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Sherwood star Monica Dolan’s private life: from tragic family loss to love life

Sherwood star Monica Dolan’s private life: from tragic family loss to love life

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The BBC’s critically acclaimed drama Sherwood returns to our screens on Sunday night with its highly-anticipated second season about a Nottinghamshire town divided by tensions caused by the 1980s miners’ strike.  Season two introduces a fresh batch of characters as two new families find themselves intertwined with the infamous Sparrows, a local crime clan who were at the centre of season one’s investigation into Gary Jackson’s murder.  BAFTA-winning actress Monica Dolan has joined the cast as crime family matriarch, Ann Branson. While viewers will recognise the 55-year-old for her roles in W1A, Mr Bates vs The Post Office, and Black Mirror, how much do you know about her life away from the cameras? Keep reading for all we know… WATCH: Will you be watching Sherwood season 2? Monica’s childhood and tragic family loss Monica was born in Middlesbrough to Irish parents. While her mum, from Enniscorthy, studied botany and biochemistry before becoming a research worker and then a teacher, her father was a chemical engineer from Dublin.  While Monica didn’t follow in her parents’ footsteps …

Baby Reindeer’s ‘real Martha’ criticises Piers Morgan after interview

Baby Reindeer’s ‘real Martha’ criticises Piers Morgan after interview

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The woman who allegedly inspired the character of Martha in Netflix’s hit drama Baby Reindeer has criticised Piers Morgan after he interviewed her this week.  Scottish lawyer Fiona Harvey appeared on Piers’ YouTube show Uncensored to “set the record straight” about allegations depicted in the Netflix drama.  In the series written by and starring comedian Richard Gadd, his character Donny Dunn is relentlessly stalked by a middle-aged woman named Martha, who becomes obsessed with him after he offers her a free cup of tea during a pub shift.  Fiona Harvey appeared on Piers Morgan’s Youtube show During her interview with Piers, Martha described the drama as a “work of fiction” and “hyperbole”, denying claims that she stalked the comedian, attacked his girlfriend and sent him 41,000 emails, hundreds of voice messages and 106 letters.  Fiona has now revealed she felt “used” by Piers, who she said placed “a heavy emphasis” on the amount of emails she allegedly sent to Richard.  © Ed Miller/NetflixJessica Gunning portrays Martha in Baby Reindeer “There was a heavy emphasis from …

Call the Midwife series 14: Everything from Helen George’s return to cast and release date

Call the Midwife series 14: Everything from Helen George’s return to cast and release date

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It’s only been a few months since Call the Midwife’s 13th season drew to a close, but we’re already counting down the days until we’re back at Nonnatus House.  The tear-jerking series 13 finale focused on two major storylines. Viewers watched as Miss Higgins said goodbye to her long-lost son, who she was forced to put up for adoption after falling pregnant at the age of 21 while living in India. After being reunited with her fully grown son Victor, it quickly became clear that he was dying from kidney disease.  © Olly CourtneyGeorgie Glen plays Miss Higgins in the drama Elsewhere, Trixie revealed her plans to join her husband Matthew in New York, leaving fans with questions over actress Helen George’s future on the show.  Keep reading for all we know about the upcoming 14th season, including the cast, plot details and release date.  What will happen in Call the Midwife series 14? The BBC has remained tight-lipped about the series 14 plot so far, although creator and writer Heidi Thomas did say that …

BBC Breakfast star says sad goodbye as long-running show is axed after 30 years

BBC Breakfast star says sad goodbye as long-running show is axed after 30 years

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BBC Breakfast star Ben Thompson marked the end of an era on the BBC on Tuesday as he said goodbye to the long-running news show World Business Report, which has been axed after 30 years.  At the end of the programme’s final show, Ben told viewers: “After more than 30 years, we’re going to say goodbye to World Business Report. It’s had quite a few different looks over the years…but it’s time for a new look and a new name.” WATCH: Ben Thompson says goodbye to iconic show after 30 years He continued: “Business Today is what we’ll be called from later today, all you need to know about money, markets, finance, tech, travel, and trade. Business Today here, on BBC News. But for one final time, from me and the team, you’ve been watching World Business Report.” Ben, who has been a presenter on BBC World News since 2010, also shared the news on social media in April, writing: “After nearly 30 years, we’re saying goodbye to ‘World Business Report’. It’s had a few …

BBC shares major news on future of Travelling Auctioneers starring Christina Trevanion

BBC shares major news on future of Travelling Auctioneers starring Christina Trevanion

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It’s good news for fans of the BBC’s The Travelling Auctioneers, as the hit daytime show is returning for a third season. BBC Daytime has commissioned a new 20-episode series, with production already underway. The popular show, which first launched in 2022, sees auctioneering experts team up with masters of restoration to uncover hidden gems in family homes which, with a little bit of care, can be turned into winning lots at auction.   WATCH: Have you caught up with season 2? Christina Trevanion hosted the first season with The Repair Shop’s Will Kirk. For series two, she was joined by auctioneering expert Izzie Balmer, along with restoration maestros JJ Chalmers and Robin Johnson. The show’s recommission comes as no surprise given its popularity, and was even named Best Daytime Show at the RTS Scotland Programme Awards 2023.   © STV StudiosRobin Johnson and Christina Trevanion present the show On joining the second season of the show, Izzie previously said: “It was a privilege to be entrusted with such beloved possessions and to help find …

LL Cool J’s next project after NCIS: Hawai’i cancellation revealed

LL Cool J’s next project after NCIS: Hawai’i cancellation revealed

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The NCIS: Hawai’i season three finale aired on Monday night, marking the last time fans will be seeing LL Cool J’s Special Agent Sam Hanna pop up in the hit spin-off drama after it was cancelled by CBS.  The rapper joined the Hawai’i-set show as a recurring guest star after NCIS: Los Angeles was axed last year.  LL played the iconic role since 2009, and while he won’t be reprising it anytime soon, fans can look forward to seeing the star back on their screens in his latest project.  © Karen Neal/CBSLL Cool J joined NCIS: Hawai’i as a recurring guest star for season three The 56-year-old has been announced as one of the big names taking to the stage for Today’s 2024 Citi Concert Series, which will see a host of big music stars perform at the morning show’s iconic Rockefeller Plaza this summer.  The 13-date lineup kicks off on May 24, featuring alt-rock trio Wallows, and ends on September 27 with Chris Stapleton. Meghan Trainor, Chance the Rapper, and Bleachers will also hit …

The TV breakups that broke us: From ‘Chenford’ to Fleabag and the Hot Priest

The TV breakups that broke us: From ‘Chenford’ to Fleabag and the Hot Priest

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Whether you were Team Dean, Team Jess or Team Logan, it’s fair to say that Rory Gilmore had her fair share of heartwrenching breakups. But, it’s her season three split with resident bad boy Jess Mariano that hurts the most.  After embarking on a relationship, these two seemed golden. With a shared love of music and literature, Jess was Rory’s match in every way, but with a tendency to self-sabotage, he quickly ruined it all. Too afraid to tell her he was failing school, or that Luke had thrown him out, Jess skipped town without telling Rory.  In the end, their breakup happens over the phone, with Rory speaking down the line to a silent Jess. “I think I may have loved you. But, I just need to… let it go,” she tells him, before hanging up – it’s all too much! With their relationship over, Jess and Rory did establish a friendship, but one thing’s clear – Jess will always hold a candle for his lost love. Following the release of the four-part special, …

Where are the original All Creatures Great and Small cast now?

Where are the original All Creatures Great and Small cast now?

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Channel 5’s revival of All Creatures Great and Small has quickly become a cosy autumn staple on our TV screens and has amassed a legion of dedicated fans both in the UK and across the pond.  The heartwarming series, which is currently filming its fifth season, follows the adventures of veterinary surgeon James Herriot in the Yorkshire Dales. The drama has been widely praised by critics and viewers alike, but did you know the original 1970s series was just as popular? The BBC drama, which premiered in 1978, ended over 30 years ago with its final seventh season in 1990. But just what happened to the original cast after the show ended and where are they now? Find out below… WATCH: Have you seen the All Creatures Christmas special? © Moviestore/Shutterstock Christopher Timothy then Christopher led the cast as James Herriot, playing the role for all 90 episodes. The actor became a household name thanks to his breakout role in the show and went on to play Mac McGuire in the BBC soap opera Doctors, …

Chicago Fire: what happened to Otis? And why Yuri Sardarov was written out of the show

Chicago Fire: what happened to Otis? And why Yuri Sardarov was written out of the show

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Yuri Sardarov made his mark on Chicago Fire, after signing on as Brian “Otis” Zvonecek in 2012. Following an impressive seven-year tenure on the show, however, the actor was brutally killed off in 2019, with Otis dying in a pressure valve explosion.  © GettyYuri Sardarov appeared on Chicago Fire from 2012 to 2019 Called to a mattress factory with the rest of Firehouse 51 in the season seven finale, the fan favorite was fatally wounded in the line of duty, and after a major cliffhanger, was confirmed dead in the series eight premiere.  So, what happened? As it turns out, the writers had given Otis’ death a great deal of thought after deciding that they needed to kill off a character. In an interview with TV Line, showrunner Derek Haas explained their reasoning.  © GettyOtis was killed off in a pressure valve explosion “I didn’t know what we were going to do when I wrote the ending to the season,” he began. “Then when I was [on] hiatus, I was talking to Andrea Newman and …

Helen George reveals major change for Trixie in Call the Midwife series 14

Helen George reveals major change for Trixie in Call the Midwife series 14

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Helen George has shared a new photo from the set of Call the Midwife series 14 – and it looks like Trixie has changed up her look! The actress, who has played the beloved character since season one, shared a stunning mirror selfie showing the midwife rocking a shorter, sleek platinum blonde bob haircut, featuring a fringe.  While in series 12, Trixie opted for a slightly longer cut with a side parting, it looks like her style is evolving as the show moves into the 1970s. This is also evident from Helen’s dark green roll-neck jumper, an iconic fashion trend of the time.  © @helenrgeorge/InstagramHelen George shared a behind-the-scenes snap of Call the Midwife series 14 Helen confirmed her return to the drama back in April when she shared behind-the-scenes footage from series 14 on her social media, showing Trixie walking down the steps of Nonnatus House in a stylish black and white coat.  In the caption, Helen, 39, penned: “Series 14 awaits…”  Fans of the show were uncertain of Helen’s future in the drama …