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Brian May, who once declared that Brexit was the "stupidest move" the UK had ever made, announced to the world that he was making new friends over in France in a bid to escape British politics, As Prime Minister Liz Truss teeters on the edge of power, the 72-year-old Queen star is putting all of that behind him and enjoying some quality time in the wine capital of Bordeaux.Posting tranquil photos of himself perched beside the river, Brian told his 3.1 million Instagram followers that he still considers himself to be a proud European."A moment of peace.

Brian May, 75, has shared his deep respect for Freddie Mercury, with less than two months to go before the 31st anniversary of his death. "Viva Freddie!" Brian announced to his 3.1 million Instagram followers as he discussed the impact that he'd had on him, even after death."HAPPY BIRTHDAY FREDDIE !!!" he wrote, attaching 3D concert imagery of the star in his best stage clothing, complete with a neon yellow buckled jacket.Freddie had never been one to do things by halves - and, when his latest birthday approached, Brian was keen to remind the world of his enormous flamboyance."His presence is as alive as ever - influencing everything I do - and still bringing joy to people all around the world .

Brian May, 75, and now the Oasis frontman has admitted he will be 'hiding' from the Queen guitarist this weekend at the Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert.The opinionated singer said he "sl***ed" Brian off in the past, so he will be "putting [his] hood up and running off".Liam made a comment this evening on DJ Johnny Vaughn's Radio X show, when the presenter asked about the tribute gig.The Oasis star said: "I met [Taylor Hawkins] a few times. I wouldn’t say we were bezzie mates and that, you know what I mean, but we'd speak to each other a lot on the phone at stupid o'clock."And, you know, talk about rock and roll, man.

Queen star Brian May, 71, will take to the stage at Wembley Stadium this weekend as part of a memorial concert for the late star who he considered a good friend.The musician died aged 50 while The Foo Fighters were on tour in Colombia back in March.In view of his 3.1 million followers yesterday, Brian said he had been rehearsing for the show and told fans they were in for an "unforgettable treat".He began by writing that the late musician was the band's "focus right now", alongside snaps of The Foo Fighters star. The rockstar added: "The sadness of not having him around to enjoy the moments is almost crushing … but it’s awesome to be building a show to pay tribute to this wonderful human being, so hugely missed."He went on to say that rehearsing for the show had been an "awesome trip" so far and reminded fans where they could watch the upcoming gig. Bill Turnbull and former BBC Breakfast host dies aged 66A post shared by Brian Harold May (@brianmayforreal)In a further post, the rockstar shared a fan's portrait of the late musician, who he described as a "tragically lost and irreplaceable buddy"."This is a brand new portrait from @sarah_rugg - and it triggers new thoughts in me," he explained."It somehow signals a call to arms. How about all of us in this lovely artistic community coming together to give our love and respects to this consummate artist and dearly loved boy?"If you create your tribute, and post it and put #taylortributeart on it...

Queen legend Brian May spoke on the bond he had with his "brother".Taylor had died in Bogota, Columbia, in March while on tour with his group, aged just 50 - and Brian, who had been one of the last of his friends to speak to him, revealed that he will be sorely missed.Brian's second solo album, Another World, will be re-released imminently for the first time since 1998 and it contains a track with Taylor as the drummer.This prompted him to address the history of their friendship and how he felt about the loss."God, I wish I could have been there to help him through that, whatever it was," Brian exclaimed of his demise."[When] Taylor stepped in to do a track, [he] gave me a wonderful injection of energy, friendship, joy and light - and [now] he's gone... which is awful," he lamented.Brian confirmed that the collaboration had been one of the first album sessions Taylor had ever done."He'd only just joined the Foo Fighters, he was just a boy really and he was the biggest Queen fan in the world, which took me by surprise," he recalled fondly.He added that Taylor's endorsement of the group had introduced them to an even wider audience and made them "very cool to a lot of people"."He was an encyclopedia about Queen, absolutely incredible, he knew everything we'd ever done," Brian added in amazement."He became like a brother.

Adam Lambert has told how his predecessor and Queen star Freddie Mercury was struggling during the recording process of The Show Must Go On, revealing that it was "hard for him".Speaking in 2021, the former Pop Idol star, 40, explained Queen guitarist Brian May, 74, had confided in him that frontman Freddie was struggling with AIDS while recording the 1991 hit the year before.The pop star told how his bandmate Brian May had revealed the sad detail about the hit.The hit features on Queen's 1991 album, Innuendo, and despite being credited to the group, the song was written by Brian.It was recorded while Freddie was battling AIDS a year before his death.Last year, American network ABC hosted The Queen Family Singalong special, which saw Adam sing The Show Must Go On.Speaking about the hit, the pop star said: "I’m gonna be singing ‘The Show Must Go On,’ and from what I found out over the years, this was a very important moment for Freddie."It was towards the end of his life, and the song took on really powerful meaning for him," he added.The star continued: "It was written by Brian May, and he’s told me about the recording session that Freddie was weak."You know, it was hard for him, but he powered through."Brian said his voice was just stellar on it, and you can hear it now if you listen to the recording."He sounds magical," he added during an interview with Entertainment Canada Today.Musical genius Freddie died of bronchial pneumonia in November 1991, following complications from AIDS, aged 45.Brian continued to play guitar for himself in the wake of Freddie's death, but was convinced that the band would never reform.Addressing the singer's death, the guitarist told The Guardian how he and his bandmates, John Deacon and

Queen guitarist Brian May has revealed that he believed Queen to be "dead and gone" following the tragic death of the band's lead singer, Freddie Mercury. In an unearthed interview, the musician, 74, told of his devastation at losing his close friend and the rock band's frontman, believing that he would never play again until he and the band joined forces with Adam Lambert, 40, a decade ago.Musical genius Freddie died of bronchial pneumonia in 1991 following complications from AIDS.Following the tragic news, Brian candidly told how he thought he would never play in a band again.He said: "I was completely convinced it was over."I remember driving past all these arenas that we used to play and thinking, ‘That’s gone.

Adam Lambert as part of Queen, Brian May can't shake the feeling that fans might reject an album with his vocals on it.

Queen drummer Roger Taylor has told of his shock at finding out that his bandmate Brian May had "lost interest" in a song they were writing with the band's frontman Adam Lambert, who now sings the band's iconic lyrics, originally performed by the late Freddie Mercury.

Adam Lambert first exploded onto the popular music scene in 2009, before going on to sell millions of records and performing with the rock band Queen - but in spite of his growing fame, he still remains nervous about entering his fourth decade.

Brian May, 74, after he suffered a heart attack in 2020.The actress looked after the Queen guitarist during his health struggles, which left her feeling worried about whether she would always be his carer.Detailing the “nightmare” time the pair experienced during lockdown, Anita said: “My husband had a heart attack, sciatica and a haemorrhage, and I suddenly went from being a working actress to being a cleaner, cook and carer.“Not a role I’m easily castable for! I did the best I could and thank God he’s all right now.“He’s very kind.

Brian May, 74, has taken to his Instagram account to pay tribute to his mother, who would have been 100 years old today. The Queen star uploaded an unearthed photograph of himself as a preteen smiling broadly alongside his mum.Brian said he believes the pair were sitting on a beach in Worthing, West Sussex, more than 60 years ago.Opening up about the sentimental importance of the snap, Brian confessed he did not know whether it made him happy or sad.In view of his 2.9 million followers, he penned: “My Mum would have been 100 years old today.“Here we are in a happy moment on Worthing (I think) beach in the late 1950s.“I’m trying to work out whether gazing at this makes me happy or sad right now.“Thanks for the lovely

Brian May, 74, unfortunately interrupted a cricket match as he disembarked his helicopter over the weekend, according to reports. The musician flew in his private chopper to attend fellow Queen member Roger Taylor’s daughter’s wedding in Mawnan Smith, near Falmouth, Cornwall.Cricketers and spectators watched as May and his wife Anita, 72, descended from the helicopter.Falmouth 2nd XI and Helston 2nd XI at the Hine Downing Oval had to be interrupted for seven minutes as a result of May's sudden arrival.A Falmouth Cricket Club spokesman recounted the unusual events.“The helicopter took about seven minutes to land,” he told MailOnline.“The club knew it was coming, we do get one or two helicopters who land on the outfield from time to

Brian May, 74, has made the decision to quit living in London, as he has recently found the capital to be too “brutal” to bear.The musician explained that although the recent flash floods that hit the home he shares with wife Anita Dobson, 72, were the “catalyst” for them to leave their lives in London behind, they had been struggling for “a long time” prior to the destruction.It comes after Brian and Anita returned home to find their Kensington property covered in sludge during a period of heavy rainfall that hit the city on July 12.Brian was heartbroken to discover the lower floor of his home had been ruined, with floods damaging the couple’s carpets, rugs, and his childhood photo albums.Anita’s keepsakes were also destroyed by water

Queen guitarist Brian May has left his adoring fans offering their words of support, as he hinted he "wasn’t coping".The musician shared how he turns to The Language of Letting Go by Melody Beattie when things are becoming too much.Brian, 74, often shares candid posts with his 2.8 million followers and engages with his fans on a personal level.However, his last upload to Instagram left his supporters scratching their heads after he shared a rather cryptic post.Anita Dobson’s husband hinted that he "wasn’t coping" as he turned to the trusty book that manages to offer him support.The Bohemian Rhapsody musician claims that the piece of literature has, on occasions, saved his life.Taking to the photo-sharing site, Brian posted several excerpts

Queen musician Brian May has shared that LBC broadcaster Rachel Johnson has since apologised to him.

Queen legend Brian May, 73, has given his 2.8 million Instagram followers a candid insight into his recovery after undergoing eye surgery.The guitarist revealed he was left panicking and feeling “palpably depressed” after it took a while for him to notice the results of his operation.Brian shared a video of himself zooming his camera in on his eye, which had been operated on last week.Alongside the clip, he played The Who’s song I Can See For Miles.He penned in the caption: “Well, I’m not gonna tell you it was all a doddle. “I felt pretty rough the last couple of days.

Queen rocker Brian May, 73, has updated fans on his condition following his recent surgery.The musician shared a video to his 2.8 million Instagram followers as he said that he is "bowled over" by the kindness fans have shown to him.Wearing a pair of protective glasses over his eyes, the Bohemian Rhapsody musician couldn’t thank his loyal army of followers enough for the "incredible response" he was shown.Just several days ago, Brian shared a snap with his followers as he posed for a selfie in the hospital toilets wearing a hospital gown.The image showed the musician wearing a face covering as well as a mark above his eye which appeared to be a guidance for the surgeons.In his latest update, Brian was left overwhelmed as he told his fans he

Queen guitarist, 73, told his social media followers in May 2020 that he had suffered a minor heart attack, despite believing he was a "very healthy guy".The rockstar was admitted to hospital and had three stents fitted to open up blocked arteries.Initially, the Hampton-born star was admitted to hospital after suffering from a tear on his gluteus maximus, before medical staff discovered he also had a compressed sciatic nerve.Despite believing he was a "healthy guy" with normal blood pressure and a great heart rate, the We Will Rock You star said that during the "whole saga of the painful backside" he suffered a small heart attack.Speaking to his Instagram followers, Brian said that he had had "40 minutes of pain" across his chest, as well