Former Corrie star Bruce Jones speaks about moment he discovered body of 'Yorkshire Ripper victim'

Following the tragedy, the Foo Fighters have confirmed they will not be performing at Festival Estéreo Picnic.Tributes have been pouring in for Taylor, as fans and fellow musicians have shared their shock at the news.Fans have also gathered outside of the Casa Medina hotel, where Taylor was staying.Posting on Twitter, Ozzy Osbourne wrote: "@TaylorHawkins was truly a great person and an amazing musician."My heart, my love and my condolences go out to his wife, his children, his family, his band and his fans.See you on the other side - Ozzy."Billy Idol penned: "So tragic. Rest in peace Taylor."Ringo Starr wrote on Twitter: "God bless Taylor peace and love to all his family and the band peace and love."Guns n Roses guitarist Slash posted on Instagram: "Devastated by the loss of our friend #TaylorHawkins I've no words to express all the feelings I have about his passing."But my heart goes out to his family.

James Martin, 49, has shared how radio presenter and close friend Chris Evans reacted when he first told him he was thinking of leaving BBC’s Saturday Kitchen.Speaking on the Talkshire podcast last month, James admitted he didn’t realise the extent of the show’s popularity and impact until he spoke to the Virgin Radio DJ.The Yorkshire-born TV chef was asked about what he loves when it comes to sharing his culinary experiences with viewers.James said: “It didn’t really hit me until I left Saturday Kitchen, which is five years ago now.“I didn’t realise how big a deal it was.“And I genuinely mean that.“And I remember saying to Chris Evans, before I announced the fact, that I was leaving and he spat his drink out, he couldn’t believe it.”James didn’t mention if Chris gave him any advice, or if he had been too stunned to speak.The star spoke about wanting a challenge being part of the reason he left, saying: “I didn't do it for any other reason."I just wanted a different challenge and bits and pieces.”James hosted Saturday Kitchen from 2006 and worked with the BBC for 10 years before he left.He went on to join ITV’s James Martin’s Saturday Morning in 2017.However, his TV career first began back in 1996.The former Strictly Come Dancing contestant said he enjoys endorsing other chefs and their restaurants, giving them “a voice and a platform to showcase what they do”.James added that he always gives genuine recommendations.When recommending a restaurant on TV, he has found that viewers respond positively and often book the aforementioned restaurants in their droves - something other chefs are grateful for.Chefs have been telling James just how busy they’ve been after appearing on TV alongside him.James explained: “In terms of a

Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins has died at the age of 50 and his bandmembers delivered a crushing statement. Taking to the band's official Twitter account, they wrote: "The Foo Fighters family is devastated by the tragic and untimely loss of our beloved Taylor Hawkins.MORE: Shameless star Maggie Fox dies after sudden accident "His musical spirit and infectious laughter will live on with all of us forever. Our hearts go out to his wife, children and family, and we ask that their privacy be treated with the utmost respect in this unimaginably difficult time."WATCH: Stars gone too soon They were on tour in South America when Taylor died.

Duke of Cambridge has said the royal family supports "with pride and respect" any decisions taken by the Queen’s overseas realms over their future.GALLERY: Best photos from William and Kate's first full day in the Bahamas - sailing, school visit and meeting frontline workersAt a reception to mark Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee, hosted by Bahamas Governor General Cornelius Alvin Smith, Prince William told guests: "Next year, I know you are all looking forward to celebrating fifty years of independence – your Golden Anniversary."WATCH: Prince William says royal family 'supports with pride and respect' any future decision"And with Jamaica celebrating 60 years of independence this year, and Belize celebrating 40 years of independence last year, I want to say this: We support with pride and respect your decisions about your future," he continued."Relationships evolve. Friendship endures."READ: The Queen scaling back duties as she looks set to miss more public eventsThe Duke spoke on the penultimate night of his visit with the Duchess of Cambridge to the three Caribbean nations, suggesting he has taken on board calls for each of the countries to break away from the British monarchy in future.He and Kate, who dazzled in a floor-length aquamarine gown by Philippa Lepley, were guests of honour at the event in the Baha Mar hotel.

Mother's Day takes place on Sunday 27 March this year, and while it's known to be a celebration for some it can be a very challenging day.The day can be painful for those who've lost their mums, especially as people take to social media to share pictures of their cherished mums. If you or someone you know deals with that sinking feeling on Mother's Day then here's a look at the different ways you can cope with grief. How to cope with grief on Mother's Day...

Prince Harry’s heartwarming comment to his brother William about their grandfather Philip’s funeral has been revealed by a lip reader. The two brothers reunited for the first time following speculation of a fallout between them at the late Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral service at St George’s Chapel in Windsor last April.

Doja Cat set hearts racing as she headlined theLollapalooza Brazil Music Festival in São Paulo on Friday.The singer–songwriter, 26, took to the stage in a black-and-purple bra with the two cups connected by just a thin black string.The rapper was joined at the festival by a bevy of acts including Machine Gun Kelly, Marina and The Strokes. Turning up the pulse: Doja Cat set hearts racing as she headlined the Lollapalooza Brazil Music Festival in São Paulo on FridayDoja's garment accentuated her cleavage and showed off her toned tummy as she gyrated and twirled across the stage.She added a pair of black shorts with a purple and black G-string connected to her belt loops and hanging on the outside of them.

Her And Just Like That... costars celebrated her 57th birthday earlier in the day on social media.And Sarah Jessica Parker enjoyed a night out later with her husband Matthew Broderick, 60, to celebrate her big day.The Sex And The City star opted for casual comfort in a low-key dark ensemble as the could dined at New York City'sCafe Un Deux Trois.

Amanda Bynes had hernine-year conservatorship officially terminated by a California judge this week.And having already done the leg work to find a new home for herself andfiancé Paul Michael to move into, the couple are gearing up for their new life together, which will be the first time they have ever lived under the same roof.'She's doing very well and looking forward to moving into her new property with Paul. They're actively searching for furniture and she's excited about all of it,' Bynes' lawyer, David Esquibias, told People on Friday.

Prince George is keeping up with Kate Middleton and Prince William's royal tour to the Caribbean in an adorable way. The Cambridges embarked on their first tour since the pandemic last week, visiting Belize and Jamaican before moving on to The Bahamas.

ON The Buses star Anna Karen has died in a blaze apparently started after she dozed off while smoking. Anna, 85 — Olive in the 1970s sitcom — was heard screaming “Help me, help me” as the fire engulfed her terraced home.

ITV documentary called Yorkshire Ripper: The Secret Murders is attempting to link 20 unsolved murders to the notorious Yorkshire Ripper, Peter Sutcliffe.Sutcliffe murdered at least 13 women and attempted to kill seven more in a spree between 1975 and 1980 across Yorkshire and Greater Manchester.The second episode airs tonight, delving deeper into the Ripper investigation – involving an innocent man being sent to prison.The actual murderer, Peter Sutcliffe, was eventually caught on January 2 1981 and sentenced to 20 concurrent sentences of life imprisonment, which were converted to a whole life order in 2010.Ahead of the episode, we take a closer look at what happened to Sutcliffe after he was jailed.Peter Sutcliffe died from Covid-related complications in hospital while in prison custody on November 13 2020, aged 74. The former lorry driver from Bradford was said to have refused treatment for coronavirus, and also suffered from other health problems.

ITV's new gripping documentary Yorkshire Ripper: The Secret Murders re-examines the case of notorious serial killer Peter Sutcliffe.The former lorry driver was found guilty of murdering at least 13 women in the late 1970s and early 1980s.The two-part series explores the horrific crimes and how Sutcliffe was able to continue his killing spree and go undetected for so long.Sutcliffe was interviewed and let out nine times during the investigation, but all the police had about the case was in paper form, making it hard to cross-reference.At his Old Bailey trial, Sutcliffe said: "It was just a miracle they did not apprehend me earlier - they had all the facts."So how was the Yorkshire Ripper finally caught? Here we take a closer look.Sutcliffe was finally arrested on January 2 1981, but it was several days before they revealed him to be the serial killer.He was caught in a car in Melbourne Avenue, an area known for being the Sheffield's red light district, with a 24-year-old prostitute called Olivia Reivers.The pair were parked in the drive way of Light Trades House when two officers decided to investigate because the car they were in had false number plates.While at Dewsbury Police Station he was also questioned in relation to the Ripper case, due to his physical likeness.The next day police officers returned to the scene of arrest and found a knife, hammer and rope which had been discarded when Sutcliffe had told them he was "bursting to pee".The officers also searched his car and found screwdrivers in the glove compartment.

Coronation Street fans were stunned to see soap actor Bruce Jones, who played Les Battersby, appear in an ITV documentary about the Yorkshire Ripper.The Corrie legend became caught up in the viscous murders when he found a dead body while working on an allotment in the late 1970s. Peter Sutcliffe, the notorious serial killer was only charged for a handful of his despicable murders, which ITV explored in a new documentary on Wednesday 23 February titled Yorkshire Ripper: The Secret Murders. For the first time, the programme also linked 20 unsolved murders and attempted murders to Sutcliffe, along with the murder of 13 women and attempted murder of 7 women that he was charged with from 1975 to 1980.

Anna Karen's neighbours believe the soap star died in a house fire that was started by a lit cigarette.The EastEnders star, who was known for playing Aunt Sal – sister of Peggy Mitchell – on the soap, died at the age of 85 in a fire at a home on Windsor Road, Ilford, as firefighters were called to scene at 10:30pm on Tuesday 22 February. While a London Fire Brigade spokesperson said at the time that the "cause of the fire is under investigation", Anna's neighbours believe it could've been caused by a cigarette.

ON The Buses star Anna Karen has died in a blaze apparently started after she dozed off while smoking. Anna, 85 — Olive in the 1970s sitcom — was heard screaming “Help me, help me” as the fire engulfed her terraced home.

Mail Online: "We are absolutely horrified at the news about Anna."A London Fire Brigade spokesperson confirmed to The Daily Mirror: "Sadly, a woman has died following a house fire on Windsor Road in Ilford."Part of the ground floor of a mid-terrace house was damaged by fire."Sadly a woman was pronounced dead at the scene."The Brigade was called at 2240 and the fire was under control by 2338.Three fire engines and around 20 firefighters from Ilford and Barking fire stations attended the incident.The cause of the fire is under investigation."Anna was the only surviving cast member left who had worked on the legendary 1960s and 1970s sitcom On The Buses, which ended in 1973.The actress played Olive and she featured in all 74 episodes of the hit show.She also appeared in the highest-grossing film in 1971 - Mutiny on the Buses and Holiday on the BusesHowever, she was not known solely in that role.The British-South African actress also became an Eastenders star.She had been a close pal of Barbara Windsor's after first meeting her when the pair were aspiring beginners starring together in the hit classic Carry on Camping back in 1969.They then met again on the showbiz circuit when they featured in Eastenders together in 1996.Anna had taken on the role of the sister of Barbara's character Peggy Mitchell, meaning the pair spent a great deal of time together on-set.Off-screen, Barbara preceded her in death by just over two years.The Carry On legend died in December 2020 at the age of 83 after a battle with Alzheimer's.Anna is said to have enjoyed an eventful romantic life as the wife of fellow actor, Terry Duggan, prior to his death back in 2008.However, at the time of her death, she was widowed and had no children.Her agent Shane

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Anna Karen has been killed in a house fire in east London.

Anna Karen has tragically passed away aged 85 in a house fire. Anna was known for starring in TV shows like EastEnders, where she played Aunt Sal, sister of Peggy Mitchell, and 70s comedy, On The Buses. Her EastEnders character was last seen on the hit BBC soap in 2017.

EASTENDERS and On the Buses star Anna Karen died in a house fire aged 85 last night. The 70s actress, who found fame for her role as Olive in the TV sitcom based around the number 11 bus, died in the blaze at her home in Ilford, east London.