My moustache made me a gay icon – I want to grow it back, says Corrie’s Michael Le Vell

Netflix revealed that Squid Game season two was on the way in announcements posted to social media on Sunday.The news about the hit program was revealed in a post featuring a closeup of the glowing eye of the chilling doll Young-hee, with a '2' superimposed over the lens.The show's creator,Hwang Dong-hyuk, previously confirmed that the program would return for a second run of episodes during an interview with Vanity Fairthat was published last month. Letting everyone know:Netflix revealed that Squid Game season two was on the way in announcements posted to social media on SundayNetflix shared a video to its Twitter account that showed the Doll Girl's eye flashing, after which the number two appeared.The streaming giant also added a humorous message to the post's caption, which partially read: 'Red light… GREENLIGHT!' They also shared a personal note from Dong-Hyuk, 51, who began his message by writing: 'A whole new round is coming.'He continued: 'It took 12 whole years to bring the first season of Squid Game to life last year.

Love Island star Liam Llewellyn is set to reveal the truth behind his shock exit from the show. The 22-year-old shocked the nation when he decided to walk out of the villa on Friday night's episode (June 10) - less than one week into his stint.

After the muted and makeshift celebrations of the past two years, Pride month is busting out all over in 2022. And one of D.C.’s newest LGBTQ-owned venues is working to establish itself as a hub of Pride-related activity.Over the next couple of weeks, Crazy Aunt Helen’s will host a variety of shows offering a veritable smorgasbord of LGBTQ-identified drag performers, comedians, and nascent playwrights and local actors.The latter comes courtesy of a new play reading series that launched last month from D.C.’s queer-focused Rainbow Theatre Project.The series, featuring casts of assembled local actors giving rehearsed, dramatic readings of stage works in development, continues with a reading of Faux Flowers, Anthony Green’s tale, set in present-day D.C., of “trauma turned to murder during an Easter dinner,” presented with a brief post-reading discussion with the playwright and cast.

First Kill (★★★☆☆) is very good when it’s good, and downright terrible when it’s bad.Sometimes it’s so bad, it’s good, but this “teenage lesbian vampire falls for fearless vampire hunter” romance is far from boring.Based on a short story by queer YA and fantasy author V.E. Schwab, First Kill blends a little Buffy, Supernatural, and Charmed with Romeo & Juliet, and a side of Heathers.

Brokeback Mountain, the “Retro Replay: Film Classics” series picks up two days after Capital Pride with the 1995 flamboyant star-studded comedy To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything Julie Newmar.Essentially an American remake of the global box office smash and Oscar-winning Australian comedy The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert, Beeban Kidron’s To Wong Foo starred a trio of male action stars — Wesley Snipes, the late Patrick Swayze, and John Leguizamo — improbably portraying New York City drag queens.We follow along as the trio sets out on a road trip to Tinseltown only to find themselves stuck in a homophobic hinterland after their old Cadillac convertible breaks down.Soon enough, they ride into the sunset, leaving behind a winsome message about the value of community and acceptance. Local drag queen Noxeema Jackson, named for the Snipes character, and the QTBIPOC collective, will be orchestrating some surprises at the screening.

Netflix has officially confirmed the record-breaking Korean survival drama Squid Game has been renewed for season two.The series, which premiered on the platform last year, became the most-viewed original title in Netflix history within 12 days of its release.Today (June 12), two new posts on the streaming service’s social media accounts confirmed that the show would be getting a second season. The first post featured the infamous doll from the first episode, with a number two flashing in its eye. “On your marks.

Alicia Keys brought Johnny Marr out on stage last night (June 11) to cover The Smiths when she performed in Manchester.The US R&B star was headlining the city’s AO Arena when she invited the guitarist to join her to perform one of the band’s classic songs.“I’ve talked a lot about New York tonight,” Keys reportedly told the crowd at one point during her set. “Now I want to talk about Manchester.” Marr then came out and accompanied her on a version of ‘This Charming Man’.“Johnny Marr!” She shouted as the track neared its end and the big screen focused on the guitarist.

Tasha Ghouri has become an instant celebrity after appearing on series eight of the dating programme - but did you know that she also has a number of famous links herself?The model and dancer has already formed professional relationships with some of the biggest names in showbusiness in recent years.It was also recently revealed that she has dated one of the stars of another huge dating programme - as well as being wooed by a famous Strictly Come Dancing star.As Tasha continues to be a fan favourite in the villa, Daily Star takes a closer look at some of her other famous fans and celebrity connections away from Love Island.Eagle eyed viewers may have recently spotted musician MNEK appearing as a guest judge on Ru Paul's Drag Race UK, following a stellar year for the star, which included an appearance at the 2021 BRIT Awards.Before his Ru Paul's Drag Race appearance however, he collaborated with Sleepwalkrs on the track More Than Words, which was accompanied by a music video featuring deaf dancers.One of the dancers was none other than Tasha Ghouri, who made her music video debut on the track.Speaking about the cameo, Tasha told Capital FM ahead of her Love Island debut: "That was my first major music video. Surprisingly enough it was about him celebrating the deaf community.

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Emmerdale star Rebecca Sarker turned up the heat on the British Soap Awards red carpet last night with a dress slashed to her thighs.The Manpreet Sharma star wowed in a neon pink dress with a train that skimmed the floor, but featured a cut-out section at the front revealing her toned bare legs.The strapless number featured a chic belt tied in an elegant loop at the waist, while Rebecca sizzled in a delicate choker necklace on the red carpet.She matched up the ensemble with a pair of metallic jade stiletto heels, posing with a hand on her hip as she lifted the train of her dress to keep it from trailing after her.Rebecca opted to wear her brunette tresses down loose around her shoulders, turning up the glam with her make-up with a rose-coloured blush, pale pink lip and bold eyeliner.A dash of magenta eyeshadow completed her look, as Rebecca had her toned muscles on full display.Uploading her snaps to Instagram, Rebecca wrote: “What a night!” with a party emoji.She later posted a cheeky snap giving the camera a wave, adding: “Thank you to all our supporters. Couldn’t do it without you!” Her fans rushed to the comments section to praise the star, with her Emmerdale co-star Fiona Wade - who plays Priya Sharma - writing: “Stunning!!” Anthony Quinlan, who played Pete Barton in the Dales, echoed: “Look amazing!”Love Island ’s Chloe Burrows hailed her as: “Sexy lady!!” As another fan told Rebecca: “Absolutely stunning, beautiful lady.

Mike Tyson" during their fight. Edgar Berlanga made the confession after his unanimous decision victory over Alexis Alvarez at Madison Square Garden's Hulu Theatre on Saturday night.

Manchester United. The Netherlands international is said to be wanted by former boss Erik ten Hag, and Barcelona are reportedly considering cashing-in on the midfielder.

Dragon’s Den star Hilary Devey’s agent confirmed her tragic death on Saturday 11 June . She died aged 66 while staying in her holiday home in Morocco, reported The Sun. Her representative told the publication: "I can confirm that Hilary sadly died yesterday.

CNN’s State of the Union talk show highlighted two hot takes Sunday from former Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers. The most startling was his pronouncement that an economic ecession was “more likely than not” within the next two years.

Sharon, 69, said on “The Talk.”“It’s really going to determine the rest of his life.”She didn’t provide more details about the surgery, but the 73-year-old “Prince of Darkness” has been complaining about neck problems for quite a while.The Black Sabbath frontman told Classic Rock Magazine in May that he still suffers from the fallout of a 2003 bike accident. “I’m just waiting on some more surgery on my neck,” he said. “I can’t walk properly these days.

Lin-Manuel Miranda has set expectations high for Ariana DeBose's turn as host at the upcoming 75th Tony Awards.In an interview with Deadline, the 42-year-old composer teased that the 31-year-old actress will kick off the Sunday night show with a 'doozy of an opening number.''There will be dancing,' the three-time Grammy Award winner told the outlet, though he would not disclose additional details about the ceremony, which airs Sunday night with a one-hour segment on Paramount+ at 7 p.m. ET and the main show starting at 8 p.m.

Rebecca Rubin Film and Media ReporterUniversal’s dino-sized “Jurassic” franchise is showing no signs of extinction at the box office.“Jurassic World Dominion,” the sixth installment in the long-running series, pulled in a monster $176 million from 72 international markets over the weekend, bringing its overseas total to $245 million. Combined with its $143 million domestic debut, the film stands at a robust $389 million and will imminently cross the $400 million mark.Directed by Colin Trevorrow and starring Sam Neill, Laura Dern, Jeff Goldblum, Bryce Dallas Howard and Chris Pratt, “Dominion” opened in 57 new foreign markets this weekend, including China, the United Kingdom and France.China, which has been increasingly hostile to Hollywood films, embraced the film, where it opened in first place with $52.5 million.

Coronation Street favourite Sally Carman looked a far cry from her mechanic character Abi Franklin as she struck a pose on the red carpet at The British Soap Awards. Sally, who is currently at the centre of the drama in Weatherfield in her fight for custody of her baby boy Alfie, swapped Abi's overalls for a glitzy black jumpsuit for the awards in London.

Coronation Street favourite Michael Le Vell has confirmed that co-star Charlie De Melo, who plays Imran Habeeb, has finished filming on the soap.Michael, who plays longstanding character Kevin Webster on the show, shared the news when he appeared on This Morning on Friday (May 27).The actor, 57, appeared on the programme alongside his on-screen wife Sally Carman, who plays Abi Franklin. Michael and Sally appeared on the programme to talk about the latest storylines.It has been teased by the soap that the battle for baby Alfie will heat up between Abi and Imran in tense upcoming scenes.Speaking about the drama that is set to ensue, Michael said: "There's a quite intense week coming up, mainly for Abi and Imran Habeeb, which we found out is not that easy to say.

Coronation Street star Michael Le Vell has asked bosses to bring back his character's legendary moustache.The 57-year-old actor has played Kevin Webster in the long-running ITV soap since 1983.Over the past four decades, Michael has been inundated with letters from fans sharing their love for his facial hair.He would also make appearances at gay clubs back in the day and Michael is keen to bring back the moustache.Speaking to Daily Star and other press, Michael said: "I actually asked Iain a couple of years ago could we do it for Movember but apparently we can't because it's a specific charity."I thought it would be quite fun. I went to every gay club and as soon as I shaved it off the bookings stopped.He joked: "So I'm thinking of growing it back for some cash."Over in Weatherfield, Kevin has a big decision to make as Abi Webster (Sally Carman) plans to run away with baby Alfie.Abi welcomes Alfie earlier this year as a result of a one-night stand with Imran Habeeb (Charlie De Melo).Kevin was left heartbroken when he learned about his wife's affair but decides to help her in upcoming scenes.Speaking about Kevin and Abi's turbulent relationship, Michael said: "I think she's brought a different dimension to him and she's exciting to him."He doesn't know what he's going to get from her from one day to the next.

Coronation Street star Michael Le Vell may feel like a dear friend to viewers having played Kevin Webster for almost four decades. The actor joined the ITV soap in 1983 as the mechanic and it'd be fair to say he hasn't looked back since.