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BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 11, 2026

Wordle to become TV quiz show with Savannah Guthrie as host
The online word game from the New York Times will hit the small screen in the UK and US from next year.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 11, 2026

Ofcom partially upholds police watchdog complaint about BBC's Chris Kaba doc
The complaint concerned claims made on a Panorama episode on Kaba, who was killed in 2022.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 11, 2026

Star Wars and Shakespeare actor Michael Pennington dies aged 82
Actress Miriam Margolyes said she was "sad beyond measure" to hear of the actor's death.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 11, 2026

The Beatles will open a museum on the site of their last gig
The band will recreate their recording studio and share unseen memorabilia in London's Savile Row.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 11, 2026

Tracey Emin voices TfL disabilities announcements
The artist will voice Tube announcements urging support for passengers with hidden disabilities.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 10, 2026

Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15m over use of her image on TV boxes
The pop star's legal team alleges a photograph of her face was used on Samsung television boxes without permission.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 10, 2026

Alan Carr and Paloma Faith are still friends, and nine other Bafta TV moments
There were tears, surprises and fabulous outfits - as one of the biggest nights for UK television took place.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 10, 2026

Martin Lewis delivers emotional speech, and nine other Bafta TV moments
There were tears, surprises and fabulous outfits - as one of the biggest nights for UK television took place.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 10, 2026

Why Eurovision's fallout over Israel may change the competition forever
With Eurovision facing its biggest boycott in 70 years, questions are growing over the competition's future.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 10, 2026

Adolescence makes history at Bafta TV Awards
The best shows and stars of the past 12 months are honoured at the Bafta TV Awards ceremony in London.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 10, 2026

The Bafta TV Awards winners list in full
Spoiler warning: This list includes winners before they've been shown on the BBC broadcast.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 10, 2026

Stars on red carpet at Bafta TV Awards - in pictures
The biggest names in British TV walk the red carpet as they arrive for the prestigious Bafta Television Awards ceremony in London.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 10, 2026

The Bafta TV Awards winners and nominations in full (updating live)
Spoiler warning: This list will be updated with the winners before they're shown on the BBC broadcast.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 10, 2026

Beatles' early years drama starts filming in Germany
Six-part drama Hamburg Days charts the band's early era with members Stuart Sutcliffe and Pete Best.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 10, 2026

Dress made from 500 loaves stuns African film awards
Celebrities, filmmakers and creators put up a performance at Africa's biggest night of film and fashion.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 10, 2026

Man v Horse race has 'special place in heart' of BBC's Sophie Raworth
Raworth first took part in the race in Powys eight years ago and said it's the "funniest race".

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 10, 2026

From Ipswich and Northampton to Broadway for Tony Award-nominated show
Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York) began as The Season in Ipswich and Northampton.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 09, 2026

Our relationship with food is messed up - let's sort it out, says Stanley Tucci
The new season of Tucci in Italy sees the actor travel the country finding out why there's a lot more to food than you might think.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 09, 2026

Adolescence, Amandaland and Traitors stars ready for Bafta TV Awards
Big names and rising stars will be honoured on the biggest night in the British TV calendar.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 09, 2026

Another year, another controversy for Eurovision - but fans are sticking by it
Fans are grappling with how to react to the withdrawal of Spain, Ireland and others over Israel's participation.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 09, 2026

Largest-ever Henry Moore exhibition opens at Kew
The Monumental Nature exhibition includes 30 works across the botanic gardens in west London.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 09, 2026

Amazon MGM Studios plans major Berkshire site revamp
The company says the expanded site could support about 3,200 full-time jobs across the UK.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 09, 2026

How Sir David Attenborough built 'Green Hollywood'
The city is responsible for 80% of the world's natural history TV shows.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

Oasis documentary to show first Gallagher brothers interview in 25 years
Liam and Noel Gallagher will feature in the concert movie focusing on their 2025 global reunion tour.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

Margaret Thatcher assassination story by Hilary Mantel gets stage premiere in Liverpool
In The Assassination of Margaret Thatcher, the award-winning author imagined a plot to kill the PM.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

Anti-work anthems, Boy George and controversial lyrics: A guide to all 35 Eurovision songs
From dancefloor bangers to heartfelt ballads, here are the highlights and low points of Eurovision.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

William hails Sir David Attenborough's 'remarkable milestone' at 100th birthday concert
The naturalist's seven-decade career was marked with a special concert at the Royal Albert Hall.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

Bonnie Tyler update after singer put in induced coma following emergency surgery
The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer has a tour planned for 2026, which is now thrown into doubt.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

King Charles sends Attenborough a birthday message with help from 'friends'
In a video message from Buckingham Palace, wildlife helps the King deliver a birthday card for Sir David Attenborough.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

Tess Daly and Vernon Kay separating after 22 years of marriage
Former Strictly host Daly and Radio 2 presenter Kay jointly announced they are "to separate amicably".

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

Michael Jackson beats Kneecap in battle for UK album number one
There was a three-way contest between the group, Michael Jackson and former Spice Girl Melanie C.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

From primates to climates - 10 of Attenborough's best documentaries
From hanging out with primates to early climate warnings, here's a selection of his trailblazing programmes.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

From primates to climates - 10 of Attenborough's best documentaries and where to watch them
From hanging out with primates to early climate warnings, here's a selection of his trailblazing programmes.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

From primates to climates - ten of Attenborough's best documentaries
From hanging out with primates to early climate warnings, here's a selection of his trailblazing programmes.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

Ten of Attenborough's best documentaries
From hanging out with primates to early climate warnings, here's a selection of his trailblazing programmes.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

King and Queen lead tributes for David Attenborough's 100th birthday
The royal couple shared photographs of Sir David and wished him a very happy birthday.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

White House calls Mark Hamill 'sick' after actor's Trump grave post
The Star Wars actor apologised and deleted the post, which contained an AI image of the president in a shallow grave.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

Celebrities send well wishes to Bonnie Tyler as singer in induced coma after surgery
The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer was rushed to hospital for emergency surgery in Portugal on Wednesday.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

Kneecap take on Mel C and Michael Jackson in chart battle
The Irish language rappers were leading the way midweek over Melanie C and Michael Jackson.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 08, 2026

Kneecap, Mel C and Michael Jackson battle for UK album number one
The Irish language rappers were leading the way midweek over Melanie C and Michael Jackson.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 07, 2026

Live from your living room: The rise of concert films and livestreamed gigs
Can't see your favourite act in the flesh? There might be a solution - but not everyone's a fan.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 07, 2026

Grogu is real star of new Star Wars film, says Pedro Pascal
The Mandalorian and Grogu marks Star Wars' return to cinemas for the first time in more than six years.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 07, 2026

Bonnie Tyler in induced coma after emergency surgery
The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer was rushed to hospital for emergency surgery in Portugal on Wednesday.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 07, 2026

Shakira unveils official World Cup 2026 song
Colombian pop star Shakira unveils her official song for the 2026 World Cup.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 07, 2026

Riverdale actor calls out TikTok singer Mr Fantasy - but is all as it seems?
The actor has branded the singer an identity thief - but plenty of fans think they're the same person.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 07, 2026

David Attenborough says he is 'overwhelmed' by 100th birthday messages
The legendary wildlife broadcaster thanks fans in a message the day before he reaches his centenary.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 07, 2026

Inmate said Watkins attack would 'make me famous'
Rashid Gedel is accused of murdering Lostprophets singer Ian Watkins at HMP Wakefield in October.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 07, 2026

Actress sues Avatar director for 'theft' of facial features for character
Q'orianka Kilcher alleges James Cameron "extracted her facial features" for a character when she was 14.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 07, 2026

The Only Way Is Essex star Jake Hall dies aged 35
The reality TV star, model and former footballer died in Spain.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 07, 2026

Coroner awaits more evidence on Liam Payne death
A coroner says there has been no new evidence following the death of the former One Direction star.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 07, 2026

'No new evidence disclosed' over Liam Payne's death
A coroner says he "awaits developments", following the death of the former One Direction star.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 07, 2026

Attenborough's big birthday quiz
Sir David Attenborough turns 100. How well do you know the broadcaster's life and career?

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 07, 2026

Paul Hollywood speeding at 96mph 'due to sick cat'
A court heard the Bake Off star was tailgating cars and speeding at nearly 100mph on the M25.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 07, 2026

High Court bid fails to stop Brockwell Park festivals
Local campaigners argued Lambeth Council had misinterpreted the word "recreation", but a judge disagreed.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 07, 2026

Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular charged over alleged alligator shooting
The looksmaxxing influencer allegedly livestreamed himself firing gunshots from an airboat at an alligator.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 06, 2026

Harry Potter TV series renewed for second season at HBO
Filming is scheduled for autumn later this year and will likely adapt the second book in JK Rowling's series, The Chamber of Secrets.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 06, 2026

'Enjoy the show. Ignore the war': Venice Biennale faces backlash after including Russia
Protests have taken place at the prestigious arts fair over the inclusion of Russia for the first time since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 06, 2026

Bonnie Tyler recovering after being taken to hospital for surgery
The Total Eclipse of the Heart singer is being treated in Faro, Portugal, where she has a home.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 06, 2026

Ted Turner, media mogul who revolutionised TV news by launching CNN, dies at 87
The media mogul pioneered the modern 24-hour news culture when he launched the Cable News Network in 1980.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 06, 2026

CNN founder Ted Turner dies at 87
The media mogul pioneered the modern 24-hour news culture when he launched the Cable News Network in 1980.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 06, 2026

Strictly Come Dancing: Five pros to leave the show as line-up confirmed
Five members of the show's professional line-up, including the long-serving Karen Hauer, are leaving.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 06, 2026

The Summer I Turned Pretty fans asked to stop visiting film set
Prime Video have said fans coming to the set causes "real safety concerns" and disrupts filming.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 06, 2026

Peter Kay show rescheduled after arena evacuation
Ticket holders can attend the rescheduled show on 25 July or will be entitled to a refund.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 06, 2026

Spanish superstar Rosalía reaches for heaven as her tour hits London
The Spanish star delights fans as she brings her highly anticipated Lux tour to the UK.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 06, 2026

'I've moved out of my shop for Johnny Vegas'
Mat Capper has relocated so the comedian can use his unit in Dagfield, Cheshire, for filming.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 05, 2026

Daniel Radcliffe and Rose Byrne nominated for Tony Awards
Harry Potter star Radcliffe and Oscar nominee Byrne have now been recognised for their theatre work.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 05, 2026

Richard Osman and Bill Bailey receive honours at Windsor
Author and former Pointless co-host Osman is honoured by Princess Anne, as is Strictly winner Bailey.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 05, 2026

Gap co-founder Doris Fisher dies aged 94
She opened the first store with her husband Don in 1969, with the company calling her "a pioneering force in American retail".

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 05, 2026

Rapper Kid Cudi removes British star M.I.A. from tour
British singer songwriter M.I.A will no longer be the opening act for Rebels Rage tour after disagreement with US rapper Kid Cudi.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 05, 2026

Matt Damon seen in new trailer for Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey
Christopher Nolan's movie, based on the Greek epic, also stars Anne Hathaway and Robert Pattinson.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 05, 2026

Pussycat Dolls cancel US leg of reunion tour after poor ticket sales
The Dolls say the decision was "heartbreaking" but add that the European shows will go ahead as planned.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 05, 2026

Popular Australian author pleads guilty over child exploitation material
The Jasper Jones and Runt author was arrested in January during a police raid at his Perth home.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 05, 2026

The most talked-about looks at this year's Met Gala
The theme for 2026 Met Gala fundraiser is "Costume Art", exploring fashion as an embodied art form.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 04, 2026

'We won't see her because she's Asian': How Lea Salonga fought to be seen on Broadway
Broadway icon and Disney princess Lea Salonga has paved the way for Asian actors - but it hasn't been easy.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 04, 2026

Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni settle lawsuit over It Ends With Us film
The settlement comes just ahead of a trial slated to begin in May, where both stars were expected to testify.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 04, 2026

Dolly Parton cancels Las Vegas residency over health issues
The 80-year-old country music star said it will take some time for her to be "stage-performance ready" again.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 04, 2026

Britney Spears pleads guilty to reckless driving after arrest
The 44-year-old will avoid jail time after her arrest in California earlier this year.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 04, 2026

Police probe over 'antisemitic' post of Jewish actress with devil horns
The image was posted by the Scottish Palestine Solidarity Campaign as part of its petition to cancel Maureen Lipman's upcoming performance in Aberdeen.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 04, 2026

Peter Kay bomb hoax accused removed from court
Birmingham's Utilita Arena was evacuated on Friday night with the comedian ushered off stage.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 04, 2026

Met Gala 2026: How to watch, the price of tickets and this year's theme
Beyoncé, who last attended the Met Gala in 2016, is returning as a co-chair of fashion's biggest night.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 03, 2026

Irish actor and Banshees of Inisherin star Gary Lydon dies aged 61
Gary Lydon has been described as one of the finest actors in Ireland as well as a loving father.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 03, 2026

Huge crowd attends free Shakira Copacabana beach concert
Shakira's appearance followed shows by Lady Gaga and Madonna, who have also performed on Copacabana beach in previous years.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 02, 2026

Laufey on making jazz cool again (and the fish that brought out her inner rage)
The Icelandic star reflects on a phenomenal year, and the music video that let her go "primal".

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 02, 2026

Man charged after bomb hoax at Peter Kay show
Omar Majed, of Washwood Heath, Birmingham will appear in court on Monday, police said.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 02, 2026

Matthew Rhys says his only hope was the army - but it didn't want him
The star has come a long way since then with a starring role in Apple TV's Widow's Bay.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 02, 2026

Peter Kay show to go ahead after bomb hoax arrest
A teenage man remains in custody and police say no items of a suspicious nature were found.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 02, 2026

Peter Kay show goes ahead after bomb hoax arrest
A teenage man remains in custody and police say no items of a suspicious nature were found.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 02, 2026

Star-studded line-up announced for Celebrity Traitors series two
Miranda Hart, Maya Jama, and Eastenders legend Ross Kemp are among the stars who will go head-to-head in the second series of The Celebrity Traitors.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 02, 2026

Bomb hoax arrest after Peter Kay show evacuated
A teenage man remains in custody and police say no items of a suspicious nature were found.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 02, 2026

Peter Kay show evacuated mid-performance over 'suspicious bag'
A teenage man is in custody following the incident which saw the 15,000 seater venue cleared part-way through the comedian's Friday night gig.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 02, 2026

Missing David Bowie photo found in loft after 56 years
David Maynard was a member of Stockport Schools Student Union who booked Bowie in 1970.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 01, 2026

EastEnders star on the mental health story 'for everyone'
Aaron Thiara has been portraying Ravi Gulati in the soap in a story about complex PTSD.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 01, 2026

There was one way we'd agree to do Devil Wears Prada 2, says Meryl Streep
The sequel's stars on what's changed since the original, and why the film still resonates with women.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 01, 2026

There was one way we'd agreed to do Devil Wears Prada 2, says Meryl Streep
The sequel's stars on what's changed since the original, and why the film still resonates with women.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 01, 2026

Love, lies, angry ghosts: Indians are bingeing on two-minute dramas
Some of India's biggest producers are eyeing investments in micro-dramas, which are now hugely popular.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 01, 2026

Oscars says AI actors and writing cannot win awards
The academy that controls the Oscars on Friday issued new award eligibility requirements around the use of artificial intelligence in film.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 01, 2026

Peter Kay show evacuated after 'suspicious bag' found
A 19-year-old man is in custody and the Birmingham site has been searched.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 01, 2026

Matthew Rhys on his new horror-comedy and the town it is 'heavily based on'
Matthew Rhys portrays the mayor of a quaint New England town in new Apple TV series Widow's Bay.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 01, 2026

Peter Kay show evacuated due to 'suspicious bag'
A 19-year-old man is in custody and as a precaution the site is currently subject of a search.

BBC Entertainment & Arts
May 01, 2026

Where's my Oscar? Eight times Academy Awards trophies have gone missing
From burglary to ransom, Oscar-winners like Frances McDormand, Jared Leto, Whoopi Goldberg and Olympia Dukakis have lost their coveted statuettes.

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