BBC viewers divided as ‘woke’ crime drama greenlit for new series amid backlash to ‘anti-UK’ scenes
The BBC announced on Wednesday the third series of Suranne Jones and Rose Leslie drama, Vigil, was on its way – but the upcoming show is already under fire from viewers who remember the so-called “anti-UK” scenes of the previous episodes.Vigil first aired in 2021, with the police procedural drama initially exploring the story of Jones’ character…
James Bond fans dealt devastating update as former director drops major release date bombshell on next film
James Bond fans could face a three-year wait for the next 007 film, according to veteran director Martin Campbell, 81. The filmmaker, who helmed both Casino Royale and GoldenEye, has revealed tensions between Eon Productions and Amazon are contributing to the significant delay.Campbell introduced audiences to two Bond actors in Pierce Brosnan an…
ITV Midsomer Murders poised to make history as female star surges in race to replace Neil Dudgeon amid exit speculation
Neil Dudgeon may not have announced his departure from Midsomer Murders just yet but it hasn’t stopped bookmakers from sparking speculation about potential replacements for the star. The 64-year-old has played DCI John Barnaby since 2010 but could potentially be succeeded by the show’s first female lead detective, according to predictions from …
Kevin Spacey, 65, demands Guy Pearce ‘grow up’ amid claims Oscar winner ‘targeted’ actor: ‘I was scared’
Kevin Spacey has told his former L.A. Confidential co-star Guy Pearce to “grow up” in a scathing video response to recent allegations of misconduct. The 65-year-old actor posted the video on X yesterday, addressing claims made by Pearce that he was “scared” of Spacey. While actors like Brian Cox and Sharon Stone have called for Spacey to return …
Gogglebox’s Siddiqui family left emotional as they announce heartbreaking death of family member
The Siddiqui family from Channel 4’s Gogglebox have sadly announced the death of their beloved pet cat Rufus, who passed away at the age of 15 and a half. The long-standing cast members shared the heartbreaking news on Instagram earlier this week, prompting an outpouring of support from fans.Rufus was described by the family as their “beautiful …
Maura Higgins barely recognisable as she debuts striking new look in public appearance amid Pete Wicks split
Love Island star Maura Higgins made a striking appearance at the F1 75 Live event at The O2 Arena in London on Tuesday – days after her split with Pete Wicks. At the beginning of the month, it was reported that Higgins and Wicks had called time on their short romance after keeping it under wraps for months. A source confirmed they were better of…
Sir Rod Stewart, 80, breaks silence as beloved Celtic crash out of Champions League as he issues heartfelt post
Sir Rod Stewart has spoken out for the first time since his beloved football team Celtic suffered a heartbreaking exit from the Champions League. The Scottish champions were sent out of the competition by German giants Bayern Munich. The Glaswegian team, one half of the legendary Glasgow Old Firm derby, travelled to Bayern Munich’s Allianz Aren…
BBC Bargain Hunt’s Charles Hanson told wife he’d ‘never lay finger’ on her days before arrest as texts emerge in court
TV auctioneer Charles Hanson promised his wife he would “never lay a finger” on her just days before his arrest last June 2024, Derby Crown Court heard yesterday.The 46-year-old Bargain Hunt star faces charges of controlling or coercive behaviour, assault occasioning actual bodily harm and assault by beating.Prosecutors allege Hanson subjected h…
Cailtlyn Jenner makes feelings clear on gender pronoun row after being branded ‘he’ by US TV star
Caitlyn Jenner has reignited the gender pronoun row after admitting she doesn’t believe in “forcing” people to refer to her as a “she” following her transition in 2015.The trans woman, 75, has sparked criticism recently for her support of President Donald Trump, backing his move to ban trans athletes from women’s sports.This week, Jenner sparked…
Cynthia Erivo sparks ‘blasphemy’ outrage as Wicked star cast as JESUS in Jesus Christ Superstar production: ‘Downright DISRESPECTFUL!’
Cynthia Erivo has been cast as Jesus in the Hollywood Bowl’s upcoming production of Jesus Christ Superstar, set to run from August 1-3The Emmy, Grammy and Tony winner, who is currently nominated for an Oscar for her role in Wicked, will take the lead in Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s classical musical.Erivo, 38, shared her excitement about t…