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    X Factor judge and huge noughties pop star headlining UK festival as she returns to the stage for one off show

    NICOLE Scherzinger is headlining a UK festival later this year.The pop legend shares the bill with fellow X Factor alum Rylan, Eurovision sensation Sam Ryder, and sixties icon Gladys Knight.Nicole Scherzinger is heading a UK festivalCredit: GettyRylan has also been announced to DJ at the festival on Friday nightCredit: GettySam Ryder will perfom on SundayCredit: GettyGladys Knight has fitted the festival into her tour and it will mark her final UK performance everCredit: GettyNicole will kick of the UK’s only black-tie music and arts festival set on the stunning Thames riverside on July 10.The former X Factor judge and ex-Pussycat Dolls star will perform hits and musical numbers from her career on a floating stage.Henley Festival will play out across five summer nights offering world-class music and comedy, topped off by a stunning fireworks display.It comes off the back of a whirlwind few months for Nicole.READ MORE ON X FACTORShe recently picked up an Olivier Award after she landed the Best Actress in a Musical gong for playing Norma Desmond in the hit Sunset Boulevard.She recently told Closer magazine about the role: “It was life changing. “The most exhausting thing in my life but the most rewarding.”It felt like I’d won the Olympics when it was finished. It was hard work but it’s my passion and I wear my heart on sleeve. Now we’re going to Broadway. It’s my dream job.Most read in Music“I’m living my best life performing on stage… But would do less shows.”Nicole Scherzinger fans can’t believe her real age as she shows off her washboard abs with sexy dance routine Andrew Lloyd Webber, the man behind the music in Sunset Boulevard, heaped praise on Nicole and her vocal abilities ahead of the show’s run at the Savoy Theatre.He said: “Nicole is one of the finest singers I have worked with, and I can’t wait to get started on this exciting show with her and the rest of this brilliant team.”After the Pussycat Dolls disbanded in 2010 Nicole launched a solo music career which saw her score five UK top 10 singles.She made her West End debut back in 2014 when she starred as Grizabella in the musical Cats.She also performed at the Coronation Concert for King Charles last year.The star is engaged to former rugby player Thom Evans.Nicole had five solo Top Ten singles, including a No1 with Don’t Hold Your Breath after the Pussycat Dolls disbanded.READ MORE SUN STORIESHer last solo single, Bang, was released in 2014 but she has collaborated on a number of tracks since, including The Drop with Dimitri Vegas and David Guetta in 2022.Punters will be treated to a set from Trevor NelsonCredit: Redferns – GettyComedy is on offer from Dara O’BriainCredit: GettySara Pascoe joins Dara on the comedy stageCredit: Getty – Contributor More

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    Charlotte Church reveals she’s not a millionaire anymore after blowing £25m fortune and downsizing to semi-detached home

    CHARLOTTE Church has revealed she’s no longer a millionaire and has downsized her home to life a more modest, humble lifestyle. The star shot to fame when she was just a teenager, dubbed ‘Voice Of An Angel’ with her classical singing, and raked in millions when she later became a pop star with songs including Crazy Chick. Charlotte has opened up about the decision to sell her homeCredit: RexCharlotte at The Spinney, her mansion in WalesCredit: WNSCharlotte later bought The Spinney, a six-bedroom rural mansion in her native Wales, and started The Arwen Project, which is described as “a rural, educational, environmental project in Wales, offering experiential learning for mainly young people”.The massive house includes a park-sized garden, a piano room, a customised bookcase automatically opening to reveal a perfectly hidden lounge, and nature-inspired decor. She also bought Rhydoldog House in Powys, turning it into a nature-based wellness retreat for women, putting £1.5million into the venture. But in March this year she was seen selling up The Spinney – earning a near £1million profit. READ MORE CHARLOTTE CHURCHBut in a new interview with Closer Magazine, Charlotte says she no longer has that kind of money, after years of effort to renovate it. Some of those renovations were captured for TV show Dream Build. “I am not a millionaire anymore,” she said. “What mattered to me when I bought The Spinney is it was absolutely beautiful and close to the forest and it was a big mansion house. “We had a school there for a bit and a studio. When it is used by the community, it makes sense, but when it is not used, it doesn’t. We want to be in the mainframe and be involved in life and what it feels like.” Most read in Showbiz”I was very fairy-tale-like and then it gets into this dark, twisted fairy tale,” she said of her decision to sell up. “When I think back on it now, the path I am on is very interesting in the way I reflect rather than the way I look at what happened to me.”Inside Charlotte Church’s epic home with ‘secret’ bookcase that leads into the singer home”When I made money, I did say to my dad when I was 14, ‘I am not sure about this showbiz stuff. I am really not having a good time’ and he was like, ‘Just stick at it as we don’t get these opportunities’.” she continued. “I did get to a stage in my teenage years, about 16 or 17, when I was like, ‘I don’t know if I can sing this s** t anymore’, but going around the world and singing in the biggest concert halls was phenomenal and I will be grateful for that experience. “It’s the biggest tool for healing and the biggest tool we have for togetherness.” Charlotte also revealed she was making music again after decades away, saying it was “her soul” and that the money has allowed her to be free to try new things, “Now I am able to do things that I am passionate about,” she said. “I have this retreat in mid Wales and it is lush. It’s just the way my brain works, thinking about society and thinking about utopian futures and what the world needs. “I feel deep at the core of my purpose, it is about healing and it always has been singing classical songs. People felt soothed by that. It is a deep part of my purpose.” Charlotte has been living a more holistic lifeCredit: RexThe star still owns a wellness retreat after selling up her homeCredit: Rex More

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    Noughties star returns to the UK for massive London festival 14 years after huge hit

    A NOUGHTIES pop star will share the stage with Stevie Nicks at BST Hyde Park – 14 years after her debut album and huge hit.Grammy Award winner Brandi Carlile has joined the star-studded bill on July 12 and will warm up the London crowds for the Fleetwood Mac legend.Noughties singer Brandi Carlile has been announced to perform in London in JulyCredit: GettyBrandi, pictured in 2022, is a huge star in the US and UK fans will remember her incredible 2007 hit The StoryCredit: Getty Images – GettyShe’ll warm up the crowd for music legend Stevie Nicks at BST Hyde ParkCredit: GettyThe American star, 42, shot to fame in 2007 following the release of her stunning ballad The story and her debut album of the same name.Her performance of the track on Saturday Night Live two years ago was classed as one of the greatest SNL gigs of all time.Over the years the country rock singer has been hailed for her phenomenal voice and captivating live shows, while releasing seven studio albums.Brandi has performed with and written songs for the likes of Stevie, Elton John, Dolly Parton, Alicia Keys, and Mumford and Sons.READ MORE ON FESTIVALSAdding extra sparkle to BST on the Friday will be Brit Award nominee Anna Calvi, from Twickenham, and Derbyshire-born Paris Paloma.The three women join a number of huge headline acts on the BST line-up this year including Kings Of Leon, Andrea Bocelli, Robbie Williams, Shania Twain, and Kylie Minogue for the concert series sponsored by American Express.Tickets are already on sale on major sites.It will be Stevie’s first show on UK soil in seven years.Most read in MusicMeanwhile, Kylie Minogue will headline BST Hyde Park the night after Stevie, on Saturday July 13, for the first time in nine years.The Sun revealed her spot on the bill last month, and a source said: “Kylie’s team have been in talks with BST for months and now it’s finally a done deal.Madonna and Kylie stun fans as legendary pop icons appear on stage together for the first time ever“She will play a huge headline set at BST in July and it’s going to be massive.“It’s already been an incredible year for Kylie after winning her second Grammy and getting named as the recipient of the Brits Icon award.”Her performance at BST will be the icing on the cake for an amazing few months.”Confirming the news, Kylie told The Sun: “I can’t wait to return to BST Hyde Park this summer.“My last appearance at this iconic event was in 2015 and it was a truly unforgettable experience. I’m so excited to see you all again.”LONDON, ENGLAND – MAY 25: Anna Calvi performs during the All Points East Festival at Victoria Park on May 25, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Matthew Baker/Getty Images)Credit: Getty – ContributorParis Paloma will also perform on the Hyde Park stage on July 12Credit: GettyPop icon Robbie Williams is headlining BST on July 6Credit: GettySZA is set to headline BST on June 29Credit: GettyKings of Leon have been announced for the first weekend of BST, on Sunday June 30Credit: Handout More

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    David Beckham broke major rule at Victoria Beckham’s star-studded 50th birthday bash with Spice Girls performance video

    DAVID Beckham may find himself in trouble after breaking a major rule at wife Victoria Beckham’s birthday bash. The Beckham family splashed out on a £250,000 bash across the weekend to celebrate Victoria’s 50th at Oswald’s in London. The viral video of the Spice Girls dancing could get him in trouble with the members clubCredit: Instagram/davidbeckhamHollywood A-listers flocked to London for the big nightCredit: InstagramSoon, the internet was set ablaze by David’s video of all five Spice Girls performing their hit single Stop together to the crowd of friends and family. However, according to the rules of Oswald’s – an ultra-exclusive members’ club – video and photography is not allowed, even if it is a once-in-a-decade song and dance with the biggest girl group of the 90s. A source told The Sun: “Oswald’s is so private and exclusive, it doesn’t even have photos inside its club on its website. “Taking pics or video inside is a real no no as the venue likes privacy for all of its very wealthy, VIP members, but when you’re David Beckham the rules don’t really apply. READ MORE BECKHAMS”Noone would have dared tell him to put his phone away.”We’re sure spending nearly a quarter of a million on dinner at drinks at the venue certainly swayed their vote. Joining David and Victoria for the event was all four of their children – Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz and Harper – as well as a sea of A-list faces. On top of the other four Spice Girls – comprised of Geri Horner, Emma Bunton, Mel B and Mel C – Tom Cruise, Gordon Ramsay, Jason Statham, Rosie Huntington-Whitely, Salma Hayek and Eva Longoria were among the guests. Most read in ShowbizAt the end of the night – with £500 gift bags to go home with – the stars looked worse for wear as they jumped in their cars home. Victoria, who came into the event with the aid of crutches, was piggy-backed home by her husband. David Beckham shares never seen before pics of wife Victoria as she celebrates 50th birthdayVictoria later took to Instagram after the party to thank her husband, and made a cheeky nod to their recent Netflix series – where they went viral for him catching her out for ‘not telling the truth’ about her ‘very working class’ background. Alongside a snap of them posing at their £30m home before they joined their guests, Victoria wrote: “I still can’t believe how special you made me feel on this evening, on my birthday, this entire week and all of our magical years together.”Thank you, I love you so much! I am being honest!!”All five Spice Girls were there for Victoria’s big nightCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskThe amazing bash cost more than £250,000Credit: InstagramVictoria cuddled up to Eva LongoriaCredit: InstagramJason Statham and Rosie Huntington-Whitely were among the attendeesCredit: SplashTom Cruise also enjoyed the attendeesCredit: Splash More

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    Inside Charlotte Dawson’s £500 a night luxury Maldives holiday as she shows off weight loss in bikini

    CHARLOTTE Dawson and partner Matt Sarsfield have taken their two children on a sun-soaked getaway in the idyllic Maldives. The family-of-four jetted off to the islands just off the North Indian ocean for some sun, sea and sangria, spending their days playing in the crystal clear ocean. Charlotte and her family had an idyllic break away to the MaldivesThe star lost a stone-and-a-half in the past few monthsCredit: InstagramSpending the week at Kandima Maldives – which has suites for £500 a night – Charlotte was seen beaming as she topped up her tan (when not using her own fake tan) while watching sons Noah, two, and nine-month old Jude, playing together. She also showed off the results of her latest weight loss efforts, having admitted she reached a point she was “not happy with” after struggling to get back to the weight she was before getting pregnant. In one photo, she showed off her stunning figure as she stood in a bikini on the beach, uttering her motto in the caption. “Too tanned to give a chuffin damn” Maldives style babay,” she wrote, admitting her dark tan was fake, explaining, “I always rock my tan on holiday I just don’t tan at all I’m like an under cooked chicken / prawn! So my tan is a must!!” READ MORE CHARLOTTE DAWSONIn another, where she was wearing a bright orange and pink two-piece, she reflected on the stone and a half of weight she lost ahead of the getaway. The mum-of-two has long been praised for sharing pics in her underwear as she progresses – often joking about her ‘jiggling’ belly and boobs in the honest posts.”Can you believe I’m in a skimpeh stringeh kiniiii on me jollies!,” she wrote.”And yes I know – troll alert! – I’ve got mummy crinkles and there’s still a way to go to get back to my bestest buttt… I am feeling myself in this! Most read in Showbiz”I cannot tell you how much more confident I am now since I’ve dropped that Stone and a half of timber. I really thought I’d be in the full body cover ups for this trip – but no!!” Other pics show her embracing her natural wavy hair as she enjoyed time in the hotel infinity pool – complete with a fruity floating breakfast with Jude and Noah in her arms. Matt also got in the ocean with her sons, with one photo showing the boys playing. Uploading every second of the trip, from outfit changes through to nights at dinner with her boys, Charlotte looked on proud as Noah showed off his dance moves with some of the other kids at the family friendly resort. When not looking after the kids, Charlotte invested in a little R&R with a massage to make her feel extra relaxed. The family of four have been clearly having a blastCredit: InstagramCharlotte has been showing off her wardrobe while awayCredit: InstagramJude and Noah have been enjoying spending time togetherCredit: InstagramCharlotte admits she struggles to tan – so always has fake tan at handProud mum Charlotte made sure there was plenty to do with the kidsCredit: Instagram More

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    National Lampoon star, 72, has barely aged a day in 40 years since hit movie as she performs at Patsy Cline tribute

    NATIONAL Lampoon star Beverly D’Angelo has barely aged a day in 40 years since the hit movie as she performed onstage in Nashville last night. The 72-year-old, who played Ellen Griswold in the popular franchise, looked and sounded incredible performing at the Ryman Auditiorum in Tennessee as part of Walkin’ After Midnight: The Music of Patsy Cline. National Lampoon star Beverly D’Angelo hit the stage last night as part of a Patsy Cline tributeCredit: GettyThe actress looked amazing in a glitzy two-piece suit and leopard print blouseCredit: GettyBeverly pictured with Chevy Chase in National Lampoon’s Christmas VacationCredit: RexBeverly opted for a sparkling black suit and plunging leopard print blouse. The star completed the glamorous look with a fedora hat.The American actress was joined by the likes of Ashley McBryde, Mickey Guyton, Tanya Tucker and Wynonna Judd as part of the tribute.Patsy shot to fame in the 40s with her incredible country music and is known for songs such as Hot Country.Read more on moviesThe star died aged 30 in 1963.Back in 1980 Beverly actually took on the role of Patsy in Coal Miner’s Daughter back in 1980.The American History X star was later nominated for the Golden Globe award for best supporting actress after that role. Beverly shared the news that she was going to star in the show back in March on Instagram. Most read in ShowbizShe told fans: “I am helping to bring the magic of Patsy Cline’s music to The Ryman Auditorium on April 22, 2024. I’ll be filling you in with more details soon.”Fans rushed to the comments section to share their excitement. One wrote: “Love her music.”Another said: “That sounds absolutely brilliant. Be a dream.””Oh I’m super excited for you, Beverly!,” a third added. Arguably Beverly is best known for her role in the series of National Lampoon Vacation films. She played main character Ellen in all the films which hit our screens in the 80s.Her alter-ego was married to character Clark Wilhelm Griswold Jr AKA Sparky. There are a number of movies in the franchise including National Lampoon’s Vacation, National Lampoon’s European Vacation, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, Vegas Vacation and Vacation. The movies were released between 1983 and 2015.Fans were also treated to a spin-off that aired in 2003 called National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation 2.Beverly has also appeared in numerous other TV shows and films over the years.READ MORE SUN STORIESHer roles include Law & Order, Family Guy, The Simpsons and Cougar Town. Others include A Streetcar Named Desire, Hair and American History X.The star performed in Nashville on Monday nightCredit: GettyBeverly pictured back in 1985Credit: Alamy More

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    Nineties pop frontwoman, 52, has barely aged a day in 28 years since hit song – as she reunites with indie icon

    THEIR biggest hit never fails to dish out a fuzzy dose of 90s nostalgia whenever its spacey tones ooze through speakers.Nearly three decades after Dubstar released the dreamy Stars, frontwoman Sarah Blackman, 52, looks like she’s barely aged a day.Sarah Blackman from Dubstar has barely changed since the 90sCredit: Instagram/dubstarukFormer Lush star Emma Anderson on a night out with SarahCredit: Instagram/emmaandersonmusicThe singer, who joined the North East group in 1993 and took over vocal duties from Steve Hillier, fondly remembers the group’s heyday.Earlier this year the band shared footage from an appearance on Top of the Pops to mark the anniversary of their first top 20 hit in the UK.The Dubstar Instagram account wrote: “Celebrating 28 years this week since Not So Manic Now took us into the top 20.”We remember it – do you?!”READ MORE ON THE NINETIESFans certainly hadn’t forgotten.One person posted: “Remember it? How could I ever forget. This and Stars have stayed with me, all these yearsAnother said: “You’ve not aged a single second, gorgeous gorgeous Sarah! Eyes for days. Icon!”A third wrote: “The voice! The music! The eyelashes! That mic stand! An arrow went straight into my heart when I first heard this song, and like many others, I taped this performance off the TV too! Still remarkable after all these years!”Most read in MusicDubstar released their first album, Disgraceful, in 1995 after recording the LP with Pet Shop Boys producer Stephen Hague.The album reached number 30 while its singles fared even better with Not So Manic and a re-release of Stars both cracking the top 20.They achieved the feat again in 1997 when No More Talk charted at number 20.Those heady 90s days are all a bit of a blur now to Sarah, who called the period “insane” in an interview with NME.Recalling memorable moments from the era, she said: “At the first party we went to, Björk was running around with her little hands on her head pretending they were horns and charging into peoples’ stomachs pretending to be a bull.”She then revealed her brutal assessment of the Spice Girls before they achieved superstardom.Sarah explained: “And then there’s the unforgettable sight of the Spice Girls sitting crossed-legged gazing up at me as I sang live at an industry do where us, them, and Kavana were entertaining people at the EMI pressing plant. “The Spice Girls hadn’t released anything yet and I was standing next to Simon Fuller. As we watched them perform, he asked: ‘What do you think?’ – to which I responded: ‘I think they’re the biggest piece of sh*t I’ve ever seen!’  Weeks later, they were the biggest pop sensation since the Beatles!”Dubstar had three top 20 hits in the 90sCredit: GettyThe group formed in the North EastCredit: Twitter/sarahblackwoodIn 2002 Sarah formed electronic group Client with Kate Holmes and, despite limited commercial success, they worked with some big industry names.Depeche Mode’s Martin Gore and The Libertines’ Carl Barât and Pete Doherty were among the collaborators.”The beginnings of Client was bonkers in itself,” said Sarah. “The band Technique had lost their singer, and were due to support Depeche Mode in three weeks, so it was suggested I step in and meet with [Technique’s] Kate Holmes. So my first gig was in front of 45,000 Depeche Mode fans in Germany, and I was terrified.”One of Sarah’s more recent social media pictures saw her on a night out with indie hero Emma Anderson from the 90s band Lush.Rising to prominence at the same time as Dubstar, Lush came to an end in 1996 after drummer Chris Acland died by suicide.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe tragedy followed the band’s album Lovelife reaching the top 10 of the UK chart. More

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    Iconic Nineties band reveal new music and tour as they reunite with Oasis star 30 years after split

    90S BAND Kula Shaker will be making their comeback – with new music on the way as well as a brand new tour. The psychedelic rock group, composed of Crispian Mills, Alonza Bevan, Paul Winterhart and Jay Darlington, enjoyed major mainstream success from 1995 to 1999. Kula Shaker had massive hits including Hush in the 90sCredit: Getty – ContributorThe band is now heading out on a new tourCredit: RexStanding out from the Britpop surge of the time, Kula Shaker took a lot of influence from traditional Indian music and culture, with many of their lyrics written in Sanskrit. Their hits included Hey Dude, Hush, Govina, Sound of Drums and Tattva. Speaking on BBC Radio Sussex yesterday, Crispian revealed the group will be making a return with the full line-up. This includes Jay Darlington, who has been performing with Oasis for the past decade. READ MORE MUSIC”He was playing with oasis for, like 12/15 years, so we had a break.”You know, musicians, people who sort of find themselves in the pop charts, they tend to retire when they’re about 21,” Crispian laughed. “They’re like footballers, you know?” “So I had this sort of typical sort of nervous breakdown that you do when you’re 23/24, and we had to have a break just to sort of make sense of it all,” he continued. “Because we did so well when we were kids, and we just needed a bit of space to let the dust settle.” And when we started making records again in 2006, Jay had already gone off with the Gallagher Brothers, so it took us a while to get him back into get a window in his schedule. We kidnapped him from a gig in Kuala Lumpur, and he’s never looked back.” Most read in MusicOn Sunday, they performed the first of multiple shows that will send them across the world at the Tramshed in Cardiff. Kula Shaker Tour Dates 2024
    23 April – De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill
    25 April – The Wulfrun, Wolverhampton
    26 April – Electric Ballroom, London (SOLD OUT)
    27 April – Electric Ballroom, London
    29 April – Boiler Shop, Newcastle
    30 April – SWG3 TV Studio, Glasgow
    01 May – O2 Academy, Leeds
    03 May – O2 Ritz, Manchester
    4 May – Marble Factory, Bristol
    5 May – 02 Academy, Bournemouth
    11 May – Technikum, Munich
    13 May – Alcatraz, Milan
    14 May – Orion, Rome
    16 May – Alhambra, Paris
    17 May – Poppodium Boerderij, Zoetermeer
    18 May – De Roma, Antwerp
    19 May – Muziekgieterij, Maastricht
    25 July -Brooklyn Bowl, NY

    One of their shows at the Electric Ballroom in Camden, London, has already sold out. The new performances will then end in New York, performing at the esteemed Brooklyn Bowl. The new gigs are in line with their new double-A side singles, Bringing It Back Home and Rational Man.The group has not been been seen in its original form in decadesCredit: RexThe band’s keyboardist Jay Darlington (right) later went out tour with the GallaghersCredit: Rex More