Brit Awards 2022: Male and female categories scrapped as awards ceremony goes gender-neutral

John Mulaney had some tough competition as he tried to enter the Five-Timers Club when he hosted Saturday Night Live this weekend.The 39-year-old comedian and former SNL writer had to impress other Fiver-Timers Club members — including Steve Martin, Tina Fey and Candice Bergen — all of whom weren't sure he would make a good member.The latest five-time host, Paul Rudd, even returned to celebrate Mulaney's accomplishment, though he was forced to give up his ceremonial smoking jacket to let the comedian in to the intimate group. John's admission was set up by a Please Don't Destroy sketch in which he guest starred.New writersBen Marshall, John Higgins and Martin Herlihy were shocked to read a news story announcing a new Covid-19 variant, but it turned out to be a positive development.

Jennifer Garner played the role of Mama Bear with two of the three children she shares with ex Ben Affleck on Saturday.The actress, 49, was out doing a bit of shopping in Los Angeles with her son Samuel and daughter Seraphina, before making their way to a bowling alley.During the outing, Garner reportedly had a run-in with a group of fans who immediately recognized her despite her face mask. Mama Bear:Jennifer Garner was out doing a bit of shopping in Los Angeles with her son Samuel and daughter Seraphina, before making their way to a bowling alley on SaturdayTheDallas Buyers Club star was sweet enough to pose for photos with the adoring fans before continuing her errand run.Garner, who turns 50 in April, kept it casual in faded blue jeans and a cream floral-patterned sweater.She pounded the pavement in a pair of green sneakers.

Britney Spears was in a dancing mood on Saturday, as she took to Instagram to post multiple videos of herself rocking out to Kanye West and Rihanna songs.The pop icon, 40, gave her 39.7M followers a show in a striking low-cut figure-hugging red sequin dress, which she paired with nude high heels.The Oops!...I Did It Again singer wore hair blonde tresses in a messy bun as she joyously pranced around her home. Dancing mood: Britney Spears was in a dancing mood on Saturday, as she took to Instagram to post multiple videos of herself rocking out to Kanye West and Rihanna songsThe Grammy Award winner accessorized her stylish outfit with a large pendant around her neck.

She is well known for showing off her fashion sense in public, as well as on her various social media platforms.And on Saturday, Khloe Kardashian set temperatures soaring on Instagram as she modeled head-to-toe leather for her 222million followers.The 37-year-old reality star often posed with one hand on her hip as she strolled sidewalk in the sizzling getup. Oh la la!Khloe Kardashian set temperatures soaring on Instagram as she modeled head-to-toe leather for her 222million followersKardashian highlighted her slimmed down frame in a black leather mini dress layered under a matching trench coat.The influencer slipped her feet into a pair of thigh-high boots She added an element of shine to her all-black outfit with a set of sparkling silver hoop earrings.Her voluminous blonde locks were tied into a ponytail that fell onto her shoulders and backside.

Zoe Saldana was pictured arriving at JFK Airport in New York City on Saturday morning.The 43-year-old performer was seen cutting a stylish figure as she made her way out of the travel hub and into the sun-filled walkways of the Big Apple.The actress' arrival comes in the middle of production on a forthcoming major motion picture in which she will appear. Wheels up:Zoe Saldana was pictured arriving at JFK Airport in New York City on Saturday morningSaldana wore a white puffer jacket on top of a long brown sweater for her flight.The Avatar actress completed the look with a pair ofblue jeans and some black leather combat boots.

Love Island’s Tyler Cruickshank has shared his agony over the death of a friend who took his own life just before he entered the villa. Five months on from leaving Love Island, 26 year old Tyler is now wanting to focus more of his attention on mental health advocacy in the wake of his friend's passing. Speaking to OK!, Tyler shared the harrowing news that a friend that had been struggling with his mental health before he died, and that he fears that he could of “done more”.

Premier League.The swarms of cash that have filtered through the top-tier teams have had a knock-on effect on facilities.As well as more being spent on players and wages, a lot of money has gone towards the infrastructure surrounding the club.It has already seen the likes of Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal undergo huge changes to the stadiums as they look to keep up with the times.Here are how those footballing stadia looked prior to their big-money renovations.There are plans to expand the stadium further to make it an 80,000 all-seater but the most recent renovation came in 2006 when an increase of 8,000 seats were added.As a result, United broke the record for the most spectators in the Premier League when 76,098 turned up to watch them beat Blackburn Rovers 4-1 in March 2007.As mentioned, plans are afoot to make the Theatre of Dreams even bigger as they look to build on the fact that they are already the biggest club football ground in the United Kingdom.Every stand at Stamford Bridge has gone through multiple renovations throughout its long history having opened in 1877 before being used as Chelsea’s ground in 1905.Perhaps most important to the club is the Matthew Harding Stand, named after their former chairman, whose investment helped transform the club before his death in 1996 after a helicopter accident and renovations were completed to the end, previously known as the North Stand, ahead of the 1996/76 season.Most recently, the Blues brought in safe-standing at the Shed End this year where the most ardent supporters congregate but Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the

Elton John and David Furnish have taken to social media to share a moving statement in support of Ukraine.MORE: Sir Elton John breaks silence after terrifying plane ordealSharing the same picture, which features the country's blue and yellow flag, the stars wrote: "For over 20 years, the Elton John AIDS Foundation has supported some of the most vulnerable people in Ukraine with access to HIV services and care, as part of our commitment to communities across Eastern Europe and Central Asia.WATCH: Elton John films at £5million luxury home"We are heartbroken and appalled to see this conflict unfold and our hearts are with the people of Ukraine who do not deserve to live through this nightmare. During these devastating times, we stand for an end to the violence and suffering in Ukraine so that life-saving services and humanitarian aid can reach those desperately in need.

A Wigan dad has been jailed for downloading almost 40,000 indecent images of children after he was caught out by a paedophile sting operation.

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extended hiatus to accommodate NBC’s Winter Olympics coverage, with former “SNL” writer John Mulaney hosting for the fifth time.The comic addressed his recent rehabilitation from cocaine addiction in his monologue.“It’s wonderful to be in a place that’s always emphasized sobriety and mental health,” he cracked, while discussing his recovery.In the lead skit, Mulaney played a monkey who presided over a civil case where a woman was mauled by a monkey, as lawyers Kenan Thompson and Cecily Strong appealed to the primate’s animal instincts to win the judge’s favor.The animal-related humor continued in a fake commercial as Strong and Heidi Gardner portrayed dog owners who got into a heated supermarket argument about the quality of their dog food. Mulaney played an impotent man who successfully pressured Gardner into spending $74 on a grass-fed poultry blend.One sketch lampooned the ever-evolving CDC mask mandates, as a group of politically correct people tiptoed around the effectiveness of mask-wearing at a dinner fraught with tension.“Did I have to dump my oldest friend just because he didn’t get a booster?” Mulaney asked, as his friends played by Thompson, Kate McKinnon, Aidy Bryant and Bowen Yang recoiled in horror.A video by the “Please Don’t Destroy” comedy group video imagined a new COVID-19 variant that only had wonderful side effects.

John Mulaney took to the Studio 8H stage over the weekend for his fifth time hosting, and the comic and new dad delivered a hilarious opening monologue about his tumultuous year.«For many, many reasons, I'm grateful to be here tonight. After a very complicated year, it is wonderful to be in a place that has always emphasized sobriety and mental health,» Mulaney joked at the start of his monologue, referring to 's notorious past.After recalling his intervention back in December 2020, he talked about going to rehab, «Which was a very good experience. I'm very grateful that I went.»«I was there for two months from December to February 2020.

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The line-up for U.K. festival Wireless has been announced today alongside the news that this year's event will take place across three locations with bills unique to each site. Headliners across the festival include Cardi B, Nicki Minaj, Tyler, The Creator, SZA, A$AP Rocky, J.

Kanye West has released 16 tracks of new album Donda 2. Unlike last year's Donda, and all of Ye's prior albums, Donda 2 is only available via the Stem Player, a device the rapper has created himself and made available for $200.

Mo Gilligan will replace Jack Whitehall as host of the BRIT Awards. As well as a change in the presenting line-up, there's another big change planned with male and female gender categories completely banished.

It's been announced that next year's BRIT Awards will scrap gendered categories, as well as welcoming first-time host Mo Gilligan.

Mo Gilligan has confirmed that he will be taking the place of Jack Whitehall as Brit Awards host for next year's show held on 8 February 2022.The comedian took to social media to announce the news, posting a photo of himself on Instagram wearing an orange shirt jacket as he beamed at the camera whilst holding an iconic Brit gong. “Excited To Announce I’m going to be your host for the 2022 @brits Awards,” Mo captioned the post.

Gallery: In the Mix! The highs and lows of Little Mix (BANG Showbiz)Tom said: "It is important that the BRITs continue to evolve and aim to be as inclusive as possible. It feels completely the right time to celebrate the achievements of artists for the music that they create, and the work that they do, irrespective of gender.

Mo Gilligan has replaced Jack Whitehall as the host of the 2022 Brit Awards.The comedian and The Masked Singer panellist will host the ceremony for the first time when it returns on February 8 2022.The 33-year-old said: ‘It’s an absolute privilege to host the 2022 Brit Awards. I’m truly honoured to be asked.‘We’re already in the extensive planning stages and all I can say is, I promise we’re going to give it all we’ve got to create an incredible night for music fans everywhere.