Lorraine Kelly blasts 'daft' BBC for axing Holby City as last show looms

Lorraine Kelly and Royal editor Russell Myers discussed Prince Andrew on this morning’s show, with Lorraine saying she hopes he won’t ‘spoil’ the Queen’s year.This year marks the Queen’s platinum jubilee, a record breaking year which will celebrate 70 years since she was crowned.Russell began by explaining that the Queen was on her way to Sandringham Estate, as she goes to the estate every year to celebrate Christmas, but has been unable to go and celebrate with family in recent years due to the pandemic.Russell urged viewers to ‘spare a thought for the Queen’ as she has just experienced her first Christmas without her husband Prince Philip by her side, along with most of the family.She normally goes to Sandringham estate until February 6 which is the anniversary of her father’s death and this year it is expected that she will spend some time reflecting at Prince Philip's former home.Lorraine then said: “We really hope someone’s not going to spoil it for her, which of course is Prince Andrew. As if there wasn’t enough going on for her, he’s facing a probe into being a bully.

ITV presenter Lorraine Kelly has admitted the ruling that stated she was simply “playing” her on-screen persona was “a bit of a misinterpretation”.

Regan Gascoigne is one of 12 celebrities showing off their skills in this year's Dancing on Ice.

"People, especially politicians, think they're coming on to do a cosy little show, and it's really not!" she said.Lorraine gave another example as she recalled having Jennifer Arcuri on the show."When Jennifer Arcuri was in … honest to God, I was sat in the studio watching her being all coy, going and she said literally nothing. "So I just said: 'What's the point of you being on?' "Who do you think you are to do that to the viewers? You should never take them for granted like that."Her comment was in relation to Jennifer's GMB interview in November 2019 when she criticised the American entrepreneur for "not saying anything" after agreeing to come on the programme."What's the point of you coming on TV to clear the air and then you don't say anything?" Lorraine asked.An unamused-looking Jennifer hit back: "I believe I said a few things."Meanwhile, in June 2019, Lorraine made headlines when she brushed off Susanna Reid's comment on whether her co-host still remembered once working with Esther on their GMTV days. Esther was sat in the studio as she waited for Lorraine's response.The former Daybreak star curtly replied: "Yep, Yes I do. "Right, coming up after half past eight…" Fans believed that Lorraine was implying she had nothing nice to say about her former colleague as the clip went on to amass millions of views online, having since become one of the most-watched viral videos from GMB.Later that day, during a Q&A session, Esther went into detail about her ties to the TV personality, saying: "We used to share a dressing room."And she used to be on the programme afterwards, and obviously she used to be partnered with Eamonn Holmes.

Lorraine Kelly, Janey Godley, Neil Oliver and Grant Stott were amongst the Scots who paid tribute to Meat Loaf following his death. at the age of 47.

Oscars buzz kicking off, Lorraine Kelly has had the chance to see one blockbuster that is generating a lot of hype - Sir Kenneth Branagh's new movie Belfast. Find out what the TV star thought of the film, based during The Troubles, in her exclusive HELLO! diary below...One of the best perks of my job is getting to see movies before they hit the cinema, and now things are getting back to some sort of normality we are seeing more films being released so people can enjoy them on the widescreen.READ: 9 must-see movies coming to cinemas I love going to the screening room and sitting there, usually on my own, but often in the company of the divine Graham Norton.

Lorraine Kelly has finally addressed her 2019 tax tribunal case.

SONGS of Praise star Aled Jones' daughter has been named as the "next big thing" in Hollywood by fashion bible Vogue. Emilia Jones, 19, made her professional stage debut in the musical Shrek at the age of eight alongside Amanda Holden.

Strictly Come Dancing tour.The EastEnders actress recently made history as the first deaf contestant to win the BBC show.The 27-year-old is currently paired with Giovanni, 31, for when the tour begins on Thursday.However, the Strictly winner was spotted dancing with her co-star John Whaite today.The Strictly tour host Janette Manrara joked the cast had "gone mad" after members of the group swapped their dance partners.Tilly Ramsay, who will be partnered with Nikita Kuzmin, started practising the Waltz with Johannes Radebe's partner John Whaite.Then Maisie Smith, who is paired up with Kai Widdrington, danced with The Wanted's Max George, whose pro dance partner is Katya Jones.In a candid clip, a confused Janette commented: "What is actually happening? The couples have all gone mad.They've all swapped around."It's the craziest partner swap ever."The eagerly-awaited tour starts kicks off in Birmingham on Thursday after which Strictly fans all over the country will be able to watch their favourite stars in action.The cheeky Strictly swap comes just days after Giovanni joked that Rose had "pulled out of the tour".The Italian-born dancer took to the picture-sharing site and cleared up the claims in a candid clip at the weekend.In view of his 792,000 followers, Giovanni could be seen sitting on a coach as he spoke into his camera phone.He began: "Good morning lovely people. Just a quick message to clarify all the rumours that are going around at the moment.Lorraine Kelly sends support to David Baddiel over family heartbreak[LATEST]Eamonn Holmes speaks out about replacing Simon McCoy on GB News[TV]Deborah James in cancer update after being 'rushed' into surgery[HEALTH]"Yes, it's true.

Lorraine Kelly, 62, has taken to Twitter to call out the BBC as they prepare to axe Casualty's spin-off Holby City. Lorraine has called the BBC's decision "daft", with many of her followers showing their support for the cancelled show.Lorraine replied to a clip of Holby City from the programme's official Twitter page.In view of her 677,800 followers she penned: "Can't believe the BBC have axed @BBCHolbyCity - especially now.

David Furnish has delighted his followers by sharing a new picture of Elton John back on stage ahead of his farewell tour, which kicks off on Wednesday in New Orleans.Exclusive: David Furnish gives update on Elton John's health as he isolates ahead of surgeryFans of the star have had to wait at least two years to see Elton begin his final worldwide tour, Goodbye Yellow Brick Road.WATCH: Elton John shares update on hip surgery in interview with Lorraine Kelly"Getting back in the groove @eltonjohn #EltonFarewellTour," remarked doting husband David alongside a snap, which showed the superstar belting out a tune as David watched on.MORE: 10 rare photos of Elton John's children with husband David FurnishMORE: Elton John shares rare photo of his sons during glamorous summer breakFans rushed to comment on the post, with one saying: "Not long now until I see my hero perform." Another remarked: "This picture makes me happyyy!!!" A third person said: "Back at it! We love to see it."Elton, 74, announced his final set of performances, titled the Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour - The Final Tour, in 2018, and had planned to take his music around the world one final time. However, due to the pandemic and ongoing health issues, the tour was pushed back on various occasions.

Lorraine Kelly was left fearing getting into trouble after she made a cheeky comment about sleeping with David Beckham.The 62-year-old presenter was back on our screens on Wednesday morning and welcomed showbiz correspondent Ross King onto her show via a video link from Tinseltown to discuss the latetst gossip form across the pond.Conversation tuned to Brooklyn Beckham's wedding and Lorraine couldn't help but gush over the star's famous father.It comes after Lorraine took a swipe at some of the contestants on Dancing On Ice after her co-star Ria Hebden landed in the first skate-off of the new series.The Scottish presenter is throwing her support behind Ria, who appears on her self-titled ITV show as a showbiz reporter."What about the fact you can kind of sleep with David Beckham in China,?" Lorraine cheekily asked Ross about Hotel Beckham.He replied: "Well there we are. In one of the hotels, David has got his own suites."It's kind of the Las Vegas of the east.

Channel 5 last year.The fifth season kicked off on Monday, but eagle-eyed fans noticed a slight error made by producers during the first episode. While the episode was said to have been filmed in Yorkshire, Fern had actually been taping the show from Devon. The former This Morning presenter hopped onto her official Twitter to apologise for the confusion."Dear All, an apology!" she said."#WatercolourChallenge was supposed to be in #Yorkshire this week but as many of you have pointed out, it's coming from #Devon! "We are so sorry to have got them mixed up. "#YORKSHIRE episodes are starting next week."It appears the episodes are not airing in the chronological order in which they were taped, which caused a mishap with the show's editors. Fans reacted to Fern's tweet in the comments section, saying they didn't take issue with the location error, while others expressed their joy to see the show return 21 years after its last run on Channel 4. "Thanks for letting us know but I don't think it matters they are a brilliant set of programmes xx love seeing u on our TVs again fern xx" @Loopyloopla68 wrote. Another Twitter user named @Jody39112758 said: "It's a welcome addition where ever it's from."@SimonJeremyMil1 chimed in, writing: "Great to see this series back! My Mom & I used to watch it 20 years ago!"The Twitter user @VCM36 added: "It's easily done Fern.

“Thank so much to all of you who sent unbelievably lovely messages about him in response to all my posts over the years. He leaves a huge hole in my sky.”Fans were eager to offer their condolences and well wishes to David. @Thesocialdisser said: “So sorry to hear about your Dad, David.

FIONA Phillips has admitted she is too frightened to return to TV due to an ongoing battle with "brain fog". The former GMTV host, 61, has been suffering from the debilitating condition since entering the menopause. Fiona has admitted to The Mirror that she has "cried a thousand rivers" during the past few weeks and 'fears for her sanity'.

Lorraine Kelly slammed Prince Harry after hearing of his protection plan for returning to the UK, telling viewers, "You can't hire Scotland Yard!"

Holby City.However those hoping to see him reprise his iconic role as East End cad Beppe di Marco in EastEnders might be a little disappointed – as fans saw him swap the mean streets of Walford for a trip to A&E.Fans took to Twitter to share their glee in his television return, with one viewer gushing: “OMG one of my OG crushes from Eastenders is on Holby. Michael Greco where have you been?”Another added: “Hold on!! That’s Beppe di Marco!! He still looks good!”While a third commented: “Is that Michael Greco aka Beppe di Marco in Holby City?”Michael made his TV return as Anthony Carabello, a worried dad whose son Harry needed to undergo a tricky surgery.Holby City, which is due to be pulled off screens later this year, is filmed on the same Elstree site that’s home to EastEnders.And his appearance means it’s something of a Walford get together.Regular character Dr Nicky McKendrick, played by Belinda Owusu, aka EastEnders’ Libby Fox, appeared in the same episode.Dr Nicky plays the role of a frazzled nurse who failed to reassure Anthony of his son’s looming surgery.Michael’s appearance isn’t a one-off either, as his story carries on in the next episode.The 51-year-old found fame in 1998, when he arrived in Albert Square as Beppe di Marco, part of the new Italian family headed up by matriarch Rosa.He spent a decade living in Los Angeles where he has picked up roles in hit TV series Revenge and Western drama Hatfields & McCoys alongside Kevin Costner.This isn’t his first appearance in a British medical drama of late.

Lorraine Kelly has taken a swipe at some of the contestants on Dancing On Ice after her co-star landed in the skate-off.

Lorraine fans were left in stitches as Ricky Gervais's dog from After Life, Anti, howled the presenter's name as they said goodbye. The 60 year old actor and writer appeared on the ITV morning show to talk to Lorraine Kelly about the third and final series of his hit Netflix series.

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Lorraine Kelly has given fans some good advice about New Year's resolutions and the importance of taking time for yourself.