BBC entertainment - Source Information
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Number of headlines in database: 70
Last update: 2020-05-25 14:21:02
Number of headlines in database: 70
Last update: 2020-05-25 14:21:02
BBC entertainment Headlines
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Brian May says he was 'very near death' after a heart attack (2020-05-25 11:00:04)
The Queen guitarist says he was "shocked" to discover he needed surgery and was "very near death". -
The Archers returns with a lockdown twist (2020-05-25 10:41:43)
The stars of Radio 4's soap opera have been recording at home, after weeks of scripts were scrapped. -
Prince Charles issues warning on the arts (2020-05-25 08:27:35)
The Prince says it is important that theatres and orchestras flourish after the coronavirus. -
Tony Hall: The BBC should have roots across the nation (2020-05-24 18:04:16)
The Director General of the BBC says the corporation has played a vital role during the coronavirus pandemic. -
Lord Hall: People have turned to BBC 'in their droves' during pandemic (2020-05-24 14:52:19)
The director general of the BBC says its audience has continued to grow during the Covid-19 pandemic -
Lord Hall: '94% of population turned to BBC' during pandemic (2020-05-24 13:14:44)
The director general of the BBC says its audience has continued to grow during the covid-19 pandemic -
UK film and TV: 'Expect lots of dramas in space or under the sea' (2020-05-24 01:36:08)
A producer, screenwriter, and union leader foresee "creative changes" for the film and TV industry. -
Howard Jacobson: 'My mother made a dash for it' (2020-05-24 00:09:52)
When Howard Jacobson's mother died this month there could be no big family funeral - but then she never wanted to be a bother to anyone. -
Coronavirus: The 3D artists helping fashion through Covid-19 (2020-05-23 23:00:09)
British artist Harriet Davey is among the CGI artists creating virtual models for fashion shows. -
Author Michael Rosen out of intensive care, wife says (2020-05-23 14:47:33)
The former Children's Laureate was admitted to hospital in London eight weeks ago. -
Hana Kimura: Netflix star and Japanese wrestler dies at 22 (2020-05-23 10:37:30)
The wrestler turned Netflix Reality TV personality had posted about online bullying before she died. -
Coronavirus: Singer Niamh McAllister says 'keep your passion alive' in lockdown (2020-05-23 00:04:33)
A singer and publican advises those struggling with mental health after losing all her income. -
Goldie Hawn: 'Tell children the truth about coronavirus' (2020-05-22 19:27:37)
Actor tells 5 Live why she thinks it’s important to be honest with children when talking about the pandemic. -
Coronavirus: Eavesdropping on a W1A lockdown Zoom meeting (2020-05-22 15:26:41)
The cast and writer of W1A have reunited for a one-off Zoom meeting to "cheer people up" during lockdown. -
Mory Kanté: African music star dies aged 70 (2020-05-22 14:06:23)
The singer, who helped bring African music to world audiences with hits like Yéké Yéké, dies in Guinea. -
Hadley's delight after 'mispronunciation row' resolved (2020-05-22 12:34:11)
The singer explains how he intervened when a Singapore radio station refused to give a $10,000 prize to a caller. -
Tony Slattery 'moved' by reaction to documentary (2020-05-22 11:39:02)
What's the Matter with Tony Slattery? tackled mental health, addiction, abuse, love and laughter. -
Tenet: Trailer for Christopher Nolan film arrives minus release date (2020-05-22 11:18:18)
Christopher Nolan's time-bending action espionage film was launched on the video game Fortnite. -
Pop stars pose on their doorsteps for lockdown project (2020-05-22 10:25:11)
Mel C, Rag N' Bone Man and Joy Crookes tell the BBC what they've been up to for the last eight weeks. -
Lana Del Rey responds to accusations of racism (2020-05-22 08:56:46)
The singer named several women of colour while making a point about music industry double standards. -
Lesley Manville: 'Most actors are not loaded' (2020-05-22 07:20:02)
The Mum and Phantom Thread star has delivered a monologue to raise funds for out-of-work colleagues. -
Singapore quizzer finally wins $10k after Tony Hadley's message (2020-05-22 06:22:43)
Muhammad Shalehan was originally denied the prize as judges claimed he mispronounced "Tony Hadley". -
Haim: 'We'd be taken more seriously if we were brooding and aggressive' (2020-05-22 00:06:14)
They may be festival headliners, but LA sisters Haim say people underestimate them as a band. -
Keith Urban on his lockdown drive-in concert (2020-05-21 23:31:32)
The US country music star performed to healthcare workers in their cars in Tennessee. -
Coronavirus: Northern Ballet 'loses £1m due to pandemic' (2020-05-21 15:32:14)
Northern Ballet is celebrating its 50th anniversary but box office income has been hit by the crisis. -
Lori Loughlin: US actress to plead guilty in college cheating scam (2020-05-21 15:17:09)
Full House star Lori Loughlin and her husband will plead guilty in the college admissions scandal. -
Emmerdale to show characters dealing with lockdown (2020-05-21 12:51:46)
The soap has begun its "phased return to filming", after coming to a halt in March due to Covid-19. -
Phone hacking: BBC director general candidate accused of destroying evidence (2020-05-21 12:33:14)
Will Lewis denies allegations he helped conceal evidence of phone hacking at News Group Newspapers. -
ABC figures: Newspapers will no longer have to publish sales (2020-05-21 11:01:55)
Industry body ABC said publishers were growing concerned about a "negative narrative of decline". -
Lana Del Rey: 'I'm not glamorising abuse' (2020-05-21 10:48:27)
The star says she resents people implying her lyrics are anti-feminist. -
Ariana Grande reflects on Manchester bombing ahead of anniversary (2020-05-21 08:37:48)
The pop star sends a heartfelt message to fans as the third anniversary of the tragedy approaches. -
KSI on fighting Jake Paul: 'I need to humble him' (2020-05-21 07:51:38)
YouTuber KSI told BBC Radio 5 Live that a potential boxing match with Jake Paul' needs to happen'. -
Spandau Ballet, a radio quiz, one syllable - and a $10,000 riddle (2020-05-21 05:30:32)
When a Singaporean quizzer lost a huge cash prize over one syllable, he got some unlikely help. -
Tony Hadley, a radio quiz, one syllable - and a $10,000 riddle (2020-05-21 05:30:32)
When a Singaporean quizzer lost a huge cash prize over one syllable, he got some unlikely help. -
Zack Snyder's Justice League re-cut headed for HBO Max (2020-05-21 01:12:48)
The announcement comes a week ahead of the launch of the new HBO streaming service. -
‘I wrote my wife a poem every day for 25 years’ (2020-05-20 23:34:15)
Actor Peter Gordon raises the bar for romantic gestures. -
Lockdown: South African actors create a hit online soap opera (2020-05-20 23:00:29)
A group of South African actors in lockdown are making a hit online soap opera from their homes. -
Ruby Rose leaves Batwoman - and other stars who exited major roles (2020-05-20 12:52:32)
Ruby Rose's departure from Batwoman is the latest in a string of actors who have exited big roles. -
Joe Rogan signs exclusive podcast deal with Spotify (2020-05-20 10:08:38)
His popular show, The Joe Rogan Experience, will soon be removed from all other platforms. -
Joe Rogan signs with Spotify in major and exclusive podcast deal (2020-05-20 10:08:38)
His popular show, The Joe Rogan Experience, will soon be removed from all other platforms. -
Why Joe Rogan's exclusive Spotify deal matters (2020-05-20 10:08:38)
His popular show, The Joe Rogan Experience, will soon be removed from all other platforms. -
Alan Ayckbourn: Streaming 'just isn't theatre' (2020-05-20 05:32:42)
The playwright says "you might as well be watching TV" as closed venues turn to streaming shows. -
My Chemical Romance: Lockdown is 'just a pause button' (2020-05-19 23:53:46)
My Chemical Romance had a comeback scheduled for 2020, but bassist Mikey says fans shouldn't panic. -
My Chemical Romance's Mikey: Lockdown is 'just a pause button' (2020-05-19 23:53:46)
My Chemical Romance had a comeback scheduled for 2020, but bassist Mikey says fans shouldn't panic. -
BBC Three could return as an on-air channel (2020-05-19 21:00:06)
The BBC says it is "considering the case" for returning the channel to "linear television." -
BBC launches tool for joint lockdown viewing (2020-05-19 13:03:58)
BBC Together lets you watch or listen to BBC content with friends and family despite being apart. -
Glastonbury Festival fan paints iconic scenes on body (2020-05-19 12:03:38)
Lisa Davies finds an iconic view of the festival, reverses the image and then paints it on her body. -
Coronavirus: Travis McCready plays America's first gig in months (2020-05-19 10:45:13)
Fans wore masks and had their temperatures taken before watching the show in Arkansas. -
Coronavirus: Neil Gaiman sorry for making 11,000-mile trip (2020-05-19 09:31:40)
Good Omens author Neil Gaiman writes apology for making trip from New Zealand to Scotland. -
BBC Breakfast's Carol Kirkwood injured in bike accident (2020-05-19 09:16:12)
The BBC weather presenter returns to work and thanks the emergency services who helped her. -
Twilight actor Gregory Tyree Boyce and girlfriend Natalie Adepoju found dead (2020-05-19 08:11:59)
Gregory Tyree Boyce played Tyler, who almost crushed Bella in the first Twilight film in 2008. -
Feud erupts over Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber's US chart position (2020-05-19 07:44:51)
Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine claims the stars bought their way to number one, prompting angry denials. -
Netflix's Hollywood: Peg Entwistle tragedy made into drama (2020-05-19 00:58:51)
From Broad Street, Port Talbot, to Broadway, New York. - and a tragic end under the Hollywood sign. -
Shakespeare's Globe theatre calls for urgent funds to avoid insolvency (2020-05-18 17:03:08)
The London venue says the pandemic has been "financially devastating and could even be terminal". -
Leonardo DiCaprio joins DR Congo gorilla park campaign after attack (2020-05-18 15:05:13)
Twelve rangers were killed in an attack on Virunga National Park in DR Congo last month. -
Leo DiCaprio joins gorilla park campaign after attack (2020-05-18 15:05:13)
Twelve rangers were killed in an attack on Virunga National Park in DR Congo last month. -
Green screens and social distancing - TV industry publishes guidelines to resume filming (2020-05-18 11:48:08)
More green screens and socially distanced actors will be the norm when cameras start rolling again. -
Reese Witherspoon pays tribute to 'vibrant' director (2020-05-18 10:48:36)
Lynn Shelton died at the age of 54 as a result of a previously unidentified blood disorder. -
Coronavirus: Neil Gaiman spoken to by police after 11,000-mile trip (2020-05-18 10:46:18)
Good Omens author Neil Gaiman travelled from New Zealand to "isolate" on the Isle of Skye. -
Coronavirus: Hay Festival goes ahead online with £350k donations (2020-05-18 10:38:56)
Hay-on-Wye will not welcome 280,000 visitors this year, with the literary event running online. -
Just Sam: American Idol crowns first ever 'at home' winner (2020-05-18 10:16:45)
Just Sam was alone in lockdown in California when she sang in the finale - and celebrated her win. -
TV comic's 'shame' at ridiculing footballer's looks (2020-05-18 08:11:15)
Former Manchester United midfielder Luke Chadwick talks about being mocked for his looks and how it affected his mental health. -
The Big Flower Fight: 'It sounds mad, it is mad' (2020-05-18 08:00:01)
You won't find anything created on this show in your local garden centre, that's for sure. -
Coronavirus: Live entertainment is evolving online to be a lifeline (2020-05-18 00:03:42)
Creative minds are coming up with new ideas to give us back some of the human connection we've lost. -
How live entertainment is evolving online to be a lifeline in lockdown (2020-05-18 00:03:42)
Creative minds are coming up with new ideas to give us back some of the human connection we've lost. -
Coronavirus: Who is behind Glasgow's Covid street art? (2020-05-18 00:02:56)
The pandemic has inspired a new wave of street art on the walls of Glasgow city centre. -
Barbara Hepworth's St Ives workshop gets listed status (2020-05-18 00:02:04)
The sculptor used the space opposite her home to create prototypes of major commissions. -
Barbara Hepworth workshop gets listed status (2020-05-18 00:02:04)
The sculptor used the space opposite her home to create prototypes of major commissions. -
Normal People decoded: Grinds, Debs and shifting (2020-05-17 23:05:49)
We unpack some of the Irish slang that may have passed you by in the much-loved BBC Three series. -
How some stars are helping music's unsung heroes (2020-05-14 16:51:48)
Guitar players, backing vocalists and engineers are among the hardest hit in the music industry.