Alma’s Not Normal: How anger and spa breaks fuelled new series
Sophie Willan, creator of award-winning sitcom Alma’s Not Normal, reveals inspiration behind series two. Read more about this story ….
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‘We closed our eyes and we danced together’ – Madonna’s poignant goodbye to brother
The veteran singer pens a heartfelt tribute to her brother Christopher Ciccone, who has died at 63. Read more about this story ….
Bankers ‘neither villains nor rock stars’, says Industry creator
The creators of BBC drama Industry discuss stereotypes of bankers – and what makes their series different. Read more about this story ….
‘Huge moment’ as Bollywood music comes to Strictly
Punam Krishan and Gorka Márquez will dance to Bole Chudiyan from 2001 film Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham. Read more about this story ….
Singer Garth Brooks accused of rape in lawsuit
The Grammy-winning singer says a former makeup artist’s claim that he raped her is “extortion and defamation”. Read more about this story ….
Abbington has ‘no regrets’ about Strictly complaints
Amanda Abbington feels she was right to complain about her former Strictly partner Giovanni Pernice. Read more about this story ….
Tributes to Roots and Good Times actor John Amos
Amos starred in landmark series Roots and clashed with the writers of groundbreaking sitcom Good Times. Read more about this story ….
Brotherhood of Man singer Martin Lee dies aged 77
The group were best known for winning the Eurovision Song Contest in 1976 with Save Your Kisses for Me. Read more about this story ….
Has Strictly Come Dancing been tainted by scandal?
The BBC’s biggest show – now in its 20th year – has been rocked by allegations. Read more about this story ….
Hollywood’s big boom has gone bust
Productions are down by about 40% and entertainment industry employees say they can’t find work. Read more about this story ….