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    Who is Hannah Waddingham, is she married and when is she on the Jonathan Ross Show?

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    HANNAH Waddingham has been known as an actress and singer since her West End debut 24 years ago.But who is she and what TV shows has she been on?Hannah Waddingham is a talented singer and actressCredit: GettyWho is Hannah Waddingham?Hannah Waddingham was born on July 28, 1974, and is a singer and actress.She is known for her work on the screen and stage.The actress was born in Wandsworth in London and her mother, Melodie Kelly, was an opera singer.Hannah is a graduate of the Academy of Live and Recorded Arts, and has an impressive four octave vocal range.Read more on Hannah WaddinghamShe started out in dinner theatre, performing in the interactive comedy Joni And Gina’s Wedding.What role did Hannah Waddingham have in Game of Thrones?In 2016, Hannah hit the big-time when she was cast as Septa Unella in the fifth season of Game Of Thrones.Her character featured in the infamous scene where Cersei Lannister gets revenge on Septa by waterboarding her.During an appearance on the Collider Ladies Night podcast, Hannah opened up about the challenging filming process on Game Of Thrones.Most read in CelebrityShe said: “Other than childbirth, it was the worst day of my life.”Because Lena (Headey, who played Cersei Lannister) was uncomfortable pouring liquid in my face for that long, and I was beside myself.”Hannah Waddingham as Septa Unella in Games of ThronesCredit: HBOWhat other roles is Hannah Waddingham famous for?These days, Hannah is best known for playing Richmond FC owner Rebecca Welton on the smash hit series, Ted Lasso.She has proved so popular on the Apple TV show, that she has won two Emmys for the role.Benidorm fans will also remember her from the fifth series of the hit ITV show playing Tonya Dyke.In an interview with The Mirror in 2021, Hannah said: “I’d never been groped in my life, but I was groped three times in one week in Benidorm.”To get on set, I had to walk through the hotel dressed as Tonya in some non-existent bikini and high heels with blokes gawping at me… or rather groping me.”I had to stop myself doing what I’d instinctively do – knock their blocks off – because I was working.”Hannah also has a recurring role on Netflix’s Sex Education as Jackson Marchetti’s mother, and starred as Jax-Ur in TV series Krypton.She played Lady Bellaston in the Tom Jones mini-series, and was seen in the sequel to Hollywood blockbuster Hocus Pocus 2, playing The Witch.At the 2022 Super Bowl Hannah was thrown into the spotlight in the Rakuten ad, and in May 2023 she gained a whole new fanbase hosting the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest.Hannah Waddingham on romance- -My love life is dry…but all those negative men can sod off until someone fabulous comes alongHow tall is Hannah Waddingham?Hannah is known for her incredible stature and impressive physique.Because of this, fans often wonder how tall the actress really is.We can confirm that Hannah stands at an impressive 5 foot 11 inches (1.8m).Is Hannah Waddingham married and does she have children?As of April 2024 Hannah is single, but was previously in a relationship with hotelier Gianluca Cugnetto.During their relationship they welcomed a daughter together in 2015.It is not clear when Hannah parted ways with the father of her child.But the former couple now co-parent daughter Kitty together, with Hannah juggling roles to ensure she’s close to home. She told Michelle Visage on the Rule Breakers podcast about her preferences in men and dating: “I mean I think we all have time if you make time.”But I’m a pretty picky girl really and have such a very specific kind of criteria of things.”One of the main things with guys, just come on man, positivity – positivity and charisma and I’m your gal.”But there’s an awful lot of misogs (miserable old gits) out there. “I don’t need it.”I don’t go much on stereotypical cutey pie, whatever, sexy, whatever.”I want a guy that scoops me up and goes ‘I’ve got you, I don’t care if you’ve got your make-up on or not, I’m happy to lie in bed with you and have Marmite on toast and a glass of milk.”And just be a lovely positive, charismatic soul.”READ MORE SUN STORIESWhen is she on the Jonathan Ross Show?Hannah is going to be on the Jonathan Ross Show on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 10.05 pm on ITV.The show can be rewatched either online on ITVX or at 11.05 pm ITV+1 on the air day of the show. More

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      Who is Coronation Street and Brookside star Claire Sweeney?

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      CLAIRE Sweeney started her rise to fame when she starred in Channel 4’s legendary soap, Brookside.Since then her star has continued to shine, and she is now a member of the Coronation Street cast AND is taking part in Dancing On Ice.
      Soap star Claire Sweeney is taking part in Dancing On IceCredit: ITV
      Who is Claire Sweeney?
      Born on April 17, 1971, Claire Sweeney is an actress and singer from Liverpool.
      Her big break came when she joined the cast of Brookside in 1989.
      In 2001, she appeared in the first series of Celebrity Big Brother alongside Jack Dee, who won the show, as well as Anthea Turner, Vanessa Feltz, Chris Eubank and Keith Duffy.
      The show, which was in aid of Comic Relief, ran for eight days, and Claire came in second place.
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      The popular star was also a regular on Loose Women from 2003 until 2005.
      In 2004, she appeared in the first series of Strictly Come Dancing and finished in fifth place out of eight contestants.
      As of January 2024, Claire is taking part in Dancing On Ice, and is partnered with pro skater Colin Grafton.
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      What was Claire Sweeney’s role in Brookside?
      Claire played Lindsay Corkill for ten years from 1989.
      She then left the show and worked as a singer on P&O cruise ships for four years before returning to the UK.
      She reprised her role in Brookside and stayed on as Lindsay until 2003 when the show was axed by Channel 4.
      When did Claire Sweeney join Coronation Street?
      Soap fans were thrilled when Claire joined Coronation Street in June 2023.
      In the much-loved show, she plays Tyrone Dobbs’ mother, Cassie Plummer.
      Speaking about playing Cassie and joining Corrie, the actress said in a statement at the time: “Even though I’ve been lucky enough to have enjoyed an amazingly varied career for nearly 40 years, being cast in Coronation Street is, to me, better than being cast in a Hollywood movie!”
      Who did Claire Sweeney play in Benidorm?
      Claire played a ‘no-nonsense’ ground crew worker at the airport of the Spanish resort in the last ever episode of ITV’s Benidorm, which aired in May 2018.
      Her character ruffled a few feathers, starting with the Dawson family who she came face to face with as they tried to board a plane back to the UK.
      She starred alongside her former Brookside co-star Kate Fitzgerald who played cougar gran Loretta on Benidorm.
      Kate played Doreen Corkhill on Brookside, while Claire played Lindsey. More

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      Who is Tony Maudsley? Kenneth du Beke in Benidorm and Sleepy Hollow and Harry Potter actor

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      THE Coronation Street actor was best known for his role as a hairdresser on Benidorm before the show came to an end.Here’s all you need to know about Tony Maudsley…
      Tony Maudsley joined Coronation Street in 2020.
      Who is Tony Maudsley?
      English television and film actor Tony Maudsley, 55, was born January 30, 1968, in Liverpool.
      He has been a part of the Coronation Street cast since 2020, playing George Shuttleworth on the show since 2020.
      He is perhaps best known for playing Kenneth DuBeke in the ITV comedy series Benidorm, which ended in 2018.
      Tony’s career began when he earned a role in the film A Life for a Life in 1998, in which he played Stefan Kiszko.
      He has since starred in numerous TV shows including Doc Martin, Miss Marple and Ordinary Lives.
      He has also featured in many films including 1999’s Sleepy Hollow, playing Van Ripper.
      Tony joined the star-studded Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix cast, as Grawp, Hagrid’s giant brother.
      In December 2023, he joined the Coronation Street team on the annual festive ITV show The Big Quiz: Coronation Street vs Emmerdale. 
      Does Tony appear in theatre as well?
      Tony has enjoyed a successful career on the stage, too.
      In 2016, he had the role of Edna Turnblad in the touring Hairspray musical.
      Tony also made his pantomime debut in 2016 as Dame Trott in Jack and the Beanstalk at the Theatre Royal, Nottingham.
      The following year, he returned to panto playing Genie of the Lamp in Aladdin at the Swansea Grand Theatre.
      What films has Tony been in?
      Tony played the part of Van Ripper in the 1999 film, Sleepy Hollow with Johnny Depp.
      He played Joseph Sedley in Vanity Fair and Hagrid’s brother, Grawp, in Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.
      Tony also had a role in the The Bad Education Movie as a barman.
      He has also been in Irish Jam and Bright Young Things.
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      What is Benidorm?
      ITV’s award-winning show Benidorm developed cult status among viewers after a ten-season run.
      The comedy follows the lives of Brits abroad at the all-inclusive The Solana Hotel in the heart of Benidorm, with hilarious consequences.
      Tony played hairdresser Kenneth du Beke on the show before it ended in 2018. More

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      Who is Joan Collins and what is her net worth?

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      WITH her glamourous looks and long career in showbusiness, Joan Collins is the epitome of a Hollywood star.The British-born actress is best known for starring in the 1980s hit show Dynasty, but she has done much more than that throughout her life.
      Joan Collins is best known for Dynasty in the 80s (left) but still oozes glamour decades onCredit: AP:Associated Press/GETTY
      Who is Joan Collins?
      Joan Collins is a much-loved actress, author and TV star.
      She made her feature film debut as a beauty contest entrant in Lady Godiva Rides Again (1951) followed by The Woman’s Angle (1952) in a minor role as a Greek maid.
      Next was a more significant role as a gangster’s moll in Judgment Deferred (1952).
      Her big break came when the Rank Organisation signed her for a major role in I Believe in You (1952).
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      During the 1970s, she starred in several films including The Quest For Love (1971), Fear In The Night (1972) and Empire of the Ants (1977).
      In 1981, Joan joined the show Dynasty for its second season.
      She played Alexis Colby, the ex-wife of oil tycoon Blake Carrington.What age is Joan Collins?
      Joan was born in Paddington, London on May 23, 1933.
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      She is the daughter of Elsa Collins (née Bessant), a dance teacher and nightclub hostess, and Joseph William Collins who was an agent and had clients including Shirley Bassey, The Beatles, and Tom Jones.
      She was educated at the Francis Holland School, an independent day school for girls in London and then trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.
      Joan is the older sister of the late best-selling novelist Jackie Collins, who passed away in 2015 following a battle with breast cancer.
      The same year Joan was made Dame by the Queen for her charitable services.
      Is Joan Collins married?
      Joan has been married a whopping FIVE times during her life.
      Since February 2002, she has been wed to her fifth husband Percy Gibson, who is 31 years her junior.
      “The fact that I was older didn’t matter to us,” she said in an interview at the time of the wedding. “It was giddy, it was fantastic and Percy and I fell madly in love.
      “I’ve finally found my true soulmate. And my husband forever.”
      Does Joan Collins have any children?
      Joan has three daughters, from two different relationships.
      She welcomed Tara and Alexander with her second husband, actor Anthony Newley.
      Joan then had her third daughter with her third husband, American businessman Ron Kass.
      She is also the godmother of supermodel Cara Delevingne.
      What is Joan Collin’s net worth?
      During her long career Joan has built up an impressive net worth.
      As of 2023, she has a fortune of around £20M.
      But speaking to the Radio Times, the outspoken Joan said: “I’m not exactly rich, no.
      “Rich, as Robert Wagner said to me, is having f*** you money.”
      What has Joan Collins starred in recently?
      Joan has continued to work, most notably she had a recurring role in ITV’s Benidorm.
      On the much-loved series she played Crystal Hennesey-Vaas, the CEO of the Solana Hotel Group
      Joan has also appeared on American Horror Story, The Royals, and Hawaii Five-0. More

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      Benidorm star marries Hollywood actor as friends share first pics of romantic wedding party

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      BENIDORM star Bel Powley has married fellow actor Douglas Booth after a two-year engagement.The couple announced they were engaged in July 2021 ,and tied the knot in London over the weekend.
      Bel Powley and Douglas Booth have married and friends shared behind-the-scenes photosCredit: Instagram
      Another pal posted a snap of the couple kissing after they tied the knot in LondonCredit: Instagram
      Bel played Bianca Dyke in Benidorm during her younger years
      Bel, 32, wowed in a princess dress that featured a full skirt and fitted bodice, while Riot Club actor Douglas, 30, looked dapper in a blue suit.
      Friends shared behind-the-scenes photos from their big day showing the couple kissing in the gardens of their wedding venue, and on the dance floor as guests surrounded them.
      Hollywood actress Bel, who first found fame playing Bianca Dyke in Benidorm, had changed into a short beaded cocktail dress.
      Their pal gushed next to the snap: “A wonderful day celebrating two of the biggest legends and their love for each other – thank you @belpowley and @douglasbooth for all the joy.”
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      Bel was a member of the Dyke family from Watford, who spoke in Cockney accents and didn’t take any stick from anyone on their package holiday in Benidorm.
      And loudmouth Bianca was nothing like Bel’s future roles.

      She has since starred in Hollywood movies The King of Staten Island with Pete Davidson, Mary Shelley with Elle Fanning, and White Boy Rick with Matthew McConaughey.
      The actress was first linked to Great Expectations star and Riot Club actor Douglas Booth in 2017, after they filmed Mary Shelley together.
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      He popped the question four years later, and shared sweet photos of them grinning as Bel flashed her huge engagement ring.
      Douglas captioned his pics: “Very, VERY happy.”
      Before dating Bel, Douglas was linked to The Serpent actress Ellie Bamber.
      The couple got engaged in 2021Credit: Instagram
      Douglas Boothand and Bel Powley at the Golden Globe Awards after party at The Beverly Hilton Hotel in 2019Credit: Getty
      Loudmouth Bianca was nothing like Bel’s future roles
      Bel, second left, as Bianca with her on-screen family including Hannah Waddingham More