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    Huge Peaky Blinders star signs up to dating app in a bid to find love

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    HE played bad boy John Shelby in Peaky Blinders but now actor Joe Cole is showing his softer side in a bid to bag a girlfriend.A pal of mine told me the British actor has signed up to celebrity dating app Raya after failing to find love, like most of us struggle to, in the real world.Peaky Blinders star Joe Cole has joined celeb dating app Raya – where he posted this half-naked snap of him as a boxer in his film Prayer Before DawnCredit: InstagramJoe, who describes himself as ‘Marmite’, also posted this profile pictureCredit: InstagramJoe describes himself as “Marmite” on his profile and includes acting shots, like the half-naked snap of him as a boxer in his film Prayer Before Dawn, along with candid snaps with his mates on the app.As well as his photos, Joe has shared a mixtape on his profile with Joe’s Ride Wit You as his lead tune, with Kano’s A Roadman’s Hymn as his profile song.I’m sure it won’t be long until Joe bags himself a new woman as his career is on the up.He has a starring role in new BBC drama Nightsleeper which is slated to air later this year and Joe admitted it was refreshing to play someone who was less bloody minded.READ MORE ON JOE COLEJoe said: “I play a lot of serious, moody characters. But I read this role and went: ‘This is close to me as a person.’“I could be free and use my life experience, everything I have been through.“I try to have fun in life and bring it to the parts I play. “I haven’t always been able to do it, because I am usually killing people or stabbing them.”Most read in BizarreThat’s definitely not the best chat-up line.Ri red-dy to partyRi-Ri looked amazing in a bright red dress from Comme Des Garcons on her night outCredit: SplashOne of the best gifts you can give to your mum on Mother’s Day is a bit of peace and quiet.And Rihanna’s boyfriend ASAP Rocky made sure she got just that as he took her for a fancy night out at the Roxy Bar in Tribeca as America celebrated the day.Peaky Blinders fans all say the same thing as Stephen Graham makes entrance as Hayden StaggRi-Ri looked amazing in a bright red dress from Comme Des Garcons and even Rocky made an effort in smart trousers and blue cardi.She gave birth to their second son Riot last year, 15 months after the birth of their first RZA.Since she became a mum, Rihanna has played the Super Bowl, made millions from her clothing campaign and has been working on her next album.Naturally, it’s made easier for Ri because she’s a squillionaire and can buy in help to stop her looking frazzled.But like all my mum mates, she’s still mastering the juggle.Rihanna said: “The balance is almost impossible, because no matter how you look at it, work is always something that’s gonna rob you of time with your child.“That’s the currency now. “That’s where it goes. “The magnitude of how much it weighs. “When you make decisions on what you’re gonna say yes to, it has to be worth it.”Her Champagne For Lulu farewell tour was so successful there will be more datesCredit: GettyLulu has more shows to shout about.Her Champagne For Lulu farewell tour was so successful there will be more dates – just as I said there would.Fans thought they had seen the last of the Scot, left, with her gig at the London Palladium in April.The new ten-date run will take her up and down the country, kicking off at Torquay’s Princess Theatre in Devon on November 3 and ending at Southend Cliffs Pavilion, Essex, on November 18.DJ Craig knows the truthDJ Craig Charles will be playing at Glastonbury next month – on ‘Shangri-La’s Truth Stage’Credit: RexDJ Craig Charles has given his idea why Glastonbury has renamed Shangri-La’s Truth Stage for this year.The stages in the area regularly get switched but when festival boss Emily Eavis announced and explained the changes no reason was given for the Truth Stage becoming the Peace Stage.Craig, who will be playing a slot there next month, told me: “I think it’s because there are so many wars going on at the moment. So now it’s the Peace Stage at Shangri-La.”It makes sense.Away from DJing, Craig is also eyeing up a move back into TV. But sadly for Robot Wars fans . . . it isn’t that.Chatting backstage at radio’s Aria Awards in London, Craig told me: “I am talking about doing another of those UFO conspiracy documentaries that I did for Sky History.“I did this series and I said I’ve got an open mind and the more I learned about it the more I was like, ’bloody hell’. “If you speak to any mathematician it’s mathematically impossible for there not to be any other life in the universe.“We think we have [seen UFOs] but then again I was a bit stoned at the time. “It could have been anyone flying over.”I’m sure UFO mega-fan Robbie Williams will be all over this.Paloma glowing it aloneSweatpants singer Paloma Faith was at the Barbican in York, where she played a gig on her new summer tour in a PVC top, shirt and bootsCredit: SplashI bow down to Paloma Faith for wearing what was definitely this sweaty outfit on a very hot day.The Sweatpants singer was at the Barbican in York, where she played a gig on her new summer tour in the PVC top, shirt and boots.Paloma dropped her latest album, The Glorification Of Sadness. She is due back on stage tonight in Oxford and will hopefully need a little less talc now it’s set to hammer it down.Eagles land in top 100Apple Music called upon stars including Charli XCX, above, and Pharrell Williams to help cut down the list for its Best 100 Albums listCredit: GettySome of my favourite albums have made Apple Music’s inaugural 100 Best Albums list.The streaming platform is releasing their ten picks across the next ten days to celebrate some of the greatest records of all time.Apple Music called upon stars including Charli XCX and Pharrell Williams to help cut down the list to the best 100, along with a number of songwriters and producers.Making the first ten released are The Eagles’ Hotel California – which comes in at 99 – Rage Against The Machine’s debut self-titled record and the absolute classic Confessions by Usher.I’ll be listening to that on repeat all day.Apple Music 1 DJ Zane Lowe said: “Putting this list together was a true labour of love, both in that it was incredibly difficult to do and in that we are all so passionate about it.“We were tasked with selecting the 100 best — that’s practically mission impossible.“But as music fans, it was also amazing to really take a minute and sit and think about the music and albums and artists that we love so much in this context. “If this list sparks more debate among fans outside of Apple Music and gets people talking passionately about the music they love, then we’ve done what we set out to do.”Animal Malik is for ZaynEx-One Direction star Zayn Malik has revealed he prefers the company of his four- and two-legged friends on his farm in Philadelphia to humansCredit: The Mega AgencyZayn Malik is giving Old McDonald a run for his money after explaining he has a menagerie on his farm.The ex-One Direction star, whose new album Room Under The Stairs is out on Friday, said he prefers the company of his four- and two-legged friends in Philadelphia to humans – something I can totally get behind.Zayn said: “I’ve got three dogs, four cats, three turtles and ten chickens.“I’ll just turn my phone off for two or three days and not use it at all. They [the animals] just have that down.“They’re very present in their being. “They’re just in the moment there with you and that helps me to be there with them too, that’s why I enjoy animals.“There’s no hinge point, there’s no catch, they don’t want anything from you except love.“They don’t judge you, they just love you.”Sure. Especially when it’s dinner time.READ MORE SUN STORIESJoel Corry has confirmed our tale that he’s been working with Kylie Minogue on some new tunes.At the Bafta TV Awards, Joel said: “I’ve just been in the studio with Kylie recently in LA – the Queen. I’ve got some bangers on the way. They say that I defrost for summer and the freezer has opened.” More

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      Zoe Ball makes her return to BBC Radio 2 after mum’s heartbreaking death from pancreatic cancer

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      ZOE Ball has returned to hosting her BBC Radio 2 show after her mum’s heartbreaking death in April.Julia died from pancreatic cancer last month just 12 weeks after being diagnosed.Zoe Ball has returned to BBC Radio 2Credit: BBCZoe and her mumCredit: InstagramZoe Ball with her late mother JuliaCredit: RexZoe, 53, kicked off her return to the radio by thanking presenter Gaby Roslin for holding the fort in her absence.Speaking to listeners shortly after 6.30am today, Zoe said: “Good morning gang how are you all, you lovely lot?”First text in this morning, Lesley from Eastbourne said, ‘Zoe, so good to have you back.'”You’re saying that now Lesley, give me ten minutes you might change your mind!READ MORE ON BBC”So how are you all doing? Thanks so much to Gabby for being here these last few weeks and here for me.”I’m so grateful to you all for your amazing messages to me about my dear mum.”Zoe shared a tribute to her mum when she announced Julia’s passing on social media on April 24.Posting on Twitter at 4.44am, Zoe said: “Sleep tight dear Mama.Most read in Showbiz”Thank you for teaching us how to love unconditionally, to always show courage and empathy.”And how, even in the darkest of days, laughter is the greatest of gifts.Gaby Roslin gives update on Zoe Ball and her return to BBC Radio 2 after stepping in at the last minute”We are bereft without you but will hold so tight to each other.”Zoe’s son Woody said: “Today I say goodbye to Granny J, thank you for being a wonderful woman. “The only person who always sent me a Valentine’s card.”The presenter first revealed her mum’s illness in March and said Julie had been moved into a hospice.Zoe informed listeners she would be taking some days off to look after her mum.Cancer types, signs and symptomsEverything you need to know about different types of Cancer
      The star dedicated a Bon Jovi track to the paramedics who had helped Julia.On the show, she said: “Mum’s in hospice now, pretty tough at the moment for the family. “I just want to say thank you to John, Scarlett and Charlie, both Charlies, actually, and Sophie and Laura who are really looking after mum.””Things are really tough for my mum at the moment, just sending out loads of love.”Zoe celebrated her mum’s life at her funeral, telling fans her mum would have loved the service.She said in April: “Yesterday we said goodbye to our dear Mama, Granny J. it was the perfect day and she would have loved it.”Forever in our hearts Mama, thank you for your magic & love. missing you so much but holding tight to each other.”Thank you to everyone who sent kind messages, cards & flowers. Big love to the many of you who have shared with us about your own loss and heartbreak, to those battling with cancer or looking after loved ones affected by cancer. “We wish you all the strength and love. and of course the humour you need to keep going. some days it’s so hard to be brave.”Zoe also said she and her brother Jamie will fundraise in for St Peter & St James’ hospice in Haywards Heath and Pancreatic Cancer UK.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe included thank yous for those involved in the service including her children Woody, 23, and Nelly, 14, who read eulogies.The wake took place inside Pangdean Barn which Zoe called “the most magnificent venue” in the foot of the South Downs.Julia had pancreatic cancerCredit: Instagram/@zoetheballZoe shared this touching snap of her mother More

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      Doctor Who fans gobsmacked as two STRICTLY stars make surprise cameo as show returns

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      MILLIONS of Dr Who fans were treated to some Strictly sparkle when stars of the BBC show- judge Shirley Ballas and dancer Johannes Radebe made a cameo in the opening episode.The popular program returned last night featuring upcoming actor, Ncuti Gatwa as the 15th doctor and actress Millie Gibson, starring as his companion Ruby.doctor-fans-gobsmacked-two-strictly-900808732Credit: BBCdoctor-fans-gobsmacked-two-strictly-900808731Credit: BBCSet in the 1960s amid the rise of Beatlemania, the scene shows Shirley Ballas, 63, and Johannes Radebe, 37, encountering the doctor, before breaking out into dance, before the doctor warns his companion that his adventures always end in a “twist.”And it seems their performance swept the fans off their feet,rushing to comment on the pleasing crossover between the BBC shows.One said:  “JOHANNES RADEBE?! SHIRLEY BALLAS?! WHAT ARE YOU GUYS DOING HERE AND NOT ON STRICTLY?!”, as his sidekick.  Another delighted fan added: “They were here Strictly for the fun, and I love it.” However, some viewers weren’t happy about the cameo as one commented: “Remember when we said #DoctorWho couldn’t possibly get much worse…” One fuming viewer echoed: “OMG. What the flipping eck was that? More like some lightweight #Strictly send-up than proper serious #DoctorWho!”read more aboutLast year it was revealed that Shirley and Johannes would be making a cameo on the new series and Shirley revealed she was delighted to be involved.In a press conference she said: “The filming was one of the best days of my life.“We’re doing a guest appearance with Jojo. where I actually get to perform with Jojo and so many other dancers on the show, so I’m very, very excited for people to watch.”But the first episode was somewhat overshadowed by a tidal wave of discontent, after the BBC pushed back the show’s scheduled time, allowed the episodes to be aired in the US at a civilised hour.Most read in ShowbizThe latest instalment therefore landed on BBC I player at midnight UK time, which deprived die hard fans of their early viewing.One fuming fan penned on social media: “I don’t care if it’s down to time zones. Doctor Who airing at midnight in the UK so it can air at a respectable evening hour for yanks is when I start flag bashing. burn down the white house immediately.” Another quipped: “might move to America so I can watch Doctor Who at tea time again.”A third then jumped in: “Can the Americans take a step back from the pi**taking for one minute and realise that Doctor Who has been event television in the UK for over sixty years. It is ingrained into our culture and it is made in Britain!”This year marks the 60th anniversary of the time travelling show and last year three special episodes where aired to mark the occasion. The first special saw actor David Tennant returning as the Timelord alongside his former companion, Donna Noble, played by Catherine Tate.Strictly Come Dancing 2023,21-10-2023,TX5 – LIVE SHOW,Annabel Croft and Johannes Radebe,BBC,Guy LevyCredit: BBCBBC GRAB Shirley Ballas on Strictly Come Dancing 10 December 2023Credit: BBC More

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      Forgotten Gavin and Stacey actor becomes second star to ‘confirm’ they are returning

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      WHEN it comes to a hit sitcom, the main characters tend to be the main focus. But die hard fans never forget the pivotal role played by the supporting cast.Now that Gavin and Stacey is set to return for a final series, there appears, speculation is rife as to which cast members will return, alongside writers James Corden and Ruth Jones who will also star.He became a big star with his own US talkshow, but James Corden hasn’t forgotten his rootsCredit: PARobert Wilfort with his Gavin and Stacey co-star Rob BrydonCredit: BBCBut actor Robert Wilfort has now become the second star to confirm that he will be involved. The 47-year-old plays Stacey’s brother Jason and he took to social media to reveal tell his followers that he’s signed up up.Reposting the black and white photo of James Corden and Ruth Jones holding the script, he wrote, “Here we go then,” as a slew of fans rushed to congratulate him.One said: “Looking forward to this Robert.”read more aboutAnother one said: “ We finally have answers.”Meanwhile another wrote: “Best news ever.”Indeed Robert’s character Jason was involved in a famous fishing trip scene that has left fans asking questions about what happened ever since.The ‘fishing trip’ began life as a minor plot detail in Gavin and Stacey’s fifth episode and has ended in a conspiracy of vast proportions that has gripped the show across three seasons and two Christmas specials.Most read in ShowbizThe fascination of said trip, has also come as a surprise to the actor, who now confesses that the mystery helped to cement his role as an integral part of the show.He said: “It’s a mystery and I love that we’re never gonna find out. Or are we? Who knows? Maybe one day we will. But as far as I know, I don’t think the public will ever know what happened on that fateful trip.”Meanwhile British acting legend Alison Steadman, 77 has confirmed that she will return as Gavin’s mum Pam.Asked if her character will feature in the one-off festive special, Alison said, “yes!”.The Liverpool- born actress revealed it was very early days but insisted: “I know it’s going to happen.”I just haven’t seen the script – none of us has seen the script.”The popular BBC sitcom Gavin and Stacey was co-created and written by James and Ruth, who also starred as Smithy and Nessa, best friends of the titular couple Gavin (Matthew Horne) and Stacey (Joanna Page).The series ran from 2007 to 2010, with its first Christmas special airing on BBC One in 2008. However, it returned almost a decade later for another epic Christmas special in 2019.Viewers went wild over their fan-favourite characters returning to the small screen, but the episode finished on a major cliffhanger.READ MORE SUN STORIESNessa proposed to Smithy, but the episode ended before he gave his answer.The popular sitcom become an institution with millions tuning in on Christmas dayCredit: BBC More

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      ‘Just awful!’ rant Eurovision fans as they slam BBC over technical blunder as UK entry Olly Alexander performed on stage

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      EUROVISION fans were left frustrated with the BBC last night when they watched Olly Alexander’s performance for the semi-finals.The song contest is heating up now the finals are just days away. Olly Alexander is representing the UK in EurovisionCredit: SplashHe put on a show last night for the semi-finalsCredit: APBut fans have blasted the BBC for a technical blunder that might ruin his chancesCredit: SplashBut viewers were disappointed when the pop singer representing the UK let the team down last night due to technical difficulties.Olly performed his  song Dizzy with flair, but many complained that the sound was muffled and they could not hear him.One worried viewer shared: “Much as I want UK to do well at Eurovision, our choice of Olly Alexander singing while crashing around inside a box isn’t going to produce outstanding live vocals. Dodgy sound all round at SemiFinals 1, hope it’s better for SemiFinals2 and Grand Finals…”Another wrote: “Watching Olly Alexander’s performance, Great staging, the singing/sound was not great at all…”read more in musicA third hit out: “Olly Alexander vocals were awful.”The vocalist himself took to Instagram to explain what had gone wrong.Olly sighed: “My mic pack fell out halfway through the performance. I had to catch it, and – it just kind of threw me off.”The pop star looked upset, pulling a face before continuing: “I was worried I would…there were elements of the routine I couldn’t really do as well as I would’ve liked. Most read in Music”It was quite stressful. I thought my pack was just going to fall off entirely and my in-ears were going to…”Olly then made a gesture to depict the monitors falling out.Olly Alexander breaks silence on Eurovision backlash on ITV’s LorraineHowever, some fans flocked to reassure the singer on Instagram.One person shared: “Loved the staging & song, dropped his mic pack & carried on like a pro!”A second gushed: “THAT WAS INCREDIBLE!!!! People just trying to discredit the totally epic staging and song! .. yes he sounded a little breathy in places but overall … that was just incredible !!!!!! Best staging of the night!”Eurovision Song Contest entries 2024Here are all of the acts taking part in the Eurovision Song Contest.
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      Poland: LUNA – The Tower
      Iceland: Hera Björk – Scared of Heights
      Moldova: Natalia Barbu – In The Middle
      Azerbaijan: FAHREE feat. Ilkin Dovlatov – Özünlə Apar
      Australia: Electric Fields – One Milkali (One Blood) More

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      Who was Game of Thrones star Ian Gelder and was he married?

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      TRIBUTES have flooded in for Game of Thrones star Ian Gelder.The beloved actor lost his battle with bile cancer at age 74.Ian Gelder has died at age 74Ian Gelder’s husband Ben Daniels has paid tribute with this photoCredit: Instagram/bendanielsssWho was Game of Thrones star Ian Gelder?Ian Gelder is an actor well known for his role as Kevan Lannister in Game of Thrones.After an absence of three years, Gelder reprised his role in Season 5 and Season 6.What other shows and movies did Ian Gelder star in?Ian donned stages, TV and silver screens in hundreds of roles over the last 50 years.Fans will remember him for the part of Mr Dekker in Torchwood: Children of Earth.MORE ON GAME OF THRONESIn 2019, he guest-starred as Librarian Scholar Charles in the BBC TV series His Dark Materials and in 2020 guest-starred as Zellin in Doctor Who.Was Ian Gelder married?Ian was married to fellow actor Ben Daniels who announced his passing on InstagramThe couple had been together since 1993 after meeting during a production of Joe Orton’s Entertaining Mr Sloane.The Crown star wrote: “It is with huge huge sadness and a heavy heart broken into a million pieces that I’m leaving this post to announce the passing of my darling husband and life partner Ian Gelder. Most read in Showbiz“Ian was diagnosed with bile duct cancer in December and yesterday he passed at 1.07pm. “I’d stopped all work to be his carer but neither of us had any idea that it would all be so fast.First look at Line of Duty and Game of Thrones stars as they transform for new BBC drama Miss Austen“He was my absolute rock and we’d been partners for more than 30 years. If we weren’t together we spoke to each other everyday. “He was the kindest, most generous spirited and loving human being. He was a wonderful wonderful actor and everyone who worked with him was touched by his heart and light. “I honestly don’t know what I’ll do without him by my side. He coped with his dreadful illness with such bravery, with no self pity. Ever. “He was remarkable and will be so missed. This pic was taken at Christmas time after I’d got him out of hospital and even though he’d gone through the worst three weeks there you can still see his joy and love shining through. “Rest well my sweet Chianni. Xxxx” More

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      Ian Gelder dead at 74: Game of Thrones and Torchwood star dies after cancer battle – as husband pays emotional tribute

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      GAME Of Thrones star Ian Gelder has tragically died at age 74 after a battle with cancer.His husband, fellow actor Ben Daniels, announced his tragic passing this evening.Ian Gelder has died at age 74Ian Gelder’s husband Ben Daniels has paid tribute with this photoCredit: Instagram/bendanielsssGelder, left, starring in Game of ThronesCredit: HBOHe also guest-starred as Zellin in Doctor WhoThe couple had been together since 1993 after meeting during a production of Joe Orton’s Entertaining Mr Sloane.The Crown star wrote: “It is with huge huge sadness and a heavy heart broken into a million pieces that I’m leaving this post to announce the passing of my darling husband and life partner Ian Gelder. “Ian was diagnosed with bile duct cancer in December and yesterday he passed at 1.07pm. “I’d stopped all work to be his carer but neither of us had any idea that it would all be so fast.MORE ON GAME OF THRONES“He was my absolute rock and we’d been partners for more than 30 years. If we weren’t together we spoke to each other everyday. “He was the kindest, most generous spirited and loving human being. He was a wonderful wonderful actor and everyone who worked with him was touched by his heart and light. “I honestly don’t know what I’ll do without him by my side. He coped with his dreadful illness with such bravery, with no self pity. Ever. “He was remarkable and will be so missed. This pic was taken at Christmas time after I’d got him out of hospital and even though he’d gone through the worst three weeks there you can still see his joy and love shining through. Most read in Showbiz“Rest well my sweet Chianni. Xxxx”Ian donned stages, TV and silver screens in hundreds of roles over the last 50 years. First look at Line of Duty and Game of Thrones stars as they transform for new BBC drama Miss AustenHis is well known for his role as Kevan Lannister in Game of Thrones. After an absence of three years, Gelder reprised his role in Season 5 and Season 6.Fans will also remember him for the part of Mr Dekker in Torchwood: Children of Earth.In 2019, he guest-starred as Librarian Scholar Charles in the BBC TV series His Dark Materials and in 2020 guest-starred as Zellin in Doctor Who.Gelder as Mr Dekker in Torchwood: Children of EarthCredit: BBC More

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      Alesha Dixon teases new music video as she films in red bikini top and denim shorts while on the beach in Jamaica

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      IT has been more than 20 years since Alesha Dixon burst onto the pop scene as one third of the R& B girlband Mis-teeq.Since splitting in 2005, the 45 -year-old has become a star on prime time telly, appearing as a judge on BBC Strictly from 2009, then subsequently being poached by Simon Cowell to star on Britain’s Got Talent in 2012.Alesha shows off her incredible physique as she films her music videoCredit: InstagramThe star travelled to Jamaica, the birthplace of her father to film the videoCredit: InstagramBut now the mother-of-two appears to be returning to her roots, having recently got back from a work trip in Jamaica, where she filmed her new music video for her latest track.The TV star shared behind the scenes footage of her dancing in a pair of  denim hotpants and a red bikini top, her hair in long tresses down her back.The star clearly enjoyed being in Jamaica, which is the birthplace of her father Melvin, as she revealed that name of the single in the photo caption: “It’s bout to be a situation.”Featuring a raga style beat, the lyrics include: “We’re about to burn it down, its about to be a situation, Don’t say I don’t want ya, I’m about to put it on ya.’read more aboutThe images delighted her 1.1 million followers many of whom rushed to comment, including a slew of her famous friends.Singer, Paloma Faith wrote: “There is no one on this earth with a face as beautiful as yours.”TV star and activist Kate Piper said: “Good vibes”While others told her that she’s “smashing it.”Most read in ShowbizAfter leaving the girlband, Alesha released her solo album Fired Up in 2006 followed by her second album, The Alesha Show which landed her a BRIT Award nomination and was certified by the British Phonographic Industry.The star’s most recent albums, The Entertainer and Do It for Love, debuted in 2010 and 2015.The star has barely aged as she gyrated for the camerasCredit: InstagramThe star could certainly give younger pop stars a run for their moneyCredit: InstagramAlesha has a cross-generational appeal thanks to her role on BGTCredit: Rex More

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      Bernard Hill’s The Responder co-star shares unseen pic of late actor on set as series 2 of BBC show launches

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      BERNARD Hill’s The Responder co-star has shared an unseen picture of the late actor on set.Earlier today it was revealed that The Lord of The Rings actor Bernard passed away aged 79 in the early hours of this morning. Bernard Hill’s co-star has shared this image of him on setCredit: Twitter / @adiehollands3Today it was revealed that Bernard has passed away in the early hours of the morningCredit: PABernard appeared in BBC’s The Responder tonightCredit: BBCSince the news, many have taken to social media to pay tribute to the acting legend.Someone who worked on set of BBC’s The Responder, which Bernard starred in, took to X to share a picture of him from filming.They wrote on the social media platform: “I know you’re not supposed to take photos on set whilst filming but having just filmed a scene with him on #TheResponder this was just too good a moment not to capture…”A penny for your thoughts Bernard Hill ?….Read more on Bernard Hill”What a lovely man and what an unbelievable actor #RIPBernard.”Bernard appeared in the first series of The Responder as Tom. The show hit our screens in 2022.Tonight Bernard made another appearance on the start of the second series of The Responder. Most read in ShowbizCANCELLED APPEARANCEIt comes after it was revealed Bernard ‘pulled out of a Lord of The Rings cast reunion’ at Comic Con hours before his death.The star had been due to speak at the event in Liverpool this weekend but cancelled, telling organisers that his wife Marianna was sick.A message posted on Comic Con’s Instagram said: “Due to Bernard’s partner being taken very ill he can no longer attend the event.”He sends his sincere apologies and thanks you all for you understanding.”TOUCHING TRIBUTESBernard’s agent Lou Coulson confirmed his tragic death to the BBC.Many others took to social media to share their tributes.Barbara Dickson wrote on X: “It’s with great sadness that I note the death of Bernard Hill.”We worked together in John Paul George Ringo and Bert, Willy Russell marvellous show 1974-1975.”A really marvellous actor. It was a privilege to have crossed paths with him. RIP Benny.”Lindsay Salt, Director of BBC Drama, said: “Bernard Hill blazed a trail across the screen, and his long-lasting career filled with iconic and remarkable roles is a testament to his incredible talent.”From Boys from the Blackstuff, to Wolf Hall, The Responder, and many more, we feel truly honoured to have worked with Bernard at the BBC. Our thoughts are with his loved ones at this sad time.”Bernard played a number of incredible roles over the years.He took on the role of Captain Edward Smith in the Titanic.The star also played King Théoden in the Lord of the Rings trilogy.READ MORE SUN STORIES More