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Shameless had a devoted legion of fans when it first debuted on Channel 4 in 2003 and quickly became a household name in British comedy.

Key and Peele‘s Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele are reteaming as part of the cast of Wendell & Wild, a new animated film that Oscar nominee Henry Selick (Coraline) is directing for Netflix, which will also star Lyric Ross (This Is Us), Angela Bassett (Black Panther), James Hong (Kung Fu Panda), Tamara Smart (A Babysitter’s Guide to Monster Hunting), Natalie Martinez (The Twilight Zone), Tantoo Cardinal (Dances with Wolves), Gabrielle Dennis (A Black Lady Sketch Show), Igal Naor (300: Rise of an Empire), David Harewood (Tulip Fever), Maxine Peake (Black Mirror), Ramona Young (Never Have I Ever), Sam Zelaya, Seema Virdi, Gary Gatewood and Ving Rhames (Pulp Fiction).

robotic "dogs" on the border that Twitter users have likened to Netflix's Black Mirror. The new technology, aptly named 'Man's Best Friend', aims to assist Customs and Border Protection staff in the hostile environment of the American Southwest by reducing human exposure to life-threatening hazards.According to Gavin Kenneally, chief product officer at Ghost Robotics, 100lb four-legged robot with no head is designed to trek in all types of natural terrain including sand, rocks, and hills but also on human-built environments like stairs.Kenneally added: "It has the ability to feel through its motors and can estimate friction forces and automatically correct for uneven or slippery ground.”Sharing the news, editor of Texas Monthly, Jack Herrera tweeted: "DHS and Border Patrol are working together to eventually deploy Ghost Robotic's "dogs" on the border, in particular desert terrain.

BBC comedy Dinnerladies is one of the late Victoria Wood's most famous creations, running for over two years between 1998 to 2000.The popular programme, centred around the staff and customers of a canteen at a fictional factory in Manchester, drew in nearly 16million viewers at its peak.During its time on air, the programme introduced viewers to up and coming stars including Maxine Peake and Coronation Street icon Shobna Gulati, as well as making audiences laugh out loud.January 27 marks the anniversary of the last episode of the comedy series, and to pay tribute to one of the UK's most beloved programmes, Daily Star takes a look at where the cast are now.Victoria Wood was the comedy legend behind sketch shows including Acorn Antiques and Dinnerladies, where she played Bren.Not only did she win five BAFTA awards, but she also formed lifelong relationships with fellow comedians Celia Imrie and Julie Walters, all of whom starred in her famous programmes.Victoria also won praise for her performance in the critically acclaimed TV drama Housewife, 49.In her personal life, she had also been married to Geoffrey Durham from 1980 to 2002 and they had two children together.However, Victoria died on April 20, 2016 from cancer, leaving the world devastated from the loss of the beloved comedian.Stars from the world of entertainment paid tribute to Victoria Wood, with friend Michael Ball explaining on BBC Radio 2 that she was a "trailblazer" for female comedians, saying: "She made it seem to other women, you can do this. You just need to look at the various social media feeds to see the people she's influenced."Fellow comedian Jennifer Saunders also tweeted: "Can't believe Vic has gone.

"Fingers crossed back to Radio 2 Breakfast Show tomorrow 6.30 if my PCR test is all clear."Zoe's guests for Thursday's show include actress Maxine Peake and horticulturist Monty Don.The star has been absent from her show all week while Nicki Chapman stepped in to host.It's been quite the month for Zoe, who recently opened up about the death of her stepdad Rick, who passed away from a Motor Neurone Disease in December 2012.She became emotional as she candidly spoke about her deceased family member, who all of her relatives were thinking about on the ninth anniversary of his passing.During a chat with Gabby Logan about her BBC Sports Personality of the Year award, Zoe shed light on how former winner Doddie Weir helped raise over £1 million for Doddie Aid.The money would be used to help find a cure for Motor Neurone Disease, which she stressed was a project that was extremely close to her heart."Hopefully one day we will find a cure," the radio personality expressed.She revealed during the interview that her stepdad died on that day nine years ago, much to Gabby's surprise."It's a real special day in my family today," Zoe added."We lost our stepdad Rick to Motor Neurone Disease on this day, quite a few years back now.""We think about him every day, so obviously this is something pretty close to my heart."That same month, Zoe celebrated her son Woody Cook's 21st birthday as she once again took to her Instagram account to share a series of doting throwback photos to mark the celebrate the special occasion with her fans.Some of the snaps in her gallery post included photos of Woody's first school photograph, while another pic sees him cuddling up to his new girlfriend, Nell Williams.Of course, there were also images of Zoe and

EXCLUSIVE: Four former Troika reps have launched London-based B-Side Management and B-Side Production with an impressive client list including Daniel Kaluuya (Get Out), Jenna Coleman (Victoria), Peter Capaldi (Doctor Who), Karen Gillan (Avengers: Endgame), Keeley Hawes (Line Of Duty), Matt Smith (Doctor Who), Rafe Spall (Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom), Joe Cole (Gangs Of London) and Barry Keoghan (Eternals).

Sleaford Mods frontman Jason Williamson is set to voice an audiobook version of Alan Moore’s first novel, Voice Of The Fire.The singer will narrate two stories from the 1996 book – Chapter 3: In The Drowings, Chapter 10: The Sun Looks Pale Upon the Wall – alongside a cast including the actors Mark Gatiss, Maxine Peake and Toby Jones.Williamson portrays an ancient fisherman in his first reading, before taking on the role of poet John Clare in his second.Released next Thursday (May 20) to mark to novel’s 25th anniversary, the audio edition’s 12th and final chapter, Phipps’ Fire Escape, will be read by Moore himself.

To us, Vicky McClure is the talented actress we have come to love as she stars as Detective Inspector Kate Fleming in the hit crime drama Line of Duty. Kate is a key member of AC-12 and has captivated fans as she chases down corrupt officers on the show.

The Harvey Weinstein abuse scandal saw the rise of the #MeToo movement and worldwide discussions about how women are treated in professional environments.

The BBC has unveiled a slate of eight drama series, including the latest projects from the writing teams behind The Salisbury Poisonings and Humans, and a Maxine Peake series about sexual politics in the modern workplace.

Vicky McClure is currently back on screens as whip-smart detective inspector Kate Fleming in hit BBC police drama Line of Duty.

© @Copyright HELLO! Hello! Magazine When the subject of British comedy springs to the mind, it's hard not to think of Victoria Wood. From her writing and acting talents in shows that struck gold with viewers such as Dinnerladies, to her warm and witty sketches in Victoria Wood As Seen on TV – the comedy star was not only a household name, but a national treasure for a number of decades.

direct to your inboxBosses at Manchester's People's History Museum are calling for urgent support to secure its future.Like many institutions, the pandemic has hit the museum hard.Stars such as Sir Ian McKellen, Julie Hesmondalgh and Maxine Peake are among those to have pledged their support.Bosses need to raise £25,000.During video messages for the campaign, former Coronation Street star Hesmondhalgh said it was her 'favourite museum', highlighting 'ordinary people and our struggles'.Sir Ian described the 'amazing exhibitions' at the museum, which he 'cannot recommend too strongly'.Maxine Peake added: "It is one of my favourite museums in the country,"We will only move forward in the future if we learn from our past.

Stacey Solomon quits Instagram on Christmas after Joe Swash proposalBut, the actress went on to say she believes a lot of parents may have also found it difficult during the tricky time.“You’re with the children so much, and then at night-time they all just wanted to sleep in bed with us,” she added.After schools reopened, the couple tried their best to squeeze in some intimate time before picking up their kids from school.She added: “When we managed to get them back to school that was a godsend because at least me and my husband could talk to each other and reunite and then I could fancy him.”The couple met through mutual friend and Shameless star Maxine Peake amid working together on Charles Dickens' David Copperfield.James previously

Merlin ended in December 2012 after five seasons, but how have its main cast fared since then? For this list, we're focusing on the relative newcomers rather than legends such as Richard Wilson and Anthony Head, as we're kinda certain they were doing pretty well for themselves before Merlin came along. Since playing Sir Leon in Merlin, Rupert Young (not Will Young's twin brother, a different one) has stayed relatively quiet on the TV front.

Joy Division and New Order is launching later this month.Transmissions The Definitive Story will track the band’s origins, up to the release of their 1983 single ‘Blue Monday’, and will be narrated by Maxine Peake.Launching on October 29, the podcast will feature interviews with Bernard Sumner, Stephen Morris, Gillian Gilbert and Peter Hook alongside famous fans including Bono, Damon Albarn, Johnny Marr, Liam Gallagher, Radiohead‘s Jonny Greenwood and more.Listen to the trailer for the new podcast here.Speaking about the new series, Bernard Sumner says: “Nothing would’ve stopped us – nothing did stop us, did it? Ian’s death didn’t stop us, Martin’s death didn’t stop us, getting all the equipment stolen didn’t stop us… There was nothing to

Vanessa Redgrave has called on businesses and entrepreneurs to come to the aid of the U.K.'s arts sector, which is facing major financial challenges due to the COVID-19 crisis. The Oscar winner and BAFTA Fellow was joined by Maxine Peake (Black Mirror, Peterloo), comic and campaigner Lenny Henry and theater director Trevor Nunn at a public appeal to save arts jobs held outside London's National Theatre on Tuesday night.

With Killing Eve season three currently airing we have been reminded of just how much we love Jodie Comer.

KILLING Eve's Jodie Comer has been cast in BBC's Talking Heads reboot alongside with Martin Freeman and Imelda Staunton. The 12-part series, which is a remake of Alan Bennett's award-winning monologue series, is currently in production amid lockdown.

Telly classic Talking Heads is being revived after 22 years.

The BBC is remaking Alan Bennett's critically acclaimed and award-winning monologue series Talking Heads, which the U.K. public broadcaster first aired in 1988 and 1998, with shooting now underway under social distancing guidelines.