Jeremy Paxman Steps Down as Host of BBC Quiz Show ‘University Challenge’ After 28 Years

Britney Spears is denying she body-shamed Christina Aguilera in an Instagram post that included a Rodney Dangerfield quote.The «Toxic» singer took to Instagram on Tuesday to clarify comments that reportedly led Aguilera to unfollow the singer from the social media platform. In her most recent post, Spears said, «By no means was I being critical of Christina’s beautiful body, it is what it is!!! I flew to see her show once and the main thing I noticed was the difference of our people on stage !!!»Spears added, «By no means did I even mention Christina, look at my post!!! I was inspired by her show and she is a beautiful woman of power … Thank you @xtina for inspiring me !!!»In her post from Monday, Spears' post included a Dangerfield quote that read, «I found there was only one way to look thin: hang out with fat people.» In the caption, Spears referenced the lack of freedom in her 13-year conservatorship, saying, «I wish I could have chosen the nannies for my children … my dancers … I mean if I had Christina Aguilera’s dancers I would have looked extremely small.»A post shared by Channel 8 (@britneyspears)A post shared by Channel 8 (@britneyspears)«I mean why not talk about it ??» she added.

Ana de Armas is opening up about her experience on the set of the highly anticipated Netflix film ‘Blonde’ and it seems things got a little strange. The Hollywood star revealed that she felt very close to Marilyn Monroe, while portraying the movie legend. “I truly believe that she was very close to us.

Ana de Armas is attracting all kinds of attention for her acting chops lately, having skyrocketed to general acclaim ever since her star-making turn in 2019's Knives Out.MORE: Did you notice Ana de Armas' tribute to Marilyn Monroe at Venice Film Festival?The actress is particularly gaining significant traction for her portrayal of Marilyn Monroe in the upcoming Blonde, which received the longest standing ovation at the Venice Film Festival.VIDEO: Ana de Armas is Bond girl stunning in fragrance advertHowever, another aspect of her life which has been receiving quite a bit more attention is her relationship, as she prefers to keep that side a bit more private.The star has been linked to Tinder executive Paul Boukadakis, with several pictures having emerged of the two together, although neither have confirmed the romance.The two have been spotted together on a few occasions in New York and Los Angeles since they were first reportedly set up in June of 2021.MORE: Ana de Armas nailed end of summer dressing in shorts suit at Venice Film FestivalPictures of the two were even shared by DailyMail which saw them take in the sights of the beautiful city by the water.Their relationship was seemingly confirmed when they were first spotted together in New York in September of 2021 in pictures published by Extra.

video, the 21-year-old shooting guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves is seen rolling down a car window and making comments about a group of shirtless men, some of whom appear to be wearing harnesses.The men are seen embracing each other and talking in a close circle. As he rolls down the window, Edwards calls the men “queer-ass n****s” while another person inside the car laughs in the background.The video sparked criticism of the NBA star, who was the first overall pick in the 2020 NBA draft, on social media, with some users accusing him of homophobia.

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Toronto International Film Festival on Monday night. Running time: 109 minutes. Rated R (language throughout, some violent content and brief graphic nudity).

Aaron Carter revealed that he willingly entered a rehabilitation program in an attempt to regain custody of his 10-month-old son Prince.

Pete Davidson made a surprise appearance at the 2022 Emmy Awards and some eagle-eyed fans noticed something interesting about his outfit!

Demi Lovato is getting ready to embark on what might be her last tour.

Cobra Kai fans are going to want to see this (unless you don’t want any spoilers!) – Just Jared Jr There’s a rumor floating around about Meghan Markle – Celebitchy See what stars are wearing in the front row at NYFW – Popsugar This upcoming movie looks so good – Just Jared Jr

Toronto International Film Festival is “The Son.”Running time: 125 minutes. Not yet rated.

Ewan McGregor and Mary Elizabeth Winstead are coupling up for the 2022 Toronto Film Festival.

Michelle Branch and Patrick Carney are calling off their divorce and will spend time working on their marriage.

Mariah Carey and her stunning Atlanta, Georgia home do not belong together.

The Beatles shooting their 1967 cult classic “Magical Mystery Tour” movie has been unearthed.The clips show the Fab Four and their wives on-set in between takes, children hanging around and an airplane flying overhead. It also contains snippets from the magicians’ sequence and shows the group organizing the ballroom spectacular, which was used as the finale of the film. The behind-the-scenes shots were captured by a man who visited the set in West Malling with his young daughter.

The Academy of Country Music Honors event is being aired on television for the first time in five years and it will air tonight on Fox for the first-time ever.

MATT Hancock has been asked to appear on the next series of Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. The former Health Secretary is the first serving MP to have been called up to take part in the popular Channel 4 show.

EASTENDERS fans are absolutely gobsmacked after barmaid Tracey made a shock confession about Phil Mitchell. The longterm extra - who is played by actress Jane Slaughter in the BBC soap - made a bombshell comment in tonight’s episode.

KERRY Katona has given a sneak peek inside her HUGE million-pound mansion. The 42-year-old took to Instagram to show off her new sofa. Kerry started off the video by panning her camera around her living room, showing off everything inside.

EASTENDERS star Rose Ayling-Ellis looked incredible in a red bikini in the Maldives after her split with her boyfriend. Her girlie holiday came as The Sun on Sunday recently re­vealed that she had split from her boyfriend of seven years, Sam Arnold. Rose has been enjoying a luxury holiday with pals in the Maldives.

MICHAEL DEACON, British author and political journalist, has revealed that he once appeared on University Challenge and couldn’t believe what Jeremy Paxman was wearing behind the desk. In a recent column in The Telegraph, the columnist shared that he once took part in the Christmas series of University Challenge two years ago, and said he was "absolutely hopeless." Michael went on to explain that during the episode he appeared on, he was shocked to find out that the only part of the suit Jeremy wore was the jacket.

Dara Ó Briain is keeping his spirits up despite Mock The Week being axed from BBC. The comedy panel show was scrapped after nearly two decades earlier this month, with the Irish presenter – sarcastically saying at the time that the ‘UK has finally run out of news’. ‘The storylines were getting crazier and crazier – global pandemics, divorce from Europe, novelty short-term prime ministers,’ he said in his announcement.

The BBC’s One Show editor Rob Unsworth has been appointed Head of Daytime and Early Peak commissioning, overseeing a department that has produced hits such as Pointless and The Repair Shop.

AMOL Rajan has been announced as the new host of University Challenge after Jeremy Paxman quit. Earlier this week, Jeremy confirmed he would be leaving the BBC Two programme after 28 years.

BBC Media Editor and Today host Amol Rajan has been named the next University Challenge presenter, replacing Jeremy Paxman.

K.J. Yossman BBC News media editor Amol Rajan has been appointed the new host of U.K. gameshow “University Challenge.”The current host, Jeremy Paxman, revealed he would be stepping down after 28 years.

The Mirror reports. The star who was a student at Girton College, Cambridge, has experience with quiz shows having hosted QI since 2016, and bookmaker Ladbrokes puts her at just 2/1 to take over from Paxman. The second favourite is another former Cambridge University student Richard Osman at 3/1.

Jeremy Paxman has stepped down from University Challenge after almost three decades at the helm.

Jeremy Paxman will officially stand down from his role as host for BBC's University Challenge after spending nearly 29 years as the face of the show.

Jeremy Paxman is to step down from stalwart BBC quiz show University Challenge after almost three decades.