Anne Robinson admits reason why she 'turned off' Rachel Riley's mic on Countdown

Dame Joan Collins is a showbiz legend who knows everyone, so it’s no surprise Piers Morgan would snap her up to appear on his new talk show. And Piers might have got more than he bargained for when the iconic Dynasty dame revealed the outrageous, hilarious and incredibly on-brand ‘rule’ Madonna apparently has when it comes to dating. Joan shared that she spent some time with Rocco Ritchie, Madonna’s son with director Guy Ritchie, last summer and Rocco let slip something his mother shared with him.

Amanda Holden is known for her daring fashions, and she certainly proved that on Thursday when she posted a bold look, as she resembled a classic Bond girl.WOW: Amanda Holden's lifelike £5k playhouse for daughters will blow your mindThe Heart Radio presenter posed entirely naked, covering herself with just a shag blanket and a diamond necklace as she revealed that she was preparing for an amazing announcement involving her radio show. In her caption, she explained: "So proud to be involved in the biggest day of the year for @thisisheart with the biggest prize on UK radio."WATCH: Relive Amanda Holden's best bikini and swimsuit momentsShe then joked: "To celebrate I'm wearing over 1000 diamonds worth £1m!!! There was a security guard hovering and they left with the ring & necklace within 10 minutes of this picture.PHOTOS: BGT judges Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden & more have the most epic homes – insideSEE: Amanda Holden poses up a storm in gorgeous mini-dress"I've loved the past 15 weeks seeing hundreds of Heart listeners winning tons of cash prizes during #HeartMakeMeAMillionnaire."Tomorrow - Friday 27th May - one very lucky listener will become a MILLIONAIRE live on air!"And for any fans who may have been concerned about the material that she was wearing, Amanda then revealed: "Please join us from 6:30am.

Countdown's Susie Dent stumbled over her words after accidentally commenting on her co-star Anne Robinson's age. The pair were discussing creosote on a recent episode of the much-loved Channel 4 show, with Susie giving a long explanation about how we came to have the chemical, which is used as a wood preservative.Susie, 57, was saying she thought creosote had "the most offensive smell in the world", but Anne, 77, chimed in: "I love it.""It's the sort of smell of childhood actually," she went on.Susie then replied: "Yes, it's very old..."But she then seemed to catch herself and, stuttering slightly, started talking about Marmite and how that divided opinion too.One fan quipped of the near-miss: "Well saved Susie..

Hollywood career, charity work and personal life in the 2022 documentary This Is Joan Collins.Ever since rising to fame in the fifties, Joan has become of the world's biggest stars - particularly for her role in the hit eighties series Dynasty.However, her life has also included its fair share of loss, including the tragic death of her famous sister in 2015.As Joan celebrates her 89th birthday on May 23, 2022, Daily Star takes a look inside her life as part of our Golden Icons series.Joan Collins is one of Hollywood's biggest stars, having risen to fame in the fifties in films such as Land Of The Pharaohs, The Wayward Bus and Esther and The King.During the sixties and seventies she also appeared in TV series and films including Tales From The Crypt, Empire Of The Ants and The Stud, based on sister Jackie Collins' best selling book.However, it was her role as Alexis Dolby in the hit eighties series Dynasty that brought her worldwide acclaim, with the star playing the role between 1984 and 1989 - landing a Primetime Emmy Award nomination in the process.It remains one of the actresses' favourite roles, with Joan Collins telling Forbes: "The thing that I liked about Alexis was her wit.

COUNTDOWN'S Susie Dent took a swipe at Anne Robinson's age in a very awkward on-air blunder today. The Dictionary Corner star, 57, was singing the praises of Marmite when she had an unfortunate slip of the tongue.

Countdown star Rachel Riley has blasted Johnny Depp this week with a bunch of explosive comments online.

Rachel Riley looked the picture of happiness as she stepped out with her husband Pasha Kovalev on Thursday night.MORE: Rachel Riley raises eyebrows with latest tweet after Anne Robinson's Countdown exitThe couple, who are parents to two young daughters, were among the special guests at the Tusk Ball which took place at Hintze Hall, in the Natural History Museum and was held in honour to raise money for the wildlife and people of Africa.WATCH: Rachel Riley gushes about being a mum-of-twoDressed in the colours of Ukraine's national flag, Rachel happily stopped and posed for photos with her Strictly Come Dancing star husband, who looked suave in an all-black tux.Exclusive: Rachel Riley talks family life with Pasha KovalevREAD: Rachel Riley reflects on heartache of suffering a miscarriage last yearThey were joined by the likes of royal supporters Zara Tindall and her brother Peter Phillips, as well as celebrities such as Deborah Meaden and Jack Savoretti, many of whom are long-term supporters of the charity.Rachel's sighting comes after she made headlines for commenting on her relationship with former Countdown colleague Anne Robinson and for suggesting Strictly is "fixed". Rachel and Pasha at the Tusk Ball on ThursdayEarlier this month, it was announced that Colin Murray would be stepping in as Anne's temporary replacement as Countdown host.

Susanna Reid worked with Piers Morgan for six years on the set of Good Morning Britain, and the co-hosts were one of the breakfast show’s most popular presenter pairings.They were so close that Piers previously dubbed Susanna his “TV wife”.But last year, Piers made a dramatic exit from the show when he stormed off set after a disagreement with weather presenter Alex Beresford.During the next airing of the show, Susanna told viewers that she and Piers “disagreed on many things” and she also described him as an “outspoken, challenging, opinionated, disruptive broadcaster”. Later that day, he quit the ITV show after a personal complaint from Meghan Markle to the broadcaster.But a year on from his explosive departure, we’ve taken a look at how Susanna is doing without Piers, and what she thinks of the presenter now.

ANNE Robinson has admitted to turning off Rachel Riley's microphone while filming episodes of Countdown. During her short stint on the show, Anne clashed with co-star Rachel over dressing rooms, make-up artists and wardrobe budgets backstage.

Piers Morgan: Uncensored was off to a rocky start within just seconds of it starting, as he was forced to abandon a chat with Anne Robinson due to a technical blunder.Piers had promised an explosive interview with the former Countdown host, but appearing via video link at the start of his programme, things didn't go quite to plan.As Anne was quizzed about what was to come on the show when her interview began, she simply said: "I can't hear you," and began fiddling with her earpiece in confusion."Save it for the interview!" Piers replied, trying his best to salvage the situation, before Anne repeated that she couldn't hear what he was saying to an off-screen crew member."We'll save it for the interview later," the host repeated, before the video link abruptly cut off.When Anne finally appeared in the studio, she hit out at Piers: "What happened? You can't afford sound in the green room?"Piers then joked: "I said, 'Turn her off' because once she gets out here she'll give me hell!"But Anne looked set to compliment the presenter as she said: "I've got to say, since you've gotten older you've gotten more attractive!" before pointing out the "bits of grey" in his hair "like George Clooney".Piers was once again challenging what he calls the 'woke brigade' amid a row about whether trans athletes should be able to compete against their cisgender counterparts.During an interview with skateboarding champ Taylor May Silverman, he let slip that it's "completely unfair", adding: "Women are just born with inferior physical bodies."Anne, of course, was in agreement with Piers, who insists it's "not transphobic" to call out the issue.But the pair erupted into a fiery row as Anne told Piers: "Are you interviewing me, or am I interviewing

Rachel Riley has hit out at Johnny Depp as his court battle with his ex-wife Amber Heard continues.The Pirates of the Caribbean star, 58, is suing actress Amber, 36, and is claiming $50 million in damages for libel after an article she wrote in the Washington Post which his lawyers say falsely implies he was responsible for domestic abuse. She didn't name the alleged perpetrator, however Johnny, who has denied any abuse, says the article damaged his career and prevented him from getting roles.

Rachel Riley, 36, has doubled down on her criticism of Johnny Depp as the Hollywood actor’s defamation trial against his ex-wife Amber Heard continues.The Countdown star took to her Twitter today to share her views with her 696,000 followers.She retweeted a threat of Johnny’s “problematic history” shared by another social media user.One of the claims made against the actor included that he “started dating Polina Glen when she was between 17 and 20 and he was in his mid 50’s”.Rachel tweeted: “I wouldn’t wish this guy on my worst enemy.”TV presenter Rachel had previously publicly weighed in on Johnny’s ongoing court battle.Last month, she uploaded a screenshot of one of Johnny's messages shown as evidence from 2016, along with a thread supporting Amber.Rachel captioned the image: "This thread, 1000 times over."There has already been a judgement (so detailed it's 129 pages long) showing Depp to be a monster."This is one of his own messages in evidence. How so many people can help him abuse his victim now is completely shocking."And earlier this month she insisted that the Pirates of the Caribbean actor “cannot be defended” as she shared an excerpt of a previous ruling from the UK’s High Court of Justice, Queen’s Bench Division.Rachel wrote: “Extracts of the 129 page judgement (link in next tweet) in the legal case Depp already lost.“Left the description, right the judge’s assessment of it.“I still don’t understand how anyone can defend this man.“This trial is post separation abuse on an enormous scale,” she added.Also attached was a video clip reposted by Twitter user Ivana Escalera.The video was labelled: “The court hears how Johnny Depp sexually assaulted Amber Heard.

Countdown’s Rachel Riley was spotted wearing a pair of tiny shorts whilst leaving the 8 Out Of 10 Cats studio after filming - and she looked as glam as ever.The 36-year-old looked particularly happy as she made her way home wearing a pair of black shorts, white trainers, a white V-neck top and a black cardigan.She styled her blonde hair in a slicked back bun and seemed in good spirits as she left the studio in Manchester.Rachel could be seen holding what looked to be a grey shoebox and yellow coat under her arm, along with a bright red backpack worn over her shoulders. The brainiac has recently opened up about her time on Strictly Come Dancing and accused the show of being a “fix,” which has since been denied by Strictly itself.Rachel said that the show’s producers “know who they want to win from the start” and that they can “obviously fix the scores”.The Countdown star competed in the show in 2013 but was unfortunately eliminated in the sixth week.She spoke to Sunday Times and said that the show felt “very produced” and accused bosses of favouritism.Riley said: “I think they know from the start who they want to win and what journeys they want to take different people on, to have the right balance, and they can obviously fix the scores”.She continued: “I think Brits want an underdog.

Dan Walker has sat on the infamous BBC Breakfast red sofa for six years.Last month, the beloved TV host announced he was leaving his flagship show in a heartfelt message posted on social media. The star, 45, revealed he will be moving to rival network Channel 5 to present its flagship news bulletin 5 News - and will also front a string of non-news shows across the channel.

Piers Morgan isn’t exactly known for his ability to get along with others, but the amount of celebrity feuds he’s involved in might surprise even his staunchest supporters. From his iconic beef with Duchess of Sussex and former Suits star Meghan Markle to a rather more surprising bunch of feuds with Hollywood stars like Hugh Grant and Ewan McGregor, he really has done it all.

THE BBC has hit back at Countdown star Rachel Riley after she claimed Strictly Come Dancing is fixed. Maths whizz Rachel, 36, took part in the show in 2013, partnering with pro Pasha Kovalev, 42, who she later went on to marry.

Rachel Riley made her controversial comments after JK Rowling caused a social media storm by arguing that those who are biologically female and who have periods should be referred to as "women" and not "people who menstruate".The latter term was adopted by some to be more gender-inclusive to those who are trans, non-binary or gender non-conforming.Rachel, who was recently involved in an explosive libel case against one of Jeremy Corbyn's former aides in court, has claimed opinions on anti-semitism are at the heart of the trans debate."I think a lot of the attacks on JK Rowling are really because she spoke out for Jews and against Jeremy Corbyn and antisemitism," Rachel declared.Also discussing the Harry Potter author's philanthropic work, Riley defended: “She has made a real difference to the world.However, the Countdown star exclaimed: "[Just saying] this will get us both cancelled.”The trans debate has also focused on the use of the term "birthing people", which was introduced by a Brighton and Sussex Hospital Trust as an addition to "pregnant women" - something JK Rowling and fellow activists feel strongly about.Rachel had already experienced what she described as cancel culture when she sued a former aide of Labour politician Jeremy Corbyn for libel.Laura Murray had made a controversial tweet about her comments which Rachel claimed led to a campaign to have ousted from Countdown and cancelled.Rachel, who has been vocal in the past about troll attacks directed at her, says she received a barrage of "abuse" after commenting on eggs being thrown at Corbyn.The former leader of the Labour Party had been visiting a mosque in Finsbury Park, North London when he'd been pelted with eggs by a Brexit supporter back in

Rachel Riley has claimed much of the hate JK Rowling receives for her views on trans rights, comes because she spoke out “for Jews and against Jeremy Corbyn”.

Rachel Riley pulled out all the stops on Sunday in her first photoshoot since welcoming her second child Noa in November.The doting mum-of-two posed up a storm in some glamorous outfits for the Sunday Times Magazine, including a dark satin-effect suit that she wore with natural makeup, styling her blonde hair so it flowed past her shoulders.SEE: Rachel Riley shares rare photo of baby Noa as she marks special milestoneRachel also spoke about her experience of the Strictly 'curse' after marrying Pasha Kovalev, who partnered her on the BBC dance series in 2013.The couple tied the knot in Las Vegas in June 2019, a month after announcing they were expecting their first child. They went on to welcome eldest daughter Maven that December.WATCH: Rachel Riley's daughter Maven takes after dad Pasha KovalevDuring her time on Strictly, the Countdown star announced her split from her first husband Jamie Gilbert, who she met while studying at Oxford.MORE: Rachel Riley issues important plea after 'old friend' gets in touch with family health struggleSEE: Rachel Riley shares new candid picture of Pasha Kovalev and baby Noa - but fans question one detailShortly after the series, she and Pasha confirmed they were in a relationship.Speaking to the magazine, the blonde beauty expressed her feelings about the Strictly 'curse', the idea that celebrities tend to fall in love with their professional partners, arguing that it wasn't the right term for her experience.A post shared by The Sunday Times Magazine (@thestmagazine)Rachel looked stunning as she discussed women in STEM and her time on StrictlyRachel teased: "Are you calling my babies a curse? That’s not right!" The maths whiz went on: "If you have cracks, Strictly can expose them.

Countdown star Rachel Riley has reportedly claimed that Strictly Come Dancing bosses “pick winner at start of series” and the show is “very produced”. Rachel, 36, was a contestant on the popular BBC dance show back in 2013 and she met her now husband Pasha Kovalev, 42, after the two were partnered together. The couple later married in 2019 and now the pair share two children together Maven, two, and Noa, six months.

Strictly Come Dancing star Rachel Riley is "glad to be away" from the show and claims that the show is a "fix".Adding that that the scores are predetermined to fit in with who bosses want to win. She has insisted that bosses "pick a winner at the start of the series".The Channel 4 Countdown star, 36, starred on Strictly back in 2013 when she was paired up with dance pro Pasha Kovalev, 42 – who would later become her husband.Due to Rachel's lack of experience when it came to dancing, the loved-up pair got booted out of the star-studded competition after five rounds.