BBC radio legend quits after 27 years as he tells listeners 'you've been my family'

TV star Martin Mull, known for his roles in popular comedy series such as Arrested Development, Roseanne and Sabrina the Teenage Witch, has sadly passed away following an undisclosed illness, according to his family. Martin, who had a career that spanned several decades and included hundreds of credits in television, film, comedy, and music, died on Thursday at the age of 80, his daughter confirmed. It's understood that he had been battling this unknown illness for quite some time.

Gene Maddaus Senior Media Writer President Joe Biden returned to the campaign trail on Friday, as he sought to reassure supporters after a lackluster debate performance raised fresh questions about his age and ability to stay in the race. Speaking to supporters in Raleigh, N.C., Biden, 81, acknowledged the concerns, but pledged that he has what it takes to prevail. “I would not be running if I did not believe with all my heart and soul that I can do this job,” he said, as the crowd chanted “Yes you can.” “The stakes are too high.

John Legend is a minimalist with maximum talent.On Friday, June 21, the 45-year-old EGOT winner headlined at Atlantic City’s intimate yet spacious and cozy yet comfortable Borgata Casino Event Center as part of his ongoing, nationwide ‘An Evening with John Legend Tour.’ Most impressively, Legend decided to forgo a backing band and backup singers, reducing his entertaining one-man show to its most essential elements: just John Legend and a piano.Yes, for nearly two hours — including a 15-minute intermission — it was just Legend, a Yamaha, his songs and his stories.No, it was never dull.Similar to Springsteen on Broadway, the affable showman opts to dig deep into his expansive back catalog, delivering familiar hits, deep cuts and soul-stirring covers while weaving in feel-good stories from his life to explain each track’s significance.It’s a difficult high-wire act to take the stage all by yourself, but Legend is a seasoned pro — he not only put the audience at ease, he made the sold-out crowd feel as if we were chatting with him at an invite only cocktail party.To start, the concert began a little after its 8 p.m. showtime.

Neighbours star Ryan Maloney, who plays Toadie ‘Toadfish’ Rebecchi, has announced he’s leaving the show after 30 years.Toadie was a character who was unlucky in love for a long time, but off-screen Ryan lives with his wife, Alison Hayward, who he married in 2003 and the couple have two children, Erin and Jack - who are now teenagers. Last year, Alison and Ryan celebrated their 20th wedding anniversary. Previously, he said she was a huge support when Neighbours was axed in 2022.

Neighbours actor Ryan Maloney has emotionally revealed he will be leaving the soap after 30 years.The star first joined the Aussie soap back in 1995 as Toadie ‘Toadfish’ Rebecchi. In the announcement of his departure, Ryan explained he will be turning his hand to directing and assures fans he will remain as part of the Neighbours family.

BBC Radio 5 Live presenter Nihal Arthanayake has shared the scary details of a "terrifying" crash he was involved in on the motorway. Arthanayake revealed that his wife and son were in the car with him when they collided with another vehicle, which had been struck by a lorry on the M60. In his post on X, formerly Twitter, the broadcaster recounted how he "clung on to that steering wheel for dear life" to maintain control of his car and prevent it from smashing into the central reservation.

Prince Harry is planning to jet back to the UK as part of a bold move to reconcile with the Royal Family, an insider has claimed. The Duke of Sussex wasn't invited to this year's Trooping the Colour, missed an opportunity to see King Charles during his recent visit in May, and was left off the guest list for the Duke of Westminster's nuptials. And, having watched from the US as sister-in-law Kate Middleton made her long-awaited royal return for the King's birthday, Harry is now reportedly planning to take action.

Prince Harry is reportedly planning a trip to the UK in an attempt to mend fences with the Royal Family, according to a source. This comes after a series of perceived slights towards the Duke of Sussex, including missing out on an invitation to this month's Trooping the Colour, not meeting King Charles during his May visit, and being left off the guest list for the Duke of Westminster's wedding.

Royal Blood have covered Hozier‘s ‘Eat Your Young’ for BBC Radio One’s Live Lounge.READ MORE: Royal Blood on revisiting their debut album 10 years on: “So much has changed, but when it comes to the music, nothing has”Frontman and bassist Mike Kerr and drummer Ben Thatcher drafted in a backing trio of singers to help rock up their take of the Irish singer’s title track from his 2023 EP. You can view their performance below.In the past the band have covered The Knack‘s ‘My Sharona’ and The Police‘s ‘Roxanne’ in the Live Lounge.The duo recently wrapped up their 10th anniversary gigs at O2 Academy Brixton, in which they played their self-titled debut album in full.Reflecting on the record to NME, 10 years on, Kerr said: “It’s been good looking back.

Coronation Street icon Kevin Webster lost his temper and attacked Stefan Brent during Monday's episode of the ITV soap (June 24).

BBC News presenter Aaron Heslehurst has announced that he is stepping down from the channel after 22 years, sharing a statement with fans via X on Sunday (23 June).The broadcaster, 57, who has been on screen for a total of over three decades, wrote to his 24K followers: "I guess it’s time to share something with you.This week will be my very last show at the BBC. "After 30yrs in TV news & 22.5 of them at the BBC it’s time to close this chapter! For those who’ve enjoyed my shows over the years I say THANK YOU! It’s been an honour & a privilege".

Adele Roberts, the Dancing on Ice star who was diagnosed with stage two bowel cancer in October 2021, has offered an update on her health journey.

Hugh Grant is a Swiftie praising Taylor Swift after attending the second night of the singer’s Eras Tour stop at London’s Wembley Stadium.

Singer and West End musical theatre star Michael Ball recently took over the much-loved Love Songs show on BBC Radio 2, following Steve Wright's tragic death earlier this year. Michael quit his mid-morning show on the station, to host the two-hour-long Love Songs With Michael Ball from the beginning of this month. But away from his radio job, Michael is known for his larger-than-life, ever-smiling personality.

Michael Ball has had an impressive career spanning nearly 40 years, having first shot to fame when he made his debut on the West End stage in Les Miserables, back in 1985. Since then the 61 year old star has gone on to launch an impressive recording career, appear in many more musicals including Hairspray, Chess and Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber Of Fleet Street, launch multiple tours both on his own and with Alfie Boe, and become a regular BBC Radio 2 presenter.

Zara McDermott was left asking her fans and followers for their remedies as she told them of a debilitating issue that occurred while working on one of her latest 'goals'. The documentary maker recently revealed she's been getting to work on her next film.

EXCLUSIVE: Netflix is looking to stay in business with two familiar faces as Purple Hearts star Sofia Carson and Queen Charlotte‘s Corey Mylchreest are set to star in the adaptation of the popular novel My Oxford Year by Julia Whelan. The Inbetweeners director Iain Morris will direct, with Temple Hill Entertainment producing. Laura Quicksilver and George Berman are overseeing the production.

Sabrina Carpenter has covered Chappell Roan’s ‘Good Luck, Babe!’ For BBC Radio One’s Live Lounge.The ‘Espresso’ chart-topper stopped by the BBC Radio 1 Lounge earlier today (June 18) and performed her newest single ‘Please Please Please‘ and sang a stripped-down rendition of Roan’s ‘Good Luck Babe’.Her cover of Roan’s song began with an acoustic version of the track’s intro, turning it into a ballad before bringing the tempo up back to its original pop sound. The singer previously told Rolling Stone that she’s had ‘Good Luck, Babe!’ on “loopty loop.”pic.twitter.com/eD1P5vToPO— Media SCBR (@mediascbr) June 18, 2024Elsewhere, Carpenter is set to release her sixth album ‘Short N Sweet’ on August 23 via Island Records.Last week, she gave ‘Please Please Please‘ its live debut at Gov Ball in New York.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music Sabrina Carpenter performed her two songs of the summer candidates, “Espresso” and “Please Please Please” along with a cover of fast-rising labelmate Chappell Roan’s latest single “Good Luck, Babe!” for BBC Radio One’s Live Lounge on Tuesday. Carpenter’s version of the song, which starts at around the 20-minute mark below, starts off low-key and near-acoustic, but gathers steam on the second verse as the band and backing singers join in.

EXCLUSIVE: “This is purely strategic,” exclaims Why Not Me? host and La La Land executive producer Mike Jackson of having John Legend as the first guest on his new podcast series. “There’s a method to the madness.”