Broadway actor Robert Hartwell buys home originally built by slaves: ‘Never been prouder to be a black man’

Kimberly Wyatt has come third place on ITV's Dancing on Ice.It means the Pussycat Dolls star missed out on performing the iconic Bolero routine in front of world famous figure skating duo Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean.The grand final of the hit ITV skating show kicked off at 7pm on Sunday night (March 27) after weeks of dazzling ice rink routines from this year's star-studded line-up.Show hosts Phillip Schofield and Holly Willoughby returned to the helm after Holly missed the semi-finals due to catching Covid.The final saw pro dancer finalists Regan Gascoigne, Brendan Cole and Kimberly Wyatt take to the rink one final time in a bid to impress the ice panel.Brendan was joined by his skating partner Vanessa Bauer, Kimberly with Matt Hanretty, and Regan with Karina Manta.They were battling it out in front of judges Oti Mabuse, Ashley Banjo and world-famous skating legends Torvill and Dean.However, despite all three displaying incredible skating skills this year, only one of the celebs could be crowned the victor of this year's series, and Kimberly was axed first.It is a tradition on the show that the show's two remaining finalists recreate Torvill and Dean's Bolero routine which won them a Gold medal at the 1984 Sarajevo Winter Olympics.Reacting to her third place announcement, Kimberly said: "Thank you so much, this has been such a beautiful experience and I'm just so grateful to everyone for everything that they've done for us."Her skating partner Matt added: "The production is incredible. We say it all the time.

X Factor star Frankie Cocozza is totally unrecognisable after he transformed his life to become a doting father.The 29-year-old TV personality has completely overhauled his appearance and lifestyle after moving to Australia with his wife Bianca Murphy.Frankie has ditched his trademark floppy hairdo and adopted a more slick look as he embraces fatherhood with his namesake son.He recently shared a photo with fans on Instagram with his 151k strong following impressed to see the changes he has undergone.The selfie - tagged in Sydney, Australia - sees Frankie looking down into the camera with his hair coiffed into a slick do and a cleanshaven face.Frankie wore a smart white shirt in the image with a blue denim overshirt layered over it.Fans rushed to the comments section to give their opinion on his change of look.One wrote: "Young Frankie that I've been following for 10 years has grown into a man."Another teasingly added: "Can I see a few grey hairs there boy?"A third complimented: "Looking well Frankie boy!"Frankie and Bianca tied the knot in 2018 just weeks after his appearance on Celebs Go Dating with the pair then relocating to live in AustraliaHe married his wife and mother of his son Bianca in 2018, just weeks after he left the show Celebs Go Dating.Frankie appeared on The X Factor in 2011 when he was 18-years-old, but he soon found himself in hot water when he was heard bragging about his cocaine use to other contestants by production staff.At the time he opened up to The Mirror about his use of the drug and his regrets.He said: "I regret it so much. I’m really sorry.

Regan Gascoigne has been crowned the winner of Dancing on Ice 2022.The star was left in tears while he lifted the trophy alongside his partner Karina Manta as he managed to beat his rivals Brendan Cole and Kimberly Wyatt to the top.Presenters Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield congratulated the star and their professional partner as the exciting news was announced alongside judges Ashley Banjo, Oti Mabuse, Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean.When asked by Holly how he felt about his win, an overwhelmed Regan simply replied: "I don't know."The two finalists Brendan and Regan skated an interpretation of Torvill and Dean's famous Bolero, with the public vote ultimately deciding who would take the crown as this year's winner.Fans at home also congratulated the winner on his victory and headed straight to Twitter to share their thoughts.One person penned: "#DancingOnIce well done Regan. By far the best celebrity skater.

Dancing on Ice finalist Kimberly Wyatt has been accused of "avoiding skating solo" in the grand final of the ITV competition.The Pussycat Dolls star and her professional partner Mark Hanretty took to the rink on Sunday night (March 26) as the tried their best to win votes from the general public.They managed to score full marks from the ice panel for both routines.However, viewers at home were left saying the same thing after watching Kimberly and Mark's sensational moves on the ice.Taking to Twitter, one fan penned: "Sorry it's a no from me Kimberly after avoiding solo skating for all the weeks, 6.0 from me."Another added: "Still no solo skating for Kimberly!"A third person posted: "Kimberly for the dance routine and moves..10. For the actual time she spends on the ice and solo skating..

fired 800 staff with immediate effect via a brutal Zoom video.

Prince Harry has been urged to skip the Oscars awards ceremony and instead travel to the UK to attend a memorial for the late Prince Philip.The 37-year-old is set to miss his grandfather’s remembrance service due to security concerns over him travelling back to England. But the controversial royal could still attend the Hollywood awards event with his partner Meghan Markle – despite royal experts warning him it would be a bad idea, reports The Express.Pundit Angela Mollard told Australian morning show Sunrise: "There's a lot of talk it's going to go ahead but can you really turn up and stand on the stage at the Oscars and not turn up for your grandfather's memorial?“I've got a problem with that.

Max Verstappen was told to calm down and let the team get on with their job towards the end of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.Verstappen, who retired with three laps remaining in Bahrain a week ago, made amends to take victory in the second race of the season. But it wasn't all plain sailing for the Dutchman as he got hot under the collar in the closing stages in Saudi Arabia. The 24-year-old got on the team radio with five laps remaining to complain about title rival Charles Leclerc, at this stage running in second, for driving over the pit-lane entry line.

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Covid isolation and will attend the 94th Academy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles on Sunday night, it is being reported. Hinds, who is nominated in the Best Supporting Actor category for 'Belfast', along with Branagh had both tested positive for coronavirus and were understood to be isolating in New York. ' Belfast ' is up for seven Oscars including Best Picture, Best Director and Best Original Screenplay, at this year's awards ceremony.

The Dancing On Ice 2022 final is tonight, and three celebrities and their skating partners will be competing for the glitterball trophy. After an epic season of so many tumbles and injuries, memorable moments including Bez and his controversial Meat Loaf tribute (remember that?!), and an incredible performance by Oti Mabuse with judges Christoper Dean and Jayne Torvill, thousands of viewers will be tuning in for the final. We’ll be seeing Strictly Come Dancing professional Brendan Cole with Vanessa Bauer, Pussycat Doll Kimberly Wyatt with skating partner Mark Hanretty, and Regan Gascoigne paired with pro skater Karina Manta.

Dancing on Ice series to come to an end, with tonight’s final seeing either Brendan Cole, Regan Gascoigne, or Kimberly Wyatt taking the crown. Kimberly Wyatt has wowed the judges throughout the competition alongside professional skate partner Mark Hanretty. She’s skated her way right through to the final and Wyatt has also credited the show for reigniting the spark in her marriage, allowing her to rediscover her confidence.

Sir Elton John hailed Taylor Hawkins as "one of the greatest drummers" in a touching tribute at his concert on Saturday night (26. 03. 22).

Holly Willoughby never does things by halves on the glamour front. And she wowed as she stepped out in a flowing gold dress for the Dancing On Ice final.

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This Morning appearances, starring as the feisty fighter Amazon on Sky show Gladiators.Now she'd be keen on stepping back into the spotlight and doing a stint on Strictly."I got a little taste of the media world... when the opportunity came up to do Gladiators," she revealed."I always wanted to be a doctor, but I also wanted to be a dancer on TOTP when I was little...

Aaron Carter is debuting some new facial ink as a tribute to his late sister, who died at age 25 from a drug overdose.

Before the 2022 Academy Awards ceremony gets underway, the stars will hit the red carpet in style.

The first day of spring landed on March 21 and stars seem to be feeling the spirit of the warmer months already as they stripped down to their bikinis this weekend.Many shared what their swimsuit bodies look like on Instagram, giving them plenty of new followers and fresh likes during the biggest day in Hollywood: Oscar Sunday.Here is a look at the most stunning portraits uploaded as the snow melts, the daffodils blossom and the beach calls.Chantel Jeffries, Sofia Richie, Emily Ratajkowski, Ayesha Curry, Candice Swanepoel and Amelia Hamlin were some of the ladies who flaunted their curves. Beach babe at play:Chantel Jeffries took to the beach for an impromptu photo session where she displayed her very lean figure.

The Academy Awards are set to take place at the Dolby Theater in Hollywood on Sunday evening with comedians Amy Schumer, Regina Hall and Wanda Sykes as hosts and Beyonce as well as Billie Eilish as performers.But preparation for hitting the red carpet begins long before the cameras start capturing their images for the world to see.Often stars have to get facials, light therapy, injections, massages and spray tans days before the biggest night in Hollywood.Scroll down for a list of Oscar nominees... Work it:Halsey was seen getting a facial. She said she was planning to attend the Vanity Fair Oscar party She will have a glow on Sunday evening: The singer credited Sora ConnorHere is a look at which stars did what before the 94th annual Oscars.The stars took to social media to show off their prep procedures.Halsey was seen getting a facial.

detailed his journey of buying the house, which was built in the early 1800s by slaves.Under a picture of him grinning outside a two-hundred-year-old colonial house, Hartwell wrote: “3 weeks ago I found this house online. I said ‘this is my house’.

Robert Hartwell has found great success on Broadway, starring in such hits as Hello, Dolly! and Motown the Musical. And he’s taking that money from the Great White Way and using it to buy a big white house! And by that, we mean a big house built for whites.