You can now read the screenplay for Riz Ahmed’s ‘Sound of Metal’

HE’S spent the past two months secretly training for a Red Nose Day challenge which will see him pushed to his physical and mental limits. But for DJ Jordan North, there is an upside to being tasked to row 100 miles from London to his “happy place” hometown of Burnley – his newly developed, rippling muscles. In an exclusive interview, Jordan laughed: “I can’t get any of my trousers on.

EXCLUSIVE: The story of former First Daughter Alice Roosevelt Longworth, a socialite, a writer and a force in 20th Century American politics, will be the subject of a half-hour comedy series in development at HBO Max.

In sync?! Kim Kardashian and Julia Fox seem to be on the same style page. The 41-year-old Skims founder and the 32-year-old actress have been stepping out in nearly identical ensembles for Milan Fashion Week. 

Boris Johnson has issued a direct message to the Russian people by posting a video on social media as he called for the crisis to come to an end.

Express.co.uk has contacted CBS for comment on Sharon's remarks.After the dispute, CBS published a statement about the X-Factor judge’s leaving the show.The network said last year: “Sharon Osbourne has decided to leave The Talk."The events of the March 10 broadcast were upsetting to everyone involved, including the audience watching at home."Further explaining the situation, they said: "As part of our review, we concluded that Sharon’s behaviour toward her co-hosts during the March 10 episode did not align with our values for a respectful workplace."We also did not find any evidence that CBS executives orchestrated the discussion or blindsided any of the hosts," it added."At the same time, we acknowledge the network and studio teams, as well as the show-runners, are accountable for what happened during that broadcast."As it was clear the co-hosts were not properly prepared by the staff for a complex and sensitive discussion involving race.”Sharon became a household name after appearing on the reality series The Osbournes.She appeared in 52 episodes of the show from 2002 until 2005.The star has also been the host of The Sharon Osbourne Show and a judge on The X Factor and America’s Got Talent.Most recently, she appeared as a co-host on The Talk from 2010 until 2021.

Simon Cowell, 62, recently suffered a huge scare after he crashed his electric motorbike and broke his wrist.The Britain’s Got Talent judge crashed after taking a corner too fast near his West London home.But the accident could have been much worse as the TV star was not wearing a helmet at the time.Simon has now revealed he had other health woes concerning him that same week.As well as breaking his wrist, the entrepreneur lost a tooth and later tested positive for coronavirus.He told Extra: “In one week, I broke my wrist, tooth fell out because I was eating peanut brittle, [and then] a day after that, I tested positive for Covid.”Speaking about the bike incident, Simon said that he “knocked myself out”.He continued: “There were some people nearby, thank God, so they stopped the traffic.“I was in a bit of a daze… I got back on my bike and drove one-armed back to the house.“That’s how nutty I was.”In an interview earlier this month, Simon clarified that his tyres slipped from under him.He told ITV News about how he could not wait to get back to cycling.Simon also confessed he did not want to get scolded by his seven-year-old son Eric.Simon explained: "I mean actually the one thing - the only thing that scared me genuinely was when I was coming back from the hospital, knowing that Eric, my son, was waiting for me to tell me off.“So, it was kind of like when I was a child, I was afraid of going home when I’d done something wrong.”He continued: “It was literally that and I got the biggest telling off – ‘daddy you didn’t wear a helmet’, blah, blah, blah.“So yeah, lesson learnt.

He said: “What p****s me off is that I know some great Russians and some great Ukrainians.“And I’ve had some f*****g great nights in both countries. Putin: you are such a c***.”Fans responded with contentious opinions.@PaulFantham said: “It’s not all about you Jeremy.”@Boon25 wrote: “What about people in Palestine? Idk why people r so care to Ukraine, but not to Palestinians.” (sic)@Gallifrey penned: “As a Russian i wanna be heard now - we do not support him and his actions. (sic)"We do not.

Premio Lo Nuestro, the oldest Spanish awards show had another year of epic presenters, and performances. HOLA! USA had the opportunity to cover the red carpet and attend the show- check out the top 10 best moments. PAULINA RUBIO THE QUEENPaulina Rubio had the best performance of the night, as she performed a medley of her top hits. ‘La Chica Dorada’ looked amazing as she showcased her voice and dance moves.

Kacey Musgraves has decided to cancel her concert in Toronto, that is taking place tonight.

Ozzy Osbourne and Sharon Osbourne were spotted in a rare appearance together in L.A.

Ruth Langsford has taken “solace in her work” after her sister took her own life back in 2019, her husband Eamonn Holmes has confirmed.The ex-This Morning presenter described how “proud” he was of his former on-screen partner in spite of her having a “tough few years”. Ruth, 61, has been a recognisable face on ITV for over two decades and has presented a number of programmes in her long career, including Loose Women, This Morning and Do the Right Thing.Her husband Eamonn, 62, has presented alongside Ruth on the latter two shows and has been beside her for most of her on-screen career.However, Eammon has admitted that it hasn’t always been easy for Ruth in spite of her success.“It's been a tough few years,” the journalist admitted in an interview with Daily Mail's Weekend Magazine.According to the publication, Ruth's sister, Julia, took her own life in 2019 after suffering long-term mental health problems.“She was her only sibling and they were very close,” Eamonn continued in the chat last Saturday.“I'm proud she's been able to take comfort and solace in work.”The star has apparently also been worrying about his own mortality, as his father died at the age of 64 - just two years older than Eamonn is currently.Confessing to a degree of “maudlin Irish fatalism”, the presenter expressed that he would happily wave goodbye to such uncomfortably early wake-up times now that he’s getting older.Ruth and Eamonn hosted This Morning on Fridays and during school holidays from 2006 until last December.It was announced that the pair, who have been married since 2010, would be leaving This Morning late last year.Eamonn has since moved on to rival broadcaster GB News, while Ruth remains on ITV as an anchor for Loose Women.Alison Hammond

Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway has been sent messages of support from fans following the release of her Caring for Derek documentary.The journalist posted an update on what she called a “frightening week” on Instagram this evening.Kate, 54, released her new documentary Kate Garraway: Caring for Derek on Tuesday as a follow-up to Finding Derek, which aired last year.Derek, 54, caught Covid in March 2020 and was put into an induced coma by doctors, spending a total of 374 days in hospital.Since then, he has been allowed to go home, but requires round-the-clock care from Kate.Posting an update to her 1.1 million Instagram followers, Kate wrote: “Well what a frightening week and I am sure I’m not alone in hugging my loved ones close, grateful - as our hearts go out to the people in Ukraine fearing for their lives.“Despite the horrifying news unfolding all around, I’ve been so moved by how many of you have got in touch about #caringforderek (available now on the ITV Hub).“Do keep sharing your stories of hope and your challenges too.“When the world feels out of control there is something so powerful in standing together - we can make a difference.“There are some wonderful groups that have helped me @access_care @carers_uk @carers.trust who are all great sources of support,” she concluded with heart and prayer emojis.Kate’s followers took to the comments section to send messages of support to the ITV presenter.SJ Axelby wrote: “You are such an inspiration to us all.

Dan Walker, 44, has appealed to parents to ask for advice on how to talk about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine with children.The BBC Breakfast star logged onto Twitter earlier today to open the debate in view of his 751,000 followers.He wrote: “Dear parents / guardians,“Interested to know what you are telling your young children about what is happening in Ukraine at the moment without giving them nightmares.”Other Twitter users were quick to react, with the post receiving more than 1,400 likes in just a few hours.Fellow BBC broadcaster Victoria Fritz said: “Hi Dan, I spoke to my 5 y o son about this yesterday. (sic)“I said mummy had been busy telling people that the people in charge of Russia had been trying to steal another country.That the country was called Ukraine.“That the people of Ukraine didn’t want their country stolen.”She continued: “He said that wasn’t kind, didn’t sound fair and asked me if we knew anyone in Ukraine. I said we didn’t.“But they like macaroni cheese and apple crumble just like us.”MorishIdle typed: “I think it’s actually more stressful for young teenagers as they understand more.“There are 18 year old boys in Ukraine told they cannot leave the country and gave to take up arms.“As the mum of a teenage boy (not yet 18) that absolutely terrifies me.”Dorisandfred added: “So tough, our 10 year old was very anxious about it last night and couldn't fall asleep.“Husband reassured him about nato, and how far we are from the Ukraine. (sic)“It doesn't help that his school project is WW2 right now so it's all a bit too real.“I’m anxious too.

Las Vegas Review-Journal. "While Joanne was in the hospital recovering from her coma, Rick apparently made her sign over her 51 percent ownership interest in the Pawn Shop to him.

GOGGLEBOX viewers hearts melted tonight as Izzi and Ellie Warner showed fans their new puppy. The pair were seen playing with the adorable dog in a pink and white blanket in the opening moments of the Channel 4 show.

One of Mark Wahlberg’s finest movies is “The Departed”, the Martin Scorsese-directed crime thriller in which he was part of an A-list cast that included Jack Nicholson, Leonardo DiCaprio and Matt Damon.

Ashton Kutcher is speaking out in support of Ukraine.

Gigi Hadid and her younger sister Bella are continuing to walk in the same fashion shows!

Steven Yeun (“Minari”) and Riz Ahmed (“Sound of Metal”) sat down for a virtual chat for Variety‘s Actors on Actors, presented by Amazon Studios. For more, click here.In Lee Isaac Chung’s life-affirming “Minari,” Steven Yeun plays Jacob Yi, a Korean American dad who pursues his goal of financial success by moving his unenthusiastic family to a farm in 1980s Arkansas.

Clayton Davis Riz Ahmed, one of the top contenders in the best actor race, is being honored by the Miami Film Festival with its inaugural Impact Award.“Sound of Metal,” co-written and directed by Darius Marder, tells the story of a heavy metal drummer (Ahmed) who begins to lose his hearing.

Jenelle Riley Deputy Awards, Features EditorSince “Sound of Metal” hit theaters in November and Amazon Prime on Dec. 4, the film has been racking up accolades and praise.