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Number of headlines in database: 71
Last update: 2025-04-03 06:21:03
Number of headlines in database: 71
Last update: 2025-04-03 06:21:03
BBC entertainment Headlines
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Muse cancel Turkish gig after pressure from anti-government protesters (2025-04-02 16:05:39)
The British rock band scraps a concert after the promoter insulted anti-government protesters. -
Nintendo announces Switch 2 release date - and a new Mario Kart game (2025-04-02 14:24:28)
More than a million people watched online as details of the long awaited successor to the hit console were announced. -
Call of Duty maker defends gaming's impact on young men (2025-04-02 14:19:37)
After Sir Gareth Southgate's criticism of gaming, a maker says titles are made as "an outlet for enjoyment". -
Muse and Robbie Williams face pressure to cancel Turkish gigs (2025-04-02 13:57:38)
The UK acts are urged to scrap tours over allegations that a local concert organiser insulted anti-government protesters. -
Hollywood remembers 'wonderful' actor Val Kilmer (2025-04-02 13:49:45)
He starred in some of the biggest movies of the 1980s and 90s, also including The Doors and Heat. -
Sheen to take on another real-life role as 'iconic' Welsh prince (2025-04-02 12:57:27)
Michael Sheen will star as Owain Glyndwr, the last Welsh-born Prince of Wales, in a new stage play. -
'World's smallest theatre' aims for summer opening (2025-04-02 12:05:15)
A tiny former toilet block in Malvern is due to reopen as a 12-seater theatre after a £17k fundraiser -
Sheen to play last native Prince of Wales: 'The true Welsh prince' (2025-04-02 11:52:37)
Michael Sheen will star as Owain Glyndwr, the last Welsh-born Prince of Wales, in a new stage play. -
Look back at Val Kilmer's best-known roles (2025-04-02 10:21:58)
The actor was known for roles in Heat, True Romance, Top Gun, Batman Forever, Willow and Deja Vu. -
A look back at the blockbuster film roles of Val Kilmer (2025-04-02 08:36:24)
The actor, known for his roles in some of the biggest movies of the 1980s and 90s, died of pneumonia. -
Top Gun and Batman actor Val Kilmer dies aged 65 (2025-04-02 05:46:26)
The Top Gun and Batman Forever actor died of pneumonia on Thursday, his daughter said. -
Val Kilmer: A brilliant, underrated and 'difficult' film star (2025-04-02 05:35:17)
An often underrated actor, Val Kilmer had extraordinary range. -
Val Kilmer: A brilliant, underrated and unpredictable film star (2025-04-02 05:35:17)
An often underrated actor, Val Kilmer had extraordinary range. -
A brilliant, underrated and unpredictable film star (2025-04-02 05:35:17)
An often underrated actor, Val Kilmer had extraordinary range. -
Dynamo thanks NHS for saving his career (2025-04-02 05:13:43)
The 42-year-old magician said NHS support with his health issues made him see 'the magic' in others. -
Harry charity engulfed by cash fears, insiders claim (2025-04-01 15:09:21)
Financial worries and fundraising rows inflamed boardroom battle that engulfed Sentebale, insiders claim. -
Ashley Cain visits dangerous cities for new series (2025-04-01 13:58:32)
The six-part series sees Mr Cain explore the issues faced by young men on the fringes of society. -
Man who stalked Shirley Ballas for six years sentenced (2025-04-01 12:32:31)
The sentencing judge says Kyle Shaw made a "menacing threat" against Shirley Ballas and her family. -
Pegg film on hold as producers run out of cash (2025-04-01 11:42:10)
Scenes were due to be filmed in Louth, Lincolnshire, but the project has been "forced into hiatus". -
Gary Glitter bankrupt after failing to pay victim damages (2025-04-01 11:02:39)
The convicted sex offender was ordered to pay a woman he abused when she was 12 more than £500,000. -
Fab four stars revealed for major Beatles films (2025-04-01 07:59:13)
Paul Mescal and Barry Keoghan are among the stars who will play The Beatles in Sam Mendes' biopics. -
Has London's cultural scene recovered from Covid lockdown? (2025-04-01 07:03:59)
BBC London speaks to some of those worst hit. -
Love song to a city that moved John Peel to tears (2025-04-01 05:06:35)
The Liverpool anthem Does This Train Stop On Merseyside? is 20 years old this year. -
Buskers are 'psychological torture' says judge (2025-04-01 04:56:44)
Westminster Council has been told to stop the racket after they were taken to court by Global Radio. -
'My mum in India was willing to lose everything to support my trans identity' (2025-03-31 21:15:12)
A transgender woman who became the first to legally marry in India's Tamil Nadu state speaks of her mother's unwavering support. -
Korean star Kim Soo-Hyun denies accusations by late actress' family (2025-03-31 12:17:02)
The South Korean star says he did not date his fellow actor when she was a minor. -
Adolescence hard to watch as a dad, Starmer tells creators (2025-03-31 12:08:27)
Sir Keir Starmer tells them there is not a "policy lever that can be pulled" to combat online misogyny. -
Indian superstar's latest film faces right-wing backlash (2025-03-31 10:37:36)
Mohanlal agrees to remove some scenes from L2 Empuraan after criticism from Hindu nationalist groups. -
AI was enemy No. 1 during Hollywood strikes. Now it's in Oscar-winning films (2025-03-31 04:19:32)
Tech companies say AI will make productions cheaper and faster - but many in Hollywood think it will replace their jobs. -
Damaged mummified bodies prevent Dublin crypt from opening (2025-03-30 23:01:25)
A historic crypt is unable to open after an arson attack damaged the remains of mummified bodies. -
Rosco McClelland wins Billy Connolly comedy award (2025-03-30 17:19:32)
The Glaswegian comic received a special video message from Sir Billy as he picked up his award. -
A Minecraft Movie and Stranger Things star's new album: What's coming up this week (2025-03-30 17:09:35)
SIX The Musical Live! also hits cinemas, and we're finally going to find out about the Switch 2. -
Richard Chamberlain: Heartthrob king of the TV mini-series (2025-03-30 14:00:33)
Dashing American actor who was unrivalled in his ability to hold a television audience. -
Richard Chamberlain, Shogun star, dies aged 90 (2025-03-30 13:45:26)
Chamberlain earned the title "king of the mini-series" for his leading roles in Shogun and The Thorn Birds. -
Usher opens 10-night London residency, with mixed results (2025-03-30 04:40:50)
The opening night of the star's tour mixes flashes of brilliance with moments that fail to connect. -
Snow White, Rachel Zegler and a toxic debate that's not going away (2025-03-30 00:40:24)
The 23-year-old star of Disney's remake has become a battleground on social media. -
'I've not heard of incel before': Teenager dissects Adolescence with his worried parents (2025-03-30 00:25:44)
A 15-year-old teenager discusses Andrew Tate and girl-boy friendships with his parents after watching the Netflix drama. -
Comedian dropped from hosting White House correspondents' dinner (2025-03-29 20:28:44)
Ruffin has been attacked by the White House for being critical of the Trump administration. -
'Don't you drop that!': Ant & Dec join Newcastle players on parade (2025-03-29 17:19:57)
Tens of thousands of supporters have joined the celebrations as the bus travels through the city. -
Tate Britain to return painting looted by Nazis (2025-03-29 02:23:47)
The 17th Century oil painting was taken from a Jewish Belgian art collector during World War Two. -
Oscars academy apologises for statement on Palestinian director attack (2025-03-29 01:47:44)
The apology comes after stars including Mark Ruffalo, Javier Bardem and Emma Thompson criticised the academy. -
Amateur photographers hope to fix Wikipedia's 'terrible' pictures (2025-03-29 01:42:30)
The site is littered with awful photos, particularly of celebrities - but a volunteer project is trying to fix that. -
Alex Warren was homeless and sleeping in friends' cars - now he's number one (2025-03-29 00:37:36)
The influencer-turned-musician is topping the charts after turning trauma into music that heals. -
A rediscovered painting that just made Indian art history (2025-03-28 22:20:58)
The 14-foot-wide mural by MF Husain sold for an unprecedented $13.8m (£10.6m) in New York last week. -
Indian mural that spent decades on Norwegian hospital wall sells for record $13.8m (2025-03-28 22:20:58)
The 14-foot-wide mural by MF Husain sold for an unprecedented $13.8m (£10.6m) in New York last week. -
'Then, the phone rang': BBC's Mark Lowen on being deported from Turkey (2025-03-28 17:04:53)
The BBC correspondent was deported from Turkey this week after covering ongoing mass protests in the country. -
Husband shares 'bittersweet' Paul O'Grady clip filmed 20 minutes before he died (2025-03-28 16:10:38)
The TV presenter filmed is seen at home alongside his beloved dogs just 20 minutes before he died. -
BBC backtracks on having adverts in some UK podcasts (2025-03-28 12:36:41)
The BBC says it "recognises strength of feeling about the plans" after other broadcasters objected. -
The Vampire Diaries author LJ Smith dies at 66 (2025-03-28 12:21:49)
Smith's book series was adapted for a hit teen TV show, which ran for eight years until 2017. -
AJ Tracey will be live and direct at smaller venues (2025-03-28 11:49:00)
Grassroot music venues praise the rapper for his tour locations. -
Alan Cumming cast in Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday (2025-03-28 10:54:14)
The Scots actor is to reprise a character he last played more than 20 years ago. -
Dua Lipa wins copyright case over Levitating (2025-03-28 09:31:35)
The pop star had been accused of plagiarising the 1979 disco track Wiggle and Giggle All Night. -
Chappell Roan: 'There's a new path for girls breaking the rules' (2025-03-28 09:10:17)
The Giver singer speaks about her fearlessness and being inspired by Charli XCX and Sabrina Carpenter. -
Beatle's last piano played for first time in decades (2025-03-28 06:25:58)
The upright piano was played by John Lennon hours before he was shot dead in December 1980. -
Tributes paid to radio and TV presenter Paul Barnes (2025-03-28 06:23:20)
Barnes, who has died aged 85, enjoyed a longstanding broadcasting career across BBC and ITV. -
Broadchurch creator uses Dorset for first novel (2025-03-28 06:21:20)
Chris Chibnall gave his first reading of his novel to an audience at Bridport Arts Centre on Monday. -
Vance to purge museums of 'anti-American ideology' (2025-03-28 02:13:17)
Donald Trump signs an order for his vice-president to target the Smithsonian Institution's museums. -
Trump targets 'anti-American ideology' at Smithsonian museums (2025-03-28 02:13:17)
Donald Trump signs an order for his vice-president to target the Smithsonian Institution's museums. -
Salman Rushdie to release first fiction since stabbing (2025-03-27 21:34:54)
Sir Salman says his upcoming book, a collection of stories, will explore themes mortality, peace, anger and farewells. -
As streaming subscriptions stall, are price rises inevitable? (2025-03-27 16:00:56)
After years of growth, the music streaming market is levelling off, so what will labels do next? -
Bafta TV Awards 2025: The list of nominations (2025-03-27 13:12:02)
Who are the main nominees for this year's Bafta TV awards? -
Ian McKellen and Patrick Stewart join Avengers: Doomsday cast (2025-03-27 12:03:04)
The film is set for release in May 2026, with Robert Downey Jr already announced as playing Doctor Doom. -
Baby Reindeer leads Bafta TV nominations (2025-03-27 12:00:44)
The Netflix series is up for eight awards, while ITV's Mr Bates vs The Post Office has six nominations. -
Dancing On Ice taken off air by ITV (2025-03-27 11:16:16)
The broadcaster announced there are "no current plans for another series" of the ice-skating contest. -
Gigil: The new word in the dictionary for overwhelming cuteness (2025-03-27 05:11:00)
The Oxford English Dictionary has added new untranslatable words from South East Asia. -
Hairy Biker Dave's final ride sells for £16,000 (2025-03-26 21:03:30)
The auction of the BSA Goldstar was for charity and it was bought by a friend of the late Dave Myers. -
Gérard Depardieu denies allegations of sexual assault at combative trial (2025-03-26 20:28:53)
The two legal teams have clashed repeatedly in court as the French film star's lawyer has questioned the credibility of the two plaintiffs. -
Watch: Conan O'Brien honoured at Trump-run Kennedy Center (2025-03-24 17:28:23)
The comedian received the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor at one of the more prominent events since US President Donald Trump took over the Kennedy Center. -
Moment BBC programme sparks memory of man with dementia (2025-03-24 17:03:27)
The use pictures or music to evoke a response in people living with dementia can help start a conversation with loved ones and carers. -
Watch: Prince William's surprise birthday wishes for Mary Berry (2025-03-24 13:04:17)
The message is part of a special pre-recorded episode of BBC One's The One Show. -
Theatre company 'saved me' says former prison inmate (2025-03-20 12:34:43)
Cheryl Byron says Newcastle theatre company Open Clasp 'turns around' the lives of women prisoners.