News about Darren Palmer
When he dresses shirtless in the bath to celebrate the introduction of his latest Meir range, Block judge Darren Palmer shows off his toned frame
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March 26, 2024
As he went shirtless while posing in a bath to announce his collaboration with premium tap company Meir, the Block judge, 46, showed off his toned body. For the glitzy party at Toffee Studios, he posed a chic figure in a black vest top and smart brown trousers, which he complemented with chunky heeled boots.
As the show's stars shoot a Baywatch-style promo on Phillip Island ahead of the new season, Block's Darren Palmer flaunts his rippling abs
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March 12, 2024
The Block, Channel Nine's renovation show, is celebrating two decades on the air this year. Last week, the stars of the hit reality show were seen filming their promotional video on Phillip Island, Victoria. As he shot a Baywatch inspired scene for the trailer, long-time judge Darren Palmer showed off his muscular figure and ripped abs sporting only a pair of tiny red shorts.
On Queensland's Gold Coast, the Block judge helps create a $6 million Christmas tree
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December 1, 2023
On Queensland's Gold Coast, Block judge Darren Palmer has helped build a stunning seaside mansion. The four bedroom, three bathroom pad, valued at $6.18 million, is up for auction in the Yourtown children's charitable Christmas raffle. According to The Gold Coast Bulletin, Palmer, 45, collaborated with boutique designer and builder Jayson Pate to create the three-level luxury spread.
Darren Palmer, the Block judge, reveals how he and his partner got into a marriage after just two dates: "I stayed and didn't go home."
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November 3, 2023
Darren Palmer, the Block judge, has shared how quickly he and his wife fell in love. The interior designer, 45, who has been married to Olivier Duvillard for 13 years, confessed he was initially reluctant to date him. 'My husband asked me out a few times,', he said to 9Honey, and I said no. We went on our first date and I was like, "I'm in danger."
Steph and Gian of the Block were seen enjoying their newly renovated home in Melbourne ahead of the show's first 'Open for Inspections' in the renovation industry
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October 13, 2023
On the juggernaut Channel Nine renovation show, Steph and Gian have certainly had a rough road. However, the childhood sweethearts, who were both 27, couldn't take the pride off their faces when they visited their completed home on Tuesday. The couple were all smiles as they photographed along the fence of their house on Charming Street in Hampton East.
As critics slammed the Block's 'dark' and 'bland' color scheme, fans are split on Steph and Gian's superb score for their winning kids' bedrooms
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October 10, 2023
Steph and Gian gained confidence this week when they announced their victory for Kids' Bedroom Week with a flawless score - but not all fans agree that it is well-deserved. Both the childhood sweethearts, who were 27 years old at the time, received tens throughout the board from The Block judges. But fans of the Channel Nine renovation show were still split on Monday night over Darren Palmer, Shaynna Blaze, and Marty Fox's flawless score.
Several reports have been received regarding Channel Nine's latest season of The Block concerning bullying and "promotion of anti-social conduct."
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October 2, 2023
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has been overwhelmed by reports regarding The Block's new season. ACMA received a total of 28 calls in a week. The majority of the probes related to allegations of bullying, racial abuse, and promotion of anti-social activity among contestants,' a spokesperson for ACMA told The Australian.'
After supporters slammed the show as a 'toxic soap opera,' Block judge Darren Palmer says he does not condone bullying.'
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September 19, 2023
Darren Palmer, the Block judge, has talked to many followers about the show's 'toxic behaviour.' After Sunday's episode in which they revealed the master suite rooms, the 45-year-old shared his thoughts in a Q&A on his Instagram. On Instagram, Darren encouraged followers to use the search function, adding, "It's the time to ask me anything."
Fenton & Fenton's demise: In the aftermath of closing, the boutique homewares store owes $1.6 million to customers
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August 23, 2023
As liquidators search for a new customer, a boutique homewares store that collapsed is revealed to be owning clients, former employees, and suppliers millions. Fenton and Fenton, based in Prahran, Melbourne's inner southeast, was placed under external control earlier this month. To wind down the company, liquidators Adam Nikitins and Stewart McCallum of EY were appointed.
Is The Block rigged?Judges slammed for their 'inconsistent' and 'bias' critique - as fans reveal why they can't stand newcomer 'real estate a**hole' Marty Fox
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August 23, 2023
Judges Darren Palmer and Marty Fox have been chastised for their inconsistent and biased judging style on this season of the Channel Nine's renovation program. Following this week's judging of the contestants' studios, which culminated in Steph and Gian's victory for House 4, fans of the show called out the true estate gurus. Viewers claimed that the judges were showing favouritism for the married couple, pointing out that their studio was nothing more than a "sad beige guest room."
The Block 2023: After the 'disgusting real estate agent's' brought her to tears, new judge Marty Fox cops a savage spray from contestant Liberty's mother
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August 22, 2023
On Monday night, Block's new judge Marty Fox scolded Liberty's mother despite openly condemning the contestant's styling abilities. Liberty was elipped by Neale Whitaker's frank remarks during the studio room unveiling. However, the 34-year-old producer's mother wasn't having it, calling the property guru a 'a**hole' while talking on the phone with her distraught daughter.
The Block 2023: Judge Darren Palmer and Marty Fox's latest hit season are already brewing
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August 21, 2023
The new season of the famous renovation series The Block was only on television earlier this month. However, viewers of The Channel 9 show that they may have already noticed a rivalry between Darren Palmer and the program's new judge Marty Fox. One viewer wrote: 'Every time he spoke, Darren Glazed over and looked at the floor/other direction.'
After his emotional farewell address was cut from the premiere, Block judge Neale Whitaker DELETES a scathing spray at show producers
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August 13, 2023
Neale Whitaker, the Block judge, has taken to social media to condemn producers for editing a video of his farewell address during last Sunday's premiere. The 61-year-old announced on the show that he would no longer be judging weeks to Shaynna Blaze and Darren Palmer, but that he would not be going to air. Neale went back to the editors later for the 'frustrating' and 'unexplained decision' not to include the part in which he revealed he was taking time off to care for his partner David, who was suffering from health problems.
Judge Neale Whitaker of Blockbusters has a scathing blast at show producers over his edit in season one: 'There's nothing more frustrating.'
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August 7, 2023
Neale Whitaker, the Block judge, has chastised the editors for rearranging his emotional farewell address during Sunday's season premiere. During the interview, the 61-year-old told Shaynna Blaze and Darren Palmer that he would not be able to return to work for the first week, but that his explanation as to why he was stepping away never made it to air. Nevertheless, Whitaker's fellow judges welcomed him to a heartfelt embrace before informing him that they whole support for his decision.
The Block: A look at the five classic homes in Victoria before their transformation in the new season
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August 2, 2023
On Sunday, The Block's latest season begins. Fans of Channel Nine have a glimpse at the five houses in Victoria that are set to be remodeled on the forthcoming season of The Block. Teams will compete in five new series, with completely different designs, including one on Charming Street, East Hampton.
After the bidding fiasco during last year's conclusion, the Block owners have promised more affordable auctions in the new season, but they will welcome Adrian 'Mr Lambo' Portelli back
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August 2, 2023
The new season of The Block is expected to return on Sunday. After last season's anti-climax, the hit reality series's producers are hoping for a more affordable auction. Following winners Omar and Oz' selling their pad for $5,666,666,666, two of 2022's renovations were approved, with bidder Adrian 'Mr Lambo' Portelli driving up the cost of their house.
The Block 2023: Meet the teams ahead of season premiere
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July 10, 2023
All the contestants have been confirmed to appear on Channel Nine's new season of The Block 2023. The complete line-up for the competition has been revealed, including an influencer, actress' assistant, and company partners. Eliza Paschke and Liberty Paschke, as well as Gianpietro Ottavio and Steph Ottavio are among the 2023 participants.
The Block 2023 cast members meet
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July 7, 2023
The latest season of The Block is sure to be drama packed. Insiders have predicted that Charming Street in Hampton East, Melbourne, would be like "nothing we've ever seen before." According to Yahoo, the incoming series has even been compared to 'Melrose Place on steroids,' comparing the renovation process to the high stakes 1990s soap.
Neale Whitaker reveals emotional reason why he will be more absent from The Block
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July 6, 2023
Neale Whitaker has given the reason for his departure from the upcoming season of The Block. The 61-year-old announced that he would cut back on his judging weeks to spend more time with his partner David, who recently suffered with some'serious health problems.' Marty Fox, a newcomer, will substitute Neale by joining Shaynna Blaze and Darren Palmer as a semi-regular judge.
With a new twist, the Block 2023 promises to take fans back to the 1950s.'
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June 22, 2023
The 19th season of Channel Nine's hit renovation reality show The Block has revealed new information about it. The new Blockheads were given a 12 week schedule right at the start of their renovation process, which was a change to the style. The show's contestants were unaware of each challenge a week ahead of schedules during previous seasons.
Meet the new hot judge on The Block! Marty Fox, a stout newcomer to Channel Nine, is praised on the show
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May 24, 2023
On The Block, there is a new hot judge. Marty Fox, a newcomer, was seen on the set of the Channel Nine renovation series in Melbourne over the weekend. Shaynna Blaze, the long-serving judge, looked overjoyed as she strolled alongside her new hunky co-star and stalwart Darren Palmer.
After a pop-up McCafe disaster, Shaynna Blaze nearly trips over in her stilettos on a doomed Block set
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May 16, 2023
The new season of The Block is well and truly underway. When she landed on Charming Street in Melbourne's Hampton East on Sunday, Shaynna Blaze nearly tripped over in her stilettos. The interior designer, who died while sipping on a McCafe coffee before entering House 2 with fellow judge Darren Palmer.
Shelley Craft, Shayna Blaze and Scotty Cam film retro commercial for the new season of The Block
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March 27, 2023
On Saturday, The Block stars were channeling the 1950s. Block judges Shaynna Blaze, Darren Palmer, and Neale Whitaker joined host Scott Cam and Shelley Craft in celebrating their retro best. At the new 2023 Block location, the cast gathered together to film a new commercial for the series.
Mitch and Mark make the case that tradies seldom win the competition
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February 10, 2023
Mitch Edwards and Mark McKie have shared their advice to upcoming contestants, reminding them to'stay off the tools' and let their tradies and labourers handle the grunt work. Professional house flippers who won the Channel Nine show in 2021 said contestants with experience as skilled tradespeople rarely win on auction day because they are often frustrated with delegating tasks and sometimes fail to see the big picture. The couple, who have renovated 20 houses in 20 years, received the Separate Bathrooms podcast award The Block is mainly about project management, not having practical skills.