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Once on remand in Reading jail, Anthony Joshua is now heavyweight boxing's biggest star and poised to become the UK's wealthiest sports star. The dramatic turnaround in the fortunes of the one-time troubled street fighter has made his achievement in the ring all the more remarkable. The turning point for Watford-born Joshua, the son of Nigerian parents, was his arrest on drug offences in 2011 that threatened his promising boxing career. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player 9:35 Exclusive Interview: Joshua on his next move :: RESPECT! Best Twitter reactions to Joshua win :: Supersize pictures of the epic fight Advertisement It was the wake-up call that Joshua needed, rewarding those who believed in him by taking Olympic gold with Team GB at the 2012 London Games. The former bricklayer, who only took up the sport nine years ago, turned professional in 2013 and his victory over Wladimir … [Read more...] about Anthony Joshua: From street fighter to heavyweight boxing superstar

March 08, 2016 - 15:38 GMT She's ridden since the age of three and is a passionate horse breeder and owner, so it's no wonder that the Queen has spot-on prediction skills when it comes to horse racing She's ridden since the age of three and is a passionate horse breeder and owner , so it's no wonder that the Queen has spot-on prediction skills when it comes to horse racing. Homeland star Damian Lewis revealed on Tuesday that Her Majesty, who rarely bets herself, gave him a "simply fantastic tip" for Ascot. The actor and the 89-year-old monarch joined Prince Charles in touring one of the Prince's Trust centres in Kennington, south London to mark the charity's 40th anniversary. Damian was attending with his wife Helen McCrory in their role as Prince's Trust ambassadors. The group last met in April 2013 when the Queen was awarded an honorary BAFTA at Windsor Castle. CLICK TO VIEW GALLERY The … [Read more...] about Damian Lewis reveals the Queen helped him win at Ascot

MARTIN Lewis is urging bank customers to make an easy debit card switch to claim £170 free cash. The money is being offered as an incentive for people to switch to an HSBC account from another bank - here's how you could cash in . Banks often offer bonuses to new customers to encourage them to open an account - and HSBC is the current top payer. But you’ll have to be quick as the offer ends on July 18. To get the money from HSBC , you'll have to switch to an Advance or Premier account. There are also some terms and conditions, and not everyone is eligible - so do check before you switch. Read more on switching banks BANK ON IT How to get £100 free when you switch bank accounts to Halifax BANKING BONUS RBS will pay new and existing customers £175 to switch bank account To qualify for an Advance Account, you'll need to be approved for an optional arranged overdraft of at least £1,000. The … [Read more...] about Martin Lewis explains how to bag £170 free cash with easy debit card switch

October 04, 2021 - 15:48 BST Damian Lewis played Axe for five seasons on the hit show Damian Lewis has confirmed that he will be leaving the hit show Billions after five seasons. The actor, who plays Bobby Axelrod AKA ‘Axe’ on the hit show, revealed that he was leaving the show after a major twist in season five revealed that (and spoiler alert to those who have yet to watch it) he lost all of his companies to his rival, Michael. MORE: Damian Lewis' 14-year marriage to Helen McCrory - their love story Speaking about leaving the show, he told New York Times : “There’s an opportunity maybe for me to return. But for now, broadly speaking, Axe has been vanquished.” He added that it was “easily the most time I’ve spent playing one character” after playing the part for five years. Loading the player... WATCH: Billions season six trailer is here - but will you be watching? Executive producer Brian Koppleman took … [Read more...] about Damian Lewis confirms exit from Billions ahead of season six – details

January 26, 2022 - 12:03 GMT Damian Lewis and Helen McCrory were married in 2007 Damian Lewis has paid a heartbreaking tribute to his late wife Helen McCrory, nine months after her death in April 2021. The Billions actor attended a poetry performance at the National Theatre, and paid a beautiful tribute to Helen, revealing that the evening was dedicated to the Peaky Blinders actress. MORE: Peaky Blinders star Cillian Murphy talks filming season six without Helen McCrory He said: "This evening is dedicated to her and it's perfect, because Helen loved the National Theatre. One person whose thunder would absolutely not be stolen was Helen McCrory." He also read a poem, Everything is Going to Be All Right by Derek Mahon. Loading the player... WATCH: Billions season six trailer is here - but will you be watching? The couple's two sons, Manon and Gulliver, were in attendance for the special evening, which … [Read more...] about Damian Lewis pays heartbreaking tribute to late wife Helen McCrory

Shameless Boris Johnson has told friends he will "smash on" despite a string of resignations. The Prime Minister is said to have declared "I'm not going anywhere” despite Rishi Sunak , Sajid Javid and his Solicitor General all resigning last night. But MPs have other ideas - with a string of Tories from across the spectrum reading him the “last rites”. While the Cabinet are now mostly firm, the PM is being rocked by a string of junior resignations from government. Between 6pm on Tuesday and 2pm on Wednesday 21 MPs resigned from the government - nine ministers, nine parliamentary private secretaries, two trade envoys and one Tory vice chair. Back bench MPs across the spectrum, from moderate ex-ministers Chris Skidmore and Nick Gibb to culture war Red Wallers Jonathan Gullis, Tom Hunt and Lee Anderson, have charged over the top. For so many MPs, the revelation the PM knew about claims against MP Chris Pincher, then promoted him repeatedly, then “forgot” he’d been told, is … [Read more...] about All the Tories brutally turning against Boris Johnson’s leadership as MPs ‘read last rites’

Denise Van Outen has gone Instagram official with her new beau, eight months after her heartbreaking split from her cheating ex fiance Eddie Boxshall . The Celebrity Gogglebox star, 48, went public with property developer Jimmy Barba at the 12th annual Grand Prix Ball on Wednesday (June 29) after the pair were reportedly set up by their mutual pal, All Saints singer Shaznay Lewis . Taking to social media the next morning, the mum-of-one was flooded with supportive comments from celebrity pals and fans as she introduced her new boyfriend to her 667,000 Instagram followers. In the collection of shots, Denise can be seen beaming alongside hunky Jimmy as they enjoyed the swanky bash amongst other pals and guests. Denise Van Outen is seemingly no longer a single lady ( Image: Instagram/ @vanouten_denise) The star has made things Instagram official with new beau Jimmy Barba ( Image: Instagram/ @vanouten_denise) The former West End star wowed in a … [Read more...] about Denise Van Outen goes Instagram official with new man in cute couple selfie

Phillip Rhodes (Ngāti Awa, Ngāti Kahungunu) is a husband and father of two. He grew up in Hawke’s Bay and was fostered by Henare and Pam O'Keefe. He left Aotearoa to study singing in Cardiff, after winning the Lexus Song Quest in 2007. With support from Dame Kiri Te Kanawa’s foundation, he managed to establish himself as a professional singer in Europe with regular appearances in the UK's leading opera companies, including Opera North, Scottish Opera, Welsh National, English National and the Royal Opera House. He’s now come back home for Wellington Opera’s La Traviata, which shows from July 9-16 at the St James Theatre. What is the show you’re involved with? I will be singing the role of Giorgio Germont. Giorgio is a man of his time, a father who loves his son, and dotes on his (betrothed) daughter. He is a father who, like many, is willing to walk into hell in order to save his children. But in order to rescue his daughter's marriage he demands the termination of his son's … [Read more...] about Phillip Rhodes returns to Aotearoa for star role in Wellington Opera’s La Traviata

Alistair Campbell shocked by Kay Burley's comment on Johnson Sign up for FREE now and never miss the top politics stories again SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info While Sky News ' Kay Burley asked Alastair Campbell about the resignation of top cabinet minister, she unexpectedly told Alastair Campbell: "He's one the most successful Prime Ministers of this century." A baffled Mr Campbell exclaimed: "Sorry, did you just say that Boris Johnson is one the most successful Prime Ministers of this century? Mr Burkley hit back: "I did." Mr Campbell: "Based upon what?" Mr Burley cut him off saying: "He's achieved a majority." Related articles 'How can it be lawful?' Kay Burley skewers Sturgeon 'breaking the law' … [Read more...] about Alastair Campbell erupts as Kay Burley brands Johnson ‘one of the most successful leaders’

This looks like the endgame. A group of Cabinet ministers - including the new Chancellor Nadhim Zahawi - are planning to confront Boris Johnson this evening and tell him that he must step down as Prime Minister. The Telegraph understands that Brandon Lewis, the Northern Ireland Secretary, Grant Shapps, the Transport Secretary, and Simon Hart, the Welsh Secretary, are among those who are preparing to make the intervention . Mr Zahawi is also understood to be involved, with the push against the Prime Minister being coordinated by Chief Whip Chris Heaton-Harris. It comes as Mr Johnson continues to suffer a brutal wave of resignations. As this email was sent, 35 Tory MPs had left Government roles in the last 24 hours. Yet Mr Johnson told MPs at Prime Minister's Questions and the liaison committee that he intends to "keep going". Our live blog is your first point of call for breaking news. Our Government resignation tracker tells you who has quit and when they … [Read more...] about Wednesday evening UK news briefing: Cabinet ministers poised to tell Boris Johnson he must resign