Succession’s Matthew Macfadyen in line to play spy Smiley
Succession star Matthew Macfadyen is set to play writer John le Carré’s fictional spy George Smiley in a new TV series, Variety has reported. Legacy of Spies is “currently in…
Lizzo makes comeback after ‘dark’ time amid legal battles
Lizzo has played her first live show for nearly two years, telling fans she came though a “dark depression” after being sued and accused of harassment by three of her…
Donatella defied the doubters – what’s next for her and Versace?
As Donatella Versace steps down from designing after 27 years at the helm of the Italian brand, the fashion world has been reflecting on her achievements and what this means…
Ted Lasso returns to TV for fourth series
Emmy Award-winning Ted Lasso is returning to TV for a fourth series, Apple TV+ has revealed. Its US star Jason Sudeikis is back in the role of Ted, who coaches…
Legendary Russian composer Gubaidulina dies in Germany
Legendary avant-garde composer Sofia Gubaidulina has died in Germany, where she spent more than 30 years of her life after the break-up of the Soviet Union. Gubaidulina, who was 93,…
Man who stalked Cheryl jailed for 16 weeks
A man who stalked Girls Aloud singer Cheryl Tweedy has been jailed for 16 weeks after leaving the pop star “terrified” when he turned up at her home again. Daniel…
BBC presenters settle sex and age discrimination dispute
Four female news presenters have agreed a settlement in a dispute with the BBC over claims including sex and age discrimination. Martine Croxall, Annita McVeigh, Karin Giannone and Kasia Madera…
Cantona turns spotlight on fans in art exhibition
Eric Cantona is to give football fans a taste of what it feels like to be in the spotlight as part of a new art exhibition created by players about…
Donald Trump’s niece in Hay Festival line up
Donald Trump’s niece has been announced as part of the line-up of this year’s Hay Festival. Mary Trump is expected to give an insight into her family, including her US…
David Kushner cancels tour following mental health struggles
David Kushner has announced he is cancelling the remainder of his UK and Europe tour. It follows the Daylight singer opening up about his mental health struggles which led to…