From John le Carré to Joan Collins: the best books to buy on 'Super Thursday'

When Maggie Gyllenhaal picked up the phone to talk her about her Oscar nomination for best adapted screenplay for the writer/director’s debut film, The Lost Daughter. She wasn’t going to celebrated at first, but soon gave in.

Wayne Rooney after he admitted he wore longer studs in a match against Chelsea “because he wanted to hurt someone”. Rooney made the change before a match for Manchester United against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on April 29, 2006.

Ryanair flight after removing his trousers and hailing "abuse" at passengers and air hostesses.An Irishman returning to Dublin from Alicante was found to be drunk and disorderly and had delayed the flight by around 40 minutes ahead of take-off.Spanish police then escorted the individual from the aircraft on Monday after the cabin crew alerted them, reports the Irish Mirror.Other passengers on the flight are said to have been "afraid" after the man appeared to be intoxicated and began displaying worrying behaviour onboard.One passenger said that the man took his trousers off shortly after sitting down and became more disorderly over time.They told the Irish Mirror: "Nobody noticed anything when he got on, he didn't seem too bad, but when he sat down he got up and took off his trousers."The passenger then added that the Irishman became "hysterical" and had up to "four or five litres of spirits" which he refused to hand over.They added: "Then they called the other cabin steward and he came down and they were just trying to pacify him."He got a bit abusive then and told them he couldn't take his stuff and he had rights."The passenger added that after a long duration the man was eventually removed from the plane "as he refused to cooperate with anything".They said: "People were afraid, they were more afraid of what could have happened if the stewardess had not intervened because he was getting lairy."A spokesperson for Ryanair said: "This flight from Alicante to Dublin [07 February] was delayed ahead of take-off after a passenger became disruptive on board."Crew alerted local police who removed the passenger from the aircraft, and the flight departed following a short delay of approx.

101 Dalmatians is a bland, pointless remake."However, despite any criticism the movie went on to become the sixth highest-grossing movie of 1996 at the Box Office and inspired a live-action spin-off starring Emma Stone and produced by Glenn which was released this year.Meanwhile, Dame Joan had been discussing various anecdotes from her incredible career in showbiz in her memoir, My Unapologetic Diaries.The much talked about book went on sale yesterday and is sure to be a bestseller, with incredible stories, including how she fell for her now-husband Percy Gibson.Dame Joan revealed her affair began with Percy, after he mistakenly brought her mascara instead of eyeliner while she was starring in a play for a company he managed.The endearing

Good Morning Britain, before revealing that she speaks about the gaff in her new memoir, My Unapologetic Diaries.Speaking about her new book, the Dynasty actress revealed she had doubts over whether it would ever be published.She said: "I never thought that it would be published because there are a few naughty things in it."Going into detail to GMB hosts Richard Madeley and Susanna Reid, The Stud star opened up about a very awkward moment with fellow Hollywood actress Raquel.Joan said: "For example, I meet Raquel Welch and I'm with Dominick Dunne who was at the OJ trial and he says, 'I'm writing a book about the OJ trial'."And Raquel, who I'm sitting next to at a party, says, 'Oh, is there a part for me?'"Richard and Susanna fell about

Boris Johnson whilst promoting her new book on The One Show.The actress offered some friendly fashion advice to the Conservative Party leader on the BBC show.Speaking with hosts Ronan Keating and Sam Quek, Joan was full of stories about celebrities she had met over the years.The hosts quizzed Joan asking if she had any friendly fashion advice for our current politicians.Sam said to Joan: "How about Boris, Boris Johnson?"Any advice for him?"Joan responded: "Yes, I would say go and get your suits tailored better."The iconic actress then went on to reveal that she was co-workers with the prime minister at one point when she worked with The Spectator.She said: "But he used to be my boss."I write about that in the diaries, that he was my boss,

Meghan Markle, 40, is known for her love of designer labels, however, Lady Colin Campbell has remarked that often her clothes don’t appear to fit properly when attending social functions.The aristocrat claimed the Duchess Of Sussex’s posture is “all wrong” because she “swaggers around” meaning her customised garments get “horizontal pulls” in them.Speaking on royal dress code and etiquette, Lady Colin said in her latest YouTube video: “Your posture has to be regal, you can’t walk like Joan Collins, it is unacceptable.”The former I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here! contestant also claimed it was bad manners to “flaunt yourself” at functions as part of the monarchy.Lady Colin referred specifically to former Suits actress Meghan’s

Piers Morgan's exit from Good Morning Britain.In a new interview, the screen legend admitted if it hadn't been for the former Prime Minister, the UK would be run by the Nazis."[I] hate the way they are disavowing Churchill, who saved us, saved us from the Nazis," she said."I was too young at the time to realise, but they were on our doorstep."Joan retorted: "If it hadn’t been for Churchill, we would all be walking around with swastikas!"Reverting her attention to Piers, she has joined calls for him to be brought back to breakfast telly.After storming off-set then subsequently exiting the show in March earlier this year, the outspoken presenter made headlines across the country.It comes after over 50,000 people complained to TV regulator

Joan Collins said she doesn’t engage in social media for fear of cancel culture.  The "Dynasty" actress spoke with The Sunday Times where she discussed why she does not engage online, noting that she steers clear of any and all online discourse for fear that her words will be misconstrued or taken out of context.  "I don’t want to engage in any way, shape or form with these morons," she stated.  However, that doesn’t mean the 88-year-old doesn’t have opinions. For example, she noted that she believes Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been given enough of a platform in recent years.  "I think they’ve had enough oxygen in the press," she stated bluntly when asked.  Joan Collins spoke out against cancel culture.

Joan Collins isn’t going to let herself be censored.

One of the biggest fundraising balls Manchester has ever seen ended in a jaw-dropping £750,000 donated to boost four children's charities.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s departure from the UK, known as “Megxit”.The esteemed Hollywood actress was born in London but spent a number of years in the US where she worked on shows such as the 80s soap opera, Dynasty.These days Dame Joan splits her time between her Belgravia home and spending summers in the South Of France, but always keeps up to date with the latest international news.She follows the culture wars carefully and reads the media landscape astutely.

JACK Whitehall has overtaken Bradley Walsh to become Britain’s best paid star. His total assets of £14.6million last year also beat The Chase host’s £12.5million, Companies House records show.

“The material gal did not marry a material guy - lucky for her - and he's showing a great example to other men who greedily demand money and property from their wealthier exes.“After all, who should know better about this than me?“I have been caught in the 'gimme-the-money' trap with ex-husbands and boyfriends more times than I care to remember.”Joan continued: “I've thought that the men in question were pathetic gold-diggers because I was brought up to believe that men should take care of their women - although those ideals are quite old-fashioned by today's standards.”Joan’s first marriage was to actor Maxwell Reed shortly after she graduated from Rada at 18.He was 14 years older than her but their marriage only lasted four years before

Dame Joan Collins really is a timeless beauty. The 88-year-old Dynasty star has stunned fans with a new holiday snapshot in which she showcases her incredible figure and endless legs.MORE: Dame Joan Collins pictured with her rarely-seen brother Bill - fans reactJoan is currently soaking up the sun with her beloved husband, Percy Gibson, who also features in the photograph.WATCH: Dame Joan Collins celebrates 88th birthday in styleThe image shows the couple sat side-by-side on an outdoor sofa, sheltered from the heat.

Dame Joan Collins has taken to Instagram to share a rare family photo in honour of her late sister's birthday.MORE: Dame Joan Collins poses for very rare photo with youngest daughterJackie Collins sadly passed away in 2015 at the age of 77 after battling breast cancer. Six years on, her older sibling paid a loving tribute to the novelist on her social media.WATCH: Joan Collins proudly introduces family members as she marks birthdayJoan, 88, posted a photo showing her and Jackie with their rarely-seen brother Bill - a property agent.

Kevin Costner and Raquel Welch.In a swipe at the latter, she said of her outfit: "Raquel is wearing the most awful rhinestone necklace, bracelet and earrings and she is not exactly svelte, although her skin is good."Joan went on to say her fellow actress looked as though she borrowed a "dinner jacket from her boyfriend", who she claimed looked like Pierce Brosnan."When I ask her where she met him, she’s snappy and doesn’t want to answer," she added.The actress went on to say she "raised eyebrows" after allegedly hearing Raquel, 81, ask Dominick for some work.Adam Henson talks being left with a 'heavy heart' after holidayIn an extract from her My Unapologetic Diaries book obtained by the Mail Online, she also took a swipe at Sophia

Frank Sinatra in her memoir, based on diary entries from 1996.The music legend died at the age of 88 after suffering two heart attacks two years later.Last night a number of extracts of Joan's memoirs were published, where she discussed her Hollywood encounters through the years.She recently turned the table attacking Donald Trump, and voiced the reason why she quit Twitter.The extract from her book My Unapologetic Diares, published by the MailOnline, focuses on the late 1990s when Joan detailed her attendance at Roger Moore's 69th birthday at Le Dome.The actress discussed how she apparently had the best seat in the house sitting between Frank Sinatra and Gregory Peck, and opposite Roger.The latter was sat next to Frank's wife, Barbara

Joan Collins has something to say about the Kardashian sisters! The legendary star claims the famous family have undergone “an awful lot of surgery.”The 88-year-old actress who is best known for her iconic role in Dynasty, is giving fans some of her uncensored thoughts in her new memoir My Unapologetic Diaries, including secrets from her former co-stars and what she thinks about some of the most well-known Hollywood stars.Collins revealed she is close with the famous momager and didn’t want to give that many details, however she went on to give the readers a piece of her mind.“Kris Jenner, their mother, is a good friend of mine and I don’t want to be rude about her children, but there’s an awful lot of surgery there and I’ve talked to my

Joan Collins is making some statements in her upcoming book “My Unapologetic Diaries.”

Twitter after receiving a lot of "nasty remarks" when she voiced her opinion on Covid rules being breached.The actress detailed the reasons why she quit in a recent interview.Joan spoke in a recent interview about what drove her to quit Twitter, saying she could not deal well with the public backlash.When she felt that lockdown rules were being breached at her apartment in London's Belgravia she called the police and voiced her anger over the situation on Twitter.The actress's apartment at Belgravia has had scaffolding and builders there for months, angering Joan, especially in lockdown.Joan spoke about the issue on Twitter at the time and was bombarded with hateful comments.She told the Daily Mail on Sunday in their Weekend magazine about