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BBC News - Entertainment

Here's what you need to know about the second Eurovision semi-final and grand final -- Eurovision 2026 is taking place in Vienna after Austrian singer JJ won the 2025 event.

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Drug addiction counsellor sentenced in Matthew Perry's overdose death -- The drug counsellor was one of five people accused of supplying ketamine to Perry and exploiting his drug addiction. -- US & Canada

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Swapping Love Island for Eurovision: Antigoni's pride at representing Cyprus -- Antigoni Buxton says appearing on the dating show was more "random" than her taking part in the song contest. -- Newsbeat

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Madonna, Shakira & BTS to headline World Cup half-time show -- Madonna, Shakira and K-pop boy band BTS will headline the Super Bowl-style half-time show at this summer's World Cup final. -- World Cup

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Olly Murs cheered on in charity challenge -- The singer is running, cycling and rowing between Manchester and London to raise money for charity. -- England

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New Eric Morecambe mural unveiled for centenary -- A festival is under way to mark 100 years of Eric Morecambe - including a new mural.

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James Van Der Beek's widow posts emotional tribute: 'Words just don't capture what grief is' -- The Dawson's Creek actor died in February and his wife, Kimberly, says "the reality is settling in".

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Paul Chuckle to make National Theatre debut -- The children's entertainer, 78, will play Mr Boo in The Rise and Fall of Little Voice.

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Baby born on Attenborough's 100th birthday named after him -- Stephen Whyte says Sir David has been present in both their lives for as "long as they can remember".

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Nigerian film star Alexx Ekubo dies from cancer aged 40 -- The actor was recognised for his contributions to entertainment as well as his humanitarian efforts.

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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.

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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.

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The Bafta TV Awards winners list in full -- Find out which shows and stars walked away with the most coveted prized in the British TV industry.

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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.

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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.

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Behind the scenes on Rivals season two: 'It's bigger, bolder, bonkier!' -- Stars including Danny Dyer, Aidan Turner and David Tennant share secrets on the set of the hit show.

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Israel's Eurovision entry 'shocked' by protests during semi-final show -- Noam Bettan was met with a mixture of cheering, boos and chants as he performed in Vienna on Tuesday night.

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Why 'ugly shoes' are taking 2026 by storm -- Odd-looking shoes that are hybrids of the practical and the fashionable are everywhere. From the five-toed sneaker to the snoafer, footwear never looked so awkward. What's the appeal?

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Eurovision boss: 'We're watching the voting very carefully' -- Martin Green says attempts to influence voters will be taken seriously, but stops short of sanctions.

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Margot Robbie backs Tudor play 1536: 'Women are still having the same conversations' -- Acclaimed Tudor-set play 1536 is co-produced by Margot Robbie and is being turned into a BBC TV drama.

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Israel qualifies but Boy George is out of Eurovision -- The Israeli act is met with boos and chants, but also a chorus of support, at Tuesday's semi-final.

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TV chef questioned on suspicion of sexual assault -- A man has been released on bail as enquiries continue.

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