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Diana Ross has been bestowed the honour of headlining a special concert for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and she couldn’t be more of a perfect choice. The former Supremes singer, 78, will lead the line-up for the BBC’s Platinum Party At The Palace concert, which is being held in celebration of the Queen’s 70 years on the throne. Viewers will get to tune into the extravaganza as it broadcasts live from Buckingham Palace on BBC One on Saturday June 4. The concert will feature three stages, 3D projections across the face of the palace and an in-person audience of 10,000, so it promises to be quite the display. Singer George Ezra was the first act to be revealed for the event, while Queen guitarist Brian May recently hinted that he may also play a part in the Jubilee celebrations. Speaking to Zoe Ball on her BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show, Brian teased: ‘I don’t think I’m allowed to tell you this but I think something might happen. ‘There is talk of something … [Read more...] about Motown legend Diana Ross to headline Queen’s Platinum Jubilee concert weeks before Glastonbury performance

Dan Walker has teased who will be stepping into his very big shoes after his BBC Breakfast stint officially came to an end on Tuesday. The 45-year-old has bid farewell to the broadcaster before his move to Channel 5, where he’s set to replace Sian Williams as lead anchor on 5 News. On his final show, he was joined by former BBC Breakfast colleague Louise Minchin , as well as his Strictly Come Dancing professional partner Nadiya Bychkova calling in to wave him off this week. However, with the BBC yet to confirm his replacement, it seems Dan may have already got there first. His former co-star Sally Nugent, 50, who took over from Louise last year , tweeted a snap of herself on the famous red sofas alongside relief host Jon Kay, 52, ahead of Wednesday’s show. Dan later responded by retweeting it, with the caption: ‘The future right there,’ suggesting Jon was about to be announced as his successor. Many fans also commented below Sally’s initial tweet, … [Read more...] about Dan Walker hints at BBC Breakfast replacement after exit: ‘The future right there’

Phillip Schofield may be well-known across the UK, having worked on TV since the 1980s, but it turns out he also made quite an impression during his first job in New Zealand with a certain star of The Boys . On Wednesday’s This Morning , Chace Crawford and Karl Urban, two members of the cast of the gruesome Amazon superhero series, arrived in the studio to chat about season 3 with Phillip and Holly Willoughby . After discussing the upcoming new episodes , which Billy Butcher actor Karl teased will be ‘more dynamic’ and feature a ‘musical number’, it was revealed that he was actually holding himself back from fanning out on live TV. Holly brought up the fact that Karl, 49, used to watch Phillip, 60, when the presenter hosted Shazam! in New Zealand, after the This Morning presenter moved to the country with his family aged 19. Having spoken about how The Boys isn’t suitable for children to watch, Holly said to Karl: ‘Talking of kids watching things, you were … [Read more...] about The Boys star Karl Urban takes Phillip Schofield aback revealing he’s a huge fan: ‘I’m fanning out’

Dan Walker has officially left BBC Breakfast and is moving over to Channel 5 – but who could end up replacing him? The TV presenter, 45, is moving on to pastures new, and will now be the face of 5 News – replacing his former co-star Sian Williams after her own departure earlier this year. Announcing the plans back in April, Dan said : ‘I can’t wait to get stuck into the daily news show, but I am also excited about making some great new TV for Channel 5. ‘I love their ideas and creativity and it’s rare to get an opportunity like this where paths and ambitions meet. The chance to do something different was too good to turn down.’ His last BBC Breakfast show aired on May 17, and now that he’s waved goodbye to the team for good, we have a look at some of the famous faces tipped to take over his role. Jon Kay BBC Breakfast presenter Jon Kay is currently favourite to take the permanent position, having worked for the programme since 2010 – and covered for the … [Read more...] about Who could replace Dan Walker after BBC Breakfast exit? Jon Kay and Gethin Jones among favourites

One of the icons of ‘80s horror has now got his own multiplayer video game, but does it have the longevity of the film series? Evil Dead: The Game review - groovy multiplayer We love seeing an expert getting excited about their favourite subject. Whether it’s a highly skilled chef, an impassioned music expert, or a developer with a love for rubbish ‘80s horror flicks, we find their enthusiasm infectious no matter the topic. The makers of this game clearly love Friday The 13th with a passion, and they’re right in thinking that it does have a lot of potential for being made into a video game. We just wish they’d actually finished it before releasing it. We’ve seen a few Friday The 13th films over the years, but except for the one in space we couldn’t begin to tell you what ones they were – which we assume is probably true for most non-fans. But not the makers of this game. Developer IllFonic and publisher Gun Media clearly have an encyclopaedic knowledge of all things … [Read more...] about Friday The 13th: The Game review – campy fun

Two stars of the US version of The Office have revealed that one of the show’s hilarious episodes actually involved the cast’s lives being at risk behind the scenes – and we’re floored. Almost a decade after the sitcom came to an end, the show remains one of the most quotable and side-splitting comedies on TV. However, it wasn’t all fun and games behind the scenes, even on an episode as chaotic as ‘Work Bus’ in season nine, when the characters take on the challenge of converting their office onto a bus at the suggestion of Jim ( John Krasinski ). During filming, there were 14 actors, four crew members and plenty of furnishings on the vehicle in question, which would have made for extremely cramped working conditions. What’s more, Jenna Fischer , who played Pam, revealed that ‘the entire cast’ were ‘almost killed’ twice. Yep, you read that right. In a new book written by Jenna and her co-star Angela Kinsey called The Office BFFs, who co-host the podcast The … [Read more...] about The Office US star Jenna Fischer reveals moment ‘entire cast’ was almost ‘killed twice’ filming iconic episode

The first trailer has been released for Sir Kenneth Branagh ’s upcoming drama about Boris Johnson ’s leadership during the outbreak of the pandemic, and his impersonation is striking to say the least. Two years after the start of the pandemic, many of us would prefer not to watch a series that will remind us of a time when we had to lock down indoors, keep our distance from loved ones and only head outside for a law-abiding stretch of exercise. However, the new teaser for This England (previously titled This Sceptred Isle) might change some people’s minds, as Sir Kenneth completely disappears as he takes on the role of portraying the Prime Minister. In the first footage released for the show – which also stars Ophelia Lovebond as the politician’s wife Carrie Johnson and Andrew Buchan as former health secretary Matt Hancock – the camera takes viewers for a behind-the-scenes look at the inside of No 10 Downing Street. ‘A new dawn is breaking,’ a voiceover … [Read more...] about Kenneth Branagh remarkably uncanny as Boris Johnson in first look trailer for Covid drama This England

Sir Kenneth Branagh has completely transformed into Boris Johnson for his new role – and the photos from set prove that you can barely tell them apart. The thespian actor, 60, bore an absolutely uncanny likeness to the Prime Minister as he strolled through set with his head down, and a mop of blonde hair on his head. Thanks to prosthetics and make-up, Branagh was remarkably spot on with everything, even Johnson’s forward leaning walk. His new stolen look is all part of new drama This Sceptred Isle , which is currently filming in Worcestershire, recreating a real visit from Johnson back in March last year. The five-part series will track Johnson and the Government’s efforts during the first months of the coronavirus pandemic, and how he led the country through the uncertain times. This will include the efforts surrounding the NHS, the daily news briefings held to maintain updates, and the successes as well as the failings to contain the virus. This Sceptred … [Read more...] about Kenneth Branagh is spitting image of Boris Johnson as he takes on Prime Minister role in new Sky drama

It’s going to be an emotional night for Derry Girls fans everywhere as we say a final farewell to the squad that has kept us entertained for four years – but what lies ahead for the main cast? Tonight’s 45-minute episode depicts a key moment in Northern Irish history – the Good Friday Agreement vote. Titled ‘The Agreement’, it will take place a year later as Erin (Saoirse-Monica Jackson), Clare ( Nicola Coughlan ), Michelle (Jamie-Lee O’Connell), Orla (Louisa Harland ) prepare for their final year of school, the week that the referendum on the Good Friday Agreement took place. And there’s another important milestone that will be celebrated – Erin and Orlan’s joint 18th birthday party – but will their festivities be overshadowed by the historical vote? Writer Lisa McGee recently expressed her gratitude to Channel 4, thanking the network for giving her ‘the space to end the stories of these characters that mean so much to me with this special’. So far we’ve … [Read more...] about Derry Girls finale: What are the cast of Lisa McGee’s hit series doing next?

N-Dubz fans have been saying I Need You since the hip hop group announced they were taking a break 11 years ago. Well, now We Dance On as the trio – consisting of Tulisa, Dappy and Fazer – have announced they are getting back together for a reunion tour , as well as releasing brand new music. So get ready to grab your Dappy hats and be on your Best Behaviour and get reacquainted with the members of N-Dubz, as well as find out when they first began… When did N-Dubz first start? N-Dubz first got together in 2000, although their debut single – You Better Not Waste My Time – was released in 2006. The trio got together in 2000 and began making music together as teenagers in Camden Town where they had all grown up, They released the singles Bad Man Riddim and Life Is Getting Sicker by the Day under the original name of the Lickie Rinsers Crew, which became hits on pirate radio stations. They then changed their name to NW1 – but in order to avoid confusion with the … [Read more...] about When did N-Dubz start and who is in the group?