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Adam Lambert is getting Pride Month started a couple weeks early!

Gemma Atkinson has told fans she can 'finally share' her latest career move after teasing her announcement last month. She teased a 'big' new project she's been 'quietly working on' after shutting down rumours she was set to star in a celebrity version of the hit rebooted show, Gladiators.

Prince Harry's former best mate has stoked the flames of speculation about a deep rift after joining forces with Meghan Markle's avowed nemesis, Jeremy Clarkson.

Rylan Clark has been flooded with praise and support following his latest return to the small screen as he was heard saying he's a 'new man' while addressing rumours of a romance with his pal Rob Rinder.

Great Escape Festival in solidarity with Palestine, with Massive Attack also speaking out in support of the boycott.The 2024 edition of the event – which showcases new and rising artists – is due to take place across various music venues in Brighton from tomorrow (May 15) until Saturday (18).The Great Escape is sponsored by Barclays, which has been a source of controversy amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza because of the bank’s financial investment in companies that supply arms to Israel.The issue was first highlighted in a petition started by the promoter How To Catch A Pig and the band The Menstrual Cramps – which has since been signed by musicians including Kneecap, Lambrini Girls, Alfie Templeman, Lip Critic, Wunderhorse and Mary In The Junkyard.Last month, Cherym pulled out of The Great Escape as a result of the festival’s connection to Barclays, before record labels Alcopop and Big Scary Monsters joined the boycott and withdrew from the event.Dozens more acts soon followed suit, with over half the line-up demanding that The Great Escape drop its sponsorship deal with Barclays.Speaking about their decision not to play the festival, Lambrini Girls said: “We will not be appearing at The Great Escape festival this year. This is a targeted approach of a cultural boycott, considering Barclays sponsorship.“Barclays provide financial services of over £1BN pounds to companies supplying military technology and weapons to the IDF, perpetuating the horrors unfolding in Gaza.”Now, 106 artists have cancelled their scheduled appearances at The Great Escape 2024 in total – constituting approximately a quarter of the full programme.

Jennifer Maas TV Business Writer Game developers that have worked on Sid Meier’s “Civilization,” “XCOM” and “The Sims” have launched their own life sim-focused venture, Midsummer Studios, with backing from investors including Trevor Noah’s Day Zero Productions. Founded by Firaxis Games vets Jake Solomon (creative director) and Will Miller (game director), as well as chief operating officer and chief financial officer Nelsie Birch, Midsummer launches with $6 million raised in seed funding led by Transcend Fund, along with Tirta Ventures, Betaworks Ventures, 1Up Ventures, F4 Fund, Krafton and Day Zero Productions.

Oti Mabuse, the beloved Strictly Come Dancing star and Dancing on Ice judge, has been showered with love from her celebrity pals following an emotional update on motherhood.

Jaleel White is now a married man!

Michal Douglas has shared his thoughts on intimacy coordinators, who liaise between the actors and producers while filming sensitive scenes.

Anna Tingley If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Variety may receive an affiliate commission. Cirque du Soleil is known for their extravagant visual displays but the entertainment brand is tapping into more sensory experiences (the ones you can smell) with the launch of a debut fragrance.

On Wednesday, 8 May, Mrs Hinch, aka Sophie Hinchliffe, shared the devastating news that her father, Alan, had passed away “suddenly”, leaving her dealing with a “deep unimaginable pain”. In a heartbreaking Instagram post, the 34 year old paid tribute to her dad and revealed that her life had been “turned upside down” following the tragic news. “25th April 2024.

Kate Garraway has opened up about her financial difficulties following the tragic death of her husband Derek Draper, who passed away in January after a four-year battle with the devastating effects of Covid. Due the round-the-clock care that Derek needed, Kate has now been forced to withdraw money from her pension to pay off these bills.

Saturday Night Live had a lot to say this week… And Dua Lipa didn’t miss the opportunity to poke fun at some of the viral memes directed at her!

Flavor Flav is stepping up to support the US Women’s Olympic Waterpolo Team at the 2024 Olympic Games this summer.

Marbella has long been a popular destination for holidaymakers looking to soak up some sun, sea and sand – and just a short flight from the UK. It's also a celebrity hotspot favoured by A-listers such as Eva Longoria and Simon Cowell, as well as many British reality stars including TOWIE favourites (anyone remember the phrase ‘no carbs before Marbs’?).

The crest you see embroidered onto Manchester United’s suit jackets has a Latin inscription.

Matty Healy is “uncomfortable” with the attention from Taylor Swift‘s latest album, but “relieved” it wasn’t worse.Fans have speculated that the majority of Swift’s recently released 11th LP ‘The Tortured Poets Department‘ was inspired by her short-lived romance with The 1975 frontman, namely its title track, ‘The Smallest Man Who Ever Lived’ and ‘But Daddy I Love Him’ among others.Last month, after being approached by paparazzi in Los Angeles, Healy was asked how he felt about his “Taylor diss track”. While it’s unclear which exact song the paparazzo was referring to, the ‘About You’ singer replied: “My diss track? Oh! I haven’t really listened to that much of it, but I’m sure it’s good.”Now, an insider told US Weekly that Healy is not a fan of the new unwanted attention after the album’s release.

EXCLUSIVE: ABC is adding to its collection of game shows.

Kino of K-pop boyband PENTAGON has released his solo EP and its lead single ‘Broke My Heart’.Yesterday (May 2), PENTAGON’s Kino dropped this first solo EP, titled ‘If this is love, I want a refund’. The record is led by the single ‘Broke My Heart’, which features American singer, rapper and songwriter Lay Bankz.In the accompanying music video for ‘Broke My Heart’, the duo hit up a retro diner where they sing and dance to the new track.

Rafael Nadal has been one of the highlights of Madrid Open. This year marked his return to tennis courts and it’s been an up and down affair. Still, his performance in Madrid has been positive, winning his past three games, and receiving the love and support of the local crowd, including King Felipe, who stopped by to check out his most recent match.