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(BBC2. 9. 30pm)Once upon a time, rock was seen as a young person’s game, but not anymore.

Rolling Stones had some Hollywood royalty in the crowd at American Express Presents BST Hyde Park as Tom Cruise soaked up the atmosphere.The Top Gun star was seen rocking out at the iconic band’s British Summer Time festival show in London on Sunday night as he joined friends in AEG’s VIP suite.Tom looked to be in great spirits as he flashed a smile and swayed along to the music, and he kept things casual, wearing a navy coat over a shirt with the top two buttons undone and dark jeans.The concert was dedicated to the memory of the Stones’ late drummer Charlie Watts as they played in London for the first time since his death in August 2021.‘It’s lovely to be here. In 1962, we met a drummer from Wembley called Charlie Watts,’ the frontman told the crowd.

Mick Jagger made a glorious return to the stage with The Rolling Stones at British Summer Time (BST) festival in Hyde Park on Saturday. The 78-year-old musician brought the house down as the rock band – which features guitarists Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood – marked 60 years since their first ever show at the Marquee Club in London. Sir Mick donned a vibrant flowery green jacket, while guitarist Ronnie rocked a blue suede jacket and a purple shirt.

Mick Jagger was back fighting fit as he gave an energetic performance with The Rolling Stones at British Summer Time festival in Hyde Park on Saturday night. The rocker, 78, was joined by band members Ronnie Woods, Keith Richards and Steve Jordan on stage as they delighted thousands of fans. It comes after the band was forced to cancel a string of their European tour dates last week after Mick tested positive for Covid.

Mick Jagger‘s bout of COVID-19, The Rolling Stones performed ‘Gimme Shelter’ with gospel singer Chanel Haynes.The legendary rockers performed in Milan, Italy on Tuesday (June 21), performing a 19-song set as part of their UK and European ‘SIXTY’ tour. The show was confirmed to go ahead on Monday (June 20), following the postponements of shows in Amsterdam, Netherlands and Bern, Switzerland.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorEpix has announced an upcoming four-part docuseries titled “My Life as a Rolling Stone.” Tied to the band’s 60th anniversary, each episode will focus one of the band’s four core members (Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood, and the late Charlie Watts). The series premieres on August 7.“My Life as a Rolling Stone” is directed by Oliver Murray (who helmed “The Quiet One” the recent documentary on longtime Stones bassist Bill Wyman) and Clare Tavernor (“Keith Richards: A Culture Show Special”), and executive produced by Steve Condie, senior VP of content at Mercury Studios.

Epix has picked up BBC doc My Life As A Rolling Stone – four-part series that looks at the veteran rock band.

Jo said: "I wrote him a gift card when I heard he was unwell, I hope he got to read it."But you know, Charlie was 81, he was no spring chicken."It's a great loss to lose Charlie."But there again, he had a wonderful life.

The Rolling Stones have postponed Friday’s (June 17) show in Bern, Switzerland after Mick Jagger contracted COVID.The band announced yesterday (June 13) a last-minute cancellation of their concert at the Johan Cruijff Arena in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. It followed frontman Jagger testing positive after experiencing symptoms of COVID upon arrival at the venue.Now, the rockers’ gig at Wankdorf Stadium in Switzerland has also been postponed until a later date.

Rolling Stones lead vocalist Mick Jagger announced that he tested positive for COVID-19 on Monday, forcing the iconic band to postpone at least one of its concerts. Jagger, 78, made the announcement on social media, writing: "I'm so sorry we've had to postpone the Amsterdam show with such short notice tonight. I have unfortunately just tested positive for COVID.

WWE legend Jeff Hardy arrested on 'third DUI offense in 10 years' and other chargesTottenham striker Harry Kane reacts to Erling Haaland and Darwin Nunez signingsTrial against Carl Woods scrapped following charge for 'threatening behaviour'Steve is touring with the band following the death of long-standing drummer Charlie Watts, who died on August 24 2021 at the age of 80. The band made their return to the UK stage at the Anfield football stadium on Thursday last week and are also due to play two shows at BTS Hyde Park in London this summer.

pic.twitter.com/wQ7Qlc1WpaA statement on behalf of the band said: ‘The Rolling Stones have been forced to call off tonight’s concert in Amsterdam at the Johan Cruijff ArenA, following Mick Jagger testing positive after experiencing symptoms of Covid upon arrival at the stadium.‘The Rolling Stones are deeply sorry for tonight’s postponement, but the safety of the audience, fellow musicians and the touring crew has to take priority.‘The show will be rescheduled for a later date. Tickets for tonight’s show will be honoured for the rescheduled date.

The Rolling Stones paid tribute to The Beatles by covering their 1963 hit ‘I Wanna Be Your Man’.Originally penned by John Lennon and Paul McCartney, the Stones were actually the first to release a version of the song. They put it out as a single – their second – on November 1, 1963, exactly three weeks before The Beatles’ own recording appeared on their second UK album, ‘With The Beatles’.

Keith Richards has insisted that The Rolling Stones want to remain together for the forseeable future, as they embark on a tour celebrating their 60th year as a band.Speaking to The Sun‘s Bizarre column, Richards responded to a question about the band’s longevity. “Life’s just too interesting to die,” he said.

No Filter tour in 2017 in Germany and played 16 US dates in 2019 but their North American leg was put on hold for 16 months due to the coronavirus pandemic.They resumed the tour in September of last year. “We are thrilled to be able to announce the rescheduled dates for the Rolling Stones 2020 US tour, which will now go ahead this Fall!” the band said in July 2021.

"It’s a huge loss to us all."It’s very, very hard," he told Rolling Stone magazine.The band's guitarist Keith Richards also paid tribute to his friend, commending his "incredible" sense of humour.The songwriter told how he "loved to crack [Charlie] up", adding that it could be "painful" with the drummer after his sense of humour had been "sparked".Following Charlie's death, Steve Jordan has stepped in to play the drums on the band's upcoming tour, with Mick branding the move a "respectful" one.Charlie died weeks after revealing that he would not be touring with the band due to ill health.The British rock band was formed in 1962 and was originally composed of Mick, Charlie, Keith Richards, Brian Jones and Dick Taylor, with Ronnie Wood not joining the group until 1975.

The Rolling Stones have finally delivered a live performance of their 1966 single ‘Out Of Time’.The legendary rockers played in Madrid last night (June 1), kicking off their ‘SIXTY’ tour of Europe and the UK. As its name suggests, the run comes in celebration of the Stones’ six-decade tenure, having officially formed in June of 1962 (they’d perform their first show as The Rolling Stones a month later).

Ronnie Wood shared an adorable picture with his six-year-old twin daughters as he celebrated turning 75 on Wednesday.MORE: Mick Jagger's poignant tribute to Charlie Watts sparks huge reactionThe Rolling Stones rocker posted the photo on his Instagram page to commemorate his big day. In a candid photo, the trio melted hearts with their endearing grins.

The Rolling Stones drummer and music icon Charlie Watts left a staggering £30million fortune in his will, according to new UK Probate papers.His huge fortune followed a stellar career in the music industry, which saw him become one part of one of music's biggest rock groups of all time - as well as inspiring generations of drummers.However, Charlie Watts sadly died in hospital on August 24, 2021 at the age of 80 years old.A 14-page document has since revealed who he left his fortune to following his death, including his vast collection of beloved cars - some of which were reported to have never been driven.Charlie Watts was one of rock music's biggest icons and most influential drummers.After playing the band Blues Incorporated, he met future friends and Rolling Stones stars Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Brian Jones while playing in London's Rhythm and Blues clubs.Later forming The Rolling Stones in 1963, the group have since sold over 200 million records and were inducted into the Rock 'n' Roll Hall Of Fame in 1989.It is no surprise then that from his work with the group, Charlie Watts had an eye-watering fortune of over £30m at the time of his death.Last year, Charlie Watts was forced to pull out of the Rolling Stones' No Filter tour in America, to undergo surgery on his heart.However shortly after the operation, it was announced that Charlie had died at the age of 80 years old, on August 24, 2021.Announcing the news of his death, a spokesperson said at the time: "It is with immense sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Charlie Watts."He passed away peacefully in a London hospital earlier today surrounded by his family."Charlie was a cherished husband, father and grandfather and also as a member of The

The support acts for one of the most anticipated gigs of the year have been announced: the Rolling Stones anniversary concerts. This summer marks a full 60 years since the foundation of the iconic rock band, and the Stones are celebrating with two massive gigs in London’s Hyde Park. Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood will return to the Great Oak Stage for British Summer Time in Hyde Park this summer for not one, but two dates.

The Rolling Stones have confirmed that Sam Fender, Phoebe Bridgers, The War On Drugs and Courtney Barnett will support the band at their BST Hyde Park shows.The band will be performing two concerts in London in the summer as part of their 60th anniversary tour.The Stones have announced The War On Drugs and Bridgers will support them on June 25, while Fender and Barnett will appear on July 3.Following on from their acclaimed USA ‘No Filter’ tour, their latest jaunt will see Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood make their long-awaited return to the UK, also performing at the home of Liverpool FC – Anfield, for the Stones’ first in Liverpool show for over 50 years.Echo And The Bunnymen will provide support for that concert. The band will be joined by drummer Steve Jordan at all shows, following the sad death of Charlie Watts last year.“Two dreams in one – there’s nothing like The Rolling Stones, and there’s nowhere like Anfield,” Ian McCulloch from Echo And The Bunnymen recently said in a statement.“I can’t explain how unbelievably happy and proud I am that my band Echo And The Bunnymen are going to be opening up for The Rolling Stones, THE Greatest Rock & Roll band in the history of time, at Anfield, the Shrine of Life and football…“The Rolling Stones!!! And at Anfield!!! I feel honoured and blessed… Thank you God.”The Stones have a colourful history of performing at London’s Hyde Park.