'Don't push back on royals' Buckingham Palace ban George Ezra's song at Queen's Jubilee

Queen Elizabeth does not want any more of the palace's «dirty linens» aired in public.After it was revealed that Buckingham Palace would not be releasing a report to the public on the investigation into claims that Meghan Markle «bullied» palace staff, ET royal expert, Katie Nicholl, said that the Queen is doing her best to keep the matter «in-house» after a particularly dramatic year for the royal family.«Everything that I'm hearing at the moment out of the palace, is that the Queen doesn't want any more drama. She just doesn't want any more dirty linens aired in public,» Nicholl shared.She continued, «By taking it in-house, which is essentially what the Queen has done, she is trying to limit any further damage, any further damage to the monarchy, potentially any further damage to those members of staff who have made those allegations and also, possibly to the Duchess of Sussex, who denied those allegations.»While trying to limit any further damage to those involved, Nicholl said the Palace is trying to protect those involved as well as the queen attempts to bury Meghan's bullying report.«Well, it's been speculated that the reason that this investigation isn't going to essentially see the light of day, at least in public, is to protect those who spoke out and made these allegations of bullying against the Duchess of Sussex, to protect their privacy, to protect their anonymity.

One week after scoring his most recent Number 1 album, George Ezra could be celebrating the only way a pop star knows how...by (possibly) playing a secret set at Glastonbury this weekend.

George Ezra could be playing a secret set at this year’s Glastonbury Festival.A sign from Worthy Farm revealed that the ‘Gold Rush Kid’ would be on stage in the John Peel tent from 2pm on Sunday June 26.‘Gold Rush Kid’ is the latest album by Ezra and was released earlier this month. The sign has led fans to speculate that Ezra may be the act now appearing in the John Peel tent on Sunday in the ‘TBC’ slot.You can see the sign here:pic.twitter.com/xy3kB4gFIF— The Glasto Thingy (@TheGlastoThingy) June 18, 2022A review of Ezra’s album from NME said: “The effusive ‘Gold Rush Kid’ sees Ezra marvel at his status as one of the UK’s most successful singer-songwriters of the past decade – his debut recently went five times Platinum – with a title track that sees him awed by the unexpected nature of his situation.“‘I’m the gold rush kid / Robbing the bank,’ he sings giddily over a caffeinated drumline so demanding and bouncy it could spur on a conga line.

Kate Bush is on track for a second week at Number 1 in the UK. Running Up That Hill broke several Official Charts records when it became Kate’s first UK Number 1 single in 44 years last Friday – and it looks like it’s not going anywhere.

Adele, 34, and Harry Styles, 28, reportedly turned down the opportunity to perform at the Platinum Jubilee weekend.The artists did not take to the stage as part of the four-day celebrations to honour the Queen's 70 years of service.The Platinum Party at the Palace was a huge show as part of the Queen’s celebrations earlier this month.The event saw a number of global superstars perform outside Buckingham Palace, including the likes of Queen, Rod Stewart and Alicia Keys. Concert organisers were apparently keen for Adele to join the line-up. However, the Los Angeles-based reportedly turned them down, snubbing the concert in spite of being awarded an MBE for her services to music in 2013. "They were told she couldn’t do it,” a source claimed.“Scheduling issues, or something like that, were given as an excuse."It caused a lot of surprise, particularly as she was awarded an MBE. “After all, how many chances will there be to perform in front of Buckingham Palace for the Queen?" the insider told The Daily Mail. Meanwhile, a source told the paper that Harry “was asked”, but did not go into further detail.A source close to the former One Direction explained to Express.co.uk that he has been busy on his tour as well as promoting his new album.He also headlined Radio 1's Big Weekend in Coventry the week prior.Express.co.uk have contacted Adele and Harry’s representatives for comment. Platinum Party at the Palace took place on June 4, featuring the Queen herself in a pre-recorded comedy segment with the much loved Paddington Bear. Comedian Lee Mack served as host for the event, while Prince William and Prince Charles gave speeches.There were some pre-taped tribute messages from some huge names, including Sir Paul McCartney and former

Queen Elizabeth in 2013 when she received a CBE.The former Olympian has recalled the experience exclusively to Express.co.uk, revealing that it was all "very choreographed".Victoria was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in 2009.She was then appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2013 for her services to cycling and met the Queen who gave her the prestigious award.Speaking to Express.co.uk about the experience, she said: "You go in and get taught where you have to walk, then you take a few steps forward and you have courtesy then you take a few steps backwards before you turn away."It’s all very choreographed, so you need to worry about your steps and not fall over!"I think my legs were probably shaking a little bit."Victoria then detailed how "nerve-wracking" the experience is, leading to an awkward encounter.She continued: "It was one of the most nerve-wracking moments of my entire life."Normally I’m fine and am chatty but I couldn't really think of anything to say really. My face ached as I was smiling so much."It was such a huge honour to be awarded a CBE and be standing face to face with her royal highness.

George Ezra has struck gold with his third consecutive UK Number 1 album, Gold Rush Kid, which today debuts at the top of the Official Albums Chart.

Kate Bush triumphs on the Official Irish Singles Chart this week, as her 1985 single Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God) reaches Number 1.

George Ezra scores his third Top 5 album with Gold Rush Kid, as it claims this week’s highest new entry on the Official Irish Albums Chart.

I'm A Celebrity - where he met Katie. On Wednesday, Junior took to the stage and performed Slide for the first time ever.

Throughout the Platinum Jubilee celebrations earlier this month, people across the country embraced the festivities and enjoyed events including Trooping the Colour and the Platinum Jubilee Pageant. As part of the celebrations, members of the royal family headed to Buckingham Palace for the Platinum Party at the Palace where they watched a range of music performances from artists including Queen, Craig David and George Ezra.

Her Majesty via video link.They concluded that the Queen was the strong and silent type, however, that silence meant she was actually furious."She’s so strong and stoic," Shirlie insisted."When the going gets tough she just goes quiet and when she’s silent you know she’s really fuming.”She based this analysis on the Queen's star sign, Taurus, after a debate with Pepsi, who had incorrectly labelled her an Aries.They did not elaborate on specific occasions when the royal had been silent.However, it was reportedly the Queen Mother's mantra to say "never complain, never explain" - and it is a tradition believed to still take place in the Royal Family today.Shirlie also recalls the time she discovered that Prince William and Kate Middleton had given their son the same name as her beloved friend George Michael."I was with George when Prince William and Kate named their son George,” she explained.“We had the news on and George just stood up on the sofa and started cheering."He was so happy he shared the same name.”Shirlie and Pepsi, who worked on George Michael's tours for four years in the 1980s, and have also contributed their vocals to Geri Horner's projects, are keen for fans to see the real George.They will be appearing in the film George Michael Freedom Uncut, which debuts in cinemas next week, on June 22.Just three days later will be the date that would have marked the late singer's 59th birthday.Shirlie is still struggling to come to terms with his death.However, she is hopeful of sharing with others everything that made him so special to her, as the release date for the movie, which features narration by George himself before he died, draws near.She and Pepsi once called their friend Yog, short for yoghurt, as it

Good Morning Britain fans couldn't help but notice that an interview with George Ezra on the show appeared a little awkward on Wednesday (June 15). The singer appeared via video link on the ITV news programme to chat with Susanna Reid and Richard Madeley.

George Ezra is heading for a hat-trick of Number 1s on the Official Albums Chart, with Gold Rush Kid on course to claim the top spot this week.

Jeremy Clarkson, 62, spoke out in support of Len Goodman, 78, after he confessed during TV coverage of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations that his grandmother had sneered at the thought of cooking coronation chicken. According to her, the curry powder used to make it was "foreign muck" - but Jeremy has dismissed claims of racism."The response was immediate.

Kate Bush is on track to claim this week’s Number 1 single with Running Up That Hill, possibly ending Harry Styles’ ten-week reign atop the Official Singles Chart with As It Was.

Jubilee performer Diana Ross as a "deity" whose songs could have been covered by Rod instead.He then added: "If you read my actual remark, it was about the wrong-headed idea of asking Sir Rod pass up 'You Wear It Well' to lead a f*****g singalong!"Clarifying his position, he added during the online spat: "Have some damn respect."I was joking about the many uncomfortable choices that were overlooked."He had first addressed the controversial issue when he temporarily called time on the music in Glasgow to discuss the highs and lows of the bash."The show was good, wasn’t it? Wasn’t it? No, it was s***e," he sneered."I mean, I know you all love him and he’s one of yours and everything, but Rod.

The Queen has many different official names she goes by from Her Majesty to Queen Elizabeth II. But, at home her family has always known her as "Lilibet" being the name she gave herself when she was younger.The Queen, 96, used to be unable to pronounce the name “Elizabeth” when she was young, so dubbed herself “Lilibet” and the name stuck ever since.

Princess Eugenie has been hit out by Royal fans after she cropped several members of the family out of a snap she posted of the Queen on the Buckingham Palace balcony. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, 96, appeared on the balcony during her Platinum Jubilee celebrations with son Charles, 73, his wife Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, 74, alongside her grandson Prince William, 39, his wife Kate Middleton, 40, and their three children George, eight, Charlotte, seven, and four year old Louis.The monarch's granddaughter Eugenie, 32, decided to share this picture on her Instagram for her 1.6million followers to see, with a caption that gushed over the Queen.

Following its unprecedented viral success after featuring heavily in the latest series of Netflix show Stranger Things, Kate Bush’s 1985 track Running Up That Hill jumps six places to Number 2 this week. 

George Ezra's new album Gold Rush Kid has been released today (June 10) and he has finally spoken out about his confusing performance at Her Majesty The Queen's Platinum Jubilee on Saturday, June 4.The 29-year-old performed his hit single Green Green Grass to the 22,000-strong crowd gathered outside Buckingham Palace and the 13 million people viewing at home as the Queen celebrated 70 years on the throne.But fans were left baffled after George changed the lyrics.The singer-songwriter left outlines that referred to "dying".The lyric, "Green green grass, blue blue sky, you better throw a party on the day that I die," was changed so as not to cause offence.George told The Sun: "My gut instinct was that you don’t need to change it."I don’t know if it came from the royals or the producers of the show, but it’s pretty obvious that if you’re playing for The Royal Family and the powers that be say, ‘We don’t want you to sing that lyric,’ then you’re not going to argue."He went on to say that the catchy song is anything but morbid."It’s a song about celebrating life. And it feels good when you sing it," he said."We felt it was a special song when we were producing it.