne Pallett accused Ryan Thomas of 'punching her'4 of 49
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Roxanne Pallett accused Ryan Thomas of 'punching her'

Former Emmerdale actress Roxanne Pallett dubbed herself the 'most hated woman in the world' after she falsely accused Ryan Thomas of 'punching' her in the Celebrity Big Brother house. After video evidence proved Ryan had done nothing of the sort, the nation turned on Roxanne, with Ryan going on to win the show.

Cheryl and Liam Payne's PDA at The BRITs5 of 49
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Cheryl and Liam Payne's PDA at The BRITs

With hundreds of rumours circulating that Cheryl and Liam Payne had split up, the pair turned up together on the red carpet at the 2018 BRIT Awards and put on a MASSIVE PDA for the cameras, stating they were very much still together.

Ant McPartlin and Lisa Armstong divorced6 of 49
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Ant McPartlin and Lisa Armstong divorced

Despite being married for 11 years, Geordie presenter Ant McPartlin and his wife Lisa Armstrong split, with the couple later being granted a divorce in October 2018.

Brendan Cole was AXED from Strictly Come Dancing7 of 49
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Brendan Cole was AXED from Strictly Come Dancing

After 13 years on the show, Brendan Cole confirmed he had been axed from Strictly Come Dancing. Speaking on Lorraine, Brendan said ,"It's quite, actually, hard to talk about. The BBC haven't renewed my contract. We get contracted year upon year. They've made an editorial decision to not have me back on the show. I'm a little bit in shock. I'm quite emotional, a bit raw about it."

Kylie Jenner kept her pregnancy a 'secret'8 of 49
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Kylie Jenner kept her pregnancy a 'secret'

The youngest of the Kardashian/Jenner clan, Kylie Jenner, welcomed a baby girl called Stormi Webster with her boyfriend Travis Scott, but the reality star managed to keep her entire pregnancy out of the spotlight.

Prince Harry married Meghan Markle9 of 49
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Prince Harry married Meghan Markle

After announcing their engagement in 2017, Prince Harry married American actress Meghan Markle in a stunning ceremony at St George's Chapel. The couple now go by the name The Duke and Duchess of Sussex.

Caroline Flack got engaged!10 of 49
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Caroline Flack got engaged!

Love Island host Caroline Flack shocked the nation when she announced she was dating The Apprentice and Celebrity Big Brother star Andrew Brady.As if this wasn't enough, the couple announced their engagement just a few months into their romance. However, the pair then split two months later, but it looks like they are now back on track.

The 'Strictly Curse' hit Seann Walsh and Katya Jones11 of 49
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The 'Strictly Curse' hit Seann Walsh and Katya Jones

When Strictly Come Dancing returned to our screens this year, it didn't take long for DRAMA to hit the cast. Comedian Seann Walsh and his professional partner Katya Jones were pictured KISSING in the street, despite both having long-term partners. Whilst Seann's girlfriend Rebecca Humphries publicly dumped him on Twitter, Katya's husband, fellow Strictly pro Neil Jones, was a LOT more forgiving.

Love Island's Alex Bowen and Olivia Buckland got married12 of 49
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Love Island's Alex Bowen and Olivia Buckland got married

The first ever Love Island wedding took place when 2016 contestants Alex Bowen and Olivia Buckland tied the knot in a lavish ceremony in Essex.

Jessie J and Channing Tatum are DATING13 of 49
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Jessie J and Channing Tatum are DATING

After announcing his split from his wife Jenna Dewan, fans of Magic Mike actor Channing Tatum were in complete shock when it was revealed he's now dating pop star Jessie J. Although the pair haven't yet been photographed together, they've been publicly supporting each other online and even attended each other's shows!

Demi Lovato was rushed to hospital14 of 49
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Demi Lovato was rushed to hospital

American singer Demi Lovato was rushed to hospital and forced to postpone her tour following a suspected 'drug overdose'. The former Disney star spoke out about her addiction, saying, "I have always been transparent about my journey with addiction. This illness is not something that... fades with time. It is something I must continue to overcome."

Katie Price's entire 201815 of 49
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Katie Price's entire 2018

Where do we even begin with the Pricey? 2018 certainly hasn't been the best of years for the mum-of-five.She found out her husband Kieran Hayler was cheating again, faced the threat of bankruptcy, spent time in rehab, broke her driving ban, her mum Amy is bravely battling a terminal illness and things have been shaky with on again off again partner Kris Boyson.Let's hope 2019 is better for Kate!

Perrie Edwards and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain were GOALS16 of 49
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Perrie Edwards and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain were GOALS

Little Mix singer Perrie Edwards and her footballer boyfriend Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain continued to make us all jealous with their loved-up Instagram snaps. The pair enjoyed a romantic holiday to Mykonos in the summer where they showed just how loved-up they are.

Khloe Kardashian;s boyfriend Tristan Thompson 'cheated'17 of 49
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Khloe Kardashian's boyfriend Tristan Thompson 'cheated'

Khloe Kardashian welcomed a baby girl called True, but just days before giving birth, Khloe's boyfriend Tristan Thompson was accused of 'cheating' on the reality star. However, it looks like the couple put the drama behind them as they posed for this adorable photo during Thanksgiving.

Love Island returned to ITV218 of 49
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Love Island returned to ITV2

Everybody's favourite TV show Love Island returned to our TV screens with an AMAZING line-up of singletons. After a massive eight weeks, Dani Dyer and Jack Fincham were crowned the winners after the nation fell in love with their relationship.

Cheryl and Liam Payne SPLIT19 of 49
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Cheryl and Liam Payne SPLIT

After two and a half years together, and a baby boy called Bear, Cheryl and Liam Payne announced their split in July. Although things didn't work out, the pair have remained good friends and co-parent their baby boy.

Little Mix stripped naked to promote body confidence20 of 49
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Little Mix stripped naked to promote body confidence

Ahead of the release of their amazing album 'LM5', Perrie Edwards, Jade Thirlwall, Jesy Nelson and Leigh-Anne Pinnock posed naked to promote body confidence for their single 'Strip'. The group posed with words such as 'ugly', 'fat' and 'can't sing' written on their bodies.

Ben Jardine admitted to cheating on his wife21 of 49
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Ben Jardine admitted to cheating on his wife

Ben Jardine and Stephanie Saint Remy seemed very happy after meeting on Channel 4 show Married At First Sight... that was until Ben admitted to cheating on her live on the radio. Ben later entered the CBB house where he revealed he was going to become a dad for the first time, with the mystery woman giving birth to a baby girl later in the year.

Beyoncu00e9 and Jay-Z went on tour TOGETHER22 of 49
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Beyoncé and Jay-Z went on tour TOGETHER

Super couple Beyoncé and Jay-Z delighted fans when they toured the world with their 'On The Run II' tour.

Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson's whirlwind romance23 of 49
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Ariana Grande and Pete Davidson's whirlwind romance

It looked like pop princess Ariana Grande had found happiness again when she announced her engagement to Saturday Night Live star Pete Davidson. BUT, fast-forward a few months and the couple announced their split, leaving hearts broken all over the world.

Coronation Street aired heartbreaking suicide scene with actor Shayne Ward24 of 49
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Coronation Street aired heartbreaking suicide scene with actor Shayne Ward

Coronation Street viewers were left heartbroken when the soap aired a suicide scene with Aidan Connor, played by actor Shayne Ward.

Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin got MARRIED!25 of 49
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Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin got MARRIED!

After rekindling their romance in early 2018, Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin only went and got married in secret! Justin confirmed the news when he wrote on Instagram, 'Happy late thanksgiving to everyone. First thanksgiving as a married man, first time hosting thanksgiving. First time both sides of the family has come together. Relationships are hard and love isn't always easy but thank you Jesus for showing me how! Every day is a learning process, trying to be more like him, patient, kind, selfless, boy I got a long way! But gods grace is sufficient!' [sic]

Louis Walsh LEFT The X Factor26 of 49
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Louis Walsh LEFT The X Factor

After a massive 13 years on the show, everybody's favourite Irish talent judge QUIT his job on The X Factor. He said, "I've had a fantastic 13 years on The X Factor but the show needs a change and I'm ready to leave."

The Hills is making a comeback27 of 49
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The Hills is making a comeback

MTV announced that popular reality show The Hills will be making a comeback in 2019, with original cast members including Heidi and Spencer Pratt, Audrina Patridge and Stephanie Pratt.

Love Island's Jess Shears and Dom Lever got MARRIED28 of 49
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Love Island's Jess Shears and Dom Lever got MARRIED

After their fake wedding on Good Morning Britain on Valentine's Day in 2018, Love Island 2017 stars Jess Shears and Dom Lever got married for real in a private ceremony in Mykonos.

Westlife made a comeback29 of 49
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Westlife made a comeback

Westlife made a comeback to the world of music by announcing a 2019 tour. To celebrate 20 years as a group, the band will be at venues across the UK including Manchester, Newcastle, Glasgow, Sheffield, Leeds, Nottingham, Birmingham, Liverpool and more!

Olivia Buckland and Cara de la Hoyde's FEUD30 of 49
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Olivia Buckland and Cara de la Hoyde's FEUD

Love Island 2016 stars Cara de la Hoyde and Olivia Buckland had a massive fall-out after Olivia dropped Cara as her bridesmaid. Cara didn't even attend Olivia's wedding to Alex Bowen!

Big Brother got AXED31 of 49
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Big Brother got AXED

Bosses at Channel 5 announced that Big Brother and Celebrity Big Brother will NOT be returning.

Prince William and Kate welcomed their third child32 of 49
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Prince William and Kate welcomed their third child

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge welcomed their third child together, a baby boy called Prince Louis!

Kate Wright and Rio Ferdinand got engaged!33 of 49
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Kate Wright and Rio Ferdinand got engaged!

Former footballer Rio Ferdinand proposed to former TOWIE star Kate Wright in front of his three children! Rio popped the question as the couple enjoyed a holiday in Abu Dhabi.

Holly Willoughby landed the I'm A Celebrity job34 of 49
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Holly Willoughby landed the I'm A Celebrity job

With Ant McPartlin taking a year off from showbiz, Holly Willoughby was given the I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here presenting role alongside Dec Donnelly.

Coleen Nolan QUIT Loose Women after Kim Woodburn feud35 of 49
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Coleen Nolan QUIT Loose Women after Kim Woodburn feud

After their feud from the Celebrity Big Brother house resurfaced, Coleen Nolan QUIT Loose Women following an epic row with Kim Woodburn live on the show.

Jennifer Aniston split from Justin Theroux36 of 49
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Jennifer Aniston split from Justin Theroux

Jennifer Aniston split from her husband of two years, Justin Theroux. The couple released a joint statement regarding the separation.It read, "We are two best friends who have decided to part ways as a couple, but look forward to continuing our cherished friendship."

Lady Nadia Essex QUIT Celebs Go Dating37 of 49
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Lady Nadia Essex QUIT Celebs Go Dating

After being suspended for setting up fake Twitter profiles to troll her former co-star Eden Blackman, Lady Nadia Essex decided to quit her role on Celebs Go Dating.

Robbie and Ayda Williams welcomed their third chidl38 of 49
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Robbie and Ayda Williams welcomed their third child

X Factor judges Robbie and Ayda Williams shocked fans by announcing they've welcomed a new arrival into the world, a baby girl called Collete (Coco) Josephine Williams via a surrogate.

Destiny's Child REUNITED at Coachella39 of 49
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Destiny's Child REUNITED at Coachella

During Beyoncé's headline set at Coachella Festival, Destiny's Child reunited as Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams joined her on stage.

Sabrina The Teenage Witch  got a reboot40 of 49
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Sabrina The Teenage Witch got a reboot

Popular TV show Sabrina The Teenage Witch got given a reboot by Netflix. The new show is called The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina and is available to watch now on the steaming site.

Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid's on/off romance41 of 49
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Zayn Malik and Gigi Hadid's on/off romance

Former One Direction singer Zayn Malik and model Gigi Hadid shocked fans when they announced they'd split, only to reconcile their romance a few months later!

Fifth Harmony announced a hiatus42 of 49
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Fifth Harmony announced a hiatus

After Camila Cabello left to focus on her solo career, her Fifth Harmony band mates announced they were going on a hiatus.

Cheryl made her comeback to music43 of 49
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Cheryl made her comeback to music

Cheryl returned to the world of music by dropping her amazing hit single 'Love Made Me Do It'. After four years away, Cheryl performed her new track during The X Factor live shows.

Kanye West changed his NAME44 of 49
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Kanye West changed his NAME

Rapper Kanye West announced he'd changed his name 'Ye' .

Bodyguard had the nation hooked45 of 49
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Bodyguard had the nation hooked

Hit BBC drama Bodyguard, starring Julia Montague (Keeley Hawes) and Sergeant David Budd (Richard Madden) had the nation hooked! The show's writer Jed Mercurio has now more or less confirmed a second series.

Jaqueline Jossa and Osborne's reunion46 of 49
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Jaqueline Jossa and Osborne's reunion

Despite announcing their split in early 2018, former EastEnders actress Jacqueline Jossa and former TOWIE star Dan Osborne welcomed a baby girl together. Just weeks after her birth, Dan entered the Celebrity Big Brother house, where he finished in third place. After leaving the house, Dan and Jac rekindled their romance and now seem happier than ever!

Princess Eugenie got married!47 of 49
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Princess Eugenie got married!

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's wedding wasn't the only Royal wedding in 2018! Harry's cousin Princess Eugenie married Jack Brooksbank at St George's Chapel in Windsor.

Robbie Williams reunited with Take That48 of 49
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Robbie Williams reunited with Take That

When Take That performed on The X Factor final, judge Robbie Williams reunited with his former band mates, delighting fans!

Dani Dyer and Jack Fincham SPLIT49 of 49
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Dani Dyer and Jack Fincham 'SPLIT'

Love Island 2018 winners Dani Dyer and Jack Fincham shocked fans in December by announcing their split - just four months after leaving the villa loved-up. However, just days later, Dani's dad Danny revealed the couple just had a 'row' and they've since featured on each other's Instagram.

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