'Trying to take me out!' Alex Scott reacts as The One Show co-host Gethin suffers fall

audition, she had also never performed before she stepped on the stage in front of judges Katy Perry, Luke Bryan, and Lionel Richie. The 18-year-old native of Boone County, West Virginia, shared the story of her difficult childhood, and being raised by her grandparents. Kelsie noted that her grandmother sadly died in 2021 after suffering complications from COVID-19. Noting that her grandmother «pushed her» to try things, Kelsie decided to «step outside» of her comfort zone in her honor.

Warner Mack was a country singer and songwriter known for hits including “Is it Wrong (For Loving You)” and “The Bridge Washed Out.”Mack was just 13 years old when he wrote the song that would become his first hit. But he didn’t record “Is it Wrong (For Loving You)” until almost 10 years later, in 1957. Mack made it to the top ten of the country music chart with his debut single, and “Is it Wrong (For Loving You)” became a standard of the genre, charting again in cover versions by Webb Pierce in 1960 and Sonny James in 1972.

The Batman, Zoë Kravitz was actually once rejected from being a part of the beloved action universe. Even more shocking is the reason why.

Oscar Nominees Luncheon. After having a virtual ceremony in 2021 due to COVID, this year, the event resumed in person at the Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles.Will Packer, who is producing the 2022 Academy Awards, hosted the March 7th luncheon, noting in his opening remarks that “This is the year.” As part of the festivities, this year’s nominees snapped their infamous group photos marking their nominee class which included a mix of actors and actresses, cinematographers, directors, glam and styling teams, as well as sound experts.ESSENCE was on the scene to witness the Black excellence, which included an appearance from one of this year’s Black Women In Hollywood honorees.

Leah Messer‘s fame is all thanks to her role as a doting mother. The West Virginia native, 29, rose to fame on MTV’s 16 and Pregnant after she got pregnant with twin girls by her boyfriend and eventual husband, Corey Simms. Leah gave birth in 2009 to Aliannah “Ali” Hope Simms and Aleeah Grace Simms, who are now 12 years old. Leah and Corey eventually got divorced and, after joining the spinoff series Teen Mom 2, she got married to Jeremy Calvert. They had a daughter, Adalynn “Addie” Faith Calvert, who is now 9 years old. Leah and Jeremy have since divorced.

Nick Vivarelli International CorrespondentAlmost two weeks into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Europe’s film industry continues to parse the complexities of a boycott on Russian cinema in order to express solidarity with the Ukrainian film community.While some film festivals, such as Stockholm and Glasgow, haven’t hesitated in boycotting Russian state-funded films outright, others like Cannes and Venice are taking a more nuanced approach, banning official delegations, but not necessarily Russian films and directors.The war’s more immediate effect, however, is that Ukrainian cinema is set to gain an increased visibility in the festival arena and beyond.On Monday evening, Rome’s Cinema Troisi hosted a free screening in collaboration with the Venice Film Festival of Ukrainian director Valentyn Vasynovych’s “Reflection” (pictured), set during the war in Donbass, in eastern Ukraine, in 2014. The film, which premiered in competition on the Lido last September, “asks, with brutal austerity, what happens to the soul of a man — and a nation — at war,” as critic Jessica Kiang put it in her Variety review.The Rome event, introduced by Venice Biennale president Roberto Cicutto, is being followed by other screenings of “Reflection,” organized by the fest in Italy.

Nick Vivarelli International CorrespondentMo Abudu, CEO of Nigeria’s The EbonyLife Group, will be celebrated by France’s upcoming Series Mania festival with its Women in Series Award. The prize, given in tandem with the European Women’s Audiovisual Network (EWA Network) and advocacy group Pour Les Femmes Dans Les Médias (PFDM), honors a remarkable woman from the audiovisual industry for her vision and leadership.

Joe Otterson TV ReporterGiancarlo Esposito is staying in business with AMC, with the renowned actor set to star in the newly greenlit drama series “The Driver” for the basic cabler.The six-episode first season is based on a U.K. format created by Danny Brocklehurst and Jim Poyser. Brocklehurst and Sunu Gonera developed the new series for U.S.

Jem Aswad Senior Music EditorMitski, the National and the Roots will headline the Pitchfork Music Festival when it returns to Chicago’s Union Park, running from Friday, July 15 through Sunday, July 17.The Festival kicks off on Friday with The National, who played Pitchfork Music Festival’s first year in 2006, Spiritualized, Parquet Courts, Tierra Whack, Amber Mark, Dawn Richard, Tkay Maidza, Indigo De Souza, Spirit of the Beehive, Spellling, Camp Cope, Wiki, Ethel Cain, and CupcakKe.The festivities continue on Saturday with Mitski, Japanese Breakfast, Lucy Dacus, Low, Magdalena Bay, Dry Cleaning, Karate, Iceage, yeule, Arooj Aftab, The Armed, Chubby & the Gang, Hyd, and Jeff Parker & the New Breed. Closing day features The Roots, Toro y Moi, Earl Sweatshirt, Noname, BadBadNotGood, Cate Le Bon, Tirzah, Xenia Rubinos, Erika de Casier, Injury Reserve, Kaina, L’Rain, Sofia Kourtesis, and Pink Siifu.“This year’s lineup is a celebration of the rising indie class, and those who continue to pave the way for innovation,” said Puja Patel, editor in chief of Pitchfork.

Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas are reveling in life as new parents and the actress was delighted to give fans a cute update on Tuesday. Taking to Instagram, Priyanka posted a video at the plush Los Angeles home she shares with her husband and their newborn.MORE: Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra's $20million mansion is the perfect family home – detailsFans were no doubt hoping to get a glimpse of their bundle of joy but were instead treated to a look at some new family members, who came in the form of two ducks swimming in their infinity pool. WATCH: Priyanka Chopra shares heartwarming family video The Baywatch actress posted a clip of them soaking up the sun as they bobbed in the water and wrote: "New pets I guess."Priyanka and Nick have been enjoying some downtime at their home since they welcomed their baby via surrogate at the beginning of the year. MORE: Priyanka Chopra shares devastating footage from neonatal unit following birth of her and Nick Jonas' babyMORE: Priyanka Chopra soaks up the sun in red bikini during loved-up vacation with husband Nick JonasAt the time they made the announcement on social media in a post which read: "We are overjoyed to confirm that we have welcomed a baby via surrogate. We respectfully ask for privacy during this special time as we focus on our family." Priyanka welcomed the additions to her sun-soaked homeIn an interview for Vanity Fair's February 2022 issue, published days before announcing she had become a mother, Priyanka said that children are "a big part of our desire for the future.

Gemma Atkinson has taken to Instagram to share that she feels "guilty" over the conflict in Ukraine.The model, 37, spoke directly to her fans as she revealed that the people of Ukraine were in her thoughts as she started her day off in her home gym, while supporting the women of the country in a poignant post on International Women's Day.In view of her 1.7 million followers, the former Strictly Come Dancing star told of her heartbreak over the war in the country.Greeting her followers from her home gym, Gemma looked ready to take on her busy day.She said: "Morning, I just finished my session, I did a nice little cardio sesh to set me up for the day and my shoot."It's weird though, I just did that post for Ukraine," she said, referencing a story she shared earlier on the situation.Gemma continued: "Does anyone else feel like, I don't know, almost guilty every now and then, well a lot of the time."Like just then I was training and half way through I stopped and thought, 'Oh my God, those people, what they're going through....'"It's just awful and you feel, well I feel hopeless because over here what can you do?" she quizzed her fans.She went on: "Other than, yes I've donated, lots of people have donated, what else can you do?"You feel like, it's like watching a movie and waiting for it to end."Anyway, I just thought I'd share that nugget."Hopefully you all know what I mean and you feel the same," she ended, before going on to share her busy day which involved a professional photo shoot.Hours earlier, the mother-of-one had previously shared a poignant post, which read: "To the women in Ukraine today, on International Women's Day."I cannot begin to imagine your pain."Your strength is immeasurable."I feel hopeless over here

Arsenal captain, winning 140 caps for England.The presenter has revealed the abuse she received after being the BBC's first female football pundit at the World Cup led her down a dark path.Alex was bombarded with death threats and vile abuse on social media, beginning two years ago.This was when the star received the role as the BBC's first female pundit at the World Cup 2018, intensifying when she joined the Sky Sports Super Sunday team.The hatred only grew when there was speculation that Alex was going to replace Sue Barker on A Question of Sport.Speaking to the Mail's Weekend magazine, Alex said: "I was drinking most nights.

The One Show took an awkward turn on Thursday evening when host Alex Scott boldly spoke about "changing her co-star" Gethin Jones.BBC star Alex had been speaking to comedian Jack Dee at the time when she shared the awkward quip.Jack had declared himself to be some kind of oracle when it came to helping others with dealing with difficult situations, as he unveils his new book What Is Your Problem.After the comedian spoke about ways to avoid inviting folk over for Christmas, Alex chimed in with her own shocking question.She said: "I've got one for you Jack."I've been working with a certain co-star presenter, how do I go about changing that over?"This is a live TV story and is constantly being updated.Please refresh the page regularly to get

THE One Show star Alex Scott accused Gethin Jones of 'trying to take her out' as they jumped around on a giant inflatable. Former professional footballer Alex, 37, is no stranger to a sly tackle, but called out fellow host Gethin for nearly knocking her over.

The One Show presenter Alex Scott accused co-host Gethin Jones of trying to "take me out" after he nearly knocked her over.Presenting duo Alex and Gethin clearly had a great time at COP26 in Scotland, where they were filmed leaping around on a bouncy castle type attraction.Alex, 37, shared a snap on her Instagram stories of the moment where Gethin, 43, fell while bouncing and nearly took her legs out.She mocked her co-host saying he "stacked it" while bouncing.She captioned the picture: "Gethin Jones stacking it and trying to take me out in the process.

I'm A Celebrity is believed to have signed music star Naughty Boy to appear this year - after reportedly replacing him on the show last year. The rapper, whose real name is Shahid Khan, was supposed to enter Gwrych Castle in North Wales last year.

BBC star, 37, was glammed up to the nines in an elegant black gown which allowed for more than just a quick glimpse of the star's toned legs.Taking to the red carpet, the BBC presenter grinned as she struck a series of poses in her sultry gown.Alex donned a one shouldered dress which featured half sleeves from her shoulders down.With ruching going across the left side of her chest, the right side of her bust was complete with an ornate silver design which matched a dazzling belt across her waist.However, it was the lengthy, thigh-high side slit in Alex's dress which stole the show.Jutting her left hip out to the side, the ex-footballers leg made its own starring role on the red carpet which was reminiscent of Hollywood star Angelina Jolie

 The figure-hugging polar neck black dress was embellished with silver sequins.The tight-fitted ensemble showcased the former professional footballer's toned physique.She paired the daring number with a pair of black heels, adding height to her look.The TV presenter styled her dark tresses into half-up and half-down hairdo.DON'T MISS...Alex opted for dramatic makeup as she accentuated her natural looks with a smokey-eye palette and bronzed cheekbones.She accessorised her glamorous ensemble with an array of gold rings and stud earrings, while she gave a flash of her rosary beads tattoo underneath her left sleeve.The One Show presenter was joined by her co-host Gabby, 48, at the sporting event.Gabby looked chic in a simple black dress and

The One Show next week after her recent absence.However there seemed to be a twist on the norm, with the TV duo heading to Scotland to present the programme live from Glasgow.Fans of the BBC show have been worried about Alex, 37, who was missing on Monday and left her co-star Jermaine Jenas to host alone.On Wednesday's episode Jermaine explained that Alex would be making an appearance on Thursday but Gethin was instead supported by ex-hockey star Sam Quek.Shedding light on the situation, Gethin said: "Next week I'll be with Alex Scott presenting The One Show live from Glasgow."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 One Show’s Jermaine Jenas has dropped a huge update on his co-star Alex Scott’s illness after her post was filled by various presenters throughout the week. On Monday, Jermaine was forced to host the BBC show alone as he informed viewers that Alex had come down with the “superbug”.

why he was hosting the episode alone on Tuesday night. Former England, Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur star Jermaine was hosting The One Show alone on October 26.