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DUECE Jones-Drew is better than his NFL icon dad was at the age of 16 – and has high hopes of making it all the way.

The high school running back grew up idolizing his father Maurice Jones-Drew as he became one of the best players in Jacksonville Jaguars history.

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Duece Jones-Drew (right) wants to make it to the NFL and follow his in his dad Maurice Jones-Drew’s (left) footsteps[/caption]

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Duece Jones-Drew in action for De La Salle against the NFL Academy at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, England earlier this month[/caption]

Duece plays for the same De La Salle high school where his dad attended – and made an immediate impact on debut.

He missed his entire freshman year with a shoulder injury, but exploded for a 64-yard touchdown run to begin his sophomore season in August.

Earlier this month he played on the international stage as De Le Salle took on the UK-based NFL Academy at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, England.

The 16-year-old has blistering speed having ran the 100 meters in 10.8 seconds and is already attracting attention from colleges such as UCLA and Utah.

And the high school sophomore is on a trajectory to be even better than former NFL rushing leader dad Maurice was.

Speaking to The Sun about following in his dad’s footsteps, Duece said, “I would’ve played football anyway.

“I used to get football cards when I was young and spread them out and play with them.

“It’s always just been football, football, football.

“We have a long season ahead but definitely the NFL is the goal and so far it’s been pretty good.”

Duece has already dealt with the agony of injury after being forced into shoulder surgery.

“It definitely sucks being on the side lines just watching,” he admitted.

“I had surgery last year and was out the whole year the I came back and dislocated it again.

“But I got to see the game from a different perspective and that helped a lot.

“I was doing track in the off-season to help with my speed and feel like I’m doing good right now.”

Duece grew up in a football family and learned some valuable lessons from his dad.

“I know how far hard work takes you,” the 16-year-old said.

“He’s not on me a lot about it but I saw what he did in the NFL and I know I need to translate it to my game.

“I have a different personality on the field than off the field.

“Off the field I’m a quiet person, but on the field I can let out a bit more.

“It’s always good to have a resource to get everything out.”

FANS are clamouring for another series of the hit Hulu show Tell Me Lies after series 2 ended on a shocking cliffhanger.

When the identity of the person Evan had an affair with was revealed, there was a collective gasp amongst viewers across the world.

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What is Tell Me Lies about?

Tell Me Lies follows the relationship between Lucy Albright (played by Grace Van Patten) and Stephen DeMarco (played by Jackson White).

The series follows their relationship as it develops after their first meeting at the Upstate New York school named Baird College.

Tell Me Lies is known for its shocking twists and turns, including the shocking reveal of a character’s death at the end of Season One.

Jackson described the drama series to E! as being similar in tone to “reality TV”.

He added: “It’s juicy, it’s relentless.

“It wraps up some things, it also leaves a lot open-ended.

“It’s well-crafted.”

Jackson is dating his on-screen partner Grace in real life, after the pair met while auditioning for the hit show.

Season 2’s surprise ending

Season 2 followed the relationship that blossomed between Bree (played by Catherine Missal) and Evan (played by Branden Cook).

The couple were all set to tie the knot until Bree made a shocking discovery: Evan had cheated on her.

After a season of twists and turns, it was finally revealed that Evan had cheated on Bree with the show’s protagonist and Bree’s closest friend Lucy.

A recording sent to her on her wedding day, by Stephen, confirms her suspicions as Evan’s voice can be heard admitting to the affair.

The episode ended on a cliffhanger as Lucy, unaware of Bree’s discovery, approaches her enraged friend with a smile and a bouquet of flowers.

The shocking revelation changes every single character’s relationship to each other, so fans are desperate to know what happens next.

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Will there be a season 3 of Tell Me Lies?

Meaghan Oppenheimer, the creator of the show, has not revealed whether there will be a season 3.

However, she did reveal that Tom Ellis, known for his roles in Miranda and Lucifer, would not be returning if another season got the green light.

She told Variety: “I think Tom was just wanting to do one season.

“I think that we wrapped up his storyline in a way that really worked for me.

“I don’t know where else we would go after that with him.

“I think we could bring Marianne back, maybe.

“There’s a lot more story to tell with her.

“But I think we kind of learned that Oliver is so broken and hollow by the end of this season that I’m ready for Bree to be done with him.”

Jackson has said that he would “love” to do a third series of the show and added that some of his co-stars have become his “closest friends”.

POPSTAR Shawn Mendes called a halt to his live show in Brooklyn to pay tribute to Liam Payne following his “completely devastating” death.

The Senorita singer paused his gig at the Paramount Theater as he reflected on the passing of the One Direction hitmaker, who died after falling from the third floor of his hotel balcony this week.

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Shawn Mendes paused his concert in Brooklyn to pay tribute to the late Liam Payne[/caption]

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He told how ‘the world was crying’ for the One Direction hitmaker, who passed away aged 31[/caption]

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Liam, left, fell from the third floor balcony of his hotel[/caption]

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Senorita singer Shawn told how he had met Liam ‘a couple of times’[/caption]

Shawn, 26, told how he had met the X Factor alum “a couple of times” and addressed how “the world was now crying” for the Little Things singer.

The Canadian, who wore a white top and dark trousers, with a guitar slung around his body, took the mic in his hand as he addressed the crowd.

He said: “I got to meet Liam a couple of times, and he was a beautiful soul and his eyes gleamed, it was beautiful.

“It’s about grieving those we miss with tears and it’s also about celebrating them and who they were and what they left in this world and I just want to take a second to send so much love to him wherever he is up there.

“Liam, we love you.

“The world is crying for you, brother, and we’re all praying for your son and your family.

“I miss you. This one’s for you tonight, Liam, from all of us.”

Shawn then went on to perform his unreleased track Heart Of Gold in a dedication.

He has treated fans to a rendition of the tune before, yet it hasn’t hit the charts as yet.

In the chorus he chanted out: “You had a heart of gold/You left too soon, it was out of your control/Underneath your skin and bone/You had a heart of gold.”

HEARTBREAKING TRIBUTES

Shawn’s dedication came after Liam’s former partner Cheryl released a heartbreaking message addressing the father of her child.

The pair share son Bear, aged seven.

Girls Aloud singer Cheryl shared a touching photograph of him with baby Bear next to a heartbreak emoji.

She added a statement on Instagram that said: “As I try to navigate this earth shattering event, and work through my own grief at this indescribably painful time, I’d like to kindly remind everyone that we have lost a human being.

“Liam was not only a pop star and celebrity, he was a son, a brother, an uncle, a dear friend and a father to our 7 year old son.

“A son that now has to face the reality of never seeing his father again.”

Cheryl went on: “Before you leave comments or make videos, ask
yourself if you would like your own child or family to read them.

“Please give Liam the little dignity he has left in the wake of his death to rest in some peace at last.”

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It comes as…

• Louis Tomlinson seen for first time since Liam’s death
• Tragic messages prove Louis was ‘reaching out to Liam’
• Liam’s worried friends planned an intervention over his drink & drug use
• Cops reveal minute-by-minute breakdown of events before Liam’s death
• Liam’s phone key to solving death mystery – as cops hunt drug dealer
• One of the last people to see Liam alive reveals ‘disturbing’ behaviour
• Liam was ‘dropped by his record label’ days before he died

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Liam’s partner Kate Cassidy also issued an emotional statement on his premature passing.

X Factor head honcho Simon Cowell then admitted “every tear shed is a memory of you.”

The star’s bandmates have also come out in force with tributes, with Pillowtalk singer Zayn Malik admitting he was “in bits.”

Louis Tomlinson was also said to be “constantly reaching out” to Liam shortly prior to his passing.

Meanwhile, loyal fans have also launched a fundraising page for a charity which was close to Liam’s heart.

SAD PASSING

Liam’s family released an emotional statement on his premature passing this week.

It read: “We are heartbroken. Liam will forever live in our hearts and we’ll remember him for his kind, funny and brave soul.

“We are supporting each other the best we can as a family and ask for privacy and space during this awful time.”

Liam was in Buenos Aires for pal Niall Horan’s tour when he tragically plunged from the third floor on Wednesday afternoon.

A source confirmed to The Sun that Liam has died.

Liam shared a post on Snapchat only minutes before his death and showed him and his girlfriend Kate Cassidy looking into a mirror.

The singer-songwriter was staying at Hotel CasaSur in the neighbourhood of Palermo.

Crowds of heartbroken fans have gathered behind a cordon outside the accommodation to pay tribute to the star.

The star’s cause of death has since been revealed as well as Liam’s tragic final hours.

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Liam’s bandmates have also paid heartfelt tributes[/caption]

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The dad of one leaves behind son Bear, who he shares with ex partner Cheryl[/caption]

CRUZ Beckham has declared his love for his much older girlfriend Jackie Apostel publicly as they were spotted kissing in Beverly Hills.

David and Victoria Beckham’s youngest son took to social media to make his feelings towards his new beau known on her 29th birthday on Friday.

In an Instagram story to mark the occasion, Cruz showed Jackie sitting in front of a large cake, waiting to blow out the candles.

He captioned it: “Happy Birthday xx I love you,”

Jackie reposted the cute pics, telling her followers: “Was sobbing.”

Jackie also posted to her Instagram sharing a mirror selfie with her boyfriend alongside some kiss emojis.

Cruz has been with the Brazilian singer since April.

The couple were then spotted publicly together at Glastonbury in June.

They have since become known for their very PDA approach to one another and were most recently seen looking loved-up as they strolled around Beverly Hills arm-in-arm on Tuesday.

Cruz was pictured wearing a Beatles t-shirt, baggy trousers and a blue cap, while the singer opted for a stylish black satin midi dress with a gold belt and black ballet flats.

The couple were pictured looking very cosy together, kissing outside an Italian eatery.

His new love has also been pictured with the Beckham family and was sat front row at Victoria’s latest Paris Fashion Week show wearing one of her designs.

Previously part of the Brazilian girl band Schutz, she gained more than one million plays on her first EP – Reformation a side – a trip on the Relationship. 

She now makes a living through songwriting.

They got together following the breakdown of Cruz’s relationship with the Norwegian music artist Bby Ivy, Viktoria Reitan.

He was accused of cheating on her after the singer posted a video to TikTok, which was cryptically reshared by another romantic interest, Issey Moloney.

He had been linked to Issey prior to his relationship with Bby Ivy.

He has also been linked to actress and dancer Skye Ladell, and Tana Holding, 19, who he split with in October 2023.

MOTO GP star Marco Bezzecchi has been airlifted to hospital after a horror collision in today’s Australian GP.

Bezzecchi collided with Maverick Vinales on the first corner at Phillip Island Grand Prix circuit.

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A huge crash saw two riders come off their bikes during the Australian Grand Prix[/caption]

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Maverick Vinales and Marco Bezzecchi were involved in the crash[/caption]

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Bezzecchi got caught in Vinales’ slipstream and collided into his rear[/caption]

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The pair immediately flew off their bikes[/caption]

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They hit the deck and were moving at speed[/caption]

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They both rolled into the gravel trap on the side of the track[/caption]

The pair both flew off their bikes in what was described as a “massive crash” by the commentary team for the GP.

It’s believed that both riders were travelling at around 120MPH during the time of impact.

Fortunately Vinales has been declared fit after the incident, while Bezzecchi was airlifted to a hospital in Melbourne for a full checkup.

It’s understood that Bezzecchi has not suffered any fractures or serious injuries at this time.

The pair made contact while entering Doohan corner, which is known to be one of the most intimidating corners on the MotoGP calendar.

Bezzecchi appeared to be dragged into Vinales’ slipstream and the collision saw both riders slam to the floor and dismount from their bikes in nasty fashion.

Vinales was treated for an elbow in jury after the fall, while Bezzechi took the brunt of the crash.

The Italian was left face down and motionless for 10 seconds in the gravel trap before being treated.

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Vinales was able to get up and get on the back of a Steward’s bike[/caption]

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Bezzecchi had to be stretchered away[/caption]

He was later checked over for any fractures or serious injuries before being airlifted to hospital for further examination.

Vinales was able to get on the back of a Stewards bike to be removed from the track after getting up quickly, while Bezzecchi required a stretcher.

The incident is still under investigation by the Stewards.

Fellow rider, and Bezzecchi’s teammate, Fabio Di Giannantonio saw the crash unfold in front of him and even got hit by debris from the incident.

Speaking about the terrifying moment, he said: “For sure, I saw the crash, it was a scary moment – believe me, it was a really scary moment.

“Because when you are arriving there, you have to control your bike, and you see two bikes in front of you exploding – literally – it’s scary.

“Also, because some pieces from their bikes hit me. I got a titanium plate on racing suit completely destroyed; also on the helmet and the screen.

“It was a scary one. Luckily everybody seems to be okay, but it was a tough one.”

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Fabio di Giannantonio described what it was like to be behind the crash[/caption]

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