Dancing On Ice co-host Phillip Schofield has denied that he and Holly Willoughby had been rapped by telly bosses after dubbing skating diva Gemma Collins as 'unprofessional'. The The Only Way Is Essex (TOWIE) star was criticised for her attitude by the presenting duo after she left the Dancing on Ice crew waiting while she enjoyed an afternoon nap. The GC claimed that as a result, Holly and Phil had got into trouble by ITV execs. But, as the fallout continues, 56-year-old Phillip has attempted to put the reality TV star straight about whether he had to answer to bosses for his criticism, as the Mirror reports. Speaking to Radio Times , Schofe said: "No, we weren’t in trouble [for calling Gemma unprofessional] at all." In fact, Phillip believes the controversy that has surrounded the ITV skating competition so far has been fantastic publicity, as well as making the show essential viewing. He continued: "What’s lovely is that it’s fantastic telly, it’s … [Read more...] about Phil and Holly ‘not in trouble’ with ITV bosses over Gemma Collins comments
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Fugitive killer Jack Shepherd arrested in Georgia, ITV News understands
Fugitive speedboat killer Jack Shepherd has been arrested in Georgia, ITV News understands. Shepherd, 31, had been on the run after he was sentenced to six years imprisonment for manslaughter of Charlotte Brown by gross negligence, in his absence last summer. Ms Brown, 24, was killed after the speedboat Shepherd had bought to "pull women" flipped into the icy waters of the River Thames during their first in December 2015. Her father Graham Brown told ITV News the news made him cry. “So many emotions, we’ve been on such a journey to get here. It’s just almost absolute relief that he’s been found and that we’re close to getting justice for Charlotte. Yeah, it made me cry.” "It’s just overwhelming, you know just out the blue that Jack Shepherd has been arrested", he added. "He was all along in Georgia – it’s absolutely fantastic news that it now looks like he’ll come back to the UK to serve his sentence.” On Tuesday, Ms … [Read more...] about Fugitive killer Jack Shepherd arrested in Georgia, ITV News understands
David Dimbleby gushes over the BBC as he accepts award live on ITV
David Dimbleby amused viewers as he gushed over the BBC while receiving a Lifetime Achievement award on ITV. The broadcasting stalwart was honoured at the National Television Awards just weeks after he stepped down from his role as Question Time chair. After a show reel of his career was played Dimbleby took to the stage to give a heartfelt speech but viewers couldn’t help but chuckle as he praised the BBC while live on ITV. One joked: “Loving Dimbledore trolling ITV with constant mention of the BBC #NTAs.” Another said: “Mate you do realise you’re on itv talking all this about bbc #NTAS.” “Can’t decide if David Dimbleby has genuinely forgot that the #NTAs awards are on ITV whilst he’s been bigging up the BBC for 10 minutes or he’s the ultimate troll. Either way, an absolute legend,” laughed somebody else. In his speech, Dimbleby said: “All the things you saw there were on the BBC. I’e been a fan … [Read more...] about David Dimbleby gushes over the BBC as he accepts award live on ITV
When is Judge Rinder’s Crime Stories on ITV and what cases feature in series four?
ITV Daytime’s resident judge has returned to explore more of Britain’s worst crimes in a new series of Judge Rinder’s Crime Stories. The small claims court ruler has traded in his gavel (but not his robe) for investigative journalism, covering criminal cases - here's the lowdown... When is Judge Rinder's Crime Stories on? Judge Rinder's Crime Stories returned for series four on January 14, 2019. It airs every Monday afternoon at 2pm on ITV. Episodes are then available shortly after broadcast on the channel's streaming site, ITV Player. Judge Rinder usually deals with arbitration cases in his self-titled law series - Crime Stories first aired in 2016. What is Judge Rinder's Crime Stories about? The programme investigates real-life crimes with reenactments, interviews with the families and loved-ones of the victims. There are also interviews with officers who worked on the case when it happened. Cases vary from wrongful imprisonment to murders and acid attacks. So far … [Read more...] about When is Judge Rinder’s Crime Stories on ITV and what cases feature in series four?
What time are the NTAs 2019 on ITV? Live stream, time, channels and all the red carpet action
THE cream of the small screen will be out in force for this year's National Television Awards TONIGHT. But where can you watch it? And what coverage will be on? Here's what we know... When is the 2019 NTAs on TV? Is there a live stream? The 24th National Television Awards will take place TONIGHT (January 22, 2019), and the event will once again be held at The O2 Arena in London. You can watch it on ITV from 7.30pm or on ITV+1 from 8.30pm. If you miss it you can catch it again on the ITV Hub. The show is hosted by Dermot O'Leary. It's yet to be revealed what time the live stream coverage on Twitter will start. SILENT LOCATIONS We reveal where the hit BBC series Silent Witness is filmed A BUMPY ROAD Here's all you need to know about E4 show Spencer, Vogue and Baby Too She's magic Who is Hermione Norris? Cold Feet actress who appeared in Spooks and Kingdom Gone for good? The lowdown on whether Hayley Slater will be leaving EastEnders witness the stars Meet the cast of Silent Witness, … [Read more...] about What time are the NTAs 2019 on ITV? Live stream, time, channels and all the red carpet action