Long running BBC quiz show A Question Of Sport has been axed after more than five decades on the air.
The BBC have confirmed that A Question Of Sport has ceased production after fifty three years on the air.
It began in 1970, with David Vine as host, and although the show was not on screens for two years in the 1970s, it had remained in continuous production since 1978.
A Question Of Sport really took off under the stewardship of David Coleman in the 1980s – the 1989 episode featuring Princess Anne as one of the guests got a whopping nineteen million viewers.
Former tennis player Sue Barker then hosted the show for 24 years, before being replaced by Paddy McGuinness in 2021. This was also when the show underwent a significant revamp, with non-sporting celebrities being invited to appear as guests, transforming the show into more of a light entertainment programme.
The most recent...
The BBC have confirmed that A Question Of Sport has ceased production after fifty three years on the air.
It began in 1970, with David Vine as host, and although the show was not on screens for two years in the 1970s, it had remained in continuous production since 1978.
A Question Of Sport really took off under the stewardship of David Coleman in the 1980s – the 1989 episode featuring Princess Anne as one of the guests got a whopping nineteen million viewers.
Former tennis player Sue Barker then hosted the show for 24 years, before being replaced by Paddy McGuinness in 2021. This was also when the show underwent a significant revamp, with non-sporting celebrities being invited to appear as guests, transforming the show into more of a light entertainment programme.
The most recent...
- 12/18/2023
- by Jake Godfrey
- Film Stories
The BBC has confirmed that it has binned its sports quiz show A Question of Sport after a 53-year run made it one of the world’s longest-running TV programs.
Although a BBC spokesperson stressed that production had only been stopped for now – that it “was not the final whistle” and that the show could return in the future – it seems the towel has finally been thrown in, after falling ratings and budget cuts meant the show was no longer the primetime viewing juggernaut it used to be.
The show, a simple format which saw two teams of sporting stars compete to answer a series of sports questions, was first aired in 1970, presented by sports presenter David Vine. Later hosts included presenter David Coleman, former tennis star Sue Barker and comedian Paddy McGuinness.
At its height in the 1980s, the show drew huge audiences. One episode in 1987 when the guests...
Although a BBC spokesperson stressed that production had only been stopped for now – that it “was not the final whistle” and that the show could return in the future – it seems the towel has finally been thrown in, after falling ratings and budget cuts meant the show was no longer the primetime viewing juggernaut it used to be.
The show, a simple format which saw two teams of sporting stars compete to answer a series of sports questions, was first aired in 1970, presented by sports presenter David Vine. Later hosts included presenter David Coleman, former tennis star Sue Barker and comedian Paddy McGuinness.
At its height in the 1980s, the show drew huge audiences. One episode in 1987 when the guests...
- 12/16/2023
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
Former world number one in both singles and doubles on the Atp Tour at the same time, John McEnroe , might be the highest-paid tennis commentator of all time.
The BBC released its annual payroll for the 2022-2023 period of highest-paid stars in various sports, a list topped by former footballer Gary Lineker for the sixth year in a row. Lineker is the only pundit who earned over £1 million in the latest figures.
But John McEnroe's two weeks of work pay covering the Wimbledon Championships has been a hot topic in UK tabloids. McEnroe took home a salary in the range of £205,000 - £209,999, which represents an estimated 10% increment from the previous year. Clare Balding, who led the TV coverage as Sue Barker's replacement, earned between £178,000 - £184,999.
McEnroe remains the most colorful of former players calling matches from the booth, becoming the yardstick for retired pros venturing into commentating. McEnroe's voice...
The BBC released its annual payroll for the 2022-2023 period of highest-paid stars in various sports, a list topped by former footballer Gary Lineker for the sixth year in a row. Lineker is the only pundit who earned over £1 million in the latest figures.
But John McEnroe's two weeks of work pay covering the Wimbledon Championships has been a hot topic in UK tabloids. McEnroe took home a salary in the range of £205,000 - £209,999, which represents an estimated 10% increment from the previous year. Clare Balding, who led the TV coverage as Sue Barker's replacement, earned between £178,000 - £184,999.
McEnroe remains the most colorful of former players calling matches from the booth, becoming the yardstick for retired pros venturing into commentating. McEnroe's voice...
- 7/30/2023
- Tennis-Infinity
Paddy McGuinness has opened up about the advice shared with him by his Top Gear co-host Freddie Flintoff before taking on his role presenting A Question of Sport.
In 2021, the comedian took over as the host of the BBC quiz show following the controversial departure of long-standing presenter Sue Barker.
Appearing on the Monday Mile podcast with snowboarder Amy Fuller, McGuinness spoke about the “pressure” of the job, which he said he “felt more” than with Top Gear.
“I remember Freddie, when I got the job, he rang me up and he said, ‘Oh God, be careful,’” he recalled, during a hike with Fuller.
“We were talking about how it can be talked about online and stuff. He said he stood in on a sports breakfast show... for a month and he said the abuse he got. He said, ‘I’m an ex-sports person, Ashes and all that, and even I got abuse!
In 2021, the comedian took over as the host of the BBC quiz show following the controversial departure of long-standing presenter Sue Barker.
Appearing on the Monday Mile podcast with snowboarder Amy Fuller, McGuinness spoke about the “pressure” of the job, which he said he “felt more” than with Top Gear.
“I remember Freddie, when I got the job, he rang me up and he said, ‘Oh God, be careful,’” he recalled, during a hike with Fuller.
“We were talking about how it can be talked about online and stuff. He said he stood in on a sports breakfast show... for a month and he said the abuse he got. He said, ‘I’m an ex-sports person, Ashes and all that, and even I got abuse!
- 3/28/2023
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - TV
Paddy McGuinness has opened up about the advice shared with him by his Top Gear co-host Freddie Flintoff before taking on his role presenting A Question of Sport.
In 2021, the comedian took over as the host of the BBC quiz show following the controversial departure of long-standing presenter Sue Barker.
Appearing on the Monday Mile podcast with snowboarder Amy Fuller, McGuinness spoke about the “pressure” of the job, which he said he “felt more” than with Top Gear.
“I remember Freddie, when I got the job, he rang me up and he said, ‘Oh God, be careful’... We were talking about how it can be talked about online and stuff,’” he recalled, during a hike with Fuller.
“He said he stood in on a sports breakfast show... for a month and he said the abuse he got. He said, ‘I’m an ex-sports person, Ashes and all that, and even I got abuse!
In 2021, the comedian took over as the host of the BBC quiz show following the controversial departure of long-standing presenter Sue Barker.
Appearing on the Monday Mile podcast with snowboarder Amy Fuller, McGuinness spoke about the “pressure” of the job, which he said he “felt more” than with Top Gear.
“I remember Freddie, when I got the job, he rang me up and he said, ‘Oh God, be careful’... We were talking about how it can be talked about online and stuff,’” he recalled, during a hike with Fuller.
“He said he stood in on a sports breakfast show... for a month and he said the abuse he got. He said, ‘I’m an ex-sports person, Ashes and all that, and even I got abuse!
- 3/27/2023
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - TV
Netflix Boards ‘Lewis Capaldi: How I’m Feeling Now’
Netflix has boarded Lewis Capaldi: How I’m Feeling Now from The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann indie Pulse Films. The Brit Award-winning superstar was followed at a pivotal moment in his career for the doc, as he returned to his Scottish roots to reconnect with his old life having achieved global success. Filmed over several years and directed by BAFTA-winning Bros: After the Screaming Stops helmer Joe Pearlman, How I’m Feeling Now finds the 26-year-old back at his parent’s house in Scotland to begin work on his second album. The film captures Capaldi’s defining year, struggling to balance the familiarity of home, normality, and all he’s ever known, with life as one of the biggest stars on the planet, gleaning an intimate portrait of his unique character, hopes and fears in his own words. Co-financed by BMG and Quickfire,...
Netflix has boarded Lewis Capaldi: How I’m Feeling Now from The Disappearance of Madeleine McCann indie Pulse Films. The Brit Award-winning superstar was followed at a pivotal moment in his career for the doc, as he returned to his Scottish roots to reconnect with his old life having achieved global success. Filmed over several years and directed by BAFTA-winning Bros: After the Screaming Stops helmer Joe Pearlman, How I’m Feeling Now finds the 26-year-old back at his parent’s house in Scotland to begin work on his second album. The film captures Capaldi’s defining year, struggling to balance the familiarity of home, normality, and all he’s ever known, with life as one of the biggest stars on the planet, gleaning an intimate portrait of his unique character, hopes and fears in his own words. Co-financed by BMG and Quickfire,...
- 3/9/2023
- by Jesse Whittock and Max Goldbart
- Deadline Film + TV
“Masked Singer” host Davina McCall, “We Are Lady Parts” creator Nida Manzoor, legendary British sports anchor Sue Barker and Emma Butt, a dubbing mixer, dialogue and SFX editor and Adr recordist, were among the women celebrated at the Women in Film and TV Awards on Friday evening in London..
Comedian Katherine Ryan hosted the event, which saw numerous famous faces in attendance including “Bad Sisters” star Anne-Marie Duff, who awarded Ramita Navai a prize for the BBC News and Factual award, former Doctor Who Christopher Eccleston, who handed Nainita Desai the Gravity Media Creative Technology prize, and “Bridgerton’s” Adjoa Andoh, who presented Akua Gyamfi the Mercury Business award.
Other well-known names present at the event were “Inside No. 9” star Jessica Hynes, TV “Ridley Road’s” Tamzin Outhwaite, “Strictly Come Dancing” semi-finalist Aj Odudu, “This Morning” host Dermot O’Leary, who presented and accepted the Eikon presenter award on Davina McCall’s behalf,...
Comedian Katherine Ryan hosted the event, which saw numerous famous faces in attendance including “Bad Sisters” star Anne-Marie Duff, who awarded Ramita Navai a prize for the BBC News and Factual award, former Doctor Who Christopher Eccleston, who handed Nainita Desai the Gravity Media Creative Technology prize, and “Bridgerton’s” Adjoa Andoh, who presented Akua Gyamfi the Mercury Business award.
Other well-known names present at the event were “Inside No. 9” star Jessica Hynes, TV “Ridley Road’s” Tamzin Outhwaite, “Strictly Come Dancing” semi-finalist Aj Odudu, “This Morning” host Dermot O’Leary, who presented and accepted the Eikon presenter award on Davina McCall’s behalf,...
- 12/2/2022
- by Manori Ravindran and K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
Veteran BBC presenter Sue Barker has criticised the Corporation for the way it handled her departure from one of its most popular game shows.
The former tennis player turned presenter had been hosting Question of Sport – the world’s longest running TV sports quiz show – for 24 years until 2020, when the broadcaster decided to rebrand the show with a new host.
Barker told another BBC show, BBC Breakfast, that her employer had wanted her to say she was stepping down by choice, rather than being replaced.
She said: “They [BBC] wanted to refresh the programme and that’s absolutely fine.
“So we knew it was going to happen and it was just the way in which it happened and the way it was handled, and the way I think the BBC wanted me to say that I was walking away from it.
“And yet, I’d never walk away from a job I loved.
The former tennis player turned presenter had been hosting Question of Sport – the world’s longest running TV sports quiz show – for 24 years until 2020, when the broadcaster decided to rebrand the show with a new host.
Barker told another BBC show, BBC Breakfast, that her employer had wanted her to say she was stepping down by choice, rather than being replaced.
She said: “They [BBC] wanted to refresh the programme and that’s absolutely fine.
“So we knew it was going to happen and it was just the way in which it happened and the way it was handled, and the way I think the BBC wanted me to say that I was walking away from it.
“And yet, I’d never walk away from a job I loved.
- 10/1/2022
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
Sue Barker has said she “regrets” the manner in which her 24 years of hosting A Question Of Sport came to an end.
The former professional tennis player and broadcaster presented the sports quiz show from 1997 to 2021.
In September 2020, it was announced that Barker would be leaving the programme, with Paddy McGuinness later announced as her replacement. Team captains Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell also left alongside her and were replaced by Sam Quek and Ugo Monye.
Appearing on BBC Breakfast on Friday (30 September), Barker suggested that while the BBC had wanted her to say her departure was her own choice, she was instead replaced as part of a “refresh”.
“It is such a shame because, I have to say, that the BBC had told us we were going,” Barker said.
“They wanted to refresh the programme and that is absolutely fine. Everyone has the right to do that. We don’t own the programme.
The former professional tennis player and broadcaster presented the sports quiz show from 1997 to 2021.
In September 2020, it was announced that Barker would be leaving the programme, with Paddy McGuinness later announced as her replacement. Team captains Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell also left alongside her and were replaced by Sam Quek and Ugo Monye.
Appearing on BBC Breakfast on Friday (30 September), Barker suggested that while the BBC had wanted her to say her departure was her own choice, she was instead replaced as part of a “refresh”.
“It is such a shame because, I have to say, that the BBC had told us we were going,” Barker said.
“They wanted to refresh the programme and that is absolutely fine. Everyone has the right to do that. We don’t own the programme.
- 10/1/2022
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - TV
Google, it is reported, offers employees gourmet dining experiences on its campus. Apple, meanwhile, hired Stevie Wonder to play for its workforce. If the BBC is considering introducing a new employee perk to energise its staff, I’d like to suggest complimentary couples counselling. After the critically acclaimed misery of Stefan Golaszewski’s Marriage last month, comes the lighter companion piece, Stuck, a sitcom about the claustrophobia of cohabitation.
Dylan Moran is Dan, a recently laid-off jingle writer struggling to get his life back on track. Morgana Robinson is his long-term partner, Carla, some sort of new age therapist, pushed into looking after this man, who is a decade her senior. “Is this it?” she asks him. “Just me, flat out, and you farting about like an old fart?” Moran is on safe ground, doing Moran things. He pairs a world-weary cynicism with a skittish energy, not dissimilar to the...
Dylan Moran is Dan, a recently laid-off jingle writer struggling to get his life back on track. Morgana Robinson is his long-term partner, Carla, some sort of new age therapist, pushed into looking after this man, who is a decade her senior. “Is this it?” she asks him. “Just me, flat out, and you farting about like an old fart?” Moran is on safe ground, doing Moran things. He pairs a world-weary cynicism with a skittish energy, not dissimilar to the...
- 9/8/2022
- by Nick Hilton
- The Independent - TV
Harry Styles has referenced the recent rumours that he “spat” on his Don’t Worry Darling co-star Chris Pine.
On Monday (5 September), a brief yet puzzling interaction between the pair at the Venice Film Festival screening of Olivia Wilde’s psychological drama went viral on social media.
In the clip, posted by Twitter user JZMaclin, Styles “appears to spit” on Pine while taking his assigned seat next to the actor, who then looks down at his lap and stops clapping.
Representatives for Pine called the rumours a “complete fabrication”, while sources close to the “As It Was” singer told The Independent that the alleged incident was “not true”.
In his first direct comments about the rumour, Styles quipped about the incident during his return to Madison Square Garden on Wednesday night (7 September).
As seen in a video posted on Twitter, Styles jokingly said: “This is our tenth show at Madison Square Garden.
On Monday (5 September), a brief yet puzzling interaction between the pair at the Venice Film Festival screening of Olivia Wilde’s psychological drama went viral on social media.
In the clip, posted by Twitter user JZMaclin, Styles “appears to spit” on Pine while taking his assigned seat next to the actor, who then looks down at his lap and stops clapping.
Representatives for Pine called the rumours a “complete fabrication”, while sources close to the “As It Was” singer told The Independent that the alleged incident was “not true”.
In his first direct comments about the rumour, Styles quipped about the incident during his return to Madison Square Garden on Wednesday night (7 September).
As seen in a video posted on Twitter, Styles jokingly said: “This is our tenth show at Madison Square Garden.
- 9/8/2022
- by Maanya Sachdeva
- The Independent - Music
Colin Farrell’s new film, The Banshees of Inisherin, received a 13-minute standing ovation at its premiere.
The Irish actor appears in Martin McDonagh’s film, which premiered out of Venice Film Festival on Monday (5 September), alongside Brendan Gleeson, Barry Keoghan, and Kerry Condon.
According to Variety, McDonagh, Farrell, Gleeson, and Condon were met with the “longest and loudest reception” of any film that premiered at the festival this season.
It was speculated that this might have been in response to Farrell “who broke with tradition by wading into the crowd to take selfies with fans and sign autographs, which only made the cheering grow louder and more sustained”.
The Banshees of Inisherin is directed by Oscar winner McDonagh, who is behind films such as 2008’s In Bruges, which also stars Farrell and Gleeson, 2017’s Three Billboards Outside Missouri, and 2012’s Seven Psychopaths.
The film is described as a black...
The Irish actor appears in Martin McDonagh’s film, which premiered out of Venice Film Festival on Monday (5 September), alongside Brendan Gleeson, Barry Keoghan, and Kerry Condon.
According to Variety, McDonagh, Farrell, Gleeson, and Condon were met with the “longest and loudest reception” of any film that premiered at the festival this season.
It was speculated that this might have been in response to Farrell “who broke with tradition by wading into the crowd to take selfies with fans and sign autographs, which only made the cheering grow louder and more sustained”.
The Banshees of Inisherin is directed by Oscar winner McDonagh, who is behind films such as 2008’s In Bruges, which also stars Farrell and Gleeson, 2017’s Three Billboards Outside Missouri, and 2012’s Seven Psychopaths.
The film is described as a black...
- 9/8/2022
- by Annabel Nugent
- The Independent - Film
Sue Barker has revealed the “frustrating” reason she wishes she’d never “gone near” Cliff Richard, whom she dated in the 1980s.
The broadcaster, who had a brief romance with the “Summer Holiday” singer in 1981, has shared her frustrations with Richard for continuing to “harp on about me” 40 years on.
In a new book, an extract of which was shared on MailOnline, Barker, 66, wrote: “If someone had told me that my relationship with Cliff would last a few months but I’d still be hearing about it 40 years later, I wouldn’t have gone near him.”
She said that, despite remaining friends, “the only thing we fell out over was the fact he kept harping on about me in interviews”.
Barker revealed that, despite their time together being extremely brief, Richard, 81, would repeatedly provide the press with quotes that made their relationship seem more than it actually was. These included:...
The broadcaster, who had a brief romance with the “Summer Holiday” singer in 1981, has shared her frustrations with Richard for continuing to “harp on about me” 40 years on.
In a new book, an extract of which was shared on MailOnline, Barker, 66, wrote: “If someone had told me that my relationship with Cliff would last a few months but I’d still be hearing about it 40 years later, I wouldn’t have gone near him.”
She said that, despite remaining friends, “the only thing we fell out over was the fact he kept harping on about me in interviews”.
Barker revealed that, despite their time together being extremely brief, Richard, 81, would repeatedly provide the press with quotes that made their relationship seem more than it actually was. These included:...
- 9/7/2022
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - TV
Sue Barker has revealed the “frustrating” reason she wishes she’d never “gone near” Cliff Richard, whom she dated in the 1980s.
The broadcaster, who had a brief romance with the “Summer Holiday” singer in 1981, has shared her frustrations with Richard for continuing to “harp on about me” 40 years on.
In a new book, an extract of which was shared on MailOnline, Barker, 66, wrote: “If someone had told me that my relationship with Cliff would last a few months but I’d still be hearing about it 40 years later, I wouldn’t have gone near him.”
She said that, despite remaining friends, “the only thing we fell out over was the fact he kept harping on about me in interviews”.
Barker revealed that, despite their time together being extremely brief, Richard, 81, would repeatedly provide the press with quotes that made their relationship seem more than it actually was. These included:...
The broadcaster, who had a brief romance with the “Summer Holiday” singer in 1981, has shared her frustrations with Richard for continuing to “harp on about me” 40 years on.
In a new book, an extract of which was shared on MailOnline, Barker, 66, wrote: “If someone had told me that my relationship with Cliff would last a few months but I’d still be hearing about it 40 years later, I wouldn’t have gone near him.”
She said that, despite remaining friends, “the only thing we fell out over was the fact he kept harping on about me in interviews”.
Barker revealed that, despite their time together being extremely brief, Richard, 81, would repeatedly provide the press with quotes that made their relationship seem more than it actually was. These included:...
- 9/7/2022
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Music
Phillip Schofield has responded after a clip of a This Morning call-in game resulted in widespread disapproval on social media.
On Monday’s (5 September) edition of ITV’s daily lifestyle programme, Schofield and co-host Holly Willoughby played a game “Spin To Win”, in which viewers can win a randomly selected prize from a wheel.
One of the new additions to the prize list, along with cash, was the programme covering the winner’s energy bills for four months as a way to help with the cost of living crisis.
Monday’s caller ultimately won the energy bills prize and audibly reacted with relief as he described dealing with his current bills as “absolutely murder”.
After the clip was uploaded online, thousands of people used social media to express shock that energy bill payment was being offered as a prize, with many calling the state of affairs “dystopian”.
On Tuesday’s (6 September) episode,...
On Monday’s (5 September) edition of ITV’s daily lifestyle programme, Schofield and co-host Holly Willoughby played a game “Spin To Win”, in which viewers can win a randomly selected prize from a wheel.
One of the new additions to the prize list, along with cash, was the programme covering the winner’s energy bills for four months as a way to help with the cost of living crisis.
Monday’s caller ultimately won the energy bills prize and audibly reacted with relief as he described dealing with his current bills as “absolutely murder”.
After the clip was uploaded online, thousands of people used social media to express shock that energy bill payment was being offered as a prize, with many calling the state of affairs “dystopian”.
On Tuesday’s (6 September) episode,...
- 9/6/2022
- by Nicole Vassell
- The Independent - TV
Michael Bublé has admitted that he is “not loving” making music anymore and is “close” to quitting.
The “Haven’t Met You Yet” singer shares four children with wife Luisana Lopilato, the youngest of whom was born in August.
Appearing on Monday’s episode (5 September) of That Gaby Roslin Podcast, Bublé said that he was considering giving up music in order to be a full-time dad.
When Roslin said that she and Bublé “both love what we do”, he replied: “I think I’m not loving it as much as you are. I’m getting close to thinking maybe I can just go and be a dad,” he said.
“I have this picture in my head, of just me in a field with my kids and Ed Sheeran’s kids and we’re just hugging each other and picnicking and getting drunk.”
Returning to the topic later, Bublé said that...
The “Haven’t Met You Yet” singer shares four children with wife Luisana Lopilato, the youngest of whom was born in August.
Appearing on Monday’s episode (5 September) of That Gaby Roslin Podcast, Bublé said that he was considering giving up music in order to be a full-time dad.
When Roslin said that she and Bublé “both love what we do”, he replied: “I think I’m not loving it as much as you are. I’m getting close to thinking maybe I can just go and be a dad,” he said.
“I have this picture in my head, of just me in a field with my kids and Ed Sheeran’s kids and we’re just hugging each other and picnicking and getting drunk.”
Returning to the topic later, Bublé said that...
- 9/6/2022
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - Music
Joe Lycett has been criticised by a Tory MP in parliament following an interview in which the comedian claimed to be “extremely right wing”.
On Sunday (4 September), the comedian appeared on the first episode of Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, during which he cheered and shouted: “You smashed it, Liz,” following an interview with Liz Truss.
He then said: “I know there’s been criticism in The Mail on Sunday today about leftie liberal wokie comedians on the BBC. I’m actually very right wing and I love it. I thought she gave great clear answers. I know exactly what she’s up to.”
During Tuesday morning’s (6 September) digital, culture, media and support committee meeting in parliament, BBC director general Tim Davie was criticised by Conservative MP Steve Brine over the interview.
The politician, who represents Winchester, began by praising Kuenssberg and calling her “a fantastic journalist”.
“But I would...
On Sunday (4 September), the comedian appeared on the first episode of Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, during which he cheered and shouted: “You smashed it, Liz,” following an interview with Liz Truss.
He then said: “I know there’s been criticism in The Mail on Sunday today about leftie liberal wokie comedians on the BBC. I’m actually very right wing and I love it. I thought she gave great clear answers. I know exactly what she’s up to.”
During Tuesday morning’s (6 September) digital, culture, media and support committee meeting in parliament, BBC director general Tim Davie was criticised by Conservative MP Steve Brine over the interview.
The politician, who represents Winchester, began by praising Kuenssberg and calling her “a fantastic journalist”.
“But I would...
- 9/6/2022
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - TV
Colin Farrell’s new film, The Banshees of Inisherin, received a 13-minute standing ovation at its premiere.
The Irish actor appears in Martin McDonagh’s film, which premiered out of Venice Film Festival on Monday (5 September), alongside Brendan Gleeson, Barry Keoghan, and Kerry Condon.
According to Variety, McDonagh, Farrell, Gleeson, and Condon were met with the “longest and loudest reception” of any film that premiered at the festival this season.
It was speculated that this might have been in response to Farrell “who broke with tradition by wading into the crowd to take selfies with fans and sign autographs, which only made the cheering grow louder and more sustained”.
The Banshees of Inisherin is directed by Oscar winner McDonagh, who is behind films such as 2008’s In Bruges, which also stars Farrell and Gleeson, 2017’s Three Billboards Outside Missouri, and 2012’s Seven Psychopaths.
The film is described as a black...
The Irish actor appears in Martin McDonagh’s film, which premiered out of Venice Film Festival on Monday (5 September), alongside Brendan Gleeson, Barry Keoghan, and Kerry Condon.
According to Variety, McDonagh, Farrell, Gleeson, and Condon were met with the “longest and loudest reception” of any film that premiered at the festival this season.
It was speculated that this might have been in response to Farrell “who broke with tradition by wading into the crowd to take selfies with fans and sign autographs, which only made the cheering grow louder and more sustained”.
The Banshees of Inisherin is directed by Oscar winner McDonagh, who is behind films such as 2008’s In Bruges, which also stars Farrell and Gleeson, 2017’s Three Billboards Outside Missouri, and 2012’s Seven Psychopaths.
The film is described as a black...
- 9/6/2022
- by Annabel Nugent
- The Independent - Film
A retired couple were left in shock as their collection of rare banknotes fetched more than £51,000 on Cash in the Attic.
The Channel 5 show helps people try to sell potential hidden treasures from their homes at auction.
During Monday (5 September) night’s episode, former builder Vic Witt and his wife Janet appeared on the show with a collection of banknotes dating back to 1916 and 1918.
The couple explained that they discovered the money in a tin beneath some stairs while renovating their home in Beaminster, Dorset, 32 years ago.
Janet applied to appear on the show in the hope that the notes would sell for £3,000, allowing her to take 11 members of her family on holiday for their diamond wedding anniversary.
However, the couple were flabberghasted to see that the first note alone sold for £8,000, while three £5 notes with consecutive serial numbers were sold as one lot for £16,000.
On closer inspection, it...
The Channel 5 show helps people try to sell potential hidden treasures from their homes at auction.
During Monday (5 September) night’s episode, former builder Vic Witt and his wife Janet appeared on the show with a collection of banknotes dating back to 1916 and 1918.
The couple explained that they discovered the money in a tin beneath some stairs while renovating their home in Beaminster, Dorset, 32 years ago.
Janet applied to appear on the show in the hope that the notes would sell for £3,000, allowing her to take 11 members of her family on holiday for their diamond wedding anniversary.
However, the couple were flabberghasted to see that the first note alone sold for £8,000, while three £5 notes with consecutive serial numbers were sold as one lot for £16,000.
On closer inspection, it...
- 9/6/2022
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - TV
House of the Dragon star Steve Toussaint has said that he is “gutted” that showrunner Miguel Sapochnik is leaving the show after just one season.
The filmmaker, who directed many fan-favourite episodes of Game of Thrones such as “Battle of the Bastards” and “The Winds of Winter”, announced last week that he would not be returning to the prequel series for season two.
Co-creator Ryan Condal will now serve as the show’s sole showrunner.
Appearing on EW’s West of Westeros podcast, Toussaint, who plays Lord Corlys Velaryon in the spin-off series, said that he had been left “shocked” and “disappointed” by the news.
“We have this English phrase, ‘gutted’, and I was like, ‘Oh no,’” he explained.
“Ryan rang me, because I’ve been shooting something in Belgium. And so, I got a call from Ryan one night, just saying, ‘Listen, this is about to break. I want...
The filmmaker, who directed many fan-favourite episodes of Game of Thrones such as “Battle of the Bastards” and “The Winds of Winter”, announced last week that he would not be returning to the prequel series for season two.
Co-creator Ryan Condal will now serve as the show’s sole showrunner.
Appearing on EW’s West of Westeros podcast, Toussaint, who plays Lord Corlys Velaryon in the spin-off series, said that he had been left “shocked” and “disappointed” by the news.
“We have this English phrase, ‘gutted’, and I was like, ‘Oh no,’” he explained.
“Ryan rang me, because I’ve been shooting something in Belgium. And so, I got a call from Ryan one night, just saying, ‘Listen, this is about to break. I want...
- 9/6/2022
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - TV
Sir Cliff Richard has announced the forthcoming release of his first Christmas album in nearly 20 years.
Christmas with Cliff will drop one month before the holiday, on 25 November this year. The album is comprised of 13 tracks, including festive hits such as “Sleigh Ride” and “Jingle Bell Rock”, as well as new songs.
Richard, whose last Christmas album was released in 2003, credited producers Sam Hollander and Chris Walden for “guiding me through the ‘well known’ Christmas songs and freeing me to sing them my way,” in a statement.
He added: “They had differing approaches to the songs that I asked them to produce for me, and they gave this album the dynamics that I had hoped for.”
Ultimately, Richard concluded, the new album is “not just mine... it belongs to all of us involved in creating it”.
“I hope that we add a little something special to your Christmas season,” he said.
Christmas with Cliff will drop one month before the holiday, on 25 November this year. The album is comprised of 13 tracks, including festive hits such as “Sleigh Ride” and “Jingle Bell Rock”, as well as new songs.
Richard, whose last Christmas album was released in 2003, credited producers Sam Hollander and Chris Walden for “guiding me through the ‘well known’ Christmas songs and freeing me to sing them my way,” in a statement.
He added: “They had differing approaches to the songs that I asked them to produce for me, and they gave this album the dynamics that I had hoped for.”
Ultimately, Richard concluded, the new album is “not just mine... it belongs to all of us involved in creating it”.
“I hope that we add a little something special to your Christmas season,” he said.
- 9/6/2022
- by Maanya Sachdeva
- The Independent - Music
Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill” was 2022’s song of the summer, according to the Official Charts.
The singer’s 1985 hit experienced a resurgence this summer after it featured in a pivotal scene in Netflix’s Stranger Things.
“Running Up That Hill” is heard in the first episode of the Netflix series on Max Mayfield’s (Sadie Sink) Walkman and continues to be an important song for the character in subsequent episodes.
The track topped the UK charts 37 years after it was first released, marking the longest time a song has ever taken to reach UK No 1. It was also Bush’s first ever song to reach the Top 10 in the US.
According to the Official Charts, the song was streamed 86.6 million times between June and August, more than any other song.
“Running Up That Hill” was also the most downloaded song of the summer, with 42,000 sales.
According to earlier reports,...
The singer’s 1985 hit experienced a resurgence this summer after it featured in a pivotal scene in Netflix’s Stranger Things.
“Running Up That Hill” is heard in the first episode of the Netflix series on Max Mayfield’s (Sadie Sink) Walkman and continues to be an important song for the character in subsequent episodes.
The track topped the UK charts 37 years after it was first released, marking the longest time a song has ever taken to reach UK No 1. It was also Bush’s first ever song to reach the Top 10 in the US.
According to the Official Charts, the song was streamed 86.6 million times between June and August, more than any other song.
“Running Up That Hill” was also the most downloaded song of the summer, with 42,000 sales.
According to earlier reports,...
- 9/6/2022
- by Isobel Lewis
- The Independent - Music
Olivia Wilde’s stylist appears to have waded into the drama surrounding her director client and actor Florence Pugh.
Don’t Worry Darling premiered out of Venice Film Festival last night (5 September), receiving mixed reviews from critics.
The psychological thriller has been plagued by reports of behind-the-scenes tension, including a rumoured “falling out” between Wilde and Pugh, who plays the film’s lead.
Karla Welch, a Los Angeles-based stylist who frequently works with Wilde, has now shared a story on Instagram that appears to be a reference to the speculation.
“There’s always more to the story…” the stylist wrote, at the same time that reporting on the rumoured feud was escalating after Wilde addressed “gossip” during a press conference for the film, which Pugh was not present for.
The post was followed by other photos of Wilde at the festival, including one in which Welch is helping to style her...
Don’t Worry Darling premiered out of Venice Film Festival last night (5 September), receiving mixed reviews from critics.
The psychological thriller has been plagued by reports of behind-the-scenes tension, including a rumoured “falling out” between Wilde and Pugh, who plays the film’s lead.
Karla Welch, a Los Angeles-based stylist who frequently works with Wilde, has now shared a story on Instagram that appears to be a reference to the speculation.
“There’s always more to the story…” the stylist wrote, at the same time that reporting on the rumoured feud was escalating after Wilde addressed “gossip” during a press conference for the film, which Pugh was not present for.
The post was followed by other photos of Wilde at the festival, including one in which Welch is helping to style her...
- 9/6/2022
- by Annabel Nugent
- The Independent - Film
Olivia Wilde has addressed whether there has been a “falling out” between herself and Florence Pugh.
The director answered the question from a journalist during the Don’t Worry Darling press conference at the Venice International Film Festival.
Wilde was in attendance alongside stars Harry Styles, Gemma Chan, and Chris Pine. Its lead actor, Pugh, however, was absent.
News that Pugh would not be attending the panel came amid reports of a feud between herself and Wilde that have been ongoing since earlier this year.
“Can you just clear the air and address whether there has been a falling out there and if so why, because it’s something that people are discussing?” one reporter asked Wilde during the conference.
The director responded: “Florence is a force and we are so grateful that she is able to make it tonight despite being in production on Dune. I know as a...
The director answered the question from a journalist during the Don’t Worry Darling press conference at the Venice International Film Festival.
Wilde was in attendance alongside stars Harry Styles, Gemma Chan, and Chris Pine. Its lead actor, Pugh, however, was absent.
News that Pugh would not be attending the panel came amid reports of a feud between herself and Wilde that have been ongoing since earlier this year.
“Can you just clear the air and address whether there has been a falling out there and if so why, because it’s something that people are discussing?” one reporter asked Wilde during the conference.
The director responded: “Florence is a force and we are so grateful that she is able to make it tonight despite being in production on Dune. I know as a...
- 9/5/2022
- by Annabel Nugent
- The Independent - Film
Countdown star Susie Dent has shared an “exceptionally appropriate” word of the day ahead of the announcement of the UK’s new prime minister.
On Monday (5 September), Liz Truss is expected to be announced as the new prime minister after a six-week Tory leadership campaign.
Voting among the estimated 200,000 Tory members tasked with choosing Boris Johnson’s successor closed on Friday (2 September), and either the foreign secretary or Rishi Sunak will be declared the victor at 12.30pm by 1922 Committee chair Sir Graham Brady.
Ahead of the announcement, Countdown lexicographer Dent shared a “hilarious” choice for her word of the day.
“Word of the day is Zugwang [tzoog-tzwung],” wrote Dent on Twitter. “A situation in chess (and life) in which a move must be made, but each possible one will make the situation worse.”
It did not take long for fans to pick up on the apparent subtext of the tweet, which...
On Monday (5 September), Liz Truss is expected to be announced as the new prime minister after a six-week Tory leadership campaign.
Voting among the estimated 200,000 Tory members tasked with choosing Boris Johnson’s successor closed on Friday (2 September), and either the foreign secretary or Rishi Sunak will be declared the victor at 12.30pm by 1922 Committee chair Sir Graham Brady.
Ahead of the announcement, Countdown lexicographer Dent shared a “hilarious” choice for her word of the day.
“Word of the day is Zugwang [tzoog-tzwung],” wrote Dent on Twitter. “A situation in chess (and life) in which a move must be made, but each possible one will make the situation worse.”
It did not take long for fans to pick up on the apparent subtext of the tweet, which...
- 9/5/2022
- by Annabel Nugent
- The Independent - TV
Hairy Bikers star Dave Myers has said he “misses” his beard after losing it while undergoing chemotherapy.
The TV personality and chef shared an update on his cancer diagnosis during a chat with on-screen partner Si King.
“It’s the beard I miss, though,” Myers said during an episode of his podcast Agony Uncles, adding: “I was born with that beard.”
He added: ”I just miss having my beard – the feeling of it, because your skin’s different and all peachy. No, I want my beard back. I’m alright with my hair – I think the bald head and beard’s the way to go for a biker.”
He added that he’s “doing Ok under the circumstances”.
Myers first revealed his diagnosis on the podcast in May, telling listeners he would be taking a step back from filming and attending food festivals throughout the summer.
“Anyway Kingy, I’ve got to come clean now,...
The TV personality and chef shared an update on his cancer diagnosis during a chat with on-screen partner Si King.
“It’s the beard I miss, though,” Myers said during an episode of his podcast Agony Uncles, adding: “I was born with that beard.”
He added: ”I just miss having my beard – the feeling of it, because your skin’s different and all peachy. No, I want my beard back. I’m alright with my hair – I think the bald head and beard’s the way to go for a biker.”
He added that he’s “doing Ok under the circumstances”.
Myers first revealed his diagnosis on the podcast in May, telling listeners he would be taking a step back from filming and attending food festivals throughout the summer.
“Anyway Kingy, I’ve got to come clean now,...
- 9/5/2022
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - TV
Jason Isaacs and Tom Felton have given fans an adorable Malfoy family reunion.
The two stars – who played evil wizard Lucius Malfoy and his son, Draco, in the Harry Potter films – snapped a picture together over the weekend.
On Saturday (3 September), Isaacs went out to support his on-screen son, who is currently starring in the West End play, 2:22 A Ghost Story.
The play originally starred Lily Allen. You can read The Independent’s four-star review of Allen’s performance in 2:22 A Ghost Story here.
Both actors shared photos of the reunion to Instagram, with Isaacs stating how “proud” he was of Felton.
Isaacs wrote: “So proud and, along with the audience, thrilled to see my boy commanding the stage today, breaking hearts and filling pants.”
The 59-year-old continued to speak of Felton’s burgeoning music career, writing: “Equally terrifying, he’s recording music and has a book coming out too.
The two stars – who played evil wizard Lucius Malfoy and his son, Draco, in the Harry Potter films – snapped a picture together over the weekend.
On Saturday (3 September), Isaacs went out to support his on-screen son, who is currently starring in the West End play, 2:22 A Ghost Story.
The play originally starred Lily Allen. You can read The Independent’s four-star review of Allen’s performance in 2:22 A Ghost Story here.
Both actors shared photos of the reunion to Instagram, with Isaacs stating how “proud” he was of Felton.
Isaacs wrote: “So proud and, along with the audience, thrilled to see my boy commanding the stage today, breaking hearts and filling pants.”
The 59-year-old continued to speak of Felton’s burgeoning music career, writing: “Equally terrifying, he’s recording music and has a book coming out too.
- 9/5/2022
- by Annabel Nugent
- The Independent - Film
Sue Barker claims she turned down offer to return to A Question Of Sport after ‘insulting’ departure
Sue Barker has spoken out about her departure from A Question of Sport, claiming that she found the BBC’s handling of the situation “insulting”.
The popular broadcaster and former tennis player was the host of the sports trivia programme from 1997 until 2021. In September 2020, it was announced that she and team captains Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell would be leaving the programme.
Now titled Question of Sport, the show is currently presented by Paddy McGuinness, with team captains Sam Quek and Ugo Monye.
Barker will soon release an autobiography in which she discusses her life and career, including a declaration that she wishes she’d never “gone near” Cliff Richard, whom she dated in the 1980s.
She also reveals her feelings towards her departure from the show, after being told that the broadcaster was going in an alternative direction.
“I was sent a statement that the BBC wanted me to approve immediately,...
The popular broadcaster and former tennis player was the host of the sports trivia programme from 1997 until 2021. In September 2020, it was announced that she and team captains Matt Dawson and Phil Tufnell would be leaving the programme.
Now titled Question of Sport, the show is currently presented by Paddy McGuinness, with team captains Sam Quek and Ugo Monye.
Barker will soon release an autobiography in which she discusses her life and career, including a declaration that she wishes she’d never “gone near” Cliff Richard, whom she dated in the 1980s.
She also reveals her feelings towards her departure from the show, after being told that the broadcaster was going in an alternative direction.
“I was sent a statement that the BBC wanted me to approve immediately,...
- 9/5/2022
- by Nicole Vassell
- The Independent - TV
Sue Barker has revealed the “frustrating” reason she wishes she’d never “gone near” Cliff Richard, whom she dated in the 1980s.
The broadcaster, who had a brief romance with the “Summer Holiday” singer in 1981, has shared her frustrations with Richard for continuing to “harp on about me” 40 years on.
In a new book, an extract of which was shared on MailOnline, Barker, 66, wrote: “If someone had told me that my relationship with Cliff would last a few months but I’d still be hearing about it 40 years later, I wouldn’t have gone near him.”
She said that, despite remaining friends, “the only thing we fell out over was the fact he kept harping on about me in interviews”.
Barker revealed that, despite their time together being extremely brief, Richard, 81, would repeatedly provide the press with quotes that made their relationship seem more than it actually was. These included:...
The broadcaster, who had a brief romance with the “Summer Holiday” singer in 1981, has shared her frustrations with Richard for continuing to “harp on about me” 40 years on.
In a new book, an extract of which was shared on MailOnline, Barker, 66, wrote: “If someone had told me that my relationship with Cliff would last a few months but I’d still be hearing about it 40 years later, I wouldn’t have gone near him.”
She said that, despite remaining friends, “the only thing we fell out over was the fact he kept harping on about me in interviews”.
Barker revealed that, despite their time together being extremely brief, Richard, 81, would repeatedly provide the press with quotes that made their relationship seem more than it actually was. These included:...
- 9/4/2022
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - TV
Sue Barker has revealed the “frustrating” reason she wishes she’d never “gone near” Cliff Richard, whom she dated in the 1980s.
The broadcaster, who had a brief romance with the “Summer Holiday” singer in 1981, has shared her frustrations with Richard for continuing to “harp on about me” 40 years on.
In a new book, an extract of which was shared on MailOnline, Barker, 66, wrote: “If someone had told me that my relationship with Cliff would last a few months but I’d still be hearing about it 40 years later, I wouldn’t have gone near him.”
She said that, despite remaining friends, “the only thing we fell out over was the fact he kept harping on about me in interviews”.
Barker revealed that, despite their time together being extremely brief, Richard, 81, would repeatedly provide the press with quotes that made their relationship seem more than it actually was. These included:...
The broadcaster, who had a brief romance with the “Summer Holiday” singer in 1981, has shared her frustrations with Richard for continuing to “harp on about me” 40 years on.
In a new book, an extract of which was shared on MailOnline, Barker, 66, wrote: “If someone had told me that my relationship with Cliff would last a few months but I’d still be hearing about it 40 years later, I wouldn’t have gone near him.”
She said that, despite remaining friends, “the only thing we fell out over was the fact he kept harping on about me in interviews”.
Barker revealed that, despite their time together being extremely brief, Richard, 81, would repeatedly provide the press with quotes that made their relationship seem more than it actually was. These included:...
- 9/4/2022
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Music
Joe Lycett has left TV viewers in hysterics by claiming to be a “right-wing” Tory supporter while discussing politics on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg.
The comedian was on the latest episode of the BBC series (4 September) alongside former No 10 staffer Cleo Watson and Labour’s Emily Thornberry, and watched on as Kuenssberg interviewed Boris Johnson’s potential prime minister replacement, Liz Truss, live in the studio.
After Kuenssberg’s interview with Truss came to an end, Lycett could be heard cheering off-screen, shouting: “You smashed it, Liz!”
Lycett then proceeded to sarcastically share his candid thoughts about Truss and the Tory government, but joked they were not his own sentiments as he is “extremely right-wing”.
When asked what his “honest” thoughts were on Truss’s interview, he replied: “You said earlier I’m not left or right. I know there’s been criticism in the The Mail on Sunday today...
The comedian was on the latest episode of the BBC series (4 September) alongside former No 10 staffer Cleo Watson and Labour’s Emily Thornberry, and watched on as Kuenssberg interviewed Boris Johnson’s potential prime minister replacement, Liz Truss, live in the studio.
After Kuenssberg’s interview with Truss came to an end, Lycett could be heard cheering off-screen, shouting: “You smashed it, Liz!”
Lycett then proceeded to sarcastically share his candid thoughts about Truss and the Tory government, but joked they were not his own sentiments as he is “extremely right-wing”.
When asked what his “honest” thoughts were on Truss’s interview, he replied: “You said earlier I’m not left or right. I know there’s been criticism in the The Mail on Sunday today...
- 9/4/2022
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - TV
Dave Grohl fans were left in tears as the musician started crying during a Foo Fighters performance at the Taylor Hawkins tribute concert.
The fundraiser event was held in honour of the 50-year-old drummer, who was found dead in his Colombia hotel room in March.
Fans flocked to London’s Wembley Stadium for the six-hour long concert, which saw Grohl joined by many stars, including Paul McCartney, Liam Gallagher, Mark Ronson and Ted Lasso star Jason Sudeikis.
In the most memorable moment from the event, Hawkins’ 16-year-old son Oliver Shane “crushed” a performance of Foo Fighters track “My Hero” after drumming in his late dad’s spot.
It all got too much for Grohl, though, who was commended for his energy during what must have been an extremely challenging day.
He found himself overcome with emotion during a Foo Fighters performance of “Times Like These”.
Grohl broke down in tears...
The fundraiser event was held in honour of the 50-year-old drummer, who was found dead in his Colombia hotel room in March.
Fans flocked to London’s Wembley Stadium for the six-hour long concert, which saw Grohl joined by many stars, including Paul McCartney, Liam Gallagher, Mark Ronson and Ted Lasso star Jason Sudeikis.
In the most memorable moment from the event, Hawkins’ 16-year-old son Oliver Shane “crushed” a performance of Foo Fighters track “My Hero” after drumming in his late dad’s spot.
It all got too much for Grohl, though, who was commended for his energy during what must have been an extremely challenging day.
He found himself overcome with emotion during a Foo Fighters performance of “Times Like These”.
Grohl broke down in tears...
- 9/4/2022
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Music
Celebrity MasterChef viewers are accusing the BBC of “stitching up” contestant Ryan Thomas.
The latest episode of the cookery competition aired its semi-final episode on Friday (2 September).
Former Coronation Street star Thomas competed on the series against DJ Lisa Snowden and RuPaul’s Drag Race UK star Kitty Scott-Claus.
Thomas, 38, ended up being eliminated – a decision which surprised viewers and led t outcry on social media.
“I think Ryan‘s been stitched up here,” one fan wrote, adding: “Negative comments from Greg & John not deserved.“
Another viewer called it “a stupid decision”, stating that Thomas’s dishes were “better” than his fellow contestants’.
“Ryan‘s turn to be robbed tonight,” a viewer stated, with another fan saying the decision “was tough” on him as “he’s been amazing” throughout the series.
“What a stitch up!!” another fan agreed, adding: “He was the best in all the other challenges!”
Earlier this week,...
The latest episode of the cookery competition aired its semi-final episode on Friday (2 September).
Former Coronation Street star Thomas competed on the series against DJ Lisa Snowden and RuPaul’s Drag Race UK star Kitty Scott-Claus.
Thomas, 38, ended up being eliminated – a decision which surprised viewers and led t outcry on social media.
“I think Ryan‘s been stitched up here,” one fan wrote, adding: “Negative comments from Greg & John not deserved.“
Another viewer called it “a stupid decision”, stating that Thomas’s dishes were “better” than his fellow contestants’.
“Ryan‘s turn to be robbed tonight,” a viewer stated, with another fan saying the decision “was tough” on him as “he’s been amazing” throughout the series.
“What a stitch up!!” another fan agreed, adding: “He was the best in all the other challenges!”
Earlier this week,...
- 9/4/2022
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - TV
Sue Barker has revealed the “frustrating” reason she wishes she’d never “gone near” Cliff Richard, whom she dated in the 1980s.
The broadcaster, who had a brief romance with the “Summer Holiday” singer in 1981, has shared her frustrations with Richard for continuing to “harp on about me” 40 years on.
In a new book, an extract of which was shared on MailOnline, Barker, 66, wrote: “If someone had told me that my relationship with Cliff would last a few months but I’d still be hearing about it 40 years later, I wouldn’t have gone near him.”
She said that, despite remaining friends, “the only thing we fell out over was the fact he kept harping on about me in interviews”.
Barker revealed that, despite their time together being extremely brief, Richard, 81, would repeatedly provide the press with quotes that made their relationship seem more than it actually was. These included:...
The broadcaster, who had a brief romance with the “Summer Holiday” singer in 1981, has shared her frustrations with Richard for continuing to “harp on about me” 40 years on.
In a new book, an extract of which was shared on MailOnline, Barker, 66, wrote: “If someone had told me that my relationship with Cliff would last a few months but I’d still be hearing about it 40 years later, I wouldn’t have gone near him.”
She said that, despite remaining friends, “the only thing we fell out over was the fact he kept harping on about me in interviews”.
Barker revealed that, despite their time together being extremely brief, Richard, 81, would repeatedly provide the press with quotes that made their relationship seem more than it actually was. These included:...
- 9/3/2022
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - TV
Sue Barker has revealed the “frustrating” reason she wishes she’d never “gone near” Cliff Richard, whom she dated in the 1980s.
The broadcaster, who had a brief romance with the “Summer Holiday” singer in 1981, has shared her frustrations with Richard for continuing to “harp on about me” 40 years on.
In a new book, an extract of which was shared on MailOnline, Barker, 66, wrote: “If someone had told me that my relationship with Cliff would last a few months but I’d still be hearing about it 40 years later, I wouldn’t have gone near him.”
She said that, despite remaining friends, “the only thing we fell out over was the fact he kept harping on about me in interviews”.
Barker revealed that, despite their time together being extremely brief, Richard, 81, would repeatedly provide the press with quotes that made their relationship seem more than it actually was. These included:...
The broadcaster, who had a brief romance with the “Summer Holiday” singer in 1981, has shared her frustrations with Richard for continuing to “harp on about me” 40 years on.
In a new book, an extract of which was shared on MailOnline, Barker, 66, wrote: “If someone had told me that my relationship with Cliff would last a few months but I’d still be hearing about it 40 years later, I wouldn’t have gone near him.”
She said that, despite remaining friends, “the only thing we fell out over was the fact he kept harping on about me in interviews”.
Barker revealed that, despite their time together being extremely brief, Richard, 81, would repeatedly provide the press with quotes that made their relationship seem more than it actually was. These included:...
- 9/3/2022
- by Jacob Stolworthy
- The Independent - Music
This year’s Wimbledon tennis tournament will see the end of an era. No, Roger Federer has not announced he will be zipping up his racquet – instead, the BBC’s veteran presenter Sue Barker has confirmed she will be hanging up her microphone after 30 years.
Barker has revealed her 2022 duties fronting the coverage from the Grand Slam tournament in south-west London will be her last.
The presenter was previously one of Britain’s more successful women players, winning the French Open in 1976 and reaching the Wimbledon semi-final the following year. She joined the presenting team for the British tournament in 1993 and since 2000 has anchored the network’s broadcast.
The BBC had offered Barker a three-year extension to her contract, but she has decided to step down following the death of her mother earlier this year.
She told the Daily Mail of her decision: “Basically I just feel the time is right.
Barker has revealed her 2022 duties fronting the coverage from the Grand Slam tournament in south-west London will be her last.
The presenter was previously one of Britain’s more successful women players, winning the French Open in 1976 and reaching the Wimbledon semi-final the following year. She joined the presenting team for the British tournament in 1993 and since 2000 has anchored the network’s broadcast.
The BBC had offered Barker a three-year extension to her contract, but she has decided to step down following the death of her mother earlier this year.
She told the Daily Mail of her decision: “Basically I just feel the time is right.
- 6/10/2022
- by Caroline Frost
- Deadline Film + TV
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Matt Smith called head honchos at the BBC before the newest Doctor was announced, begging to know who was being cast in the role...
Very few people can call up the BBC, beg to find out who the latest Doctor will be, and get an answer, but one of the people who can - and did - was former Doctor Matt Smith.
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“I was literally – I was phoning people high up at the BBC going ‘you have to tell me who it is," he told a gathered crowd at Boston Comic-Con last weekend, adding that he had joked "'There’s a week to go, I want to know. I have a right to know.'"
You can watch that section of his Comic-Con appearance below.
Matt Smith called head honchos at the BBC before the newest Doctor was announced, begging to know who was being cast in the role...
Very few people can call up the BBC, beg to find out who the latest Doctor will be, and get an answer, but one of the people who can - and did - was former Doctor Matt Smith.
See related Marvel's Defenders: episode 1 nerdy spots and Easter Eggs The Defenders: recapping Netflix's Marvel universe so far Marvel's The Defenders: spoiler-free review
“I was literally – I was phoning people high up at the BBC going ‘you have to tell me who it is," he told a gathered crowd at Boston Comic-Con last weekend, adding that he had joked "'There’s a week to go, I want to know. I have a right to know.'"
You can watch that section of his Comic-Con appearance below.
- 7/17/2017
- Den of Geek
Kate Middleton couldn't look more excited as she attended the opening day of Wimbledon in London on Monday. After meeting with boys and girls from the All England Lawn Tennis Club, the mother of Prince George and Princess Charlotte settled down in the royal box to watch the matches. Sporting a new haircut and a polka dot dress, Kate flashed a huge grin as she cheered on the tennis players at the event. Aside from mingling with Aeltc chairman Philip Brook in between shots, she also scored a seat in front of English actor Dominic Cooper. It's no secret that Kate has always been an avid fan of tennis. In addition to playing the sport while attending St Andrews, Kate revealed during a BBC documentary that when she was eight months pregnant with George, she begged her doctor to let her go to Wimbledon but he "banned" her from attending,...
- 7/3/2017
- by Kelsie Gibson
- Popsugar.com
Princess Kate‘s love of tennis runs in the family!
In a new documentary for BBC One, the athletic royal, who has a tennis court at her country home of Anmer Hall, admits both she and her mother, Carole Middleton, are inspired by tennis greats.
“Every time Wimbledon is on I am there thinking, ‘Yes, I could do the same’ and get out the racket. Sadly, never the same results!” she says in Sue Barker: Our Wimbledon, which airs on BBC One on July 2.
She also revealed who her mother’s favorite tennis star is — someone who came to...
In a new documentary for BBC One, the athletic royal, who has a tennis court at her country home of Anmer Hall, admits both she and her mother, Carole Middleton, are inspired by tennis greats.
“Every time Wimbledon is on I am there thinking, ‘Yes, I could do the same’ and get out the racket. Sadly, never the same results!” she says in Sue Barker: Our Wimbledon, which airs on BBC One on July 2.
She also revealed who her mother’s favorite tennis star is — someone who came to...
- 6/29/2017
- by Simon Perry
- PEOPLE.com
Wimbledon: BBC One, 1pm
BBC provides live coverage of the women's singles final.
Sue Barker hosts as Serena Williams and Garbine Muguruza take to Centre Court in a fight to take home the Wimbledon champion title.
T in the Park: BBC Three, 8pm
With more live coverage from Strathallan Castle, BBC Three presents performances from today's biggest stars.
Tonight's Highlights include performances on the main stage from Jessie J and George Ezra.
Cordon: BBC Four, 9pm
The quarantine has been running for 12 days, but there are hints of a breakdown on the horizon.
The Lommers take drastic action, and Jokke struggles against the black markets. Meanwhile, Katja wonders whether Dr Cannaerts will ever make the deaths of his staff public.
Game of Thrones: Sky Atlantic, 9pm
After a finale that has left fans crazy for season six, Sky Atlantic offers temporary relief to impatient Game of Thrones devotees...
BBC provides live coverage of the women's singles final.
Sue Barker hosts as Serena Williams and Garbine Muguruza take to Centre Court in a fight to take home the Wimbledon champion title.
T in the Park: BBC Three, 8pm
With more live coverage from Strathallan Castle, BBC Three presents performances from today's biggest stars.
Tonight's Highlights include performances on the main stage from Jessie J and George Ezra.
Cordon: BBC Four, 9pm
The quarantine has been running for 12 days, but there are hints of a breakdown on the horizon.
The Lommers take drastic action, and Jokke struggles against the black markets. Meanwhile, Katja wonders whether Dr Cannaerts will ever make the deaths of his staff public.
Game of Thrones: Sky Atlantic, 9pm
After a finale that has left fans crazy for season six, Sky Atlantic offers temporary relief to impatient Game of Thrones devotees...
- 7/11/2015
- Digital Spy
Andy Murray recorded his 42nd win at Wimbledon yesterday (June 30), and also marked his 10th year at the biggest tennis tournament in the world.
There have been many stories of triumph, tears and tantrums since making his debut as a gawky teenager in 2005, peaking at his incredible win eight years later in July 2013. Here's a look back at his decade of putting us through the emotional wringer each summer.
2005
Result: Third round
Hair level: Scruffy but short
The year after triumphing at the Junior Us Open, Murray had won his first senior matches at Queens just two weeks before his first Grand Slam. It was truly the changing of the guard as Tim Henman lost in the second round, the first time he failed to get to the second week since 1995.
Despite the presence of Sean Connery in the crowd, Murray's inexperience wasn't enough to beat David Nalbandian in a thrilling five-setter.
There have been many stories of triumph, tears and tantrums since making his debut as a gawky teenager in 2005, peaking at his incredible win eight years later in July 2013. Here's a look back at his decade of putting us through the emotional wringer each summer.
2005
Result: Third round
Hair level: Scruffy but short
The year after triumphing at the Junior Us Open, Murray had won his first senior matches at Queens just two weeks before his first Grand Slam. It was truly the changing of the guard as Tim Henman lost in the second round, the first time he failed to get to the second week since 1995.
Despite the presence of Sean Connery in the crowd, Murray's inexperience wasn't enough to beat David Nalbandian in a thrilling five-setter.
- 7/1/2015
- Digital Spy
Andy Roddick is the latest tennis ace to join the BBC commentary lineup for its annual Wimbledon coverage.
The three-time Wimbledon finalist will join the likes of Tim Henman and John McEnroe as the BBC broadcasts the two-week competition from June 29 to July 12.
Sue Barker will once again host the main coverage of the tournament on BBC One and BBC Two, while Clare Balding will host a new evening highlights show called Wimbledon 2Day every night on BBC Two.
Seven-time Grand Slam champion Justine Henin has also joined the BBC Radio 5 Live team.
The BBC will make up to 15 televised courts available to watch live online, on the Red Button or on connected TV.
Roddick said of his new role: "I'm honoured to join the BBC team for Wimbledon. The Championships will always have a special place in my heart, and I'm excited to come back to cover them."
Andy Murray...
The three-time Wimbledon finalist will join the likes of Tim Henman and John McEnroe as the BBC broadcasts the two-week competition from June 29 to July 12.
Sue Barker will once again host the main coverage of the tournament on BBC One and BBC Two, while Clare Balding will host a new evening highlights show called Wimbledon 2Day every night on BBC Two.
Seven-time Grand Slam champion Justine Henin has also joined the BBC Radio 5 Live team.
The BBC will make up to 15 televised courts available to watch live online, on the Red Button or on connected TV.
Roddick said of his new role: "I'm honoured to join the BBC team for Wimbledon. The Championships will always have a special place in my heart, and I'm excited to come back to cover them."
Andy Murray...
- 6/9/2015
- Digital Spy
BBC Two is celebrating their long history of showcasing the world of British sports with “50 Golden Years of Sport on BBC Two.” The television special, which will air Dec. 7, will feature presenter Sue Barker as she details BBC Two’s tradition of highlighting athletic prowess. Here’s more about the special: “Celebrating 50 years of BBC Two sport, this documentary looks back at the origins of sporting coverage on the channel including a look at the creation of iconic brands such as Match of the Day, Ski Sunday and Pot Black. Also featuring highlights from some of the greatest sporting moments broadcast on BBC Two, including the 1985 snooker World [ Read More ]
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- 12/4/2014
- by monique
- ShockYa
The full list of ten nominees in line for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award has been announced.
Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton, Welsh footballer Gareth Bale and boxer Carl Froch are among the stars competing for the title this year.
Dressage gold medallist Charlotte Dujardin, golfer Rory McIlroy, long-distance runner Jo Pavey, swimmer Adam Peaty, gymnast Max Whitlock, skeleton racer Lizzy Yarnold, and Paralympic skier Kelly Gallagher and guide Charlotte Evans will also go up for the public vote.
Last year's winner was Andy Murray, after he became the first British tennis player to win a Wimbledon men's singles title since 1936.
Gary Lineker, Clare Balding and Gabby Logan will return to host this year's ceremony, after succeeding Sue Barker in the role last year.
The 2014 BBC Sports Personality of the Year ceremony will be broadcast live on BBC One on Sunday, December 14 at 7pm. Voting takes place on the night,...
Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton, Welsh footballer Gareth Bale and boxer Carl Froch are among the stars competing for the title this year.
Dressage gold medallist Charlotte Dujardin, golfer Rory McIlroy, long-distance runner Jo Pavey, swimmer Adam Peaty, gymnast Max Whitlock, skeleton racer Lizzy Yarnold, and Paralympic skier Kelly Gallagher and guide Charlotte Evans will also go up for the public vote.
Last year's winner was Andy Murray, after he became the first British tennis player to win a Wimbledon men's singles title since 1936.
Gary Lineker, Clare Balding and Gabby Logan will return to host this year's ceremony, after succeeding Sue Barker in the role last year.
The 2014 BBC Sports Personality of the Year ceremony will be broadcast live on BBC One on Sunday, December 14 at 7pm. Voting takes place on the night,...
- 11/24/2014
- Digital Spy
Wimbledon 2014: BBC One, 1pm
Sue Barker presents live coverage of the men's singles final, which sees tennis titans Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer going head-to-head for the title.
Can Djokovic take his second Wimbledon title, or will Federer surpass Pete Sampras and William Renshaw by clocking up a record-breaking eighth men's singles crown at the All England Club?
Common: BBC One, 9pm
Multi-award-winning writer Jimmy McGovern's latest film, based on the UK's joint enterprise law.
17-year-old Johnjo (Nico Mirallegro) gives his friends a lift to a pizza parlour, when things soon get out of hand and an innocent bystander is fatally stabbed. Despite being in the car the whole time, Johnjo finds himself charged with murder, along with everyone else.
The Nation's Favourite Motown Song: ITV, 9pm
Craig Charles counts down Motown's greatest hits, as voted for by the British public.
Featuring music from Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross,...
Sue Barker presents live coverage of the men's singles final, which sees tennis titans Novak Djokovic and Roger Federer going head-to-head for the title.
Can Djokovic take his second Wimbledon title, or will Federer surpass Pete Sampras and William Renshaw by clocking up a record-breaking eighth men's singles crown at the All England Club?
Common: BBC One, 9pm
Multi-award-winning writer Jimmy McGovern's latest film, based on the UK's joint enterprise law.
17-year-old Johnjo (Nico Mirallegro) gives his friends a lift to a pizza parlour, when things soon get out of hand and an innocent bystander is fatally stabbed. Despite being in the car the whole time, Johnjo finds himself charged with murder, along with everyone else.
The Nation's Favourite Motown Song: ITV, 9pm
Craig Charles counts down Motown's greatest hits, as voted for by the British public.
Featuring music from Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross,...
- 7/6/2014
- Digital Spy
Modern Family: Sky Atlantic, 8.30pm
Part two of the season finale sees Mitch (Jesse Tyler Ferguson) and Cam's (Eric Stonestreet) big day beset by one disaster after another.
Pepper (Nathan Lane) manages to find the couple a new venue, only to be kicked out once again, leaving the only option to hold the ceremony at home.
Meanwhile, Claire (Julie Bowen) is injured courtesy of a Phil-induced (Ty Burrell) fall in the shower, and Lily (Aubrey Anderson-Emmons) struggles to solve a petal-related problem. Elizabeth Banks guest stars.
About a Boy: Sky1, 9pm
Season one draws to a close as Will (David Walton) is left heartbroken when girlfriend Sam (Adrianne Palicki) announces she has a new job in New York, until she later asks him to go with her.
Will now has to deal with breaking the news to Fiona (Minnie Driver) and Marcus (Benjamin Stockham), which proves harder than he thought.
Part two of the season finale sees Mitch (Jesse Tyler Ferguson) and Cam's (Eric Stonestreet) big day beset by one disaster after another.
Pepper (Nathan Lane) manages to find the couple a new venue, only to be kicked out once again, leaving the only option to hold the ceremony at home.
Meanwhile, Claire (Julie Bowen) is injured courtesy of a Phil-induced (Ty Burrell) fall in the shower, and Lily (Aubrey Anderson-Emmons) struggles to solve a petal-related problem. Elizabeth Banks guest stars.
About a Boy: Sky1, 9pm
Season one draws to a close as Will (David Walton) is left heartbroken when girlfriend Sam (Adrianne Palicki) announces she has a new job in New York, until she later asks him to go with her.
Will now has to deal with breaking the news to Fiona (Minnie Driver) and Marcus (Benjamin Stockham), which proves harder than he thought.
- 6/23/2014
- Digital Spy
The BBC has announced details of its Wimbledon 2014 coverage.
2013 ladies champion Marion Bartoli will join the commentary team, along with British number one Laura Robson, who sits out this year's tournament due to injury.
The 2014 tournament takes place from June 23 to July 6, with coverage on BBC television, radio and digital.
Sue Barker will once again lead the TV coverage of BBC One and Two, while Clare Balding will present on BBC Radio 5 Live.
Jimmy Connors returns to the BBC TV lineup, along with regulars including Tim Henman, John McEnroe, Pat Cash, Lindsay Davenport, Tracy Austin, Martina Navratilova, John Lloyd and Virginia Wade.
John Inverdale will return to host the nightly Today at Wimbledon show on BBC Two.
There will be up to 12 live streams on the red button and online, more than ever before.
Andy Murray will also write a regular column in the leadup to the tournament, as he...
2013 ladies champion Marion Bartoli will join the commentary team, along with British number one Laura Robson, who sits out this year's tournament due to injury.
The 2014 tournament takes place from June 23 to July 6, with coverage on BBC television, radio and digital.
Sue Barker will once again lead the TV coverage of BBC One and Two, while Clare Balding will present on BBC Radio 5 Live.
Jimmy Connors returns to the BBC TV lineup, along with regulars including Tim Henman, John McEnroe, Pat Cash, Lindsay Davenport, Tracy Austin, Martina Navratilova, John Lloyd and Virginia Wade.
John Inverdale will return to host the nightly Today at Wimbledon show on BBC Two.
There will be up to 12 live streams on the red button and online, more than ever before.
Andy Murray will also write a regular column in the leadup to the tournament, as he...
- 6/3/2014
- Digital Spy
Jason Manford is returning to the BBC four years after he resigned from 'The One Show' following an internet sex scandal. The 32-year-old comedian - who confessed to exchanging a string of sexually explicit texts and photos with women he met online during his marriage to his ex-wife Catherine - has signed up to host a spin-off of sports-themed quiz show, 'A Question of Sport'. The father-of-three will be joined by team captains, former rugby union star Matt Dawson and ex-cricketer Phill Tufnell, on 'A Question of Sport: Super Saturday', which will be a companion to the Sue Barker-fronted original...
- 5/14/2014
- Virgin Media - TV
BBC Two has announced a series of special programmes to mark its 50th anniversary.
The channel celebrates the milestone on April 20, and will broadcast several one-off programmes featuring the likes of Dara Ó Briain and Sue Barker.
Earlier today (March 19), it was announced that Harry Enfield and Paul Whitehouse will star in a spoof look back at the history of the channel in The Story of the Twos, while there will also be a one-off Goodness Gracious Me reunion.
Ó Briain will host All About Two, a 90-minute quiz and celebration of BBC Two. Pointless star Richard Osman will reveal facts and figures, while celebrity teams and special guests will also appear.
50 Years Of BBC Two Comedy will look back at the channel's biggest comedy programmes and performers, including Fawlty Towers, Spike Milligan, Shooting Stars, The Office, Victoria Wood, and The Fast Show.
The two-hour special will feature Armando Iannucci,...
The channel celebrates the milestone on April 20, and will broadcast several one-off programmes featuring the likes of Dara Ó Briain and Sue Barker.
Earlier today (March 19), it was announced that Harry Enfield and Paul Whitehouse will star in a spoof look back at the history of the channel in The Story of the Twos, while there will also be a one-off Goodness Gracious Me reunion.
Ó Briain will host All About Two, a 90-minute quiz and celebration of BBC Two. Pointless star Richard Osman will reveal facts and figures, while celebrity teams and special guests will also appear.
50 Years Of BBC Two Comedy will look back at the channel's biggest comedy programmes and performers, including Fawlty Towers, Spike Milligan, Shooting Stars, The Office, Victoria Wood, and The Fast Show.
The two-hour special will feature Armando Iannucci,...
- 3/19/2014
- Digital Spy
David Coleman, veteran BBC sports broadcaster, has passed away at the age of 87.
With a career spanning over 50 years, Coleman was beloved for his enthusiastic style of sports commentating during 11 Olympic Games and six World Cups.
Digital Spy brings you some of Coleman's most memorable broadcasting moments below:
Liverpool vs Newcastle United, 1974 'Goals pay the rent'
While Coleman was known for sticking his foot in his mouth from time to time (eventually known in the commentating world as the 'Colemanball'), the broadcaster was also beloved for his colourful commentary, as demonstrated by his comment on Kevin Keegan's winning goal in a 1974 Liverpool vs Newcastle United game.
David Coleman meets Barry Watson, Montreal Olympics, 1976
Aside from being a commentator and sports news presenter, Coleman was also an adept sports interviewer. In this video from the 1976 Montreal Olympics, he impressively keeps up a conversation with athlete Barry Watson while running down a hill.
With a career spanning over 50 years, Coleman was beloved for his enthusiastic style of sports commentating during 11 Olympic Games and six World Cups.
Digital Spy brings you some of Coleman's most memorable broadcasting moments below:
Liverpool vs Newcastle United, 1974 'Goals pay the rent'
While Coleman was known for sticking his foot in his mouth from time to time (eventually known in the commentating world as the 'Colemanball'), the broadcaster was also beloved for his colourful commentary, as demonstrated by his comment on Kevin Keegan's winning goal in a 1974 Liverpool vs Newcastle United game.
David Coleman meets Barry Watson, Montreal Olympics, 1976
Aside from being a commentator and sports news presenter, Coleman was also an adept sports interviewer. In this video from the 1976 Montreal Olympics, he impressively keeps up a conversation with athlete Barry Watson while running down a hill.
- 12/21/2013
- Digital Spy
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