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Manori Ravindran International Editor The tear-stricken faces peering up adoringly at James Bond producer Michael G. Wilson, seated in the royal box at Royal Albert Hall, during a lengthy standing ovation at “The Sound of 007” concert said it all: It’s not just movie music — the music, for this franchise at least, is the movie. Tuesday’s charity event at London’s grandest venue preceded the Oct. 5 release of feature documentary “The Sound of 007” on Amazon’s Prime Video (the streamer’s top executives for Europe were, unsurprisingly, in the box next to the Bond guardians), and didn’t hesitate to remind both Bond novices and grizzled veterans that the franchise is virtually synonymous with some of cinema’s most iconic tracks.

DAME Shirley Bassey glittered last night as she belted out her James Bond classics at a celebration of the movie series 60th birthday. The 85 year old joined stars and 007 producers to mark the anniversary of the first movie's premiere Dr No at the Royal Albert Hall gig. Masterminded by Bond composer David Arnold, the Sound of 007 showcased hits from the series' long history.

A near miss. Cheryl Burke and partner Sam Champion almost went home on Dancing With the Stars this week, but the ballroom pro is keeping her head up.

“Dancing With the Stars” on Disney+ will be devoting an entire show to cinema’s most iconic super spy with next week’s “Bond Night.”

Sir Tom Jones has claimed Dame Shirley Bassey rejected the chance to perform a duet with him at the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee concert because she didn't have her own spot on the bill. The 82-year-old Welsh singer has told how his 85-year-old compatriot was going to be a "surprise guest" during his planned performance at Buckingham Palace in June, but claims the 'Big Spender' hitmaker only wanted to sing with Tom if she could blast out a few of her hits in her own solo section. But neither Tom nor Shirley ended up performing.

Sir Tom Jones, 82, was notably absent from Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee celebrations held in June and now the veteran crooner has addressed the situation.The Sex Bomb singer said he had hoped to take to the stage but there was an issue with legendary singer Dame Shirley Bassey, 85.Tom was asked to join the BBC concert at Buckingham Palace but his slot fell through after the fellow Welsh singer refused to duet with him.The crooner, who once performed with Shirley on his TV series in 1970, explained she was going to be his surprise guest at the concert.Tom has since shared things went awry when the Goldfinger hitmaker wanted her own solo slot.Speaking in a new interview, he explained: "Shirley said, 'If I don't get my own spot I am not going to do it'. It is fair enough."I thought it was a good idea.She would be the surprise guest and I would've said, 'Here is Dame Shirley Bassey to help me with the next song'."Then I would do mine and then we would do a duet.

Sean Connery's 92nd birthday. The actor, who was born in 1930, made a name for himself in Hollywood for playing James Bond in seven films over three decades. He kicked off his 007 tenure in 1962 with Dr No.

Elvis Presley's death was earlier this month on August 16, 2022. The King of Rock and Roll was found dead at his home, Graceland, in 1977, by his fiancée, Ginger Alden. His only child, Lisa Marie Presley, was just next door.

Hollywood through such pictures as An American in Paris, Cover Girl, and Brigadoon. Hulk Hogan shares funny story about Sylvester StalloneTrailer: Kit Harington stars in BBC drama GunpowderShark attack: Seal escapes the jaws of great white sharkInglourious Basterds: Brad Pitt stars in trailer in 2009CoD: Modern Warfare II teaser for Marina Bay Grand PrixJohn Wick: Keanu Reeves returns for third chapterStar Wars: The Last Jedi alternative opening'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes' trailer (1953)Quentin Tarantino cements his place in HollywoodHeat: Robert De Niro and Al Pacino star in 1995 trailerMario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass Wave 2 trailerScoob! Holiday Haunt Director discusses film in JulyRichard Harris does hilarious Marlon Brando impressionPaul O'Grady pays tribute to Cilla BlackDame Shirley Bassey sings at Bruce Forsyth tributeLawrence of Arabia: Peter O'Toole stars in trailer for 1962 filmBut it was the 1952 picture Singin' in the Rain that gained a permanent spot in cinematic history.

Elvis Presley's death kicked off celebrations of Elvis Week earlier this month. The King of Rock and Roll was found dead at his home, Graceland, on August 16, 1977. Despite being dead for almost half a century, his music is still adored to this day by his fans - old and new.

Daniel Craig stepped down from playing James Bond after No Time To Die, the race to replace him has been on. While the official announcement will likely come within the next year, a number of massive British stars are in the running in the Bond odds.

People magazine that seeing her prepare for college is "really beautiful".The 58-year-old added emotionally: "I'm so proud of her."Meanwhile Angelina's eldest child Maddox, also adopted, is attending a university in South Korea."Where does the time go, right?" Brad exclaimed of his children's transition into adulthood."They grow up too fast.

Neighbours track have lived through a series of ups and downs that would rival even some of the soap’s most dramatic storylines.Written by married couple Tony Hatch and Jackie Trent, the pair’s downfall led to a bitter divorce, a nasty legal battle and even seeing Jackie’s ex-husband Tony banned from her funeral after she passed away from cancer.READ MORE:Neighbours fans devastated as beloved icon is not returning for the finaleAs for the song’s famous voice, legendary crooner Barry Crocker is still soaring on the success of his famous track.As fans bid a fond farewell to the soap, we take a look at the lives of the people behind the song.Despite penning a song about good neighbours and good friends, the co-writers of the hit theme tune, Tony Hatch and Jackie Trent, ended up as bitter enemies.The pair, dubbed Mr and Mrs Music, were married for more than three decades and composed hit tracks for artists including Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Shirley Bassey.Jackie later claimed her ex-husband walked out on her at her 55th birthday party in 1995 after declaring his love for a mutual friend – like a plot from the show.Trent said: “It was shocking.“I asked him why he was showing [this woman] so much attention and he said, ‘Well, I have been in love with her ever since I met her’, which was 17 years earlier."He said she was the love of his life and that he was leaving me for her.“He wasn’t just walking out on our marriage, he was walking out on our professional partnership too.”Following their bitter divorce, Jackie Trent and Tony Hatch become embroiled in a bitter legal dispute over work they did together during their 30-year marriage.Trent wanted to set the record straight and have Hatch acknowledge her as lyricist on four

Garbage and Dame Shirley Bassey will perform James Bond themes at ‘The Sound Of 007’ one-off charity concert at the Royal Albert Hall this autumn.READ MORE: Every James Bond theme song ranked in order of… greatness?‘The Sound Of 007’ event celebrates 60 years of the Bond film franchise on October 4. The date marks the anniversary of the world premiere for the first 007 film, Dr.

Rufus Wainwright has opened up about some of the unpleasant interactions he’s had with Madonna over the years.Speaking in a new interview with Attitude, the singer-songwriter talked about meeting his “Pride heroes” Shirley Bassey, Carol Channing and Barbra Streisand.He was then asked if he had met Madonna, to which he replied: “Um… Look, I’m fascinated by Madonna, as is the universe. I’ve had evenings with her. Nothing extensive, but little run-ins with her over the years, and she’s never been particularly… I’m on a weird part of her radar! I’m not quite a target, but I’m not a refuge either.

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the Queen's Platinum Party At The Palace on Saturday. The music icon, 81, who has previously performed at both the 2002 Golden Jubilee and 2012 Diamond Jubilee celebrations, spoke of his sadness over not joining the glittering line-up which included Diana Ross, Queen and Elton John. Appearing on Sunday's Sky News, he was asked: 'And you did that in 2012, I remember that very well, at the Diamond Jubilee.

EastEnders actor Stuart, 34, claims Nutt began abusing him when he was just ten years old and carried out his abuse on his narrowboat, One Moment.The former backing singer for Dame Shirley Bassey committed a string of offences between 1998 and 2007 on three victims around several towns in Kent, including Maidstone, Dartford and Broadstairs.Nutt, who was once a pub landlord started his career in 1997, singing on cruise ships and in theatres before releasing five solo albums and also supporting Shirley.The disgraced singer was reported to Kent Police between 2014 and 2016 before being arrested and charged with 21 counts of sexual crimes involving three children.He was sentenced to 18 years for the abuse at Southwark Crown Court, having initially denied the charges but a jury found him guilty after a 12-day trial at Maidstone Crown Court in August 2021.Waving his right to anonymity, Stuart who also appeared on ITV's The Bill said Nutt had previously sung in the pub where his mother worked.He said: "We just saw him like an uncle but looking back it was all part of that grooming process." Stuart first contacted police about his ordeal in 2016 after discovering Nutt had abused another child.He continued: "What triggered it for me was knowing he had just been jailed for abusing another child."I thought if I come forward and report it, I might prevent him from attacking other victims."I picked up the phone, I felt guilty and nervous but I knew this had to be done, I had had years of counselling and thought I could deal with the issues that way but deep inside I knew I need to report him to the police and I am so glad that I did."However, he was somewhat reluctant to tell police officers the true extent of what happened, claiming

BRITAIN's Got Talent contestant Hope Murphy looks completely different ten years after her audition wowed the panel. Singer Hope, now 26, was just 16 years old back in 2012 when she blew away the judges on the sixth series of the hit ITV show.

EastEnders fans were amazed at the cast’s attempt at fancy dress after Albert Square icon Jamie Borthwick posted a picture of the group to Instagram.Jamie, who has played Jay Brown in the soap since 2006, captioned the post: “Bowie, Ginger Spice, Shirley Bassey, Cher and Britney mix! The way Cher looks at Bowie though,” and signed off with eye and camera emojis.The cheeky snap showed the EastEnders cast posed on a set of iron stairs, dressed up in a red and blue striped suit, a gold gown covered in feathers, Britney’s iconic air hostess outfit, black thigh-high boots and Ginger Spice’s union flag dress.Fans flocked to the comments to praise the cast on their attempts and complement their creative efforts. One fan wrote: “I am obsessed,” while another left: “All of you looking fire”.A kind follower also commented: “Fire, great pictures gang”.Another went on to add: "You guys! I love these pics." The cast’s ex-co-star Maisie Smith, who played Tiffany Butcher, has taken a sudden career change as she appears to prepare to step away from the television.