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2026-09-03 · Evening Standard

Ariana Grande single crowned Spotify’s most streamed song of summer 2026

🔮 The track had more than a 200% increase in streams, and led to Yung Miami experiencing a surge in listeners – quadrupling from 1.6 million in May to 6.3 million in August. assertive

2026-09-13 · Evening Standard

Helen Mirren says she and MobLand co-star Pierce Brosnan are ‘boring’ on set

🔮 The second series will consist of 10 episodes, with the Harrigan family struggling to show a united front while confronted with rising rivals – with “fixer” Harry Da Souza (Tom Hardy) at the centre of the drama. assertive

2026-09-17 · Evening Standard

Emma Willis: Stars paired up in way ‘never done before’ in Strictly launch show

🔮 Willis has teased how “exciting” the first episode will be while appearing alongside her new co-hosts on BBC One’s The One Show. assertive

2026-09-17 · Evening Standard

Macklemore hails Ms Rachel for matching 1m dollar donation to Palestinian causes

🔮 The musician announced on Wednesday he would be donating his entire net earnings from Ed Sheeran’s Loop Tour after being dropped as a supporting act over comments he made about Gaza. assertive

2026-09-17 · Evening Standard

Miley Cyrus remembers ‘real’ and ‘authentic’ godmother Dolly Parton

🔮 “I think a way I could look at that as you can have a persona and still be who you are is because I had Dolly,” Cyrus said. assertive

2026-09-17 · Evening Standard

Big Brother co-host Will Best announces he is expecting first child with partner

🔮 Best shared a sweet mirror selfie alongside his fiancee with his hand on her growing baby bump, which was peeking through her flowy polka dot outfit, which he captioned: “Baby, Will?!” assertive

2026-09-17 · Evening Standard

YouTube star Max Fosh: ‘It’s easier now than ever to make it on social media’

🔮 The 31-year-old rose to fame almost a decade ago through his absurd comedic stunts on YouTube, which have included running for mayor of London, competing in the Mr Universe contest and infiltrating London Fashion Week. assertive

2026-09-21 · Evening Standard

Blue Lights star hails ‘exciting’ return of Richard Dormer for upcoming series

🔮 Blue Lights star Nathan Braniff said it will be “exciting” to see Richard Dormer return to the crime drama for its upcoming series, adding: “I think people are going to freak out when they see the episode.” assertive

2026-09-21 · Evening Standard

Sian Brooke: Starring in Blue Lights has ‘given me greater respect’ for police

🔮 The upcoming series of Blue Lights will be available to watch on BBC iPlayer from September 29. assertive

2026-09-28 · Evening Standard

Joey Essex among celebrities competing in sixth series of Cooking With The Stars

🔮 The ITV reality programme returns for its sixth series next month and will see 12 celebrities each paired with an accomplished chef who will mentor them towards becoming restaurant-standard cooks. assertive

2026-09-28 · Evening Standard

Matthew Macfadyen embodies spymaster George Smiley in preview of Legacy Of Spies

🔮 The 51-year-old actor will star as the ordinary-looking but brilliant intelligence officer in upcoming BBC drama Legacy Of Spies, taking over the role of a character who was last portrayed on TV in the 1990s. assertive

2026-09-29 · Evening Standard

Stephen Graham confirms Leonardo DiCaprio and Christian Bale roles in Heat 2

🔮 Graham confirmed he would be playing De Niro’s character as the non-linear story unravels, adding: “Yeah. assertive

2026-09-29 · Evening Standard

Danny Dyer and Cynthia Erivo among latest hosts for Saturday Night Live UK

🔮 Danny Dyer and Cynthia Erivo among latest hosts for Saturday Night Live UK Rivals star Dyer will front the comedy show on October 10, where he will be joined by singer-songwriter Sasha Keable as the musical guest, while Happy Valley star Norton will host on October 17, accompanied by The Streets. assertive

2026-09-30 · Evening Standard

Elaine Paige and Lorraine Kelly lead tributes to ‘pioneer’ Esther Rantzen

🔮 Williamson, who has previously worked as a children’s TV presenter, also called Dame Esther an “inspiration” and said she felt compelled to become a spokeswoman, ambassador and counsellor for Childline after meeting its founder. “I didn’t need much convincing. assertive

2026-09-30 · Evening Standard

Elaine Paige and Lorraine Kelly lead tributes to ‘pioneer’ Esther Rantzen

2026-09-30 · Evening Standard

Anton Du Beke hails ‘extraordinary career’ of ‘wonderful’ Esther Rantzen

🔮 “She will be greatly missed and my sincere thoughts are with her family.” assertive

2026-09-30 · Evening Standard

Davina McCall and Martin Lewis remember ‘national treasure’ Esther Rantzen

🔮 MoneySavingExpert founder Lewis praised Dame Esther an “inspiration” and a “pioneer” whose “impact and memory will long continue to shine”. assertive

2026-10-01 · Evening Standard

Gary Barlow ‘so happy’ as Take That unveil new album Dreamers

🔮 Album Dreamers will be released on November 20, three years after Take That soared to the top of the charts with 2023’s This Life. assertive

2026-10-01 · Evening Standard

Jodie Comer ‘incredibly honoured’ to win prize celebrating theatre achievements

🔮 The actress will be acknowledged with the inaugural outstanding achievement prize at the 2026 UK Theatre Awards for her commitment to the production and her “extraordinary performance” in the starring role. assertive

2026-10-02 · Evening Standard

Celebrity Traitors premiere was most watched debut of hit show in UK

🔮 The pair were later told they had a chance to recruit and could kill another contestant at the same time. mixed

2026-10-02 · Evening Standard

Alison Hammond ‘had heart checked out’ after leaving This Morning broadcast

🔮 The 53-year-old said he hoped she would return to finish the broadcast, but later told viewers: “Ali’s feeling a little unwell so I’ll be here for the rest of the show. assertive

2026-10-02 · Evening Standard

Taylor Swift becomes only artist to achieve three UK number one singles in 2026

🔮 After their upcoming gigs sold out quickly amid huge demand, their album Time Flies… has made its way to number six on the chart, while (What’s The Story) Morning Glory? is at nine and Definitely Maybe sits at 16. assertive

2026-10-02 · Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing reveals movie-inspired routines for Saturday’s show

🔮 Strictly Come Dancing has revealed the routines the celebrity contestants will treat viewers to for movie week, which includes animal-themed dances inspired by animations such as Zootropolis and Ratatouille. assertive

2026-10-05 · Evening Standard

Celebrity Traitors star Sharon Rooney leads TV thriller An Impossible Way To Die

🔮 Sharon Rooney, who is currently appearing in the new series of Celebrity Traitors, will explore more murder mysteries as she leads new TV drama An Impossible Way To Die. assertive

2026-10-05 · Evening Standard

Rowan Atkinson to star in first West End comedy sketch show in 40 years

🔮 Atkinson will revisit these beloved comedy characters in Rowan Live while promising new material, which has been created with long-term collaborators screenwriter Richard Curtis, comedian Ben Elton and composer Howard Goodall. assertive

2026-10-05 · Evening Standard

Sue Cleaver hails legacy of Victoria Wood as she joins Dinnerladies stage play

🔮 The actress said the play is “very true to the show” and Wood’s writing, adding: “I just know her work so well, and there will always be a Vic voice in the back of my head. “I will be listening for those little moments of that popping through, keeping true to how she wrote it.” assertive

2026-10-05 · Evening Standard

Pink Floyd co-founder Syd Barrett honoured by hometown football club

🔮 The shirts will be worn by Cambridge United’s first team for their game against Blackpool on Saturday, which is World Mental Health Day, and the match-worn shirts will be auctioned by the club at a later date. assertive

2026-10-05 · Evening Standard

Suit worn by Daniel Craig in Bond film Skyfall up for auction

🔮 Each volume has been rebound in leather and its design is based on its original cover artwork – and the books will be sold as a collection with an estimated value of between £20,000 and £40,000. assertive

2026-10-06 · Evening Standard

You Are My Lady singer and ‘legendary voice’ Freddie Jackson dies aged 70

🔮 That gift will live on forever. assertive

2026-10-07 · Evening Standard

Happy Mondays star Bez thinks digital age ‘has done mankind no favours’

🔮 “It brings you a younger audience, and people might then have a look at the Mondays.” assertive

2026-10-08 · Evening Standard

Simon Pegg reveals ADHD diagnosis: ‘It confirmed stuff I’d been wrestling with’

🔮 “I’ve had bouts of depression in my adult life since 18 and I thought maybe it had come on with that. assertive

2026-10-13 · Evening Standard

Bryan Cranston in ‘deep despair’ over death of Breaking Bad co-star RJ Mitte

🔮 He was a sweetheart of a young man and will be greatly missed. assertive

2026-10-13 · Evening Standard

Danny Boyle says new film Ink raises ‘terrifying’ concerns for AI in journalism

🔮 Ink will be released in cinemas across the UK in January 2027. assertive

2026-10-13 · Evening Standard

Breaking Bad stars ‘heartbroken’ over death of RJ Mitte at 34

🔮 You will be missed. assertive

2026-10-13 · Evening Standard

Tom Hiddleston says Marvel role ‘completely changed my life’

🔮 Hiddleston has continued to portray the character in subsequent Marvel films and his own Disney+ series, and will also reprise the role in upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday. assertive

2026-10-13 · Evening Standard

Breaking Bad star Giancarlo Esposito: RJ Mitte ‘will live forever in my heart’

🔮 “I will remember the laughter, the rapture of pure joy in the loving moments we have shared. assertive

2026-10-14 · Evening Standard

Delta Goodrem will ‘miss dancing’ as she skips Strictly week due to injury

🔮 Delta Goodrem will ‘miss dancing’ as she skips Strictly week due to injury It was revealed on Monday that the Australian star would be unable to take to the ballroom floor this weekend after doctors had advised her to rest. assertive

2026-10-14 · Evening Standard

Billy Crystal reflects on ‘profound’ loss of Hollywood director Rob Reiner

🔮 Billy Crystal has reflected on the “profound” loss of his longtime friend and collaborator Rob Reiner, saying he knew their relationship would be “a forever thing” after their first week working together. assertive

2026-10-14 · Evening Standard

Lola Young blasts online criticism: ‘Women get so much scrutiny and hate’

🔮 The pop star, who returned to the stage in February 2026, told the magazine she had felt “severely burned out” during this period. “I was hoping that things would change. assertive

2026-10-14 · Evening Standard

Ruth Langsford pays tribute to dog Maggie: ‘Rest in peace our beautiful girl’

🔮 We will treasure our memories forever. assertive

2026-10-15 · Evening Standard

Sir Cliff Richard ‘thrilled’ as he celebrates 86th birthday surrounded by fans

🔮 The new record will be released on November 27, and reimagines classic and contemporary chart-topping singles from the past eight decades. assertive

2026-10-15 · Evening Standard

Strictly Come Dancing star Will Best feels ‘so lucky’ as he welcomes first child

🔮 Strictly Come Dancing star Will Best said he and partner Tobi Rose are “so lucky” as they welcome their first child together. assertive

2026-10-15 · Evening Standard

Latest faithful murdered in Celebrity Traitors swears they will be ‘avenged’

🔮 “In a way, this is good news for the faithfuls because I was nowhere near getting Maya Jama and James Acaster – no chance. assertive

2026-10-17 · Evening Standard

BBC confirms DIY SOS will be ‘rested’ in 2027 amid ongoing ‘savings challenges’

🔮 The BBC has confirmed the show will be “rested” after its latest series, which is currently on air, but said it has not been axed with a new spin-off show revisiting families and renovation projects from its history set to take its place. assertive

2026-10-17 · Evening Standard

Miley Cyrus breaks down in tears during tribute to Dolly Parton

🔮 The beloved country music superstar, known for hits including 9 To 5, Jolene and I Will Always Love You, died aged 80 on August 25 after a brief battle with cancer. assertive

2026-10-17 · Evening Standard

BBC confirms DIY SOS will be ‘rested’ in 2027 amid ongoing ‘savings challenges’

2026-10-17 · Evening Standard

Harry Styles shares song written for Liam Payne on two-year anniversary of death

🔮 “There are so many people in my life, friends and people that I’ve worked with that I wouldn’t have been able to do this without. assertive

2026-10-17 · Evening Standard

Dani Dyer impresses during Strictly icons week with ‘beautiful’ rumba

🔮 It was announced that Delta Goodrem is injured and has received a bye to next week, when it is hoped she and Kai Widdrington will dance again. assertive

2026-10-17 · Evening Standard

Jaime Winstone’s Strictly dance ‘best thing she has done in competition’

🔮 Big Brother presenter Will Best and Dianne Buswell ended the show with a jive to Crocodile Rock by Sir Elton – which earned them 31 points. assertive

2026-10-17 · Evening Standard

Rob Brydon originally opposed playing fictional version of himself in The Trip

🔮 “We don’t do impressions to each other – or if we did, we would never argue over that. assertive

2026-10-18 · Evening Standard

Saturday Night Live UK mocks Donald Trump, Andy Burnham and Volodymyr Zelensky

🔮 He then proposed a “job swap” with Mr Burnham and listed issues in the UK that he would seek to address if he were prime minister, including immigration issues, Manchester City’s financial regulation case and the varieties of M&S Percy Pigs sweets. assertive

2026-10-18 · Evening Standard

Rob Brydon originally opposed playing fictional version of himself in The Trip

🔮 “We don’t do impressions to each other – or if we did, we would never argue over that. assertive

2026-10-18 · Evening Standard

Cruz Beckham leads birthday tributes to girlfriend Jackie Apostel

🔮 Read More The musician has previously said he never would have gone on tour without the support of his girlfriend, whom he has been dating since 2024. assertive

2026-10-18 · Evening Standard

Jesse Eisenberg based new film on musical theatre as ‘it’s the world I know’

🔮 Speaking to the Press Association news agency ahead of the film’s UK premiere at the BFI London Film Festival, Eisenberg said: “The movie is about a very shy woman who finds her family and her home and her voice in the world of musical theatre – but it could have been anything. assertive

2026-10-18 · Evening Standard

Third couple eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing during Icons Week

🔮 The remaining 12 couples will take to the dancefloor next week, with Australian singer Delta Goodrem set to make a return after receiving a bye this week due to an injury. assertive

2026-10-18 · Evening Standard

Jesse Eisenberg based new film on musical theatre as ‘it’s the world I know’

2026-10-28 · Evening Standard

Jessie Buckley and Tobias Menzies among stars lined up for Royal Court Theatre

🔮 Oscar-winning actress Buckley will star in Nina Segal’s play Afterbirth, which has been described as a “funny, furious and unflinching” portrayal of life after birth and parenthood. assertive

2026-10-29 · Evening Standard

Celebrity Traitors to reveal who has been banished as series finale approaches

🔮 The Celebrity Traitors will reveal whether actress Sharon Rooney or comedian Joanne McNally will be banished after last week’s cliffhanger left their fates hanging in the balance. assertive

2026-10-29 · Evening Standard

U2 announce two London gigs next summer on Greatest Show On Earth tour

🔮 The group – Bono, the Edge, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jnr – previously announced their Greatest Show On Earth tour would kick off with a series of concerts in Latin and South America in February 2027. assertive

2026-10-29 · Evening Standard

Macklemore says he has ‘endless love’ for supporters of Free Palestine tour

🔮 “I couldn’t have imagined a better place to begin this tour,” he wrote. assertive

2026-10-29 · Evening Standard

George Michael’s guitar at centre of family row sells for more than £200,000

🔮 He said his sister “would be horrified at the prospect of the auction being held in her name and that her personal, cherished possessions are being sold off to the highest bidder”. According to the BBC, Ms Bailey was in the process of divorcing her husband but was legally still married to Mr Belcher at the time of her death and did not leave a will, meaning the collection passed to him. Mr Bailey told the BBC he accepted Mr Belcher had the right to sell the items but claimed his sister was in the process of drafting a will before her death to leave the items to her nieces and nephews. assertive

2026-10-31 · Evening Standard

Harry Styles revives X Factor outfit for Halloween performance

🔮 The singer will return to the stage in April with shows scheduled across the US and Canada followed by shows in Paris, Madrid, Berlin, Rome and Dublin over the summer. assertive

2026-10-31 · Evening Standard

Macklemore says he was unable to ‘stay silent’ about Israel-Palestine conflict

🔮 “But it’s not as scary as what would happen if we didn’t do it.” assertive

2026-10-31 · Evening Standard

Macklemore says he was unable to ‘stay silent’ about Israel-Palestine conflict

🔮 “But it’s not as scary as what would happen if we didn’t do it.” assertive

2026-10-31 · Evening Standard

Celebrity Traitors finale attracts record average audience

🔮 The dramatic conclusion of the hit reality gameshow saw comedian Romesh Ranganathan and actor Sebastian Croft emerge victorious as faithfuls after the players successfully banished traitors Maya Jama and King Kenny. assertive

2026-10-31 · Evening Standard

Romesh Ranganathan and Sebastian Croft relieved Celebrity Traitors win is out

🔮 “I couldn’t believe that we’d got there. assertive

2026-10-31 · Evening Standard

Deep Purple postpones shows as Ian Gillan hospitalised for ‘medical emergency’

🔮 “All tickets purchased will be valid for the rescheduled dates.” assertive

2026-10-31 · Evening Standard

Celebrity Traitors finale attracts record average audience

2026-10-31 · Evening Standard

Celebrity Traitors star Maya Jama donates to chosen charity despite not winning

🔮 Jama shared a message on X on Saturday which read: “Just donated what I would have won for my chosen charity @ActnForChildren. “Amazing cause.” assertive

2026-10-31 · Evening Standard

Celebrity Traitors star Maya Jama praised for ‘generous donation’ to charity

🔮 Katherine Woods, director of fundraising at Action for Children, said: “We’re absolutely thrilled to receive such a generous donation from Maya Jama. “She certainly held her nerve until the very end and proved herself to be the star of the show. assertive

2026-10-31 · Evening Standard

Delta Goodrem impresses judges again with ‘sensational’ Halloween week routine

🔮 Mabuse opted for a green butterfly ensemble, while Ballas wore an elaborate ice queen ensemble which Willis described as “slightly terrifying”. assertive

2026-10-31 · Evening Standard

Maya Jama, Holly Willoughby and Stacey Solomon among stars in Halloween spirit

🔮 Former This Morning presenter Willoughby showed off a ghoulish look featuring red eyes and a bonnet, posing in front of an elaborately decorated front door covered in skeletons, pumpkins and flowers. assertive

2026-10-31 · Evening Standard

EastEnders actress Lacey Turner praised for ‘best dance of night’ on Strictly

🔮 They are tied on 32 points with Will Best and Dianne Buswell, who performed their Couple’s Choice dance to Nu Flow by Big Brovaz. assertive

2026-11-01 · Evening Standard

Zendaya, Cara Delevingne and Justin Bieber among stars celebrating Halloween

🔮 TV presenter Maya Jama also joined in the fun, sharing photos of herself dressed as Olympic champion Sir Mo Farah. assertive

2026-11-01 · Evening Standard

Noel Gallagher’s ex-wife Meg Mathews reveals breast cancer battle and mastectomy

🔮 “I knew I had to stay positive because it could have gone the other way and I could have relapsed.” assertive

2026-11-01 · Evening Standard

Sebastian Croft’s chosen charity ‘deeply grateful’ after Celebrity Traitors win

🔮 “This vital funding will quite literally change and save lives. “ assertive

2026-11-01 · Evening Standard

Harry Styles dresses as viral ‘pizza rat’ for final Madison Square Garden show

🔮 He will return to the stage in April 2027 with shows across the US and Canada, followed by performances in Paris, Madrid, Berlin, Rome and Dublin over the summer. assertive

2026-11-01 · Evening Standard

James Bond actor Ben Whishaw says franchise ‘needs to be reinvented’

🔮 The hunt for the next Bond began in May and is believed to have reached its final stages, with Callum Turner, Jack Lowden and Josh O’Connor among the stars reportedly in contention for the 007 role. assertive

2026-11-01 · Evening Standard

Suki Waterhouse says motherhood turned her into an ‘unrecognisable person’

🔮 “Maybe I was surprised because before I had only ever gone out with someone for two years – and if it was two years it would have been a disaster at the end.” assertive

2026-11-01 · Evening Standard

Wayne Sleep reveals he is undergoing treatment for cancer but ‘in good spirits’

🔮 He competed on ITV reality show I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! in 2003 alongside Danniella Westbrook and Toyah Willcox, finishing fourth overall. assertive

2026-11-01 · Evening Standard

Director Michael Mann treated in hospital after accidental shooting at gun range

🔮 The big screen adaptation, which will be directed and produced by Mann, is in development, with filming reportedly postponed until January 2027. mixed

2026-11-01 · Evening Standard

Monica Dolan: It was a ‘privilege’ to raise awareness of Parkinson’s in new film

🔮 “The message is optimistic – whatever your parameters may seem to be in life, whatever you can do, do it as much as you can. assertive

2026-11-01 · Evening Standard

Fifth couple eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing after first triple dance-off

🔮 However, she said she would also have voted to eliminate them had her vote been needed. assertive

2026-11-02 · Evening Standard

Claudia Winkleman gives Traitors tips to stage show host Nick Mohammed

🔮 It also does something television cannot, and answers the question of who would have won if different players had been chosen as the traitors. assertive

2026-11-03 · Evening Standard

Tyler West says hosting Children In Need ‘means everything to me’

🔮 The 30-year-old will make his presenting debut alongside The One Show host Alex Jones, broadcaster Rylan Clark and BBC Radio 2 presenter Sara Cox, while comedian Mel Giedroyc returns for her 10th year. West said being part of the charity’s flagship fundraising programme was “one of the biggest honours of my life so far”. assertive

2026-11-03 · Evening Standard

Stacey Solomon says media invasion of her privacy ‘should be illegal’

🔮 Read More “Maybe it will make us think of things differently moving forward,” she said. assertive

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