ITV boss Kevin Lygo confirms I’m A Celebrity 2020 line-up is complete

EXCLUSIVE: Tom Welling (Smallville, Lucifer) has signed on to star in Deep Six, an action-thriller from writer-director Scott Windhauser (Death in Texas).

Wyatte Grantham-Philips editorAfter almost a month and a half with no performances, Broadway on Hollywood’s production of “Hamilton” returned to the Pantages Theatre on Wednesday with a special audience: 2,600 Los Angeles public high school students.“I can’t imagine a better way to start our last six weeks here in the Pantages,” James Viggiano, company manager for the Los Angeles company of “Hamilton,” told Variety — adding that the return also marks the production’s last leg at the Pantages. “The cast always looks forward to having a house full of students because it’s an energy unlike anything else.”As countless theaters across the country know all too well, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has led to significant delays and uncertainties for bringing live performances back to the stage.

Andy Serkis and Michael Sheen look alike for years, but now even their own kids are getting confused.Andy has revealed that Michael’s daughter mistook the Planet of the Apes star for her dad.People have been confusing Michael and Andy for each other for years due to their similar looks, and the 57-year-old actor can recall one incident when Michael’s child Lily excitedly ran up to him at an airport after thinking it was her dad getting off a flight.Andy – who is world renowned for his performance capture work – was being interviewed by The Guardian when he was asked by a reader if anyone has ever asked him for Michael’s autograph. He replied: ‘Ha! No.

Ralf Rangnick could be the latest victim of player power in the Premier League should he lose his job because Manchester United stars are 'annoyed' by his training sessions. The German coach may only be contracted in his current role at Old Trafford until the end of the season, but United have been quick to act in the past if they don't see things going in the right direction.Rangnick wouldn't be the first to lose a job in that manner, with players on occasion visiting chairman in order to share concerns about the middle man.

A game between historic rivals Porto and Sporting Lisbon descended in utter chaos on Friday, with even matchday staff getting involved.The pair faced off in what ended up being a 2-2 draw - but after the game, tempers flared and an incredible five players were subsequently sent off for their involvement in the scuffle.Agustín Marchesín and Pepe of Porto, along with Sebastián Coates, João Palhinha, and Bruno Tabata of Sporting, all received their marching orders as the Primeira Liga encounter became marred with post-game fighting.Even more remarkably, it appeared that ball boys and stewards got involved as well. Stunner viewers online gave their thoughts to the wild scenes.One jokes that the ending result was like WWE.

The most expensive home in America, described as "a modern masterpiece", could sell for up to a whopping $500 million (£370 million) at auction if it doesn't sell quickly. On Friday, the Los Angeles, California dream property became the most expensive listing in the US when it was listed for $295 million (£217 million).However, if it doesn't sell by February it will be auctioned and could fetch up to $500 million.The 105,000-square-foot mega mansion, which features an excessive 21 bedrooms and 42 bathrooms, was built by Nile Niami, a Hollywood-producer-turned-developer, who promoted the hilltop haunt as the “biggest and most expensive modern home in America".Because of Miami's growing costs the project plunged into mayhem and it was placed into receivership last year, meaning that as part of a bankruptcy agreement it could be flogged to the highest bidder if it doesn't sell quickly.“It’s a modern masterpiece,” said Branden Williams, of The Beverly Hills Estates, which is representing the property along with Aaron Kirman of Aaron Kirman Group at Compass.

Adele seemed to confirm her engagement to NBA Sports agent Rich Paul on the Graham Norton show on Friday (February 11).The 33-year-old chart topper found herself in a bit of a corner when the BBC host quizzed her over the gigantic ring that was placed on her wedding finger.Speaking about Adele's performance at the BRIT Awards 2022 earlier in the week, Graham said: "I don't know if anyone noticed when you were sat at the piano singing, microphone in right hand.... the left hand didn't move as much as normal.Then the host joked: "It almost seemed heavier."The award-winning artist began to laugh, before Graham prompted: "Is there...?"Interjecting, Adele barked back: "As if I would ever tell anyone if I was or wasn't."With the ring in full view of the camera, she added: "It's lovely though ain't it?"Graham commented: "I have to say as a casual observer it looks like you are."Adele laughed and coyly agreed: "Alright," as Graham cheekily chirped: "I'm taking that as a yes."The Rolling In The Deep star's fans were convinced that Adele and Rich Paul had taken their romance to the next level when the songstress stepped out on the red carpet of the BRITs on Tuesday (February 8) with a huge ring on that finger.If one thing was clear, Adele certainly wasn't hiding the diamond from view as she posed for snaps on the red carpet with sparkling jewel in eyesight.It didn't take long for eagle-eyed fans to notice the gigantic rock, with many taking to Twitter to air their thoughts.One person penned: "Anyone else notice Adele wearing a huge diamond ring on her finger.

Drill rap music, which extolls violence in the pursuit of riches, is not something New York Mayor Eric Adams wants on social media.

An Ohio developer says he is moving forward with construction on a controversial housing project in Dave Chappelle’s hometown of Yellow Springs following a heated village council meeting that saw the comic icon threaten to withdraw millions in planned investments in the community. "Construction should commence in early spring," George Oberer, the CEO of Oberer Homes, told Dayton Daily News, the major local newspaper. Chappelle received criticism earlier this week after the paper reported his opposition to the developer’s plan – which sought to add dozens of multiple-family homes to the village, which in 2019 had less than 4,000 residents, according to the U.S.

The autumn line-up for I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here! is reportedly complete. Kevin Lygo, the Director of Television at ITV, has allegedly said that all the big celebrity names that are due to take part in the yearly challenge are "excited".

Love Island might 'do an I'm a Celebrity' and find a new location, while X Factor might not return, says ITV’s director of television.Kevin Lygo has been discussing the future of some of the channel’s most popular programmes - and says that although things are generally going well at ITV, some series are suffering a few more setbacks.During coronavirus lockdown, all production was ceased, with only some of the programmes, such as Coronation Street, Emmerdale finding a way to start back up again safely with strict social distancing measures in place.But some of the channel’s biggest entertainment series, including Love Island and X Factor, are not quite so certain.After all, how can you socially distance in a hot tub?Most recently, I’m a

The X Factor may never return to screens following an announcement that it would be taken off the air for 12 months, a top ITV boss has warned.Despite the show appearing on screens every winter for 16 years and catapulting the likes of Leona Lewis, One Direction and Cher Lloyd to international stardom, viewer figures began to decline.The news comes after music mogul Simon Cowell reportedly signed a deal to air Britain's Got Talent until 2024, including a 2020 version of The X Factor.Now, it appears that the future of the singing competition is in jeopardy with the decision to revive it lying in the hands of Syco boss Simon.Kevin Lygo, Head of Television at the broadcasting company said: "It's [X Factor] not definitely returning, it might

The X Factor may not be returning this year, but ITV boss Kevin Lygo has now suggested that it's unlikely we'll see the reality show on our TV screens again next year either.Back in February, it was confirmed that Simon Cowell had decided to rest The X Factor in 2020, with the series taking a year off in order to "reinvigorate" the show for when it eventually returns, originally thought to be in 2021.But at the virtual Edinburgh TV Festival this week, Lygo admitted that The X Factor isn't definitely returning next year after all."It's not definitely returning – it might return, and if it does the format will tweak," Lygo said (via The Sun)."I know it was the most successful entertainment show for the best part of a decade and you need to be

I'm A Celeb is reportedly "complete".For the first time ever in the show's history, the programme will be broadcast from Gwrych Castle in Wales rather than in the remote jungle Down Under.While Director of Television at ITV, Kevin Lygo, previously admitted that the UK series may not have the same pull for the celebs, it seems the closer-to-home location has got everyone excited."I certainly didn't want a year without I’m A Celebrity," Kevin told The Sun.

Fans of The X Factor might want to look away now, as the show might not return to screens for a while according to ITV’s Kevin Lygo.The TV favourite, which sees members of the public showing off their singing talents in a bid to obtain a life-changing record deal, was paused in 2020 in order to have a year’s rest. However, it seems ITV are now considering taking the competition off-air completely after the break period.

ITV bosses have confirmed I'm A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here will take place at historic Gwrych Castle, Abergele in North Wales – and insist the “extraordinary” location will help reboot the series.

I'M A Celebrity's 2020 line-up is complete - and stars are "excited" for the first ever UK series, the boss of ITV has confirmed. After it was confirmed producers have swapped the Australian jungle for a "haunted" castle in North Wales, Kevin Lygo said he worried celebrities would drop like flies to avoid the British series.

THE X Factor "may not return" after being rested for a year, The Sun can reveal. ITV boss Kevin Lygo has said the channel is not in talks to revive Simon Cowell's talent show after its planned 12 month hiatus.

ITV have hinted that Love Island may ditch the Majorca villa for another location next year. Speaking at the Edinburgh TV Festival, boss Kevin Lygo commented on the future of the dating reality show following the coronavirus pandemic.

ITV boss Kevin Lygo has said there were “too many changes” to the format of The X Factor before the end of its run, and he is hopeful it will soon return.

Naman Ramachandran Days after writer, actor and director Noel Clarke said that Black talents get only one shot to prove themselves in the U.K. television industry, Kevin Lygo, director of television at U.K.