AMC Studios Opens Writers Room For ‘Lives of the Mayfair Witches’ Series In Anne Rice Universe Expansion

If you have not watched the season 2 finale of Love Is Blind, bookmark this for later or proceed with caution. In Friday's finale of Love Is Blind season 2, the question was not whether love was actually blind, but rather whether love was enough to get these six couples to the altar and willing to say their «I dos» in front of friends and family. There were success stories, a few shockers, plenty of heartbreak, and some dinner reservations at Nobu made. Here's where all the couples ended up at the end of the season 2 finale: The couple was all nerves as their wedding day approached with Danielle saying in an aside interview that they discussed what they were going to say that morning and were «still not on the same page,» adding that Nick seemed to think she wasn't ready while noting that she wanted Nick «to be my husband more than anything.» While preparing to walk down the aisle, Nick described himself as «back and forth, up and down, left and right.»When it came time for them to head to the altar, Nick was a literal puddle of sweat, with it soaking through his gray suit as he squinted down the aisle to his nervous bride. They read out their own vows and when it came time to decide if they would become husband and wife, they surprisingly both agreed despite Nick's dramatic sigh at the end of the penultimate episode. «I have no question whatsoever that you are the person I'm supposed to be with,» Nick tells Danielle.

Olivia and Alex Bowen have flew to Tenerife for a luxurious babymoon, and the pair's hotel is seriously lavish. Love Island stars Alex, 30, and Olivia, 28, have shared a series of clips and snaps on Instagram showing off their incredible suite at the Royal River Luxury Hotel, which includes a private pool. Mum-to-be Olivia, who recently admitted she's "internally screaming" about becoming a parent for the first time, took to social media to share a sweet selfie of her and her husband, as they got boarded their flight.

Hollyoaks actress Jennifer Metcalfe has lit up screens in her role as Mercedes McQueen since 2008.The 38-year-old's long run has established her as a much loved soap legend and one of the most familiar faces in the village. Having been involved in some of the show's most dramatic storylines, viewers might be surprised to hear that Jennifer's own life has been equally action packed. From shock splits to becoming a single Mum following a traumatic birth, let's take a look at Jennifer's life off screen...

Ahead of his new talk show launch, former Good Morning Britain presenter Piers Morgan has been partying Down Under.The opinionated journalist, 56, left British soil to attend Sky New Australia’s 25th anniversary party at the Sydney Opera House. Piers took to Twitter on Thursday, sharing a snap of himself on Australia’s Today programme.

The exclusive Lanesborough hotel is the focal point of a new BBC factual entertainment show about some of the most opulent overnight stays in the UK. A single night in the 5* A list approved property can set you back almost £30,000, which is more than most Brits earn in a year.The hotel can be found Hyde Park in Knightsbridge, a stone's throw from Buckingham Palace, and is popular with the rich and famous looking for luxury in the capital.

AnnaLynne McCord has been mocked online after sharing a poem she wrote and performed for president Vladimir Putin.The 90210 star, who played the role of Naomi Clark in the hit TV series, took to her Twitter feed to share a clip of herself reading the bizarre poem for her 199,500 followers to see. "Dear president Vladimir Putin," the video started as she sat with a grey short-sleeved turtle neck while her blonde wavy mane framed her makeup-free face. She continued: "I'm so sorry that I was not your mother.

As this week's guest on The Record Club with Bowers & Wilkins, Foxes sat down with DJ and presenter Jess Iszatt to discuss the stories behind her recently-released third album, The Kick.

Megan Thee Stallion has filed a lawsuit against her record label 1501 Certified Entertainment that accuses the label of attempting to keep her locked into her deal by not considering her 2021 release Something for Thee Hotties an "album," Billboard and Pitchfork report. The complaint was filed last Friday (February 18) in Harris County District Court and names 1501 Certified Entertainment, LLC as the sole defendant.

Naman Ramachandran The world of soccer has responded to the Russian invasion of Ukraine with marquee event UEFA Men’s Champions League final moved from Saint Petersburg to Stade de France in Saint-Denis, Paris. The UEFA Executive Committee held an extraordinary meeting on Friday, “following the grave escalation of the security situation in Europe,” the UEFA said in a statement.

EXCLUSIVE: Discovery UK & Nordics Boss James Gibbons has talked up the potential BT Sport JV as being an effective marketing tool for the media company’s deep content catalog, allowing subs to “come for the sport, stay for the rest.”

As the people of Ukraine wake up to the reality of war, many of the country’s top filmmakers and industry professionals have issued statements pleading for international intervention.

UEFA have voted to move this season's Champions League final to Paris as a result of Russia making the decision to invade Ukraine in the early hours of Thursday morning.

Bolton Wanderers have been boosted by the impending return to the team of captain Ricardo Almeida Santos.

Russia's Civil Aviation Authority has banned all UK flights to and over the country.

A multi-story apartment building was hit by a rocket in Kyiv on Friday (25 February), injuring at least three people.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has played down the fact that his side have two games in hand on Manchester United in the race for a top-four finish after moving to within one point of them in the Premier League table.

Holly Willoughby is no different. Taking to her social media pages on Friday, the This Morning host revealed she was stuck for answers as her children asked about the conflict.MORE: Strictly's Motsi Mabuse inundated with support after heartbreaking message"How do I explain this to my children… I was asked questions last night I didn't have the answers for… [broken heart emoji]," the doting mum-of-three remarked.WATCH: Holly Willoughby breaks down in tears on This MorningHolly shares two sons and a daughter with her husband Dan Baldwin.

Mitski has requested that fans stop filming “entire songs or whole sets” at her shows in a statement on social media.The Japanese-American artist is currently out on the road in the US in support of her acclaimed sixth album ‘Laurel Hell’, which came out on February 4. She played in Houston, Texas last night (February 24) and is due to perform in Dallas this evening (25).Ahead of resuming her headline tour, Mitski took to Twitter yesterday to post a “note” in which she asked audience members to be considerate about their mobile phone habits at gigs.“Hello! I wanted to speak with you about phones at shows,” she began.

Rosalía has shared another striking preview of her forthcoming third album, ‘Motomami’: a simple, yet infectious and punchy dancehall tune titled ‘Chicken Teriyaki’.Over a thumping beat and rhythm shaped around modulated vocal samples, Rosalía quips about her extravagant lifestyle, jetting to New York to stock up on jewellery – specifically “a chain that will make [her] go broken like Naomi [Campbell] in the ‘90s” – and sending roses to her suitress.The track arrives alongside a video primed for TikTok dances – fitting, as the single was initially teased on Rosalía’s personal account. In the clip, Rosalía is joined by a group of professional dancers, who she leads in a series of choreographed routines.Take a look at the ‘Chicken Teriyaki’ video below:‘Chicken Teriyaki’ comes as the third song shared from ‘Motomami’, following ‘La Fama’ (featuring The Weeknd) last November and ‘Saoko’ earlier this month.

Bob Vylan have shared a new single called ‘Health Is Wealth’ – you can listen to it below.The song is the latest preview of the London duo’s upcoming album ‘Bob Vylan Presents The Price Of Life’, which is due to arrive on April 22 via their own Ghost Theatre label. Pre-order/pre-save it here.Explaining the meaning behind their latest track, the group said in a statement: “It’s becoming harder and harder for people to eat… Full stop.

Rangers legend Ally McCoist landed in hot water over a referee rant during his old club's Europa League win over German giants Borussia Dortmund at Ibrox, after being told off by his mum.

Fed up residents in a Lanarkshire street are calling for action to be taken on flooding problems.

Boris Johnson has been told by the Ukraine President his package of sanctions against Vladimir Putin do not go far enough.

Nothing lasts forever.

Livingston Football Club assistant manager Marvin Bartley has got two ringside tickets worth £250 each for tomorrow's Josh Taylor fight up for grabs.

AMC is behind a series adaptation of the Anne Rice novel “Interview With The Vampire” that had been previously turned into a feature film from 1994 that starred Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, a young Kirsten Dunst, Christian Slater, and Antonio Banderas. Now, Variety reports that British actor Jacob Anderson has secured the leading role of Louis in the show.

Game of Thrones alum Jacob Anderson has been tapped to star as Louis opposite Sam Reid’s Lestat in Anne Rice’s Interview with the Vampire series for AMC and AMC+. The series, based on Rice’s book, is slated to begin production on its eight-episode first season later this year for premiere on AMC and its sister streamer AMC+ in 2022.

AMC has made it abundantly clear that the deal with Anne Rice for the TV rights to a swath of her novels is all part of a master plan to populate its network and streaming platform with the latest, greatest TV franchise. And AMC is already making good on its promise by developing the second Anne Rice series of the year, with “Lives of the Mayfair Witches.” According to THR, AMC has brought on Esta Spalding and Michelle Ashford to writer and executive produce a series based on the “Lives of the Mayfair Witches” trilogy of novels.