Russell Crowe sends surprise birthday message to British sailor on round-the-world trip

Russell Crowe is hitting the tennis courts!

Game of Thrones star turned 25 over the weekend, marking the first birthday celebrated by Sophie both as a mother to their daughter Willa and during coronavirus lockdown measures. Leading the tributes to the X-Men actress was her husband Joe, who posted to Instagram on Sunday (February 21), expressing his "love" for Sophie and her "two moods".

There have been plenty of unlikely friendships within celebrity circles over the years, and another one to add to that list is Russell Crowe and Lord Alan Sugar.The business tycoon, who previously engaged in a Twitter row with Piers Morgan's mum, was spotted playing a game of tennis in Australia with the award-winning actor.The pair were joined by Alan's wife Ann Simons and Russell's girlfriend Britney Theriot as they spent some quality time together in Sydney.

Villa and so too is Prince William, the second in line to the Commonwealth monarchy. Even former Prime Minister David Cameron has claimed he is a Villa supporter, while cricket stars Chris Woakes and Ian Bell also follow Dean Smith 's side.

Jenifer Aniston turned 52 yesterday, and was showered with love and affection from the internet to celebrate. One particular message from ex-husband Justin Theroux caught fans' attention, thanks to the sweet nature of the throwback post.

Russell Crowe remembered Christopher Plummer as a “good man” as Hollywood continued to pay tribute to The Sound Of Music star following his death aged 91. Canadian actor Plummer enjoyed a stellar career on stage and screen, with acclaimed turns in films including The Man Who Would Be King, Knives Out and Beginners, the 2010 comedy which made him the oldest person to win an acting Oscar.

February 5, 2021Following his death, Crowe, Plummer’s co-star in The Insider and A Beautiful Mind, was among the Hollywood figures who paid tribute. Crowe shared a Twitter thread recalling a story Plummer had told him about being a young actor in 1960s London and bumping into Peter Finch, the Oscar-winning star of 1976 drama Network.

Russell Crowe is paying tribute to his late friend and co-star, Christopher Plummer. 

Russell Crowe is remembering Christopher Plummer by telling fans a story of working with the iconic actor.

Gladiator actor recorded a video message encouraging sailor Pip Hare, who is currently sailing around the world, following a prompt from BBC Radio Solent host Steve Harris.“Long shot… anyone know any way I can get in touch with Russell Crowe? THE Russell Crowe?!” Harris tweeted yesterday (February 3), before Crowe responded “What’s up Steve?”Harris then explained that Hare was a Gladiator fan, and was currently taking part in the Vendee Globe race, after which Crowe posted a video message

Russell Crowe has made one fan’s birthday a day she’ll never forget after he surprised her with a video message. Pip Hare is currently somewhere in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean competing in a gruelling round-the-world yacht race.

Alfredo Morelos appeared to bite back at his critics as he posted a pointed message on social media. The Colombian international was the match-winner for Steven Gerrard 's side on Wednesday as he scored the only goal in a 1-0 win over Hibs.

Swizz Beatz is celebrating Alicia Keys on her 40th birthday.

Gary Barlow's Take That bandmates and pal Jason Donovan helped the popstar celebrate his 50th birthday on Wednesday with heartfelt social media messages. Howard Donald and Mark Owen were among the big names marking the singer's milestone on Twitter and Instagram.

Gabrielle Union shared the sweetest message for Dwyane Wade as he rang in his 39th birthday. The L.A.’s Finest star shared a video compilation of touching family moments that included the two of them dancing together, the former NBA star playing with their daughter Kaavia, 2, dancing with his daughter Zaya, 13, and posing with his son Zaire, 18. “Happy Birthday baby.