Olly Murs

2024 - 9 - 19

Olly Murs: From Circus Fame to Royal Traffic Jam!

Emotional Family History - Latvian Roots - Olly Murs - Prince William - Who Do You Think You Are?

Olly Murs discovers his circus roots and causes a royal traffic jam - Read about his emotional family history and his awkward encounter with Prince William!

When the charming and talented Olly Murs stepped onto our screens in the latest episode of *Who Do You Think You Are?*, he was about to delve into a remarkable family saga that connected him to his great grandmother, Veronika Jankovska. The uncovering of his Latvian ancestry revealed Veronika was not just any ordinary figure; she was a circus performer! As Murs navigates the emotional journey of tracing his roots back to the Salamonska Circus in Riga, viewers are treated to an awe-inspiring tale of courage and resilience. Little did he know, this family history would lead to tears not just for him, but for countless fans watching at home.

But it wasn’t just long-lost relatives that made his headlines lately; our pop star faced some hiccups in his performance schedule too! In a rather amusing turn of events, a mix-up with a booking agent left the White Horse pub in East Runton in a pickle, as they had to cancel Olly's performance to their great embarrassment. Talk about a pop star blooper! Making headlines is all part of the gig, and Murs is doing it seamlessly, even amidst the chaos!

In a lighter twist of fate, Olly recently found himself caught up in a royal traffic jam during the King's Coronation. With his warm and engaging personality, Olly struck up a conversation with Prince William, which inadvertently caused a backlog of celebrities waiting to greet the Duke. Murs recounted the hilarious moment where, realizing the queue had grown to a ridiculous length, he had to 'creep away', leaving behind a gaggle of star-studded fans and flustered aides. Who knew trying to engage in royal chatter would lead to such a comedic jam?

It’s safe to say Olly Murs knows how to make waves—whether it's through discovering his circus roots or causing a royal stir, the singer-songwriter is always at the heart of entertaining narratives. Speaking of Murs' great grandmother, it is said that many circus performers had fascinating lives filled with adventure, making Olly’s discovery even more intriguing. Moreover, his casual brush with royalty highlights that sometimes, even the most laid-back conversations can lead to epic tales.

In the grand tapestry of celebrity life, Olly Murs continues to dazzle us not just with his music, but with engaging stories that combine family history, comedy, and unexpected encounters. From awkward moments with princes to heartfelt family revelations, Murs proves that his life—and celebrity status—is just as vibrant as any circus performance ever was!

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Olly Murs discovers his Latvian great grandmother was imprisoned ... (Who Do You Think You Are Magazine)

Singer-songwriter Olly Murs discovered his great grandmother was a Latvian circus performer on Who Do You Think You Are?

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Olly Murs will not perform at The White Horse in East Runton (Eastern Daily Press)

A blundering booking agent has left bosses at a Norfolk bar and restaurant red-faced after a pop star blooper. On Sunday, The White Horse in East Runton ...

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Olly Murs had to 'creep away' from Prince William after awkward ... (WalesOnline)

Singer Olly Murs has told how he managed to get Prince William onto his favourite subject when they met at the King's Coronation.

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Olly Murs reveals he once 'crept away' from Prince William after ... (Scottish Daily Record)

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As he sets out to find out what happened to his Latvian great grandmother, Veronika Jankovska, he travels to the Salamonska Circus building in Riga.

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Olly Murs forced to 'creep away' from Prince William after awkward ... (Cornwall Live)

Singer Olly Murs has revealed how he ended up causing a right royal traffic jam at the King's Coronation after he was summoned to speak to Prince William ...

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Olly Murs 'had to creep away' from Prince William after chat created ... (Cambridgeshire Live)

Singer Olly Murs has told how he got Prince William onto his favourite subject when they met at the King's Coronation - and it caused quite a tailback of ...

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In particular, he was keen to learn more about the fate of his great-grandmother Veronika Jankovska. Earlier in the episode he recalled that his grandfather ...

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Olly Murs fans in floods of tears after 'saddest ever' Who Do You ... (The Sun)

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