Willy’s Chocolate Factory Experience: Wonka actor speaks out about “dangerous” and “heartbreaking” event

Fans of Paul O'Grady were left teary-eyed as they watched the 'Life and Death of Lily Savage' on ITV, a documentary that traced the journey of his famous alter ego. On Good Friday, viewers tuned into ITV to revisit the birth and retirement of Lily Savage - the drag act alter ego of comedian Paul, who sadly passed away last March at 67. Paul first introduced Lily to the world in 1978 with a performance at the Black Cap pub in Camden, North London.

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It sounds like Carl Radke has zero regrets about calling off his engagement to Lindsay Hubbard! And if you have watched the current season of Summer House so far, you understand why!

the upcoming Miss Universe 2024 pageant as it announces its debut in the prestigious international competition. Rumy Alqahtani, a 27-year-old Riyadh-born model and content creator, has been chosen to represent the Kingdom on this global platform, marking a significant moment for Saudi Arabian women in beauty pageants.Alqahtani, known for her grace, poise, and intelligence, posted a heartfelt message on her Instagram account expressing her honor and excitement about participating in the Miss Universe 2024 competition.

King Charles is set to sit apart from the rest of the Royal Family during the Easter Sunday service, according to reports.

Residents on an estate in Bolton where violence erupted this week say teens are acting like 'animals' and causing daily chaos. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) arrested five teenagers and seized a knife following 'violent disorder' in the Harper Green area of Farnworth on Wednesday.

Hannah Gutierrez-Reed will remain behind bars as the Rust armorer awaits sentencing on her involuntary manslaughter conviction, a New Mexico judge ruled today.

Yet another actor has been arrested on charges related to the January 6, 2021 assault on the U.S. Capitol.

Sony is opening Miramax’s Here stateside as a platform release, going ro NYC and LA on Nov. 15, then a limited break on Nov. 22, followed by a wide opening on Nov. 27.

Now we’ll never know which poor soul these severed limbs belonged to. Hulu has opted not to renew murder mystery series Death and Other Details for a second season.

record-breaking 32-time Grammy winner cleverly addressed never winning one of the Academy’s most coveted trophies in her new song “Sweet Honey Buckin'” included on Friday’s “Cowboy Carter” album release. “AOTY [Artist of the Year], I ain’t win/ I ain’t stuntin’ ’bout them/ Take that s – – t on the chin/ Come back and f – – k up the pen,” Beyoncé, 42, says on the track.Her albums “I Am … Sasha Fierce,” “Beyonce,” “Lemonade,” and “Renaissance” have all been nominated for Album of the Year but the “Single Ladies” songstress has never snagged the category.Beyoncé’s husband, Jay-Z addressed this issue during the 2024 Grammys in February, addressing the Academy directly, “I’m just sayin’, we want y’all to get it right.”“We love y’all … at least get it close to right,” Jay, who has 24 Grammys of his own, continued, “And obviously it’s subjective — y’all don’t gotta clap at everything — obviously it’s subjective because it’s music and it’s opinion-based.

endorse President Biden for re-election publicly.“I’m in the midst of shooting a sequel to This is Spinal Tap. As much as I’d like Taylor Swift to do a cameo in the film, I’d give anything for her to endorse Joe Biden,” Reiner wrote on X.

Not tool time.Patricia Richardson, who played Tim Allen’s wife, Jill Taylor, on the ’90s sitcom “Home Improvement,” said she hasn’t been asked to appear on a potential reunion show — not that she would be interested should the opportunity arise.Richardson was responding to Allen, who played Tim Taylor on the hit ABC series, saying that the entire “Home Improvement” cast was on board for a reboot, according to Entertainment Weekly.“It was so weird, I would hear he was coming out publicly and saying this stuff about everyone was on board to do a ‘Home Improvement’ reunion, but he never asked me and he never asked [series co-star] Jonathan [Taylor Thomas],” Richardson said on an episode of the “Back to the Best” podcast.“I called Jonathan one day and said, ‘Has he asked you about this?’ He went, ‘No,'” she said of Thomas, who played her son Randy on the sitcom, which ran for eight top-rated seasons from 1991 to 1999.“So why is he saying everyone is on board when he hasn’t talked to you or me?” Richardson said about her conversation with Thomas — adding that she set the record straight about a “Home Improvement” reboot script circulating on the web in reference to her on-screen character, Jill.“I wrote a big thing on Twitter and said I’m not involved in any series with Jill and I’ve also never been asked to do another ‘Home Improvement’ reunion thing — but I would not want to,” she said on the podcast.Richardson did not mince words when referring to her former co-star Zachery Ty Bryan, who played her oldest son, Brad. Taran Noah Smith played the Taylors’ youngest son, Mark.“I mean, Zach is now a felon,” she said, alluding to Bryan’s arrest on charges related to domestic violence and driving under the influence.

Celebrity antiques dealer Ian Towning fell victim to the actions of violent thugs, as the star was attacked by hammer wielding robbers at his store in Chelsea.The ITV star, who is best known for appearing on Dickinson's Real Deal, was behind the counter of the shop in South West London, when the attackers burst in and demanded he hand over thousands of pounds worth of jewellery. The masked assailants managed to steal an array of jewellery and antiques from the glass display cabinet, Mail Online reports.

Kate Lawler has hit back at fans who accused her of 'criticising' small business this week after she DIY'd a project rather than paying for a professional to do it.The ordeal began when Kate shared an Instagram reel detailing how she had designed a balloon arch herself for her mother-in-law's birthday, with the project costing just £67, after being quoted £250 for a professional to do it. While Big Brother star and This Morning presenter Kate, who is no stranger to hitting back at trolls, was proud to share her handy work, many took to the comment section to fume that she was 'devaluing' the work of professionals. One wrote: "As a balloon/prop/decor company that does exactly these sort of set ups – I think you just highlighted why it would be £200 from professionals.

One of the stars of hit ITV reality show My Mum, Your Dad has had an unexpected trip to hospital - and their co-star, dad - was there for support. Poor Zachary Davidson, 21 , was seen on snaps on social media in a hospital bed wearing a gown and with a tube in his mouth, after his dad Elliott, 53, a P.

Fans are buzzing with excitement as Strictly's Zara McDermott reveals exciting career news.The ex Love Island star - who competed on Strictly Come Dancing last year - was met with an outpouring of excitement after revealing details of her latest career move. In an Instagram post, Zara introduced her new clothing line, Rise, which is now available in 384 Tesco stores across the UK. "I am SO SO EXCITED to announce that RISE is now live! I cannot wait for you guys to start shopping in @fandfclothing," she exclaimed.

When it comes to celebrity births, many stars like to broadcast their baby joy to the world, but one Strictly Come Dancing star preferred to keep things far more discreet as they quietly welcomed a new addition without fans ever realising! Welsh sprinter, Iwan Thomas, 50, famously took part in the show back in 2015 alongside his professional dancer parter Ola Jordan and has since revealed to the world that he has welcomed a newborn baby boy alongside his long-term partner. The mystery woman, who was never publicly named to protect her privacy, welcomed the adorable bundle of joy back in February, with the Olympic medalist having since revealed the baby is named Bowie.

Michaela Strachan has opened up on the tragic death of her best friend, who died 10 years after her own shock diagnosis. The 57 year old animal lover, lives happily in South Africa with her partner Nick Chevallier - a wildlife director and cameraman - and their 18 year old son, Nick. But in 2014, Michaela’s world was turned upside down when she was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent a double mastectomy, at 48 years old.

Though her experience as a child actress on Nickelodeon was "wonderful" overall, Melissa Joan Hart is standing strong with fellow stars who have come forward with allegations of sexual abuse and harassment against some of the network's executives. Hart, who starred on Nickelodeon’s "Clarissa Explains It All," from 1991 to 1994, explained why she "100%" believes the people who came forward during an appearance on the "Meghan McCain Has Entered the Chat" podcast Thursday. "I have not seen the documentary, and that’s a mistake," Hart said, referencing Investigation Discovery's four-part docuseries, "Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV." "I think I need to see the documentary.

Princesses Beatrice and Eugenie are reportedly upset after being overlooked by King Charles. Despite the Royal family being short-staffed due to the King and Kate's health issues, the sisters have not been asked to step in.

Gypsy Rose Blanchard, who was jailed for planning her mum's murder, has split from her husband just three months after being released from prison.

Naga Munchetty has shared a big rule she always follows at home with her rarely-seen husband with the couple preferring to keep their relationship out of the public spotlight.

Trinity Rodman comes from a family of athletes. As the daughter of Basketball player Dennis Rodman, she and her brother DJ grew up surrounded by sports. While Trinity plays soccer and DJ plays basketball, the two share a special bond that comes with competing and seeing each other perform in various sports.

Michael Jackson’s children Prince, 27, Paris, 25, and Bigi (formerly known as Blanket), 21, made headlines yesterday when they reunited for a red carpet-appearance for the first time in years. The trio came together in London, England, at the opening of “MJ: The Musical,” looking chic and formal.

ESPN’s list of top 25 players to watch in the NCAA Women’s Tournament are two outstanding Latinas that are aiding in the successful post seasons during 2024 March Madness.With Caitlin Clark (Iowa) and Paige “Buckets” Bueckers (UCONN) and topping the charts on the #1 and #2 players to watch in the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament, the list hosts two Latinas as well, freshman Hannah Hidalgo (Notre Dame) and senior Kamilla Cardoso (South Carolina). Bueckers has suffered multiple injuries throughout her college career, but as Dawn Staley recently said, “Paige is great.

What To Watch.What to watch: 7 movies and shows to stream this week — March 15What to watch: 7 movies and shows to stream this week — March 22Starring Ewan McGregor and his wife Mary Elizabeth Winstead, “A Gentleman in Moscow” follows Count Alexander Rostov as he loses everything in Post-revolution Russia. He’s imprisoned in house arrest at a luxurious hotel where he makes all manner of friendships and connections.Now streaming on Apple TV+ “STEVE!” is a documentary trailing Steve Martin and his impressive career in comedy.

Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos are shedding a light on their bedtime routine. While the couple has never shied away from their intimacy, in a new episode of “Live with Kelly and Mark,” the couple disclosed some of their nighttime rituals, which involve “nasal magnets” and “hostage tape.” Madonna surprises Kelly Ripa and welcomes her on stage: ‘I died’Mark Consuelos and Kelly Ripa reminisce on their $179 elopement ahead of their trip to VegasConsuelos revealed that, in order to sleep peacefully and avoid loud snoring, he must use “nasal magnets” and tape over his mouth. He argues that using these methods is better for him than using a CPAP machine, since that is not a sexy look for him.

Daniela Melchior, an undeniable talent transcending borders and poised to conquer Hollywood with her charisma, and allure. Her journey in entertainment began with Portuguese telenovelas, at the young age of 17, laying the groundwork for a career destined for success.

Ricky Martin took the opportunity to laud fellow artist Bad Bunny for supporting the LGBTQ+ community. During an appearance at “The Kelly Clarkson Show,” Ricky spoke about the time he presented Bad Bunny with a GLAAD Award for his impactful advocacy.

Jennifer Garner, 51, spoke with PEOPLE magazine about her perspective on aging, self-care, and the importance of embracing every stage of life with gratitude. Despite the inevitable moments of reflection on her younger years, Garner expresses appreciation for simply being alive.“Honestly, mostly, I am grateful just to be alive,” Garner tells the publication, acknowledging the wisdom she has gained over the years.

Tim Chan If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. “Cowboy Carter” is finally here. After weeks of teasing and anticipation, Beyoncé’s eighth studio album is available worldwide now.

Zack Sharf Digital News Director Dev Patel makes his feature directorial debut with the upcoming action movie “Monkey Man,” which blew the roof off SXSW earlier this month and earned strong reviews, but getting the film made was no walk in the park. During a Reddit AMA ahead of the film’s April theatrical release, Patel told fans that directing, acting in and producing “Monkey Man” was “the most demanding thing I’ve ever done in my life” because “everyday we faced absolute catastrophe.” “I begged our financier not to shut us down a few weeks before principal photography,” Patel wrote.

Katcy Stephan Miramax’s “Here,” which reunites “Forrest Gump” filmmaker Robert Zemeckis with stars Tom Hanks and Robin Wright, will get a three-step platform release this November from TriStar Pictures. The film will premiere exclusively in L.A. and N.Y.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music In the weeks since Beyonce announced her “Cowboy Carter” album, there’s been an enormous amount of commentary over the singer’s move into country music, and the long-overlooked contributions of Black artists to the genre since its very beginning. There’s also been more-humorous comments about the album’s title — which comes from Beyonce’s married surname and her husband, Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter — and the long legacy left by the Carter Family, whose music is widely viewed as the single biggest influence on the country genre.

Dolly Parton has responded to Beyoncé‘s cover of ‘Jolene’ on Queen Bey’s new album ‘Cowboy Carter’.The star dropped her new LP earlier today (March 29), which was reported to include a cover of Parton’s iconic hit. However, fans have discovered Beyoncé has actually rewritten ‘Jolene’ and its lyrics to address Jay-Z cheating on her.‘Jolene’ now refers to someone trying to “come between a family and a happy man”, with Beyoncé singing in the chorus: “Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene / I’m warnin’ you, don’t come for my man / Jolene, Jolene, Jolene, Jolene / Don’t take the chance because you think you can”.Beyoncé’s ‘Jolene’ cover also sees her reaffirm her love with her husband, with whom she tied the knot in 2008, after having dated since roughly 2002: “We’ve been deep in love for twenty years / I raised that man, I raised his kids / I know my man better than he knows himself,” she sings.A post shared by Dolly Parton (@dollyparton)In the original song, Parton said she “can’t compete” with ‘Jolene’.