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Showbiz 5: From Sonic the Hedgehog to Keir Starmer via Helen Worth
Judi Dentures casts her views over recent Entertainment news…
Blue Eye |
On Tuesday, Keanu Reeves, Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, Colleen O’Shaughnessey, Krysten Ritter, James Marsden, Sofia Pernas, Tika Sumpter and Lee Majdoub lit up the London Eye blue ahead of the London premiere of Sonic The Hedgehog 3.
Sonic the Hedgehog returns to the big screen this festive time in his most thrilling adventure yet. Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before.
With their abilities outmatched in every way, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance in hopes of stopping Shadow and protecting the planet.
To celebrate the big screen return the lastminute.com London Eye lit up the capital’s skyline blue with a bespoke light display exclusively designed to replicate the blue blur of Sonic The Hedgehog.
Viagra Boys rise to the occasion at O2 Brixton |
Viagra Boys are heading to O2 Academy Brixton on Tuesday, 6th May 2025. Known for their sharp wit, relentless energy, and the magnetic presence of frontman Sebastian Murphy, this Stockholm-based band has become a force to be reckoned with on stage.
This one-night-only headline show promises gritty, unapologetic music that cuts through the noise with biting humour and raw intensity. With special guests joining the lineup, it’s shaping up to be an unforgettable evening for fans and newcomers alike.
Fusing punk grit with dark humour, Viagra Boys have been hailed by Pitchfork, NME, and Kerrang! as one of the most exciting acts in modern music. Their live performances at events like Coachella and Jimmy Kimmel Live have earned them a loyal following. At the same time, accolades like Best Live Act at the Swedish Grammys highlight their undeniable impact. Don’t miss your chance to see one of music’s most dynamic bands at the height of their powers.
Tickets are on sale now: www.livenation.co.uk
A little bit of Goss |
80’s pop-star Matt Goss joined Ranvir earlier this week on ITV as he prepares to leave his 10-year Vegas residency to embark on a UK tour. Discussing the highs and lows of his Bros. pop success, the singer revealed details on his complicated relationship with his brother, Luke.
Discussing the reaction received from the Bros documentary, ‘Bros: After the Screaming Stops’, Matt revealed:
“It was difficult to watch it, because it was so dysfunctional in many ways. But what happened afterwards, I realised that people would come up to me, and fellas would come up to me and say, ‘We are dysfunctional as well.’
“There is a lot of dysfunction in family. In many ways we find comfort from friends because family have that ability to go a little bit too far sometimes and they know the buttons to press… I feel like now I have a whole philosophy within myself that if I do my best, and I know that I can look at myself and say I’ve tried my best… if that doesn’t work, then that’s okay. I have to live my own life as well.”
Matt also revealed he’s not currently speaking to Bros. co-singer brother Luke. ‘We’re not talking, and it is what it is and if he doesn’t like it, that’s the way it is.’ he said, adding, ‘I’ve tried but I have to come in and I’m excited about my own life and I’m excited about what I have done in my life.’
However he hoped in the future there could be a reunion, ‘I would love to make more music with my brother. I would love to go on that journey properly with him and also tour again. He’s the love of my life and I would love to get on stage with him, but I’ve done my best.’
Lorraine airs weekdays from 9am on ITV1 and STV
A little bit more for Gail’s farewell |
Two Tier Keir is a Pop Chart hit |
It’s currently number one in the paid for ‘Official Singles Downloads Chart’ in the UK, which is probably the first time in months the self-serving Labour leader has been popular.
The Song, Freezing This Christmas, which you can see the video for below, is by Sir Starmer and the Granny Harmers aka Chris Middleton (composer) and Dean Agar (vocals). It’s a parody of the 1970s Elvis Presley styled Lonely This Christmas by Mud.
The creator of the streaming chart topper and viral video Christmas parody song this week spoke to GB News about how he was inspired by the country’s anger over Labour’s cuts to Winter Fuel Payments.
Chris Middleton spoke to the news and views channel about his track, which first gained popularity on social media, before download buyers joined in, arose from his discontent with the decision made by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and Chancellor Rachel Reeves to cut the pensioner winter fuel allowance this winter.
“We all have grandparents, we all have elderly people that we know, people that struggle… There are people that have contributed to the system all of their lives, and now in their time of most need, the government has decided to essentially betray them,” – Chris Middleton speaking to GB News
The song has evolved into a symbol of public protest against Government policies, Chris said, “The people are angry, and they want to see it go to number one I think as a way to send a message to the Government,”
Departure Board |
And finally, we said goodbye this week to Duncan Norvelle. The funny man who is remembered fondly for his ‘chase me’ catchphrase. We also bade farewell to actress Julie Stevens.
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