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In BBC One's newest drama This Town, Levi Brown shines as Dante Williams, a character whose quest for musical inspiration takes him on a rollercoaster ride through the highs and lows of the music scene. Unlike his usual reserved self, Dante embarks on an unforgettable afternoon filled with cannabis, alcohol, and even his first sexual encounter, all in the hopes of unlocking the depths of his artistic potential.

Richard Osman has revealed how his childhood trauma led to a four-decade battle with addiction.The TV presenter and best-selling author opened up about struggling with a food addiction, triggered by his dad leaving the family home when he was nine years old. The Pointless co-host told the How To Fail podcast: "It’s so ridiculous, this food stuff.

Denise Nurse is a familiar face to many as the presenter of BBC One's beloved show, Escape to the Country. Since 2007, she's been guiding viewers through picturesque landscapes and charming properties. After taking a nine-year break to focus on family, Denise made a triumphant return to the screen in 2022 and is set to grace our screens once again on Friday, 19 April, helping a new crop of buyers search for their dream home in Norfolk.

Harry Potter star Warwick Davis' wife, Samantha, has died age 53 after a battle with sepsis. In a statement about his wife, Warwick confirmed Samantha passed away on Sunday 24 March.

Kyle Walker and Annie Kilner have welcomed their fourth child together.The pair's marriage recently hit the headlines when Annie announced that they had split following the revelation that he had secretly fathered a second child with ex Lauryn Goodman. It was then revealed that Annie was pregnant at the time of the split. Now it has been reported that she has given birth the couple's fourth child.

Saying 'I do' is one of the most memorable occasions of anyone's life, and it's vital that everything goes just right for the special event.There can be a long list of things to organise - from the venue to the outfit, and of course, the rings. But rest assured, as OK! has put together a list of businesses which will help Brits get a head start on their wedding planning. Carry on reading below to see the full details.

The family of TikTok star Kyle Marisa Roth has confirmed her sudden passing in an emotional social media post. Kyle, who was known for her controversial celebrity opinions, was just 36 years old when she died. Her cause of death has not been revealed, however, she has been open about her battles with mental health and her journey with colon cancer.

Midsomer Murders appears to have been pulled from the ITV schedule, despite only the first episode of the latest series having aired.The 23rd season of the hit show kicked off on Sunday, 14 April on ITV. However, Midsomer Murders is not in the TV schedule for the following Sunday. A new episode of Britain's Got Talent fills the Sunday evening slot, despite Midsomer Murders traditionally airing on consecutive Sundays.

Following his now-wife Charlie Gilbert's cancer diagnosis, Countryfile presenter Adam Henson was left facing an uncertain future. After Charlie fell ill over Christmas 2000, the couple initially believed she'd caught something from handling one of their farm animals.

OJ Simpson, the former NFL icon, passed away on Wednesday and his family has now disclosed their plans for his remains.The sports legend is set to be cremated this coming Tuesday in Las Vegas, with his relatives turning down requests for his brain to be given over to scientific study.The family of the American football star shared a heartfelt statement on social media confirming his passing.Their statement read: "On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren.

Todd Carty looked nearly unrecognisable as he stepped out in Manchester sporting a thick moustache in new snaps.The actor was spotted running errands near The Lowry Theatre in the city. Todd, 60, looked worlds away from his roles in The Bill and Eastenders, in which he portrayed PC Gabriel Kent and Martin Fowler respectively.The former soap star is currently starring in a touring stage production of The Mousetrap. The star, who appears alongside fellow EastEnders star and Only Fools and Horses favourite Gwyneth Strong in the play, was seen nearby the theatre carrying a carrier bag filled with goods on 12 April, ahead of that evening's show.

A teenager made a shocking confession on a controversial reality game show – then tragically, two months later, her boyfriend murdered her. Ruth Thalia Sayas Sanchez, who was the first contestant on the Peruvian version of The Moment of Truth, won £3,000 after answering a series of difficult questions.The concept of the TV game involved asking a total of 21 probing questions in six levels. Contestants would nab the cash prize if they answered each level correctly while strapped to a lie detector.

Lucy Beaumont had fans in stitches with a cheeky quip about ditching Jon Richardson long before their shock split hit the headlines.The 40 year old funnywoman, who tied the knot with fellow comedian Jon, 41, back in 2015 and shares daughter Elsie Louise with him, recently left fans gobsmacked by announcing that they're parting ways after nearly a decade together.The comedy duo's separation news came as a surprise to many, but eagle-eyed viewers might recall Lucy's playful banter about divorce on Channel 4's Eight Out Of Ten Cats Does Countdown last year, which now seems like it could have been a hint of trouble in paradise. During her appearance on the show in July 2022, Lucy didn't miss a beat when host Jimmy Carr, 51, teased her about her marriage, leading some to wonder if there was more truth to her jest than first thought.

K-Pop singer Park Bo Ram, who has been a prominent figure in K-Pop for over a decade, has 'suddenly' died at the age of 30. She is said to have been found unconscious at a friend's house, with a statement announced by agency Xanadu Entertainment confirming her death: 'Park Bo Ram suddenly left us in the late evening of April 11.' Her cause of death is currently being investigated and police have requested an autopsy. Bo Ram’s agency, confirmed her death on Friday, April 12 in South Korea with an announcement.

Notorious former sports star OJ Simpson has passed away aged 76 from cancer. It was reported in early 2024 that the American former football running back had been diagnosed with prostate cancer, and on Wednesday, 10 April, he succumbed to the illness. His family announced his death on Twitter on 11 April with a statement that read: "On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer.

The Bill's Jeff Stewart looked unrecognisable with long grey hair and a bushy beard as he made a rare appearance whilst running some errands in London. In his younger years, fans passing him on the street might have recognised him as PC Reg Hollis from much-loved ITV police drama, The Bill, however his new look gives nothing of his clean-cut character from the programme away.The 68 year old actor was a fan-favourite on the show, having portrayed PC Reg for an impressive 24 years, but his more recent appearance was worlds away from Reg.

TV presenter Nathan Templeton has tragically been found dead by a river after suffering what's believed to be a "medical episode" while out walking his dog. Nathan was known for presenting the Australian morning news show Sunrise on Channel 7, with his body being discovered on a walking track near the Barwon River in Australia on Tuesday (9 April) afternoon. A statement from his family reads: "Our hearts are broken for an adoring father and a wonderful friend, who’ll be missed by many." Nathan is survived by his wife, Kate Coghlan, and two sons, Jack, five, and James, four.

Crimewatch host Rav Wilding has announced that he and wife Jill Morgan have secretly split after more than a decade together.The TV personality, who is also known for his role on BBC's Morning Live, took to social media to address the rumours about his marriage, sharing a heartfelt message with his followers.The 46 year old, who welcomed a daughter with Jill in 2020, expressed that they had amicably parted ways last year and are now focusing on co-parenting their beloved child. In a candid Instagram post, Rav wrote: "For those asking questions myself and Jill amicably separated last year.

For over thirty years, pop sensation Gabrielle has been delighting audiences with her phenomenal songwriting and stellar voice, penning a string of chart topping hits, including Out of Reach, Dreams and most recently Sorry from her forthcoming album Place In Your Heart. But while the singer is no stranger to success, it hasn’t always been the easiest road to megastardom, with the singer revealing one particular challenge in her decade spanning career had been how to juggle her performances with the demands of her children.

Five years after his wife Tanya tragically died from cancer at the age of 53, Vinnie Jones has opened up about finding love again.The pair were together for 27 years and they shared two children, Kaley, 37, and Aaron, 33, with the Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels star explaining that no matter how much time passes, “the grief is always going to be in there”. In a new interview with the Mirror, former footballer Vinnie has opened up about finding love following Tanya’s passing, with the actor striking up a romance with personal assistant Emma Ford.

Long-serving presenter Garry Richardson will step down from BBC Radio Four’s Today programme this autumn, the corporation has announced. Garry will present the sports news on the early morning programme for the final time on 9 September 9. It will mark exactly 50 years since the radio presenter's first day as a junior researcher for the BBC back in 1974.