Madonna requests meeting with Pope Francis: “I’m a good Catholic, I swear!”

"Listen, I would like to give her the benefit of the doubt just because this is a tragedy that has moved everyone, that she's not doing this as a form of self-promotion," she told the presenter."However, if there are Netflix cameras then clearly she is."Royal author Angela Levin was also quick to question the Duchess after pictures of Meghan paying a visit to the memorial site emerged."Can you imagine getting a photographer plus a bodyguard to take a picture of you laying roses in memory of the most hideous attack on a school in Texas," she tweeted."Or did the parents or teachers ask her to come? We'll know when the Netflix filming is released."The Duchess of Sussex had flown to Texas from California to pay tribute to the 21 lives lost during the tragic shooting at Robb Elementary School on Tuesday.Markle, who kept a low profile, wore a grey t-shirt, blue jeans, sneakers and a dark baseball cap, was filmed leaving a bouquet of white roses in front of a makeshift memorial outside the Uvalde County Courthouse.A spokesperson for Meghan confirmed the visit and said it was important for her, as a mother herself, to extend her condolences and support to the community.The Duchess also visited a community centre hosting a blood drive, where she dropped off two crates full of sandwiches, drinks and desserts for the blood donors, according to Buzzfeed News.

The debut novel from Normal People's Sally Rooney has now been adapted in a new BBC drama. Conversations with Friends has been highly anticipated since the wide success of Normal People. Set in Dublin, the new programme follows the lives of ex-girlfriends Frances and Bobbi as they find themselves entangled with a mysterious couple.

EASTENDERS' Stacey Slater will be rushed to hospital in upcoming episodes after collapsing with suspected sepsis. The news comes after fans witnessed Jean push Stacey into a bar causing her to injure her leg. Stacey refused to get treatment for the cut on her leg as she feared it would get Jean into trouble.

Piers Morgan is reportedly taking a length break from his role on TalkTV after his new show struggled to pull in a viewership.The controversial reporter, who infamously stormed off the Good Morning Britain set after he was challenged by Alex Beresford, took up a slot at TalkTV after the incident.Piers Morgan: Uncensored has been unsuccessful in terms of viewing numbers, with a report from May 18 showing that his audience was just 24,000 during a primetime evening slot.Since the launch of the programme, Piers has been slammed by a guest who called him a "c***", had a conversation with controversial former president Donald Trump and has interviewed a spokesperson for the Taliban.The show’s dwindling audience has resulted in the journalist’s decision to take a backseat from Uncensored.Some of Piers’ followers took to Twitter to question who would take his place on the self titled showOne wrote: “I understand Piers Morgan is taking a six week break from his show. No news as to who will stand in for him with his 32,000 viewers.”Another scathingly tweeted: “Piers Morgan can’t even beat ratings that most bedroom YouTubers get.

The Book of Queer, all five episodes of which will premiere during Pride month. Produced by B17 Entertainment, the new series is a documentary with staged reenactments, a show intent on being as entertaining as it is educational.The series aims to “celebrate the LGBTQ+ community and their contributions throughout history” — “from Ancient Egypt to the Stonewall Riots” — largely by taking an approach “blending comedy with social impact.” The Book of Queer uses witty recreations “to bring each of the stories to life with a modern tone, and features interviews with revered queer historians and experts who are as colorful as the rainbow flag.”An ensemble cast made up exclusively of LGBTQ-identified actors is tasked with carrying out the recreations as they work to portray nearly 200 historical figures.Keeping them in line and on fact will be more than a dozen historians, including Lillian Faderman, Blair Imani, Michael Young, Susan Stryker, and Pulitzer Prize finalist Eric Cervini, who curated the narratives.Meanwhile, color commentary comes from narrators Margaret Cho, Dominique Jackson, Leslie Jordan, Ross Mathews, and Alex Newell.Each episode culminates in an original song and music video, created and performed by queer pop artists, including Betty Who, VINCINT, Shawnee Kish, Mila Jam, and Kaleena Zanders.“Throughout the centuries, LGBTQ+ stories have been kept under wraps for far too long,” says Howard Lee, president of TLC Streaming and Network Originals.

Gogglebox viewers became concerned after fan favourite Tom Malone Senior popped on screen with an injury.He sat with his wife Julie and their two children Vanessa and Shaun as they prepared for a night in front of the nation’s most popular television shows.Tom spoke to Julie about his ailment: “Got to rest this a bit now Julie. Take it easy.

Real Madrid to emerge triumphant in the Champions League final against Liverpool. Carlo Ancelotti's side are seeking their 14th European crown in Paris against Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool, in a repeat of the 2017-18 Champions League final where the Spanish side won their third title in a row.This year marks the side's first Champions League final since that victory, while Liverpool returned the following year to beat Tottenham in Madrid, and it's a tough one to predict for the clash on Saturday evening.However, Ferrari driver Sainz, a passionate Madrid fan, believes the team he adores will be able to secure the honours and admitted he did consider travelling to the French capital for the final but elected to remain in Monaco ahead of Sunday's Grand Prix."I don't think Real needs to win because as a team, they've done a great season.

Liverpool-themed pub in Paris. Ahead of the Champions League final between Real Madrid and the Reds, fans have flocked to the French capital to join in the celebrations. The two clubs will face off at the Stade de France on Saturday evening.

For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletter by clicking here.In 2016, he was faced with charges of unlawful and malicious wounding after a woman was shot in Charlestown.This incident happened just days after the shooting in Uvalde, Texas, which saw Salvador Ramos kill two teachers, 19 children and even his own grandmother before being shot down himself.While Ramos was legally allowed to buy his own firearm, it is currently under investigation how Butler got his hands on his.

For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletter by clicking here.Following the release of the unlicenced driver involved in the accident, Ms Aldanoglu said: "The fire inside me will never pass, but maybe it will cool down in time."It really hurts me that the driver was released while my daughter remains in this state."

Johnny Depp and Amber Heard’s defamation trial following the closing arguments on Friday. Depp, 58, has brought the case against ex-wife Heard, 36, following a 2018 op-ed in which she spoke about being the victim of domestic violence. Although the Pirates of the Caribbean star wasn’t named in the piece, he has said it impacted his life and career, with studios not wanting to work with him after the allegations.Musk, 50, had been brought up during the trial after Depp accused Heard of having an affair with the Tesla and SpaceX founder during their marriage, including a threesome with model Cara Delevingne, 29, which Heard denied. The business magnate broke his silence on the proceedings after the closing arguments, sharing his thoughts about Depp and Heard. Musk responded to a tweet from MIT research scientist Lex Fridman, who had written: ‘My takeaways from Johnny Depp vs Amber Heard trial: 1. Fame is one hell of a drug (for some).I hope they both move on. At their best, they are each incredible.‘2.

Jennifer Lopez is sharing the real importance of sleep.

Madonna is preparing to release a charitable NFT collection that includes a video of her avatar giving birth to a rapidly growing tree.The pop star’s Mother Of Creation collection is described in press material as a “labour of love” made over the course of a year with digital artist Beeple (Mike Winkelmann) who sold an NFT last year for $69million (£55million) [via Billboard].All proceeds from the trio of digitally rendered collectables will go to three charities: the Voices of Children Foundation, which helps women and children affected by the war in Ukraine; the City of Joy Foundation, which advocates for victims of violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo; and Black Mama’s Bail Out, which provides bail for incarcerated caregivers.Madonna’s Mother Of Creation videos are part of an “NFT triptych”.

Madonna has attracted much criticism for her Instagram photos, after followers accused her of trying to look and behave like a teenager in scantily clad photos where she donned fishnets and PVC. However A Place in the Sun presenter Danni Menzies, who has experienced internet criticism for her choice of outfits herself and been branded a "hooker" lookalike for her short hem-lines.

Madonna is ready to discuss some important matters with Pope Francis, revealing she wants to have a second chance after being excommunicated almost 20 years ago, for “blasphemous” behavior.The iconic singer who recently made a special performance at Maluma’s concert in Medellin, took to Twitter to contact the Pope, explaining that she is a good Catholic.“Hello @Pontifex Francis —I’m a good Catholic. I Swear! I mean I don’t Swear,” she wrote, “It’s been a few decades since my last confession.

MTV reported that The Vatican had responded, accusing the Papa Don't Preach star of blasphemy.Despite Pope Francis not responding to the star's tweet, Madonna soon had replies from other Catholic priests.Fr. Matthew P.Schneider wrote: "I don't know if the Pope himself can meet with you, but I can find you a priest near where you are to help you."Just DM me if you need help or have questions."While Padre Guillermo Serra LC penned: "Hi Madonna.

Madonna has requested a meeting with Pope Francis, insisting that she’s “a good Catholic’, despite being “excommunicated three times”.“Hello [Pope] Francis – I’m a good Catholic”, she wrote in a tweet. “I swear! I mean I don’t swear! It’s been a few decades since my last confession. Would it be possible to meet up one day to discuss some important matters? I’ve been excommunicated three times.

Debi Mazar isn't opposed to Julia Fox playing her in Madonna's upcoming biopic. ET's Denny Directo spoke to Mazar at the premiere of, and the actress — who has been friends with the pop icon for decades — opened up about casting for the project and who else she has pegged to star as her in the story of Madonna's life.«First of all, Madonna is still writing and she's not casting it just yet,» Mazar maintained.

Madonna, 63, was present at Dave Chappelle’s comedy set at the Hollywood Bowl on Tuesday when a man came up onto the stage to attack the comedian.

Madonna has announced details of ‘Finally Enough Love’, a new compilation celebrating the singer’s record 50 chart-topping hits on the Billboard Dance Club Songs chart.Madonna’s 2019 track ‘I Don’t Search I Find’, which featured on her ‘Madame X’ album, earned the artist her 50th number one on the Dance Club Songs chart in the US back in February 2020.The achievement made Madonna the first and only artist with 50 number ones on any single Billboard chart.Madonna is now set to further celebrate that success by releasing the career-spanning ‘Finally Enough Love’ collection digitally on June 24, before a physical release follows on August 19. Pre-order is available now from here and here.The forthcoming two versions of ‘Finally Enough Love’, a 50-song rundown of Madonna’s Dance Club hits (excluding 1987’s ‘Causing A Commotion’) and an abridged 16-track version, will be the first album releases to be part of the partnership between Madonna and Warner Music Group which was announced back in August.Both compilations have been curated by Madonna, with the 50-track ‘Finally Enough Love: 50 Number Ones’ including her favourite remixes of those chart-topping dance hits from across four decades, such as ‘Music’, ‘Like A Prayer’ and ‘Into The Groove’ (which you can hear above).You can see the full tracklist for ‘Finally Enough Love: 50 Number Ones’ below.

Madonna, 63, has reached out to Pope Francis after being "ex communicated" multiple times, which the star has deemed unfair.Madonna has pleaded with the Pope and said she's a "good Catholic" as she begged to get back in the good books and wants to discuss the next steps with him.In a tweet, she wrote: "Hello @Pontifex Francis - I'm a good Catholic, I swear! I mean I don't swear! It's been a few decades since my last confession."Would it be possible to meet up one day to discuss some important matters? I've been excommunicated three times. It doesn't seem fair! Sincerely, Madonna."Pope Francis' Twitter page has been active since Madonna's plea, but she is yet to receive a public response.The star hasn't chased him on any other platforms, but eagerly awaits his response to find out if she can set a meeting with him.