Katie Price Transforms for Pinocchio Panto Role, Supported by Pal Kerry Katona Through ‘Tough Time’

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Katie Price Embraces Fairy Role in Easter Panto Amid Personal Challenges

Katie Price, 46, has stepped into the role of the Fairy for the Pinocchio Easter Panto tour, sharing a glimpse of her glittering costume backstage. The model, who recently underwent a dramatic physical transformation, donned a sequined blue gown with puffed sleeves and a tiara for the production, which kicked off in Sevenoaks and will visit Clacton and Northampton.

[Image: Katie Price in her Fairy costume, caption: "Katie Price as the Fairy in Pinocchio‘s Easter Panto tour."]

Amid a reported "tough time," Katie has leaned on longtime friend Kerry Katona, 44, for support. The pair, who met on I’m A Celebrity in 2004, recently reunited for a joint UK tour later this year. Katie’s latest appearance sparked fan concern over her weight loss and altered look, with some claiming she’s "no longer recognizable."

Friendship Through Ups and Downs
Kerry has been a "pillar of support" for Katie, particularly after a difficult Mother’s Day where Katie missed spending time with her children. A source revealed, "They’ve been a shoulder for each other to cry on," noting Katie’s challenges balancing work and family life.

[Image: Katie and Kerry backstage, caption: "Katie and Kerry share a moment ahead of their tour."]

Katie’s extensive cosmetic surgeries—including 16 breast procedures, multiple facelifts, and a nose job—have drawn public attention. Meanwhile, Kerry has openly battled addiction and financial struggles, once admitting her marriage to ex Mark Croft revolved around "cocaine."

From Feuds to Reconciliation
Their friendship has weathered public spats, including a 2007 fallout when Katie labeled Kerry a "druggie." They reconciled, but tensions flared again in 2008 over parenting critiques. Despite this, they’ve repeatedly mended ties, even collaborating on pantos like Cinderella as stepsisters.

[Image: Katie and Kerry in Cinderella, caption: "The duo as stepsisters in a 2023 panto."]

Upcoming Tour: Tales of Resilience
This September, the pair launches An Evening with Katie and Kerry, a 38-date tour promising candid stories about fame, divorce, bankruptcy, and motherhood. The shows will mix humor, audience Q&As, and musical performances.

[Image: Tour promo poster, caption: "Katie and Kerry’s 2025 tour dates."]

Kerry, a former Atomic Kitten star, and Katie, a glamour model turned media personality, first bonded in the jungle 21 years ago. Their bond survived Katie’s split from Peter Andre in 2009, when Kerry briefly grew close to her ex. Despite occasional rifts—like Katie dropping out as Kerry’s bridesmaid in 2014—they’ve consistently reunited, calling theirs a "true friendship."

As Katie embraces her panto role and Kerry cheers her on, the duo continues to navigate life’s highs and lows in the spotlight, proving their enduring connection.

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