Pasha Kovalev has head in his hands after Anne Diamond tells him she's 'AVOIDS' Strictly

COVID to gain entry to live events.As the office of New York City mayor Eric Adams confirmed on Friday (March 4), the ‘Key To NYC’ vaccine mandate was removed today (Monday, March 7).From now on, people visiting indoor venues – including restaurants, fitness facilities, and entertainment establishments – don’t need to show that they are protected against the virus before being admitted.However, such settings “will still have the flexibility to require proof of vaccination or masking indoors if they choose” to do so. You can see the thread of tweets below.BREAKING: NYC is lifting the indoor mask mandate for DOE schools K-12, starting Monday, March 7.Masks will be optional in indoor settings & will be available for anyone who wants to wear one.Masks will continue to be required for all settings with kids under 5 years of age.

Sam Smith and Normani copied elements of a song on their hit collaboration, ‘Dancing With A Stranger.’In a complaint filed in a Los Angeles federal court last week (March 4), songwriters Jordan Vincent, Christopher Miranda and Rosco Banlaoi allege that the pair’s song has the “same” title, chorus and composition as a song they wrote.

“Puberty really hit” with 20-year-old singer Luke Taylor.

Lady K dared to take on a Katy Perry song in front of the lady herself on Sunday’s “American Idol”, and her efforts paid off.

Bob Odenkirk, the experience of having a massive heart attack and almost dying on set is something that will be on his mind to some degree for the foreseeable future. The same goes for his co-star, and the woman who saved his life, Rhea Seehorn.The co-stars walked the red carpet at the 2022 Film Independent Spirit Awards in Santa Monica on Sunday, and they spoke with ET's Will Marfuggi about Odenkirk's shocking near-death experience.According to the actor, it was actually more frightening for Seehorn than for himself.«She got scared, I wasn't scared.

A Place In The Sun presenter Laura Hamilton had been expecting to fly to Spain yesterday, but instead of soaking up the bright rays of the sun in an exotic location abroad, it was more a bad case of the blues, after she tested positive for Covid.The star took to Instagram to share her frustration with her 153,000 followers."I just wanted to post this story as a few people have asked me: 'Are you okay?' following my post yesterday about being positive with Covid," she began in a clip from Instagram Stories."I'm very frustrated because I don't have any symptoms really - maybe a little bit of a blocked up nose and a little bit of a husky voice," she continued."I did have a cough a few days ago but I actually feel fine and I wouldn't have done a test, but I'm required to for work."It's when I did my test yesterday morning, before travelling to the airport, that I found out that I was Covid positive."Laura had expected to get the all-clear due to feeling normal, but just moments before setting off, her plans were put on ice."So very frustrating," she groaned, "but there you go!"However, the TV star has the perfect location for any self-isolation she may now choose to do, as she has just arrived at a new, albeit temporary, home."I moved into a new rented property which is where I'm staying now for a good few months while I renovate the inside of my house which is all very exciting."She added triumphantly: "I've unpacked, I'm all set up!"As someone who typically assists in selling houses, the 39-year-old seemed pleased to be on the receiving end this time and to be moving into a new place of her own.Newly single Laura split from her husband Alex Goward earlier this year, with whom she shares two children, and she recalled

Regina Hall is gearing up for her big night hosting the upcoming 2022 Academy Awards, where she'll be sharing the spotlight with co-hosts and comedy icons Wanda Sykes and Amy Schumer. Needless to say, she's looking forward to the experience and is bringing her best to the stage.Hall stunned in a shimmering, golden dress on the 2022 Independent Spirit Awards red carpet on Sunday, where spoke with ET's Will Marfuggi about her upcoming high-profile gig.Hall, who took the stage during Sunday's show to present the award for Best Supporting Male, said her brief appearance at the Independent Spirit Awards would be something like a trial run for what's to come.«It's a little test on the stage, right before the big stage,» Hall said with a smile.Looking toward the future, the celebrated actress said she's looking forward to sharing hosting duty with the two stand-up comedy legends.«I think it's exciting, like, it's Women's History Month, it's quite historic, like all of us together,» Hall said.

“Life After Death” — his second and final studio album — the rapper was making plans to hypnotize London in support of the ambitious double LP. And while the bottles were popping at Vibe magazine’s post-Soul Train Awards party in Los Angeles, he was trying to convince DJ Clark Kent to be his spinning sidekick across the pond.“He was like, ‘Yo, you gotta go on the road with me. We gonna go to London for this new album,’ ” Kent — who at the time was senior vice president of A&R at Motown Records — told The Post.

Summer of Soul” were among the big winners at the 37th Film Independent Spirit Awards Sunday.The ceremony hosted by Nick Offerman and Megan Mullally was held in a tent by the beach in Santa Monica, California, broadcast on AMC and IFC. It is the cool, casual counterpart to some of the more traditional film awards shows.“If you don’t win, you can just walk straight into the ocean,” Offerman said.Gyllenhaal won best feature, director and best screenplay for her adaptation of the Elena Ferrante novel “The Lost Daughter.”Through tears, Gyllenhaal said that more than anything she believes in love.

There are a number of new laws coming into effect in April which will change rules and regulations around wages, car tax and divorce.

A school boss has warned kids are going hungry at home and surviving on as little as one slice of bread a day.

The Queen is really "desperate" to meet her great granddaughter Lilibet, and grandson Prince Harry, 37, and Meghan Markle's second child, according to claims from a royal author.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, 40, gave their child a great honour by naming her after her great-grandmother the Queen. But sadly, despite baby Lili being born last June 4, the 95 year old monarch still hasn't had the opportunity to meet her yet given the couple now permanently reside in Montecito, California. It is believed that Princess Eugenie, 31, is the only royal to have made the trip across the pond to America.

Holly Willoughby was caught getting the giggles on live TV during Monday's edition of This Morning, as the star was forced to reveal she'd had a problem with her Spanx underwear. Unable to control her laughing following a brief ITV break, the 41 year old mum-of-three ignored the regular schedule to go off-cue. "You lot are very rude," she began, as co-host Phillip Schofield turned to her in surprise.

Kate Garraway has reportedly suffered another misfortune following her husband Derek Draper’s long-term effects after catching Covid-19 as his business — which she took over as director of amid his health issues — has folded.The 54 year old mentioned having fears of “money running out” paying for Derek’s aftercare treatment and now a source alleges she is facing more difficulty as Derek's psychotherapy company Astra Aspera Limited has struggled to “keep going". After falling seriously ill with Covid-19 in 2020, Derek has been looked after by carers and wife Kate — leaving little time for the Good Morning Britain presenter to be able to focus on the couple's business.

John Hopewell Chief International CorrespondentTelefonica’s Movistar Plus, Spain’s biggest pay-TV/SVOD operator, has launched an in-house overseas sales division, Movistar Plus Internacional, headed up by former Sony and Buendía Estudios exec Maria Valenzuela. Lorena Molloy, an ex-exec at The Mediapro Studio, has joined Movistar Plus Internacional beginning in March as its head of communication and marketing. Valenzuela, who began working with the platform last summer, heading international strategy and business development, reports directly to Domingo Corral, Movistar Plus’ director of original production.Movistar Plus Internacional is making further appointments, raising staff to around 10 employees, Valenzuela said. It will attend all major markets, beginning with Series Mania and MipTV/Canneseries, focusing at least in the short term on sales to Europe, Eastern Europe, U.S.

Rachel Riley has demonstrated how motherhood can be unpredictable.

Rachel Riley, 35, gave fans an insight into her family life with husband Pasha Kovalev, 41, and their toddler Maven today.The Countdown maths whizz discovered a huge wet patch on her jeans at a train station and took to social media to explain the mishap.The mathematician was seen sporting casual wear consisting of a pink jumper, dark jeans and black trainers.The former Strictly Come Dancing star shared a picture of herself looking down at her daughter Maven as she showcased her damp jeans.In view of her 669,00 followers, she wrote: “Baby was kindly sharing her water when she stopped to give me a kiss!“Water carried on pouring...

Carol Vorderman at the age of 22. And Rachel Riley has been a mainstay on our TV screens ever since, thanks to her role on the long-running quiz show, along with its comedy spin-off 8 Out Of 10 Cats Does Countdown.

COUNTDOWN'S Rachel Riley has revealed that she wants to renew her wedding vows with Strictly husband Pasha Kovalev - one year after their secret Vegas nuptials. Rachel, who had a very small ceremony in 2019, said that she is tempted to renew her vows in the future.

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine Countdown star Rachel Riley and professional dancer Pasha Kovalev are one of TV's most-loved couples, having met on Strictly Come Dancing when they were paired together in 2013. Fast forward eight years and they are happily married and parents to 14-month-old daughter Maven.

Rachel Riley has treated fans to a gorgeous new picture of baby Maven - and judging by the snap, it seems the one-year-old tot is clearly taking after her Strictly Come Dancing star dad Pasha Kovalev!With her arms up in the air, little Maven was seen wearing a gold top, lined with sequins and gems, over her baby clothes.Exclusive: Rachel Riley talks family life with Pasha KovalevWATCH: Rachel Riley shares exciting update on baby Maven on GMB"Hands up, who's ready to go to the theatre?! This Saturday @riseupwitharts," wrote Rachel across the cute image.READ: Rachel Riley gave birth to daughter Maven standing up at homeSEE: Rachel Riley leaves fans in stitches after suffering wardrobe malfunctionProfessional dancer Pasha will be taking part