Over the years, Christine Lampard has become a familiar face on our TV screens. From joining the Loose Women panel to stepping in for Lorraine Kelly on ITV’s Lorraine, the TV presenter is a regular fixture on the small screen.
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As Claudia Winkleman bids farewell to her BBC Radio 2 show on Saturday, 23 March, she'll be leaving the comfort of the studio for the splendour of her home. For when she isn't busy filming at the huge Ardross Castle in Scotland for The Traitors, or at Elstree Studios for Strictly Come Dancing she is likely to be found at her family's stunning mansion – a Grade-II listed London townhouse tucked away near Marble Arch. Claudia treasures her privacy, yet occasionally offers glimpses into her family abode shared with husband Kris Thykier and their three children.
Rumour has it that former Prime Minister Tony Blair and his wife Cherie are among Claudia's esteemed neighbours. Her chic London residence, purchased prior to 2010 for approximately £3 million, is speculated to have appreciated substantially over the years. In a rare Instagram peek, Claudia unveils her serene sanctuary, adorned with neutral hues and understated elegance.
The clip showcases tall wood-panelled walls painted in soothing off-white tones, accented with a decorative white border, lending a subtle edge to the backdrop.
A statement houseplant infuses a botanical Scandi-style vibe, while a number of books line towering shelves, hinting at intellectual pursuits. Venturing into another space, sage green walls provide a serene backdrop, contrasting with the original ceiling borders and pristine white ceiling. Claudia's bathroom, revealed in a 2017 behind-the-scenes photo with makeup artist Sali Hughes, exudes luxury with marble flooring, panelled walls, and a deep white bathtub.
Over the years, Christine Lampard has become a familiar face on our TV screens. From joining the Loose Women panel to stepping in for Lorraine Kelly on ITV’s Lorraine, the TV presenter is a regular fixture on the small screen.
Kim Kardashian has given fans a peek inside her stunning getaway after jetting off to Turks and Caicos for some sun, sea and sand alongside her sisters Khloe, Kourtney and Kylie. The TV personality, 43, who stunned while at the Oscars Vanity Fair party last month, took to Instagram to give fans a glimpse inside the lavish trip as she soaked up the sun and made some time to relax away from her busy schedule. In a series of clips posted to her Instagram story, the Keeping Up With The Kardashians star could be seen walking alongside the beach as she took in the crystal clear water and in one video she made her way across the white sand as she showed off the stunning location’s vibrant greens plants, palm trees and chic white parasols and sun loungers.
One of the BBC’s highest profile radio presenters has apologized for comments about people with glass eyes in a recent video to promote his new children’s book.
new album “Cowboy Carter” — and one of them is none other than music legend Stevie Wonder.After accepting the Innovator Award at the iHeartRadio Music Awards at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles Monday night, the “Texas Hold ‘Em” singer gushed over the 25-time Grammy winner who handed her the gong.“Now, Beyoncé is once again changing music and culture,” Wonder said of her latest record. “And when she’s not changing music, she’s changing the world, fighting the good fight.”As the mom of three accepted the award, she thanked the “I Wish” hitmaker for “making a way for all of us.”“And thank you for playing the harmonica on ‘Jolene,’” she added.“Tonight, you called me an innovator and for that, I’m very grateful,” the 32-time Grammy winner said.
Diane Youdale Gilbert, who was known as 'Jet' on Gladiators over three decades ago remains a favourite among fans of the original show. Diane, who is now 54, took part in four series of the ITV programme from 1992 to 1995.
Katie Price was cut off by BBC Radio 4 host Clare McDonnell during her appearance on Woman's Hour, after the former glamour model started ranting about the DVLA and her driving ban. Clare had to interrupt Katie as she discussed her driving troubles and why she hasn't been able to get her license back since her ban ended.To keep things fair on the publicly funded radio show, Clare reminded listeners that "the DVLA aren't here" to share their side of the story while Katie vented. During her chat on Woman's Hour, Katie talked about her experiences with cosmetic surgery - advising young women not to have surgery without doing their homework - and about raising a disabled child as a single mum.The brave star was also asked about her many driving bans and recent bankruptcy news.
accused her of sexual harassment, body-shaming and creating a hostile work environment in a lawsuit.The 35-year-old “Truth Hurts” singer posted a statement to her Instagram on Friday, telling her 12.1 million followers, “I’m getting tired of putting up with being dragged by everyone in my life and on the internet.”“All I want is to make music and make people happy and help the world be a little better than how I found it. But I’m starting to feel like the world doesn’t want me in it,” she wrote.
Listeners of Radio 2's Breakfast Show were surprised on Thursday morning when Tony Blackburn took over from host Zoe Ball. Fans were puzzled by her absence, especially since she had just returned to the show last week.
Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling had an “unspoken agreement” when they had kids… She stays home, he goes to work!
Coldplay are facing pressure to switch the lyrics to their song ‘Yellow’ to honour Luton Town FC at an upcoming live show.The Chris Martin-fronted band are set to headline Radio 1’s Big Weekend in May, and will undoubtedly be breaking out fan favourites including ‘Clocks’, ‘The Scientist’, ‘Sky Full Of Stars’ and more.However, there is one song in particular that fans are wanting to hear in a different way than usual, particularly as the show will be held in Luton.In honour of Luton Town FC, some fans are calling on the band to switch up the lyrics to one of their biggest hits, and change the lyrics to ‘Orange’ – the colour that the team wear – as opposed to the original ‘Yellow’, which is worn by Watford, who are based just 17 miles down the M1.As highlighted by BBC, some residents in the area are putting pressure on the band to switch up the lyrics, just for one night, to fit in with their local football rivalry."And it was called… Orange?"
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Courtney Love’s Women.The series will see the music legend share her “ultimate soundtrack to her life” as she reflects on the women in music who have “shaped her journey, her sound and her next chapter”.Across eight episodes that will air from April 8 to April 15, the Hole founder and singer will journey through the eras of her life and the music that made her alongside her friend and music podcaster and writer, Rob Harvilla.Love will recall the musical moments from throughout her formative years as part of the series, including when she discovered disco through the record collection at a childhood care home and recited Sylvia Plath poetry for a Mickey Mouse Club audition.She will also detail her love of Billie Holiday and Nina Simone and recall her time at an all-girl boarding school in New Zealand and in juvenile detention, before she reflects on couch-surfing across America and struggles with drug abuse.Other topics covered in the series will include her acting career, her attempts to creatively matchmake Stevie Nicks and Billy Corgan, hanging out with Debbie Harry at a Limp Bizkit album launch at the Playboy Mansion, Gwen Stefani – after years of public feuding between the pair – her relationship with Nirvana‘s Kurt Cobain, taking pandemic guitar lessons with The Big Moon’s Juliet Jackson and more.Samantha Moy, Head of BBC Radio 6 Music, said in a press statement: “Courtney Love is an icon and a trailblazer – her influence on music and culture over the decades is undeniable.
After three years at the helm of Radio 2, presenter Claudia Winkleman has officially quit her role on the broadcaster's Saturday morning slot.The 52 year old waved goodbye to her listeners on her final show on Saturday, 23 March, and said: "We’ve come to the end and I'm allergic to goodbyes but i do want to say many thanks yous, I would like to thank Helen and everyone at Radio 2." Her voice wavering as it sounded like she was fighting tears, she added: "But my biggest thanks are to you the listeners, I have worked in tele for 24 years and I have never been more nervous than I was taking over for Graham you were warm welcoming and so lovely to me... "I love your weekly messages and updates, I just want to say thank you so much." Hanging up her headphones, the host played one parting song, saying: "This is from me to you, it could only be this…" before playing Wonderwall by Oasis.
Coldplay, Vampire Weekend and Beabadoobee are among the names that have been added to the huge line-up for BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2024.This year’s edition of the festival is set to run between Friday, May 24 and Sunday, May 26, and will be held at Stockwood Park in Luton.The names for the first two nights had already been announced, and now the line-up for Sunday has been confirmed, with Coldplay topping the bill on the Main Stage.We'll be closing out #BigWeekend Luton with a headline performance from @coldplay on Sunday 26th May! ✨For more details and info on tickets, visit https://t.co/4t4HBZtjzI pic.twitter.com/9gvRfS50OO— BBC Radio 1 (@BBCR1) March 20, 2024“We wouldn’t be anywhere without Radio 1 and we’re super excited to come to Luton this year and play Big Weekend,” the band said about their inclusion on the line-up.Rounding out the Main Stage bill on Sunday will be Declan McKenna, Olly Alexander, Sabrina Carpenter and Vampire Weekend.Tickets for the weekend go on sale at 5pm tomorrow (March 21), and will cost £29.50, plus a £4.50 booking fee. Full information on how to get yours can be found here.The festival has also confirmed the line-up for the New Music Stage on Sunday, May 26, with Beabadoobee taking top billing.
BBC Radio One’s Big Weekend 2024, with RAYE, Charli XCX and The Last Dinner Party leading the way.This year’s edition of the festival is set to run between Friday, May 24 and Sunday, May 26, and will be held at Stockwood Park in Luton.Yesterday (March 18), the first run of artists, set to perform on the opening night, was revealed, and now organisers have also shared those lined up for the Saturday slots.RAYE has been announced as headlining the Main Stage on the night – following on from her record-breaking number of wins at the BRITs earlier this month – while pop icon Charli XCX will be headlining the New Music Stage. The slot comes ahead of her announcing details of her new album ‘Brat’, and dropping the huge lead single ‘Von Dutch’.Others set to perform on the Main Stage on Saturday include Aitch, Griff, Rag ‘N’ Bone Man, Mabel and Joel Corry, while BRIT Rising Star winners and former NME cover stars The Last Dinner Party will be performing at the New Music Stage.Both The Last Dinner Party and Charli XCX will be joined by Alfie Templeman, Caity Baser, Cat Burns, Dylan, Tems and Shygirl,Saturday at #BigWeekend Luton is gonna be veRAYE special ♥️For more details and info on tickets, visit https://t.co/BGPOsfilea pic.twitter.com/OB6xc2VFAC— BBC Radio 1 (@BBCR1) March 19, 2024Tickets, priced at £29.50 (plus a £4.50 booking fee per ticket), will go on sale at 5pm GMT on Thursday (March 21) and can be purchased here.
Zoe Ball has revealed her mother’s cancer is ‘quite advanced’ after she confirmed her mum's ill health was behind her recent absence from her BBC Radio 2 show. Earlier this month, the broadcaster shared on social media that her mum Julia Peckham had been diagnosed with cancer after she disappeared from her breakfast show on the station.
Chase & Status, Becky Hill, Rudimental and a host of other artists have been announced as the first acts for BBC Radio 1‘s Big Weekend 2024.Ella Henderson, Diplo, Eric Prydz, Kenya Grace, Sonny Fodera, Dimension and Hannah Laing have also been confirmed for the opening day at this year’s annual bash which will take place at Stockwood Park in Luton from May 24-26.Tickets priced at £29.50 (plus a £4.50 booking fee per ticket) will go on sale at 5pm GMT this Thursday (March 21) and can be purchased here. Further acts will be announced in the coming weeks.Commenting on their headline status, Chase & Status said: “Always a big moment for us to play for Radio 1 at Big Weekend, especially this year, to be bringing our full live show to the Main Stage alongside so many other huge acts.”#BigWeekend Luton lineup news ✨Here's who's heading to Stockwood Park on Friday 24th May!For more details and info on tickets, visit https://t.co/4t4HBZtjzI.
Sara Cox, the presenter of BBC Radio 2, has had quite a journey from being shockingly stalked by a paedophile to securing herself an impressive net worth.The 49 year old, who hails from Bolton, is now taking on her next venture as she joins this series of The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer.The radio star will tackle technicals and showstoppers as she masters baking in the iconic GBBO tent alongside the likes of Danny Dyer, Paloma Faith, Oti Mabuse and Spencer Matthews.The 2024 celebrity series will kick off from 7.40pm on Sunday, 17 March on Channel 4 with Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith returning as judges and Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond as hosts. As we watch Sara mix her way to become Star Baker, we've taken a look at her life away from the spotlight.
TV and radio presenter Claudia Winkleman has debuted a brand-new look, giving her iconic hairstyle a stylish update. The beloved host, known for her signature fringe that typically covers most of her eyes, made a statement as she stepped out from her BBC Radio 2 show sporting a notably shorter fringe.
Todd Spangler NY Digital Editor Entertainment mogul and TV talk show host Oprah Winfrey said she decided to exit the board of directors WeightWatchers — after nearly a decade — to avoid the appearance of a conflict of interest. Last month, Winfrey announced that she will not stand for reelection to the board of WeightWatchers at the annual meeting of shareholders to be held in May 2024.