BBC cuts to classical performing jobs criticised as ‘utterly devastating’

Sir David Jason's wife Gill Hinchcliffe has spoken out after the actor found out he is father to a previously unknown daughter from a previous relationship. The Only Fools & Horses legend, 83, recently found out he is father to Abi Harris, 52, who was born in 1970 following a brief relationship with her actress mother Jennifer Hill.

Coronation Street has responded to Snoop Dogg's high praise of the ITV soap - and they have found him a perfect role after he said he'd like to join the show.The rapper, 51, shocked fans all across the world recently when he revealed his love for one specific British soap show, and also said he'd like to join the cast. In a recent interview with ITV, the rapper said: "Coronation Street, I love it. If they call me I'll do it.

Battersea Dogs and Cats Home has paid tribute to Paul O’Grady as a “devoted animal lover” and a “champion for the underdog” following his death.The TV star had close ties to the organisation, which praised his “razor-sharp humour and perpetual generosity and warmth”. Paul died unexpectedly on Tuesday at the age of 67, his partner Andre Portasio announced.The TV and radio presenter became an ambassador for Battersea in 2012, following the success of ITV’s multi-award-winning For The Love Of Dogs, which was filmed at the home.

Good Morning Britain paid tribute to Paul O’Grady on Wednesday's show after the star died at the age of 67, his partner Andre Portasio announced in a statement.The TV star, also known for his drag queen persona Lily Savage, died "unexpectedly but peacefully" on Tuesday evening, a statement shared with the PA news agency via a representative said. Mr Portasio said in his statement: “It is with great sadness that I inform you that Paul has passed away unexpectedly but peacefully yesterday evening. “We ask, at this difficult time, that whilst you celebrate his life you also respect our privacy as we come to terms with this loss.

Christine Lampard just gave fans a rare glimpse into her family home - the £10 million London mansion she shares with husband Frank Lampard and their two children. It came as the Loose Women presenter - who recently posted throwback snaps of her wedding to the ex-Chelsea footballer - took to her Instagram feed a few days ago to share a how-to video of her styling a Next dress five different ways.

Gwyneth Paltrow’s daughter had never seen her mother “shaken up like that”, and was “concerned” following her ski crash, a US court has heard. Apple Martin, who was around 11 or 12 at the time of the incident, said her mother had been “frantic” and “in a state of shock” following the collision in 2016.The Oscar-winning actress has claimed that retired optometrist Terry Sanderson collided with her at the Deer Valley resort in Utah, which resulted in her losing “half a day of skiing” with her family.

Bindi Irwin and family celebrated her daughter's second birthday during a garden party at their Australia Zoo.The zookeeper and TV personality shared some adorable snaps of her daughter, Grace Warrior as she and her husband Chandler Powell held a private garden party for the tot on Sunday. In the sweet photos, Grace can be seen in a blue striped dress with flowered frills and a bow at the front as she holds a party hat and birthday sign. In the garden is a birthday table set up complete with pug dog decorations, a large colourful cake and paper plates and cups.

Camilla, Queen Consort, has paid tribute to late TV star Paul O'Grady, who passed away on 28 March, saying she is "deeply saddened" to hear of his death. Camilla, 75, shared a close bond with Paul, with the pair coming together on several occasions thanks to their shared love of dogs and passion to he raise awareness of animals in need. Following his series For The Love of Dogs, Paul became an ambassador for Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in 2012.

EXCLUSIVE: Channel 5 is on the brink of finding a new producer for its next Jane McDonald and Susan Calman shows. This follows owner Paramount Global’s decision to close the Viacom International Studios (VIS) UK unscripted division, revealed by Deadline last month.

Adam Sandler's career be like today if things played out differently early on? For example, if he'd gotten cast as Ross on, and thus teamed up with Jennifer Aniston even earlier?Well, as it turns out, that particular branching timeline wasn't really in the cards — despite some recent remarks the pair made while promoting their new film,, that seemingly implied that it was a possibility.The co-stars walked the red carpet at the premiere of their Netflix action comedy on Tuesday, and they each spoke with ET's Nischelle Turner about whether or not Sandler was actually in the running for the role — which ultimately went to David Schwimmer.«Well, that's a very big possibility,» Aniston said, before asking Sandler, «Were you really up to play Ross?»Sandler shook his head no, adding, «I would have!»«No that wasn't real,» Sandler added. «I was just joking.»However, that doesn't mean the pair were joking when talking with Drew Barrymore about wanting to do a movie adaptation of «Talk to the sweatshirted man!» Aniston said, referring to the casually dressed Sandler, when asked about the possibility. «It depends on how everybody responds to this film.»«If they enjoyed themselves and had a good time, Netflix will hopefully just say 'Yup!'» Aniston added enthusiastically.«I mean, honestly, I don't know if that's the one,» Sandler said, referring to the ideal project that he, Aniston and Barrymore could all collaborate on. «But that would be funny, I'm sure, if someone wrote a great script.»However, the real problem is stepping into the shoes of Jack Tripper — an iconic comedy role originally played by John Ritter in the beloved sitcom.«Jack Tripper is the best, by the way.

Former Amazon Studios Europe boss Georgia Brown is to chair the BFI’s Skills Task Force, which has been assembled to address major skills shortages in the UK film and TV sector over the next five years.

Stacey Solomon was left stunned as she showed off her top to toe transformation and 'sneaking out' of the house after being left to solo parent. Earlier this week, the mum-of-five joked she was the 'worst wife ever' when she shared her lack of sympathy for husband Joe Swash who had been struck down by 'man flu'.

A Carluke man caught with £233,000 of cocaine became emotional as he was jailed for six years.

fromis_9 will no longer make an appearance at the upcoming Las Vegas festival We Bridge.Today (March 29), the group’s label Pledis Entertainment announced on Twitter that fromis_9 will not participate in the We Bridge Music Festival, which is set to take place in Las Vegas on April 21 and 22. The girl group were set to perform on the festival’s second day, alongside ENHYPEN, ONEUS, BE’O and VIVIZ.In its statement, Pledis Entertainment said that “it has become difficult for the group to take part in the event due to internal schedule adjustments”, although it did divulge any specifics regarding the situation.“After discussions with the event host and the members, it has been agreed that fromis_9 will not be participating in the show on Saturday, April 22.

Guy Pearce has apologised after sparking a social media debate about transgender acting roles.The Australian actor, who famously portrayed a drag queen in 1994’s The Adventures Of Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert, recently came under fire for questioning whether or not only transgender actors should be allowed to play transgender roles.Pearce tweeted on Monday (March 27): “A question – if the only people allowed to play trans characters are trans folk, then are we also suggesting the only people trans folk can play are trans characters?“Surely that will limit your career as an actor? Isn’t the point of an actor to be able to play anyone outside your own world?”While many of Pearce’s followers agreed with him, others argued that trans actors should be prioritised for trans roles, due to the current lack of opportunities in film and television.“Okay, so if this debate is actually about trans actors not getting the opportunities to work like other actors do, then let’s be clear about that and state that precisely,’ Pearce replied to one person.“Also, why should one’s personal position be relevant when it comes to casting? That’s private. It’s our own business.

Tom Petty’s first band Mudcrutch, has died.His death was announced by his brother, Mark, in a social media post. “It is with great sadness, but profound love and gratitude for his life, that the family of Tom Leadon Nashville, Tennessee, and Gainesville, Florida, announce his passing on March 22, 2023,” it read. “[He died] peacefully of natural causes.”Leadon, 70, was most famed for his work with rock icon Petty, whom he met in Gainsville, Florida when they were both in high school.

The Roots bassist Leonard Hubbard and Hubbard’s estate is suing band co-founders Questlove and Black Thought for fraud.The Roots’ bandmembers Questlove and Black Thought, along with their band manager Shawn Gee and band employee Munir Nuriddin, are among those whom Stephanie Hubbard and Hubbard’s estate claim violated RICO laws and defrauded the bassist out of millions.In the complaint obtained by Rolling Stone the claimants allege that Questlove (real name Ahmir Thompson), Black Thought (real name Tariq Trotter), Gee and Nuriddin “are advancing a continuing scheme to defraud” the estate and Stephanie of money. Live Nation Entertainment, Universal Music Publishing Group, and other companies that are associated with the band’s businesses are also named in the lawsuit.The Roots bandmembers formed Grand Negaz, Inc., a corporate entity used for business dealings, in 1993.

K.J. Yossman Argonon CEO James Burstall was prompted to write his new crisis management book “The Flexible Method: Prepare to Prosper in the Next Global Crisis” by the COVID-19 pandemic, when the TV industry – like much of the world – came to a grinding halt almost exactly three years ago. Shows including “The Masked Singer U.K.,” which is produced by Argonon subsidiary Bandicoot and usually filmed in front of a live audience, found themselves jeopardy. But the seeds for the book were sown a decade or so earlier, during the 2008 “credit crunch.” Then, Burstall was the CEO of Leopard Films, which he had founded in 2001 following stints at Oxford University and Stanford and a transitory career in journalism working for Vanity Fair and London’s Evening Standard newspaper. Leopard was chugging along nicely, pumping out hits such as BBC daytime staple “Cash in the Attic,” when disaster struck for the first time. Fuelled by the sub-prime mortgage crisis, the economic downturn saw broadcasters tightening their belts and commissions trickled to a halt.

Lorraine Kelly has paid tribute to the "kindest" and "funniest man" Paul O'Grady MBE.

Paisley Pirates are gearing up to skate into an exciting, season-defining weekend.

Jubilant Kris Boyd riffed on Spanish tears as he zeroed in on Rodri amid his astonishing blast after Scotland cuffed his country.