BBC Denies Octopus Mascot On Quiz ‘University Challenge’ Was Coded Antisemitic Attack

Wolf Hall is coming back and bringing Harriet Walter and Timothy Spall along for the ride.

The Last Dinner Party, Tyla and Peggy Gou being tipped for success next year.The other acts rounding out this year’s list are Aya Starr, Caity Baser, CMAT, Elmeine, Kenya Grace, Olivia Dean and Sekou.This year’s longlist is largely dominated by female solo acts, with strong showings for British soul and R&B and artists from Africa. It was voted for by a panel of 140 music industry experts, including representatives from Spotify, Apple Music, Glastonbury Festival, the BBC and former nominees including Jorja Smith, PinkPantheress and Tom Grennan.The winner will be revealed in the new year on BBC Radio 1, with the top five revealed in reverse order between January 1-5.

The BBC is staring down the barrel of another real terms funding cut after the UK government signaled its intention to renege on the 2022 license fee deal.

Strictly Come Dancing's Dianne Buswell has shared a message from her dad after he was forced to miss attending Saturday's live show (December 2) due to chemotherapy treatment. The 34-year-old dancer recently confirmed her dad was unwell and later revealed plans for her family to come visit her in the UK had been put on hold.

The BBC has cancelled the festive edition of its longest running TV quiz show after contestants complained that producers had failed to support them participating with disabilities.

Bruno Tonioli, who first graced our screens in Elton John's music video for "I'm Still Standing", has had quite the journey since his Strictly days. The 68 year old professional choreographer became a household name in 2004 when he joined the judging panel on the new BBC show Strictly Come Dancing. After eighteen years of entertaining us with his bubbly personality and flamboyant remarks, Bruno made a dramatic exit from the show.

Claudia Winkleman has announced she will be stepping down from hosting her BBC Radio 2 show in March 2024.

Strictly Come Dancing host Claudia Winkleman has announced she will be leaving her BBC Radio 2 show on Saturday mornings next year. Speaking about her decision, she said: “I absolutely love Radio 2 and it’s been a privilege to host the Saturday morning show for three years.

EastEnders star Jamie Borthwick has shown his support for I'm A Celeb's Danielle Harold amidst romance rumours.The pair, who played the loved-up couple Jay and Lola on EastEnders, have remained close even after Danielle's character tragically died from a brain tumour. Jamie recently posted an Instagram Story of Danielle during her challenge on I'm A Celeb, walking through mucky water with her ears covered. He captioned the photo: "I can't wait to recycle this on your birthday [laughing emojis].

Graham Norton is back for another evening of laughter and chat as he interviews a group of celebs on his famous sofa. And this week's lineup is full of Hollywood A-listers who have won four Academy Awards between them.

The BBC has joined other news outlets in naming the senior British royals accused of making comments about the skin color of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle‘s son Archie.

Helen George was left blushing during an interview on BBC's Morning Live as her pet dog Charlie began partaking in some self-grooming as she chatted via video link. The Call the Midwife actress, 39, appeared on the BBC show on Thursday, 30 November, to discuss The King and I with hosts Kym Marsh and Gethin Jones.

BBC Studios Scripted MD Mark Linsey has said the production community “needs to think about how to make drama and comedy at a lower tariff” amidst a tricky economic situation.

Rishi Sunak has refuted claims that he said it was "OK" to let people die from coronavirus. The allegations surfaced from a diary entry by Sir Patrick Vallance, the UK Government's chief scientific adviser during the pandemic, which was shared with the UK Covid-19 Inquiry.

Russell Brand appeared to have been removed from an episode of Gavin & Stacey on BBC iPlayer, following allegations emerging about the actor and comedian earlier this year.In September, Brand was accused of rape, sexual assault and emotional abuse following a joint investigation by The Times, The Sunday Times and Channel 4’s Dispatches. Brand strongly denied the claims.Earlier this month, Brand was reportedly questioned by police over alleged assault allegations.Fans rewatching the 2007 Christmas special of the beloved sitcom noticed that the joke had been removed.The joke in question is mentioned when the characters go to Pam and Mick’s (played by Alison Steadman and Larry Lamb) and Nessa (Ruth Jones) returns from reading to baby Neil.

Stacey Solomon was issued a 'don't you dare' warning from fans as she dazzled them with her appearance as she headed on a rare night out with her husband Joe Swash. The Loose Women star jokingly did her trademark 'Tap to Tidy' on herself as she glammed up for a special evening.

Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden has opened up about her battle with cancer, admitting she feels "angry" and doesn't want "looks of sympathy". The 33 year old professional dancer, who also lives with Crohn's Disease, was diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this year and had to undergo a mastectomy and chemotherapy. Amy shared her journey with fans on social media, saying: "I never asked [for] this to happen to me.

More details are trickling down about Prince Harry and King Charles III’s estranged relationship.

Bobby Brazier has been dazzling the Strictly Come Dancing audience with his beaming smile and infectious personality ever since he stepped foot in the ballroom with professional dance partner Dianne Buswell.

Doctor Who is returning with three special episodes starring fourteenth doctor David Tenant.