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As reality television goes, The Only Way Is Essex has long been a phenomenon not just for its millions of devoted fans, but for the 'normal' people it catapults to instant stardom.

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- Primary source: Daily Mail
- Published: May 17, 2026, 5:13 PM UTC
- Coverage area: Crime & Justice
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