Sam Mendes calls on British government to save U.K. theatre industry

James Martin, 49, is known for hosting his ITV show Saturday Kitchen every weekend. However, fans may not know about the star’s previous relationship with Hollywood producer Barbara Broccoli.The chef dated the James Bond producer after meeting her in 2001.They first met when Martin was auctioned off to cook her a meal at a charity fundraiser.After making a meal for her and her friends, the pair hit it off and organised to see each other again.The pair dated for four and a half years, which Martin called “surreal” and “exciting”.In an unearthed piece, Martin opened up about some of the extravagant gifts she gave him during their relationship.Writing for the Daily Mail back in 2008, he explained she’d gifted him three Picasso paintings.As well as this, she’d offered to buy him a “state-of-the-art Aston Martin DBS, chassis number 007, costing an eye-watering £180,000.”While Martin explained they had a great relationship, he admitted he turned down the pricey gift.He recalled how when they’d been at the dealership, Barbara had begun to buy him the car when he asked her not to.Martin explained: “I told her not to be so ridiculous but she was already saying: 'Yes, we'll have it black, with black interior, and we'll have the chassis number 007.'“I continued to say: 'No, we won't.' Barbara replied: 'Why not? If you want it we'll get it.'“I tried to explain to her that you can't just give someone a £180,000 car as a gift.

Daily Star Sport reveals that the English top flight is responsible for bringing in the highest number of fans through the stadium gates in the 2021-22 season so far — and by some margin too. Unsurprisingly, Manchester United are perched at the summit despite a difficult season so far for the Red Devils, with Ralf Rangnick ’s side locked in the battle for the top four.

Alessandra Ambrosio has been soaking up the sights and sun of St. Barts with her boyfriend and family over the last few days.And on Friday the Gal Floripa co-founder got the attention of her10.8million Instagram followers as she frolicked on the Caribbean island'sgorgeous beaches ina polka-dot bikini.The longtime supermodel shared several snaps of herself modeling thesizzling two-piece.

Harry Connick Jr and his wife Jill Goodacre are set to celebrate their 28th wedding anniversary in April.And on Friday, the 54-year-old singer marked another momentous occasion in their decades-long relationship as he shared a romantic post to commemorate the anniversary of the day he met the former Victoria's Secret model, 57.'I met this superhero in los angeles 32 years ago today - 2/24/90,' Harry gushed in the caption of throwback photo in which the pair were seen in 1991. Sweet:Harry Connick Jr shared a romantic post about his wife Jill Goodacre this weekThe three-time Grammy Award winner went on to recall,'...

Milla Jovovich shared her supported for Ukraine on Friday amid the ongoing invasion by neighboring Russia.The 46-year-old Resident Evil star — who was born in Ukraine — wrote on Instagram that she was 'heartbroken and dumbstruck' as she came to terms with the deadly military invasion.The actress noted that she felt 'torn in two' because of her heritage from both Ukraine and Russia, though she shared a series of links for her fans to help Ukrainians under siege. Solidarity: Milla Jovovich — who was born in Ukraine — shared her support for Ukrainians and wrote that she was 'heartbroken' by the Russian invasion in an Instagram post from Friday; seen February 19 in LAJovovich's comments come a day after Russian President Vladimir Putin order Russian troops amassed at Ukraine's border with Russia to attack the country, including the nation's capital of Kyiv, which is hundreds of miles from the border.'I am heartbroken and dumbstruck trying to process the events of this week in my birthplace of Ukraine,' she wrote in her somber Instagram note.

Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick were ever the dazzling couple during the first preview for a Broadway revival of Neil Simon's Plaza Suite at the Hudson Theatre in New York City on Friday evening.The couple, aged 56 and 59 respectively, appeared to be making the most of their time on stage as they won over the hearts of the audience before holding hands and taking a bow.The revival of the comedy play has been in the works for two years, and its original premiere was delayed by the onset of the global pandemic. Up front and center:Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick were ever the dazzling couple during the first preview for a Broadway revival of Neil Simon's Plaza Suite at the Hudson Theatre in New York City on Friday eveningParker was costumed in a lovely multicolored floral dress that covered much of her form during the performance.The Sex and the City star also accessorized with a pearl necklace and a partially transparent hat that featured numerous flowers on its top portion.

Matthew Lawrence showed off his bare ring finger as he stepped out following his divorce from Cheryl Burke.The Brotherly Love actor, 42, was not wearing his wedding band when he was spotted driving around Los Angeles on Friday.Matthew kept his eyes on the road as he drove around town in a sleek grey truck. No ring: Matthew Lawrence showed off his bare ring finger as he stepped out following his divorce from Cheryl BurkeWith his hands on the wheel, Matthew concentrated on the traffic though did appear to be speaking with someone.Despite the split, he even managed to crack a smile.

Gwen Stefani has launched her new makeup line GXVE (pronounced 'give'.)The Rich Girl hitmaker unveiled the promo for the new venture on Friday.In her clip, the 52-year-old No Doubt frontwoman spoke about her cosmetic influences and how her interests in makeup turned into a full-blown business.Gwen's beauty products are set to be made available on her official website on March 3rd and will also arrive in Sephora outlets on March 10th. Showing up:Gwen Stefani promoted the upcoming launch of her new makeup line, Gxve by Gwen Stefani, with a video that was shared to her Instagram account on FridayThere are eight products on offer priced from $28 to $48, including an eye shadow palette, pencil eyeliner and primer.She has also produced a classic rep lipstick, a look she has long been known for herself, available in matte, satin and liquid.Stefani's video began with a clip of her taking care of her cosmetic needs before a show in 1997.Several other segments showed her working with makeup artists before taking to the stage and performing for her fans.

Khloe Kardashian appeared on Instagram on Friday to share a new post with her 222 million followers.The Good American founder posed for selfies in a large mirror showing off another room in her LA home.Khloe, 37, was clad in a body-hugging grey turtleneck dress that clung to her newly-whittled curves. New post:Khloe Kardashian appeared on Instagram on Friday to share a new post with her 222 million followers The Keeping Up with the Kardashians alum leaned on a piece of furniture as she admired her image in the reflective glass.Khloe held her phone, which was protected by a pink case, with a glossy red manicure.

Rachel Brosnahan received a surprise visit from her sister Lydia Brosnahan on set of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel in New York City.The 31-year-old actress was seen in light blue plaid coat and a pillbox hat as she made her way through the streets of the Big Apple.Rachel's sister, Lydia, was seen in a black puffer coat with black Ugg boots as she bared the cold winter weather in the city. Surprise! Rachel Brosnahan received a surprise visit from her sister Lydia Brosnahan on set of The Marvelous Mrs.

Blac Chyna showed off her taut midriff when she was spotted stepping out in sunny Los Angeles this week.The 33-year-old reality star put her sensational cleavage on display in a cherry red ribbed bra-lette that matched her leggings.She swept her hair up into a crimson hat and warded off the California rays with a massive pair of grey sunglasses. Stepping out:Blac Chyna showed off her taut midriff when she was spotted stepping out in sunny Los Angeles this weekAccentuating her unmistakable features with makeup for her latest outing, she rounded off the ensemble with a pair of white sneakers.Her latest outing comes after her ex-fiance Rob Kardashian decided to drop his assault lawsuit against him.

She started filming Murder Mystery 2 last month in Hawaii with her co-star Adam Sandler.And on Friday, Jennifer Aniston was seen on the set of the project in Paris, France.The movie star, 53, looked chic in a black coat over a red dress as she took a break from filming in the City of Love. Movie star:She started filming Murder Mystery 2 last month in Hawaii with her co-star Adam Sandler.

suits from Comme des Garcons, Yohji Yamamoto and Paul Smith – but for me it has to be about the fit and the fabric. I hate anything tight and restricted – I have broad shoulders and a big arse – and anything with man-made fabrics; it has to be in natural fibre like cotton or wool. I like clothes that feel good on the body; soft cottons and linens. I need big pockets for all the things I carry with me in my day-to-day life such as secateurs, string, seed packets, pencils.

Stephan James is set to star as graffiti artist Jean-Michel Basquiat in a brand new series, according to Variety.

Prince William and Kate Middleton's son Prince George is facing a tough dilemma as his parents' rugby teams go head to head this weekend. As the future Prince of Wales and Vice-Patron of the Welsh Rugby Union, the Duke of Cambridge will be cheering on Wales this afternoon, while the Duchess – who was recently appointed as the Rugby Football Union and Rugby Football League patron – will be supporting England. So who will eight year old George, who is also a future Prince Of Wales, support? While it's unclear if William and Kate's day out at Twickenham will be a family affair, a royal expert has told OK! why it'll be "interesting to see which side" the young Cambridges cheer for.

Hollywood aesthetician Jamie Sherrill, who works with the likes of Reese Witherspoon. Sherrill starts her prep at least a month in advance with a radio-frequency treatment designed to stimulate collagen production, as the results will show four weeks later. For facialist Teresa Tarmey, whose clients include Sienna Miller, this is around the same time she will perform a microneedling treatment.

Hundreds of Afghans running frantically alongside an American military plane at the airport in Kabul. People clung to the plane’s undercarriage as it taxied along the runway and then took off; some fell to their deaths or were crushed under its wheels.The final American withdrawal from Afghanistan began in May 2021, the Afghan forces melted away, and after Kandahar fell to the Taliban on 12 August, people were predicting it would take three months for Kabul to collapse.

UK theatres will need government help if they are to survive the coronavirus pandemic, actor David Tennant has warned.

Sam Mendes has said that he feels “positive” about the prospect of a solution being found to support the UK’s ailing theatre sector through the lockdown.

Sam Mendes is an award-winning filmmaker and clearly has a love of all forms of live entertainment. As someone that writes and directs films, working with actors of all types, he’s also very much a fan of live theater and stage plays.

Sam Mendes has hit back at streaming services that are ‘making lockdown millions’ while theatre has been left ‘mortally wounded’.The acclaimed director of films such as Skyfall and 1917 and plays such as The Lehman Trilogy and The Ferryman, said theatre and live entertainment are in ‘grave danger’.He asked platforms such as Netflix and Amazon to help out the culture that has nurtured its talent pools.Writing in the Financial Times, Sam said: ‘The performing arts need to be saved now. Not next week, or next month.