Jason Manford: Last News

Fancy watching Ariana Grande, Lady Gaga and Marvin Gaye on the same show? Of course you do. It can’t happen in real life, but ITV’s latest Saturday night extravaganza, Starstruck, offers the next best thing.

Sometimes coming runner-up in a competition can actually be the best thing – just ask Olly Murs. Not only has the charismatic 37-year-old racked up countless catchy hits since coming second on The X Factor in 2009, but he’s added another string to his bow by becoming a popular coach on The Voice UK Now, after a presenting stint on The X Factor alongside his late friend Caroline Flack, Olly is having a second shot at hosting.This time, it’s ITV’s new entertainment juggernaut, Starstruck – a Stars In Their Eyes reboot.The show sees three contestants all transform into the same music icon in a bid to impress the all-star judging panel – Sheridan Smith, Adam Lambert, Beverley Knight and Jason Manford. Get exclusive celebrity stories and fabulous photoshoots straight to your inbox with OK!'s daily newsletter.

The Masked Singer UK's forthcoming finale will gather troops from across the first two seasons to see out this year's competition. ITV has confirmed to Digital Spy that 2021 champion Joss Stone is onboard as the latest guest judge – taking over from Dame Joan Collins who appeared on the semi-final – whilst Nicola Roberts (in her Queen Bee get-up), Jason Manford (Hedgehog) and Aston Merrygold (Robin) will duet with the three finalists Robobunny, Panda and Mushroom.

Olly Murs says Caroline Flack was 'with him' during filming for new Saturday night show as he opens up on crippling grief

Denise Van Outen has taken to Instagram to share some big news with her fans.READ: Denise Van Outen recalls details of a 'naughty date' with fellow celebrityThe 47-year-old has revealed that she is joining the The Masked Singer's live tour and will be appearing as a judge on the show, which is being hosted by Joel Dommett.WATCH: Denise Van Outen transforms her home into nightclubDenise explained to her followers: "I am so excited to be heading out on tour with @masksingerliveuk as a judge, and to be in such wonderful company with @AstonMerrygold! I can't wait to see who is behind the mask in each city, and if you can't either book now via TheMaskedSingerLiveUK.com #MaskedSingerUKLive #Arenas."READ: Denise Van Outen's ex Eddie Boxshall facing new setback following splitMORE: Inside Denise Van Outen's love lifeOf course, Denise is no stranger to the ITV show. She competed in the very first series of the singing competition in 2020 and was later unmasked as Fox, eventually finishing in fifth place behind CeeLo Green, Katherine Jenkins, Jason Manford and winner Nicola Roberts.A post shared by Denise Van Outen ⚡️ (@vanouten_denise)Denise shared her big news with fans on InstagramIt comes after Denise made a candid dating confession on Steph's Packed Lunch this week, admitting that she had once tricked former F1 driver Eddie Irvine into believing they were going on a date.READ: Denise Van Outen shares disappointing wedding newsMORE: Denise Van Outen throws stepdaughter Leah an epic 21st birthdayDenise is currently single, having made the "difficult decision" to end her romance with fiancé Eddie Boxshall last month.

Jason Manford may be best known for his comedy work but the theatre is also his second home.

Twitter this evening to respond to a fan who noticed something "fake" about his new show.Jason aired a new programme on Channel 5 this year titled Jason Manford's Funniest Ever TV Adverts.Taking to Twitter, social media user Fi_Barrett said: "Why is there so much fake laughter in #WorldsFunniestTVAds?"There's an audience but the laughing seems so fake?! @JasonManford."In view of his 403,100 followers, Jason hastily responded: "Not a clue!"But I filmed it in lockdown with zero audience so no idea where they've come from."Eddietheswinger added: "Why is there an audience in the far camera shot? Did they put it in afterward?"Jason replied: "Yep! Mental!"Fi_Barrett continued: "That's bizarre! It was fine with just you!"No need for them to put in the awful fake laughter and superimposed audience!"Complimenting the show, SteveGr46543469 added: "Cracking show too Jason."Your commentary over the clips is spot on. Just enough to enhance the clips."Jason recently had to set the record straight after a Twitter user claimed the comedian had "no TV work" in 2022.The comedian tweeted earlier this month: "My tour kicks off again January 13th & runs till Nov 10th."I'll no doubt be coming to a venue near you.

Jason reacted earlier this month to a Twitter claim that he “had no TV work this year.”The star confirmed that he did indeed have scheduled plans for work to be done on TV and tour dates.On Twitter, he announced to his 400,000 followers, confusing some of them: “My tour kicks off again January 13th & runs till Nov 10th.’”“I’ll no doubt be coming to a venue near you.

The Masked Singer as Hedgehog, finishing in second place.The comedian has now shared exclusively with Express.co.uk that many mistook him for legendary singer Alfie Boe, 48, before his mask came off.Jason's season was won by Girls Aloud's Nicola Roberts, who was disguised as the Queen Bee.Speaking about his time in the show, Jason said: "It’s a funny one as anyone who knows me not just personally but my fans and those who have followed me all know I can sing. I have [done] four musicals, I’ve had an album, I’ve done all this stuff."But obviously the general public, everybody else, it was a real shock and I think that really played to my strengths."As much as it is a singing show it’s a guess who competition, it’s a guessing game and that’s what keeps people guessing."A bit like Adele, not her level but I talk like this but I can sing like that."That’s what I quite enjoyed, that sort of, ‘Is it Alfie Boe?’ I remember thinking, bl**dy hell Alfie won’t be happy."Jason comes from a family of singers and musicians and sings regularly with them, even being taught to sing in an operatic style in 2011 on the show Born to Shine.Jason did not tell any of his family he was taking part in The Masked Singer, with his young daughter put out on being kept out the loop.He said: "I actually didn’t tell any of my family I was doing it, I told my wife obviously but I didn’t tell my kids."They watched the final as it went out and my daughter was at a sleepover."All her friends were saying ‘That’s your daddy’ and she was like ‘I think I would know if that was my dad’.

Twitter user today, after he announced his tour was about to kick off again this month.Jason’s announcement read: “My tour kicks off again January 13th & runs till Nov 10th.“I’ll no doubt be coming to a venue near you.

The Masked Singer UK during their first season last year, coming second place on the show while disguised as a hedgehog.The comedian has revealed exclusively to Express.co.uk that when he was on it some of the team "didn't really know what they were doing", with the show improving since.When asked whether there was a fan or cooling device inside his heavy hedgehog costume, the comedian hastily replied "no".He continued: "I’ve got to say they have improved it since I was on it by all accounts, as I’ve heard from people that have been on it since."But that first series when they didn’t really know what they were doing you were in that costume for ages."Now I think there’s a limit, you’re only allowed in it for five minutes or something and

One of the highlights of this time of year are the Christmas specials of our favourite TV shows.

Jason Manford has laughed off an accusation he's bigoted after ruffling feathers with a joke about anti-maskers.

It was just a matter of days ago that comedian Jason Manford shared a look at his sparse but huge Christmas tree. And now, the 40 year old funnyman has done a tree-mendous decorating job and there's no doubt the Manford household will be feeling festive now.The towering tree has been kitted out with baubles a'plenty, all in different shapes and sizes.There are fairy lights paving their way around the tree too, to add a homely glow, and a fairy sits pride of place at the top.

Twitter to comment on Coronation Street actress Dame Maureen Lipman's, 75, thoughts that "cancel culture could wipe out comedy".The actress told the BBC that she believed comedians are now too worried about offending, that there's a worry "we will ever be funny again".In view of his 399,000 Twitter followers, Jason penned in response to Maureen's original BBC story: "Nah, not a thing."But you will have to come and see it live for the unfiltered stuff."Fans of the comedian took to the comments to reveal their opinion on Maureen's view on cancel culture ruining comedy.Jimgaz said: "Whenever I read stuff like that I always wonder what it is that they actually want to say but don't think we're allowed to."I'd prefer them to say it, then I can

We all have our own particular family Christmas traditions - but for comedy star Jason Manford there are some festive rules that are strictly non-negotiable in his household.

LBC's Steve Allen, 67, after he made comments on his morning show about Strictly's Tilly Ramsay, 19.Steve said she was a "chubby little thing" leading to many to speak out on his horrible behaviour.Jason tweeted today to his 392,000 followers his anger about the situation.He said: "I see that bitter old p***k @steveallenshow is trying stay relevant again, this time by criticising a teenage girls’ body on his shit radio show."I’d love to see Tilly’s Dad rock up at LBC and give this troll the tongue lashing he deserves.He added: "Awful man, terribly outdated broadcaster."Many were quick to comment their opinion on the situation.OriginalKitten said: "Not sure what happened but that dude is an idiot and no one's bodies should be criticised by

Chris Packham, 60, after he revealed he's been the victim of a terrifying arson attack at his home, perhaps having been targeted by people who opposed his anti-hunting views.

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