Martin Compston: Last News

He issued a statement strongly denying suggestions he was singing sectarian lyrics after a video emerged of him online. Martin had allegedly been a guest at a North American Celtic Supporters Federation event in Las Vegas on Wednesday. Alongside fellow actor Gianna Capaldi and ex-Celtic footballers Alan Thomspon and Bobby Peta, it was claimed he was singing a pro-IRA chant. A clip appears to show the four men on stage.The audience could be heard singing Daniel Boone’s 1972 song, Beautiful Sunday.It was alongside what sounds like some of the lyrics changed.The audience reportedly sang: “Irish Republican Army.

Line Of Duty’s Martin Compston has vehemently denied singing an IRA chant after a video of him at a Celtic convention in America emerged on social media. The actor, who was a guest at a North American Celtic Supporters Federation (NACSF) event in Las Vegas on Wednesday night, was filmed punching the air and singing on stage. The recording heard an animated crowd cry out ‘Irish Republic Army’ and ‘IRA’ to the tune of Daniel Boone’s 1972 hit Beautiful Sunday.

Good evening and welcome to Thursday’s news briefing.

Robbie Williams debuted a new hairstyle on Sunday as he performed during half time of the celebrity charity event Soccer Aid.  The singer, 48, dressed to impress in a bedazzled double denim ensemble in the London Stadium.  The hitmaker rocked his graying tresses slicked back in a mullet style as he took to the stage to perform his hit Angels at the star studded event.

Dermot O’Leary had an eventful start to his coverage of Soccer Aid on Sunday night as the presenter found himself ambushed by a group of celebrity football players live on air. As the annual UNICEF fundraiser switched from Old Trafford to the London Stadium, Dermot was joined by former England international and Strictly star Alex Scott who be his presenting partner for the charity event.

This year’s line-up includes Scotland’s Strongest Man, Tom Stoltman, as well as actor Damian LewisRunning since 2006, Soccer Aid is an annual charity event that has raised over £38 million for UNICEF UK so far, fundraising money via ticket sales and donations from the public. It was first begun by Robbie Williams and involves a charity football match played by celebrity volunteers. This year will mark the 11th charity match, which will focus on the crisis in Ukraine and specifically the 7.

Soccer Aid is back for another year with two teams of celebs and football legends taking to the pitch in the name of charity.

This year's Soccer Aid will see a fresh bunch of faces take to the pitch as they either join the England or World XI FC side. And among those new faces is Noah Back.

The actor said he was playing in last year’s match when he had a brief interaction with Wayne. He added he also bumped into his other football heroes and longtime idols, such as José Mourinho. Martin said: “It’s dream stuff, playing with heroes like Mo Farah and Usain Bolt. “I sat in the box next to José Mourinho once and he talked serious tactics with me. “There was one point in last year’s match when Wayne Rooney was running at me: he is absolutely mammoth, so intimidating. “It’s fantasy land, to be on the pitch with those guys.” Speaking to Radio Times about the event, he went on to gush over his passion for football. Martin said that he played football professionally before going into acting. The star admitted playing football was “all I did”. He explained he and his friends would go to school and play matches before then going on to train every night. The actor explained his whole life “revolved around” the sport. He furthered that he became aware of his limitations and understood he had a more practical chance at pursuing acting. However, Martin doesn’t ever miss a chance to play when he can. The former footballer said he still plays in as many charity games as he can. He even explained he had a Celtic-themed bar in his house after brewers Tennent’s gave him a tap. Martin is best known for playing anti-corruption unit detective inspector Steve Arnott in BBC Drama Line of Duty. He spoke to the publication about the potential future for the show. The Scottish actor said that he is “delighted” that fans are still interested in more Line of Duty episodes after “all that time”. He spoke of director Jed Mercurio, adding that if he is able to develop more storylines, the cast will work with him to accomplish it. In

A star-studded line-up will once again be pulling on their football boots as Soccer Aid returns for 2022. It's just under a year since a bunch of singers, reality stars, and former footballers took to the pitch and raised a record-breaking £13,014,769 for UNICEF.

Line of Duty star Martin Compston has teased the possible return of the hit BBC police drama after the huge success of the sixth series.The Scottish actor, who plays Steve Arnott, has said that he is sure there will be more episodes “if there’s still a story to be told”. Martin, 38, appeared on Good Morning Britain ahead of Sunday’s Soccer Aid charity event alongside co-star Vicky McClure, 39, who plays Kate Fleming.The previous series aired from March to May 2021 and its dramatic finale revealed the identity of the mysterious corrupt officer H. At the time, fans were left unsure whether the show was going to continue past the pivotal unmasking.

Martin Compston has teased the return of Line of Duty and reckons there will be a seventh series "if there's still a story to be told".

The Line of Duty cast have reunited for a few drinks and sparked rumours of season seven.

Martin Compston has issued a heartfelt plea for fans to get involved ahead of Soccer Aid 2022.

Line of Duty's Martin Compston has slagged off co-star Vicky McClure's football training ahead of the Soccer Aid match next month.

Martin Compston has proven that he has more than one string to his bow by turning his attention to investing, and opening a private members club in Los Angeles.The actor, best known for Line of Duty, has become a founding member of swanky venue dubbed The Firm, alongside his wife Tianna.The whiskey and cigar bar is located in downtown LA and is said to be a 'unique and vibrant private membership club which draws its members from LA’s active professionals'.Taking to Instagram to announce the news, the Greenock-born actor said: "Me and @tianna_flynn delighted to become founding members/investors in The Firm downtown LA what a spot, chuffed to be a small part of the maestros @thecharleslewvision this is just the beginning." The Firm opened six weeks ago in LA, as founding member Charles Lew gushed on social media: "Doors now open!!! 'The Firm' private membership club, is our whisky and cigar bar in the Westin Bonaventure that’s been an arduous labor of love and a long time coming." Charlie gave his Instagram followers a quick tour of the new venue. The bar looks to have a very homely vibe with red leather chesterfield sofas dotted around the club.

Martin Compston has set his sights away from acting as he is investing in a Los Angeles private members club.

Line of Duty's Martin Compston, Vicky McClure and Adrian Dunbar interrogate Boris over his latest gaffes in another spoof video from activist group Led By Donkeys.

Martin Compston showed off his new language skills as he spoke Gaelic in between filming new show.

Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh has got engaged to Scots actress Emma Currie.

Filming for the new Martin Compston BBC travel show is well underway as he has posted some snaps in the Isle of Harris.