Day Headlines in Culture News: 2026-04-14
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Man wins €1m Picasso painting in €100 charity raffle (BBC entertainment 2026-04-14 21:40:24)
"How do I know this isn't a prank?" the winner asked when he answered a video call from Christie's auction house in Paris. -
Eddie Redmayne fined for speeding in 20mph zone (BBC entertainment 2026-04-14 16:25:46)
The actor admitted the offence but submitted a form too late to avoid court. -
Wolverhampton gig will complete my life, jokes Goldblum (BBC entertainment 2026-04-14 14:52:56)
Celebrated Hollywood actor Jeff Goldblum embarks on his first UK tour with his jazz orchestra. -
Bloodborne video game film adaptation announced with YouTuber Jacksepticeye (BBC entertainment 2026-04-14 12:44:28)
YouTuber Jacksepticeye will co-produce the film adapation of the popular Playstation game. -
Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa to receive honorary doctorate (BBC entertainment 2026-04-14 10:29:17)
Other recipients include Belle and Sebastian singer Stuart Murdoch and BBC journalist Sarah Smith. -
Chalamet thanked by Royal Ballet and Opera boss for boosting ticket sales (BBC entertainment 2026-04-14 09:34:42)
Alex Beard says the public response to Chalamet saying "no-one cares about ballet or opera" was "fantastic." -
Irish musician Moya Brennan dies aged 73 (BBC entertainment 2026-04-14 07:46:05)
The singer came to prominence when she began performing with her family in the group Clannad, which was formed in 1970 -
Oasis among record number of Brits entering Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (BBC entertainment 2026-04-14 01:09:49)
Sade, Phil Collins, Billy Idol and Joy Division/New Order are also among the recipients. -
Hollywood stars unite to oppose Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery merger (BBC entertainment 2026-04-14 00:39:03)
Stars like Emma Thompson and Ben Stiller signed an open letter against the deal, which Paramount said will ensure creators "have more avenues for their work, not fewer".