‘Scooby-Doo’ co-creator Ken Spears has died, aged 82

Manchester United defender has dropped way down the pecking order since Ralf Rangnick became interim manager, and is struggling to get any first-team action.And that situation has alerted Spanish outfit Barcelona as they continue to scour Europe for unsettled players.Since Xavi assumed the Nou Camp managerial reins, the cash-strapped Catalans, with debts of more than a billion pounds, have secured a number of high-profile names who had become outcasts at their clubs.Spain striker Ferran Torres arrived from Manchester City for £50million, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was a free from Arsenal while Wolves winger Adama Traore is on loan with a view to a permanent £30m switch.Now they are aiming to make it a quadruple of Premier League misfits on the books with a move for Bailly.The Ivory Coast international, 27, joined United from Spanish side Villarreal back in 2017 for a £30m fee.Barcelona may have to pay something similar in June to persuade United to do business with two years remaining on the player’s current contract.The Reds’ bargaining position is further strengthened by their option to extend his stay by a further year.Should Man Utd sell Eric Bailly this summer? Join the debate in the comments section.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'.And that's it, job done.

Tottenham are desperate to beat Newcastle to the signature of Lille defender Sven Botman - in order to satisfy Antonio Conte. The Italian coach is still to be convinced that the club’s hierarchy will back him, as promised, in the transfer market after a mixed January window.And that makes the North Londoners’ pursuit of a left-footed, left-sided centre-half - as Conte is demanding they get him - an absolute priority this summer.Dutchman Botman, 22, fits the criteria perfectly - and the Tottenham boss has already given his seal of approval to targeting him.Which is cranking up the pressure on his chairman Daniel Levy to strike a £30million deal with the French club before Newcastle do.Most assume the Magpies, who narrowly failed to bring Botman to St James' Park last month, are favourites to succeed next time round - as long as they stay in the Premier League.Spurs, though, are in no mood to step aside as they fight to persuade Conte they do mean business when it comes to being an authentic top-four contender.The ex-Chelsea manager’s constant conflicting messages about the state of the Spurs squad is causing huge concern within the boardroom that they may lose one of the game’s elite coaches.Will Conte still be at Spurs next summer? Tell us your prediction in the comments section.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'.And that's it, job done.

Lorraine Kelly wasn’t holding back during a guest appearance on The Last Leg, as she took a savage swipe at Russian president Vladimir Putin.The host compared the politician’s face to a "melted candle" while chatting to host Adam Hills, joined by comedians Josh Widdicombe and Alex Brooker on the programme on Friday (February 25). And the conversation soon turned to the current crisis in Ukraine, with the nation under heavy attack from Putin’s Russia - with troops pouring into the sovereign nation and explosions heard across several cities.

Fans of BBC's Casualty were left rather squeamish on Saturday night as a large proportion of blood was shown on screen.During the long-running medical drama, horror struck when a prison van had a major accident injuring the driver and two passengers.But although the scene was intense and in parts entertaining, some fans were clearly horrified by the amount of blood that was to follow.Taking to Twitter, Casualty viewers shared their thoughts.One person wrote: "Eww hate the sight of blood."Another said: "Sorry but that is disgusting."A third joked: "#casualty is on a double and I'm already annoyed by the Doctor who keeps zoning out - he's operating in what looks like a sardine can in tomato sauce."While someone else was more concerned with another aspect of hygiene, writing: "Touching a dirty glove from the floor during #covid!"During the first double episode of Casualty registrar Matthew Afolami appeared to be having quite a tough time.Although he managed to save the casualties from the crashed police vehicle, Matthew consistently zoned out while he was on shift, leaving viewers at home concerned for his welfare.Jumping back onto Twitter, one fan penned: "Matthew you need a break."This is a live TV story and is constantly being updated.Please refresh the page regularly to get the latest TV updates.TV & Showbiz reporters are working to source the latest information, reaction, pictures and video related to this story.You can also follow us on Twitter @DailyStar, or follow us on Instagram @dailystar to get the latest TV and celeb gossip 24 hours a day.Or like our Daily Star Showbiz Facebook page to get the day's biggest stories, and have your say on them.Why not also subscribe to receive our regular Daily Star showbiz

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Warner Bros.' highly-anticipated superhero sequel Wonder Woman 1984 was the last major movie waiting out the COVID-19 pandemic, and now it's fate has been sealed, arriving both in theaters AND on HBO Max on Christmas Day.Wonder Woman 1984 had been scheduled for release in theaters on Christmas Day, but since every other major studio movie has either shifted to a streaming service or pushed their release into 2021, Wonder Woman 1984 was the lone holdout.A new, unlisted trailer on the Warner Bros. website confirmed the sequel's simultaneous release in theaters and on HBO Max (via Collider), which has been confirmed to be authentic by other outlets such as Deadline.

“Wonder Woman 1984” was originally set to be released theatrically in June, but was pushed back to Christmas Day due to the pandemic.

What’s going to happen to “Wonder Woman 1984?” That was the million, err, billion-dollar question. The plan, up until recently, was two options: 1) a summer 2021 theatrical release or 2) stick with December 25, 2020, theatrical release — minimal, of course, given the way COVID-19 is spiking across the U.S.

It’s official – Wonder Woman 1984 will be out in theaters on Christmas Day, December 25.

Anthony D'Alessandro Editorial Director/Box Office EditorI’m hearing from several exhibition sources that Warner Bros. is going with Wonder Woman 1984 on Christmas Day in theaters and on HBO Max, same day.

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Scooby-Doo co-creator Ken Spears has died at the age of 82.His passing comes less than three months after his animation partner Joe Ruby died.His son Kevin Spears revealed his father passed away on Friday, November 6, 2020, due to complications related to Lewy body dementia, according to Variety.Ken and Joe were the masterminds behind Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!, which was created in 1969.

Scooby-Doo co-creator Ken Spears has died at the age of 82.His passing comes less than three months after his animation partner Joe Ruby died.His son Kevin Spears revealed his father passed away on Friday, November 6, 2020, due to complications related to Lewy body dementia, according to Variety.Ken and Joe were the masterminds behind Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!, which was created in 1969.

Ken Spears was a TV writer and producer best known for co-creating Scooby-Doo.Spears began working at Hanna-Barbera Productions as a young man, where he met Joe Ruby (1933 – 2020). The two began writing together, creating “Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!” for Hanna-Barbera.

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Ken Spears, who co-created the character of Scooby-Doo and oversaw Saturday morning kids programming at CBS and ABC, all with his longtime creative partner, Joe Ruby, has died. He was 82.

Variety, he said: "Ken will forever be remembered for his wit, his story-telling, his loyalty to family, and his strong work ethic."Ken has not only made a lasting impression on his family, but he has touched the lives of many as co-creator of Scooby-Doo.

Scooby-Doo co-creator Ken Spears has died at the age of 82.His passing comes less than three months after his animation partner Joe Ruby died.His son Kevin Spears revealed his father passed away on Friday due to complications related to Lewy body dementia, according to Variety.Ken and Joe were the masterminds behind Scooby-Doo, Where Are You?, which was created in 1969. RIP:Scooby-Doo co-creator Ken Spears has died at the age of 82.

was confirmed Monday to Variety by his son Kevin, who said he died of complications from Lewy body dementia.“Ken will forever be remembered for his wit, his storytelling, his loyalty to family and his strong work ethic,” Kevin Spears told Variety. “Ken has not only made a lasting impression on his family, but he has touched the lives of many as co-creator of ‘Scooby-Doo.’ Ken has been a role model for us throughout his life and he will continue to live on in our hearts.”The elder Spears created the animated show “Scooby-Doo, Where Are You!” in 1969 with cartoonist and writing partner Joe Ruby, who died just this August at age 87.

Dino-Ray Ramos Associate Editor/ReporterProducer and Scooby-Doo co-creator Ken Spears died on Friday, November 6. He co-founded Ruby-Spears Productions with Joe Ruby, who died in August.

Ellise Shafer editorKen Spears, co-creator of the beloved animated series “Scooby-Doo” and co-founder of Ruby-Spears Productions along with the late Joe Ruby, died Friday. He was 82.Spears’ son, Kevin Spears, tells Variety that he died from complications related to Lewy body dementia.“Ken will forever be remembered for his wit, his story-telling, his loyalty to family, and his strong work ethic,” Kevin Spears says.