Meet the celebrities who beat their bullies

These celebrities were all victims of bullying - and they've shared their personal experiences (and survival tips) with with the world…


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Meet the celebrities who beat their bullies

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Lauren Goodger and Mark Wright met whilst they were both still at school. u2018He kept looking at me and I would smile back. It was obvious we fancied each other.u201919 of 42

Lauren Goodger and Mark Wright met whilst they were both still at school. ‘He kept looking at me and I would smile back. It was obvious we fancied each other.’

Lauren Goodger and Mark Wright met whilst they were both still at school. ‘He kept looking at me and I would smile back. It was obvious we fancied each other

Mark and Michelle first met one another in 2011 at a soap awards ceremony before meeting again at the X Factor studios. Michelle recalls: I took my mum along and had to leave her while I was on camera. When I went back, she was in conversation with Mark. I overheard him chatting to her and making her feel comfortable. She told me what a nice boy he was.u201920 of 42

Mark and Michelle first met one another in 2011 at a soap awards ceremony before meeting again at the X Factor studios. Michelle recalls: I took my mum along and had to leave her while I was on camera. When I went back, she was in conversation with Mark. I overheard him chatting to her and making her feel comfortable. She told me what a nice boy he was.’

Mark and Michelle first met one another in 2011 at a soap awards ceremony before meeting again at the X Factor studios. Michelle recalls: I took my mum along and had to leave her while I was on camera. When I went back, she was in conversation with Mark. I overheard him chatting to her and making her feel comfortable. She told me what a nice boy he was

Lauren and Mark's first date was a summer walk through the woods in Essex. Their second date was at Marku2019s house where they u2018lay on the sofa.’ Lauren wrote in her book: u2018It was all very innocent. I would never put out in the first few dates.u201921 of 42

Lauren and Mark's first date was a summer walk through the woods in Essex. Their second date was at Mark’s house where they ‘lay on the sofa.’ Lauren wrote in her book: ‘It was all very innocent. I would never put out in the first few dates.’

Lauren and Mark's first date was a summer walk through the woods in Essex. Their second date was at Mark’s house where they ‘lay on the sofa.’ Lauren wrote in her book: ‘It was all very innocent. I would never put out in the first few dates

Mark and Michelle reunited on holiday in Dubai at the end of 2012. The couple welcomed in the New Year together, reportedly with a steamy midnight kiss.At the time, an onlooker told The Sun: u2018They met in the bar and had to wait quite a while for a table. At the end of the meal Mark kissed her for five minutes in public, a big no-no in Dubai. We were shocked they were at it for so long.u201922 of 42

Mark and Michelle reunited on holiday in Dubai at the end of 2012. The couple welcomed in the New Year together, reportedly with a steamy midnight kiss.At the time, an onlooker told The Sun: ‘They met in the bar and had to wait quite a while for a table. At the end of the meal Mark kissed her for five minutes in public, a big no-no in Dubai. We were shocked they were at it for so long.’

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Michelle says she wasnu2019t too sure about Mark following their first date. I thought he was very polite, but I was wary and didn't want to get involved with someone at that time,’ she said. u2018But the more we met up, the more I liked him. He's a genuine guy, very down to earth and a proper gent - he holds the door open for me and makes an effort with my friends and family.u201923 of 42

Michelle says she wasn’t too sure about Mark following their first date. I thought he was very polite, but I was wary and didn't want to get involved with someone at that time,’ she said. ‘But the more we met up, the more I liked him. He's a genuine guy, very down to earth and a proper gent - he holds the door open for me and makes an effort with my friends and family.’

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On the contrary, Lauren had strong feelings for Mark straight away. Following her and Marku2019s first date, Lauren said to her mum, u2018I think Iu2019m in love.’ In her book, Lauren wrote that Mark gave her u2018butterflies.u201924 of 42

On the contrary, Lauren had strong feelings for Mark straight away. Following her and Mark’s first date, Lauren said to her mum, ‘I think I’m in love.’ In her book, Lauren wrote that Mark gave her ‘butterflies.’

On the contrary, Lauren had strong feelings for Mark straight away. Following her and Mark’s first date, Lauren said to her mum, ‘I think I’m in love.’ In her book, Lauren wrote that Mark gave her ‘butterflies

Lauren says that she and Mark u2018dropped everything’ so they could spend time together. According to Laurenu2019s book they always stayed at each otheru2019s houses and were u2018joint at the hip.u201925 of 42

Lauren says that she and Mark ‘dropped everything’ so they could spend time together. According to Lauren’s book they always stayed at each other’s houses and were ‘joint at the hip.’

Lauren says that she and Mark ‘dropped everything’ so they could spend time together. According to Lauren’s book they always stayed at each other’s houses and were ‘joint at the hip

It wasnu2019t long before the Mark and Michelle became smitten either. The pair posted lots of pictures of themselves looking happy and loved up. They shared this particular snap with the caption: u2018We were planning a big night out tonight ... Plans have now changed! #piggingoutu201926 of 42

It wasn’t long before the Mark and Michelle became smitten either. The pair posted lots of pictures of themselves looking happy and loved up. They shared this particular snap with the caption: ‘We were planning a big night out tonight ... Plans have now changed! #piggingout’

It wasn’t long before the Mark and Michelle became smitten either. The pair posted lots of pictures of themselves looking happy and loved up. They shared this particular snap with the caption: ‘We were planning a big night out tonight ..

Lauren and Mark went on their first holiday together whilst they were still at school. The young couple stayed at Marku2019s uncleu2019s Villa in Spain, and according to Lauren the holiday was littered with rows. During one row, Lauren fell into a jacuzzi fully clothed- yikes!27 of 42

Lauren and Mark went on their first holiday together whilst they were still at school. The young couple stayed at Mark’s uncle’s Villa in Spain, and according to Lauren the holiday was littered with rows. During one row, Lauren fell into a jacuzzi fully clothed- yikes!

Lauren and Mark went on their first holiday together whilst they were still at school. The young couple stayed at Mark’s uncle’s Villa in Spain, and according to Lauren the holiday was littered with rows

Mark and Michelle have enjoyed a several holidays together, most recently in Dubai (where they met). They even shared this adorable snap of them cuddling up together in flight. So cute!28 of 42

Mark and Michelle have enjoyed a several holidays together, most recently in Dubai (where they met). They even shared this adorable snap of them cuddling up together in flight. So cute!

Mark and Michelle have enjoyed a several holidays together, most recently in Dubai (where they met). They even shared this adorable snap of them cuddling up together in flight

Mark and Michelle got engaged in Dubai in September 2013. Michelle shared a snap of them gazing into each otheru2019s eyes with the caption: u2018THANKYOU for all the lovely messages, and yes it's true @markwright and I are engaged!! We are so SO happy :-) xxx.u201929 of 42

Mark and Michelle got engaged in Dubai in September 2013. Michelle shared a snap of them gazing into each other’s eyes with the caption: ‘THANKYOU for all the lovely messages, and yes it's true @markwright and I are engaged!! We are so SO happy :-) xxx.’

Mark and Michelle got engaged in Dubai in September 2013. Michelle shared a snap of them gazing into each other’s eyes with the caption: ‘THANKYOU for all the lovely messages, and yes it's true @markwright and I are engaged!! We are so SO happy :-) xxx

Mark was previously engaged to Lauren. He proposed to her on TOWIE right after Lauren told sister Nicole that she was u2018done’ with Mark for good. Awkward! The couple were (sort of) happily engaged for a short while before calling it quits for good.30 of 42

Mark was previously engaged to Lauren. He proposed to her on TOWIE right after Lauren told sister Nicole that she was ‘done’ with Mark for good. Awkward! The couple were (sort of) happily engaged for a short while before calling it quits for good.

Mark was previously engaged to Lauren. He proposed to her on TOWIE right after Lauren told sister Nicole that she was ‘done’ with Mark for good. Awkward! The couple were (sort of) happily engaged for a short while before calling it quits for good

Mark and Michelle have spoken about having kids, with Mark saying: We both love kids and family life, so it's perfect.31 of 42

Mark and Michelle have spoken about having kids, with Mark saying: We both love kids and family life, so it's perfect.

Mark and Michelle have spoken about having kids, with Mark saying: We both love kids and family life, so it's perfect

Lauren and Mark also spoke about having children, and Lauren even fell pregnant during their relationship. She decided not to go ahead with the pregnancy as the couple felt they werenu2019t ready to become parents.32 of 42

Lauren and Mark also spoke about having children, and Lauren even fell pregnant during their relationship. She decided not to go ahead with the pregnancy as the couple felt they weren’t ready to become parents.

Lauren and Mark also spoke about having children, and Lauren even fell pregnant during their relationship. She decided not to go ahead with the pregnancy as the couple felt they weren’t ready to become parents

Since Mark and Michelleu2019s engagement, Laurenu2019s ex said in an interview that he had never been in love before Michelle. Lauren was not too happy about this!33 of 42

Since Mark and Michelle’s engagement, Lauren’s ex said in an interview that he had never been in love before Michelle. Lauren was not too happy about this!

Since Mark and Michelle’s engagement, Lauren’s ex said in an interview that he had never been in love before Michelle

Lauren accused Mark of u2018dismissing’ her and undermining their lengthy on/off relationship.34 of 42

Lauren accused Mark of ‘dismissing’ her and undermining their lengthy on/off relationship.

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Michelle indirectly accuses Lauren of being jealous, tweeting mysteriously: u2018People only rain on your parade because theyu2019re jealous of your sun and tired of their shade.u201935 of 42

Michelle indirectly accuses Lauren of being jealous, tweeting mysteriously: ‘People only rain on your parade because they’re jealous of your sun and tired of their shade.’

Michelle indirectly accuses Lauren of being jealous, tweeting mysteriously: ‘People only rain on your parade because they’re jealous of your sun and tired of their shade

Lauren swears sheu2019s happy for the couple, telling a UK mag: u2018Iu2019m certainly not jealous.' We wonder what will happen next??36 of 42

Lauren swears she’s happy for the couple, telling a UK mag: ‘I’m certainly not jealous.' We wonder what will happen next??

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