Eric Clapton reckons he will never know his natural father - because his mother has taken the secret of his identity to her grave.

Guitar legend Eric Clapton is celebrating after becoming a dad for the fifth time - at the age of 59.

Des O’Connor, to be a dad again at 72, is following in the footsteps of other famous figures by embracing the challenges of fatherhood while others are anticipating, or enjoying, retirement.

Eric Clapton is refusing to confirm reports he has secretly got married.