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‘I'd be the last to know’: Stars of The Gentlemen react to Meghan reports

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:44:13 GMT

The world premiere for series 2 of the Netflix drama took place on Wednesday night in London.

Kirstie Allsopp airlifted to hospital after fall during birthday celebrations

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:11:42 GMT

The TV presenter slipped and injured her leg while walking home from a beach in Devon with her family.

'Beautiful, vibrant' Disney star Carla Jeffery dies aged 33

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 09:37:34 GMT

Jeffery was known for playing cheerleader Bree in 2018 Disney Channel movie Zombies and two sequels.

Girl group Katseye are missing two members, but their tour still dazzles

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:19:53 GMT

Reduced but resilient, girl group Katseye received a hero's welcome in London.

Jive Bunny And The Mastermixers creator dies at 84

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:08:27 GMT

Tributes are paid to John Pickles, who formed the novelty pop act in Rotherham in 1989.

Man About the House star Richard O'Sullivan dies aged 82

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 09:59:36 GMT

His biggest roles included Robin Tripp in 70s TV sitcoms Man About the House and Robin's Nest.

What famous scenes are in the epic Bayeux Tapestry?

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 18:40:57 GMT

The 70m (230ft) tapestry, which tells the story of the Norman Conquest and the Battle of Hastings in 1066, will be on display the British Museum.

'Not only did I survive, I thrived' - Meera Syal

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:28:31 GMT

The Wolverhampton-born comedian and actress shares her experiences in her new memoir.

Russell Howard 'devastated' after his baby son died shortly after birth

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 11:26:32 GMT

The comedian says his son Felix died earlier this year shortly after his wife Cerys had given birth.

Charli XCX electrifies Reading Festival with era-spanning set

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:34:34 GMT

The British singer and Irish rock band Fontaines DC both headlined the first night of Reading for 2026.

What we know after the big Grand Theft Auto 6 preview

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:04:11 GMT

The official look at the blockbuster video game leaves fans and critics impressed.

Prue Leith: 'You come into your own growing old'

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:23:14 GMT

The former Great British Bake Off star says ageing is something to celebrate.

'Gromit was nearly a cat!': Secrets from 50 years of Aardman

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 00:34:18 GMT

Aardman turns 50 with stories of cat-like Gromit, silent Shaun and Chicken Run's Oscar legacy.

Ariana Grande makes emotional tour exit and steps back from public life

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:41:05 GMT

The star makes an emotional farewell as she wraps up a tour she's described as her "last hurrah".

Catherine Zeta-Jones praised by fans for using Welsh accent in TV series

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 17:03:12 GMT

The Hollywood actress is starring in a new thriller series using her natural Swansea accent.

How Oasis fans cracked the Celtic Park gigs code in chip shop video

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 12:06:37 GMT

Internet sleuths spotted sets of numbers in posters suggesting the map co-ordinates for Celtic's Parkhead stadium in Glasgow.

Freddie Mercury mural unveiled at Wembley Park

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 05:18:01 GMT

The artwork is anamorphic, so the image only resolves when viewed from a single marked spot about 65ft away.

How Victoria Beckham turned her fashion firm around and made it profitable

Wed, 02 Sep 2026 23:24:06 GMT

The pop star formerly known as Posh Spice has taken nearly two decades to turn a profit.

Gavin and Stacey star Rob Brydon's regret at turning down Dolly Parton interview

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 17:04:53 GMT

The comedian visited Dollywood in his BBC series Rob Brydon's Honky Tonk road trip.

They were raised on Drag Race UK - but can they snatch the crown?

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:23:50 GMT

A new wave of queens raised on the hit reality show are among the 12 contestants set to compete for the series eight crown.

In the studio with Kasabian: 'We never thought we'd see success again'

Tue, 01 Sep 2026 23:56:25 GMT

The rock band invite us into the studio to talk about the unexpected "third act" of their career.

Dolly Parton gets new star on Hollywood Walk of Fame after vandalism

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:47:51 GMT

Fans laid flowers on the singer's star after her death, but vandals scratched her name off.

Steve Irwin's family celebrates 'superhero' dad, 20 years after shock death

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 04:06:41 GMT

The Australian icon was killed in 2006, after a stingray's barb pierced his chest during filming.

Jacob Elordi on why The Dog Stars had him asking 'What am I missing' in life?

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 23:44:07 GMT

Sir Ridley Scott's post-apocalyptic epic explores the feeling of hope in a pandemic-riddled world.

This actor was told he had Alzheimer's, now he's performing a one-man show

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 01:47:54 GMT

Peter Marinker is taking on one of Samuel Beckett's most famous plays alone on a London stage.

Why Northern Ireland was the 'perfect place' for Robin Hood's death

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 23:00:34 GMT

The Death of Robin Hood, which stars Hugh Jackman and Jodie Comer, was filmed entirely in Northern Ireland.

Amelia Dimoldenberg to close doors of Chicken Shop Date

Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:08:53 GMT

Amelia Dimoldenberg announces she will end her popular YouTube series after more than a decade.

Lauryn Hill, Wyclef and Giggs among surprise guests at Jay-Z's long-awaited UK show

Sat, 05 Sep 2026 01:53:45 GMT

The US rapper rolled back the years for more than two hours at the first of his two shows in London.