Michael Ball: Last News

Zoe Ball has spoken out in support of a controversial shake-up at Radio 2.The BBC have announced that former Take Me Out host Paddy McGuiness and singer and actor Michael Ball will be taking over the station's Sunday morning shows. Michael, 61, will take over Steve Wright's Love Songs, following the tragic passing of Steve earlier this year. While Top Gear presenter Paddy, 50, will be fronting a brand new show.

It takes a brave individual to appear on The Masked Singer with the potential for some rather awkward moments before your unmasking - something comedian and musical theatre performer Jason Manford learned the hard way. Jason, 42, appeared on the show's first UK series, in which he disguised himself as 'Hedgehog', and left viewers stumped, with guesses including Michael Ball, Eddie Izzard, and Alfie Boe.Theatre legend Alfie, 50, has often been guessed as various masked individuals but is yet to appear on the show. Speaking exclusively to OK!, at the National Lottery's Big Night of Musicals, Alfie revealed that he had a rather awkward interaction with Jason, amid his stint on the show.

When singer Tom Ball signed up for Britain's Got Talent last year, he never could have imagined where his life would end up - especially now he's singing a hit song written by the one and only Gary Barlow.The 25 year old was previously a secondary school teacher before his performance of Sam Smith's Writings On The Wall catapulted him to fame in the ITV talent show, but now he's rubbing shoulders with the likes of Take That members and Grammy-winning producers like Elliot Kennedy. "I've looked up to Gary Barlow for years, so this is just insane and a dream come true," Tom exclusively revealed to OK! "It's a complete pinch-me-moment." Tom's brand new Christmas hit Winter's Song is out today (Friday 8 December) and now the star recalls the moment when he realised he'd landed the gig of a lifetime and was offered a song that Gary Barlow had created.

The Scottish singer rose to fame after coming second to dance group Diversity on Britain's Got Talent in 2009Susan Boyle made a triumphant return to Britain's Got Talent during Sunday's grand final, accompanied by the cast of Les Miserables from London's West End. The Scottish singer - who shot to fame after finishing as runner-up to Diversity on the ITV show in 2009 - also went on to reveal that she has suffered a stroke that she had kept secret. It has been over 14 years since the world was first introduced to Boyle, who shocked the entertainment industry in her audition when she performed a jaw-dropping rendition of I Dreamed A Dream after proclaiming to the judges she wished to "be as big as Elaine Paige".

Tyger Drew Honey was snapped at the West End premiere of Sir Andrew Lloyd Webber's musical Aspects of Love on Thursday night, smiling for pictures on the red carpet. The 27-year-old actor, known for playing eldest son Jake Brockman in BBC sitcom Outnumbered, was joined by his girlfriend of five years, Fluke Chotphuang, for the outing. Keeping a casual look, he donned a pair of dark-wash jeans with a printed T-shirt, layering a light grey jacket over the top.

Viewers of the BBC's Big Night of Musicals shared the same complaint on social media as they pleaded: "Please tell me m I'm wrong!" Following a triumphant show in Manchester last year, the stars from a range of different musicals all came back together under the same roof for another spectacular night of entertainment.

More details are emerging about the planned Doctor Who spin-offs, one of which is set to feature Jemma Redgrave, as showrunner Russell T. Davies says an episode of the new series is “one of the greatest things I’ve ever made in my life.”

Alfie Boe left viewers stunned on Friday as he shared details from Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu and Davide Sanclimenti's Love Island date, where he performed. Fans will recall that Alfie, 49, serenaded Ekin-Su, 28, and Davide, 27, who went on to win the ITV2 show, during their romantic meal, which took place in a colosseum-style setting. However, Alfie shattered the romantic illusion on Friday's Lorraine as he claimed the couple had a "microwave meal" served on a "plastic plate".

Nick Cave and Jarvis Cocker will both appear at the Cheltenham Literature Festival 2022 this autumn.Set to take place from October 7-16, the event will welcome “the world’s foremost writers, thinkers and performers… for a jam-packed week of fascinating discussion and unforgettable memories”.From the world of music, Cave, Cocker, U2 frontman Bono, Mel C and Michael Ball will all appear at events across the Cheltenham Literature Festival 2022.Cave will speak with his friend, co-author and Observer journalist Sean O’Hagan about his book Faith, Hope and Carnage on October 14, while Cocker will “reveal secrets from his early life in Sheffield” from his book Good Pop, Bad Pop during an event on October 15.Bono will appear at the festival’s The Times & Sunday Times Forum on the final day (October 16) to discuss his upcoming memoir Surrender.

Ben Shephard took a cheeky swipe at Michael Ball on Good Morning Britain as he interviewed his close pal Alfie Boe and Sarah Brightman.During Friday’s instalment of the popular ITV breakfast show, the 47-year-old and his co-host Kate Garraway welcomed the professional singers onto the show to discuss their latest collaboration to mark the Platinum Jubilee next month.The pair teamed up to share their remake and stellar duet of the national anthem God Save The Queen and hope that their new track will reach number one to mark Her Royal Highness’ 70th year on the throne.But the dad-of-three couldn’t help but bring up his West End pal as he asked whether the star has been coping well after being left out of the epic duet.After discussing the new single, Sarah apologised to Michael on air which led to the TV presenter asking what he thought of their hit song.He pointed out: “There’s an elephant in the room, or not in the room as it were” which was met with a swarm of ‘Ohhs’ in the studio at the scathing remark on air.Kate warned him: “Ohhh he won’t like that” before she added: “Oh Michael I don’t think you’re an elephant.”As he awkwardly chuckled at her scolding comment, he apologised to the star, adding: "I didn't mean it like that, it's a common phrase."Attempting to rescue Ben from the awkward moment, brunette beauty Sarah interjected with: “He’s a cuddly bear” which the broadcaster agreed before he moved on with the topic.But his 55-year-old co-star wasn't quick to forget his comment as she concluded the interview saying: "I don't think you're in his good books." He moved on to ask: "Boe and Brighton has a good ring to it - how does Mr Ball feel about this?" Alfie joked: "He's having sleepless nights.

All eyes were on Judi Dench .

The Masked Singer UK final.The singer and radio presenter, 51, was unmasked as Traffic Cone last weekend after failing to win enough votes from the ITV studio audience.Mushroom, Robobunny and Panda will compete in the grande finale on Saturday night to be crowned the winner of series three.Traffic Cone kept fans guessing for a weeks with viewers suggesting that it could be Rob Brydon, Michael Ball or Russell Watson hiding in the wacky costume.However, it was revealed that former Daybreak host Aled was behind the mask.Speaking to Daily Star and other press following about exit, the star shared the moment he thinks he gave the game away.He explained: "You don't see anybody for the whole day, only your vocal coach who I loved working with. I tried to disguise my voice a lot."It wasn't really about the singing for me.

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.

The Masked Singer UK's Traffic Cone could be after their third performance. The masked celebrity dished out a few more clues before taking to the stage to perform a rendition of Take That's 'Back For Good'.

Strictly Come Dancing's long-standing judge Craig Revel Horwood will have to miss this Saturday's Musicals Week show after testing positive for Coronavirus.Craig's presence on the episode will be missed - who else will be able to provide no-nonsense, all guns blazing critiques as the remaining celebs dance their way to the Glitterball.The question now begs who, if anyone, will be taking Craig's coveted spot on the judging panel whilst he is isolating? Top names circling at the moment are Elaine Paige and Michael Ball, as well as former judges Darcey Bussell and Alesha Dixon. The conversation of who could be replacing Craig this weekend was discussed on hit ITV daytime show Lorraine.

GEMMA Collins donned her sequins as she supported Sophie Ellis-Bextor's Kitchen Disco danceathon. And it was a chance for the reality star to show off her rarely-heard singing voice.

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Michael Ball, 58, hits back at 'toyboy' suggestion with partner, 78A post shared by Catherine Zeta-Jones (@catherinezetajones)One user wrote: “Wow, gorgeous,” while a second added: “You’re wonderful.”“Unbelievable beauty,” a third penned.Catherine followed up her post with a morning selfie showcasing her radiant skin.The mother-of-two was seen posing with a nude coloured lipstick and striking eye make-up.The brunette beauty is no stranger to posing seductively in photoshoots.In 2010, she famously ditched her clothes for a naked shoot on her bed.The snaps were shared following her lengthy stint in the musical A Little Night Music.Her husband Michael gushed over the pictures in a previous interview ahead of their 10th anniversary.Linford