David Walliams writes new book in lockdown

Steve Albini has called on Joe Rogan to follow the example of Insane Clown Posse, as Rogan continues to face a backlash over the content of his Spotify podcast.Rogan recently apologised after it emerged that he had used the N-word multiple times on his show, calling it “the most regretful and shameful thing I’ve had to talk about publicly” before arguing that the clips had been “taken out of context of 12 years of conversations on my podcast”.He was already under fire after Neil Young, Joni Mitchell and more removed their music from Spotify in response to vaccine misinformation promoted by guests on his show, which has been exclusive to the streaming platform since a $100million deal was struck in 2020.On Monday (February 7), Albini shared an interview with Insane Clown Posse’s Violent J from 2020 in which the musician acknowledged problematic lyrics in the band’s music.Discussing ICP’s 2000 collaboration with Three 6 Mafia, which contains the line “sick like a diseased Ethiopian,” Violent J told Stereogum: “I was that stupid. I didn’t understand the offensiveness in that.

Liam Gallagher performed his new single ‘Everything’s Electric’ for the first time during last night’s BRIT Awards (February 8) – you can watch his performance below.The track is the first to be previewed from the former Oasis frontman’s upcoming new solo album ‘C’MON YOU KNOW’, which is set for release on May 27 and is the follow-up to 2019’s ‘Why Me? Why Not.’.After releasing ‘Everything’s Electric’ – which was co-written with Foo Fighters’ Dave Grohl – last Friday (February 4), Gallagher gave the song its live debut at last night’s BRITs at The O2 in London.The performance began with footage of Gallagher being helicoptered into the venue, before he then made his way to the stage to perform ‘Everything’s Electric’ with his live band – you can see his performance below.‘Everything’s Electric’, which was also co-written by its producer Greg Kurstin, was inspired by Beastie Boys’ ‘Sabotage’ and The Rolling Stones’ ‘Gimme Shelter’, according to a press release.Gallagher will play his biggest solo shows to date in June, including two sold-out gigs at Knebworth.

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Adele stunned fans at the BRIT Awards last night.

Schalke have no plans to discuss a new contract with Rangers -linked goalkeeper Martin Fraisl.

A Scottish doctor quit the NHS for a new life in Australia following fears he was heading for a breakdown.

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David Beckham has once again shared another food-related anecdote which may surprise his fans. Speaking on the second half of the River Cafe Table 4 podcast, the former footballer confessed to eating 32 snails in one sitting.MORE: David Beckham makes surprising confession about wife Victoria's dietWhen he played for Paris Saint-Germain, David took his wife Victoria Beckham to swanky Paris restaurant Chez L'Ami Louis, dubbed the world's most famous bistro, where he devoured a substantial amount of escargots.WATCH: David Beckham showcases his cooking skills"One of my favourite restaurants in the world is L'Ami Louis...

Little Britain stars David Walliams and Matt Lucas have issued an apology for performing in blackface in their sketch shows. Britain’s Got Talent judge David, 48, and comedian Matt, 46, each shared statements on their Twitter pages on Saturday 13 June, saying they “regret” their performances after Little Britain and Come Fly With Me were pulled from BBC iPlayer, Netflix and BritBox.

June 13, 2020Matt went onto share the same statement with fans after Little Britain was removed from several streaming services earlier this week.Netflix removed Little Britain on Friday, June 5, along with Matt and David’s other comedy Come Fly With Me from the site.While the BBC and BritBox both confirmed they had also decided to remove Little Britain saying ‘times have changed’ since the show first aired.The Daily Star reports that Netflix put a stop to reviving Little Britain, as bosses were concerned about backlash given the show’s current controversies.‘In the current climate, Netflix can’t be seen to be championing offensive comedy.

Little Britain. The series has come under fire recently because of the use of blackface make-up in some sketches.

LITTLE Britain stars David Walliams and Matt Lucas tonight apologised for performing as characters of other races in comedy sketches. The pair, who have seen their shows pulled from BBC iPlayer, Netflix and BritBox, each made statements on Twitter tonight.

Matt Lucas and David Walliams have apologised for “playing characters of other races” in Little Britain.

Little Britain.The comedy series, which originally aired on the BBC between 2003 and 2005, was removed from streaming services this week (June 9), including the BBC’s iPlayer.The show saw Walliams play the character, Desiree Devere, while wearing blackface. Lucas and Walliams also adopted blackface to play a pair of minstrels, while Lucas played a Thai bride called Ting Tong.Now, its stars and creators have issued an apology on Twitter.

coronavirus outbreak, many families have been able to reunite with their loved ones. Across the UK, parents were forced to self-isolate at home away from their children for almost three months - but in some cases, it has been longer.

David Walliams is reportedly keen to take Ashley Roberts on a date, after apparently sending her flirty messages in lockdown.The Britain’s Got Talent judge is said to think The Pussycat Dolls star is “gorgeous” and hopes to meet up with her after lockdown measures ease.The 48 year old children’s author and comedian, who recently confirmed Little Britain is reuniting, has reportedly set his sights on Ashley, 38, after his difficult split from his supermodel wife Lara Stone five years ago. David, who has six year old Alfred with his ex-wife Lara, is said to have briefly dated the late Caroline Flack’s close friend, Lou Teasdale, earlier this year but has since called time on their romance.

CHEEKY David Walliams propositioned Pussycat Dolls star Ashley Roberts — after secretly dating a celebrity make-up artist, the Sun on Sunday can reveal. The Britain’s Got Talent judge was in a relationship with the show’s stylist ­— and Caroline Flack’s best friend — Lou Teasdale, before dumping her and setting his sights on the American singer.

BRITAIN'S Got Talent fans fear David Walliams' pin number has been 'exposed' by a magic act. The final auditions of the ITV talent contest aired tonight, with magician Damien O'Brien using a mobile phone as part of his act.