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Number of headlines in database: 80
Last update: 2020-01-21 14:21:02
Number of headlines in database: 80
Last update: 2020-01-21 14:21:02
BBC entertainment Headlines
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Peter Hobday: Former Today programme host dies at 82 (2020-01-21 10:59:16)
For 14 years he was known for his affable, relaxed style on the Radio 4 flagship news programme. -
Van Gogh self-portrait is genuine, experts decide (2020-01-21 10:33:06)
A portrait that has puzzled art experts for decades is finally declared a real Van Gogh. -
Disney+ to launch a week earlier than planned in the UK (2020-01-21 10:17:39)
The US media giant also confirmed the service will cost more than its earlier DisneyLife platform. -
What high fashion is doing about cultural appropriation (2020-01-21 10:06:03)
Commes Des Garçons became the latest fashion house to cause offence at Paris Fashion Week on Friday. -
Kendrick Lamar to headline London's BST festival (2020-01-21 09:32:48)
The Pulitzer prize-winner stokes speculation of a Glastonbury slot by confirming his London show. -
Eminem 'crossed a line', says Courteeners singer (2020-01-20 19:47:12)
Chart rival Liam Fray "feels sorry" for the rapper over his Ariana Grande-Manchester bomb lyrics. -
The Pembrokeshire Murders: Luke Evans in true crime drama (2020-01-20 18:54:29)
The Pembrokeshire Murders will tell how a man was brought to justice for two double murders. -
Seven things we learnt at the Screen Actors Guild awards (2020-01-20 18:14:40)
Brad and Jen were trending, Phoebe Waller-Bridge was accepting and the cast of The Crown were abdicating. -
Sara Bareilles: 'Waitress changed my life' (2020-01-20 16:23:37)
The hit musical gave the US singer award nominations, her first Broadway role and a new partner. -
Studio Ghibli: Netflix buys rights to iconic animated films (2020-01-20 15:41:18)
From February, 21 of the studio's iconic films will be available on Netflix. -
Photos from the 26th Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards (2020-01-20 12:48:28)
Joaquin Phoenix, Renee Zellweger and Phoebe Waller-Bridge were among the winning attendees. -
BBC director general job 'unbelievably tough' (2020-01-20 12:26:50)
Lord Hall's successor will need "phenomenal skills" to lead in changing times, the BBC's Amol Rajan says. -
Lord Hall to step down as BBC's director general (2020-01-20 11:14:40)
Tony Hall says the decision to leave after seven years in the role has "been hard". -
Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston celebrate at SAG Awards (2020-01-20 09:29:43)
The former couple briefly reunite backstage after receiving prizes from the Screen Actors Guild. -
Emily Eavis to get the NME's Godlike Genius award (2020-01-20 09:23:50)
She gets the honour 24 years after her father, who set up the Glastonbury Festival in 1970. -
David Olney: American folk singer dies on stage aged 71 (2020-01-20 09:19:56)
The 71-year-old singer-songwriter apologised to the audience before closing his eyes, witnesses say. -
Madonna cancels Lisbon show: 'I must listen to my body' (2020-01-20 08:36:01)
"I must listen to my body and rest," the star tells fans in Lisbon, Portugal. -
Dancing On Ice: Caprice and Hamish 'part ways' (2020-01-20 07:56:11)
The skating couple have separated - and fans want to know why. -
Sarah Montague: Radio presenter confirms £400k pay settlement with BBC (2020-01-20 05:19:27)
The presenter says the settlement with the BBC followed "a long period of stressful negotiations". -
How Dan Aykroyd went from battling spirits to selling them (2020-01-20 00:00:18)
Hollywood actor Dan Aykroyd is also the boss of a popular vodka company. -
Belfast artist Jordan Adetunji on Ireland's hip-hop music scene (2020-01-19 06:41:39)
Belfast artist Jordan Adetunji gives an insight into the increasingly popular Irish hip-hop scene. -
Frank Skinner: ‘I’m all for a bit of moral menace’ (2020-01-19 01:12:55)
The comedian on telling jokes in the "woke" era, fame, fatherhood and football. -
Jack Reacher author Lee Child passes writing baton to brother (2020-01-18 17:08:03)
Lee Child had considered killing off title character before getting his younger sibling to take over. -
Disney culls 'Fox' from 20th Century Fox in rebrand (2020-01-18 10:51:37)
The company wants to distance its film studio from Rupert Murdoch's news company, US media report. -
Simpsons actor Hank Azaria says he will no longer voice Apu (2020-01-18 04:54:12)
The announcement by white actor Hank Azaria follows accusations of racial stereotyping. -
Jazz musician Rex Martey signs record deal aged 82 (2020-01-18 01:47:47)
Rex Martey suffers from prostate cancer and has written a song dedicated to one of his nurses. -
Wiggles singer Greg Page has cardiac arrest at bushfire relief show (2020-01-17 20:06:42)
Greg Page, a founder and original lead singer of the children's group, collapsed in Sydney. -
Manchester mayor criticises Eminem for rap about Ariana Grande gig bomb (2020-01-17 17:49:50)
Andy Burnham calls the rap about the 2017 attack "unnecessarily hurtful and deeply disrespectful". -
Ban on spiked collars at Slipknot gig in Glasgow 'ridiculous' (2020-01-17 16:43:02)
One club owner described the clothing restrictions for the band's Glasgow show as "a joke". -
Wiggles singer Greg Page collapses at bushfire relief show (2020-01-17 15:19:45)
Greg Page, a founder and original lead singer of the children's group, was performing in Sydney. -
Mac Miller sounds 'at peace' on posthumous album (2020-01-17 14:06:41)
Mac Miller fans tell Radio 1 Newsbeat what hearing his last album means to them. -
Derek Fowlds: Yes Minister and Heartbeat actor dies aged 82 (2020-01-17 12:24:40)
The actor played Bernard in Yes Minister and was in the entire series of Heartbeat. -
Derek Fowlds: Yes Minister and Heartbeat dies aged 82 (2020-01-17 11:14:54)
The actor was known for his roles in TV shows including Yes Minister and Heartbeat. -
Eminem criticised for lyric about bomb at Ariana Grande gig (2020-01-17 10:18:56)
"What you said was hurtful to so many people," fans tell the rapper after hearing his latest lyrics. -
Grammy Awards president Deborah Dugan removed 10 days before ceremony (2020-01-17 08:41:45)
Deborah Dugan is placed on leave following an allegation of misconduct. -
Grammys chief removed 10 days before ceremony over misconduct allegation (2020-01-17 08:41:45)
Deborah Dugan is placed on leave following an allegation of misconduct. -
Actor Laurence Fox's Question Time clash over Meghan (2020-01-17 04:21:58)
It followed a question on the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's decision to step back from royal life. -
Actor Laurence Fox's Question Time clash over Meghan Markle (2020-01-17 04:21:58)
The Lewis actor clashes with an audience member over whether press coverage was racist. -
Newcastle children talk mental health thanks to puppets (2020-01-17 00:58:43)
The show is touring schools and is being used to spot early signs of issues. -
Music giant nurtures neurodiverse talent (2020-01-17 00:07:09)
Universal Music UK have changed their work culture to be more inclusive to neurodiverse people. -
'First Middle-earth scholar' Christopher Tolkien dies (2020-01-16 21:40:09)
The son of JRR Tolkien is described as a "titan who was a "devoted curator of his father's work". -
Mistaken identity: 'You called the wrong Robert Shapiro...' (2020-01-16 21:25:52)
Presenter Evan Davis said it was the worst mistake since he joined Radio 4's PM programme. -
Actor Stephen Graham vows to help under-represented film and TV talent (2020-01-16 17:45:32)
The Irishman star sets up a production company to give a platform to new and neglected voices. -
Spain billionaire guilty of trying to smuggle a Picasso (2020-01-16 17:13:15)
Jaime Botín was jailed for trying to get The Head of a Young Woman out of Spain to sell abroad. -
Emily Maitlis: Man pleads guilty to breaching restraining order (2020-01-16 13:13:00)
Edward Vines tried to contact the Newsnight presenter's mother twice last year. -
The Great British Bake Off: Sandi Toksvig to leave after three years (2020-01-16 12:39:32)
The presenter is leaving the Channel 4 show in order to focus on other work commitments. -
TV host Wendy Williams sorry for mocking Joaquin Phoenix's lip scar (2020-01-16 11:37:51)
Wendy Williams came under fire for appearing to make fun of actor Joaquin Phoenix's appearance. -
The Great British Bake Off: Sandi Toksvig to leave after three series (2020-01-16 11:13:39)
The presenter has co-hosted the programme with Noel Fielding since 2017, -
Rocky Johnson, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's wrestler father, dies at 75 (2020-01-16 11:00:57)
Rocky Johnson, the first black WWE tag team champion, is hailed as a "barrier-breaking performer". -
James Bond: Barbara Broccoli says character 'will remain male' (2020-01-16 09:16:08)
Barbara Broccoli, who produces the film series, says a female actor will not be cast in the role. -
M.I.A. receives an MBE medal that was stitched by her mother (2020-01-16 09:05:52)
The musician's mother has been making the medals for more than 30 years. -
Sir David Attenborough warns of climate 'crisis moment' (2020-01-16 05:00:11)
We're at a pivotal point in efforts to tackle climate change, the naturalist and broadcaster warns. -
Jack Lowden: Working with Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson was 'utterly bizarre' (2020-01-16 00:22:45)
Scots actor Jack Lowden discusses his career following his nomination for a Bafta rising star award. -
Hip-hop artist: 'I'm called Satan when I rap' (2020-01-16 00:18:12)
"Mina the Veiled" is a Senegalese hip-hop artist who is often mocked because of her passion for rap. -
David Bowie: Unseen footage released by De Montfort University (2020-01-16 00:04:27)
The footage shot in 1998 was to create a holographic artwork on David Bowie's album Hours. -
Harvey Weinstein trial: How do you select a jury? (2020-01-15 21:58:36)
Harvey Weinstein's trial is closely linked to the #MeToo movement - and finding a jury could be hard. -
Harvey Weinstein trial: Potential juror speaks of 'disgust' (2020-01-15 21:58:36)
The court has summoned 2,000 potential jurors - but many say they cannot be impartial. -
T. Rex, Whitney and The Notorious B.I.G. to join Rock & Roll Hall of Fame (2020-01-15 17:38:26)
Whitney Houston, The Notorious B.I.G. and two classic British acts will be honoured in May. -
Men who raided Marcus Wareing's Wimbledon home jailed (2020-01-15 17:19:40)
The men took photos of themselves wearing jewellery stolen from Marcus Wareing's home. -
Jay-Z sues on behalf of Mississippi prisoners 'in peril' (2020-01-15 16:54:06)
The rapper takes up the cause of 29 inmates after five men died in the state's prisons in one week. -
James Bond's greatest hits - and biggest misses (2020-01-15 13:47:10)
Billie Eilish is following in the footsteps of some classic Bond themes (and some stinkers). -
BBC boss details more job moves out of London (2020-01-15 13:02:35)
There will be more staff in Newcastle, Bristol and Salford, director general Tony Hall explains. -
Joe Longthorne: Blackpool North Pier theatre renamed after singer (2020-01-15 12:31:19)
A small museum will also be dedicated to the entertainer who died last year at the age of 64. -
Deborah James: You, Me and the Big C podcast host 'in cancer-free place' (2020-01-15 11:13:17)
Deborah James says she has "no evidence of cancer" after three years of treatment. -
Stan Kirsch: Highlander and Friends actor dies aged 51 (2020-01-15 10:57:23)
The "beloved" Stan Kirsch appeared in an episode of Friends as Monica's much younger love interest. -
Love Island winner sets sights on Olympics (2020-01-15 06:40:47)
From winning Love Island to helping make Irish rugby history, 2019 was a whirlwind year for Greg O'Shea, who now has his sights set on the Olympic Games. -
Bombshell: Charlize Theron on 'wrapping her head around' Megyn Kelly (2020-01-15 00:51:01)
Charlize Theron on becoming Megyn Kelly in the Oscar-nominated Bombshell. -
Billie Eilish to sing the new James Bond theme (2020-01-14 16:52:14)
The pop star will record the title track for the new Bond film, No Time To Die. -
Love Island: Ollie Williams quits the villa because he 'loves someone else' (2020-01-14 16:35:24)
The 23-year-old has left the show, saying it wouldn't be fair to date someone on the show. -
BTS art project includes balloons and scribbles (2020-01-14 16:12:53)
The K-pop band are joining forces with leading artists including Antony Gormley and Tomás Saraceno. -
BTS will fly a balloon from London to Seoul (2020-01-14 14:55:50)
It's part of a global art project the K-pop band have put together to connect fans across the globe. -
Britney Spears lands first art exhibition (2020-01-14 12:25:08)
The singer will become the latest big-name musician to have her paintings displayed to the public. -
French film director Christophe Ruggia arrested over abuse claims (2020-01-14 11:34:52)
Christophe Ruggia is held over allegations of sexual harassment made by actress Adèle Haenel. -
NikkieTutorials: Beauty YouTuber reveals she is transgender (2020-01-14 10:55:30)
Make-up guru NikkieTutorials releases an emotional video explaining she transitioned as a teenager. -
Spike Lee becomes first black Cannes jury head (2020-01-14 10:34:37)
The cult filmmaker of Do the Right Thing says he's "shocked, happy, surprised and proud". -
Stormzy: No 'credible' reason to hate Meghan Markle (2020-01-14 08:10:40)
Speaking on Hot 97 in New York, the rapper opened up about racism, royals, grime and cheating rumours. -
Cathy Come Home: The TV drama that put homelessness on the map (2020-01-14 01:57:10)
The producer of the groundbreaking Cathy Come Home, Tony Garnett, has died but its legacy continues. -
Brit Awards 2020: Why weren't more women nominated? (2020-01-14 01:45:47)
After a banner year for women in 2019, this year's Brit Awards are dominated by men. What happened? -
Oscars 2020: Heller and Hanks on A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood (2020-01-14 01:18:32)
Tom Hanks is nominated for an Oscar for his latest film but director Marielle Heller has missed out. -
Typewriter artist James Cook says 'it's a weird way of having fun' (2020-01-14 01:00:45)
Artist James Cook uses "obsolete technology" to bash out a picture one key at at a time.