Incredible moment singer proposes to girlfriend during Glasgow's Barrowlands gig

coronation of King Charles III was a historic moment in many regards, but for opera singer Pretty Yende, the moment had special significance.The South African soprano became the first African soloist invited to perform at a British coronation ceremony on Saturday, as she took the stage with the world watching to perform «Sacred Fire,» a piece written by composer Sarah Class for the occasion.«It's a dream come true,» the singer shared with ET's Kevin Frazier following the ceremony at Westminster Abbey. «When I got to learn about opera, I realized that it's something that I would like to share with as many people as possible, because of how it made me feel.»«It was more than the joy that I've known and love that I've known, and I wanted to share it with as many people as possible,» she added.

coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip's memory were felt throughout, with several nods made to both late royals. When it came to Elizabeth, who died in September, there were several nods made by her son and his second wife, largely in the outfits they wore during Saturday's ceremony at Westminster Abbey in London, England. When it came to the king, his Stole Royal was inspired by one worn by his mother during her coronation in 1953 and featured a series of roundels that included the four emblems of the United Kingdom. Camilla's outfit featured several more notable nods to Elizabeth, with the new queen wearing her late mother-in-law's historic «coronation necklace.» First commissioned by Queen Victoria in 1853, it was also worn by Elizabeth during her crowning ceremony in 1953. Additionally, Camilla's «Robe of State,» which was worn upon her arrival at Westminster Abbey, was originally made for Elizabeth in 1953. Her «Robe of Estate,» meanwhile, was embroidered with 24 plants, including the Lily of the Valley, which was the late queen's favorite flower. During the ceremony, Camilla was crowned with Queen Mary's Crown, which was made for the 1911 coronation of Queen Mary, the consort of King George V.

Katy Perry's arrival for the coronation of King Charles III got off to a bit of a bumpy start. The pop superstar lookedstunning in a lilac-colored ensemble, arriving with British Vogue Editor Edward Enniful at Westminster Abbey on Saturday. But as she entered the church ahead of the historic ceremony, Perry was spotted wandering around as she struggled to find her seat. As she peered through and around her purple fascinator, Perry appeared to get turned around before eventually pointing and asking another attendee a question.

Singer Freya Ridings has pulled out of the Coronation Concert due to being unwell, according to reports. Freya, 29, was set to take to the Windsor Castle stage on Sunday as part of this weekend's celebrations, as King Charles III and Queen Camilla are crowned.

British singer Linda Lewis, who scored a string UK solo hits in the 1970s but is most widely known as one of the era’s most in-demand back-up singers who recorded with Yusuf Islam/Cat Stevens, David Bowie, T. Rex and Rod Stewart, died at her home on May 3. She was 72.

Taylor Swift is cozying up to a new British bachelor, singer Matty Healy, according to reports.  Swift, 33, and Healy, 34, are preparing to take their relationship to the next level by going public with their romance, The Sun reported.  As the "Midnights" singer is gearing up for her performance in Nashville, Tennessee, this weekend, Swift and the frontman for the band The 1975 have plans to publicly come together, according to the media outlet. Although Swift’s representatives did not respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment, Healy’s team said they had "nothing to add." Since their rumored romance, fans on Twitter have been fully invested in their budding relationship.  Several Swift fans, often referred to as "Swifties," have resurfaced a photo from January of the pop star and Healy’s mom, Denise Welch, at a The 1975 concert.

Singer-songwriter Linda Lewis has died at the age of 72, her family has confirmed. In a statement on social media, her sister Dee Lewis Clay said: “It is with the greatest sadness and regret we share the news that our beloved beautiful sister Linda Lewis passed away today peacefully at her home. “The family asks that you respect our privacy and allow us to grieve at this heartbreaking time.” With an impressive career spanning more than four decades, it comes as a huge loss to the music industry.

SPOILER ALERT – Do not read ahead if you have not watched the new episode of The Masked Singer!

The Masked Singer is back!

Michael Schneider Variety Editor at Large SPOILER ALERT: Do not read ahead if you have not watched the Season 9, episode 12 of “The Masked Singer,” which aired May 3 on Fox. Former Miss USA and Miss Universe Olivia Culpo was the next celebrity to be revealed on Fox’s “The Masked Singer.” Culpo was unmasked as UFO on Thursday’s show, which also doubled as the Season 9 quarterfinals. Culpo, a model and Internet star, sang Amy Winehouse’s “Tears Dry On Their Own” on the episode, having previously sang “Yellow” by Coldplay. “I was really nervous when I sang my first song,” Culpo said in her pre-tape package. “But I’m really excited to have made it this far. This experience has exemplified going out of my comfort zone and being more vulnerable than I ever have before. So much of my career is based on the way I look physically, so adding value through my energy or my singing, it feels like there is more that I have to offer. And I’m getting older, so I have to hold on to something. Joking!”

Sleep Token gig was interrupted this weekend when an audience member appeared to fart during one of the quietest moments in the alt-metal band’s set.The anonymous masked UK collective were performing at the Metro Theatre in Sydney, Australia, this Saturday (April 29) when one concertgoer apparently let one rip.According to fans, the unfortunately timed toot came during the quiet piano section of the band’s track ‘Atlantic’ during a brief vocal interlude.“Someone ripping a giant fart mid Atlantic in Sydney kinda ruined the mood,” a video clip of the moment was captioned on Facebook, along with a laughing emoji.Someone ripping an absolutely SINISTER fart during a quiet bit at a Sleep Token gig is haunting me. pic.twitter.com/O7q5qCUyL7— Glass Eating Champion (@DispoZalen) April 30, 2023“Someone ripping an absolutely SINISTER fart during a quiet bit at a Sleep Token gig is haunting me,” a Twitter user wrote when reposting the video.“It wasn’t even a subtle creaker or anything.

A subtle tribute. Before Queen Consort Camilla is officially crowned during her husband King Charles III’s coronation, she will enter Westminster Abbey with a small piece of Queen Elizabeth II’s memory.

Say hello to Michaela Coel! The British screenwriter is a fashionable force to be reckoned with.   

When she lost a stone-and-a-half over five years ago, TV fashion guru Susannah Constantine was thrilled to be "as skinny as Trinny", her What Not To Wear co-host, Trinny Woodall. Now Susannah, 60, has showcased her svelte frame in a black sporty swimsuit on her 112k Instagram followers, with them being quick to share plenty of positivity.

Coronation Street star Helen Flanagan and Countdown's Carol Vorderman are currently starring on the ITV spin-off show I'm A Celebrity... South Africa as former campmates from over the years battle it out to become the ultimate 'legend' of jungle life.

Len Goodman left Bruno Tonioli in tears when he made the emotional decision to quit Dancing with the Stars. Last November, the former Strictly Come Dancing judge announced on Dancing With The Stars that he would be hanging up his scoring paddle for the last time at the end of that series.

With I’m A Celebrity South Africa due to begin airing tomorrow (April 24), cast member Helen Flanagan has taken to Instagram to share her nerves with her followers. During a chat with her fans on her Instagram stories, former Coronation Street star Helen, 32, admitted that she’s worried about "humiliating" herself thanks to a "horrendous" Bushtucker Trial. She told her fans: “The Trial of how I entered the jungle… I can’t even tell you how horrendous it was.

Paramore fan proposed to their partner during the band’s headline gig in Birmingham last night (April 22), using a bunch of Paramore song titles.Paramore are currently touring the UK in support of ‘This Is Why’ and last night, headlined Birmingham’s Utilita Arena. During the concert, a fan was given a microphone and proposed to their partner.“You’re the only exception,” started the proposal. “All I wanted was you.

The new series of Britain's Got Talent has had fans talking with its high-energy opening sketches, and fans couldn't believe their eyes moments into the third episode as head judge Simon Cowell appeared to take a bubble bath. In an all-singing, all-dancing start to the 16th series of BGT, Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly were singing in the streets to The Osmonds song Having a Party surrounded by dancers, singers and other talented acts.

This is the moment thousands marked the end of the holy month of Ramadan and took part in Eid prayers. An estimated 20,000 took to Platt Fields park in Fallowfield for the 'Eid in the Park' event.