Laura Whitmore announces new book and urges fans: ‘Stop waiting for a hero to come along’

Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrrls which will premiere next month on Prime Video. This eight-episode unscripted show is Lizzo’s first project as part of her first-look deal with Amazon Studios.According to a news release, the new series follows “global superstar and icon Lizzo, who is on the hunt for confident, bad-ass women to join the elite ranks of the Big Grrrls and join her world tour.

Fridays, the best is… of course, ESSENCE’s weekly roundup of new music. Today you’ll find a bunch of newcomers to listen to, and some projects from some of hip-hop’s staples.This week’s list includes a collaborative effort from Curren$y and The Alchemist, Mississippi’s own Big K.R.I.T.

Adriana Lima is pregnant!

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The stars of “Killing Eve” are saying goodbye.

Delilah Hamlin is celebrating six months of sobriety.

Ed Sheeran boosts back in at Number 1 on the Official Irish Albums Chart with Equals.

Lost Frequencies & Calum Scott climb to Number 1 on the Official Irish Singles Chart with Where Are You Now.

The Guinness World Records gave the James Bond film “Spectre” the honor of having the biggest explosion on film, but the “Transformers” director begs to differ.“James Bond tried to take the ‘largest explosion in the world’,” Bay, 57, recently told Empire Magazine. “Bulls—t. Ours is.”He’s referring to his 2001 WWII film “Pearl Harbor” that was released almost 15 years before “Spectre.”The war film contains a 40-minute scene in which the Japanese bomb of Pearl Harbor in Honolulu and a massive explosion combusts.“[Producer] Jerry Bruckheimer showed Ridley Scott the movie,” Bay told the publication. “And the quote [from Scott] was, ‘F—k me.’ No one knows how hard that is.

Steph McGovern has teamed up with her father, professional artist Eamonn, for a great cause. The 39-year-old is supporting a new skill sharing initiative celebrating the talents older people can share with the younger generation.MORE: Steph McGovern offers intimate glimpse into 'little holiday with family'The TV star can vouch for this desire to learn, which is why she likes to spend some of her free time learning to paint with her creative 68-year-old dad Eamonn.WATCH: Inside Steph McGovern's weight loss journeyThe campaign is all part of the #GenerationWOW campaign (which stands for wonderful older wisdom) from Specsavers Home Visits, together with u3a (University of the Third Age).MORE: Steph McGovern reflects on 'terrible pregnancy sickness' with glamourous throwback photosSEE: Steph McGovern shares envy-inducing hot tub selfie during romantic spa tripOpening up about her family time, Steph explained: "My father is a brilliant artist, so I grew up surrounded by paints, brushes and all the other bits and bobs used to create his beautiful images and sculptures."I'm not sure I've inherited his talent, but I don’t do too badly thanks to the tips he has given me.

Chris Willman Music WriterTaking an obvious cue from the popularity of Peter Jackson’s recent “The Beatles: Get Back” documentary, Paul McCartney has announced what he’s calling his “Got Back” tour, a 13-city, 14-gig outing through the U.S. that begins just a little more than two months from now.“I said at the end of the last tour that I’d see you next time.

RZA and DJ Scratch have released their new single ‘Fate Of The World’ – you can hear the track below.The song is taken from the pair’s forthcoming collaborative album ‘Saturday Afternoon Kung Fu Theater’, which is set for release on March 4 via 36 Chambers ALC/MNRK Music Group.After sharing the video for its title track earlier this month, RZA and DJ Scratch’s ‘Saturday Afternoon Kung Fu Theater’ is now being previewed by its latest single ‘Fate Of The World’.The Danny Hastings and RZA-produced video for the song, starring RZA himself, has also been released, which you can see below.‘Saturday Afternoon Kung Fu Theater’, which can be pre-ordered here, is described as “a love letter to the kung fu movies that aired each Saturday on local TV channels when there were only 5 channels to choose from”, and will see RZA “sparring with Bobby Digital, his more aggressive alter-ego”.“Lyrically the hip-hop part of me had a chance to re-emerge during quarantine,” RZA recently said in a press release announcing the album.“Giving Scratch the reins as a producer and me taking the reins as an MC, that’s what frees me up creatively and lets me play more with lyrical gags and lyrical flows because I don’t have to be focused on everything.” Last month the US government shared a series of new photos of Wu-Tang Clan‘s one-of-a-kind album, ‘Once Upon A Time In Shaolin’.

The Repair Shop has had to postpone today’s filming amid growing concerns over Storm Eunice. Presenter Will Kirk, 36, has taken to Instagram to announce the news to his 155,000 followers.He expressed concerns over the roof of the barn where filming was due to take place.Sharing a picture of himself enjoying a hot drink by the barn, Will penned: “The calm before the storm.“Filming at the barn has been cancelled today due to #stormeunice.“I’m hoping it's not going to get blown away like in The Wizard of Oz!“I hope you're all keeping safe!” the TV star concluded.Worried fans rushed to the post’s comments section to echo his views on the intense storm.Kaznwig said: “Keep safe all of you.“Just heard Banbury station roof has blown off.“Hope know one was hurt.” (sic)Chris08_ added: “It looks beautiful there Will, I would love to visit and try my hand at restoring something.“Stay safe and don't get blown away ! x”Traceycolwill typed: “Yes bit blowy here in sunny Cornwall!!“We are hoping the worst has past.“Lots of trees down though.

Sabrina Carpenter just released a music video for her new single “Fast Times”!

‘I’ve written a book,’ the Love Island presenter announced.

Laura Whitmore fans were in disbelief today, as the Love Island host stripped down to her bikini during a trip to New Brighton in Merseyside.The 35 year old presenter donned a rainbow bikini and posted a snap of herself braving the ocean despite the photo depicting an overcast and cold day.The star captioned the post: “F***ing freezing #staycation2020” and her fans were quick to share their thoughts on her brave decision to enter the water. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK's daily newsletter.

Laura Whitmore braved the freezing cold weather as she took a dip into the sea on the beach – all while wearing a bikini.The Love Island host is currently enjoying a staycation with fiancé Iain Stirling in New Brighton, Merseyside – and although it might not be sunny outside, they are trying to make the best of it.Taking to Instagram, Laura shared snaps of her donning a colourful rainbow bikini while the waves surrounded her.But even she admitted it was a bit too cold for her.‘F*****g freezing #staycation2020,’ she captioned the post.Fans couldn’t help but applaud Laura for her bravery, with one writing in the comments: ‘Jesus if that’s the Mersey you’re a brave brave woman.’Another added: ‘Can see your goosebumps.’While one fan warned her

Laura Whitmore has been putting on a brave face after this summer's Love Island had to be cancelled thanks to the global coronavirus pandemic.

Gogglebox was back on our screens this evening for the final episode of the current series.Over the past seven weeks, fans of the Channel 4 comedy show have seen a host of British personalities give their opinions on the latest telly offerings.Love Island presenter Laura Whitmore and her boyfriend Iain Stirling watched Basic Instinct during tonight's show.Things got racy while the couple watched the iconic sex scene from the movie.Laura admitted that she "didn't mind" getting tied up in the bedroom, leaving Iain shocked.Fans of the Channel 4 comedy show rushed to their keyboards to discuss Laura's saucy confession.Taking to Twitter, one fan penned: "Omg Laura saying 'I don't mind it' and Iain's face."Another Gogglebox said: "omg When Laura

Laura Whitmore is one of the most in-demand TV presenters around today.

Celebrity Gogglebox has announced a new addition for the final episode of the series.Tonight (July 17), viewers will be able to see singer Pixie Lott and her partner Oliver Cheshire on their sofa and reacting to the week's top telly, Channel 4 has confirmed on Twitter.Pixie is no stranger to reality TV.