Elaine Paige: Last News

Golden Age of Hollywood stars” and a “Broadway and West End icon” following her death. The Irish-British and American actress, best known for her role as Jessica Fletcher in American drama series Murder, She Wrote, died “peacefully” in her sleep aged 96, her family said on Tuesday. Catherine Zeta-Jones, Elaine Paige, Josh Gad and Modern Family star Jesse Tyler Ferguson were among those sharing memories of encounters with the renowned actress.

Rachel Zegler is headed across the pond to make her West End debut in a revival of “Evita,”according to a report published on Variety Friday.“Evita” will be directed by “Sunset Boulevard” creator Jamie Lloyd and opening night is slated for June 14 at the London Palladium.The show follows the life of Argentine political leader Eva Perón (Zegler) who is also the second wife of the Argentine president.Zegler, 23, will follow in the footsteps of stage stars Elaine Paige and Patti LuPone. Paige, 77, originated the role on the West End in 1978 with the iconic hit “Don’t Cry for Me, Argentina.”LuPone, 75, meanwhile, was the first to star as Eva on Broadway in 1979.In 1996, Madonna starred in the film adaptation opposite Antonio Banderas.However, this won’t be the first time Zegler takes on an iconic role, as she rose to stardom in 2021 after starring in Steven Spielberg’s “West Side Story.”The actress then headed to Broadway where she made her debut as Juliet in “Romeo + Juliet” – a modern twist on the Shakespearian classic.

Rachel Zegler. As has been rumored for some time, the actor will make her West End debut in a revival of “Evita,” Variety has confirmed. “Evita” is being directed by “Sunset Boulevard” helmer Jamie Lloyd and is set to begin previews at the London Palladium on June 14.

Scottish sensation Susan Boyle stepped on to the Britain’s Got Talent stage in 2009 and delivered an audition that left the world astonished.

Zoe Ball is returning to BBC Radio 2 after leaving last year.

Zoe Ball will return to BBC Radio 2 with a new weekly show, the broadcaster has announced. Zoe left her breakfast show last year, with Scott Mills later taking over. She will host a new weekly show from May and two specials including a BBC TV show celebrating Elaine Paige’s 60-year career in showbusiness.

Marc Malkin Senior Editor, Culture and Events Ariana DeBose won’t be crying for Argentina. The Oscar winner was in talks to star in Jamie Lloyd’s revival of “Evita” at the London Palladium, but sources tells me things didn’t work out “due to scheduling.” The musical is scheduled to run June 16-Sept. 6.

Johnnie Walker's wife has paid an emotional tribute to the much-loved BBC Radio legend following his tragic passing on December 31 after a lengthy illness. His close friend and colleague at BBC Radio 2, Bob Harris, broke the sorrowful news on air. Johnnie aired his final "The Rock Show" on Friday, October 25, and his last "Sounds of the 70s" broadcast was on October 27.

Andrés Buenahora editor Ken Page, a theater icon who brought Old Deuteronomy to life in the Broadway debut of “Cats” and delighted children everywhere by voicing Oogie Boogie from “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” has died. The actor died Monday at home in St. Louis, Mo.

EXCLUSIVE: Jamie Lloyd, director of the history-making reimagining of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Sunset Boulevard, reveals that his star Nicole Scherzinger initially “refused to consider” accepting his offer to play Norma Desmond in the show adapted from Billy Wilder’s 1950 classic.

Deadline Hollywood, telling the publication: “With his distinctive voice and commanding presence, Ackland brought a unique intensity and gravitas to his role. He will be remembered as one of Britain’s most talented and beloved actors.”While a cause of death was not shared, the actor’s rep Paul Pearson told Variety that Joss Ackland – born Sidney Edmond Jocelyn Ackland in North Kensington, London, in 1928 – died “peacefully”.

New ITV show Mamma Mia! I Have a Dream began airing on Sunday, 22 October, and many viewers were quick to share their confusion over the judging panel. The talent show sees 14 hopefuls competing to be cast as lead characters Sophie and Sky in the hit West End show, Mamma Mia. Filmed across eight weeks in Corfu, Greece, earlier this year, seven boys and seven girls lived together in a villa while taking part in the competition.

The Scottish singer rose to fame after coming second to dance group Diversity on Britain's Got Talent in 2009Susan Boyle made a triumphant return to Britain's Got Talent during Sunday's grand final, accompanied by the cast of Les Miserables from London's West End. The Scottish singer - who shot to fame after finishing as runner-up to Diversity on the ITV show in 2009 - also went on to reveal that she has suffered a stroke that she had kept secret. It has been over 14 years since the world was first introduced to Boyle, who shocked the entertainment industry in her audition when she performed a jaw-dropping rendition of I Dreamed A Dream after proclaiming to the judges she wished to "be as big as Elaine Paige".

Ahead of her Coronation Street debut last year, Jodie Prenger had already dabbled in the TV and showbiz world having appeared in a handful of programmes. Jodie, who stars as barmaid Glenda Shuttleworth on the popular ITV soap, first shot to fame on The Biggest Loser in 2006, with the now-43 year old going on to win the show and bagging a £25,000 cash prize.The UK edition of the programme – which was axed in 2012 – was for people wanting to overhaul their diets and their lives, with Jodie going on to shed an amazing nine stone on the show.

Queen Consort Camilla has revealed she was gripped by BBC crime drama Happy Valley as she celebrated International Women’s Day with its star and a host of inspiring individuals on Wednesday. Actress Sarah Lancashire was invited to the Buckingham Palace event alongside the 2021 Strictly Come Dancing winner and EastEnders actress Rose Ayling-Ellis, Love Island star Megan Barton-Hanson and former Tehran prisoner Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe.

Linedy Genao is ready to take the stage. The actress is starring in the new musical, Bad Cinderella, which is currently in previews, and is the first Latina/Domincan-American to originate an Andrew Lloyd Webber Broadway-bound musical.

Queen’s death was confirmed, Elaine Paige felt crushed with grief, almost as if she was mourning a relative rather than the Monarch. “I know this may sound strange but I honestly felt as though I’d lost a member of my own family. I’m such a staunch royalist,” she tells me.“Every time I’d met her, she was so real, so honest, someone who always looked you straight in the eye.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's documentary on her show.Today, the royal pair released their headline-grabbing series which has certainly been a talking point on social media.Ahead of its release, Zoe, 52, told listeners about what she knew about the documentary so far, but one listener wasn't impressed.As she went on to share snippets from the episodes on her BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show today, she explained: "Now, I'm going to talk about Harry and Meghan's documentary that has landed on Netflix this morning."The last time I mentioned this, I got an angry message from a lady saying, 'Shame on you Zoe Ball!'"The presenter went on to clarify that she doesn't share her own personal opinion on her show, but has a duty to inform her listeners about the latest news.Piers Morgan brands Harry and Meghan doc 'worse than the Kardashians'"So, if that lady wants to write to me again... I'm sure she will," she added before swiftly moving on.Zoe went on to play some audio clips from the couple's documentary, including the moment the pair revealed that they met on Instagram.The presenter gushed over the Prince as she likened his laugh to sounding like Elaine Paige. On Friday, she seemed to be stunned when she shared the trailer for the first time with her listeners.As the clip concluded, she was heard drawing back a breath as she uttered: "My goodness me."She went on to say: "The 59 second trailer has pictures and videos of them both that we have never seen before."One of Meghan crying.

Daily Lowdown Podcast from HELLO! Today, we're discussing the sad death of Angela Lansbury. MORE: The Daily Lowdown: Ryan Reynolds' Deadpool co-star reveals actor 'didn't like him' - detailsNot only that, Blink 182 have reunited and Lewis Capaldi and Niall Horan are starring in a new documentary. Tune into today's episode of the podcast below…Check out today's episode of the Daily LowdownStars of the big and small screen are paying tribute to Angela Lansbury after the actress' death aged 96.

Matt Goss is one of the 14 celebrities competing for the Glitterball trophy on this year's Strictly Come Dancing, but his debut in the 2022 series isn't the first time the Bros musician has hit the show's famous dancefloor. The '80s legend, 53, who shot to fame alongside his twin brother Luke Goss, previously appeared on the festive edition of the show back in 2013 and performed alongside professional dancer Aliona Vilani. The duo were up against Sara Cox, Rufus Hound, Rochelle Humes, Ricky Norwood and Elaine Paige.

RuPaul's Drag Race UK queen Cherry Valentine has died at the age of 28, their heartbroken family has confirmed.Cherry – real name George Ward – appeared on the second series of the beloved BBC show, which launched its fourth series on Thursday night (September 22).The entertainer's family released a statement which said: "It is with the most heart wrenching and deepest sadness to inform you that our George – Cherry Valentine – has tragically passed away.READ MORE: Inside RuPaul and Michelle Visage's friendship – 'soulmates' to Drag Race co-stars"This will come as a profound shock to most people & we understand there is no easy way for this to be announced."As his family, we are still processing his death and our lives will never be the same."We understand how much he is loved and how many lives he has inspired and touched."All we ask is for your patience and your prayers in this time."We love you Georgie. 30 November 1993 - 18 September 2022.”Cherry competed on the second series of RuPaul's Drag Race UK, which was hit by the Covid pandemic and forced to stop filming midway through.The Darlington queen was the second eliminated after facing off against eventual runner-up Tayce in a Lip Sync For Your Life to Elaine Paige's Memory.During the Covid pandemic, Cherry returned to their day job as a nurse and worked on the frontline within the NHS.They later returned to television with their own documentary, about life as a traveller, titled Cherry Valentine: Gypsy Queen and Proud.Tributes have started to pour in on social media following the news of Cherry's tragic death.One person said: "The Cherry Valentine news is heartbreaking.