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Ross Kemp returning to EastEnders as Grant Mitchell for soap’s 40th anniversary | UK News

Ross Kemp returning to EastEnders as Grant Mitchell for soap’s 40th anniversary | UK News

Ross Kemp is returning to Albert Square in celebration of EastEnders’ 40th anniversary. The 60-year-old first made his debut as Grant Mitchell in 1990 and has returned to the soap a number of times over the past 35 years. He last appeared in the show in 2016 but will reprise his role this year in what the BBC has described as an “explosive” storyline. Kemp said: “I’m delighted to be returning to EastEnders as the show heads towards its 40th anniversary. “EastEnders has always meant so much to me, so to return as the show is about to celebrate such a special anniversary is an absolute honour. “Grant has never been far from the action and, let’s just say, this time is no different as he certainly comes back with a bang.” EastEnders first aired on 19 February 1985. The character of Grant will return to the show as his brother Phil Mitchell (Steve McFadden) struggles with loneliness. The pair’s childhood best friend Nigel Bates (Paul Bradley) has also recently returned to the square after …

Prince Harry reveals how Archie and Lilibet have changed him ahead of 40th birthday – Royal family latest

Prince Harry reveals how Archie and Lilibet have changed him ahead of 40th birthday – Royal family latest

The Princess of Wales has been largely absent from public life this year Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Prince Harry has spoken of his excitement at turning 40 on Sunday, as he plans to celebrate with his family in California before heading away on a break with his closest friends. He told the BBC: “Whatever the age, my mission is to continue showing up and doing good in the world.” The Duke of Sussex added that becoming a father to his two children, Archie, five, and Lilibet, three, had given him a “fresh perspective on life” and made him more committed to making the world a better place. Reports suggest that Meghan Markle may return to the UK after receiving an invitation to Harry’s uncle Earl Spencer’s house for Christmas. Meanwhile, their 11-year-old nephew Prince George is following in his father’s footsteps by learning to fly, with reports suggesting he …

Dragons’ Den star Sara Davies celebrates epic 40th birthday party with Strictly Come Dancing friends – exclusive

Dragons’ Den star Sara Davies celebrates epic 40th birthday party with Strictly Come Dancing friends – exclusive

How does a woman who has everything celebrate her 40th birthday?  For Sara Davies, it meant pulling out all the stops with teepees and bumper cars, bouncy castles and photo booths, plus a glitter bar, dressing-up box and balloons galore.  The Dragons’ Den judge – and founder of multi-million-pound company Crafter’s Companion – didn’t scrimp on numbers either, inviting 300 family and friends from all areas of her life to the bash at Bradbury Glade, near Durham.  Sara, posing with husband Simon, invited 300 guests to her party in Durham Celebrity guests University pals and fellow school mums, Strictly Come Dancing stars and TV personalities all rubbed shoulders and strutted their stuff on the dancefloor. “I’m a firm believer that you’re a product of the people you surround yourself with,” says Sara “I’m a firm believer that you’re a product of the people you surround yourself with,” says Sara, who lives in Co. Durham with husband Simon and their two sons, Oliver, ten, and seven-year-old Charlie, who also joined the celebrations. “Everyone at the party told me …

Michelle Keegan celebrates 40th milestone with sassy fringe and crop top

Michelle Keegan celebrates 40th milestone with sassy fringe and crop top

Michelle Keegan may be known for being a seriously talented actress, but she also is widely regarded as a fashionista. Her stylish Instagram snaps rack up lots of interest and engagement. We love seeing what she’s going to wear next. WATCH: Michelle Keegan wows with elevated new look The wife of Mark Wright has a long-standing partnership with online fashion brand Very and this week, she’s reached an epic milestone – she’s officially produced a whopping forty collections! Michelle’s newest collection has some really lovely pieces which the Fool Me Once star shared online – from crochet co-ords to summer dresses. Speaking about the milestone, the 36-year-old said: “I can’t believe it’s my 40th collection already – it’s amazing to look back on all my previous ranges, my style has evolved SO much over the years. I used to try and include more statement pieces and brighter colours, whereas now I really love to create pieces that can form a capsule wardrobe to create a range of looks. I like to make sure I can always …

Turner Prize Names Four Nominees for 40th Edition

Turner Prize Names Four Nominees for 40th Edition

The Turner Prize, the United Kingdom’s most prestigious visual arts honor, has named the four nominees for this year’s edition, which marks 40 years of the program. The nominees are Claudette Johnson, a Black British artist whose feminist figurative work has won renown for decades; Manila-born, London-based Pio Abad, who often examines the legacies of the Marcos dictatorship in the Philippines; Glasgow-native Jasleen Kaur, who often employs sound and sculpture to reflect on the UK’s Sikh diaspora; and Delaine Le Bas, a British artist of Romanian heritage known for her embroidery and painting centered on the intersections of nationhood, gender, and belonging. Related Articles The Turner Prize carries a £25,000 purse; shortlisted artists will be awarded £10,000. The Turner Prize exhibition at Tate Britain opens on September 25 and runs through 16 February, 2025.  Alex Farquharson, director of Tate Britain and chairman of the Turner Prize jury, said in a statement, “All four [artists] make work that is full of life. They show how contemporary art can fascinate, surprise and move us, and how it …

Kevin Bacon Returns to ‘Footloose’ High School for Film’s 40th Anniversary — and Just in Time for Prom

Kevin Bacon Returns to ‘Footloose’ High School for Film’s 40th Anniversary — and Just in Time for Prom

Let’s hear it for Kevin Bacon — because the Footloose alum returned to the movie’s real high school 40 years later just in time for prom.  After nearly 50 years in Hollywood, Bacon’s performance as Ren McCormack in the 1984 box office smash Footloose has not been forgotten. Exhibit A: students at Payson High School enthusiastically campaigning to get him to return to the building where he actually filmed in time for their final prom before the school relocates. On Saturday, that wish came true as Bacon set foot on campus for the first time in 40 years, perfectly timed with the movie musical’s milestone anniversary in February.  During his visit, 65-year-old Bacon walked the halls where he famously danced in the film, opened the locker he used as his character, stood in the cafeteria, and met with the students that so eagerly awaited his visit.  “Things looks a little different around here,” he said during a speech addressing all the students who assembled for his visit. “I’d say the thing that looks the most different is me.” As part …

Torvill And Dean Announce Retirement On 40th Anniversary Of Bolero

Torvill And Dean Announce Retirement On 40th Anniversary Of Bolero

Ice skating legends Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean have announced plans to retire on the 40th anniversary of their iconic Bolero performance. However, before they do that, they’ll be heading out on one last farewell tour. On Wednesday, it was revealed that the pair had returned to Sarajevo, where they first won the Olympic gold in 1984, to commemorate the big anniversary of their historic performance. To coincide with the anniversary, Torvill and Dean also revealed that they’ll be performing on a 28-date tour of arenas around the UK next year, which will mark their final performances on the ice together. Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean performing together in 184 Getty Images via Getty Images The 2025 tour will mark 50 years since the duo first started skating together. In a joint statement, the Dancing On Ice judges said: “Following the kind invitation from the Mayor, we are thrilled to be back in Sarajevo 40 years on from that memorable day. “Returning to the city which provided such a life-changing moment for us is incredibly …

Rebel Wilson stuns in figure-hugging dress for fiancée Ramona’s ‘iconic’ 40th birthday celebrations

Rebel Wilson stuns in figure-hugging dress for fiancée Ramona’s ‘iconic’ 40th birthday celebrations

Rebel Wilson is going all out to ensure her fiancée Ramona Agruma feels celebrated for her milestone birthday weekend. The Pitch Perfect actress, 43, whisked the birthday lady off to a lavish, party-filled weekend in Las Vegas, in honor of her 40th birthday. The Sydney-native and Los Angeles-based clothing designer first went public with their relationship in 2022, and have since celebrated an engagement in Disney, and the arrival of their daughter Royce Lillian, who just turned one. WATCH: Rebel Wilson looks so in love in tender moment with fiancée Ramona Agruma As the pair winded down from their busy, Las Vegas weekend, Rebel took to Instagram to share a glimpse of the festivities. She first shared a photo posing next to Ramona – looking chic in a baby pink Dior coat – at the Resort Worlds hotel, followed by a group shot alongside their friends joining in on the fun. “She’s on the strip! Happy 40th birthday Ramona my darling!!” she captioned the post. Rebel also shared a separate, quite star-studded post, in which …

The MacRumors Show: The Mac’s 40th Birthday, Vision Pro Apps, and Apple Car Rumors

The MacRumors Show: The Mac’s 40th Birthday, Vision Pro Apps, and Apple Car Rumors

On this week’s episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the 40th anniversary of the Macintosh, some of the latest controversy surrounding apps for the Vision Pro headset, and the news of Apple’s vehicle project yet again being scaled back. The original Macintosh, unveiled by Steve Jobs, was a game-changer with its graphical user interface and the introduction of the mouse. We explore how the Macintosh’s ease of use and innovative design principles, such as a desktop with icons and the ability to use multiple programs in windows, revolutionized personal computing. Reflecting on the Mac’s journey, we delve into the evolution of macOS and its remarkable consistency over the years, and point out some of our personal experiences with the platform. Shifting gears, we discuss the imminent launch of Apple’s Vision Pro headset, examining some of the potential challenges it may face and the reasons behind the absence of certain streaming apps like Netflix. We ponder whether this absence is due to genuine technical hurdles or strategic decisions by these companies. We then turn to …

Mac 40th anniversary: Here’s every single Mac from ’84 to now

Mac 40th anniversary: Here’s every single Mac from ’84 to now

It may be hard to believe, but the Mac turned 40 on Wednesday. Feeling old? The Mac, formerly known as the Macintosh, stands as Apple’s longest-running product line. Sure, over the years, the iPod, followed by the iPhone and iPad have stolen the Mac’s spotlight among consumers. But the real tech heads know that the Mac is the backbone of the company, holding all of Apple’s most popular products together as one synchronized ecosystem. SEE ALSO: I switched to MacBook, but here are 5 things I miss about Windows The first Macintosh The first Apple computer, the Apple Macintosh, was released on Jan. 24, 1984. The first desktop computer with pretty much everything built-in was a success for the company. And that’s even with a price point of $2,495 — or the rough equivalent of $7,000 today. With its one-button mouse, monitor and carrying handle built-in to the computer’s body,  the Apple Macintosh is likely best known in 2024 for a very specific reason: It’s iconic 1984 Super Bowl ad directed by Ridley Scott. Today’s …