Kirsty Young: Last News

BBC viewers have urged for the broadcaster to be ‘protected’ after praising coverage of the Queen’s funeral today. Huw Edwards led coverage today, with Kirsty Young, Fergal Keane, David Dimbleby, and Sophie Raworth were also on the bill to cover the historic event alongside him. The monumental event, which is expected to become the most watched global broadcast in history with an approximate 4.

King Charles' Coronation was watched by over 20 million people, making it the most viewed TV event of 2023 so far. The monarch, 74, was officially crowned alongside his wife, Queen Camilla, 75, at Westminster Abbey on Saturday 6 May in a historic ceremony led by the Archbishop of Canterbury.

Coronation Concert viewers flocked to Twitter to react as popstar Olly Murs sported an unexpected look for the historic event. Interviewers Clara Amfo and Jordan Banjo and presenter Kirsty Young were also clearly not expecting the Troublemaker singer to pop out backstage wearing a white vest.

Viewers settling down to watch the King's Coronation weekend have heaped praise on BBC presenter Kirsty Young for her slick coverage. More compliments poured in on Sunday night as she was back at the helm for the Coronation Concert at Windsor Castle, looking stunning in her white outfit.

The Coronation Concert is taking place on Sunday night with more than 20,000 people descending on Windsor to watch it live.

The BBC has unveiled its presenter line-up for King Charles III’s Coronation next month.

BBC bosses are reported to be planning a celebrity version of The Traitors after its first season became the surprise smash hit success of the end of 2022.

Coronation Street star Maureen Lipman says she had a "premonition" Queen Elizabeth II was going to die.Her Majesty passed away peacefully at the age of 96 on September 8, Buckingham Palace confirmed at the time.A state funeral was held for the Queen 11 days later on Monday, September 19.READ MORE: Corrie legend Maureen Lipman slams 'wokes' for trying to make everyone in TV 'an actor'Before and after the service, the BBC welcomed special guests including Maureen, who she discussed what the Queen’s reign meant to her and explained that she experienced a "premonition" before her passing.Speaking to presenter Kirsty Young at the time, the actress said: "I had a premonition, Kirsty, I actually texted a friend in Corrie and said 'I think the Queen is going to die'."I just had one of those strange experiences and then I thought the show [her one-woman show in Manchester] would be cancelled, I didn’t think anyone would play that night, but the directors came through and said we were all to carry on."ROSE, a production which serves as a reminder of some of the events that shaped the century, is the project Maureen is involved in alongside filming Corrie.Reflecting on the show that evening, she said: "It was very tender that night."My reaction was immediately visceral, I just sobbed, and then the show had to go on."It comes after former Celebrity Gogglebox star Maureen, 76, blasted the 'wokes' for trying to make everyone in the TV and film industry "an actor".The outspoken star thinks it is wrong that women in her profession are now often referred to by the traditional male noun.Maureen said: "I am an actress - not an actor."Yes, some of my views can be a little old-fashioned, but don't attack me for them."Consider my point of

BBC viewers have been reduced to tears following the state funeral of Queen Elizabeth II.Her Majesty passed away peacefully on September 8, Buckingham Palace confirmed at the time.A state funeral was held for the Queen 11 days later on September 19.READ MORE: Royal staff 'fuming' after celebs and MPs use VIP lanes to 'skip' Queen's coffin queueViewers from across the world tuned in to watch the Queen leave Buckingham Palace for the final time as she made her away to Windsor to join her beloved late husband Prince Philip.Kirsty Young presented the proceedings on the channel and ended the programme with a touching speech in a final message to the Queen.She said: "Well, what a momentous day it's been. From the might of the military parade to that hushed intimacy at St George's Chapel in Windsor."Kirsty continued stating that Queen Elizabeth II "made history, she was history" and that "she is gone but surely will never be forgotten".The TV star's emotional monologue clearly touched those watching at home, with some rushing to compliment the broadcaster on her final words.Taking to Twitter, one fan penned: "Kirsty Young’s final farewell was delivered so eloquently and sincerely, felt myself moved to tears with her."Another added: "Kirsty Young’s cracked voice, warm words and the short montage were a fitting end to what has been excellent coverage of the celebration of a life well lived."A third person posted: "Beautiful closing piece by Kirsty Young there, real emotion on her face and in her voice.."While a fourth social media user said: "Wow, that Kirsty Young speech.

Queen Elizabeth II died on September 8 at the age of 96 years old at her beloved Scottish home of Balmoral Castle.The country is now in a national period of mourning as the Royal Family and government prepare the state funeral.King Charles III is overseeing the preparations, alongside Prince William and Prince Harry.It is set to be one of the biggest events in modern British history, with world leaders from across the globe travelling to attend.It will be broadcast live to millions to see across the UK, Commonwealth and the wider world.The Queen’s funeral will be held on Monday, September 19.At 6.30am on the day of the funeral, the Queen’s lying-in-state will end and the public will no longer be able to file past her coffin.Then, at 9am, Big Ben will chime with its bell hammer muffled with a leather pad before the Queen’s funeral cortege will arrive at Westminster Abbey at 11am.The funeral will be held at Westminster Abbey, with the country observing a minute’s silence as the Queen’s coffin arrives around 11am.Queen Elizabeth II is the first monarch to be buried there since King George II in 1760.He now lies in the Hanoverian burial vault under the central aisle of the Lady Chapel beside his queen, Caroline.The Queen’s state funeral is being broadcast on TV for all members of the public to see.It will be televised on BBC One, BBC Two and BBC News, with the channels providing wall-to-wall coverage of the event throughout most the day.Viewers will also be able to see it on BBC iPlayer on TV, online or through the app.Coverage will begin at 8am and last until 5pm with presenters ranging from Huw Edwards, Kirsty Young, Fergal Keane, Sophie Raworth and David Dimbleby.Sky News on the other hand has confirmed its schedule for

The Queen's funeral will be broadcast around the world at 11am on Monday September 19, as she is laid to rest.

A petition to save a colony of wallabies on a Loch Lomond island owned by presenter Kirsty Young has gained more than 100,000 signatures. Campaigners claim there are now young joeys on the island of Inchconnachan.

Rose Ayling-Ellis revealed her gorgeous hair transformation ahead of the Queen’s third day of her Platinum Jubilee celebrations. On Saturday (June 4), the Strictly Come Dancing winner, 27, was treated to front row seats for the Party at the Palace as the biggest names in music joined forces to put on an epic display to mark her 70 years on the throne.

Platinum Jubilee pageant. Former Strictly Come Dancing judge Goodman, 78, appeared on the pre-pageant coverage on the BBC alongside chef John Torode and host Kirsty Young. During a discussion about what food people would be eating over the Jubilee, Young pressed Goodman on if he was good in the kitchen.

Strictly Come Dancing judge Len Goodman shocked BBC viewers today as he recalled his nan used to call Coronation Chicken "foreign muck". The 78 year old dance expert was sat on the sofa talking to Kirsty Young who was presenting the Queen's Platinum Jubilee pageant on the BBC, when he made the eye-raising comments. As he was talking to Kirsty, he revealed that he had tried Coronation Chicken for the very first time just last night.The popular sandwich filler, made up of chicken and a creamy curried mayonnaise, was invented for the Queen’s Coronation which took place on June 2, 1953.

Fire has gutted the former boat house on a Loch Lomond island owned by radio presenter Kirsty Young and her husband.

A bride's dream of being able to have the first dance at her own wedding became a reality after she was prescribed a miracle drug.

Strictly Come Dancing star Nicola Adams recalled the moment she had to rush her mum to hospital as she battled meningitis. The boxer, 38, explained her mum had contracted the infection – that targets the protective membranes around the brain and spinal cord – and her brain began to shut down, before doctors intervened and were able to save her life.