Hayley Williams turns her Roundhouse show into a restless solo statement
At a charged London gig, the Paramore frontwoman framed her solo catalogue as a defiantly genre-fluid body of work, moving between rock, pop, R&B and punk energy in a set praised for its intimacy and intent.
Alison Hammond returns to This Morning and reveals she feared a heart attack during live TV panic
Alison Hammond has returned to This Morning a week after leaving the programme and undergoing a hospital heart check-up. The presenter told viewers she feared she was having a heart attack before discovering she had experienced a panic attack.
Gromit Gets a Voice After 37 Years as Martin Freeman Narrates Autobiography Audiobook
After 37 years of silence on screen, Wallace and Gromit's famously wordless dog will have his inner thoughts narrated by Martin Freeman. Nick Park has explained the casting ahead of the autobiography's publication and a new immersive London experience.
Danny Boyle defends AI Margaret Thatcher in Ink as third 28 Years Later film goes on back burner
Danny Boyle has explained why he used artificial intelligence to recreate Margaret Thatcher's face in his latest film, Ink, without asking her estate for permission. The director also revealed that the third 28 Years Later film is not currently a priority.
Ola Jordan returns to Strictly Come Dancing's It Takes Two 11 years after leaving BBC show
Former Strictly Come Dancing professional Ola Jordan is returning to the BBC programme's companion show, It Takes Two, as a Friday panellist. Her appearance comes 11 years after she left Strictly, where she won the Glitterball trophy with Chris Hollins.
Michael Sheen takes over House of Games as Richard Osman signs off
Michael Sheen begins hosting House of Games on Monday after Richard Osman ended his nine-year run. The actor says he wants to preserve the programme’s warmth, humour and mischief.
AJ Pritchard faces backlash after making GB News presenting debut
Former Strictly professional AJ Pritchard has faced criticism after presenting The Saturday Five on GB News. Some viewers also questioned the move in light of his previous LGBTQ+ allyship.
Scottish singer Lena Martell dies after career spanning Broadway, television and music
Scottish singer Lena Martell has died after a career that took her from Glasgow to Broadway, the West End and the top of the UK charts. Musician Dougie Stevenson said she would be “sadly missed”.
Rowan Atkinson to bring Mr Bean and Blackadder to West End in Rowan Live
Rowan Atkinson will return to the West End with Mr Bean, Blackadder and other characters in Rowan Live. The 30-performance run will also feature newly written material.
Glastonbury 2027 tickets sell out in 42 minutes as price tops £400 for the first time
The general sale for Glastonbury 2027 sold out on Sunday morning. Organisers say a resale of returned tickets will follow in spring 2027.
Ted Lasso pays tribute to Anthony Head with an end card in episode nine
The penultimate episode of the new series closed with a card reading “In memory of Anthony Head”, months after the actor’s death at 72.
The Celebrity Traitors connections: who knows who in the castle
From Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan to Jerry Hall and Richard E Grant, BBC News has traced the friendships and past work that could decide the game.
Celebrity Traitors episode two: Amol Rajan murdered as James Acaster joins the traitors
The University Challenge host is the first victim of the series, James Acaster accepts a seat in the turret and Richard E Grant spends the episode trying to undo the biggest mistake of his life.
Glastonbury 2027 coach tickets sell out in under 30 minutes as general sale looms on Sunday
The first batch of tickets for the festival’s return after a fallow year went in less than half an hour. The main sale is at 09:00 BST on Sunday, with a new queue system and a £408 price tag.
The Celebrity Traitors returns tonight with 21 stars and an expanded run
Claudia Winkleman welcomes 21 celebrities to the castle as the BBC expands its hit spin-off to 10 episodes.
Naomi Campbell wins appeal against five-year charity trustee ban
A tribunal ruled that the most serious misconduct at Fashion for Relief was concealed from Naomi Campbell by a fellow trustee.
Brit Awards' Manchester move generated £5m for city region, study finds
An independent study says the 2026 Brit Awards generated £5m in additional spending and more than 3,000 temporary jobs in Manchester.
Esther Rantzen dies aged 86 after career spanning That's Life! and Childline
Bafta-winning presenter Esther Rantzen, who founded Childline and later campaigned on assisted dying, has died aged 86 after a television career spanning decades.
Oasis recordings pulled from auction after band files injunction over Desk Tapes
Unheard Oasis recordings valued at up to £1.6 million have been withdrawn from auction after legal proceedings brought by the band.
Glastonbury 2027 tickets: sale times, prices, registration rules and dates
Glastonbury 2027 tickets go on sale this week, with coach packages available first before general admission opens on Sunday morning.
David Harewood takes first on-screen lead in Channel 4 legal drama Pierre
David Harewood takes his first on-screen lead role in nearly four decades with Pierre, Channel 4's new six-part legal drama.
Michael Sheen starts busy BBC autumn as House of Games host
Michael Sheen is taking over House of Games from Richard Osman while preparing to appear in Celebrity Traitors from 1 October.
Michael Ball to star in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Michael Ball will play Willy Wonka at the London Coliseum in 2027, with a new Pure Imagination music video released alongside the announcement.
Free museum entry UK policy stays for overseas visitors
Overseas visitors will continue to enter England’s national museums for free after ministers decided against introducing charges for international tourists.
Sky ITV takeover chiefs pledge to maintain content scale
Sky and ITV executives used the Royal Television Society convention to address content investment as their $2.1 billion acquisition moves through UK regulation.
Rod Stewart final tour announced with UK arena dates for 2027
Rod Stewart will end his touring career with The Final Encore, a UK and European arena run beginning in April 2027 and ending in July.
Will Young Evergreen tour announced for 25th anniversary in 2027
Will Young will celebrate 25 years since his Pop Idol win with a 16-date full-band UK tour across February and March 2027.
Slipknot Marilyn Manson tour sparks fan backlash over Wembley support slot
Slipknot's new world tour has prompted criticism from some fans after Marilyn Manson was named as a support act at Wembley Stadium and in South America.
Horrible Histories scenes removed from BBC iPlayer under children's guidelines
Horrible Histories has had one episode removed and several scenes edited as the BBC says the changes were made to meet children's editorial guidelines.
U2 Announce Carnaval de Luz With Dolly Parton’s Final Vocal
U2 will release Carnaval de Luz in November, with Dolly Parton’s final recorded performance closing the 12-track album on the duet “Torn”.
Rory Stewart Newsnight Stare Goes Viral After Four-Second Reaction Shot
A four-second reaction shot of Rory Stewart staring at Ailbhe Rea on Newsnight has spread widely online after the programme’s move to 7pm.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child Returns as Single Three-Hour Play
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child will return as a single three-hour West End show after rising costs ended its original two-part format.
Charlie Brooker’s Blackmere Adds Rory Kinnear Ahead of 2027 Netflix Debut
Charlie Brooker’s four-part Netflix series Blackmere has added Rory Kinnear to its cast, with the absurd crime-thriller comedy arriving in early 2027.
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in New York criminal sexual act case
A New York judge sentenced the former Miramax head over a first-degree criminal sexual act against former production assistant Miriam Haley.
The Chase repeats return on ITV after two weeks of new episodes
ITV has switched The Chase back to weekday repeats after only two weeks of new episodes, prompting renewed frustration among viewers and cast.
Digger premiere brings Tom Cruise and the Waleses to Leicester Square
The Prince and Princess of Wales joined Tom Cruise and the Digger cast at the Royal Film Performance world premiere in London.
Army of Shadows Channel 4 thriller adds Olivia Colman and Susan Sarandon
Oscar winners Olivia Colman and Susan Sarandon have joined Channel 4's six-part thriller Army of Shadows, now filming in London and Paris.
Hayden Panettiere death ruled accidental overdose by South Carolina coroner
A South Carolina coroner has ruled Hayden Panettiere’s death accidental after an autopsy identified the toxic effects of fentanyl and several other substances.
Resident Evil reboot scores franchise-record UK box office opening
Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil reboot opened at No.1 in the UK and Ireland, setting a live-action franchise record with £4.2 million.
Mariah Carey announces three UK Christmas arena shows for 2026
Mariah Carey will play Christmas shows in Birmingham, London and Manchester, with general ticket sales opening on 25 September 2026.
BBC removes 11 Mitchell and Webb sketches from iPlayer anniversary release
The BBC has restored That Mitchell and Webb Look to iPlayer for its 20th anniversary while removing 11 sketches it says no longer work today.
Strictly Come Dancing 2026 couples revealed as new hosts take over for series 24
Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe fronted Saturday's launch show as a new group-dance format paired the celebrities with their professional partners.
UK cinema admissions hit a post-pandemic high as Practical Magic 2 and the Oasis documentary lead the chart
More than 17 million admissions in August, driven by The Odyssey and Spider-Man: Brand New Day, have carried British exhibitors into autumn on their strongest run since the pandemic.
Strictly Come Dancing 2026 launch show: start time and new hosts
The pairings are revealed on Saturday night as Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe take over hosting duties on BBC One.
Porthcawl finds itself a film set as a Tarantino-style shoot rolls into town
A high-profile production reported to involve Quentin Tarantino and Kylie Minogue has descended on the Welsh seaside resort, mixing local curiosity with hopes of a lasting cultural and visitor boost.
Wimbledon highlights shift to later slot sparks broadcast debate
Reports that a familiar evening tennis recap is moving later in the night raise questions about streaming, younger viewers and the future of traditional highlights shows.
Compilation films return to cinemas, from Jackass to Demon Slayer
Studios are repackaging familiar footage and franchise moments for the big screen in a lower-cost release model built on fan loyalty and nostalgia.
Gladiators Confirmed For Fourth BBC Series And New Celebrity Special
The BBC's rebooted arena contest returns in 2027 for a fourth series, with a fresh celebrity special and Bradley and Barney Walsh expected to remain as hosts of one of the broadcaster's biggest Saturday-night brands.
ITV builds a World Cup ratings lead over the BBC
Reports say the commercial broadcaster is drawing larger audiences than the BBC for key tournament moments, raising the stakes for advertisers and rights buyers.
The Cure crown a nostalgia-soaked Isle of Wight Festival
Reviews from the 2026 Isle of Wight Festival placed The Cure's headline set at the centre of a weekend built on heritage, scale and communal release, underlining the enduring pull of legacy artists.
House of the Dragon opens season three with a brutal death
The HBO drama returned on 21 June with the Battle of the Gullet and the death of Prince Jacaerys Velaryon, a finale-scale premiere that pushes the Targaryen civil war into far darker territory.
George Lucas lands a surprise voice role in Illumination's Minions & Monsters
The Star Wars creator, who has largely stepped back from Hollywood since selling Lucasfilm in 2012, will lend his voice to Illumination's Minions & Monsters in a rare new screen credit.
Prince Harry sends surprise message during Trooping the Colour
As the royal family gathered at Buckingham Palace, the Duke of Sussex addressed crowds at the Invictus Games festival in Germany.
Gene Shalit, the Today show's pun-loving film critic, dies at 100
Known for his bushy moustache and wordplay, the broadcaster spent nearly four decades reviewing films and books on American breakfast television.
David Hockney, towering figure of British art, dies aged 88
The painter behind A Bigger Splash and a pioneer of digital art died peacefully at his home, weeks before his 89th birthday.
Emmy voting opens as Pluribus and The Pitt eye nominations
Television Academy members have begun casting nominating ballots ahead of the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards in September.
Lauryn Hill to receive Living Legend honour as BET Awards return
Comedian Druski takes over hosting duties for the 2026 ceremony, with Cardi B leading the nominations and Teyana Taylor named Icon of the Year.
Cardi B turns entrepreneur with Bronx-born haircare brand Grow-Good
The rapper's affordable hair-care line sold out within an hour of launch, the latest celebrity to make the leap into beauty.
Buffy and Ted Lasso star Anthony Head dies at 72
The British actor, beloved as Rupert Giles, died of complications from pneumonia, prompting emotional tributes from his former co-stars.
Veteran actor Keith David honoured with Hollywood Walk of Fame star
The prolific star of The Thing and Platoon was celebrated by friends and collaborators at an emotional ceremony on Hollywood Boulevard.