London Olympics: Last News

You wait 70 years for a Coronation and 25 to host the Eurovision Song Contest and then the two come along at once.

Some members of the Beckham clan have jetted off to the French Alps for a lavish skiing holiday, with both Victoria and David taking to Instagram to share some snowy snaps and video clips. Posting a number of snaps showing off her husband and youngest children Harper, 11, and Cruz, 17, Victoria, 48, sent "kisses" to her fans, as she penned the caption: "Kisses from the Alps! Après-ski ft.

Alex Scott has been praised as an "inspiration" after revealing she had a secret relationship with teammate Kelly Smith as a young footballer. The BBC sports presenter 37, spoke about why she decided to write about the romance in her memoir, when she appeared on The One Show this evening. The book, called How (Not) To Be Strong also chronicles Alex's early childhood with her controlling father, who walked out on her family when she was just eight years old.

Two million people are expected to gather in London to see Queen Elizabeth at Westminster Hall. The monarch died peacefully at Balmoral on Thursday (08. 09.

Daniel Craig is "deeply saddened" by the death of Queen Elizabeth II. The British actor, who famously starred alongside The Queen in a sketch for the 2012 London Olympics opening ceremony, issued a statement to the PA news agency after the monarch passed away on Thursday at the age of 96. "I, like so many, was deeply saddened by the news today and my thoughts are with the royal family, those she loved and all those who loved her," he said.

Mark Labbett, otherwise known as The Beast on The Chase, who is ruthlessly known for showing no emotion, told his 158,000 followers he was on the edge of tears as he watched one of the Queen’s more comical yet heartwarming moments.The sketch, which became one of the most memorable 2012 Olympic moments featured the late monarch and James Bond actor Daniel Craig. At the time the Queen’s involvement in the stunt was kept secret from her entire family.The 57-year-old tweeted: “Rewatched ‘Happy and Glorious’ aka the Queen and James Bond at the London Olympics opening ceremony.

His new solo West End Show, A Different Stage, goes through major events in the singer’s life – from a humble beginning in Frodsham, Cheshire, to a worldwide pop superstar.A part of the show will be dedicated to Barlow’s fourth child Poppy, who was delivered stillborn in 2012 – only a few days before he was supposed to sing at the London Olympics closing ceremony.Barlow, 51, compared the tragedy to a car crash you cannot avoid. He said: “Dawn was induced and…I was dreading seeing the baby, all the warnings off the doctors had me fearing the worst.

Zara Tindall looked as stylish as ever walking along with her horse at the start of the Burghley Horse Trials. Olympic silver medallist Zara, who is the daughter of Princess Anne, wore a blue blazer and skinny jeans as she led Class Affair at the Vets Inspection – the start of the 2022 competition. The Queen's granddaughter wore her hair up in a ponytail as she trotted next to her horse, as she also accessorised with a pair of tortoiseshell sunglasses.The Burghley Horse Trials, which take place at Burghley House, Stamford, Lincolnshire, officially begin today and will continue over the weekend, ending on Sunday, 4 September.The Trials normally attract big crowds as it is one of the last equestrian events of British summer.

A rare 50p coin was sold for thousands of pounds this month - and there are hundreds more of them still in circulation. Britannia Coin Company sold the ‘lines over face’ 50p coin made to celebrate the 2012 London Olympics to an anonymous collector for £2,500.

MORE: Who is England Euros star Ellen White's husband?It will be the Lionesses' first appearance in a final since 2009, and their first ever major trophy if they emerge as champions.WATCH: Geri Horner celebrates England's win alongside daughter BluebellWhile much is known about the star players on the pitch, we take a look inside presenter Fara Williams' private life.MORE: Inside England Lionesses footballer Lucy Bronze's private lifeMORE: Prince William reveals summer plans alongside his family as he wishes Lionesses good luckThe 38-year-old has enjoyed an illustrious 20-year career as a midfielder playing for multiple clubs as well as the English national team. The pro footballer formally played for EnglandAfter making her senior debut in 2001, Williams earned 172 caps for the England Women's Team, making her their highest capped player.

Victoria Beckham relived her Spice Girls days by singing the group’s 1997 hit, “Stop” at karaoke night!

David Beckham, 47, has been mocking his wife Victoria Beckham, 48, regularly as they enjoy their getaway in France.The former professional footballer took to Instagram this weekend to post a video of his wife as she sang a Spice Girls hit.David took to Instagram yesterday to share the fun-filled video of his wife dancing and singing.He shared the video in view of his 74.4 million followers as she sang the iconic 1997 tune Stop.The fashion designer looked amazing in a figure-hugging black midi dress, showing off her petite frame.Victoria oozed confidence as she danced all the original dance moves with family members acting behind as back-up dancers.David captioned the post: "Karaoke night with the one & only Posh Spice @victoriabeckham @spicegirl."Many rushed to the comments to share their excitement of seeing the former singer behind the microphone again.Victoria replied: "Only for you David!! X."Social media user Spicegirlsnet added: "Spice Girls 2023 reunion world tour please @victoriabeckham."Spiceinvadersoficial commented: "David, thank you for your accomplishment: @victoriabeckham come back to be a spice girl!!" (sic)Chardonnaylaceyalexis said: "Posh we have missed you!xx."The iconic 90s girl group including Mel C, Mel B, Geri Horner and Emma Bunton did perform together again in 2019 as part of their reunion tour, however Victoria was not involved.The full group are set to reunite in September for Geri's 50th, where the five are expected to perform together for the first time since the closing ceremony of the London Olympics in 2012.A source told The Sun newspaper: "It’s going to be an amazing night.

Victoria Beckham still has the Spice.

Spice Girls are set to reunite for one night only as a five-piece, for a special performance at Geri Horner’s 50th birthday party.  Geri will be the first of the band to turn 50, with her birthday being on August 6, and she is already planning some very special moments for the big day.  According to reports, Geri has enlisted bandmates Emma Bunton, Mel B, Mel C and Victoria Beckham to take part in their first performance together in 10 years at her party.

Kate Bush has officially broken three Guinness World Records following the recent resurgence of ‘Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)’.The track – which appears on Bush’s 1985 fifth studio album, ‘Hounds Of Love’ – reached Number One on the UK singles chart earlier this month (June 17) after featuring prominently in the fourth season of Stranger Things.Upon its initial release 37 years ago, ‘Running Up That Hill…’ landed at Number Three in the UK, and later charted in 2012 when a revamped version of the song was used in the London Olympics closing ceremony.Now, the Guinness World Records has confirmed that Bush has taken the following titles in the UK: Oldest female artist to reach Number One, Longest time for a track to reach Number One on the UK’s Official Singles Chart, and Longest gap between Number Ones.Cher was formerly the oldest solo female chart-topper on the UK’s singles chart with ‘Believe’ back in 1998, when she was 52 years old. “Bravo Kate,” wrote Cher on Twitter in response to Bush, 63, taking her crown.“Records are meant 2 be broken‼️” she continued “Remember back in the day, when women had short sell by dates⁉️ We had 2 fight our way through the testosterone curtain, & we did it so the girls who came after us could sing as long as they want to.

London Olympics with James Bond, but it seems the films’ producers have their eyes on another royal for an important role.Last year, Daniel Craig made his final outing as 007 in No Time To Die, 15 years after first appearing in the iconic role in his debut appearance, Casino Royale.All eyes are on the James Bond producers when the actor’s replacement is announced – and they’ve revealed they reckon Prince William, the Duke of Cambridge, would be ‘perfect’ for the job.This week, Barbara Broccoli and her brother Michael Wilson – who are in charge of the film franchise – were honoured with CBEs from the second in line to the throne.When asked who she wants to see succeed Daniel, 54, as Bond, Barbara said that the duke, 40, ‘ticks all the boxes’.‘Unfortunately, the person we just met isn’t available. He’s occupied, unfortunately, but he would be the perfect candidate,’ she said light-heartedly, according to The Mirror.‘[He] ticks all the boxes.

K.J. Yossman “No Time to Die” producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael Wilson were honored by Prince William in an investiture ceremony at Buckingham Palace today (Friday, June 24).The duo, who run James Bond production company EON, were both awarded Commanders of the Order of the British Empire (CBEs) in Queen Elizabeth II’s New Year’s Honors list for services to film, drama, philanthropy and skills.After the ceremony, Broccoli told a reporter from The Independent the award was a “huge honor” and that she was still on the hunt for the next 007 following Daniel Craig’s retirement from the role last year.

Victoria Pendleton is one of this country’s most successful female Olympians, who’s been open about suffering from lows along the way.The 41 year old has won nine world titles and represented Great Britain in the 2005 and 2012 Olympics. But while training, the star admitted she "felt pressure" to eat a certain way.

Naga Munchetty, 47, praised last night’s BBC Platinum Party At The Palace event as they aired a very special segment featuring Queen Elizabeth II enjoying a marmalade sandwich alongside the fictional character Paddington Bear. Unfortunately, Her Majesty was unable to attend the celebratory concert in person, but that did not stop her from stealing the show in a pre-recorded video featuring her CGI co-star.Just as she did at the 2012 London Olympics when she appeared with Daniel Craig’s James Bond, the Queen proved a good sport as she acted alongside the bear, voiced by Ben Whishaw, who joined her at Buckingham Palace for afternoon tea.After patiently tolerating a tea-slurping Paddington, who in typical slapstick fashion covers a footman in cream from a pastry, the Queen reveals that she has stashed a marmalade sandwich in the royal handbag: “I keep mine in here, for later,” she confides to Paddington.In response to the sketch, Naga typed: “Well.

NME at the Ivor Novellos yesterday (Thursday May 19), Elbow frontman Guy Garvey talked about the “honour” of playing the Queen’s Jubilee concert, the power of their song ‘One Day Like This’, progress on an “energetic” new album, and when and where you can expect to see them at Glastonbury 2022.Garvey was in attendance at the London ceremony at Grosvenor House to present the Ivor award for Best Album, and caught up with NME on the red carpet just a few hours after Elbow were announced to perform at the Queen’s upcoming Jubilee concert alongside the likes of Queen, Diana Ross, Elton John, Duran Duran, Craig David, Eurovision singer Sam Ryder, Ella Eyre, Elbow, Alicia Keys, Hans Zimmer, Mabel, Jax Jones, Celeste, Andrea Bocelli, Sigala and Nile Rodgers and more.“We’re going to do a turn for Lizzie! It just feels like another party and we’re honoured to be asked,” he said. “It’s lovely and we don’t take anything for granted any more.

Jackson Wang has revealed that he gave up on a chance to compete at the 2012 London Olympics to pursue a career in the K-pop industry.The singer, who is also a member of K-pop boyband GOT7, recently appeared on The Kelly Clarkson Show to speak about his upcoming album ‘Magic Man’. During the interview with Kelly Clarkson, he shared his time as a fencer for the Hong Kong Team prior to his move to Korea and what he gave up for music.“I was prepping for [the] London Olympics back then,” he recalled.