Celia Walden
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Celia Walden (born December 1976) is a British journalist, novelist and critic. She is the daughter of former Conservative Party Member of Parliament George Walden.
Walden was born in Paris and educated at Westminster School and at Cambridge University.
Walden is a feature writer and former gossip columnist. She was the last person to edit The Daily Telegraph's now defunct diary, known as "Spy". She previously wrote for the Daily Mail.
Her first novel, Harm's Way, was published in 2008 to excellent reviews.
Since 2006, she has dated Piers Morgan, an ex-editor of the Daily Mirror who is now a television personality and a fellow critic. Former lovers include the chef Jean-Christophe Novelli and fellow Telegraph columnist Bryony Gordon. Previously a fan of Brentford F.C., since her engagement has converted to supporting Arsenal FC, and is now frequently seen at games wearing a replica shirt with 'Morgan, 1' on the back.
December 18, 2009 - A statement on Morgan's official website read: "Piers has taken the plunge and proposed to his girlfriend of four years Celia Walden - and she said yes!
References
- My Mentor: Celia Walden on George Walden The Independent, Monday, August 4, 2008
- The Observer, Sunday July 9, 2006: Life as a gossip girl, by Polly Vernon Profiles of several UK gossip columnists, including Celia Walden.
- Press Gazette: Axe grinder 28.10.05
- It's a Gossip Thing; Celia Walden and Jessica Fellowes bring you the lowdown on the latest in books, films and celebs... The Mail on Sunday (London, England), March 7, 2004
- Celia Walden at IMDb