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BBC News - Entertainment
Amanda Knox defends Fringe comedy show after claims it will 'trivialise violence' -- Knox, who was convicted and later acquitted of the murder of a British student, said she does not downplay the seriousness of Meredith Kercher's death. -- Edinburgh, Fife & East
4 hours ago
TikTok star Sydney Towle, who shared her cancer journey online, dies aged 26 -- Towle was known for chronicling her hopes and struggles as a young person living with cancer. -- US & Canada2 hours ago
'Put your phone down': K-pop band weighs in on concert etiquette -- Cortis's plea has drawn mixed reactions in a fandom that's obsessed with capturing every moment.2 hours ago
Nadia Sawalha threatens ITV with legal action over Loose Women removal -- The TV panellist claims she has been treated unfairly due to her public support of Palestinian rights.20 hours ago
Stephen Bear jailed for harassing ex-partner Georgia Harrison -- The reality TV contestant is back in prison after admitting a harassment charge regarding Georgia Harrison.14 hours ago
Emmerdale actor Lawrence Robb joins Strictly line-up -- The actor portrays Mackenzie 'Mack' Boyd in the ITV soap and has also appeared in I Hate Suzie.21 hours ago
Rihanna is 'in the studio', says partner A$AP Rocky -- The singer, who last released a full album in 2016, is in the studio and "cooking", her partner said.1 day ago
Sir Billy Connolly exhibition coming to Glasgow in 2027 -- Billy Connolly's Big Wee Exhibition will be at the city's Kelvingrove Art Gallery from next June .14 hours ago
Oasis promoter granted Knebworth events licence -- It is not the first time a return to Knebworth Park has been rumoured.16 hours ago
Funeral of Irish actress Brenda Fricker takes place in Dublin -- Fricker won the Oscar for best supporting actress in 1990 for her performance in My Left Foot.21 hours ago
Charli XCX on lying, Love Island and life post-Brat -- Charli XCX sits down with Radio 1's Jack Saunders to discuss the release of her new album.1 day ago
Kate Nash on Irish history, heritage and covering Sinéad O'Connor -- Kate Nash will perform at The Mac as part of the fringe programme for the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann2 days ago
Ariana Grande has had enough of body comments, but 'scrutiny' will linger -- The star has taken a "step back" from the spotlight after appearances led to "endless, ongoing public scrutiny".3 days ago
'I did my first book signing in a police custody suite' -- The Northern Irish author has sold more than five million books globally and been translated into 40 languages4 days ago
Why Love Island fans are choosing the US edition: 'They actually fancy each other' -- Fans, commentators and an ex-Islander reflect on what the dating series could do to draw in more viewers again.4 days ago
Lauryn Hill and Wyclef 'in an amazing place' as fans hope for new Fugees album after 30 years -- Hill says the band have gone through "an incredible healing process", raising the prospect of new music.9 hours ago
Judge grants Trump's request to delay handing financial records to BBC -- The US president is suing the BBC over a controversial episode of Panorama broadcast in 2024.16 hours ago
How The Dark Knight Returns transformed Batman -- First published 40 years ago in 1986, Frank Miller's graphic novel changed the Caped Crusader from camp and comical to an ultra-violent figure22 hours ago
Festival-goers arrive at Boardmasters -- Thousands are set to attend the five-day surf and music festival in Newquay.1 day ago
Gary Glitter appears in court over historical sex offence charges -- The former singer, whose real name is Paul Gadd, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court via video.1 day ago
Traitors star Joe Marler to become BBC's first celebrity Gladiator -- The former rugby star will be known as Mauler when the fourth series airs in 2027, the BBC confirmed.1 day ago