Royle Family and Emmerdale actor Peter Martin dies aged 82

EXCLUSIVE: Addison Rae is set to join the ensemble cast of Legendary’s live-action hybrid, Animal Friends, which already stars Ryan Reynolds, Jason Momoa, Vince Vaughn and Aubrey Plaza. Emmy-winning director Peter Atencio is set to direct the R-rated road trip adventure from writing duo Kevin Burrows and Matt Mider. The logline is currently being kept under wraps but sources add Rae would be one of the main live-action players.

The Demon Headmaster, has died aged 86.The news was broken with “great sadness” by his agent earlier today, who described him as a “beloved client and much-loved stage and screen actor” (via BBC). As of yet, no further details have been announced.Hardiman first rose to fame in the ‘90s, for his role in The Demon Headmaster — a CBBC series which scared a generation of kids between the period of 1996 and 1998.

McKinley Franklin editor Tasha Smith will join Will Smith and Martin Lawrence in the latest installment of Sony Pictures’ “Bad Boys” franchise.  In “Bad Boys 4,” Smith will play Theresa, Marcus Burnett’s (Lawrence) loving and devoted wife, a role previously inhabited by Theresa Randle in the first three “Bad Boys” films. Plot details for “Bad Boys 4” have been kept under wraps. Smith is best known for her roles as Carol in the drama series “Empire,” Ronnie Boyce in HBO’s Emmy-winning series “The Corner” and Angela in Tyler Perry’s “Why Did I Get Married?” She has also directed episodes of “Our Kind of People,” “Mayor of Kingstown” and “Bel-Air.”

Snoop Dogg and Ryan Reynolds are reportedly embroiled in a bidding war to purchase a national sports team in Canada.According to talkSport, Wrexham AFC co-owner Reynolds is aiming to expand his portfolio and buy the Ottawa Senators – the National Hockey League team that is currently for sale in Canada’s capital city.The Deadpool actor was last week linked to a bid that would top $1billion for the team.But Snoop said on Instagram yesterday (May 1) that he was “looking forward” to being part of a bid by LA-based businessman Neko Sparks, who would be the first Black owner of an NHL team (via The Independent).“I WANNA BRING HOCKEY TO OUR COMMUNITY,” the rapper wrote. Check out the posts below.A post shared by snoopdogg (@snoopdogg)A post shared by snoopdogg (@snoopdogg)Neither Sparks nor Reynolds have publicly confirmed their interest in purchasing the Ottawa Senators at the time of writing.

Dannii Erskine who rose to fame for her stint on Australian reality show Bride and Prejudice fame has died aged 28.

EXCLUSIVE: Rob Delaney (Catastrophe) has closed a deal to return for Deadpool 3, joining the Ryan Reynolds-led ensemble of the threequel that Shawn Levy will direct and produce for Marvel Studios.

MasterChef Australia judge Jock Zonfrillo has passed away, aged 46. A statement was announced via his Instagram reading: "With completely shattered hearts and without knowing how we can possibly move through life without him, we are devastated to share that Jock passed away yesterday." "So many words can describe him, so many stories can be told, but at this time we're too overwhelmed to put them into words. For those who crossed his path, became his mater, or were lucky enough to be his family, keep this proud Scot in your hearts when you have your next Whisky." "We implore you to please let us grieve privately as we find a way to navigate through this, and find space on the other side to celebrate our irreplaceable husband, father, brother, son and friend. The Scottish-born chef started working in kitchens as a dishwasher part-time at the age of 13 and left school at 15 to begin an apprenticeship. He worked for Marco Pierre White before travelling to Australia to work at Restaurant 41 in Sydney. In October 2019, Jock was announced as one of the new judges of MasterChef Australia, alongside Melissa Leong and Andy Allen. Network 10 and Endemol Shine Australia released a joint statement via Instagram, announcing that MasterChef, which was set to premiere tonight, will not air this week. "We are deeply shocked and saddened at the sudden loss of Jock Zonfrillo, a beloved member of the MasterChef Australia family.

Earlier this week, we reported Peter Martin, 82, had died. In Emmerdale, he was known to millions as Len Reynolds. He played the character between 2001 and 2007.

Emmerdale and Joe Carroll on The Royle Family, died on Wednesday morning, with a friend confirming the news on social media. ‘My friend, drinking partner, fishing buddy past away on Wednesday morning,’ read a message posted on Facebook.

Ricky Tomlinson has issued a tribute to Royle Family co-star Peter Martin following his death aged 82. The two shared the screen together in the legendary BBCsitcom.

Only Fools and Horses Twitter account also paid tribute to Kate, who is believed to have died from cancer. “We are sorry to learn of the passing of Kate Saunders, who played police-woman Sandra in the episode The Long Legs of the Law in 1982,” the page wrote. "In addition to her acting career, Kate was an award-winning novelist, journalist and critic.

reports the Mirror. The actor's sister, Louisa Saunders confirmed the news on Twitter on Monday, April 24. "My sister, who we lost last Friday.

Facebook, Chronicle Live reports. The actor played Simon Meredith on the popular ITV soap, which he appeared between 2003 and 2006 and also starred in Byker Grove for five series. More recently, he starred in ITV Drama The Hunt for Raoul Moat, as Moat's friend Rory Sutcliffe.

Former Emmerdale actor Dale Meeks has tragically passed away aged 47. Dale appeared on the ITV soap as Simon Meredith from 2003 until the character's departure from the Yorkshire Dales in 2006. He also had roles in Byker Grover, Heartbeat and most recently The Hunt for Raoul Moat.

ITV soap between 2003 and 2006 and his death was confirmed on social media. According to the Mirror, one of Dale’s family members wrote: ‘So unbelievably sad. ‘Brother in Law, mucca, side kick and just the BEST friend a lad could have wished for.

Emmerdale actor Dale Meeks has died aged 47.

Emmerdale and The Hunt for Raoul Moat star Dale Meek has died aged 47. The actor's death was announced by a family member on Facebook, Chronicle Live reports.

10 years ago, Gogglebox made a splash in the TV industry by showing viewers at home other viewers at home watching TV. Despite being somewhat of a bizarre concept on paper, the show has proved successful and has won numerous awards at shows including the BAFTAs and the NTAs. Much of Gogglebox’s charm lies in the familiar faces who sit down to watch TV every night.

Brandon Sklenar has joined the cast of .On Thursday, ET confirmed that the  actor will be starring alongside Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni as Atlas Corrigan, in the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel, It Ends With Us.Sklenar is best known for his breakout role as Spencer Dutton in Taylor Sheridan's  prequel, 1923 for Paramount+, in which he stars opposite Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren. Sklenar most recently portrayed Burt Reynolds in The Offer, with Westworld, ,  and more among his list of credits.Hoover shared the casting news on Instagram as well, writing, «They announced Atlas! Cannot wait for this.

Scarlett Johansson is complimenting her ex. The 38-year-old actress appeared on the latest episode of Gwyneth Paltrow's , and offered some kind words about her former husband, Ryan Reynolds.The topic came up when Paltrow asked Johansson if she'd been married two times, and Johansson corrected her by saying that she's actually on her third marriage. «Oh that's right, because I forgot that you were married to Ryan Reynolds!» Paltrow said.