EXCLUSIVE: BBC boss Charlotte Moore, director Kevin Macdonald and Sky UK drama chief Meghan Lyvers are set to appear at an Edinburgh TV Festival conference on climate-focused content.
27.04.2023 - 15:17 / ok.co.uk
Nadia Sawalha, Lucy Beaumont, Lily Allen and Olivia Attwood are among a growing list of celebrities opening up on their ADHD diagnoses. BBC soap EastEnders has also brought the condition to the forefront of people's minds, with Freddie Slater, played by Bobby Brazier, embarking on an ADHD storyline following a confrontation with one of his old teachers, who would constantly humiliate him over his intelligence in front of other students.They are but a few of the voices in the apparent increase in attention deficit hyperactivity disorders, and speaking to OK! comedian Angela Barnes, 46, is inspiring others to embrace their diagnosis with open arms, with her even calling it "a bonus".
Speaking on how she felt after being diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 44, Angela said: “For me it was a relief, I had been misdiagnosed with persistent depressive disorder, and at one point bipolar. I have been on medication since I was 18.” Angela admitted that “having ADHD was not the problem”, but not knowing that she had it was.
She revealed that it felt like she was “running a race, and while everyone else was wearing trainers." "It felt like I had slippers on, and even though I am still trying to keep up with people in running shoes, at least I now know why I have been struggling to keep up with them.” Although not minding the label, Angela shared her frustration with those who tend to roll their eyes and call ADHD a "trend." “You wouldn't have called it fashionable if you had seen me in my 20s, suicidally depressed and trying to cope with life. It’s just not right” she said.
But Angela believes that even a late diagnosis can be life changing and a positive thing. “I think generally, it is neurotypical people who are scared of the
.EXCLUSIVE: BBC boss Charlotte Moore, director Kevin Macdonald and Sky UK drama chief Meghan Lyvers are set to appear at an Edinburgh TV Festival conference on climate-focused content.
A new report has emerged about Prince Harry‘s schedule after attending his dad King Charles’ Coronation ceremony on Saturday (May 6) at Westminster Abbey in London, England.
Eurovision mania is in full swing as the official start of Eurovision week kicks off. Last year's winner, Ukraine, unfortunately couldn't handle the hosting duties due to the ongoing war. However, the United Kingdom stepped up to the plate and will host the contest in Liverpool Arena this week, which can hold up to 11,000 Eurovision-crazy fans.The home of The Beatles is pulling out all the stops to give the event a Ukrainian flair in their honour.
The stars are stepping out to support King Charles and Queen Camilla on their big day!
A truly A-list event. Celebrities including Lionel Richie and Jill Biden attended King Charles III‘s coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey in London on Saturday, May 6.
King Charles III's coronation, formalizing his role as the head of the Church of England, marks the transfer of his title and powers and the official moment he is crowned king.King Charles will be crowned with the St Edward's Crown from the 17th century, which weighs nearly five pounds, has a solid gold frame and 444 stones.Meanwhile, his wife, Camilla Parker Bowles, will be anointed and crowned as queen. Camilla will be the first divorcee to be crowned, and the coronation invitation that was released in April made headlines when it referred to her as Queen Camilla for the first time.
King Charles III's coronation, formalizing his role as the head of the Church of England, marks the transfer of his title and powers and the official moment he is crowned king.King Charles will be crowned with the St Edward's Crown from the 17th century, which weighs nearly five pounds, has a solid gold frame and 444 stones.Meanwhile, his wife, Camilla Parker Bowles, will be anointed and crowned as queen. Camilla will be the first divorcee to be crowned, and the coronation invitation that was released in April made headlines when it referred to her as Queen Camilla for the first time.
Homeland co-creator Howard Gordon will receive the 62nd Monte-Carlo Television Festival’s Honorary Golden Nymph, an award that honors renowned professionals for their extraordinary contributions to the entertainment and television industry.
Hannah Waddingham has some fun with Jason Sudeikis during a Ted Lasso press event at Battersea Power Station last week in London.
EXCLUSIVE: As the West End production of Mamma Mia! enters its 25th year on stage, Judy Craymer, its creator and driving force, is expanding the MM! universe with ITV’s Mamma Mia! I Have a Dream talent show. Set on an idyllic Greek island, it’s aimed at finding MM! stars of the future. There’s definitely a desire to see MM! back on Broadway in 2025, Craymer confirms, and she says she’s also pushing to make the dream of a third MM! film a reality.
He’s charming, handsome and successful, having turned a reality TV career into a bankable brand. On top of that, former Made In Chelsea favourite Sam Thompson has found his soulmate in former Love Island star Zara McDermott, a woman who is beautiful, clever and shares his totally goofy sense of humour. On the day of our interview, Sam is buoyant and energetic, having just returned from a snowboarding holiday.
Eddie Marsan has joined the cast of Supacell, Blue Story director Rapman’s Netflix drama series about a group of South Londoners who develop superpowers.
Harry Potter author JK Rowling has accused Ireland’s Eurovision act of “preening, self-satisfied misogyny” after they cut ties with their creative director over comments he reportedly made on social media about transgender people. On Tuesday, Wild Youth said they were parting ways with Ian Banham and would no longer let him “near our team” after a screenshot circulated on Twitter appearing to be from his account.
Sharon Osbourne is done having facelifts.
The Prince of Wales has reportedly reached a settlement with publisher News Group Newspapers over claims of hacking, the High Court has been told. News of the settlement was revealed in court documents on Tuesday as a three-day hearing in London involving William’s brother, the Duke of Sussex, and actor Hugh Grant got under way.
Kele Okereke joined Hayley Williams and the rest of Paramore to perform a cover of Bloc Party‘s ‘Blue Light’ in London last night (April 23).The show, which took place at the O2 Arena on April 23, was Paramore’s last in the UK as part of their 2023 UK and Ireland tour with Bloc Party. The show was also an additional date at the O2 Arena after what was originally meant to be the tour’s last stop in Birmingham on April 22.To commemorate the last show of their UK run, Hayley Williams and co.
Full wedding planning mode! Derek Hough and fiancée Hayley Erbert are in the midst of figuring out their nuptial details — and cannot wait to finally walk down the aisle.
Katie Price, 44, took to her social media to post about the process of getting her new ‘3D lips’ done at an aesthetics salon. The former glamour model posted a story to her Instagram account showing fans what her lips looked like before she underwent the treatment, followed by filming the process of her lips actually being injected.
Sun’s out, fun’s out! With temperatures on the rise, it’s about time to start celebrating spring like an A-lister with these celeb must-haves.
The cast of the Disney+ movie Peter Pan and Wendy hit the red carpet for UK premiere!