Simon Mayo slams 'soul destroying' BBC for 'making talent jump through hoops'

David Walliams has become a household name in recent times.He has been involved in the British entertainment industry for a number of years and has had several successful careers which have helped build his incredible fortune of around £17 million.Not only is he one of the UK's biggest names in comedy, the 50-year-old has been a judge on Britain's Got Talent since 2012.He appears on the ITV show with Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon and Amanda Holden.As well as being a popular judge, David is a best-selling children's author, having written books such as Gangsta Granny and Mr Stink.David was once part of one of the most talked about couples in showbiz, having been married to model Lara Stone, 38.However, the couple announced their shock separation after just five years of marriage.Lara and David started dating in 2009 after reportedly meeting at a Chelsea football match.Lara has said that she was nervous for their first date but soon knew they shared a similar sense of humour.Speaking to Dutch Vogue, she said: "I was in the cab home afterward and thought, I should text him and thank him for dinner.

Coronation Street favourite Michael Le Vell has confirmed that co-star Charlie De Melo, who plays Imran Habeeb, has finished filming on the soap.Michael, who plays longstanding character Kevin Webster on the show, shared the news when he appeared on This Morning on Friday (May 27).The actor, 57, appeared on the programme alongside his on-screen wife Sally Carman, who plays Abi Franklin. Michael and Sally appeared on the programme to talk about the latest storylines.It has been teased by the soap that the battle for baby Alfie will heat up between Abi and Imran in tense upcoming scenes.Speaking about the drama that is set to ensue, Michael said: "There's a quite intense week coming up, mainly for Abi and Imran Habeeb, which we found out is not that easy to say.

Elon Musk hopes his ex, Amber Heard, and Johnny Depp «move on» once the verdict is announced in the actor's defamation trial against his ex-wife.The Tesla chief responded to podcast host Lex Fridman's tweet offering his takeaway from the trial. The podcast host, who is also a research scientist at MIT and has 1.4 million followers on Twitter, offered five bullet points.«1. Fame is one hell of a drug (for some).

Christian Horner called Sky Sports commentator David Croft out live on air following a boozy night out in Monaco on Friday evening.The glitz and glamour of Monaco take centre stage in Formula One this weekend with the Grand Prix in Monte Carlo, which saw a frantic few days kick-off on Friday with two practice sessions.It seems all the fun didn't stop at the end of the second practice session however, where Ferrari's Charles Leclerc was fastest, as Croft took in the fun of Monaco by attending a party at the Red Bull energy station.Croft may have hoped to have kept his antics under wraps from the general public but was not afforded that luxury as Horner threw him under the bus at the start of the third and final practice session on Saturday.Horner joined Sky Sports' coverage from the pit wall and was asked how his team's drivers, Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez, were feeling on the track with the modern era of Formula One cars appearing to pick up every bump that is present on the street circuit.However, Horner quickly diverted the conversation to the Friday night antics of the Sky Sports commentator and lifted the lid on what sounded like an entertaining night out in Monte Carlo."Good afternoon. Before we get into all of that, how are you feeling? I gather that Crofty goes large in Monaco last night on the Red Bull energy station.

Coronation Street star Daniel Brocklebank has confessed to going to bed early in order to save energy amid the cost of living crisis.The 42-year-old, who is known to fans for playing the role of Billy Mayhew in the long-running ITV soap, told fans that he avoids turning on the lights due to his increasing energy bills.Taking to Twitter, Daniel asked his followers whether they were also feeling the pinch.He said: "Anyone else find themselves going to bed early just so they don’t have to turn the lights on? I feel like I did when I was 8 & could still hear the bigger kids playing outside.. #energycrisis."The Corrie star received an array of messages from fans as they agreed to also finding things rather difficult at the moment.One follower replied: "I sit in the dark every evening.

Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid on Saturday in Paris if the data is anything to go by, with both sides seemingly happy to engage in the dark arts of the game.The two sides are preparing to meet at the Stade de France on Saturday evening in the showpiece event of club football. And with Jurgen Klopp and Carlo Ancelotti the two experienced managers in the dugout, fans will be expecting a final filled with attacking football and entertainment in a bid to be crowned champions of Europe.But the difference could be made by which team keeps their discipline.

death.Brave Stephanie Hill, who was crowned Miss England in 2017, had to deal with creepy messages from Dhawal Chaudhary who spoke about them having grandchildren.The 27-year-old model was often tagged in posts by fake Instagram accounts after Chaudhary first contacted her in October 2020.Chaudhary, who is also 27, made a group chat with Stephanie and her boyfriend Daniel Harper.He made false claims that Stephanie was a sex worker even made her a Spotify playlist.The stalker told her he would move from India to live with her before he was arrested by cops at Heathrow Airport in July last year and sent to Derby Crown Court for prosecution.He admitted the offence of stalking involving serious alarm or distress and putting a person in fear of violence before he was given a hospital order, an unlimited restraining order and a restriction order.Traumatised Stephanie said: "I wouldn't want anyone to live like I have over the last nine months, I've been worn away into a shell of a person."I find no joy in doing anything as I feel I have to watch my every movement."I was a strong and confident person before but I've never had anyone treat me like this."She said she reckoned Chaudhary’s obsession started as early as 2018 when she went to India to work on her social media channels and admitted she tried to change her name and pretend she had left her job in an effort to throw him off.Stay up to date with all the Daily Star's latest news by signing up to one of our free newsletters here.Prosecutor Sarah Slater claimed the stalking “was relentless and took all the joy out of (Stephanie’s) job and helping people.”Whilst Judge Shaun Smith slammed Chaudhary as a “danger to the public” with suspected illness including erotomania or

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp "agreed he would come to Bayern" back in 2008 before the deal later fell through.Klopp has since gone on to enjoy success at both Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool, with whom he is set to contest his third Champions League final in five seasons on Saturday night. However, his career could have panned out differently had Bayern Munich's honorary president Uli Hoeness had got his way.Speaking to ntv, Hoeness explained: "We once agreed that he would come to Bayern.

UFOs hurtling across the US skies in front of a state-of-the-art Army helicopter.The video was said to have been recorded on November 6, 2018, roughly 40 miles northwest of Tucson, Arizona.In the video, an Apache helicopter’s co-pilot and gunner witness three objects dashing in a loose triangular formation across the sky as the aircraft prepares to take off.The co-pilot and gunner are stunned as the objects suddenly appear, shouting: “Wow! Are those three really fast moving jets up In response, the Apache pilot says: “Probably.

Coronation Street fans have been left swooning over Alan Halsall's rarely seen brother.The Tyrone Dobbs took to social media to share a snap of himself with his mum and brother while dining out at San Carlo restaurant in Manchester. And fans couldn't help but share how handsome they thought Alan's brother was.

Travis Barker’s ex wife Shanna Moakler is auctioning off her old engagement ring, fourteen years after the couple divorced.The Blink 182 drummer, 46, and model Shanna, 47, were married between 2004 and 2008 and share two children together – Landon, 18, and Alabama, 16. Travis has since moved on with Kourtney Kardashian, with the couple recently tying the knot in an extravagant wedding in Italy, Opening up on her decision to sell off her ring, Shanna said: “I think it is a beautiful piece and truly was my dream ring.

Stassi Schroeder is sharing some new details about the incident that led to her Vanderpump Rules firing.

Geordie Shore star Holly Hagan has revealed that the stress of her upcoming wedding has disrupted her menstrual cycle. The 29-year-old bride-to-be is set to tie the knot with her Chorley FC footballer fiance Jacob Blyth.

Criminals thought the expensive phones allowed them to deal drugs and commit offences with impunity. But over the past few months, dozens of them have faced justice after the messages they thought were secret became very public.

Between the built up cities of Manchester and Liverpool lies Greater Manchester's most affordable borough - Wigan. According to latest figures from the HM Land Registry, the Wigan town of Platt Bridge is cheapest place to buy a home in the entire region, where a typical property costs you just £119,337.

Catherine Zeta-Jones' son Dylan is preparing to graduate, and his parents organised he sweetest surprise for him ahead of the monumentous occasion, and it left him in tears.SEE: Catherine Zeta-Jones showcases decadent private office inside £3.6m mansionThe Hollywood actress and her husband, Michael Douglas, flew Dylan's uncle, Lyndon, out, and it was clear that a close bond was shared as Dylan was immediately in tears as soon as he sighted his family member. "You're my boy, my pride my joy," Lyndon sung, as Dylan got up from the gathering of his friends to embrace him.WATCH: Catherine Zeta-Jones' surprise leaves son Dylan in tearsDylan attempted to get words out to explain how he felt, but he was left speechless by the surprise and unable to do so.WOW: Catherine Zeta-Jones looks gorgeous in unexpected corsetREAD: Catherine Zeta-Jones shares secret to her fit physique at 52Lyndon then introduced himself to Dylan's assembled friends, as Dylan exclaimed: "I've got to catch my breath!"In her caption, Catherine explained: "Surprise! Surprise! Pre-graduation dinner when my son Dylan sees his Uncle who came all the way from Wales to celebrate this amazing milestone.

Celtic star Greg Taylor has proposed to his long-term girlfriend Laura McFarlane during a romantic Greek getaway.

Superheroes aren’t the only ones making an impact at the box office. According to Deadline, "Top Gun: Maverick" is ranking $150 million over four days – the best opening for the film’s lead Tom Cruise. Comscore shared that over Memorial Day weekend, the "Top Gun" sequel now takes the place of the highest grossing movie over the holiday weekend.

social channels to officially announce the name of their upcoming single and when fans can finally hear it. The tune is called “Skin of My Teeth,” and those who follow the singer, songwriter, and occasional actor will only have to wait until June 10 to press play.Everything about the promotion surrounding “Skin of My Teeth” suggests that it will be a sonic departure from much of Lovato’s most recent material.On the single cover, which was shared along with the announcement of the title and release date, the Grammy nominee is clad all in what looks like black leather, with their outfit adorned in chains and spikes.

The real-life inspiration behind Jennifer Lawrence’s Golden Globe-winning role in the film Joy is selling her Long Island estate for $20 million, Us Weekly has learned.

Ray Liotta‘s fiancée Jacy Nittolo is speaking out for the first time since the “GoodFellas” star suddenly died earlier this week, remembering the late actor as “the most beautiful person inside and out.”