Zoe Ball shares 'heartbreaking' reason for BBC Radio 2 absence and says 'I'm trying'

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.

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.

Kate Forbes has said that Humza Yousaf lacks a "big vision" for Scotland, according to reports.

Gorka Marquez shares some huge family news with Anton Du Beke and Giovanni Pernice in the second series of their travel show, Adventures in Spain.

Tom Sandoval sure has a way with words, doesn’t he?

Strictly's Giovanni Pernice has opened up about the heartbreaking reason he is a self-confessed 'workaholic' as he admitted his family back in Sicily is a huge driving force behind his work ethic.The 33 year old professional dancer, who is one of the stars of Strictly Come Dancing, faced scrutiny last year after his celebrity partner on the show, Amanda Abbington, 52, abruptly quit amid rumours that Giovanni's tough training style pushed her to the decision. On the TV show, Adventures In Spain, Giovanni told Anton Du Beke that he works a lot because he's scared it might all end one day.

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.

Zoe Ball has returned to her Radio 2 Breakfast Show after taking time off to care for her mum who was recently diagnosed with cancer.The presenter broke her silence on her absence, telling listeners: “It's me! I've missed you all, I've been looking after my dear ma but back to bother you though.” Zoe also gave a heartbreaking update on her mum Julia Peckham’s health, adding: “Sadly, heartbreakingly her cancer is quite advanced but we're making loads of lovely memories and taking care of her, she has some amazing people around her. “I have a newfound admiration for all carers.

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.

The Princess of Wales has had an emotional few months after an outlandish social media conspiracy theory was sparked online questioning Kate's whereabouts as she continues to recover from major surgery. Even though the heartwarming Mother's Day image of Kate beaming with her children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis was shared, several major photo agencies then withdrew the snap over fears it had been “edited at source”.

Demi Sims has finally spilled the beans on what sparked the massive row that has caused a rift between her and her older sister, Chloe.The 27 year old and her sister Frankie, 28, have been at odds with their big sister Chloe, 42, who used to be on The Only Way Is Essex, for several months now. In fact, the disagreement has even affected their own Only Fans reality show, House of Sims.The siblings star in the show along with their brother Charlie, 31, and his girlfriend, Georgia Shults, 32. But a while ago, a huge rift drove a wedge between the two sisters.

Louis Walsh has been sticking the boot in to many a famous acquaintance during his time in the Celebrity Big Brother house, but when he branded Jedward "vile" it sparked a furious reaction. Jedward just happened to be watching the ITV reality series from close pal Gemma Collins ' house and the trio hit back with their own anecdotes about Louis. But as viewers might have guessed, there's a long history to the animosity between the Irish stars after their X Factor collaboration turned sour.

Zoe Ball has been confirmed to be returning to her role on BBC Radio 2, after she left fans concerned for her wellbeing when she pulled out of her recent morning slot. The star's co-worker Gaby Roslin has shared an update on the presenter following a devastating development in her family as she announced her mum is battling cancer. Morning Live host Gaby, 59, addressed 53 year old Zoe's state of mind and whether or not she was planning to come back to helm the radio programme.The star clarified that Zoe's priority is to be with her mum when she needs her, so will come back to host as and when she can.

Zoe Ball has announced that her mother Julia has been diagnosed with cancer. Sharing a family photo to Instagram, Zoe shared the sad news as she wrote: "Heartbreakingly our beautiful Mama Julia has been diagnosed with Cancer. "As many of you know from experience, these are extremely tough times.

Coronation Street star Sue Cleaver has shown off her new look ahead of taking on a new role away from the cobbles. The actress is set to take a brief break away from playing Weatherfield's Eileen Grimshaw in the ITV soap as she takes to the stage.

A professional chef has explained how to cook 'the best bacon you'll ever have' - and the technique doesn't involve using oil or an oven.

Actor, comedian, writer and presenter Matt Lucas has had a wide and varied career across TV and film. Saturday night (March 2) will also see him pop up as Star Guest Announcer on Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway, in what is the final series before the Geordie duo take a break from the show.

This time next week, the BBC Radio 6 Music Festival will be well underway, as a string of Manchester’s best music venues open their doors and prepare to host a variety of world-class acts.

Dame Esther Rantzen, who is battling terminal cancer, has made the heartbreaking confession that spending time with her grandchildren is "precious" as it could be her last spring.