Sony Officially Says It Won’t Bid for Paramount Global to Counter Skydance Deal

On Lorraine Kelly's ITV show today, Monday 2 September, Pete Wicks, 36, credited Zara McDermott as a driving force behind his decision to join Strictly Come Dancing. He confessed to having no prior knowledge of the dance competition and said he has 'never actually seen it', but Zara encouraged him to sign up. Discussing his upcoming stint on the hit BBC show, TOWIE star Pete shared: "I'm petrified.

Michaela Zee Joey Chestnut defeated Takeru Kobayashi in Netflix‘s hot dog-eating contest in Las Vegas, Nev., on Monday. Chestnut and Kobayashi, two of the world’s most famous competitive eaters, faced each other in a 10-minute hot dog-eating competition on Labor Day. Chestnut ate 83 hot dogs and buns, beating the previous world record of 76, which he set in 2021.

EastEnders star Jacqueline Jossa has opened up about a harrowing experience during her family holiday in Marbella, where their villa was raided by thieves. Armed robbers made away with £20,000 worth of belongings including her engagement ring given to her by her husband, ex-TOWIE star Dan Osborne. The couple and their children were asleep when burglars struck, stealing cash, designer gear, and electronics.They were on a sun-soaked getaway with their kids, Ella, nine, Mia, five, and Dan's son Teddy, eight.

Gary Phelan, who is known for his time on the BBC show Fame Academy, has tragically passed away aged 42 in Dubai.The Newcastle-born singer rose to fame back in 2003 on series two of Fame Academy - a talent competition which searched for and educated new musical talents - and while he didn't win the show, he did go on to pursue a career in music. Gary moved to Dubai in the summer of 2023 and had been performing in pubs and venues in the UAE since, before passing away on Sunday 11 August. His cause of death has not been shared, but friends and family have been paying tribute on his social media pages.

An expert has pinpointed the moment Prince Harry appeared to become a 'grumpy spare' as Meghan Markle shone in the limelight during their recent trip to Colombia.

Michael Gracey‘s wildly inventive musical biopic of British superstar entertainer Robbie Williams rolls the dice on a unique star casting decision to play Williams which successfully separates it from every showbiz biopic that has come before. A CGI monkey (actor Jonno Davies) plays the singer in what is otherwise a recognizable cradle to a comeback story so familiar to those who rise to the top, only to fall, and then to rise again. This is the equivalent to casting Lassie to play Frank Sinatra. Okay, maybe not that crazy, but close enough. So guess what? It really works, even if in America the subject of this major studio film (Paramount picked up the independently produced production) is not widely known, but an icon who has sold over 80 million albums across the rest of the globe, and was recently the subject of a four-part Netflix docu series. It had its World Premiere this weekend at the Telluride Film Festival.

Brenda Edwards is everything in real life that she is on the Loose Women panel — bubbly, funny, passionate and fierce. But she also isn’t afraid to show her vulnerable side, and during our exclusive photoshoot she takes the odd moment to compose herself, sometimes tearfully.

Jax Taylor is speaking out for the first time since leaving a mental health treatment center.

Resident DJs, food stalls and creative pop-ups will form part of the line-up for a free all-day party taking place under some of Manchester’s most iconic railway arches on Saturday.

Frankie Bridge is setting the style bar high with her latest 'Frankie's Picks' Instagram outfit reveal, and we're eager to shop it! The Loose Women star, 35, looked absolutely fabulous as she modelled a pair of khaki wide-leg trousers from River Island, £45 here, teamed with a chic cream leather-look top, also from the popular high street store, £28 here.This standout ensemble is just the ticket for the change in seasons. Not only are high-waisted trousers a flattering must-have for any wardrobe, but the earthy green shade is one of this season's biggest trends to keep an eye on.

Angelina Jolie has revealed that she stopped singing because an ex-partner criticised her voice.The Oscar-winning actress has made her return to the big screen in Maria, a new biopic from director Pablo Larraín (Spencer, Jackie) about the opera singer Maria Callas. Jolie sings in the film, but she recently explained to The Hollywood Reporter why that presented a slight problem.“I don’t sing,” she said. “I had somebody in my life who was not kind to me about singing.

A mum who was reportedly raped by multiple strangers, after being drugged by her own husband, today faced them all in a packed courtroom.

Beauty buffs have been blown away by the rapid results they've seen after using a revolutionary anti-ageing cream that promises to begin to reverse all 8 signs of ageing in one night. Many of those who have tried it insist they've seen results after one use, and claim it's worth splashing out on.

Manchester United midfielder Casemiro had an afternoon to forget at Old Trafford on Sunday, as the club fell to defeat against rivals Liverpool.

Cat Deeley and Ben Shephard have confirmed that Fern Britton is set to make a return to 'This Morning'. Following the commercial break, the presenting pair shared some "exciting news" with their audience.

Amanda Holden has spilled the beans on why her co-star Jamie Theakston was missing from Heart Radio today - and it's all thanks to Davina McCall. After a weekend break, fans were greeted by Amanda, 53, and her temporary co-host Jason King aka JK, as Jamie is recuperating at home post-surgery.

Press and staff vans carrying reporters following Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz were involved in a crash on a Milwaukee freeway this afternoon.

Pregnant Jorgie Porter has shared a video of a fire that ripped through the roof of the gym in her garden.The Hollyoaks actress, who plays Theresa McQueen, shared footage of the blaze on Sunday (1 September) originally shared by her fiancé Ollie Piotrowski. In the video, Ollie runs out into the garden towards the shed that’s caught fire. He grabs a ladder to take a closer look before running back to the house, falling over on the way.

22 years ago, electronic outfit Crazy P released their second album The Wicked is Music. Described by fans as one of the 'best funk albums of the 00's', the album became just as known for its seven-minute opening opus There's A Better Place, sampling Gene Wilder's Pure Imagination, as it was for outlining what would be a career trajectory for the band.

Clayton Davis Senior Awards Editor People are falling in love with “Anora.” Sean Baker has made his mark on indie cinema with notable features such as “The Florida Project” and “Red Rocket.” His latest film, “Anora,” a reimagining of “Pretty Woman” that trades Richard Gere’s debonair corporate raider for Mark Eydelshteyn’s sex-crazed son of a Russian oligarch, is his most accessible project yet. And just as “Pretty Woman” launched Julia Roberts into the stratosphere, Mikey Madison‘s turn as a less glamorous sex worker has made her the year’s breakout performer.

TV show Dawson’s Creek, has died aged 51, last Wednesday (August 28).News of Ndefo’s death was originally announced by his sister Nkem Ndefo on Facebook.

Loose Women's Brenda Edwards has opened up to OK! in an emotional interview about her past and the trauma she's been through - including cancer and devastating loss. Brenda reflected on her past experience of breast cancer as she seeks to raise awareness of secondary cancers and she explained the trauma of her past helped her to deal with the diagnosis back in 2016 after she found a lump.

Zac Efron is back in the spotlight after his scary accident.

When it comes to ensuring you have the best night's sleep possible, having quality bedding shouldn't be underestimated. Having a good set of sheets not only set the mood for your entire room, but should be comfortable, breathable and regulate your temperature - even during autumn and winter.

A former Hollyoaks actress has bravely opened up about her decision to step away from acting after suffering from severe panic attacks. Sophie Porley, who played Ellie Nightingale on the popular Channel 4 soap, has revealed that she found herself overwhelmed by the intense pressure to secure another acting gig post-Hollyoaks. The 31 year old star, who graced our screens for three years until her departure in 2018, faced a daunting realisation that she couldn't handle the spotlight's demands.

Between the ages of two and four, Josie Gibson's son Reggie was frequently hospitalised with infections and underwent tests for various health concerns, including cancer, due to escalating worries. After an extended period of back and forth, a doctor finally discovered that Josie's only child had a chronic infection in his stomach lining and advised a change in his diet.

Variety Staff Follow Us on Twitter J.K. Rowling is among a number of voices including former Olympic athletes decrying the inclusion of a trans sprinter in the women’s sprinting category at the Paris Paralympics. 51-year-old Petrillo Valentino Petrillo is set to represent Italy in the women’s T12 400m category after qualifying for the semi-finals on Monday.

Plans to convert a disused gym into two houses of multiple occupation (HMO) for 14 people alongside six apartments in Wigan have been submitted.

Samantha Fox, the former glamour model turned pop star, is appearing in court for sentencing today after being charged with a public order offence and being drunk on an airplane.The iconic 80s chart-topper, now 58, known for hits like Touch Me (I Want Your Body) and Nothing's Gonna Stop Me Now, was on a flight to Germany when the incident occurred in December last year. She was arrested at Heathrow Airport and later pleaded guilty to being drunk and disorderly and using threatening behaviour causing harassment, alarm or distress to a police constable on a British Airways flight.The incident led to passengers having to abandon the flight as take-off was delayed, meaning the flight wouldn't be able to land in time due to strict air travel laws in Germany.

Dawson’s Creek star Katie Holmes is paying tribute to Obi Ndefo, her former co-star whose death was announced Aug. 31.

EXCLUSIVE:  Pauletta Pearson Washington says that the film adaptation of August Wilson’s acclaimed play The Piano Lesson has been a family affair. “All my babies are involved in this,” the actor, musician and philanthropist declares.  

Celebs Go Dating is about to serve up some serious drama for former Coronation Street star Helen Flanagan. Dr.Tara Suwinyattichaiporn has let slip some of the thrills to still come on the E4 hit show. Helen, who parted ways with her long-term beau Scott Sinclair in 2022, has been dipping her toes into the dating pool on the show, mingling with a line-up of gents.

EastEnders has launched into Keanu Taylor's murder trial, with Dean Wicks (portrayed by Matt Di Angelo) potentially facing jail time for a chilling crime he didn't commit. However, some fans have been left side tracked by one detail, as they claim the soap 'is getting good again.' As regular viewers of the BBC soap will recall, Keanu (Danny Walters) assaulted Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean) on Christmas Day and threatened to abscond with her young son Albie.

Emmerdale's Adam Thomas has opened up about his health struggles in a candid Instagram post, revealing the impact of his medication for Rheumatoid arthritis.The actor and former Strictly star shared a video showing him injecting himself and confessed to fans: "There has to be an easier way than this." Despite trying to stay upbeat, Thomas admitted the treatment is taking its toll, saying: "Don't get me wrong it's worked wonders, but am still in pain and the side effects that this drug has is really taking its toll now!" The Strictly Come Dancing star reached out to his followers for advice, asking: "Is anyone else on this or have been on this and noticed a huge difference in themself." Speaking about the side effects of constant fatigue and nausea, he added: "I feel like am constantly in fog! Drowsy, falling asleep all the time, stomach pain, throwing up." The TV star didn't stop there in seeking support, detailing his experience further and hoping for insights from others: "Maybe it's because I've not been as consistent with it as usual am not sure, but feels as though the side effects are getting worse, and lasting a lot longer." Wrapping up his heartfelt plea, Adam sought alternative experiences, asking: "Has anyone been on methotrexate and moved to something else that worked for them? any help or advice would be great x," reports the Mirror. Fans were quick to flood the comments with support and advice, with many offering different remedies.

who has treated us to a whole series of while supporting her husband, , on the press run for his film Wolfs at the Venice Film Festival.First, she kicked things off with a white leather strapless dress for a Cartier party. Then she slipped into a chiffon yellow mini dress while strolling alongside the Grand Canal.

from Ben Affleck.On September 1, the was spotted dancing during a shopping trip at Westfield Century City mall in Los Angeles—and no, it didn't appear to be for a music video. In photos shared by , Lopez vibed with her hands in the air while 16-year-old appeared to film the joyful moment on their phone. Many teenagers would be embarrassed by their mother dancing in public, but Emme was all smiles, holding the phone in one hand and a Sephora shopping bag in the other.Lopez just shared her first Instagram dump since filing for divorce from Ben Affleck.While the teen was dressed in baggy cargo pants, plaid button-down, and black paisley bandana, Lopez wore a multi-toned denim maxi skirt and cropped white tank with sequins.