Page Updated: Thursday, January 01, 2026 1:35 AM ET
BBC News - Entertainment
More artists cancel Kennedy Center shows after Trump name change -- A jazz group cancels their New Year's Eve shows at the Washington arts institution, days after a Christmas Eve concert was called off. -- US & Canada
15 hours ago
Discount tickets turned away at Jurassic World exhibit -- The company behind the experience said it is doing a review to ensure this does not happen again. -- London15 hours ago
Isiah Whitlock Jr: The Wire and Veep actor dies at 71 -- Whitlock was known for his notably elongated, profane catchphrase, which he used on The Wire and in films. -- US & Canada21 hours ago
GTA 6 and everything else: What to watch in video games in 2026 - Next year could be hugely significant for video games - here are the big things to keep an eye on. 1 day ago5 hours ago
'I'm my own worst enemy' - Hamish Hawk gears up for Hogmanay -- Hamish Hawk will support Wet Leg at Edinburgh's Hogmanay street party15 hours ago
Death and disguises: Meet the artist reviving Ireland's lost laments -- County Fermanagh musician Róis draws on the faded Irish tradition of keening to shape her award‑winning album Mo Léan.20 hours ago
Disney to pay $10m over alleged children's privacy law violations -- Regulators accused Disney of failing to properly label kids' videos uploaded to YouYube, allowing for data collection and targeted advertising.22 hours ago
George Clooney, wife Amal and their twins awarded French citizenship -- The Hollywood actor and his wife, Amal, purchased their home in the south of France in 2021.1 day ago
Idris Elba knighted as Sarina Wiegman and Lionesses lead New Year Honours -- Ice skaters Torvill and Dean, and members of the winning Lionesses and Red Roses receive gongs.1 day ago
Why is K-pop band NewJeans on the rocks? -- The group is losing one of its members - in yet another twist in a bitter year-long feud with its record label.1 day ago
The London Underground art that tracks trains in real-time1 day ago
Longplayer: The 1,000-year-long musical composition -- The composition, by Jem Finer of the Pogues, has been playing since 31 December 1999.1 day ago
Brigitte Bardot: From French cinema to international fame -- The French model and actress has died at the age of 91.1 day ago
Jazz musicians recreate 46-year-old pub record -- Joe Trudgeon and Paul Archibald recorded a follow-up to a 1979 album recorded live at the Old Duke.1 day ago
Look back at the notable deaths of 2025 -- Pope Francis, Ozzy Osbourne and Diane Keaton are among those who died this year.21 hours ago
Cynthia Erivo's journey from nativity play solo to MBE -- The London-born superstar is made an MBE in the New Year's Honours list for her musical and acting work.2 days ago
Claudia teases 'extraordinary' Traitors twist as fans speculate about new red cloak -- The hit show's new regular series had "moments that made me gasp", host Claudia Winkleman says.3 days ago
In pictures: The life and career of Brigitte Bardot -- The French actress redefined cinematic allure, captivating the world before championing animal rights.3 days ago
Beyoncé, Labubu and Sydney Sweeney's jeans: 15 viral moments that defined 2025 -- Dubai chocolate, Adolescence and the parodied Jet2 advert were some of the other most talked about moments.5 days ago
I always wanted Paul Mescal to play Shakespeare, says Hamnet writer -- Hamnet author Maggie O'Farrell says the Irish actor "stood out a mile" long before break out Normal People role.2 hours ago
Detective and crime novelist among new Traitors contestants -- A barrister, nursery school teacher and cyber security expert will also enter the TV show's castle.5 hours ago
The Archers cast recreate first episode for 75th anniversary -- The recording of the first episode didn't survive, so the current cast have recreated the opening scene.5 hours ago
The Night Manager's new series is 'irresistible' -- Ten years on, the spy drama has returned – and the show is "as enticing" as Tom Hiddleston's hero, who combines "good intentions" with "bad-boy allure".6 hours ago
Fancy a cuppa in the Archers' kitchen? -- Nuala McGovern gets a behind-the-scenes tour from Felicity Finch, who plays Ruth Archer in the Radio 4 drama, as it celebrates its 75th anniversary.19 hours ago
Heated Rivalry author says TV success led to help with her Parkinson's -- Rachel Reid says the publicity from the hit TV adaptation led a Parkinson's specialist to get in touch.20 hours ago
Ronan Keating on his New Year's Eve show, resolutions, and Boyzone reunion -- Ronan Keating says he hopes his BBC One concert will help people who are finding things difficult.1 day ago
Female artists (and Oasis) drove UK music sales in 2025 -- Taylor Swift was the biggest-seller, with Olivia Dean and Sabrina Carpenter also topping the charts.22 hours ago