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odds continue to change over who could play the next 007, with the latest list of likely James Bond actors including Henry Cavill, Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Rege-Jean Page. However, one name that has consistently arisen over the years is that of Idris Elba, 50.Idris has certainly proved he has the acting chops for the role, previously earning a Golden Globe and five Primetime Emmy nominations for his television work. The actor has appeared as the iconic Stringer Bell in HBO series The Wire, as well as DCI John Luther in the BBC One series Luther.While Idris makes for a fantastic action man, he would also be the oldest Bond of all time if he were to take on the part in his 50s.The title is currently held by Roger Moore, who played the character from ages 45 to 57 between 1973 and 1985.Annette Badland, 72, revealed that she felt Idris’ casting as the new Bond wasn’t likely in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk earlier this year.The Midsomer Murders star, who joined the cast as motorbike-riding chief pathologist Fleur Perkins back in 2019, brought up Idris whilst speculating who might be the new Doctor in Doctor Who.“Idris Elba wouldn’t do it I don’t think,” she said at the time, although it has now been announced that Sex Education’s Ncuti Gatwa will be the latest actor to portray the timelord. “The fans don’t like them to begin with,” Annette said of the ever-changing role, “...

A fire broke out at a luxury Scots hotel this morning.

Dianne Buswell, 33, put any split rumours to rest yesterday after sharing a sweet picture of herself facetiming her boyfriend Joe Sugg, 31.The pair met back in 2018 when they competed together on the BBC show Strictly Come Dancing. Earlier this week, there was some speculation about Dianne and Joe’s relationship after the Australian-born dancer flew home for Christmas alone. While some fans questioned whether the pair had perhaps split, plenty of Dianne’s followers also suggested the couple might simply be spending the festive period with their respective families. Last night, Dianne shared some sweet pictures from her trip to Australia so far to Instagram, including a snap from her video call with Joe. The pair both grinned as they chatted from different sides of the word, and Dianne captioned the post with some laughing and heart emojis. Dianne also stood alongside a family member dressed up as Father Christmas while on the call. The post comes after Dianne shared the news of her flight home with her 892,000 followers earlier this week. The Strictly pro held a glass of bubbly as she showed off her glamorous pink hair with a matching top, while contrasting the tee with bright red bottoms.As the series of pictures progressed, Dianne showed the realities of the 24-hour flight as she showed herself ready for bed and awake in the morning.She captioned the post: "I’m Almost in the land of Oz !!!! What a difference 24 hours of flying makes then vs now!”Earlier this year, Dianne opened up about adjusting to her life in the UK in an exclusive interview with Express.co.uk. “I don’t think there’s anything I find too weird about living here,” Dianne reflected.“I’ve been here now six years and that’s gone very quickly. “One weird

Holly Willoughby has gotten into the festive spirit, as the TV personality shared a Christmas Eve Eve selfie yesterday from her £3 million London pad.

A Lanarkshire town has been given the go-ahead for the return of its iconic Hogmanay celebration.

Rob Burrow's disability van was targeted in a sickening vandal attack as he went out for a Christmas meal with his family.

From Trigger Point to The Empress to Marie-Antoinette, the past year has been another stellar one in the world of international drama as a wealth of streamers splashed the cash on shows across the globe and public broadcasters joined together to greenlight the best talent in the business. Below, Deadline identifies just a few of the major launches set to light up the world of scripted in 2023. Read on.

After two truncated years of pandemic-related disruptions, film festivals around the world returned with full-flowing in-person events this year.

A woman was 'doused in petrol' on a Scots road in a horrifying attack which is believed to have been streamed on social media.

With just one more sleep to go, children all over the country are eagerly awaiting for Santa's arrival.

Hamilton Accies boss John Rankin says his side has to get back up with boxing gloves on when they get knocked down.

Britain's 'first gay dad' who grew up on a council estate is now a multi millionaire and is splashing out on his eight kids this Christmas as he purchases a £600,000 flat for his baby. Barrie Drewitt-Barlow, 52, and his ex-husband Tony were the first gay couple in the UK to have a child via surrogacy and they have planned a very lavish Christmas for their kids this year.

That last minute Christmas shopping will have to be put on hold for a couple of hours for Celtic and St Johnstone fans.

With the big day just 24 hours away, Christmas eve is last chance to plan ahead for the festive dinner to ensure a fail free meal.

Prince Andrew has been thrown out of Buckingham Palace by King Charles, according to reports.

Changes to the Champions Leaue format are not going down well with broadcasters across Europe as Celtic and Rangers watch on closely.

Clyde boss Jim Duffy admits he doesn't know if Scott Taggart's penalty for Alloa crossed the line or not, but he insists the Wasps shouldn't have been awarded it in the first place.

Actor Ronan Vibert, who was best known for his roles in Saving Mr Banks and The Snowman, has died aged 58. His manager has confirmed his death, which happened in a Florida hospital on Thursday. Ronan’s manager has said he died following a short illness, but no further details have been given at this time. The actor made his debut in 1989 show Traffic and appeared in TV shows such as Birds Of A Feather, Lovejoy, and Gimme Gimme Gimme.He also starred alongside the likes of Tom Hanks and Emma Thompson in Disney’s popular film Saving Mr.

Instagram and shared a candid post just before Christmas as she addressed her recent health woes.The ex-girlfriend of James Middleton - who is the brother of the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton - appeared to be in high spirits as she shared a photo of herself in a neck brace.The 43-year-old explained she suffered the horrendous injury two weeks ago.Donna, who found fame as a teen in the kid's show Byker Grove, is back on her feet but will be spending Christmas wearing a protective brace.Taking to Instagram on Friday night, she penned: "Well the year has ended with a bang.