The Wanted’s Max George reveals private thoughts about EastEnders star Maisie Smith after video call

A village pub in Cheshire is one of the first in the UK to offer an apprenticeship to a serving prisoner. The HMPYOI Thorn Cross inmate will work as a chef de partie at The Partridge in Stretton, Warrington, for a Level Two apprenticeship.

A primary school in Ashton ‘under financial pressure’ with ‘falling pupil numbers’ is set to close despite childrens’ anxiety. Our Lady’s Immaculate Catholic Primary School has been issued a statutory notice of closure by Wigan Council following a cabinet meeting last week. It's the second ordered to close by the council in the space of a few months.

Police are appealing to members of the public to help identify two men wanted in connection with a theft in Oldham last month.

Manori Ravindran International Editor The tear-stricken faces peering up adoringly at James Bond producer Michael G. Wilson, seated in the royal box at Royal Albert Hall, during a lengthy standing ovation at “The Sound of 007” concert said it all: It’s not just movie music — the music, for this franchise at least, is the movie. Tuesday’s charity event at London’s grandest venue preceded the Oct. 5 release of feature documentary “The Sound of 007” on Amazon’s Prime Video (the streamer’s top executives for Europe were, unsurprisingly, in the box next to the Bond guardians), and didn’t hesitate to remind both Bond novices and grizzled veterans that the franchise is virtually synonymous with some of cinema’s most iconic tracks.

Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, the streaming entertainment company named after the best-selling series of self-help books, hired Phil Oppenheim as chief content officer. In the newly created role, Oppenheim will lead physical and streaming platform content strategy for all Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment properties, including Redbox — which CSSE bought this year for $370 million — and Crackle, the streaming service acquired from Sony Pictures Television. He starts at Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment on Nov. 1, reporting to president Jonathan Katz. Most recently, Oppenheim was senior VP of program scheduling at MGM’s Epix Networks, where he also was responsible for the streaming content and branding of the company’s ScreenPix suite of ad-free channels. Prior to joining Epix in January 2020, he worked as a consultant and was Lionsgate’s chief curator and pop culture officer (SVP of programming), leading the content launch of the Comic-Con HQ subscription VOD service and Kevin Hart’s Laugh Out Loud (LOL) ad-supported VOD service.

Norman Reedus went on quite the journey to propose to Diane Kruger. The 53-year-old actor detailed the saga of how he asked Kruger, 46, to marry him in an interview on on Tuesday, revealing how it all went down and the adorable reaction from the couple's 3-year-old daughter, Nova. «I had the ring for quite a long time in my pocket, just, like, burning a hole in my pocket,» Reedus said. The star brought the ring with him on a motorcycle trip to Savannah, Georgia, with Kruger but, at the height of the pandemic, couldn't find the right time to pop the question. On their return trip, he said, «I was looking for some place really pretty to do it, but there was a huge thunderstorm that hit us.» Finally, back at home, Reedus said he just went for it — with Nova on his lap. «I felt bad that I didn't do it and Nova, our daughter, was sitting on my lap, and I was like, 'Can you go get my boot? It's in the closet.' She's like, 'Why?' I'm like, 'I just want to look at the boot.' 'Cause I had it shoved in the boot,» he explained. «And then I proposed and she started crying, and then Nova started crying -- everybody's crying.

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Michelle Obama is hitting the road this fall to publicize her upcoming book “The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times,” and a star-studded lineup of moderators is scheduled to appear alongside the Former First Lady for tour dates across the country.

Halloween special. For the first time, Velma has been depicted as an LGBTQ character in the film which was released on Tuesday.After  hit streaming services, clips of Velma blushing and becoming speechless when encountering a new character named Coco Diablo went viral on Twitter. In one video posted by Discussing Film, Velma can be seen stopping in her tracks when she first lays eyes on Coco.«Amazing turtleneck! Incredible glasses! Obviously brilliant! Loves animals!» flashes across the screen as Coco stands in front of Velma, who lets out her signature «jinkies!»Velma is finally confirmed to be part of the LGBTQ+ community in the latest Scooby-Doo film ‘TRICK OR TREAT’.

Kendall Jenner is not here for Kanye «Ye» West's latest controversial line. The 26-year-old supermodel, who was previously Ye's sister-in-law, subtly showed her support for pal Jaden Smith on Twitter, liking three of his tweets about his decision to leave Ye's Paris Fashion Week show early. «I Had To Dip Lol,» Jaden wrote.

Gabriella Karefa-Johnson has broken her silence on everything that happened yesterday (October 4) regarding Kanye West.

Britney Spears has cut all her hair off. The 40-year-old pop star - who regained control of her multimillion-dollar fortune and various aspects of her life after a conservatorship that had been governed by her family for 13 years was terminated - took to Instagram on Monday (05. 10.

Buffy the Vampire Slayer star Emma Caulfield has revealed she was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in 2010. The 49-year-old actress, who is best known for playing Anya in the sci-fi show, revealed in an interview with Vanity Fair that she was diagnosed with the condition, which impacts the brain, spinal cord and optic nerves, 12 years ago. "I woke up one morning and the left side of my face felt like there were a million ants crawling on it.

Craig David has claimed that not only does he have has psychic abilities, he can channel his ancestors clairvoyantly and “see things in the future”. The Fill Me In hit-maker, 41, opened up about his alleged gifts for the first time during an interview with Fearne Cotton while appearing on her Happy Place podcast which he said made him feel “very liberated”. David explained: ‘I’m super empathic, super sensitive and super psychic, which I feel very liberated to say now.

Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen have reportedly hired divorce layers. The NFL quarterback, 47, has been married to Brazillian supermodel Gisele, 42, since 2009 and has Benjamin, 12, and Vivian, nine, with her but the couple are said to be calling it quits following a heated argument. A source told PageSix: "I never actually thought this argument would be the end of them, but it looks like it is, I don’t think there will be any coming back now.

Jane Austen book that sold for a record price is to go on display in a British museum after its American buyer insisted it stay in the UK. The unique first edition of 'Emma' sold for £375,000, the highest amount for any printed work by the novelist. The three volume book - which carries the handwritten message "From the author" inside - will be displayed at Chawton House in Hampshire.

Goldie Hawn and Kurt Russel as your grandparents would be pretty cool, given what icons the pair are, not to mention who wouldn't want Mr and Mrs Claus as their Granny and Grandpa? But they're also clearly hands on grandparents that get stuck in playing with the kids, if Goldie's last post is anything to go by. The pair dressed up in Cinderella and Prince Charming costumes for their little granddaughter Rani Rose's fourth birthday.

A. W. A. K. E. Mode show during Paris Fashion Week on Tuesday in the ultimate statement makeup look, painting her entire face and decolletage metallic gold for the occasion.

Madonna cut a dapper figure for the outing in a black blazer and trousers which he teamed with a blue shirt. The 22-year-old donned a brown patterned tie with the smart ensemble and tucked a white pocket square into his jacket. Rocco completed his evening outfit by sporting a pair of black loafers as he walked the streets of the city while on his phone.

READ MORE: Amanda Holden confiscates racy tops from daughter, 16, so she can wear them insteadThis has got other viewers riled up though, with several already sick of the amount of pictures of spiders that are being shown. One disgusted viewer tweeted: "People posting pics of bl**** spiders," while another replied: "I can’t bear it.

Brad Pitt poured red wine and beer over his own children and pushed ex-wife Angelina Jolie against a wall during a bout of violence on a private jet, it is alleged. The Fight Club star, 58, is accused by Jolie of “choking” one of their children and striking another in the face as the family flew back home to Los Angeles in 2016. Jolie, 47, said Pitt was “physically and emotionally abusive” to her and the children, bringing their 12-year relationship to an immediate end and prompting her to file for divorce.

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A hospital trust had agreed to pay £1.2m in compensation to a patient who lost his leg after developing blood clots following surgery. The 59-year-old man had been scheduled for surgery at Castle Hill Hospital in Cottingham on October 17, 2016 to remove a tumour from his bowel.

Maisie Smith has shared a sweet tribute to new boyfriend Max George, with the pair both sharing it to their Instagram stories. The pop star and member of popular boyband The Wanted, 34, and the ex-EastEnders actress, 21, went public about their relationship last month. Since then the pair have clearly had no qualms about publicly flaunting their relationship, with Maisie wearing a sweatshirt featuring her beau’s name.

MAISIE Smith has revealed a sweet tribute to new man Max George. The All Time Low popstar, 34, and ex EastEnders actress, 21, went public with their romance last month. Yet for those who aren't in the loop about the Strictly Come Dancing contestants' new relationship status, the red-head made it crystal clear.

EASTENDERS fans are all saying the same thing after Janine Butcher made a shock discovery tonight. The Queen Vic bar manager - who is played by Charlie Brooks in the BBC soap - found out she was pregnant in tonight’s episode. After welcoming her daughter into the pub, Janine felt dizzy.

Ex-EastEnders actress Maisie Smith is hoping her Celebrity SAS Who Dares Wins appearance will be a springboard to relaunching her musical career - with help from boyfriend Max George. The former Strictly Come Dancing stars are now dating following his split from Stacey Giggs, the ex-wife of former Wales boss and Manchester United player Ryan.

EastEnders spoilers for next week see Freddie's (Bobby Brazier) good deed backfire on him. Freddie impresses Bobby (Clay Milner Russell) when he helps out in the chippy and is delighted to land a job. When he learns that Billy (Perry Fenwick) could be facing a long prison sentence, he becomes determined to help by paying for a better solicitor.

The Wanted star Max George could not contain his love as he shared a gushing post of his new girlfriend, EastEnders favourite Maisie Smith. Max, who went Insta official with Maisie earlier this month, took to his Instagram Story to share a screenshot of her on FaceTime with his 350,000 followers. The singer, 34, shared the relaxed snap of Maisie smiling at the camera as she lay in bed and asked followers: “How can someone be THAT pretty?” followed by a heart eyes emoji.

Maisie Smith and Max George stopped to take a selfie as the smitten couple went food shopping together.The new couple have been showing off their love since going public with their romance in August.The couple initially met in 2020 when they were both taking part in BBC's hit show – Strictly Come Dancing. EastEnders star Maisie, 21, uploaded a cute photo of the pair on Instagram, showing her 34 year old boyfriend cuddling up to her as they used a self-service checkout.

MAISIE Smith and Max George put on a loved-up display as they went food shopping together. The new couple have been inseparable since going public with their romance last month.