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Legendary punk rock guitarist Brian James has tragically passed away aged 70.22:38, 06 Mar 2025Updated 23:07, 06 Mar 2025English punk rock guitarist Brian James has died, aged 70The iconic punk rock guitarist Brian James has tragically died aged 70.James was a founding member of The Damned, as well as The Lords of the New Church, and will be remembered as a “pioneer and true gentleman.” He wrote almost all the material on The Damned’s first two albums, Damned Damned Damned and Music for Pleasure, before leaving the group in 1977.He leaves behind his wife Minna, son Charlie, and daughter-in-law Alicia.A statement posted on his Facebook account read: “It is with great sadness that we announce the death of one of the true pioneers of music, guitarist, songwriter, and true gentleman, Brian James.”Founding member of The Damned, writer of the first ever UK punk single, New Rose, Brian was the principal songwriter of the band’s debut album, Damned Damned Damned, which was released in February 1977.James (far right) with his band Lords of the New Church”Parting ways with the Damned following the release of their second album, the Nick Mason-produced Music for Pleasure, Brian created the short-lived Tanz Der Youth, before he formed The Lords of the New Church with his friend and fellow rocker Stiv Bators.”In a wave of excitement, headed by the twin powers of Brian James and Stiv Bators, three successful studio albums followed for The Lord of the New Church, spawning singles such as Open Your Eyes, Dance with Me, and Method to My Madness.”Always looking for new challenges and keen to work with different musicians, over the years that followed, Brian formed The Dripping Lips and guested on different records, while creating the Brian James Gang and working on his solo albums.The iconic musician played five Damed shows in the UK in 2022″Incessantly creative and a musical tour de force, over a career which spanned more than six decades, with his music also gracing film and television soundtracks, in addition to The Damned and The Lords of the New Church, Brian worked with a plethora of punk and rock ‘n’ roll’s finest, from Iggy Pop to Wayne Kramer, Stewart Copeland to Cheetah Chrome.Article continues below”Most recently, more than four decades after the release of the epoch-making New Rose, the original members of The Damned reformed for a series of very special and emotional UK shows in 2022.”With his wife Minna, son Charlie, and daughter-in-law Alicia by his side, Brian passed peacefully on Thursday 6th March 2025.”For the latest breaking news and stories from across the globe from the Daily Star, sign up for our newsletter by clicking here. More

Professional dancer Kristina Rihanoff has reportedly split from rugby player Ben Cohen after they met on Strictly Come Dancing 12 years ago22:17, 06 Mar 2025Updated 23:03, 06 Mar 2025The dancer and the rugby star have split after 12 years together (Image: More

Chief Medical Examiner for the Connecticut Office of the Chief Medical Examiner, James Gill has mused over two potential theories about the deaths of Gene Hackman and his wife21:47, 06 Mar 2025Updated 21:48, 06 Mar 2025One of the pair could have died of a ‘broken heart'(Image: More

Former Baywatch actress Pamela Bach-Hasselhoff was found dead at her Los Angeles home by her daughter after she passed away from a fatal self-inflicted gun shot wound21:47, 06 Mar 2025Updated 21:55, 06 Mar 2025The pair were married for 17 years(Image: More

EXCLUSIVE: The Apprentice 2022 winner Harpreet Kaur has revealed the most important piece of advice contestants should take when it comes to dealing with Lord Sugar21:03, 06 Mar 2025Updated 21:05, 06 Mar 2025The Apprentice: Lord Sugar fires Paul as he can’t give half of businessThe Apprentice winner Harpreet Kaur has lifted the lid on what key piece of advice all contestants should follow.The 2022 winner spoke to Daily Star in collaboration with https://www.skyvegas.com/games/slots about her time on the show and the current series of the BBC programme.When asked what advice she has for the newbies, Harpreet revealed that they “won’t get far” with Lord Sugar if they are “easily offended”. Harpreet explained: “Lord Sugar and I had a great relationship when we were in business together, and we parted ways on really good terms. I’m sure if I ever needed to, I could pick up the phone and he’d be there.“He can definitely be intimidating, and if he likes you, you’ll be fine – but if he doesn’t, you’ll know about it. Personally, I never found him difficult or intimidating.Harpreet won the show in 2022(Image: More

The hot topic on everyone’s lips about the famous film franchise is who is going to play James Bond himself in the new era of movies – however, one old face has put his hand up20:52, 06 Mar 2025Updated 20:52, 06 Mar 2025Pierce Brosnan is keen on a return as Bond(Image: More

McFly singer Danny Jones has made his first TV appearance since he was caught on camera sharing a ‘drunken kiss’ with Love Island star Maura Higgins at a BRIT Awards afterparty20:15, 06 Mar 2025Updated 20:20, 06 Mar 2025The Chase: Bradley confused over Danny Jones’ favourite singleMcFly’s Danny Jones makes headline again as he steps up on TV post ‘drunken kiss’ with Maura Higgins.The 38-year-old heartthrob, who is hitched to Georgia Horsley, was nabbed ‘kissing’ Maura at Universal’s BRIT afterparty. But, Danny found himself back in the spotlight on a pre-recorded outing of The One Show, where he got cosy with bandmate Tom Fletcher for a reading gig at BBC’s 500 Words.The duo strutted on stage to big-up one of the winners: “The silver winner in the age five to seven category is…Fun Cats by Michael Morley.” The Buckingham Palace celebration, recorded on Feb 26, wielded hosts Roman Kemp and Alex Jones, and dazzled with stars like Olivia Colman and EastEnders’ Rose Ayling-Ellis alongside McFly’s melodic pair.Post-gala, Danny said: “Today has been fun. Having a little boy myself, the power of stories, the power of imagination. It’s inspiring me, not just the kids, so it’s been an amazing day,” reports the Mirror.They also met Queen Camilla on the day, who was all smiles, sharing a laugh with the celeb-packed group that included JB Gill, Rob Brydon, and Gladiator legends Fire and Nitro. Meanwhile, Sir Lenny Henry, Frank Cottrell-Boyce, and Malorie Blackman served as judges at the bash.In a twist to the tale, The Mirror revealed on Danny’s wife Georgia’s turmoil. She’s reportedly feeling “humiliated” and is putting her son first amid the scandal.(Image: More

Coronation Street viewers will be thrilled to know that Ryan Thomas is returning to the ITV soap to reprise his role of Jason Grimshaw this year after a mighty hiatus20:12, 06 Mar 2025Updated 20:12, 06 Mar 2025Soap star Ryan Thomas has admitted that agreeing to return to the cobbles was an absolute no-brainer decision.The Dancing On Ice star is reprising his role as Jason Grimshaw after almost a decade away. Bosses convinced him to return for Sue Cleaver’s final storyline as his on-screen mum Eileen.Despite being retired from acting, Ryan jumped at the chance. He said: “I got the call from Sue Cleaver asking if I would come back for her exit, so I’m going to step onto the cobbles for five minutes.“I’m very loyal to where I came from. Corrie is where my career started. They taught me everything I know. I wouldn’t be where I am now if it wasn’t for the show. That place will always have my respect.”Ryan is returning to the cobbles(Image: More