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Number of headlines in database: 78
Last update: 2026-09-30 00:21:03
Number of headlines in database: 78
Last update: 2026-09-30 00:21:03
BBC entertainment Headlines
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Michael Sheen says being an actor will be a disadvantage on Celebrity Traitors (2026-09-29 16:58:58)
The Hollywood actor says he is a big fan of the BBC reality show, which he will now try and win. -
National museums to stay free for all visitors (2026-09-29 15:04:31)
It follows discussions about whether charging tourists could boost museums' finances. -
Booker Prize nominee praises his school teachers (2026-09-29 14:44:05)
Luke Kennard, who grew up in Chard, is shortlisted for the award for his novel Black Bag. -
Close-up look at Turner's '£50m' Rome painting on show in the city (2026-09-29 14:10:38)
Turner’s early 19th century painting - Rome, from Mount Aventine - will be on display in the Italian capital for the first time ahead of an auction in London in December. -
Gisele Pelicot rape case to be told in London play (2026-09-29 11:54:41)
Thirty actors will take part in the documentary-style performance based on documents from the trial. -
Taylor Swift dominated the VMAs, but do music videos still matter? (2026-09-29 11:38:55)
Cinematographer Melissa Cofie says their purpose has evolved with the growth of platforms like TikTok. -
Celine Dion kicks off Paris Fashion Week with surprise performance (2026-09-29 10:20:14)
The singer appeared at the end of L'Oreal's annual show as the French fashion bonanza kicked off. -
Sir Ranulph Fiennes' relatives tell BBC it's 'very painful' not being able to visit him (2026-09-29 09:13:43)
It has been alleged that Sir Ranulph has been admitted to a number of care homes under assumed names. -
Mistakes to avoid when buying Glastonbury tickets (2026-09-29 08:59:47)
Tips and expert advice to ensure you have the best success when buying Glastonbury 2027 tickets. -
I paid £30,000 for an 'influencer' degree. Here's why (2026-09-29 07:02:07)
Content creation degrees aim to help people make money from social media, but are they worth the money? -
Blue Lights: The police drama hitting home in Northern Ireland (2026-09-29 03:24:39)
As the award winning series returns, it highlights tensions between police and communities in Northern Ireland. -
Slipknot fans hit back after Marilyn Manson announced as support act for UK show (2026-09-28 17:00:29)
The heavy metal band will be joined by the US rock musician during their London show. -
Angela Scanlon takes over Sara Cox's drivetime slot on Radio 2 (2026-09-28 08:05:20)
The station also announces a new presenter for its country show after Bob Harris's departure. -
Taylor Swift breaks record for most MTV VMAs as Madonna also wins (2026-09-28 07:40:05)
Swift took home the big award for video of the year on a night when the original Queen of Pop performed. -
Watch: Madonna and Taylor Swift win big at the MTV VMAs (2026-09-28 06:22:52)
Taylor Swift, Madonna, and LISA were among the big winners at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) on Sunday evening in downtown Los Angeles. -
'All options' considered for Banksy's flag statue (2026-09-28 04:56:32)
Westminster City Council says it is the statue's custodian and is responsible for its safety. -
Taylor Swift and Charli XCX among stars to light up VMAs red carpet (2026-09-28 01:16:18)
Celebrities posed for the cameras ahead of the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles. -
News media must stay relevant or 'society will struggle', says World News Day organiser (2026-09-27 23:27:22)
World News Day aims to highlight the role of news providers in investigating and explaining important events. -
Our Friends in the North still relevant - writer (2026-09-27 10:58:26)
Peter Flannery says a new stage version of the classic TV show will resonate with modern audiences. -
Traitors star burgled after sharing holiday photos (2026-09-27 06:19:47)
Paul Gorton urges people to think twice before sharing holiday pictures before they are back home. -
Celebrity Traitors 2 cast: Who are this year's 'big dogs' and dark horses? (2026-09-26 23:01:47)
The reality TV game show returns on Thursday, with 21 stars vying to win £100,000 for their chosen charity. -
Radio 2 presenter to take on 'greatest ever distance' in Children in Need challenge (2026-09-26 19:09:44)
Owain Wyn Evans will cycle almost 400 miles, setting off from Glasgow and finishing in Cardiff. -
Met to re-examine CCTV from Jill Dando murder case (2026-09-26 13:21:27)
Police are reviewing footage of a man at Putney Bridge station after the Crimewatch presenter was shot in 1999. -
Liam Neeson involved in new movie revealing story behind Tuam babies (2026-09-26 05:43:54)
The Lost Children of Tuam, co-produced by Liam Neeson, is now in cinemas. -
Media outlets banned by Trump resume White House coverage after judge's order (2026-09-25 18:36:30)
US TV news coverage of the White House returns to normal after a judge lifted Trump's ban of three news outlets. -
U2 celebrate 50th anniversary at the school where they formed (2026-09-25 16:52:10)
The rock band go back to their roots, playing a gig in the Dublin playground where they first met. -
Ex-GTA developer's studio faces closure after debut game flopped (2026-09-25 16:17:20)
Build A Rocket Boy, founded by Leslie Benzies, has gone into administration after its debut game flopped. -
Ed Sheeran's next US concerts cancelled due to storm warning (2026-09-25 15:51:52)
The star's concerts in Massachusetts on Friday and Saturday are cancelled after severe weather warnings. -
Some BBC channels and radio stations 'may well' have to close, director general says (2026-09-25 12:00:11)
The BBC's financial situation "may well mean" some channels and stations close, Matt Brittin says. -
Some BBC channels and radio stations may well have to close, director general says (2026-09-25 12:00:11)
The BBC's financial situation "may well mean" some channels and stations close, Matt Brittin says. -
Jay-Z rape accuser says her allegation was false (2026-09-25 10:51:28)
A woman who accused Jay-Z of raping her when she was 13 now says she has never met the rap superstar. -
Robbie Williams' surprise singalong after Peru gig cancelled (2026-09-25 09:20:04)
Robbie Williams gave an impromptu performance outside a hotel in Lima after his stadium concert was cancelled. -
Turner Prize gallery 'centre of creative universe' (2026-09-25 05:12:36)
Work by four artists nominated for the prize will go on display from 26 September. -
British rapper Yung Filly to face rape retrial in Australia next June (2026-09-25 04:02:54)
Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos was cleared of several sexual offences in July but a jury was undecided on three rape charges. -
Media outlets banned by Trump denied access to White House dinner despite judge's order (2026-09-25 01:10:35)
CNN and MS NOW said reporters were denied access to covering White House arrivals for a state dinner, despite a judge ruling their passes must be restored. -
From Nagaland to a path to the Oscars: Indian film brings a rarely seen world to global cinema (2026-09-24 23:41:10)
After a major win at Toronto, Angh, a film from northeastern India, is now on a path towards the Oscars. -
Catherine Zeta-Jones bases new role on funny Welsh people she knows (2026-09-24 21:54:20)
Zeta-Jones plays Jackie Price, a former cocaine dealer who is targeted by assassins, in Kill Jackie. -
BBC upholds complaints over Victoria Beckham slur on Have I Got News For You (2026-09-24 18:18:55)
Two viewers complained to the BBC over the "gratuitously offensive" comment made during the show. -
Rapper Macklemore announces 'Free Palestine' tour after Ed Sheeran fallout (2026-09-24 17:55:44)
Proceeds from the tour, which begins in Dublin next month, will go to organisations supporting Palestinians, he says. -
White House restores access to media outlets banned by Trump after judge's order (2026-09-24 17:49:20)
CNN, Politico and MS NOW were allowed back into the White House after some of their staff were earlier turned away. -
Greek PM urges Burnham to return Elgin Marbles permanently (2026-09-24 16:36:33)
Andy Burnham said in 2023 the sculptures should be returned to Greece with "no strings attached". -
Hundreds attend Jacob Elordi lookalike competition (2026-09-24 16:22:58)
The contest, organised by a group from the University of Bristol, included an Australian accent round. -
Gavin and Stacey stars join Ruth Jones for 60th birthday party at social club (2026-09-24 15:32:48)
The party took place at the Porthcawl and Kenfig Hill RAFA Club where her parents were members. -
'Cheeky' fees prompts choirs to pull out of Andrea Bocelli gig (2026-09-24 12:38:18)
Choirs say they're withdrawing from the Principality Stadium event because of the £42 per member charge. -
'Cheeky' fees prompts choirs to pull out of festival headlined by Andrea Bocelli (2026-09-24 12:38:18)
Choirs say they're withdrawing from the Principality Stadium event because of the £42 per member charge. -
Teen rocker Nene Royal becomes first Thai to win America's Got Talent (2026-09-24 06:47:12)
Her heavy metal performance trumped nine other finalists, including magicians and even a robot crew. -
Harry Potter play producer says cost of living made two-part show 'impossible' (2026-09-24 06:45:25)
The London production, which has been running for 10 years, will reopen next month as a one-part show. -
The chef turned award-winning author unfazed by 'second book syndrome' (2026-09-24 05:14:13)
Louise Kennedy, the author of Trespasses, says everyone "should give anything they fancy a lash". -
Will.i.am backs campaign for Sir Tom Jones to return to The Voice (2026-09-23 22:03:27)
Sir Tom Jones, 86, has appeared as an on-off coach on the ITV show since 2012. -
Federal judge delays ruling on White House media ban (2026-09-23 21:53:38)
During a roughly 45-minute hearing, a lawyer for CNN, Politico and MS NOW disputed Trump administration arguments that the ban was over national security concerns. -
Netherlands to return to Eurovision after 2026 boycott (2026-09-23 17:17:47)
The country did not participate in this year's contest but will return next year in Bulgaria. -
Singer Michael Kiwanuka reveals he is recovering from a stroke (2026-09-23 16:19:16)
The award-winning musician says he faces a "tough journey ahead" after a "quite severe" brain injury. -
Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in prison for sexual assault (2026-09-23 16:15:57)
the disgraced Hollywood producer is already serving a sentence of 23 years for rape and sexual assault in another case. -
Uproar in France over award-winning author accused of using AI (2026-09-23 15:28:05)
Canadian-Haitian writer Thélyson Orélien has just been awarded the Prix du Roman Fnac for his first novel. -
Charlotte Church accuses Ed Sheeran of choosing 'capitalism over doing the right thing' (2026-09-23 15:27:34)
Charlotte Church says Ed Sheeran chose capitalism over "doing the right thing". -
Oasis add shows in Knebworth, Rome and Munich (2026-09-23 12:31:55)
The band says it is adding new dates after "phenomenal demand". -
Dolly Parton's manager accuses her nephew of 'threats and intimidation' (2026-09-23 12:22:53)
Bryan Seaver, who announced Parton's death to the world, is accused of trying to extort her estate. -
Angry Anderson, rock star who soundtracked Kylie's wedding in Neighbours, dies aged 79 (2026-09-23 11:18:28)
He fronted the rock band Rose Tattoo, but became best known for his solo hit Suddenly. -
Jorja Smith 'very grateful' as she bags independent music prize (2026-09-23 11:02:42)
The singer reflected on her "crazy" journey as she collected the prize for best independent track. -
Nigella Lawson is 'icing on the cake', TV critics say as she enters Bake Off tent (2026-09-23 08:43:47)
The TV chef joined Paul Hollywood in the tent as the Channel 4 competition returned for a new series. -
Prince and Princess of Wales share a laugh with Tom Cruise at film premiere (2026-09-23 08:42:55)
William and Catherine renew their friendship with the Hollywood star at the premiere for his film Digger. -
Oompa Loompa, doompety done: Actor takes final bow (2026-09-23 05:36:14)
Rusty Goffe on working with his son and an AI-generated Gene Wilder in a new Willy Wonka TV show. -
'Landing role on Thomas & Friends was crazy' (2026-09-23 05:07:33)
Ellie-Mae Siame, 14, says she was "in shock" but excited at being a part of the beloved series. -
'Disabled artists need opportunities, not just access' (2026-09-23 04:51:05)
Artists say while access has improved at arts venues, more could be done to support their work. -
Dolly Parton free book scheme to expand in London (2026-09-22 20:16:43)
The late singer's Imagination Library posts children a free book every month until they turn five. -
Earl Spencer should pull Diana book from shelves, Piers Morgan says (2026-09-22 20:08:52)
Princess Diana's brother apologised to Morgan for a factual error in his memoir. Morgan said he is "pursuing legal action" against Spencer. -
Booker Prize judges reveal shortlisted novels after selection 'tussle' (2026-09-22 19:01:18)
Past Booker winners Marlon James and Douglas Stuart are among the nominees for this year's award. -
Ella Langley's Choosin' Texas becomes longest-running number one in US chart history (2026-09-22 16:02:18)
The country smash racks up it 23rd week in the US charts, breaking a record set by Mariah Carey. -
Autopsy shows Hayden Panettiere died from a drug overdose (2026-09-22 15:17:37)
The death of the child star - who had fentanyl, Xanax, a muscle relaxant and antipsychotic medication in her system - was ruled an accident. -
Tim Westwood charged with two more sexual offences (2026-09-22 14:29:31)
The alleged sexual offences date back to 1991 and 2004. -
Veteran BBC Africa correspondent Mark Doyle dies aged 67 (2026-09-22 14:16:42)
Doyle was best known for reporting on African conflicts in the 1990s and 2000s, notably in Rwanda and Sierra Leone. -
Sir Sean Connery's family plans new filmmaking centre in Edinburgh (2026-09-22 13:02:52)
It will be named after the James Bond actor, who worked as a milkman in the Scottish capital before becoming a Hollywood star. -
Harper Lee first edition novel found in Oxfam shop (2026-09-22 10:11:36)
An original US edition of To Kill a Mockingbird is found in an Oxfam store in west London. -
Burberry closes London Fashion Week 2026 with signature check print and celeb-filled front row (2026-09-22 09:46:15)
As London Fashion Week comes to a close, here are the biggest trends for your wardrobe. -
Can you take the 'London' out of London Fashion Week? (2026-09-22 09:27:28)
An initiative to show that LFW is "bigger than London" launched this year - but will it make a difference? -
How fields of Fermanagh helped Daisy Edgar-Jones prepare for her latest film (2026-09-22 06:20:52)
The actor, whose mum is from County Down, recalls long childhood summers in Northern Ireland. -
Apple Music to open concert venue in Battersea (2026-09-22 05:22:58)
The tech giant has built its own concert hall, but says its not in competition with small venues. -
Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac buy Wrexham football pub (2026-09-21 12:06:51)
The Turf is a regular feature on the Welcome to Wrexham Disney documentary series.